FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: July 1, 2025
Contact: Lt. Luke Bock, 563-589-4473, [email protected]
DUBUQUE, Iowa – The Dubuque Police Department (DPD) is calling on local residents to participate in the feedback process via the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Public Portal, which underscores the department’s dedication to transparency and building community trust. DPD first earned CALEA accreditation in July 1993 and has successfully completed the reaccreditation process ten times, the latest being in 2024, confirming its compliance with the highest public safety standards.
The CALEA Public Portal enables community members to submit comments, commendations, or any pertinent information regarding DPD’s service quality and its adherence to CALEA standards. Feedback submitted through this portal is sent directly to CALEA, not to DPD, and plays a crucial role in guiding the accreditation efforts. It is important to note that CALEA is not an investigative entity; thus, this portal should not be used for reporting incidents that require investigation.
Accessing the CALEA Public Portal:
Through the DPD Website:
1. Go to https://www.cityofdubuque.org/209/Police
2. Click on “General Information”
3. Choose “Accreditation”
4. Select “Access the CALEA Public Portal”
5. Fill out and submit the form
Through the CALEA Website:
1. Visit http://calea.org
2. Click on “Public Comment Portal” at the bottom of the page
3. Search for “Dubuque (IA) Police Department”
4. Complete the form and submit
For inquiries regarding the accreditation process or CALEA Public Portal, please reach out to Cpl. Chris Gorrell at 563-587-3806.
The Dubuque Police Department, located at 770 Iowa Street, serves the community with a team of 109 sworn officers and nine civilian staff members distributed across five divisions: Administration & Staff Services, Patrol, Community-Oriented Policing, Criminal Investigations, and Records. The department’s mission is to enhance the livability of the community through fair service and protection while being guided by integrity, compassion, and competence.
For further information, please contact the Dubuque Police Department at 563-589-4410 or submit tips anonymously at http://www.cityofdubuque.org/police.
