Chicago Police Department Weblog

SPECIAL NOTICE

The Federal Government has mandated that all first responders comply with the National Incident Management System training requirements. These include online courses of ICS 100 and ICS 700 for all sworn police officers regardless of rank. Additional requirements include the ICS 200 for Sergeants, and ICS 300, ICS 400 and ICS 800 for Lieutenants and members in higher ranks. If you have already completed any of these courses, please send your completed certification to the Education and Training Division for entry into your training file. Please send all completed course certificates to the Commanding Officer of In-Service Training Program, Unit 124. Remember to include your name, employee number, PC number and unit number on all correspondence to ensure that you will be properly credited. For additional information, contact the Special Events and Liaison Section at (312) 745-5253.

Celebrate Police Memorial Month--And Get a Treat, Too!

POLICE MEMORIAL MONTH (MAY)

Bleeding Heart Bakery at 1955 W. Belmont is featuring the Police Memorial Cupcake. Bleeding Heart will donate $1.00 to the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation for each cupcake sold this month!!

Please spread the word to all friends and relatives to support the Foundation and get a sweet treat in return!

Call the number or click the link below for more info!

773-327-6934    or     BleedingHeartBakery

LEGENDS Police Organization Needs Your Support

ANNUAL FUNDRAISER:  MAY 23, 2008 FOP HALL  1800-2200 HRS

What is LEGENDS?

Law Enforcement Greeks Educating Nurturing Developing Serving (LEGENDS), is a grass roots organization founded March 2007, stemming from Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLO's).

The aim of LEGENDS is to enhance bonding, mentoring and networking of like minded individuals in Law Enforcement. The organization extends services to distressed communities. Also, LEGENDS educates adolescents and college bound minority students of career opportunity's in Law Enforcement. These efforts are done through emphasizing the importance of completing college, as well as granting annual scholarships to under privileged candidates. (Open the attached PDF file to print a copy of the Scholarship Application). Download legends_scholarship_letter.pdf

All aspects of educating, nurturing, developing and serving while being positive influences are the goals of LEGEND'S members. We are a recognized organization of the Chicago Police Department. Our Bylaw's charge is the ongoing support of the Gold Star Families Foundation, which provides financial relief to families of slain and disabled officers. This is done through our Annual Fundraiser. Generated proceeds are contributed to Gold Star and a portion is donated to the LEGENDS Scholarship Fund.

In 2007, we hosted a Department wide Toy Drive. We collected in excess of 250 items, which far exceeded our goal. These donations benefited the CPD's Chaplains Unit (See Photo).

Please support our effort to enhance the lives of Chicago's children.

Always be a Legend. . . .

Gregory M. Jackson, President

Contact Info:

Sgt. Gregory M. Jackson

Chicago Police Department

Bureau of Investigative Services

Area One Detective Division

Office: 312 747-8382

SPECIAL NOTICE

This years National Peace Officers Memorial Service begins on Tuesday, 13 May 08 thru Friday, 16 May 08. If you are interested in attending this years ceremonies honoring all Fallen Officers contact Preventive Programs, Unit 132 at 5-5823 or Pax 0304 for more information. A packet will be sent that will help officers with hotel, transportation and event participation over the fourday service. Hotel rooms go fast, it is imperative you act soon.

SPORTS EVENT

The Sixth Annual Chicago Battle of the Badges will take place at De La Salle Institute, 3455 S. Wabash Avenue, on 18 Apr. 08. The Chicago Park District best amateur boxers will compete against one another at 1830 hours. Police and Fire combatants will square off at 2000 hours. Admission is only $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Monies raised will go to Police Charities such as the Police Memorial, St. Jude and Police Athletic League. For information or tickets contact P.O. Caridine at (312) 745-5838 ex 84645.

SPECIAL NOTICE

The CPD Chorale is in its full rehearsal schedule. Please feel free to join us. No auditions necessary, but some prior choral experience is preferred. For information call Molly at (773) 484-8509 or Dennis at (773) 294-3427.

SPECIAL EVENT

Register now for the 4th Annual Run to Remember 5K run or walk, benefitting the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, Saturday, 3 May 2008 at Gold Star Park, 0800 hours. Sign up by 15 April to be eligible for the premium technical t-shirt. www.cpdmemorial.org/run

Attention Reservists

All Officers who are military reservists, should request a copy of the Military Deployment Handbook created by the Department Compass Committee, if they have not already done so. The guide booklet provides helpful information and references to mandatory forms that must be completed, both before and after deployment. This handbook can be obtained by contacting the Personnel Division-Administration Section, P.O. Dawn Bowe-Coltri at (312) 745-5300.

Employment Opportunity

The Internal Affairs Division is accepting resumes from Sergeants. These sworn members must be able to work any watch assignment, have an exemplary disciplinary record; a minimum of 5 years continuous service; and have satisfied all indebtedness to the City of Chicago. Please submit a resume including, but not limited to, work history, formal education and/or training, immediate supervisors and units of assignment in the last 5 years, and any other information the member deems relevant. Forward all resumes to the Administrative Section of the Internal Affairs Division. The Administrative Section can be reached at 5-6125 or Pax 0216.

If You are Taking Advantage of the Educational Opportunities Keep This in Mind

Members are reminded that, to be eligible for tuition reimbursement, the school attended must be accredited through the North Central Accrediting Association. In addition, members must be enrolled in a degree program. Questions may be directed to Pax 0350 or Bell 5-5328.

Sports Event

Chicago Storm of the Major Indoor Soccer League Law Enforcement Appreciation Night

March 28, 2008 Sears Centre Hoffman Estates, IL.

Chicago Police vs. Elgin Police @ 4:30pm

Chicago Storm vs. California Cougars @ 7:00pm Tickets $16 Portion of the proceeds will go to support CoACH Care Center. The CoACH (Coordinating Action for Children’s Health) Care Center offers respite and emergency pediatric care to severely disabled children.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS @ www.cpdsoccer.com

P.O. Bob Kellam

Chicago Police Soccer Team

(312)485-0002

www.cpdsoccer.com

Educational Opportunities

Lewis University will be holding two Graduate Information Sessions for CPD members who want to earn their masters degree. The one hour information sessions will be held at the Education & Training Division, 25 Mar., from 1730- 1830 hours. Attend one of these sessions to learn how you can complete a masters degree in as little as two years by attending class one day a week. Day, evening and on-line classes are offered and you can attend at one of the two downtown or two suburban campuses. For information call Prof. John Roberts (retired CPD Captain) 815-836-5342.

Educational Opportunities

Representatives from Calumet College of St. Josephs Public Safety Management Bachelors and Public Safety Administration Masters Programs will be at the Education & Training Division on Thursday, 27 Mar., from 1000-1300 hours & 1500-1700 hours. Both programs are accelerated. Eligible students can attend either an AM or PM session, once a week and complete their degree in 20 to 22 months. Registration is ongoing for the next cohort groups. For information on the Bachelors degree call Dr. Dean Angelo, (773) 721-0202, ext. 298 or via email dangelo@ccsj.edu. For Masters degree call Mary Severa, (773) 721-0202, ext. 295, email msevera@ccsj.edu.