Case Study: Altoona Police Department achieves dual accreditation readiness with Lexipol

Altoona Police Department uses Lexipol to support 17 officers and pursue dual accreditation

The Altoona Police Department, a small Wisconsin agency, faced significant challenges in managing its policies and pursuing accreditation. Chief Kelly Bakken was familiar with the difficulties of creating and maintaining a policy manual internally. The department initially struggled with the complexity of the CALEA accreditation process, lacking local support and guidance. They turned to their existing vendor, Lexipol, for its law enforcement policies and accreditation services.

Lexipol provided a comprehensive solution, integrating its policy management with PoliceOne Academy training and a dedicated Wisconsin accreditation service. This included one-on-one assistance, a mock assessment, and the PowerStandards integration to automate policy updates for the accreditation process. As a result, the Altoona Police Department achieved WILEAG accreditation and is well-prepared to pursue CALEA, leading to increased community satisfaction and a higher standard of service. Lexipol's all-in-one platform provided a seamless and invaluable partnership.

Altoona Police Department