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Making A Change In The Community
The Arlington Citizens Police Academies are for residents of all
backgrounds and occupations. It is offered as a public service to the
community at no cost to participants. The Citizens Police Academy
is part of our ongoing efforts to increase awareness and support for
local law enforcement. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about
your police department.
Citizens Police Academy (C.P.A.)
Hispanic Citizens Police Academy (H.C.P.A.)
Graduates are better-informed citi-
zens who can share their know-
ledge and experiences with friends,
family members and neighbors.
Graduates are also invited to join
their respective Alumni Associations
and continue their involvement as
police volunteers. The Alumni Asso-
ciations meet monthly.
Benefits of participating in a
Citizens Police Academy program
include:
• Helps to alleviate misunder-
standings about policing
• Enhances trust in the community
• Teaches participants how to
better protect their property and
enhance overall safety
• Provides an opportunity to
participate in a ride out with an
officer for a day
• Offers a firsthand look at the
polices and regulations that police
must follow
• Provides all graduates an
opportunity to join the CPA
Alumni Association and continue
their involvement with the
Arlington Police Department
through a number of exciting
volunteer opportunities.
To become involved, contact
Officer Tim Hayden CPA Coord., 817-459-6468, [email protected], or
Officer Marisa Sandham, HCPA Coord., 817-459-5817, [email protected]
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