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ZPD is currently working to earn accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) – a highly prized recognition of public safety professional excellence. CALEA will be virtually present with ZPD to examine all aspects of the ZPD's policies and procedures, management, operations and support services. As part of the on-site assessment, agency employees and the Zionsville community are invited to offer comments at a virtual public information session on June 6, 2022 beginning at 5 p.m. For Zoom meeting information, contact Accreditation Manager Sergeant Josh Samuelson at jsamuelson@zionsville-in.gov or (317) 873-5967. Community members may elect to listen only or schedule a time to address the assessors. Please contact Sergeant Samuelson by Friday, June 3, 2022. If an individual cannot speak at the public information session but would still like to provide comments to the assessment team, please call (317) 873-5967 on June 6, 2022 from 1 – 3 p.m.

Zionsville Butterfly Trail June 1 – July 31, 2022 In Celebration of Zionsville Nature Center 20th Anniversary and NWF Mayors Monarch Pledge Leadership Circle Presented by Zionsville Parks Foundation This summer large-scale butterfly wings, painted by local artists, with be on display in various community locations throughout Zionsville. This project was inspired by our town’s commitment to The National Wildlife Federation Mayor’s Monarch Pledge and a celebration of our conservation and environmental education efforts.

The goal of Zionsville Nature Play Days is to get kids outside and remind families that nature play is import and can happen close to home. Nature Play Days is a statewide initiative of the Indiana Children and Nature Network. Zionsville Parks and Recreation, and its community partners offer free nature, art, cultural and recreation programs during this nine-day long event. Check out the listings within our guide and come out and play!

Summer brings warm, sunny weather and fascinating little insects. Join a naturalist as we grab some nets, catch some bugs, and observe them up close. Let’s bug out for bugs!

Mother Nature offers many unique options for creating art this time of year. Artists of all ages will create a piece of wall art using natural materials and weaving techniques.

To join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82436684037?pwd=b3JnNTcyaDdONTdzaHRWMXRmUWE0QT09; Passcode: 223553; Webinar ID: 824 3668 4037; Phone: 301-715-8592.