Mequon Police Department Citizens' Police Academy

The Mequon Police Department is now accepting applications for the 2010 Citizens' Police Academy.

Academy participants will receive an inside look into how police officers perform their duties.  A large part of the Academy is participation in role playing and scenarios. These scenarios provide a hands-on learning experience.

Class topics include:

·         Criminal Investigations

·         Defense and Arrest Tactics

·         Use of the Taser

·         Operating While Intoxicated Detection

·         Mock Traffic Stops

·         Drug and Drug Recognition

·         K-9 Demonstration

·         Room Clearing with Simunitions

Classes begin on Thursday, March 4, 2010. The FREE six-week program is held on Thursday evenings from approximately 6 to 9 p.m., in the lower level of the Mequon Safety Building, located at 11300 N. Buntrock Ave., Mequon, WI.

Attendees must be (1) age 18 or older and (2) a resident of Mequon or Thiensville or an employee of a Mequon or Thiensville business.

Application forms may be picked up at the Mequon Police Department and are due by Friday, February 19, 2010.

Please contact Sergeant Patrick Pryor with any questions:

ppryor@ci.mequon.wi.us, 262-242-3500