Attention PPOA Members: Ballots are Out, Please Vote!
Per the PPOA Bylaws, ballots were mailed on October 21, 2021, and are due back by November 18, 2021. For those of you in Unit 612 (LASD SGT/LT) and Unit 621 (SSA/SSO classifications), you should have received a ballot for selecting your choice for Director(s) to represent your bargaining unit on the PPOA Board. ALL members should have received a two-part ballot related to Bylaws Amendments. As reflected in the accompanying documentation, it’s been eight years since we’ve had our bylaws reviewed. To ensure we conduct our business in accordance to the California Corporations Code and after a thorough review with our legal counsel, the Board of Directors has developed the proposed changes to comply with current law as well as revisions, which will benefit our association greatly.
 
Please take the time to assist your union in the election process by voting. The PPOA Board unanimously recommends a “Yes” vote on all of the proposed bylaws changes.
PPOA Welcomes New Sergeants
November 8: PPOA Executive Director Wayne Quint Jr. was proud to meet with 25 new members at Sergeant Supervisory School on Monday. This was the third of three classes from the 90+ recently-promoted Sergeants who all attended orientation in September.
COVID-19 Legal Meeting
November 9: On Tuesday, PPOA hosted its weekly meeting in order for President Tab Rhodes, Executive Director Quint, Senior Labor Rep. Venise Wallace, Labor Rep. Teresa O'Neil, Intake Rep. Kevin Thompson and PPOA attorneys to address COVID-19 issues impacting PPOA members. These meetings help PPOA representatives stay current on all aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic and related negotiations with the County. This dedication of PPOA resources supplements the efforts of the Coalition of County Unions (CCU) to negotiate reasonable terms as well as mitigate impacts on PPOA membership.
Members Gather for Annual PPOA Retiree Luncheon
November 9: PPOA board and staff were honored to host our 17th Annual Retiree Luncheon on Tuesday. Board Member/Retiree Representative Jim Schallert and former PPOA President Art Reddy co-hosted the well-attended event and were particularly pleased to offer special acknowledgement for the military veterans among the retired PPOA members in attendance. Thank you all for joining us for a memorable afternoon!

PPOA Board of Directors Meeting
November 10: The monthly PPOA Board of Directors meeting took place on Wednesday. Directors present included: President Tab Rhodes, Vice President Jim Blankenship, Secretary Tony Coleman and Directors Joel Barnett, Nancy Escobedo, Henry Jimenez, Joyce Kato, Chris Lee, Jose Rios, Tony Romo and Jim Schallert. Collectively, the PPOA board brings approximately 300 years of county experience to the table. 
Veteran's Day:
Thankful for the Service and Sacrifice of America's Heroes
November 11: PPOA is forever grateful for our nation's military veterans, including countless PPOA members who proudly served in the armed forces. The retired members in the accompanying photo collage were among those acknowledged at PPOA's Annual Retiree Luncheon earlier this week and are but a few of our many brothers and sisters who have made sacrifices for their fellow Americans. We offer a heartfelt "THANK YOU" to all of you!
Sergeant Candidates for Lieutenant Promotion
November 12: PPOA sent an email to PPOA members who are LASD sergeants to remind them of the approaching deadline to file an appeal regarding the "Rating from Record" portion of the recent lieutenant's exam.
Unit 612 Contract Negotiations Survey
November 12: PPOA emailed a contract negotiations survey to all members in Unit 612 yesterday. Preparing for negotiations requires the participation of members and now is the time to provide direct input. If you are a member of Unit 612 (LADA/LASD sergeants and lieutenants), please complete your survey as soon as possible.
An Exciting Event for an Excellent Cause:
Thank you for supporting the
California Peace Officers' Memorial Foundation
Fraternal Order of Police
PPOA is a longtime member of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), the world's largest organization of law enforcement officers, with more than 364,000 members in more than 2,100 lodges nationwide. All active PPOA members are part of California FOP Lodge 1, which represents public safety organizations throughout LA County and operates under the capable leadership of former PPOA President Roger Mayberry. 

Please make it a point to check out the Washington Watch — a weekly update provided by the National FOP. We encourage PPOA members to stay up to date on the legislative news and activity impacting public safety personnel nationwide. 

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