BLAINE, Minn. – (July 14, 2016) – Registration for the 2016 Blaine Citizens Academy is now open. Blaine residents and those who work in Blaine are eligible for the eight-week course, hosted by the Blaine Safety Services Division.
The academy is a great opportunity for individuals to learn more about the structure and operations of the Police, Fire, and Community Standards departments while participating in a variety of exciting and fast-paced activities.
Course topics and hands-on activities include:
- police use of force
- motor vehicle extrication
- fire fighting
- crime prevention
- fire prevention
- housing maintenance
- code compliance
- criminal and fire investigations
- drug awareness
- traffic stops
- other emergency response
The academy takes place on Wednesday evenings in September and October. In the past the academy has filled up quickly.
