Get an education on the issues and challenges facing the police by attending the Citizen Police Academy March 24 to May 26, 2010.  The 10 classes will be on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.  The classes were developed to strengthen police/community relations and collaboration.  Application deadline is February 15, but please contact Sgt. Luis Torres at 510-577-3247 if you are interested even if it is past the deadline.  This Citizen Police Academy will give you “hands on” instruction on the many functions and operations of the San Leandro Police Department.  For more information, contact Administrative Services Division at 510-577-3247 or 510-577-3248.