The franklin police department is seeking accreditation through the wisconsin law enforcement accreditation group (wileag) to continue to meet and exceed our department's mission of providing…

The Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Program awarded the City of Franklin $240,330 on October 1, 2025, under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to fund the Franklin Police Department's pursuit of Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG) accreditation.

The award funds a comprehensive plan incorporating industry best practices, technology enhancements, additional staff, and transparency initiatives to support the accreditation process. The Franklin Police Department is collaborating with the Wisconsin Police Accreditation Coalition (WI-PAC) to execute the plan. The accreditation effort aims to enhance officer safety, lower liability risks, and establish a foundation for operational excellence.

The recipient is the City of Franklin, with the Franklin Police Department as the performing division. Work is performed in Franklin, Wisconsin over the period of October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. The assistance type is a project grant.

The franklin police department is seeking accreditation through the wisconsin law enforcement accreditation group (wileag) to continue to meet and exceed our department's mission of providing high-quality service with integrity and honor to the community we serve. The proposed federal funding will assist the franklin police department in putting into action a comprehensive plan that incorporates industry best practices, technology, additional staff, and transparency to attain accreditation. By collaborating with the wisconsin police accreditation coalition (WI-PAC), the franklin police department will be better prepared and equipped to ensure a successful and seamless accreditation process. The benefits of seeking and obtaining accreditation include but are not limited to enhancing officer safety, lowering liability risks, and offering a foundation for operational excellence.