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Confessions of a Police Officer lenders payday
I’ve had the honor of communicating lately with Jill Wragg, a retired police officer from Massachusetts. Jill is an author, and has several interesting essays posted on her blog. I thought this one was amazing, and with her permission, am posting for all to enjoy… “Confessions of a Police Officer Dear Citizens, Neighbors, Friends and Family, My name is Jill...
MPA Invited to Signing of HB 2204 lenders payday
Your Mesa Police Association was invited by the Governor’s Office to be on-hand at the signing of HB 2204 on Friday, April 5th. This Bill extends the health benefits to the spouses and children of Arizona peace officers, correctional officers, and firefighters killed in the line of duty. See the following press release for details… PR_040513_HB2204 Read More →
Survey Results – January 2013 lenders payday
Here are the results from the recent survey sent out to sworn Mesa officers. The survey was active from January 14th through January 30th, 2013. 217 officers took part in the survey, and one of the biggest issues continued to be communication with the membership. The MPA is constantly working to improve communication, and will continue to do so. Read More →
From the President lenders payday
Last month the MPA conducted a comprehensive survey regarding the performance of the MPA and the Department. As a result of the survey, we learned the MPA still needs to improve communication with membership. In order to improve communication, the MPA will be sending out periodic updates on projects currently be worked. Listed below are a few agenda items the MPA has participated...
2013 National Police Week lenders payday
As previously announced the MPA plans on bringing two members to participate in Police Week in Washington, DC in May, 2013. We had 30+ individuals express interest in attending on behalf of the MPA. I would like to thank everyone who did put in to attend. The MPA Board reviewed each of the emails sent and made their selections before the membership meeting last Wednesday. The...
Blue Santa Huge Success! lenders payday
The Officer Assistance Fund and Mesa Police Association are pleased to say that Blue Santa for Breezy Point was a huge success! We were able to raise approximately eight thousand dollars in gift cards, which were given directly to the families of law enforcement in New York and New Jersey whose homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. During the event, the reaction...
Military Leave lenders payday
President Russell and members of the MPA met with Deputy City Manager John Pombier yesterday to discuss and recommend changes to the City of Mesa’s Military Leave Policy. Changes and recommendations will make this policy more fair to the employee, and more consistent with Federal law. Please contact your local MPA representative with any questions. Read More →
Letter from President Russell to the City of Mesa Mayor and City Council reference Kronos lenders payday
The following was sent to Mesa Mayor Scott Smith and members of the Mesa City Council: Mayor and Council, I am writing you to express my frustration with Kronos, the timekeeping aspect of CityEdge. I am aware of the significant investment in CityEdge by the City (24.7 million) and I have a genuine interest in seeing that investment succeed for the City. I just spent...
Condolences lenders payday
The Mesa Police Association would like to express their condolences to the family and friends of Officer Kevin Cormier, who lost his battle with cancer. Please offer your thoughts and prayers to the family. Read More →
APA and MPA Political Endorsements for 2012 Elections lenders payday
The Arizona Police Association has endorsed the following candidates: Richard Carmona (D) for the U.S. Senate Matt Salmon (R) for District 5 of the U.S. House of Representatives Rep. Rich Crandall (R) for LD-16 (Senate) of the State Legislature Jerry Lewis (R) for LD-26 of the State Legislature For a complete list of the APA’s endorsements, please visit...
