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Commission approves tuition reimbursement for Officer Mark Vazela

5448655 · July 21, 2025
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Summary

The board unanimously approved 50% tuition reimbursement for Officer Mark Vazela’s courses toward a bachelor’s in public safety administration at Charter Oak State College; the department provided receipts and grades supporting the request.

The Norwalk Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved tuition reimbursement on July 21 for Officer Mark Vazela, who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in public safety administration at Charter Oak State College.

According to the personnel packet, Vazela completed two courses (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Homeland Security), received all A grades and submitted payment documentation. The department reported total course costs plus fees of $4,478, with the commission-authorized 50% reimbursement totaling $2,239.

Commissioners confirmed course approvals were completed in an earlier meeting and that the file now included grades and payment receipts. The motion to approve reimbursement carried by voice vote; commissioners recorded their affirmative votes and the motion passed unanimously.