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VOLUME 37, NUMBER 3 SAN FRANCISCO, MARCH 2005 www.sfpoa.org ------Taking Your Shot at PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE F.A.T.S Training By Gary Delagnes SFPOA President By Brenda B. Walker to get as close to the real thing and have scenarios shot right here in our irst of all I would like to thank ev- own backyard. Just think: we can film Everyone in the department has eryone who supported me during been through the F.A.T.S. course at the in Golden Gate Park, Downtown, the the recently concluded presiden- Marina, the Airport or any other prime F Academy. We all know how valuable tial election. Your faith in me will not the training has been and how much locations. go unrewarded. I ask a lot of myself it has benefited us. Some of you have Sgt. Dennis Quinn is in charge of F.A.T.S. and will be interested and will continue to do so when rep- in hearing from anyone who resenting the interests of our members. It has been a stressful two months for would like to offer his or her me and my family. To travel around ideas about particular inci- our officers deal with daily. At the same dents so that we can create the city and talk to every watch and unit was time consuming and at the time we have made tremendous strides scenarios to suit your needs. same time very rewarding. economically. Our pensions have nev- Keep in mind that we are look- er been better. Our working conditions ing for "use of force" scenarios While there are many issues that divide us, there are more that unite us (4-10) and legal defense programs are and furthermore, we cannot without equal. Our political strength, replicate incidents involving in our common goal to be the best po- lice department in the country. I have both locally and statewide, is in place. pending cases. Please let us discovered through my visits that we We have a working relationship with hear from you. have a very young and a very old de- our own administration and an open F.A.T.S. has proven to be partment. We have many members on dialogue whenever we request it. It is one of the top training tools the cusp of retirement, and many more my job to represent you, be vocal in at the academy and provides just starting their careers. The goals are your defense, and cover your back. mentioned that it would be great to a safe and personal environment to sometimes different, the generational My style will continue to be aggres- have use of force scenarios that would learn in. We now have the opportunity gaps are apparent, but the overall phi- sive. Being a cop in San Francisco is reflect our city environment and to improve and personalize our own losophy remains the same. not easy, and being the president of landscapes. Guess what? Your wish F.A.T.S. training course. Contact Sgt. No other police department in the your union can be frustrating as well. has come true. Yes, we now have our Quinn at 401-4646 with your ideas or country is put under the constant scru- We have been very successful working own F.A.T.S. authoring station to cre- Brenda B. Walker at 415-404-4689. tiny that our members are subjected to within the parameters of city govern- ate niir own F.ATS. on a daily basis. We have no problem ment to obtain for you the wages and scenarios. with an impartial civilian oversight benefits that you richly deserve. I Officers Mam- process, but at times it simply doesn't know I will never be able to reach you mone, Mooney, Hicks make sense when charging officers all. A certain percentage of the people and I went through with baseless allegations. Add to that will never like you or approve of the a three-day training dilemma, the arrogance of a police way you conduct business. It has been class at the Academy commissioner, you have created a important for me to realize that fact to learn how to pro- recipe for disaster. and always try to consider what is best duces scenarios with Every police shooting precipitates for 2200 people in any decision I have the F.A.T.S. Author- cries of murder and brutality by to make. I commit to you my loyalty ing Station. The au- people and organizations with their and honesty. Your trust will never be thoring station is a own agendas. No police department taken for granted. Thank you for the computer program in America is called upon to deal with great work you do. that is strictly used the variety of issues and situations that for creating and edit- ing F.A.T.S. scenarios. It's an excellent way The Buzz is Back "Buzz the Fuzz" is May 13th, 2005 By Mike Siebert Park Station In May of 2003 officers throughout the Bay Area got together for Buzz the Fuzz. The glorious day was the fourth campaign for hairless officers of the SFPD and other Bay Area agencies. The hard working officers each raised over $1000 to participate in this worthwhile event. Over $120,000 was raised by these outstanding officers and went di- rectly to the kids. In May, we are going to have another Buzz event and coincide it with our own Police Day. Boston Properties and the Embarcadero have graciously donated Justin Herman Plaza for our event. During the course of the day we will have all the Police Toys (talking car, transport wagons, police dogs, tactical entry wagon and other police tools) for the public to view. It should be a great day. To join in the event either contact: Inspector Pierre Martinez of the DV unit 553-1075, OfficerJoe Garbayo of Co. B 553-1373, OfficerJohn Torrise Co. A 315-2400 or Officer Mike Siebert Co. F, 242-3000. Page 2POA Journal March 2005 SFPOA Board of Directors Meeting February 16th, 2005 Meeting called to order by President Officer Tozzini at Mission Station, The Chief is awaiting the final paper ing by 2-11-05. As soon as the POA is Delagnes at 1310 hrs, followed by the 558-5400. work from the City Controller's Office. made aware of Judge Kramer's ruling, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call of the We anticipate the Sergeant positions we will notify you VIA POA bulletin Board of Directors. President's Message being filled in the near future and we and through your reps. President Delagnes talked about the are also working to do the same with Guest Speakers election results and broke down the the Inspector's positions. Committee Updates Representatives from Bakar Fitness various results by detail and unit. Presi- Inspector John Cagney is Chair of and Recreation Center gave a presenta- dent Delagnes thanked the out-going The POA has also received an opin- the Case Analysis Committee, Officer tion to the Board Members and other and re-elected representatives for the ion from DHR that the Chief may ex- Theresa San Giacomo (TTF) is Co- members that were present. hard work they have provided to the tend the current Sergeant's list for six Chair. Officer San Giacomo informed UCSF will be opening Bakar Fitness POA over the past two years. President months. We are also waiting for word the Board that the committee is up and at Mission Bay in July 2005. Bakar Delagnes then congratulated and wel- from the City Attorney's Office in re- running. The purpose of this commit- Fitness extended their Special Corpo- comed the newly elected Board Mem- gards to this matter. The POA will keep tee is to track certain cases through the rate Membership Discount for POA bers, President Delagnes talked about the members apprised of the status. DA's Office (ie:, Major 148 PC, Battery members and their families. Monthly the future goals of the POA (Drop On Police Officers, Certain Weapon dues are estimated to be $60-$65 per Program, P-2 Program and the restruc- Police Memorial cases, etc). The committee members month, with an enrollment fee of $75- turing of certain SFPOA committees). The Annual Police Memorial will have had several meetings with Russ $ 125. The price of the enrollment fee President Delagnes also spoke of the be occurring in Sacramento on May Giantini who is second in command at depends on the membership package roles of the Executive Board and Board 5th and 6th. The POA encourages as the DA's Office. Mr. Giantini has been purchased. As each month passes, the of Directors emphasizing the fact that many members as possible to attend. very receptive to our concerns and he enrollment fee will increase until the all need to be more responsive to the On Friday May 6th the POA will be looks forward to working with the POA facility in opened. Bakar Fitness will be members. President Delagnes also providing a continental breakfast for and this newly established committee. approximately 63,000 square feet with thanked recently retired Vice President our members and transportation on The Case Analysis Committee will on-site validated parking. The hours of Jack Minkel for his 30 years of service coach buses to and from the memo- be sending out forms to the District operation will be M-F 0600-2200, S-S with the SFPD and for his tireless work rial. The POA will keep you updated Stations next week for Officers to fill 0730-2000. Depending on the needs of and dedication to the POA. via POA bulletins and articles in the out when they have a case they wish the membership, the hours are subject POA Journal. tracked. The forms will be self explana- to change. Representatives will also be Swearing In The Annual National Police Memo- tory. Please contact your station rep if contacting the various station, unit Parliamentarian Mike Hebel swore rial will take place in Washington DC you have any questions. reps to schedule future presentations in the Executive Board and newly the following week. We anticipate that at the various units and details. You elected Board Members. more than 100 SFPD members will be Financial Requests may also visit their office at 1675 Ow- attending. It is my understanding that SFPD Operation Dream requested ens St (Mission Bay) or visit them on Budget all rooms that have been blocked and a donation for their annual Easter the web at www.mbfitness.ucsf.edu . Treasurer Halloran gave a verbal reserved by SFPD members have been egg hunt at TI. A motion to donate Officer Gian Tozzini (Mission Sta- presentation of the 2005 budget to filled. Anyone that has not secured a $500.00 was made by Officer Theresa tion) addressed the Board regarding the Board of Directors and provided flight or hotel room is encouraged to San Giacomo (TTF) and seconded by legislation being brought forth by each with a printed copy. Sergeant do so ASAP. Officer Val Kirwan (SRO Officer Derrick Jackson (Bayview). The Supervisor Chris Daly. Supervisor George Rosko (Co A) made a motion Mission Station) has been instrumen- motion was moved forward and passed 'Daly is attempting to pass legislation to accept the proposed budget, with tal in planning the Washington DC by a unanimous voice vote. making it illegal to own or possess a a second by Sergeant/Inspector Lynn trip and you may wish to contact him Treasurer Halloran received a writ- firearm within the City and County of Atkinson (Narc). The motion passed for further information. ten donation request from the Nation- San Francisco. Officer Tozzini is asking unanimously by voice vote. al Law Enforcement Memorial Fund the POA for support in defeating this Legal Update Museum in Washington DC. The POA proposed legislation. The matter was Promotional Update Many of you know that Superior has given money to this organization taken under submission and will be The Chief is meeting with the May- Court Judge Kramer is the Judge who in the past. Officer Pat Burke (Park) discussed by the Board at a future date. or working out the economic issues heard the case regarding the POST stated that he has detailed information If you would like further information involved in filling the 12 requisitions Pay/Poison Pill lawsuit. Judge Kramer including a video on this organization. regarding the topic, you may contact she has for the position of Sergeant. also has the Ventura Decision and The presentation will be given at the Gay Marriage cases under submission. March Board Meeting and the request It was the understanding of the POA was tabled until then. that Judge Kramer would make a ruling Respectfully Submitted, 2005 POA Journal Submission Deadlines on our case within 90 days of closing Tony Montoya, These are the deadlines are for submission of articles, bulletins, pho- arguments, The POA expected a rul- POA Secretary tographs, and members only free classified ads. Deadlines are subject to change without notice, but whenever possible the new deadline will be The San Francisco Police published in a timely manner. Paid advertising deadlines are separate. Contact the editor for information regarding advertising deadlines at POA J011-It [email protected]. To appear in The submission deadline is April 2005 ...... March 25, 2005 May 2005 ...... April 25, 2005 June 2005 ...... May 23, 2005 July 2005 ...... June 23, 2005 August 2005 ...... July 22, 2005 September 2005 ...... August 24, 2005 SFPOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS October 2005...... September 23, 2005 PRESIDENT ...... Gary Delagnes Co. H ...... Jennifer Marino, Michael Walsh November 2005...... October 24, 2005 VICE PRESIDENT ...... Kevin Martin Co. I...... Joe Finigan, John Scully December 2005 ...... November 21, 2005 SECRETARY ...... Tony Montoya Co. J ...... Jesus Pena, Theresa San Giacomo TREASURER ...... Martin Halloran Co. K...... Donald Moorehouse, Dean Taylor January 2006...... December 22, 2005 Co. A ...... Ron Ophir, George Rosko TAC...... Mark Madsen, Jason Sawyer Co. B...... Chris Breen, Mike Nevin INSPECTORS ...... Jim Balovich, Pierre Martinez Co. C ...... Derrick Jackson, Mike Moran HEADQUARTERS..... Dennis Callaghan, Neville Gittens Co. D ...... Teresa Ewins, James H. Miller NARCOTICS ...... Lynne Atkinson, John Cagney EDITORIAL POLICY: The POA Journal is the official newspaper of the San Francisco Police Of- Co. E...... Tim Flaherty, John Van Koll AIRPORT BUREAU...... Robert Belt, Bob Chapman ficers Association and is published to express the policies, the ideals and the accomplishments Co. F ...... Patrick Burke, Mike Siebert RETIRED ...... Ray Allen of the Association. It is the POA Journal's editorial policy to allow members to express their Co. G ...... Dean Sorgie individual opinions and concerns within the necessary considerations of legality and space. ASSOCIATION OFFICE: (415) 861-5060 Submissions that are racist, sexist, and/or unnecessarily inflammatory or offensive will not be published. Contributors must include their names with all submissions but may request that ADDRESS ALL CORRESPONDENCE TO: Editor, POA Journal, 800 Bryant St., 2nd Floor, San their names not be printed. Anonymously submitted material will not be published. The SFPOA Francisco, CA 94103. No responsibility whatever is assumed by the POA Journal and/or the San Francisco Police Officers Association for unsolicited material. and the POA Journal are not responsible for unsolicited material. The editors reserve the right The POA Journal is the official publication of the San Francisco Police Officers Association. to edit submissions to conform to this policy. However, opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the SFPOA or the San Francisco Police Department. REPRINT/REPRODUCTION POLICY: The POA and POA Journal reserve all rights. 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The POA and the POA Journal do not necessarily consider persons depicted or represented • Writers are assured freedom of expression within necessary limits of space and good taste. by graphics, photographs, or other likeness obtained in a public venue to be "public figures" • The editor reserves the right to add editor's notes to any article submitted, if necessary. • Articles should be typed, double-spaced, or submitted on disk in Microsoft Word. and any reproduction or redistribution of said graphic or photograph may also require the express permission of the person depicted. Any altering of, or unauthorized redistribution of, ADVERTISING: Contact Ray Shine, Advertising Director (415) 861-5060 or other use of a graphic or photograph published in the POA Journal that misrepresents the POSTMASTER: Send address changes to POA Journal, 800 Bryant St., 2nd Fl., San Francisco 94103. original context of its use is expressly prohibited. Periodicals Postage Paid at San Francisco, CA. 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Left to right: Tim Flaherty, Northern Station rep; Mary Halloran, Treasurer; Gary Delagnes, President; Kevin Martin, Vice President; Tony Montoya, Secretary; Bob Chap- man, Airport Bureau; Ray Allen, Retirees; and Dean Taylor, Traffic, all take the oath of office at the February 16 Board of Directors meeting. Board of Directors Meeting Roll Call Wednesday, February 16, 2005 Co. I John Scully P President Gary Delagnes P Joe Finigan P E Vice President Kevin Martin Co. K Don Moorehouse P Secretary Tony Montoya P Dean Taylor P Treasurer Marty Halloran P Hdqtr. Dennis Callaghan E Editor Ray Shine E Neville Gittens P Co.A Ron Ophir P Narcotics John Cagney E George Rosko P Lynne Atkinson P Co. B Chris Breen P Tactical Mark Madsen P Mike Nevin P Jason Sawyer P Co. C Mike Moran P Invest. Jim Balovich E Derrick Jackson P Pierre Martinez P Co.D James H. Miller P TTF Jesus Pena P Teresa Ewins P Theresa San Giacomo P Co. E Tim Flaherty P Airport Robert Belt P John Van Koll P Bob Chapman P Co. F Mike Siebert P Retired Ray Allen P Patrick Burke P Dean Sorgie P Col G 2004 POA Tax Deductible Dues Co.H Jennifer Marino P $1,129.22 Mike Walsh P Calendar of Events Mark your calendars for the following meetings and events by the POA and its friends and supporters. Check here often for the posting of new events, and the updating of old ones. 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 editor at [email protected] .

Event Location Date & Time Coordinator

Meeting, Veteran Police Officers Association 3255 Folsom, SF March 8, 2005, 11:00 AM Gale Wright 415-731-4765

Meeting, Widows & Orphans Aid Association Ingleside Police Station, March 8, 2005, 2:00 PM Mark Hurley 415-681-3660 Community Rm.

Meeting, Retired Employees of CCSF Irish Cultural Center March 9, 2005, 1:00 PM Sara Johnson 415-681-5949 Parade, St. Patrick's Day Parade Market at 2nd Street March 13, Noon Patrick Burke, Park Sta. 415-242-3000 February POA General Membership Meeting POA Building March 16, 2005, 1:00 PM POA Office, 415-861-5060 POA Blood Drive 510 7th Street, SF Wednesday, April 13, 2005 Mark Hawthorne 553-1506 11:00 AM till 8:00 PM

Tournament, "Guns & Hoses" SF Tennis Club, April 30, 2005, 4:00 PM Anna Brown, 415-553-1180 Charity Tennis Challenge 5th and Brannan Memorial, California Police Officers Memorial, Honoring SFPD Officer Isaac Espinoza Sacramento, California May 5 and 6, 2005 Val Kirwan, SRO Program 415-558-5400 Memorial, National Peace Officers Memorial Honoring SFPD Officer Isaac Espinoza Washington, DC May 13, 14 and 15, 2005 Val Kirwan, SRO Program 415-558-5400

Fundraisers, Buzz-the-Fuzz events for Wish Upon A Star Foundation San Francisco May of 2005 Mike Siebert, 415-242-3000 Page 4 POA Journal March 2005

The regular meeting of the Wid- years before going to Ingleside. Jack Station. He retired in 1975. Jim was in the Mission. He attended Mission ows' and Orphans' Aid Association of made Sergeant and worked Mission a member of the Dolphin Club and High School. He served his country the San Francisco Police Department for a few years before going to Traffic made several Golden Gate swims. as a member of the Navy during WW was called to order by President Fred APB. Jack retired from the APB detail EUGENE L. VAN TRICHT, 78 years. II. Upon his discharge, he returned to Pardella at 2:05 PM in the Conference in 1969. Jack was awarded several Eugene was born in San Francisco and San Francisco and worked as a ware- Room of Ingleside Station. Captain Comp's. One was for the ar- grew up in the Excelsior District. He at- houseman before he entered the Police rest of three burglary suspects, another tended Balboa High School and served Academy in 1948. His first assignment PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by for the arrest of a suspect who robbed his country as a Marine in WW II as- was Ingleside for 18 years. He then President Fred Pardella. and assaulted a shopkeeper. Jack was signed to the Pacific Theater. Upon his went to Park for a few years, then on big in the Masonic Order and served as discharge he returned home and en- to Richmond where, after four years, ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present Captain of the Drum and Bugle Corps. tered the Police Academy in 1948. His he retired. Paul played on the Depart- were President Fred Pardella, Vice He also was a Distinguished Master first assignment was Traffic. He worked ment baseball team as a big right hand President Mike Kemmitt, Treasurer Jim Shooter. Old timers who worked at the the fixed post detail in the downtown pitcher. He had a nick name "the silver Sturken, and Secretary Mark Hurley. Range when Jack was shooting remem- area. He then went to the three-wheel fox". He loved to play golf and enjoyed Trustees present were Dave Fontana, ber how he could split a playing card motorcycle detail and worked the ad- his many trips to Reno. John Centurioni and Matt Gardner. put on edge from 25 yards with his ministration end. He made Sergeant NEW MEMBERS: None Trustees excused were Joe Garrity and 6" .45 cal revolver. Also how he could and worked city prison for a few SUSPENSIONS: Pursuant to Article Rene La Prevotte. Also in attendance practice shooting various handguns, months before he went back to Traffic. ill, Section 3, of the by-laws. (Did not were Past Presidents Bob Mc Kee, Bill totaling 300 rounds, and have every Eugene worked with the civilian three- complete Probationary period) Darryl Hardeman and Ray Crosat. one in the black. He was also known wheel motorcycle detail as a supervisor Webb and Warren White. President to put rounds in the "0-ring and take until he retired in 1976. He was very Pardella so ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: We had a a short break, have a little nip, then active with our blood bank and was a REPORT OF TRUSTEES: The repre- $100.00 donation sent from Mr. and put the rest of the rounds in the "X" member of the 15-gallon club. He was sentatives from Bank of America were Mrs. Richard Olsen of Edina, Min- ring. awarded a silver medal of valor for the not at this meeting. They were at the nesota for the fine work of Officer JAMES GLAFKIDES, 85 years. arrest of an armed suspect holding up February 1, 2005 meeting at the Bank Doug Kandetzki of our Airport Bureau Jim was born in San Francisco and a pharmacy. He worked security jobs Of America on California St. Basically for recovery of a bag they left at the grew up in Noe Valley. He attended after he retired, namely at the Trans they want to move us out of some Travelers Aid Station. Also, a $50.00 Commerce High School. He served in America Building. of out large cap stocks and get into donation from the Red Rock Hill As- the Navy during WW II. After being JOHN W. MC CARTHY, 82 years. Mid cap stocks. They also want us sociation. discharged, he attended USF before John was born in San Francisco and in a little more on the International entering the Police Academy in 1947. grew up in Noe Valley. He attended Equity end. BILLS: Treasurer Jim Sturken pre- His first assignment was Ingleside for a Mission High School and worked in NEW BUSINESS: This is the first sented the usual bills. Motion by few months before going to Southern. his family owned gas station on 24th month that Secretary Hurley has used McKee and seconded by Crosat that He then went on to Central for a year Street off of Sanchez (in the middle the cell phone that the trustees ap- the bills be paid. Motion carried. before going on military leave and of the block). John entered the Police proved and it seems to be working well into the Korean conflict as an Air Force Academy in 1948. His first assignment with the membership getting a quicker WE HAD FIVE DEATHS THIS pilot. He served for two years before was HDQ Cab Detail and License and response to their inquiries. PAST MONTH: returning to the department and being Permits. He worked that detail for 15 ADJOURNMENT: President Pardella JOHN R. SOUTHERN, 95 years (was assigned to Central Station. He was as- years before he went to City Prison had a moment of silence for our our oldest member). Jack was born in signed to Taraval Station when he was where he remained until he retired in departed members and also for the San Jose and spent his youth in that promoted to sergeant and transferred 1976. John was a very accomplished members of the military serving their city. He was a member of Local 85 to Northern Station. During the Viet photographer and loved to go to the country. He set the next meeting for Teamsters union before he entered Nam War he was called back to mili- racetrack to get the action shots he Tuesday, March 8, 2005 at 2PM in the Police Academy in 1942 at the tary service and served for another two shared with all of us. He also won the Conference Room of Ingleside age of 33. Jack worked on the Golden years as an Air Force Colonel. After awards for his pictures of our San Fran- Station. Gate Bridge dropping off steel for the that military service, Jim returned cisco Giants Baseball team. Fraternally, actual construction. His first Depart- home and spent the last five years PAUL P. KURPINSKY, 83 years. Paul Mark Hurley, ment assignment was Traffic for nine of his department service at Taraval was born in San Francisco and grew up Secretary.

om the archive... SF Policeman, March 1985

eeling from a series of SFPD scandals, exposes, and arrests of the notorious and the notable, the sprang into First-Aid mode in the March, 1985 issue of the SF Policeman. Piled onto the POA rale gurney was the beaten and bruised body of the association following a series of media-spurred idents and events. Among the mainstream headline grabbers were the infamous Rathskellar sex ty inquiry before the Police Commission; the arrest of Porn goddess Marilyn Chambers at the arrell Theater and the subsequent arrest of her media champion, Warren Hinckle; questions ncerning SFPD tapping into Public Defender files; and Chief Con Murphy's boat ownership and cess to berthing privileges at Fisherman's Wharf. Their collective dander up, the most prominent names in the POA took pen to paper to address iese issues, including the front page lead by Mike Hebel titled "What's Right With The SFPD" lso on Page One was an article by Paul Chignell reporting about 0CC clearing officers in the PD les, O'Farrell Theater, and Hinckle arrest cases. On the inside pages, POA Secretary Dan Linehan Lefends the Chambers/Hinckle arrests, Steve Johnson wonders about the non-existent adminis- :rative support for the officers involved in the arrests, and Tactical rep Don Woolard takes on the Local newspapers, likening them to the National Enquirer. It was quite an interesting time. March 2005 POA Journal Page 5 You" to Steve Johnson for organizing AROUNDTHE the event and let's hope that he'll do it next year and that 800 will show POA Election Results up... DEPARTMENT he deadline for returning POA ballots was February 11, 2005. On • . .Elections: Monday, February 14, 2005, members of the POA Election Commit- The POA election is now over and Ttee collected all ballots from the US Postal Service and conducted By Al Casciato the work of negotiating the next con- a ballot count and the following tabulation at the POA office. Wining tract has already begun. Our leadership candidates are highlighted in bold print. will need the support of all, whether or not you voted for them. Stay informed President Co. I (Two Seats) by reading the POA Journal thoroughly Gary Delagnes 782 Jesus Pena 56 and getting constant briefings from Dan Linehan 402 Theresa San Giacomo 37 your station or unit representative Hector Basurto 31 about what is going on... Vice President Kevin Martin 858 Co. K (Two Seats) .Retirement Board Election: Joe Buono 308 Don Moorehouse 48 I want to thank all of those who Dean Taylor 39 worked so hard to get me reelected to Co. A (Two Seats) Alan McCann 22 the Retirement Board. I will be sworn George Rosko 55 into the 5 year term on Thursday Ron Ophir 55 Headquarters (Two seats) March 10, at 6PM in the 3rd floor Jesse Heredia 30 Dennis Callaghan 74 atrium of the POA building at 800 Neville Gittens 60 Bryant. City Attorney Dennis Herrera Co. C (Two Seats) Matt Castagnola 56 will administer the oath of office. All Mike Moran 60 are welcome to attend... Derrick Jackson 44 Investigations (Two seats) Dominic Yin 23 Jim Balovich 116 .Veteran POA: Pierre Martinez 85 The retirees have elected John Mm- Co. H (Two Seats) Glenn Sylvester 46 Mike Walsh 43 Births: derman as the new President of the Veteran POA and Ray Allen as their Jennifer Marino 38 Airport Bureau (Two seats) Michelle Jean 33 Mike Chapman 70 ob and Nancy Cebalo (Central designee to the POA Board of Direc- tors. John and Ray look forward to Mans Goldsborough9 Bob Belt 61 Station) proudly announce Bob Swall 31 Rthe birth of their second child having the retirees work closely with the actives for the good of all... Elizabeth Maron 22 Ainira Ann Cebalo 6 lbs. 14 oz born Ken Canedo 19 February 9 at 1414 hours. Big brother Alexander 2 years is just thrilled with .St. Patrick's Day: his new sister. - Joe and Michele Solo, Steve Hutzler has chosen to Lynch (Airport/REACT) are thrilled retire on St. Patrick's Day, Thursday with the arrival of a set of twins. Spen- March 17, 2005. Steve says this way cer James Sibs. Soz. and Samantha he knows that everyone will celebrate Edith 3lbs. Soz. were born on January his day with him. We wish Steve and 31, 2005. Joe an avid baseball coach his family all the best as they relocate 1) Since its incorporation in 1946, just four individuals have served in the will now have a vested interest in two to the State of Oregon... capacity as POA Welfare Officer. Of the four POA Welfare Officers listed teams. Little league is now just around below, who is the longest serving? the corner... Congrats to all, have fun .Staffing Shortage: and God bless!... Both Deputy Chief Antonio Parra a) William Conroy and POA President Gary Delagnes b) Ted Dolan • . .First Time: concur that the Department is over c) Mike Hebel For the first time a law enforcement 250 officers short and that the situa- d) William Bigarani officer has received the California tion is going to get worse before it gets Emergency Services Association's Gold better. The situation is critical and the 2) Who was the Governor of California that signed into law the Peace Achievement Award. The 2004 award responsibility for whether it gets bet- Officers' Bill of Rights? went to our own retired Range Master ter or worse rests with the Mayor and Michael "Mickey" Griffin who cur- Board of Supervisors. A real hot seat a) George Deukmajian rently serves as the Assistant Chief, when you have no budget... b) Jerry Brown Law Enforcement Branch Governor's c) Ronald Reagan Office of Emergency Services. Good job ...POST Commissioner: d) Pat Brown Mickey we are very proud of you... Congratulations to Sergeant Nelson e) Pete Wilson Lum, Central Station, who is serving on the POST Commission, having 3) Forty years ago, Q-2 salary was less than $20,000 per year. How much been appointed by the Governor. It is were the annual POA dues? a great honor to have one of our own members serving on the Police Officers a) $200 Standards and Training Commission. b) $150 If you have any ideas or suggestions, C) $18 send them to Nelson at Central Sta- d) $10 tion. e) No dues were collected .Need Help: The Q2 Oral Exams will be held Answers: March 20 through 27. The Department needs raters, both sworn and commu- 8I JO Sflp jenuui ue P!ed sqmm VOd 'c961 uj : Si JMSU qj (E Joseph Matteoni with his father, Al nity members, for the approximate 1,000 candidate interviews. Interested MeI OU parties should submit names via Dis- SqpJ JO jcj ,SJJT.JJo 1fl pujs OT{M JOUJA0 UJOJ3 tTT SM UMO1 .Promotion: i(iif 'pUj)jeO JO 1OXJA aq4 sp U114 pUODS sp4 2uiAjas MON :q si 1MSU qj (z Retired Inspector Al Matteoni trict Station Captains. This is good proudly reports that his son Joseph experience for officers interested in sic nsuo Matteoni was recently promoted to taking promotional exams. o oj XTnp sq uq seq ITN JDUJO JJPM : j Si JMSU qj (j Sergeant in the Grass Valley Police Department. Al was honored by the Announcements, notices or tid- Grass Valley PD when they allowed bits can be e-mailed to alfrmsf@ aol. corn, faxed to 552-5741, or mailed to him to participate in the promotional —40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE - ceremony by pinning the star on Jo- Around the Department, 800 Bryant seph. We congratulate Joseph on his St., 2nd Floor, SF, CA 94103. Serving San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area promotion and thank Al for sharing a I P proud moment... AENZI P Retirement Board • .Delayed New Year's: Election Results The POA New Year's dinner dance New Construction • Additions • Remodeling held Saturday February 12th at Fort Al Casciato Police 7602 Bob Faenzi, SFPD CO. K Copper Repiping • Water Heaters Mason was a very nice event. Approxi- Ed Walsh DPT 4832 Tel: (650) 344-2114 Service • Repair mately 400 persons showed up and Ben Kutnick Airport 2477 Voice Mail: (415) 730-1485 Bonded and Insured • License No. 539363 enjoyed the festivities. A big "Thank Page 6 POA Journal March 2005

Press Release POA Case Analysis Committee

District Attorney Secures By John Cagneyy, management team, Russ Giuntini and Chair Lou Landini are part and parcel of why the relationship between the Police Conviction In Torture Case The election of Kamala Harris as San Dept. and D.A. 's office continues to Man faces life in prison for beating girlfriend and Francisco District Attorney has created improve. Mr. Giuntini and Mr. Lan- ripping out her eyeball the opportunity for a new, more con- dini have shown a solid commitment structive alliance between the Police in ensuring that serious felony cases Department and DA's office. Most of involving assaults on police officers, By Debbie Mesloh, us who work closely with the DA's of- weapons violations, and violent fel- DA Kamala Harris' Office fice would agree that this relationship ons are prosecuted to the full extent has grown stronger and more focused of the law, Kamala Harris and her SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- District At- in the last year in our joint efforts to management team have expressed to torney Kamala D. Harris announced combat crime and serve the citizens of the POA that they will have an open the conviction of Monte Haney of six San Francisco. door policy to our members in better felony charges ranging from torture to The POA Executive Board and improving on how we can accomplish assault with a deadly weapon. Steve Johnson have sought to build this goal. The committee also sees this The defendant, who was 29 at the on this momentum by creating the as a two way street. Representatives of time of the crime, could now spend his Case Analysis Committee. The idea the District Attorney's Office will be life behind bars for viciously assault- behind the committee is a forum for encouraged to use the Case Analysis ing Margie Holmes on June 11, 2002, police officers and DA's to better com- Committee as a forum to educate and brutally attacking her with a VCR and municate on the nuts and bolts of why improve the information, reports, and a knife. He also ripped out Holmes' left cases are handled and concluded in the court presentations on the part of our eyeball. As a result of the attack, the manner that they are. Too often, over members. victim now wears a glass eye. worked and overwhelmed Inspectors, The Case Analysis Committee will "This conviction should strike fear and Deputy DA's, don't have the time serve our members by encouraging in the hearts of abusers because there Officer Jon Cook or opportunity to fully explain the officers to send police reports and are dire consequences for their ac- great bodily injury, spousal abuse and disposition of cases to the officers that whatever information they have on tions," said District Attorney Harris. criminal threats. They also found all make the arrests. Officers in the field a particular case to the POA for re- "I also hope it will encourage more of the allegations to be true, these be- are sometimes left with the feeling that view. These cases will be assigned to victims to come forward. We will send ing: great bodily injury, use of a deadly cases are disposed of in a manner that a committee member who will look these abusers to prison so they can weapon, to wit knife. The guilty verdict slights the hard work and personal into which Inspectors, Federal Agents, never hurt anyone again." followed a four-week jury trial before risks that officers take in arresting hard Probation, Parole agents, Deputy DAs San Francisco Police found and ar- Superior Court Judge Carol Yaggy. core violent felons, sometimes (often and Judges handled a case, and what rested Haney in the area of Castro and Haney faces life in prison as a result times) the same hard core felons, over the results of the case were. At a mini- 18th Streets on the day following the of the guilty verdicts of aggravated and over again. The common refrain mum, the committee would like to attack. While responding to assist in mayhem and torture. The sentencing - anyone who has worked the streets for put officers in touch with those rep- the arrest of Haney, Officer Jon Cook is scheduled for March 11, 2005 before a while hears is "why is the guy not in resentatives of the system who move died from injuries sustained during a Judge Yaggy in Department 27. jail?" "What does it take to put this a case through the criminal justice collision between two police vehicles. The conviction is the result of a guy away?" process. More interest, impute, and Several other officers sustained severe lengthy investigation by Inspector Three of the greatest sources of accountability on the part of all of us injuries in the crash. Tim Brophy of Night Investigations, frustration for our members are the can only improve the final outcome The jury, after deliberating two and DAI Investigator Preston Lee and cases involving assaults on officers, of cases. The Committee also intends days, found Haney guilty on February Assistant District Attorney Patrick criminals in possession of dangerous to take specific assault on officers, 15 of aggravated mayhem, torture, Mahoney, who prosecuted the case weapons, and criminals who commit gun charges, and violent felon cases assault with a deadly weapon (knife), for the people. violent crimes on the citizens of our that have "fallen through the cracks" assault with force likely to produce city. Everyday arrests of these types to the District Attorney's Office for of criminals often end up in results consultation on what remedies, if

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As I have about in previous meetings, the pri- ensure we have the most progressive SFPOA representatives and the 0CC mentioned in previous articles, the mary emphasis of all district stations Association in this country. I will investigators to work together for the intent of this committee is to hear will be staffing the sector cars first. also be working on many of the ideas purpose of improving the way things from officers on the street about ways Several Committee members shared during the campaign in order are done at their level. the Department could better improve brought up the point of a severe to improve communications and take And, most importantly, we need all aspects of patrol, ranging from staff- staffing shortage at almost all district the necessary steps to remain available police officers. Our personnel staff- ing radio car sectors and foot beats, to stations, with Park and Taraval Sta- to respond to your needs. ing is at a critical stage and I will be concerns regarding deficient and un- tions being singled out as the most Our first objective will be to en- working with Chief Heather Fong and safe equipment. In order to completely severe. The Chief was well aware of hance our SFPOA website: Mayor Gavin Newsom to increase our understand how the Patrol Division this critical problem, and said that I want the latest information avail- numbers. works, I have included a lieutenant the administration is hoping to better able to you on a secure site where I cannot accomplish what we need and captain on the committee. As an deal with the staffing storage with a you can give us the feedback we need alone. This will be a group effort. I will added bonus, Deputy Chief of FOB, re-shuffling of probationary officers, so that we can continue to work as a rely heavily on the other members of Greg Suhr, requested to be added to along with augmenting district sta- team. my Executive Board and the Board of the committee so that the members tions with officers who were previously I want to expand the participation Directors to create a Mission Statement assigned to Patrol force can get a on modified duty. The department is of our members in the many SFPOA and to make sure it is fulfilled. better understanding as to why and hiring approximately 150 new officers Committees: But I will also need your help and how the command staff makes their in the current fiscal year, but the patrol Every member who desires should your participation to succeed because decisions. force will not realize any new officers have the opportunity to serve on police work is not a business, it's a pro- During the meeting, I raised the for another six months. one of our many committees and a fession - and you are the professionals point about the possibility of the It has recently been brought to my quarterly report from each Commit- doing the job. Department allowing members to attention that when district stations carry slug rounds in the shotguns, in send out laptops to be fixed, they addition to extending the amount of never receive a replacement. Deputy monthly practice rounds at the range Chief Suhr explained that the Depart- from the current 50 to 100. ment is in the process of replacing D/C Suhr agreed to extend the the laptops with new "touch screen" amount of practice rounds to 100, computers that are currently installed commencing immediately. But the in a few radio cars throughout the city. INVESTING FOR RETIREMENT... Chief felt that allowing officers to carry Lieutenant Greely assured me that she slug rounds in the shotgun was not a would speak to the person in charge of SOUND OVERWHELMING? good idea at this time, primarily based fixing the laptops, to ensure that there upon the fact that the slug round are a sufficient amount of laptops at DEFERRED COMPENSATION would require additional training at the stations until the "touch screens" the range. There was a concern as to are installed in all patrol vehicles. 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Page 8 POA Journal March 2005 Competitive Elections and Debate On The SAFE Side...... Strengthen Our Association SF SAFE, Inc. (Safety Awareness For Everyone) By Dan Linehan must be the standard that we use. We is celebrating our 29th Northern Station will be watching the leadership to see year of providing crime if this torch is picked up. prevention education ser- Now that the POA elections have I would like to thank the members vices to the residents and passed and the results are known, our that asked me to run based upon their businesses in San Fran- Association has been strengthened. beliefs that their needs have not been cisco. SAFE's mission is to The voice of the membership has met by our Association. They were work towards preventing been heard. Their choice of persons joined by over 400 people on election crime and violence and selected to represent them at the Board day. As I traveled to speak throughout improving the quality of Directors have the obligation to the Department I was not surprised of life in San Francisco's follow their promises and direction to find hundreds of dedicated people neighborhoods. SAFE 's they espoused during the campaign. that have chosen to be members of partnership with the San Campaigns come and go but the our Department. They are smart, edu- Francisco Police Depart- words spoken during that time are cated and concerned individuals that ment has enabled us to cemented. deserve respect. They will always have effectively serve the resi- The campaign for the POA Presi- mine. I was not shocked that they eas- dents and business com- dency was lively, issue filled and ily understood the issues when they munity with resources Cindy Wandel, Executive Director for SAFE & NSP, sometimes heated. That's a good thing. were presented before them in an open and services to increase with Chief Heather Fong. We needed to put the candidates on and honest way. They want to know public safety awareness. She has degrees in Criminal Justice the record as to where they fall on what is happening and they deserve SAFE's crime prevention services and Political Science, and a Master's the issues that are important to the it. I dismiss any person that says that include: Neighborhood and Business Degree in Public Administration. membership. Issues such as legal rep- some things are too complicated for Watch Organizing, Personal Safety Cindy has over 10 years of experience resentation, labor contracts, POST pay our membership to understand. Presentations, Residential and Com- in the criminal justice field, both in "poison pill" and promotions are just Now that the ballots are counted mercial Security Assessments. Check the public and non-profit sectors. She some of the key points. This campaign we must rally together and offer our was the former Executive Director for was also historic in that it offered the support to every elected member. The out our website at wwwsfsafe.org to learn more about neighborhood news, the San Mateo County Criminal Justice membership an opportunity to com- issues discussed the last four months Council, where she facilitated the im- pare the candidates side by side in the will require clarity of thought and upcoming events and safety tips. As you may know, in 1994, San plementation of the first countywide first ever presidential debate. Strangely dedication of duty if we are to be suc- protocol for dealing with adult sexual but not surprising even the issue to cessful. I encourage every member that Francisco voters approved ballot initiative Q which called for the cre- assault victims, created the county's have a debate and the debate process cast their ballot in record numbers to annual crime report, implemented stay informed. Give your Station Rep- ation of a citywide, community-based arose through controversy and power juvenile delinquency prevention pro- politics. I knew it would but the right resentative your thoughts on the key crime-prevention program. SAFE took issues facing our Association. Always the lead in organizing a program that grams and provided crime prevention thing was done and the membership resources to the community. Cindy benefited. I will always be proud of remember that the Board of Directors would match those requirements. sets the policy and the Executive Board The Neighborhood Safety Partnership has also worked for Victim Services that accomplishment and participa- agencies that collaborated closely with tion. The importance is not that it members are the daily managers of (NSP) was born, and won the Prop Q that policy. It is written that way in contract from the city. NSP arranges the District Attorney's Office, Law En- occurred but that it must continue. forcement and Probation. She has been our By-laws for a reason, it's a smart its workplan by police district. Each To affect change it must be sustained. trained and certified in crisis interven- The 200 plus members that signed way to operate. district staff (District Coordinator) their name to a petition calling for a As Gary Delagnes is seated as our oversees the work in their assigned tion, victim advocacy and conflict debate were energized at that time to President for the next three years, I district, cooperatively planning with resolution. Cindy has given numerous want a debate, I'm sure they would do congratulate him on his election and the district police station, community presentations in crime prevention and it again to amend the By-laws if the I support every positive action that groups and agencies, NSP collabora- victim services to community groups newly elected Board of Directors fails he moves our Association towards. tive agencies, and city agencies and and law enforcement, and has been to act. A mandated debate for the of- The Presidency is a tough and lonely resources. Together, this team assists instrumental in coordinating criminal fice of president must be added to the position and is often a target of criti- public safety and violence preven- justice trainings and events. She also Association's By-laws. It must be fair to cism. 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crime scene. grater the angle of impact. This may Let me begin with an example most assist the officer in conducting their ASKTHE of us are familiar with, blood patterns. interview and investigation. A good We have all seen blood patterns at rule of thumb to apply, the smaller CSI Guy crime scenes and we have followed the droplets, the greater the velocity blood trails. But are you really follow- of impact. Blood patterns can take By Mark Hawthorne ing the blood trail or doing the oppo- many forms. High velocity, medium site. Blood patterns leave distinct ap- velocity, cast off, aspirated, dripped, his month there have been pearances that should be understood. and arterial spurting. several good inquiries about For example, if there is a reported gun- At this point, a word of caution, Tcrime scene evidence and what shot and there are rather large droplets do not attempt to conduct a trajectory information may be developed. I will of blood where the event took place, analysis or reach conclusions about consolidate those inquiries into the was there in fact a gunshot? Absent the blood droplets or patterns. Those category of Pattern evidence and its any other evidence to the contrary, if patterns at the scene may be only dence from one part of the garment to importance at the crime scene. Let me there are no tiny droplets of blood near thoroughly interpreted and analyzed another part. begin by saying that every scene will the event, there may have not been a by one who has been trained in blood One other type of pattern I would present evidence. The principle was gunshot. The reason for this is that a spatter interpretation. like to mention has to do with glass. developed by Dr. Edmund Locard and gunshot is considered a high velocity Another type of pattern evidence When glass is fractured, the fractures states, it is impossible to enter an envi- impact. Where there is a high veloc- that may present itself is that of gun- will only radiate where there is no line ronment without changing it in some ity impact, the blood, like any other shot powder residue. Like high veloc- of resistance. In the instance where way either by bringing something in fluid, will be vaporized or placed in a ity blood spatter, gunshot powder two holes are delivered to glass, if the or taking something away. How the temporary aerosol state. The blood be- patterns will have the appearance of glass does not shatter and remains in evidence is detected, evaluated, docu- ing projected from that event will then aerosol or spray paint. The distance place, a determination of which hole mented and collected may have an have the appearance similar to that of from shot to target may be indicated occurred first can be safely made by enormous impact on a case. spray paint. A very light spattering of in the target. The closer the barrel to examining and evaluating the glass. For example, the pattern can cor- blood in a localized area. If the victim the target, the greater the likelihood Where fractures are located and ad- roborate the series of events that were then moves after the event, the blood there will be tattooing and unburned ditional fractures are made, the sec- to have alleged to occur. The pattern dripping from the wound will leave a particles of gunpowder on the target. ondary fractures will only travel as may indicate distances between com- trail which will indicate the direction The greater the distance from the tar- far as the first fractures. By applying batants, the type of weapon used, of movement. What causes this? When get, the less the likelihood of gunshot simple principles, one can get and how many strikes were inflicted, the blood is dropped during movement, powder residue being on the target. idea of what may have occurred and direction of the strikes, the type of the blood will, in many instances, One might ask, what if the clothing successfully complete an investigation. injury sustained, or the subsequent present a certain shape. Often that or garments are dark in color? How do Another word of caution deserves to be movement of the injured victim. shape will be somewhat spherical with we know if there will be pattern evi- mentioned, these principles do not ap- There may also be patterns on top of scallops or elongated with a slight tail. dence? Always err on the side of safety. ply to safety glass. Safety glass simply patterns. Where this occurs, the evalu- To properly follow the blood pattern, Remember, gunshot powder residue is shatters into tiny pieces when struck. ation and analysis process is critical. follow the tail or the scallops which very light and it is unlikely the residue (as in automobile glass) What this all means is that the officer will point in the direction of the will travel further than about 36". That In conclusion, I would like to arriving at the crime scene must be movement. Where movement after is not to say the only thing you should thank those who have sent vigilant regarding all aspects of po- the event is slight or none and there focus on is the gunshot powder resi- the questions to the CSI GUY. tential evidence. One must also keep appears to be blood patterns at the due. There is still the bullet hole and I would encourage others to send in- in mind the seriousness of the alleged scene and another instrument such as in all probability some type of blood quiries as well. Remember, if you have crime. For instances, a petty theft will a pipe, bat, or other object was used to pattern. Protect all of the evidence as a question about an issue, it's a sure bet not receive the same resources that strike the blows, the same principles best as you can. Remember, if the item someone else does too. Send inquiries to Mark Hawthorne may be devoted to a sexual assault or apply. Examine the blood droplets, can be booked at the station and you an aggravated assault. One must put view or trace backwards from the tail want to preserve the pattern evidence, @ CSIU or e-mail to csiprofessoraol. into perspective the type of incident or scallops, and you will get some layer the evidence by placing clean corn or [email protected] with the available resources and the idea of where the blood came from. paper between the layers of clothing. priority in which to apply at any given The more elongated the droplet, the This will prevent transference of evi-

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THURSDAY, MAY 6, 2005

hen we of the 184th Recruit Class entered the academy in CPOMF BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 8-10:00 am March of 1996 little did we know or expect that a fellow and SHERATON GRAND - Camellia/Gardenia Rooms Wbeloved class member, Isaac "Zac" Espinoza, would be gunned Final briefing prior to ceremony activities for CPOMF Board of Directors, down and killed in the line of duty. There is nothing that we can do or Advisors, key logistic personnel, and participating officers who wish to attend. say that will bring Zac back. However, we can make sure that his memory lives on forever. In May of this year, Zac will have his name engraved SURVIVORS' SOCIAL 1-4:00 pm on the California Police Officers Memorial monument in Sacramento. SHERATON GRAND - Camellia/Gardenia Rooms His name will also be added to the national wall in Washington, DC on This time is set aside to give honored families and past survivors the opportu- Friday, May 13. nity to interact with each other, as well as representatives from Concerns Of What can we do to honor Zac and all law enforcement professionals Police Survivors (COPS) and members of the law enforcement chaplaincy. who were slain in 2004? We can ensure that as many SFPD members as possible attend the California Memorial Service this May. The SFPOA PRACTICE SESSION FOR PARTICIPATING OFFICERS 2-5:00 pm has agreed to provide bus transportation for all officers who attend the MEMORIAL MONUMENT - 10th Street & Capitol Mall service. The Mounted and Solo Units will be in attendance, and it is likely Mandatory participation required for all officers involved in ceremony activi- that the Academy recruits and members of PAL will also be attending the ties. memorial. I have met with and been in correspondence with Zac's family, and they BUFFET DINNER 6-7:30 pm are very appreciative of everything that is being done. We do however need SHERATON GRAND - Camellia/Gardenia Rooms to make sure that we have the largest ever contingent of SFPD personal All honored families, past survivors, as well as participating and attending at the memorial services in Sacramento. Our goal is to have at least 300 officers are invited to a full buffet dinner sponsored by the California Peace SFPD members attend the memorial service in Sacramento. Officers' Memorial Foundation. - Val Kirwan CHILD CARE 5:30 - 8:00 pm SHERATON GRAND - Kamilos Room Optional childcare provided by Sacramento Police Wives includes games, videos, and snacks for children of honored families.

CANDLIGHT VIGIL 8:30 - 9:30 pm MEMORIAL MONUMENT - 10th Street & Capitol Mall Police Unity Tour With welcoming comments from the CPOMF President, remarks from depart- By Steve Benzinger,name. I know that a lot of SFPD officers mental and past survivor representatives, a Roll Call of Heroes, as well as Bayview Station will be travelling to the Memorial this music and prayer. year, and I hope that we can have a On May 9th through the 12th of good turn out. FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2005 this year, hundreds of police officers I have had a number of people from around the country will partici- express interest in the ride. There's 10- BUFFET BREAKFAST 7-8:00 am pate in a bike ride from Ground Zero no more space available this year, but SHERATON GRAND - Camellial/Gardenia Rooms in New York City to Washington D.C. with all the interest, I hope we can A full buffet breakfast is provided for honored families, past survivors, par- The purpose of this ride is raise money have more SFPD officers participate ticipating and attending officers. Sponsored by the California Peace Officers' for the National Law Enforcement Me- next year. In particular, I would like Memorial Foundation. morial, and it is timed to coincide with for me and Val to be able to donate National Police Week. This year, for the more than the minimum amount, LAW ENFORCEMENT CARAVAN 7:30 am first time, SFPD officers will participate to demonstrate SFPD's commitment CHP ACADEMY - West Sacramento in the ride. Val Kirwan and I will make to this worthy cause. This year, we Staging for the Memorial Caravan begins at 0730 hours at the CHP Acad- the 400 mile trip by bicycle. are participating through Oakland emy, 3500 Reed Avenue West Sacramento, departing the Academy at 0900 The ride, known as the Police Unity PD's chapter, and with only a third hours sharp. The procession travels through West Sacramento, concluding on Tour, has raised over a million dollars as many police officers, Oakland has 101 Street, at the Memorial Monument site. for the Memorial in the past eight over a dozen people riding. With good years. Both Val and I have pledged to participation, hopefully we can reserve INDOOR CEREMONY 9:00 - 10:30 am raise at least $1500 each. This is not a more spaces for next year's ride. STATE CAPITOL - Senate Hearing Room 4203 motorcycle trip- we'll be pedalling the If you wish to donate, or want to Private ceremony with state representatives for honored families, their agency entire way, through the heat of the know more about the ride, contact me escorts, agency heads, and facilitators. East Coast in summer time (well, late at Bayview Station. Val and I will be spring, at least). We will have several paying our own way for air fare, food, OUTDOOR CEREMONY 10: 30 am - 12:30 pm 100 mile plus days on the bicycle. On lodging, and will also be using our own MEMORIAL MONUMENT - 10th Street & Capitol Mall May 12th, we'll arrive in Washington paid time off for this trip. Donations to Formal ceremony begins with the 'Walk of Honor' from the State Capitol to D.C., in time to present a check to the Memorial are tax deductable, and the Memorial Monument. Presentations by state representatives, CPOMF's the Memorial, and participate in the the Memorial is a 501(C)(3) charity. Executive Director and President, and a departmental keynote speaker. Cer- candlelight vigil. Hopefully, we'll have The Police Memorial is privately fund- emony concludes with a 21-gun salute, taps, and retiring of the colors. time to take a shower first! ed (without any government support), This year, the Law Enforcement Me- so the ride is extremely important. If LUNCHEON 12:30 - 3: 00 pm morial will be adding Isaac Espinoza's you would like to know more about Immediately following the outdoor ceremony, lunch is provided for honored name to the more than 16000 police the ride and the Memorial, check out families, participating and attending officers, and past survivors directly officers to die in the line of duty. www.nleomf.com. across from the memorial monument on the Capitol lawn. Isaac's family has given permission We'll have further details about for me and Val to give the money that fund raising soon, and Val and I both we raise to the Memorial in Isaac's appreciate your support. March 2005 POA Journal Page 11 Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act Of 2004 - Where We Are? The following update on the Law En- leaves open to debate the question of dressing many issues arising out of retired officers to meet the HR218 forcement Officers SafetyAct of 2004 was who is covered under the Act. HR 218. Once again, recognizing that standards. Once that course of fire submitted to the Journal by Al Casciato. To complicate the matter further, reasonable minds can differ, we take has been designed, the D.P.S.S.T. will He obtained it from the California Peace there has been a refusal on the part of exception with the first question and allow either a public or private agency Offlcers'Association, January 2005 issue, the office of the legislator who drafted answer which, in essence, also opines to qualify the applicant. D.P.S.S.T. and it is reprinted here with permission this law, as well as the United States that a local law enforcement agency will conduct a criminal history and of the author and CPOA. The memo- Department of Justice, to assist in may restrict an officer's right to carry appropriate background check before randum was prepared by Martin Mayer, defining these terms. Rather, we have a firearm out of state. It appears that issuing a "retiree firearms qualification Esq., of the law firm of Jones & Mayer of been told that individual legal advisors such action would violate both the card." Fullerton, California. Telephone (714) should provide advice and guidance. intent and letter of the law. The Act Georgia - Apparently the Georgia 446-1400. —RS That, obviously, means each jurisdic- specifically states "notwithstanding Office of the Attorney General has tion could have a different interpreta- any other provision of the law of determined that, since Georgia lacks Since July 2004, when President tion of the law. Some examples of the any state or any political subdivision statewide standards for weapons quali- George W Bush signed HR 218 [Law diversity of application of the law are thereof. . .," an active or retired law fication for current law enforcement Enforcement Officers Safety Act of discussed in this memo. enforcement officer may carry a con- officers, no Georgia law enforcement 2004 ("Act")], making it lawful for A few months ago, a law firm based cealed firearm in any of the fifty (50) retiree is qualified under HR 218 active and retired law enforcement in Chicago, issued a memo to law United States. and, therefore, is not eligible for a officers to carry concealed weapons enforcement management which sug- Additionally, it is imperative to "nationwide carry permit." It is our in any of the fifty (50) states, ques- gests, among other things, that a gen- determine, in each state, whether or understanding that some peace officer tions continue to arise. On September eral order or administrative rule could not individual Chiefs and/or Sheriffs associations are discussing the possibil- 14,2004, we published a Client Alert be adopted prohibiting officers from have the legal authority to restrict ity of filing suit in the near future to Memo (Vol. 19, No. 14) providing carrying concealed weapons while off their officers from carrying weapons compel the state to comply with what information current as of that time. duty or outside their jurisdiction and off-duty in their own states. For ex- they believe is a federal mandate. We set forth some recommendations that such action might be enough to ample, in California, peace officers are - strongly urging, as we still do, that of- make the officer ineligible under the exempt from the law which prohibits California Efforts To Comply ficers secure legal advice and guidance Act. That recommendation would ap- anyone in California from carrying a With HR 218 before relying upon this law - which pear to be in complete conflict with concealed weapon and case law has As indicated in our earlier Client we still believe are appropriate. The the legislative history of HR 218. addressed the limitations on a chief to Alert memo, there have been numer- following consists of more informa- Under the law of statutory construc- restrict a peace officer from carrying a ous meetings by phone with repre- tion and specific actions being taken tion, one doesn't look to legislative weapon off-duty, even though he or sentatives of the law enforcement by various jurisdictions to implement history if language is clear on its face. she may be restricted while on duty. profession throughout the State of the provisions of the Act. In this case, however, legislative his- Another example of differing legal California. Discussions have focused tory is essential in order to interpret opinions is that of a law firm in Los on numerous issues raised in the leg- Differing Legal Opinions various provisions of the law. Dur- Angeles which issued one of their islation and currently there are efforts We recently became aware of legal ing the Congressional Committee alerts and stated "even when officers being undertaken to draft legislation opinions providing advice and or oversight hearings, an amendment may be off-duty or vacationing, they which would enable California to al- guidance to officers, as well as man age- was proposed by Representative Scott are expected to assist in local crime low its active and retired peace officers ment, on the implementation of this which stated that HR 218 was not to prevention, apprehension, rescue and to meet the requirements of HR 218. law. Reasonable minds can differ as to be construed to supersede or limit the homeland security efforts." (Empha- That is an ongoing process and, as of the interpretation of legislation and rules, regulations, policies or practices sis added). HR 218 in no way, shape, this date, it has not reached comple- specifically, this legislation. Because of any state or local law enforcement or form extends a law enforcement tion. of the manner in which it was drafted, agency. That proposed amendment officer's authority beyond that of The Alameda County Sheriffs Office it is fraught with problems caused, in was defeated 21 to 11. As such, the his or her own jurisdiction. During has already developed a new ID card part, by a failure to recognize that each legislative history shows that a "gen- congressional hearings it was empha- for current deputies, to be carried in state has its own definitions of various eral order or other administrative rule" sized that this law does not extend an addition to the primary ID card issued terms, which may or may not comport cannot supersede HR 218. officers law enforcement authority and by the Sheriff's Office. The supple- Along those same lines, in the Oc- to make the statement that officers mental card states that the individual, with the terminology used in the legis- identified by photograph and name, lation. Additionally, the definition of tober 2004 edition of the IACP Police "are expected" to take such action is what constitutes active or retired law Chief magazine, there is an extensive not only misleading but extremely "complies with Chapter 44 of Title 18 of the Unites States Code (Sec. 926B), enforcement officers is so broad that it article, under "Chief's Counsel," ad- dangerous to officers who may rely on that advice. ("Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act 2004")." Miscellaneous State Activity List Of Scheduled Events For The following is based upon infor- How This Affects Your Agency: mation shared via e-mail and confer- Because the U.S. Department of Jus- National Law Officers Memorial, Washington DC ence calls with persons throughout tice has taken the position that each the country. It is intended to provide individual jurisdiction should inter- Thursday May 12, 2005, 2:00 PM a glimpse of what may be occurring in pret HR 218 itself, there will be mul- Police Unity Tour Arrival Ceremony other states but, in some cases, has not tiple interpretations throughout the The Police Unity Tour has raised approximately $1.5 million for NLEOF been officially confirmed. United States. There are two primary since 1977. This 350-mile bicycle ride begins in New Jersey, visits ground Illinois - It appears that the Il- concerns to those of us who represent zero in New York City, and ends in Washington, DC. The 2005 event will linois State Police has developed a the interests of law enforcement. First, be the first in which representatives from the San Francisco Police Depart- course of fire which retirees would be how does one meet the requirements ment will participate as riders: Officers Val Kirwan, SRO and Steve Benzinger, required to complete in order to meet of HR 218 enabling that person to Bayview Station. Money raised through sponsorship and donations will go established standards. However, we lawfully carry a concealed weapon in to a foundation in memory of Isaac Espinoza. Among the organizations have been informed that, although another jurisdiction; and second, what donating to this worthy cause is the San Francisco Police Officers Associa- there are eight ranges throughout should our law enforcement officers be tion, which has become a corporate sponsor with its $1,000 gift. the state, utilized by the Illinois State looking for when they come in contact Police, they are utilizing only two, at with someone from our of state who Friday May 13, 2005, 8:00 PM opposite ends of the state, for retired claims he or she is authorized to carry 16th Annual Candlelight Vigil at the National Law Officers officers to qualify. pursuant to HR 218? Memorial, 400 Block of E Street NW Philadelphia - It appears Phila- As a result of the heightened con- The names of the 154 officers nationwide who were killed in the line of delphia P.D. has developed a policy cern regarding terrorism, many law duty in 2004 will be read at this event. Among the dignitaries scheduled prohibiting their department issued enforcement officials throughout the to speak are United States Attorney General, Roberto Gonzales. This event weapons to be taken out of state. With- country have expressed concern as to usually lasts about 3 hours. out having seen the actual language, it how a peace officer can properly iden- is difficult to comment upon, however, tify whether or not an individual is Saturday May 14, 2005, 4:30 PM - that would not appear to violate the authorized to be armed under HR 218. Tenth Annual Emerald Society Pipe and Drum March provisions of HR 218, since an officer There is no statewide, let alone nation- Marchers from the National Conference of Law Enforcement Emerald can carry a different weapon than his wide, identification card for active or or her department issued weapon. retired law enforcement officers. Societies Inc. will assemble at New Jersey and F Streets (Outside the hotel There is an excellent legal bulletin where most SFPD members are staying). They will step off at 6 PM and Pennsylvania - Pennsylvania proceed to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. This event has apparently drafted a bill to bring recently published by Michael Ram age, General Counsel to the Florida Depart- usually lasts about 2 hours. Approximately 500 pipers will participate. Pennsylvania into compliance with the Federal legislation. We've not yet ment Law of Enforcement, addressing seen that language. issues related to implementing the Sunday May 15, 2005, Noon Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act 24th Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Day Services at the United Oregon - Oregon's equivalent of our P.O.S.T. Commission, the De- of2004. That bulletin is posted on the States Capital building. President George Bush will be the keynote speaker. F.D.L.E website and can be accessed This event usually lasts 2-3 Hours, and culminates with the laying of a partment of Public Safety Standards at www.fdle.state.fl.us by entering a wreath at the memorial. and Training (D.P.S.S.T.), is appar- ently nearing completion on firearm search for "HR218." standards which will enable qualified Page 12 POA Journal March 2005 Leeds, England September 10-15, 2005 International Association Of Women Police 43rd Annual Training Conference By Robin Matthews, in the Journal will update you on the up to March 31st, 2005 are £325 (Brit- and IAWP member in good standing). EEO Office training program. ish pounds) and £375 for non-IAWP Throughout the week, a "Companions' The Conference will open with a members. From April 1st, 2005 to the Program" of activities will be available Greetings! It's time again to start ceremony in the beautiful Victoria conference, delegate fees for IAWP providing them with the opportunity planning to attend this year's annual Hall within Leeds Town Hall. A parade members is £400 for IAWP members, to experience the sights of Leeds and International Association of Women of uniformed delegates will march and £450 for non-IAWP members. As Yorkshire, including, but not limited Police (IAWP) Training Conference. through the City of Leeds to the Royal the conversion rates change on a daily to, traveling back 1,500 years and visit- We had a nice turnout at last year's Armouries where a formal awards lun- basis, please check with any major ing the time of the Vikings; walking in conference in Boston, however, if cheon will take place. This event will banking institution, or go online by the footsteps of Charlotte, Emily, and you REALLY want to get a feeling for recognize the outstanding contribu- doing a search for "currency conver- Brandon to stand in the Bronte Par- the international flavor of an IAWP tions that female officers have made to sions" to be able to see what the cur- sonage; present themselves before the Conference, you're going to want to the police service around the world. rent daily conversion rate is for the armour of King Henry VIII, and see the attend this year's conference in Leeds, The Royal Armouries Museum British pound to the U.S. dollar. Be life of struggle and suffering children England. It's only the second time the houses 8,000 spectacular exhibits in advised, if you put your registration had to endure at the coal face. conference has been held in England stunning surroundings from 3,000 and hotel fees on your credit card, the Companion fees are £50 British (1996 in Birmingham was the first). years of history. This collection of arms conversion will automatically occur pounds, which covers all the activities The IAWP Conference will be hosted and armour is a "must see" attraction. and will show up on your next bank organized specifically for the Com- by the British Association for Women Breathtaking displays, costumed dem- statement. panions' Program, and entry to the in Policing (BAWP), supported by onstrations, dramatic interpretations, There is also an opportunity to pay Opening Ceremonies and Exhibition. West Yorkshire Police and The British live action events, entertaining films, for training on the individual days It may also permit entry to other social Transport Police. interactive technology, and thrilling rather than for the entire Conference. events. The theme of the Conference is exhibitions can all be experienced at Registration on a daily basis (Sept. For more information on the Con- "Connecting Communities", and you the Museum. 12th, 13th, 14th, and 15th) is £100 ference, please go to the Conference will have access to four days of quality The chosen charity for the Confer- each day. This fee covers attendance web site at www.iawp2005.org. For training delivered by speakers from ence is Cancer Research UK for the at training sessions on the specified information on the IAWP, including around the world. Community safety work they do in the cure and preven- day(s) only, together with any other membership forms, go to the IAWP is a fundamental requirement within tion of breast cancer, which is some- events provided for delegates on the web site at www.iawp.org. I also have a societies; the training sessions will thing that can affect people from all day(s) of attendance, but does NOT number of Leeds 2005 Conference bro- explore both the physical and human parts of society throughout the world include either of the Gala meals. chures, as well as IAWP membership connections within the community - men as well as women. Delegates are encouraged to bring applications, at my office, so feel free safety arena. The physical aspect will As a registered delegate, you will their spouses, partners, family mem- to contact me at the numbers listed look at internet, e-mail, and telecom- be entitled to participate in all train- bers, children, or other companions below, and I'll be happy to forward munications in general, and examin- ing sessions, the opening ceremony, to the Conference. (In order to be a you the information. Don't forget that ing how people with differing ethnic awards luncheon, and final banquet, companion, you must either be an in- you will need to have a U.S. passport and cultural backgrounds interact with together with any other social events dividual who accompanies a full pay- to travel to Leeds. each other and the police service will put on specifically for full delegates. ing delegate to the Conference, or be work: 553-1093; cell: 415-794-1229 cover the human aspect. Future articles Delegate fees for IAWP members a fully retired law enforcement officer e-mail: [email protected] Hotel Choices For Leeds Conference - September 10-15, 2005

There are two main Conference Hotels at this year's Conference, as well Comfort Inn; Bradford Hotel, Bishopgate (Three star hotel) as several other hotel options to choose from within a five to ten minute Situated in the heart of Leeds, ideally located for shopping, business, and walk to the main proceedings. They are as follows: pleasure. Private residents' access to Bar Censa. Quality at realistic prices. Part of Choice Hotels - Europe. Two minute walk from Leeds Train Station. MAIN CONFERENCE HOTEL: Ten minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per night: £65 for twin/double The Queen's Leeds; City Square, Leeds (Four star hotel) room; £60 for single room. Situated in the heart of Leeds on City Square - adjacent to Leeds Railway Station. The Queens Leeds is an historic landmark, 4-star hotel in the heart Leeds Marriott Hotel (Four star hotel) of cosmopolitan Leeds. This traditional hotel offers 219 bedrooms where you Set in a charming courtyard, the Leeds Marriott Hotel offers spacious ac- can relax and unwind. Restaurant offering contemporary dining in elegant commodation, full leisure facilities, bar, and restaurant. Five minute walk surroundings or for a more relaxed, informal atmosphere, enjoy a refreshing from Leeds Train Station. Less than ten minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. drink or snack in the Piano Lounge Bar. Five minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per night: £99 for twin/double room and single room. Cost per night: £95 for twin/double room; £85 for single room. Jurys Inn Leeds (Three star hotel) SECOND CONFERENCE HOTEL: Opened in March, 2004, Jurys Inn Leeds offers 248 bedrooms, Inntro Bar, Park Plaza Leeds (Four star hotel) Innfusion Restaurant, and IL Barisa coffee bar. Guaranteed Irish welcome. Ten Located in the heart of Leeds, this stunning new hotel offers 187 guest- minute walk from Leeds Train Station. Fifteen minute walk to Leeds Town rooms including penthouse suites. Other facilities include Chino Latino Hall. Cost per night: £73 British pound for twin/double room; £69 British fusion restaurant and cocktail bar, and Scene lobby bar. Two minute walk pound for single room. from Leeds Train Station. Five minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per night: £86.50 for twin/double room and single room. Crowne Plaza Leeds, Wellington Street (Four star hotel) The hotel has 135 bedrooms and suites and a newly refurbished health OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS: and leisure club and beauty department for your added pleasure. There are The Merrion Hotel, Wade Lane (Three star hotel) fabulous menus available in the Boccagrande Restaurant. Ten minute walk Centrally located, the hotel offers good accommodation. An open plan from Leeds Train Station. Ten minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per lounge bar and brasserie style restaurant. Fifteen minute walk from Leeds night: £85 for twin/double room and single room. Train Station. Five minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per night: £80 for twin/double room; £65 for single room. TO BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS: The Conference has conveniently set up hotel booking online at www. Bewleys Hotel (Three star hotel) iawp2005.org. For those of you who do not have internet access, I have New hotel opened in July, 2004. Contemporary, relaxed and informal copies of the accommodation booking forms at my office, which can then is the ethos behind every Bewley's Hotel. The newest addition to Bewley's either be faxed to Conference Leeds at 011 44 (0) 113 247 7047, or mailed expanding portfolio is a 334 bedroom hotel on Sweet Street. Restaurant, to Conference Leeds, The Leonardo Building, 2 Rossington Street, Leeds, LS2 bar, and underground parking. Ten minute walk from Leeds Train Station. 8HP, Great Britain. For more information, check out the Conference web site, Fifteen minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per night: £59 for twin/double or e-mail them at conferenceleeds.gov.uk. room and single room. Conference rates are good from September 8th through the 18th, for your convenience. The hotels have a cancellation policy of 12 PM on the day of Hotel Metropole, King Street (Four star hotel) arrival. Any accommodation canceled after that time will be subject to full The Hotel Metropole is a unique terracotta building, located in the heart cancellation charges. Be advised when booking that a double room gener- of the business district of Leeds and only five minutes walk from Leeds ally contains one double bed, of if you want two beds, you need to book a Train Station. Five minute walk to Leeds Town Hall. Cost per night: £95 for twin, which will probably have two single beds in it. There are some other twin/double room; £75 for single room. options available, so please contact Conference Leeds if you have special needs or requirements. March 2005 POA Journal Page 13 Getting To The Leeds Conference Here are your options for getting British Airways is offering discount- booked by August 25th, 2005 and will additional comments box. to the IAWP Conference in Leeds, ed rates to delegates traveling to this be sent a maximum of twelve weeks in England. Don't forget that the flight event which includes 10% discount on advance of travel. Certain restrictions By Ferry to England is 10 hours, so your detail standard economy fares traveling from apply for weekday travel: Outward Leeds is less than an hour from the requests should include a travel day within the UK and Europe, and 15% (from London) travel will be available port of Hull where P&O North Sea on either end of the trip. discount for those traveling outside between 1105-1435 hrs. and after 1930 Ferries operate services in Rotterdam Europe. Other discounts are avail- hrs. only. Return (to London) travel and Zeebrugge. By Air able in club class and first class. For will be available between 1045-1505 Leeds Bradford International Air- further details, contact your nearest hrs. and after 1940 hrs. only. (Timings By Road port is situated approximately 8 miles British Airways Travel Shop and quote: are based on current timetable and Located at the crossroads of the M62 to the North of Leeds. Scheduled GGAIRBAGCONFERENCES Police An- may be subject to change). No restric- and Ml, and with the AI/Ml link, services operate between the main nual Training in Leeds Sept. 05. The tions apply at weekends. Tickets are Leeds is easy to reach from all parts of "hub" airports of Amsterdam, Brussis, number of your nearest travel shop non-changeable and non-refundable, the UK. For further information on the Dublin, London Heathrow, and Paris, can be found at www.ba.com . once booked delegates wishing to BA/GNER offers, visit the Conference as well as many other destinations. A change trains will have to purchase a web site at www.iawp2005.org. direct train link runs between Man- By Train: new (full price) ticket. To order a free guide to Leeds, chester Airport to Leeds. A bus service GNER are offering delegates a special To book, contact GNER Group phone Oil 44 (0) 113 224 3039, send operates between the airport and Leeds rate of £27 return travel from London Travel at 011 44 (0) 8457225010 or an e-mail request to [email protected]. City Bus and Train stations. See www. Kings Cross to Leeds between Septem- visit the group travel page at www. uk, or go to the Leeds web site at www. lbia.co.uk. ber 1st and 24th. All tickets must be gner.co.uk and quote "IAWP2005" in leeds.gov. uk. Post Conference Tour To Scotland This year's post Conference tour is Scotland tour itinerary Spey Valley and on to Morayshire and breakfast we return southwards for going to be a fabulous tour to Scotland, Friday, September 16th: Following the fascinating Baxters' Visitor Centre the next leg of our journey, stopping departing Leeds, England on Friday, the Conference in Leeds, we depart in Fochabers. Here you can view the at the popular Highland resort of Pit- September 16th, 2005 and returning this morning on the post-Conference Baronial Hall and step back in time at lochry with an included visit to the on Friday, September 23rd, 2005. There tour of Scotland. We make our way the Museum Shop, a recreation of Bax- Edradour Distillery. Continuing to the are a limited amount of seats available through the north of England and the ters' original shop in Fochabers. We city of Glasgow, we reach our hotel for for this tour, so if you're interested, Scottish Borders to reach the Scottish then continue to our hotel in Nairn, the next two nights with dinner and you MUST contact the group reserva- Highlands and our first hotel, Wal- the Best Western Windsor Hotel, close breakfast, the Quality Hotel Glasgow, tions team as soon as possible either by lace Arnold's own Fife Arms Hotel in to the beach and town center, where superbly located in the heart of the phone at 01144 (0) 113 231 9930, or Braemar. The Fife Arms is the beating we stay for three nights with dinner, city. by e-mail at [email protected] . heart of Braemar, a town famous for bed and breakfast. Thursday, September 22nd: No visit to Quote the holiday number 0200A. its Highland Games. We will stay here Monday, September 19th: Our full Scotland would be complete without This tour is NOT available to the gen- for two nights on a dinner, bed and day excursion takes us to evocative spending time in Edinburgh, Scot- eral public. The price per person for breakfast basis. Loch Ness, famed worldwide for its land's magnificent capital city. After this eight day tour is only £325, which Saturday, September 17th: After monster legend. We enjoy a boat trip breakfast we depart Glasgow to spend is a phenomenal rate. breakfast today, we include a full day on Loch Ness (keep your eyes peeled!) a full day at your leisure in Edinburgh, Wallace Arnold has coach tours excursion eastwards to the splendid and include visits to the Loch Ness Ex- one of Europe's most attractive cities. throughout Great Britain and Europe, "granite" city of Aberdeen. On our hibition Centre and Urquhart Castle, Edinburgh is famous for its castle, set so if you don't want to travel to Scot- way, we journey through attractive a 14th century ruin on a promontory atop a hill in the center of the city, and land but are interested in touring other Royal Deeside, a rich tapestry of hea- where the loch is at its deepest. On our the Royal Mile, the main street in the places throughout Great Britain or then-clad moorland, sparkling rivers way back to Nairn, we visit charming Old Town which leads from the castle Europe either prior to the Conference and cascading waterfalls, passing the Inverness, with its picturesque castle to the 12th century Holyrood House. or after the Conference, check out attractive villages of Banchory and Ba!- overlooking the River Ness. We then return to Glasgow for your their web site at www.wallacearnold. later. It is no wonder that this region is Tuesday, September 20th: Today we last night in Scotland. corn to see where they travel. Normal so beloved of the Royal Family! will give our driver a well-earned break Friday, September 23rd: Today we tour rates will apply to any of those Sunday, September 18th: Our journey and give you the opportunity to get to bid farewell to Glasgow and Scotland, tours, however. north continues after breakfast as we know Nairn. returning southwards to our original make our way through the magnificent Wednesday, September 21st: After departure point in Leeds.

Assigning Solos to District Stations not such an Innovative Idea Archive photo reveals districts once had own motorcycle units

By Chris Breen, Chair SFPOA 11P-2" Committee When the P-2 Committee agreed to allow DC Suhr to assign the new P-2 Solos to various district stations, most of us thought that this was an innovative plan that would allevi- ate the personnel shortage concerns of district commanders. That plan called for at least one new Solo to be

assigned to each patrol district and to No be responsible for the bulk of the traffic enforcement duties therein. That was before we received a gener- ous gift from Mike Connolly. He gave the POA archive an old photograph taken in May of 1930. Posed in front of Park Station is, as the handwritten note on the backside explains, "part of the night watch." The list of names includes two officers who were appar- ently "sidecar motorcycle officers" assigned directly to that station. It's déjà vu all over again.

L to r: Motorcycle sidecar officer Pratt; Johnson; Coe, McGraw; Murphy; Attwood; Lavell; Rhoda; Harris; Strong, motorcycle sidecar off. Sitting: Corp. Heagney; Sgt. Desmond; Lt. Kimble; Sgt. Bortfeld March 2005 Page 14 POA Journal

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Dear Editor, Dear Friends at San Francisco Police Officers Association - I read on the back page of the On behalf of the boys, please ac- Journal that Chief Heather Fong es- cept my heartfelt gratitude for your tablished the "Officer of the Month support of Hanna Boys Center. It Award". She may have reinstated the is because of friends like you that award but the credit goes to chief Hanna has been able to continue its Cornelius Murphy back in the 80's. mission of turning hurt into hope The winner of the first award was a for troubled boys and their families Solo. He was given a weekend with for over 50 years. all expenses paid for at the Sierra Sincerely, Tahoe at Lake Tahoe. This award at Bucky Peterson the time was a joint effort of the Director of Development Police Department and the Chamber Hanna Boys Center of Commerce of San Francisco. The reason I know this is, I was Dear Sgt. Halloran - the first Officer to be chosen for We would like to express our the award. Gary Epperly called me appreciation to the POA for their up the night before and told me contribution to the Hayes Valley the Chief wanted to talk to me; Of Community Partners' Third Annual course my response to Gary was Fostering A Safe And Caring Com- "Bull....! Then I heard the voice munity-Holiday 2004 event. of the Chief on the phone and he Your generosity combined with politely informed me to get my butt that of our other supporters allowed down to the Commission Room and us to again provide food boxes for in "Dress Blues" for the award the 200 families, toys for 150 low-in- next night. come youth and a community cel- The Police Commissioners were ebration for youth and seniors. present and a group of guys from Additionally, we were able to Traffic also. Each Commissioner continue to build a strong working shook hands and wished me well. relationship among a variety of resi- Even Commissioner Daly offered to dents, neighborhood associations, accompany me on the weekend. Not community based organizations, city wishing to discredit Chief Fong, but agencies and the police department. let's not forget Con Murphy was the This on-going relationship is key one who got this idea started and to establishing and maintaining a working. healthy and safe community. Take Care of Yourself. This year, as part of our 4th Annu- John Grizzel, 1569 al Holiday 2005 celebration, we will By Ray Shine, 4B15 Solo M/C Det. Co K be increasing our community activi- Editor Retired ties to include activities such as Black PS: Tell Minkel "GOOD LUCK ON History Month celebration, National eeking to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of San Francisco RETIREMENT. It was great having Night Out Safety Program with the police officers, Police Chief Heather Fong established the San Francisco Solo's on the Board. SFPD, community work days in local S Police Department's Officer of the Month, a program that recognizes indi- parks, Halloween, Thanksgiving and viduals who personify the admirable qualities common in all of San Francisco's John, Thanks for setting the record our traditional December activities. finest. straight. As you know, we strive for accu- Sincerely, The selection of a single officer, or team of officers, for this honor will prove racy at the Journal. Now that you mention Richard Johnson, President to be an unenviable task. It will, after all, be very difficult to single out one or it, I recall when you won the award. To be Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association two officers from among so many, all of whom are as focused on their duty; honest few were more deserving of it than every one as unassuming as the next; all as worthy and deserving. you. Stay in touch. —Ray Shine Dearest SFPOA - The San Francisco Police Officers Association applauds Chief Fong and the Many thanks for thinking of our Administration for recognizing the officer who proudly serve this city. Dear President Delagnes - boys at Christmas time. Your spirit The Association also congratulates Officer Rachel Murphy of Mission Sta- Thank you for your very generous and generosity is what makes the tion for being chosen as the March 2005 Officer of the Month. As with all such donation for Nate Sieger through Bay SFPD such a special family. Please honorees, the selection of Rachel serves to exemplify the strength of character, Area Law Enforcement Assistance know that should the Kracke fam- compassion, and commitment to community that is embodied in all of the Fund (BALEAF). A check including ily be able to help you, in any small men and women of the SFPD. your donation has already been sent way, you should not hesitate to call.

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The US Customs Service is arguably the oldest federal law enforcement agency in the United States. The service has a long and proud history in Northern California, and pre-dates the SFPD as the oldest enforcement agency in the region. It is a history closely intertwined - and sometimes at odds with - the SFPD. Today, the modern Customs Service works closely with all of the Bay Area law enforcement agencies to provide heightened security under the Homeland Security umbrella. The following article gives us an historical perspective on the Customs Service and it's role in shap- ing early California. - Ed. California History Customs In Monterey By Henry E. Leinen the buyer of the goods) and tonnage tax. The tonnage tax was 25 centavos The Customs Service of the United per ton. The vessel's documents listed States was first formed by act of Con- the tonnage, a practice that goes back gress on July 31, 1789. The picture on to the 1400's. In addition, a Cruising the rear of the two-dollar bill depicts License was issued at the rate of 50 the signing of the Act. Alexander pesos per month if the vessel was to Hamilton who was then the Secretary sail in California waters. If a vessel John R. Dower No. I Peter Burns of the Treasury was charged with the was to stay longer than the license al- Peter J. Whalen Sergeant Stephen V. Bunner Edward M. Owens

responsibility of for the agency. lowed, the Captain had to purchase an John E. Maloney John Gallaway Customs - actually, an acronym for extension from either a Recuardador or a Comisario, Commissary Officer Cargo Under Seal To Other Manifested mission was to enforce Custom Law of the Military. Again, failure to pay Jose Abrego, Manuel Castanares, and Stations - predated the Magna Carta within the 12-mile limit of the coast. and has its origins In England. Cus- this fee would result in the seizure of again, Juan B. Alvarado. These men the vessel. worked for the governments of Spain The 12-mile limit was and still is re- toms duties now as then are a primary ferred to as Customs Waters in Title source of revenue for countries. and Mexico. Not all of the original 13 colonies In 1842 while Jose Abrego held the 19 of the United States Code. accepted the first Act signed into law. position of Recuardador, an American The Revenue Marines would board Two of the original 13 colonies still war ship sailed into Monterey Bay. The vessels they encountered while on referred to today as Commonwealths ship was commanded by Commodore patrol. Once boarded, the Captain created their own Customs Service and Jones of the American navy. The Com- would present the ships manifest and collected duty on wares that crossed modore ordered his men to take con- Customs clearance papers. If the vessel their borders. In remembrance of that, trol of the city. They promptly came were found to be engaged in smug- our agency displays only eleven stars ashore under arms and the Mexican gling, the Captain would be shackled, on its insignia. By 1835, the agency soldiers surrendered. The Commodore and brought to shore. Once on shore, had collected revenues enough to then raised the Stars and Stripes over the Customs official would then seize pay off the national debt. 90% of the the Custom House declaring the area the vessel and the contents or stores moneys collected by the government American territory. as they are commonly referred to. A were through the Customs Service In 1846, the Custom House was Customs Auction would then be held until passage of the Federal Income taken over again, this time by a bat- where the stores and vessel would be Tax Act of 1913. talion of mounted riflemen called sold to the highest bidder. The money The [Monterey] Custom House was the Bear Flag Forces, commanded by raised from these auctions would designated a Historical Landmark No. Colonel John C. Fremont. then be sent to the Treasury in San 1 by the State of California on August The next day, the Commodore was Francisco. 21, 1935. informed that the invasion had been a In 1861, the second American col- The history of Customs in Mon- terrible mistake. With much pomp and lector, John T. Porter, was appointed. terey Bay is long and colorful. The circumstance, he ordered his Marines Porter and his family lived in the Cus- Custom House in Monterey was to lower the American flag. Then with tom House. Gold had been discovered built in 1827. Since then, the Port a 21-gun salute from his war ship, the by this time and San Francisco became of Monterey became a major trading Mexican flag was hoisted up the flag- the primary Port of Entry in California. center for the west coast of North A character sketch of SFPD officer pole. Commodore Jones then apolo- It was during Porter's administration America, now known as California. Whalen gized to the Mexican governor, paid a of the Custom House that Monterey The Custom House was designated a substantial fee to the Recuardador for became a Customs Station within Historical Landmark No. 1 by the State The person who held the position of damages to the Mexican government, the District of San Francisco. Today of California on August 21, 1935. At Recuardador was held in high esteem and hastily sailed away. Monterey is still a station within that this site many historical events have within the community. This person In 1846, the Custom House was district. taken place. was paid an annual salary of one taken over again, this time by a bat- The last Customs Collector to use During the Spanish period of Cali- thousand pesos plus 5% of the fees talion of mounted riflemen called the the building was Thomas G. Lambert. fornia history, the building was built collected. In addition the Recuarda- Bear Flag Forces, commanded by Colo- Lambert was appointed to the posi- and designated as a primary point of dor was housed in one of Monterey's nel John C. Fremont. Colonel Fremont tion in 1868. The building closed in entry to all foreign ships. The penalty 1869 and Lambert moved into a new for failure to enter and announce the wooden structure on Alvarado Street. arrival of a ship was and still is pun- The collection of Duties and Cruising fees That building was destroyed during ishable by forfeiture of the vessel, the construction of the Conference seizure of its stores (items on board), was the primary source of income for the Center. The Custom House fell into and confinement of the captain and disrepair soon after it closed. In 1930, its crew. Many ships tried to smuggle governments that administered California. the Department of the Treasury sold their stores into California without the building to the state. In 1954, the payment of Duties (to the south of largest homes, now known as the Ste- work commenced to repair the his- Monterey at an area known as Smug- venson House. The Guarda or Guard used the building as his headquarters torical building. The Custom House Sa glers Cove at Point Lobos.) lived with his family in the Custom until Commodore Sloat came ashore furnishings are reproductions of the The collection of Duties and Cruis- House. The Guarda was charged with with 250 marines and sailors and took originals and were made at the prison ing fees was the primary source of the protection of the wares stored in possession of the territory. in Soledad. income for the governments that the Custom House that had been off The first American customs col- Today the Custom House is open administered California. During the loaded from the ships. lector was a young lieutenant in the daily for tours. The building is staffed Spanish and Mexican periods the Re- Many famous people held the po- American army. His name was Wil- by trained personnel from California cuardador or Collector would collect sition of Recuardador In Monterey. liam T. Sherman. Lt. Sherman held the State Parks who can tell you more of from each vessel Duties at the rate of Today you can find streets and build- position for several years and lived in the history of the building and the 25% of the value of the items being ings named after them. The log at the the building known as the Sherman area. The building is also used for imported into California. According Custom House holds each of their Quarters next to the Larkin House on many events including Living History to the manifests kept at the Custom names since 1829. They were; Rafael Calle Prinipal In Monterey. William Days, Christmas in the Adobes, and House, the typical goods brought into Gonzales, Jimeno Casarin, Francisco Sherman went on to become a famous the Adobe Tours. California at the time were dry goods, Pacheco, Maraoa Gonzales, Joaquin general In the Civil War. furniture, wearing apparel, agricultural Gomez, Rafael Gonzalez, Francisco During this period of California Henry Leinen is a Senior United States tools, salt, silk and fireworks. Besides Figueroa, Juan B. Alvarado, Eugenio history the Customs Service was Customs Officer assigned to work Mon- the Duties, other fees were collected Montenegro, Angel Ramirez, Willam represented at sea by way of the Rev- terey Airport, the 3 Harbor District in also. These fees, like Duties are still Hartnell, Jesus Pico, Santiago Estrada, enue Marines. The Revenue Marines, Monterey Bay, and San Jose International collected today. The fees were sales Antonio Mari Oslo, Pablo De La now referred to as the Coast Guard, Airport. He has been with the service tax (6% from the seller and 6% from Guerra, Alferez Eugenio Montenegro, patrolled the California coast. Their since 1972.

March 2005 POA Journal Page 17 Miscarriage, Infant Death, And Stillbirth A Private Pain By Sgt. Mary Dunnigan The Impact of Grief on friends offer comfort is to suggest you but this is a gradual process and there Behavioral Science Unit Marriage have another baby. Let your family is no time limit. For many, however, The reaction to the death of a baby and friends know how iinportant this faith provides support and often helps Traumatic events such as miscar- is as individual as the person experi- baby was to you and ask them to be parents to accept the unacceptable. riage, infant death, and stillbirth are encing it. Spouses or partners often supportive by listening. usually kept private. Because many of grieve in different ways, frequently Substance Abuse us have suffered through them, I feel misunderstanding each other's reac- Subsequent Pregnancy- It may be tempting to dull the pain that it is necessary to acknowledge tions or needs. You may be reluctant The decision to have or not have of grief by using alcohol and /or (pre- their existence. Hopefully the below to express feelings of sadness when another baby belongs to you and scription) drugs, but this may only information can come as some com- your partner has had a "good day" your partner. There is no "appropri- delay and therefore prolong the nor- fort and support for those members or vice versa. Some partners may not ate" waiting period after the mother's mal grief process. You cannot escape and their families who have experi- want to talk about the death but still recovery. No matter what decision the pain of grief and disappointment enced this pain. feel comfortable when the other needs you make regarding a subsequent until you have faced the intensity of A baby's death is one of the most to do so. pregnancy or adoption, it will prob- these feelings head-on. painful and traumatic experiences Crying is another area where part- ably not change the length of your a parent will confront in a lifetime. ners may differ. It is an acceptable and grief for your baby who died. When Some Things You May Find Although nothing can take away the healthy expression of grief but many planning another pregnancy, be aware Helpful pain you feel right now, it may be fathers may find it difficult to allow that aside from the physical stress, Pictures and other mementos seem helpful to know what others have themselves to release built-up tension subsequent pregnancies can often be to help parents grieve. Parents, how- experienced or found comforting as through crying. Fathers often the difficult emotionally. ever, who experienced miscarriage or they struggled to deal with the intense need and are encouraged by others to infant death may have few of these. grief that followed the death of their be strong, but crying is a normal and Surviving Siblings Many parents create memories by child. healthy reaction. Young siblings grieve too and can keeping a baby book or a special box It is important to give yourself per- Grieving is emotionally, physically, be passed over for support as being containing hospital records, certifi- mission to grieve. Grieving the death and mentally exhausting and does not "too young to understand". Encour- cates, sympathy cards, pictures, and of a baby may last for longer than you leave much energy for anything else. age your surviving children to talk blankets. Spend time with and talk and others expect. Frequently those Communication may be difficult but it about their baby brother or sister. with other parents who have experi- around you may be uncomfortable is essential so that misunderstandings Many bereavement organizations have enced a similar loss. Sharing with these with the intense emotions you experi- and intense emotions do not lead to support groups and reading material parents, in an atmosphere of accep- ence. Be patient with yourself and do problems in the marriage. Grief, how- especially for bereaved children. It tance and understanding, can ease the not expect too much too soon. ever, is stressful and couples need to be might be helpful for your child(ren) to loneliness and isolation of grief. Those No matter what age, your child was aware that grief does not always bring share their feelings with other children who have "been there" can truly un- and is a part of you, and when your partners closer together. who have experienced the death of a derstand and accept your grief. These baby died, so did many of your hopes It is helpful when spouses recognize brother or sister. parents can help you to understand and dreams for the future. Choosing these differences and do not blame that the most painful aspects of grief a name as well as having a memorial each other or feel the other does not Questions about Religious Faith will soften over time and that you are service can help affirm that you are a care or is hurting. It is more likely a Your baby's death may cause you not alone in your grief. parent and have the right to grieve as difference in the ability to express in- to challenge of question your faith or Remember that you can always long and as intensely as necessary. tense feelings rather than a deliberate philosophy of life. For a time you may access your mental health benefit attempt to hurt. Continue to share feel that life is unfair and meaningless, through United Behavioral Health Symptoms of Grief your feelings and keep in mind that and that you have nothing to live for. which allows each SFPD member and When a baby dies, normal symp- outward expressions of grief may in- Some of your anger may be directed their dependants 8 free visits a year toms of grief are varied. 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Page 18 POA Journal March 2005 SFPD Behavioral Science Unit Remembering "Fat Ed's" March 1, 2005 By Dennis Schardt a year Ed would hold his famous "Eat Retired Off" between the cops and firefighters CATASTROPHIC ILLNESS PROGRAM to see who could eat the most prime Employee: On January 16th I attended a rib. The winner walked away with a Recipients in this program may receive SP or VA time and the city-wide pool is memorial service for Ed Mahan in silver buckle and bragging rights. always in need of time: Lakeport, California. Those of us who Whenever the need arose "Fat Ed" knew Ed remember him as "Fat Ed", was always there to support a worthy #000939 Sgt. Mel Cardenas (Co. B) famous for his restaurant of the same cause. His donations and support for name at Geneva and Mission Streets the police and fire departments truly #001142 Off. Arthur Hernandez (Co. C) in the City. came from the heart. He closed the res- Fat Ed was born in Vallejo, CA., on taurant in the 80s, retired and eventu- Currently in need of time. September 17, 1919, and his family ally moved to Clear Lake, California. (Donations to above recipients should be made on form F2006b - then moved to San Francisco where he I attended the services with his Catastrophically Ill Employee.) grew up. Ed joined the Army, served niece Penny who worked at "Fat Ed's" in WWII and then returned to S.F. as a hostess and waitress in the early where he worked at the Chronicle. 70s where we met and dated. Now, af- CATASTROPHIC ILLNESS PROGRAM - Family Member: He went on to become a chef at local ter 34 years we are back together with Recipients in this program - family member; may receive donations of vacation restaurants and then opened his own many great memories. time only: restaurant, "Fat Ed's", in 1968. "Fat "Fat Ed" will truly be missed and Ed's" was known citywide for nearly 20 always remembered for his love of #001154*** Sgt. Susan Reed (AIRP) years as the place to be for many of the people, his great food and his outgoing city's politicians, cops and firefighters. personality. Currently in need of time. Many of you probably remember once (Donations to above recipients should be made on form F2006a - Cata- strophically Ill Family Member.) Concerns of Police Survivors By going into the different depart- PLEASE FORWARD ALL ORIGINAL DONATION FORMS TO THE BEHAVIORAL By Toni Mac Donald Nor Cal COPS, Treasurer ments and sharing our experiences of SCIENCE UNIT TO ENSURE POSTING. Submitted to the Journal by Val Kirwan how a line of duty death should be handled we feel we are giving some- The Northern California chapter of thing to the departments that no one Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS), else can really understand, first hand was founded in 1994. The purpose knowledge. We encourage any de- of this organization is to lend peer partment that would like some of our Your East Bay Realtors! support to survivors who have lost members to come in and talk about Discover the possibilities surrounding the an officer in the line of duty. We offer COPS to give us a call before the need majestic Mt. Diablo. Great neighborhoods, this help not only in words of comfort arises. We also welcome departments youth sponsored sports programs, good but we also attend funerals, trials, and to host one of our meetings. schools, BART, and so much more! give financial assistance to those who National COPS also puts on differ- may need it in order to attend the ent training session throughout the MINk AN various retreats sponsored by COPS. year to pass the word about what they Lilly Schmolke Susan Quattrin IREAL J'J ESTATE I E SERVCES R J. We never forget our officers and their can do for you. 925.858.7472 direct 925.280.8584 direct [email protected] Walnut Creek, CA 94596 [email protected] families. We are here for them for as The California Peace Officers Me- Featured properties, visit our websites: www.lillyschinolke.com or www.susanquattrin.com, long as they want us to be. This is the morial Foundation has sent out bind- photo galleries and virtual tours. lifelong commitment of our chapter. ers with the protocol for "Line of The word survivor does not just ap- Duty" death to each department in ply to the family members of the offi- California. Somewhere on a shelf in cer, but also to his/her extended family someone's office, your department has and the department they worked for. one of these. Find it and read through Co- workers along with department it. 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TELEPHONE: 925-937-5200 FACSIMILE: 925-937-5202 versity of Phoenix, in partnership with Top universities in the bay area have E-MAIL: [email protected] the San Francisco Police Academy's been invited including the University 700 Ygnacio Valley Road, #360 0 Walnut Creek, California 94596 Office of Education and Training, has of San Francisco, San Francisco State scheduled an educational fair to be University, St. Mary's College, City held at the Academy. College of San Francisco, Keller Gradu- Sworn and non-sworn members ate School of Management, University who are interested in pursuing con- of Phoenix, University of Phoenix tinuing educational opportunities are - Online, Golden Gate University and invited to attend. 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March 2005 POA Journal Page 19 Retirements Retirement Dinner The San Francisco Police Officers As- sociation congratulates the following members on their recent service retire- Kathie Feyling ment from the SFPD. We are always disappointed when old friends move on, but it must be agreed that each of Tom McGee these members is deserving of a long and healthful retirement. They will be difficult to replace, as they take with Archie Huqueriza them decades of collective experience and job knowledge. Listed alphabetically by last name, the most recent retirees are: Honoring 95+ years of Service Lieutenant Manuel Barretta #1137, from Central Station Inspector Bob Huegle #681, from Special Investigations Friday, March 11, 2005 Officer Jack Minkel #1451, from Traffic Company, Solos Basque Cultural Center Sergeant Mark Porto #1859, from Park Station 599 Railroad Avenue Captain Ed Springer #1901, from Traffic Company South San Francisco Captain Roy Sullivan #50, from Airport Investigations Inspector David Suyehiro #2047, from Crime Scene Investigations Plenty of Parking

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Page 20 POA Journal March 2005 LRIS News Schwarzenegger Turns Up Heat On California Corrections Union

From The Los Angeles Times, both without a clear conflict of inter- They don't like the scrutiny he brings no conflict." February 10 est," the letter said. to their budgetary practices. They Bermudez, meanwhile, made no Bermudez responded angrily, saying want to be able to pull the wool over apologies for his remarks at Tuesday's SACRAMENTO, CA -The adminis- the department was trying to distract someone's eyes who has no knowledge hearing, and said the issues he raised tration of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger attention away from its own incompe- of the prison system." were budget-related. demanded Wednesday that the law- tence. "This is a case where you have Vincent Duffy, a spokesman for Nu- "When you have an officer who is maker who oversees the state's prisons a former employee who was rank and nez, pointed to an opinion by legisla- killed in the line of duty, and protec- budget be removed from the post. file and is now holding the administra- tive attorneys stating that Bermudez's tive vests we spent taxpayer money Department of Corrections officials tion accountable," he said. "And the membership in the union and employ- on were sitting in a warehouse rather say Assemblyman Rudy Bermudez administration doesn't like being held ment in the department do not pose than being distributed," he said, "it is (D-Norwalk), a parole officer on leave accountable." a conflict. a budget issue." from his job while in the Legislature, Bermudez said he had no plans to "It's a nonissue," he said. "There is is a shill for the powerful state prison resign his budget post or his job as a guards union, of which he is a mem- parole officer. A spokesman for Nuflez Act Now To Stop A Disturbing Trend ber. said the speaker would not ask Bermu- The officials said they were moved dez to do either. In Law Enforcement Dangers to act after a hearing Tuesday, during The controversy highlights the con- which Bermudez assailed administra- tinuing tension between the adminis- Better driver training for law en- tion officials for the recent slaying of a tration and the politically influential By Craig W. Floyd, NLEOMF Chairman forcement personnel is an essential prison guard, allegedly by an inmate. guards union, the California Correc- component to stemming this danger- They said Bermudez used the occasion tional Peace Officers Assn. Administration officials say the WASHINGTON - Every December, ous trend. A study several years ago to politicize the death, then raised a the National Law Enforcement Officers showed that some law enforcement laundry list of grievances the union union has too much control over the Memorial Fund releases a report listing agencies were providing no high speed has with the administration - none management of prisons. They accuse the names of every federal, state and driver training for their officers, while related to finances. the union of helping to foster a "code of silence" among guards that prevents local law enforcement officer killed in still others were providing only a bare "I think you can make a clear con- minimum. Policies governing high nection that he is right in the back them from speaking up when they see the line of duty during that year. It is always a sad occasion, and particularly speed pursuits have received careful pocket of the union," said Todd Slozek, abuse or illegal activity, frustrating ef- a spokesman for the Department of forts to reform the system. so for the families and friends of the scrutiny in recent years and further reflection is necessary to determine Corrections. Union officials said they were of- men and women who have died. But In a letter to Assembly Speaker Fabi- fended by the department's attack on this year we were also able to report when it is appropriate for officers to an Nunez (D-Los Angeles) on Wednes- Bermudez. a glimmer of good news. In 2004, for chase after fleeing automobiles, and day, Department of Corrections head "How many teachers are on the the third year in a row, our tally of 154 what less dangerous options might Jeanne S. Woodford demanded that Education Committee? How many deaths was well below the decade-long exist. Bermudez either recuse himself as lawyers are on the Judiciary Commit- average of 164 annual fatalities. While Safer automobiles will also make chairman of the budget subcommittee tee?" asked Lance Corcoran, executive our greatest wish at the dawning of an important difference. Fire preven- that oversees corrections or resign his vice president of the guards union. this new year is that the number of law tion products and equipment in law post as a parole officer. "He cannot do "Of course they want Rudy removed. enforcement fatalities will continue enforcement vehicles need to be used to decline, we know that it will take more to reduce the risk of fires caused Commentary much more than wishes alone to spare by a crash. Improved safety restraint the lives of our peace officers. systems that are both practical and To understand how to better protect effective should also be considered so America's Entitlement our law enforcement personnel, we that officers are given maximum pro- must first examine the circumstances tection in the event of an accident. surrounding those who have been Stepped-up measures in each of Mentality may be Skewed killed in the line of duty. Preliminary these areas can go a long way toward By Rush Limbaugh We also learned over the weekend data shows that there were two pri- reducing deaths and injuries among Submitted to the Journal by Mat Krim- that some of the victims from the mary causes of death this past year. the men and women who protect our sky Oklahoma City bombing have started Fifty-seven of the officers were shot communities. Ultimately, though, it "Love him or loathe him, he nailed this an organization asking for the same to death, and 51 died in automobile will be up to the practitioners, the one right on the head." --MK deal that the September 11 families accidents. trainers and the policy-makers to de- are getting. In addition to that, some At first glance, the number of of- termine the best ways to improve law I think the vast differences in of the families of those bombed in the ficers shot to death (57) would appear enforcement safety. In the meantime, compensation between victims of the embassies are now asking for com- to be the most troubling statistic, since we must do all that we can to honor September 11 casualty and those who pensation as well. You see where this shootings were the number one cause and remember the officers who made die serving our country in uniform is going, don't you? Folks, this is part of death. But, in relative terms, this the ultimate sacrifice and their fami- are profound. No one is really talk- and parcel of over 50 years of entitle- number actually reflects a very favor- lies. ing about it either, because you just ment politics in this country. It's just able trend in law enforcement safety. The National Law Enforcement don't criticize anything having to do really sad. While it is true that more than half of Officers Memorial Fund would like to with September 11. Well, I can't let Every time a pay raise comes up all law enforcement fatalities through- encourage anyone who would like to the numbers pass by because it says for the military, they usually receive out history have been the result of leave a message of condolence for the something really disturbing about the next to nothing of a raise. Now the shootings, the number of officers killed families and friends of those killed in entitlement mentality of this country. green machine is in combat in the by firearms has dropped by 36 percent the line of duty in 2004 to do so at If you lost a family member in the Middle East while their families have over the past three decades. There are www.nleomf.com . Kind and supportive September 11 attack, you're going to to survive on food stamps and live in a number of reasons contributing to words for those in need send a clear get an average of $1,185,000. low-rent housing. Make sense? this dramatic dip in officers killed by message that we highly value and The range is a minimum guarantee However, our own U.S. Congress firearms, including better training and always remember the extraordinary of $250,000, all the way up to $4.7 voted themselves a raise. Many of equipment; especially the increased service and sacrifice of our nation's million. If you are a surviving family you don't know that they only have use of bullet resistant vests, and less- law enforcement heroes. member of an American soldier killed to be in Congress one time to receive lethal weapons - like Taser stun guns in action, the first check you get is a a pension that is more than $15,000 - to help subdue criminal suspects re- Craig W Floyd is Chairman of the $6,000 direct death benefit, half of per month. And most are now equal sisting arrest. Tougher criminal justice National Law Enforcement Officers Me- which is taxable. to being millionaires plus. They do not has also helped because repeat violent morial Fund in Washington, D.C. Next, you get $1,750 for burial costs. receive Social Security on retirement offenders stay behind bars for longer The NLEOMF is a nonprofit organiza- If you are the surviving spouse, you get because they didn't have to pay into periods of time. As a result, the public tion established in 1984 to generate in- $833 a month until you remarry. And the system. is safer, and so are the police. creased public support for the law en force- there's a payment of $211 per month If some of the military people stay There is a more disturbing trend hid- ment profession by permanently recording for each child under 18. When the in for 20 years and get out as an E-7, den in these numbers, though. Many and appropriately commemorating the child hits 18, those payments come they may receive a pension of $1,000 more officers than ever before are service and sacrifice of law enforcement to a screeching halt. per month, and the very people who dying in car accidents. Consider, for officers; and to provide information that Keep in mind that some of the placed them in harm's way receives example, that while shooting deaths will help promote law enforcement safety. people who are getting an average a pension of $15,000 per month. I have declined by 36 percent over the The NLEOMF maintains the National of $1.185 million up to $4.7 million would like to see our elected officials past three decades, the number of of- Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in are complaining that it's not enough. pick up a weapon and join ranks before ficers killed in automobile accidents Washington, D.C., which contains more Their deaths were tragic, but for most, they start cutting out benefits and low- during that same period has risen by than 16,600 names; organizes the annual they were simply in the wrong place ering pay for our sons and daughters 40 percent. Between 1975 and 1984, Police Week tribute to fallen law enforce- at the wrong time. Soldiers put them- who are now fighting. there were 339 officers killed in auto ment officers each May; runs an Officer selves in harms way FOR ALL OF US, When do we finally do something accidents, compared to 476 who died of the Month Program; and serves as a and they and their families know the about this? behind the wheel in the most recent clearinghouse of information about police dangers. 10-year period (1995-2004). officers killed in the line of duty.

March 2005 POA Journal Page 21 SI

NICK'S NOTES Basketball Standings

By Nick Shihadeh, DIVISION I DIVISION II POA Journal Sports Editor Narc #1 91 Northern 6 2 Fire #2 7 3 Park HECK IT OUT: I want to proud- 5 2 Fire #1 6 4 Inspectors 5 2 announce that the SF Police ly Southern/Central 4 6 Narc#2 3 3 CSoccer Club's 2005 Hall of Fame CHP 2 6 Bayview 3 4 Dinner will be held on Saturday April D.C. 2 7 Mission 2 5 23rd at the Stern Grove Clubhouse. Tac 2 This event is held every other year 5 Airport 2 6 and this time around the inductees are: the Mounted Unit's Danny "Pops" in San Leandro back in late Jan. He Inocencio (who was one of the soccer describes a good natured but competi- club's original members over twenty- tive event that was won by Northern five years ago), and Brian "Monkey" Station twosome Steve Landi and Rich Olcomendy (who was a long time all Goss. Congratulations to those two in star player with the club before sud- Dear Editor: Dear Mr. Sports Editor: addition to everyone who competed. "Come on Nicky light my fire" I really have enjoyed the hard denly passing back in the summer of Now on to department basketball. 2003). NOT! Don't you dare surface and edge that your sports section has Narcotics #1 (9-1) is staying strong at take credit for lighting a fire under taken. How about publishing articles That fourth weekend in April will the top of the division, while Fire #2 also feature a Hall of Fame game Park/Central's derriere. In a recent regarding police athletes helping (7-3) has come onas of late to grab article, you wrote about Park/Central others through their actions? Since between SF and representatives of the second place position. Narcotics the Vancouver Police Soccer Club not being worthy of competing in most people do not know of these #1 needs to continue overcoming the the basketball's A league, let along activities, it would be great seeing who have been long time comrades nagging injuries amongst their strong of ours and will be making the trip the B league. You then claimed the these in print so that our families men "Bid Ed" Del Carlo and Jake Fe- statement you made led to much and those that read the paper could down to the Bay Area for the weekend gan in order to take the division. Fire festivities. A flyer with info, about better play from Park/Central. You be informed of the great job we do #1(6-4) is holding its own and so was have a hard enough time lighting a when we are away from the job. the dinner appears on this page and Southern/Central (4-6) until person- members present as well as retired are fire on that cheap cigar hanging out Thanks for your consideration. nel problems came up. Just when the of the hole below your nose! Brett Kaczmarczyk strongly encouraged to attend. Any team started playing decent ball, guys further questions can be directed at Kevin Rector Park Station stopped showing up to help the likes Park Station Joey "Stretch" Boyle or Steve Caniglia of Carl Bryant, Rod Tong, Tom Walsh, of Northern Station as well as Matt and Jerry Newbeck who have been "Diego" Gardner of Park Station. showing up. •.... e... • •..S...S.. •...... SS.. S S S • S S S • S • Please note the article in the sports Daly City PD (2-7) made a request section regarding the 4th Annual SF at the beginning to be considered for S.F.P.S.C. Police/Fire "Guns and Hoses" Char- the A Division, but it sure didn't go ity Tennis Challenge taking place on well for them. When they got off to a : Proudly Present Their Sat. April 30th at the SF Tennis Club slow start, their two big men showed at 5th St. and Brannan St. As noted no heart and quit the team so things 2005 Hall of Fame Dinner in organizer Lt. Anna Brown's article, got even worse. They're hanging in the tourney is a fun event that not there the best that they can along with This year's honorees: only has dinner included; but, a silent CHP (2-6) who is also having a disap- auction and a raffle is taking place as pointing season. : Dan Inocencio & Brian Olcomendy well to help raise money for the Bay On to the B Division where Park! Area Law Enforcement Assistance Central (6-2) recently ended Northern's • In attendance will be members of the Vancouver Police Soccer Club Fund(BALEAF) and the Firefighter's (6-1) undefeated season by winning • S Toy Program. My tennis skills are handily over them by approximately Saturday April 23rd, 2005 pretty shabby, but at the very least I'll 16th• fifteen points back on Feb. The • The Stern Grove Clubhouse be attending the dinner. Hope to see Inspector's team led by Al Honnibal is (The Trocadero") you there as well. also doing well, tied with Park/Central Once again I want to remind man- for second place. The regular season 6pm- Hosted Cocktails 7:30pm- Dinner Post Dinner Cocktails-$3.00 agers and players of the SFPD Softball will start winding down soon, and $45.00 per person Contact the following for tickets by April 15th League that the season is scheduled playoffs and championship games will to start the last week of March with be held the last week of March at St. • games on Tues. the 29th and Thurs. Mary's Park/Gym. • Co A Steve Roche/The Costello Brothers the 31st provided the weather cooper- Last month Commissioner Jerry • Co. C Don West/Liam Frost ates. As of now, it appears that there Darcy mentioned that he may have Co. D Brian Canedo will be six teams in the A Division with a replacement to take over the league • Co. E Steve Caniglia/Joe Boyle each club playing each other twice next season. It's now pretty safe to • Co. F Matt Gardner for a ten game season. The B Division announce that the new "commish" Co.J John Sheehan will have approx. nine teams and I Bureau Brian Delahunty will be Al Honnibal who has been in • S anticipate a ten game season as well touch with Park and Rec representative • •...S.•. S • S • S • • • • • S • • •SSS•S•S . S S S S • S S • S S with only a few teams playing each Frank Cassinelli about the position. I other twice. I'm presently getting in couldn't think of a better person to touch with league managers and will continue have the schedule prepared and posted the fine very soon. job that Here's another reminder that this Darcy Wally Mooney Auto Broker RAINS, LUCIA & WILKINSON LLP year's Emerald Society Golf Tourna- has done (650) 244-9255 Attoruess & Cc nsektrs at Li,.v ment is taking place on Mon. Aug. over the Pkc spells Wally 29th. 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Page 22 POA Journal March 2005 where four teams tied at sixty-two. The / U.S.G.A. tiebreaker rules were applied and first place went to the team of Rich Goss and former Club Champion Steve Landi of Northern Station. In second place were Tenderloin's Chris Musel- man and Elaine Shiroma. Elaine and Chris had also finished with a sixty- two last year at Rancho Solano and were part of that four-way tie, as they are clearly one of the most consistent teams in the club. Third place went to the Narcotics team of Harry Pearson and Bob McMillan. Harry has done well at Monarch Bay, as he took the Spring Championship at Monarch Bay in 2004 with a score of seventy-seven. Winning Loons celebrate. Back row, left to right: Joe Finnigan, Jim Dudley, Chris Joe Finigan of Taraval Station and Jim Muselman, Bob McMillan, Rich Parry and Harry Pearson. Front row: Monarch Bay Loons Open 18th Season Dudley of Tactical took fourth place hostesses Mona and Fantasia stand in for Landi and Goss who could not be present with the final round of sixty-two. The to accept their awards. at Monarch Bay fifth place award went to Rick Parry of Narcotics and Rich Dalton of Fraud. By Ed Garcia These were some fine teams scores, Loons Nest Scoreboard considering the damp conditions. Monarch Bay onarch Bay Golf Club in The Loon's tournament record team San Leandro was host to the net score still stands at sixty, scores M L.N.G.C. Two Man, Best Ball Team Team Net Score Closest To The Hole posted by Diodati/Gualberto in 2003 Landi-Goss 62 Championship as the Loons started at Rancho Solano and Hanacek/Garcia their 18th season of competition. Shiroma-Muselman 62 Hole #4 in 2002 at Fountain Grove. Pearson-McMillan 62 1st place John Wong 411/411 Rain had fallen on the Bay Area for Senior Loon member John Wong four straight days, but a clear day was Finigan-Dudley 62 2nd place Al McCann 61511 had quite a week with his excellent Parry-Dalton 63 3rd place Bruce Lorin 14' predicted for January 27th and the iron game. John is also a member at prediction held true. Sixty players, Hanacek-Garcia 64 Oakhurst C.C. and on the previous Brown-Yesitis 64 Hole #7 comprising thirty teams arrived at week John scored a hole-in-one at Monarch Bay where the Loons enjoyed McCann-Crenshaw 64 1st place Steve Landi 31911 Oakhurst. John won the cash in the Timpano-Durham 65 2nd place Elaine Shiroma 7' 10" a hot buffet breakfast before teeing off 111111 member's hole-in-one fund and then Hodge-Roth 65 3rd place Eric Tapang on the damp but very playable east proceeded to take two of the four Clos- bay track. We found the greens to be Brown-Tapang 65 est to the Hole contests at Monarch Barbero-Bellerose 65 Hole #10 in surprisingly good shape and there Bay. John walked away with dozens of was almost no standing water on the Enright-Ochoa 66 1st place Ken Lum 13' 5" golf balls and side pot cash. The close Schmolke-Vernengo 67 2nd place Juanita Stockwell 21' 7" fairways or in the course's ninety- shot of the day was by Steve Landi, four sand traps. As the Loons played Zigler-Siebert 67 3rd place Sean Dougherty 22' 4" as he put his shot within 3'9" of the Wong-Lee 68 through the middle of the day, the sun pin on the 7th green, a 180-yard par actually shined as we enjoyed a rare Mar-Watts 68 Hole #17 3 hole Dyer-Hoover 68 1st place John Wong 4' 1/2" pleasant day in a wet January. The Loon's next event will be As the teams turned in their cards Dougherty-Dougherty 69 2nd place Rob Vernengo 71111 the 2005 Spring Championship at Morimoto-Moss 69 3rd place Ken Lum 1116" at the 19th hole, there was a four-way Monterey. We will be playing the tie for first place with team net scores Walton-Clivio 70 Blackhorse and Bayonet courses at Lorin-Del Torre 70 Long Drive Winner of sixty-two. This was a repeat of last the former Fort Ord site. Hope to see year's tournament at Rancho Solano, Chang-Lum 70 Glenn Mar 387 yards you there. Johnson-Newlin 73 Stockwell-Godfrey 73 Roche-Miranda 74 Fong-Boyett 75

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Page 24 POA Journal March 2005 patio but he had already commit- the suspect prominently displayed ted. The suspect, 6' and 190 lbs, was walking through aisles placing his now dangling by one hand from the loot in a plastic garbage can and leav- ledge and certain death. Enter Officer ing the back door like Santa. Armed Nancie Guillory and Officer Tom with a full description, Warren and Smith - and lucky they did. Nancie Robert located the individual a few jumped up to the ledge and grabbed blocks from the scene of the crime the suspect's wrist just before he let and managed to obtain a confession go. Tom joined Nancie and, while they and recovered all of the stolen items. had absolutely no footing since the The suspect chided the officers telling window was so high off the ground, them that he was only trespassing at they still managed to hold on to our the time and that they had a horrible fledgling circus performer burglary case.. By Steve Johnson until they could leverage SFPOA him up and pull him back Officer Dan Gallagher was flagged inside. The suspect went to down by the owner of a shop in Union fficer Hector Basurto and his jail, which I'm sure was fine Square and told Dan that there were partner, Officer Keith Tha- with him . . . considering 2 suspects who had tried to purchase O retta, were interested in the the alternative. items with counterfeit money. He individual who glanced over at them gave Dan the license number of the and then immediately started walking Officer Mike Deely, car in which they had left. Dan put down Leavenworth Street. They were Northern Station, had the description of the suspect vehicle interested since the man's pants kept stopped by Sacred Heart out the exact same time that Officer dropping and dropping.. .knowing High School during his Joe Mayers was about to stop a car that the younger set has a penchant for watch when he was ap- for an expired registration. . . exactly, wearing very loose clothes, especially proached by several stu- same car. Both parties involved were pants, the officers thought maybe this dents running down the on probation for other assorted crimes was just a case of fashion gone bad, street to tell him that they and did have material on board that very bad. It was at the point where the just walked passed a busi- members of the Secret Service were man's pants were at his feet that the ness on the 1100 block of extremely interested in talking to them officers believed there was something Jesse Serna, left, and Gary Moriyama Ellis and saw a man inside about... more going on than at first glance... with a gun robbing the The guy was wanted for burglary the individual, still with his back to an illegal maneuver in the heart of owner. Mike put the descrip- but all the witness could identify was the officers, kept glancing back at them tourist land, Broadway and Columbus, tion out and immediately responded. his clothes - he never saw his face. while trying to cradle something in his so he runs the plate in anticipation Mike found the suspect hiding in some Officer Lyn O'Connell, Officer Alane left arm and, at the same time, pulling of conducting a traffic stop. Turns bushes near St. Mary's Cathedral and, Baca and Officer Craig Brandolino his pants up with his right. Hector and out that the car is stolen. Gary's been with the assistance of Officer Scott still did an outstanding investiga- Keith couldn't take it anymore - they around for a while so he calmly in- Ryan, had the suspect in cuffs and the tion that recovered several items that had to find out what was up with this forms Dispatch and keeps track of the gun recovered in a matter of minutes. the suspect had left behind in the guy. As they approached the individual vehicle with 2 on board as he waits did we say gun, again...? residence and they requested a latent he briefly darted behind a dumpster for reinforcement so that a stop can print examination. Inspector Mark and, after a few seconds, he came out be made without a chase. First unit And, again . . . the suspect from Hawthorne, Crime Scene Investiga- around the side of the portable chute on the scene is his partner, Officer Grass Valley, for whatever reason, tions, did the rest. If there's a print, facing the officers at which time they Jesse Serna. Jesse and Gary have made stood outside the nightclub at Pacific Mark will find it - and he did. There saw that he had a machinegun-type thousands of felony stops so this one and Columbus and opened fire on the will now be a case going to court. weapon tucked at his side pointed is no different, at least at first. people standing nearby. Officer Mark directly at them. Gary hits his lights and the driver Chan and Officer Norm Rice were The man who was acting extremely The officers immediately took cover hesitates to pull over at first, but then only 30 feet away and immediately suspicious, so much so that Officer but also saw that the suspect could complies. Now there's all sorts of activ- charged the suspect who, seeing that Ian Furminger took an immediate now move a lot quicker. The foot chase ity inside the vehicle. The officers get uniforms were now nearby, took off interest in him, presented a dilemma. was on. It only lasted a block until the suspects out of the car and then running. Mark and Norm chased him The man gestured that he could not Officer Basurto and Officer Ybaretta conduct a search. Right inside, on the down Columbus, in between cars, talk. Ian understood and was trying had the armed man trapped at which front seat, is a fully-loaded, tech-9 knowing full well that the suspect, to figure out what else the man was time, maybe because he could hear the assault weapon along with a loaded, who was still brandishing the gun, had attempting to convey as he was using sirens of the police cars responding, he .357 revolver. numerous chances to shoot back at his hands in a type of sign language finally gave up. The weapon, a tech-9 them but they still chose to place their Ian had never before seen. The man assault rifle, was fully-loaded. Our Case Analysis Committee has lives in jeopardy. The officers caught also seemed to be trying to suppress an There was no doubt that this in- this one also - I'll keep you posted. up with the armed suspect and had uncontrollable cough - but couldn't. dividual needed to go to jail but the Officer Joseph Lynch was helping him in cuffs before he could do any Everything became extremely clear suspect, the officers later learned, had out as the Department's Forensic Art- more damage. when the suspect's cough resulted in already been there the month before ist while also performing patrol duties his losing several pieces of rock cocaine after having been arrested with a when he was called to pick up a wit- No academy awards for the indi- he had tried to conceal in his mouth. loaded, .357 caliber revolver in the ness in an assault case and transport vidual who broke into the store on He then very clearly, in perfect English, same neighborhood...?? him to the Hall of Justice where he the 200 block of Post Street. Officer asked to speak to an attorney. And this is one of the reasons why could work his magic. While enroute, Warren Lee and Officer Robert Kellog we now have the SFPOA Case Analysis Joe's witness/passenger called out, reviewed the store security tape with Committee, chaired by Inspector John "Hey, there he is." pointing to an in- Cagney, Narcotics. John and his com- dividual standing on a nearby street mittee members have been meeting corner who was responsible for the vi- with representatives from our District cious assault. And, with the assistance Emerald Society Attorney's Office, Russ Giuntini and of Officer Benny Fong who just hap- Lou Landini, for the express purpose pened to be nearby, the suspect was of avoiding problems like this. People taken into custody and charged with Events walking around our City who are not a whole group of serious felonies that allowed to carry guns but are doing so, should determine where our he will be e San Francisco Bay Area need to go to jail and stay there. spending the next few years... Law Enforcement Emerald Yet it was very disturbing to find Society wishes everyone a out that the night before Officer Hec- The term 'look before you leap' happy St. Patrick's Day and invites tor Basurto and Officer Keith Ybaretta turned out prophetic for an individual all to join us while we march in apprehended their suspect armed with who failed to do so while being chased the Parade on Sunday, March 13, a tech-9 assault weapon that the by the officers from Mission Station. 2005. same thing happened in the Central Turns out his rash decision backfired Starting time: 12 noon at Mar- District. - immensely. .. The suspect had com- ket and Second Streets. mitted several felonies, was trying to Officer Gary Moriyama and Offi- escape capture, and found himself in Mark you calendars for our upcoming events: cerJesse Serna are normally partners. an apartment building with which he However, they had to be split up the was, obviously, not familiar. The sus- Annual Awards Dinnner-Dance, Saturday, May 21, 2005. We will other night because of the need for pect stepped up to a hallway window honor the Officer of the Year and Citizen of the Year. The dance will be more units to handle the calls for ser- that was 6 feet off the ground which held at the United Irish Cultural Center vice, which seem to be increasing at he was hoping would lead to the out- a higher rate than we are hiring new side. Once perched in the windowsill The date has been set for our Annual Golf Tournament at Harding people...?? (But that's another column he tried to turn and drop but then Park, Monday, August 29, 2005. This will be the last event at Harding in the near future.) found out that the drop was over before the American Golf Championships are held at this course. Anyway, Gary watches a car make 30 feet down to the waiting cement