The Anaheim Police Association (APA) was incorporated in 1967.  It is the only recognized bargaining unit for the men and women serving as police officers in the City of Anaheim. With a population of over 349,000, the city is serviced and protected by 380 dedicated and highly trained police officers.

The mission of the APA is to advance the professional, educational, economic, and social welfare of its members; to improve the fraternity of its members; and, to achieve these and all other purposes and objectives through legislation, legal, and other appropriate means beneficial to the collective membership.  In addition, the APA is community-minded and strives to participate in activities and programs that will improve the quality of life in the City of Anaheim.