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Update on Colorado Springs Police Department Recruitment and Training Academy
Presenter:
Adrian Vasquez, Chief of Police, Colorado Springs Police Department
Heather Edwards, Director of Professional Services Bureau, Colorado Springs Police Department
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Summary:
City Council requested a presentation related to the Colorado Springs Police Department’s recruitment process, current number of recruits, academy classes in 2026 and retention efforts.
Background:
At the request of City Council, the Colorado Springs Police Department is providing an informational overview of its recruitment and retention efforts. Council expressed interest in receiving an update on the department's recruitment efforts, the number of active recruits, planned Academy classes in 2026, and retention efforts.
No formal action is requested.
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