SPOKANE POLICE DEPARTMENT

SPD
SPOKANE
POLICE
DEPARTMENT
January 2007
NEWSLETTER
Inside this
month’s issue
Reorganizations,
Promotions, and
2007 Goals
2
Lavelle Returns 2
Officers honored 3
Teddy bear
donations
3
Shop with a Cop 4
New Officers 5
Promotions 5
Citizens applaud
our employees
6
CHIEF’S CORNER
Years ago I worked for a “leader” who never had any
goals. I remember thinking to myself, why would I
follow someone who isn’t going anywhere?
It is true that by nature I am a goal-oriented person.
Regardless, that was a powerful lesson I learned.
People aren’t going to follow a leader who isn’t going
anywhere. Hence, that is why I have clearly-set
Department Goals.
By: Chief Anne Kirkpatrick
I listened to a leadership tape just last week and that
speaker said when he was in the Marines, a commanding officer once said that
a ship cannot turn unless it is moving. How true that is -
I will use the Department Goals to set a direction and get us moving.
Remember, we are all about crime fighting - that’s our core mission. Therefore,
it is through the implementation of these goals that we can go from a
good agency to a great agency in our core mission to reduce crime in our
community.
Inspector SPLEM
reports
7
Brenden retires 7
Commute Trip
Reduction
Program
Upcoming Events 9
8-9
IT’S SPD TV!
By: Cpl. Tom Lee
We’ve waited to announce the title of our monthly TV show until we had a better
idea of who would produce it and when telecasting would begin. It will be called
SPD-TV when it appears on Cable Channel 5 this spring.
As you recall, we invited employee and volunteer suggestions to name the show with
an offer of a $60 restaurant gift certificate to the person whose name was chosen.
Well, the prize will have to be split since three of you submitted the winning name.
Congratulations to Kevin King, Matthew Mathiason and Dave Adams.

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SPOKANE
CHIEF KIRKPATRICK ANNOUNCES REORGANIZATION,
PROMOTIONS, AND 2007 GOALS
By: Cpl. Tom Lee
Chief Kirkpatrick has announced a reorganization of the department that will make SPD more efficient and
increase responsiveness to the public.
Assistant Chief Nicks
Major Johnson
Major Roberts
Deputy Chief Jim Nicks was promoted on January 4 to the rank of Assistant Chief and is now second in
command of the department. The rank of Deputy Chief has been renamed Major.
The current four divisions are being consolidated into three bureaus, each of which will be commanded by
a Major. Major Scott Johnson will oversee the Operations Bureau. Operations, the largest bureau, will
include the two current patrol divisions, traffic, and all tactical teams. Johnson’s promotion from the rank
of lieutenant was announced January 16. Major Bruce Roberts will lead Operations Support. The bureau
will include all investigative units, communications, and community services. An additional Major will be
named in the near future to head the Administrative Services Bureau. This bureau will include finance, records
management, information services and training. Administration is currently led by Dave Ingle who
has announced he will retire in April. The three Majors will report to Assistant Chief Nicks.
Chief Kirkpatrick announced several goals for 2007, which include working with Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich to
re-tool Crime Check, hiring a consultant to revise the Citizens Review Commission, a newly structured
leadership training program for all supervisors and updating and expanding the Crisis Intervention Team.
MIKE LAVELLE RETURNS
By: Cpl. Tom Lee
Mike Lavelle has returned to SPD as our Audio/Video Technician.
Mike rejoined our department on January 15. He’d been
working with City Cable 5 for a little over a year. Mike was
our A/V Tech for years until the 2004 budget cuts.
His first goal is to establish an office and studio in or near the
Public Safety Building. Once he’s settled, Mike will be working
to get our monthly cable TV show going. The 30-minute program
titled SPD-TV, will explore all aspects of the department
and feature guests throughout our staff.

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SPOKANE
OFFICERS HONORED
On December 21, two Spokane Police Officers
were honored for their efforts last summer to
locate and subdue an armed woman who had
threatened others and set a fire. Nate Spiering
and Dean Draper were awarded medals of
merit for their actions on August 14, when they
were dispatched to a group home at 1700 W.
9th Ave. Both police and fire units responded
when a caller told 911 that a mental patient had
armed herself with a knife, was threatening at
least one staff member, and had started a fire.
By: Hilary Thompson
On November 27, officers Hewitt, Taylor and
Thomas were given awards for their actions
that day. The actions of all the officers at the
scene were consistent with the highest levels of
performance and teamwork. Additionally, Officers Draper and Spiering with their family members.
Officer Spiering showed exceptional calm and
fortitude by entering a burning building and, though held back by dangerous smoke and fumes, stayed close
to the entry point to assist Officer Hewitt and firefighters. These actions are meritorious and deserving of
recognition. All five officers will be officially presented with medals at the Spokane Police Department
awards ceremony next month.
QUILT CHARMERS DONATE TEDDY BEARS
Each year the Quilt Charmers group helps a
charity at Christmas. This year they chose the
Spokane Police Department Teddy Bear Project.
Nearly 100 teddy bears and other stuffed animals
were collected and presented to three representatives
from our department... Senior Police
Officers Glenn Bartlett and Teresa Fuller, and
Chaplain Ron Alter.
Senior Police Officer Glenn Bartlett, Chaplain Ron Alter, and
Senior Police Officer Teresa Fuller at the Quilt Charmers’
Christmas luncheon.
The presentation was made on December 22 at
the Quilt Charmers’ Christmas luncheon held at
the Spokane Country Club. One of the member’s
granddaughters received and arranged the stuffed
animals on the couch and chairs at the club,
making quite a warm and inviting display. The
officers carried away three bags full of teddy
bears, which will be used to comfort and help
children suffering from trauma or loss.

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SHOP WITH A COP A GREAT SUCCESS
By: SPO Teresa Fuller
On December 16, six local children
had the shopping experience of a
lifetime. They were each picked up
by a Spokane Police Officer, taken
to Northtown Mall, and given a gift
package that totaled nearly $800
each. Detectives Ernie Wuthrich
and Jeff Harvey, along with Officers
James Erickson, Kellee Gately, John
Gately, Tami Johnson, and Craig
Bulkley participated by escorting
the children. They donated five
hours of their own time and were a
huge reason the day was such a
success. It started with a free
breakfast at Jack’s Diner and then a
free picture with Santa Claus.
Among the gifts the children received
were a $100 mall gift certificate
from the Police Guild, a $50
mall gift certificate from Northtown,
free eye exams and glasses
(if needed) from Lens Crafters, several other gift certificates to various mall businesses, and
numerous discounts at participating retailers. The children were selected from Holmes and
Audubon Elementary Schools by their school counselors.
Lens Crafters even went above and beyond by allowing their offer to be transferred to one of the
parents that needed glasses, but couldn’t afford them. One of the retailers, Oki Doki, had just
listed “gift” and 20% off in their store on the discount sheet, but when the children walked in, they
were given a huge bag filled to the brim with things like socks, slippers, sweat pants, fleeces, and
toys.
The day was a great success and fun was had by all.
All of the officers involved said they were looking
forward to continuing this tradition in the years to
come. The Guild would like to thank Chief
Kirkpatrick and her officers for their participation.

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SPOKANE
SPD RECIEVES TWO NEW OFFICERS
By: Cpl. Tom Lee
On January 8, two new SPD officers were sworn
in. Officer Clay Creek comes to us after serving
many years with the Montana Highway Patrol,
most recently as a Sergeant in Billings. Creek is
married to Teresa and they have two daughters.
Moving to Spokane allows them to be closer to
Teresa’s family. Ofc. Creek is also a Major in the
Army National Guard.
Ofc. Matthew Rose and Ofc. Clay Creek
Officer Matthew Rose is from Stockton, California.
He has been working with the Hayward Police Department
where for the past three years, he has
worked on Hayward’s Street Narcotics Team.
Ofc. Rose is married to Amy and they have a 12
year old daughter and brand new baby girl.
The two were sworn in by Chief Kirkpatrick and officially welcomed by Mayor Dennis Hession.
PROMOTIONS
By: Cpl. Tom Lee
Three officers were promoted this month. The Mayor, City Council members, family, friends, and
staff were present to watch these gentlemen have their new badges pinned on. Congratulations to
Brent Austin and J.D. Anderson promoted to the rank of Sergeant and David Staben promoted to
the rank of Corporal.
Sergeant Brent Austin Sergeant J.D. Anderson Corporal David Staben

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CITIZENS APPLAUD OUR EMPLOYEES
The following was received on behalf of Kristina Kitchens in the records department. “Records are so important to
us in fashioning sentencing recommendations, and I am always grateful when my requests for information are processes
so thoroughly. Having recently transferred to Washington from another district, your professionalism is refreshing.
I look forward to working with you and your agency in the future.”
~Wayne Becker from Federal Court
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Don and Jeri Couch called to say that Officer Christensen was dispatched to a call at their home on December 10,
regarding a theft. Mrs. Couch stated Officer Christensen was very friendly, helpful and professional. She stated all we
hear about are the bad things that happen and she wants everyone to know how much they appreciated Officer Christensen’s
helpfulness.
~Don and Jeri Couch / Spokane citizens
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SPD Explorers Travis Joyce, Jon Romero, Amanda Siers and Kathy Timm helped set up Christmas trees and tables and
carried in gifts etc. for an annual breakfast for foster parents and children. Carolee Giersdorf from the Records Department
wrote the following to Sandra Alter of Volunteers services, “I want to thank you for putting up the list and
thank the Explorers that helped out on December 15 for the Foster Santa Breakfast. They were excellent help and
greatly appreciated. I have to tell you, I didn’t know who they were until they left…..I didn’t even introduce myself.
Our chairperson was commenting on how helpful and nice they were and to be sure to thank them when I realized
they were the Explorers. Will you please pass that on to them and a special thanks to you for setting it up!”
~Carolee Giersdorf / Records Department
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I was recently watching an episode of COPS and noticed this segment was in Spokane. In the episode the police were
called to a 7-Eleven because of a woman who was shoplifting. There was a struggle in the store and one of the officer’s
actions, once he got the lady out of the store, touched me. He was so polite while the lady was struggling, telling
her gently to calm down. I just wanted to give him kudos for a job well done. That segment showed that he really
cared about the people that he protects every day. I feel lucky to have him as an officer in this city. Thanks again officer!!!
~Shannon O’Dea / Spokane Citizen
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At 6:00 on the morning of November 16, I walked into my church anticipating the joy of our weekly Thursday morning
men’s prayer meeting. Though the joy was not diminished, it was not unaccompanied. It was mixed with the surprise
of finding our church burglarized and vandalized. My first call was to law enforcement. Reporting Officer Greg
Woods was quickly on the scene to be followed immediately by two detectives and then a third, Detective JC Collins.
Soon thereafter, Corporal Lee was on site to organize the public face of the incident for the community and the news
media; and Deputy Chief Nicks arrived to review the scene and evaluate procedures. Two forensic specialists came
on campus early and stayed late. In all, your staff was represented on site from 6:45 AM until 12:30 PM, leaving with
substantial evidence, public awareness, and a hot trail By Saturday, November 18, all of the Spokane region knew of
my church’s loss and need; Detective Collins had uncovered the identity of the thieves; and all of the pilfered and
commonly used equipment was back under roof at the church. Thanks to you and your partners in justice, our
church is whole. Our equipment is in our possession, the community has responded to our need with gifts both of
cash and of professional craftsmanship, and our congregation is living in the joy and gratitude of abundant provision.
I and we are deeply grateful to you for marshalling your creative and skillful force in both meeting the church’s need
and in protecting the total community. May God bless you and your force as you continue to execute righteousness
and justice in our city.
~Pastor Dave Cox - Crestline Church of Nazarene

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SPOKANE
INSPECTOR SPLEM REPORTS
2007 Membership Drive is January 16 - 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Spokane
Law Enforcement Credit Union located at 924 W. Sinto. A membership is a mere
$35. The Spokane Law Enforcement Museum is a non-profit corporation that relies
on donations to support the museum projects. No money is used for personnel
costs. Volunteers of all ages are solicited for help in the worthy cause of preserving
the history of our local law enforcement. Membership and donations collected will
support the following projects that are currently underway, such as, the Spokane
Police Department History Book, Spokane Police Department Personnel Yearbook,
Hallways of History, and the Spokane Law Enforcement Museum. A tremendous
amount of energy and synergy is captured in the preservation of the history of our
local law enforcement. If you are interested in assisting with this project, have
items, or would like to give a “Specific Bequest” through your will and estate to the
Spokane Law Enforcement Museum organizations, or would simply like to see this
amazing collection, please contact Glen L. Whitely at 624-0933 or
Susan Walker at 477-6449.
Sheriff/SPD Historical Office has a new location. It’s now located securely
in the Public Safety Building just inside the Sheriff’s double doors, the second
door on the right (old Community Services Office). This will be a combination
of the archival collection for both law enforcement entities for the material we
have collected in writing our books. If you need to verify any historical facts,
we will have the information available for those of you that need it. We continue
to work toward bringing positive projects to help honor our law enforcement
officers and count it a privilege to be at your service. Our new phone
number is (509)477-6449. Our goal continues to be to work toward having a
Law Enforcement Museum building of our own, so all of the public will be able
to enjoy the wonderful history our archives and memorabilia pay tribute to.
By: Susan Walker
BRENDEN RETIRES
By: Hilary Thompson
After 22 years of service, Craig Brenden has retired.
Brenden started his career in 1985 as a reserve officer. In
August 1987, he became a patrol officer. Seven years
later he was promoted to detective, where he worked in
the Fraud Unit and later in the Criminal Intelligence Unit.
In 1993 he was awarded the “Officer of the Year” by the
Optimist Club of Spokane and was selected as “Officer of
the Quarter” by the Chief of Police in 1998. Craig was
also an instructor for the Basic Law Enforcement
Training.
Det. Craig Brenden and Lt. Scott Stephens

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SPOKANE
COMMUTE TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM
By: Gayle Tucker
Take Advantage Of Our
Commute Trip Reduction Program
Subsidies for transit passes
Bicycle parking
Showers and clothes locker for bicyclists and
walkers
Flex-time for bus riders and vanpoolers
Guaranteed ride home in emergencies
Internal ride match services
On-site Employee Transportation Coordinator
On-site ATM
On-site restaurant
Employee recognition
CTR campaign events
Financial and prize incentives
Telecommuting options
Compressed work schedules
Take a moment and ask yourself,
“Do I really need to drive alone to work today?”
If you are an employee who drives to work alone,
consider driving with someone else, riding the bus,
joining a vanpool, walking or riding a bike, working
from home or compressing your workweek. Your
use of an alternative commute mode just one day a
week greatly reduces the Spokane Police Department’s
contribution to congestion and poor air
quality.
The Spokane Police Department offers locker room
facilities, showers and bicycle racks for employees
who want to exercise while walking, jogging or cycling
to work.
Ride Match Services
The Spokane Police Department can put you in
touch with fellow employees to share your driving
commute.
Visit www.rideshareonline.com and fill out an
on-line application to qualify for Commute Trip Reduction
(CTR) Benefits.
RideshareOnline.com provides you an easy way to find
others who are interested in sharing their commute in a
carpool or vanpool in Washington State.
RideshareOnline.com helps you find others who want to
share a ride to a game, festival, or other public event in
Washington State. (Commute Matching and Event Matching
require separate registration).
You can also call to request a ride-match or receive information
about carpooling /vanpooling at the Rideshare
Hotline number
1-888-814-1300 (TTY users: 206-684-1855).
Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) Program
The City of Spokane has a GRH Program to assist
our employees who choose a commute alternative
such as carpooling, walking, bicycling, or riding the
bus to work. If you usually get to work using a commute
alternative, or if you’ve just considered it, your
worries about getting home in case of an emergency
are over! If an emergency comes up during working
hours – the illness of a family member, unexpected
overtime, or a carpool partner who becomes ill at
work – you can use the GRH program to get home.
It’s fast, easy and free! The only requirement is that
you used a commute alternative to get to work that
day. Contact Gayle Tucker, ETC, for information
to arrange for your ride home.
CTR Campaigns & Promotions
The Spokane Police Department encourages all
employees to find an alternative to single-occupant
commutes as often as possible. The Spokane Police
Department will offer various promotions such as
“Smart Moves”, “Summer Solutions” and “Rideshare
Week” throughout the year to encourage employees
to try alternative modes of transportation. All employees
who participate in these campaigns will be
eligible for prize drawings. If you participate, all you
have to do is notify your ETC.

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SPOKANE
COMMUTE TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM (CONTINUED)
By: Gayle Tucker
One of the biggest myths about alternative commuting is that you have to do it 100% of the time. That is not
true! Sharing a ride, walking or bicycling one or two days a week does make a difference.
Employee Recognition
The Spokane Police Department recognizes individual commuters who are champions of commute trip reduction.
Nominees are submitted to Spokane County for consideration for the Most Valuable Commuter
Award. Recognition of star commuters can include certificates of recognition, posters and newsletter articles.
Take a moment to find out more about your commute options:
Spokane Transit Authority
328-RIDE (7433)
Ride Match Services
http://www.rideshareonline.com/
Spokane County’s CTR Website
http://www.mycommute.org
For more information,
please contact:
Gayle Tucker
Employee Transportation
Coordinator
625-4064
UPCOMING EVENTS
C.O.P.S Substation General Meetings
Date and time varies with each Substation.
Meetings open to the public
Contact your local C.O.P.S Substation for
details.
C.O.P.S East Central Coffee
Fundraiser
3rd Tuesday of each month
7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Monroe Court Building Lobby
Operation Family I.D.
January 25
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Open to the public
Old Country Buffet/Franklin Park Mall
SPD Annual Employee
Awards Ceremony
February 27
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
City Hall
Spokane Police Department
1100 W. Mallon Ave.
Spokane, WA 99260-0001
www.spokanepolice.org
SUGGESTIONS/COMMENTS?
Contact the SPD Newsletter
Editor, Hilary Thompson
509-625-4456
Or by email
hthompson@spokanepolice.org