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Accepting Applications for 20th Youth Services Police Academy
The 20th Youth Services Police Academy is scheduled for July 12 – 29, 2021, (Monday – Thursday) from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This free program offers youth, going into grades 6-8 who have an interest in law enforcement, an up-close view of the skills and necessary training needed for law enforcement officials.
Mt. Pleasant Police Officers conduct the program in the manner of a real police academy with values such as teamwork, integrity, compassion and discipline being stressed. Cadets are required to participate in physical training and complete the same agility tests given to recruits during a standard police academy.
The curriculum also includes hands-on learning, field trips and demonstrations by specialized units such as the SWAT Team, K-9 and DNR. Classroom topics encompass crime scene investigations, traffic stops, marine patrol activities, firearm safety, first aid and CPR, and much more. Appropriate program adjustments will be made to follow COVID-19 safety protocols.
Applications are now available at the Division of Public Safety, 804 E. High Street, during 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The application deadline is June 11, 2021.
Mt. Pleasant Christmas Festival Downtown Road Closures and Weather Forecast
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – In preparation for the 25th Annual Christmas Celebration’s lighted parade, the following downtown streets will be closed on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Streets closed from 1:00 – 8:00 p.m.
-Main Street between Illinois and Mosher.
-Broadway Street between Main and Lansing.
Streets closed from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
-Main Street from Cherry to Illinois.
Cars left on the street will be subject to towing. Please seek alternate routes during these time frames.
Weather Forecast/Festival Schedule Updates
Festival planners are closely watching the weather forecast for this weekend. A decision regarding cancellation of the lighted parade and fireworks will be made by 12 noon on Saturday, December 1. Updates will be provided on the City of Mt. Pleasant and Downtown Mt. Pleasant Facebook pages.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Fire Department Training Exercise
Fire Department Training Exercise
Jan. 25, 2018
314 South Brown Street
7 – 9:30 p.m.
The Mt. Pleasant Fire Department will be conducting a training exercise today, Jan. 25, from approximately 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the former Davis Clinic building at 314 South Brown Street.
There will be equipment and several fire department vehicles present for the exercise, and firefighters will be using the building to practice forcible entry.
There will be no fire, but loud noises may occur. For your safety, please stay off the property during this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department at (989) 779-5100 or fire@mt-pleasant.org.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we conduct this very valuable training for our public safety personnel!
City of Mt.Pleasant 