Avon Police Department CO

06/16/2026

🚔 Join Our Latino Police Academy! 🚔

We’re excited to invite community members to participate in our upcoming Latino Police Academy, starting July 13th!

This free program offers a behind-the-scenes look at policing, helps build connections with our officers, and provides valuable insight into how we serve our community.

📅 8 classes total
🗓 Mondays
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Whether you’re interested in learning more about law enforcement or strengthening community relationships, we’d love to have you join us!
For more information or to sign up, please contact us today.

🚔 ¡Únase a nuestra Academia de Policía Latina! 🚔

Nos complace invitar a los miembros de la comunidad a participar en nuestra próxima Academia de Policía Latina, que comenzará el 13 de julio.
Este programa gratuito ofrece una mirada detrás de escena al trabajo policial, fortalece la conexión con nuestros oficiales y brinda información valiosa sobre cómo servimos a nuestra comunidad.

📅 8 clases en total
🗓 Todos los lunes
⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Ya sea que esté interesado en aprender más sobre la labor policial o en fortalecer las relaciones comunitarias, ¡nos encantaría contar con su participación!

Para más información o para inscribirse, comuníquese con nosotros hoy mismo.

Police Department CO will be co-hosting the annual Latino Police Academy in conjunction with other Eagle County law enforcement agencies beginning July 13 through August 31.

Learn more: https://www.avon.org/2043/Latino-Police-Academy

06/14/2026

Everyone had a fun (and hot!) day at Pride in the Park in Avon yesterday, including Officers Villegas and McKee. We had a visit from some members of the Battle Mountain Dance Team, who stopped by to show their support
Thank you for helping make the event such a great celebration of community and inclusion! 💙🌈
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06/12/2026

🎆 Salute to the USA 🎆

The Town of Avon is excited to kick off Independence Day weekend on July 3 in Avon and celebrate with our community! This milestone year celebrates the 40th annual Salute to the USA, along with Colorado’s 150th and our nation’s 250th anniversaries.

Currently, the Town is planning to move forward with launching the fireworks display on July 3.

Town of Avon has spent considerable time discussing and evaluating safety considerations, including recent weather patterns, forecasting, and our unique lakeside venue. Safety protocols are in place, such as reducing the display to 4-inch shells, mowing and clearing vegetation along the railroad corridor, and watering those areas with non-potable water both the day before and the day of the event.

The safety of our residents and guests remains our highest priority. The Town will continue to assess conditions in coordination with our fireworks vendor and our fire district partners.

🚗 Traffic Exit Plan 🚌
To improve the post-event experience and reduce traffic delays, the Avon Police Department will be implementing a new traffic management plan this year.

In 2026 the plan is as follows:
➡ Traffic exiting from West Beaver Creek Boulevard will be directed westbound only onto U.S. Highway 6.
➡ Traffic exiting from Beaver Creek/Bear Lots area will be directed eastbound only onto U.S. Highway 6. No westbound turns will be permitted.
➡ Traffic will not be allowed to travel north on Avon Road and will instead be directed to continue north on Post Boulevard, where motorists can then travel east or west.
➡ An officer will be stationed at the new traffic signal near Stonebridge (Eaglebend Drive) to help maintain a steady flow of eastbound traffic.

You can expect updates in the weeks and days leading to the event. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to provide a safe and enjoyable celebration for everyone.

06/09/2026

🚔 The Avon Police Department Launches the Blue Envelope Program 🚔
The Avon Police Department is proud to introduce the Blue Envelope Program, designed to help reduce stress, anxiety and miscommunication during traffic stops for members of our community who may face challenges related to disabilities, including autism, neurodivergence, hearing impairments, invisible disabilities and other communication needs.
This is a voluntary program. We will not keep a participant list or store any data relate to your information.
The Blue Envelope provides a simple way for drivers to communicate important information to law enforcement officers. During a traffic stop, the driver can hand the envelope to the officer, who can then review the information and better understand the individual's specific needs and circumstances.
How to get a Blue Envelope:
📍 Visit the Avon Police Department at:
60 Buck Creek Road, Avon, CO 81620
Monday–Friday during regular business hours
📞 Call: (970) 748-4040
📧 Or request materials by mail (free of charge) by emailing: [email protected] with your mailing address.
Helpful Tips for Completing Your Blue Envelope:
• Share as much or as little information as you feel comfortable providing. More information can help first responders better assist you.
• Emergency contact information will only be used with your permission, or in the event of a crash or medical emergency when you are unable to communicate.
• Use the notes section to provide details that may help responders, such as:
• “Reads lips” for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing
• Information about sensory sensitivities or effective ways to respond during a meltdown
• Medical information such as medication allergies, DNR instructions, or other important emergency details
A special thank you to the Boulder Police Department for their informative video and for championing this valuable program.
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06/09/2026

Avon PD officers along with officers, deputies, troopers, firefighters and paramedics from our partner agencies will be training in active shooter/ active threat reponse at Battle Mountain High School over the next four days.
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TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT: June 9th - 12th, the Eagle County Sheriff’s Office, along with Colorado State Patrol, Avon PD, Vail PD, Eagle PD, Eagle County Pamedics, and regional fire partners, will conduct active shooter training at Battle Mountain High School.

There will be many emergency vehicles and personnel at BMHS. Alarms may sound at various times throughout the day. This is all part of the training and not an actual emergency. Training is expected to conclude by 7:30 pm.

Thank you, Eagle County School District, for letting us train at Battle Mountain High School.

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AVISO DE CAPACITACIÓN: Del 9 al 12 de junio, la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Eagle, junto con la Patrulla Estatal de Colorado, la Policía de Avon, la Policía de Vail, la Policía de Eagle, los paramédicos del Condado de Eagle y los bomberos regionales, realizarán un simulacro de tirador activo en la Escuela Preparatoria Battle Mountain.

Habrá numerosos vehículos y personal de emergencia en la escuela. Es posible que suenen alarmas en diferentes momentos del día. Esto forma parte del simulacro y no constituye una emergencia real. Se prevé que el simulacro concluya a las 7:30 pm.

Gracias al Distrito Escolar del Condado de Eagle por permitirnos entrenar en la Escuela Secundaria Battle Mountain.

06/07/2026

Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)

On Friday, Chief Daly concluded six years of service on the Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board. During his tenure, he served two consecutive three-year terms and reached the term limit established by state law.

Chief Daly's appointment to the Board was recommended by the Colorado Attorney General and ratified by Governor Jared Polis. Throughout his six years of service, he proudly collaborated with fellow board members and stakeholders to strengthen the professionalism, accountability, and training standards of law enforcement across Colorado.

In recognition of his dedicated service and contributions, Chief Daly was presented with a commemorative plaque by Attorney General Phil Weiser on Friday.

Thank you, Chief Daly, for your commitment to advancing excellence in law enforcement and serving the people of Colorado.

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06/07/2026

The Annual Special Olympics Colorado Summer Games are underway in Grand Junction, and Officer Al Zepeda and his wife, Kathleen, are once again serving as part of the hosting team. Throughout the weekend, they are helping ensure that these incredible athletes have a memorable experience as they compete across multiple sports disciplines.

We are grateful for Al and Kathleen’s dedication, generosity, and commitment to supporting Special Olympics athletes and advancing the organization’s inspiring motto:

“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.”

Thank you, Al and Kathleen, for making a difference and helping create opportunities for athletes to shine.

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05/29/2026

Detective Reno put her face-painting talents to work at Avon Elementary School’s Field Day today! It was a great day filled with fun, smiles, and community spirit. Avon PD, Count on Us!

05/25/2026

De-escalation, understanding, and compassion are critical when serving community members experiencing mental and behavioral health challenges. Avon PD continues to invest in our staff by ensuring all officers and code enforcement officers receive Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training.

Last week, Officer Lucero, Officer Lucas, and Code Enforcement Officer Niesman completed an intensive 40-hour CIT course hosted by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (Thank you!) The training focused on the many challenges individuals in crisis may face and how first responders can best communicate, respond, and provide support during those difficult moments.

The course included realistic scenario-based exercises with professional actors simulating real-life encounters, helping participants develop practical de-escalation and crisis response skills.

With this latest class, Avon PD has now achieved 100% CIT training for all officers.

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day, Remembering those who have sacrificed everything for our freedom. Remembering all who have served. Avon PD, Count on Us!