About the DCPAAA

MISSION STATEMENT

THE DREAM

Chief of Police Ron Morales, began the Citizens’ Police Academy as a source to promote community policing, awareness and a bridge between delivery of law enforcement services and the community's perception of those services. His initial vision did not include the overwhelming response his 'dream' has received from the community. "The DCPAAA has become the most positive influence on the police department, my officers and the entire community. Their overwhelming support of our department is phenomenal and provides another source to assist us in providing the best services to our community."

The goal of the DCPAAA is to support the Dickinson Police Department and enhance their programs to create mutual trust between the police officers and the community. This is accomplished through financial means, encouragement and innovative programs initiated through the DCPAAA organization.

HISTORY

The Citizens’ Police Academy (CPA) was established in 1999 to promote a better understanding of the Dickinson Police Department, its policies and its procedures. After graduation, CPA members formed the Dickinson Citizens’ Police Academy Alumni Association (DCPAAA) to stay informed and involved. DCPAAA members participate in numerous events throughout the year, along with several fundraising efforts to provide needed equipment for the police department and scholarships for graduating seniors of accredited high schools in Dickinson. 

Since the inception of our organization, our members have continued to "shine" throughout the community and the state.

DCPAAA Membership Participations:

• Citizens On Patrol (COPs)
• "Ride-Along" Program with Officers
• Provide traffic control and security assistance during local events
• Festival of Lights
• Assistance with Blue Santa
• Assist with preparing and serving at the annual Thanksgiving dinner for Dickinson residents
• Easter baskets for officers’ and employees’ children
• Seasonal decorating of police department
• Halloween décor and passing out candy outside of police department
• Drug Take-Back Program 
• Birthday Backup Program
• National Night Out
• Citizens’ Police Academy Class 

Fundraising Activities:

• 50/50 monthly drawing
• Annual Gun Raffle
• Brisket Sales during holidays
• Brick paver fundraiser
• DCPAAA has funded:
• K-9 
• Christmas Turkey Certificates for all DPD employees

DCPAAA has Partnered with: 

• DISD
• Shattered Dreams
• Student Police Academy
• Dickinson Police Officers Association
• Blue Santa Program