Photos for Headline Surfer / Edgewater Police Sgt. Anthony Binz is shown with Edgewaterv Police Chief Charles "Chas" Geiger on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Edgewater, Florida, after his gradustion from FDLE's Florida Leadership Academy.
By HENRY FREDERICK / Headline Surfer
EDGEWATER, Fla. -- Sgt. Anthony Binz was recognized today by the Edgrwater Police Department today for successful graduation from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Florida Leadership Academy.
Here's what was said in part in a social medi post by EPD:
"Today, we proudly congratulate Sergeant Anthony Binz on his graduation from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Florida Leadership Academy, Class 63!"
The post continued: "The Florida Leadership Academy, offered through FDLE’s Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute, is an intensive professional development program designed for first-line criminal justice supervisors throughout Florida. The Academy focuses on leadership, communication, accountability, and professionalism, while preparing supervisors to effectively lead people and organizations in today’s law enforcement environment."
The post added: "Sergeant Binz’s graduation represents both a significant professional accomplishment and an investment in the future of the Edgewater Police Department. Strong organizations are built by strong leaders, and we are proud of his continued commitment to professional growth, our officers, and the community we serve. Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Anthony Binz on this well-earned achievement! Respectful Service. Relentless Justice."
The post added: "Sergeant Binz’s graduation represents both a significant professional accomplishment and an investment in the future of the Edgewater Police Department. Strong organizations are built by strong leaders, and we are proud of his continued commitment to professional growth, our officers, and the community we serve. Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Anthony Binz on this well-earned achievement! Respectful Service. Relentless Justice."
Fast FACTS: Edgewater Police sworn personnel & budgeting
The Edgewater Police Department
(located in Volusia County, Florida) is staffed by
34 full-time sworn police officers
and 5 civilian support staff
. Specific line-item operating budget totals for the police department are embedded within the city's general fund managed via the City of Edgewater Budget Portal
.
Personnel Breakdown
- Sworn Personnel:
34 full-time officers (including leadership and patrol)
- Civilian Staff:
5 full-time support employees
Department Context
- Location:
Edgewater, Florida (serving a 24.94-square-mile area)
- Leadership:
Headed by the Chief of Police (Charles Geiger)
- Financial Planning:
Detailed allocations for police personnel, equipment, and capital improvements are reviewed annually through the city's Budget Informationupdates.
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