KPD e-News Release KPD Invites Public Comment for Upcoming CALEA Reaccreditation Assessment
SUBJECT: KPD Invites Public Comment for Upcoming CALEA Reaccreditation Assessment
DATE: October 31st, 2024
GENERAL NARRATIVE
The Kingsport Police Department has been Accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for 32 consecutive years and currently holds the distinction of Certificate of Advanced Meritorious Accreditation.
Kingsport Police Department is scheduled for an on-site assessment the week of November 4-7, 2024. Community feedback is being accepted as part of the Kingsport Police Department’s efforts toward reaccreditation from CALEA, a voluntary process that fosters the pursuit of professional excellence. Comments may be submitted at any time, but to be considered as a part of this reaccreditation, they need to be submitted by November 6, 2024. The survey may be accessed via the Kingsport Police Department website https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/ or by the CALEA Public Comment http://cimrs2.calea.org/517.
The CALEA Accreditation programs provide public safety agencies with an opportunity to voluntarily meet an established set of professional standards, which require:
-Comprehensive and uniform written directives that clearly define authority, performance, and responsibilities
-Reports and analyses to make a fact-based and informed management decision
-Preparedness to address natural or man-made critical incidents
-Community relationship-building and maintenance
-Independent review by subject matter experts
-Continuous pursuit of excellence through annual reviews and other assessment measures
RELEASING OFFICER
Lieutenant Justin McConnell
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9499, Fax (423) 343-9749
JustinMcConnell@KingsportTN.gov
