The I.U.P.A. IT Department works hard to keep our headquarters safe from hackers and ensure that everything runs smoothly. They also provide top-notch technological support to our locals and share IT tips in our blog, the I.U.P.A. Briefing Room. Techopedia defines a password vault as, “a software program that keeps a number of passwords in a secure digital location. By encrypting the password storage, the password vault offers users the ability to use a single master password for accessing a number of different passwords used for different websites or services.” Techopedia has an article where they discuss password vaults further, “A [...]

I.U.P.A. Local Sebastian Police Officers Association, #6053 Members participated in high-risk traffic stop training with officers from neighboring agencies. Sebastian Police Department posted about it on social media, “The Sebastian Police Department hosted multi-agency training that was conducted by the Indian River County Sheriff's Office Training Unit. This high-risk traffic stop training involved the Sebastian Police Department, Vero Beach Police Department, Fellsmere Police Department, and the Indian River Shores Public Safety Department.” The post continued, “Thank you to the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office Training Unit for conducting this important training to help keep our community safe!” [...]

Give your pet the care they deserve with affordable pet insurance. Union members enjoy exclusive savings on Pets Best plans, starting at just $10/month or less. Celebrate National Pet Health Insurance Month this September by protecting your furry friend’s future. More About Pet Insurance: The Union Plus pet insurance program, provided by Pets Best, reimburses you up to 90% on eligible veterinary bills. Our most budget-friendly plan is the Accident Only plan for $10 or less per month! For more coverage options, explore illness and routine care plans customized to your pet and your budget. Plus, all Pets Best customers [...]

I.U.P.A. Local Defiance Police Officers Assn., #166 Members taught kids at Cadet Camp about police work. The local raises funds annually to fund Cadet Camp through their annual golf fundraiser. Defiance Police Department posted on day one of the camp, “It's camp week for the Defiance Police Department Cadets! This is a youth program where members of the DPD mentor and teach the participants different aspects of the Law Enforcement Profession. All 23 participants arrived yesterday, and got a chance to explore the camp, before coming together for their first meal.” On day two, the department shared, “Day 2 for the [...]

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  I.U.P.A. Local Indianapolis Airport Police Officers Association, #71’s Executive Board, alongside I.U.P.A. attorney Daniel Bowman, negotiated successfully to achieve significant pay increases and enhanced benefits! I.U.P.A. Local Indianapolis Airport Police Officers Association, #71 President Michael Moore stated, “I.U.P.A. Local #71 is pleased with the successful negotiations of our new contract. Past President David Bowles started the negotiations and led the way. President Michael Moore and Vice President Ben Ely took up the torch and drove the negotiations home. We’ve learned a lot with this round and look forward to our next round of negotiations. We hope to make even more positive [...]

Union Sportsmen’s Alliance Big Catch Giveaway!   Whether a beginner or seasoned angler, we can all benefit from the advice of a pro angler, whose skills and knowledge are tested at every tournament. In the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance’s SMART Tips & Tricks: Pro Advice for All Anglers 3-video series, pro-angler Jesse Spellicy shares the five best baits to catch fish anywhere in the country, when and how to use those baits, and how to choose the best fishing rod for you. New videos will be posted each Tuesday from August 20 through September 3. Check them out [...]