C-Notes: December 11, 2024
Executive Director Report
I'm pleased to announce that registration is officially open for the 2025 Executive Training Institute! This year's conference will be held at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, MN, from April 7-10, 2025. The Mayo Civic Center is a great venue in a beautiful city.
ETI brings together over 400 law enforcement leaders from across Minnesota. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with peers and national experts, exchange ideas, and explore innovative solutions to today's most pressing challenges in policing. This conference is your chance to gain actionable insights, expand your professional network, and bring valuable strategies back to your agency.
ETI includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions on critical topics, and an expansive exhibit hall featuring the latest law enforcement technology and services. Whether you are a first-time attendee or a seasoned participant, there will be something for everyone.
Visit mnchiefs.org/events/eti-2025 to learn more and secure your spot today. Be sure to reserve your hotel early.
I look forward to seeing many of you in Rochester this April.
Thank you,
Jeff Potts
Executive Director
Nominate Outstanding Law Enforcement Professionals for MN Wild Recognition
The Axtell Group, in partnership with the Minnesota Wild, is celebrating the incredible contributions of law enforcement professionals during 20 home Wild games this season. This is an opportunity to honor sworn officers who have made notable contributions recently or in the past, including:
- Officer, Deputy, or Trooper of the Year award winners
- Life-saving award recipients
- Individuals with strong community connections
- Those who work quietly behind the scenes to ensure community safety
Each honoree will receive:
- Two tickets to an upcoming home game (based on availability, possibly one or two more)
- Recognition on the big scoreboard during a break in the first-period action
- An opportunity for your agency to highlight the honor on social media
To submit a nomination, email stormewdunn@theaxtellgroup.com with the nominee’s name, rank, contact information, and a brief description of their contributions.
Police Chief Opening - Willmar, MN
The City of Willmar is hiring a Police Chief to lead a dedicated team in a vibrant community.
The Police Chief serves as Department Director, primarily responsible for departmental administration and overseeing the City’s law enforcement activities. Determines and assigns projects, establishes and reviews programs, and prepares and administers departmental budget. Performs patrol duties during a minority of time.
- Location: Willmar, MN
- Salary: $114,483 - $154,274
- Deadline: January 6, 2025
Learn more about the position, the City of Willmar, and apply online at https://www.willmarmn.gov/employment/index.php.
Law Enforcement Night at Feed My Starving Children
You and your department are invited to participate in a meaningful evening of service at Feed My Starving Children on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges has issued a friendly challenge among law enforcement departments to see who can pack the most meals!
This is an opportunity for law enforcement professionals and their families (children 5 and older are welcome) to come together, make a difference, and have some fun while providing nutritious meals for children in need worldwide.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Locations:
- Chanhassen: 18732 Lake Drive East (Sign Up Here)
- Coon Rapids: 401 93rd Ave NW (Sign Up Here)
- Eagan: 990 Lone Oak Rd, Suite 136 (Sign Up Here)
Choose your preferred location and register using the links provided above. If you encounter any issues or have questions, contact Christine Thelen at cthelen@bloomingtonmn.gov.
Small Agency Chiefs: Apply Now for an ETI Scholarship
The Minnesota Chiefs of Police Foundation (MCPF) is proud to support small law enforcement agencies through its ETI Small Agency Scholarship Program, offering 20 scholarships of $1,000 each to help chiefs from agencies with ten or fewer officers attend the 2025 ETI Conference in Rochester, MN, April 7-10, 2025.
These scholarships provide a valuable opportunity for chiefs from small agencies to attend ETI at no cost to their department, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder professional development and training.
Scholarships cover the cost of conference registration and lodging, allowing recipients to participate at no expense to their departments.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a current MCPA Voting Member
- Serve at an agency with ten or fewer officers
Scholarship applications will be reviewed, and recipients will be notified by the end of January 2025. Those selected will receive a $1,000 reimbursement check after attending the conference.
Apply Today
Submit your 2025 ETI Small Agency Scholarship application by January 3, 2025. Contact info@mnchiefs.org if you have any questions.
Nominations Now Open for MCPA Statewide Awards
It's the time of year when MCPA gears up to recognize the exceptional contributions of law enforcement officers and agencies through our Statewide Awards Program. These awards honor those who exemplify excellence, innovation, and commitment to public safety.
We are currently seeking nominations for the following awards:
- Police Officer of the Year
- Distinguished Service Award
- Meritorious Service Award
- Lifesaving Award
- Police Cross Award
- Citizen's Valor Award
Visit mnchiefs.org/statewide-awards to read full descriptions of these award categories.
The deadline to submit a nomination is January 17, 2025. If you have any questions, please email info@mnchiefs.org. Awards will be presented during the ETI Awards Banquet in Rochester on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
2025 Membership Renewal Notices Sent
2025 membership renewal notices have been sent out and should already be in your inbox! Be sure to check your email for the renewal details.
You can also access your renewal information by visiting the Member Compass page of the MCPA website.
If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@mnchiefs.org.
Thank you for your continued commitment to the MCPA!
SAVE THE DATE: Peer Support Training Event
