The Appleton Police and Fire Department's have joined together to offer their fourth annual, Citizen's Public Safety Academy. The academy will begin on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 and runs through Tuesday, November 12, 2013.

The class meets each Tuesday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Classes will be held at either the Appleton Police Station or Appleton Fire Station #6.

The Citizen’s Public Safety Academy provides a glimpse of law enforcement and the life of a firefighter through tours, presentations and many interactive activities. The academy was created to provide a working knowledge of the policies, procedures and personnel of the Police and Fire Departments, for the citizens of our community.

The academy is free of charge. It is open to all citizens who either live or work in the City of Appleton. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age. Background checks will be completed, prior to applicants being accepted into the academy.

We are enrolling approximately 15 to 20 people on a first-come, first serve basis. If we do not have room for all interested participants, you will be put on a waiting list for next year’s academy.

Applications are due by July 26, 2013. The applications are available by contacting Sgt. David Lund at 832-5509 or by e-mail at david.lund@appleton.org.

Further information regarding the Citizen’s Public Safety Academy will also be posted on the City of Appleton’s website in the near future.