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Newport News Police Department
NOTE: MPOs may participate in community engagement outside their normal duties during their
regularly scheduled work hours if they obtain prior approval from the Assistant Chief of
their assigned bureau. If approved, only documentation on Form #239b is required.
3. MPOs must complete the three (3) required article readings selected by the command staff. These
articles will be assigned through PowerDMS.
NOTE: MPOs are responsible for tracking these requirements. Proof of completion must be
submitted annually by December 15th through the officer’s chain of command on Forms
#239a and #239b and will be reviewed by the Chief of Police.
D. Removal/Demotion
MPOs who do not submit the required documentation in any given calendar year will be notified in
writing of their transfer to the position of senior police officer, with a corresponding salary adjustment.
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