Eldridge Police Department

10/13/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends!
Yesterday, the kids at Children's Choice Early Learning Center - Eldridge were visited by Chief Lellig, Sergeant Gale and Officer Jahns! The kids learned about calling 911, stranger danger, and how to make safe and responsible choices. They got to jump in and explore the police vehicles, turn on the lights and sirens, and use the loudspeaker from inside.

Not only did the kiddos have so much fun, they also walked away with a bag full of EPD swag! From stickers, and water bottles, to coloring books and police hats!

I don't know who had more fun, the kids or EPD!! We want to thank Mrs. Miles for inviting us back!

Have a great day folks! Be safe and Responsible!

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department

(Picture credit to Mrs. Miles)

10/07/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends!

This tote was found at the intersection of S.1st Street and Leclaire Road. If this is yours AND you can successfully identify the contents inside please come to to the police department to claim you tote.

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department

10/02/2026

**** NOTE FROM THE CHIEF'S DESK ****

A MILESTONE FOR ELDRIDGE ELDRIDGE PD

I want to take a moment to congratulate the entire Eldridge Police Department on achieving accreditation through the Iowa Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ILEAP).

This is a significant accomplishment for our department and, more importantly, for the community we serve. This marks the first accreditation in the history of the Eldridge Police Department, and it represents an incredible amount of work, dedication, and professionalism by our entire department.
Accreditation is about much more than receiving a certificate or recognition. It is about holding ourselves accountable to a higher standard and demonstrating that we are committed to providing professional, consistent, and effective law enforcement services to the citizens of Eldridge.

Throughout this process, we voluntarily opened our department to an outside perspective. We allowed trained evaluators to examine our policies, procedures, practices, documentation, training, and operations. We asked them to look closely at what we do and determine whether we could demonstrate that our department is operating in accordance with established professional standards and recognized best practices.

That process is not always easy.

It takes confidence and professionalism to invite outside individuals into your organization and allow them to identify areas where you can improve. It requires a willingness to hear constructive criticism, make changes when necessary, and prove not simply say that we are doing things the right way.

That is exactly what our officers and supervisors did.
Accreditation gave us an opportunity to look critically at our department, recognize the things we have been doing well, identify areas where we can improve, and ensure that our policies and practices are supported by sound professional standards. It also provides a framework for continued improvement. Accreditation is not the finish line; it is a commitment to continue evaluating ourselves and looking for ways to become better.

I could not be more proud of the men and women of the Eldridge Police Department. Their professionalism, dedication, and willingness to embrace this process are what made this accomplishment possible. Every officer and civilian employee played a role in demonstrating that the work we do each day is consistent with the standards we have established for ourselves.

I am equally proud of our supervisors. Strong
leadership is essential to maintaining professional standards, and our supervisors have demonstrated their commitment to ensuring our officers have the guidance, training, resources, and accountability necessary to perform their jobs at the highest level.
I especially want to recognize Officer Garrett Jahns, our Accreditation Manager, for the outstanding work he put into this process. Garrett took on an enormous responsibility and demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, organization, persistence, and professionalism throughout the accreditation process.

Most importantly, this accomplishment should give the citizens of Eldridge confidence in their police department. Our community can be assured that the men and women of the Eldridge Police Department are committed to professional policing, accountability, continuous improvement, and following recognized best practices in the performance of their duties.
We will not simply celebrate accreditation and move on. We will use it as a foundation for the future.
As Chief of Police, I am extremely proud of what our department has accomplished. I am proud of our officers. I am proud of our supervisors. I am proud that, for the first time in the history of the Eldridge Police Department, we can say that our department has successfully completed the accreditation process.

Congratulations to the entire Eldridge Police Department on this historic accomplishment.

This achievement belongs to all of you.

Award Presentation will take place at a future council meeting and at the Iowa Police Chiefs Association annual conference in May 2027.

Chief Andrew Lellig
Eldridge Police Department

10/01/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends,
The North Scott Community School District Homecoming Parade is cancelled. Coronation will be held in the PIT at the high school at 6:00 PM.

However, the celebration goes on!

Visit the HoCo Float Street Festival to check out all the amazing student floats up close, enjoy the music, and bring the spirit!

For more information, contact the activities office or visit the North Scott Community School District's page.

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department

10/01/2026

09/12/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends!

Today is National Police Woman Day! Today we get to brag a little bit about someone pretty special here at EPD, Officer Hailey Sanders!

Officer Sanders currently holds the distinction of being the only female police officer serving with the Eldridge Police Department, and we couldn’t let National Police Woman Day go by without giving her the recognition she deserves!

Every day, Officer Sanders puts on the uniform and serves our community with compassion, professionalism, strength, and a genuine desire to help others. She’s a valued member of our EPD family, a great teammate, and someone we’re proud to have representing our department and the women who proudly serve in law enforcement across the country.

So today, we’re asking our Eldridge Family & Friends to help us show Officer Sanders a little love! 💙

Officer Sanders, thank you for everything you do for EPD and our community. We’re lucky to have you on our team!

And to all of the incredible women who put on the badge every day, Happy National Police Woman Day! 💙

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department 🚔

09/10/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends!

Chief Andrew Lellig and Corporal Jack Schwertman of the Eldridge Police Department recently had the incredible honor of being selected to participate in the Quad City Back the Blue Flight to Washington, D.C.

Alongside numerous active and retired law enforcement officers, they had the opportunity to visit the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, the National Law Enforcement Museum, the U.S. Capitol, and other historic sites throughout our nation’s capital.

But this trip was about so much more than the places they visited.

It was about honoring those who have worn the badge, remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and recognizing the men and women who continue to serve their communities every day. Standing among fellow officers, active and retired, and reflecting on the generations of law enforcement officers who came before us made this an experience that will not soon be forgotten.

A very special THANK YOU to Greg Keller and the entire QC Back the Blue Board for the countless hours, planning, dedication, and heart that went into making this historic trip possible. What began right here in the Quad Cities became the first Back the Blue Honor Flight of its kind in the nation, something our entire community can be incredibly proud of.

And most importantly, thank you to the Quad Cities community. Your generosity and overwhelming support of law enforcement made this flight possible. Seeing our community come together to honor those who serve was a powerful reminder that the badge represents more than a profession, it represents service, sacrifice, family, and community.

Chief Lellig and Corporal Schwertman were proud to represent the Eldridge Police Department and the City of Eldridge on this unforgettable journey.

To everyone who donated, volunteered, organized, welcomed these officers home, or simply showed your support, thank you.

🇺🇸 From Eldridge to Washington, D.C., the Quad Cities showed the nation what it means to Back the Blue. 💙

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department

09/02/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends,
Unfortunately, due to an unforeseen injury to our administrative assistant, fingerprinting services at the Eldridge Police Department will be temporarily unavailable until after September 21st.

Don’t worry, our “Office Mom” will still be available to answer telephone calls and assist with records requests; however, fingerprinting services will be suspended during this time.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while she recovers, and we look forward to resuming fingerprinting services soon!

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department

08/24/2026

Hello Eldridge Family and Friends!
We are looking to build a hiring/eligibility list for possible future vacancies! If you are interested in an awesome career with the Eldridge Police Department, now could be your chance!

Get your applications in before September 25th! You can apply online at www.cityofeldridgeia.org or stop in the police department and apply in person, or call 563-285-3916 and we can email an application to you!

We look forward to meeting you!

Yours in Service,

The Eldridge Police Department