AZCOPS NEWS SERVICE

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In This Issue:
Probation Officers' Retirement Saved
AZCOPS Backed Winners on Election Night
AZCOPS Perseverance Awards
CLASA President Named 'Hero Cop'
AZCOPS Quick Links
Probation officers' retirement saved
 
Seven probation officers won the right to remain in the CORP retirement system after a hearing Sept. 8th before the Judicial Branch Local Board. This was a huge victory for the officers because they were able to remain eligible for a 20-year retirement rather than being forced into the ASRS system and its much longer 80-point retirement.
 
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Friends of AZCOPS elected Nov. 4  
Giffords Endorsement
US Representative Gabrielle Giffords (above) was one of many AZCOPS-backed candidates returned to office by voters on Election Day.
 
 
 

NEWS BULLETIN

November 21, 2008
Dear Members: 

AZCOPS is pleased to invite you to take a look at our newly designed website. Not only does the site have a new look, but it's also packed full of news and information that will be updated frequently as a service to our members and local affiliates.
 
The site, www.azcops.org, was designed with members in mind. From news about AZCOPS and its affiliated groups, to Legal, Labor and Political news that impacts all of us, the website promises to be a valuable resource as our organization continues to grow.
 
To help AZCOPS better serve you, we are improving our communications program. Starting with the announcement this week of our new website, we also launch our regular News Bulletin. Subscribers to AZCOPS News Service will receive the Bulletin via e-mail on Wednesdays. The e-newsletter will alert readers to new information posted to our website and will feature new stories of interest to members and their families. You can subscribe to the Bulletin from our home page at www.azcops.org.
 
As always, we welcome your input. Tell us what you think of the new website and send us your ideas for stories, photos, etc. Send us your suggestions for other topics or items that you would like to see on the site. 
 
This is an exciting time to be a member of AZCOPS. Stay connected and involved with your union as we grow and continue to make Arizona a better place for working officers.  
 
Stay Safe,
 
Larry Lopez, AZCOPS President  
Presidents of Nogales POA, Marana POA receive AZCOPS Perseverance Awards
Nogales Award
Nogales POA President Oscar Rosas received the AZCOPS Perseverance Award after a lengthy political struggle with the City. The award was presented by AZCOPS President Larry Lopez (right) at the annual AZCOPS Convention.
 
Marana POA President Bill Derfus (not pictured) received the Perseverance Award after a long fight with the City regarding the conduct of an Assistant Chief.
 
 
 
AZCOPS Badge Magazine names CLASA President 'Hero Cop'
 
Parade Magazine recently named Sgt. Keith Benjamin, president of the Chandler Lieutenants and Sergeants Association, a Hero Cop because of his efforts to make the dream of a dying boy come true.
Read the story in Parade Magazine