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- - Page 2 POA Journal April 2014 Off-Duty Gun Deal for Active Cops in April By Paul Chignell, Legal Defense Administrator

For the third year, Springfield Ar- mory is offering a discounted gun purchase deal for active San Francisco police officers. Angelo Spagnoli of the Police Range and yours truly are the intermediaries between the Armory and those officers who are interested in purchasing excellent off duty weapons. Available from the Armory are 40 caliber and .9mm compact and sub- compact semi-automatic handguns Paul Chignell at a discounted price of $439.00. In Our New Department Chaplain addition, San Francisco’s only gun Any member who is an active of- store, High Bridge Arms, will receive ficer at the time of purchase is eligible By Jim Kelly, Station, Sgt. Stephanie Long of BSU, the weapons and process the requisite to participate in this program. Our BSU Inspector Martin Halloran President registration for a fee of $75.00 instead deadline for submission of checks is of the POA, and Officer Tom Cunnane of the usual $150. April 30th. Deputy Chief David Shinn swore in from Central Station, a long time friend Due to the high volume of gun For more technical information on our newest chaplain Father Michael of Father Mike. Father Mike’s brother purchases across the country in the the weapons go to the Springfield web- Quinn on St Patrick’s Day March 17. Jim Quinn was also in attendance face of gun control proposals, there is a site at www.springfield-armory.com. The ceremony was held in the Police along with officers Art Howard and Jim delay in receiving handguns. Members If you are interested in a purchase Commission hearing room at the Hall Kelly from BSU. of Justice. Father Mike is a Roman Cath- purchasing these weapons may experi- contact me at [email protected]. After introducing Father Mike to ence 6-9 month wait for the weapons. olic priest and a true San Franciscan. He the guests DC Shin administered the was raised in Eureka Valley attending Oath of Office. He thanked Father Most Holy Redeemer School with his Quinn in advance for his service and twin brother. He graduated from Rior- turned over the podium to our newest SFPD Appreciation Scholarship dan High School in 1970 and went on chaplain. Father Mike thanked the DC to earn an accounting degree at USF. for the opportunity to serve the men He worked for the IRS, AC Transit and and women of the SFPD and spoke of Accepting New Applications For Fall 2014 did forensic accounting at his own firm his great respect and admiration for all By Nicole Greely, or academic excellence. Scholarship before entering St Patrick’s Seminary the members of the department. He Retired SFPD recipients in good academic standing in 2003. He was ordained in 2009 and especially noted the constant vigilance will be welcomed to apply for renewed assisted at Holy Name and St. Brendan’s and selfless dedication of the officers he Children of active SFPD officers are funding during their years of under- Parishes before being named pastor has worked with in the past. He stressed invited to apply for the SFPD Apprecia- graduate study. of Star of the Sea Parish in Sausalito. how valiant and courageous he found tion Scholarship. This scholarship sup- Applications for the Fall semester of Father Mike trained and volunteered at the officers and that they are always ports academic studies at an accredited 2014 can be found at San Francisco Suicide Prevention and is ready to do the next right thing. four-year college or university. It was www.10000degrees. active in marriage counseling. Father Mike is looking forward to established by anonymous donors org. This scholarship At the swearing in ceremony along working with the SFPD members and at the Marin Community Founda- is open to SFPD of- with Father Mike and DC Shinn were families of all denominations. You can tion and is administered by 10,000 ficers of all ranks. our current Catholic chaplain Father reach Father Mike at (415) 246-5535, Degrees, a scholarship organization. Please contact 10,000 Healy, Captain Bill Roualdes and or email him at FrMike@starofthesea. Scholarship selection will be based on Degrees with any Lt.Troy Dangerfield from Staff Services, us or through the BSU office at (415) short-answer questions by the student questions at 415-451- Scan to learn Lt. Brian Delahunty from Northern 837-0875. regarding the officer’s path to joining 4002. more. the SFPD, not solely on financial need

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SFPOA Mourns Passing of Officer James Richards By Martin Halloran, President SFPOA

It is with great sadness that the SFPOA announces the passing of Officer James Richards #4064 on March 17, 2014 at the age of 50. James was a native San Franciscan who attended McAteer High School, San Francisco City College, and Sacramento State University where he excelled in football as a corner back. Before joining the SFPD, James worked as a social worker, a real estate agent, and as a Disc Jockey for KPOO radio in the City. Officer Richards entered the SFPD on January 25, 1999 and served with distinction at Mission, Tenderloin, Ingleside, Northern, Bayview, and Rich- mond Stations. Officer Richards (known as “JR”) was a good spirited officer numerous Captain Complimentary Reports. always with a smile on his face. While serving in the SFPD Officer Richards James is survived by his wife, and the love of his life, Mayra Lopez Rich- continued his passion for music by playing various instruments at many ards. James will be forever missed by his many friends and colleagues within local clubs. Officer Richards was the recipient of a SFPD Unit Citation and the SFPD.

Minutes of the March 12, 2014 SFPOA Board Meeting* 1. President Martin Halloran called 8. Representative Chris Schaffer (Bay- recent Department Bulletin regard- to participate in 10-B. the meeting to order at 13:01 view) made a motion to approve ing promotional test requirements. 16. Vice President’s Message. Vice Presi- hours. the February 2014 minutes. The There was a change with regard to dent Montoya had to be excused 2. President Halloran led the board in motion received a second from eligibility that is dependent upon by the time this agenda item was the Pledge of Allegiance. Representative Matt Lobre (North- the month a test is given. The De- discussed. President Halloran, Vice 3. President Halloran announced that ern). It passed unanimously by partment has not yet announced President Montoya, Treasurer Joe there would not be a swearing in of voice vote. when the next captain’s and lieu- Valdez, and POA Attorney Gregg the Airport Representative at this 9. President’s Message. President Hal- tenant’s test will be. Adam met with D.C. Shinn and time because of a run-off election loran spoke to the board regarding 12. President Halloran announced that other members of the Department in progress. events surrounding the Mission based on the low station survey immediately prior to the board 4. Secretary Mike Nevin conducted Station officer-involved shooting participation for certain stations/ meeting. A host of seniority and Roll Call. from March 8. Most importantly, units, a visit to those assignments payroll issues were addressed. The Officer Adam Shaw is recovering will occur with members of the POA is seeking a timely resolution 5. Representative Scott Edwards (Mis- from his injuries. executive board. Richmond Station and will be prepared to file a griev- sion) spoke to the board regarding will get the first visit. ance if matters cannot be agreed the recent officer-involved shoot- 10. President Halloran addressed the upon. ing in the Mission District. On be- federal indictment of five active 13. President Halloran and Attorney half of Mission Station officers, he members and one former member. Gregg Adam said that the Chuck 17. Treasurer’s Report. Treasurer Joe thanked President Halloran for the The involved members have POA Reed Amendment regarding public Valdez provided the board with POA efforts assisting the members legal defense, and the POA has employee pensions appears to be copies of the monthly budget/ex- involved. met with the attorneys. The POA off the table for 2014. However, this pense report. Legal Defense Fund committee fight is far from over as Gregg Adam 6. Paul Chignell, Legal Defense Ad- 18. New Business. Representative Ra- has convened in this matter. Hal- described recent meetings he has ministrator, addressed the board phael Rockwell (Hdqrt/Admin) loran informed the board that he attended. It is expected that this regarding the POA Defense Com- asked if anyone wanted to volun- will e-mail upcoming court dates. issue will take center stage in 2016. mittee. The volume of POA defense teer to help with little league base- Members are reminded they should needs is high at the moment. He 14. President Halloran stated that he ball for Mission Station. Contact only attend federal court while off- asked the board to remind mem- expects to re-shuffle POA Commit- him at [email protected]. duty and in civilian court attire. bers to immediately notify the tees. Members who currently serve 19. Representative Jesus Pena (North- Halloran announced the POA has POA when they receive notice on a committee OR who would like ern) brought up an issue with late established the “Suspension Relief of an interview or when they to serve should send notice to Presi- court cancellation notices. Presi- Fund” for the active members who receive sustained findings. Mem- dent Halloran as soon as possible. dent Halloran stated that this re- have been suspended without pay. bers should not attend interviews 15. President Halloran addressed 10-B. quires personal service and a voice A fundraiser will be held on May without representation nor should While there have been some meet- mail would not suffice. 22 at the Italian Athletic Club. they accept discipline without POA ings there has been no agreement 20. Treasurer Valdez asked for represen- Raffle tickets were passed out to the consultation. made between the City/Depart- tatives to consider allowing their board and a silent auction will be ment and the POA. 10-B is part of photos to go on the POA website. 7. Secretary Nevin reviewed the POA held as well. Any member wishing survey results with the board. A the Administrative Code and any 21. Representative Ed Carew (Central) to donate an auction item should changes must go through the board discussion with the board followed. contact the POA. asked if any board member was [The survey is posted in this Journal of supervisors. Currently, only aware of a new computer system 11. President Halloran discussed the issue.] SFPD, DPT, and DEM are allowed going into effect. 22. Old Business. Representative Scott Edwards (Mission) set up with our Board of Directors Meeting Roll Call web designer, Erika Jones-Clary, an online voting system for the Wednesday, March 12, 2014 board of directors outside of regular President Martin Halloran P Co. G Chris Breen P meetings. Vice President Tony Montoya P Yulanda Williams P 23. Financial requests. None Secretary Michael Nevin P Co. H Larry Chan P 24. President Halloran made a motion Frank Pereira P to adjourn the meeting. The mo- Treasurer Joseph Valdez P Co. I Russ Gordon P tion received a second from Trea- Sergeant-At-Arms Val Kirwan E Jody Kato E surer Valdez. The motion passed Editor Ray Shine E unanimously by voice vote. The Co. J Kevin Lyons P meeting was adjourned at 14:35 Co. A Ed Carew P Joe McCloskey P John Van Koll P hours. Co. K Steve Landi P Co. B Danny Miller P Harold Vance P Louis Wong P Submitted by Hdqtr. John Evans P Secretary Mike Nevin Co. C Gerald Lyons P Raphael Rockwell P Chris Schaffer P Tactical Brent Bradford E * These minutes will not be adopted Co. D Scott Edwards P Mark Madsen P by the Board of Directors until the next Greg Stechschulte P Invest. Sean Frost P General Membership meeting. Correc- Co. E Matt Lobre P Matt Mason P tions and amendments might be made Jesus Peña P Airport prior to a vote to enter the minutes into Co. F Kenyon Bowers P Reynaldo Serrano P the permanent record. All corrections Paget Mitchell P and/or amendments will be published Retired Ray Allen P in the succeeding issue of the Journal. Page 4 POA Journal April 2014 Community Service Committee By Martin Halloran, Chairman San Francisco Golden Gate Rugby Club (Sergeant Frank Hagan)...... $750.00 National Alopecia Foundation (Officer Rich Hunt)...... $500.00 In an ongoing effort to keep the membership advised of activities at the POA City Youth Now...... $500.00 I will make every attempt to provide the minutes of the Community Service Cops Corner Oakland POA...... $400.00 Committee. The committee meets approximately every six weeks and as always Long Beach POA Golf Tournament...... $500.00 we discuss and vote on requests for donations submitted to the POA. The major- Survivors Memorial Fund Golf Tournament...... $250.00 ity of the requests are submitted from non-profit organizations in and around Irish Football and Hurley Youth League...... $1,000.00 San Francisco. Many of these organizations depend greatly on associations like ours so that they may provide assistance to the sick, elderly, and the youth of Avon Walk For Breast Cancer...... $500.00 our community. The Community Service Committee Fund has been designated as a federal tax exempt 501© 3 account at the S.F.P.O.A. The majority of the funds in this account are raised through our annual “Parade of Stars/Grand National Rodeo” 2014 Academy of Art University which was held in October 2013. The Community Service Committee met on February 3, 2014 & March 13, 2014 and although many requests are submitted only the below listed organiza- Scholarship Awards tions were approved for donations. By Martin Halloran, President This year’s Pre-College Summer SFPOA Program Scholarship Winners, award- February Meeting ed to children or grandchildren of Acalanes High School Freshman La Cross Club The prestigious San Francisco- active or retired POA members are: (Sergeant Marty Lalor)...... based Academy of Art University has • Alexis Celaya $1,000.00 awarded its 2014 scholarship winners • Emma Wynkoop North Bay Youth Rugby Club (Sergeant Joe McCloskey)...... $750.00 to select POA members and children • Sabrina Guerrero Waugh School Vision & Vines (Lieutenant Mike Nevin)...... $500.00 of POA members. These programs • Lea Guerrero Washington Eagles Baseball Club...... $400.00 have been graciously offered to the • Joseph Tabo El Camino High School Track & Field...... $250.00 POA for several years, and each year’s • Jessica Maddox Archbishop Riordan High School Irish Club...... $250.00 awards strengthen further the bond • Kayla Van Koll Sacred Heart Cathedral High School Golf Tournament...... $2,500.00 between the university and the as- • Shelby Liddicoet Leukemia Lymphoma Team Training...... $200.00 sociation. The 2014 Academy of Art Univer- Community Partners United...... $500.00 The SFPOA is grateful to the AAU sity Presidential Scholarships (4-year for maintaining this annual opportu- Degree), which are awarded to active March Meeting nity for our members and their sons POA members, went to: Fairfield Suisun Bobby Socks (Officer Luis Archilla)...... $400.00 or daughters to expand their creative • Arthur Madrid North Novato Little League (Officer Vince Etcheber)...... $1,000.00 horizons and continue with a valuable • Kathryn E. Waaland Sunset Youth 21st Annual Dinner (Captain Curtis Lum)...... $1,500.00 education for life and career. Calendar of Events ark your calendars for the following meetings and events by the POA and its friends and supporters. All dates and times are subject to last minute changes, so always contact the event coordinator to confirm dates and times. If you have an event you would like posted on our calendar, contact the Meditor at [email protected]. Regularly Scheduled Meetings or Events Event Location Date & Time Coordinator Meeting, Veteran Police Officers Association Pacific Rod & Gun Club Second Tues. of Every Month, 11:00 am Larry Barsetti (415) 566-5985 520 John Muir Drive, SF [email protected] Meeting, Widows & Orphans Aid Association Hall of Justice, Room 150, Second Tues. of Every Month, 1:45 pm Mark McDonough (415) 681-3660 (Traffic Co. Assembly Room) [email protected] Meeting, American Legion Park Station Community Room Second Tues. of Every Month, 4:00 pm Greg Corrales SF Police-Fire Post 1899 Waller St., SF (415) 759-1076 POA Board of Directors Meeting POA Building Third Wed. of Every Month, Noon POA Office (415) 861-5060 Meeting, Retired Employees of CCSF Irish Cultural Center Second Wed. of Every Month, 11:00 am Reyna Kuk (415) 681-5949 Retiree Range Re-qualification SFPD Pistol Range First Fri. of each Month, 0730 – 1130 Range Staff (415) 587-2274 Specially Scheduled Events DEM Open House SF Dispatch Operations Friday, April 11, 2014 10:00 – 5:00 Drop-In Divis. Of Emergency Communications 1011 Turk Street, 2nd Floor, SF POA Blood Drive POA Building, 3rd Floor Wednesday, April 23, 2014 POA Office (415) 861-5060 6th at Bryant Streets, SF Times TBD Retirement Celebration SF Italian Athletic Club Wednesday, April 23, 2014 5:30 pm Ed Yu (415) 971-0903 Honoring Captain Mike Moran 1630 Stockton St., SF North Bay SFPD Retiree Luncheon The Villa Restaurant Thursday April 24, 2014 11:30 am Steve Bosshard (707) 480-9495 3901 Montgomery Dr., Santa Rosa [email protected] Co. K Retirement Celebration SF Italian Athletic Club Thursday April 24, 2014 6:00 pm Steve Landi (415) 509-1424 Honoring J. Robles, T. King, D. Goff 1630 Stockton St., SF Washington High Sch. Alumni Assc. Terrace Room, The Cliff House Thursday May 1, 2014 6:00 PM Denise Joseph (415) 750-8400 Hall of Merit Induction Dinner 1090 Pt. Lobos, SF Honoring Comm. Rich Corriea PAL Golf Tourney Harding Park Thursday May 8, 2014 PAL (415) 401-4669 Lake Merced, SF Emerald Society Awards Dinner United Irish Cultural Center Friday May 9, 2014 6:00 pm Rachel Murphy (415) 794-7918 Honoring Sgt. Tom Maguire 2700 45th Avenue, SF [email protected] Captain Mike Moran, Mr. Roger Gargano Retirement Celebration Harding Park Saturday, May 10, 2014 6:00 pm Bobby Cheung (415) 699-9982 Honoring Sgt. Eddie Cheung 99 Harding Road, SF Dinner Celebration/Reunion City Forest Lodge Tuesday May 13, 2014 5:30 pm Mary Stasko (415) 307-7760 Celebrating Women of the SFPD 254 Laguna Honda Blvd, SF Peninsula SFPD Retiree Luncheon Basque Cultural Center Wednesday, May 14, 2014 11:30 am John (415) 699-4445 or, 599 Railroad Ave., So. SF [email protected] Retirement Celebration SF Italian Athletic Club Thursday, June 5, 2014, 5:30 pm Rose Smith (707) 293-4350 Honoring Lt. Dave Smith 1630 Stockton St., SF Hazey Golf Tourney Presidio Golf Club, SF Presidio Friday, June 27, 2014 11:00 am Kathy Buckley Benefiting Gary Hazelhofer Edu. Fund 1667 Culpepper Dr., Petaluma, Ca April 2014 POA Journal Page 5

San Francisco Police Officers Association On March 20th, the Latino Peace Officers Association 800 Bryant Street, 2nd Floor under the direction of President Mario Delgadillo hosted a (415) 861-5060 fundraiser at Don Ramon’s Restaurant for the five suspended Office Hours M/F 9–4 pm officers. This was a huge success and substantial contributions were made in support of these officers. Many thanks to President Delgadillo and to the LPOA for stepping up in March 10, 2014 support of these members. B To: Association Members #2014-26 — Martin Halloran, From: Val Kirwan, Sgt. At Arms – Chairman President SFPOA U Martin Halloran, President – Co-Chairman Suspension Relief Fundraiser The official POA fundraiser for the five members L who were recently suspended will be held: San Francisco

Thursday May 22, 2014 • 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM San Francisco Italian Athletic Club, Police Officers Association L 1630 Stockton St., S.F. No host bar and hosted appetizers by the POA Announces The Inaugural Donations accepted and encouraged at the door E Checks payable to Suspension Relief Fund Mayor/Police Chief Acct #1385993-S80 Frank Jordan & T Grand Raffle Drawing At 8:00 PM 1st Prize: 2 round trip business class tickets on Wendy Paskin-Jordan I Aer Lingus from SFO to Dublin, Ireland 2nd Prize: 60” big screen television Scholarship Fund 3rd Prize: iPad Contact your POA representative The SFPOA is about to embark on its inaugural scholarship awards N or the POA office to purchase tickets for college bound dependents and enrolled college students by offering $20.00 each or three for $50.00 a scholarship to dependents of noncommissioned officers of the SFPD both active, retired and deceased who have held continuous SFPOA Many thanks to Aer Lingus for membership for more than one year prior to dependent’s application. their extremely generous donation Qualified applicants will be limited to 2014 High School graduates ✦ There will also be a silent auction held at this event. ✦ and actively enrolled college students with a “C” average or better. This presents a perfect opportunity for those creative students who may not have the opportunity to apply for other scholarships to do so now. Suc- cessful candidates will be judged on their scholastic records, extracurricular activities and local community involvement. The scholarship finalists will be selected by the SFPOA Scholarship Behavioral Science Unit (BSU) Committee. Awards will be presented by August 2014. Take advantage of this opportunity to compete for the Scholarship BSU: (415) 837-0875 Fax: (415) 392-6273 Assistance Awards for the 2014 fall college semester. Confidential e-mail: [email protected] • OIC Sgt. Mary Dunnigan (415) 806-6865 Applications are available at the SFPOA office located at 800 Bryant Stress Unit Alcohol/Substance Abuse Support St. 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103 (415)861-5060. Off. Art Howard (415) 378-5082 • 24 hours answering service (415) 933-6038 Pick up your application or mail the attached request for an applica- Catastrophic Illness Program tion to the SFPOA. Off. Pat Burley (415) 637-2328 Completed Applications must be returned to the SFPOA no later than Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) May 16, 2014. Contact DOC for 24 hour response (415) 553-1071 MHN: Your free outpatient mental health benefit • (800) 535-4985 Confidential e-mail: Request For Jordan Scholarship Application members.mhn.com (company code SFPD) Scholarship Applications must be returned to the SFPOA no later than May 16, 2014. Applications received after that date will be returned.

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NOTE: This is not a scholarship application. It is a request form only. Applications must be obtained from the SFPOA at 800 Bryant St., 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103 Page 6 POA Journal April 2014

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March 11, 2014 Jr. was born on August 5, 1940 in May 14, 2003. Abel retired with a this month. Nashville, TN. Dillon was listed as a service pension after 34 plus years in New Business: Many retired mem- The monthly meeting of the Wid- Surveyor as a prior occupation before the SFPD, and was awarded a Bronze bers who use “Direct Deposit” received ows and Orphans Aid Association of joining the San Francisco Police De- Medal of Valor for arrest of an armed a bill this year. President Luenow will the San Francisco Police Department, partment on October 16, 1967. Dillon robbery suspect. The suspect and request a member’s roster from City was called to order on Tuesday March graduated from the Police Academy in officers exchanged gunfire until the Payroll and Direct Deposits. Luenow 11, 2014, by President Al Luenow. The February of 1968 and was assigned to officers subsequently took the suspect will gather all necessary lists and as- meeting was held at 850 Bryant Street, Ingleside Police Station on February and firearm into custody. Abel is sur- sign a board member or designee to room #150 at 1:45pm. 12, 1968. Dillon was assigned to star vived by his wife of 49 years (Mary Lou cross check all lists for membership #1886. Dillon was transferred later (Farr), his sons William and Michael Roll Call of Officers: President Al verification and payment category. that year on September 17, 1968 to the (SFFD), daughter Kimberly Martinez, Luenow, Vice President John Keane, President Luenow and the Board are AIB at the Traffic Bureau. On August brothers Andres and Adalino, sisters Secretary Mark McDonough, Treasurer dedicated to organizing the member- 9, 1972 he transferred to CPC, and Adela Chapa and Amelia Sorrell, his Dean Taylor, Trustees John Centurioni, ship data to ensure accurate billing returned to Ingleside Police Station grandchildren Rachel, Connor, and Leroy Lindo, and Ray Kane were pres- and records. ent. Trustees Sally Foster and Joe Reilly on April 3, 1975. On May 9, 1977 he Ryan, and his many loving nieces, were excused. was transferred to the Support Services nephews, and extended family. Abel Good of the Association: No report Bureau. Dillon retired with a disability was a loving father, husband, grand- this month. Approval of the Minutes: Trustee father, and friend to all. pension on December 5, 1977 after Adjournment: President Luenow John Centurioni made a motion to ap- serving the city for just over 10 years. prove the February 2014 minutes. The James T. Moore, age 77: James was moved for a moment of silence for During his ten years, Dillon is listed born on May 14, 1936 in Waskom, our fallen members. President Luenow motion was seconded by Trustee Leroy as having been awarded a meritorious Lindo and passed without objection. TX. Prior to joining the San Francisco then set the next meeting for Tuesday conduct award, and three Bronze Med- Police Department, James’ prior occu- April 8, 2014 at 850 Bryant St, room Receiving Applications for New als of Valor all during the year of 1973. pation is listed as a Parking Control- #150 at 1:45pm. President Luenow Members; Suspensions, and Rein- Dillon chased an armed 211 suspect on man. James entered the SFPD on July then adjourned the meeting. statements: Trustee Lindo attended foot and exchanged gunfire with the 1, 1966 at the age of 30. On September All Members: Unfortunately the Retirement Seminar for the SFPD suspect who he subsequently arrested 12, 1966, James was assigned to North- we have experienced unpleasant at Sigmund Stern Grove on February (Bronze Medal). Dillon was awarded ern Police Station where he remained situations with the Designated 27, 2014. Leroy presented the attendees the Meritorious Award for his investi- until his appointment to Inspector in Beneficiary Form of a few of our with information regarding “direct de- gation and arrest of a Burglary suspect. 1972. James was then assigned to the fallen members. In some instances posit” for their retirement transition. Dillon was awarded another Bronze Juvenile Detail where he remained the named Benefactor was already Leroy answered questions regarding Medal for the arrest of an attempted until suffering a career ending injury. deceased, and in other instances the WOAA and provided answers and homicide suspect who had shot and James retired with a disability pension members have changed their Mari- necessary information including the wounded her boyfriend. Dillon and on January 18, 1979 after serving the tal Status and neglected to change WOAA website “sfwidowsandorphans. his partner recovered the weapon. city for 12 years. James Moore was their Beneficiary Form. PLEASE org”. Our new website will assist mem- Dillon’s final Bronze Medal was for awarded two Bronze Medals of Valor, BE SURE TO REVIEW YOUR BEN- bers in processing their beneficiary the arrest of an armed robbery suspect and one Gold Medal of Valor. On EFICIARY FORM AND MAKE ANY and contact changes. Our website who engaged in a vehicle chase. The September 4, 1970 at 5:15am, Moore NECESSARY CHANGES AS SOON also contains our monthly minutes suspect brandished a firearm at the and his partner Hans C. Anderson AS POSSIBLE. ESTATE PLANNING, and will have our year ending reports. officers who were able to capture the responded to a call of several escaped LIVING TRUSTS, AND WILLS ARE SFPD Recruit Classes 238 and 239 have suspect and recover the weapon. burglary suspects. Moore and Ander- RECOMMENDED TO CLARIFY THE a high number of WOAA sign-ups. All son spotted the suspect vehicle and recruits who have signed up for the Abel O. Martinez, age 76: Abel DEATH BENEFIT. engaged in a high-speed pursuit where WOAA will be eligible for permanent was born in 1937 in Shinner, Texas to I have received numerous respons- the suspects fired their guns at the of- membership upon their completion Domingo and Teofila Martinez. Abel es from members who have updated ficers. Moore and Anderson returned of probation. joined the San Francisco Police Depart- their addresses, beneficiary, and fire resulting in all parties sustaining ment on October 18, 1968 at the age contact numbers. We are pleased to Communications and Bills: The gunshot wounds. The suspects were of 31. Abel was assigned to Star #561. see such a positive response. Paul WOAA paid three death benefits to the possession of handguns and a shotgun Abel graduated from the Police Acad- Chignell of the POA has been an in- benefactors of Frank Fahey, Michael which the fired at Moore and Ander- emy in April of 1969 and was assigned strumental force in reaching mem- Hutchings, and Abel Martinez. Trustee son. Moore and Anderson were able to Mission Police Station on April bers who we were unable to reach. John Centurioni made a motion to pay to hang on until the suspects gave 7th. On January 21, 1973, Abel trans- Our thanks again goes out to Paul the benefits and bills. Trustee Leroy up and were arrested. James Moore ferred to Central Police Station. Abel who continues to support our cause. Lindo seconded the motion, which and his partner were awarded a Gold remained at Co. A until August 14, Please utilize the new WOAA website passed without objection. Medal of Valor. Moore was awarded a 1993 when he suffered an injury. Abel at ‘sfwidowsandorphans.org’, and Bronze Medal of Valor for the arrest of Report of Visiting Committee: No was assigned to Medical Liaison for a click on the Resources box. Please armed robbery suspects who commit- report for this month. few months and was reassigned to the update any necessary information, ted a 211/takeover at a supermarket. Co. K Traffic Bureau. Abel spent a brief print the form, and send it to us The suspects tied up the victims. One period at Southern Police Station, but at: WOAA, P.O. Box 880034, San Report of Trustees: suspect attempted to use his firearm returned to the Traffic Bureau where Francisco, California 94188. Please James Moore and his partner Hans C. Dillon Cole, age 73: Dillon Cole, he remained until his retirement on remember to have a board member Anderson. Moore and Anderson were or notary sign the form if you are able to disarm the suspect and affect changing your beneficiary. the arrest. I was not able to obtain any Our apologies go out to retired information on Moore’s last Bronze MÔNACO Watch & Jewelry members who have ‘direct deposit’ Medal of Valor. and received a bill. We are working Your ROLEX watch specialist To All Members: In regard to our on eliminating the confusion for Over 20 years serving jewelers nationwide fallen members, we greatly accept 2015. Members who have “direct- and appreciate any and all assis- deposit’” should not receive a bill. Cartier ✦ Patek Philippe ✦ Breitling tance in background information Often, “direct- deposit” member’s and the finest Swiss name brands for our obituary section. Please for- payment are sent to us by code num- ward any information that can be ber and not by name. used in giving tribute to our mem- We then have to contact the finan- Repair Center • Dial Upgrade • Diamond Bezels bers. Contact me at 415 681-3660. cial institution to match a name to the code number. Hopefully we will Fine Jewelry & Loose Diamonds Report of Special Committee: print a complete list and avoid the Trustee Sally Foster reported previ- confusion. Additional thanks go to Bay Area Showroom: San Francisco Jewelry Center ously to the Board that she wishes the continuing assistance I receive 101 Utah St., #202, San Francisco, CA 94103 ✦ Free parking to select “Just Flowers” as our choice from Captain William Roulades and for floral arrangements for member’s Inspector John Monroe with mem- (415) 863-1337 ✦ Toll Free: (800) 98-ROLEX services. The Board was in agreement, ber information that contributes to Monaco Watch & Jewelry is not directly nor indirectly associated with Rolex USA however, we will wait for Trustee Foster our Obituary Section. at next month’s meeting to make a Flash your badge and get your wholesale prices Submitted by motion to accept. SFPD, SFSD, SFFD, CHP & SF City Employees welcome Mark McDonough, Unfinished Business: No report WOAA Secretary April 2014 POA Journal Page 7

Helping Our Own Westbrook Children Fund The following members of our law A fund has been established at the San Francisco Police Credit Union for Officer Thomas Westbrook’s children. The account number is 1373377-S1. If enforcement family need our help: you are a SFPCU member, you can transfer from your account directly into the account number listed above. Checks can be mailed to: Deputy Ricky Del Fiorentino Memorial Fund SF Police Credit Union Main Office, 2550 Irving Street, San Francisco, CA 94122 Donations may be made to the: Ricky Del Fiorentino Memorial Fund SF Police Credit Union New to 802 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Savings Bank of Mendocino County List PO Box 3600, Ukiah, CA 95482 Frankie Shouldice Family of BART Sergeant Tom Smith, Jr. Frankie is the 12-year old son of Inspector Ronan Shouldice of CSI. Frankie is Sergeant Smith was accidentally killed while searching a felon’s home. A battling leukemia. memorial fund for the Smith family has been established. Deposits can be A “Friends of Frankie Shouldice” account has been established at the SFPCU made at any Wells Fargo Bank for account number: 5148561086. They can #1373520 — Marty Halloran also be mailed to The Tommy Smith Memorial Fund C/O Wells Fargo, 11020 Bollinger Canyon Road, Suite 1, San Ramon, CA 94582. UPDATE: Ronan Shouldice is in need of donated vacation time to help him attend to Frankie. Contact the Catastrophic Illness Program (415) 837-0875. ADA Pam Underwood needs our help! This fundraiser is being created to help offset the extraordinary medical costs that our dear friend Pam is paying while undergoing chemotherapy for ovarian cancer over the next several months. After undergoing extensive surgery, including a hysterectomy and an appendectomy, she learned that the SPECIAL NOTICE cancer has spread to her liver and lungs, rendering her at Stage 4. The Health Service System (HSS), which administers employee and retiree health benefits, is moving to the the 3rd floor of 1145 Market Anyone wishing to help Pam can send a check made-out to Pam Underwood Street, San Francisco. to: Brenda Peralta, San Francisco District Attorneys Office HSS is currently located on the 2nd floor at this same address. 850 Bryant Street (3rd Floor), San Francisco, Cal. 94103

Family of Michael Howard The Michael Howard Family Memorial Fund has been established at the SFPCU San Francisco Police Officers’ for Officer Michael Howard, who died from cancer in November 2013. Mike’s, wife is bedridden and has been battling ill health for many years. Mike leaves Association Announces Annual behind three children. The youngest is in her senior year of high school. We Jeff Barker Scholarship Awards Program ask that any donations be made to the SFPCU account #1385244. The SFPOA is about to embark on its annual scholarship awards for your — Off. Yesenia Brandt, Ingleside Police Station college bound dependents by offering a series of scholarships to dependents of SFPOA members, both active, retired and deceased who have held continuous Fund for Adelina Ines Daher-Tabak SFPOA membership for more than one year prior to dependent’s application. Qualified applicants will be limited to 2014 High School graduates with a A college fund for the young daughter of Debbie Daher-Tabak and Morris “C” average or better. This presents a perfect opportunity for those creative Tabak has been established. Those wishing to donate to the future education students who may not have the opportunity to apply for other scholarships of young Adelina can submit their contributions to: to do so now. Successful candidates will be judged on their scholastic records, The Adelina Daher-Tabak’s Educational Fund extracurricular activities and local community involvement. Account No. 1384670, San Francisco Police Credit Union The scholarship finalists will be selected by the SFPOA Scholarship Com- 2550 Irving Street, San Francisco, CA 94122 mittee. Awards will be presented by August 2014. Take advantage of this opportunity to compete for the Scholarship Assistance Awards for the 2014 fall college semester. Applications are available at the SFPOA office located at 800 Bryant St. 2nd Deputy City Attorney Tim Benetti Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103 (415)861-5060. Tim Benetti, a great friend of the San Francisco Police Officers’ Association Pick up your application or mail the attached request for an application to and the San Francisco Police Department, has some serious health challenges the SFPOA. and is in need of our collective assistance. Tim is currently at a rehabilitation Completed Applications must be returned to the SFPOA no later than May facility and hopes to return to work in several months. He is currently 16, 2014. assigned to the San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System where he has assisted many of our members facing retirement issues. In addition, Tim has been instrumental in working with police officers at district stations in code enforcement and other legal problems. Request For Barker Scholarship Application Please help Tim in his time of need. His catastrophic illness program (CIP) number is 001822. Please retrieve a CIP form and donate sick time to Tim. Scholarship Applications must be returned to the SFPOA no later than — Paul Chignell May 16, 2014. Applications received after that date will be returned.

Applicant’s Name: ______Children of Cullen Cahill A fund has been established at the San Francisco Police Credit Union for Officer Address: ______Cullen Cahill’s children for their college education. The account number is 1382907-S2. If you are a SFPCU member, you can transfer from your account Home Telephone: ______directly into the account number listed above. This can be done online at http://www.sfpcu.org or by calling 800-222-1391. Name and Rank of SFPOA member who qualified you as a scholarship Checks can be mailed to: SF Police Credit Union, Main Office applicant: 2550 Irving Street, San Francisco, CA 94122 ______

Assignment: ______Ext. #: ______Welsh Family Fund Active:______Retired:______Deceased:______As all of you know, they have been struck with a great tragedy of losing both parents. We feel compelled to support and to help Phil’s three children; William, Phil and Caroline. We are asking for donations towards this offering Your relationship to the SFPOA member who qualifies you as a scholar- for the kids. No amount is too small to the San Francisco Police Credit Union ship applicant: college fund. — Lisa Corry and Linda Delahunty ______Donations for Phil’s Children’s college fund can be made at: San Francisco Police Credit Union NOTE: This is not a scholarship application. It is a request form only. RE: Phillip Welsh children’s college fund Applications must be obtained from the P.O. Box 22219, San Francisco, CA 94122-0219 SFPOA at 800 Bryant St., 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103 Page 8 POA Journal April 2014

Wow, check out April 1971’s editorial headline: “REVOLUTION – In the From the Archives United States.” This title leaves little of the content to the imagination! The article repeats a revolutionary document spelling out various means of publicly agitating the government to the point of overthrow. By Rob Pedersen, Ingleside Station Such measures include political assassinations, bombings and kidnap- pings. The document’s author speaks in theoretical terms by referencing the formation of a proletarian government, what types of cities to harm or kill police officers and which members of the federal government to consider kidnapping. Essentially, the author wrote the rants of a crazy person. To know people subscribed to such rants is scary now. Con- sider this, though: Radical people shared such beliefs in 1971 and radical people still share such beliefs in 2014. It is sad commentary that society (law enforcement in particular, in this case) still has to worry about people actually believing this type of nonsense. The growing trend of digital crimes by means of hacking leaves police and targeted individuals more vulnerable than ever. Look what happened to officers across the country as a result of Anonymous’ reactions to police over Occupy movements. The movement is not about just harming officers anymore. The movement turned into destroy- ing our lives and livelihoods to hold us “accountable” for doing our jobs. Radicals would call these mod- ern day actions revolutionary. All I know is that I am not standing in any bread lines should the pro- letariat revolution actually come.

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FR021419-6B9D April 2014 POA Journal Page 9 Retired SFPD Member Attacked by Notorious Chief’s Corner Cop-Killers Urges that they be Denied Parole January 13, 2014 Police Department City and County f San Francisco Parole Board Thomas J. Cahill Hall Of Justice NYS Board of Parole 850 Bryant Street 97 Central Avenue San Francisco, California 94103-4603 Albany, NY 12206 Edwin M. Lee Gregory P. Suhr Cc: Great Meadow Correctional Facility Mayor February 24, 2014 Chief of Police Attn: Community Supervision Office 11739 State Route 22 NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision PO Box 51 C/O Victim Assistance Office Comstock, NY 12821 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 2 Albany, New York 12226 Re: No Parole for Herman Bell (Inmate #DIN 79C0262 Honorable Commissioners: Dear Parole Board members: On August 28, 1971, an attempt was made to assassinate me by members It is with the utmost urgency and concern that I write to you on behalf of the of the Black Liberation Army, namely Anthony Bottom and Albert Wash- San Francisco Police Department regarding the continued incarceration of New ington. At the time, I was a sergeant with the San Francisco Police Depart- York State inmates Herman Bell (DIN# 79C0262) and Anthony Bottom {DIN# 77 ment. Two of the three firearms used in that incident were traced to the 1971 A4283). killings of Officers Waverly Jones and Joseph Piagentini of the New York City Police Department. In 2009, both men entered guilty pleas in San Francisco Superior Court for the This group, which included Herman Bell, Inmate #DIN 79C0262 and oth- August 29, 1971 assassination of San Francisco Police Sergeant John V. Young. ers had the malevolent intentions of killing police officers throughout the The crime for which they were recently convicted pales in comparison to the United States. In some cases, they succeeded. Criminal investigations, which acts of terror the two men inflicted upon the cities of San Francisco and New traversed across the country, proved this to be the case. York from 1970 to 1971. In the course of the San Francisco investigation and In San Francisco, this radical group, including Inmate 79C0262, was con- prosecution, it was determined that both men committed numerous acts of nected to the Park Police Station bombing which killed a police sergeant violence upon law enforcement members. These acts included the bombing and wounded other officers. An attack on the Ingleside Police Station by the of a police officer’s funeral, two attempted bombings of police stations, at least Black Liberation Army also left a police sergeant dead and wounded a civil- three planned ambush shooting attacks upon San Francisco police officers and ian employee. The planting of several sticks of dynamite on the roof of the several bank robberies to fund their cadres operations. Mission Station was attributed to the Black Liberation Army. Fortunately, the I have reviewed the Parole Board Hearing transcripts for Herman Bell (March fuse failed to ignite the bomb. Officers Robert Martinez and Dennis Jacobson 21, 2012) and Anthony Bottom (September 21, 2012) and I find no remorse in were both wounded in a shooting attack in the Fillmore District of the city. the false and selfserving statements made by both men. The shooter of SFPD All of the above cases, and others, were attributed to the Black Liberation Sergeant Young, Herman Bell, lies to the board in claiming only to have been Army. Herman Bell, inmate #79C0262, was an active member of the Black a “look out” during the attack of the police station. Bell fails to disclose that he Liberation Army and participated in these crimes. was identified by a co-conspirator as the shooter and that in 1973 the murder These accounts are documented in a book, “Badge of the Assasin”, E.D. weapon was recovered from his bedroom pursuant to a search warrant. The Dalton publisher, 1979, written by attorneys Robert Tannenbaum and Philip planner in the shooting death of Sergeant Young, Anthony Bottom, completely Rosenberg, formally prosecutors in County District Attorneys Office, New avoids discussing his culpability in the police station attack. Bottom also lies to York City, New York. Herman Bell, inmate 79C0262, along with defendants the board regarding his attempt to shoot SFPD Sergeant George Kowalski with Anthony Bottom and Albert Washington, were convicted of murdering two a sub-machine gun while in a car with co-defendant Albert Washington. New York City police officers. The nature of these heinous crimes should preclude the release of Herman Bell #79C0262. I ask the Parole Board considering the release of both Herman Bell and Anthony I, as well as other retired police officers who lived through those turbu- Bottomto deny each of their petitions for release. lent years in the 1970s, strongly oppose the release of Herman bell, inmate Sincerely, #79C0262. Greg Suhr Sincerely, Chief of Police Captain George F. Kowalski (Retired) San Francisco Police Department

Local Official Seeks Continued Widow of Slain Officer Voices Objection to Parole The Honorable Phil Boyle, Incarceration of Killers Senator, 4 SD Subject: No Parole For NYPD Cop-Killing Terrorists Dear Senator Boyle, On May 21, 1971 two police officers were assassinated, shot in the back The Honorable Phil Boyle, after answering a call for help at the Harlem projects. As they walked toward State Senate, 4th SD their patrol car, two men , Herman Bell, and Anthony Bottom, walked up Dear Senator Boyle, behind them and shot them multiple times, leaving my husband Joseph Pia- In addition to the below email the widow of Police Officer Joe Piagenti- gentini, pleading with them not to kill him, he had a wife and two children. ni sent you, please find attached a copy of a letter I received today (Monday, Waverly Jones, dying instantly, also shot in the back of the head multiple 2/24/14) from retired San Francisco Captain George Kowalski, who BLA times. members Anthony Bottom and Albert Washington attempted to assassinate These men have denied the killings since their trial and sentencing, not on August 28, 1971 after they already assassinated NYPD Joe Piagentini and until now have they admitted what they did on that rainy night on May 21. Waverly Jones in New York City on May 21, 1971. It is in the trial transcripts that Anthony Bottom, Herman Bell, and Albert To grant these terrorists parole would be similar to granting parole to the Washington, declared that they “would never be rehabilitated and should Muslim Terrorists who were involved in the bombing of the World Trade they be released they would do it again” Even though these men have been Center on 9/11. imprisoned for many years, and it took 39 of those years for them to finally As I requested below, hopefully you, Senator Dean Skelos and every State admit to the killing of two New York City Police Officers, just because they Senator and Member of the Assembly agree that terrorists, whether they be wore the blue uniform. They are still the same men who committed this hei- BLA or Muslim Brotherhood terrorist who wantonly murder Police Officers nous crime, their political views are still the same, there is no remorse, they and/or innocent civilians as in the WTC, should never be paroled. have not taken responsibility for what they did. Jack Coughlin sent me an email that he sent to you, requesting a “Sense Jack Coughlin, Treasurer and Newsletter Editor of the Senate resolution”, I also would greatly appreciate it, if you would NYPD Superior Officers Association Retired and Member, introduce this resolution. so that you and your fellow senators can come Executive Committee, Suffolk County Conservative Party together and call for the further imprisonment of Anthony Bottom and Her- man Bell, that their “Parole be Denied.” Let this be heard, should anyone take the life of a Police Officer in the state of New York, that they will spend the rest of their life in prison. On behalf of myself and my children who have lived without their father, and now my grandchildren will never get to know the wonderful man that San Francisco Police Officers Joe was, I respectfully ask that you submit a “Sense of Senate resolution”. Thank you, They Work to Make Your Day Diane Piagentini (wife of PO Joseph Piagentini, killed in the line of duty May 21, 1971) see their stories sf c i t y c o ps . c o m Page 10 POA Journal April 2014 In Memoriam… The following San Francisco Police Officers were killed or died in the line of duty in the month of April of …

2004: Officer Isaac A. Espinoza, killed by gunfire from a street gunman. 1915: Officer Edward Maloney, shot by an armed robbery suspect. 1990: Commander Isiah Nelson III, killed in Solo motorcycle collision. 1906: Officer Max Fenner, crushed by crumbling brick wall during 1906 1969: Officer Rene G. Lacau, killed by heart attack while struggling with earthquake. violent resister. 1877: Officer Charles J. Coots, shot by brawler.(Off. Coots was the first SF 1930: Officer John Malcolm, shot by armed gunman during payroll rob- officer ever to be killed in the line of duty.) bery.* *Officer Malcolm’s killer was captured, convicted, and executed by hanging 1926: Officer Benjamin G. Root, killed in motorcycle crash pursuing a at Folsom Prison in 1933. speeding auto. **Officer Campbell’s killer was caught, convicted, and executed by hanging 1925: Officer George Campbell, shot during bank robbery in progress.** at Folsom Prison in 1926.

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www.sfpoa.org “One law firm to handle all of your claims.” “Like” us on Facebook April 2014 POA Journal Page 11 The Random and Murderous Attack on SFPD Sergeant Code W. Beverly, Jr. By Paul Chignell, Former President Unit, and Bailey was known as a good hind parked cars to and Gary Delagnes, Past President street cop. avoid Bailey’s shots Retired Captain Michael Hebel and then observed Authors’ Note: We thank the following remembers Beverly well. He stated, a Mrs. Ann Bridg- persons who were instrumental in assist- “Code and I met on many occasions es, a 53-year old ing us with this story: Captains Jason when he was a member of the K-9 in her stopped ve- Fox and John Feeney, Police Service Aide unit. On burglary calls, we at Park Sta- hicle. The suspect Luis Zabarte, and Rahoof Khan of the tion would call on him to assist with commandeered her Identification Bureau. building searches. I remember him so car after pushing clearly because he was always prompt Mrs. Bridges to the in responding, willing to help, and passenger seat. He The Beginning of the Tragedy gave good advice on proper search drove down Va- It was Monday, techniques.” lencia to Duboce, January 24, 1972 POA Journal Editor Ray Shine was struck a parked car, in the Mission Po- a rookie officer assigned to Ingleside and then ran off lice District, early in Station in the early fall of 1971. As- with the rifle in his the morning on the signed to the midnight watch, he was hands. midnight watch. Two often detailed to Station Duty under Meanwhile, both young officers on pa- Code Beverly the supervision of the Station Keeper, officers were taken trol, Michael McNeill newly promoted Sergeant Code Bev- to Mission Emer- and Patrick White, were nearing the erly. “I recall many times when Ser- gency Hospital by end of their shift. They decided to go geant Beverly was detailed as Keeper paramedics and of- to the Doggie Diner on Mission Street that he would bring with him to work ficers flooded the for a cup of coffee. En route, they Recruit Officer Code Beverly, Jr., first row, center on those nights his old K-9 partner. I streets in search of spotted a lone driver in a 1962 Ford charged with attempted murder, and don’t recall the dog’s name, but he al- Poole. The suspect arrived at 261 Va- Fairlane blow a red light at 18th and kidnapping. ways curled up in a corner of the office lencia Street and forced in the door Mission. That red light violation was After a valiant fight for his life, Ser- behind the sergeant’s desk, and would to his common law wife’s apartment, the fateful catalyst for the murder of geant Code Beverly succumbed to his not budge until commanded to do so number 31. Sergeant Code Beverly and the shoot- massive injuries at 7:08 am on Friday, by his handler. Several times during Officers Richard Abbey and James ing of Officer James Bailey. January 28, 1972. The charges against the watch, Sergeant Beverly would take Kineavy of the SFPD Traffic Bureau After stopping the driver of the Poole were changed to 187 of the Penal the dog outside for a bit of fresh air and arrived and were given information by Ford, Junious Poole, Officer McNeill Code, Murder. Officer James Bailey other reasons. He obviously cared a lot two citizens that a black man holding a gave Poole a break and did not cite him recuperated, was ultimately promoted about his old K-9 partner. ” rifle had been seen entering 261 Valen- for the red light. Instead he cited the to Inspector and retired in November A Random Killer cia Street. The officers sped to driver for 12951 of the California Vehi- of 1993. Junious Poole was the father the scene and confronted the cle Code — driving with no license in Poole went to trial in San Fran- of two boys, one and a half, manager of the apartment possession. The unemployed janitor, cisco Superior Court after pleading and six weeks old. He and his house who identified Poole as who had prior arrests for shooting into not guilty by reason of insanity. On common law wife lived in a the resident in apartment 31. an inhabited dwelling, purse snatch- Wednesday, June 28, 1972 he was con- rooming house at 261 Valen- They entered the apartment ing, auto theft, and just three months victed of murder, assault and kidnap- cia Street when they were not and observed Poole with his before at the same location 18th and ping. The jury also found him sane. estranged. Poole also stayed shirt and shoes removed, and Mission for assaulting an officer and He arrived at State Prison on August with his mother in the Bay- backing up into the recesses resisting arrest, was sent on his way. 2, 1972 and died at the age of 49 on view at 744 Jerrold Avenue. of the apartment. The officers February 19, 2001, still in State Prison. Lieutenant McNeill Remembers His criminal record had begun also spotted a revolver and

In March of this year, some forty- in October of 1964, and had the .22 caliber rifle on a bed. Code Beverly was another in a long two (42) years later, Paul Chignell become progressively worse. A struggle ensued with the list of San Francisco Police Officers spoke to retired Lieutenant Michael By his own admission, Junious Poole officers, but he was subdued killed in the line of duty in the late McNeill about that traffic stop. Mi- Poole was angry at receiving the cita- and handcuffed and led out of the 1960s and early 1970s. chael had entered the SFPD in March tion, and wanted to get even with the building where scores of San Francisco This was another unprovoked at- of 1971, and retired in 1998. He re- officers. So he drove over to Dolores Police officers had surrounded the tack on an officer solely because he membered distinctly the aftermath of Park at 8:00 am the same morning building. wore the blue uniform. But Code the citation like it was yesterday. He and parked his car, opened the trunk The Aftermath Beverly is not forgotten, even 42 years and loaded his .22 caliber rifle that he recalled that after driving away, the At 10:20 am, the legendary Inspec- later. The Officer Down Memorial Page had bought from a pawnshop. He then 20-year old Poole came back around tors Gus Coreris and Bill Armstrong proudly displays remembrances from drove back to the Mission and Valencia the block and gazed at the officers with and Deputy District Attorney Charles friends and family with many from Streets area looking for the officers a “mean look” before leaving the area. Breyer, now a Federal Judge, interro- recent months. Officers who worked who cited him. Poole spotted Sergeant gated Junious Poole. They skillfully with Code and knew of him often Sergeant Beverly Remembered Beverly and Officer Bailey walking elicited a full confession and were able remark about his warmth, knowledge, north on Valencia on to trace all the movements of Poole and strength of character. God Bless the east sidewalk at 20th throughout the morning. Poole was Code W. Beverly, Jr. Street. Poole didn’t care which officers he found. He wanted revenge for receiving the traffic cita- Vince Sheehan has Added the Power of RE/MAX! tion. In his confession to Inspectors Gus Core- Vince Sheehan Real Estate is Now RE/MAX Vision ris and Bill Armstrong Search San Francisco, Marin and Sonoma County MLS listings at of the Homicide Unit, The murder scene, 20th and Valencia Streets he said, “I just tightened SFsFinest.com MarinsFinest.com SonomasFinest.com Sergeant Code Beverly was 32 years up man, and couldn’t take it.” old and had entered the San Francisco Poole double-parked his car adja- cent to the officers, got out of the car Police Department on June 16, 1965. with the rifle and opened fire on Bev- He had a wife and two young daugh- erly and Bailey. Beverly was hit in the ters. Recently promoted to sergeant, chest and abdomen and went down he was walking the beat on Valencia mortally wounded. Bailey was struck Vince Sheehan, Broker Kathy Sullivan, Realtor Street near 20th Street with Officer in the hip but returned fire empty- (SFPD Member 1981–90) (Retired/MTA 1981-2010) James Bailey. Beverly had previously Call (415) 302-2500 Call (707) 799-2493 ing his revolver. Poole ducked be- served with distinction in the Canine Page 12 POA Journal April 2014 Former Members of the San Francisco Police Department North Bay Retired Cop Luncheon Bi-Annual Luncheon (April/October) The Villa Restaurant in Santa Rosa 3901 Montgomery Drive (707) 528-7755 www.thevillarestaurant.com (Directions on Website) Thursday April 24, 2014 Doors/Bar open 11:30 am • Lunch 12:30 pm Choice of Sole Dore / Chicken Parmigiana / Meat Ravioli w/ Sauce or Cheese Tortellini includes Salad, Coffee, Tea (Tax and Tip) $20.00 Raffle, Door Prize & short speech(s) Further Info Randy Kocher [email protected] Steve Bosshard [email protected] We need an accurate count for the staff of the Villa so please let us know if you will attend and your choice of meal at least 3 days in advance via Please Join us to Honor email or phone to: Steve Bosshard [email protected] or 707 480-9495 Captain Mike “Bugsy” Moran Please Do Not RSVP For over 31 years of service Mickey or Randy or Rene or Larry or Maggie but Steve!!! Wednesday, April 23 To all the women who have worn the star……..you’re invited: San Francisco Italian Athletic Club 1630 Stockton Street, San Francisco An Evening to Celebrate No Host Cocktails: 5:30 pm Dinner: 7:00 pm ~ Menu ~ the Women of the SFPD Insalata del Campo, Italian Antipasto, Penne Bolognese ~ Main Course ~ Tuesday, May 13, 2014 New Strip Au Jus / Pollo al Forno / Filet of Salmon Served with roasted potatoes and sautéed vegetables City Forest Lodge *Vegetarian Options Available 254 Laguna Honda Blvd $65.00 / Per Person 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm Please make check out to Ed Yu with entrée selection and mail to Lt. Ed Yu, 415-971-0903 @ Central Police Station Appetizers - Open Bar - Buffet Dinner - Dessert 766 Vallejo Street, San Francisco, CA 94133 Parking included (next door church parking lot) No Later than Tuesday, April 15th Price: $50.00 Or Contact All women of the SFPD, active, former and retired are invited to Chief’s Office: Rowena Carr 415-819-2294 share in this evening. Please get out those Academy pictures and Co. B: Darren Nocetti 415-725-0825 other action shots to share, and maybe we can put together a slide Co. C: Valerie Matthews 415-671-2300 show! Co. D: Brian Philpott 415-793-4558 Please reach out to any SFPD women you know, and invite them to Co. E: Matt Faliano 415-425-7554 Co. F: Alan Callaway 415-328-3283 join you for this historic evening of fun, stories and friendship. Co. G: Damon Keeve 415-260-9258 For tickets and/or more information: Co. H: Noah Mallinger 650-245-0613 Marta McDowell Backgrounds (415)-218-5455 Co. I: Bud Clinton 415-672-0216 Kate Bartel Co. E (415)-305-2701 Co. J: Mike Lee 415-385-6435 Josey Russell Co. B (650)-504-2785 Tactical: Dino Zografos 415-613-0634 Mary Stasko Retired!!! (415)-307-7760 Investigations: Kevin Murray 650-270-9138 Airport: Gaetano Caltagirone 415-652-3548

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Join us in celebrating the Retired San Francisco Police retirement of solos: Officers’ Lunch The second Peninsula Retired San Francisco Police Officers’ lunch will be held onWednesday, May 14, 2014 (11:30 AM) at the Basque Cultural Center located at 599 Railroad Avenue, South San Francisco. Please join us for a lunch of Salmon with Champagne Sauce or Breast of Chicken Chasseur served with bread/butter, vegetables, rice and a dessert of ice cream or sorbet. The cost per person will be $24, which includes tax and tip, which will be collected at the door. There will also be a non-hosted bar available for beverages. Please RSVP by May 6th with your entrée choice to John Tursi at JOE ROBLES • TOM KING • DAVE GOFF (415) 850-6862 or John Bisordi at (415) 699-4445 or by email at [email protected].

Thursday, April 24, 2014 Cocktails: 6 pm / Dinner: 7 pm Lt. Dave Smith’s SF Italian Athletic Club 1630 Stockton Street “Associate with men of good quality Retirement Party Choice of NY Strip, Salmon or Roast Chicken if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone + $60 per person than in bad company.” To Celebrate 30 Years of Service Checks payable to Steve Landi — George Washington Contact: Steve Landi 415-509-1424 Thursday June 5, 2014 or Andy Castro 415-850-7848 San Francisco Italian Athletic Club 1630 Stockton Street, San Francisco Sgt. Eddie “Money” Cheung No Host Cocktails 5:30 – Dinner 7:00 Menu #960 Insalata del Campo * Italian Antipasto * Penne Bolognese Main Course New York Strip Au Jus / Pollo al Forno / Filet of Salmon Saturday, May 10, 2014 Served with roasted potatoes & sautéed vegetables Coffee and Desert Vegetarian Options Available $65.00/Per Person Please make checks payable to Rose Smith

Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 22, 2014 to: HARDING PARK FCU/SVU Rose Smith 707-293-4350 99 Harding Rd, San Francisco Chief Office Maria Oropeza 415-553-1919 Police Comm Risa Tom 415-553-1667 6-7 pm Hosted Bar 7:00 pm Dinner Co. A Dominic Panina 415-860-6142 Co. B Josey Russell 45-504-2785 Choice of entrée: steak, chicken, or fish Co. C Maureen Barron 415-328-1510 $75 per person Co. D Maria Ciriaco 415-328-1510 Co. E Tony Manfreda 415-614-3400 Limited Seating - RSVP by May 5, 2014 Co. F Ryan Crickett 415-638-0300 Co. I Rich Struckman 415-850-625 Contacts: Co. K William Murray 415-553-1927 Bobby Cheung, Airport 415-699-9982 Airport Al Pardini 650-821-7026 Tina To, Co. A 415-470-8550 SVU Candy Hilder 415-553-7931 Please make checks payable to Bobby Cheung Tactical Jerry DeFilippo 415-850-6711 Indicate entrée selection on your check Page 14 POA Journal April 2014

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Falzons to the Rescue Santa Cruz Deputy Sheriff’s Associa- A letter to the Falzons from Brian Dear SFPOA — tion had been assisting with housing Lande - Santa Cruz S.O. Does anyone else find it interest- Having retired over ten years ago, I costs, but they are a small organiza- ing that when our members get noted that once we retire from the SFPD, tion and as we all know, San Fran- Dear Frank and Donna — indicted, all of the City powers-that- other than the monthly “POA Journal” cisco housing prices are some of the A few weeks ago my life with be treat allegation as conviction, we are pretty much Red-headed Step highest in the Nation. Melissa unexpectedly flew asunder. yet when State Senator Leland Yee Children (No offense “Carrot-Tops”) I put-out a Grim Reaper bulletin I have been lucky enough to have gets indicted, Mayor Lee says “What when it comes to being in the informa- with the POA’s request and within a wife who is well loved by a large flashes in my mind is he’s dedicated tional loop. —RL two days I received a letter from community of friends and family, to public service, and I hate see- Former partners were passing- retired Homicide Inspector Frank many of whom have been able to ing that situation occur.” (SFGate, away without our notice and our Falzon. Frank and his wife Donna render aid to us. I have also been 3/26/14) semi-annual “Old Fogies Luncheons” have a newly renovated 2 bedroom fortunate to have total strangers, Scott Edwards were pretty-much the primary condo on Lombard Street that had such as yourselves, enter our lives Mission Station POA Rep source of any news at all, be it good just become vacant, and Frank told after they took the time to learn or bad. me he would offer it to the Lande about Melissa and our baby boy, and Dear SPOA — Several years ago I took it upon family FREE OF CHARGE for as long who were compassionate enough to If you haven’t had a chance to myself to put-out the word using Al and Mrs. Lande was hospitalized. I intervene in our lives in very special read this article, please do. Accord- Gore’s internet when anything of immediately passed this unbeliev- ways. ing to Forbes Magazine the Giants interest came to my attention that ably generous offer on to the web- I cannot express in words how are now worth a billion dollars along I figured might be of interest to the master for the Lande’s website and much your generosity is affecting with 4 other major league baseball Cops & Assistant District Attorneys within 24 hours had a response back my life and making it possible for teams. who no-longer have to report to from Brian accepting the Falzon’s me to be here with my wife. With all It indicates that the Giants made work every day, and are now scat- offer, and the two families were put the uncertainty I am feeling about $316 Million in revenue with $53.3 tered about the Country in blessed in contact with each other to finalize being, at least temporarily, a single million going to operating expenses. retirement. the details! father, the mere fact of having a That being said, I hope that the This site has informally become I’m not sure what a “view” con- place to bring a baby back to, in an Giants can pay for more officers this “The Grim Reaper Report” with over dominium on upper Lombard Street unfamiliar city far from home, is a season and not expect us to deplete one-thousand active & retired LEO’s would rent for, but suffice it to say gift of unimaginable importance to our resources (by detailing officers) & ADA’s on the list. I take pains monthly rent is probably what a me. and leave the city vulnerable for a to eschew politics and just put-out Santa Cruz Deputy Sheriff would net Your home is beautiful, comfort- baseball game when they clearly requests for assistance, members monthly! able, and perfect for our little one have the means to pay for keeping passing and other notes that I think I’ve known Frank Falzon for 30+ and I to bond and get on our feet. the fans safe. might be helpful to people who years — not really personally, but My in-laws and I are just settling Matt Lobre no longer gather around the water professionally — as a highly revered in and unpacking kitchenware and Northern Station POA Rep cooler. investigator and general “nice guy”, groceries. The first of the baby equip- http://blog.sf- Last week I received an SFPOA and Frank and Donna’s offer to the ment has landed, a pack n’ play, gate.com/john- bulletin from an anonymous donor Lande family left me speechless and with bottles, diapers, and more close shea/2014/03/26/ asking for a “10-25” for Santa Cruz so very proud to have worn the same behind. I am expecting that our son forbes-sf-giants- Deputy Sheriff Brian Lande. uniform as Frank, although never will arrive in about 7 weeks. The oakland-as-are- Deputy Lande’s wife of less than in the same league as him in terms doctors would like to get our baby filthy-rich-check- one year is pregnant with the cou- of investigative ability and positive boy to 36 weeks before bringing these-num- ple’s first child and was diagnosed reputation. him to us. Then our baby boy, who bers/#21888101=0 with a massive (benign) brain tumor. I would hope that all of you Melissa has wanted to name West Dear POA Executive Board Surgery for that tumor left Brian’s include the Lande Family in your Nathaniel Lande, will spend some There are no words that could wife in a coma and in grave condi- prayers this evening, and also thank time at the NICU at UCSF. A couple adequately describe the thanks I feel tion at UCSF hospital. The crux of the Good Lord that he put people of weeks after West is born he will for everything the POA has done for the POA bulletin was a request for like the Falzons on this earth. come back with me to your apart- me in this time of need. housing in the San Francisco area for Rene LaPrevotte ment and I will try to get started be- I am a son, brother, husband the Lande family during their daily Co. K Solo M/C’s retired ing a dad, continuing to work with and father. I know that as all these vigil at UCSF. Up to this point the the pediatricians at UCSF, and giving West time, everyday, to be with his things, it is my duty above all oth- mother. ers to protect, comfort and provide I look forward to the opportunity for my family and loved ones. In to thank both of you, in person, for my time of need when I was laying your generosity and compassion and, in the ICU, incapable of providing indeed, I am sorry I have not been for my family, the POA took care of able to thank you already. my family in ways I never thought From the bottom of my heart, possible. When I learned what the thank you. POA had done for my family, I was I wish you safe travels on your overwhelmed by the selfless act of vacation, kindness towards the family of one Brian of its members. I continue to be im- pressed and deeply thankful for the Dear SFPOA Members — generosity and kindness of the entire “Innocent until proven guilty” POA executive board. doesn’t seem to have any real-life What I can say is that from the bearing on a City paycheck. bottom of my heart I will always be While I’m not privy to actual guilt indebted to you for showing compas- or innocence, the fact that fam- sion, love and comfort to my family ily bread-winners are now without at a time when I was incapable of income because of heretofore un- providing for them. proven allegations leaves me feeling My Deepest Thanks, — “Crap, that could have been me”! Adam Shaw Luckily, most of my (alleged) transgressions occurred (If in-fact Dear POA — they did) before a fellow called I just wanted to “Thank” you Adachi morphed from Defender of and your members of the SF Police the Downtrodden, to their prosecu- Officers’ Association for your/their tor. Also, we have a state congress- support of Chief Alexander and his man under Federal indictment, a family. Chief Alexander said that the State Senator busted by the FBI for Marines’ Memorial Hotel was a beau- gun violations, and one convicted of tiful hotel and a wonderful place to seven felonies that are still collecting stay. He and his wife enjoyed their state paychecks! stay considering their circumstances. Your choice, but I’m sending a Chief Alexander made it through these suspended cops a check... his second chemo treatment but he Rene LaPrevotte has the “battle of his life” ahead of Retired SFPD him. So knowing that people, who April 2014 POA Journal Page 15 POA Mail SFPD Retirees Support Nevada did not even know him, were so Dear SPOA — willing to help he and his family, Thank you for the beautiful bou- County Emergency Services well that was just overwhelming but quet of flowers. They cheered me up comforting to him. to no end, and they really bright- I know that Chris and Alan would ened up the room! I am on the road love to thank you all in person but to recovery now. they cannot right now. So please ex- Thank you. cept my so sincerest “Thank you” for Angelique Marin your most kind and generous hearts. Please keep Chief Alexander and his family in your prayers. Dear POA and Mike Hebel — Thank you again for everything! In the February issue of this news- Respectfully, paper, you stated the Retirement Deborah Burrow Board switched our deferred comp Family Assistance Specialist plan from Great West to Prudential (HRCI Contractor) Insurance for three reasons: 1) Pru- CA Army National Guard dential offered a better website, 2) Prudential would increase city em- Dear SPOA — The above photo shows recently appointed Nevada City Police Chief and ployee participation, and 3) Pruden- On behalf of my mother Kathy retired SFPD Lieutenant Tim Foley (uniformed) posing with Council founder tial had a lower cost structure than and my brother Michael, I would Willard Drown III, retired SFPD Sergeant Bill Gay, and Retired SFPD Officer Frank Great West, and our investments like to express our sincere apprecia- Machi at the annual Nevada County Red Light Ball. The hosting organization would grow faster through reduced tion and thanks for the many kind is the Nevada County Law Enforcement & Fire Protection Council whose mission expenses. condolences offered to the Rainsford is to provide support and assistance to make meaningful contributions and as- I am aware of no investment family after the untimely passing of sistance to local law enforcement and fire service agencies in the county. Since company that has ever marketed my brother John. The many phone 2001, the SFPD retirees have helped the Council collect more than $650,000 their services based upon a superior calls and cards I received offer- in donations. Much of the money raised is used to purchase or upgrade equip- website. Likewise, a financial service ing me and my family kind words ment and supplied to the public safety agencies. of support and strength was truly company increasing their client base comforting. From members of the has no effect on any of our mem- Command Staff to members I have ber’s retirement. worked with at various assignments, Thus, your final justification for members at Taraval Station and the moving to Prudential is their lower George Washington High School staff at the POA I want to convey fund expenses. From the Pruden- my deepest gratitude for all of your tial website and the last Great West Alumni Association support. statement, I have prepared a side- www.sfgwhsalumni.org by-side fee comparison (see below). The POA reached out to me and invites you to our was there for me in my Family’s time Frankly Mike, if members distribute of crisis, thank you for the beauti- their investments equally through ful flowers and the outstanding bag Prudential’s offerings, our fund fees Hall of Merit 2014 Induction Dinner pipes. have actually increased. honoring Thank you to the Traffic Com- Many members have asked me pany who provided an impressive why, during a 17-year period, we escort for my brother. All in atten- have switched between 5 different dance at the funeral including my insurance companies. Unlike our cousins from Chicago and as far as 401k cousins, we have neither SEC Ireland were in awe of the amazing nor Department of Labor oversight precision and skill displayed by these protecting us. Our members rely fine officers. My father, John Francis, solely on you to watch our backs. passed away in 2008 so this is the Moving a $2.4 billion dollar account second time in a short six years that because of an inferior website is like the SFPD, the SFPOA and the Traffic flipping your home because you Company have given tremendous don’t like the drapes. Considering support to me and my family. that there is no apparent reduction I am very proud an honored to be in our fees, perhaps you could shed Allan Seid F’53 member of the SFPD and the SFPOA. some light on why our accounts Richard Corriea ’75 My deepest appreciation and thanks were switched (yet again). SFPD Commander, MD, MA and Diplomate 31-year veteran with a law degree with specialty in Psychiatry, long-time to you all. Lou Barberini, CPA Mission Station and MBA, awarded two Medals of Valor, South Bay Asian community advocate Sincerely, adept at improving training and leader; founder/co-founder of Nick Rainsford and procedures, community builder. many essential service organizations Taraval Station including Pathways and Asian Ameri- cans for Community Involvement

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Juanita arrived for briefing a few minutes early. She slammed the policies manual down on the desk, star- tling Pedro who was playing a game on his phone. “Hey, what is —“ “Why don’t they turn off the heat in here?” Juanita demanded. “Bad news,” replied Pedro with a EVOC: smirk. “The heat is off.” Juanita raised her voice, “Geeze Changes to DGO 5.05 sometimes I hate this place. Is this a heat stroke contest?” By Officer Joe Zamagni Jr. not continue to pursue in any mode. Pedro put his phone down and Sergeant Tad Yamaguchi Any pursuit that goes the wrong leaned forward in his chair. “All right way on the freeway SHALL be dis- Juanita, what is the problem? It is no DGO 5.05 was revised on May 22nd, continued immediately. Units not hotter in here today than –“ 2013 and took effect on June 26, 2013. assigned to the pursuit shall not re- Juanita clenched her jaw. “I can’t do Here is a summation of the changes spond Code 3 to the area nor parallel this, ok? This job sucks!” Dr. Anne Bisek, Psy.D. that took place along with some of the a pursuit. Officers are not permitted to “Sure sometimes it does and –” in this world that cannot be made relevant emergency driving policies initiate or join a pursuit if they have “I don’t want to see one more blue worse by drinking. When I realized that come up frequently. civilian passengers in their vehicle baby, one more gate open to the back that beer made the nightmares last Our policy states that at all times including a ride-along, media, witness, yard pool.” longer, that I had put on weight and members SHALL drive with due re- or a suspect. Unmarked police cars (no “Ok, I – was tired all of the time, I had to get “I don’t want to hear one more gard (21056 CVC) for the safety of all red lights or siren) and police wagons help.” mother scream or do CPR one more persons. An officer may respond Code shall not be involved in a pursuit. “You? I can’t believe it. Where did time! 3 wåhen an emergency response ap- Members involved in a pursuit you get help?” “Yeah sometimes —” pears reasonably necessary to prevent must always use due regard for traffic Pedro smiled proudly. “At a first re- Juanita continued, “Tell me Pedro, serious injury to persons, whether or conditions (21056 CVC) and insure sponder meeting. There are several in how does a 16 year old drop dead on not a criminal offense is involved. Of- the safety of the public. If at any time the bay area. Any first responder who the basket ball court?” ficers shall broadcast the start location an officer loses radio contact with wants to stop drinking can go. Not for “Hey Juanita we all feel that way the general public.” of their response. Supervisors shall dispatch, a passenger in the pursuing sometimes. But you are an experi- Juanita looked curious, “What if continually evaluate the need for the vehicle or secondary vehicle may use enced —” alcohol isn’t the main problem?” Code 3 response. If a supervisor feels their cellular phone to give updates. Juanita shook her finger at him, “Do “Oh you would still feel comfortable the risks to public safety appears un- DGO 5.05 does not forbid an officer you know what experienced means? It reasonable, the supervisor shall order from using their vehicle as a tactical means you have seen a lot of s@*%. there if drinking isn’t your issue. First That’s what it means!” Juanita paused responders also want to talk about the emergency response terminated. tool to block a STATIONARY suspect to catch her breath. the divorce, or ways to manage criti- The definition of a vehicle pursuit is vehicle to prevent escape, when fol- “Hey, why don’t we take a walk cal incident stress. By the way, there an attempt by an officer, in an emer- lowing conditions exist: there is out —” is no need to speak – I got a lot out of reasonable suspicion that the suspect “And be late for briefing? I don’t —” listening to others.” was involved in a violent felony, the “Hey, LT is stuck out there so we Juanita lowered her voice, “Which vehicle has come to a stop at the end meeting would you suggest I go to have five. Come on.” of a pursuit, and substantial risk to the given my rotating shift?” “Sorry Pedro,” Juanita followed public exists, if the operator is allowed “You have a lot to choose from him. “I don’t mean to go off on you the opportunity to flee. Juanita — which day of the week? but I figured you being on the peer Deflecting is an authorized tech- support team that you would listen; Sunday the meeting is in Santa nique, when an officer has a reason- but you better not tell anyone about Rosa, and you could call Margie A. able basis to believe that substantial this.” Monday there are three; San Fran- risk exists that the suspect will cause “Copy that. How many days have cisco’s meeting is run by Art H. The you been on?” others are in Arcadia and Long Beach. imminent death or serious bodily in- gency vehicle, to stop a moving motor “Nine days; one eight year old hit Tuesday night there are three meet- jury to the public or officers unless this by a car; one seven year old pushed ings. In Union City you have Frank S. vehicle, when the operator of the mov- tactic is used. An entry into the Use of out of a sixth floor apartment; one In La Mesa we have Joe A.; in Fairfield ing vehicle is attempting to avoid cap- Force log must be made for any use of five year old whose mother fed him you call Matt B. ture either by using willfully evasive deflection tactics. Deflecting incidents rat poisoning; one four year old who There are two on Wednesday nights; tactics, such as high-speed driving, or will be reviewed by the department as died in that arson fire and a partridge contact Rick C. for the meeting in San driving in a legal manner, but willfully a USE OF DEADLY FORCE. in a f@#*%#%@ pear tree!” Rafael. If you are traveling south, failing to yield. The officer’s initial “I got it, I got it,” Pedro nodded. check out the Wednesday meeting in broadcast for a pursuit shall include “You have done this work, how did Orange County. Grab some pancakes the unit designator and the reason afterward; the meeting is behind an you get through it?” Juanita asked for the pursuit. The officer shall then IHOP. sincerely. broadcast their location, direction of “Lots of ways really. I like to play Thursday night there are three. travel, speed of the pursuit, and keep basketball with my neighbors who In Livermore Ed C. and Dave are the this information constantly updated are not in law enforcement or go fly- contact people. Another one is in San over the radio. If a supervisor does fishing. Sometimes bringing coffee Bernardino. Oh, I just remembered, to the dispatchers gets me out of my the San Francisco meeting with Art H. not receive this information within a own head a bit. I keep the big picture is also on Thursday mornings. reasonable amount of time, the pursuit in mind. These things happen to “Wow, I had no idea! Hey, there will be cancelled. At the termination kids and it is our job to find out what is LT. Looks like briefing is starting, of all pursuits a CHP 187A form shall Please remember that EVOC has happened and who did it. There is a Juanita noticed. “Thanks a lot Pedro, be completed by a supervisor and at- classes monthly. These classes are open difference between what I can and and I am really sorry about before.” tached to the report. to every member of all ranks and are cannot change. I look for some good “You don’t have to apologize. Pedro Any officer joining a pursuit SHALL not just for re-entry and DABOR. It is a that could come out of it, or what I can smiled as they headed into the briefing notify dispatch of their response great opportunity to come out to Pier learn for next time.” room to start the shift. unless extraordinary circumstances 96 and work on and maintain your Any first responder (sworn or un- Juanita’s eyes watered slightly. exist, which would not allow them driving skills. You will get instruction “What if that doesn’t work?” sworn) will be among friends at these to request supervisory approval. The in the classroom which includes legal “Well, sometimes it doesn’t. Then I meetings. It isn’t necessary to speak or vehicle’s red light and siren shall be updates, useful current videos, and a try something else. When it hurts to focus on substance abuse. do this job, I don’t stuff my feelings. I used at all times during the entire review of current policies. You will talk to people I trust. We all need peer Anne Bisek is a licensed clinical psy- vehicle pursuit. If a supervisor gives also get 2 days of driving at both high support sometimes and so I ask for it.” chologist practicing in Fremont. Pedro is an order to terminate a pursuit, the and low speeds. If you have not been “And if that doesn’t work, buy a six- a fictional character, but the meetings pursuing officers SHALL acknowledge to EVOC in a while please check with pack?” laughed Juanita. are real; for more information call 510- the broadcast over the radio and give a your unit training coordinator to sign “Believe me, there is not a problem 797-4911. termination location. The officers shall up for the class. April 2014 POA Journal Page 17 Focus on the Airport Bureau

Airport Bureau Receives First POST-Certified Bicycle Training By Val Kirwan and 12th. Twenty Officers assigned to The majority of officers assigned to Hodgin from the city, and to Off. Greg SFPOA Sergeant at Arms the Airport Bureau Patrol participated the Airport utilize bicycle patrols both Huie, AFOB Training Coordinator.) in the class. The course included cy- inside and outside the terminals on Special thanks to Off. Rey Serrano The first 3-day POST-certified -Bi cling throughout the terminals, ticket- a daily basis. Many thanks to all the who facilitated greatly in organizing cycle Patrol Course to be conducted ing areas, checkpoints, baggage claims instructors (Sgt. Dorgan, Sgt. Cueba, the training. at the San Francisco International areas, moving walkways, escalators Off. A. Garrett, Off. D. Brandt, Off. Airport was held on March 10th, 11th, and obstacles setup by the instructors. P. Robinson, Off. R. Preston, Off. S. Welcome Back Reserve Officer Stewart Ng #1055 ON THE FRONT LINE

You’re on the front line every day. We stand with you—protecting and defending your rights.

By David Lazar-Training Division up before returning to the station to From contract negotiations and enforcement, employment write them all. litigation, defense of criminal or internal investigations and Thanks to Chief Suhr and Deputy On February 24, 2014, Reserve Offi- discipline to protection of pension and retirement benefits, our Chief Shinn, Retired Officer Stewart cer Stewart Ng was sworn in as the De- Ng has returned to the Department partment’s 22nd Active Reserve Officer. team has the experience and insight needed to tackle the issues as Reserve Officer Stewart Ng. “Stu”, The program is currently supervised public sector employees and their associations face every day. as we all know him, had a tremendous by Lieutenant David O’Connor and career with the Department, being Sergeant Maricela Sainez. Officer Jeff Given all the challenges you encounter, defending your rights appointed on January 23, 1978, and Smethurst serves at the Program Coor- should not be one of them. With CBM, you’ve got the right legal retiring on February 5, 2013, serving dinator. Reserve Officer Ng is now re- team on your side. over 35 years. I have known Stu since quired to volunteer 20 hours a month I was kid. His wife Brenda and my as a member of the program, which Mother worked together in Commu- includes a meeting at the Academy on nications. I also had the good fortune the 1st Saturday of the month. Reserve of having Stu as my 3rd phase FTO at Officer Ng is loved by the Chinatown Central Station in 1992. Stu taught me Community, and thanks to Captain www.cbmlaw.com the value in working hard, the impor- Tom, he will have an opportunity to tance of helping people and serving volunteer the majority of his hours in SAN FRANCISCO | 415-989-5900 the community, and how it is really Chinatown, back on the beat! SACRAMENTO | 916-446-5297 possible to have five reports stacked LOS ANGELES | 213-833-4500 Page 18 POA Journal April 2014

How many years were you in law POA Survey Results enforcement at another loction? By Mike Nevin, POA Secretary 0-5 Answer Choices Responses 0-5 36.97% 139 In early March the POA conducted an online membership survey. This idea 6-10 6-10 8.51% 32 was first brought to the attention of the Executive Board during the election. It seemed like a good way to get valuable feedback from the members to determine 11-15 11-15 0.80% 3 how the POA is doing and how the POA can better serve the membership. I 16-20 0.80% 3 16-20 want to thank our web designer, Erika Jones-Clary, and POA office manager, 20+ 0% 0 Cyndee Bates, for their assistance in helping put this together. We will conduct 20+ N/A 52.93% 199 other surveys in the future. Total 376 The general comments will not be published in this forum but the executive N/A board and your representatives on the board of directors have reviewed them. 050 100 150 200 This open-ended feedback is important. The answers to these survey questions are provided in detail but here are some of the highlights: • 381 members participated with the Airport and Northern leading the way. • 28% of the respondents had 20+ years of experience. A vast majority had The POA board meetings are on the 3rd 6+ years. Wednesday of each month. Would you be • Just under half had outside SFPD experience. willing to attend a general membership • Approximately 80% would attend a general membership meeting. meeting if it were held at a venue that could • Most receive POA information from Journal, Station Representative, and e-mail. accommodate a large group of members? • Most prefer e-mail for information. [Note: many members still have no Answer Choices Responses e-mail on file.] Yes • The POA Journal was quite popular with 78% reading it monthly and 73% Yes 79.21% 301 satisfied with it. No 20.79% 79 • While only 25% needed POA defense representation in past 18 months, Total 380 84% were satisfied. No • “Other” representation was needed by only 22% in past 2 years but 81% were satisfied. 050 100 150 200 250 300 350 • When ranking what’s important—Benefits, Working Conditions and Legal Defense top the list. If Yes, when would you prefer to attend?

Day What is your current station assignment? Answer Choices Responses Day 32.43% 108 Afternoon 33.33% 111 Answer Choices Responses Afternoon Admin / Hdqtrs Doesn’t Matter 34.23% 114 Bureau Admin/Hdqtrs Bureau 10% 38 Total 333 Airport Bureau Airport Bureau 14.74% 56 Doesn’t Bayview Station Bayview Station 5.79% 22 Matter Central Station Central Station 7.37% 28 020406080100 120 Ingleside Station Ingleside Station 5.79% 22 Investigations Bureau Investigations Bureau 9.21% 35 Mission Station Mission Station 7.63 % 29 Northern Station Northern Station 12.37% 47 Park Station Park Station 2.37% 9 Richmond Station Richmond Station 3.95% 15 How do you currently receive Southern Station Southern Station 6.32% 24 Tactical Division Tactical Division 2.89% 11 POA-related information? Taraval Station Taraval Station 4.74% 18 Choose from one or more of the following:

Tenderloin Station Tenderloin Station 4.47% 17 Traffic Division 2.37% 9 Traffic Division Station/Unit 0102030405060 Total 380 Representative

Journal

POA website

How many years from “date of hire” POA bulletin have you been with the SFPD?

0-2 I do not Answer Choices Responses receive… 0-2 5.25% 20 3-5 050 100 150 200 250 3-5 4.20% 16 6-10 22.05% 84 6-10 11-15 18.64% 71 Answer Choices Responses 16-20 21.78% 83 11-15 Station/Unit representative 63.68% 242 20+ 28.08% 107 Journal 64.21% 244 Total 381 POA website 21.32% 81 16-20 POA bulletin 28.68% 109 Email 60% 228 20+ I do not receive information on a regular basis .58% 25 020406080 100 120 Total Respondents: 380 April 2014 POA Journal Page 19 How would you prefer to receive Have you requested other POA representation information from the POA? from the POA in the past 24 months?

Station/Unit Answer Choices Responses representative Yes Journal Yes 22.07% 83 POA Website No 77.93% 293 Social Media Total 376 POA Bulletin

E-mail No Other 050 100 150 200 250300 050 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 Works the Works I might I wouldn’t Total Average best for okay for see it see it Rating me me Station/Unit 49.28% 28.37% 14.04% 8.31% representative 172 99 49 29 349 1.81 Were you satisfied with your representation? Journal 32.12% 45.15% 20.91% 1.82% 106 149 69 6 330 1.92 POA Website 15.76% 31.51% 36.01% 16.72% 49 98 112 52 311 2.54 Answer Choices Responses Social Media 9.69% 14.53% 27.68 % 48.10% Yes 28 42 80 139 289 3.14 Yes 80.77% 105 POA Bulletin 19.93% 40.86% 32.56% 6.64% No 19.23% 25 60 123 98 20 301 2.26 Total 130 E-mail 70.22% 22.47% 5.62% 1.69% 250 80 20 6 356 1.39 No Other 8.22% 9.595 24.66% 57.53 % 6 7 18 42 73 3.32 020406080100 120

How often do you read the Rank the following POA Journal either in print or online?

Monthly Very Important Somewhat Not Total Average Important Important Important Rating Benefits 89.68% 10.32% 0% 0% Answer Choices Responses Occasionally 339 39 0 0 378 1.10 Monthly 77.84 % 295 Community 17.02 % 48.94% 30.05% 3.99% Occasionally 17.94 % 68 relations 64 184 113 15 376 2.21 Rarely Rarely 3.69% 14 Working 74.60 % 24.07% 1.32% 0% Never 0.53% 2 Conditions 282 91 5 0 378 1.27 Total 379 Department 34.32% 47.99 % 16.09% 1.61% Never relations 128 179 60 6 373 1.85 Legal 68% 27.20 % 4.53% 0.27% 050 100 150 200 250 300 Defense 255 102 17 1 375 1.37 Political 19.25% 48.66% 24.60% 7.49 % Do you feel the POA Journal provides enough relations 72 182 92 28 374 2.20 news about the POA and the SFPD? Higher 54.76% 33.33% 10.58% 1.32% Wages 207 126 40 5 378 1.58 Yes Answer Choices Responses Yes 72.56% 275 Very Important rating No 24.27% 92 No N/A 3.17% 12 Benefits Total 379

N/A Community 050 100 150 200 250 300 relations Have you requested POA defense representation in the past 18 months? Working conditions

Yes Answer Choices Responses Yes 25.13% 95 Department relations No 74.87% 283 Total 378 No Legal Defense

050 100 150 200 250 300

Political Were you satisfied with your representation? relations

Answer Choices Responses Yes Higher wages Yes 84.03% 121 No 15.97% 23 Total 144 050 100 150 200 250 300 350

0306090 120 150 Page 20 POA Journal April 2014 Basketball Round-Up

Longtime rivals Erick Solares and Brian Guiney Northern Champs!

MVP Mike Tursi leading the Bulldogs Bayview Pit Bulls

Pre Game Handshakes Must have some toughness for this league Photos courtesy of Tony Carasco, Co. H 14 SFPOA BASK 13-20 ETBA 20 LL 1 Northern (9-1) Southern (6-3) 2

Northern Southern Wed. 3/5 9:15 am 8 Bye Mission (3-7) 7 Northern Mon 3/10 10:15 am Northern Mon 3/10 9:15 am Championship Game 3/12 4 Ingleside (4-4) 10:15 am Central (6-3) 3 Bayview Wed. 3/15 10:15 am Ingleside Bayview Tues. 3/4 10:15 am

5 Task Force (5-5) Bayview4(5-5) 6 Opening Tip

By Commissioner Steve Coleman the first half, but only trailed 26-16. In like every shot they threw up found scoring buckets. Chew and Murray Bayview Station the second half, a more intense and the bottom of the net. Kevin Nestor wouldn’t be stopped, and tried to will physical Bayview team took the floor. connected on two back to back three their teams to victory. Task Force was First Round Playoffs in Review Craig Perry led the Pit Bulls by hitting pointers which gave the Bee’s the lead able to get the ball to Ruben Reyes #6 Bayview 38, #3 Central key free throws down the stretch. Both for good. Mission captain Craig Tiffe and Charles Atakara in the post, who 36 (overtime) teams had chances to win it in the had a chance to tie the game at the were able to score. Ingleside hit three Central jumped out to a quick closing moments of regulation and buzzer, but the shot just missed to al- straight three pointers to take the 8-0 run to start the game behind big overtime, but Bayview edged out a low the Bee’s to advance. lead, and held off Task Force the rest men Ken Weems and Azarius Castro. close one over the Diners. of the game. Central used their size advantage and #4 Ingleside 42 , #5 Task Force 37 dominated the glass, not allowing the #2 Southern 32, #7 Mission29 Task Force and Ingleside traded bas- Semi-Finals in Review Pit Bulls to have any second chance In another close game, the Southern kets through the first twenty minutes Bayview 43, Southern shots. Mike “Bugsy” Moran was Bee’s and Mission Diablos each went of the game, and the halftime score (double overtime) scrambling all over the court, twice on separate ten point runs. Mission was a tight 17-15. The second half For the second straight playoff diving for loose balls so the Diners had a ten point advantage with only started the same as the first, with Nate game, Bayview had difficulty dealing would maintain possession of the ball. ten minutes left in the game, but Chew of Ingleside and Kevin Mur- with the opposing teams size. South- Bayview had no answer for Central in Southern heated up and it seemed ray of Task Force setting the tempo continued on next page April 2014 POA Journal Page 21

field is a mini version of a real major member of the department who left league ball park either present or past. quite a legacy. He joined the depart- Nick’s Notes We had games at Angels Field (Ana- ment in February of 1991, and retired By Nick Shihadeh, heim), the Polo Grounds (New York), due to a disability in August of 2007. Journal Sports Editor and Detroit’s Tiger Stadium just to He always represented the department name a few. Those stadiums were ok in the highest order, and was very Softball News to play in but what we really wanted proud to be a San Francisco Police- was to play at Wrigley Field or Fenway; man. He was a very popular member HECK IT OUT: The department unfortunately, we didn’t go far enough of Mission Station where he served softball league has officially into the tournament to earn a game the majority of his career in a plain- started but not many games C there. Oh well; next time. Otherwise, clothes capacity working with Adriano have been played at the writing of this it was good to get this tourney under Castro and Mario Molina. Gary always column due to the rainouts in week our belts and we will continue compet- wanted to get the bad guys, and more two along with forfeits/reschedules by ing to prepare for either the Western often than not he did. Family mem- teams who can’t seem to get their acts States Police/Fire Games this summer bers and friends always speak very together. Let’s hope that as the sea- or the World Police/Fire Games also kindly of Gary, reminiscing how he son gets into the midway point(next this summer. was always the life of the party. Gary month) that I’ll have more to discuss leaves a dear and loving wife and two along with posting standings etc. Honoring Gary Hazelhofer sons, Jack and Daniel of whom he was I can tell you that the SF Seals that The 3rd Annual Hazey Golf Tourney tremendously proud. It goes without represents the SFPD outside of the de- Scafani, and rising star Pat Cum- in the memory of SFPD OfficerGary saying that Gary will be truly missed. partment league has it’s act together mins who played very well. I also Hazelhofer (who passed away in late Our thoughts and prayers are with with Mike Alexander running things played that day and had a decent day 2010) is being held on Fri. June 27th Gary and his adoring family. along with Kevin Worrell’s help. The along with everyone else on the club. to help raise money for the further This accompanied the flyer when team went to Manteca on Friday, We weren’t able to advance as far as education of his two sons Jack and it was sent to me recently: March 14th for a one day “police only” we would’ve liked in the tourney but Daniel (see golf flyer in this sports “As far as the special day planned, tournament where four games were represented the department well; es- section). For those of you who didn’t this accompanied the tournament guaranteed. pecially Scafani who scalded the ball know Gary, here’s an excerpt from flyer went sent to me: Enjoy a day of The team consisted of: Alexan- all day long at around an .850 clip in Kevin Martin’s “This and That” Jour- golf and fun with Gary’s family and der, Worrell, Nelson Ramos, Glenn batting average. nal column from early 2011: friends to remember a very special Ortega, Chris Olson, Kevin Bruga- The cool part of this event was that “Gary was an outstanding police guy!!! Looking forward to seeing you letta, Ryan Jones, Juan Gala, Aaron it took place at the Field of Dreams officer and a “cop” in the best sense there. ‘Don’t Stop Believin.’ “ This is Fischer, Shawn Phillips, Anthony baseball/softball complex where every of the word. Gary was a very popular definitely a worthy event that many will attend and participate in. If you’re unable to, money can still be donated with a check made out to Hazelhofer Education Fund, c/o Kathy Buckley, 1667 Culpep- per Drive , Petaluma, Ca 94954 Hope to see everyone Mike Alexander at the Kevin Worrell Kevin Brugaletta Chris Olson at the Aaron Fischer also about Nelson Ramos #15 there....that’s all for now, plate in Manteca setting up at about to lean into plate to lean into one at the plate stay well and safe and So the plate. one See Ya next month....

Basketball Round-up SFPD BASKETBALL continued from previous page stopped and they cruised to a 65-50 and current Captain Greg McEachern STANDINGS win. on another championship. ern took a comfortable 29-15 lead into Final 2013-2014 the half. Again, a more intense and Finals Hoops Banquet physical Bayview team took the floor On Wednesday, March 12th, the an- Teams Record GB Northern 59, Bayview 26 in the second half. The game was tied nual basketball banquet took place at Northern 9-1 - For the third straight year, the 40-40 after regulation. In the first Original Joe’s in North Beach. Thanks Northern Bulldogs and Bayview Pit Southern 6-3 2.5 overtime period, neither team scored. to my brother, Kevin Coleman, for or- Bulls squared off in the championship Central 6-3 2.5 Each team was very careful with the ganizing this event. All in attendance game of the SFPOA basketball league. ball, and the pace slowed. In the sec- had a wonderful time. Post season Ingleside 6-4 3 Both teams entered the game confi- ond overtime, Erick Solares scored on awards were given out during dinner. Task Force 5-5 4 dent they would emerge champions. an open layup to put Bayview up by The winners were chosen by the refer- Bayview 4-6 5 This was also the third time this sea- three. With five seconds left, Southerm ees of the league, who watched every son the teams were facing each other. Mission 3-7 6 called timeout to advance the ball to game played. Team captains also have Northern came out strong and ended halfcourt and set up a play in an effort input into the award winners. This the first half up 26-13. Bayview still felt I can’t remember a year being more to tie the game. Garrett Larsen was years awards: they were in the game, coming from competitive, and I’m sad the season’s able to get a contested three point shot MVP — Mike Tursi behind in their previous two playoff over. I encourage everyone reading off which would have tied the game, Hoops Legend Award — games and winning in overtime. The this to come on out next season and but missed and ended the Bee’s season. Mike “Bugsy” Moran Bulldogs crushed any of their hopes play. We had a lot of younger players Rookie of the Year — Northern 65, Ingleside 50 by going inside to the post and hitting who have recently joined the depart- Brent Sullivan This semi-final game started out from long distance. MVP Mike Tursi ment come on out and play this past First Team All SFPD — competitive, with each team trading led the way hitting layups and hitting season. Not only is playing in the Ken Weems baskets. Al Johnson was hot and was three pointers. The Bulldogs played league healthy for you, the relation- Dan Burns connecting from long range. North- great team basketball and had a fan- ships and friendships developed is Kevin Nestor ern’s Tommy Moran was hot also, and tastic season. Congratulations to Brian good for everyone. Thanks to Tony Wil Williams was connecting from NBA range. The Guiney, Tommy Moran, Mike Tursi, Carrasco for coming out and taking Charles Atakara game was relatively close at the half, Brent Sullivan, Justin Rice, Kevin Cole- pictures at the championship game. with the Bulldogs having a twelve man, Mike Horan, Brett McManigal, Final Wrap-up Thanks to Dominic Panina, Marty point advantage 38-26. Northern’s Tim O’Connor, Chris Knight, Keith We’ve concluded another successful Halloran, and Nick Shihadeh for thier high powered offense wouldn’t be Murphy, retired Captain Al Casciato, season of the SFPOA basketball league. support with the league. Page 22 POA Journal April 2014 & Siebert into the three-way tie at Championship at Monterey. We will 65. The U.S.G.A. tie-breaker was ap- open at Del Monte G.C. on April 16th The Loons plied and 5th place went to Tursi & and play Quail Lodge G.C. on the 17th Lutticken. of April. Steve Morimoto took the Long 2013 Season in Review Nest Report Drive contest with a drive of 267 Two Man Championship By Ed Garcia, SFPD Retired yards. Steve used his Taylor R11 driver that he had recently purchased from Roddy Ranch G.C. Coggan-McAMillan 63 Anzore & Kranci Victorious fellow Loon Kitt Crenshaw. Kitt may in Season Opener want that club back!! The four” close Spring Championship at Monterey On February 13th the Loons Nest to the hole” winners were Tim Brophy, Rancho Canada GC, West Course Golf Club opened its 28th season at Steve Wonder, Ed Garcia and Ken Lum. Quail Lodge GC the Oakmont Golf Club, West Course The second place winners were Dave Tony Morales 160 Kranci, Mike Tursi, Ed Anzore and in Santa Rosa. The event was the Two- Summer Golf Classic Man, Best Ball Championship, played Eric Mar. Upon the completion of play the Oakmont G.C., West Course with team net scores. Rain threatened Greg Hampton 76 the day and the Santa Rosa area had Loons went to the 19th hole for awards received 11.2 inches of rain in 48 hours and refreshments. The Anzore & LNGC Club Championship Kranci team accepted their prizes and Paradise Valley GC two days prior to the Loon’s arrival. of 29. Anzore posted natural birdies awards and did brief interviews with Robert Vernengo 75 We found the course in good condi- on the 2nd and 3rd holes, en route to tion with little or no standing water, local North Bay sports writers and an individual score of 36 on the front. signed autographs for a group of kids Memorial Tournament although the sand traps still showed The team of Glenn Mar and son Eric Monarch Bay GC the effect of the heavy storm. On tour- from Ms. Nancy’s Pre-School. As the Mar held 3rd place at the turn, as they Loons were driving home, rain again Greg Kane 78 nament day there was very little wind, fired a front side score of 30 strokes. began to fall, but it was too late to rain Holiday Classic heavy overcast and humid conditions Glenn had birdies on the 3rd, 4th and on the Loon’s parade. San Geronimo GC with temperatures in the upper sixties. 7th holes en route to an individual Our next event will be the Spring Glenn Mar 75 The greens were soft and holding very gross score of 35 on the front nine well and as the sun came out in the holes(one under par). later part of the day it felt like we were Two teams were tied for 4th place at playing in a sauna. the turn. Dave Fontana and his team- The 4th of 5 Hazey The leaders on the front nine holes mate Roy Sullivan had a net team score were Bill Wong and his guest Ray of 31 on the front that was matched Jeung. The Jeung & Wong team posted by Rob Daniele and William “Bert” Invitational Golf Tournament a net team score of 28, eight under Siebert. Two teams posted front side Please join us to honor a great man, par!! Jeung picked up natural birdies scores of 32, John Ferrando and John Gary Hazelhofer, & benefit the Hazelhofer Education Fund on the 6th and 9th holes. Trialing Ferrando, Sr. were matched by John Jeung & Wong was the team of Ed An- Wong and Ken Lum. zore & Dave Kranci with a team score Three teams hovered within strik- Friday, June 27, 2014 ing distance at 33 strokes. Dean Taylor and Matt Hanley were matched by Loons Nest Scoreboard Scott Lutticken and Mike Tursi, as The Presidio Golf Club Two Man, Best Ball well the team of Steve Morimoto and 300 Finley Road San Francisco, CA 94129 Tim Brophy. Championship As play moved onto the back nine 11AM: Check In & Lunch 1:00 pm: Tee Off holes some of the leaders kept a tight Oakmont G.C., West Course grip on themselves while others began 5:30 pm: Cocktails (No Host Bar) 6:30 pm: Dinner Team Net team score to crumble under the pressure. The Anzore & Kranci 61 team of Hanley & Taylor was in trophy Name______contention until the wheels fell off at Wong, B. & Jeung 61 the 15th hole where they scored a team Phone______Email______Mar, E. & Mar, G. 62 bogie, followed by bogies on the 17th Brophy & Morimoto 63 and 18th holes. The Ferrandos stayed Others included in this reservation (must be paid in full to ensure reservation) Lutticken & Tursi 65 in the hunt and finished with a team Foursome Names: Fontana & Sullivan 65 score of 66, leaving them one stroke ______Daniele & Siebert 65 out of the money. 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Both $500 Driving Range Sponsor Wismer & Morales 70 teams finished with outstanding team ❏ $750 Lunch Sponsor Roth & Roche 71 scores of 61. The U.S.G.A. tie-breaker ❏ $1,000 Dinner Sponsor went to Anzore & Kranci, leaving Allario & Wonder 71 ❏ $1,000 Tee Prize Sponsor Wong & Jeung in 2nd place. ❏ $2,500 Tournament Sponsor (includes a foursome) Hanley & Taylor 72 The team of Mar & Mar finished Korte & Duffield 75 the back nine with a smooth score of Mail this form & check made payable to: Hazelhofer Education Fund Kilgariff & Miranda 79 32, giving them 3rd place with a total Kathy Buckley, 1667 Culpepper Drive, Petaluma, CA 94954 net score of 62. Glenn Mar has been Long Drive Champion a hot property lately, as he finished Please send reservations in by June 1, 2014 Stephen Morimoto 267 yards the 2013 season with a victory in the Holiday Classic at San Geronimo. 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San Francisco Police Officers Association Police-Fire 800 Bryant Street, 2nd Floor (415) 861-5060 Post 456 Office Hours M/F 9–4 pm News B March 7, 2014 By Greg Corrales TO: All Members #2014-25 U FROM: Martin Halloran, President “Now from a distance, I look back on what the Corps taught me: To think like L On Wednesday, March 5 the United States Senate defeated the men of action, and to act like men of In 2012, Congress passed a law that nomination of Debo Adegbile to head the Justice Department’s thought! To live life with intensity and a provided care for Marines and their Civil Rights Division. passion for excellence.” family members who have illnesses L —Maj. Gen. that can be traced to the contamina- Mr. Adegbile’s nomination was opposed by several major law James “Mad Dog” Mattis (ret.) tion. However, the CDCP continues enforcement organizations due to his participation in an appeal to examine the pollution’s impact. E filed on behalf of Mumia Abu-Jamal, who was convicted of the 1981 Fred Phelps Sr., the despicable Victims want a study that would try murder of Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner. founder of Westboro Baptist Church, to determine occurrences of cancer Hundreds of thousands of police officers through- died on March 19. The church believes among former residents of the Camp. T out the nation signed the petition including many that gays and lesbians are evil and Last month, Popovic told lawmakers members of the SFPOA. Our voice of opposition was one way they have tried to spread that her agency lacked the resources carried to the nation’s capital and this is a victory for their message is by picketing service to carry out such a study. I all in law enforcement. members’ funerals with signs such as Good News! 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Book Reviews — by Dennis Bianchi The Dante Club By Matthew Pearl ing just such a book. Of course, once not be giving away much when I say Reviewed by Dennis Bianchi you become slightly familiar with the that there were many men wandering first book ofThe Divine Comedy, titled, about Boston who had fought some Matthew Pearl graduated from The Inferno you will easily see the hellacious battles just a short time University School of Nova Southeast- possibilities for a writer of violence, previously. Dante’s description of hell ern University. He attended Harvard murder and intrigue. Today’s murder certainly could have sounded like a College and Yale Law School and has mystery writers have produced noth- place they had been familiar with, taught writing and literature at Emer- ing to exceed the twisted forms of brutal and gory, with little or no com- son College and Harvard University. torture and punishment that a reader passion being given. The Dante Club He lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts. will find inThe Inferno. succeeds on numerous levels: making The book being reviewed in this Murder victims begin appearing history come alive, bringing literature Dennis Bianchi article, The Dante Club, was published and they strongly resemble characters to the common reader, all making for in 2003. His second novel, a histori- found in Dante’s masterpiece. It is the a fun mystery. cal thriller about the death of Edgar expertise of the Dante Club members Allan Poe called The Poe Shadow, was that allows them to recognize what published in 2006 and was a New York is happening. But they must be very Times bestseller. His third novel, The circumspect in their investigation. Last Dickens, was published in the Harvard University is adamantly op- The Guts By Roddy Doyle 1991 Jimmy was a young and ambi- United States in 2009, and his latest posed to anything written by an Ital- Reviewed by Dennis Bianchi tious musician trying to put together a novel, The Technologists, was published ian Catholic and its distribution to the rock and roll or soul music band with in 2012. He lists his birth date as Octo- American public. The New England I still haven’t figured out how Roddy friends of his from the working-class ber 2 but nowhere in public electronic Protestant elite found it disturbing Doyle had me laughing so often and of Dublin, Ireland. It is now twenty- media can be found the year of that that many immigrants were arriving so hard about a protagonist who has five years later and Jimmy has had birth, which offers a bit of its own on their shores, and their literature been diagnosed with cancer and uses a small amount of success but is no mystery. was viewed as a corrupting influence. foul language like it was flowing from longer young, is married with children The novel’s setting is Boston, Mas- And now a judge, a minister and a a waterfall. Perhaps it is because Mr. and a malignant growth in his “guts.” sachusetts, shortly after the end of wealthy merchant have been horribly Doyle so fully invests himself in his Jimmy and his wife, Aoife, are putting the so-called Civil War. The author, tortured and murdered, putting pres- stories and his characters and is, him- on their best faces to handle their Mr. Pearl, very skillfully intertwines sure on Boston politicians as well as self, a happy and hilarious person. immense problem, but the humor is historically accurate events and real- their police department. A twist in the I have never met the man, but I’m clearly concealing despair and fear, life characters with the excitement story line involves the introduction guessing he is a happy soul based upon “He coughed. – It’s cancer of the bowel and fast-pace of a fictitious serial killer. of an African-American police officer, his collection of ten novels for adults, you have, Jimmy, said Aoife. – Not the The poet Henry Wadsworth Long- Patrolman Nicholas Rey. Apparently seven books for children, seven plays lungs. – I only f----- coughed. – She fellow, Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes, based upon research, there were a few and screenplays and dozens of short sighed. – Sorry. – Grand.” Mr. Doyle James Russell Lowell and J. T. Fields African-American men assigned to the stories. I also read an interview of him has always used a lot of dialogue and form a group of intellectuals whose Boston Police Department during this recently and he seems happy. After less narrative description, a talent quest is to translate The Divine Comedy era. They were not issued a firearm having received several awards, having that few writers can do successfully, of Dante Alighieri for the first time in and originally were assigned only to three of his novels made into movies, and even fewer as successfully as this the United States. The poet Longfel- African-American neighborhoods. and being described as the Celtic Tiger author. The truth is, however, Roddy low was highly revered at this time , Officer Rey provides a very strong of Irish Literature, he also seems very Doyle is not an author for all readers. particularly in academic circles. Dr. supporting role to the Dante Club as modest, plain speaking and a person His use of profanity is extreme and he Holmes was the father of one of the they put their combined intelligence one would enjoy sharing a beverage has a very solid understanding of the most famous United States Supreme to work to find the murderer. with at a local tavern. view of the world held by low-income Court Justices who bore his father’s Hidden in the book is a phrase ut- Speaking of sharing a beverage at a working class people. Based upon his name. James R. Lowell was an a in- tered by Ralph Waldo Emerson that pub, this novel’s protagonist, Jimmy description of a two-day outside rock teresting poet, first trained as lawyer, may have been a force behind some of Rabbitte, does a bit of that throughout concert I concluded that he has a he became a professor of languages the author’s writing: “Without action, the story. At one point he proclaims, real-world understanding of that bit and at one time was the editor of The the scholar is not yet man. Ideas must “Spent the whole day tellin’ people I of chaos as well. The story also de- Atlantic Monthly, a magazine still in work through the bones and arms of love that I’ve cancer, and I enjoyed scribes a life passage between father publication today. The group seems good men or they are no better than myself.” Another time he wants to and son as they try to tell each other an unlikely bunch of sleuths, and the dreams.” These men of letters, with share his diagnosis with an old friend how much they care for one another idea of a classical poem and a group some help of the strength of men of and attempts to arrange to meet him and, later, Jimmy does much the same of intellectuals would seem to severely action, do find their man. There is no at a pub: - What’s that? he said, I lost with his younger son, who is now the handicap an author trying to write a hint of who that may be for approxi- yeh there. - About six, said Darren. outrageous musician in the family. thriller, but Mr. Pearl excels at deliver- mately three-fourths of the book. I will I’ll come in straight after. – Straight Twice the author uses the expression after what?’ – Work. – ‘ Oh grand, said that people in Jimmy’s life were “… Jimmy. – You still have a job so. – I trying to get closer without actually have, yeah, said Darren. – I’ve hidden moving. Without making a show.” it. – Good man. (All punctuation here In spite of the language, the strange is how it appears in the book and not punctuation and grammar and the my creation). seemingly out of place humor this is Jimmy Rabbitte is the same fellow a book about family and about caring readers and moviegoers got to know for one another. It also made me laugh in 1991 when Mr. Doyle’s novel The a great deal and I’m looking forward Commitments was made into a well- to more from Mr. Doyle. received movie by the same name. In

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Both of these problems are not district- are non- specific, which motivated CPABs profits founded in 1976 and promote and other related organizations, like Retired Deputy Chief John Loftus, SAFE staff member Morgan St. Clair, best practices in community policing. Castro Community on Patrol, to work and Captain David Lazar As an independent research organiza- together on design, printing, and dis- tion that evaluates crime reduction tribution of nightlife-related safety strategies, PERF recommended in materials. 2007 that the SFPD devise a program CPABs adhere to cooperatively to strengthen its relationship with developed guidelines, a nearly 20- the community. In-depth discussions page working document that outlines led to the birth of another four-letter processes, rules, and responsibilities. acronym, CPAB (Community Police Despite a shared “constitution,” each Advisory Board). CPAB is distinctive in that it reflects District Station Captains choose the flavor (or often flavors) of its dis- residents, business owners, and other trict. When you’ve seen one CPAB, stakeholders who represent areas of you’ve seen one CPAB. their district. These individuals meet The second part of the event fea- with the Captains on a monthly ba- tured a panel discussion about the sis to enhance communication and state of CPABs four years later. Panel- collaborate on problem-solving. In ists were Captain Jason Cherniss of Police Captains and civilians join forces on a panel to celebrate the achievements of addition, Captains ask their CPABs Tenderloin Station, Captain Michael their CPABs. to develop crime prevention strate- Redmond of Southern Station, then- gies and to work in the greater com- Captain (now Commander) Bob Moser munity to disseminate a message on of Mission Station, CPAB co-chairs public safety. SAFE has co-facilitated Mary Harris of the Taraval District and these meetings since the first CPAB Sean Sullivan of the Park District, and was piloted at Ingleside station in late SAFE Program Director Irina Chatsova. 2009. Four years later, CPABs are an Topics addressed included: integral part of police districts across • CPAB structure (co-chairs, subcom- San Francisco. mittees, etc.) On February 24, SAFE hosted a • Diversity in selection and composi- semi-annual Citywide CPAB Summit tion of the board at the Police Academy. The event, • Attendance requirements kicked off and supported by Chief • Elements of success in relationship Greg Suhr, attracted about 100 mem- building bers of the Department and civilians • Challenges that led to innovation combined and celebrated the achieve- • Ensuring continuity when Captains ments of this partnership. change During the first segment of the eve- • Differences between CPAB and ning, attendees helped themselves to a regular community meetings generous buffet, provided by the Police In the final portion of the evening, Captains, and visited the information attendees split up into three different tables set up by each CPAB. CPAB groups for discussions about burning members hung colorful banners and topics in crime prevention and public Representatives from the Park District CPAB share materials about bike safety outfitted their booths with collateral safety: and theft prevention. from successful projects, among them: • Pedestrian safety Photos by Mike Samson • “You’ve been mugged” postcards in • Nightlife safety Taraval, warning the community of • Street crime the dangers of displaying electronic Staff from the DA’s office, including devices; Neighborhood Prosecutors, joined law • Be City Smart flyers in Southern, ed- enforcement officers in making pre- ucating the community about not sentations in their areas of expertise. leaving valuables in their vehicles; The Neighborhood Prosecutors have Taxes! Taxes! Taxes! • Bar coasters with safety messaging partnered with the Department to Tax law changes happen every year. Are you sure you are getting in Mission and Northern, an edu- address low-level neighborhood crime the maximum benefit from your tax returns?We can help! cational tool used to prevent crime; through community courts. Likewise, u Individuals u Divorce Financial Planning • The Street Smarts road safety ban- the presence of an Assistant District ner campaign in Richmond promot- Attorney at the District Station has u Small businesses u Out-of-State Returns ing traffic safety; proved to be a valuable resource for of- u Partnerships/LLC’s u Audit Representation • “Don’t leave valuables in your car” ficers and Station Investigations Teams u Small Corporations u Year Round Service stickers from Northern tackling crime in real time. • Gun Buyback flyers in Ingleside, One of the goals of this Summit was u Estates/Trusts u Payroll & Bookkeeping Services informing the community about to encourage participants to keep the Ned Totah, EA, retired SFPD turning in their firearms; conversation going. 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Page 26 POA Journal April 2014 The Hebel Economic Forecast For 2014 By Mike Hebel, Financial Correspondent Certified Financial Planner

Classic Signs Of Economic Recovery Are In Place! Stock Indicies Are At All Time Highs! Housing Is On The Rebound! Interest Rates To Slowly Rise!

• Dow Jones Industrial Average 2014 range: 16,500 to 17,925 with many cor- Most investors may not have recog- financial/economic history. rections... nized it at the time, but March 2009 Fast forward to the end of 2013: • Inflation (CPI): about 2.0 % offered one of the best opportunities The U.S. stock market ended last year • Real growth of domestic production (GDP): growing to 3.5% for equity appreciation in a lifetime. celebrating a recovery that ranks as • Price of barrel of crude oil: $95 (average price) The United States was in the worst one of the longest and greatest bull markets ever. Despite political and • Average yield on money market funds: continuing below 0.15 % financial crisis and deepest recession since the Great Depression of the economic hurdles, the S&P 500 posted • Unemployment: edging downward to 6.2 % at year end; although all- a 29.6% gain (32.4% with reinvested inclusive U6 job-less rate is about 13.1% (measure of unemployment/under- 1930s, global stock markets had been dividends) adding $3.75 trillion in employment); in a free fall, credit markets had seized market value, plus $312 billion in • 30 year fixed rate mortgage: 4.75 % to 5.5% (on conforming loans) up, and large financial institutions faced total collapse. The S&P 500 (in- dividends, for its best year since 1997 • 10 year treasury notes yield: 3.5 %, rising from near 50 year low dex of large-cap U.S. stocks) had fallen Wow! The Dow Jones Industrial Aver- • Interest rate trend: gradual upward adjustments 57% from its peak in October 2007 to age (popular index of 30 mega-cap • Increase in S&P 500 corporate earnings: 9.5% its last low on March 9, 2009 marking U.S. stocks) rang out 2013 up 26.5% • Expected average real, total return on equities: 7.5 % to 9% over next 5 years one of the worst bear markets in U.S. (29.7% with reinvested dividends), its best return since 1996. That put the Dow more than 10,000 points above its March 2009 bear-market low. Wow! Long Term Investing Pays Off: 2013’s stock performance reminds me of the “good old days” of stock investing – namely 1982 through 1999 SF Deferred Compensation when the S&P 500 index had a return of 17.9% annualized. And from 1995 through 1999 the returns were even Investing Performance better – at 28.6% annualized. While that era is gone, the surprise given “Stay The Course” to us by the U .S. equity markets in 2013 is most welcomed. Going for- Average Annualized Total Return as of December 31, 2013 ward I will be delighted with an 8% - 10% real annual return in equities 2013 5yr 10yr/ Total over the next 5 or so years. While I Inception Expenses can certainly provide no guarantees Target Date regarding future returns, I do firmly Retirement Fund .3.81% .N/A 5.40% .46% believe that for those looking back Target Date 2015 Fund .4.23% .N/A 5.77% .47% five-to-ten years from now, even from Target Date 2020 Fund .6.36% .N/A 7.16% .48% the current levels in the market, this Target Date 2025 Fund .10.01% .N/A 9.42% .51& will have proven to be an excellent Target Date 2030 Fund .13.72% .N/A 11.59% .51% time to be actively investing. Target Date 2035 Fund .17.29 % .N/A 13.68% .52% I frequently look to my investment Target Date 2040 Fund .17.29 % .N/A 13.68% .52% advisor Warren Buffett, Berkshire Ha- Target Date 2045 Fund .17.29 % .N/A 13.68% .52% thaway CEO and arguably the world’s Target Date 2050 Fund .17.29 % .N/A 13.67% .52% best investor of the 20th century, for Target Date 2055 Fund .17.28 % .N/A 13.67% .52% his wise and sage advice. In a recent Bond annual report to his Berkshire share- Core Bond Portfolio .-1.92% 4.08% 6.03% .46% holders, he said: “American business will do fine over time. And stocks will International do well just as certainly, since their International Equity Portfolio .20.54% 13.84% 9.08% .55% fate is tied to business performance. Specialty Periodic setbacks will occur, yes, but investors and managers are in a game Real Estate Portfolio .2.45% 16.19% 9.38% .98% that is heavily stacked in their favor. Small Cap The Dow Jones Industrial advanced Small Cap Core Equity Portfolio .37.05% 18.98% 8.44% .38% from 66 to 11,497 in the twentieth Small Cap Growth Equity Portfolio .38.20% 18.48% 7.07% .08% century, a staggering 17,320% increase Small Cap Value Equity Portfolio .35.87% 19.31% 10.98% .68% that materialized despite four costly wars, a Great Depression and many Mid Cap recessions. And don’t forget that share- Mid Cap Core Equity Portfolio .34.31% 22.38% 12.34% .88% holders received substantial dividends Mid Cap Growth Equity Portfolio .30.90% 20.98% 10.43% .82% throughout the century as well.” Mid Cap Value Equity Portfolio .37.66% 20.65% 10.32% .10% Large Cap The Hebel maxim: Large Cap Core Equity-Active .34.15% 18.61% 9.12% .74% There is no safe, quick and easy way Large Cap Growth Equity .35.79% 19.87% 9.08% .39% to build wealth. A firm commitment to Large Cap Core Social Equity .37.09% 20.02% 6.00% .16% a well conceived long term investment Large Cap Core Equity-S&P 500 .32.25% 17.95% 7.41% .04% strategy using a well diversified portfolio Large Cap Value Equity .38.80% 16.73% 4.08% .53% is required to accumulate wealth over Stable Value time. This endeavor is best viewed as a Stable Value Portfolio 1.20% annualized crediting rate through 3-31-14 marathon rather than a 100 yard sprint. Within the context of alternating bull and “Miranda” Investment Admonishment: Current performance may be lower or higher than performance data shown. Performance data bear markets, the main long term forces quoted represents past performance and is not a guarantee or prediction of future results. The investment return and principal value of an of the market have historically favored investment will fluctuate so that, when redeemed, shares/units maybe worth more or less than their original cost. Consider the investment the bull. objectives, risk, fees and expenses carefully before investing.” April 2014 POA Journal Page 27

Mike and Gityjoon Hebel with Robert Schiller. Dr. Schiller is a professor of finance at Yale University, co-author of the Case-Schiller Home Price Index, and 2013 winner of the Nobel Prize for Economic Sciences for his empirical studies of asset pricing. Dr. Schiller is also well recognized for his influential bookIrrational Exuberance in which he argues that no mechanical or technical system can be devised to predict stock prices, because behind Wall Street is human behavior, and investors are notoriously emotional in their decision making. He is widely regarded for predicting the top of the stock market in 2000 just before the .com collapse and the real estate market in 2007. Mike and Gityjoon visited with Dr. Schiller at the November 2013 AAII Investor Conference held in Orlando, Florida. In his keynote address entitled “Understanding Confidence and Bubbles in View of Recent Events”, Professor Schiller commented on the dominant role that human psychology plays in producing asset (stocks, real estate) bubbles noting that the U.S. is becoming a more speculative culture with its population still very focused on home prices. He said that by 2005 there was a “house buying mania” in the U.S. which collapsed (real estate drop of 43% in real terms) over the next several years. (In 2005 Schiller had predicted a 50% drop in real estate prices.) He did thrill the audience when he said that over the next 10 years the stock market will go higher, but then admonished at a muted 2.5% average annual return.

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The Stable Value Portfolio return to Historical Creiditing Rages participant’s has collapsed – from a high crediting rate of 5.15% in 2007 to a paltry current rate of 1.2%. ALERT…Further use of the Stable Value Portfolio may be haz- ardous to your financial health. Due to the 6 pernicious effect of inflation (currently around 2%), investing in the Stable Value Portfolio will lead to a negative real return and a real loss of purchasing power. 5.15% Wealth and financial security cannot be created with negative rates of return 5 – the current condition of the stable value portfolio. Yet about 37% of all participants’ deferred compensation monies ($972,491,087 in stable value as of 1/31/14) are in this portfolio – now guaranteed, with a 1.2% crediting rate, to generate, when 4 adjusted for inflation, real negative returns. Even the CCSF deferred compensation consultant, Angeles Investment Advisors, commented in its October 9, 2013 report to the Retirement Board: “Because of low crediting rates in the current low interest 3 rate environment, stable value may not keep pace with or exceed inflation over time and therefore may not be the best choice for participants with longer time horizons.” In my judgment short-term interest rates 2 will remain below the rate of inflation for ■ the next several years. With the Stable 1.12% Value Portfolio reducing its bond dura- ■ tion, it will continue to capture very low rates of return on its underlying portfolio – and can therefore only return to deferred compensation participants very low, after 1 expense, crediting rates. You must earn an effective rate of return on your investments in order to achieve financial security; this cannot be done without taking on some degree of investment risk. I urge 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Jan 2014 you to consider better options for your 0 hard earned money – especially the many Target Date Funds offered in the deferred compensation plan.

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www.sfdcp.org Accumulated lump sum payments in last year of service Joe Collins, SFPD Counselor Special 3-year catch up provision for 2014: $35,000 415-535-5026 Page 28 POA Journal April 2014 Long-Term Investing The Dow Jones Industrial Average above 16,000: Wall Street Races Ahead While Main Street is stuck in Neutral By Edwin K. Stephens, dollars, a 2 percent gain. And check done it? Mainly by focusing like a The Stephens Group account balances, pension plan as- laser on education (German math sets and retirement savings, such as scores continue to extend their lead If you wish to reach the highest, begin at 401(k)’s, also increased. over American), and by maintaining the lowest. Syrus — Maxims On 2/26/14, Richard Larsen, an As- strong labor unions.” Heaven never helps men who will not sociated Press award winning colum- It is very clear that the American mid- act. Sophocles — Fragment nist noted the middle class in America dle class has suffered from flat wages. Is income inequality, e.g. the is shrinking; numerically in terms of The Entrepreneurial Class Wealthy vs. the economically stressed the percentage of the total population, Labor Secretary Robert B. Reich Middle Class becoming a growing as well as qualitatively in terms of the makes it clear that he is no enemy of American problem without a viable quality of life. Mr. Larsen stated that capitalism and has no problem with solution? many members of the middle class the amount of inequality that is inevi- Answer: No. But it does help to are being squeezed by declining real table if we are to incentivize behavior. understand the reasons for Amer- income and rising expenses, but the months, following a decline of 20 But Professor Reich also takes care to ica’s income inequalities multiple middle class is increasingly shoulder- percent or more. The run-up over the point out that there really is no such underpinnings. ing the inflationary costs of corporate past five (5) years has been helped America, and the burdensome costs of thing as a free market. He adds that U.S. Stock Market Record Highs by stimulus from the Federal Reserve, government operations. there are always rules, and the ques- On 2/28/14, Mr. Ben Levinson, a record corporate profits, the economic tion is, whom do these rules benefit, Journalist Bill Moyers of the Public business writer for Barron’s noted; recovery and companies repurchasing whom do they hurt, and why did they Broadcasting Service (PBS) noted the “The stock market has that non-stop their own stock. begin to shift over the past 30 years? Middle Class is roughly defined as feeling going for it as well. Sure 2013 On 2/24/14, Mr. Reich noted that Flat Middle Class Wages 1980-2014 those households ranging in income was a blockbuster by any standards, Facebook has agreed to buy WhatsApp On 3/7/14, Mr. Christopher S. Ru- from $25,000 to $76,000. At $51,017 but even 2014 is looking OK follow- for $19 billion dollars. Secretary Reich gaber of the Associated Press stated the real median household income ing some early volatility. The S&P 500 said, “If you ever wonder what’s fueling that the Great Recession hammered in 2012 is even less than it was at the gained 4.3% to 1,859.45 in February, American’s staggering inequality, pon- Americans’ net worth, cutting their end of the 1980s, and it is down 9 closing the month at a record high. der Facebook’s acquisition of the mobile overall wealth to $55.6 trillion dol- percent from its high in 1999, with That 4.3% gain was the best February messaging company WhatsApp.” lars in the first quarter of2009. That the biggest portion of that decline, performance since 1998. The Dow WhatsApp’s worldwide usage has figure was19 percent below the pre-re- 8.3%, in just the past five (5) years. Jones Industrial Average gain rose more than doubled in the past nine cession peak of $68.8 trillion dollars. In 1967, the median household middle 4.0% to 16,321.71 in February, but still months, to 450 million people—and In 2014, United States wealth has class income was $42,934; in 1989, finds itself down1.5% on the year.” it is growing by around a million us- since recovered. However, households $51,681; in 1999, $56,080 and 2012 The Dow Jones Industrial Average ers every day. Mr. Reich said on De- have not benefitted equally. Much of the median income was $51,017. consists of 30 of the nation’s leading the American rebound stems from cember 31, 2013, WhatsApp handled The median net worth of a family companies. These companies are listed stock market gains. Yet roughly 10 54 billion messages (making its ser- in 2010 was $77,300, compared to as follows, based on the February 28, percent of households own about 80 vice more popular than Twitter, now $126,400 just three (3) years earlier. 2014 high of 16,321.71. percent of stocks. Most middle-class valued at about $30 billion dollars). In 46 of our 50 states, the poverty rates On 3/10/14, Mr. Steve Rothwell, an wealth stems from home ownership, WhatsApp’s fifty-five employees are have increased over the past five (5) Associated Press Markets writer stated and house prices nationwide remain now enormously rich. Its two founders years, and the national poverty rate that the American Stock Market cel- below the peak reached in the spring are now billionaires. And, the part- is over 15% for the fourth (4) year ebrated its fifth straight bull market of 2006. ners of the venture capital firm that running. The last time that happened since March 9, 2009. The current Household wealth, or net worth, financed it have also reaped a fortune. was in 1965. Mr. Larsen noted that bull market run is not the longest, or reflects the value of homes, stocks, Professor Reich says that Americans more and more families are dropping strongest in history, but it has survived bank accounts and other assets mi- are winners in a sense that we have an from the ranks of the middle class a near default by the United States nus mortgages, credit cards and other even more efficient way to connect into poverty. Government, a debt crisis in Europe, debt. The Federal Reserve noted that with each other. But we are not getting and a war in Syria. household net worth jumped nearly Mr. Robert B. Reich, former Sec- more jobs. In the emerging economy, And, despite all of the obstacles $3 trillion dollars during last year’s retary of Labor under President Wil- there is no longer any correlation be- thrown in its way, the bull market is fourth quarter to $80.7 trillion dol- liam Jefferson Clinton and a leading tween the size of a customer base and now the fourth-longest since 1945, lars. Stock and mutual fund portfolios authority on economics who served the number of employees necessary to according to S&P Capital IQ. A bull gained nearly $1.7 trillion dollars, under Presidents Gerald Ford and Jim- serve them. market is a rise of 20 percent or or 9 percent. The value of American my Carter, in 2013 made a 90-minute Meanwhile, the ranks of postal more over a period of at least six (6) homes rose just over $400 trillion documentary on how and why there workers, call-center operators, tele- has been a decline in our country’s phone installers, the people who lay middle class. In Inequality and service miles of cable, and the Company Symbol Price Change% Change P/E Volume for All, Mr. Reich stated millions of other communication 3M Co. MMM 134.73 +0.39 +0.29% 20.0 3.2M that; workers, are dwindling—just as retail American Express Co. AXP 91.28 +0.99 +1.10% 18.6 4.7M “Some say we couldn’t workers are succumbing to Amazon, AT&T Inc. T 31.93 -0.30 -0.93% 9.4 43.5M have reversed the conse- office clerks and secretaries to Micro- Boeing Co. BA 128.92 +0.36 +0.28% 21.6 4.4M quences of globalization soft, and librarians and encyclopedia Caterpillar Inc. CAT 96.97 +0.27 +0.28% 16.9 5.4M and technological change. editors to Google. Chevron Corp. CVX 115.33 -0.36 -0.31% 10.4 6.9M Yet the experiences of oth- Mr. Reich stated that productivity Cisco Systems Inc. CSCO 21.80 -0.12 -0.55% 14.4 40.9M er nations, like Germany, keeps growing, as do corporate profits. E.I. du Pont de Nemours DD 66.62 +0.62 +0.94% 21.9 4.7M suggest otherwise. Germa- However, jobs and wages are not grow- Exxon Mobil Corp. XOM 96.27 +0.43 +0.45% 13.1 12.7M ny has grown faster than ing. The economist noted that unless General Electric Co. GE 25.47 -0.03 -0.12% 17.3 29.5M the United States for the we figure out how to bring all of them Goldman Sachs Group Inc. GS 166.45 +1.07 +0.65% 10.8 4.3M last 15 years, and the gains back into line—or spread the gains Home Depot Inc. HD 82.03 +0.06 +0.07% 22.2 7.2M have been more widely more widely—our economy cannot Intel Corp. INTC 24.76 0.00 0.00% 13.1 23.5M spread. While Americans’ generate enough demand to sustain International Business IBM 185.17 -0.10 -0.05% 12.4 4.7M average hourly pay has itself, and our society cannot maintain Johnson & Johnson JNJ 92.12 +0.76 +0.83% 19.2 9.6M risen only 6 percent since enough cohesion to keep us together. JP Morgan Chase JPM 56.82 +0.13 +0.23% 13.1 18.6M 1985, adjusted for infla- In short, Wall Street races ahead while McDonald’s Corp. MCD 95.15 +0.07 +0.07% 17.1 5.1M tion, German workers’ pay Main Street is stuck in neutral. Merck & Co. Inc. MRK 56.99 +0.33 +0.58% 38.8 11.9M has risen almost 30 per- McClurg Capital, its officers, and cli- Microsoft Corp MSFT 38.31 +0.45 +1.19% 14.1 41.2M cent. At the same time, the ents may have long or short positions Nike Inc. NKE 78.30 +0.28 +0.36% 26.6 3.4M top 1 percent of German in the securities mentioned in this Pfizer Inc. PFE 32.11 -0.12 -0.37% 19.5 27.5M households now take home article. This article is not a solicitation Proctor & Gamble Co PG 78.66 +0.47 +0.60% 21.2 8.5M about 11 percent of all in- to buy or sell any securities. Always The Coca-Cola Co KO 38.20 +0.13 +0.34% 20.1 15.8M come—about the same as consult your personal financial advisor Travelers Companies TRV 83.84 -0.01 -0.01% 8.5 2.3M in 1970. And although in before you invest. United Technologies UTX 117.02 +0.41 +0.35% 18.8 3.3M the last months Germany Please go to www.StephensGroup- United Healthcare Group UNH 77.27 +1.25 +1.64% 14.0 6.2M has been hit by the debt BayArea.com. For more investment advice Verizon Communications VZ 47.58 +0.08 +0.17% 11.9 62.3M crisis of its neighbors, its visit Edwin Stephens’ web site at www.po- Visa Inc. V 225.94 -0.34 -0.15% 28.7 3.5M unemployment is still be- liceone.com/columnists/Edwin-Stephens/. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. WMT 74.70 +0.14 +0.19% 15.4 7.4M low where it was when the Securities transactions through McClurg Walt Disney Co. DIS 80.81 +0.33 +0.41% 22.1 7.0M financial crisis started in Capital Corporation. Member FINRA Source: CNNMoney. A Service of CNN Fortune & Money 20 07. How has Germany and SIPC. April 2014 POA Journal Page 29 2014 Philippine Exchange Training Team Returns after Successful Trip By Lt. Randy Caturday / SFPD Training and Education. • Shooting competition at Camp tional Police Officers is approximately Photos by Lt. Louis Espinda /SFPD The most recent team for 2014 con- Crame, Quezon City $500 a month. The current force of Retired sisted of a 20 member multi-agency • Visit, talk and donations to first responder Officers assigned to team was composed of members from Marikina Boys/Girls orphanage- Leyte is approximately 290, of which To understand P.E.T (Philippine the San Francisco Police Department, 80 kids only 54 attended work during the Exchange Training Team) Lt. Caturay BART Police Department, Salinas • Visit and donations to Marikina recent, record breaking devastating (present) conceived the idea in April Police Department, Capitola Police senior citizens center 40 seniors Typhoon that hit the Philippines. of 1999, along with six members of Department, Los Angeles Police De- • Visit and donations to PNP Rapid Seven (7) PNP families hit the hardest the San Francisco Police Department partment, SF State University PD, and Deployment group were selected for a cash donation of in establishing an exchange training the California Department of Justice • Travel to Bohol for meet, greet $100 each. Extra donations received program with the Philippine National Investigations Department. and donation to Bohol PNP Police by Organizations and PET Team Police. The subject matter covered: first Station. members enable Officer Padmore to The Department had already con- responders to critical incidents, basic BART PD Lt. Gary Cagaanan (ret) donate to 28 families. Most of these ducted visits with other and Ofc Shaun O’Connor families lost relatives, spouses, chil- international law enforce- • Meet and greet Philippine Public dren and other loved ones. Although ment agencies in the past Safety College President/ Atty no amount of cash can bring a loved that included Japan, Russia Ruben Platon, Vice Pres. Dr. Mar- one, the appreciation was obviously and Amsterdam. However celino Lipana, staff and faculty visible by the “tears” displayed by our these visits consisted of members fellow law enforcers of the Philippine semi formal courtesy calls Taguig, Fort McKinley National Police. or observing specific en- • 1st full day seminar at Camp Since the return of the Team, ad- forcement activities then a Vicente Lim ditional donations continue to come short written report upon Canlubang, Laguna. 80 attendees in to FALEO, who in turn insures their return. • Passing review and salute by 1000 that funds are used and specifically Eric Quema (retired Lt. PNP members earmarked for the Victims/Families of SFPD) took the reins and • -2nd full day seminar Camp Vi- Typhoon Haiyun. ran with the program un- cente Lim The PET team wishes to acknowl- til this very day, whose Lt. Quema to National Police Col- edge and thank the following support- primary mission is to present, discuss officer safety considerations, weapon lege, Silang Cavite ers for making this trip so successful. and share best practices and current retention and defensive tactics, inves- Guest speaker for graduation of 50 San Francisco Police Department, trends in policing with members of tigation techniques, bike patrol, emer- newly appointed PNP Northern California Asian Police Of- the PNP; in the hopes of better serving gency carry evacuation, community Inspectors, Class 2012-149 ficers Association, Daly City Police Of- our respective communities. Outreach policing, personal safety, ethics and Separate Bike patrol to business, community groups and leadership. training youths complete the circle of true Presentations were also made to • Meet, greet and dona- community policing. business groups, an orphanage, el- tions to Manila Police The six officers formed the Philip- ementary and high school students Station 2, Tondo pine Exchange Training (P.E.T.) Team, and a senior citizens center. General Genabe, and began the groundwork to build a Topics covered were site security PSSupt. Nana, PSupt bridge between the SFPD and the PNP. measures, relationship with police, Jackson Tuliao Their efforts became a reality in the peer pressure, bullying, anti-drug mes- Presentation on Basic year 2000. It has grown to be a com- sages and good citizenship. life support, relation- prehensive exchange training program Over a hundred balikbayan boxes ships with police that has now reached out and included full of school supplies, office supplies, and donation of mini- presentations to key business groups, police gear, basic life support and disaster aid kits to neighborhood-based force multipliers, health information, clothing, toys, barangay tanods. schools and even to the Philippine books, mountain bikes, police souve- • Presentation and train- Hall of Congress. nirs, public safety giveaways, mini- ing to Peninsula Manila Hotel ficers Association, Anthony Montoya Completely self-funded by Team disaster kits, backpacks and computers Security of the SFPOA, Mark Stull, Kevin Fong, members, the program delivers boxes were donated during the course of the Capt Raul Mangubat-Director of Omar Bueno, Tom Shawyer and a host of material donations to police sta- trip. Due to the volume of items col- Security of many more individual donors. tions, schools and neighborhood lected, donated and even purchased by • Visit, presentation (Bullying, The SFPD-P.E.T. program is a good- individual team members gangs, anti-drug message) and do- will mission and a 100 % volunteer we were able to make sur- nations to Ramon Magsaysay High project. It is sustained by each Team prise unscheduled stops at School, Quezon City, Presentation member’s personal funds and personal an additional elementary of cash scholarship awards to top time. Each year becomes increasingly school, boy and girl students (Feliciano difficult as the program faces various a senior citizen center Family-donor) obstacles and challenges. For those and an additional police fa- • Visit and donation to Marcelo law enforcers that participate in this cility. The total value of all H. del Pilar elementary School., project, it is about dedication, compas- donated items is estimated Cubao City. sion and a sense of duty. To this date it at around $10,000-$15,000 • Visit and donation to Southern is the only law enforcement fraternal plus U.S. dollars. Police District Rapid Response organization of its kind in the Nation Various venues of train- group, Fort Andres Bonifacio that visits, share information and doing and donating consisted • SFPD Ofc Francis Feliciano travels nates on an international basis. Visit of the following over a 2 to Morong Rizal, meet, greet, and www.faleo.org for more information. groups. The combined Team of Law week period: donation to PNP Morong Police Enforcers spend a year creating pre- • Attend formal flag raising ceremo- Station Scan this QR sentations consisting of lectures, ny at Philippine Nation Police HQ The highlight of this trip, was for more 2014 powerpoint, interactive demos; meet- • Camp Crame, Quezon City, PNP the donation of cash to families in PET Photosw ing on their own time, and personally Training Service the provinces of Leyte, Tacloban by buying and collecting new or useable • Meet and greet Police Director Officer Ray Padmore. What initially second hand items to donate. The General Alan de la Madrid Puri- started with a donation by Sgt. Omar Team then sends those items ahead sima & Command Staff Bueno (ret.) quickly rose to $2800. The of their arrival. • 2nd full day seminar at PNP average starting pay for Philippine Na- The year 2010 marked the first year Training service. that the the SFPD-PET Program in- • Separate bike patrol class given to Free Initial Consultation for SFPOA/SFPD Family & Friends cluded its first members from outside 30 students Specializing the areas of: Law Enforcement agencies: The BART • Presentation to Ayala Group cor- Police Department, California Dept poration Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Civil Litigation of Justice/Bureau of Narcotic Enforce- Technopark, Binan, Laguna.1 00 FRANK PASSAGLIA, attorney at law ment and the San Francisco District attendees 33 years experience Attorney’s Investigation Bureau. The • Half day presentation to PSIS newly formed Filipino Law Enforce- • Philippine Society for Industrial 2171 Junipero Serra Blvd., Suite 600 Tel: 650-991-2001 Daly City, California 94014 Fax: 650-991-2010 ment Officers Association (FALEO) Security E-mail: [email protected] chose to adopt and support the SFPD- Midas Hotel, Manila. 290 attend- Former San Francisco Police Officer PET Program under the auspices of ees Former San Francisco Assistant District Attorney (1979–1997) Page 30 POA Journal April 2014 Great Quake of 1906 Kills SF Officer Synopsis of the San Francisco Police and Municipal records of the “Greatest Catastrophe in American History” Submitted to the Journal by the wounded to the temporary hospi- tel crashed through the engine house George McMahon and others. These Ray Shine, Editor tals and had no time to arrest thieves roof and struck the Chief. He was re- officers were provided with provisions even if caught in the act, and no place moved to the Presidio Hospital, where but no water was obtainable. The fire April 18th marks the 108th anniver- to incarcerate them if arrested, the he died on April 22. rapidly surrounded the square and the sary of the “Great Quake” of 1906. San Mayor issued his first order to Chief The greatest damage done by the officers became prisoners. The heat Francisco Police Captain Thomas Duke Dinan under the “law of necessity,” fire was in the Harbor Police district, was terrific and the cinders, which was charged with the task of recapping which was substantially as follows: commanded by Captain John Martin; were falling like hail, were constantly the destruction, heroics, and resources the Southern district, commanded igniting the canvas spread over the in a report to the Police Commission. “Apr. 18, 1906. by Captain Henry Colby; the Central records. As there was a saloon across The report is a fascinating look back at “As it has come to my attention at Police district commanded by Cap- the street which had not at that time this watershed event in SF history. In it, thieves are taking advantage of the pres- tain Thomas Duke and the Mission caught fire, a raid was made on the Captain Duke writes about: ent deplorable conditions and are plying district, commanded by Captain M. place, and for the next wenty-four • SF police officers orders to seize and their nefarious vocations among the ruins O. Anderson. hours bottled beer was used to keep remove all food from grocery stores to in our city, all peace officers are ordered As it seemed that the fire would the canvas from igniting, and thus the prevent a famine riot, to instantly kill any one caught looting sweep the entire city, about 200,000 records were saved. • The order from the Mayor that officers or committing any other serious crimes. panic stricken people took advantage Several insane patients were con- shoot and kill looters, of the free transportation furnished fined in the Receiving Hospital in • The death of the city’s fire chief, “E. E. SCHMITZ, Mayor.” by President Harriman of the South- the City Hall building on the morn- • The use of Central Police Station’s ern Pacific Railroad and left the city. ing of the earthquake, and when the pistol range as a temporary morgue, About 8 a. m. Brigadier General Another hundred thousand, who lost building began to rock and the walls • The “temporary” burial of dead bodies Frederick Funston, U. S. A., called at their homes, camped in the public began to fall, their condition can be in Portsmouth Square Park – including the Hall of Justice, and after a confer- parks and graveyards, many gladly tak- better imagined than described. Of- the remains of Officer Max Fenner, the ence with Mayor Schmitz, he placed ing advantage of the shelter afforded ficer Frank Parquette made his way only on-duty police officer killed in the his troops at the disposal of the Mayor. by the vaults for the dead, especially through the wreckage to their rescue, earthquake. From that time until conditions be- during the rainstorm beginning on and by the use of much tact succeeded This is a glimpse into the past, and came normal, the soldiers worked in April 23. Because of this storm the in getting them into the Mechanics’ the chaos that was aptly handled by the conjunction with the police, either police took possession of all vacant Pavilion, which was utilized as a gen- SFPD. As Captain Duke wrote, “A volume in preserving order or distributing buildings and placed as many families eral hospital, until the fire drew near. would be required to record the many he- provisions. in each as the building could comfort- Patrolman Max Fenner, known roic deeds performed by the firemen and Shortly after the troops began ably hold. It is estimated that about as the Hercules of the Police De- police during those three eventful days patrolling the streets the first looter 2,000 families were provided for in partment, was standing opposite the and nights.” was caught while he was making an this manner. Essex Lodging House, a seven-story — Editor attempt to burglarize Shreve’s jewelry brick building on Mason near Ellis By Thomas S. Duke store at Post and Grant avenue. He was street, when the earthquake occurred. Captain of Police, San Francisco turned over to a soldier who killed him Patrolman Max He observed that the front wall of and left his body to be consumed by the building was tottering and at the Published with Approval of the Hon- the fire. Fenner . . .was same time he saw a woman run out orable The Morgue, which was only con- of the building onto the sidewalk. He Board of Police Commissioners of San structed for ordinary occasions, was instantly killed and tried to warn her of her danger, but Francisco soon filled to overflowing with the as she did not move he rushed over 1910 bodies of victims of falling walls, etc., his mangled body was toward her. just then the whole front so the target range of the Central Po- buried in Portsmouth of the building fell out, and while the As this great disaster has been the lice Station was turned into an emer- woman ran inside the doorway and theme of numerous able historians, gency Morgue for the time being. But Square until the fire was unharmed, Fenner was instantly the main events will be but briefly as the fire was rapidly approaching killed and his mangled body was bur- dealt with, and we will then pass to that building, the twenty-eight bodies subsided. ied in Portsmouth Square until the the events known only to those who placed there were temporarily buried fire subsided. for three days and nights battled “amid in Portsmouth Square. As has been previously stated, no the crash and roar of the burning city,” Of the 478 bodies finally recovered On the morning of the earthquake water was available for fire-fighting constantly risking their lives to rescue a great number were unrecognizable it became apparent that immedi- purposes, so dynamiting squads were others and to procure provisions from because of their mangled condition. It ate steps must be taken to prevent a operating near the fire line under the burning stores in order to prevent a will never he known how many were famine. Police officers were therefore supervision of the army and police famine. killed, as the heat of the fire was so detailed to seize all suitable convey- officials. By the use of this explosive The great earthquake occurred at intense that the bodies were reduced ances and remove the contents of all great structures were leveled to the 5:14 a. m., April 18, 1906. As the shock to ashes in many instances, but judg- grocery stores which were in danger ground for the purpose of checking shattered the principal water mains, ing from reports of persons missing of being burned. This work was kept the fire. Captain of Police Henry Glee- the fire department was practically and other circumstances, the number up for three days and nights, and as son and Lieutenant Charles C. Pulis, U. helpless and as a result, the fires which has been estimated at between 1,000 a result the contents of 390 grocery S. A., were in command of a detail on were started by the overturning of and 1,500. stores were delivered to the refugees. Sixth Street. They had placed a heavy stoves, crossing of electric wires, the On Third street near Mission, a On April 19 it was learned that sev- charge in a building located on Sixth liberation of chemicals by breakage building collapsed in such a man- eral large ships, which had been heav- street near Market and lit the fuse. of containers, etc., rapidly spread ner as to pinion an unknown man ily loaded with provisions previous to This burned much more rapidly than until a territory of 4.7 square miles to the ground. His cries attracted the disaster, were about to leave for expected, and before the officers could in the heart of the city was burned, people on the street, who attempted foreign ports. To prevent this a police escape the explosion occurred and and a loss approximately estimated at to rescue him, but at that time the guard was placed on board the vessels, they were blown out into the street, $275,000,000 was incurred. fire had reached the rear end of the and as an extra precaution Lieutenant where considerable wreckage from the The City Hall was a mass of ruins building. Realizing that he would Frederick Green was instructed to pro- building fell upon them. Both men after the earthquake, so Mayor E. E. soon be burned to death he begged cure the tug “Sea Rover.” With a squad were rendered unconscious. They were Schmitz proceeded to the Hall of Jus- the bystanders to kill him. After of eight officers on board this vessel, removed to the temporary hospital at tice, where his first orders were issued. some hesitancy, a large, middle-aged the exit from the harbor was block- the Mechanics’ Pavilion, thence to the As the earthquake rendered the man stepped forward, and after a few aded from April 19 to 24 inclusive. Presidio Hospital, where they eventu- jails unsafe, he ordered that all petty words with the unfortunate prisoner, By this time provisions were arriving ally recovered. offenders be released, while those he whipped out a revolver and shot by the trainload and the danger of a During the height of the conflagra- charged with more serious offenses him through the head, killing him famine had passed. tion, Officer Edward Leonard, accom- were sent to San Quentin State Prison. instantly. He then requested the wit- For many weeks after the earth- panied Deputy L. K. Jones into the City Reports reached headquarters that nesses to accompany him to the Hall quake all saloons in the unburned Tax Collector’s office in the ruins of thieves were burglarizing wrecked of justice, where the Mayor, who after district were kept closed by order of the City Hall, and records were saved stores and deserted homes, and it was hearing the circumstances and see- the Mayor. In some instances a dispo- which enabled Tax Collector J. F. Nich- also learned that in the Mission dis- ing the man’s distressed appearance, sition was shown to ignore this order, ols to collect over $1,000,000 in taxes. trict the body of a woman was found, commended him for his humane act. and the result was that every ounce of A volume would be required to re- the finger upon which she wore several Among those killed was Dennis liquor in the establishment was turned cord the many heroic deeds performed valuable rings having been amputated, Sullivan, the able Chief of the Fire into the sewer. by the firemen and police during evidently by some thief. Department, who was asleep in his When it became apparent that the those three eventful days and nights. The next report was to the ef- room at the Engine House adjoining Hall of justice would be destroyed by And it must he remembered that the fect that rowdies were breaking into the California Hotel on Bush street. fire, all valuable police records were majority of them labored with little saloons and helping themselves to The engine house was a two- story removed to Portsmouth Square and nourishment and no sleep, and with liquor. structure and a massive brick chimney left in charge of a detail of officers, As the police were busy conveying fell from the top of the eight- story ho- consisting of Detectives Charles Taylor, continued on next page April 2014 POA Journal Page 31 Synopsis of 1906 Catastrophe continued from previous page Retirements the knowledge that their homes were posted in a conspicuous place in front of The San Francisco Police Officers Association destroyed and the fate of their families the building. congratulates the following members on his or unknown. Officer James Connolly had concluded that his entire family “The importance of this provision is her recent service retirement from the SFPD. These veterans will be difficult had been killed, but a week later he emphasized by the fact that no effective to replace, as each takes with them decades of experience and job knowledge. located them in Vallejo, Cal. means are at hand for stopping fires. The most recently retired SFPD members are: On the evening of April 19, Officer T. Flood was about to enter his home “Our greatest danger in the immediate • Inspector Patrick Cadigan #470 from Medical Liaison at 1722 Hyde street with the intention future may be expected from unavoidable of saving some articles from the fire unsanitary conditions and every person is • Officer Michael Cavanaugh #575 from Ingleside Station which was fast approaching. The of- cautioned that to violate in the slightest • Officer Anton Collins #142 from Medical Liaison ficer’s uniform was burned and he was degree the instructions from the officers • Officer Steven Glickman #1446 from Traffic Enforcement, Solo M/C in civilian clothes. Just as he was about will be a crime that cannot be adequately • Officer Juan Gomez #998 from Special Victims Unit to go up his front stairs, two men came punished,. • Sergeant John Haggett #16 from Property Section out of the front door. Flood demanded that the strangers state what business “All persons, except suspicious charac- • Officer Michael Huddleston #1621 from Tactical they had there, but the only answer ters, will be permitted to pass sentinels • Officer Thomas King #2175 from Traffic Enforcement, Solo M/C he received was a blow on the jaw without interruption. • Inspector Jimmie Lew #1503 from Narcotics which knocked him down. Flood’s • Officer Elizabeth Maron #207 from Medical Liaison assailant then kicked him on the side “E. E. SCHMITZ, Mayor.” • Officer John Paige #1453 from Taraval Station of the head, splitting his ear. The officer drew his revolver and killed him The order prohibiting persons from • Officer Martin Scanlan #4102 from Medical Liaison but the other man escaped. The body building fires in houses resulted in all • Lieutenant David Smith #2188 from Medical Liaison was taken to Portsmouth Square for kitchen stoves being moved into the • Officer Hoyt Wong #111 from Crime Info. Sys. Unit temporary burial, but the dead man’s street, where cooking was done for • Sergeant Eugene Yoshii #1728 from Southern Station identity was never learned. many weeks. As there were only a very few pipes After the fire the streets in the All of the above listed on SFPD Personnel Orders #5 (February 25, 2014) and #6 in the city from which water could be burned district were covered with obtained for many days after the fire, debris, and instructions were issued (March 12, 2014) it was distributed for cooking purposes to force all idle and dissolute men to by means of the street sprinkling assist in clearing the streets. wagons. On April 26, Major-General Greely, For several days after the earth- U. S. A., General Koster, of the Nation- quake the city was in absolute dark- al Guard, and Mayor Schmitz entered ness at night time, as no lights were into an agreement to the effect that San Francisco’s Law Enforcement Personnel permitted in houses; but on April 22 the regular soldiers should police one- receive 15% off all safes! Mayor Schmitz issued the following third of the city, the National Guard order: one-third and the regular police one- third. This continued for some weeks • Gun Safes • Pistol Boxes “Lights are permitted in houses be- until the police took complete control. tween Sunset and 10 p. m. only, unless The regular army also had charge of • Tactical • Fire Proof sentinels are convinced that some latitude the distribution of all food and cloth- should be allowed in case of sickness. ing shipped to San Francisco for relief purposes. • Wall/Floor • Burglary “As all chimneys were more or less injured by the earthquake, no fires will Reprinted from the Virtual Museum he permitted in houses in grates, stoves of the City of San Francisco web site at 617 7th Street • San Francisco, CA 94103 or fireplaces unless the occupants hold http://www.sfmuseum.org/1906/06pd1. 415-398-6161 • [email protected] a certificate issued by an authorized html chimney inspector. Said certificate to be

San Francisco Police Activities HARLEY-DAVIDSON® League Hall of Fame 2014 In 2009, the San Francisco Police substantial contributions to the SFPD. PEACE OFFICER SPECIAL Activities League celebrated its 50th A former inductee in this category is anniversary by establishing an SFPAL Chief of Police Heather Fong, who par- EDITION MOTORCYCLES OFFERED AS A PROUD TRIBUTE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL Hall of Fame. This, year, the SFPAL ticipated in the SFPAL Cadet program will celebrate its 55th anniversary, and as a youth. plans to induct additional member Coaches who made a substantial Now available at into its Hall of Fame. The categories contribution to the SFPAL over the for honorees are the following: years by mentoring and guiding the Dudley Perkins Co. Founders. Members of the SFPD (or hundreds of kids who played on the est. 1914 civilians) who helped to establish, or teams they coached. A former inductee grow, the SFPAL in its early years. One in this category is Thelma Williams. Harley-Davidson/Buell of the first inductees in this category Any other individuals who are de- 333 Corey Way, South San Francisco, 94080 was Augustus Bruneman, a man who serving of recognition as supporters of, Phone: (650) PERKINS (737-5467) spent a lengthy and productive career or participants in, the SFPAL. www.dpchd.com in the SFPD, eventually retiring at the The SFPAL is seeking nominations Contact the Sales Department for Details rank of Commander. for individuals who are deserving of SFPAL athletes who went on to be- induction into the SFPAL Hall of Fame. come professional athletes. A former If you have any suggestions, please inductee in this category was Kevin forward the name(s) and a brief bio or Support our advertisers. Restani, who played numerous sports description of the contributions made as a PAL kid, and went on to play pro- by the suggested honorees to Rick Tell them you saw their ad in the POA Journal. fessional basketball in the NBA. Bruce at the following e-mail address: SFPAL kids who went on to make [email protected].

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PAL Corner Don’t miss this chance to see all your favorite people in golf outfits at the 2014 SFPAL Golf Tournament on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at TPC Hard- ing Park in San Francisco! The annual golf outing gets underway with a noon shotgun start for our scramble style golf tournament. Individual tickets start at $250, dinner is $100 and either come with great career in law enforcement? Do you benefits as part of our special packages. remember the person who encouraged Visit SFPAL.org to buy tickets! you? What was the job or internship Please let the people in your com- which introduced you to community munity know about this great oppor- service? We need you to pass on that tunity to get out on the course with great experience and support to the friends for a good cause: San Fran- community events, and assist with Garfield park- next generation. Please stop by our cisco’s kids. We will get you whatever SFPD station activities. Once a part of Saturdays 11am-6:30pm office, call or email us for materials you need to make this a fantastic day the program, cadets can continue as Marshall you can email or hand out to kids and for you and your friends and have long as they are in good standing and Saturdays 9am-5:45pm families. lots of information on our web site at eligible or until age 21. Marshall Friday, April 4, 2014 at 5:00 pm is SFPAL.org. Ongoing training and commu- Sundays 2pm-5:45pm the deadline for the application with Deadline April 4: Are You nity service: Approximately three attachments. Mission Playground Inspiring the Force of Tomorrow? Thursdays each month, Cadets meet 4-week Summer Cadet Academy: Saturdays 12:30pm-5:30pm When did you start looking at a at the Police Academy for additional June 16 to July 11, 2014, 9:00am- training and learning opportunities. O’Connell 3:00pm (closed for the holiday on Additionally, Cadets can volunteer to Sundays 9am-5:45pm July 4th). work alongside SFPD at community Crocker #3 Year-round internship program: events and ceremonies during the Saturdays 2:45pm-6:30pm at SFPD stations or bureaus (approxi- week and on the weekends. Last games of the season will be mately 6-8 hours per month). Gradu- SFPAL Cadets receive training mod- Sunday, May 18th! ates of the Academy will be placed eled after the basic training academy in an internship at an SFPD District for new police recruits. They’ll be Promote Healthy Activities Station and/or SFPD Bureau. Through taught by SFPD Police Academy train- In Your District these internships, cadets will gain job ing staff. The program is designed You deserve more ways to build and career skills in a structured envi- to give these youth an enhanced friendship and trust in our com- ronment supervised by police officers hands-on job skills and leadership munity. When you see a youth who and will participate in police ride- development experience through deserve encouragement, is look- alongs, help at SFPD district station proper preparation and training. To ing for a mentor, is eager to work participate, youth must meet these hard and be part of a team, you can requirements: invite them to free and low-cost • Age 14-20 events all across the city with SFPAL. • Able participate in the program We have window decals, temporary from June 2014 to May 2015 tattoos, flyers for each program (base- • Reside or attend school in San ball, basketball jamborees, condition- Save the Date Francisco ing, law enforcement cadets, judo, Se- • Must complete an San Francisco ahawks football and cheer/dance, and San Francisco Police Activities League Police Department background soccer), flyers about all our activities, check (criminal history and driving posters to display, and more. record, if applicable) Just email Jenny Waggoner at ✺ Annual Golf Tournament ✺ • Be currently enrolled as a student [email protected] to get what in a high school or college program you need! • Have and maintain a 2.0 GPA or Flashback to 1959: higher The Founding of SFPAL! Again — the online application and Did you know that the POA Journal information is on our website at sfpal. has back issues online? We found a org/cadets. Or please stop by our office, treasure trove of great information, call (415) 401-4666 or email lorraine@ photos, funny stories, and more. For sfpal.org for materials you can email example, in the April 1959 edition or hand out to kids and families about we found this great article about the the Law Enforcement Cadet Program founding of SFPAL in what was then described as the “Official Organ of the Mark Your Calendar: Drop By San Francisco Police Officers’ Associa- Your District SFPAL Games! tion!” Here is an excerpt: PAL Spring Soccer is underway for almost 3,000 San Francisco kids every What’s In It For Us? weekend through May. As a member Here we have a chance to take part of the SFPD, you can provide guidance in an activity which will affect almost Thursday, May 8, 2014 and support to children growing up the entire community. Instead of let- Packages in our city like no one else can. One ting people form the impression that of the easiest ways for you to get in- we are just eating at the public trough $10,000 MVP volved is by dropping by our games to and only taking from the community, 11:00 a.m. Registration ($250) say hello, thanks, and encourage the we will show them that we wish to take $2,500 All Star kids, volunteers, and families. Here an active part in the life of the city. Noon Shotgun Start is a schedule of our upcoming soccer This will help kids, it will also help the policemen. $1,500 Head Coach matches around the city: Scramble Style Tournament Grattan Playground- We want this program to be more Saturdays 9am-5pm than just another youth activity. It $250 Individual (no dinner) must be a sincere effort supported by Louis Sutter Dinner every policeman, even if he doesn’t Saturdays 11am-5pm $100 Dinner only take an active part. Carl Larsen There are at present many youth Saturdays 9am-5pm programs which have not gotten off TPC Harding Park West Sunset: Saturdays 9am-5:45pm the ground with young people. This Beach Chalet #2 A/B and 2 C/D athletic program under the guidance 99 Harding Road, San Francisco Saturdays 9am-5:45pm of off-duty policemen can go a long Beach Chalet #3 way in the prevention field. Saturdays 2pm-5:45pm We have the potential within our For more information visit sfpal.org/golf Palega: Saturdays 8:30am-5:15pm ranks, we have the financial backing to get going. call 415-692-3556 or email [email protected] South Sunset #1 and #2 Saturdays 8am-1pm April 2014 POA Journal Page 33 Choosing a Personal Trainer By Rich Thurman and Yana Ibrahim rate should have a minimum level of allow a full week qualifications. trial for our Out- How do you choose a door Bootcamp. Personal Trainer? Things to check: 5. Remember that Choosing a car is easy right? Choos- 1. A University degree — Exercise you are in the ing which detergent to buy is a piece science, Physiology, Kinesiology drivers seat when of cake. Thumping on a watermelon or similar study is likely to pro- it comes to your to test whether it’s good or not is vide your trainer with a very good concerns. Don’t bringing you closer to that realm of foundation for understanding of be afraid to ask uncertainty… The same type of un- how the body responds to exercise questions. Your certainty that comes with selecting a and nutrition. personal trainer TheFitnessLibrary.com) personal trainer. 2. A certification from either the Na- should explain why you are doing But what should you do to deter- tional Strength & Conditioning certain exercises or why a specific Rich has a Bachelors of Science in mine if a personal trainer or personal Association (NSCA), American Col- protocol is necessary. Physiological Science from UCLA and a training company is right for you? lege of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or 6. You should not be going 100 miles Masters of Arts in Sports Management Here in San Francisco, there are the American Council on Exercise per hour from the start. If you from USF. He is a Certified Strength & tons of freelance trainers and personal (ACE). There are many others out become excessively sore after work- Conditioning Coach and Personal Trainer training companies promising quick, there, but these just give you an outs or if you suffer a training re- with over 15 years of experience in sports, easy and guaranteed results. Some of idea of some of the top tier certs lated injury while with your trainer health and fitness. Rich began his career them are more concerned with what available. and no adjustments are volunteering hundreds of hours with City they want out of you than helping College of San Francisco Athletic Train- 3. References are im- made or recommenda- you find what it is you truly want for ing, working in Physical Therapy clinics portant too. Check tions for proper help, yourself. and The Olympic Club of San Francisco. the trainers back- then look elsewhere. You He’s conducted group exercise and fitness ground and experi- came to get stronger and So what should you look for? workshops worldwide from the US to Asia ence. Ask for a Re- more fit, not end up im- First and foremost, check for cre- and worked with athletes from high school sume if necessary. mobile or in pain. dentials. A trainer, like any other to the Olympic/Professional level. The trainer is apply- professional who bills for an hourly Want to know more ing for a very important job; The or interested in Personal Training in To contact Rich for any professional job of working with your body. San Francisco Soma & Mission Bay, services, inquire at 415.990.4874 or info@ 4. Does the workout and style of the then check out www.XodusFitnessSF. xodusfitnessSF.com trainer fit you? Some trainers ex- com for program offerings or call us Co-author: Yana Ibrahim. Yana is the pect you to buy a big package sim- at 415-990-4874 wife of Xodus Fitness Head Coach Rich ply based on good faith. Shouldn’t Check out our programs at Xodus Thurman. She is a fitness professional you get the chance to test drive? Fitness by going to www.xodusfitness. with many years of They let you test drive a car with com or call coach Rich Thurman at experience. Yana is set a little collateral right? Personal 415.990.4874 to join Xodus Fitness trainers or personal training com- Rich Thurman III is the founder of and launch her own panies should allow you the chance Xodus Fitness (www.TeamXOFit.com) complementary fitness to try them out at least once. At which provides personal training and programs in early 2014 Xodus Fitness for example, we of- group fitness training as well as work- in the SF Area. Stay fer an Assessment/Trial Session for shops in San Francisco. He is the primary tuned. Personal Training and currently author of the The Fitness Library.(www.

Mark your calendars Join the World Champion San Francisco Giants Tuesday Night July 29, 2014 for the 11th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Night @ ATT Park Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates There will be a Pre-game Home Plate Memorial Tribute to Northern California Police Officers who have died in the line of duty with a flyover by law enforcement air units. TICKETS can be purchased starting March 3rd ◆ directly from the POA Office located at 800 Bryant St. SF ◆ via the web @ www.sfgiants.com/specialevents ◆ via telephone for groups 25 or more call (415) 972-2298 Please mention you are part of the Law Enforcement Group Seats are located on the view level starting behind home plate Proceeds from the ticket sales and include a Giants’ souvenir giveaway & a hosted pre-game benefit the California Peace Tailgate Party at the Mariposa Yacht Club @ 3 pm Officers Memorial and the Bay Area Law Enforcement For additional information contact Assistance Fund. Bob Guinan at [email protected]

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BURGES VIENNA April 2014 POA Journal Page 35 San Francisco Bay Area Law Enforcement Emerald Society 16th Annual Awards Dinner Dance at The United Irish Cultural Center ▲ Friday May 9, 2014 Cocktails 6 P.M. Dinner 7 P.M. Honoring William Roger Gargano ▲ CITIZEN OF THE YEAR And Sergeant Tom Maguire SFPD ▲ OFFICER OF THE YEAR Also Captain Mike “Bugsy” Moran SFPD (ret) ▲ LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Tickets $75, Table of 10, $700 Contact: Rachel Murphy 415-794-7918 ▲ e-Mail [email protected] Web Site: SFBALEES.COM P.O. Box 355, 236 West Portal Avenue, San Francisco CA 94127 ▲ Tel: 415-333-2478

Dispatcher of the Month

Date: February 26, 2014 To: Dawn Shaw,, Public Safety Dispatcher From: Florian Taylor, Employee Recognition Coordinator Re: Communications Dispatcher of the Month — March 2014 The Department of Emergency Man- agement has selected you as Communica- tions Dispatcher of the Month for March 2014 for your dedication to excellence during a radio channel emergency. On January 30, 2014 while operating radio channel A4, you heard two officers speaking discreetly. You immediately asked if there was an emergency. Shortly after, an officer advised that a vehicle was taking off on him. As he began to report the license plate he yelled “Oh! … he’s resisting … we have a 518 (Roll Over),” and requested two ambulances to respond Code 3. This incident began to escalate quickly. The Bayview sergeant requested more units to respond Code 3 to the scene. You broadcasted the 10-25 status (Request Backup Needed), and swiftly began adding and assigning units to respond accordingly. This event became highly charged but you did not falter. You maintained complete channel control while assigning someone to block intersections, broadcast safe avenue of approach, and direct a unit to recover a discarded bag of drugs. Dawn, you — along with your channel partners — got the needed response to diffuse this incident in a timely manner. You were professional, calm, and poised throughout. Your actions reflected positively on you and the Depart- ment of Emergency Management. This is another example of the great work you perform year after year. For being selected Dispatcher of the Month we are able to offer the following: • Parking in the “Employee of the Month” space for the month of February 2014 • One-hour off, with Shift Manager approval • “Employee of the Month” engraved pen and key chain • See’s Candy Gift Card Page 36 POA Journal April 2014 163rd St. Patricks Day Parade, March 15, 2014

The Grand Flags: USA, Ireland, and The Emerald Society All ready to take up the Collection: Pat Burke, Mike Philpott, Brian Philpott, Joe McFadden, Aislin Roche, Brian Guiney and Brian Burke photos by patrick burke and jennifer burke

Officer Matt Falliano takes a break while Supervisor London Breed, DC Lynn Tomioko, Chief Greg Suhr, Solos and Mounted Officers Lead the 163rd Annual St.Patrick’s Day Parade Police Commissioner Suzy Loftus and two of her daughters are “held up” by Pat Burke for a happy photo.

SFPD Chaplain Father Mi- Sgt. Micky Griffin SFPD Range Master (ret), chael Healy with his niece Officer Elizabeth Prillinger’s and Sgt Joan with his son Sgt. Patrick Griffin and Micky’s Sgt. Patti Campion-Healy and children Noleen Pattison and her Cronin grandchildren Paris-Jean, Amanda, and Jack, wearing the Green and Gold of Kerry. daughter Marycora

Lt. Brian Philpott with sons Neal and Dermot; Commander Joe Garrity and Officer Pat Burke (32 DC Hector Sainez, Captain Mike Redmond, and Officer Sue Rolevich and horse Deuce; Officer Aislin Saint Patrick’s Day Parades in Uniform) Lt. Charles Limbert Roche at her first Parade in uniform