On Nov. 30, Yonkers Police Commissioner John Mueller congratulated the latest class of 13 Yonkers Police Cadets on completion of the six month program at a ceremony at Yonkers City Hall with parents and friends of the cadets on hand, with Councilmembers John Rubbo, Tasha Diaz and Majority Leader Corazon Pineda-Isaac in attendance.
“Congratulations to all the Yonkers Police Cadets on their graduation from the program today! You have proven that you are truly the finest! And special thanks to the parents for giving us time in your children’s lives and helping us to make a difference,” said Mueller.
About the Yonkers Police Cadet Program: Yonkers Police Cadet Program – Young adult residents between the ages of 14 – 18 who are interested in law enforcement may apply to become a member of this group which is administered by our Community Affairs Division. The goal is to engage Yonkers youth in a way that is thought provoking and cultivates critical thinking skills.
This program allows greater opportunities to build positive relationships between the Yonkers Police Department and the City’s many diverse communities; and is meant to lay the foundation for future success of the youth in our city as we help them develop Life Skills, such as: Discipline, Commitment to Service, Resilience, Leadership Experience, High integrity, interpersonal communication skills and Responsibility and Accountability; to teach youth about law enforcement and possible future career options in the field of law enforcement. Youth Cadet Members receive introductive training in various units and divisions within the Police Department (i.e, ESU, K-9, Patrol, Traffic, Marine, C.S.U). Youth cadets also receive course training in NYS penal and traffic law. The youth in the Cadet Program play a major role in determining their activities and make suggestions for and help execute events, learning teamwork and leadership skills.
Interested applicants may contact the Community Affairs Unit at (914) 377-7375 or email police@ypd.yonkersny.gov.
