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2310, 2024

October Union Plus Discounts that are so Good It’s Spooky!

 Elevate your career with new graduate degrees Exciting news! The Union Plus College Program now includes graduate degree programs. Whether you're looking to advance your career or explore a new field, we've got you covered. Take advantage of affordable tuition and flexible online learning to achieve your educational goals. Explore Online Degrees Today Disclaimer: n/a Save now, travel whenever! Discounted hotels from Union Plus Fall getaways, holiday season celebrations, or just a jumpstart on 2025 – there’s no better time to save with up to 50% off hotel stays from Union [...]

1510, 2024

Photos of the Week: Forensic Science Week 2024

I.U.P.A. Local Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Assn., #77 Members and forensic professionals were honored by their department and their community during Forensic Science Week 2024! Unified Police Department of Greater Salt Lake posted a video you can view here in their honor on their social media page. They also posted, “We at the Unified Police Department are beyond grateful for the incredible men and women on our forensics team. Their tireless dedication, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to justice are truly inspiring. Day in and day out, they work behind the scenes, solving cases and delivering results that make [...]

1510, 2024

Legal Update: I.U.P.A. Legal Training

I.U.P.A. General Counsel Maria Kazouris conducted I.U.P.A. Legal Trainings in the City of Port Saint Lucie, Florida and Broward County, Florida! Training consisted of: Information about union benefits from speaker Amanda Hergenreder, I.U.P.A.’s Union Plus Liaison, who explained how to navigate the Union Plus website and about discounts on legal programs, shopping, travel, and educational costs. Information about qualified immunity in the current political climate from I.U.P.A. Regional Vice President Scott Johnson who also covered how to run a local union and organizing for power. I.U.P.A. Attorney Richard Weiner discussed a variety of legal topics, including Loudermill Hearings, how to handle [...]

1510, 2024

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💸 Looking for ways to save extra cash for holiday spending AND offset the high cost of healthcare? 💡 Check out the Union Plus Health Savings programs and see how much you can save: 👓 $300 off vision care and eyewear with VSP® Individual Vision Plans 🦷 Save 5%-60% on most dental procedures, including annual exams, root canals, crowns, X-rays and bridges 👂 Save up to 66% on trusted hearing brands 💊 Download the FREE Rx card and save up to 80% on prescriptions! Unlock Savings Disclaimer: n/a

3009, 2024

Photos of the Week: Let’s Talk Program

I.U.P.A. Local Indian River Corrections Deputies Association, #6083 Members participated in the Let’s Talk Program, which provides children with an insight into the criminal justice system and helps them to avoid involvement in the system. Indian River County Sheriff's Office posted on social media, “The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office successfully hosted the first annual ‘Let’s Talk’ program in collaboration with Team Success and Hope for Families. Geared towards adolescents aged 12-18, this initiative aims to provide insight into the criminal justice system, with a central focus on equipping young individuals to circumvent involvement in the system and develop into proactive [...]

3009, 2024

Strength in Service: Good Greek Moving and Storage Supports Law Enforcement Families

Faith, strength, honor, and courage are just a few of the core values that are fundamental to both Law Enforcement Officers and Good Greek Moving and Storage. If you have yet to hear about Good Greek Moving and Storage, the South Florida based company and American Trucking Associations’ 2024 National Mover of the Year, is founded and led by former police officer and Miami SWAT member, Spero Georgedakis. After seven years of rigorous police work, Georgedakis resigned from the North Miami Police Department, seeking to combine his passion for altruism, physical strength, and business into a successful [...]

3009, 2024

Women’s Mentorship Program

I.U.P.A. Local Prince William County Police Association, #5010 Members presented the Women’s Mentorship Program to attendees of the 2024 Women in Law Enforcement Conference in Bowie, Maryland. Prince William County Police Department posted about their successful efforts on social media, “Women’s Mentorship Program: Officers Walton and Khalid attended the Women in Law Enforcement Conference “Take Your Seat at the Table” in Bowie, Maryland yesterday. They presented #PWCPD’s Women’s Mentorship Program to fellow attendees. They shared that the event was instrumental in networking and fostering relationships with neighboring jurisdictions. #GreatWork” Their post concluded by sharing this video, “JoinPWCPD [...]

2309, 2024

Photos of the Week: Lakewood LEOs Helping Kids

I.U.P.A. Local Lakewood Police Union, #303 Members have been busy helping kids. Local #303 Members participated in the 2024 Smile Generation Plane Pull for Special Olympics, while others collected and donated toys to needy kids who had none. Lakewood Police Department posted on social media about the 2024 Smile Generation Plane Pull, “Today members of the Lakewood Police Department and Lakewood IT teamed up to participate in the 2024 Smile Generation Plane Pull Presented by United Airlines. With a respectable 9.6 second pull, we successfully finished our participation raising $3,500 for Special Olympics!!” Lakewood Police Department also posted, “It’s the extra [...]

2309, 2024

I.U.P.A. Sarasota SRO Locals Honor School Board Member

I.U.P.A. Local Sarasota County School Police Association, #6046 President Mary McCarrick and I.U.P.A. Local Sarasota County School Sergeant Association, #6047 President Todd Perna along with members of the locals, I.U.P.A. General Counsel Maria Kazouris, and I.U.P.A. Business Agent Bill Bjork presented Mrs. Karen Rose with the Sarasota County School Board Service Award. Local leaders expressed their appreciation for all of the times that School Board Member Karen Rose supported Sarasota School Resource Officers. The award that had been crafted by the International and signed by I.U.P.A. President Sam A. Cabral and I.U.P.A. Secretary-Treasurer Michael V. Crivello with the language, “On behalf [...]

2309, 2024

Get Ready for Deer Season: Union Sportsmen’s Alliance Game Lover’s Giveaway

Get ready for big game season by learning to butcher your own deer – or getting better at it! In the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance’s (USA) new SMART Tips & Tricks: How to Butcher A Deer video series, career butcher and chef Joe Benelli demonstrates the whole process, from skinning, quartering, and deboning to processing the meat. Along the way, he explains what different cuts of meat are best used for, offers helpful tips, and shares a few of his favorite recipes. New videos will be posted each Tuesday from Sept. 17 through Oct. 15. Check them out and fill your [...]

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