The Lombard Police Department invites citizens living or working in Lombard to participate in its 36th annual Citizens Police Academy, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8.
This free program is led by Lombard police officers and designed to provide participants with an inside look at how the police department operates, modern police procedures and how the department serves the community.
The Citizens Police Academy is a 10-week program held on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Lombard Village Hall, located at 255 E. Wilson Ave, as well as other nearby locations. The program will begin on Sept. 8 and run through Nov. 10, with a graduation event scheduled for Nov. 17.
The academy will consist of classroom instruction, interactive discussions, and hands-on practical exercises focusing on various aspects of police work, including investigations, forensics, traffic stops, firearm training, specialty teams, critical incidents and more. After completing the program, participants will have a better understanding of police procedures, equipment, responsibilities, demands, and the laws governing the actions of police officers.
To be eligible, applicants must be at least 18 years old and live or work in Lombard. The class size will be limited to 20 participants to ensure a quality, interactive experience.
Applications are due by Aug. 24, and are available for printing on the village’s website at www.villageoflombard.org/cpa, or may be picked up at Lombard Village Hall, 255 E. Wilson Ave, or at the Lombard Police Department, 235 E. Wilson Ave. Applicants selected to participate will be notified by the Lombard Police Department approximately one week prior to the start of the program.
For any inquiries or more information, visit www.villageoflombard.org/cpa, or contact Jennifer Wetzel at 630-873-4462 or WetzelJ@villageoflombard.org.
