If you’re interested in learning more about the Mountlake Terrace Police department by attending the Police Citizen’s Academy, you have until March 12th to sign up. See more details below.

he City of Mountlake Terrace Police Department is hosting the Police Citizens Academy on Wednesday nights from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Avenue West. The 12-week program begins April 14 and runs through June 30 concluding with a graduation reception for all participants and their families. The deadline to apply for the Police Citizens Academy is 5 p.m. March 12. Space is limited to the first 30 people accepted, so prompt registration is recommended.

Training sessions include information and demonstrations by K-9, SWAT, Narcotics, Records, Evidence Handling, and a ride-along with an Officer. Applicants must be willing to sign a waiver authorizing a background check for acceptance into the program and commit to attending all or most of the classes. Notification of acceptance will be made once the 30 openings have been filled.

For an application or additional information, please contactOfficer Kim Berg at (425) 670-8260, x 4418 or Management Analyst Joie Worthen at (425) 670-8260 or email them at mltpd@ci.mlt.wa.us. More information is available on the city’s website at www.cityofmlt.com.