Citizen’s Academy Information Session Announced for January 17
November 1, 2016
Franklin Public Library is teaming up with the Franklin Police Department to talk about Franklin’s Citizen Academy. January 17 at 6:30pm in the Fadrow Room, Sergeant Patrick Scalise of the Franklin Police Department will give an overview of the Citizen Academy and how residents can enroll.
The mission of the Citizen Academy is to establish and maintain a course of instruction for citizens to familiarize themselves with the operations of the Franklin Police
Department and the profession of law enforcement. The 12 week academy presents an overview of all aspects of law enforcement such as patrol operations, traffic enforcement, investigations, SWAT, K-9 unit, dispatch/communications, fire and emergency medical services and much more. Students will have an opportunity to present concerns and questions regarding public safety in the city and learn how citizens and the police can work together to fight crime in the community. Department employees present each session and interact with participants on a very approachable level. Graduates may participate in a ride along with officers on the street after completion.
There is no cost to attend the Citizen Academy. Classes meet for three hours, Tuesday evenings from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, usually in the Franklin Police Department community classroom. The next Citizen Academy begins Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 for 12 consecutive weeks and concludes on Tuesday, May 23rd, 2017. Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Live or work in the Franklin community (preference is given to Franklin citizens)
• Submit a written application
• No felony convictions (pass a background check)
• 18 years of age (16 & 17 may attend with parent or guardian)
This informational program is free and open to the general public. Registration is not necessary. For more information, visit the library at 9151 W. Loomis Rd. or call (414) 425-8214.