Congratulations and thank you to all the individuals who participated in our 2024 program.

Bastrop Volunteers in Police Service Application

Applicant Prerequisites

• All applicants must truthfully complete and submit an application.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• All academy participants will be required to complete a Release From Liability form.
• This program is primarily available to residents of the City of Bastrop, or persons who own or work in a business located within the City. Other applicants may be accepted if space is available.
• Applicants who have been convicted of a violent crime, felony, or any crime not in keeping with the goals and spirit of the Academy or the Bastrop Police Department will be disqualified.
• Applicants must have a current and valid driver's license.

[LINK] Download the Volunteers in Police Service Application

THE 2026 JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY

IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!

Due to overwhelming interest, the application window for this year’s Junior Police Academy is now officially closed. We have reached maximum capacity and have established a significant waitlist for alternate candidates.

If you have already submitted an application, our team will be reaching out to you next weekwith an update regarding your status.

Thank you for your interest and your cooperation.

The City of Bastrop Police Department is excited to announce the return of the Junior Police Academy for kids ages 8 to 13! This year’s academy will run Monday, July 6 through Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM each day.

Space is limited to just 25 participants, so don't wait! Priority will be given to first-time attendees, with returning participants considered only if space remains.

Applications will be accepted until all spots are filled.

Submit your application by:

• Emailing it to: BPDcommunity@cityofbastrop.org

• Or dropping it off in person at the Bastrop Police Department (104 Grady Tuck Lane) during weekday business hours (before 5:00 PM).

Give your child the chance to learn, lead, and have fun with local law enforcement—APPLY TODAY!

All applications must be submitted no later than May 29, 2026 at 4PM.

JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY 2026 APPLICATION (PDF) (CLOSED)

Bastrop Police Department Operation Blue Santa is a non-profit organization established by the volunteers and employees of the Bastrop Police Department. Operation Blue Santa is supported entirely by the community through donations. Through Blue Santa, we see many lives changed for the better and celebrate the magic of the holiday season. The Bastrop Police Department Operation Blue Santa accepts new unwrapped toys.
 
Donations are welcome year-round.
 
Applications for the 2025 Blue Santa program are below. The deadline for submitting applications is November 1, 2025, by 3 p.m.

The application does not guarantee sponsorship! Nominees must live within the city limits of Bastrop and be under 18 years of age. If nominees have received Blue Santa donations for 2 consecutive years, this application may not be approved pending the number of families that apply. Nominees will be notified VIA EMAIL if they have or have not been approved for Blue Santa.

Applications may be dropped off at the City of Bastrop Police Department (104 Grady Tuck Lane) or emailed to BPDBlueSanta@cityofbastrop.org.

 
For more information and if you have any questions, call 512-332-8616 or email BPDBlueSanta@cityofbastrop.org.

The application process for 2025 has CLOSED. 

La Operación Papá Noel Azul del Departamento de Policía de Bastrop es una organización sin fines de lucro establecida por voluntarios y empleados del Departamento de Policía de la Ciudad de Bastrop. Operation Blue Santa cuenta con el apoyo total de la comunidad a través de donaciones y esfuerzos de recaudación de fondos. A través de Blue Santa, vemos que muchas vidas cambian para mejor y celebramos la magia de la temporada navideña. La Operación Papá Noel Azul del Departamento de Policía de la Ciudad de Bastrop acepta juguetes nuevos sin envolver, así como donaciones.
 
Las donaciones son bienvenidas durante todo el año.
 
Las solicitudes para el programa Blue Santa 2025 se encuentran a continuación. La fecha límite para presentar solicitudes es el 1 de noviembre de 2025, a las 15:00 horas.
 
¡La aplicación no garantiza el patrocinio! Los nominados deben vivir dentro de los límites de la ciudad de Bastrop y ser menores de 18 años. Si los nominados han recibido donaciones de Blue Santa durante dos (2) años consecutivos, es posible que la solicitud no se apruebe en función del número de familias que presenten la solicitud. Los nominados serán notificados POR CORREO ELECTRÓNICO si han sido aprobados o no para Blue Santa.

Las solicitudes pueden dejarse en el Departamento de Policía de la Ciudad de Bastrop (104 Grady Tuck Lane) o enviarse por correo electrónico a BPDBlueSanta@cityofbastrop.org.

Para obtener más información y si tiene alguna pregunta, llame al 512-332-8616 o envíe un correo electrónico a BPDBlueSanta@cityofbastrop.org.

El proceso de solicitud para 2025 ha CERRADO.

Take Me Home allows for the safe return home of your loved ones who cannot communicate vital information to law enforcement officers or first responders. This kind of assistance may be required if the person cannot speak or correctly identify themselves or if they become disoriented or act in a manner that first responders could misinterpret.

When an individual registers in the Take Me Home system, their record includes a current digital picture, physical description, demographic information, and caregiver contacts. Only dispatchers or officers in patrol cars can access this data.

Suppose a patrol officer encounters a person in the Take Me Home program. In that case, the officer can query the Take Me Home system by searching for a name or physical description. Once your loved ones Take Me Home record has been located, the officer has the information to assist appropriately. The system also works in reverse; their picture and description are immediately available if a loved one is missing. There is no charge for using the program. There does need to be a commitment by those using the program to keep information in the database current. Take Me Home is voluntary. Information is confidential and only accessed by the Bastrop Communications Center and Bastrop Police Department officers.

The program was initially developed in 2003 by the Pensacola Police Department in Florida.

To participate in Take Me Home, fill out this form and send it to BPDcommunity@cityofbastrop.org. 

Through this program, a team consisting of members of the Bastrop Police Department and volunteers make daily wellness calls to seniors who are members. This service benefits homebound seniors or those without family living in the area.

There is no charge for using this program.

To register for the program, please complete this form:

Love One Assurance Program Member Registration Form (PDF)

For more information – including how to become a volunteer caller for the program, please email BPDcommunity@cityofbastrop.orgor contact us by phone at 512-332-8616.

Have you got a home security camera? Please help us fight crime in our neighborhoods by signing up for this program.

You can register a security camera with us if you have a security camera at your home. That way, we know who to contact for potential video evidence when a crime occurs. It speeds up the process of finding who might have footage, which can help solve cases and be particularly helpful when investigating vehicle burglaries in your neighborhoods.

This program does not give us access to your camera. It merely tells us that you have a camera and are willing to help when needed.

For more info: COMING SOON!

Since 2015, the Bastrop Police Department's public parking area and lobby have been designated Safety Exchange Zones. The entry is open to the public during regular business hours, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the parking lot is available 24/7. Those who prefer a location away from their homes to exchange goods purchased online or by classifieds can arrange to meet at 104 Grady Tuck Lane. 

The effort is offered to help deter fraudulent transactions and maintain residents' privacy. Safety Exchange Zones are well-lit and under video surveillance at all times.

Custodial exchanges can also occur at these locations.

The Department is not responsible for the validity of transactions. It will not be involved in nor oversee the business conducted amongst participating parties.

For more information on the Safety Exchange Zone, call 512-332-8616.

Amazon Locker "Benedino" Now Available

Amazon Locker Benedino offers a convenient, self-service delivery location where you can securely pick up your Amazon.com packages.

Location:
Adell Powell Police & Court Building
104 Grady Tuck Ln, Bastrop, TX 78602

When your package is delivered to the locker, you will receive a confirmation email from Amazon with pickup instructions, including the locker’s address and operating hours.

Please note: Benedino is a screenless locker. To access your package, you must have the Amazon Shopping App installed on your smartphone and Bluetooth enabled. Your phone will automatically connect to the locker to complete the pickup.