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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Police Department is reaching new heights in law enforcement leadership. Department officials proudly announced today that Chief Forest Lyons and Lt. Jay Chuck have officially been honored with the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award. This distinguished recognition is reserved for law enforcement leaders who successfully complete the most rigorous executive training series in the country.
By earning this award, Chief Lyons and Lt. Jay Chuck join the elite ranks of Lt. Michael W. Lembo and Lt. Peter Bolten, cementing a formidable leadership foundation for the Ridgewood community.
What is the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award?
The Trilogy Award isn’t just a certificate; it represents a comprehensive journey through the three pillars of modern police leadership. To earn the “Trilogy,” an officer must graduate from three intensive institutes:
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Supervisor Leadership Institute (SLI): Focused on first-line supervision, ethics, and liability.
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Command Leadership Institute (CLI): Designed to prepare officers for upper-management and command-level positions.
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Executive Leadership Institute (ELI): A high-level seminar on 21st-century policing, community trust, and strategic planning.
By completing all three, Chief Lyons and Lt. Chuck have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to professional growth and the latest best practices in public safety.
A Tradition of Elite Training in Ridgewood
The Ridgewood Police Department doesn’t view this training as optional—it’s a Tradition of Excellence. The department maintains a long-standing policy of sending all supervisors through the FBI-LEEDA curriculum.
Why does this matter for Ridgewood residents?
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Enhanced Decision-Making: Officers are trained in tactical and ethical decision-making that prioritizes safety.
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Building Community Trust: The curriculum emphasizes “Procedural Justice”—the science of building legitimate, transparent relationships with the public.
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Modern Innovation: The program covers emerging trends, including officer wellness and the complexities of 21st-century technology in policing.
Leading by Example
Chief Forest Lyons and Lt. Jay Chuck’s achievement serves as a powerful inspiration to the rank-and-file officers in Ridgewood. It signals that from the top down, the department is invested in being more than just “patrolmen”—they are executive-level professionals dedicated to the highest standards of service.
As the department continues to strengthen its leadership, the residents of Ridgewood can rest assured that their safety is being managed by some of the most highly trained police executives in the state.
Ridgewood PD Leadership Spotlight
| Officer | Award/Title | Key Expertise |
| Chief Forest Lyons | FBI-LEEDA Trilogy | Executive Strategy & Community Safety |
| Lt. Jay Chuck | FBI-LEEDA Trilogy | Emergency Management & Command |
| Lt. Michael Lembo | FBI-LEEDA Trilogy | Command Leadership |
| Lt. Peter Bolten | FBI-LEEDA Trilogy | Operational Oversight |
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Excellent extra training. How many hours is that, and who pays for that.