The Fort Myers Police Department is currently accepting applications for the upcoming Citizen Police Academy. Participants in the academy will be exposed to all facets of FMPD to include various hands-on demonstrations.
The classes arm citizens with knowledge, providing a better understanding of police functions and greater insight to police practices and services. Classes are held at the Southwest Florida Public Safety Academy located at 4312 Michigan Avenue. Classes begin on Thursday, September 3, 2015 and will run for ten consecutive Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Additionally, there will be four Saturday interactive classes that are optional. Class size is limited to 25 participants. Citizens that live within the City of Fort Myers will receive priority.
Applications can be found at www.fmpolice.com under the community tab or at police headquarters located at 2210 Widman Way. Completed applications can be mailed or dropped off at the department c/o Captain Dennis Eads. For more information about the Citizen Police Academy contact Captain Eads at deads@fmpolice.com or 239-321-7771. The deadline to submit applications is August 28, 2015.
Lieutenant Victor Medico
Public Information Officer
Fort Myers Police Department
2210 Widman Way
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
(239) 321-7748
vmedico@fmpolice.com