Bethel residents are getting a chance to weigh in on the Police Department's accreditation during a review of the agency. The Bethel Police Department is scheduled for an on-site assessment as part of a program to achieve accreditation by verifying it meets professional standards.
The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies requires agencies to comply with state-of-the-art standards in four basic areas: policy and procedures, administration, operations, and support services.
As part of the on-site assessment, agency employees and members of the community can comment at a public information session being held in the Muncipal Center at 5:30 PM. Agency employees and the public are also invited to offer comments by calling 203-744-7900 between the 2PM and 4PM. Comments will be taken by the Assessment Team. Comments must address the agency’s ability to comply with CALEA’s standards.