Annual Report - Durham Region Police Service

DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
AUXILIARY UNIT
2012
Annual Report
Celebrating 35 Years as Proud Leaders
In Community Service
For over 35 years,
the
Durham Regional Police Service Auxiliary Unit
has provided volunteer community service to the citizens of the Durham
Region.
Inspector Charlie Green
Auxiliary Liaison Officer
I would like to congratulate all members of the Auxiliary Unit for another very successful and busy year. For
the first time in the history of the Unit we surpassed 200 events in one year. A total of 209 events were
completed. The Chief has authorized the Unit strength to be increased to 90 members to reflect ten percent
of sworn strength.
The Chief’s inspection and graduation parade was held on February 17th and we added nineteen (19) new
auxiliary constables to the Unit. The parade was held at the Col. R.S. McLaughlin Armoury and numerous GTA
Police Services attended as well as family and friends.
This year was the Diamond Jubilee for Her Majesty, The Queen and four (4) members of the Unit were
recipients of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal. The medal is awarded for duty and service. Auxiliary
Inspector Elborn and Auxiliary Sergeant Buller were awarded their medal at the Service Awards in September.
Auxiliary Constable Everingham was awarded her medal through her employer. Auxiliary Constable Spratley
was awarded his medal through the Canadian Forces, Ontario Regiment (RCAC). Congratulations, you have
made us all proud.
The Unit contributed almost 18,000 hours of volunteer time to the Durham Regional Police Service and the
Region. The Unit must qualify each year in Use of Force and I would be remiss if I did not thank the Use of
Force instructors for their professionalism and hard work in ensuring that our Auxiliary Unit receives training
that is second to none. We saw twelve (12) new recruits start their training with the expectation of
commencing their duties by Canada Day of 2013.
Throughout the year I have received numerous comments from officers throughout the Service
complementing the auxiliary officers on the excellent job that they do. The frontline officers realize the
importance of the Unit and the invaluable assistance they provide to the Durham Regional Police and the
citizens of Durham.
Our NCO cadre works so very hard throughout the year under the leadership of Auxiliary Inspector Louise
Elborn and I thank them for their professionalism and dedication to the DRPS. Our annual appreciation dinner
and “Auxiliary Officer of the Year” was held at Deer Creek and Auxiliary Constable Tracy Matusiak #2154 was
Auxiliary Officer of the Year. Congratulations Tracy. The Auxiliary Constables perform their duties very well
and are a credit to themselves, the Unit and the Durham Regional Police.
Chief Constable Mike Ewles provides continued support to the Unit. We thank the Chief and Superintendent
Mills for their guidance and assistance. I join Sgt Kate Harrison and Constable Al Ouellette in thanking our
auxiliary officers for their selfless contribution to the DRPS and the citizens of our Region. Thank You!
Auxiliary Inspector and
Auxiliary Non Commissioned Officers
Louise Elborn
Auxiliary Inspector
Dan Pilon
Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
Administration
Paul Murray
Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
Training and Development
Jason Pow
Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
Operations
Bernie Kirck
Auxiliary Sergeant
North Division
Heather Butler
Auxiliary Sergeant
North Division
Gavin Alston
Auxiliary Sergeant
East Division
Bob Kotsopoulos
Auxiliary Sergeant
Central West Division
Bob Buller
Auxiliary Sergeant
Central West Division
Mike Cauchi
Auxiliary Sergeant
Central East Division
Mark Blackmore
Auxiliary Sergeant
West Division
Terry Bellamy
Auxiliary Sergeant
West Division
Don Foster
Auxiliary Sergeant
East Division
Shane Christensen
Auxiliary Sergeant
Central East Division
Membership Statistics
Authorized Strength
90
Auxiliary Officer Resignations
4
Recruits
0
Actual Compliment – 2012 Year End
65
1 Auxiliary Inspector
3 Auxiliary Staff Sergeants
10 Auxiliary Sergeants
51 Auxiliary Constables
Events by Division
2012
2011
North Division
30
30
East Division
26
23
Central East Division
30
31
Central West Division
32
29
West Division
19
20
Speed Board
67
52
Other
5
6
Total
209
191
Kilometres
77,691kms
Mileage Claim
$67,284.87
Events by Month
40
33
35
32
25
25
17
6
4
1 1
1
3
2011
19
17
16
12
15
5
22
18
20
10
28 29
27
30
11
2012
10
4
1 2
0
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Event Hours by Month
1378
1400
1200
1000
798.5
809
836.5
800
523.5
600
400
200
378.5
332.5
312.5
296.5
306
61
44
0
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Total Events Over 5 Years
Hour Statistics
2012 Auxiliary Officer of the Year
The Sharon Bowdring Award was created in memory of Sharon Bowdring who was one of the 13 original members of
the Auxiliary Unit when it formed in 1977. After serving only a couple of years, Sharon passed away and the members
felt that something should be done in her memory. With approval of Chief Jon Jenkins, the award was made.
This plaque is awarded to the recipient not only because he or she may have put in the most hours over the year, but we
look for such characteristics as reliability, a strong commitment to serving the Durham Region, a positive and
professional image at all times, enthusiasm, a strong team player, confidence in performing any type of duty assigned,
good mentoring, etc.
2012 Auxiliary Officer of the Year
Auxiliary Constable Tracy Matusiak
Auxiliary Constable Tracy Matusiak joined the Auxiliary Unit in 2007. Since her
enlistment, Tracy has exceeded well over the minimum required 144 hours per
year and has always received an excellent performance evaluation. In 2012, Tracy
had performed an impressive 234.5 hours and assisted with 30 events throughout
our region.
Tracy has a spirited personality, is very reliable, compliant, hard working, and her
demeanor is professional at all times. She quietly goes about her duties at every
event, most times showing up early to offer assistance to the Auxiliary
sergeant(s) in charge of the event, and is always willing to go the extra mile.
As a senior constable, Auxiliary Matusiak has organized and ran events in the
absence of the divisional Auxiliary Sergeants. Tracy is a great role model for not only the Unit, but especially for the
new members as an excellent mentoring officer.
Congratulations Tracy on receiving this award, it is well deserved.
Years of Service Awards
35 Years of Service
10 Years of Service
Auxiliary Staff Sergeant Paul MURRAY #2105
Auxiliary Staff Sergeant Dan PILON # 2109
Auxiliary Sergeant Heather BUTLER #2096
Auxiliary Sergeant Mike CAUCHI #2098
Auxiliary Sergeant Bob BULLER #2004
5 Years of Service
Auxiliary Sergeant Terry BELLAMY #2149
Auxiliary Sergeant Don FOSTER #2147
Auxiliary Constable Margaret EVERINGHAM #2145
Auxiliary Constable Lynne HEBERT #2156
Auxiliary Constable Michael IANNANTUONO #2151
Auxiliary Constable Randy IRELAND #2153
Auxiliary Constable Eric LAM #2144
Auxiliary Constable Tracy MATUSIAK #2154
Auxiliary Constable Clint NEULS #2148
Auxiliary Constable Nick PROIOS #2159
Auxiliary Constable Kim STONEBURG #2158
Auxiliary Constable Dale SYMONS #2162
Promotions
Constable to Sergeant
Don FOSTER #2147
Specialty Units
Auxiliary Officers Qualified On All Terrain Vehicles
5
1 Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
2 Auxiliary Sergeants
2 Auxiliary Constables
Auxiliary Officers Qualified On Bicycles
10
1 Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
4 Auxiliary Sergeants
5 Auxiliary Constables
Auxiliary Officers Qualified For Marine
9
1 Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
4 Auxiliary Sergeants
4 Auxiliary Constables
Auxiliary Officers Qualified For Search
16
1 Auxiliary Inspector
1 Auxiliary Staff Sergeant
7 Auxiliary Sergeants
7 Auxiliary Constables
Community Events
North Division
30 Events
Sunderland Santa Claus Parade
Claremont Winter Festival
Sunderland Maple Sugar Festival (x2)
Uxbridge Half Marathon
Uxbridge Walk for MS
Huck Finn Fishing Derby
Motorcycle Ride For Dad
Law Enforcement Torch Run - North Leg
Port Perry Canada Day Fireworks
Port Perry Canada Day Parade
Beaverton Canada Day Parade
North Durham Business Survey Distribution (x3)
Jennifer Ashleigh Charity BBQ
Sunderland Fair Parade
Beaverton Fair School Parade
Beaverton Terry Fox Run
DRPA Golf Tournament
North Division Halloween Assistance
Port Perry Remembrance Day Service
Beaverton Remembrance Day Service
Uxbridge Remembrance Day Service
Sunderland Remembrance Day Service
Port Perry BIA Tree Lighting Ceremony
Beaverton Christmas Parade
Port Perry Christmas Parade
Uxbridge Christmas Parade
Cannington Christmas Parade
East Division
26 Events
Farmers Festival of Lights
Bowmanville Walk for MS
Alphie Shrubb Run
Bowmanville Million Dollar Neighbourhood
Clarington Race Against Drugs (x3)
Bowmanville Canada Day
Newcastle Orange Parade
Oprah Winfrey's Million Dollar Yard Sale
Kids of Steel Triathlon
Orono Fall Fair Parade
Bowmanville Terry Fox Run
Bowmanville Take Back The Night
Newcastle Lions Dog Walk
East Division Halloween Assistance
Orono Remembrance Parade
DRP Food & Toy Drive Kick Off
Newtonville Remembrance Day Parade
Bowmanville Remembrance Day Parade
Newcastle Remembrance Day Service
Bowmanville Christmas Parade
Lock it or Lose it Bowmanville (x2)
Orono Santa Parade
CPR Holiday Train
Community Events
Central East Division
30 Events
Oshawa New Years Eve Celebrations
New Years Day Resolution Run
Deputy Chief Whiteway Retirement Party
NHL Legends/DRPS Hockey Game
Children’s Aid Society Easter Egg Hunt
Vimy Ridge Parade
Doors Open Oshawa
Doors Open Whitby
Battle of the Atlantic Parade
Oshawa Police Week (x4)
Community Living Auction
Durham Pride Parade
Nuclear Reception Centre Exercise
Fiesta Day Parade
Oshawa Canada Day
Girls Minor Ball Hockey Tournament Ceremonies
Oshawa Refuge Run
Motorcycle Ride for Sick Kids
19th Annual Autofest Downtown Oshawa
Oshawa Rib Fest (x2)
Oshawa Take Back The Night
CIBC - Run For The Cure
Oshawa Community Fire Safety Day
Festival of Remembrance
Oshawa Remembrance Day Service
Oshawa Parade of Lights
Central West Division
32 Events
Whitby Christmas Parade
Kids Safety Village Easter Eggstavaganza
Race Against Drugs Durham (x5)
Cops & Kids Fishing Day
Lock it or Lose It Whitby (x3)
Kids Safety Village Bicycle Safety
W.I.N. Marathon
Brooklin Spring Fair Assistance (x3)
Brooklin Fair Parade
Whitby Canada Day
Whitby Rib Fest (x3)
Their Opportunity Bicycle Ride
Brooklin Harvest Festival
Whitby Heritage Day
Ladies Auxiliary Parade
Terry Fox Run
Abilities Center Charity Motorcycle Ride
Chief For A Day
Distribution of Chiefs Letter to Whitby Businesses
Brooklin Remembrance Day Service
Whitby Remembrance Day
Brooklin Christmas in the Village
Community Events
West Division
19 Events
Steps for Life 5km Walk
Devi Mandair Walkathon
D Day Ceremony
Stride to Turn the Tide
Ajax Home Week Fireworks
Law Enforcement Torch Run - South Leg
Pickering Canada Day
Great Waterfront Trail Adventure
Lock It Or Lose It Pickering
India Heritage Day
Police Exemplary Service Awards Night
Pickering Terry Fox Run
5th Annual Run Ajax Waterfront Half Marathon
Police Appreciation Dinner and Awards Night
Ajax Remembrance Day Parade
Ajax Christmas Parade
Pickering Christmas Parade
Ajax Remembrance Day Service
Pickering Remembrance Service
Other
5 Events
Chiefs Annual Inspection and Graduation Parade
Peel Auxiliary Graduation
Ontario Police Memorial
DRPS Recruitment at Toronto Pride Event
35th Annual National Peace Officers Memorial
Letters of Appreciation
I want to commend both Bob Buller and Bob Kotsopoulos for doing an incredible job in the organization and
coordination of our Auxiliary members for the event (Brooklin Spring Fair). We are very fortunate to have
both assigned to Central West as their combined experience and leadership is second to none!
One of our Town Councillors at the parade also asked me to pass along their thanks and appreciation for the
hard work and dedication performed by our Auxiliary members. Again, thank you to both Bob and Bob- and
your team- for doing an excellent job!
Ron Kapuscinski
Central West CRU Sergeant
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Just wanted to send you folks a quick message to thank you for helping out at Remembrance Day and
especially for assisting 151 Sqn of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.
The march down the street was well received and for many cadets, was a once in a lifetime opportunity
considering the weather and the fact it was on a Sunday.
I had many compliments from citizens who were very impressed with the Police presence and the
professionalism of your officers. Thanks again…..please let your officers know how much we appreciated
their support that day.
Bert Weigel
Central East CIB
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On Friday night Port Perry had the BIA Christmas tree lighting ceremony in town and four auxiliary officers
attended to assist. The officers were Dale Symons, Terry Williamson, Dave Chambers and Tammy Coles.
During the event an eleven year old took off from group home workers with the Myrtle Group home who had
a bunch of kids at the event. Dale Symons called me immediately on private and explained the situation. He
made his way to the other Aux officers and the group home staff and began to get some information while
myself and PC Mullen and PC Gibbs attended.
This turned into a larger search due to the Search Urgency numbers and officers from around the region and
Air1 and Canine attended. The male was located safe and sound a couple hours after he initially went missing.
My thanks and praise to these officers, who without having to be asked or prompted, asked my permission to
remain in the area and assist with the search. They began to check areas in town I did not yet have manpower
for and were a great asset. I just wanted to let you know that it was appreciated and they did a great job.
Sgt Dave Loughlin
North Division
Letters of Appreciation
I just wanted to take the time to thank you all for your help in making this year’s event (Chief For A Day) a
great one for the kids. It’s always a lot of fun but it couldn’t happen without everyone’s assistance and we
appreciate it.
Jason, please pass along my thanks to Eileen and Alan. Thanks again and have a good day.
Susan Gibbs
Corporate Communications
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Thank you Terry and your platoon for your services yesterday as part of our 5th Annual RUN AJAX Waterfront
Half Marathon & 5K event!
From initial comments everything went very well - we appreciate your time and commitment to our event.
We are looking forward to next year - Sunday September 22, 2013!
Kevin Smith
Active Living Coordinator, Town of Ajax
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Thanks to you Jason and your team of auxiliary officers for keeping both packs of riders safe on the trip from
Don Mills to Whitby (“Their Opportunity”).
Thanks also to Chris and James for participating in the ride and to Janine for attending the closing ceremony
in Whitby!
Geneva and Jill, the young women who are just over half-way across the country enjoyed having some
company and I am sure the reception they got in Toronto and Durham will help them on their way and raise
awareness of the needs of young people who need funding to play sports!
Giles H. le Riche, C.A.
Director of Business Services