Public input sought before APD re-certification

Evaluators will be taking comment next week on whether the Atlanta Police Department should be re-certified.

An assessment team from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies will be available for public comment at 7 p.m. Monday in the council chambers at Atlanta City Hall. Comments also can be offered via phone on Sunday between 3 and 5 p.m.; the number is  404-617-1693.

There is a five-minute limit on comments made in person and on the telephone.

Written comments should be sent to the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agency, 13575 Heathcote Blvd., Gainesville Va. 20155

During the three years that accreditation lasts APD must submit annual reports, attesting continued compliance the national standards.