Completing a three-year process, in 1998 the Department received its accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies and this year are up for reaccreditation. The HAPD is one of eight police department in the state and one of nine public housing police department in the country to receive the honor. The Accreditation is a coveted award that symbolizes professionalism excellence and competence. The Department presently utilizes a state of the art computer and camera system within patrol vehicles to improve management of day to day incidents that occur within Authority communities. Also a one officer per patrol vehicle system was implemented to ensure complete coverage of the HACP's numerous communities.
Residents feel much safer as the police have become more visible.
They are a major force during HACP Drug Free Family Fun Day and Clean Slate. The event was orchestrated to provide the residents with summer fun with emphasizing the importance of drug prevention. Adults and children alike enjoyed food, contests and entertainment while they were able view the police department in a positive light. Another significant change that has added in the pursuit of best in class status was the relocation of the department to a larger facility located in a former state police barracks. The Police Department is located at 1401 Washington Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15206.