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TheInformantThe Official Publication of the San Diego Police Officers AssociationTVolume XXXIII, No. 1 January 2013Inside:Border CrimesSuppression TeamImproving Quality of Life inSouthern Division2012 Christmas PartyPhotos January 2013 Inside!| 1

San Diego Police Officers Association8388 Vickers Street 858.573.1199 (Office)San Diego, CA 92111 858.573.1574 (Fax)www.sdpoa.orgBrian MarvelPresidentJeff JordonVice PresidentTom BostedtSecretaryMike FenderDirectorPaul HubkaDirectorRob LewisDirectorPaul PaxtonDirectorMike PidgeonDirectorCommittees and Committee ChairsLegal Committee ..........................................Lewis (Chair), Bostedt, LevittPolitical Action Committee ............. Fender (Chair), Bostedt, PidgeonRetirement .....................................................................................Levitt (Chair)Business & Governance ......................Jordon (Chair), Paxton, Pidgeon• Bylaws & Policy• Administration• ParliamentarianMember Relations ..................................... Bostedt (Chair), Hubka, Lewis• Member Services• Member CommunicationPublic Relations ....................Chairs: Paxton/Pidgeon, Bostedt, Hubka• Informant• Website• Charity• SWAT Association .............................. Levitt (Chair), FenderSpecial Events/Scholarship ..................Hubka (Chair), Bostedt, LewisBudget & Finance .......................................................................Levitt (Chair)Labor Management .............................Bostedt (Chair), Fender, PidgeonLitigation (Ad Hoc Committee) ...........................Chairs: Marvel/JordonMemorial ................................................................................... Pidgeon (Chair)2 | The InformantEditorial and Advertising InformationEditor, Steph Reed858.573.1199 x 220sreed@sdpoa.orgEditorial PolicyThe views or opinions expressed in The Informant arenot necessarily the opinions of the San Diego PoliceOfficers Association, the San Diego Police Departmentor any official body or agency of the City of San Diego.We encourage article ideas and photographs aboutor of interest to our members. Article abstracts,photos, story ideas, suggestions, letters to the editor,commentaries and information may be submitted inperson, by mail or by e-mail to the editor.Freedom of expression is assured within the bounds ofgood taste and the limits of available space.Our target audience is law enforcement, specificallyPOA members of the San Diego Police Department.DeadlineAll copy and advertising must be submitted by the tenthof the month prior to the anticipated publication month;e.g. July 10 for the August issue. Content submitted afterthat date may be considered for a later issue.© San Diego Police Officers Association. All rights reserved.No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmittedin any form without the prior written permission of thepublisher.

In This IssueMember Spotlight ................................................................. 4Border Crime Suppression Team ................................... 5Chaplain’s Corner ................................................................. 6The Crime Files ...................................................................... 7Thanksgiving at the SDPOA ........................................... 92012 Christmas Party .......................................................10SDPOA Discount Tickets ..................................................16SDPOA Store .........................................................................17PERT Perspective................................................................18UC-7 ..........................................................................................19Streetwork .............................................................................20An Officer and an Inventor .............................................22Code 4 Chronicles ...............................................................23Star/Pal Scene ......................................................................24In Remembrance .................................................................25PORAC’s Legal Defense Fund II ....................................26On the Road ...........................................................................27At a Glance Calender .........................................................28SDPOA ID Card .....................................................................29Thank You for Your Generosity .....................................29Board Minutes .....................................................................30On the Cover: Photo of the Border Crime SuppressionTeam taken by Kristina Miller.Check out the SDPOA on:@SDPOAfacebook.com/SDPOAPresident’s MessageLooking back at 2012, it is safeto say that it was an interestingyear. While we dealt withseveral challenges, the yearended on a high note, and weare looking positively into ourfuture in 2013.Much of our work over thepast year was focused on ourcity’s political future. As the mayor’srace started to unfold, the election held a fair amountof anxiety for our association. The strong beliefthat certain individuals would be elected as mayorand city council members, resulting in several moreyears of difficulty for bargaining units throughoutthe city, was certainly a top concern. We wanted tostep up to fight back against a super-funded mayoralcandidate and what appeared to be a tidal wave ofsupport for the anti-labor agenda. Our efforts in theprimary saw mixed results, but we regrouped in thegeneral election to make sure the candidates thatwould be best for public safety were successful. Withthe support of outside sources and the membership,we achieved great success. We are proud to say theculture of demonizing public employees is a thing ofthe past.While the election outcome was favorable, we stillhave a tremendous amount of work. For six years,the Department’s resources were dramatically scaledback, which affected staffing, equipment and training.We are looking forward to cooperating with the mayor,as well as current and newly elected city councilmembers, in a productive manner to create a strongand stable future for our members, the departmentand the city. Our newly elected officials have made itabundantly clear that public safety is and will remaina high priority.As we look forward to a more productive relationshipwith the city, we are also thinking forward tonegotiations. We hope that the time of single-yearcontracts is behind us and that we can negotiate amulti-year MOU to give our organization the stabilityit sorely needs.Also in the year 2012, the POA was involved in severalpieces of litigation. We are happy to report that weprevailed in several of these cases. The end of thiscostly litigation closes the door on a piece of the POA’spast, and we are eager to move forward. Although weare still involved in litigation, we hope we prevail inthose cases too over the next couple of years.With expensive litigation behind us, we can be aContinued on page 6...January 2013 | 3

LieutenantRick O’HanlonWhen Lieutenant RickO’Hanlon started his careerwith the SDPD, officers carriedrevolvers, rookies were not givenportable radios, and reports werehand written. While he can easily rememberthe day when he signed thepaperwork to start as a police officer,it was in fact 33 years ago. These arejust the first of many very fond memoriesLt. O’Hanlon, who retired on Dec.20, leaves the Department with.Born and raised in San Diego, Lt,O’Hanlon is the oldest of four children.He originally wanted to be a doctor,but before starting at UCSD, he decidedthe required years of schoolingfor the profession were just too much.After discussing a potential career inlaw enforcement with a lieutenantfrom church, he began taking classesat Miramar and went on a ride-along.“It appealed to me because of the factthat, at times, you can make a differenceand help people,” he said. “At thesame time, you’re your own person. Ialso really liked the variety that wasavailable on the Department — youcan do just about anything you want.”After graduating from the Academyin April 1979, Lt. O’Hanlon’s first jobwas at Eastern Division. At that time,the division worked out of NorthernDivision. Eastern Division initiallyhad modular trailers. One of the casesthat most deeply affected him duringthis time was a 1983 case where two8-year-old boys were killed when theyfound a live shell in a canyon in Tierrasanta.Lt. O’Hanlon was the first toarrive on the scene.Lt. O’Hanlon was promoted to Agentwhile at Eastern, and was then assignedto Traffic Division. Here, heworked as a part of the DUI squad andas a traffic detective. His next assignmentwas at Central Division, wherehe was a detective and worked in investigations,specifically in Juvenile4 | The InformantMember SpotlightCrimes and Crimes Against Persons.He was also an Acting Sergeant workinggraveyards downtown.In July 1989, Lt. O’Hanlon was promotedto Sergeant and began workingat Northern Division. He was soonasked to be the sergeant in charge ofthe Beach Team. The job was a lotdifferent than is it today, consideringthat alcohol was still permitted on SanDiego’s beaches. “This was before thealcohol ban,” he said. “I rememberwhen the Red Onion (now the Wavehouse)opened. It was a mess.”Lt. O’Hanlon’s next job was in InternalAffairs, where he spent a little overtwo years. He then began working atWestern Division. Here, he played anactive role in the Willie Jones murderinvestigation, a case when an 18-yearoldvaledictorian was gunned down ina drive-by shooting. The investigationtook a great deal of covert work, includingusing informants and makingdrug buys. After two months of investigation,four gang members were arrestedfor the crime.For the next two-and-a-half years, Lt.O’Hanlon worked as a Sergeant in SexCrimes. He then spent the next fiveyears working in Child Abuse. Workingwith the doctors, social workers,and long-time detectives in the divisionwas a very rewarding experience,and the heart-wrenching cases reallyhit home, since he had a very youngchild at the time. “The detectivesworking these cases are angels in mymind,” he said.His work in Child Abuse gave Lt.O’Hanlon the unique opportunity totravel to Bangkok for an eight-day trip.The United Nations paid for the tripso that he could train government andlaw enforcement officials in Thailandin child abuse investigations. “It wasa tremendous experience,” he said.“They definitely have a very differentway of policing, and I got to see a lot.”Lt. O’Hanlon’s next assignment wasone year with Narcotics. After he waspromoted to Lieutenant, he spent timeat Eastern, Northeastern, Sex Crimesand Child Abuse, and Traffic. His finalassignment before retiring was Eastern,which allowed him to come fullcircle with his career.“It’s a roller coaster and there werereally good days, and then there arethings that happen that are challenging,”he said. “I can say I have protectedand looked out for my people. I havebeen loyal to my people and my bosses.I wouldn’t have changed a thing.”Now that he is retired, Lt. O’Hanlonplans to take a trip to Hawaii, and tospend most of his time golfing, teaching,or working around the house. Hehighly values education, and he willcontinue teaching at National University.He will also have more time tospend with his family. His wife, Carole,works in the City’s Comptroller’s Officeand his 17-year-old daughter, Kelsey,is busy applying to colleges where sheplans to study to be a nurse.Looking back, Lt. O’Hanlon says hisgood experiences on the job havehelped his career fly by. “I thoroughlyenjoyed my career,” he said. “Everyonemakes mistakes, but the assignmentsI’ve had and the people I’veworked with have made 33 years feellike 33 days.”

Eight officers and one sergeantmake up the Border CrimesSuppression Team (BCST). Theunit, which works out of Southern Division,addresses a wide range of dutiesand has a great deal of success inaddressing crime in the area.Since Southern Division has existed,there has been some form of BCST.The team was originally called theBorder Crimes Intervention Unit, butthe name was changed to the currentone about ten years ago. The goals ofthe unit shifted at that time, as morefocus was put on addressing gang activityand narcotics-related crimes.The eight officers that make up theteam are at varying experience levels,and they are all passionate aboutcatching crooks. Computer skills comein very handy for the members of theunit, who often scour databases in orderto get additional details on cases.The many duties of the team includeaddressing gang and narcotic activityand targeting crimes that diminish thequality of life for residents in SouthernDivision. Additional tasks of the BCSTinclude assisting patrols with calls forservice, crimes in progress, and criticalincidents. The unit also conductsspecialized details, which included“Wildcatting”, curfew sweeps, andgang enforcement.The team also works collaborativelywith other units and agencies. A closerelationship exists with gang detectivesand the collaborative nature ofBorder Crimes Suppression Teamtheir work led team members and detectivesto share an office at SouthernDivision so that they can share confidentialinformation and work togetheron proactive enforcement. Membersalso work closely with the San DiegoCounty Probation and State Parole departmentson AB 109 and probationand parole checks. The members ofthe unit are familiar with many of thechronic criminals in the area and canhelp to easily locate these individualswhen necessary. Recent partnershipsalso include work with Southern Division’sNight Team, CIU, the DistrictAttorney’s Bureau of Investigations,ICE, U.S. Customs and Border Protection,Narcotics Task Force, OperationAlliance, East County Gang Task Force,Violent Crimes Task Force, Chula VistaPolice, La Mesa Police, and the San DiegoCounty Sheriff’s Department.Recently, the unit has made severalsignificant arrests and have been involvedin major events. In August,September and October of 2012, theteam also assisted with informationthat led to the arrest of murder suspectsfor separate incidents in ChulaVista and La Mesa, as well as helpingwith the arrest of an attempted murdersuspect by the San Diego CountySheriff’s Department.Another incident that highlights thework of the BCST took place on September25, 2012. The incident beganwhen BCST Officers were at a localmotel conducting a parole compliancecheck at a room. Several people weredetained and a narcotics investigationwas initiated. Information was obtainedthat a white Jeep was connectedto the hotel room. When the Jeepappeared, it very quickly drove to therear of the hotel away from the officers.The three occupants fled from the Jeep,and two of the occupants were quicklydetained. A third occupant was ableto flee into an alleyway where officerssaw him discard a pair of black gloves.Even after being ordered to stop, thesuspect continued to flee and was tryingto remove an object from his frontpants’ pocket. The taser was successfullydeployed. Cash was recovered inan amount consistent with a commercialrobbery reported by Chula VistaPolice Department (CVPD). During thesubsequent walk through of the alley,a loaded handgun was recovered froma roof, and a mask was recovered fromthe vehicle. After contacting robberydetectives within SDPD and CVPD, thesuspect and others were booked onweapons, narcotics, and warrants. Thesubject was later charged with fourrobbery-related crimes in Chula Vista.The work of the BCST makes a significantimpact of the citizens livingin Southern Division, and the team isdedicated to making sure their productivework continues.By the NumbersDuring the past quarter,BDST...• Made 117 felony arrests• Made 71 misdemeanor arrests,23 of which were forbeing under the infl uenceof a controlled substance.• Conducted 360 FieldInterviews.• Seized a quarter ounce ofmethamphetamine, 2.5grams of heroin, .5 gramsof cocaine, 30 pills, andmake three sales cases.January 2013 | 5

Chaplain’s Cornerby Herb Smith, San Diego Police Department Chaplain“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.Therefore we will not fear, though the earth shouldchange, and though the mountains slip into the heart of thesea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountainsquake at its swelling pride” (Psalm 46:1-3).As we begin this New Year (pay no attention to the factthat it ends with “13”!) we have reasonably mixed emotions.Our country is perplexed with its leadership… notreally knowing whether the path it’s charting will lead tofinancial collapse, social disintegration, spiritual deformationand/or international divestiture of our American distinctive.Change is certainly coming, yet preparing for it isdifficult because we aren’t quite sure what that change willproduce. The most unnerving incidents of the last two generations,three wars, the 60’s race riots, a resigning President,American’s held hostage x2, and 9/11 all broughtchange, and yet it feels in some ways like we’re on morethan just a fiscal cliff; more like a final fatal cliff of all theabove. But it’s been worse.Ancient Israel suffered through wars, famines, sieges, evilkings, captivity and occupation, and it seems they werenever really ever prepared… part of why such disasters occurredin the first place. And the changes were corrective.Often it takes a cataclysm to rectify a country. And we cansay that is true in our own individual lives. As C.S. Lewiswrote, “God whispers in our joy but shouts in our pain,”what finally gets our attention is life altering circumstances.“All discipline for themoment seems not to bejoyful, but sorrowful; yetto those who have beentrained by it, afterwardsit yields the peaceful fruitof righteousness” (Heb.12:11). The operativeword there is “trained,” the successful process of becomingprepared to effectively engage the challenges at hand. Disciplineisn’t pleasant, but it keeps us alive and growing.The operative noun in all of this is “God,” Who “knows ourframe, and is mindful that we are but dust” (Ps.103). Towardthose whose trust is in Him, He is a father Who hascompassion on His children, Whose justice takes actionon our guilt, but drives His discipline by grace. “His angeris for a moment, His favor is for a lifetime; weeping maylast for the night, but a shout of joy comes in the morning”(30:5). The test of our trust yields tenacity.Climate change, seismic devastation, floods, fires and manmademisfortune will happen as surely as sparks fly upward.We can’t train for everything, but we can trust thatthe leader we ultimately place our hope and confidence inis the One Who will not fail to show us trouble, yet triumphits truth for our temperament. “The Lord of hosts is withus; the God of Jacob is our stronghold… Cease striving andknow that I Am God…” (vv.7&10).Presidents Message - continuedfinancially stronger organization going forward. Withthis in mind, we recently proposed several changes to theSDPOA bylaws. One of the biggest changes was splittingthe cost of the SDPOA’s PORAC membership with themembers. By approving this change with the vote in mid-December, the SDPOA members will now have membershipin PORAC’s Legal Defense Fund II (see details on page 26for more information on LDF II). We are thankful thatthe membership approved the revisions to the bylaws. Inaddition to the PORAC provision, the new language includedseveral revisions to clean-up and update our bylaws. It ishealthy as an organization to occasionally review and revisethese governing documents.review every one of our contracts and look at every costcuttingmeasure in order to make sure the association isrunning as efficiently as possible. Randy also played a keyrole in prioritizing the association’s capital improvementsto make sure much-needed improvements were budgetedand made possible over a responsible period of time. Healso crafted a solid annual budget and made sure it wasreviewed after six months, making adjustments if necessaryto keep the association on solid financial footing. Randy’sleadership, dedication and perseverance were an asset toour association, and he was personally a great help to me.We wish him luck in his new job. Although he will now bea Deputy Sheriff, we know he will always “bleed PD blue.”The end of December also marked the departure of oneof our board members. As of December 21st, RandyLevitt stepped down from the SDPOA Board of Directorsto take a position with the Sheriff’s Department. I wouldlike to thank Randy for his hard work and dedicationto this association. His work as treasurer has made ourorganization financially stronger, and he has had to maketough decisions about our finances. He headed efforts toI hope everyone had very merry Christmas, happy holidays,and celebrated a safe new year with family and loved ones.Thank you for all the support you have shown the POAduring this last year and we look forward to 2013.All the Best,6 | The Informant

The Crime FilesSome Things Never Changeby Steve WillardNovember 6, 2012. Shortly after 11p.m. District Five Councilmember andmayoral candidate Carl DeMaio calleda press conference to—in the eyes ofmany—declare himself victorious inthe election. The problem was he ultimatelylost.While premature and perhaps embarrassingto anyone with an ounce ofshame, public reaction was mild whencompared to other San Diego elections.In 1905, San Diego was a sleepy seasidehamlet of around 17,000 people. Wewere a long way behind California citiessuch as Los Angeles and San Franciscohowever an 1894 tourist guidebookproclaimed we had a “perfect” sewer,“swift electric cars,” “elegant” operahouse and “first-class” daily papers.The San Diego mayoral election pittedretired U.S. Army Captain John L.Shehon against Republican challengerCharles S. Hardy, a successful merchantand leader of the city’s most powerfulpolitical organization.Shehon was once a Republican, however,he left the party and declaredhimself independent. That move wouldultimately come back to bite him whenhe sought the endorsement of the mostpowerful media outlet in town—theSan Diego Union. Not only did the paperrefuse, the editorial board labeledcalled Shehon a “Renegade Republican”and threw their support behindHardy. (Didn’t I say some things neverchange?)While on the campaign trail Sehon continuouslyrailed against “bossism-stylepolitics” and the corruption-riddledcontrol of the police and fire departmentby elected politicians.Hardy countered that, among otherthings, Shehon had left the Army on adisability and was not even physicallyfit to serve as mayor.Shehon ultimately won the electionwith 2,018 votes to 1,376 for Hardy and438 votes for a Socialist candidate.Then came the real drama.Shehon’s opponents quickly filed a lawsuitchallenging his ability to legallyhold office. Their position was Shehonwould be collecting a city salary as wellas a military pension. To some, he wasdouble dipping on the taxpayer’s dimeand that was illegal.Shehon’s opponents went so far as topersuade a judge to issue a subpoena.But, rather than respond, he simplyvanished. Shehon’s reasoning was hecouldn’t be served if no one could findhim and he had the law on his side toback him up.The San Diego Union eventually askedin a headline: “Has Anybody Seen Capt.John L. Sehon?”Shehon’s friends ultimately issued apublic statement claiming the mayorelect “may have gone to the country forsome rest and relaxation.” Later, theyhinted he could be hiding in Tijuana.Eventually Sehon decided the best wayto preserve his right to become mayorwas to actually take office. So, at 2 a.m.on the morning of his scheduled inauguration,Shehon’s friends broke intohis 2nd floor office at City Hall locatedabove what is now Jimmy Loves nightclubat 4th and G.Police Headquarters was located on thefirst floor and in the basement of thebuilding, so it’s somewhat of a mysteryas to how the men got in without beingdetected. Shehon later claimed to havescaled the side of the building to avoidbeing detected. Regardless of how hereally got in, Shehon made it a pointnot to personally break any glass so hecouldn’t later be charged with breakingand entering.Early that morning City Hall staff arrivedto discover a sign that read “JohnL. Shehon, Mayor” over the door of thetop municipal office in the city. WithMayor Shehon now seated, legal paperswere quickly served and his case beganworking its way through the courts.Initially the Superior Court ruled againsthim but the case was overturned bythe Court of Appeals and CaliforniaSupreme Court. In its ruling the courtsstated, “That to ban officeholders withmilitary pensions would disfranchise aclass of eminently deserving men anddeprive the state of their services.” Thecase was settled.While mayor, Shehon vetoed a proposalto give the Southern California MountainWater Company a monopoly to supplywater to San Diego. John D. Spreckels,a wealthy philanthropist who laterdonated funds to create the San DiegoPolice Relief Association, poured moneyinto city council races to successfullyoverturn the veto.Shehon only served as mayor until 1907when he was ousted by John Forward.Sehon didn’t vanish from the historybooks after serving as mayor. He latersecured a seat on the San Diego CityCouncil and was appointed as superintendentof the police department.As superintendent of the police department,Shehon appointed Jefferson“Keno” Wilson as chief and saw the diversificationof the all white male policeforce into one that employed womenand people of many different culturalbackgrounds.Shehon also led the charge and orderedChief Wilson to once and for all cleanup the vice-ridden Stingaree District. Itwasn’t a popular decision given a numberof high ranking city leaders eitherheld financial interests in the brothelsor were regular patrons.Bad health eventually ended John Shehon’spolitical career. He died of Bright’sdisease on May 18, 1913. Without aprotector at City Hall, Keno Wilson ultimatelywas demoted to patrolmanless than four years later when the citychose not to renew his term as chief.Even with John Shehon being dead almosta full century it seems local fightsover double-dipping, newspaper endorsementsand political party switcheslive on. And on. Some things neverchange.In memory of Lieutenant of DetectivesGeorge W. Churchman 1889 - 1984(SDPD 1907-1932)January 2013 | 7

In Conjunction with the Deputy Sheriffs Association of San DiegoIs offering an accelerated Bachelor of Science Degree inCRIMINAL JUSTICE MANAGEMENTClasses meet on Thursday evenings at the DSA of San Diego located at:13881 Danielson Street, Poway, CA 92064$3,000 discount for the first (30) units you take in the program at an on-sitelocation.32 Semester Credits for Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate.Up to 28 semester credits for additional training.AA or AS degree from a regionally accredited college satisfies all generaleducation requirements.Financial Aid available for those who qualify.Eight week sessions which meet five out of eight weeks; possible for manyto graduate in as little as eight months.Yellow Ribbon certified for Veterans.Courses taught by experienced professionals in the field.Free Transfer Assessment.Accelerated Bachelor of Science degree program; new classes start everyeight weeks.UI&U is a not-for-profit university.UI&U is fully accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and amember of the North Central Association (www.ncahlc.org, 800.621.7440).Affiliated with various sheriff’s departments/offices, police departments,and deputy sheriff’s associations across California.For more information, please contact:Don Crist, Site Coordinator(858) 212-2416don.crist@myunion.eduLos Angeles Academic Center6701 Center Drive West, Suite 1200Los Angeles, CA 90045www.myunion.eduUI&U does not discriminate in its policies or procedures and conforms with federal non-discriminatory regula-8 | The Informant

Thanksgiving at the SDPOAThis year, the SDPOA carried on the tradition of invitingon-duty officers and their immediate families tothe SDPOA Hall of Valor to enjoy a holiday meal onThanksgiving Day. The Chief’s office approved flexibility inCode Seven policies to allow officers from throughout theCity to come to the POA office.Approximately 500 members and their family members cameout to the event to enjoy the hot meal, a traditional Thanksgivingfeast of turkey and trimmings. The event gave officersthe chance to enjoy the holiday, relax, watch football on TVand spend time with their peers and family members.For the second year, San Diego Metropolitan Credit Unionsponsored the event, helping to make this important mealpossible.An empty table was set in remembrance of those whoare no longer with us to celebrate the holiday.San Diego Metropolitan Credit Union was the Badge &Shield Sponsor of the event.EVERGREENTREE SPECIALISTTree CareandRemovalAffordableRatesCertified Arborist#WE-3509-AComplete Tree ServiceLacing • Stump GrindingPruning • Complete RemovalEdward Gross - Owner619-850-9583 Cell619-255-3719 FaxFully Licensed & InsuredExpert Witness • Contractor’s Lic #731377January 2013 | 9

2012 SDPOAChristmas PartyMore than 750members andtheir guests attendedthe 32nd annualPOA Christmas Party onSaturday, Dec. 15. Thisyear’s event was held atthe Hilton Bayfront inDowntown San Diego.In addition to celebratingthe association’s100th anniversary, this year’s party was dedicatedto remembrance. A total of 32 officers have losttheir lives since the existence of the SDPD, and theparty included a display of these officers, which wasmade possible by Ed LaValle and Steve Willard ofthe San Diego Police Museum.SDPOA President Brian Marvelobserved a moment of silence inhonor of all fallen officers as wellas the victims and families of theNewtown, Conn. school shooting.The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation wasthe main sponsor of the evening. Attendees weretreated to a cocktail hour sponsored by Bobbitt,Pinckard, and Fields, the Law Offices of DavidB. Dugan, and the Law Office of Michael Conger.Wine served during dinner was sponsored by TheLaw Offices of O’Mara & Padilla. California CasualtyInsurance supported the POA as a Badgeand Shield level sponsor. San Diego MetropolitanCredit Union, Bio Tox Labs, California Bank andTrust, Syrios Wealth Management, and San Diegoand Imperial Counties Labor Council werethe supporting sponsors of the event.The welcome address was delivered by POA PresidentBrian Marvel, and the colors were presentedby Sergeant Shawn Takeuchi, Officer Geoff Decesari,Officer Ivan Sablan, and Detective Izzy Delgadillo,members of the SDPD Honor Guard. SDPOA staffmember Deborah Flores and vocalist Lisa Hankesang the national anthem and the invocation wasdelivered by Chaplain Chuck Price.Volunteers worked the Jerry GriffinAnnual Memorial Food and Toy DriveOne important aspect of the event was the JerryGriffin Annual Memorial Food and Toy Drive, whichcollects toys and food to distribute throughout SanDiego. Special thanks to the volunteers who helpedout.Another exciting part of the evening was the raffle.More than 100 prizes were raffled to members (seewinners on page 14).The party was a success, both as a time of remem-mbranceand celebration. We hope to see you againnext year!10 | The Informant

An empty place setting was includedto honor all of those fallen police officerswho were not present.A display courtesy of the San Diego PoliceMuseum was displayed in the foyer in remembranceof all 32 officers that have been killedin the line of duty during the San Diego PoliceDepartment’s history.January 2013 | 11

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ITEM ............................................................................................... WINNERTwo Guest Passes to San Diego Air and Space Museum . Charles LaraTwo Guest Passes to San Diego Air and Space Museum .....Jenny HallAdmission for Five to The Shout House ..........................Michael Stirk$100 Gift Certificate to The Shout House ...................................Paul Salas$25 Gift Certificate to Brian’s 24 ............................................Dale Flamand$50 Gift Certificate to Rubio’s Catering ............................. Kerry Mensior$25 Gift Certificate to Roppongi ........................................Jon Zimmerman$25 Gift Certificate to Roppongi .......................................Stephen Connely$25 Gift Certificate to Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza ..........Matthew Hone$25 Gift Certificate to Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza .............. Eric PortnoyOne Night Stay at Andaz San Diego ........................................ Mark HantenOne Night Stay at Marriott Marquis & Marina ..........................Lou Johns$10 in Game Play at Dave & Busters .........................................Shawn King$25 Gift Card to La Bastide Bistro .......................................Trevor DurrantTwo Guest Passes to Maritime Museum of San Diego ....... Fred MollerTwo Guest Passes to Maritime Museum of San Diego ........ Troy WhiteBreakfast for Two at Doubletree Mission Valley ........... Debbie BeckerOne Year Membership to Museum of Man ..............................Dan LasherFamily 4-Pack Admission to Chula Vista Nature Center ........ Allie HillAdmission for Two at San Diego Museum of Art .....Chuck De La CruzAdmission for Two at San Diego Museum of Art ............. Andra Brown$25 Gift Certificate to Café Coyote ...............................................Josh OdomTwo Ticket Vouchers to SD Repertory Theatre ............. Gary LawrenceTwo Ticket Vouchers to SD Repertory Theatre ................... Cody SchaafFour-Pack of Miniature Golf at Boomers ..................................... Ed LynchGift Card for Studio Diner ............................................................Barnie Olson$20 Gift Certificate at Dublin Square Irish Pub andGrill .................................................................................................. Scott Santagata$20 Gift Certificate at Dublin Square Irish Pub andGrill ......................................................................................................... Todd Griffin$20 Gift Certificate at Dublin Square Irish Pub andGrill .......................................................................................................... Lori Adams$20 Gift Certificate at Dublin Square Irish Pub andGrill ...........................................................................................Brandon Noodland$25 Gift Certificate at Las Hadas Bar and Grill .......Keelin McCullough$25 Gift Card at Burger Lounge ............................................Dante Romano$25 Gift Card at Burger Lounge .......................................William Sweeney$50 Gift Card for Drew Auto Center ......................................Michael Rojas$50 Gift Card for Drew Auto Center ........................................Suzie SteffenAdmission for Two at San Diego Zoo/Safari Park .......... Mike Burstein16 X 20 Wall Portrait from Bradford RenaissancePortraits .......................................................................................... Dennis Gibson11 X 14 Wall Portrait from Bradford RenaissancePortraits ................................................................................................. Dani ReschOne Night Stay at Manchester Grand Hyatt ...................................Van Pen$25 Gift Certificate for Boat House Restaurant .................. Paul GalanteOne Night Stay at The W San Diego ...................................Marie Whitaker$100 Gift Certificate at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse ..... Patricia Krall14 | The InformantRaffle Prize WinnersITEM ............................................................................................... WINNERChildren’s Photo Session from Rowley Portraits ....................Eric SeiterAdmission for Four at SD Natural History Museum ..........Mark SouliaAdmission for Two at Reuben H. Fleet ScienceCenter ........................................................................................Andrew Korenkov$10 Gift Certificate at On the Border ....................................Travis Hamby$10 Gift Certificate at On the Border .....................................Duane Pettitt$10 Gift Certificate at On the Border .....................................Paul Dyreson$10 Gift Certificate at On the Border ........................................Louis Colon$10 Gift Certificate at On the Border ............................................ Paul TenaAdmission for Two at San Diego Hall of Champions . Michael WeaverAdmission for Two at San Diego Hall of Champions .................Rex Cole$25 Gift Card at Anthony’s Fish Grotto ................................Art SwadenerSix Attraction Passes at Belmont Park ................................Michael Sweet$25 Gift Card for Costco .................................................................Dave GarciaGolf for Four at Mt. Woodson Golf Course ........................Marc StephensGift Certificate to Old Spaghetti Factory .................................. Tyler WolfeGift Certificate to The Fish Market .............................. Brian FreymuellerTwo Vouchers for San Diego Symphony..................................Brian AveraTwo Padres Tickets donated by SDPAF ................................ Natalie HoneTwo Padres Tickets donated by SDPAF ..........................Lloyd SentinellaTwo Padres Tickets donated by SDPAF ....................................Jen GrubbsTwo Padres Tickets donated by SDPAF ..........................ericho SalvadorTwo Padres Tickets donated by SDPAF ..................Shelley ZimmermanTwo Padres Tickets donated by SDPAF ........................................Paul ChoiDinner for Two at Soleil@k ......................................................... 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Roxie VigilEntertainment Book ......................................................................Eddie WallinEntertainment Book ........................................................................Randy MillsEntertainment Book .................................................................Tristan HolmesEntertainment Book .............................................................Berenice HerraraEntertainment Book ................................................................Mike KellingtonEntertainment Book ..........................................................................Val LagudaEntertainment Book ..................................................................David RamirezEntertainment Book ................................................................................ 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SDPOA Discount TicketsPlease note: Ticket prices highlighted in yellow have recently changed.ATTRACTION Age Member Regular Expires LimitsCALIFORNIA ADVENTURE - ADULT (10+)$83.52 $87.00OR- DISNEYLAND 1 DAY CHILD12/31/2013 8/MemberPARK PASS(3-9)$77.76 $81.00per monthCALIFORNIA ADVENTURE& DISNEYLAND 1 DAYHOPPER*CALIFORNIA ADVENTUREAND DISNEYLAND 2 DAYHOPPERElectronic, Credit Card Purchases OnlyADULT (10+)CHILD(3-9)ADULT (10+)CHILD (3-9)$114.38$108.89$180.00$169.20$125.00$119.00$200.00$188.0012/31/201312/31/20138/Memberper month8/Memberper monthCALIFORNIA ADVENTURE & DISNEYLAND ANNUAL PASSES - Please visit Disneyland.com todetermine which annual pass best fits your needs. Credit Cards ONLY!BIG BEAR/SNOW SUMMITKNOTT'S BERRY FARM*LEGOLAND-GET ASECOND DAY FREEElectronic, Credit Car Purchases Only*2 DAY LEGOLANDRESORT HOPPER–LEGOLAND, SEALIFE AQUARIUM& WATERPARKElectronic, Credit Car Purchases Only*MAGIC MOUNTAINElectronic, Credit Card Purchases OnlyA $5.99 Processing fee appliesMEDIEVAL TIMES CASAN DIEGO ZOO/SAFARI PARKSEA WORLD - 1 DAY* UNIVERSAL STUDIOS –3DAYElectronic, Credit Card Purchases OnlyADULT (22+)JR. (13-21)REG. (12+)JR (3-11)$42.00$34.00$33.00$24.00$59.00$49.00$59.99$30.9903/31/201312/31/2013ALL AGES $59.00 $78.00 12/31/2013ALL AGES $68.00 $97.00 12/31/2013GENERAL $34.99 $61.99 09/29/2013ADULT (13+)CHILD (12)ADULT (12+)CHILD (3-11)ADULT (10+)CHILD (3-9)$41.65$31.40$35.50$27.00$63.00$63.00$57.95$37.95$42.00$32.00$78.00$70.00Noexpiration06/30/201306/30/201308/31/201308/31/2013ALL AGES $69.00 $80.00 01/31/20138/MemberPer Month8/Memberper month8/Memberper month8/Memberper month8/Memberper month8/Memberper month8/Memberper month8/Memberper month8/Memberper monthThese tickets must be purchased electronically (at the POA store) using a creditor debit card with a Visa or MasterCard logo.MOVIE THEATERS MEMBER REGULAR EXPIRES LimitsAMC – Restricted $6.75 $12.00 No expirationAMC GOLD - Unrestricted $8.25 $12.00 No expirationREADING $6.75 $11.50 No expirationULTRA STAR $6.25 $11.50 12/31/201512/MemberREGAL / EDWARDS / UNITED$6.75 $12.00 No expiration per monthARTIST – RestrictedREGAL / EDWARDS / UNITED$7.75 $12.00 No expirationARTIST – UnrestrictedYou must show POA membership card to purchase member tickets - NO EXCEPTIONS!Please call the POA store to verify ticket availability.All prices are subject to change without notice.16 | The Informant

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y Dr. Kathy RosePERT Team Leader and Eastern PERT clinicianFrom 2008 through June 2012, San Diego Police DepartmentDispatch recorded an astounding 53% increasein 1145 and 5150 calls for assistance. Callswith a mental health component are rising at approximately10-15% per year, and given that statistic, it behooveslaw enforcement to arm themselves with increasedknowledge about mental illness. PERT clinicians are availableto assist with these calls county-wide but with just 23clinicians currently, there is limited coverage available atany given time.Since its inception, the PERT program has strived to promoteawareness and understanding of the issues of mentalillness and those who live with it daily. Education is the keycomponent to understanding not only the most strategicapproach to interacting with those with mental illness, butalso in determining an appropriate disposition on mentalhealth-related radio calls. To facilitate this goal, PERT providesnumerous training opportunities specifically for lawenforcement, including a POST-certified 8-hour class and a24-hour three day Academy.• PERT Menu Training: This 1-hour course is offeredat various times throughout the year at the RegionalLaw Enforcement Academy. Departments can alsoarrange for on-site offerings at their facilities. Thecourse provides information on the history and goalsof the PERT program, as well as the roles of the officerand clinician. It is the minimum training required toserve as a PERT officer.PERT Perspective• PERT 8-Hr. Training: This POST-certified course isoffered several times per year. It provides an overviewof PERT, major mental health disorders, communityresources, suicide prevention, crisis de-escalation anda NAMI panel presentation. Registration for SDPD isdone through Gloria Schick at the Regional Academy:619-388-7955; all other agencies can register throughthe PERT administrative office at: 619-276-8112.Scheduled dates for 2013 include 2/12/13; 3/19/13;and 5/23/13.• PERT 3-Day Academy: This informative course providesan in-depth look at mental health issues, interventiontechniques, and community resources. Topicsinclude the major mental illnesses, developmental disorders,substance abuse, suicide-by-cop, de-escalationtechniques, mental health laws, patient advocacy, Alzheimer’sdisease, and a resource fair. Registrationis handled through the same phone numbers listedabove for the 8-Hr. Training. Scheduled 2013 datesare as follows: Jan.15-17; April 16-18; June 18-20; &Oct. 15-17.• In addition to these structured courses, quarterlyPERT training days are provided for both officers andclinicians, and cover a variety of mental health topics.Knowledge is empowering; when officers gain more understandingof mental illness, chances increase for a positiveoutcome on such radio calls and the best interests ofclients and their families are served.It’s Tax Season!18 | The InformantJuan R. Gonzales, EA, RTRPSDPD RetiredSpecializing inLaw Enforcement ReturnsAs a 30-year member of the PoliceDepartment, I know what itemsare deductible to help you get alarger tax refund.1206 3rd Ave.Chula Vista, CA 91911(619) 420-5464www.JRGTAX.COM

In this day of Follow Me on Twitter, Like Me on Facebook,and There is an App for That, it’s wonderful toknow some restaurants don’t have a website and stilldo things the old fashioned way, by making really deliciousfood. I adore a small shop that places their focus on qualityingredients. I adore even more a small shop that deploysthe ultimate in kitchen weaponry, not the spices, not thecooking method; The Grandmother.UC-7: An Anonymous EaterHighlighting cop-friendly eateries in the City of San Diego that provide a full meal for under oraround $8.00 using a strict 5 badge rating system.El Sol is located at 2037 University Avenue, (619) 298-0874, they take credit cards and are open 7 days 8am to10pm. Parking is limited to the surrounding street areas.El Sol specializes in “Nayarit” style Mexican cooking, referringto food with roots in the state of Nayarit, Mexico.And yes, I spied a Grandmother in that kitchen stirring upa large saucepan of brilliance. El Sol makes everything toorder and from scratch, so I recommend ordering ahead.I have eaten my share of various unusual Mexican foods,so when I saw the unfamiliar dish of “Carne en su jugo”($7.99) on the menu, I knew I had to try it. This was similarto what we would call a bowl of Chili, only more delicious.The extremely friendly waiter placed before me abowl of tender beef cooked in it’s own juice, with bacon,chorizo, and baked beans. I was…floored by the multiplelayers of flavor in this dish. The Alpha-dog ingredients ofchili spices, beef, bacon, and chorizo, were cooked perfectlyso that no one element overpowered the overall intenseflavor.We were told that El Sol produced an excellent hamburger.I was skeptical about this intel, but Jacob D had faithand ordered the Frogman Burger ($7.99), with cheese,fresh guacamole, mushrooms, and grilled onions. Dearreaders, not only were the ingredients beautifully fresh,but the hamburger patty was wonderfully misshaped, becauseit was handmade made to order. And I don’t knowwhat spices they added, but that meat was savory delicious,and on par, if not better, than “fancy” burgers.El Sol is small, family-run establishment, and is an excellentchoice for the cop who wants a delicious, hearty meal.I am giving it 4 badges.January 2013 | 19

StreetworkDon’t Forget to Breatheby Steve AlbrechtIknow what you’re thinking. “Really, Steve? We’re goingto talk about breathing? I’ve been doing that on a fairlyregular basis since I was practically an infant.” Yes, weare. It’s always a good time to talk about tactical breathing,especially in the field, and especially how and why to do it acertain way, under extreme stress.If you have ever attended Lt. Col. Dave Grossman’s seminar,“The Bulletproof Mind,” you already know he talks a lot aboutthe stress response in first-responders. He talks about theneed to breathe in careful and focused ways, to keep yourhead about you when all around you are losing theirs.In the session I saw last year, which was sponsored by ourown SDPD Wellness Unit, he even gave out a breathing appfor your smartphone. The “Tactical Breather” applicationmodels the approach he suggests: inhale for a count of four(seconds, not minutes), hold your breath for a count of four,exhale for a count of four, hold your breath for a count of four,then start the inhale again. The benefits to this structuredcycle are simple: drop your pulse rate, lower your bloodpressure, and keep the blood in your brain, where it belongs,not in your arms and legs, as happens when we get into thefight-or-flight stage of the stress response.Certain chemical responses during fight-or-flight help yourbody gather energy through rapid hormonal changes, prepareyour muscles for action, and can sharpen your awarenessby shifting your sensory resources. However, thereis harm in these responses too. During fight-or-flight, youmay get tunnel vision, where you don’t see other suspects orthreats around you, or don’t see your partner, or other cops(or K9s) as they approach. You can also get “tunnel hearing”(I just invented that phrase), when you become so caught upin the stress of the moment that you don’t hear other cops,your radio, or suspects’ words.There are some other less-than fun changes to your body thatcan occur under extreme stress, including losing bladder orbowel control, freezing completely (blanking out cognitively,BANKRUPTCYDIVORCEDiscount to Law EnforcementDRO/QDRO $50020 | The InformantRONALD A. HAUSERAttorney at Law(619) 206-3811(619) 741-3961National City ♦ San Diego ♦ La Mesawith no knowledge of what to do, which is why we try to traincops to shoot, fight, and drive under simulated stress), and apersonal one with me during my field days: hands that shookas soon as everything went Code 4 after a particularly hairycall. Too much adrenaline dumping can cause involuntaryreactions you don’t want.So, back to breathing. Slow and steady, purposeful and controlled,mindful and methodical wins the race against stress.Watch pro athletes before they perform. Whether it’s steppinginto the batter’s box, throwing a pitch, taking the snapfrom center, or shooting a free throw, it all starts with a pauseand several deep breaths. When an NBA player, who hasbeen running up and down the court (a high pulse-rate activity)gets fouled, he moves to the free throw line and tries toquiet his heart and mind enough to operate his fine motormuscles and shoot (a low pulse-rate activity).Col. Grossman tells about a cop involved in a firefight witha suspect. As bullets went back and forth, the officer realizedhe needed to slow his breathing and focus on makinga better shot. He pulled out his phone, activated the “TacticalBreather” app and . . . (I’m kidding here). He took a fewvaluable moments to move himself through the inhale, hold,exhale, hold cycle and then popped up from behind his coverand killed the suspect with his next shot. He told the investigatorshe could see clearly and fired with precision after hispause to breathe tactically.The key to any officer safety method is repetition. While it’scertainly true that you breathe on a regular basis throughoutyour day and, amazingly, while you sleep too, it can help tostart breathing with more purpose when things are calm inthe field. Long, slow, deep, controlled, mindful, purposefulbreaths can keep your head in the game. Practice this, a lot,when you are in safe and easy situations, so that when youmove into unsafe situations, it’s already embedded; a lifesavinghabit of respiratory resourcefulness.Bio Note: Steve Albrecht wrote the “Streetwork” officer safetycolumn for The Informant from 1984 to 1999. His police booksinclude Contact & Cover; Streetwork; Surviving Street Patrol;andTactical Perfection for Street Cops. He can be reached atdrsteve@drstevealbrecht.comPro Sound/Music For All OccasionsWeddings • Retirement/Birthday PartiesProfessional DJ/Gear/EngineerIndoor/Outdoor Events • Reasonable RatesPlease Call Or Email For Quote“anything else is just noise”TMAG SOUNDPhone: 619-540-8202 • Fax: 619-589-1900Email: tmagproductions@cox.netLaw Enforcement Owned & Operated

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An Officer and an InventorWhen Officer Scott Spillane joined the Mid City BikeTeam, the first challenge that he faced was paringdown his equipment from a patrol car to a patrolbike. He quickly realized that this involved cutting back onequipment and being creative about how to store and accessequipment while on a patrol bike. After some adjustments,the only remaining piece of equipment that he could notstore was his tactical D cell flashlight (i.e. Streamlight, Pelican,MagLite). These flashlights are multifunctional; it is alight, a weapon and a tool. For the first week, Scott tried storingthe flashlight on his duty belt and in the gear bag on theback of the bike. The flashlight fell off his duty belt with everybump in the road and storing it in the gear bag meant thathe could not access the flashlight while riding. The stealthbenefits of bike patrol cannot be overstated; a bike patrol officerneeds to be able to access their flashlight after makingan approach under the cover of darkness. The alleys in MidCity are notoriously dark and dangerous.After the first week, Scott decided that he would use his daysoff to develop something that would conveniently store hisflashlight on his patrol bike. He started with a piece of plasticpipe that he attached to the front fork of the bicycle withhose clamps. Scott tested the concept on his bicycle at homeand found that it actually worked, and it worked really well.He used it for a few months before another officer suggestedthat he manufacture a prototype of his creation and see ifit would sell. The evolution ofthe HolsterLight had begun.Scott interviewed manufacturersand explored many optionsfor developing this conceptinto a piece of equipmentthat would endure the rigorsof bike patrol. He settled onSan Diego Precision Machiningbecause they were able todevelop a prototype that wasexactly what he needed; it washeavy duty aluminum and builtto last. It was also important toScott that this product be madelocally and in the USA. The biggestchallenge was to create aproduct that would securelystore the flashlight on the bike, but still allow for access whileriding. It was also crucial that the HolsterLight not interferewith the moving parts of the bike. This piece of equipmenthad to be safe, durable and functional. A number of retentionsystems were tested until Scott found one that would accomplishthis purpose and accommodate the most commonmodels of tactical flashlights. He immediately applied for apatent and began production. Continued on page 25...Diamonds Ltd.FINE JEWELERS…a name you can trustSpecializing in:DiamondsGemstonesManufacturingCustom DesignGold & PlatinumAppraisals by GIA graduates(Not pictured: Ed ZwibelSDPD #5475 - Eastern Division)22 | The InformantGold, Jewelry, & Estate BuyersCash paid on the spot!Any quantity, any condition, in strict condence(Bonus paid for larger diamonds)Don’t forget to ask foryour POA discount!619-442-0671 • www.diamondsltd.com2812 Fletcher Parkway • El Cajon, CA 92020In the Vons shopping center at Navaho and Fletcher ParkwayWork done on premises!RepairsRedesignRestorationStone SeingLaser Repair/WeldInside Ring EngravingThe Zwibel family has providedover 30 years of exceptionalservice in San DiegoWith three generations in bothJewelry and Law Enforcement

24 | The InformantSTAR/PAL Scene2013 TRI-N-HARDER-4-KIDS Indoor TriathlonIn Memory of Officer Jeremy HenwoodSaturday, January 12th — Jewish Community Center — First Wave Starts at 8:10 amSTAR/PAL, in partnership with the San Diego Police Department,invites law enforcement officers & civilians to participate in this unique event!• Consists of a 10-minute pool swim, 20-minute cycleto measure their 2013 fitness level.ride (stationary bike), & a 15-minute treadmill run.• Distances for each of the categories are combined todetermine the winners!• Registration limited to the first 48 individual participantsand 6 relay teams.• Great opportunity for beginners to get a taste of thetriathlon experience and more seasoned competitors• No entry fee for this event; however, each participantis encouraged to raise a minimum of $250 (relayteams—$500 minimum).• Dri-fit event t-shirt & great goody bags given to eachparticipant.• Funds benefit STAR/PAL youth programs & the SD-POA Law Enforcement Memorial Fund.We are seeking corporate sponsorships to match our participants’ fundraising efforts. We ask corporate partnersto support our officers & civilians who are willing to go the extra mile for kids!NEW to this year’s competition: Chief’s TRI-N-HARDER-4-KIDS Trophy will be presented to SDPD Division whoserepresentative raises the most funds! Additional trophy will be presented to the law enforcement agency whoserepresentative raises the most funds.We anticipate this event to sell out quickly, so register early & please encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to supportYOU in this worthwhile event!LCLandworks.comTRI-N-HARDER-4-KIDS event information can be found at www.starpal.org.Please fill out the waiver & mail to: STAR/PAL (Attn: Officer Edwin Garrette), 4110 54th St, San Diego, CA 92105.Patrick David CavanaughLandscape Designer / OwnerLandscape Design3-D RenderingsConstruction DocumentsLandscape ConsultingTree Lacing and PruningLeft Coast619.490.3181‘LandworksMention this adfor FREELow voltageLighting Planw/ purchase offull design*$200 value!‘Landscape By Design’Are youREADYTO RETIRE?Whether you plan to play golf, travel the world, or spendmore time with your family, determining your retirementneeds is the first step in defining how the assets you’veworked hard to build, keep working for you.Planning for your retirement can be a daunting task.If you’re nearing retirement, we can work with you toevaluate your needs and develop a sound strategy thatseeks to achieve your goals and provide confidence.Contact our office today for more information or toschedule a consultation. Experienced with direct rolloveroptions for DROP and 401k plans.Christine L. DellacatoRegistered Principal,Branch Manager8356 Allison Avenue, Suite CLa Mesa, CA 91942619.697.8792www.lpl.com/christine.dellacatoMember FINRA/SIPC

In RemembranceEdward J. MooreEnd of Watch:15 January 1933While off duty, Offi cer Moore wasshot to death while checking asuspicious person.Jerry L. HartlessEnd of Watch:31 January 1988While chasing a suspect on foot,rookie Offi cer Jerry Hartless receiveda single gunshot wound to the head.He died 22 days later.An Officer and an InventorContinued from page 22...On July 1, 2012, HolsterLight LLCwent into business, selling the HolsterLight online. As partof the product launch, there are officers field testing theHolsterLight in cities across the USA. There are also localofficers from a variety of agencies that have field tested andreviewed the HolsterLight. The reviews thus far have beenvery positive. Scott packages the HolsterLights at home, usinghis family as his labor pool.For purchases made by local officers, Scott delivers thempersonally and waives the shipping fee. The HolsterLightalso comes with a lifetime replacement guarantee. This hasbeen a labor of love, with an emphasis on labor. To date,Scott has secured a distribution agreement with Bicycle PatrolOutfitters in Los Angeles and an agreement to offer theHolsterLight as an equipment option on the Volcanic PoliceBicycle. He is in his second production run and is hopingto attend the International Police Mountain Bike Associationconference in the spring. All of this has happened in sixshort months. Scott has enjoyed becoming an inventor andsmall business owner. It has been an adventure for his entirefamily, including his SDPD family. For example, all of theHolsterLight website photos and videos were produced bySDPD officers. Scott gratefully acknowledges that he couldnot have accomplished all of this without the support of hisfamily and his fellow officers. To learn more about Scott’sinvention, visit www.holsterlight.com.Emergency Equipment EngineeringThe one-stop cop shopfor all your equipmentand uniform needs.CODE-3Industries, Inc.Serving You Since 1976Emergency Equipment Engineering4304 Twain AvenueSan Diego, CA 92120(619) 280-4300 (800) 854-2183www.code3-eee.comJanuary 2013 | 25

y Rick PinckardIn December 2012, by a nearly unanimousvote, the members of the SanDiego Police Officers’ Associationapproved a very important amendmentto the Association’s By-laws. Ina nutshell, the amendment approvedenrollment for every full member ofthe POA, into the premier criminallegal defense plan. This plan is offeredthrough PORAC’s Legal DefenseFund and now available following thePOA’s recent repatriation back intoPORAC. The Legal Defense Fund, orLDF, is actually an ERISA trust establishedalmost 40-years ago to pay thelegal fees and costs incurred in thedefense of peace officers. Since itsinception, the LDF Trust has growninto the strongest and most solventlegal defense fund of its kind, withmore than $8,000,000 in reserves andover 97,000 participants. The specificLDF plan you will each be enrolled inis referred to as PORAC LDF Plan II.This plan does not replace the protectioncurrently afforded all membersthrough the Offices of Bobbitt,Pinckard & Fields; instead, LDF PlanII supplements that protection in theevent you are criminally prosecutedalong with other officers, for a courseand scope incident.Members may ask why there is a needfor the supplemental protection. The26 | The InformantLegal Defense Fund IIanswer is simple: conflict cases. It isbecoming increasingly more commonfor multiple officers to be involved inincidents where force is used. Theseare the incidents most likely to exposeofficers to criminal prosecution. Ifmore than one officer are criminallycharged and prosecuted, each officermust be defended by different attorneys.This would require the POA tohire multiple law firms to representmultiple officers involved in the sameincident. Prior to the By-laws amendment,the first officer in a criminalcase to request representation wouldbe assigned to Bobbitt, Pinckard &Fields. Each of the officers after thatwould have to represented by separatelaw firms hired by the POA. Needlessto say, this could get very expensive,very quickly.PORAC LDF has established a statewideselect panel of experienced attorneyswho specialize in the defenseof peace officers. In addition, the panelhas a sub-group of attorneys whoare experienced in criminal defense.The attorneys at Bobbitt, Pinckard &Fields are panel attorneys and experiencedin criminal defense. In theevent of conflicts, beneficiaries underLDF Plan II can be easily covered byother experienced panel attorneys,at no additional cost to the officer/member, or to the POA.LDF Plan II provides the followingcoverage: 1) Full representation by anexperienced criminal attorney fromthe outset of the investigation throughthe trial; 2) this benefit is available nomatter what agency does the investigationor prosecution at the local,state or federal levels; 3) experts andconsultants fees are included; and 4)there is no cap on the benefits. Someof the recent criminal cases coveredby LDF have approached or exceeded$1,000,000 in fees and expenses.The total cost for this comprehensivecoverage is $4.50 per member, permonth. At face value this would bea ridiculously low premium, but tomake it even easier for members, thePOA will be picking up half of the costthe premium and half the cost of thePORAC membership dues. The netcost to each member will be $2.65 perpay period.Today, with the instant availability ofvideo capture devices, and the likelihoodof participating in a use of force,the probability of criminal investigationor prosecution increases dramatically.As a beneficiary under LDFPlan II, you can rest assured you willbe fully protected if you are criminallyprosecuted for a course and scope incident.Watch for additional details onhow to activate this critical benefit.2012 Explorer 2012 F150DREW AUTO CENTEROur Goal ... Customers For Lifewww.drewauto.comFleet PricingLarge Service DepartmentState-of-the-Art Collison Repair CenterExtended Warranty & Security ProtectionFor an appointment, call one of your POA representatives:Huge InventoryComplete Parts & Apparel StoreFinance & Lease ProgramsFLEET DEPARTMENT - 619 464-7777Mike Safford x7729, 28 years Jerry Miller x7727, 23 yearsToll Free 888-373-9367 (888 Drew Ford)

On the RoadOfficer Eddie Escamilla and Officer Alex Fernandezof Western Division took their Informant along whilerelaxing with their families in Riviera Maya, Mexico.Sgt. Don Williams and Det. Dan Roman of WesternDivision enjoyed a family vacation on the islandof Maui while drinking Maui beer and reading TheInformant.Richard Bennett took his Informant to EasternEurope. While on a motorcycle tour with his wife,Janice, and a group from Edelweiss Tours, he tookthis photo in Budapest, Hungary.Officer Brian Cornell from Traffic Division and his wifeLesa took their Informant to the Monaco Grand Prix inMonte Carlo. This photo was taken in the stands shortlybefore the Formula 1 race began in May 2012.If you’ve recently taken your copy of The Informant on the road with you, please share your pictures!If your picture is featured, the member who sends in the photo will receive a pair of movie tickets, as well as our appreciation!Active and retired SDPOA members should send submissions to Steph via email at sreed@sdpoa.org.January 2013 | 27

An at-a-glance listing of SDPOA,law enforcement and local eventsJanuaryDates to RememberSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2 3 4 5SDPOA Office ClosedRFPA Board MeetingSD FirefightersCredit Union6 7 8 9 10 11 12Retired SDPDMonthly LunchMeet at 11:00 amGrand Plaza Buffet -1840 Garnet StreetSDPOA Board Meeting8:30 amBoard Room13 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 3128 | The Informant

SDPOA ID CardAwide variety of businesses throughout San Diego show theirsupport for local law enforcement by offering a discount toPOA members. The SDPOA is grateful for the many businessesthat offer special pricing to our members, and we want to makesure you are able to receive your discount without any issues.Thank You!The New Year is a great time to get out your SDPOA ID card andcheck to see when it expires. If you are close to the expiration dateor your card has expired, getting it updated is as easy as making acall to the SDPOA Office. Call 858-573-1199 if you need a new cardissued and we will be sure to get your card to you quickly and easily.You can also give us a call if you have lost your card and need anew one issued.The only way for businesses to know if you are a member in goodstanding is for you to have a valid SDPOA ID card, and they tell theiremployees to strictly adhere to this policy. Make sure you have yourID so there is no confusion when you go to make a purchase or exerciseone of the many member benefits available. Taking the timeto check your card’s expiration date today may save you money inthe future!A list of the businesses that offer member discounts is available onlinein the classified section of the Members Only Forum. Get yourSDPOA ID ready and take advantage of these valuable discounts!The San Diego Army Advisory Council presenteda check for $6,000 to the SDPOAWidows and Orphans Fund. The check wasaccepted by Chief William Lansdowne andSDPOA Special Events Chair Paul Hubka.The money was raised through events puton by the council. Classified Ads and Vacation Rentals Family of late Captain Hugh B. French of SDPD has plot 253F for sale at El Camino Memorial Park’s “Firefi ghters and Police Offi cers MemorialLawn” for $6,500. This plot is part of the parcel of the 46 founding families, located right at the Plaza. The space is Double Depth, confi gured tohold two caskets, as needed. For further information, please contact: Carol French: Phone 619-245-8791 or Email cifrench@escapeholidays.com.North Shore, O’ahu, Hawaii – Sit up in bed each morning and see the blue Pacifi c! There’s a 4 bedroom (K/Q/Q/2 Twin), 3.5 bath Hawaiianhome away from home waiting for your visit! Steps from the ocean, “Ka’a’asa Liona” has a full kitchen, outdoor gas BBQ, sunroom with fullocean view, 52” fl at screen TV, two car garage, A/C, new pillowtop beds, laundry room, linens, beach towels – everything you’ll need to relax &enjoy your well-deserved Hawaiian vacation! Sleeps 8. Rent by the day. Special law enforcement rate! Call Lynne or Jim Tucker, SDPD retiredat 858.967.5257 – Website: www.kaaasaliona.comRosarito Beach, Mexico – just steps from the beach, beautiful ocean view with spectacular sunsets. Gate guarded, located at K38, a world-renownedsurfi ng spot and only 20 miles from the border. Outside fi repit and sundeck, living room, family room both with fi replaces. Two bedrooms,sleeps eight, two bathrooms. Enjoy the clean skies and stars at night, smell the ocean air and listen to the waves. Reasonable rates, come relaxand enjoy! Call Sandy Redding at 619-444-9174.Big Bear Lake – Beautiful two-story mountain cabin. Secluded in pine trees with view. Fireplace, sundeck, stained glass windows, beautifullyfurnished. Sleeps 9 people comfortably. Nearby boating, fi shing, swimming, water skiing, parasailing, jet skiing, wind surfi ng, golfi ng, horsebackriding, hunting, hiking, snow skiing (winter). Or simply just get away and relax. Visit Big Bear’s Zoo, take an exciting ride on the Alpine Slide, orunwind and take a dip in Pan Hot Springs (Big Bear’s own natural hot springs mineral pool). Experience the crisp, clean, pine-scented mountainair and leave your cares behind. Rent for the weekend, week or month. Reasonable rates. Call Sandy Redding 619-444-9174.Coconut Coast in Kapaa, Kauai – One bedroom condo with full kitchen in the Planation Hale, a 160-unit, 9-acre complex run week-to-week vacationrentals (www.plantation.hale.com). Special law enforcement rate (active and retired police, fi refi ghters and friends in San Diego County). To book,call Sue and use “code law,” at 1-800-775-4253. Sleeps 4 adults and 2 children, with daily maid service. Any problems, call Jack Freitas, SDPDretired.Lake Havasu City, Arizona – New vacation home in the heart of Lake Havasu City. The home has three bedrooms and two baths with an additionaldetached guesthouse furnished as a second master suite, making it perfect for two couples plus kids/guests. Amenities include full granite kitchen,in-ground pool and Jacuzzi, fireplace, 50” TV & entertainment center, BBQ, and lots of off-street parking. The home is 5 minutes from all attractionsincluding London Bridge and the lake, golf, desert sports, and shopping! Available by the day or get the week discount. Great law enforcement rates.Call J.K. Hudgins, CIU 619-247-6978, or Chuck Arnold, ICAC 619-890-8527.Lake Tahoe – A great vacation home on the west shore, located in the very quiet and private Rubicon area, just north of Emerald Bay. Comeenjoy the lake with its fi shing, boating, skiing, sightseeing, etc. The home includes beautiful forest views, large outdoor decks, two fi replaces,a two-car garage, 6 nearby ski resorts, and all just one block from your own private beach and pier. The home is a 4/3, newly remodeled andfurnished in a tasteful mountain theme. This house will sleep 10-12 in comfort! Deep discounts for fellow law enforcement offi cers. Availableby the day or week. Call for photos and maps: J.K. Hudgins, CIU 619-247-6978, or Chuck Arnold, ICAC 619-890-8527.Havasu – Vacation rental, 3 bedroom / 2 bath, 1 king and 2 queen beds. Near downtown and the launch ramp. $100/night + $100 non-refundablecleaning deposit. 928-680-7289 home / 928-208-2483 cell. For photos, email kaycaddy@hotmail.com.Idyllwild – Vacation rental cabin, 1 bed, 1 bath, full kitchen, sleeps 4 comfortably, up to 6. $125/night. Contact Mike Dean (SDPD ret.) or Mark Deanat 951-537-7987 for more info.January 2013 | 29

SDPOABoardMinutesNovember 8, 20120830 hoursDIRECTORS PRESENT: Marvel, Jordon,Fender, Levitt, Bostedt (recorder at 1300hours), Lewis, Paxton, Hubka, Pidgeon(arrived at 1100 hours)Directors excused: NoneMEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE:B. Davis, K. McCullogh, R. O’Hanlon, E.Kaszycki, S. Zimmerman, Retired memberJohn MintoOTHERS PRESENT: G. Peed, B. Fields.Terracciano, S. Palka, R. Pinckard, K.Smith (recorder, left at 1300 hours)OPENING OBSERVANCES: PresidentMarvel called the meeting to order at0830 hours and led all present in thePledge of Allegiance. There was a momentof silence for the Offi cers killed inthe line of duty in the past. There were9 offi cers killed in the line of duty Nationwidesince the October board meeting.There were 3 San Diego Policeoffi cer killed in the month of October.Archie Buggs (11/4/1978), ThomasKeays (11/20/1937), Michael Bushman(11/29/1963).NON-AGENDA MEMBER COMMENTS:Bill Davis spoke of his concern regardingthe last retirement meeting he attendedin that the retirement board stated amember has to retire on a pay period andalso after a specifi c day which could costmembers a percentage out of their retirement.Discussion occurred. The board islooking into this issue currently and willreport out once they have more information.Davis requested the board send aletter of concern to the retirement board.MEMBER PRESENTATIONS:• Keelan McCullough requested theboard sponsor the Enforcers Footballteam. McCullough requested$2,500. Discussion occurred. Movedto Charity.• Rick O’Hanlon requested a donationfrom the POA of $1,000.00 for thisyear’s child abuse training. Discussionoccurred. Moved to Charity• Ed Kaszycki asked the POA for a donationfor his participation in the Rockand Roll Marathon ½ marathon. Thismarathon is a fundraiser for Crohnsand Colitas. Moved to Charity.PRESENTATIONS:• Garland Peed donated $5,500.00to the POA’s Widows and OrphansFund. The Board, on behalf of theSDPOA, thanked Mr. Peed with sincereappreciation.30 | The Informant• Chaplain Smith presented severalbids and requested fi nancial assistancewith the purchase of 30 poloshirts as replacements for the agingshirts the Chaplain staff currentlyhas. Moved to Charity.PAC• Fender reported regarding PORACupdates. Fender will be the delegatefor voting on behalf of the POA atPORAC.• SDPOA sponsored the mayoral debate.• Golden Badge Foundation cancelledtheir event and is dissolving theirgroup permanently due to lack ofparticipation and funding.• Discussion occurred on the resultsof the election night.• Retired member Minto addressedthe board on his observations of thePOA Board on this election.PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEECharity:Request for POA to sponsor the following:• Interfaith Committee for Worker Justiceof S.D. County, “Voices for JusticeBreakfast”. Declined.• Love Bridge Prison Jail Ministry AnnualChristmas Banquet. Declined.• Enforcers Football team, $2,500.00sponsorship. M/S Lewis/Jordon-Unanimous- Hubka & Levitt absentfor vote.• Child Abuse Training, $1,000.00sponsorship. Rick O’Hanlon will inturn donate $250 of his own. M/SBostedt/Marvel-Unanimous- Hubka& Levitt absent for vote.• Rock and Roll Marathon ½ marathon,a fundraiser for Crohns disease.M/S Bostedt/Marvel-$500Unanimous• Herb Smith 30 shirts for ChaplainProgram. M/S Levitt/Hubka for upto $1,000. Discussion occurred. Infavor-Levitt, Hubka, Lewis, Jordon,Levitt. Opposed-Bostedt, Marvel,Pidgeon. Fender absent for vote.Bostedt will contact the Wellnessunit and the Chief’s unit to try andget department assistance.b. Informant:• The Member Spotlight will be RickO’Hanlon for the month of January2013. The Unit Highlight will beSouthern Border Crime Suppressionteam.Website: No report.RETIREMENT• Tom Sullivan gave an update regardingvarious issues for SDCERS. Therewill be no 13th check.• The COLA adjustments will be reviewedfor future actions.MEMBER RELATIONS• There were no requests for membersassistance this month.• There was an issue with a memberwho used the hall for a special eventand left trash and messes on thegrounds. The member will be contactedand advised he will be payingdouble cleaning fees for future useof the hall.• A request to use the hall by a forprofit training class with no rental feewas rejected.LABOR/MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE• Chief Zimmerman reported on thelist of PD candidates taking the testis very large.• Zimmerman read a commendationfor Brian Marvel for cost savings tothe SDPD regarding the PD’s 5-YearPlan. Congratulations Brian!• Bostedt informed all bids are in forpurchasing equipment. Hoping receiptof this equipment will be in byJanuary.• Bed bug issue at Northern Division isbelieved to be a work comp issue.• Catastrophic Leave Bank issues regardinghow many hours you haveto have to start a leave is being addressed.LEGAL: No report.SPECIAL EVENTS/SCHOLARSHIP COM-MITTEE• Hubka reports the Thanksgivingmeal event is ready to go.• The Christmas party invitations havebeen sent out and Sycuan has againgraciously donated $10,000 towardthe event.• Hubka discussed inviting deceasedoffi cers’ families.• Hubka discussed a beer tasting eventtentatively scheduled for March 1,2013 to benefi t the memorial fund.BUDGET-FINANCEStatus report• TGG gave an overview of the fi nancialboard report for October. M/S Fender/Bostedtto approve this months’treasurers’ report. Unanimous. 9-0.• M/S Levitt/Jordon to accept theFund Authorization Forms for passthrough accounts within the POA’sgeneral account and the POA’s charityaccount (memorial funds) withone amendment. Unanimous. 9-0.BUSINESS AND GOVERNANCE COM-MITTEEAdministrative:• Marvel reported on a quote from thePOA’s building landscaping companythat included needed upkeep for thePOA grounds. The cost is $2,600.Approved by Direction.• Marvel reported on issues with drainageon the property.• Discussion occurred about the fea-

sibility of selling PD uniforms at thePOA offi ces.By-Laws:• The Board reviewed the suggestedupdates to Policies 3, 4, 5, 9, 10,14, 15, 16, 17, and 18. Section 17will be stricken. M/S Jordon/Levitt toaccept the suggested changes andstrike section 17 and renumber thepolicies to refl ect the stricken policy.Unanimous. 8-0-1. Pidgeon absentfor vote.• The Board reviewed the suggestedupdates to By-Laws for Articles III,IV, V, VI, VIII, X, XIV, XIV. Article IV willbe pulled from this vote so Bostedtcan work on some extended languagewith Pinckard. Article IV willbe addressed at a future meeting.M/S Levitt/Fender to bring thesechanges to the full membership fora membership vote to approve or notapprove these changes. Unanimous.9-0.Minutes:• M/S Fender/Paxton to accept theOctober 2012 Board Meeting Minuteswith 1 correction. Unanimous.9-0.MILESTONE REPORT: No report.LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL COM-MITTEE• Pidgeon discussed a possible fund-raising event for the Police Unity (bicycle)Tour.• San Diego Padres managementspoke with Pidgeon about havingfamilies of survivor’s families attendgames next season.• Scott Crane has a fundraiser scheduledat Oggi’s on Monday November11th benefi tting the police memorial.15% of store proceeds will bedonated to the memorial fund.OLD BUSINESS: None.NEW BUSINESS• Mayor-Elect Filner called in to thePOA to thank us for our support duringthe election. Mayor –Elect Filnerreiterated his commitment to workwith POA and other labor groups toimprove working conditions in thecity.• Marvel reported on a symposium forGovernance Leadership at USD. Discussionoccurred.• Paxton discussed inviting JeremyHenwood’s family to the ChristmasParty.• Fender discussed having manymembers approach him thankinghim for the Boards work in the localpolitical races.• Levitt discussed the fundraiser atOggi’s at Liberty Station.Adjournment 1512 at hours.San Diego Police OfficersAssociation Staff8388 Vickers StreetSan Diego, CA 92111858.573.1199 (Office)858.573.1574 (Fax)www.sdpoa.orgKhristina SmithManagerExecutive AssistantCandice WalshStore ClerkSteph ReedCommunicationsCoordinator/Editor, The InformantDeborah FloresReceptionist/Admin. Asst.January 2013 | 31

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