Citizen's Police Academy
The Citizen’s Police Academy is a 10 week program that helps familiarize the public with common police procedures, activities, and investigative techniques. Academies are held on an Annual basis at the Bremer - Waverly Law Enforcement Center. There is no charge for this class, although space is limited.
Sessions are interactive and participants take part in a variety of demonstrations, presentations, lectures, and field trips. Class members will also be required to complete three hours of ride-along time with a patrol officer to see police work first-hand and close-up. Classes can include topics such as 911 Dispatching and Communications; Patrol Operations; OWI Enforcement Procedures; Jail and Booking; Defensive Tactics and Chemical Munitions; Firearms; Criminal Investigations; Search Warrants; Meth Labs; D.A.R.E. and Public Relations Programs; Active Shooter; Canine; Police Training Officer Procedures; and Legal Section.
Participant Requirements:
Potential Candidates for the Citizen Academy must fill out an application packet and meet the following criteria:
- Minimum age of 21 years
- Live or work in the City of Waverly
- No Prior felony convictions
- No misdemeanor arrests within one year of application
- Must be able to attend all weekly training sessions
- Must submit to a criminal background check
The Chief of Police may waive any of the requirements.
Selection Process
Citizen Academy participants are selected by an application review and routine records check. The Chief of Police selects all Citizen’s Academy participants. Enrollment is limited to approximately 12 students. The Academy starts February 13th thru April 17th, 2025. Sessions are from 6:00 - 9:00 pm each Thursday evening.
To Apply: Complete the information on the Citizen's Academy application form below, print, initial where indicated, sign and return it to the Waverly Police Department; 111 4th St. NE; Waverly, IA 50677 no later than January 31st, 2025. Applications can also be emailed to Police Chief Rich Pursell at rpursell@waverlyia.com.
Application for the 2025 12th Annual Citizen's Academy