Local police department is looking for feedback from citizens

JOPLIN, Mo. – The Citizen Advisory Committee is looking for citizens to provide input and hold the Joplin Police Department accountable.

The committee reviews local policies and programs and provides feedback and suggestions on how the department can improve.

The CAC meets monthly or when the command staff calls for a special meeting.

The membership requirements are:

  • 18 or older
  • Live or own a business in the city limits of Joplin
  • Members are appointed and removed by CAC members and the Chief of Police
  • Employees of the City of Joplin are not eligible
  • Members must sever without compensation
  • CAC members must not exceed 11 members
  • Must complete the CAC application
  • Vacancies must be filled in a timely manner
  • Any member that misses 3 unexcused meetings will be deemed to have vacated their membership
  • CAC members will determine whether an absence is deemed as being excused

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