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I am proud and honored to be your Lodge 93 President. I thank all of our members that share the same vision for the FOP and have faith and trust in your Executive Board and I to serve our members.
In Solidarity,
Larry Lockwood
"The Fraternal Order of Police, protecting our members from the cradle to the grave."
OCSO LABOR SURVEYThe Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Florida State Lodge Labor Council and the Orange County Sheriff's Office will begin contract negotiations in April 2012. The current contract agreement expires on September 30, 2012 and it is the goal of the FOP to have a new three year agreement in place by October 1, 2012.
In anticipation of these talks the FOP wants to identify the priorities of the membership. The survey is being provided to help facilitate the development of the new contract. Each of your comments and suggestions will be reviewed and prioritized based on the number of like responses. The data will then be provided to the research committee who will review the responses received and other resource material. The committee will then develop the contract to be presented by the Florida State Lodge Labor Committee.
Please make concise constructive comments and attach additional pages if necessary. You can access the current contract by going to the OCSO Portal or you can request a copy which I will e-mail to you. Use the contract along with any other pertinent resource materials.
Please return the completed survey by April 23, 2012 to the "FOP Labor Committee" P.O. Box 2085, Orlando, Fl 32802 or you can give it to any FOP Lodge 93 Board member. You can also e-mail the completed survey to FOP93SURVEY@yahoo.com
Thank you for your participation!
POLITICAL SCREENING OF CANDIDATES FOR DISTRICT 7
With our FOP State Lodge Legislative Liaison Lisa Henning will be held on Thursday & Friday 9am, July 12 & 13, 2012 @ OPD Lodge 25; 5505 S. Hansel Ave, Orlando, Florida 32809. Invite Candidates that are seeking an endorsement from the FOP District 7.
*Before your Lodge endorses a Candidate, it must be approved by the FOP District 7 Legislative Committee!
10TH ANNUAL GREATER OVIEDO 5K, MAY 26th, IN HONOR OF MICHAEL CALLIN
Here is the flyer for a 5K run which will be held on May 26 at the First Baptist Church of Oviedo in honor of Michael Callin. The proceeds for this event will go to the Michael Callin Memorial Scholarship Fund which is a 501C3 organization established to provide scholarships to qualified recruits at the Criminal Justice Institute at Valencia College and also to a graduating senior at Oviedo High School, both where Michael graduated.
This 5K race will have a number of law enforcement and fire personnel participating in what is titled" Battle of the Badges." All of the proceeds will go to training other law enforcement officers and Michael continues to serve through the example of service his life displayed. It a win win for the community!
At the event, we will have helicopters from Orange and Seminole Counties for attendees to "get a close up view" and speak with the pilots. The Orange County Sheriff's Office helicopter has Michael's name on the rudder and was dedicated by Craig Floyd (President-National Law Enforcement Memorial) several years ago and is the only one of its kind. As well we will have other displays which includes a "Memorial Law Enforcement Vehicle" honoring the fallen deputies of this area. Michael's duty motorcycle which will display a memorial windshield will also be there for the attendees to review. We will also have a very "special" tribute which honors those who have served or are serving our community as we celebrate this Memorial Day weekend. It will be an incredible event.
Please take the time to briefly visit our website at www.michaelcallin.org
It would be great to have FOP participating in honor of my son. Thanks for your time and hope you can participate. Help me get the word out.
David Callin, OCSO Retired Master Deputy
On behalf of the Michael Callin Memorial Scholarship Fund
P.O. Box 510545
Punta Gorda, FL 33951-0545
(407) 468-7355
www.michaelcallin.org
RECAP OF THE 2012 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Prepared by FOP Legislative Director Lisa Henning
MOBILE FIELD KITCHEN ROUND-UP!This year we are “Back to Basics in BBQ”! Enter and compete in either of two divisions, “Pro” for the Mobile Field Kitchens or “Chuck Wagon” for the back yard BBQ enthusiast. Each team will be given Pork Ribs and Butts. Prizes! Awards! Give-aways! Be creative and show us your stuff! Pro Division teams will draw to make a side item that will be provided and not judged (beans, slaw or garlic bread).
$250 entry fee per team provides the meats and an informative lecture on Base Camp Operations.
Must Register by 4/23/2012. Click here for Registration Form.
WELLS FARGO MORTGAGE INFORMATION FLYERRETIRED MEMBERS DUES - CREDIT CARD PAYMENT LINK
OCSO BARGAINING UNIT LODGE 93 MEMBERSHIP FORMS:
OCSO FOP Lodge 93 Application - Labor & Legal Application - OCSO Payroll Deduction Form
FOP LODGE 93 STATE LODGE STAFF REP'S & ATTORNEY'S BIO'S
Meet OCSO Labor Representative Jeff Williams
UPDATE ON LEGAL PLAN COVERAGE AND DUES INFORMATION:
The FOP is proud to be the new bargaining agent for the Deputies, Corporals and Sergeants of the Orange County Sheriff's Office. Our legal plan provides you with the best possible coverage. There are no limits to the coverage. There is a built in review to make sure that your dues are being spent wisely however NO FOP member has ever been denied coverage for any actions taken in the performance of their duties. Can the PBA say the same?
The election is over, we won. PBA members you are welcome to join the FOP and receive the first rate coverage you deserve. Also the recent e-mail that went out from the PBA stated the FOP dues were significantly more than the PBA. Our dues are $18.04 a pay period, which includes our legal, labor, fraternal and insurance coverage. We also hold monthly dinner meetings where you can come and voice your opinion and have a vote on matters that affect you the most. Remember we are membership driven and you the members control the union not the board.
Make the right choice and join Orange County Sheriff’s Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 93.
Have a great Holiday Season and please be careful.
Larry Lockwood, President FOP Lodge 93
FOP DUES INFORMATION & BENEFITS FOR ACTIVE (SWORN) OCSO MEMBERS
For all active (sworn) FOP members and new members. The dues for FOP members are $18.04 per pay period total.
Included in your dues are all fraternal benefits, our FOP unlimited
legal defense plan, labor (collective bargaining) representation, a $30,000 feloniously killed in the line of duty death
insurance benefit with a $10,000 accidental death and dismemberment
insurance policy, and eligibility in our college scholarship program for your dependents.
Apparently the letter that went out from the FOP State Lodge caused some confusion. I can not use the agency e-mail system until next Tuesday so please pass this on to all active deputies, corporals and sergeants in your e-mail list.
Sorry for the confusion,
Larry Lockwood, President FOP Lodge 93
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RESULTS:
DEPUTY UNIT: FOP WINS!
ELIGIBLE: 1150
FOP: 385
PBA: 188
SHERIFF: 40
CPL & SGT UNIT: FOP WINS!
ELIGIBLE: 279
FOP: 129
PBA: 50
SHERIFF: 22
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOP FLORIDA STATE LODGE LABOR COUNCIL &
ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S FOP LODGE 93 FOR A JOB WELL DONE!
A Word From Our General Counsel, Anthony Livoti Jr.
As many of you are aware, two years ago the FOP was the ONLY union in the state of Florida that initially challenged furloughs. The City of Palm Bay furloughed 28 Officers for two days using the "financial urgency" provision of 447. With the help of our Brothers and Sisters in Maryland, along with some direction from the National FOP, I filed a "first impression" lawsuit to prevent further action by the City and to make the affected Officers whole. After two years, I am happy to say that with the help of George Hachigian, the General Counsel's Chief of Staff, that suit was settled today. The Officers will be credited with the time lost.
While many units are experiencing difficulties in this troubling financial environment, it is important that we maintain a cohesiveness regarding the threats to pensions, wages and bargained for benefits. With the recent successes in Pasco County and Palm Bay, it is clear that these can be used as a beacon to encourage our membership that with a strong union behind them, we can continue to strive for a better working environment.
Fraternally,
Anthony Livoti, Jr.
General Counsel
FLORIDA STATE LODGE JOINS LAWSUIT AGAINST GOVERNOR SCOTT!
Brothers and Sisters,
Since the conclusion of the 2011 Legislative Session, we have continued to work with our labor coalition partners. In a move to halt the implementation of Senate Bill 2100 and stop the confiscation of 3% of our FRS members pay, the Florida State Lodge has joined with the Teachers union and other state workers in filling a law suit/injunction against Governor Scott in Leon County today.
Through attorney Ron Meyer of Meyer and Brooks, working with our FOP General Counsel Tony Livoti, two FOP members are named as plaintiffs in the original law suit. Our members, Lori Goodwin and Adam Teichner of Santa Rosa FOP Lodge 123 stood up for all law enforcement in the Florida Retirement System who are now being forced to submit to a 3% pay cut in order for the state to balance their bloated budget. We will fight against this unconstitutional and unfair tax on our members. Even as news this week comes out that the Florida Retirement System is in even better health than the legislators reported, our FRS members and state workers are forced to shoulder a burden they do not deserve.
To see the law suit follow the link http://www.meyerandbrooks.com/litigation.htm
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 93/State Labor Council Radio Advertisement*FOP Lodge 93 monthly meetings*
are held @ The Elks Lodge,
12 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando, Florida 32803 * Next Lodge 93 meeting
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Unlimited Legal Defense Plan, Up to $40,000 Killed in the Line of Duty death benefit, $10,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Policy, Scholarships, and more!
Dues information
Retiree Insurance Lawsuit Update
5th District Court of Appeal hears Oral Arguments on December 8, 2009
See "Member's Only" section !
Watch Appeal Oral Argument video!
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Decision on Appeal within the next 90 days.
5th District Court of Appeal Ruling
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Support the families of our fallen officers and firefighters!
The "True Hero" line includes 9 special-edition models of custom graphite and fiberglass rods, each of which reflects the unique personality of police and fire professionals throughout the U.S.
Retail price on these rods will range from $300 to $450, but Fetha Styx is offering the "Hero" series at a reduced cost ($150 to $205) to Firefighters and Police Officers only, and will donate $10 from the sale of every rod to non-profit organizations who assist the families of police and fire professionals killed in the line of duty.
Accidental Death, Dismemberment, & Killed in the Line of Duty
insurance benefit increase
for all FOP Active, Retired, and OCSO FOPA Members.
Click here for plan information!
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Lodge 93 congratulates their elected State Executive Board and Committee members!
Kevin Carlucci - Florida State FOP District 7 Director - Executive Board, Budget Committee, Disaster Relief/Critical Incident Committee, Expansion/Public Relations/Regulatory Committee, Grievance Committee
Larry Lockwood - Florida State FOP Conductor - Executive Board, Easter Seals Committee Chairman, National/State Conference Site Committee, FOP District 7 Events Coordinator
Terri Straw - Florida State FOP Chaplain - Executive Board, Florida State Memorial Chairperson, Secretary District 7
Mark Hussey - Florida State FOP Legislative Committee, District 7 Legislative Committee Chairman, Deputy Sheriff's Committee Chairman
