Chief Scott Rohmer and Academy Director Sgt. Ed Pomponio would like to congratulate the graduating class of the 4th annual Ashland Police Department Citizen's Police Academy. On Wednesday November 16, 2011 at the Ashland Public Library the students of the 4th CPA celebrated the completion of the ten week academy which allowed the residents to get an indepth look into law enforcement, the criminal court system and the inner workings of the Ashland Police Department. Congratulations again to all of the graduates!

Frequently Asked Questions: Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test

What is the Emergency Alert System (EAS)?

 

The National-level EAS is a national public alert and warning system that enables the President of the United States to address the American public during extreme emergencies. Alerting authorities can leverage the State and local EAS to send alerts and warnings to radio and television stations, cable television, satellite radio and television services and wirelineproviders.

Chief Rohmer and the Ashland Police Department want to remind our residents that anyone utilizing the new Ashland Skate Park at Montengro Square on Front Street is REQUIRED to wear a helmet. There is no exception to this as it is not only the law, but safe practice as well.

Please contact the Ashland Police Department at 508-881-1212 with any questions.

The Ashland Auxiliary Police Department is currently accepting applications. Any qualified Ashland resident wishing to apply is asked to come to the Ashland Police Department and obtain / complete the required application.

Requirements for Auxiliary position.

• Must be a resident of Ashland.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must successfully complete the 242 hours reserve police academy.

• Must be certified in CPR & First Responder.

• All persons must pass a background check.

• Must put in a minimum of 240 hours per year.

• Must be willing to donate your time back to the community.

The above is required prior to any recommendation for an auxiliary position at the sole cost to the applicant; the police dept. does not pay for any training or equipment.

September 15, 2011

Ashland Teen Advisory Committee (ATAC) is proud to announce that we have successfully completed one year of planning.  We will continue, with close collaboration with Ashland Police, Fire, DPW, Town Officials, School Administration, Church Officials, Parents and local business owners!   ATAC is made up of concerned community members, dedicated to bringing about safe, free and fun events for high school aged teens living in Ashland.        

ATAC supports activities which promote positive outlets for youthful energy and actions.  ATAC aligns with Decisions at Every Turn, which develops educational programs to moderate/mitigate destructive behaviors and decisions by teens.

ATAC supports Ashland Coalition of Teens(ACT), a group of teens, who plan and develop regular events where teens enjoy themselves in a fun, positive way.

Our next event will be a bonfire, organized by ACT, mentored and supported by ATAC volunteers.  There will be a dj.  The bonfire will be held on October 1, 2011, 8p-10p, at the Ashland Community Center.  This is a free event, free refreshments(Marathon Deli sandwiches, popcorn, baked goods and drinks).  Ashland Police, Fire and chaperones will be in attendance. 

If you have any interest in volunteering or baking desserts, please call Cara Tirrell at 508-881-0140 x18

Thank you.

    Chief Scott Rohmer of the Ashland Police Department would like to announce that the 4th Annual Ashland Police Department Citizens' Police Academy will be held from September 14, 2011 to November 16, 2011.

    The Ashland Police Department Citizens' Police Academy is a ten week program designed with blocks of instruction classes intended to give the public a working knowledge of the Ashland Police Department's personnel and policies. It consists of 10 classes held once a week on Wednesday nights at the Ashland Public Library 66 Front Street Ashland, MA from 6 pm to 9 pm for 3 hours per session. The instruction is comprehensive, covering a different area of the police department each week. Certified police officers, supervisors and personnel with particular expertise in a specific division conduct each instructional block. There may also be guest instructors in certain areas from the Federal Bureau of Investigations, The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, the Massachusetts State Police and other police associated agencies.

    Topics covered will consist of communications, training, traffic, criminal investigations, K-9 demonstration, domestic violence, O.U.I. & Narcotic investigations, court procedures and firearms and their use. Emphasis is placed on every aspect of policing including the patrol division because the patrol division is the segment that comes in contact with the public most, and all other areas of the department function and support unit to assist patrol or continue a process originated by the patrol division. Participants will also get hands on experience and an open working knowledge of police operations.

    Who may attend? Any interested community minded person who has an interest in participating is encouraged to apply. Applicants cannot have a felony conviction.

    The Citizens Police Academy class is limited to 30 people. If you would like to be a part of this exciting approach to law enforcement, please download an application from our website Ashlandpd.org. Click on Citizens’ Police Academy download forms, Citizens Academy applications and return it completed to the Ashland Police Department attention Officer Ed Pomponio.

    Applications will also be available at the police front desk lobby area 24 hours a day. Police headquarters is located at 137 Main Street Downtown Ashland.  All applications must be completed and turned in prior to Friday September 9, 2011. Participants will be selected and contacted.

    If you would like more information concerning this program please contact Community Outreach Officer and Academy Director Officer Ed Pomponio.

Use of mobile phone or electronic device by operator who is under 18:

Chapter 90 Section 8M

- This law covers any mobile phone, including a hands-free device, and any mobile electronic device (including texting device, a pager, PDA, laptop, video games and digital cameras, etc.)

- Only exception: Emergency use for disabled vehicle or accident, medical attention, police/emergency services needed

Penalty:

-1st Offense: $100 Citation; RMV 60 day suspension and attitude course.

- 2nd Offense: $250 Citation; 180 day suspension.

- 3rd Offense: $500 Citation; 1 year suspension.

Mobile phone use as an adult operator without having at least one hand on the steering wheel:

Chapter 90 Section 13:

- 1st Offense: $35 Citation

- 2nd Offense within 12 months: $75 Citation

- 3rd Offense within 12 months: $150 Citation

Texting while operating a vehicle: The operator used an electronic device or mobile phone to manually compose, send or read an electronic message:

Chapter 90 Section 13B:

- 1st Offense: $100 Citation

- 2nd Offense: $250 Citation

- 3rd Offense: $500 Citation