The Redmond Police Department kicked off its 2018 Citizens Academy on Jan. 18. The opening class featured a building tour and information on its hiring procedures. Pictured are, from left to right, Cpt. Ron Harding, Volunteer Program Coordinator Nicole Rogers, Crime Prevention Coordinator Dave Merkle and Mayor John Marchione. The 12-week class will feature a plethora of topics, including K-9, traffic and crime-scene investigation. All attendee spots are filled. Courtesy of James Perry