THE MAGAZINE Legislative Breakfast
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THE MAGAZINE Legislative Breakfast
THE Summer, 2007 Vol. 15, No. 2 Official publication of the Police Benevolent and Protective Association MAGAZINE Legislative Breakfast R epresentative Dan Brady, second from left, and Senator Bill Brady, third from left, were just two of the many Senators and Representatives who attended the Legislative Breakfast on April 26th. Also pictured here are PB&PA members from Bloomington – Unit #21. Summer, 2007 Vol. 15, No. 2 ISSUE In this The official publication of the Police Benevolent and Protective Association of Illinois Aims and Policies of the Police Benevolent and Protective Association of Illinois Articles The Executive Board-------------------------5 President’s Message--------------------------6 Mark Your Calendars-------------------------7 Member News---------------------------------9 1. To issue a quarterly publication known as The PB&PA Magazine. Softball Tournament------------------------ 11 2. To urge adequate compensation for all police officers employed in the various police departments in the state of Illinois. Candidates for the 2007 Elections-------- 13 3. To help in defraying the funeral expenses of all police officers dying of natural causes or those who are killed in the line of duty. Convention---------------------------------- 21 4. To act in the interest of and for the benefit of all police officers employed by police departments in the state of Illinois and for those members who have been pensioned from the same police departments and to promote their welfare. NAPO Bulletin------------------------------ 27 5. To disseminate useful and helpful knowledge pertaining to law enforcement. Golf Tournament---------------------------- 16 Blasts from the Past------------------------ 23 Bowling Tournament----------------------- 41 All New PB&PA Merchandise------------ 45 Unit News 6. To create a cooperative spirit between the police departments and the citizens of this state. Unit #6 - Rockford-------------------------- 30 7. To work for the expansion of the order. Unit #37 - Sterling-------------------------- 33 8. To sponsor worthwhile youth programs for boys and girls throughout the state of Illinois. Unit #39 - Decatur-------------------------- 33 Unit #27 - Peoria---------------------------- 30 Unit #73 - N. Riverside-------------------- 34 9. To secure suitable pensions and disability remuneration and proper compensation for dependents of deceased police officers. Unit #99 - Macon County----------------- 35 10. To ensure uniformity of state traffic laws and to promote general public safety. Unit #156A - Chicago Sgts.--------------- 36 Unit #120 - Bartonville-------------------- 35 11. To inform government officials and state legislators of the problems CONTACT US of law enforcement officers as related to their working conditions and 435 W. Washington St., Springfield, IL 62702 salaries. 12. To defend and publicize the integrity of the vast majority of Illinois police officers who, at great personal sacrifice, are devoting their lives and careers to the noble profession of law enforcement. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Toll-Free 800-303-4531 217-523-5141---------------------- Fax: 217-523-7677 www.pbpa.org Page #? Your Unit What has your unit been doing? · Did you have a local picnic for your members and their families? · Is anyone from your unit involved in the Special Olympics? · Are you using your Youth Grant to sponsor little league teams or other summer activities? ·Has anyone been awarded special commendations lately? · Any promotions or retirements you would like to share? · Anything happening in your department or community that you would like to share with other PB&PA members? You do not have to be the official “secretary” for your unit. We accept articles and pictures from all of our members! You can send in anything at anytime and we will add it to the next magazine issue. If you don’t think you’re a great writer, just send in a picture with who and what is pictured and we’ll add a caption. Just be sure to include your name and a phone number where we can reach you for verification. Send submissions to: PB & PA of Illinois, 435 W. Washington Street, Springfield, IL 62702 win a golf shirt! Members: Look for this picture throughout the magazine and submit the page number, your name, unit, address and phone number for a chance to win a PBPA Golf Shirt.* Submit entries to: Dianne Grey 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 *One winner will be drawn from all eligible entries the day of the next editorial deadline. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 READER INFORMATION Editorial Deadlines January 15— to print in March (Spring) April 16— to print in June (Summer) July 16— to print in September (Fall) October 15— to print in December (Winter) Text Type all material. DO NOT TYPE IN ALL CAPS. Photos • Photos must be original prints. • Photo captions should be from left to right, typed on a piece of white paper and numbered to match photos. • If you want the photo returned, indicate the name and address of the person it should be returned to. • Use cardboard to protect the photos from being damaged in the mail. Page The Executive Board association Committees President Von Young P.O. Box 237 Bondville, IL 61815 Home: (217) 351-1838 Work: (217) 351-2369 1st Vice President Richard Gillespie II 608 Blair St. Alton, IL 62002 Home: (618) 462-5961 Work: (618) 463-3505 Cell: (618) 781-0282 Sergeant-at-Arms Phillip Fisher 13725 W. Farmington Road Hanna City, IL 61536 Home: (309) 565-7609 Work: (309) 494-8300 Cell: (309) 256-1813 2nd Vice President Richard Holman, Jr. 238 Melrose Drive Colona, IL 61241 Work: (309) 752-1555 Cell: (309) 781-5634 Sergeant-at-Arms Amy M. Strawn P.O. Box 4851 Springfield, IL 62708 Work: (217) 788-8317 Cell: (217) 899-3922 Financial Secretary Bruce Brannum 3812 Modesto Drive Rockford, IL 61114 Home: (815) 877-3787 Work: (815) 987-5824 Cell: (815) 222-7471 Chief Legal Counsel Sean M. Smoot 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 Home: (217) 793-2079 Work: (217) 523-5141 Fax: (217) 523-7677 Treasurer James Genz, Jr. 15 Primrose Lane Sycamore, IL 60178 Home: (815) 899-3399 Work: (847) 289-2664 Cell: (847) 561-5258 Governmental Affairs Coordinator Don Snyder 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 Work: (217) 523-5141 Fax: (217) 523-7677 Cell: (217) 415-6885 Recording Secretary Gordon Barnhill 7225 W. Clarence Chicago, IL 60631 Home: (773) 763-4877 Work: (773) 376-7272 Cell: (773) 988-5685 Magazine Staff: Dianne Grey, Editor Jessica A. Manley Publication Designer Advertising Office: 122 S. Michigan Big Rapids, MI 49307 Youth Activities Director Troy Hogren 22601 Bo-Sue Court Danville, IL 61834 Home: (217) 431-4213 Work: (217) 431-2223 Cell: (217) 474-0429 PBPA of Illinois 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 Office: (217) 523-5141 Fax: (217) 523-7677 Office: 1-800-303-4531 Home Page: www.pbpa.org The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 SPORTS COMMITTEE Chairman: Rich Gillespie, Alton Members: James Brown, Aurora Dan O’Shea, Elgin Rick Dhabalt, Springfield Dave Frame, Belleville Terry Hepner, Galesburg Rick Hutchison, Bradley University Shane Gibbs, Alton Larry Osenga, Kankakee Todd Weir, Normal Tina Hartz, Knox County BY-LAWS COMMITTEE Chairman: Ron White, Decatur Members: Ron Hartzell, Peoria Frances Comacho, Chicago Jim Chadwick, Rock Island Dave Cone, Rockford Joe Johnston, Champaign Terry McCord, Danville Chris Mueller, Springfield PROUD MEMBER OF NAPO Page Von D. Young, Jr. PB&PA President A Time for Remembering T his past May I had the opportunity to attend the National Police services that were held in Washington, D. C. Having never attended this event in the past, I was not quite sure what to expect, neither in the attendance of the event nor the feelings of what being at this event would stir inside my own consciousness. After first arriving at the hotel and getting checked in, I was somewhat overwhelmed at the numbers of brothers and sisters in law enforcement from all over the country and several foreign countries who had gathered to pay their respect to our fallen comrades. The ceremonies started off on Friday night, May 12, at which time the NAPO “Top Cops” Award winners were announced. The event, hosted by “America’s Most Wanted” creator John Walsh, was a proud moment for everyone in the audience. Walsh’s production company had re-created all of the recipients’ events into short biography films showing why theses officers had been named “Top Cops”. Each story was outstanding, to say the least. The whole audience sat in stunned silence as we all witnessed the recreations of true “heroes” in action. We all listened (still in silence) as the winners came to the podium and explained how their actions were no different than what any one of us in the room would have done. I was amazed, and I am positive that many people in the audience had the same reaction, knowing that these officers had placed their lives in jeopardy just because it “was their job”. It was a proud moment for me. As President of the PB & PA, it was an even a prouder moment when three Chicago police officers, members of Units 156A and 156B, were given their awards. The actions of Lt. Joseph Gorman, Sergeant James R. Sanchez and Detective Gregory Jacobson showed that they are truly deserving of being named along with the nation’s best. The actions of these three (nomination letter appears in this issue) is truly what being called to service “above and beyond the line of duty” is really all about. After the ceremony was over I had the privilege of speaking with all three of the winners. Again, I was truly amazed; there was no bravado, no bragging, just three very humble men who The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 happened to be police officers that knew that if they didn’t act the lives of many innocent children were at stake. The events of the next day again made me very proud of the uniform that I have worn for over 30 years. The bicycle “Unity Tour” with over one thousand riders came rolling into the judiciary square. This sea of blue seemed to go on forever, as rider after rider waved theirs arms in jubilant celebration of this awe inspiring spectacle. Riders from all over this great nation, California, Texas, Florida, Maine, Illinois, Utah, all with the same purpose of mind, to raise the image of police officers by making this arduous trek. At the end of the ride, and with the celebration that continued, it was announced that these riders had amassed millions of hours in seat time, but not only that, they had raised over $1.3 million dollars from contributions to be donated to the building of the National Police Museum. The museum that will tell the real stories of what we all do as police officers and the sacrifices that have been made in the name of justice and a free society. These sacrifices can be seen on the walls of the monument at the National Law Enforcement Memorial, the scene of the Sunday night Candle Light vigil. I have never seen such a heart stirring event, as thousands of uniformed men and women came to such a reverent and holy place to pay their respects. Thousands of officers all stood in complete silence as the guest speakers went on to tell of the lives of their loved ones that have now completed their “tour of duty”. How each of these officers had made the ultimate sacrifice for their fellow man and how they should not ever be forgotten. The night continued as small candles were passed out to everyone. The first candle was lit and from that single candle the flame was passed from one person to another until the night sky was ablaze with the glow of yellow and orange flicking lights. A small blue light was projected out over the audience and, in that silent moment, we all knew that we are a small part in a much bigger picture. The names that were added to the wall totaled over 145 dead from last year and almost as many added from historical research. With the reading of each name, we were again reminded that this “job” is not like any other in the country. Page We are not always welcome on every call or in every situation we are involved in but, when it really matters, “we” are there and in some cases we pay for our service to this country with our lives. The events that surround Law Enforcement week are outstanding, the Motorcycle Law Ride, the laying of the wreath on the Capitol grounds, the friendships that were made, are memories that I will never forget. The nation has given us a great week to be proud of what we do and who we are and we must never, ever, forget that! MARK s r a d n e l a c r you JulyG 16 Deadline for the Fall Issue of this magazine July 18 Golf Outing in Peoria August 10 thru 12 Softball Tournament in Quincy September 1 Deadline for nominating Police Officer(s) of the Year September 15 Deadline for applications for Youth Grants October 5 – 7 State Convention in Bloomington/Normal October 15th Deadline for the Winter Issue of this magazine The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page THERE IS JUST NO NICE WAY TO SAY IT: IF YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT’S IN YOUR PERSONNEL FILE... YOU’RE WRONG! GET A COPY OF IT TODAY! REQUEST FOR PERSONNEL RECORD REVIEW I ___________________________________________, do hereby formally request to review my personnel file pursuant to the Personnel Record Review Act, 820 ILCS 40/0.01, et seq., Accordingly, I request that my employer, the city/town of ________ _____________________________, provide me with a copy, pursuant to Section 3 of the Act, of any and all records to which I am entitled under the Personnel Record Review Act. Signature Date A friendly reminder from the PB&PA Labor Committee “Professional Representation For Law Enforcement Professionals” For Information Call 1-800-303-4531 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page - - - Member News - - - Lifetime Membership A re you nearing retirement after serving your local department for 20 years or more? Would you like to become a lifetime member with the PB&PA of IL, but your unit is less than 20 years old? Did you know that you can “buy-out”, at half-price, the years of membership dues that you would need to reach your 20-year minimum with the Association? For example: Adams County Sheriff’s Department, Unit #155 joined the Association in 1996. If one of their officers retired now after being on that department for 20 years and having paid Association dues since 1996, he or she would only have 12 years with the PB&PA of IL. If he or she wanted to pay for the remaining 8 years in advance to become a lifetime member and receive his/her gold card, he or she would need to pay $168.00 = (8 years x $42.00 per year divided by 2). He or she also has the option to continue paying yearly dues at the full membership rate (currently $42.00) until such time as he or she reached the 20-year minimum and receives his/ her gold card at that time. Good News PB&PA of Illinois Low-Cost Auto and Home Insurance Marketing Program! P B & PA of Illinois has arranged with Allied Insurance, one of America’s leading insurance carriers (rated A+ by the rating service A.M. Best), to offer this additional benefit to our Illinois members only-premier low-cost auto, home and other personal insurance coverage. Saving you money is important to us! Along with superior service, Allied provides personal customer service from knowledgeable, friendly staff and fast, fair 24-hour claims service 365 days a year. Plus, they offer convenient payment choices ...including the option to pay monthly, quarterly or annually. It’s up to you! We will be sending more information on this new program to you soon. But you don’t need to wait ...Call now 1-800-982-0756 and you may start saving today. So before you pay another car insurance bill, take a few minutes and see what a difference it could make for you. Even if your driving record is less than perfect, call for your FREE review and quote and possible substantial savings on your insurance. Why pay more than you should, for even one more day? You may SAVE hundreds of dollars in the process. Congratulations to Tom Miller, Unit #12. His entry was drawn from all of the cards, letters and e-mails that we received indentifying page 41 as the correct page where the hidden picture could be found. A golf shirt was mailed to him. Check out this issue for your chance to win. See page 4 for details. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Call toll-free 1-800-982-0756 today! Please have your discount number ready when you call. Discount Code: 72110 Share the good news with other members. CALL 1-800-982-0756 Page Help the PB&PA honor your department’s top cop by sending your nomination for PB&PA Police Officer of the Year today! This award shall be given to an individual police officer, or group of officers who, in the opinion of a select committee, are worthy of recognition for their accomplishments. In addition to the award itself, there will be two individual police officers, or groups of officers, selected to receive Honorable Mention awards. Any member of the PB&PA may nominate any certified peace officer, employed fulltime in any agency in Illinois for the Police Officer of the Year award. Membership in the PB&PA is not required to be nominated or to win. The nomination simply requires a letter from a member, identifying the officer nominated, as well as completely and accurately describing the incident(s) in which the officer(s) was involved, where he or she demonstrated outstanding service, exemplary job performance or heroism. All nominations and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Executive Office of the PB&PA no later than September 1, 2007. The nominations should be for heroics or outstanding service that has taken place during the period of July 1, 2006 through July 1, 2007. These awards will be presented to the recipients at the banquet on the Saturday night of the PB&PA annual convention in October. Please send nominations to: The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 PB&PA Executive Office 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 Page 10 2007 PB&PA 3%3$ $QQXDO6RIWEDOO7RXUQDPHQW 23rd Annual Softball Tournament +RVWHGE\8QLW4XLQF\,/ Hosted by Unit 12, Quincy IL WK WK $XJXVW August 10th± – 12th +RVWKRWHO$PHULFD¶V%HVW9DOXH,QQ Host hotel:UGAmerica’s Best Value Inn 6W 6 300 S. 3rd St, (217)224-3700 0HQWLRQ3%3$WRUHFHLYHQLJKWUDWH Mention PB&PA to receive $64.95/night rate 6HFRQGDU\+RWHO+DPSWRQ,QQ WK Hotel: Hampton Inn Secondary 6 225 S. 4th, (217)224-8378 +RVSLWDOLW\5RRP5HJLVWUDWLRQRSHQVDWSP Hospitality Room/Registration opens at 5 p.m. on Friday, August 10th RQ)ULGD\$XJXVWWK Captains Meeting at 9 p.m. &DSWDLQV0HHWLQJDWSP at the Host Hotel DWWKH+RVW+RWHO Games begin at 8 am on Saturday, August 11th *DPHVEHJLQDWDPRQ6DWXUGD\$XJXVWWK Moorman Complex 1608 Moorman Road 0RRUPDQ&RPSOH[0RRUPDQ5RDG Any questions and to pre-register your team contact: $Q\TXHVWLRQVDQGWRSUHUHJLVWHU\RXUWHDP Tom Miller (217)430-5818 Mike Giles (217)779-1035 FRQWDFW 7RP0LOOHU All teams must be pre-registered by July 10th 0LNH*LOHV Rosters must be submitted by August 1st 1RUPDO$6$UXOHVDSSO\DOORZLQJKRPHUXQV1R0(7$/ Normal ASA rules apply, allowing 6 home runs. No METAL spikes allowed. VSLNHVDOORZHG All bats being$OOEDWVEHLQJXVHGPXVWEHSUHVHQWHGWRWKH8PSLUHLQ&KLHI used must be presented to the Umpire in Chief on Friday night to be checked. RQ)ULGD\QLJKWWREHFKHFNHG2QO\$6$EDWVZLOOEHDOORZHG Only ASA bats will be allowed. If you do not check your bats in, they cannot be used. ,I\RXGRQRWFKHFN\RXUEDWVLQWKH\FDQQRWEHXVHG ASA umpires will be used. $6$XPSLUHVZLOOEHXVHG The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 11 2007 PB&PA 3%3$ $QQXDO6RIWEDOO7RXUQDPHQW 23rd Annual Softball Tournament +RVWHGE\8QLW4XLQF\,/ Hosted by Quincy Unit 12 WK WK $XJXVW ± _______________________________________ Team Name: Team Captain: _____________________________________ +RVWKRWHO$PHULFD¶V%HVW9DOXH,QQ UG 6W 6 Contact Information: _________________________________ 0HQWLRQ3%3$WRUHFHLYHQLJKWUDWH Team Roster: 6HFRQGDU\+RWHO+DPSWRQ,QQ 1. ____________________________________________ 6WK 2. ____________________________________________ 3. ____________________________________________ +RVSLWDOLW\5RRP5HJLVWUDWLRQRSHQVDWSP 4. ____________________________________________ RQ)ULGD\$XJXVWWK 5. ____________________________________________ &DSWDLQV0HHWLQJDWSP DWWKH+RVW+RWHO 6. ____________________________________________ 7. ____________________________________________ *DPHVEHJLQDWDPRQ6DWXUGD\$XJXVWWK 8. ____________________________________________ 0RRUPDQ&RPSOH[0RRUPDQ5RDG 9. ____________________________________________ 10._$Q\TXHVWLRQVDQGWRSUHUHJLVWHU\RXUWHDP ___________________________________________ FRQWDFW 11.____________________________________________ 7RP0LOOHU 12.____________________________________________ 0LNH*LOHV 13.____________________________________________ 14._1RUPDO$6$UXOHVDSSO\DOORZLQJKRPHUXQV1R0(7$/ ___________________________________________ VSLNHVDOORZHG 15.____________________________________________ $OOEDWVEHLQJXVHGPXVWEHSUHVHQWHGWRWKH8PSLUHLQ&KLHI All rosters must be submitted prior to August 1st, 2007 to: RQ)ULGD\QLJKWWREHFKHFNHG2QO\$6$EDWVZLOOEHDOORZHG Quincy Police Dept., Attn: Officer Tom Miller ,I\RXGRQRWFKHFN\RXUEDWVLQWKH\FDQQRWEHXVHG 110$6$XPSLUHVZLOOEHXVHG South 8th, Quincy IL 62301 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 12 Candidates for the 2007 Elections I PB&PA Treasurer t is hard to believe that it has been four years since you supported me by election to the state board. Following our by-laws, I am now nearing the end of my current term. As this day quickly approaches, I find myself still wanting to serve you and our fellow officers from around the state. Our current Treasurer, Jim Genz, will be seeking the office of 1st Vice- President so I am announcing that I will seek the office of PB&PA Treasurer. After being elected to this board in 2003, I made a decision to become more involved with this association’s internal workings even though I was “just” a Sergeant-at -Arms. One of the areas of great concern to me was (and still is) that of the budget. On many occasions during the past years I have made it a point to observe, question and speak out on the numerous budget items that are voted on by the board members, on your behalf. Being involved allows us to maintain fiscal responsibility for this association. Our current Treasurer, Jim Genz, has done an outstanding job of moving this organization into the future and we owe him a debt of thanks! By holding the line on unnecessary expenditures, proper investments of your money and, most importantly, keeping the other board members AND YOU aware of the budget, I will continue to pursue the path of financial stability. Should you decide that I am worthy of your vote, I pledge to continue to work hard to ensure that our money is safe, secure and accounted for! As in the past, you may contact me anytime about any of your concerns. My home telephone number is 309-5657609 and work is 309-494-8304. Thank you for your past and future support! Respectively, Phil Fisher The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 F Financial Secretary irst, I would like to thank you all, the membership of the PBPA, for your support. For the past four years I have had the honor and the privilege to serve as Recording Secretary on your State PBPA Board. I have had the opportunity to meet and talk to a lot of you at the various PBPA events throughout the years and have tried to represent your interests and concerns in the performance of my duties and responsibilities as a State Board member. At this time I would like to ask for your continued support as I announce my candidacy for the office of Financial Secretary of the State PBPA. This coming October marks my 35th year in Law Enforcement. I began my career in 1972 as a patrolman in Northbrook, Illinois. In October 1976 I joined the Chicago Police Department. Since that time I have been promoted to Patrol Specialist (Field Training Officer), Detective and to my present rank of Sergeant. I serve on the Board of Directors of the Chicago Police Detectives Association and have served in various positions with the Chicago Sergeants PBPA 156A (Financial Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President, Editor of the News Letter and Webmaster, having created and developed their original Web Site). Currently I am assigned to the Chicago Police Department Training Academy and am certified as an Instructor by the State Of Illinois Police Training Board. I am also a certified Taser Instructor. I have earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from the U. of I, Chicago and have worked toward a Masters Degree. It is my sincerest wish to continue to represent your interests and concerns as your elected Financial Secretary. Respectfully, Gordon Barnhill Page 13 MOVING? THE POLICE BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR COPIES THAT ARE NOT DELIVERED TO YOUR NEW ADDRESS UNLESS WE ARE NOTIFIED OF A CHANGE OF ADDRESS FOUR WEEKS IN ADVANCE. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO MOVE, USE THIS FORM TO NOTIFY US OF YOUR NEW ADDRESS TO INSURE THAT YOU DO NOT MISS ANY ISSUES. IMPORTANT! ATTACH A MAILING ADDRESS LABEL FROM A RECENT ISSUE HERE. OLD ADDRESS: (ATTACH OLD ADDRESS LABEL HERE.) MAIL TO: NEW ADDRESS: PB & PA of Illinois 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 Name: Address: City: State: Zip: FOR MEMBERS’ USE ONLY WANTED: Articles dealing with law enforcement are the primary interest of the magazine. We would like articles about your unit and what it is doing: promotions, awards, retirements, crime prevention, heroic acts, deceased members, new equipment in your department, or any other ideas are encouraged. Units that have ladies’ auxiliaries — we would love to hear from them, too. Send articles and photos to: PB & PA of Illinois Deadline is: CLIP AND POST CLIP AND POST Feature stories and news articles for The Policemen’s Magazine. All members are encouraged to send in articles and photographs to be published for everyone’s interest and enjoyment. Blackand-white photos are best for the publication—Polaroid photos are not easily reproduced. 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 Editorial Deadline July 16— to print in September (Fall) The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 14 LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS AS AN ILLINOIS LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. . . My fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional rights of all people to liberty, equality and justice. I WILL keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever-secret, unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty. I WILL never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately, without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence. I RECOGNIZE the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession... law enforcement. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 The Police Officer’s Prayer O Almighty God, whose great power and eternal wisdom embrace the universe, watch over all police and law enforcement officers. Protect them from harm in the performance of their quest to stop crime, robberies, riots and violence. We pray, help them keep our streets and homes safe day and night. We recommend them to your loving care because their duty is dangerous. Grant them your unending strength and courage in their daily assignments. Dear God, protect these brave officers, grant them your almighty protection; unite them safely with their families after duty ends. Amen Page 15 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 16 DATE: July 18th, 2007 with practice rounds being offered on July 17th COURSE: Weaver Ridge Golf Club, Peoria, IL (309) 691-3344 HOST HOTEL: Hotel Pere Marquette, 501 Main Street, Peoria, IL 61602 (309) 637-6500 SPONSORED BY: Peoria Police Benevolent Unit #27 Any questions contact Kevin Slavens @ 309-303-2015 or Greg Metz @ 309-682-5563 PLEASE CIRCLE DESIRED TEE OFF TIME: 8:00 AM 1:30 PM Foursomes will have first priority followed by twosomes NAME CITY UNIT NAME CITY UNIT NAME CITY UNIT NAME CITY UNIT MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO AND SEND TO PPB UNIT #27 – PO BOX 1402 – PEORIA, IL 61602 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 17 The Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee, Inc. Professional Representation For Law Enforcement Professionals Protecting The Protectors Heading into collective bargaining without a professional negotiator and the backing of a statewide police union is like confronting an armed suspect without a weapon and back-up. Your fellow officers have good intentions, but they’re no match for the experienced negotiators retained by your employer. Bargaining a fair contract requires the work of skilled negotiators and professionals trained in the arts of mediation and arbitration. You need and deserve excellent representation and with the Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee, Inc. (PBLC), you’ll have it. The PBLC Commitment The PBLC is a not-for-profit corporation affiliated with the Policemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (PBPA). Our highly trained, specialized staff includes experienced labor representatives and in-house legal counsel, all of whom participate in continuing legal and labor education. The PBLC’s board of directors, also known as the State Labor Committee, is organized by and for the rank and file and is composed solely of full-time police officers. Our mission is to provide the best, most competent representation possible at an affordable price. Protecting Your Interests/Defending Your Rights Collective Bargaining Your bargaining unit is unique. The Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee represents each individual bargaining unit based upon the needs, goals and expectations of that unit. Your PBLC labor representative provides assistance, advice and advocacy at the bargaining table. Contract Maintenance Once an agreement is reached, the PBLC monitors employer/employee actions during the term of the contract to ensure compliance. Your labor representative takes a proactive stance by meeting periodically with both the bargaining unit and management to address concerns and prevent misunderstandings. Interest Arbitration If a satisfactory bargaining agreement cannot be reached, the PBLC will provide an experienced attorney to represent your bargaining unit at interest arbitration at no additional expense to the unit. Grievance Arbitration There are occasions in which a compromise cannot be reached amicably. If your contract provides for grievance arbitration, the PBLC will provide an experienced attorney to represent your bargaining unit or an individual member at binding grievance arbitration at no additional cost to the unit. Unfair Labor Practices The PBLC will process all unfair labor charges against your employer and argue before the State Labor Relations Board. The Legal Defense Benefit • Representation at discipline and discharge proceedings at arbitration or before the Police and Fire Board or Civil Service Commission; • Representation during internal investigation interviews; • Representation during criminal investigations and proceedings in which the criminal offense allegedly occurred during the performance of the member’s official police duties; • Initial consultation and advice in civil rights violation cases, including referral to a reputable civil rights attorney for representation at a discounted rate; and • Peace of mind in knowing that if you are accused, you have someone to turn to. The Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee 435 W. Washington Street • Springfield, IL 62702 (217) 523-5141 • (217) 523-7677 fax The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 18 Corporate Sponsors Able One Restoration Above All Multimedia Partners Advent Building Maintenance Affiliates in Psychological Care PC All Purpose Remodeling Allstate Insurance Altman Chiropractic Clinic Altorfer Power Systems Amber Manor Management Corp. Aries Capital Ats Logistics B R Cavern Ballpark Motors Inc. Barbara’s Polish Deli Inc. Beautiful Stone Contractors Benchmark Garage Door Caremark Inc. Carl Foster Salvage Chicago Entertainment Tour Covenant Door Service Custom Home Builders Dahlquist Transmissions David Lowdon Deer Park Campground Design Perspectives Inc. Dl Miller Heating and Cooling Door & Window Outlet Inc. Doug Tilley Construction Drew Davis Clu Dunkin Donuts Elfco First Tax Pro Frame Forum Freeport Moose Family Center #162 Fringe Funding Inc. Gordon Stockman & Waugh Grayscale Studios Inc. 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Ole’ Morales Tacos P & P Service Center Inc. 02/15/2007 - 05/05/2007 Thank You Thank You Page 19 Corporate Sponsors P J’s Diner Palanza Family Dining Parkside Package Peru Pizza House Restaurant Petvets Animal Hospital Phase Recording Studios Please Drop Inn Pontin U.S.A. Inc. Premier Window & Construction Pro Insulation Plus Real Exterminators Realty Executives Allstars Rex Brieseacher Construction Inc. Reynolds Auto Glass Co. Robert Maganuco Safe Parking Corp. Safety Systems Corp. Sho Studio Sparks Soil Testing Laboratory Studler Doyle & Co. Superior Metal Products Inc. T Davis Plumbing Inc. Tarmac Motors Sport Gary’s Wheels Taste Of India Town & County Family Restaurant Upper Consulting Inc. Verda Mae’s We Are Computers We’ll Deck Ya Custom Decking Wiseman Concrete Service World Finance Corp. Illinois www.echostore.com Zeplin LLC 3 G’s Sports Bar and Grill Keeshin Charter Services Bakersville Brilliance Honda Crystal Lake C W S Incorporated Thank You Day & Co. Construction Inc. Mobiltyworks Safetytown Clothing Strike Tactical 15 Letters Sure Care Home Health Corp. Town & Country Motorist Thank You The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 20 2007 Brings New 71st Annual Retirement Plan Police Benevolent Contribution Limits & Protective Association State Convention nnual contribution limits for tax-qualified employersponsored plans increased in 2007, offering plan participants an opportunity to save more on taxes today, while increasing their long-term retirement savings. Thanks to a combination of contribution limit increases, participants in many employer-sponsored plans may significantly increase their contributions. As a result of these limit increases, participants in 457, 403(b), and 401(k) plans will be able to make voluntary contributions of as much as 100% of includible compensation up to an elective deferral limit of $15,500 in 2007. In addition, employees in many of those plans who are age 50 or older, or who qualify for traditional catch-up provisions, may contribute additional dollars. With both the deferral limit and the catch-up contribution limits increasing, plan participants will have an opportunity to save more toward their retirement goals. See below for more details on the catch-up contribution limits. Contributions to traditional and Roth IRAs are set at $4,000 in 2007, with further increases through 2008 to a maximum of $5,000. IRA owners age 50 and older are also able to make annual catch-up contributions of $1,000 in 2007, for a total IRA contribution of $5,000. A Catch-up Provision Contribution Limits Plan participants age 50 or older by year-end, can make up for lost time, thanks to the new tax laws. If they contribute the normal maximum amount ($15,500), they are eligible to make an additional catch-up contribution of up to $5,000, for a total contribution of $20,500 in 2007. Traditional Pre-retirement Catch-up This is available for 457 plan participants who, in previous years, have not deferred or have deferred less than the maximum allowed. The earliest a participant can begin this traditional catch-up is three years before they reach normal retirement age. Normal retirement age is considered the age at which an employee is eligible to retire under the basic pension plan, without actuarial reduction of their retirement benefits. The maximum three-year catch-up contribution allowed for 2007 is $15,500; this is in addition to the regular 457 contribution limit of $15,500, for a total deferral opportunity of $31,000 in 2007. These traditional catch-up contributions are allowed for three consecutive calendar years. Note: 457 plan participants cannot elect to utilize both the Age 50 catch-up and the three-year catch-up at the same time. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Brothers and Sisters - O n behalf of the men and women in Units #21 Bloomington and #22 Normal, I would like to invite you to the 71st Annual Police Benevolent & Protective Association State Convention. We are honored to host the convention on October 5th, 6th and 7th 2007 and look forward to seeing you when we meet at Bloomington’s Double Tree Hotel, #10 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington, Illinois 61701. Remember when calling for room reservations (309) 664-6446 to mention that you are with “PB&PA Illinois”. We have a great weekend planned featuring Friday night’s casual dinner entertainment “Howlin’ on Water… Dueling Pianos”, and Saturday’s formal dinner featuring the interactive dinner theater group “Dillstar Productions…The Sopranos Last Supper”. We have several great raffle and silent auction items to be won over the weekend such as firearms (FOID required), vacations, sporting events and much, much more. Some of the Guest Programs include shopping in Historic Downtown Bloomington and “Fired Up” pottery workshops, or a visit to the Historic David Davis Mansion along with a program from “The Tea Ladies…Outrageous Etiquette”. Whichever program your guest decides on, they will also enjoy a lunch and wine tasting at Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano. Get your rooms early, send in your registration soon and get excited about a great convention in Bloomington, Illinois. You can find more information on registration, accommodations, entertainment and guest programs at the state PB&PA web site or www.pbpa22.org keyword convention. Tommy Lee Walters Bloomington Unit #21 Page 21 Convention Registration Form Unit #: __________ Delegate Name: Last: ____________________________ First: ________________________ MI: ____ Shirt Size: ___S ___M ___L ___XL ___2XL ___3XL ___4XL Saturday Night Dinner Selection: (Check One) ___ Prime Rib of Beef ___ Stuffed Atlantic Salmon ___ Chicken Blackhawk, (Swiss cheese and smoked ham in a blanket of chicken breast) Delegate Cost: $185.00 if received prior to September 1, 2007 $190.00 After Sept. 1 prior to Sept. 17, 2007 $195.00 After Sept. 17, 2007 =============================================================== Guest Name: Last: ____________________________ First: ________________________ MI: ____ Saturday Night Dinner Selection: (Check One) ___ Prime Rib of Beef ___ Stuffed Atlantic Salmon ___ Chicken Blackhawk, (Swiss cheese and smoked ham in a blanket of chicken breast) Guest Cost: $165.00 if received prior to September 1, 2007 $170.00 After Sept. 1 prior to Sept. 17, 2007 $175.00 After Sept. 17, 2007 Children’s Programs available. Number and age of children attending: ______________ Make payment to: PB&PA Unit 21 & 22 Complete the above and return with payment to: PB&PA Normal Unit 22 P.O. Box 403 Normal, IL 61761 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 22 Memories from a Bygone Era THE PAST BLASTS FROM By: Dianne Grey A s usual, the April – May – June, 1952 issue of The Policemen’s Magazine contained several articles from the different Units of the PB&PA of IL. Most of the Units related information about salary increases, new hires, promotions and retirements, but a few of the Units shared unusual information - a few of which are copied here. This issue also contained many pictures and descriptions of criminals wanted by the Illinois Bureau of Identification and Investigation (some of which are copied here). There were also many articles by the FBI detailing the crimes of fugitives that they were seeking. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 23 Memories from a Bygone Era, cont. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 24 Memories from a Bygone Era, cont. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 25 Memories from a Bygone Era, cont. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 26 NAPO LEGISLATIVE UPDATE President’s FY2008 Budget Slashes Funding for State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance Grant Programs Department of Justice (DoJ) Grant Programs he President’s fiscal 2008 budget proposes large cuts to state and local law enforcement assistance grant programs. The budget proposal would cut federal assistance to these DOJ grant programs by more than half (54%) compared to FY2007 funding levels, from $2.6 billion to $1.2 billion. While the President’s budget does not propose to eliminate the Byrne‑JAG program as it has in previous years, it does propose to consolidate certain grants under the program into four new law enforcement grant programs: the Violent Crime Reduction Partnership Initiative, the Byrne Public Safety and Protection Program, the Prevention and Prosecution of Violence Against Women and Related Victim Services Program, and the Child Safety and juvenile justice Program. These would all be discretionary competitive grant programs, meaning that there would no longer be a formula grant under Byrne‑JAG, and that local agencies would have to compete for all funding. Below are program descriptions of the four newly proposed consolidated grants programs: • The Violent Crime Reduction Partnership Initiative would be to help communities suffering from high rates of violent crime to address the issue by forming and developing effective multi‑jurisdictional law enforcement partnerships between local, State, and Federal law enforcement agencies. Through a competitive grant process, the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) would provide funding and technical assistance to communities seeking to establish partnerships to investigate and reduce violent crime ‑ including efforts to address drug trafficking and criminal gang activity. This program is slated to be funded at $200 million. • The Byrne Public Safety and Protection Program T The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 would consolidate many of OJP’s State and local law enforcement assistance programs into a single, flexible grant that will help State, local, and tribal governments develop programs that would fit the particular needs of their jurisdictions. Through a competitive grant process, OJP will assist State and local governments in addressing a number of high‑priority concerns, including: (1) reducing violent crime at the local levels through the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative; (2) addressing the criminal justice issues surrounding substance abuse through drug courts, residential treatment for prison inmates, prescription drug monitoring programs, methamphetamine lab cleanup, and cannabis eradication efforts; (3) promoting and enhancing law enforcement information sharing efforts; (4) improving the capacity of State and local law enforcement and justice system personnel to make use of forensic evidence and reducing DNA evidence analysis backlogs; (5) addressing domestic trafficking in persons; (6) improving and expanding prisoner re‑entry initiatives; and (7) improving services to victims of crime to facilitate their participation in the legal process. This program is marked to be funded at $350 million. All other grant programs under State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance are proposed to be eliminated. • The Prevention and Prosecution of Violence Against Women and Related Victim Services Program, located within the Office on Violence Against Women, is a new consolidated, competitive grant program to support State, local, tribal, and community efforts to develop and implement effective, coordinated prevention and prosecution of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking, and support related victims services. Awarded funds are designed to forge state, local and tribal partnerships among police, prosecutors, the judiciary, victim advocates, health care providers, and faith leaders, in order to help provide victims with the protection and services they need to pursue safe and healthy lives, while simultaneously enabling communities to hold offenders accountable. This program would be funded at $370 million. • The Child Safety and Juvenile Justice Program consolidates existing grants under the juvenile justice Programs, such as the Internet Crimes Against Children, into a single flexible grant program. As with the previous three grant programs proposed in the President’s FY2008 budget, the OJP will award funding through a competitive discretionary grant process to assist State and local governments in addressing Page 27 multiple child safety and juvenile justice needs to: reduce incidents of child exploitation and abuse, including those facilitated by the use of computers and the Internet, improve juvenile just ice outcomes, and address school safety needs. This program would be funded at $280 million. The President’s budget allocates only $32.308 million for the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program ‑$4 million for training and technical assistance and the remaining $28.308 million for program management and administration. This is a far cry from the authorized funding level of $1.15 billion, and it provides absolutely no funding for the hiring or retention of police officers. The President’s reasoning for reducing or eliminating funding for these vital state and local law enforcement grant programs is that the administration feels they are “excessive and not effective.” This is despite numerous meetings NAPO and other law enforcement groups have had with the administration during the development of the budget in which we expounded on the necessity and value of these grant programs to law enforcement agencies for protecting our communities. The President also cites that he has increased funding for federal law enforcement agencies, particularly the Federal Bureau of Investigation, as a reason why he proposes cutting funding for state and local law enforcement. While NAPO fully supports our brothers and sisters in federal law enforcement, we feel that state and local law enforcement is no less important in protecting our neighborhoods from domestic crime and terrorist threats. For a complete breakdown of the President’s fiscal 2008 budget proposal for DOJ programs please visit: http://www. whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/fy2008/pdf/appendix/jus.pdf DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAMS The President’s FY2008 budget proposes $1.896 billion for Department of Homeland Security State and local programs, of which $1.050 billion is provided for the three biggest first responder grant programs: the State Homeland Security Grant (SHSG) program, the Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program (LETPP), and the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI). Funding for all three programs would be cut under this budget proposal compared to FY2007 levels, with the SHSG program taking the biggest hit for the second year in a row ‑ from $525 million down to $187 million. The LETPP is cut from $375 million to $263 million, and UASI is down to $600 million from $770 million. Combined, this would represent a total cut of $620 million from FY2007 levels, and an approximate 60% cut from FY2004 funding levels, when these programs received more than $3 billion in funding. NAPO will demand answers as to why the administration continues to propose cuts in funding for these and other essential state and local law enforcement grant programs, especially since the importance of local law enforcement in the fight against terror has not diminished over the past four years. For a complete breakdown of the President’s fiscal 2008 budget proposal for DHS programs please visit: http://www. whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/fy2008/pdf/appendix/dhs.pdf NAPO POSITION As mentioned in last month’s Washington Report, the FBI released its semi‑annual Uniformed Crime Report (UCR) on December 18, 2006, which stated that there was a steep increase in violent crime in the first half of 2006. These results follow the 2005 UCR, which stated that the murder rate increased by 4.8 percent from 2004 to 2005 and that violent crime rates in general, which included forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, as well as murder, were up 2.5 percent. Up to this point, 2005 marked the highest rise in the crime rate in fifteen years. This report makes clear that state and local law enforcement needs the full support of the federal government to continue fighting the war on drugs, protect our neighborhoods from crime, and defend against terrorist threats. The last thing the administration should be doing is gutting vital programs that assist those who are our nation’s first line of defense against crime and terrorism. NAPO will work tirelessly to ensure that Congress rejects these proposed cuts in funding and restores full funding to all of these essential state and local law enforcement programs. Warsaw Brewing Corp. 900 N. 5th Street Warsaw, IL 62379 Proud supporter of the PBPA! The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 28 NOMINATION LETTER Congratulations to our members. We are proud of you! Following is the nomination letter sent to NAPO for their Top Cops Awards. Lieutenant Joseph Gorman, Detective Gregory Jacobson, and Sergeant James R. Sanchez of the Chicago Police Department were honored as recipients from Illinois of the Top Cops Award at a Ceremony held May 12th in Washington, D.C. BACKGROUND This investigation began as the Homicides attributed to the New Breed and Vice Lords street gangs began to escalate in 2006 as these gangs attempted to increase the territory they could sell narcotics in. Under the supervision of Lieutenant Joseph Gorman, Gang Intelligence Unit, 25 police officers, detectives, and sergeants were assigned to this investigation spanning three shifts, 24 hours a day. At times additional manpower was added by Area 4 Detectives and other Gang Intelligence personnel. Investigative tools used were four pen registers, four electronic surveillance orders, and 1 consensual overhear. Fixed and mobile surveillance of the targets and search warrants were also used along with normal investigative techniques. During the summer, several more homicides and drive by shootings were linked to this gang war. INVESTIGATION On 18 September, two Electronic Surveillance orders were signed for phones belong to high ranking members of the New Breeds. Monitoring of these phones led to determine the M.O. of these shootings. Stolen cars were always used along with latex gloves, masks, and high powered rifles were the weapon of choice. The gang used methodical surveillance of potential victims was used sometimes taking days or weeks to develop a routine. On 27 October a member of the New Breeds was killed while walking a ten year old girl to school. Gang Intelligence personnel now prepared for the retaliation. A recently stolen vehicle by the New Breeds was located and kept under surveillance despite their attempts to move it twice to shake any possible surveillance. sembled his teams in covert and unmarked vehicles and prepared to follow the stolen vehicle. While mobile, Lt. Gorman realized that school was close to getting out and the Offenders were heading for a residential area. Lt. Gorman made the tactical decision to curb the vehicle in a semi industrial area. He ordered all his units to move in and surround the vehicle to prevent a vehicle pursuit. Lt. Gorman exited his covert vehicle wearing a CPD raid hat and approached the vehicle on the driver’s side with Sgt. Sanchez approaching on the passenger side. Both were yelling “POLICE, Police turn off the car, let me see your hands” Lt. Gorman heard the driver saying to the other occupants: Get them bitches” He also observed the driver wearing red latex gloves. The rear passenger was observed by Lt. Gorman rising up with an AK47 type weapon and pointing it at which time Lt. Gorman fired his weapon several times in the direction of the offender. He then observed the driver reaching into the waistband of his pants, at which time he ordered him to show his hands and when he failed to comply Lt. Gorman fired his weapon several time in the direction of the driver. Seeing the rear passenger had still not released the AK47 rifle, he fired his remaining rounds at him and stepped back to reload after firing all 15 rounds. Assisting Officers came forward and, after firing more shots, gun fire ceased. CONCLUSION Two of the offenders were killed, the back and front seat passengers. The driver was severely wounded but survived and is charged with several counts of murder and attempted murder for this incident as are the two gang leaders who ordered the hit. Information from this incident also led to the recovery of five additional AK47 type rifles. One of the assisting Officers sustained a gunshot wound to the hand. A great job by all and an indescribable act of bravery by Lt. Gorman. Post autopsy reports indicate Lt. Gorman hit each Offender at least twice. Nine homicides have currently been linked to these arrests and weapons recovery. INCIDENT On 30 October, intercepted conversations revealed gang members preparing to do a hit with gang members doing street surveillance for the target. Teams assigned to watch the stolen vehicle observed the three Offenders enter the vehicle wearing rubber gloves and carrying weapons. Two gang leaders identified a target in the area of Pulaski and Iowa and ordered the hit via cell phone. Lt. Gorman had asThe Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 29 #6 Rockford By Officer Bruce Brannum, Vice President of Unit #6 and Financial Secretary, PB & PA of IL I t’s getting to be that time again – summer, when we will all want to be out fishing or whatever. However, here in Rockford we are still struggling at resolving contractual issues. With that thought, the entire membership of Unit #6 wishes to express our deepest sympathy to Eric Poertner and his family at the untimely passing of his daughter. I hope you all will consider contributing to the Trust Fund set up for her one-year-old son. Contact Dianne Grey at the Springfield office or myself for more information on this. Retirements Weighing in with 33 years and seven months, the most SENIOR retirement this round, Sgt. Paul Triolo. Paul will be finishing out his career assigned to the afternoon patrol shift on May 4. Then we have a husband and wife duo, Walt Grennan and Rosanne Baker. Walt ended his career with 33 years and five months while Rosanne pulled the plug with 20 years of service. Both worked in patrol upon retiring, as did Officer Warren Lathom. Warren, an avid railroad buff, parked his caboose after a flat run of 30 years. Congratulations to you all. Promotions Moving up is Randy Berke. Randy is now Sgt. Berke and is presently overseeing our Community Services unit which keeps him extremely busy. Good luck Randy and remember - to flex or not to flex, that is the question. New Hires Now I have to admit here that I was amiss in the last issue in naming some new Officers hired on 08/28/2006. Forgive me guys and gals, and here goes. New to the rank are; Katy Krietzmann, Michelle Bootz, Nathan Kohanyi, Nicholas Contreras, Ryan Cory, Andrew Hartman, John Johnson, Jeremiah Cizerle, Ashley Ware, Leanne Ness (Eliott Ness to those who work with her), Christopher Boeke, Andrew Dobran, Erik Freese, Scott St.Vincent, and Brian Strawser. Welcome aboard and good luck with your careers. In closing, I would like to talk about my involvement on the State Executive Board where I took over as Financial Secretary at the request of then Unit #6 President Doug Block. This has been a very rewarding and educational experience. Because of my desire to continue my involvement at the State level, I am announcing that I will be running for Sergeant-at-Arms at the next convention. I realize being involved is the key to helping and thus my desire to continue on the Executive Board. So feel free to stop in at my hospitality room and visit. And I hope after doing so, you will consider voting for me. #27 peoria Full Football Scholarship Awarded to Officer’s Son Brandon Pence, who is the son of Tony and JoAnn Pence, recently signed for a full scholarship to Indiana State to play football. Brandon is expecting to start as a linebacker as the 6’2” 250 lb. high school senior runs the 40 yard dash in 4.6 seconds. Brandon has also qualified to compete all four years at the State Track meet in the shotput and various sprinting events. He can deadlift 600 lbs. and bench presses 405 lbs. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 30 #27 peoria ...continued DEA Award Given to Peoria Police Vice Unit Peoria Police Vice and Drug Unit (right) was recognized for their two‑year investigation which netted 7 kilos and several arrests here in Peoria and in Chicago. Daughter With Big Plans This is Kara Nicholson (left). She is seven years old and is the daughter of Officer Donna Nicholson and Carey Nicholson. Just like her mom, dad, and sister Brea, Kara plays softball and is involved in dance/tumbling and singing. Kara tested at a “gifted” level on a recent IQ test. Unfortunately this will only go to complete waste because she has informed her parents she is not going to college, not working, and living at home with them all her life. Officers Graduate from ADITP Officer Fred Fallert and Officer Mike Ott (right) recently attended and graduated from the two week Advanced Driver Instructor Training Program held at Brunswick, GA. Officer Fallert and Officer Ott drove fast, on and off the course, in various directions as they kept some of the wheels of the cars on the ground. Retirees Officer Ron Givens (right) retired after 21 years of service on March 1, 2007. During his career, Officer Givens received 1 Letter of Commendation, 4 Letters of Appreciation, the 1990 Police Valor award and a Lifesaving award in 2005. Officer Givens last worked as a juvenile officer. Thirty‑year officer Vern Warr (right) retired February 25, 2007. During his career, he received 20 Letters of Appreciation, four Letters of Commendation, the 1989 Distinguished Service Award, and the 1993 Officer of the Year Award. Officer Warr last worked as the Domestic Violence Investigator. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Above: Sgt. Bob Wagner, parking Enforcement AKA, “The Boot”. Continued on next page Page 31 #27 peoria ...continued Trewyn School Basketball Team Coach Jennifer Metcalf Peoria Police Officer. Sgt. Jim Chiola working with the great new and improved report system. Chrissy Faulkner family. Chiola daughters The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Sgt. Steve Cover checking the schedule. PEORIA JAYCEES 2006 LAW ENFORCEMENT DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD On March 21, 2007 Detective Katie Baer (left and below left) received the 2006 Law Enforcement Distinguished Service Award from the Peoria Jaycees at a banquet held at the Pere Marquette hotel. Detective Baer was recognized for her meritorious service, dedication, and professionalism to the Peoria Police Department and the citizens of Peoria County. Detective Baer has been a member of the police department for eight years and is currently assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division. Her husband, Officer Keith Burwell and father, Lieutenant Robert Baer are also members of the Peoria Police Department. Page 32 #37 Cindy (Berwanger) Hart Sterling Police Department announces the retirement of 20-year veteran Police Officer, Cindy Hart (right). Cindy spent the majority of her career as the Department’s D.A.R.E. Officer, teaching at all the Sterling Schools, at all the different levels. She started the Department’s Honor Guard and was involved with the area high schools’ BLIND Challenge Program and a member of the School Crisis Assistance Team. She was a member of the Olympics Security Team in Atlanta, Georgia and was the Department’s Officer of the Year in 1996. Cindy has decided to stay at home, visit friends, spend time with her grandchildren, and travel. Sterling Shop with a Cop Sterling children (below) “shop with a cop” at K-Mart prior to Christmas to buy gifts for their families. About 15 police officers, wives and other employees turned out on December 9, 2006 to provide some shopping assistance to these special children. #39 Decatur Weight lifting Record PBPA #39 member, Roger Ryan, a retired Detective with the Decatur Police Department set a World Record on 01/20/07 at the APF (American Powerlifting Federation)-Iowa Bench Bash for Cash in Dubuque, Iowa. Roger’s final lift was 320 kg, which is 705.47 lbs. That lift was the highest lift ever by a 50+ year old. Only two people over 50 have ever bench pressed 700+. If you would like to see a video of the lift, go to www. ryanopower.com The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 33 #73 N. Riverside 29th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Submitted by Jerry J. Kosik, Cmdr. Retired, Unit #73 T he North Riverside P.D. – PBPA Unit #73 held its 29th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 7, 2007. Even though it took place on the coldest Egg Hunt Day in the last 29 years, we still had a really good turn out. Everyone enjoyed themselves hunting for eggs, eating the hotdog lunch provided and many won gift certificates and other great prizes. Many in attendance made donations to help with next year’s expenses. Young girl with her mother showing the Toys R Us gift certificate that she won. Retired Cmdr. Jerry J. Kosik and Janet (wife) getting an overview of the festivities. One of the many happy groups of parents and “egg hunters” after warming up with a free hotdog lunch. A group of happy young ladies after enjoying the hunt and lunch. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Brandi was the winner of a ladies’ bike this year. Page 34 #99 MACON CO. Retirements P B & PA Unit #99 announces the retirement of Capt. Richard Bright (right) after over 31 years of service. Rick started as a deputy sheriff for the Macon County Sheriff’s Department on February 26, 1976 and has since worked his way up to the rank of Captain. Rick has previously served as the warden for the Macon County Jail and was in the position of Chief Deputy at the time of his retirement in May of 2007. Capt. Bright is a graduate of the National FBI Academy and is married with two daughters. He also served on the village board for Mt. Zion, Illinois as well as countless other civic and charitable organizations. #120 PROCEEDS DONATED TO ILLINOIS COPS, CONCERNS OF POLICE SURVIVORS www.illinoiscops.org Hosted by: Bartonville Police Benevolent Association, Local 120 AUGUST 4, 2007 9:00 AM OAK RIDGE SPORTSMAN’S CLUB 1301 Weishaupt Rd. Mackinaw, IL The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 bartonville $60 contribution = • 100 rnd sporting clays • 25 rnd 5 stand. • Lunch and refreshments Cut off date is July 4, 2007 For more information and sign up go to: www.bartonvillepd.com Illinois COPS is a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations may be tax deductible according to current IRS regulations. Donations are used to provide resources to assist in the rebuilding of the lives of surviving families of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Page 35 #156A Chicago Sergeants Chicago Police Sergeants’ Association Unit 156A O n behalf of the Chicago Police Sergeants’Association I would like to extend our congratulations and best wishes to the twenty-two Sergeants who retired in 2006 from the Chicago Police Department. These Sergeants were honored at our Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner which was held on 15 February 2007. All the retirees received a retirement star and a proclamation issued by the Chicago City Council acknowledging their years of service and dedication to the City of Chicago and its citizens. On 16, January 2007, 50 recently promoted Officers were sworn in as Sergeants. An open house was held at the Associations’ headquarters welcoming the new sergeants. We will be hosting our annual golf outing on Monday, 13 August 2007 at Silver Lake Country Club. All proceeds go directly into our Death Benefit Fund which provides immediate monetary assistance to the families of active duty sergeants who pass away before retirement. If anyone is interested in attending, please contact our office for details. www.chicagosergeants.org e-mail: cpsa_sgts@ameritech.net John Pallohusky, President From the Editor: I t is with great sadness that I must inform you about a death in the family. Tragically, Eric Poertner’s daughter, Angie was killed in an automobile accident on April 11, 2007. Eric has been with the Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee since its inception. We grieve with him over the loss of his daughter. Angie was just 27 years old and has left behind her young son, Kenten. A Trust Fund has been set up at Chase Bank in Springfield. Anyone wishing to make a donation can send their check, made payable to The Kenten Trust, to the Springfield Office at 435 W. Washington Street, Springfield, IL 62702. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at (217) 523-5141 x206. Thank you for your generosity. Dianne L. Grey The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Executive Board Member and veteran Sergeant Dennis Hinkson (seated 2nd from left) assisted in the open house held for the newly promoted sergeants. Even More Merchandise W e are pleased to announce a new vendor that will be providing more benefits for our members. Carin’s Closet is taking over the production of a majority of the PBPA Merchandise. They have already provided polo shirts to the Executive Board and we are very pleased with their efforts. You will see an introductory letter from them along with a few of the many items that they offer elsewhere in this issue. We will be updating the website soon and future issues of this magazine will contain even more information about their offerings along with more details about ordering from them. If there is anything you need, please call them directly or, as always, you can contact me in the Springfield office and I will be happy to assist. Even though Carin’s Closet will be handling the clothing portion of our merchandise, several items are still available through the Springfield Office. I will continue to have the ball caps, duffel bags, lapel pins, clocks, and stickers along with the afghans. I also have some stock from the “old” embroidery vendor on hand. In order to free up space, we will be offering these items to you at a discount while they last. You can call me directly at (217) 523-5141 x206 to see what we have available in your size. Page 36 Hobart “Curley” Rogers Scholarship Fund for the school year 2008/2009 ection 1. The purpose of the creation of this scholarship fund is to honor the memory of Hobart “Curley” Rogers and to provide financial assistance to the children of members of our Association. The By-laws Committee was designated as the Scholarship Committee and set forth the rules and regulations which shall determine those individuals eligible for each scholarship. The mandatory minimum guidelines shall be used to determine who receives the scholarships each year as follows: S 1) The scholarship fund shall commence in the year 1995. Four (4) $1,000.00 scholarships shall be issued to four eligible applicants entering or enrolled in undergraduate studies. 2) Each year thereafter, four (4) additional scholarships shall be added until a total of sixteen(16) scholarships will be awarded by the year 1998. 3) Once the sixteen (16) scholarships have been issued, the number of scholarships issued per year shall not exceed sixteen (16). 4) All applicants must be a son or daughter of a PB & PA member in good standing with the Association. The term “son or daughter” shall be defined by the Scholarship Committee. The Scholarship Committee defines “son or daughter” to include stepson, stepdaughter, foster son, foster daughter, and legal dependents of the PB & PA member. PB & PA members are not eligible for the scholarships for themselves. 5) The Scholarship Committee shall determine when all applications must be received and set forth when the award shall be issued. The application deadline is March 1st of each year. The Scholarship Committee will meet between March 15th and May 15th of each year to review applications and determine scholarship recipients. Scholarship recipients will be notified by the Scholarship Committee within two (2) weeks following the Committee meeting. 6) Scholarship applications will be made available to each local PB & PA unit. 7) Scholarship applicants must include an essay or personal biography of no more than three pages with their application. 8) Scholarship funding will be disbursed by semester ($500.00 per semester). 9) Upon receipt of the scholarship, all scholarship recipients must complete at least twelve (12) hours of course work per semester. Recipients failing to complete twelve (12) hours of course work per semester, or equivalent thereof, will not be issued payment for those semesters. Any recipient who fails to complete twelve (12) hours per semester, or equivalent thereof, for two (2) consecutive semesters shall have their scholarship revoked. Any recipient who fails to complete two (2) twelve (12) hour semesters within two (2) consecutive years from the date of the scholarship issuance, shall have their scholarship revoked. In either case, an alternate, selected by numerical rating and validated by the Scholarship Committee for the current year in which the revocation would take place, shall receive the remaining term of the original scholarship granted the primary recipient, provided the alternate meets all of the requirements at the time of such approval. 10) Scholarship recipients must maintain a “C” average each semester and provide the office of the Executive Director of the PB & PA with a transcript of their grades each semester to maintain their scholarship, for a maximum of four (4) consecutive years. 11) Each scholarship recipient must provide proof of school registration or enrollment prior to receiving funding. 12) Educational institutions that scholarship applicants are requesting funding for must be accredited and approved by the Scholarship Committee. 13) The Executive Board retains the right to overrule any scholarship award issued by the Scholarship Committee. 14) It is expressly understood by all scholarship recipients that he or she possesses no property interest in the scholarship and said scholarship may be revoked at any time. The Scholarship Committee shall have the authority to recommend the revocation of any scholarship at any time and for any reason whatsoever. S ection 2. The Executive Board may, in its discretion, create guidelines for and award additional scholarships, provided that the scholarship committee shall set forth rules and regulations which shall determine those individuals eligible for each scholarship. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 37 Policeman’s Benevolent & Protective Association Hobart “Curley” Rogers Scholarship Application 1. GENERAL INFORMATION: (Please Print) Name: ____________________________________ Birth date: ______________________ Address: ___________________________________ Phone: - - __ City: _________________ State: ____ Zip: ________ Soc. Security #: ________________ Father/Stepfather: _____________________________ Occupation: __________________ Address: ___________________________________ Phone: _____ (if different) City: ________________ State: ____ Zip: ________ Soc. Security #: _________________ Mother/Stepmother: ___________________________ Occupation: __________________ Address: ____________________________________ Phone: _____ (if different) City: _________________ State: ____ Zip: ______ Soc. Security #: __________________ PB & PA member’s Name: _______________________________ Unit # ______________ Number of other Dependent Children at Home: ___________________________________ Name of College/University to attend: ___________________________________________ Address of College/University to attend: _________________________________________ 2. ESSAY/BIOGRAPHY: Your application must include an essay or personal biography of no more than three pages. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 38 3. EDUCATION INFORMATION: (you must submit a transcript of your grades) High School: _________________________________ Graduation Date: ______________ GPA: ____ Class Rank: ___/____ ACT Composite: ________ SAT Combined: _______ Are you or will you be a College or Community College graduate? Y N Name of Community College: _________________ GPA: ____ Graduation Date: ______ 4. ACTIVITES INFORMATION: Please list high school or community college organizations and activities in which you have been actively involved and include any awards or honors received. ____________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Employment: Please list jobs you have had. Employer, position, begin -- end dates, salary: __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 5. OTHER INFORMATION: What course of study are you planning to pursue? __________________________________ What are your long range personal and career goals? _______________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Why is this scholarship important to you? ________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 6. APPLICATION RETURN: Completed scholarship application, essay and transcript(s) from the Applicant must be postmarked by March 1st and mailed to: PB & PA Scholarship Committee 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 39 The Campaign for the National Law Enforcement Museum LEOMF has launched A Matter of Honor: The Campaign to Support the National Law Enforcement Museum, an $80 million capital campaign, to raise funds to support the construction of the nation’s first museum of this kind. Scheduled to break ground in our nation’s capital in late 2007, the Museum will provide an interactive experience to educate the public about the critical role that law enforcement plays in preserving the basic principles of American democracy. It will be one of the largest and most comprehensive law enforcement museums in the world. For more information on the NLEOMF, visit www.nleomf.org. N Donations S everal units and many individuals have already made donations to the Campaign for the National Law Enforcement Museum. As you can see, many individual members have responded to President Young’s suggestion that each of our members can step forward and make a small donation that, when added together, will help reach our goal of $100,000.00 even sooner than expected. We will keep this list of donations updated for future magazines. If you or your unit would like to make a donation, please forward your check to the Springfield office. The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Thank you to those units who contributed since the last issue of the magazine: John Jones, retired, Unit #7 -------$25.00 James Randolph, retired, Unit #56-$18.00 Robert Mehl, retired, Unit #12 ---$18.00 Richard Lange, retired, Unit #53 -$20.00 Robert Hogan, retired, Unit #5 ---$18.00 Robert Brune, retired, Unit #25 --$10.00 Brenden Donahue, Unit #18 ------$20.00 Capt. Richard Elmer, Unit 156C -$18.00 Capt James Paoletti, Unit 156C and Sgt Grayceanne Paoletti, Unit 156A$50.00 John Kenny, Unit #156C ----------$20.00 John Broderick, Unit #156B ------$18.00 Unit #156B, Chicago Lts. -------$1000.00 Unit #173, Parkland College -----$200.00 Thanks again to those who have contributed so far: Convention Attendees Unit #1, East Moline Unit #2, Moline Unit #5, Springfield Unit #6, Rockford Unit #11, Danville Unit #12, Quincy Unit #15, Granite City Unit #21, Bloomington Unit #30, Aurora Unit #73, North Riverside Unit #90, Conservation Unit #101, Knox County Unit #156C, Chicago Capts. This brings the total collected to: $21,531.00 Page 40 Bowling ... Bowling ... Bowling! urora held our first Bowling Tournament on St. Patrick’s Day. The day was a fun one for those who attended. A good time and good food were had by all. Thank you, thank you to the PBPA Executive Board for the donations towards the food! We had two bowlers, Jim Brown from Aurora, and Gordon Hannon from Decatur, on their way to a perfect game with 9 strikes in a row! As you’ll see, Gordon won that one, bowling the Men’s high game of 278. Jim Brown ended up with a 277. Kim Groom won for the Women’s with a 243. Everyone won a little something back. Bowling doesn’t seem to draw the numbers as do the Golf and Softball tournaments. With hosting it for the first time, we weren’t sure what to expect. A comment was made in reference to this event being one for the “family” to enjoy. I think it would be a great idea to make it more “family” oriented in the future. Thanks to all who participated! A MEN’S SINGLES HANDICAP SCORES & PRIZE LIST BOWLER SCRATCH HANDICAP TOTAL PRIZE Jim Brown Rich Holman Brian McGarr Steve Douglas Gordon Hannon Keefe Jackson 743 54 594 189 752 24 754 0 71736 481 189 797 783 776 754 753 670 $65.00 $40.00 $20.00 $15.00 $10.00 $10.00 Bill Vogel 478 667 $10.00 189 634 189 628 189 592 189 586 189 585 189 583 189 565 189 524 189 498 189394 189 189 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $7.50 $7.50 $7.50 $7.50 $5.00 $5.00 Joe Groom 445 Von Young 439 Nick Cline 403 Rich Gillespie397 Mike O’Brien396 Sean Smoot394 Rey Rivera376 Jim Genz335 Troy Hogren309 Cody Jones 205 Ricky Gillespie 0 189 MEN’S HIGH GAME SCRATCH Gordon Hannon 278 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 $25.00 Page 41 WOMEN’S SINGLES HANDICAP SCORES & PRIZE LIST BOWLER SCRATCH HANDICAP TOTAL Kim Groom 610 Stephanie Brown 439 Rose O’Brien 415 Diane Genz326 Jeanine Vogel 324 Carla Gillespie302 Debbie Hogren 295 Mary Gillespie 0 270 267 195 270 270 270 270 270 880 706 610 596 594 572 565 270 PRIZE $50.00 $25.00 $15.00 $10.00 $7.00 $7.00 $5.00 $5.00 WOMEN’S HIGH GAME SCRATCH Kim Groom 243 $25.00 HANDICAP DOUBLES SCORES & PRIZE LIST BOWLER Jim Brown/ Kim Groom Joe/ Kim Groom Jim/ Stephanie Brown Jim Brown/ Bill Vogel Von Young/ Steve Douglas Brian McGarr/ Rey Rivers Rich/ Carla Gillespie Troy/ Debbie Hogren SCRATCH HANDICAP TOTAL PRIZE 1353 324 1677 $80.00 1055 459 1514 $50.00 1182321 1503 $30.00 1221 243 1464 1193 189 1382 1128 213 1341 699 4.59 1158 604 459 1063 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 42 2008 YOUTH GRANT APPLICATION UNIT #: Type of activity/program: Mailing address: Time span of activity/program: Number of youths reached by activity: Estimated total cost to your unit: Please provide details on the activity/program and the benefit to the youth in your community. Amount of request: $ Signature of Unit Officer: Grants will be mailed upon receipt of your unit’s 2008 membership dues. Mail or fax to: PB & PA OF IL, 435 W. Washington Street, Springfield, IL 62702 FAX # 217/523-7677 DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 15, 2007 The grants must be used for a youth-oriented program sponsored by the local unit, such as athletic sponsorship, educational programs, etc. The specific type of program must be listed on the application. At the 1992 Convention, the State Executive Board made a recommendation that the Youth Grant should not be used in conjunction with an agency-sponsored program. The Board felt that the intent of the grant is to provide assistance to the local PB & PA Unit, sponsored programs, and not to subsidize a program that is administered by a governmental agency. At the 1996 Convention, held in Champaign, a resolution was passed by the delegates present which raised the amount of the grants. The resolution stated that local units can apply for a youth grant requesting up to $1,000.00. If you have sent your request in, please double-check with the Springfield office. The master file will be kept at the office in Springfield, and will then be brought to the convention for review by the Executive Board. All applications must be returned to the address above by September 15, 2007. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me or the executive office in Springfield, 800-303-4531. Fraternally, Troy Hogren, Youth Activities Director The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 43 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 44 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 45 The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 46 New for you! We now have blankets with the PBPA logos available for purchase. These woven blankets are 100% cotton, machine washable, and measure a generous 48’ x 70’. Order one for yourself and more for your family and friends – they’ll make great Christmas presents. To place your order, please call the Springfield Office at (217) 523-5141 x206 and talk to Dianne or complete the bottom of this page and send it with your check for the total amount to: PB & PA of IL 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 (217) 523-5141 New logo Original logo Order Form ____________________________________ (Name) ____________________________________ (Street Address) ____________________________________ (City, ST, Zip) ____________________________________ (Phone) _______Original logo afghans @ $35 each (# of afghans requested) = $____________ _______ New logo afghans @ $35 each (# of afghans requested) = $____________ Total Amount Due: $____________ Amount Enclosed: $____________ The Policemen’s Magazine • Summer, 2007 Page 47 Does this look familiar to you? *Regular Member: Those persons who are active, full-time, certified Law Enforcement Officers of any municipality of the State of Illinois. **Social Members: Those persons vested with the powers of arrest but not employed as full-time, certified Law Enforcement Officers within any municipality of the State of Illinois. Do you know who is designated to receive your death benefit? When was the last time you updated your PB&PA of IL membership information? Have you moved? Have you married or divorced? Do we have your date of birth (month, day and year)? Do you wish to change your beneficiary? Do we have your beneficiary’s social security number? Do we have your beneficiary’s date of birth? It is very important that we have a current, signed beneficiary designation card on file at the Springfield Office for all of our members. Call the Springfield Office at 800-303-4531 (or 217-523-5141 for out-of-state members) and talk to Dianne at extension 206. She will check your current membership information and send you a new card to complete if any changes need to be made. Thank you for helping keep our records as up-to-date and accurate as possible. Police Benevolent & Protective Association 435 W. Washington Street Springfield, IL 62702 http://www.pbpa.org/ PRESORT. STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Duluth, MN 55806 PERMIT NO. 1003
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