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Page 9 of 10 <br />former Explorers, the City launched the Police Cadet Program and hired the police <br />department's first three cadets. The Cadet Program is designed to serve as a pipeline, keeping <br />youth connected to the Pleasanton Police Department. It bridges the time gap between those <br />who age out the Explorer Program and the age eligibility requirement to become a police <br />officer. The part-time work program allows the cadets to begin their working career and <br />continue their formal education. As of April 2025, one cadet has been hired as a police officer <br />and is currently attending the police academy. <br /> <br />Retirements <br />Although the department has significantly succeeded in its hiring effort over the past 12 <br />months, the City must stay focused on this objective. The Pleasanton Police Department may <br />experience a significant turnover in leadership and a need to fill vacant police officer positions <br />resulting from retirements. In 2025, 12 sworn staff members are either eligible for retirement or <br />will become eligible for retirement. These numbers include one sworn member that has <br />announced their retirement. It is likely that some, but not all, will elect retirement. Table 11 <br />below depicts the number of eligible retirees and the rank each currently holds. <br /> <br />Table 11 <br /> <br />Educational Background <br />The police department is represented by a team of highly educated and motivated <br />professionals. Currently, 86% of sworn officers hold (or in process) a Bachelor’s degree or <br />higher and 27% having earned (or in process) a Master’s degree. Seven of the department's <br />dispatchers have advanced certifications beyond standard requirements. <br /> <br />EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY <br />The police department remains committed to serving everyone in the community. This report <br />highlights the department's ongoing work to continue building trust and transparency <br />throughout the city. <br /> <br />OUTREACH <br />No outreach was conducted, as this item is a routine matter of City business. <br /> <br />STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT <br />This report is aligned with the ONE Pleasanton Strategic Plan goal of Safeguarding our City in <br />providing comprehensive public safety services that foster a safe and secure community, and <br />with the Pleasanton Police Department's Strategic Plan to increase community trust and <br />promote a culture of transparency and accountability. <br /> <br />Page 184 of 226