This week, Blue Lake Rancheria’s 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿, attended the 2025 BIA Chief of Police In-Service program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Artesia, New Mexico.
This three-day intensive training is tailored for law enforcement managers, focusing on leadership development and enhancing operational effectiveness to address the evolving challenges facing today’s police organizations.
Participants gained valuable insights into corrections guidelines, proactive leadership strategies, and practical tools to strengthen their leadership capabilities. The training also emphasized the importance of cultivating a culture of accountability, professionalism, and excellence within their departments.
The Chief of Police In-Service program concluded with the 𝟯𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗘𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆, honoring eight officers whose names were newly added to the monument. This solemn tribute recognizes Tribal, state, local, and federal law enforcement officers who served Tribal communities and gave their lives in the line of duty on federal Indian lands.
These individuals served with unwavering courage, steadfast dedication, and a profound commitment to protecting their communities. Their legacy stands as a true example of heroism and our hearts go out to their families and loved ones. 💙
Originally Published: 5/2/2025