What is the purpose of the Citizens Academy?

The purpose of the Battle Creek Police Citizens Academy is to develop positive relations between the police and community through education. The goals are to create a growing nucleus of responsible, well-informed citizens who have the potential of influencing the public opinions about police practices and services. Citizens will gain an appreciation of the problem and challenges facing law enforcement and have an opportunity to offer comments and ideas regarding solutions.

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1. What is a Citizens Academy?
2. What is the purpose of the Citizens Academy?
3. Who instructs the Academy?
4. How are participants selected?
5. What subjects are covered?
6. How do I apply?