Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
Police psychologists address trauma behind the badge Dr. Stephanie Barone McKenny The pandemic and the civil unrest protests have heightened the sense of professional purpose among police psychologists across the nation. Department police psychologists from the major metropolitan law enforcement agencies of Los Angeles (LAPD), Dallas (DPD), Atlanta (APD), Honolulu (HPD) and the Cook County […] Read More
The city of Santa Clarita has been my home for over 38 years. Both of my children were born here. My wife serves our community as a Sheriff’s Department detective. We are raising our family here. And, I have dedicated much of my life to the service of my country, my city and my county. […] Read More
This afternoon, the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Board of Trustees voted in favor of a new six-month contract with the Sheriff’s Department for public safety services. While this is a positive development that prevents a full curtailment of the LASD Community College Bureau, it is important to note the new short-term contract requires […] Read More
At 4:40PM this afternoon (12/7/20), PPOA received the information below from the Sheriff’s Department: Over the weekend the Department was informed that the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) will put on its agenda a contract to continue services with the Department. The contract agreement will be posted on the LACCD Board agenda this Wednesday […] Read More
December 4, 2020 — After asserting our rights to negotiate with the Department regarding the upcoming full curtailment and demobilization of Community Colleges Bureau, today, we can report an agreement between PPOA and the Sheriff’s Department has been reached. Affected members are advised to monitor LASD email for notifications of the transfer preference protocol, and the […] Read More
November 24, 2020 – Today, a PPOA team consisting of Henry Jimenez, the newly sworn-in Board Member representing Security Officers, President Tab Rhodes, Vice-President Jim Blankenship, Secretary Tony Coleman, Executive Director Wayne Quint Jr., Labor Representative Teresa O’Neil, and counsel Dennis Hayes, participated in a teleconference with representatives of the Sheriff’s Department regarding the demobilization […] Read More
This afternoon, PPOA received the information below from the Sheriff’s Department: “The Department just received word that the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) will not be renewing its security contract with the Sheriff’s Department when the current contract expires on December 31, 2020. The LACCD does not want armed law enforcement personnel providing security […] Read More
When you shop, Amazon gives. In fact, Amazon will donate .5% of the proceeds of your purchases to the Star & Shield Foundation. These funds from Amazon Smile help the foundation support families of fallen officers and those truly in need. This is a simple way to contribute to a worthy cause every time you […] Read More
It is no secret that the demands and role of law enforcement officers is unlike any other occupation. The distinct nature of the job often extends to their spouses and families, affecting many aspects of their lives, both positively and negatively. Upon seeking advice, support, and information, there was a notable absence of a reliable […] Read More
Protect essential workers! Don’t let L.A. County supervisors permanently cut $500,000,000 from essential services provided by PPOA members, nurses, social workers and other public servants. Measure J is a step backward for racial justice, as it will decrease services and resources in communities where additional investments are critically needed. Vote NO on Measure J! […] Read More