News & Views: July-September 2022

ISSUE 3: JULY - SEPTEMBER 2022

NEWSANDVIEWS

RECOGNITION

QUARTER 2 BRIGHT STAR AWARDS

QUARTER 3 BRIGHT STAR AWARDS

DETECTIVE BRANDON LUNDY, LAW ENFORCEMENT Detective Brandon Lundy was recognized for putting himself in personal danger to stop a fleeing suspect who had shot a Pinellas Park officer. During an authorized pursuit of the dangerous suspect, Detective Lundy was directly behind the vehicle as it neared a busy intersection. Believing that if he didn’t take immediate action the fleeing vehicle would put innocent civilians at risk, Detective Lundy attempted a PIT maneuver but the suspect vehicle abruptly slowed, bringing Detective Lundy’s vehicle side by side. With no time left before the intersection to set up an effective PIT, Detective Lundy crashed his vehicle into the suspect’s to prevent it from entering the intersection. The two vehicles became tangled and in breaking free Detective Lundy’s vehicle struck a tree. Detective Lundy’s actions in stopping the suspect’s vehicle allowed another deputy to hold the suspect at gunpoint. Detective Lundy prevented possible civilian injuries and a potential gun battle with a suspect who had shown he had no aversion to lethal violence.

DEPUTY RYAN GRAVER, LAW ENFORCEMENT Deputy Ryan Graver was recognized for his innovative and selfinitiated investigation of a vehicle which fled from him on a traffic stop. The tag had been used on several different vehicles that had also fled from stops. Using the FLOCK system, Deputy Graver found a travel pattern for that tag and determined a subject using that tag frequented a local business. He got video from the business and used the FACES program to identify a possible suspect.

Looking at FLOCK footage, he found a new apartment decal on the car and used that to discover the complex, an apartment number, and a name. After bringing this to his supervisor he got permission for a special detail which resulted in the suspect being apprehended and charged with multiple felonies.

CORPORAL NICOLE DORRELL, DETENTION Corporal Nicole Dorrell was recognized for the way her work ethic motivates other members. Corporal Dorrell arrives early when her squad is inundated by a large workload and assists wherever she is needed: conducting an opening count, ensuring uniform and linen carts are on location, or providing security for medical personnel. Members can always rely on her knowledge and thorough understanding of SOPs and General Orders. She assists new corporals and shares her wisdom with recruits. Corporal Dorrell creates a congenial atmosphere, making others feel seen and appreciated. She is described as the kind of supervisor who inspires others and is an authentic morale booster.

LAW ENFORCEMENT ANALYST KRISTINA COLE, CIVILIAN Law Enforcement Analyst Kristina Cole has been recognized for her work in keeping tips to the Intelligence Led Policing Unit up to date. ILP receives numerous tips that are essential in providing law enforcement with the most current information to do such things as locate subjects with active warrants or address general community concerns. Cole is always willing to process and disseminate these tips where they need to go in a timely manner. Her colleagues are grateful for her support, and for her willingness to step outside the daily duties of her own niche and help her fellow analysts.

SERGEANT CASSIE NAYLOR, DETENTION Sergeant Cassie Naylor was recognized for developing the new Security Specialists Unit from the ground up. She was given the assignment in October 2021 and had the unit mobilized by January 2022. Security Specialist is a unique pilot program consisting of Florida licensed security officers that hold both D (Security) and G (Firearm) licenses with the Department of Agriculture. The unit takes checkpoint and hospital details. Sergeant Naylor wrote the SOPs and General Orders for the unit, and currently oversees 21 Security Specialists, most of which were new to PCSO. Sergeant Naylor is always looking for ways to improve the unit, and it has thrived under her supervision.

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR VALERIE PHILLIPS AND CLINICAL SUPERVISOR WHITMORE PUCURICA, CIVILIAN Clinical Supervisor Valerie Phillips and Clinical Supervisor Whitmore Pucurica were recognized by EIGHT members of their team not only for their ongoing leadership and dedication but in particular for their excellence during Hurricane Ian. Their good planning ensured that staff who had to stay at the jail were able to take care of their homes and families beforehand. During the hurricane, when members were stressed and worried, these two supervisors kept them feeling comfortable and safe. Whether it was meeting them at their cars in the pouring rain or making sure members had hot home-cooked meals when they were relieved from duty, this pair made a bad situation much better and kept the team running smoothly. Their supervision style of making members feel valued and appreciated as people, not just employees, leads to members being more fulfilled, productive, and loyal.

NEWS AND VIEWS IS A PUBLICATION OF THE COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION OF THE PUBLIC RELATIONS BUREAU EDITOR RICKY BUTLER | ASSISTANT EDITOR/WRITER LAURA L. SULLIVAN DESIGN A ARON GRUDIS | PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN GORDON

FISCAL

Checking Bureau Expenses and Encumbering Funds: Within Innoprise, the Authorized Spending Report (ASR) is a good way to quickly view an entire cost center’s budget vs. actual expense information. The ASR can help you see if there are budgeted funds to cover an expense and see where other funds may be available so you can reallocate money to cover an account that is short.

THE ASR DISPLAYS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: •O riginal Budget is the amount of budget that was originally adopted for that account.

•T otal Budget is the amount of adopted budget plus any budget amendments or allocations that have been made throughout the year.

•B udget Transfers show the total amount of budget amendments or allocations that were made up as of when the ASR was run.

•M TD Exp is the month-to-date expense for that month as of when the ASR was run.

•Y TD Exp is the year-to-date expense as of when the ASR was run.

At the beginning of the fiscal year (October 1st) it is very important to encumber funds in your accounts so they cannot be used on something else that is not budgeted. Encumbering funds can be done with a regular Purchase Order or a Blanket Purchase Agreement. Items you •Y TD Enc is the year-to-date encumbrance plan on purchasing with a P-card should totals. This is the amount of funds that have not be encumbered as well as any funds for been reserved due to approved purchase miscellaneous vendors that you may or may orders and blanket purchase agreements. not use like Amazon or Staples.

invoices against the Blanket Purchase Agreement. These are normally used when there will be more than one invoice against the encumbrance, such as with fuel.

•T otal Avai is the amount of remaining funds Use the regular Requisition/Purchase Order available in the account after all actual and to purchase non-inventory or capital items. encumbered expenses are subtracted.

Fiscal will enter an invoice after goods and services are received by Purchasing. These TOTAL BUDGET are normally used when you will have one - YTD EXPENSE invoice, such as for a one-time repair.

- PRE-ENCUMBRANCES Use the Blanket Purchase Agreement - ENCUMBRANCES for maintenance agreements and other = TOTAL AVAILABLE contracts. The department will enter these

You can always increase or decrease the amount of the encumbered funds during the fiscal year based on how much you actually use. You should enter another requisition request in Innoprise to increase the Blanket Purchase Agreement/Purchase Order. Decreases can be made by sending an email to Purchasing if you find you aren’t using as much of a maintenance agreement as you thought.

•Y TD PreEnc is the year-to-date preencumbrance totals. This is the amount of funds that have been reserved due to proposed requisitions and P-card transactions.

You may not know what you will end up using for a maintenance agreement or other expense, but you should still encumber the funds that you budgeted to set them aside at the beginning of the fiscal year.

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HUMAN RESOURCES

PCSO WELLNESS FAIR COMING IN MARCH The theme of this year’s Wellness Fair is “Let’s Rays awareness!

Buc up and Bolt to our Wellness Fair and let’s get Rowdie!”

The Benefits area is in full swing preparing a fun-filled, corner kicking, power playing time that is sure to be a touchdown for all members. So remember to keep the month of March open and be ready to scramble on over to the PCSO Wellness Fair live and in person!

We’re here to help lessen the learning curve and keep you in the know.

So, if there’s a specific topic you’d like to see featured in a future edition of News & Views, submit your suggestions to proud@pcsonet.com.

Refer a New Hire, Get a Day Off Do you know someone who would be a perfect fit for our agency? The PCSO gets some of its best new employees through referrals by current members. If they include your name as the primary referral you may be eligible for a day off. You get a vacation day and we get a new employee. It’s a win-win!

Once the referred member reaches 90 days of employment, HR will begin the approval process for your day off. The time will be added to your vacation accrual bank. Most members are eligible for this benefit, but there are some exceptions: certain exempt staff, members of the Human Resources Bureau, members that participated in the recruiting event that resulted in the candidate’s application, or members that participate in the referred applicant’s oral board interview. If the applicant lists referrals by multiple members, only the first one listed will be eligible for a day off.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

BY JUSTIN WALSH, FITNESS SPECIALIST

From Desk Job to Deputy

Whatever your Fitness Goals, Justin Can Help At the time I interviewed her, Anika Moody was a Research Specialist in the Strategic Planning Division. By the time you’re reading this, though, Anika will be a Deputy Recruit training hard at the St. Petersburg College Law Enforcement Academy for her new career here at the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.

The career change from a desk job to a physically challenging life as a deputy requires a whole new level of fitness and I feel privileged to have been able to help Anika achieve her goals with my fitness classes and workout plans.

Even though she was already physically fit, Anika wanted to up her game in preparation for the 22-week academy, which in addition to classroom time includes a lot of physical training – running, pushups, crunches – as well as intense defensive tactics training. “Even as someone who has actively participated in sports and fitness my whole life, I’ve learned new and better ways to exercise,” Anika said.

“Justin customizes the workouts depending on my goals. The style of workouts has changed from when I was preparing for a half marathon to wanting to gain more strength to preparing for the academy.”

Anika has been taking my classes for two years and she’s seen the improvement in her strength.

Even better, she has scientific evidence in the change. “During my recent LifeScan, I was told that I’ve gained a lot of muscle in the last two years. I noticed the changes, but it was great to hear there was evidence.”

With a gym at the Sheriff’s Administration Building, one at the jail, and a third north county, the sheriff’s office makes it easy to maintain or improve your physical fitness.

Members can access these gyms 24-hours a day so they are available to meet any schedule from day shift to night shift. “I’m able to schedule time to exercise during my lunch break on a regular basis mainly due to the convenience of having a gym onsite,” Anika said. “This leaves little room for excuses and allows me to incorporate a quick but effective workout into my everyday routine, making it a habit.”

If you’re having trouble getting motivated, bring a friend to your workouts. The camaraderie – and the ribbing you’d get for skipping a workout – might be enough to keep you exercising. “Most days I complete the workouts with other members which makes it more enjoyable,” Anika said.

Now, Anika feels ready for whatever the Law Enforcement Academy might throw at her. “I’ve gained more confidence in my strength and abilities, she said. “I now feel as prepared as I can be for the academy. The fitness program has allowed me to learn

proper exercise techniques and forms that I will use throughout the academy.”

Let me help you reach your goals, whether it is a career change that requires increased physical fitness, a plan to compete in the next Ride And Run With The Stars, or a desire to not feel quite as stiff every time you stand up from your desk. I have classes at convenient times and I’m available for gym orientations or one-on-one personal training sessions.

BEGINNER CARDIO & STRENGTH JAIL GYM Tuesday & Thursday at 6 a.m.

BOOTCAMP SAB GYM Monday & Friday at 6 a.m.

Wednesday At 11:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m.

HEALTH & WELLNESS CONSULTATION SAB GYM Monday & Wednesday from 12 p.m.-1 p.m.

JAIL GYM Tuesday & Thursday from 12 p.m.-1 p.m.

Justin Walsh has been the PCSO’s fitness specialist for eight years. He has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Sport Science and certifications in Law Enforcement Fitness from the Cooper Institute and CrossFit Levels 1 and 2.

To schedule a personal health and fitness consultation with Justin, send him an email at jwalsh1@pcsonet.com, or call him at 727-410-0025.

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SPOTLIGHT CORRECTIONS RESPONSE TEAM (CRT)

CRT: 30 Years as the Final Authority

BY LAURA L. SULLIVAN

The year was 1992, a banner year for our country. Crystal Pepsi hit the shelves, Cartoon Network made its debut, Dr. Dre released The Chronic, and we saw the first PGA appearance of a 16-year-old golf prodigy named Tiger Woods. Among these cultural milestones, 1992 also saw the introduction of the Corrections Response Team (CRT) at the Pinellas County Jail. As the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 30 years of CRT we look at the history and present-day achievements of the highly trained tactical unit known as the “SWAT of the jail.”

“Before 1992 there wasn’t a formalized process,” said CRT member Corporal Kevin Fey. “If something happened they just sent a couple of the biggest guys in. People were getting injured, both inmates and deputies.” Jail staff realized there had to be a safer, more effective way. “They decided, let’s train our people, put gear on them, let them go in in an organized fashion to make sure no one gets hurt.”

started with just a box of surplus military supplies. “It served its purpose at the time,” Corporal Fey said. “But it was basically spare parts. The gear didn’t always fit well.” Today, however, each CRT member has their own equipment specifically sized for them.

Some of the equipment has remained essentially unchanged over the years.

They still use the Emergency Response Belt (ERB) – a strap with Velcro that will Their intentions were good, but resources secure a violent or non-compliant inmate were lacking in the early years. The team and allow CRT members to pick them up

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like a suitcase and carry them safely. The notorious Stomp has been around since 1992 as well. Loud, synchronized, and psychologically intimidating, the stomping sound of CRT approaching can be heard throughout the building and that alone is often enough to convince inmates to be compliant. “It’s like the Jaws theme,” Corporal Fey said. “They know what’s coming.” The intention of CRT is to do their job without any fighting or injuries, so it’s ideal if they can achieve their goals with just sound effects.

SPOTLIGHT

There are five team members on any activation. The Team Leader is the voice of the team, responsible for audible instruction to both the team members and the inmate.

This is necessary because the inmate needs to receive clear instructions if they are expected to comply. Having five people shouting at them would lead to confusion.

Inmates are told what will happen if they don’t comply. “We do everything we can before we go into the cell,” Corporal Fey said. “They are given every chance to comply.”

The next four members line up, with #1 steering the ship. There is a push-pull dynamic, with #4 in the rear pushing forward, #1 in the front leaning back into the CRT member behind them, and #2 and #3 stabilizing the formation. When they are ready and the door is open #1 stops leaning back and lets the gathered momentum from behind push the whole column ahead. As they engage with the inmate each member is responsible for securing one limb – #1 gets the right arm, #2 gets the left arm, #3 the right leg and #4 the left leg. Their movements as they secure and rotate the inmate are precise and coordinated, minimizing any chance of injury. A final member of each activation is the videographer. Although the entire jail has video and audio recording, the CRT team wants to make sure that their actions are transparent.

What started as a 36-member unit in 1992 has expanded to 50 members. Tryouts are highly competitive and begin with a fourhour physical evaluation, followed by an oral board. Prospective new members run, do push-ups, pull-ups, and must be able to bench press at least their own weight. There are also team-building exercises where applicants have the chance to demonstrate leadership and thinking skills. “Sometimes the one who isn’t the best physically but who can make decisions quickly, lead, and knows policy is the best candidate,” said Corporal Fey. If selected, new members go through an intense 80-hour academy.

“We are a very progressive team, aware of industry standards and always trying to stay on the forefront of training and tactics,” said CRT Coordinator Corporal Dominique Kilpatrick. CRT members train once a month. In 1992 there was no training facility, but today CRT has a dedicated training room with two cell mock-ups so they can practice their skills in realistic scenarios. They also practice donning their extensive gear, drilling until they can get everything on in under three minutes.

Safety for everyone is always their top priority. Medical staff is present at cell extractions and can clear inmates for certain kinds of restraints. Inmates may fight violently, but CRT is always judicious in its use of force. “We have the helmets and gear, so we’re the ones taking the hits and making sure the inmate isn’t injured,” said Corporal Kilpatrick. During a cell extraction they move the inmate where they want them “quickly and expeditiously, maintaining care, custody, and control.”

They train for every situation they can foresee, but also learn to make quick, safe decisions within policy. “We have members who can think on the fly,” said Corporal Kilpatrick. “Some things are mundane, but you also get peculiar situations. How do you restrain individuals with varying body types? Our response time is fast. We don’t have time to whiteboard – we have to brainstorm on the move.”

In 1992 CRT primarily did cell extractions, but the unit has evolved. Today, if an inmate threatens to hurt staff, self-harms, refuses to lockdown, or won’t go to court, CRT can activate. They also do a lot of highrisk transports for inmates with a violent history, psychiatric issues, or in other special circumstances such as a gang member or high-level drug dealer who could be at risk of ambush during transport.

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Honoring a Fallen Hero: Deputy Michael Hartwick EOW 9-22-22

Deputy Michael Hartwick spent most of his adult life serving his community: in the U.S. Navy, as a detention deputy in the Pinellas County Jail, and finally as a patrol deputy. He died September 22, 2022 when he was struck by a front loader as he worked a detail protecting construction crews on I-275.

Deputy Hartwick wore his star with pride, and the people who worked with him respected his dedication and commitment to serving the public.

Deputy Hartwick was a “traffic guy” who cared more about promoting driving safety than he did about writing tickets. He was a well-known presence along McMullen Booth Road, making everybody’s commute safer.

Deputy Hartwick loved riding his Indian motorcycle and planning for his retirement in Tennessee. Friends and co-workers describe him as a man with a tremendous work ethic who was always willing to share his knowledge.

He had a smile that could light up a room, and a laugh you could hear from down the hall.

His death is a senseless tragedy, but his life will be remembered forever. He was the emblem of all that is good and noble in a deputy sheriff, and he will not be forgotten.

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TRANSITIONS CHANGES IN THE TROOPS LENGTH OF SERVICE Deputy Bako Bakomihalis....... 10 Years Corporal Ed Belvis Cuevas...... 10 Years Deputy Jose Berrios............... 10 Years Corporal Daniel Bindman........ 10 Years Sergeant Kevin Boulton.......... 10 Years Corporal Jeannie Delgardo..... 10 Years Corporal Nicholas Dinkins...... 10 Years Deputy Dinah Doherty............. 10 Years Buddie Emmons...................... 10 Years Deputy Eric Ford..................... 10 Years Joy Fuller................................ 10 Years Dee Greening.......................... 10 Years Lieutenant Freddie Hayes....... 10 Years Deputy Anthony Henderson ... 10 Years Deputy Eli Karr........................ 10 Years Jen Luciano............................. 10 Years Sergeant Jessica Mackesy...... 10 Years Sergeant John Moten.............. 10 Years Deputy Victor Ortiz Jr............. 10 Years Deputy Damian Peyinghaus.... 10 Years Julie Philbin........................... 10 Years Dino Roumanis....................... 10 Years Amberly Savitski.................... 10 Years Sergeant Crystal Schofield..... 10 Years Corporal Sarah (Fritz) Sutter...10 Years

Corporal Zach Sutter.............. 10 Years Sergeant Nathan Terrell......... 10 Years Sergeant Yvonne Trubey......... 10 Years Marisa Turner......................... 10 Years Eden Ubas............................... 10 Years Deputy Melissa Van Swearingen...................... 10 Years Deputy Dimitar Vasilev........... 10 Years Deputy Jon Andrews............... 15 Years Deputy April Bower................. 15 Years Deputy Daniel Burrows........... 15 Years Corporal Anthony Clark.......... 15 Years Dawn Doncaster..................... 15 Years Deserria Dover....................... 15 Years Corporal Joey Durden............. 15 Years Diana Escobar......................... 15 Years Deanna Hazatone.................... 15 Years Joel Johnson........................... 15 Years Kristin Jones.......................... 15 Years Karen Kunz............................. 15 Years Deputy John McGonigle Jr...... 15 Years Deputy Moose Muzaurieta...... 15 Years Deputy Jeanette Pettiford...... 15 Years Christina Rodgers................... 15 Years Sergeant Robert Serrano........ 15 Years Kathy Smith............................ 15 Years Deputy Crystal Summerlin...... 15 Years Deputy Shelly Whiteley.......... 15 Years Corporal Joshua Wiley........... 15 Years

Sandra Anderson....................20 Years Sergeant Samuel Decker........20 Years Sergeant Chris Deg.................20 Years Deputy Michael Funk..............20 Years Dale Holbrook.........................20 Years Tina Hussey............................20 Years Frederick King........................20 Years Deputy Stephanie Mann..........20 Years Bert Mills................................20 Years Sergeant Bret Mowatt.............20 Years Corporal Emmanuel Nomikos...20 Years

Sergeant Emily Robinson........20 Years Deputy Michael Smith.............20 Years Deputy Kris Speelman............20 Years Lieutenant Bronson Taylor.....20 Years Sergeant Jennifer Vieno.........20 Years Sergeant Antuan Watkins.......20 Years Julie Osborne..........................25 Years Deputy Ron Douglas...............30 Years

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Ashley Anderson Investigative Operations Bureau Economic Crimes Unit Detective Jason Beetz Investigative Operations Bureau Economic Crimes Unit Detective Brian Belcher Investigative Operations Bureau Threat Management Section Deputy Lorey Bosser Professional Standards Bureau Policy Development & Accreditation Division Deputy Josh Boylorn Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Diane Broehm Department of Detention and Corrections Detention Investigations Unit Deputy Janice Chestnut Judicial Operations Bureau Civil Court Security Deputy Robert Cipollini Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Deputy Craig Davey Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Deputy David Deangelo Patrol Operations Bureau Central District Deputy Kurt Goodwin Judicial Operations Bureau Detention Court Squad Deputy Yashica Green Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Jessica Holland Investigative Operations Bureau Intelligence Led Policing

Mara Iocolano Support Services Bureau AFIS Division Cherie Johnson Support Services Bureau Forensic Science Division Deputy Christalyn Johnson Professional Standards Bureau Policy Development & Accreditation Division Deputy Paul Johnson Judicial Operations Bureau Civil Court Security Deputy Sharon Kalmykow Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Ciara Manns Investigative Operations Bureau Intelligence Led Policing Deputy Robert Marsh Judicial Operations Bureau Criminal Court Security Deputy Angela Messina Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Deputy Armando Mirelez Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Vicki Norman Judicial Operations Bureau Criminal Court Security Julie Philbin Patrol Operations Bureau North District Deputy Angelo Randazzo Jr Judicial Operations Bureau Detention Court Squad Deputy Travis Roberts Patrol Operations Bureau North District Sergeant Amanda Sinni Public Relations Bureau Public Information Office Sergeant Will Snyder Jr. Department of Detention and Corrections Detention Investigations Unit Deputy Crystal Summerlin Department of Detention and Corrections Central Division Sergeant Roy Swiech Patrol Operations Bureau Central District

James Ahern 7/14/2022, 9 years of service.

RETIREMENTS

Cristina Acevedo Law Enforcement Analyst Investigative Operations Bureau

Deborah Harris 7/1/2022, 11 years of service.

Ronald Barbetto 7/5/2022, 27 years of service.

Robert Moodie 7/5/2022, 16 years of service.

Michael Lannon 7/5/2022, 16 years of service.

Dennis Patitz 7/6/2022, 20 years of service.

Gregory Maldonado Jr. 7/8/2022, 23 years of service.

Carl Vitro 7/15/2022, 25 years of service.

Oras Mcdonald 7/15/2022, 20 years of service.

Holly Grosshans 7/15/2022, 15 years of service.

James Haley 7/15/2022, 8 years of service.

Dawn Doncaster 7/20/2022, 14 years of service.

John Newman 7/21/2022, 16 years of service.

Paula Rogers 7/22/2022, 8 years of service.

Darlene Carlson 7/29/2022, 16 years of service.

Gregory Freeland 8/1/2022, 15 years of service.

Keith Simmons 8/1/2022, 25 years of service.

Bruce Radcliffe 8/1/2022, 9 years of service.

Ricky Brennan 8/9/2022, 21 years of service.

Donald Holman 8/11/2022, 6 years of service.

Yandy Perez 8/18/2022, 4 years of service.

Michael Miller 8/23/2022, 26 years of service.

Ronald Douglas 8/23/2022, 30 years of service.

Sara Spiva 8/31/2022, 28 years of service.

Sandra Law 9/1/2022, 11 years of service.

Daunika Burge 9/1/2022, 25 years of service.

Corey Cephas 9/9/2022, 7 years of service.

Kristin Jones 9/21/2022, 15 years of service.

Ronald Heck 9/23/2022, 11 years of service.

Gilberto Perez Jr. 9/30/2022, 16 years of service.

NEW HIRES

Piper Allen Public Safety Telecommunicator Support Services Bureau Nicole Bednarek Crisis Response Specialist Patrol Operations Bureau Matthew Bellotte Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections Philip Benoit Warehouse Operations Technician Support Services Bureau

Due to the changing number of entries in this edition, we apologize for any unintended omissions. For promotions, transfers, and new hires, go to SONET, “Administration,” “Human Resources,” “Changes in the Troops.”

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Tyler Bews Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Vernon George School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Colleen Mazzo School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Matthew Rocha Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Richard Boudreau School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Eric Gibson Reserve Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Malik McCloud Deputy Judicial Operations Bureau

Jennifer Romano School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Scott Bowerman Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Sean Godcharles Fleet Shop Assistant Support Services Bureau

Nicholas McDonough Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Frank Rubin School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Jeremiah Brown Deputy Recruit Department of Detention & Corrections

Joseph Gratt Deputy Judicial Operations Bureau

Geoffrey Moore Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Kelsey Sawdy Licensed Practical Nurse Support & Health Services Bureau

Anida Caca Criminal Justice Specialist Support & Health Services Bureau

Patricia Haberberger Registered Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau

Justin Musick Deputy Recruit Department of Detention & Corrections

Travis Capps Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections

Kelly Haedke Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Gerry Shipley School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Alyssa Musto-Addino Deputy Recruit Department of Detention & Corrections

Judy Cleary Records Technician II Support Services Bureau

Chelsea Hall Registered Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau

Haley Short Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Vicki Cory Registered Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau

James Harvey School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Amanda Narum Administrative Support Specialist Office of the Sheriff

Makeda Simmonds Forensic Science Specialist Support Services Bureau

Steve Cox Jr. Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections

Theresa Heckathorn Administrative Assistant Support & Health Services Bureau

Madeline Nettles CPI Investigator (Trainee) Investigative Operations Bureau

Joni Snyder School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Diane Crandall Registered Nurse Support & Health Services Bureau

Suzanne Heller Registered Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau

Julie Nikolov Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Oscar Soto Juvenile Electronic Monitoring Specialist Patrol Operations Bureau

Scott Cruz Deputy Recruit Department of Detention & Corrections

Alexandria Hollwedel Crisis Response Specialist Patrol Operations Bureau

Sylvia Dabrowski Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Candis Hoyte-Williams CPI Investigator (Trainee) Investigative Operations Bureau

Vien Dang Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

April Jack Criminal Justice Specialist Department of Detention & Corrections

Jonathan Dardini Criminal Justice Specialist Support & Health Services Bureau

Dion Johnson Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Daniel Delao Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections

Paul Kelly Jr. Crisis Response Specialist Patrol Operations Bureau

Karma Eckard Registered Nurse Support & Health Services Bureau

Taylor Kimberly Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Tina Eramo Buyer Support Services Bureau

Viviana Kodhelaj Court Processing Technician II Judicial Operations Bureau

David Faucher Property & Evidence Technician Support Services Bureau

Richard Leist School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Spyridon Fletouris CPI Investigator (Trainee) Investigative Operations Bureau

Stephanie Leontidis Registered Nurse Support & Health Services Bureau

Plouda Florexil Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau

Kristine Lombardo Senior Administrative Assistant Information Technology Bureau

Kathryn Fox Registered Nurse Support & Health Services Bureau

Adriane Pace Administrative Assistant Judicial Operations Bureau Jessica Parker Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections Steven Patterson School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau Corynne Paul Inmate Records Specialist III Support & Health Services Bureau Darwin Payne Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections Mary Beth Petrosh Crisis Response Specialist Patrol Operations Bureau Alexis Pindell CPI Case Assignment Technician Investigative Operations Bureau Marilee Pons-Basulto Law Enforcement Analyst Investigative Operations Bureau Thomas Powers Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau Kenna Prins Registered Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau

Ian Tannenbaum Administrative Assistant Support & Health Services Bureau Annette Templeton Deputy Department of Detention & Corrections Vanessa Thomas Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau Will Thomas Jr. Law Enforcement Analyst Investigative Operations Bureau Penny Vaughan Deputy Judicial Operations Bureau Alexis Walker Court Processing Technician I Judicial Operations Bureau LaTiere Wallace Registered Nurse - PRN/On Call Support & Health Services Bureau Stefani Wicks Licensed Practical Nurse Support & Health Services Bureau Desmond Wilson Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Robert Rathbun Jr. Department of Detention & Corrections

Donald Wisman Deputy Judicial Operations Bureau

Channa Maddern Administrative Assistant Patrol Operations Bureau

Analiese Resto Court Processing Technician II Judicial Operations Bureau

Mahaley Wixey Inmate Property Technician Support & Health Services Bureau

Mari Fujimura Forensic Science Specialist Support Services Bureau

Serena Martin Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Denice Rigali School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Nicole Wolfson Human Resources Analyst Human Resources Bureau

Jeffrey Gagnon Jr. Deputy Patrol Operations Bureau

Dixie Marty-Francy School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Jason Rivera Alternative Sentencing Specialist Judicial Operations Bureau

Rebecca Wright Inmate Records Specialist III Support & Health Services Bureau

Chad Gangadeen Communications Teletype Technician Support Services Bureau

Patricia Masterson School Crossing Guard Patrol Operations Bureau

Ricardo Robalino Criminal Justice Specialist Department of Detention & Corrections

Nicholas Young Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

Sabrina Garnand Classification Specialist Support & Health Services Bureau

Tiffany Matheson CPI Investigator (Trainee) Investigative Operations Bureau

James Robinson Deputy Judicial Operations Bureau

Shayne Zappi Deputy Recruit Patrol Operations Bureau

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When Pinellas County was founded on January 1, 1912 after it seceded from Hillsborough, the governor appointed the first sheriff, Marvel Whitehurst. The newly built courthouse was located on Fort Harrison Avenue in Clearwater where Peace Memorial Presbyterian is now.

It is said that the original office was on Cleveland Street above Tilley’s Jewelry store. There were only a few jail cells in the beginning and they were located inside the courthouse.

For the next 47 years the operation of the jail was the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office’s (PCSO) only function.

PCSO handled some special investigations that might be ordered by a justice of the peace or a constable, such as rounding up a jury pool or hunting down a witness in a case, but the jail was its primary responsibility. In fact, through Sheriff Don Genung’s tenure (1958-1975) the sheriff’s only administrative office was inside the jail facility.

The jail cells inside that first courthouse only lasted six years. That building deteriorated due to construction flaws and a brand-new jail was built in 1918 and was used through 1949. There were also some city jails – both Clearwater and St. Petersburg had their own jails during that time. In fact, the Clearwater City Jail let all their inmates out on December 25, 1960 to celebrate Christmas. (It’s assumed they all returned on December 26th.)

Sadly, PCSO only has a sketch of the second facility.

That building lasted until construction began in 1949 on a much larger, more modern building. The cost of this building was $600,000 and it opened in October 1950 with an initial inmate population of 115. The sheriff at that time was Todd Tucker who was truly the first progressive sheriff and had very strong opinions on gambling and liquor – both were illegal during his tenure, though gambling and illegal stills were common in Pinellas County then. While the old jail building still stands today, it is currently home to county administrative offices.

The final project took the jail facility from downtown Clearwater to the current 49th Street location. It was built in many phases, the first one opening in 1979, and the compound increased over the years to include both a maximum and medium security building, and female housing.

With the merger of the County Patrol in 1959, the PCSO added a uniform function to its responsibilities for the first time in addition to jail operations. From a few cells in the original courthouse to the huge complex that stands today, PCSO has certainly expanded its inmate population and it remains one of the primary responsibilities in its 110-year history.

Information/photos provided by PCSO Archive Historian Penny Cooke.