College Station makes every effort to get their citizens involved in the community. They truly believe that the more involved residents are in their neighborhoods, the more the city will thrive. That's one of the reasons it's so great to live here. I wrote previously about the Citizen University program taking place later this month where College Station residents can learn about the day-to-day operations of their own local government. Well, the police department doesn't want to be left out. So, they're holding their own Citizen Police Academy in College Station.
Beginning February 7, 2012, the College Station Citizen Police Academy will begin their 10 week free program. Classes will take place every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm to 9:30pm at the College Station Police Department (2611 Texas Ave). During the course of the program, residents will learn about how the criminal justice system operates and the ways you can work with the police to help keep our community safe. In addition to classroom education, students are invited to attend a ride-along with a College Station police officer during one of their actual shifts.
If you're interested in becoming a student of the Citizen Police Academy in College Station, you will need to fill out an application. Applications can be picked up at the College Station Police Department, you can call (979-764-3573) to request to have one sent to you via email, snail mail or fax or you can download an application online by going to their website. All applications must be filled out and turned in by the end of business (5pm) on January 27, 2012. The course is absolutely free but seats are limited. So, apply soon.
Even if you choose not to attend the Citizen Police Academy in College Station, you can help keep the streets of your neighborhood safe by being vigilant to activity going on around you. Please report any suspicious activity to your local police department (College Station: 979-845-2345, Texas A&M University: 979-845-2345, Bryan/Brazos County: 979-361-3888). Since the police cannot be everywhere at all times, they appreciate any help the community can provide. If you see a crime in progress, do not try to stop it yourself. Instead, call the authorities. That is what they are for.
Stephanie Hansson, Living the Good Life in Bryan – College Station Real Estate
Originally posted on my Living the Good Life in Bryan-College Station real estate blog here: http://livinginbryancollegestation.com/citizen-police-academy-college-station/.
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