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Detroit Police Department’s Appointment and Promotional Ceremony {0}
2016 City of Detroit Flex Spending unused contribution rollover {0}
Funeral and visitation arrangements for Wayne State Officer Collin Rose {0}
FIRST RESPONDERS NIGHT AT THE PALACE OF AUBURN HILLS {0}
6TH ANNUAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION NIGHT {0}
6TH ANNUAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION NIGHT
The Detroit Red Wings and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund present the 6th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Night as we honor all law enforcement officers from city, county, state and federal agencies at the Joe Louis Arena on Thursday, December 15, 2016.
The Detroit Red Wings have put together two incredible ticket packages that are open to all law enforcement personnel, corrections officers, sheriffs, non-sworn law enforcement employees, dispatchers, family, friends and anyone who respects and honors law enforcement and their service to our communities.
Tickets Packages are as follows:
Preferred – $67.00 – Upper Level, Rows 7-12
Regular – $47.00- Upper Level, Rows, 13-21
Each ticket order will receive a Farewell Season at the Joe. Law Enforcement Appreciation patch and the first 500 purchasers will have the opportunity to take a post-game shot on net, following the game. Groups of 35 or larger will receive an autographed puck from the group leader!
This event will take place at the Joe Louis Arena on Thursday, December 15, 2016. The game will start at 7:30 p.m. against the Los Angeles Kings.
To purchase tickets, order online at www.DetroitRedWings.com/law Enter promo
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No COPS TRUST Health Care Option for City of Detroit Public Safety for 2017 {0}
2017 DPLSA Health Care Open Enrollment {0}
Open enrollment begins on November 1, 2016 and will close on November 15, 2016. All changes are effective January 1, 2017. Please click here to view the 2017 open enrollment guide. Please also review the following important notes:
- During the enrollment period, you will be able to review your current plans, select/change your benefit plan options, add or remove dependents, or report other changes affecting your coverage. Active Employees married to a City of Detroit Retiree are now eligible to enroll their spouse for health care coverage effective January 1, 2017. Documentation is required.
- If you have a dependent who is totally and permanently disabled, you will be required to resubmit documentation during this open enrollment period (Form No. PA 275). If you do not submit this documentation, your dependent will be removed from coverage.
- If you have a dependent who is a full time student age 19 or older who is enrolled in dental or life insurance, you must resubmit proof of full time student status. IF you do not submit this documentation, your dependent will be removed from coverage.
- There is no vision enrollment for 2017. If you did not select vision coverage during open enrollment for the 2016 plan year, you will need to wait until open enrollment for the 2018 plan year to enroll or make a change.
- Dependents with missing or invalid Social Security Numbers (SSN) will be removed from coverage. Please log-in to review your dependents information to ensure it is accurate and complete.
- Please review and update your life insurance beneficiary during the open enrollment period.
2017 City of Detroit Health Care Open Enrollment {0}
REMINDER TO ENROLL IN YOUR FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT DURING THE 2017 ANNUAL OPEN ENROLLMENT {0}
REMINDER TO ENROLL IN YOUR FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT DURING THE 2017 ANNUAL OPEN ENROLLMENT
Thank You To The Detroit Police Department {0}
THANK YOU TO THE DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
On behalf of Commander Charles Mahone, myself and the entire Ninth Precinct, I would like to extend a huge thank you to all of the members of the Detroit Police Department during our time of loss of now, Captain Kenneth “Shark” Steil. The many thoughts, prayers, cards, food, equipment/vehicles and certainly manpower coverage. The assistance provided during the last week was instrumental in getting our Ninth Precinct Family through a very difficult time and funeral. Again, thank you to each and every member of this wonderful department, for all the support that was given and continues to be provided.
ERIC DECKER
Captain
Ninth Precinct
U. RENEE’ HALL
Deputy Chief
NPB-East
2016 – DETROIT POLICE LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS WEDNESDAY, December 21, 2016 {0}
2016 – DETROIT POLICE LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
WEDNESDAY, December 21, 2016
ALL Meetings doors open at 4:00 p.m.
Meetings start at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner after meeting
Meetings are being held at the American Serbian Hall located at
19940 Van Dyke, Detroit MI, 48234 at Outer Drive, (313)366-9668
Detroit Police Lieutenants and Sergeants Association
28 W. Adams, Suite 700
The DPLSA Leadership Award will be presented to the family of Lieutenant Kevin D. Miller by Chief James E. Craig during the Detroit Basic Recruit Class 2016 – D Graduation, Friday, September 30, 2016 at 10:30 am at Greater Grace Church located at 23500 W. 7 Mile, Detroit Michigan, 48219. {0}
The DPLSA Leadership Award will be presented to the family of Lieutenant Kevin D. Miller by Chief James E. Craig during the Detroit Basic Recruit Class 2016 – D Graduation, Friday, September 30, 2016 at 10:30 am at Greater Grace Church located at 23500 W. 7 Mile, Detroit Michigan, 48219.
Chief Craig will also be making a special presentation to the family and presenting the DPLSA Leadership Award during the same ceremony would allow all of Lieutenant Miller’s family, friends and colleagues to attend the recognition.
Kevin died on Wednesday, June 29, 2016. I encourage all that knew and loved Kevin to attend so that his family would see the appreciation of this awesome individual.
U of M Dearborn Scholarship {0}
Community Service Personnel Scholarship
The University of Michigan-Dearborn provides a scholarship valued at 20% of tuition and fees for public safety employees at partnering organizations. The scholarship is available for degree-seeking students and can be used for undergraduate and graduate programs.
Current Participating Public Safety Organizations:
| Allen Park Police Department
City of Dearborn Heights Dearborn Police Department Detroit Public Safety Huron Township Police Department Lathrup Village Public Safety Macomb County Sheriff’s Deparment Michigan Department of State Monroe County Sheriff’s Department Novi Police Department Oakland County Circuit Court
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Oakland County Sheriff’s Office
City of Plymouth Plymouth Township Southfield Public Safety Taylor Police Department The United States Department of Homeland Security, Washtenaw County Circuit Court Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office Wayne County Sheriff’s Office Wayne County Circuit Court Woodhaven Police Department |
Overview of the Process
- The employee applies for admission, and if criteria are met, is admitted.
- The employee, civilian or sworn, must follow the normal process and requirements of the respective public safety tuition support program.
- The employee, civilian or sworn, requests an employment verification letter from their Human Resources Department.
- The Human Resources Department must fax the letter to UM-Dearborn’s Financial Aid Office (Fax to 313-593-5313 to the attention of Sabrina Guyton).
- Upon receipt, the Office of Financial Aid will award the Community Service Personnel Scholarship by posting it to the student’s account.
The student is responsible for paying tuition by the stated deadline for that semester. The student should pay the full tuition amount minus 20%.
Notes
When the Community Service Personnel Scholarship is initially posted to the student’s award, an estimated dollar amount will be listed. Typically, 10 days before the start of a semester, 20% of the tuition and fees will be automatically calculated and posted to the student’s account. This value of the scholarship is based on 20% of tuition and fees for all courses enrolled. The amount of the scholarship is subject to change based on any changes in class schedule or employment.
Contact Individuals
Kevin Lewtschanyn in Admissions & Orientation at klewt@umich.edu
Susan Cushnier in College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters at scushnie@umich.edu
Sabrina Guyton in Financial Aid at sguyton@umich.edu
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING’S BASIC RECRUIT CLASS 2016-D ALONG WITH THE AMERICAN RED CROSS PRESENTS A BLOOD DRIVE {0}
Members please support the blood drive the donated blood would help a lot of people but also help save the lives of one of our members or the lives of one of our family members!
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING’S BASIC RECRUIT CLASS 2016-D ALONG WITH THE AMERICAN RED CROSS PRESENTS A BLOOD DRIVE
On Thursday, September 1, 2016, Basic Recruit Class 2016-D, along with the American Red Cross will present a blood drive, at the Detroit Police Training Center, located at 6050 Linwood.
Come join Basic Recruit Class 2016-D, in their mission to aid local hospitals during the busy Labor Day weekend. Donations will take place between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.; we have a target goal of forty-five (45) donors. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org, to set- up an appointment time that is convenient for you.
Listed below is some beneficial information:
• The American Red Cross is the Largest Supplier of Blood to Detroit
Children’s Hospital;
• Red Blood Cells have a shelf life up to forty-two (42) Days;
• Platelets have a shelf life of five (5) Days;
• Plasma has a one (1) year Shelf life, if frozen;
• Every two (2) seconds someone needs Blood;
• More than 41,000, donations are needed every day;
• The average person has 10 -12 pints of blood in the body;
• It takes 8 -10 minutes to donate;
• One pint of blood saves three (3) lives; and
• People with Professional Tattoos can give blood; a Year’s wait is no
longer required.
We are looking forward to your participation, please have a balanced meal on the days leading up to your donation and drink plenty of water.
Please refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages the day prior to donation.
If you have any questions or concerns contact Sergeant Tarran Foster, of
Professional Education & Training at 313-596-2760.
DPLSA invites you to join us in the Detroit Labor Day Parade (Actives and Retirees). {0}
On Monday, September 5, 2016, the Detroit Police Lieutenants and Sergeants Association (DPLSA) will be marching in the Detroit Labor Day Parade. The DPLSA Executive Team would like to invite all DPLSA Members along with any members of the Detroit Police Department along with their family, friends or supporters to walk with our Association during the Parade to help celebrate and support Labor!
If you plan on attending the Parade the DPLSA will be staging with Division 4 at Michigan and Wabash. For more information please contact the DPLSA at (313) 961-5699. Please join us in celebrating and supporting Labor, thank you!
Mark Young
President
DPLSA
Staging for parade participants begins at 7 am
Step off time is 9:30 am
Michigan Avenue has 9 lanes: 4 eastbound, 4 westbound, and a turning lane. Marchers will line up in the 4 eastbound lanes and the turning lane. The far westbound lane must be
reserved for emergency (EMS) vehicles, while the remaining 3 westbound lanes will be for vehicles.
Vehicles will line up on streets nearest their staging area and feed into Michigan
Cochrane
Harrison
10th Street
11th Street
Rosa Parks Blvd. Vermont
Wabash
14th Street
Each union will be advised by a marshall when to step into the march route at Michigan & Trumbull and march east on
Michigan to Washington Blvd.
Parade participants will march south on Washington marching pass Cobo Hall, pass UAW Ford Program Center/151 West Jefferson, to the Labor Legacy Monument
All vehicles will turn right off of Washington onto Fort Street disbursing as needed.
14thStreet
Division 1
Division 2
Division 3
Division 4
MNA
Firefighters / Sergeants & Lieutenants
IAM / Seafarers
Other Unions
Constituency Groups
APALA—APRI—CBTU
CLUW-LCLAA—PAW
Faith-Based& Community Groups
Walkers line up on Michigan
Vehicles line up on Wabash & 14th Streets
Harrison
Trumbull
Vermont
Slow’s Bar-b-que
Mercury Bar
Wabash
14th Street
Rosa Parks Blvd.
10th Street
Cochrane
Important information that can help save the lives of law enforcement, please read and share! {0}
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) has issued a new research report entitled Deadly Calls and Fatal Encounters, a five-year study (2010-2014) analyzing 684 line-of-duty deaths to identify key indicators and early trends that can impact law enforcement officer safety. The purpose of this report is to identify situations that place officers at higher levels of risk and offer multiple recommendations to enhance officer safety. This project was supported by a cooperative agreement awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).
The analysis focused on cases that involved a dispatched call for service which required a police response and what information was made available to the responding officers. Researchers also examined cases involving self-initiated actions, and what, if any, commonalities were discovered that could be utilized as learning tools to prevent future deadly calls or fatal encounters.
Key Findings Include:
- Calls related to domestic disputes and domestic-related incidents represented the highest number of fatal types of calls for service.
- More than 20% of the officers responding to calls were killed by suspects with rifles.
- A small but significant number (8%) of officers arriving first on the scene of a call took action by themselves, rather than coordinate with the backup officers they had requested or the additional units already en route.
- Sixty-three percent of officers who were killed while engaged in self-initiated action were conducting a traffic stop for vehicle enforcement.
- Fifty-three percent of fatal crashes were associated with urgent responses to Officer Needs Assistance calls or a radio request for emergency assistance from a fellow officer.
Recommendations in the Report Include:
- Greater emphasis should be placed on the need for two officers to respond to calls for service and officers should wait for the secondary unit or the backup assistance they requested before acting.
- Improve communications and information-sharing for officers on the street who are responding to calls for service. Call history, warrants, and arrest history for the location and any previously identified mental health issues should be readily available.
- Conduct dispatcher and supervisory training to better coordinate responses to high priority calls such as Officer Needs Assistance, Robbery in Progress, and Shots Fired. Ensure that domestic violence cases are monitored closely and that dispatchers challenge officers for their welfare regularly when they are on the scene of a high priority call.
- Consider training officers on passenger-side approaches during traffic stops to increase the officer’s tactical advantage and reduce the likelihood of being struck by a passing vehicle.
- Given the increasing use of assault-style rifles against police, officers should incorporate the use of patrol rifles, body armor with hard armor plates, and ballistic helmets, which can be deployed during high threat responses.
“This report bears many important findings and recommendations that will help protect the men and women who serve in law enforcement. I hope that policy-makers, trainers and leaders find this information beneficial for continued development of procedures and tactics that will help improve the safety of America’s law enforcement officers,” said Memorial Fund President and CEO Craig W. Floyd.
A copy of the full report, “Deadly Call and Fatal Encounters: Analysis of U.S. law enforcement line-of-duty fatalities as officers responded to calls for service and engaged in self-initiated enforcement activity (2010-2014),” is available at www.LawMemorial.org/COPSReport.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT INFORMATION – REMINDER {0}
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT INFORMATION – REMINDER
Pursuant to following contractual articles:
DPOA Article 39. Miscellaneous, Subsection L. Tuition Reimbursement
DPLSA Article 17. Miscellaneous Items, Subsection O. Tuition Reimbursement
DPCOA Article 27. Miscellaneous, Subsection H. Tuition Reimbursement
Members must meet eligibility requirements as defined in the labor agreement. Additionally, members must be full time and active at the time of payment.
Eligible members are allowed tuition reimbursement of a maximum of $2000 per fiscal year.
Course completion dates as defined by the college or university will determine the fiscal year in which courses are eligible for reimbursement.
Costs for tuition and registration fees are eligible for reimbursement. Course books, lab fees or other costs or fees are not eligible.
Any course taken in pursuit of a college degree as defined in the labor agreement is eligible, if the college or university is accredited by an accreditation agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
To request tuition reimbursement, the member must complete a Tuition Reimbursement Application Form (9416-P), and submit to Police Personnel, 6th Floor DPSH, no later than 45 days subsequent to the course ending date.
An official transcript or grade report (which shows a grade of “C” or better, or “pass” for pass/fail courses), and proof of payment must be submitted with the reimbursement application. Form 9416-P is posted on the DPD intranet home page.
Police Personnel, in conjunction with Police Fiscal with process all eligible reimbursement applications.
Arrangements for Retired Investigator Tawnya King {0}
HUMAN RESOURCES BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION WELLNESS FAIR {0}
HUMAN RESOURCES BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION WELLNESS FAIR
The City of Detroit Benefits Administration will host a Benefits Wellness Promotion First Health & Wellness Assessment Fair. The events will be held:
- Wednesday, August 3, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center – Auditorium Atrium 13th Floor 2 Woodward, Detroit, MI 48226
- Friday, August 5, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Police/Fire Headquarters – Michigan Ballroom 1301 Third Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
This is an opportunity for employees to gather information from a variety of health and wellness organizations that can have a positive impact on your lifestyle and well-being.
This one day events will include:
Blood Pressure Screening Vision Screening
Cholesterol Consultation Diabetes Consultation
Chair Massage Body Mass Index Measurement
Fitness Demonstrations Hustle Demonstrations
All screenings and measurements will be conducted privately and results will be released only to you. For more information email Benefits Administration at benefitswellnesspromotion@detroitmi.gov or call Linda Woodley at 313-224-9382 or Mia Cook at 313-224-4833
Please register for the event at http://benefitswellnesspromotion.eventbrite.com/
Arrangements for Sergeant Kevin Dwayne Miller, assigned to 11th Precinct, End of Watch, Wednesday, June 29, 2016 {0}
Arrangements for Detroit Police Sergeant Kevin D. Miller
Visitation:
JUL 6. 04:00 PM – 08:00 PM
O. H. Pye, III Funeral Home
17600 Plymouth Road
Detroit, MI, US, 48227
Family Hour
JUL 7. 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Greater Grace Temple
23500 W. 7 Mile Road
Detroit, MI, US, 48219
Service
JUL 7. 11:00 AM
Greater Grace Temple
23500 W. 7 Mile Road
Detroit, MI, US, 48219
12th Precinct ANTI – CRIME WALK. Rally begins at 10 am, Citgo Gas Station, 10840 Fenkell, Detroit MI {0}
COFFEE AND CAKE FOR RETIRING SERGEANT MARVIN C. JONES, ASSIGNED TO SEX CRIMES {0}
COFFEE AND CAKE FOR RETIRING SERGEANT MARVIN C. JONES, ASSIGNED TO SEX CRIMES
The Detroit Public Safety Headquarters (DPSHQ) is hosting a Coffee and Cake Reception for retiring Sergeant Marvin C. Jones, Commanding Officer of Sex Crimes on Friday, June 10, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sergeant Jones is retiring after twenty seven (27) years of dedicated service. Please join us at the DPSHQ, located at 1301 Third, 3rd Floor, Michigan Room, Detroit, Michigan 48226, in celebrating his accomplishments and contributions and long standing distinguished service to the Detroit Police Department and to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
43rd Annual Detroit Police Department Interfaith Memorial {0}
The 43rd Annual Detroit Police Department’s Interfaith Memorial Service will be held at Old St. Mary’s Church, 646 Monroe Street, Detroit, Michigan 48226, on Friday, May 6, 2016, at 8:00 a.m. You are cordially invited to attend the service and join us in honoring the memories of those officers who have sacrificed their lives while protecting and serving the citizens of the City of Detroit. We will also give honor to all of law enforcement officers throughout the nation who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Please try to attend and pay respect to one of our own Sergeant Joseph J. Abdella, Badge # S-125 aka “Capone” who died while active on Friday, August 14, 2015.
RE-ALIGNMENT OF CERTAIN DEPARTMENT ENTITIES AND APPOINTMENT OF DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL (AMENDED) {0}
RE-ALIGNMENT OF CERTAIN DEPARTMENT ENTITIES AND
APPOINTMENT OF DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL (AMENDED)
Name Appointed to
Arnold Williams Commander
Timothy Leach Commander
Brian Mounsey Commander
Whitney Walton Commander
Aric Tosqui Commander
Jacqueline Pritchett Commander
Nick Kyriacou Commander
John Svec Captain
Keeth Williams Captain
Kelly Fitzgerald Captain
Bilal Muhammad Captain
Darrell Patterson Captain
Tiffany Stewart Captain
Kurt Worboys Captain
Gary Sroka Captain
Mark Thornton Captain
With the implementation of these appointments, the following (re)assignments have been ordered―
Rank Name Assignment
Deputy Chief Charles Fitzgerald NPB―West
Deputy Chief David LeValley Detective Bureau
Commander Brian Mounsey 2nd Precinct
Commander Nicholas Giaquinto 3rd Precinct
Commander Whitney Walton 4th Precinct
Commander Eric Ewing 5th Precinct
Commander Aric Tosqui 6th Precinct
Commander Arnold Williams 7th Precinct
Commander Jacqueline Pritchett 8th Precinct
Commander Charles Mahone 9th Precinct
Commander Nick Kyriacou 10th Precinct
Commander Timothy Leach 11th Precinct
Commander Johnny Thomas 12th Precinct
Commander Marlon Wilson Major/Organized Crimes
Captain Steven Walton Major Violators
Captain Kenneth Balinski Task Force Administrative
Captain Mark Thornton Crime Intelligence
Captain Bilal Muhammad 2nd Precinct
Captain Russell Solano 4th Precinct
Captain Tiffany Stewart 6th Precinct
Captain Kurt Worboys 8th Precinct
Captain Elaine Miles 10th Precinct
Captain Kelly Fitzgerald 11th Precinct
Captain Gary Sroka 12th Precinct
Captain Darrell Patterson Metro Division
Captain John Svec Chief Duty Officer
Captain Keeth Williams Training
Chief of Police James E. Craig wishes all those receiving appointments the best in their new assignments. Questions or concerns regarding this restructuring may be directed to Administrative Operations (to be Office of Support Operations) at 596-2750