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Don't forget tonight's union meeting! Jeremy O'Connors position for secretary/treasurer is up for re-election and Meghann Jones president position is open, she will not be seeking another term. A zoom link has been sent out for the meeting. If you have not received it please reach out to a board member.
Read More...January 1st 2024, MN State Legislature changed the amount of time for employees to stay with members of their immediate family. The hours have gone from 160 to 80 (ESST). Sick Leave Benefits for Care of Relatives. Employees may use paid sick leave for absences due to an illness of or injury to a member of their immediate family, as defined in A1ticle 27.
Read More...tomorrow's informational meeting is postponed. 4/25 and 4/26 meetings as of now are still on. tomorrow's informational meeting is postponed.
Read More...The city and the union board have come to a TA. Our first informational meeting will be April 24th at 1500 in the turnout room, April 25th at noon & 1700 in the front training room and April 26th at 1400 in the front training room. You MUST attend a meeting to be able to vote.
Read More...This is a well written article about voluntary and compelled statements. Remember that we are in a time that you may be expected to predict and intercede in all kinds of actions or inactions by others. Make sure that you protect yourselves and calling your BA or stewards before making a statement isn’t just smart it is your right.
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Tennessen and Garrity Warning Used in Misconduct Investigations.pdf
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Download: Leibfried statement.pdf
George Floyd's tragic death has sparked a national debate on police reform lately. Much of the discussion has centered around police unions roles in reform and discipline.
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Download: Union Press Statement 061120.pdf
LELS and the MPPOA releaseses a statement in regard to Deputy Krook being found not guilty for the use of deadly force defending himself and partners while trying to diffuse a situation with a suicidal male.
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Download: Krook trial statement LELS MPPOA 3-19-20.pdf
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Download: Huot Press Statement 11 27 2019.pdf
Please see the attached press statement from the President of the Duluth Police Union regarding the December 28, 2018 ruling by District Court Judge Eric Hylden denying the motion by the City of Duluth to vacate the arbitrator's award in the Adam Huot case.
Download: Huot Press Statement Jan 3 2019..pdf
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District Court's Order and Memorandum (12-28-2018).pdf
When a Critical Incident Occurs: 
1. Secure the scene.
2. Make sure you are safe and not physically injured.
2. Notify your supervisor.
3. Notify a Union Board Member.
4. A Union representative will contact the Legal Defense Fund for you, or you may call them yourself at 855-533-6466.
