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COUNCIL MEMBERS MISLEAD THE PUBLIC REGARDING POLICE ASSOCIATION NEGOTIATIONS

For Immediate Release - October 31, 2023 Contact - (707) 644-3913 - [email protected] COUNCIL INACTION IMPEDES PUBLIC SAFETY ASSISTANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS MISLEAD THE PUBLIC REGARDING POLICE ASSOCIATION NEGOTIATIONS Vallejo, CA - After 18 months of negotiations that include multiple proposals and counter-proposals, the Vallejo City Council has not ratified a labor agreement with the Vallejo Police Officers’ Association (VPOA). The City Council’s inactio...

VPOA Supports Changes To VPD Policies & Procedures

For Immediate Release October 16, 2023 Contact: (707) 644-3913 [email protected] VPOA Supports Changes to VPD Policies & Procedures Vallejo, CA – Since the OIR Group published its 45 recommended changes to the Vallejo Police Departments’ policies and procedures almost 5 years ago, the Vallejo Police Officers’ Association (VPOA) supported them and continue to do so today. Chief Ta has implemented many of the recommendations in the short amount of time he has been the Chie...

Vallejo City Council Declaration Of Emergency Damaging To Public Safety

For Immediate Release - July 27, 2023 Contact: (707) 644-3913 [email protected] Vallejo City Council Declaration of Emergency Damaging to Public Safety Vallejo, CA – The declaration of an emergency will do nothing to improve the safety and security of Vallejo residents, businesses, and visitors. Instead, it will result in more officers leaving the Department for better working conditions, a stable working environment, and where their efforts are appreciated. Rather...

Remembering Jim Capoot

Today we remember the sacrifice Vallejo Police Officer James Capoot made while serving and protecting the safety of the residents of Vallejo. Jim was murdered by a bank robber he was chasing in 2011. That criminal was ultimately arrested and convicted. Please take a moment to reflect on Jim’s life and his family today, as well all the other officers that have been killed in the service to their community. A writing from one of our members: Semper Fi Brother.For our new h...

VIOLENT CRIME SPREE WORST IN MEMORABLE HISTORY

For Immediate Release September 16, 2022 Contact: (707) 644-3913 [email protected] VIOLENT CRIME SPREE WORST IN MEMORABLE HISTORY Vallejo, CA – The Vallejo Police Officers’ Association (VPOA) regrets to shed light on one of the most violent crime spikes in recent memory that culminated in the shooting of a 10-year-old-child as well as a Vallejo High School employee. Our thoughts are with those impacted by the violence and we offers our condolences to the victims and their...

Congrats And Thanks For Your Service!

The Vallejo Police Officers’ Association is sad to announce the retirement of two more veteran police officers, but also want to congratulate both of them on their long and stellar careers. Sergeant Richard Wanzie (27 years of service) and Sergeant Daniel Acfalle (25 years of service) both recently retired with a combined total of 52 years of experience. Sergeant Wanzie most recently supervised the Community Service Section (CSS) while Sergeant Acfal...

Vallejo Police Officer Memorial Run For Our Heroes

Vallejo Police Officer Memorial Run for Our HeroesHonoringJim Capoot ~ Jeff AzuarCalvin Thacker ~ William EassonWatchman Toal & K9 Rondo Hosted by the Vallejo Police Officers’ AssociationBenefiting the Vallejo Police Activities League Registration is from 8:00 AM to 8:50 AM Race begins at 9:00 AM Information Flyer Here Register Online Here