The Hanover police department will increase the number of officers on patrol tonight to ensure that events such as the Freshman Sweep remain in order this year.
In response to last year's chaotic Sweep, College officials and representatives from Hanover Police Department and the Department of Safety and Security have met to discuss safety precautions for this year's Homecoming activities.
Members of the Class of '97 uprooted street signs, walked over cars and trampled bystanders last year, according to Hanover Police Chief Nick Giacone said.
"It suffices to say that we have already discussed in meeting with the College what happened last year," he said.
In an attempt to prevent destruction and increase safety for residents and visitors, Giacone said that the police department will definitely have "extra man-power" patrolling the streets.
The majority of the work for the police department centers around traffic control and the direction of the parade which begins with the Freshman Sweep entering Lebanon Street, Giacone said.
The Class of '97 was not instructed on the exact route of the Sweep and therefore caused more disorder than was expected, Giacone said.
Safety and Security, while expecting a large influx of student visitors, will not increase officers patrolling the campus.
"Our position will remain the same," College Proctor Bob McEwen said. "We don't have large numbers of personnel."
"It's crucial that the freshman class know where to be," he said. "Last year got out of hand."
Safety and Security officers will also assist in Dartmouth night activities such as crowd and traffic control.
