C-Notes: August 28, 2024
Executive Director Report
Earlier this week, MCPA staff sent out an email intended for CLEOs. The email outlined some of the CLEO-specific features in our MCPA member portal. Below are the details outlined.
The Member Compass section under Resources has elements on the left side panel that are only available to you as the CLEO:
- Company. This section includes the basic information about your agency. You can go there to edit out the profile by adding your agency's website, logo, social media accounts, etc. This agency information provided will show in Member Directories and searches.
- People. This section shows you everyone with a login associated with your agency. It includes both MCPA members and non-members who might access our website to register for trainings, purchase permits, etc. As the CLEO, you can edit the information for anyone affiliated with your agency, remove them, or give them management access like you have to these management functions.
Please note that giving someone management access does NOT make them an MCPA member, so you can have an Executive Assistant or other non-sworn staff member manage your people and bills on the MCPA website. - Account History. This section shows all the financial transactions for everyone in your agency. Non-CLEOs can only see their own transactions, but you can see everything.
Where do you want your invoices sent?
The new system defaults to sending all invoices to the CLEO via email; however, you can assign a Billing Contact to receive them instead. The Billing Contact can be someone in your finance office if you'd like.
MCPA staff needs to set up the Billing Contact for you, so please fill out this form to give us the contact information, if you'd like to do this.
We hope you find using the new website a significant improvement over the old one. If you have any questions or feedback, please email staff at info@mnchiefs.org.
Thank you,
Jeff Potts
Executive Director
Office of Civil Rights Data Request
Please be on the lookout in the next couple weeks for a letter from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (MDHS) asking for your assistance to respond to a data request received from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
The request is tied to a complaint filed by the NAACP with OCR regarding the disproportionate representation of African American children in the child welfare/child protection system. OCR is asking us to provide information about the role of local law enforcement in the child protection process.
MDHS is asking you to respond to a series of questions with data specific to your law enforcement agency by Friday, October 11, 2024. MDHS has created a OCR Data Request Webpage containing more background information and an FAQ section for law enforcement agencies.
MDHS plans to follow up this letter with an email reiterating the request and will host technical assistance webinars on September 10 and 12 to answer questions about the request.
MCPA Member Portal and Website Resources
Resources for creating and managing your new account can be found at mnchiefs.org/news/novi-ams-member-resources. If you have any questions, please contact info@mnchiefs.org at any time.
We are confident MCPA's upgraded website and portal will be a valuable resource for our members and web visitors.
Criminal Justice Mental Health Summit
The 2024 Criminal Justice Mental Health Summit brings together law enforcement, medical providers, prosecutors, social workers, and other criminal justice professionals to collaborate and learn in an innovative environment. The goal within any of these professions is to engage, protect, and inform.
Monday, September 16th | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 17th | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 18th | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Who Should Attend?
Law Enforcement Officers, Prosecutors, Medical Providers, Social Workers and other Criminal Justice Professionals
Session Type:
In-Person Conference
Duration:
2.5 Days
Learn more at https://letacusa.com/events/cjmhs24/.
City of Sheldon, IA Hiring Police Chief
The thriving and family friendly community of Sheldon, IA (population 5,512) is seeking a Chief of Police. This Senior Management position leads the activities of the police department. Iowa Code requires a minimum of three years’ experience in a public law enforcement agency and two years of comparable experience or educational training. This person must have strong communication, public relation skills, and the ability to show and demonstrate effective leadership capabilities. The City offers an attractive salary and benefit package. Salary range is $90,000 - $101,000 based on qualifications and years of experience.
Learn more and apply at https://sheldoniowa.gov/news/hiring-notice-chief-of-police or contact Jeff Cayler (info below). Application materials requested include: a cover letter, resume, salary history, and at least three work-related references. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled with the first review of applications on September 6, 2024.
Send application materials to:
Jeff Cayler
Cayler Consulting, LLC
jeff.cayler@gmail.com
(712) 830-3794
Important Information Regarding Public Safety Vest-Reimbursement Program Rules
In the 2023 legislative session, the legislature significantly expanded eligibility for the Department of Public Safety’s vest reimbursement program. Previously, only peace officers and heads of state and local law enforcement agencies were eligible to participate. The legislature has expanded the program and increased program funding to now include firefighters, emergency medical service providers, and the heads of the agencies and entities that employ them.
The Department of Public Safety has published in the State Register a Notice of Intent to Adopt Rules Without a Hearing on our proposed rules for soft body armor reimbursement. We have identified you as likely to be affected by the proposed rules; accordingly, we are attaching the following documents:
- The Notice of Intent to Adopt Rules Without a Hearing, as published in the State Register
- The proposed rule
- The Statement of Need and Reasonableness
You can also find all three documents on our rulemaking web page.
Please note: If you want to comment on the rules, you must comment by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. To comment, you must use the OAH eComments website. You can learn more about the rules by reading the Notice.
If you have any questions about the rule or the rulemaking procedures, please email dps.rulemaking@state.mn.us.
Black Police Officer Association Anniversary Dinner
NBPA-MN is thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for a momentous occasion - the 10th Anniversary Dinner of the Black Police Officer Association of Minnesota! This special evening promises to be a celebration of our past achievements, the strength of our present community, and the promising future ahead for black police officers in our state.
Your membership and dedication have been instrumental in shaping our association into what it is today. This dinner is not only a celebration but also a fantastic opportunity for us to come together, share our experiences, learn from each other's journeys, and strengthen our network of support and collaboration.
Join them as they reflect on the milestones we've achieved, celebrate the diversity and resilience within our ranks, and look forward to the bright future ahead. We can inspire each other, build lasting connections, and reaffirm our commitment to serving our communities with pride and excellence.
Program Details:
Keynote Address by former Commissioner John Harrington: We are honored to have John Harrington deliver an insightful keynote address. His perspective and experience will undoubtedly inspire us all as he educates us on the history of black law enforcement officers in Minnesota.
Presentation by President Brad Chin and Department Liaison CJ Howse: Brad Chin and CJ Howse will present findings from our association's research study. The study aims to quantify demographic disparities among police officers in Minnesota, particularly addressing the underrepresentation of Black officers.
Presentation by Chief Alice White: Chief Alice White will share her insights and strategies on recruitment within our African American community. Her presentation will be informative and beneficial for all attendees.
Question and Answer Hour with Past NBPA-MN Presidents / Insights from Leadership: We will end the night with a question-and-answer hour with NBPA-MN past presidents Kellum, Hines, & Kirkland.
Event Details:
- Date: September 7th, 2024
- Time: 4pm – 8pm
- Venue: The Wilder Foundation (451 Lexington Pkwy – Saint Paul, MN)
- Dress Code: Formal Attire
Tickets: $50 single ticket - $300 for a table of 6
Secure your place at this memorable event by purchasing your tickets at www.nbpamn.org, ensuring you get first access to tickets as they are limited. We are opening the event to the public in a week, so don't miss out! Thank you for your continued dedication and support. Let's make this anniversary dinner a night to remember!
Minnesota Wild Law Enforcement Appreciation Night
Help support the brave individuals in uniform who protect The State of Hockey. Law Enforcement Appreciation Night is on December 3, 2024 as the Wild take on the Canucks. This ticket pack offer includes a Minnesota Wild Law Enforcement branded t-shirt. Additionally, a portion of ticket pack proceeds will go the law enforcement community.
Learn more and get tickets at https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/LEA-41203VAN?ref=CE.