6.1 . B Build upon the police ride along program to include students and young adults .
6.1 . C Start a program to connect K-12 students with APD related to similar interests or hobbies .
City Lead – PD and Parks & Recreation Timeframe - Short term ( 6-12 months ) – COMPLETE
• PD and Parks have expanded PAL programming throughout the year including an archery program and basketball clinics .
City Lead – PD Timeframe - Medium term ( 1-2 years ) – COMPLETE
• Police Department has expanded the ride-along program to create additional opportunities for teens to build positive relationships with police .
City Lead – PD , Libraries and Parks & Recreation Timeframe - Long term ( 3-5 years ) – IN PROGRESS
• Police Department and the Library have started the Badges and Books summer reading program with plans to continue into the school year in the schools .
• Existing programs that connect police and youth include Game Up 5.0 , Coach 5.0 , the MAY Program and Bridge Kids .
• Volleyball and basketball games between youth and police officers will also be held throughout the year .