Albia Police Department

09/08/2026

🚧 SQUARE CLOSURE – RVTV PREPARATIONS 🚧

Things are about to get busy in downtown Albia!

Beginning Wednesday at 4:30 PM, the Albia Square will be closed to vehicle traffic as preparations begin for RVTV coming to town!

Setup will take place Wednesday evening and continue into Thursday as we get everything ready for Thursday’s events.

Please make sure all vehicles are removed from the closure area before 4:30 PM Wednesday, and plan accordingly if you normally travel through or park around the square.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation as we get downtown ready for a great event. We’re excited to welcome RVTV to Albia!

Albia Police Department

09/01/2026

🚔 We’ve had a busy couple of weeks at the Albia Police Department!

From training to community events and a few special visitors, there hasn’t been much downtime around here lately!

📹 We took part in hidden camera training and presentations
🎶 Helped keep things safe during Restoration Days and the Concert on the Square
💙 Participated in the Su***de Prevention Walk at the reservoir last night
🍽️ Had the opportunity to sit down for lunch with Congressman Zach Nunn
🛡️ And this morning, assisted with security for Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand during his visit to Albia

These are just a few of the things that have kept us busy over the last couple of weeks!

We’re thankful for the opportunity to be involved in our community in so many different ways. Whether it’s training, helping make local events safe and successful, supporting an important cause, or working alongside other agencies and leaders from across Iowa, we’re proud to represent the Albia Police Department and the community we serve.

We managed to grab a few pictures along the way, so we thought we’d share a little of what we’ve been up to! 📸

Never a dull moment at APD! 🚔

08/26/2026

🚧 RESTORATION DAYS – ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATION 🚧

With Restoration Days activities beginning this week, please be aware of the following road closures around the Albia Square:

📍 Wednesday, August 26 – Afternoon
The northwest portion of the square will be closed for Restoration Days setup. No vehicles will be allowed to park within the marked area shown in the attached photo. Please have all vehicles removed from this area before setup begins.

🎶 Thursday, August 27 – 3:00 PM
Beginning at 3:00 PM, the entire square will be closed, along with approximately half a block in each direction leading away from the square, in preparation for the concert Thursday evening. The affected area is shown in the attached photo.

🚧 Following Thursday Night’s Concert
After the concert concludes, the road closure will be narrowed to a smaller area around the square. This reduced closure will remain in place through the following days as Restoration Days activities continue.

🎉 Saturday – Parade
The road closure area will be changed again Saturday so that the parade may take place.

Please pay close attention to barricades, temporary signage, and No Parking areas throughout the week. Vehicles left within designated closure areas may interfere with event setup and activities.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as our community prepares for Restoration Days. Please plan ahead, allow yourself a little extra time when traveling around the square, and come enjoy the festivities!

Please see the attached photos for the specific closure areas.

08/24/2026

The coming week will be bringing lots of activity in the downtown area. There will be a concert on the square on Thursday the 27th of August followed by Restoration Days activities and of course the Parade on Saturday.
With all of these things come the necessary street closures. We will be closing the intersection of Benton Ave and Clinton Street starting on Wednesday afternoon to allow for the construction of the stage for the Thursday concert. It will remain closed until the end of the Restoration Days activities late Saturday afternoon.
If you regularly park inside the area indicated in the map below, please be sure you have your vehicle moved out of that area by 5:00 PM on Wednesday. Vehicles remaining inside this area after that time will be impounded and removed.
ENJOY THE CONCERT AND RESTORATION DAYS!

08/20/2026

The Albia Police Department would like to recognize Chief Nathan Pritchard for completing the FBI-LEEDA Leading Edge Mindset: Frontline Leadership course at the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy.

This three-day leadership development course is designed to strengthen the skills and mindset needed to lead effectively in today’s public safety profession. The training focuses on principled leadership, effective communication, decision-making, accountability, and building a strong foundation for continued professional growth.

At the Albia Police Department, we believe strong leadership requires a commitment to continually learning, improving, and setting the example for others. Investing in professional development helps us strengthen our department and better serve the citizens of Albia.

Congratulations, Chief Pritchard, on completing the course and continuing that commitment to leadership and professional growth!

08/18/2026

The Albia Police Department is pleased to welcome Officer Cooper Gray to our team!

Officer Gray recently joined the Albia Police Department and has begun his training with our agency. He is scheduled to attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy in January as he continues working toward becoming a certified Iowa law enforcement officer.

We’re excited to have Cooper join our department and begin his law enforcement career serving the Albia community.

Please join us in welcoming Officer Cooper Gray to the Albia Police Department!

Pictured left to right is;

Mayor Jay Andrews, Sgt. Tanner Kellogg, Officer Cooper Gray, Chief Nathan Pritchard

08/07/2026

Following basic traffic laws protects:
⚫ You
⚫ Your passengers
⚫ Everyone else on the road

08/04/2026

Come join us at this great event for a beautiful walk around the res!

The Albia High School student council is hosting their Light the Night Su***de Prevention Walk on Monday, August 31. 💙

If you'd like an event t-shirt, you must pre-register. Purchasing a t-shirt automatically registers you for the walk, so there is no separate registration required.

Your $25 registration includes the t-shirt, a glow stick, and a $10 donation to the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention.

Pre-register today at: https://www.geauxgraphix22.com/shop/p/light-the-night-suicide-awareness

07/31/2026

Free presentation and interactive conversation based on hidden cameras and protecting personal privacy.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Albia Chamber Main Street, 18 South Main, Albia, Iowa
Session 1: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Suitable for ages 14+, teens please be accompanied by an adult.
We will not be discussing current or active investigations of this nature.