Alternative scenarios were developed, and one was selected for strategic management by the Stockton, California, Police Department. Strategic and transition management plans advance a leadership role for police which relies on an advisory board and forums to be held with internal and external stakeholders. Major points in the strategic plan include: police chief appoints a program manager, advisory board identifies problems and solutions using a problemsolving model; advisory board shares findings with major stakeholders; advisory board's political clout is designed to overcome bureaucratic turf concerns; training is designed to educate both the police and the public; and constant evaluation monitoring occurs on the progress of various partnerships. Trends and events that may affect police-community partnerships are identified, along with strategies to facilitate collaboration in resolving crime and other community problems. Training needs, funding sources, and the role of law enforcement in community partnerships are discussed. Additional information on the trend and event analysis is appended. References, endnotes, tables, figures, and charts