Medford, OR – The Medford Police Department has opened registration for its 2027 Citizens Academy, a free 12-week program giving community members an inside look at local law enforcement operations.
The program will run from January 5 through March 23, 2027, with classes held Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m.
Participants will learn about criminal investigations, patrol operations, traffic enforcement, SWAT, the department’s K9 program and other areas of police work through presentations and discussions led by officers and department personnel.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and live or work within Medford city limits. Space is limited, and applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.