PPOA Proud to Support MLK Day Celebration
January 9: PPOA was proud to attend and sponsor the “MLK Day Celebration” virtual program hosted by the LA County Federation of Labor last weekend. The County Fed is comprised of more than 300 unions and labor organizations, representing more than 800,000 members.
Meeting to Discuss Duties at Patrol Station
January 11: A teleconference was hosted on Monday for representatives from PPOA and the Sheriff's Department to discuss Sergeant duties at a patrol station. Participants from PPOA included President Tab Rhodes and Executive Director Wayne Quint Jr.
Meet and Confer re: Sergeant Promotional Exam Process
January 11: PPOA representatives participated in a continuation of the 'meet and confer' teleconference from last week to discuss the upcoming Sergeant Promotional Examination process. Participants included President Rhodes, Board Member Jim Schallert, Executive Director Quint, PPOA Attorney Jim Cunningham as well as LASD executives and staff from Testing Development and Sworn Exams. The exam was originally scheduled for January 23, 2021 but was rescheduled to March 20, 2021 due to COVID-19.
Meet and Confer re: Community College Bureau
January 12: PPOA representatives took part in a continuation of last week's 'meet and confer' teleconference with LASD executives to discuss Community College Bureau schedule changes for Security Officers and Sergeants due to contract updates pertaining to the recent reduction of services at CCB campuses. Meeting participants from PPOA included President Rhodes, Executive Board Member Coleman, Board Member Blankenship, Board Member Jimenez, Executive Director Quint, Sr. Labor Rep. Venise Wallace, and Labor Rep. Teresa O'Neil.
PPOA Board of Directors Meeting
January 13: The monthly PPOA Board of Directors meeting took place on Wednesday. Directors participating included: Tab Rhodes, Jim Blankenship, Tony Coleman, Henry Jimenez, Robert Maus, Joyce Kato, Carlos Marquez, Chris Lee, Tony Romo, John Satterfield, Jim Schallert and Ryan Vienna. Collectively, the PPOA board brings approximately 300 years of county experience to the table. 
COVID-19 Conference With PPOA Legal Team
January 14: PPOA hosted its weekly legal meeting on Thursday in order for President Rhodes, Executive Director Quint, Sr. Labor Rep. Venise Wallace, Labor Rep. Teresa O'Neil, Intake Representative Kevin Thompson and PPOA attorneys to address and analyze COVID-19 issues impacting PPOA members.
LASD Sergeant/Lieutenant Promotional Grievance Update
January 14: PPOA Attorney Jim Cunningham hosted a teleconference on Thursday to update 98 recently-promoted Sergeants and 29 recently-promoted Lieutenants regarding ongoing administrative and legal efforts to ensure they receive proper compensation and back pay. Click here for more details.
Meeting to Discuss COVID-19 Protocols
January 14: PPOA met with LASD executives and representatives from Employee Relations, Training Bureau, and Pay and Leave to discuss a letter that PPOA sent to the Department last month addressing concerns with the LASD's adherence to COVID-19 protocols. Participants from PPOA included President Rhodes, Executive Director Quint and PPOA Attorney Jim Cunningham.
Meet and Confer re: Community College Bureau
January 14: PPOA representatives took part in a continuation of Tuesday's teleconference with LASD executives to discuss Community College Bureau schedule changes for Security Officers and Sergeants due to contract updates pertaining to the recent reduction of services at CCB campuses. Meeting participants from PPOA included President Rhodes, Executive Board Member Coleman, Board Member Blankenship, Board Member Jimenez, Executive Director Quint and Senior Labor Rep. Wallace.
California Peace Officers' Memorial Foundation Meeting
January 14: President Rhodes, who serves as a California Peace Officers Memorial Foundation (CPOMF) board member, and Executive Director Quint, who serves as executive director for CPOMF, participated in the monthly CPOMF board of directors meeting on Thursday.

For more information about CPOMF, visit CAMemorial.org

Widow of Slain LASD Sergeant Speaks Out Against LA County DA
January 14: On Thursday, PPOA emailed an article link to members regarding Tania Owen, widow of slain LASD Sergeant Steve Owen, and her quest to pursue the strictest sentence possible for the accused murderer. But in November, voters elected George Gascón to lead the LA County District Attorney's Office. He objects to capital punishment and has announced sweeping reforms for sentencing policies. Owen's attorney said the DA will also move to dismiss all enhancements, strike allegations and special circumstances that lengthen sentences at the upcoming hearing on February 22nd. Click here to read the article.
Discussion with LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn
January 15: The five elected members of the LA County Board of Supervisors serve as the executive and legislative heads of the largest and most complex county government in the nation. They wield tremendous influence — especially when it comes to the careers and livelihood of PPOA members. Yesterday, President Rhodes had a teleconference with Supervisor Janice Hahn to address issues impacting PPOA members. This series of regularly-scheduled meetings with the Supervisors helps PPOA safeguard the rights and interests of our membership.
COVID-19 Vaccine for Military Veteran Frontline Essential Workers
Important information:
WHAT: COVID-19 Vaccine for Frontline Essential Workers
WHO: Police Officers who are Veterans and *eligible for VA Healthcare* (other classification may apply)
HOW: Call 310-268-4900 to schedule an appointment to receive the vaccine. Please let the agent know the caller is a Veteran and a Front line essential worker (police officer). The agent will schedule the appointment and give confirmation of location, date, and time.
PLEASE NOTE: Upon arrival, the Veteran should show their identification (ID) from work. Veteran will need to be registered for VA Healthcare prior to receiving the vaccine.

The links below provide facts about the vaccine:

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