Huntley police accepting applications for citizens academy

The Huntley Police Department is now accepting applications for the upcoming Citizen Police Academy.

The Citizen Police Academy is scheduled to meet 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, March 11 to May 13, at the Huntley Police Department, 10911 Main St.

The Citizen Police Academy is a 10-week program designed to give participants a working knowledge of the Huntley Police Department. It consists of a series of classes and discussions which provide an overview of the various areas of law enforcement. It is an educational and informative program that allows citizens the opportunity to learn about the issues that affect law enforcement efforts in the village of Huntley.

The Citizen Police Academy is free and is open to individuals who are at least 18 years of age and live or work in the village of Huntley. Applicants will be subject to a background check. Advanced registration is required and seating is limited.

If you are interested in attending the Citizen Police Academy and would like an application, they are available at the police department or can be downloaded from the website, www.huntley.il.us/depts/police.asp.

If you would like additional information on this program, call Sergeant Marak at (847) 515-5409. The registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 27.

Graduates of the program are not certified police officers, however they are prepared with a better knowledge of how law enforcement agencies operate. Some graduates will decide to join the Huntley Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association which provides continuing education and volunteer opportunities with the department.