I dont know much about LVMPD's poly, but I have  heard that they mold their hiring structure around LAPD's. If that is true, I don't know if I'll even waste my time applying for them.  I know of several quality departments out there where an applicant does'nt have to deal with b.s. like I have heard is going on in theirs.  I will get my masters degree in January which is when I plan to start testing with a few departments.  I can assure you that LAPD and LVMPD won't be on my list.