Thank you for your understanding, The Lodge Office will be closed for Labor Day on September 06, 2010. The Code 7 Cafe will also be closed.Read More...
Tournament style Texas Hold 'em Saturday 9/11. Sign up starts at 6pm with cards in the air at 630pm. $50 buy in with $20 re-buys. Food and drink available. This event is open to members and their guests only.
There have been several inquiries about the FOP discount with Verizon on communication plans. Here are some updates from our Lodge 2 Secretary.Read More...
Washington Watch: Legislative Update I. Legislative News and Activity II. This Week in Congress III. Update on FOP Top Legislative Priorities IV. Update on LEOSA
FOP Lodge 2 would like to take a moment to express our sincerest heart felt support and sadness for our Brothers and Sisters at the Chandler Police Department and to the family of Brother Carlos LeDesma. Brother LeDesma was 34, when he paid the ultimate price on July 28th, 2010 for his community in a drug operation in Phoenix. He leaves behind a wife and two children.
Lodge 2 Members, Join us on August 14th from 10 a.m until 4 p.m.(Inside the main hall except for the water silde) for lots of fun, games (prizes for the kids), crafts, 2 jumpers including a water slide (remember a towel). Home Depot (from 2217 E. Bell RD.) will be on site for a kid’s activity. All this is free for Lodge 2 Members. Bring your family down and join in on the fun at this Lodge 2 member’s only event. See and Print the Flyer here.
Please keep the lodge updated with any changes to your address, email address, beneficiary, or telephone numbers. The correct information allows us to keep you updated on
Our heartfelt thanks and appreciation go out to everyone, your expression of support for our fallen brother was overwhelming. Please take a moment and enjoy some of the memories from the day.
This 7 day period (July 1-7) is the last time this year for Phoenix Police Officers who are members of PLEA to stop their automatic paycheck deductions and end their membership with PLEA. For some of our members who joined us recently but were unable to drop PLEA, this is a reminder to you. As always, if you are pleased with the FOP, tell a fellow officer what we have to offer! There is an alternative to the mindless politics! Read More...
National & Arizona F.O.P. attends U.S. Department of Justice and U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder’s Law Enforcement Roundtable on AZ SB 1070
On June 8, 2010, Arizona State Fraternal Order of Police President Bryan G. Soller was called to Washington D.C. by the U.S. Department of Justice and U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. to join in a roundtable discussion on the Arizona Immigration Law Senate Bill 1070, the Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act. U.S. Attorney General Holder invited the National Fraternal Order of Police and the Arizona State Fraternal Order of Police to attend a roundtable discussion with the staff of the U.S. Department of Justice and other professional law enforcement organizations. This meeting was attended by;
National Fraternal Order of Police, Arizona Fraternal Order of Police, Major City Chiefs Association, Women in Federal Law Enforcement, National Troopers Coalition, National Sheriffs Association, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, National Association of Police Organizations,
Officer Murphy joined the Police Department on December 19, 2005. Travis was assigned to the Squaw Peak Precinct , 72K. Officer Murphy is survived by his wife, two kids, his parents and a large extended family. Arrangements are as follows: Visitation Service Tuesday, June 1, 2010 Wednesday, June 2, 2010 5 PM-8 PM 10 AM Heritage Funeral Chapel Christ Church of the Valley 6830 W Thunderbird Rd 7007 W Happy Valley Rd Peoria, AZ 85381 Peoria, AZ 85383
Interment Phoenix Memorial Park Immediately following service 200 W Beardsley Rd Phoenix, AZ 85027
A memorial fund for his children has been set up in his name at Wells Fargo Bank.
It is with a heavy heart and a weary hand I must inform you of the loss of a fellow Phoenix Police Officer. On May 26, 2010 at approximately 0130 hours Officer Travis Murphy #8474 and his partner of the 72K squad responded to a call for service in the area of 19th Avenue and Fairmont. While on-scene, Officer Murphy sustained several gunshot wounds and later died at a local hospital. Officer Murphy was the father of two and had served the residents on Phoenix for over the past 5 years. The suspect was apprehended thanks to the work of his fellow Phoenix Police Family.
We here at Lodge 2 know he will be missed dearly. Our thought and prayers got to his Wife, Children, family members and his fellow officers who now have to deal with this tragic loss.
Danny Ledezma Martinez, 30, of Tucson, is accused of gunning down Officer Murphy with an automatic rifle. Martinez is charged with first-degree murder, unlawful flight from law enforcement, burglary and misconduct involving weapons.
Fraternally, Lou Manganiello, President Fraternal Order of Police Phoenix Lodge 2
As the President of the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police I’m offended by the arguments over Arizona Senate Bill 1070, the Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act. As a law enforcement officer for over 20 years I find it offensive that most groups are insinuating that Arizona’s professional law enforcement officers would participate in racial profiling and we don’t understand the concept of reasonable suspicion. Arizona’s law enforcement officers know all too well the laws pertaining to racial profiling. We have been under the microscope in the past and have proven repeatedly that the law enforcement officers in Arizona DO NOT andWILL NOT profile any nationality, race, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. We are professionals who know and abide by laws.
The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 2 has undergone construction in an effort to update out memorial for the officers that have fallen in the line of duty while serving the City of Phoenix. We are selling knifes and other items to try and raise the fund to complete this project.
The Annual FOP Golf Tournament promoted by Lodge 32 was held Saturday, April 17th at the Sun City Country Club. There were 27 teams competing against each other to raise money for the Hopekids Organization. Our team from Lodge 2 takes first place.Read More...
We remember July 27th, 2007 when Offier George Cortez Jr. #8232 was killed while on duty. Norma Lopez who played a pivitol role in this was sentenced to 22 years in prison on April 9, 2010.
Lodge 2 will host a Glock Armorer’s Class on June 15, 2010. The Hours will be 0800-1700 (this class is 8 hours, allowing 1 hour for lunch). The cost is $150 for this training.
PLEA has negotiated a new contract with the city, one that will require ratification by the members. For ratification of the contract, all members have a right to vote on it. "Members" refers to "all unit members", meaning ALL POLICE OFFICERS. If you are a police officer, regardless of whether or not you are a dues-paying member of PLEA, you are entitled to vote on this contract. If you are a member of the FOP, you are entitled to vote. If you are not a member of any union, you are entitled to vote.
Dueling police endorsements for Sen. John McCain and former Congressman J.D. Hayworth, who is challenging McCain in the Republican primary.
The Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, threw its support Monday to Hayworth.
The Arizona Fraternal Order of Police threw its support behind McCain.
Meanwhile, two past presidents and six past board members of PLEA endorsed McCain. PLEA past presidents Jake Jacobsen and Terry Sills said in a joint statement, "Senator McCain helped lead the fight to secure the critically important radio band frequencies for law enforcement when others were lobbying to sell them to for-profit companies. It was Senator McCain who helped secure legislation to prevent Internet access to personal information of those in public safety. Many police officers are veterans and Senator McCain has worked diligently to improve benefits and services for those who not only served our country in the military but now protect their fellow citizens in law enforcement."
The Arizona Fraternal Order of Police announced on Saturday, February 20th, their endorsement for Senator John McCain in 2010.
"We are proud to support Sen. McCain who is a champion for those who protect and serve our country at home and overseas," said Lou Manganiello, President of Phoenix Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 2. "He understands our challenges, appreciates our sacrifice and fights for us every day."
PLEA President Mark Spencer has issued a new article posted in the PLEA Recap, making various allegations and continuing the tireless effort by PLEA to discredit the FOP through negative campaigning and non-sense comparisons. In his article, Spencer talks about his "leadership." See what a founding PLEA member and past president says about the lack of leadership, in a letter to Ed Montini of the Arizona Republic.
On Tuesday February 16, 2010, Central City Precinct Officer Gregory Lavelle #8719, passed away as a result of an off-duty motorcycle accident. Services are pending. Greg will be missed by his family, friends and all of his Phoenix Police Department Brothers and Sisters. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.
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The new 2% food tax will save 117 officer and 12 civilian positions within the Phoenix Police Department. This is a great start, but the plan still calls for a substantial number of layoffs. We must continue our effort....Read More...
Presenting All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Phoenix Fallen officer memorial; Includes salad, spaghetti with meat sauce, bread, beverage and dessert. This will be a memorial benefit to honor the 33 Phoenix Police Officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. All of the proceeds from this event go towards the memorial.
Many of our members expressed their displeasure with an article posted on PLEA boards by a rep named Rusty Stuart, who put out untrue information about the FOP's legal plan and operating structure of our organization. This same PLEA rep now comes under fire from the New Times, alleging the same type of "factual inaccuracies" in a 166 manifesto he authored making conspiracy allegations about the Baseline Killer Case. Read More...
The budget crisis has led to a proposal from the city manager that includes lay-offs to a substantial number of Phoenix Police Officers. Please attend a community meeting (listed dates and locations included) to help decrease or eliminate this number. We have scheduled a job fair at the lodge for March 12, to assist those police employees who may be laid off.
by Michael Ferraresi - Jan. 26, 2010 The Arizona Republic
Phoenix is already operating with nearly 383 va- cant sworn-officer positions. After retirements and other attrition, the largest municipal police department in Arizona expects to have more than 425 vacancies by mid-year.
Phoenix's budget troubles came into sharper focus Thursday as City Manager David Cavazos proposed shutting down senior centers, libraries and sports complexes and laying off hundreds of police officers and firefighters for the first time in decades. Read More...
This week, the Vice President of this lodge, Officer James Sink, and fellow lodge member Officer Andrew Barciz were involved in a police related fatal shooting in North Phoenix.
On Saturday, January 23, 2010 Officer Andrew Williams #9560 was awarded the recruit of the year by the Fraternal Order of Police Phoenix Lodge 2 Associate group. This award is given out to the most improved and overall success while attending the Arizona Law Enforcement Academy.
The city budget has been on the front page and the headlines for the local news. However, we at Lodge 2 know this is more than just news for the men and women of the Phoenix Police Department. This not only affects them and their families but the community in which they serve.
We at Lodge 2 have served the officers and the community they serve since 1936; we will endeavor to get information out to help you make your decision. During these trying times it is important to stay informed and don't let the constant flow of information discourage you in giving input that will affect you and the safety of your community.Read More...
BULLHEAD CITY - A former Bullhead City police sergeant who appealed his termination has been vindicated.
Bullhead City was ordered to reinstate Sgt. Raul Garzon to his former rank and pay, as well as his back pay and benefits, following a ruling by hearing officer Harold Merkow.
"We are happy for Sgt. Garzon and his family that the hearing officer understood the evidence and did the right thing," said Garzon's attorney, Neil Landeen of the firm Yen, Pilch, Komadina & Flemming in Phoenix. "However, while this decision is an important first step, we intend on filing a federal lawsuit against the city and its agents to make Sgt. Garzon whole.
The NFOP will be hosting our popular Grievance and Arbitration Seminar January 6 – 8, 2010. The seminar will be held at Harrah’s Las Vegas. This seminar is for law enforcement representatives who administer Collective Bargaining Contracts or process grievances under agency policies. The seminar is hands-on training that uses a series of role-playing and classroom instruction.
The Fraternal Order of Police a group and organization that cares about officers and the community it serves is evident by the very symbol they use to represent themselves.
The five-cornered star tends to remind us of the allegiance we owe to our Flag and is a symbol of the authority with which we are entrusted. It is an honor the people we serve bestow upon us. They place their confidence and trust in us; serve them proudly.
The Phoenix Police Museum is pleased to announce their new “Lifetime Membership” for retired Phoenix Police Employees. Effective August 1st, 2009, all retired Phoenix Police Employee can receive a “Lifetime Membership” for $150.00.Read More...
Indoor Marijuana Course to be held at Lodge 2 on Thursday, November 12 - Friday, November 13, 2009 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. This two-day course is designed to equip investigating Officers and support personnel with the tools necessary to detect, search and seize, prosecute and testify indoor marijuana grow cases. Presented by Midwest Counterdrug Training Center. Free to all Law Enforcement Officers.Read More...
On June 24th, 2009, while I was working my shift in a marked police car patrolling the streets here in Phoenix, like many of you, I received a group message on the computer in my patrol car. This message was a reminder about the free meal down at the PLEA office for Phoenix Police officers. I remembered seeing the flyers posted at the precinct that promoted the event. The message sent to my patrol car also reminded me that the meal was for “PLEA MEMBERS ONLY.” This was in the flyer I had seen and reiterated in the computer message. Those of us that belong to the Fraternal Order of Police, working Phoenix Police officers like many of you, we weren’t invited. This helped to send a clear message to many of us. That message is one promoting division within the police department.
Our FOP email campaign, which sent over 10,000 individual, personalized email messages to legislators from FOP members (and supporters) can be considered a success. Read More...
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