Apply now for ‘Mat-Su Valley Citizen Academy’

PALMER — Registration is open for the fourth Alaska State Troopers Citizen Academy offered in the Mat-Su Valley, which meets from 6 to 9:15 p.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 13, 2015 to April 14, 2015.

There will be a few Saturday field trips. Unless otherwise instructed, classes will be held at the Department of Corrections Training academy at 515 E. Dahlia Avenue in Palmer.

Advance registration is required for the academy.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and reside in Alaska. Additionally, participants must pass a background investigation including a criminal history check. Felony and some misdemeanor convictions will preclude participation in the AST Citizens Academy. Application deadline is Dec. 31.

Applications are online at 1.usa.gov/1q5aVU0, or picked up and dropped off in person at the Alaska State Trooper posts at 453 S. Valley Way in Palmer, or at 527 N. Pittman Road in Meadow Lakes.