On the Job with PORAC

In this episode of On the Job with PORAC, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Steve Latham, Chair of the PORAC Insurance and Benefits Trust (IBT), and Damon Kurtz, IBT Recruitment & Retention Manager, for a comprehensive conversation about one of the most impactful benefits available to PORAC members. The discussion explores how IBT delivers health, disability, and life insurance programs designed specifically for peace officers and their families. Unlike traditional insurance companies, IBT is member-governed and nonprofit; meaning the decisions affecting benefits, rates, and coverage are made by active peace officers who understand the profession firsthand. The episode highlights the real-world value of IBT’s PPO health plan, its mission for portability across all 50 states, the long-term protection offered through its disability coverage, and the common-sense approach trustees apply when reviewing claims and appeals. A major focus of the conversation is IBT’s continued expansion, including its ability to serve members nationwide while maintaining rate stability and high-quality benefits. The episode reinforces a simple but powerful message: these benefits are built by cops, for cops. They exist to protect members when they need it most. Connect and Learn More PORAC Insurance & Benefits Trust https://ibtofporac.org/ Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel

In this episode of On the Job with PORAC, Brian Marvel sits down with Mark Nichols, Executive Director, and Juan Viramontes, President, of the California Peace Officers Memorial Foundation (CPOMF) for a powerful and forward-looking conversation centered on the expansion of the California Peace Officers Memorial. The discussion highlights why the Memorial must grow to meet the needs of the future, creating permanent space for fallen officers’ names, improving accessibility for surviving families, and ensuring the Memorial remains a place of dignity, reflection, and remembrance for generations to come. Mark and Juan share how the Memorial serves as a critical point of healing for families and why thoughtful design and permanence matter deeply to survivors. The central focus of the episode is the Memorial expansion project, a transformative investment that goes beyond construction. The conversation outlines the vision behind the expansion, the symbolism built into its design, the urgency of fundraising efforts, and how PORAC members, associations, and supporters can play a direct role in bringing this historic project to life. This episode reinforces that honoring the fallen is not a moment in time, but a lasting responsibility, and that the Memorial expansion is essential to preserving that legacy. Connect and Learn More California Peace Officers Memorial Fund https://camemorial.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capeaceofficersmemorial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAPeaceOfficersMemorial Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/

For California peace officers, retirement planning extends far beyond pensions. Access to affordable, stable health care after retirement remains one of the most significant concerns facing law enforcement professionals and their families. The PORAC Retiree Medical Trust (RMT) was created to address that challenge, providing long-term retiree health care solutions designed specifically for public safety professionals. As medical costs rise and traditional retiree benefits continue to shift, RMT plays a critical role in ensuring officers can retire with confidence and security. This episode focuses on a deep dive into how RMT works, why early planning matters, and how PORAC members can better prepare for a healthy and financially stable retirement. Connect and Learn More https://poracrmt.org/ Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: / btherriault

The 2025 legislative year was one of the most dynamic in recent memory — marked by shifting political winds, high-profile public safety debates, and major legislative fights with direct consequences for California’s peace officers. PORAC successfully advanced key bills strengthening training, education, wellness, due process, and workers’ rights, while pushing back against proposals that undermine officer safety or impose unrealistic operational burdens. At the same time, major challenges — particularly SB 627, the “No Secret Police Act” — highlighted how quickly the narrative around law enforcement can shift, and how essential PORAC’s advocacy is at the Capitol. Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: / btherriault

In this episode, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Manny Alvarez, Executive Director of POST, to unpack California Penal Code 830 – the foundation that defines who qualifies as a peace officer in the state of California. Together, they explore how PC 830 has evolved into a patchwork of statutes over the years, why it may be time to modernize and streamline its structure, and what thoughtful reform could mean for officer clarity, accountability, and consistency statewide. The conversation also touches on POST’s ongoing work to maintain high professional standards, ensure accountability, and support officers through training, certification, and public trust initiatives. Whether you’re a seasoned officer, new recruit, or simply interested in understanding how peace officer authority is defined and applied across California, this episode provides clear, essential insights straight from POST’s leadership. Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: / btherriault

In the latest episode of On the Job with PORAC, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault set the record straight on Senate Bill 627 — a deeply flawed new law that eliminates crucial legal protections for local peace officers. Brian and Ben break down the misinformation surrounding the bill, explain why it is both unconstitutional and dangerous to public safety, and discuss how PORAC led the statewide fight against it. They also share how PORAC is continuing that fight by working with the legislature on a cleanup bill next session to correct the issues created by this rushed and confusing new law. Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: / btherriault

In the latest episode of the On the Job With PORAC podcast, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault are joined by PORAC-endorsed CalPERS Board candidates Jose Luis Pacheco and Dom Bei. The conversation highlights their vision for ensuring California’s pension system delivers on its core promise: securing stable retirements for the fund's 2.3 million members. They discuss fiduciary responsibility, the importance of prioritizing returns over ESJ or values-based investing, and the need for long-term strategies that adapt to global and budgetary challenges. Pacheco and Bei also emphasize strengthening accountability on the CalPERS Board, stabilizing leadership turnover, creating strong performance incentives for investment staff, and increasing member engagement to ensure every voice is heard. Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: / btherriault Resources Dom Bei https://www.beiforcalpers.com/ Jose Luis Pacheco https://www.pachecoforcalpers.com/

In today’s ever-evolving political landscape, protecting the rights, benefits, and well-being of law enforcement professionals requires more than just strong representation—it demands strategic, proactive advocacy. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the legislative priorities shaping the future of California’s law enforcement community. PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault are joined by Randy Perry, PORAC’s longtime lobbyist and principal at Perry Strategies, to break down PORAC’s new policy platform. Together, they explore the most pressing issues facing peace officers today—from recruitment and retention challenges to mental health resources, workers’ compensation reform, and public safety funding. With over two decades of experience navigating California’s complex legislative environment, Randy offers invaluable insight into how PORAC builds bipartisan support, protects member interests, and drives meaningful policy change in Sacramento. Stay informed, stay engaged—because when it comes to shaping the future of law enforcement, your voice matters. Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: / btherriault #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety #financialsafety #fraudprevention

In today's world, protecting those who protect and serve extends beyond physical safety—it also encompasses financial security. In this episode, we address a growing threat that's affecting law enforcement officers and their families: financial scams. President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Jill Alves, Vice President of Account Management at CAHP Credit Union, to discuss how these sophisticated schemes are specifically targeting our law enforcement community. From credit union impersonation scams to cryptocurrency crimes and "pig butchering" schemes, fraudsters have defrauded Californians of millions of dollars—and they're not done yet. CAHP Credit Union—an organization exclusively serving California peace officers and their families—has been on the front lines of this battle, implementing comprehensive protective measures and providing crucial resources to help members recognize warning signs and respond quickly when targeted. Knowledge is our best defense against these financial predators. Transcript - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pHDJs1qx6dlCUlGsueMJhdRANLiDUCcgEmFxUvufvOg/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources https://dfpi.ca.gov/consumers/crypto/crypto-scam-tracker/ https://cahpcu.org/Financial-Education #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety #financialsafety #fraudprevention

In this episode, we shine a light on POREF – the Peace Officers Relief and Education Foundation – which has been serving our law enforcement family for decades. President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Oakland POA Board Member Ryan Goodfellow and PORAC Executive Committee Member Mike Pruger to discuss recent POREF events and how the organization has impacted their own PORAC chapters. This foundation isn't just another nonprofit; it's our way of taking care of our own through memorial services, financial relief when officers and families hit hard times, and scholarships that invest in our children's futures. If any members are interested in volunteering with POREF or learning more about how to get involved with the foundation's work, please contact your PORAC regional representatives on the Scholarship Committee or the PORAC office directly. This National Police Week, let's remember that honoring the badge means standing by every family that sacrifices for it. Transcript - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zCIiT3tnzv_HE8XNbGsYGXbHkcn0DwbB3_eN3WqVdSQ/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources ● POREF Open: https://porac.org/events/poref-open/ ● POREF Website: www.porac.org/programs-services/poref/ ● Scholarship Application: www.porac.org/programs-services/poref/scholarship-application/ ● National Police Week Information: www.policeweek.org ● California Peace Officers' Memorial Ceremony: www.camemorial.org ●POREF Donation Page: www.porac.org/programs-services/poref/donate/ #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety #policeweek #peaceofficersmemorial

Mental health challenges have been long overlooked in law enforcement. Despite increased awareness and resources, we continue to see alarming suicide rates among officers nationwide. Recent research suggests there may be a critical missing link – the connection between repetitive head trauma and mental health conditions. In our latest "On the Job with PORAC" podcast episode, we explore this vital topic with Stephanie Samuels, Founder of CopLine and a psychotherapist specializing in law enforcement mental health. For anyone in need of immediate support, the CopLine Hotline (1-800-267-5463) is available 24/7 and is the only hotline addressing the connection between head trauma and officer mental health. Transcript - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vgDyfgg7bxAHuLreV98CVx-AaE3CfpSEWqVQyFa9n5U/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More CopLine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/copline__/ X: https://x.com/COPLINE__ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/copline-inc-/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/copline/ Website: https://www.copline.org/ Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources Concussion Legacy Foundation First Responder Resource: https://concussionfoundation.org/helpline/emergency_responders/ CopLine Hotline: 1-800-267-5463 Article: "Repetitive head impacts and trauma: The missing piece in suicide prevention" by Stephanie Samuels (October 2024): https://apbweb.com/2024/10/repetitive-head-impacts-and-trauma/ California Youth Football Act (AB-1): https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200AB1 CNA Report: "Law Enforcement Deaths by Suicide" (March 2024): https://www.cna.org/reports/2024/03/Law-Enforcement-Deaths-By-Suicide.pdf 60 Minutes - A dad's mission to uncover brain injuries after Navy SEAL son's suicide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILC54W36HNE&rco=1 PORAC’s research brief on officer health & wellness: https://porac.org/wp-content/uploads/PORAC-Research-Brief_Officer-Health-Wellness.pdf #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety #OfficerWellness #MentalHealth #HeadTrauma #SuicidePrevention

Women in law enforcement bring measurable, evidence based advantages to modern policing the data shows female officers experience fewer use of force incidents and more successful de-escalation outcomes. In this episode of the "On the Job" podcast, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault lean into the "R" in PORAC—Research. We discuss how women officers strengthen public safety and the barriers they face in the profession with Dr. Tanya Meisenholder of the 30x30 Initiative and PORAC Board Member Veronica Limon. Our guests provide insight into how traditional requirements for peace officers can be thoughtfully adjusted while maintaining rigorous standards and opening up the recruiting pool to qualified women who have been historically under represented. For law enforcement leaders, policymakers, and public safety advocates, these insights offer a roadmap to increasing female representation in ways that strengthen departments and better serve communities. The research-backed strategies discussed demonstrate that recruiting more women officers isn't just about addressing historical challenges—it's about enhancing public safety through proven approaches to improve modern policing. Transcript - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QAzhaax3u4r8MFgT0TxzFXEe-Inq7FMeTix3LR_f0-o/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More Dr. Tanya Meisenholder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-meisenholder/ Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources ● 30x30 Initiative Website: https://30x30initiative.org/ ● 30x30 Initiative LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/30x30-initiative/ ● PORAC Women in Law Enforcement Issue Brief: https://porac.org/wp-content/uploads/2025-PORAC-Women-In-Law-Enforcement-Brief.pdf #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety

Could SB 2 affect your career? What really happens during a decertification investigation? Does a complaint automatically mean your job is at risk? These are questions causing significant anxiety among California peace officers since POST gained decertification powers in 2022. In this must listen episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with the POST officials who oversee the decertification process - Bureau Chief Rob Guyton and Law Enforcement Consultants David Peletta, Robby Bringolf, and Kevin Sherburne – to get straight answers about how these investigations really work and what rights you maintain throughout the process. TRANSCRIPT - https://docs.google.com/document/d/11-GLcwAwdhTUidNEtFlhOe94f0l6MnZHhBV90gze_9U/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More POST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commissiononpost/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/california-post/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaliforniaPOST Website: https://post.ca.gov/ Brian Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources ● Senate Bill No. 2 FAQs: http://post.ca.gov/SB-2-FAQs ● Workshop Registration: https://porac.org/program/sb-2-course/ #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety

In this episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault celebrate PORAC's historic victory in securing passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (HR 82) while providing members with information about what the law means for their retirement benefits. Through conversation with Darryl Nirenberg, PORAC’s lead federal lobbyist at Steptoe, who was instrumental in building congressional support for the legislation, the episode will walk members through how PORAC contributed to this major win after 40 years of tireless advocacy. The episode will also outline what active and retired officers need to know about implementation timelines, eligibility, and the restoration of Social Security benefits. Connect and Learn More Darryl Nirenberg, federal lobbyist at Steptoe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darryl-nirenberg-b3a9333/ Website: https://www.steptoe.com/en/lawyers/darryl-nirenberg.html Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources Will the New Social Security Fairness Act Change Your Benefits In 2025? | Kiplinger Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law - California Statewide Law Enforcement Association San Francisco Chronicle - Why California is likely to be one of biggest beneficiaries of new Social Security law Police 1 - Social Security Fairness Act signed into law, boosting retirement benefits for police, firefighters Social Security Fairness Act: Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) update Social Security Administration Contact Information #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety

In this episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Colonel Hugh T. Clements, Jr., Director of the federal Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office and keynote speaker at this year’s conference. The discussion focused on law enforcement's pressing challenges nationwide - from recruitment and retention to officer health and wellness and unpacked how federal funding and training resources can help state and local agencies tackle these issues head-on. Transcript - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M3ALlNEFpZ-vFQ1OcjMkSS3OP2bGMS9cMtNw3D4oams/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More Hugh T. Clements, Jr. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-t-clements-jr-71b311223/ Website: https://cops.usdoj.gov/ Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources -COPS Office Grants Website - https://cops.usdoj.gov/grants -COPS Hiring Program (CHP) Information - https://cops.usdoj.gov/chp-award -School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) Guidelines - https://cops.usdoj.gov/svpp-award -Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Resources - https://cops.usdoj.gov/svpp-award -COPS Office Training Portal - https://copstrainingportal.org/ -Grant Application Guidelines and Deadlines - https://cops.usdoj.gov/award-management-materials #poracalifornia #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety

In this episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Legislative Advocate Randy Perry to discuss the end of the legislative session in Sacramento. 00:00 - Intro & Looking at the Past Two Years 03:35 - What Legislative Advocates Do 08:30 - Bills From Past Two Years of Legislative Session 19:15 - Shifts in Legislature Moving Forward Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ziglI2CNgzp-HQ0ufm49FMc07HHYKrj7TNs7MZDdpg4/edit?usp=sharing Connect and Learn More: Randy Perry Website: https://www.aaronread.com/ Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/

In this episode, hosts President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault speak with Stockton POA Vice President Chris Sherman and David E. Mastagni with Mastagni Holstedt APC about Measure N, which would give binding arbitration in their City Charter and could have statewide implications if passed. They explain the measure, what it intends to do, and why it is beneficial. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-L_2vMULcPoxU7Dx8zur5pYtYocoIsGUG5F8w0jehKw/edit?tab=t.0 Connect and Learn More: Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources: https://keepstocktonsafe.org/ https://www.mastagni.com/ #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawenforcement #publicsafety

In this episode, we introduce our newly elected Vice President, Ben Therriault. Ben joins the podcast to discuss his background, his journey in law enforcement, and his vision for the future of PORAC. We'll explore his leadership experiences, key priorities for his tenure, and his commitment to advocating for peace officers across California. The goal of this episode is to allow listeners, PORAC members and others, to get to know Ben and to provide valuable insights into Ben’s vision for the direction of our organization. Episode Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Rh9bXSwZh4xDSxCAs6qMYevB0QfrxVuPIw-k-CEdOHg/edit Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources: Ben Therriault – PORAC Profile #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawnenforcement #publicsafety

Season 7, Episode 4 – Prop 47 Reform: Addressing California's Retail Theft Crisis In this month’s episode, President Brian Marvel and our new Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Legislative Advocate Randy Perry and Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper to discuss the ongoing efforts to reform Prop 47 and address the alarming rise in organized retail theft in California. The discussion covers all the politicking around the multiple different legislative vehicles and the ballot measure aimed at reforming Prop 47, including the controversy surrounding proposed "poison pill" amendments. Guests discuss the need for a comprehensive approach combining legislative action with voter-approved reforms to combat theft-related crimes and enhance public safety. Learn more, support, and donate: https://voteyesprop36.com/ Connect and Learn More Randy Perry Website: https://www.aaronread.com/ Sheriff Cooper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheriffJimCooper Twitter: https://x.com/SheriffJCooper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheriffjimcooper/ Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Ben Therriault Twitter: https://x.com/BenTherriault Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btherriault/ Resources: -California Legislature passes bills to curb retail theft over objections from some Democrats https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-08-12/california-legislature-passes-bills-to-curb-retail-theft-over-objections-from-some-democrats -Gavin Newsom backs down on crime measure https://calmatters.org/politics/elections/2024/07/gavin-newsom-crime-measure/ -California’s Decriminalization Timeline: 1985 – 2021 (PORAC) https://porac.org/wp-content/uploads/Californias-Decriminalization-Timeline.pdf -Office of the Attorney General: The Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act https://oag.ca.gov/system/files/initiatives/pdfs/23-0017A1%20%28Drug%20Addiction%20%26amp%3B%20Theft%20Reform%29.pdf -California Democratic legislators announce agreement on Prop 47 reform initiative https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/california-democratic-legislators-announce-agreement-on-prop-47-reform-initiative/ar-BB1pbv8g?ocid=BingNewsVerp -Newsom, Democratic lawmakers announce rival crime reform ballot measure https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-07-01/newsom-and-lawmakers-announce-rival-ballot-measure-to-stop-draconian-crime-reform -A look at California's legislative public safety package and Prop 47 reform initiative https://www.kcra.com/article/california-legislative-public-safety-package-prop-47-reform-initiative/61063743 -California voters to decide future of Proposition 47 – NBC Los Angeles https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/politics/newsconference/newsconference-reforming-proposition-47/3442546/ -Newsom, Dem leaders try to negotiate Prop 47 reform off California ballots, as GOP wants to let voters decide https://www.foxnews.com/politics/newsom-dem-leaders-try-negotiate-prop-47-reform-off-california-ballots-gop-wants-let-voters-decide #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #lawnenforcement #publicsafety

In this month’s episode, Brian Marvel and Damon Kurtz sit down with Wade Stern of the Federated University Police Officers’ Association (FUPOA) and Matt Kroner of the Statewide University Police Association (SUPA) to discuss the challenges faced by university police departments in responding to on-campus protests that turn violent, such as restrictive university policies, anti-police bias among faculty, and staffing shortages. Discussion Topics ● The Role of Campus Police ● Challenges Faced by University Police in Responding to Violent Protests ● Balancing First Amendment Rights with Public Safety ● Proposed Solutions for Ensuring Peaceful Protests and Campus Safety: A Collaborative Approach 00:00 - History of Campus Protests 04:50 - Relationship Between Campus Admin and Law Enforcement 08:15 - Campus Protests and Professional Agitators 16:00 - Campus Security Guards vs Police Officers 22:10 - What Can Be Done to Keep Campuses Safe? Download the full transcript of the episode here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kkFEXw_ml7yMLTlFR49c8hoN1HyGX5kt/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=110396220408817199408&rtpof=true&sd=true Guest Bio – Wade Stern Wade Stern is President of the Federated University Police Officers’ Association, which represents over 250 police officers over the 10 campuses of the University of California Police Department. Wade is a police corporal with the University of California Police Department, where he has served for the last 22 years. Guest Bio – Matt Kroner Matt Kroner is president of the Statewide University Police Association (SUPA), which represents California State University police officers, corporals, and sergeants from all twenty-three CSU Police Departments from San Diego to Humboldt. Matt has been president since 2021 and is passionate about serving SUPA’s members. Matt is a sergeant with the Sacramento State Police Department and has over twenty-three years of experience as a sworn police officer with the CSU PD. Connect and learn more about SUPA, FUPOA, Brian, and Damon SUPA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPA.CSU/ Twitter: @CSUSUPA FUPOA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FederatedUniversityPOA/ Instagram: @federateduniversity.poa Brian Marvel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel Twitter: https://x.com/BrianMarvel Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Damon Kurtz Instagram: @damonkurtz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/damon.kurtz.1 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damon-kurtz-681921172/ Resources: ● Debating Police Tactics in Response to Campus Protests ● https://www.npr.org/2024/05/08/1248935672/campus-protests-police-arrests ● Pro-Palestinian Protests Spreading Across California Campuses ● https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-05-01/pro-palestinian-protests-tensions-spread-across-california-college-campuses ● At U.C. Berkeley Ceremony, a Student Protest Draws in Hundreds ● https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/11/us/uc-berkeley-protest-graduation.html ● Police Tactics at Campus Protests Reveal Disparities in Approached to Public Order and Lessons Learned Post-George Floyd ● https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/police-tactics-at-campus-protests-reveal-disparities-in-approaches-to-public-order-and-lessons-learned-post-george-floyd/ar-BB1lQCe2?ocid=BingNewsSearch ● Police Carry Out Complex Choreography in Campus Protests Response ● https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/police-carry-out-complex-choreography-in-campus-protests-response/ar-AA1o6Wfk?ocid=BingNewsSearch ● University of California Police Union Blasts UCLA Admin for ‘Lack of Response’ to Violence at Campus Protests ● https://www.foxnews.com/us/university-california-police-union-blasts-ucla-admin-lack-response-violence-campus-protests #porac #poracalifornia #peaceofficers #protests #campusprotests

In this episode, guests Mark Nichols and Juan Viramontes of the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (CPOMF) discuss the Ceremony on the State Capitol grounds honoring fallen law enforcement officers before National Police Week, May 12-18. They also highlight the work CPOMF does to support the families of officers killed in the line of duty. ________________________________________ Connect with Host Brian Marvel ● https://www.instagram.com/brianmarvel/ ● https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel ● https://twitter.com/BrianMarvel ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Connect with Co-Host Damon Kurtz ● https://www.instagram.com/damonkurtz/ ● https://www.facebook.com/damon.kurtz.1 ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/damon-kurtz-681921172/ Connect With CPOMF and AOCDS ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capeaceofficersmemorial/ ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAPeaceOfficersMemorial ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aocds/ ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AOCDS ● X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/AOCDS1 Resources: ● CPOMF Scholarship Program ● https://camemorial.org/scholarship-program/ ● POREF Scholarship ● https://porac.org/about/peace-officers-relief-and-education-foundation-poref-porac-scholarship/ ● PORAC Fund-A-Hero ● https://porac.org/members/fund-a-hero/ ● National Police Week ● https://nleomf.org/memorial/programs/national-police-week-2024/ #porac #peaceofficers #nationalpoliceweek #police

In today’s episode, Brian Marvel sits down with Tim Talbot of the RLS Law Firm and David Mastagni of Mastagni Holstedt Law Firm to discuss a significant legal victory in the realm of law enforcement rights and privacy. 00:00 - Overview of the Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) 03:30 - Filing the Injunction & Aftermath 05:20 - Officer Privacy Double Standard? 08:15 - Other Agencies Involved 10:44 - Recruitment & Long Term Affect 13:10 - Where Litigation Sits Now ● Overview of the Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) regulations that force peace officers to disclose their gender identity when reporting the outcome of a traffic stop. ● The attorneys who successfully fought against these regulations shed light on the implications of overreaching Department of Justice policies on law enforcement professionals and the LGBTQ+ community. ● The RIPA gender disclosure requirement contradicts the privacy standard AG Bonta declared regarding school teachers and parent notifications of a student's gender identity. ● Implications for officers and how the regulations infringe upon the constitutional rights of peace officers, particularly their right to privacy as well as violate California’s civil rights law and the Fair Employment and Housing Act. ● The impact on recruitment and retention efforts within the law enforcement profession as well as other potential long-term consequences. ● Explanation of the legal intricacies surrounding PORAC’s temporary restraining order (TRO) against the DOJ and pending settlement and next steps in the legal process. ________________________________________ Connect with Host Brian Marvel ● https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel ● https://twitter.com/BrianMarvel ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/ Guest Bio - Timothy K. Talbot Timothy K. Talbot is a principal at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC (“RLS”). He serves as RLS’s co-managing principal, responsible for all firm operations. In addition, he manages the firm’s Sacramento office and is a member of the Collective Bargaining Practice Group. Tim has practiced labor law for more than 25 years. He specializes in representing and advising labor organizations in all aspects of traditional labor relations, including contract negotiations, grievances, unfair labor practices, bargaining unit certifications and modifications, mediation, and arbitration. Tim also represents individual peace officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other employees in disciplinary matters, internal affairs investigations, critical incidents, Department of Energy security clearance investigations and hearings, and professional licensure matters. Connect and learn more about Tim and RLS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-talbot-a84277250/ https://rlslawyers.com/ Guest Bio - David E. Mastagni David E. Mastagni is a partner with the Labor Department of Mastagni Holstedt, APC. He specializes in labor and employment law representation, including trial and appellate litigation in California and federal courts. David is also an experienced PORAC Legal Defense Fund panel attorney and is admitted in U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Northern, and Central Districts of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. David devotes his legal career to labor and employment litigation, with an emphasis on representing public safety representatives and their members in all aspects of their employment. Connect and learn more about David and Mastagni Holstedt, APC: https://twitter.com/DavidEMastagni https://www.linkedin.com/in/mastagni/ https://www.mastagni.com/ ________________________________________ Resources: PORAC Press Release: ​​Court Grants Temporary Restraining Order Halting Forced Gender Identification Requirements for California Peace Officers LGBTQ Nation: California judge blocks new rule that would forcibly out trans police officers San Francisco Chronicle: Judge halts new California law requiring police officers to disclose their gender identity #porac #poracalifornia #ripa #peaceofficers

Welcome to the PORAC YouTube channel! In this video, we bring you an essential legislative update that you won't want to miss. The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) is committed to keeping you informed about the latest developments in legislation that affect law enforcement professionals and public safety. Our team of experts has been hard at work, diligently tracking and analyzing the bills, policies, and regulations that impact the law enforcement community in California. In this informative update, we'll provide you with the most up-to-date information on key legislative changes, initiatives, and discussions that directly affect your profession. Whether you're a dedicated law enforcement officer, a concerned citizen, or simply interested in staying informed about the issues that shape our communities, this video is for you. We'll cover a wide range of topics, from proposed reforms and funding allocations to the latest changes in laws and regulations affecting law enforcement agencies statewide. Stay ahead of the curve, gain valuable insights, and join us as we navigate the complex legislative landscape together. Your voice matters, and staying informed is the first step toward making a positive impact on the future of law enforcement in California. Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all the crucial developments in the world of law enforcement. Feel free to share this video with your colleagues, friends, and fellow community members, so they can stay informed too. Thank you for your continued support, and together, we'll work towards a safer and stronger California. Stay tuned for more PORAC updates, and as always, your safety is our priority! #PORAC #LegislativeUpdate #CaliforniaLawEnforcement #PoliceAssociation #PublicSafetyUpdates #LawEnforcementPolicy #PoliceOfficerUpdates #PoliceReformUpdates #LawEnforcementAdvocacy #LegislativeChanges #PORACNews #PoliceReform #CaliforniaLegislation #PoliceOfficerRights #PublicSafetyAdvocacy #PoliceNews #LegalChanges #LawEnforcementNews #LawEnforcementLegislation #PORACAdvocacy #LawEnforcementUpdates #CaliforniaPolice #PoliceLegislation #PoliceAdvocacy

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz invite Legislative Advocate Randy Perry, from Aaron Read & Associates LLC, to discuss current state legislation impacting peace officers in California. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Aaron Read & Associates LLC Legislative Advocacy: We represent an extraordinary group of clients. In the course of each working day our clients play an important role in making life better and safer for all Californians. We work hard to have our clients believe in us because they have set a standard that allows all of us to believe in them. We take legislation from concept to statute. We have not only written legislation that meets the needs of our clients, we have provided the intense lobbying often necessary for success. We also provide key testimony in committee hearings and educational meetings that led to its passage. As you are experiencing now by tapping into our web page, we have a long history of employing the highest quality methods to deliver our message honestly. Campaigns & Public Relations: Our staff at our sister company Marketplace Communications has managed every aspect of candidate and issue campaigns. From organizing walks to full Independent Expenditure campaign management, our record of success is unmatched. Framing an issue and delivering the message through a detailed public relations program is how we stay ahead of the ever-changing world of politics under term limits. Linking lobbying to a strong public relations program is often what makes the difference between winning and losing and is a strategy that places us above the rest. Procurement: We assist our clients seeking procurement contracts with relationship building, message development, RFP/RFI strategy, and long-term relationship maintenance to ensure a company’s strong, continuing presence in California. After years of working in state politics and alongside many administrations, we have developed relationships with numerous department agencies. From the elected statewide officeholders to middle management staff, our work on behalf of our clients has allowed us to build a trust with those who make decisions on the procurement contracts created to fulfill the needs of the state. Visit Aaron Read & Associates LLC. for more information: https://www.aaronread.com/

On this special corporate sponsorship episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz sit down with Danny Van Attenhoven, Jill Alves, and Logan Thompson of CAHP Credit Union to talk through the variety of low-rate lending products they provide to officers around the state as well as the financial education they offer! CAHP Credit Union will also be the presenting sponsor at our POREF Open Golf Tournament on June 2, 2023, and will be a highlight at the 2023 Symposium event that precedes. Click Here to learn more about Symposium and POREF Open. Registration information will be announced at a later date! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About CAHP Credit Union Founded in 1969 as an exclusive organization, CAHP Credit Union was originally formed to serve employees and members of the California Association of Highway Patrolmen (the Association). In the 1990s, the CAHP Credit Union expanded eligibility to include other members of California’s law enforcement community, namely through the Peace Officers Research Association of California – PORAC. Their mission has remained constant throughout the years. They are devoted to helping officers and their families keep more of their money, maintain a high credit score, and stay on the road to financial freedom. CAHP Credit Union is as deeply committed to serving you as you are to protecting and serving the public. Visit CAHP Credit Union website for more info!

On this special corporate sponsorship episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz sit down with Curt Conkling of CrossCountry Mortgage to discuss the financial home help they offer to PORAC members and our nation's law enforcement. CrossCountry Mortgage provides you with the best possible advice and benefit to your financial needs while facilitating a straightforward, transparent mortgage process for buyers, sellers and realtors. Their team is dedicated to making the mortgage process easy, stress-free and rewarding. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About CrossCountry Mortgage Navigating the mortgage process doesn’t have to be overwhelming. When you work with CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM), you’ll collaborate closely with a licensed professional who will make sure you get the mortgage you deserve. CCM's entire team is available to assist you from application to closing and beyond. They work tirelessly to remove the frustration from the mortgage process and provide you with a personalized experience. CrossCountry Mortgage separates themselves from other mortgage lenders by offering exceptional customer service and a broad selection of home financing products. Their portfolio has an extensive range of products -- from conventional and jumbo mortgages, to government-insured programs for veterans and rural home buyers, to programs that enable you to make full-cash offers -- each homebuyer is different, so CCM makes sure there is a solution for every lifestyle and personal situation. Visit CrossCountry Mortgage's website for more info!

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz bring on comedian Thom Tran via Zoom to discuss his military background and comedic journey. Tran will be the entertainment at our 70th Annual Conference of Members in November during Saturday Night's Installation Dinner! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ About Thom Tran Los Angeles-based comedian, musician, and U.S. military veteran and advocate Thom Tran started his career as a standup comic after a combat injury ended his career as a soldier. Thom enlisted in the United States Army at 18 years old before he even finished high school. After joining the Army, Thom spent his entire career as a Communications Sergeant as well as a Civil Affairs Sergeant within the United States Army’s Special Operations Community. In 2003, four days after crossing the border into Iraq, Thom was wounded during a firefight when a sniper’s bullet found it’s way to the back of his skull. He bandaged himself up, continued the mission, and finished his 12 month tour in Iraq. But his wounds would eventually bring an end to his military life. After redeploying to the United States, Thom was medically retired in 2005. Post-combat, comedy saved his life. After touring the United States as a road comic, Thom moved to Los Angeles in 2008 and two years later created The GIs of Comedy Tour, a Comedic Troupe of Troops that has toured all over the United States and to nearly two dozen different countries performing to audiences both military and civilian, bringing the healing power of laughter to those who need it the most. In 2019, Thom & several members of the GIs of Comedy appeared on the Netflix series, “Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy.” and toured nearly 30 US Air Force bases across the continental US. The group has raised over $30,000 for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, a charity that raises college scholarship funds for the children of fallen US Special Operations personnel. When Thom isn’t on the road he makes his home in Hollywood, CA performing at The World Famous Laugh Factory & clubs all over SoCal. He also works as the mid-day traffic anchor for SoCal radio station KNX 1070-NewsRadio. And occasionally Thom does some acting, having co-starred on Black-ish on ABC and SEAL Team & NCIS: Los Angeles on CBS. Recently, Thom’s love of rock and roll finds him back on stage playing lead guitar for a heavy metal band and cover band he co-founded called, The Thom Tran Band, playing bars and nightclubs in Southern California!

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz provide updates and discussions following the June 2022 election results (as of June 9) and the outcomes of their endorsed candidates. Note: Election results are updated as often as new data is received from county elections offices after the polls close at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Ballots continue to be counted after Election Day during the canvass period; county elections officials must report the final official results to the Secretary of State by July 8, 2022. The Secretary of State will certify the results on July 15, 2022. To learn more about the updated results, visit the California Primary Election Website.

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel invites Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert, who is currently running for Attorney General. District Attorney Schubert is an internationally recognized law enforcement leader; famous for her successful prosecutions in cases such as the Golden State Killer, the Second Story Rapist, Californian unemployment fraud, and other well-known criminal cases. PORAC is one of many organizations around California that is endorsing Anne Marie Schubert for Attorney General. About Anne Marie Schubert While Anne Marie Schubert may be best known for the successful investigation, arrest and conviction of the Golden State Killer, she has made a career of protecting kids from sexual predators and human trafficking and making sure violent criminals are held accountable for their crimes. She has aggressively prosecuted major corporations for practices that harm the environment and has worked to get illegal firearms off the streets and is an international expert in DNA investigations. As District Attorney, Anne Marie Schubert has successfully put some of the state’s most notorious and violent criminals behind bars, including murderers, rapists, and child molesters. She has aggressively prosecuted major corporations for practices that harm the environment and has worked to get illegal guns off the streets. CLICK HERE to visit Anne Marie Schubert's website.

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (CPOMF) Executive Director Wayne Quint to welcome back the CPOMF ceremonies and National Police Week while also teasing of the new addition to the memorial. About The CPOMF Ceremonies The California Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremonies are held the first week of May at the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument in Sacramento on State Capitol grounds. The ceremonies serve to formally enroll peace officers who have died in the line of duty the preceding year, pay tribute to the over 1500 officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice since California became a state, and to honor the families left behind. The ceremonies are a two-day event, beginning with a Candlelight Vigil at the Memorial Monument. At dusk families, friends, community members, and colleagues walk in solidarity to the Memorial Monument to remember and celebrate their fallen heroes. The next morning’s formal ceremonial events include a memorial procession for law enforcement vehicles, a Walk of Honor for department representatives and immediate family members of officers being enrolled, and the Enrollment Ceremony, where the names of newly enrolled officers are formally added to the Memorial Monument. This beautiful and solemn ceremony incorporates many law enforcement traditions including a riderless horse presentation, the folding of the United States Flag, releasing of doves, and concludes with a 21-gun salute and the playing of Taps. Due to very limited seating, the Enrollment Ceremony is a ticketed event for designated family members and guests. Additional seating is provided so all who wish to attend in support of California’s fallen heroes may view the ceremony on an adjacent large-screen television. Click Here to learn more about CPOMF.

In this two-part series, we welcome to the podcast two of our featured Symposium IMPACT 2022 speakers. In Part 1 you'll hear from Jason Schechterle, author of Burning Shield and motivational speaker with uplifting messages of survival and hope. Visit Jason’s Webpage for more info! In Part 2 we're joined by Lieutenant Colonel Robert Darling to talk about his experiences on September 11, 2001, inside the White House bunker, where he worked alongside Vice President Dick Cheney and National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice. Visit Lt. Col. Darling’s Webpage for more info!

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite California Assemblymember Tom Lackey and PORAC North Valley Chapter Director Peter Durfee to discuss the importance of law enforcement officials in elected positions and what they can bring to the table in regards to state legislation. Peter Durfee is currently running for Butte County Supervisor. To learn more about his campaign, visit his webpage. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT TOM LACKEY Tom Lackey has represented California’s 36th Assembly District since 2014. Before joining the Assembly, Tom served on the Palmdale Elementary School District Board of Trustees and the Palmdale City Council. After high school, he served as a missionary for two years before he earned a bachelor’s degree in special education from Utah State University. Tom later worked as an elementary special education teacher before beginning a 28-year career with the California Highway Patrol. He lives in Palmdale with his two children, Justin and Jani. During his short time as a State Legislator, Tom has championed successful efforts to combat the growing problem of drugged driving and provide increased state funding to support programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. As a result, he was honored as Legislator of Year by the California Police Chiefs Association and Easter Seals—a non-profit dedicated to providing services and advocacy for special needs individuals. CLICK HERE to learn more about Assemblymember Tom Lackey. ABOUT PETER DURFEE Born and raised in Chico, Peter has spent the majority of his life living and working in Butte County. For the past 12 years, Peter’s distinguished career in the Chico police department has earned him professional accolades for his dedication and commitment to serving Chico residents. In 2016, he was honored as the Chico Police Officer of the Year and in 2021 Peter received the prestigious Lifesaving Medal Award for taking decisive action to save a human life. In 2021, Peter was promoted to Sergeant. He also serves as a Hostage Negotiator, Crisis Intervention Instructor, Field Training Officer and is an Instructor at the Butte College Law Enforcement Academy. As a former School Resource Officer, Peter worked with students and staff in our schools to help ensure a safe learning environment. Prior to working for the police department, Peter was a professional baseball umpire and had the opportunity to work in seven league championship series games, three all-star games, and in Major League Baseball. CLICK HERE to learn more about Peter Durfee's campaign for Butte County Supervisor.

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz host a discussion with LDF Chairman Fred Rowbotham and LDF Administrator Ed Fishman regarding Plan VI and its introduction. Plan VI Benefits A Participant whose Member Association has chosen Benefit Plan I, II, or III and has chosen this Benefit Plan VI, shall be entitled to the following services: a. Legal representation in administrative proceedings involving the revocation or suspension of a certification or license to serve as a peace officer within the state in which the Participant is employed, including investigative proceedings initiated by a certifying/licensing agency and any proceedings before advisory, first-level administrative or appellate administrative bodies, by a Panel Attorney arising from any act or omission of the Participant within the scope of his or her employment, including proceedings brought as the result of the Participant’s involvement in Concerted Labor Activity, subject to the conditions set forth in Section 8 of this Article. Coverage does not extend to post-administrative hearing review, including judicial proceedings. b. All customary, necessary and reasonable services related to an action described in subsection (a) hereof, including where it appears reasonably probable that such an action will be commenced. c. Excluded from coverage under this Benefit Plan VI is legal representation to contest facts, charges, allegations, or grounds for revocation or suspension for events which automatically disqualify an individual from holding the position of a peace officer (e.g. conviction of certain crimes, permanent court orders prohibiting an individual from possessing a firearm, being found not guilty by reason of insanity, etc.) where those facts, charges, allegations or grounds have been finally determined or adjudicated in a separate legal proceeding, including where the Participant pled guilty or nolo contendere.

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz take a deep dive into SB2 and its effect on California's law enforcement with David E. Mastagni of Mastagni Holstedt and Timothy Talbot of Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC. ABOUT DAVID E. MASTAGNI David E. Mastagni is a partner with the Labor Department of Mastagni Holstedt, APC He specializes in labor and employment law representation, including trial and appellate litigation in California and federal courts. David is also an experienced PORAC Legal Defense Fund panel attorney and is admitted in U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Northern and Central Districts of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Having devoted his legal career to labor and employment litigation with an emphasis on representation of public safety representatives and their members with respect to all aspects of their employment, David has focused on complex civil, class-action, and collective-action litigation matters in labor and employment law, claims arising out of the Fair Labor Standards Act, Public Safety Officers’ Procedural Bill of Rights, the California Labor Code, the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, and other statutes guaranteeing labor and employment rights to employees. He is experienced in collective bargaining and interest arbitration to establish terms and conditions of employment. CLICK HERE to learn more about Mastagni Holstedt. ABOUT TIMOTHY TALBOT Timothy K. Talbot is a principal at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC (“RLS”). He serves as RLS’s co-managing principal, responsible for all firm operations. In addition, he manages the firm’s Sacramento office and is a member of the Collective Bargaining Practice Group. Tim has practiced labor law for more than 25 years. He specializes in representing and advising labor organizations in all aspects of traditional labor relations, including contract negotiations, grievances, unfair labor practices, bargaining unit certifications and modifications, mediation, and arbitration. Tim has served as chief negotiator for hundreds of public and private sector collective bargaining agreements. In addition, Tim has extensive experience litigating public employee pension and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) matters. Tim also represents individual peace officers, firefighters, paramedics and other employees in disciplinary matters, internal affairs investigations, critical incidents, Department of Energy security clearance investigations and hearings, and professional licensure matters. Tim has successfully represented clients in hundreds of arbitrations, administrative hearings, state and federal court cases and appellate proceedings resulting in published opinions. Tim has been repeatedly selected for inclusion in the California Super Lawyers list. CLICK HERE to learn more about Rains Lucia Stern PC.

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz host a Zoom discussion with Paul Mitchell and Evan McLaughlin of Redistricting Partners to examine California's redistricting process and what the future of the state's lines look like. ABOUT REDISTRICTING PARTNERS Redistricting Partners has been working for the last 10+ years on redistricting, racially polarized voting analysis, California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) implementation, and mid-decade redistricting work, primarily in California, for the past decade, with GIS and political experience that goes back more than 20 years. Redistricting Partners was formed with a focus on engaging in the statewide redistricting process under the new California Redistricting Commission in 2011. This work quickly moved into local municipal redistricting, advising and implementing transitions from at-large election systems to districted election systems for dozens of community college districts throughout the state. For the last decade, much of our work has been with cities, community college districts, school boards and other kinds of agencies, such as hospital districts, water boards and other special districts. Our work has also extended to outside organizations working to ensure a fair redistricting process, and protect communities. This includes groups like Equality California, who have sought to preserve the power of LGBTQ communities within redistricting. Redistricting Partners is headed by Paul Mitchell, a data consultant based in Sacramento. Mitchell has conducted the redistricting for more than 75 states, cities, school boards and community college districts, including the State of New York Independent Redistricting Commission, the Los Angeles City Council Redistricting Commission, the Long Beach Independent Redistricting Commission, commissions in Oakland, Berkeley and Mesa Az. His firm’s work on racially polarized voting analysis and demographics has aided dozens of agencies as they navigate the California and Federal Voting Rights Acts. Mitchell also works with nonprofit organizations, such as the Irvine Foundation, American Civil Liberties Union, the Advancement Project, Common Cause and others in building community engagement and working throughout California and Nationally on elections and voting issues, including advising in the State of New Mexico’s inaugural redistricting commission, working with the State Ethics Committee on guidelines for commissioners and evaluating the final maps. In total, Mitchell and his firm has worked in more than 15 states around the country advising on statewide redistricting. Mitchell has been regularly cited in the media as an expert on elections and redistricting, including as the subject of a CNN Presents special on the decennial redistricting process, being interviewed on the PBS News Hour election coverage in 2020, participating in the 538 Podcast series on redistricting reform, and as a regular analyst on California-based network TV election coverage. For the past 10 years, Mitchell has also served as Vice President of the bi-partisan Political Data Inc where he works with both political parties, campaigns, nonprofits and universities, with a specialty in polling and survey data. Mitchell earned his associate degree from Orange Coast College, an undergraduate from American University, and a Master’s in Public Policy from USC. Vice President of Redistricting Partners, Evan McLaughlin most recently served as Chief of Staff to California Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, where he managed legislative efforts to expand voting rights and empower underrepresented communities. Before his work in the State Capitol, McLaughlin was Political and Legislative Director at the San Diego and Imperial Counties Labor Council, where he advised a coalition of community organizations in the region on the statewide, county and city redistricting processes that took place in 2011. In 2020 he led a project of analyzing potential districting plans under a California Voting Rights Act conversion and working with a coalition of agencies to help them understand the impacts of potential scenarios. CLICK HERE to learn more about Redistricting Partners.

On the Season 5 premiere of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite in PORAC Legislative Advocate Randy Perry of Aaron Read & Associates to discuss SB2 and provide the latest updates regarding California legislature.

On the Season 4 finale of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz provide a year-end overview of what took place in 2021 at PORAC and what to look forward to in 2022!

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz connect with speakers Lt. Colonel Dave Grossman and Sgt. Jon Davis to get a sneak preview of what's to come when they present at our 69th Annual Conference of Members happening November 19-21 in Monterey. Lt. Colonel Grossman, who will be presenting on November 19 from 1-4 p.m., will provide a recipe for ensuring that your mind is mentally prepared for combat encounters, and the life after. Titled The Bulletproof Mind, Colonel Grossman's discussion presents various topics such as how violence in our society has become prevalent, the responsibility of on and off-duty cops, how to prepare for and deal with the stress of violent encounters, and the role that law enforcement plays in serving as the protectors to those around them. Sgt. Davis, who will be presenting on November 20 from 1-4 p.m., will be discussing his topic titled Legally Justified; But was it Avoidable? This discussion analyzes dozens of recent use of force videos and focuses on the totality of the interaction. Attendees will dissect the behavior of the offender and more importantly, the thoughts and behavioral processes of the officer(s) involved. Click Here to learn more about the upcoming speakers and our 69th Annual Conference of Members in Monterey! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Lt. Colonel Dave Grossman Lt. Col. Dave Grossman is a former US Army Ranger, paratrooper, and West Point Psychology Professor. He has a Black Belt in Hojutsu, the martial art of the firearm, and has been inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Col. Grossman’s research was cited by the President of the United States in a national address, and he has testified before the U.S. Senate, the U.S. Congress, and numerous state legislatures. He has served as an expert witness and consultant in state and Federal courts. He helped train mental health professionals after the Jonesboro school massacre, and he was also involved in counseling or court cases in the aftermath of the Paducah, Springfield, Littleton and Nickel Mines Amish school massacres. Click Here for full bio. ------------------------- About Sgt. Jon Davis Jonathan S. Davis is a senior instructor for Calibre Press, a nationally recognized law enforcement training organization that has trained more than 1 million officers over its 40-year history. Jon began his career in law enforcement 20 years ago. He served as a Granville, OH Police Officer for 5 years and has spent the past 15 years with the Ohio State Highway Patrol where he currently holds the rank of Sergeant. Sgt. Davis has worked with Criminal Patrol Teams, Ohio State Patrol Investigations Division and is an Academy Instructor for the Ohio State Highway Patrol. He is currently the Course Director for Emergency Vehicle Operations and designed and implanted an Emergency Vehicle Operations Training Program for the OHSP that was so successful, he now instructs other Ohio Law Enforcement agencies in this program. Jon is a Subject Matter Expert in EVO and assisted in revamping the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Driver’s Training Program designed to decrease agency liability and improve officer safety. As an Executive Board Member of the nationally recognized “Below 100” campaign, Sgt. Davis has been instrumental in bringing that program to the State of Ohio. Jon is also on the Executive Board for the Association of Law Enforcement Emergency Response Trainers (ALERT) holding the position of Vice President. Sergeant Davis is a Master Instructor and Train-the-Trainer for numerous training programs. Sgt. Davis serves as a Subject Matter Expert Consultant for a nationally recognized Fortune 500 company that provides agencies and officers with support and resources designed to improve career and quality of life. Click Here for full bio.

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel sits down with Law Enforcement Social Media Training Coordinator Tamrin Olden to discuss the importance of how to properly and effectively use social media to market an agency and the dangers of misusing the platforms. Click Here to learn more about Law Enforcement Social Media Training. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Tamrin Olden Tamrin Olden is the Owner and CEO of TOC Public Relations. SoCal born and raised, Tamrin had a change of heart with her career choice after graduating from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in psychology and ended up working as a law enforcement community relations manager for most of her 16 years on the job before turning her side hustle into her dream job at her own public relations firm! Click Here for full bio. Visit her social media pages below! Facebook Twitter Instagram

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite back in PORAC's legislative advocate Randy Perry of Aaron Read & Associates for an annual discussion of recent California legislation and its effects on our nation's law enforcement.

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with Marc Bailey of National University to learn more about the opportunities of higher educational learning it provides to PORAC members and how they can enroll. National University is a 2021 PORAC Corporate Sponsor and will be present at our upcoming 69th Annual Conference of Members in Monterey, CA. Click Here to learn more about National University today! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About National University National University is San Diego’s largest private nonprofit university, founded in 1971 by a retired U.S. Navy Captain. Its mission is to provide accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners. Today, they educate students from across the U.S. and around the globe, with over 175,000 alumni worldwide. For more information, contact: Phone: 844-359-7982 Email: [email protected] Visit their social media pages below! Facebook Twitter Instagram

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with Curt Conkling of Conkling Team - CrossCountry Mortgage to learn more about the mortgage lender and how PORAC members can save money when purchasing or refinancing a home. Conkling Team - CrossCountry Mortgage is a 2021 PORAC Corporate Sponsor and will be present at our upcoming 69th Annual Conference of Members in Monterey, CA. Click Here to learn more about Conkling Team - CrossCountry Mortgage today! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Conkling Team - CrossCountry Mortgage The Conkling Team’s mission is simple: to provide you with the best possible advice and benefit to your financial needs while facilitating a straightforward, transparent mortgage process for buyers, sellers and realtors. Their team is dedicated to making the mortgage process easy, stress-free and rewarding. Our culture is based on honesty, humility, integrity, and service — whether you’re stuck in the snow on a cold winter night or seeking to achieve the American dream of homeownership. For more information, contact: Phone: 855-847-0975 Email: [email protected] Visit their Facebook page!

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down in the studio to update PORAC members and followers about upcoming events, including sponsored NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver Kyle Weatherman's upcoming race in Las Vegas, PORAC-hosted trainings coming down the pike, and our 69th Annual Conference of Members in Monterey. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Click Here to learn more about our 69th Annual Conference of Members. Click Here to learn more about PORAC's upcoming training classes. Keep an eye out for Kyle Weatherman's PORAC-Sponsored No. 47 car at the Alsco Uniforms 302 NASCAR Xfinity Series playoff race on Sept. 25 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway! On Saturday, September 25. The race will be broadcasted live starting at 4:30 PM on NBCSN.

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite in CalPERS Board incumbent Margaret Brown and nominee Tiffany Moran, who are both candidates for two CalPERS board seats. Marvel and Kurtz discuss the importance of CalPERS, their seats, and why PORAC endorses their nominations. Brown is currently up for re-election while Moran would be serving her first term if elected. Elections are currently open. Cast your ballots by September 27, 2021. Margaret Brown's Profile (Provided by CalPERS) Margaret Brown is serving her first term on the CalPERS Board of Administration. She is retired from the Business Services division of the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD), where she was director of facilities, responsible for the planning, funding, and construction of large-scale capital projects. Under her leadership in capital planning and energy stewardship, the district received a Zero Net Energy Schools Leadership Award from the New Buildings Institute. Over the course of her 30-year career, Margaret administered billions of dollars in school capital program expenditures for school construction and rehabilitation, real estate acquisition, and property management. She managed financial records for review by boards, state auditors, and independent citizen oversight committees. In the past, she served on the board of directors for the Coalition for Adequate School Housing, a non-profit founded in 1978 to advocate for K-12 facilities funding and improve school facilities in California. In addition, she chaired the Facilities Professional Council for the California Association of School Business Officials. Margaret earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of California, Riverside, and holds business and real estate degrees from Chaffey College. Margaret's Facebook Page Margaret's Website Tiffany Moran's Profile (Provided by Tiffany4CalPERS.com) "My name is Tiffany Emon-Moran, and I seek your vote to the CalPERS Board to ensure the longevity and stability, of our retirement system. My goal is to provide efficacy while strengthening financial health and diversity. As a member of the Board, I will be a voice of reason and common sense, and an advocate that shows compassion and determination for those I serve." Moran retired from the San Bernardino Police Department in 2017 as a detective assigned to financial crimes. She earned her Master's Degree in Public Administration and has a Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. She is in progress on an additional degree in accounting and is a Certified Fraud Examiner. Presently, Moran work for a Southern California law firm. Despite being a retired member, the passion to continue to be of service remains. Moran is confident that her education and experience in complex financial investigations will be beneficial to the CalPERS Board and its members. The sustainability of CalPERS is important. As an elected board member, Moran will make sound decisions with an eye toward future goals. "Members place their trust in CalPERS, and I want to be a central component of that trust." Tiffany's Facebook Page Tiffany's Website

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz visit the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) headquarters in Camdenton, Missouri to talk with C.O.P.S. Executive Director Dianne Bernhard about line of duty death coping and what her nonprofit organization has to offer to help. About C.O.P.S. Each year, between 140 and 160 officers are killed in the line of duty and their families and co-workers are left to cope with the tragic loss. C.O.P.S. provides resources to help them rebuild their shattered lives. There is no membership fee to join C.O.P.S., for the price paid is already too high. C.O.P.S. was organized in 1984 with 110 individual members. Today, C.O.P.S. membership is over 54,000 survivors. Survivors include spouses, children, parents, siblings, significant others, and co-workers of officers who have died in the line of duty according to Federal government criteria. C.O.P.S. is governed by a national board of law enforcement survivors. All programs and services are administered by the National Office in Camdenton, Missouri. C.O.P.S. has over 50 chapters nationwide that work with survivors at the grass-roots level. C.O.P.S. programs for survivors include the National Police Survivors' Conference held each May during National Police Week, scholarships, peer-support at the national, state, and local levels, "C.O.P.S. Kids" counseling reimbursement program, the "C.O.P.S. Kids" Summer Camp, "C.O.P.S. Teens" Outward Bound Adventure for young adults, special retreats for spouses, parents, siblings, adult children, extended family, and co-workers, trial and parole support, and other assistance programs. C.O.P.S. knows that a survivor's level of distress is directly affected by the agency's response to the tragedy. C.O.P.S., therefore, offers training and assistance to law enforcement agencies nationwide on how to respond to the tragic loss of a member of the law enforcement profession. C.O.P.S. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. C.O.P.S. programs and services are funded by grants and donations.

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite in RMT Chairman Terry Moore and PORAC Board Representative Tim Davis to talk about PORAC's Retiree Medical Trust and why PORAC members should join the program. About PORAC's Retiree Medical Trust The PORAC Retiree Medical Trust is a funding vehicle in which to deposit money while you are working, to pay for medical expenses after you retire, pursuant to the rules of the Plan. Any PORAC member association may choose, as a bargaining unit (through collective bargaining), to join the Trust. (You cannot choose to join as an individual; it must be through bargaining by your association.) Currently, we have associations participating from California, Oregon and Washington. That includes both Police and Fire. It is anticipated that we will begin to grow into additional states in 2021. The Trust’s Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan is a financial tool that allows current employees to save money tax-free to pay for medical expenses they will incur in retirement. The Trust will invest pre-tax contributions, earn income tax-free, and after retirement, reimburse participants tax-free for covered medical expenses and health insurance premiums. Benefits are funded with regular payroll transfers and/or lump-sum transfers of sick and vacation leave. The unions and employers must negotiate a set contribution rate and must transfer the same percentage of each employee’s accrued leave for all members. An individual employee cannot elect to contribute more than what is set forth in their MOU. Click Here to learn more about RMT! About PORAC's Corporate Sponsor Conkling Team - CrossCountry Mortgage The Conkling Team’s mission is simple: to provide you with the best possible advice and benefit to your financial needs while facilitating a straightforward, transparent mortgage process for buyers, sellers and realtors. Their team is dedicated to making the mortgage process easy, stress-free and rewarding. Our culture is based on honesty, humility, integrity, and service — whether you’re stuck in the snow on a cold winter night or seeking to achieve the American dream of homeownership. Who is Conkling Team CrossCountry Mortgage? How can Conkling Team CrossCountry Mortgage help you? Check them out to get answers to these questions and connect with them on social media. For more information, contact: Phone: 855-847-0975 Email: [email protected] Conkling Team CrossCountry Mortgage Website FACEBOOK PAGE

On this special episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite PORAC Training Coordinator Cathy Knape into the studio to provide an overview of what training classes our PORAC Institute is offering for the remainder of the year and 2022. To learn more about the training classes offered, what to expect from these sessions, and how to attend, visit our PORAC Training Page today!

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz host California Congressman Jimmy Panetta on Zoom to discuss the importance of bipartisanship in Congress, his stance on police reform negotiations, and the Victim Witness Protection Act. To learn more about the Congressional Football Game For Charity, visit their Facebook page. Congressman Jimmy Panetta biography: Congressman Jimmy Panetta is dedicated to public service and proudly serves California’s 20th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. His district includes Monterey and San Benito Counties, and parts of Santa Cruz and Santa Clara Counties. First elected 2016, he is serving his second term in Congress. He currently serves on the House Committee on Ways and Means, the House Committee on Agriculture, and the House Committee on Armed Services. He also serves as an Assistant Whip in the 117th Congress. Having grown up on the central coast of California, Congressman Panetta understands the importance of giving back to the community and country that gave him and his family so much. He was instilled with a sense of public service and its importance to our democracy, and has made sure that his work is reflective of the values of the people who entrusted him to be their voice in our nation’s capital. During his time in Congress, he has fought for immigration reform, the continued protection of our pristine coastline and environment, affordable and accessible health care, to ensure that our agriculture industry and its farmers and farmworkers are taken care of, to reduce gun violence, for our military installations which are an integral part in our community and our country’s national security, and for our veterans to receive the benefits that they were promised and deserve. Through policy implementation in Congress and service to constituents, he remains committed to being that bridge for the people of the Central Coast to the federal government and its resources. Click Here to learn more about Congressman Panetta.