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August 12, 2021 BOD Meeting Agenda Posted

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August 12, 2021 BOD Meeting Agenda

General Session

Call to Order

Guest: DA 4^th Judicial District, Michael Allen and Chief Investigator Bret Poole

Discussion Items:

• June Financial Report
• Extra Duty Contract
• Use of Force Study
• Report Redundancies

Patrol Calendar/TDY

Executive Director Report:

• Investment Transition Update
• Annual Financial Review
• Sheriff’s Election
• CSO Academy

Agenda items for August meeting with the Chiefs

July 1, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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July 1, 2020 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                                

• J. Carson, President
• B. Walsh, Vice President
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• D. Brockman, Secretary
• J. Cowan
• T. Kippel
• J. Matiatos
• V. Thomson
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Excused:

• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• S. Warren
• M. Waldera
• D. Holland

General Session called to order at 11:00am

Board Discussion Items:

• May Financial Report:

• 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
• 2^nd: D. Brockman
• All in favor

Small Donor Account:                                     March 2021                          March 2020

                                                                                 $23,244.00                           $ 23,244.00

Extra Duty Contract: Several concerns were raised pertaining to outsourcing of extra duty contract; to be brought forward at July meeting with the Chiefs.

Executive Director Report:

• Quarterly Membership Report:
  • 15 sworn PPA members either retired or resigned from CSPD during 2^nd quarter 2021; those that retired moved to the PPA retiree member category.
  • civilian membership decreased by five, also due to Department resignations or retirements; those that retired moved to the PPA retiree member category.
• Investment Transition: the transition to the new investment advisor/bank is underway and expected to be in place by end of July.
• Retiree Dues: a member requested complimentary lifetime retiree dues on behalf of another PPA member; a vote did not move forward due to a lack of a motion. Dues remain set at $50 per year as it is for all retirees.

Agenda Items for Meeting with the Chiefs: Extra duty contract; restraint as it pertains to a reportable use of force event; report redundancies.

Meeting adjourned at 12:25pm.

June 3, 2020 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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June 3, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                               

• B. Walsh, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• D. Brockman, Secretary
• T. Kippel
• V. Thomson
• M. Waldera
• S. Warren
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Excused

•  J. Carson, President
•  L. Warnes, Treasurer
•  J. Cowan
•  D. Holland
•  J. Matiatos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

General Session called to order at 11:00am

Board Discussion Items:

• April Financial Report
  • Approval postponed; lack of quorum at beginning of meeting

• Small Donor Account:                                     

April 2021                          April 2020

$23,244.00                           $ 23,244.00

• Chief/Sergeant Meetings: The PPA received request that the Chief resume informal meetings with street level sergeants; to be brought forward at June meeting with the Chiefs.
• PPA Municipal Gym: install date for new flooring to be determined by CSPPA member volunteers; new fans purchased.
• Pipes and Drums: To further support their work on behalf of CSD sworn and retired employees, the Board agreed to offer building space to Pipes and Drums for practices and meetings.
• Meeting with Mayor Suthers: PPA representatives met with Mayor Suthers on May 27^th, discussion included recent salary increase; staffing needs; and projections for 2022.

Executive Director Report:

In preparation to transition to a new investment firm, the Board passed the following resolutions:

• • The Board of Directors resolves that CSPPA corporate checks must be signed by two authorized persons, to include either the Board Vice President or Treasurer, and the Executive Director.
• 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
• 2^nd: P. Malchow
• All in favor
  • The Board of Directors authorizes the Executive Director to transfer up to $10,000 at the end of each quarter from the Operating account to the General Fund Invested account. Any amount above $10,000 to be approved by the Board of Directors.
• 1^st: B. Walsh
• 2^nd: M. Waldera
• All in favor

A subcommittee of the Board will meet with new investment advisor to develop a PPA investment policy and goals.

PPA 2021 Christmas Gala: the Board voted to move forward with the Christmas Gala, to be held at the Antler’s Hotel on December 18^th.

• 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
• 2^nd: D. Brockman
• All in favor

Rocky Mountain Vibes: Board requested ED explore holding a children’s event at a 2021 Rocky Mountain Vibes game.

Agenda Items for Meeting with the Chiefs: Corporals serving as acting sergeants; recruitment strategies; pay for stand-by court appearance; hire-backs; mandatory overtime; ability to use vacation time, and safety concerns.

Meeting adjourned at 12:35pm.

June 3, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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June 3, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda

Call to Order    11:00am

Guest Attendees:    4^th Judicial District Attorney Michael Allen and Chief Investigator Bret Poole

Discussion Items:

• April Financial Report
• Chief/Sergeant Meetings
• PPA Municipal Gym F/U
• Pipes and Drums Support

Executive Director Report:

• Investment/Bank Meeting Update
• Community Survey
• Christmas Gala
• Rocky Mountain Vibes
• Medal of Valor Dinner

Agenda Items for June Meeting with the Chiefs

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April 1, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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April 1, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                               

• J. Carson, President
• B. Walsh, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• D. Brockman, Secretary
• J. Matiatos
• V. Thomson
• M. Waldera
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Excused

• J. Cowan
• T. Kippel
• S. Warren
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• D. Holland

 General Session called to order at 11:00am

Member Comments:  None brought forward

Board Discussion Items:

• February Financial Report
  • 1^st: B. Walsh
  • 2^nd: V. Thomson
  • All in favor

Small Donor Account:                                     January 2021                      January 2021

                                                                                    $23,244.00                           $ 23,244.00

• Chiefs’ Town Hall Meetings: Three town hall meetings have been completed; discussions included improvements to the range at PPCC, review of Department; goals; budget, programs, etc.
• Building Maintenance: Board of Directors and staff to convene a building work day on Saturday, May 15^th to do annual clean-up/maintenance.
• Executive Director Report:
  • Membership Update: Sworn numbers decreased by 18 members and civilians by 4, reflecting Department retirements and resignations.
  • Municipal Gym: remainder of new flooring purchased and awaiting installation; vendor to check equipment for repair needs.
  • Proposed new by-law:

As of January 1, 2021, sworn and civilian persons who have been members of the CSPPA in good standing for a minimum of five consecutive years, and who have separated from CSPD in good standing after a minimum five consecutive years of employment, are eligible for a limited retiree membership.  Limited membership shall include free notary service and access to the CSPPA maintained Federal Firearms License (FFL).

• • 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
  • 2^nd: J. Matiatos
  • All in favor

• Investment RFP: Board appointed subcommittee to meet with Investment Advisor candidates on April 6^th.
• CSPPA Scholarships: Given COVID restrictions, the Board will meet with scholarship recipients via Zoom, rather than hosting a luncheon,

Meeting adjourned at 12:45pm.

May 13, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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May 13, 2021 Board Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                                

• J. Carson, President
• B. Walsh, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• T. Kippel
• J. Matiatos
• V. Thomson
• M. Waldera
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Excused

• D. Brockman, Secretary
• J. Cowan
• D. Holland
• S. Warren

General Session called to order at 11:05am

Board Discussion Items:

• March Financial Report
  • 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
  • 2^nd: L. Warnes
  • All in favor

Small Donor Account:                                     March 2021                          March 2020

                                                                                         $23,244.00                 $ 23,244.00

• Gun Sale: CSPPA-facilitated gun sale nearing completion: approximately 60 weapons sold to CSPD sworn and civilian employees.
• Miscellaneous:
  • Board member brought forward concerns regarding CSPD Use of Force Study, specifically the soon-to-be rolled out public survey component. Questions to be addressed with Department by S. Dillon and information to be relayed to board.
  • Status of Department’s budget for leased vehicles brought into question. Dillon to follow up.
  • Board discussed making building available to Pipes and Drums for meetings and practices. To be considered at June board meeting.
• Executive Director Report:
  • 2021 Christmas Gala: Antler’s Hotel anticipates being able to move forward with events. Awaiting further information.
  • Summer Party: Discussed holding an outdoor summer event in lieu of Christmas gala; is under consideration.
  • Investment RFP: The board voted to move investment accounts to a different firm in part due to current investment advisor not submitting an application during the RFP process. Details to be released at a later date.
  • Municipal Gym: New flooring is in and awaiting installation.  Commercial floor fans ordered; equipment repairs on-going.

Meeting adjourned at 12:30pm.

May 13, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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May 13, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda

Call to order 11:00am

Discussion Items:

• Financial Report
• Gun Sale

Executive Director Report:

• Christmas Gala Update
• Summer Event
• Municipal Gym
• Investment Meeting
• Building Maintenance

Agenda items for June 16th meeting with the Chiefs

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March 4, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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March 4, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present                                                

• B. Walsh, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• D. Brockman, Secretary
• J. Matiatos
• V. Thomson
• M. Waldera
• S. Warren

Excused

• J. Carson, President
• J. Cowan
• T. Kippel
• D. Holland
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

General Session called to order at 10:50am

Member Comments:  None brought forward

Board Discussion Items:

• Interviews conducted with two City Council candidates; endorsements not issued.
• Consideration of endorsement for City Council candidate previously interviewed; endorsement not issued.
• Interview with City Council Member Wayne Williams regarding ballot Issue 1; board voted to endorse Issue 1 and to contribute $1000 to campaign; information regarding Issue 1 to be distributed to PPA membership.
  • 1^st: L. Warnes
  • 2^nd: V. Thomson
  • All in favor

January Financial Report

• 1^st: P. Malchow
• 2^nd: L. Warnes
• All in favor

      Small Donor Account:                                     January 2021                      January 2020                                                                                                                                 $23,244.00                           $ 23,244.00

• Parking for off-duty court appearances: off-duty officers currently must pre-pay to park at City garage as there is no attendant on-duty and passes cannot be validated.  To be brought forward at March meeting with the Chiefs.
• Items for Chiefs Agenda: Lease vs. purchase of vehicles; Chief’s Town Hall meetings; 2022 budget; mid-year pay increase; sick time sellback; city garage parking.

• Executive Director Report:
  • FFL application enabling PPA to transfer NFA weapons to be submitted; if approved, will become effective July 1, 2021.
  • Bylaw regarding Retiree membership eligibility in PPA: board discussed changing bylaw to allow PPA members who leave CSPD in good standing after 5 years of service to remain on as members. New bylaw to be brought forward at April Board meeting for review.
  • Investment RFP: Four investment firms invited to respond to RFP; one disqualified; one did not submit; two to move forward for consideration. Board appointed subcommittee to review proposals and make recommendations.
  • CSPPA Scholarships: Eighteen applications received for 13 available scholarships; to be adjudicated by independent party to assist in City determination of winners.
  • Colorado Switchbacks: Switchbacks to offer discounted season tickets/individual game tickets for CSPPA members; a portion will be donated back to the Fallen Officer Relief Fund by the Switchbacks organization. Information to be distributed to membership.

Meeting adjourned at 1:06pm.

April 1, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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April 1, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda

Call to order 11:00am

Discussion Items:

• Financial Report
• Chief’s Town Hall Meeting
• Gun Sale
• Building Maintenance

Executive Director Report:

• Membership Update
• Municipal Gym
• Proposed new by-law
• Investment Meeting
• FFL Expansion
• State Legislation
• CSPPA Scholarships

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March 4, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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March 4, 2021 Board Meeting Agenda

General Session – 10:50am

Call to Order

• City Council Candidate Interviews
• January Financial Report
• Parking at County garage

Executive Director Report

• FFL update
• Bylaw Revision request
• Investment RFP update
• CSPPA Scholarships

February 4, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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February 4, 2021 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present: 

• J. Carson, President
•  B. Walsh, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
•  L. Warnes, Treasurer
• T. Kippel
• J. Mattiatos
• V. Thomson
• M. Waldera
• S. Warren
• D. Holland
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• J. Newsome, Attorney
• R. Keller, Officer Manager

Excused:

• D. Brockman, Secretary
• J. Cowan

General Session called to order at 11:00am

Member Comments:  None brought forward.

Guest: David Noblitt, Candidate for City Council District 2

• Mr. Noblitt, CSFD firefighter and former president of IAFF Local 5, met with the Board to request both an endorsement and financial backing in his bid for City Council’s District 2 seat. With a platform based on accountability, public safety, and responsible growth, Mr. Noblitt is running against three candidates including incumbent David Geislinger. The Board indicated it would take his request under consideration at its March 4th meeting.

Board Discussion Items:

PPA FFL:

The board approved an expenditure of $500 permitting the PPA to expand its FFL to include NFA weapons. The board also agreed to expand use of the current FFL to other local area law enforcement officers on a fee basis, creating a secondary revenue stream.

• 1st: L. Warnes
• 2nd: D. Holland
• All in favor

Bylaw Revision:

The board voted to amend Article II, Section 4 of the bylaws to include the words “or civilian” as indicated below.

“The retiree members of the Association shall consist of persons who have been members of the CSPPA in good standing for 10 years and are retired from sworn OR CIVILIAN service with CSPD.”

• 1st: B. Walsh
• 2nd: P. Malchow
• All in favor

Executive Director Report:

•  Investment RFP: RFP sent to four investment firms on January 29th via email. Responses are due on or before March 1st by 4pm. One candidate did not meet the requirements and thus was disqualified.
• CSPD Badges: the PPA will begin taking orders for a second round of CSPD sesquicentennial badges, as well as the Department’s centennial badge (previously issued in 2001) on February 22nd, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Fallen Officer Relief Fund.
• CSPPA Scholarships: scholarship applications are due no later than March 1st at 4pm. ACT and SAT scores must be included only if required by a candidate’s post-secondary program.
• Academy: CSPPA staff met with sworn recruits on January 29th. Thus far, 27 of 32 have joined the PPA.

  Meeting adjourned at 12:37pm

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Call to Order

Guest Attendees

Member Comments

Discussion Items

• PPA FFL
• FFL Expansion
• Retiree membership bylaw
• Investment RFP
• Representation on Committees
• CSPD Badges
• State Legislation
• CSPPA Scholarships
• Academy

December 3, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes Posted

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December 3, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                              

• J. Carson, President
• T. Rekar, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• T. Kippel
• B. Walsh
• S. Warren
• D. Holland

Excused

• J. Cowan
• P. Farmer
• T. Toth
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director

General Session called to order at 11:00am

Member Comments:

Sergeant J. Newton indicated that there will be no further dialogue between CSPD and the Colorado College student group that he met with via Facebook on 10/21/2020.

Board Discussion Items:

October and November Financial Reports

• 1^st:   D. Holland
• 2^nd: P. Malchow
• All in Favor

Small Donor Account:           November 2020                 November 2019

                                                         $23,244.00                           $ 23,244.00

Use of Force Committee: committee to reconvene in January to continue discussion of physical force/blue team.  PPA board raised concern that officers may be reluctant to take necessary action as there is little room for discretionary interpretation of “appropriate force” due to SB20-217 and revised department policy. PPA rep to bring concern forward at January committee meeting.

City-funded Childcare: Given the impact COVID has had on finding adequate childcare, especially for on call and overnight units, a request for city-funded childcare was brought forward. PPA to follow up with Chiefs to determine whether there is any COVID money available from the State.  Additionally, Sergeant Newton will inquire about childcare as a recruitment tool.

Executive Director Report:

• SB 20-217 Insurance Update: Insurance representatives do not anticipate any new information to become available until early 2021.
• Annual Membership Meeting and give-away: Annual membership meeting to be held via Zoom on Monday, December 14^th at 6pm. Give-away items donated by PPA retiree member Jen Browne and board members.
• January Onsite Meeting: scheduled for Friday, January 15^th from 8am – 6pm.
• COVID Vaccine: member question as to whether vaccine could become mandated by Department. CSPPA attorney opinion is that it can only be mandated if there is a State or Federal law requiring it.

Meeting adjourned at 11:40am.

December 3, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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December 3, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda

Call to Order

Member Comments

Discussion Items:

• Approval of October and November Financial Reports
• Use of Force Committee Update
• City-funded Childcare
• Agenda items for January onsite meeting with the Chiefs
• Executive Director report
  • SB 20-217 Insurance Update
  • Annual Membership Meeting
  • January Onsite Meeting
  • Rule of 80

November 5, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes Posted

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November 5, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                                    

• J. Carson, President
• T. Rekar, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• R. Williamson, Secretary
• J. Cowan
• T. Kippel
• B. Walsh
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Excused:

• P. Farmer
• D. Holland
• T. Toth
• S. Warren

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• J. Newsome, Attorney

General Session called to order at 11:00am

Board Discussion Items:

September Financial Report

• 1^st: L. Warnes
• 2^nd: B. Walsh
• All in Favor

Small Donor Account:                $23,244.00                      

• Use of Force Committee: deferred due to board member absence.
• Use of Force RFP Committee: deferred due to board member absence.
• City-funded Childcare: deferred due to board member absence.
• Agenda Items for November Meeting with Chiefs: None brought forward.

Executive Director Report:

• SB20-217 Insurance: The PPA, Chief Niski, and insurance representatives met on  October 14^th to discuss potential insurance plans in response to SB20-217.  Waiting on insurance representatives to report back as to whether 100 percent of membership will be required to buy-in to policy or if there will be an opt-out choice.
• 3^rd Quarter Membership Report: Year-to-date, sworn membership has increased by 19; Civilians increased by 6; and 19 sworn moved into the Retiree category.
• Sesquicentennial Badges: The CSPPA completed the sesquicentennial badge sale on behalf of the department, taking orders for over 3000 items. The PPA issued payment to the vendor and is awaiting receipt of the order.
• Investment Firm RFP: In keeping with best practices, we will be issuing an RFP for an investment firm after the start of the new year.
• LETAC, the Law Enforcement Transparency and Advisory Commission now meets online every other Monday evening. We will monitor as feasible.
• Annual Membership Meeting: In the absence of the Christmas gala, the 2020 annual membership meeting will be held online via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, with giveaways to be distributed using a random system.

Meeting adjourned at 11:44am

November 5, 2020 BOD Agenda

General Session

Call to Order

Discussion Items:

• Approval of September Financial Reports
• Use of Force Committee Update
• Use of Force RFP Committee Update
• City-funded Childcare
• Agenda items for Nov. meeting with the Chiefs
• Executive Director report Dillon
  • SB 20-217 Insurance Update
  • Sesquicentennial Badge Wrap-up
  • Investment Accounts
  • Search and Seizure Committee
  • January Meeting Date
  • LETAC

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October 1, 2020 BOD Meeting Minutes Posted

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October 1, 2020 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                                     

• J. Carson, President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• R. Williamson, Secretary
• J. Cowan
• P. Farmer
• T. Kippel
• B. Walsh
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Excused

• T. Rekar, Vice President
• T. Toth
• S. Warren
• D. Holland

General Session called to order at 11:06am

Board Discussion Items:

August Financial Report

• 1^st: L. Warnes
• 2^nd: P. Malchow
• All in Favor

Small Donor Account:

•  August 2020                     August 2019
• $23,244.00                           $ 24,244.00

• Municipal Gym Update: 1200 square feet of rubber matting purchased and in the gym awaiting install by PPA members who volunteered to assist with flooring.  Superfluous equipment will be removed as well, and the board will then reassess the need for further improvements.
• Preservation of Life Medal: As reported by the PPA’s Awards Committee representative, the Preservation of Life Medal will not be moving forward as the criteria to receive this medal are covered under the Medal of Valor.
• Report on September Meeting with the Chiefs: Discussion reflected in the September 23^rd Chiefs’ meeting minutes.
• Agenda Items for October Meeting with the Chiefs: to be determined
• Executive Director Report:
  • SB20-217 Insurance: The PPA, Chief Niski, and insurance representatives will be meeting on October 14^th to discuss potential insurance plans in response to SB20-217.
  • CSPPA Community Outreach: Over 200 signs in support of CSPD have been sold, and another 100 signs have been ordered.  All proceeds benefit the CSPPA Fallen Officer Relief Fund.
  • Magnum: An email notice went out to members with information on how to access the new PPA Magnum benefit. Several members have already taken advantage of the discounts offered.
  • Sesquicentennial Badges: In partnership with the Department, the CSPPA is coordinating the badge sale, with a portion of each sale benefiting the Fallen Officer Relief Fund.
  • LETAC, the Law Enforcement Transparency and Advisory Commission will commence meetings on October 5^th.

Meeting adjourned at 12:20pm

October 1, 2020 BOD Meeting Agenda

Call to Order – 11:oo

• Municipal Gym Update
• Preservation of Life Medal
• Report on September meeting with the Chiefs
• Agenda items for Sept. meeting with the Chiefs
• Executive Director report
  • SB 20-217 Insurance Update
  • Community Outreach
  • Gleneagle Sertoma Golf Tournament Wrap-up
  • Sesquicentennial Badge Update
  • LETAC

October 1, 2020 BOD Meeting Agenda

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September 3, 2020 BOD Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:

• J. Carson, President
• T. Rekar, Vice President
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• R. Williamson, Secretary
• J. Cowan
• T. Kippel
• T. Toth
• B. Walsh
• S. Warren
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Excused:

• D. Holland
• P. Farmer

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Executive Session called to order at 10:30am

Annual Financial Review

• 2019 financial review presented by Mitch Downs of accounting firm Osborne, Parsons & Rosacker, LLP. As reported by OPR, the PPA continues to manage and record all financial transactions in alignment with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and successfully implemented improvements recommended in the prior year’s review.  The board voted to approve submission of the 2019 Form 990.
• 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
• 2^nd: T. Toth
• All in Favor

 General Session called to order at 11:00am

• Guests: DA-Elect Michael Allen and Chief Investigator Bret Poole: Allen thanked the Board for its support and indicated that when he assumes office as District Attorney, Mr. Poole will remain on as Chief Investigator. Discussion included county court policies requiring officers to complete traffic school and community service for on-duty traffic accidents; the Brady List; public release of BWC video; and use of grand juries. Mr. Allen proposed meeting quarterly with the Board, which will commence after he is sworn in.

Board Discussion Items:

• July Financial Report
  • 1^st: B. Walsh
  • 2^nd: P. Malchow
  • All in Favor

Small Donor Account:                $23,244.00                          

• Donation Request: A request was made by PPA board member Tracy Toth to help fund Operation Morale, an endeavor undertaken by Officer Toth with support from the Pikes Peak Region Law Enforcement Family Support Group (LEFS). The request died for lack of a motion as the PPA provides LEFS with an annual standing contribution in support of their good works, as well as to avoid bias towards board member requests.
• Member Benefits: The board discussed the economic impact of continuing to  reimburse members’ athletic and educational fees.  As designed, it is a non-sustainable benefit, and thus the board undertook a vote to reallocate remaining funds in this line item to other member benefits, including but not limited to, improvement of the PPA gym.
  • 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
  • 2^nd: J. Cowan
  • 6 in favor/2 opposed

Motion passed

• Preservation of Life Medal: Discussion deferred due to board member being called out of meeting.
• Report on August Meeting with the Chiefs: Discussion reflected in the August 28^th Chiefs’ meeting minutes.
• Executive Director Report:
  • CSPPA Community Outreach: Subsequent to the PPA billboards coming down, and as the next phase of community outreach, lawn signs in support of CSPD officers are available for a donation of $10.  All proceeds will go to the Fallen Officer Relief Fund.
  • Magnum: An email notice went out to members with information on how to access the new PPA Magnum benefit. Several members have already taken advantage of the discounts offered.
  • Gleneagle Sertoma Club Golf Tournament: The tournament will proceed as planned for September 21^st, with accommodations to adhere to social distancing.  PPA lawn signs will be available for purchase by tournament participants.
  • Retirement Badges: The benefits page on the CSPPA website will be amended to accurately reflect bylaw stipulations on eligibility to receive a PPA retirement badge.

Meeting adjourned at 1:00pm

September 3, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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September 3, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda

Call to Order

Executive Session: Independent Financial Review

General Session

• Guest: DA-Elect Michael Allen
• July Financial Report
• Member Benefits
• Municipal Gym
• Agenda items for meeting with the Chiefs
• Executive Director Report

August 6, 2020 BOD Meeting Agenda Posted

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August 6, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda

Call to Order

Guest: DA -Elect Michael Allen

Discussion Items:

• June Financial Report
• City Budget
• Magnum Shooting Range
• Municipal Gym
• Agenda items for meeting with the Chiefs
• Executive Director Report

July 2, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                                   

• J. Carson, President
• P. Farmer
• T. Kippel
• W. Walsh
• S. Warren
• D. Holland
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Excused:

• J. Cowan
• P. Malchow, Sgt. at Arms
• T. Rekar, Vice President
• T. Toth
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• R. Williamson, Secretary

 Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Meeting called to order at 11:00am

Board Discussion Items:

• May Financial Report
  • 1^st: B. Walsh
  • 2^nd: S. Carbonara-Ramos
  • All in Favor

Small Donor Account:

• May 2020                              May 2019
• $23,244.00                           $ 24,244.00

Law Enforcement Liability Insurance: PPA representatives met with local insurance agency to develop law enforcement liability insurance consistent with provisions of Senate Bill 20-217.

LE Transparency and Accountability Commission: City Council received more than 800 applicants for the 11-member Commission. Council to continue discussing scope of board’s work and member qualifications at its July meeting.

Municipal Gym Update: Postponed until August meeting.

Executive Director Report:

• Children’s Christmas Party: Board voted to cancel the 2020 Children’s Christmas Party due to Covid 19.
  • 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
  • 2^nd: B. Walsh
  • All in Favor
• CSPPA Billboard: Billboard to run on Powers Blvd. south of Platte throughout July.
• Membership and Legal: Review of 2^nd quarter 2020 membership figures and legal case status; does not include any identifiable member information.

Meeting adjourned at 12:20

July 2, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes Posted

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June 4, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes Posted

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June 4, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes

Board Members Present:                                                    

• J. Carson, President
• T. Rekar, Vice President
• R. Williamson, Secretary
• P. Malchow, Sgt-at-Arms
• L. Warnes, Treasurer
• J. Cowan
• P. Farmer
• T. Kippel
• T. Toth
• W. Walsh
• D. Holland
• S. Carbonara-Ramos

Excused

• S. Warren

Staff Members Present:

• S. Dillon, Executive Director
• R. Keller, Office Manager
• J. Newsome, Attorney

Meeting called to order at 11:06am

Board Discussion Items:

April Financial Report

• 1^st: B. Walsh
• 2^nd: P. Malchow
• All in Favor

• Small Donor Account:
  • April 2020                            April 2019                                                  
  • $23,244.00                           $ 24,244.00
• City Budget Update: No update available as of the date of this meeting
• City Protests: Removed from agenda
• Executive Director Report:
  • Legislative Update given on Senate Bill 20-217
  • Christmas Gala: the Board voted to cancel the 2020 Christmas Gala due to Covid 19. Deposits for both the facility and DJ have been applied to the 2021 event.
• 1^st: S. Carbonara-Ramos
•  2^nd: P. Farmer
•  All in Favor
  • CSPPA Gym: the Board voted to make improvements to the CSPPA gym located in the basement of the Municipal Courthouse to address flooring and other equipment as able.
• 1^st: L. Warnes
• 2^nd: T. Kippel
• 7 in favor; 2 opposed; 1 abstaining
  • Media Outreach: the Board agreed to move forward with a short-term billboard outreach program.

Meeting adjourned at 12:30

July 2, 2020 Board Meeting Agenda Posted

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July 2, 2020 BOD Meeting Agenda

General Session: CLOSED MEETING DUE TO SOCIAL DISTANCING

Call to order

Discussion Items:

• Approval of May financials
• Law Enforcement Liability Insurance
• LE Accountability Commission
• Municipal Gym Update
• Agenda items for July meeting with the Chiefs
• Executive Director report

May 2020 Letter From Board President Jim Carson

The Board of Directors of the Colorado Springs Police Protective Association vigorously opposes any decrease in pay and/or benefits for CSPD sworn and essential personnel due to revenue shortfalls driven by COVID-19.

While the City of Colorado Springs must maintain a balanced budget in accordance with the City Charter, a reduction in compensation of law enforcement officers and other essential personnel is an unacceptable solution for numerous reasons.  Chief among them:

You have continued to protect and serve the citizens of Colorado Springs throughout the COVID-19 pandemic at great risk to the well-being of yourself and your families.

You have already been impacted by COVID-19 through reductions in training; travel; educational assistance; uniform and protective gear replacement; and extra duty and overtime assignments.

After several years of a significant lag in compensation compared to other Front Range agencies, CSPD is currently reflective of the market average.

There is no definitive plan to bring compensation back to market average.

A reduction in compensation will affect sick time and vacation buyout for those approaching retirement and will have a negative impact on pension calculations.

When it became apparent that the City was going to have to make hard decisions regarding revisions to the 2020 budget, several members of the Executive Committee met with Chief Niski to discuss likely scenarios.  The Chief has continued to be very forthright with the Board of Directors, sharing what information he can.  He is aware that the Board stands in opposition to cuts in compensation, yet we have clearly indicated our willingness to work together to find a more amenable solution.

In the interim, there is reason to believe that the $37 million transferred to the City from the $125 million El Paso County received via the Cares Act, will mitigate much of this concern.  We also anticipate meeting with Mayor Suthers as well as City Council members in the coming weeks when April sales tax data is released.

We will keep you up to date as new information becomes available.

Jim Carson,

President, CSPPA Board of Directors