The Minneapolis Police Activities League (P.A.L.) is a program sponsored by the MPD in which sworn and civilian members of the MPD participate in sports and recreational activities directly benefiting the city's youth.
Participation in P.A.L activities is open to all personnel on a voluntary basis. Members shall comply with all policies and procedures of the MPD while participating in P.A.L. activities. All P.A.L. volunteers shall read, sign, and agree to abide by the P.A.L. volunteer guidelines. P.A.L. volunteers are expected to act in a professional manner.
Participation during regular work hours:
At their discretion, supervisors may release members during normal work hours or allow members flexible work hours to participate in P.A.L. Any combination of P.A.L. hours with work hours is considered a full workday as long as it meets the member's shift requirement.
Members who participate in a P.A.L. event consisting of 8 hours or more may submit a Special Duty request form, which must be completed and approved prior to the event.
P.A.L. Participation while off duty:
Members may volunteer for P.A.L. activities outside of their normal work hours.
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