President’s Post
KEITH R. GEORGE
As the summer draws to an end, MAP has been diligently working to continue to protect the rights and enhance the benefits of our union members. MAP, along with our Coalition for Frontline Police Officers, had a busy legislative session in Springfield. We introduced three major bills, one of which was passed and signed into law by Governor Pritzker on August 9th.
Public Act 103-0929 provides our members with enhanced protections from police chiefs who would rather discard you from their payrolls and leave you and your family without benefits. P.A.103-0929 provides two really important protections: (1) bars police chiefs from discharging a police officer for a physical or mental disability that constitutes, in whole or in part, the basis of a pension application; and (2) upon a finding by the pension board that the officer recovered from a disability, the police officer shall immediately be reinstated to the police department payroll at the same rank he or she previously held. This bill is effective January 1, 2025.
Why is this important? Our members have experienced feckless chiefs who have been terminating our members injured in the line of duty. This leaves our members and their families without health insurance, a negative mark on their record (despite doing nothing wrong), and no road to re-employment should they recover from their disability. One such chief in a town that rhymes with Bolingbrook, has administered termination of as many as seven police officers for being hurt at work. At a time when our members sacrificed their bodies and their well-being to protect the public, they were abandoned by their police chief.
Notably, the interesting thing about this legislation, which by the way, was vehemently opposed by our “friends” at the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, has been the law for firefighters for the past 17 years. Firefighter unions across the state have indicated
there have been no issues with this law since it was enacted almost two decades ago.
We also introduced an Arrest Quota Bill which died in committee. Not surprisingly, this bill was also opposed by the Illinois Chiefs, who testified that no police agency in Illinois currently monitors the number of arrests officers make and certainly do not use them for evaluations, promotions, or transfers to specialty units. Although not true, one might ask: if there are no arrest quotas, why would police chiefs be opposed to this bill? I think we all know the answer.
Lastly, we introduced the Police Supervisor Bill, which would have allowed police supervisors to organize and obtain representation from the union of their choice. The language of this bill mirrored the language of the Workers’ Rights Amendment that passed last year. You remember the Constitutional Amendment that all the voters in Illinois passed. Not shockingly, the Illinois Chiefs were adamantly opposed to this legislation as well. Unfortunately, this bill did not make its way out of committee but still has staunch support from our friends in the house of labor. We hope to bring it forth again at a future legislative session.
In case you have not noticed a trend here, let me point out that the Illinois Chiefs are not a friend of labor. They spend countless dollars and hours lobbying in opposition to any bills that will enhance the benefits and working conditions of our members. While speaking with several State Senators and State Representatives, they gave me the impression that the Illinois Chiefs automatically oppose any legislation that comes from the unions, especially our Coalition for Frontline Police Officers. Perhaps their constant opposition will eventually lead to them being identified as the anti-labor group they are, in a State which is clearly pro-labor.
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The Critical Role of Police Unions in Shaping Navigating the Future:
BY STEVE CALCATERRA, MAP CO-COUNSEL
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into law enforcement, offering technologies that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and resource management. AI can automate routine tasks, analyze vast data, and improve decision-making processes. For example, AI systems can analyze video surveillance, DNA, and other forensic data to identify threats and violations, enhancing public safety. Predictive policing models also use AI to identify individuals or locations with high crime rates, improving law enforcement capabilities.
However, AI's role extends beyond operational tasks; it's also being used to monitor and evaluate police officers themselves. Companies like Axon and Truleo are developing AI systems that analyze bodycam footage to reduce the time officers spend on paperwork and increase their availability for community engagement. Axon's "Priority-Ranked Video Audit" software, for instance, uses AI to quickly identify significant encounters within hours of bodycam footage, flagging “offensive” keywords and actions, such as unholstering a firearm. This technology is intended to enhance accountability and transparency by providing objective insights into officer interactions with the public.
Truleo's technology takes this further by analyzing body-worn camera (BWC) footage to detect critical events such as uses of force, stops, searches, and de-escalation attempts. It screens for professional and unprofessional language, aiding supervisors in evaluating officer conduct. Additionally, Truleo’s system uses AI to “verify new officer professionalism,” providing another layer of oversight.
While AI holds promise, its use in monitoring police officers raises important concerns. One major issue is the potential for
AI systems to "hallucinate," a term that refers to outputs or conclusions that are incorrect or entirely fabricated. Such errors are particularly concerning when AI recommends disciplinary actions, as flawed data could unjustly impact an officer's career. Furthermore, AI systems are only as unbiased as the data they are trained on, and there is a risk that they may perpetuate existing biases present in historical data. This is especially problematic in law enforcement, where biased data can lead to discriminatory outcomes. While ongoing research seeks to eliminate these biases it's an ongoing challenge. AI cannot yet understand context and nuance, which are crucial in assessing human behavior. This limitation can result in unfair assessments or disciplinary actions based on faulty AI interpretations.
Another critical concern is the permanence of AI-generated data. In the public sector, once a report or record is created, it becomes part of a permanent record. Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, records held by public agencies may be accessed by the public upon request. Similar laws exist in other states and jurisdictions, making this a widespread issue. Any inaccuracies or biases in AI-generated data can persist indefinitely and may be subject to civil discovery or used in future litigation. Documents created in error can be particularly problematic, as they may be relied upon to the detriment of the employee involved.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BARGAINING IN ADVANCE
Given these challenges, police unions must negotiate in advance regarding how the employer will use AI to monitor and evaluate police officers. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has issued guidance indicating that AI in the workplace is a mandatory subject of bargaining. This means that employers must negotiate with unions about the decision to implement
AI Use for Officer Evaluation
AI technologies, including how they will be used and the implications for employees.
It's important to note that the use of AI for evaluating officers is a relatively new technology, and most police departments do not yet employ AI systems for this purpose. This presents a crucial window of opportunity for unions to engage in proactive bargaining. By negotiating the scope of AI use before it becomes widespread, union members can better protect themselves from the potential misapplication of flawed data. This is the most important time to establish rules and safeguards to ensure that AI cannot be implemented without agreed-upon guidelines that protect officers' rights.
Bargaining in advance is preferable to "impact and effects bargaining," which typically occurs after AI systems have been implemented. By negotiating the scope of AI use before implementation, union members can better protect themselves from the misapplication of flawed data. Once AI-generated reports and conclusions become permanent records, they can follow officers throughout their careers, potentially affecting promotions, assignments, and disciplinary actions. Proactive bargaining allows unions to establish clear guidelines and safeguards for AI data use, ensuring that AI systems are implemented ethically and responsibly.
If AI is implemented without proper bargaining, it can create documents filled with errors, which may still be relied upon or used in future civil litigation. This could unjustly affect officers' careers and undermine trust in the system. By negotiating in advance, police unions can help shape policies that balance the benefits of AI with the need to uphold civil rights and ethical standards. This approach ensures that AI tools support officers rather than replace critical human judgment, protecting officers' rights and the communities they serve. While AI offers transformative potential for law enforcement, its implementation must be approached with caution and collaboration. By actively participating in discussions about AI's role in their work, police officers and their representatives can help shape a future where technology enhances their capabilities while safeguarding their rights and the integrity of the justice system.
Shaping
OMap CHAPLAIN’S CORNER
By Rev. Tammy Roach
“Being Disruptors”
ne of the biggest fears that comes up during our peer support training is being a peer supporter for someone who is suicidal or has suicidal ideations. This becomes a big discussion in almost every one of the classes I co-teach for Cornerstone Retreat Center. This may be one of the biggest fears, but it is very rarely ever part of a formal peer support discussion. Typically, a peer supporter is helping someone through a difficult call, a marriage or family situation, a frustration with upper management, or even an existential crisis about purpose and meaning. We train and we practice scenarios as if someone drops clues about having suicidal ideation or even suicidal intent, but in reality, those conversations are far and few between. Instead, more often, people express frustration over their life or something happening within their life.
What then is the role of a peer or trained peer supporter when it comes to suicide prevention? Well, in addition to knowing the types of clarifying (and direct) questions to ask, having resources available for continued care, and knowing when to act, your role is to be a disruptor.
What does it mean to be a disruptor? According to the Cambridge Dictionary (dictionary.cambridge.org), a disruptor is “a person or thing that prevents something, especially a system, process, or event, from continuing as usual or as expected.” Disruptors can be both intentional and unintentional, and both can change the course of one’s suicide intentions, unethical career-destroying decision, or poor behavior choice that has a negative life impact. Unintentional disruptions could be the phone ringing, a dog that comes up looking for a comforting snuggle, or a knock on the door from the delivery driver. One little disruptor could potentially save someone’s life, marriage, or career.
Disruptors, however, can be quite intentional and that is what each of us is called to be for our brothers and sisters, whether we are a trained peer supporter or not. In this arena then, a disruptor is a person that prevents an event from continuing. He’s someone who notices that something isn’t right or seems different and reaches out to check on his brother or sister. It’s a “Hey, man, that was a rough call yesterday; you seem a little distracted today. How are you dealing
with it?” or, “You usually work out every day after your shift, but I haven’t’ seen you at the gym this past week. You sick? Everything okay at home? Let’s go grab a coffee after work today and we can catch up.” You get the idea. It’s noticing a change in someone’s behavior, pointing it out, and genuinely asking about it with care and concern (yes, even you tough guys/gals have that in you).
There are many behaviors you may notice that could indicate a person is struggling with chronic stress, experiencing trauma after a critical incident, or having suicidal ideations/intent including (but not limited to) alcohol overuse/abuse, social isolation, difficulty getting along with others, and poor work performance or disciplinary problems. However, ANY change in normal routine, a sudden change in behavior, or anything that is uncharacteristic of your co-worker calls for you to be a disruptor. Notice, ask, connect. Notice the behavior or change, ask him or her directly about what you notice, and attempt to connect…be a disruptor. Your attempt may be brushed off, the person may not accept your invitation, but he or she will remember that you noticed, and that you cared enough to ask.
What does it mean to be a disruptor for our brothers and sisters in blue? It means noticing the small changes in their habits, their routines, their attitudes, their demeanor and talking with them about what you notice. It means that when you get a nudge to reach out to someone, that you actually call the person who has been placed on your mind or in your heart. It means following your gut and following up, especially after a difficult call. It means paying attention and proactively caring about the people you work with and serve beside.
Is this a fool-proof solution to suicide prevention, career-destroying decisions, or poor behavior choices that have life-impact? No, certainly not. But, by engaging with your brothers and sisters who may be struggling, early on, disruptors can play a significant role in preventing someone from going down a self-destructive or career destroying path. And that, my friends, is worth it…for you, for them, for their families, for the department, and ultimately for our communities, as well.
Rev. Tammy J. Roach (AKA Tammy, Pastor Tammy, or Chaplain Roach take your pick)
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First civilian MAP board member
BY DIANE KRIEGER SPIVAK
As the first civilian named to the Metropolitan Alliance of Police Board of Directors, Jessica Murillo is optimistic that civilian member issues may be more easily identified and understood.
A dispatcher for nearly 10 years and union member and steward for nearly 8, Murillo knows the job inside and out. An employee at Wescom, Murillo was named president of Chapter 474 in September 2022. On June 1, 2023, she was recruited as a field rep “to learn the ins and outs of the union in a greater capacity as president.” That included how to contact the Department of Labor, learning the process of signing up union chapters and shadowing, and transferring members. August 1 was her first day as a board member. Twenty percent of MAP membership is civilian, and the rest are sworn officers, says Murillo. “We need somebody who has an enhanced understanding of the civilian units and speaks their language. It’s very different to negotiate a civilian contract, versus. negotiating a sworn contract. We assist with grievances and unfair
labor practices. We help to guide them. I feel with civilian chapters it’s almost like this tiny bit of fear that they don’t want to rock the boat. Too many people get walked all over. Sometimes you just have to rock the boat and be heard. Then we are able to negotiate a little bit harder. A big goal is to get arbitration for the dispatch centers so that we are making sure that we are getting them a fair shake.”
Civilian members include dispatchers, public works employees, records clerks and social workers.
An important goal of Murillo’s as a new board member is to work toward a change to have dispatchers classified as first responders, as is already taking place in many other states. Currently, dispatchers are categorized as administrative/clerical. “My hope is turning the conversation that we are truly first responders,” she says. “We are answering those calls, and while we’re not physically going to the scene, we are listening and hearing what’s happening on the other end of the phone. It’s not for the faint of heart to hear those things.” Dispatch calls can be as benign as a barking dog, or as critical as a horrific life-and-death situation. Dispatchers are certified by the state in emergency medical dispatch to give lifesaving and wound care instructions. They have to remain calm and be able to calm those who call in a panic state.
As a civilian board member, Murillo can offer a different perspective in negotiations for the civilian chapters.”For civilians that have anybody involved in law enforcement whether it be a spouse or family member, I feel it’s important that people understand that we may not be going to the scene of these calls, but we definitely are experiencing it with our callers. I think that’s pretty important to understand. The mental health aspect of the job is something I want to shine light on. We’re not on scene but we are listening and most of the time we never get to know the final outcome.”
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Jessica Murillo
The 2024 Metropolitan Alliance of Police Golf Outing at the Links at Carillon was a remarkable event that showcased the perfect blend of camaraderie and competition. Held on a beautiful June day, this outing brought together members of the Metropolitan Alliance of Police and supporters for a day of golf, networking, and encouragement.
Throughout the day, the atmosphere was filled with friendly competition and light-hearted banter. The event featured several on-course contests, including longest drive, closest to the pin, and a putting challenge.
After the round of golf, participants gathered at the clubhouse for a celebratory dinner. The meal provided an opportunity for participants and guests to unwind, share stories from the day, and reflect on the event’s success. Awards were handed out for the different contests. The highlight being the lowest score foursome who received the much coveted, “I Cheated at the MAP Golf Outing” trophy and t-shirts.
The 2024 Metropolitan Alliance of Police Golf Outing at the Links at Carillon was more than just a day of golf; it was a testament to the strength of support for the members, sponsors, and the positive relationships between those serving the community. As golfers departed with smiles on their faces and memories of a great day, the anticipation for next year’s outing was already beginning to build, promising another successful event in 2025.
★★★★★ AT A GLANCEBenefits
For all MAP dues paying members in good standing
ON DUTY CRIMINAL DEFENSE PLAN
MAP will offer assistance to officers who are criminally charged with an offense that occurred within the scope and in the performance of the member’s official law enforcement duties.
LICENSING DECERTIFICATION REPRESENTATION
This coverage extends our current administrative legal defense coverage to the State’s new Law Enforcement Review Panel and the Law Enforcement Training Board’s new decertification authority. This includes actions by sworn officers on and off duty. MAP has a dedicated team of attorneys who will represent our members through all phases of the decertification process.
RIGHT TO BEAR DISCOUNT
Right To Bear promotes freedom and the safe and legal usage of firearms by law abiding citizens. They protect responsible gun owners that are forced to use their firearm in cases of self-defense.
DISABILITY INSURANCE
The MCL has partnered with SSDC Services Corp. (SSDC), a national advocacy firm specializing in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and Medicare coordination. SSDC identifies whether you or your dependent(s) are eligible for SSDI benefits and early Medicare and becomes your Advocate for filing and obtaining these benefits.
ALLSTATE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Your MAP/Legal Defense membership is your ticket to free membership in Allstate Roadside Services, which provides free towing, flat tire repair, jump starts, lockout assistance, and fuel delivery.
OFF DUTY LEGAL ASSISTANCE
When an unexpected legal or family situation arises, you have access to a range of free and heavily discounted services and advice from experienced lawyers and judges.
MAP MEMBER DISCOUNT PROGRAM
Save big with exclusive offers on a wide variety of merchandise and services including:
Vehicles • Groceries • Electronics
• Clothing • Restaurants • Health & Home Gifts • And so much more!
LIFE INSURANCE
You now have free life insurance just for being a MAP member, along with the option to purchase up to $250,000 of additional coverage at the lowest rates possible. All of this with no medical exam, and no questions asked during the open enrollment period.
ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE
Through your MAP membership, you now have free coverage with the option to purchase up to $250,000 in additional
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
coverage for accidents that result in fatality, paralysis, or the loss of a limb, eyesight, hearing, or speech.
CREDIT UNION
BANKS ARE FOR PROFIT, CREDIT UNIONS ARE FOR PEOPLE.
Our credit union exists solely to serve our union members by providing financial products on the most favorable terms we can afford to offer - and that is what we do best.
ACCIDENT/ILLNESS INSURANCE
Accident Insurance pays you benefits for specific injuries and events resulting from a covered accident.
Critical Illness Insurance pays a lump-sum benefit if you are diagnosed with a covered illness or condition.
TAX PREPARATION SERVICES
We have partnered with the HMHF Group to offer affordable and secure tax preparation services. Save time and money over doing your taxes yourself or going with another firm.
FINANCIAL PLANNING
We have partnered with Megent Financial to provide our members in good standing with FREE financial planning services. Megent Financial can guide you along your financial journey, helping you take steps to achieve the growth you wat and the protection you need.
If you are involved in a critical incident or need to contact MAP for any emergency, call 630-905-0663.
ILLINOIS
TIER 2 FAQ
What is Tier 2? In 2010, Springfield politicians created a “Tier 2” of lower pension benefits in an attempt to fix the state’s financial problems by cutting benefits for public workers like teachers, fire fighters, nurses and many more. Tier 2 made a variety of cuts and changes to public employee pension benefits as compared to Tier 1. These changes vary based on the pension plan, but generally include:
Higher retirement ages and longer terms of service required to receive a full pension benefit
Lower cost of living adjustments for retirees
The creation of a maximum pensionable salary cap
Longer time periods used to calculate the final average salary for pension benefits
How do I know if I am Tier 1 or Tier 2? Generally speaking, Tier 1 members are public employees who began participation in an Illinois public pension plan prior to Jan. 1, 2011, and Tier 2 members are public employees who started employment on or after Jan. 1, 2011.
Why do we need to “Fix Tier 2?” Tier 2 participants do the same jobs at Tier 1 participants, but receive lesser benefits that don’t keep up with rapidly rising costs That makes it harder for retirees pay for things like food and medications. Despite receiving diminished benefits, Tier 2 participants must pay the same amount into the pension fund as those who are on Tier 1. In all, Tier 2's lesser benefits make it harder to recruit and retain public employees for key roles in our community, resulting in worse services for residents. Fixing Tier 2 means investing in a stronger state with better services for all.
What is the “Safe Harbor” provision? Would addressing that issue be enough to Fix Tier 2? Because many Illinois public employees aren’t eligible for Social Security, they must receive retirement benefits at least equivalent to Social Security benefits, as determined by a “Safe Harbor” test. There is widespread concern that the Tier 2 benefit is so low that it violates Safe Harbor, leaving the state vulnerable to a potentially expensive lawsuit. But simply fixing the Safe Harbor problem would only impact a small sliver of the highest wage-earning workers Plus, a benefit that merely replaces Social Security fails to provide sufficient income for a secure retirement. Tier 2 as a whole is broken, so we must ensure that the whole system is fixed, not just Safe Harbor
What specifically can we do to Fix Tier 2? Right now, the most important thing is for active and retired union members and allies to sound the alarm to legislators, letting them know that Tier 2 is broken and must be fixed. The specifics of legislation to do so will be determined. We Are One Illinois and the unions in our coalition will continue to be the best source for information and action alerts.
What is We Are One Illinois? Led by the Illinois AFL-CIO, We Are One Illinois is a coalition of unions representing active and retired public employees, fighting for fairness and a secure retirement for all who serve our communities.
Contract Summary
Updates from our attorneys about collective bargaining agreements for MAP members.
JOSEPH MAZZONE
DUPAGE CO CORONER
• December 1, 2023 through November 30, 2026
• Wages:
12/1/23 3.5%
6/1/24 3.0%
12/1/24 3.0%
12/1/25 3.0%
• Add holiday – Juneteenth
• Increase base starting pay
• Increase stipend for senior deputy coroner to 5%
• Increase field training pay retroactive to 12-1-23
Modify entire agreement to allow for bargaining
MOKENA SERGEANTS
July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026
• Wages;
They receive 10% above the highest possible base pay for a patrol officer, Including longevity but not stipends. At the beginning of the 4th year as Sergeant, they will receive 12% above the entry level Sergeant. In the 20th year as Sergeant, they will receive a 1.5% increase to longevity and after 25 years they get another 1.5%.
• Removal of discipline from employee records for oral or written reprimands
• Cash out of vacation days during the year
• Increase the prep time for roll call
• Change the distribution of overtime on a rotating seniority basis
• OIC – If a sergeant is acting up, he will receive the hourly rate for the position he is acting up into.
OLYMPIA FIELDS PUBLIC WORKS
May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2026
• Wages – An initial equity pay adjustment, and an additional skill pay adjustment for 2023, a 4% raise on May 1, 2024, and 4% raise on May 1, 2025. A total of 12% increase over 3 years.
• Added Juneteenth as a holiday
• Evaluation process for wages
MARK MCQUEARY
ORLAND PARK PATROL
In this contract we gave up no concessions and achieved contract enhancements. Below is a list as to what was achieved by the union:
1. 5-year contract
a. 2023 3.25%
b. 2024 3.25%
c. 2025 3.25%
d. 2026 3.25%
e. 2027 3.25%
2. Increased compensatory time to 160 hours.
3. Removed CBA language requiring employees to remain at home while using sick leave.
4. Enhanced the use/purpose of sick leave benefits for personal care of a covered family member on the same terms upon which the employee is able to use personal sick leave benefits for the employee's own illness or injury.
5. Obtained due process language for fitness for duty examinations. Namely, prior to any employee being disciplined and/or terminated because of a lack of fitness for duty, the employee will be subject to an examination by a licensed medical professional jointly selected by the Employer and the Union.
6. Enhanced Funeral leave.
7. For the first time, we now have language guaranteeing retroactive pay for retired members.
8. Elimination of recruit pay. Reduced pay scale to only 7 steps in total.
9. Increase in Uniform allowance.
10. No increase in insurance percentages.
11. Health Insurance Coverage Opt-out stipend.
12. Removed contract waiver of impacts and effects bargaining.
STEVE CALCATERRA
MINOOKA
3-year contract
Wages:
6%
6%
4%
Personal/ Sick days – 12 hours per month
Insurance Benefits: 80% Village, 20% employee
MORRIS
3-year contract
Wages: 2024 4% 2025 4%
OF EMERGENCY If you are involved in a
2026 4%
Vacation time: 0-5 84 hrs
6-10 126 hrs
11-15 168 hrs
15+ 210 hrs
Uniform Allowance: $650
Artificial Intelligence 15.7 FTO 3 hrs comp
OSWEGO
May 1, 2024 through December 31, 2026 (32 month contract)
Wages:
2024 5%
2025 5%
2026 5%
Insurance Benefits: 80% Village, 20% Employee
Vacation time: 0-1 - 80 hrs
After 3 - 96 hrs
After 4 - 104 hrs
After 5 - 120 hrs
After 10 - 144 hrs
After 15 – 160 hrs
After 20 – 200 hrs
Personal/ Sick days: 6 hrs per month until after 4 yrs then 8 hrs per month.
Uniform Allowance: $200 plus quartermaster
SOUTH BARRINGTON
May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2026
Wages:
2022 3.5%
2023 3.5%
2024 3.25%
2025 3.25%
Insurance Benefits: 90 Village 10% member
Vacation time:
0-5 – 80 hrs
6-10 – 120 hrs
11-20 – 160 hrs
21+ 200 hrs
Personal/ Sick days 8 hrs per month
Uniform Allowance: Quartermaster
Other Benefits: 15.8 electronic monitoring device protection
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Special Olympics is more than sports
BY DIANE KRIEGER SPIVAK
Special Olympics gives athletes with intellectual disabilities an opportunity to compete on the playing field.
But it does so much more than that. The program, which serves special athletes throughout the world, provides the impetus to foster skills that stay with its players for a lifetime, empowering them to become leaders throughout multiple platforms.
Metropolitan Alliance of Police recognizes that opportunity and continues to be a major sponsor of Special Olympics Illinois year after year through SOI’s annual Law Enforcement Torch Run.
“We as Special Olympics Illinois and the Law Enforcement Torch Run can’t provide to our athletes if it wasn’t for generous sponsors like MAP,’ says Special Olympics Illinois Senior Director of Development George Peterson, who joined SOI staff in 2022 after a 25-year career as a police officer, where, as a liaison with Special Olympics, he worked with the Torch Run.
This year’s run, which took place the first week in June, included over 3000 officers and 250 agencies logging hundreds of miles throughout the state of Illinois, says Peterson. The Torch Run has raised over $70 million in Illinois since 1986. The interstate relay, held the week before the summer games, runs through 24 different legs throughout the state, culminating in Hancock Stadium at Illinois State University in Normal where the cauldron is lit, signifying the start of the summer games.
“The Law Enforcement Torch Run has basically two goals - to raise funds and to raise awareness for the athletes,” says Peterson. “MAP does both. They are a generous donor to us every year and also they help with awareness, so it gets our message out to get more members involved and hopefully they share this with other potential partners that can come on board and help us provide for our athletes.”
A whopping 81 percent of every dollar taken in by the run goes back to athlete programming, says Peterson. “Basically, when these athletes come out of their regional events to the statewide
events, we cover everything - food, housing, coaching, medals, refs, everything that’s needed, as well as leadership training,” adds Peterson. “We provide training to help these athletes learn how to be public speakers, and also just go on in life with confidence knowing that they can do whatever they want to do.”
No MAP dues are used to support the Torch Run, says MAP President Keith George, noting, “It’s supported through separate fundraising. It’s a natural extension for us. A lot of our members in local police chapters support it, as well. Some members have family members who participate in the games, and some chapters independently support the Special Olympics.”
Peterson says the connection is palpable.“You put a medal on an athlete and you see that joy in their eyes and you’re hooked. If you look at the world today and a lot of people’s views on law enforcement, and then you look at how law enforcement is engaging with the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois, and you see the smiles and the hugs and the high fives, that really lets you know you’re doing a good thing.”
DID YOU KNOW?
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The information provided does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only. You should contact MAP to obtain representation with respect to any particular legal issue related to collective bargaining and your union rights.
How do I protect my marital property from a civil suit?
Protecting Married Officers’ Property
I have received increased inquiries from police clients expressing concerns over exposure resulting from potential civil liability. For married officers, holding property in tenancy by the entirety provides additional protection of officers’ assets.
There are several ways to hold title to real property. However, there is only one way to hold title as a married couple, tenancy by the entirety So, what is tenancy by the entirety? Tenancy by the entirety is governed by Illinois statute, Joint Tenancy Act, 765 ILCS 1005/et seq. as a manner in which married couples hold title jointly on real property. The parties must be married at the time of conveyance of the deed to a property and both must be named on the deed. The property must be “homestead” property or property that is used by the couple as their home.
There are several advantages of holding title as tenancy by the entirety. Tenancy by the entirety, creates unity of ownership and interest. This means that both husband and wife have equal undivided interest in the property. No one person can use or convey interest on a property without first getting the consent of the other. This would include stopping one spouse from obtaining a line of credit secured by the property without first getting the other spouse’s permission. By creating a unity
CASE OF EMERGENCY
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KNOW?
By: MAP Attorney Raymond G. Garza
of ownership and interest, tenancy by the entirety is a good weapon against creditors seeking to lien the real estate assets of a couple. Illinois law states any real property “held in tenancy by the entirety shall not be liable to be sold upon judgment entered on or after October 1, 1990 against only one of the tenants.” For example, if Officer Carl is found personally liable and has a judgment against him for $100,000.00, creditors cannot force the sale of his split level ranch or place a lien against it because it’s also owned by his wife, Pam, who does not have a judgment against her. The exception to this shield, would be of course if debt was held jointly and/or “if the property was transferred into tenancy by the entirety with the sole intent to avoid the payment of debts.”
Tenancy by the entirety also provides for the right of survivorship. This means, upon the death of one spouse, the property would automatically pass to the surviving spouse, outside of probate. The death of one spouse causes the tenancy by the entirety to be converted to tenancy in common as does a divorce. Other forms of holding title like tenancy in common or joint tenants with right of survivorship and their advantages/ disadvantages, will be discussed in subsequent newsletters.
Please contact Raymond G. Garza at Rgarza@mapunion.org with any questions or if you are in need of further information.
Raymond G. Garza – Ray is a long-time MAP attorney who concentrates his practice in collective bargaining, internal discipline, wage and hour, probate, and real estate matters. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army and is currently a member of the New Lenox American Legion Post 1977, where he serves as Post Judge Advocate. Mr. Garza remains active in veteran causes including Wounded Warriors In Action and Paws for Patriots.
Digital Assets and Your Estate Plan
YOUR DIGITAL ASSETS
Digital Assets might sound like something somebody else owns or is limited to the cryptocurrency world of Bitcoin, NFTs, and "wallets." However, we all have digital assets, and more of them than we realize.
Digital Assets include documents, photos, videos, books, audio, music, emails, logos, social media accounts, gaming accounts, and financial apps. Sound familiar? Even cryptocurrency owners will grow to more than one billion by 2028.
While you might not have any crypto, you have an email account, listen to music, and have one or more social media accounts. Many of us brag about avoiding social media. However, there is content on those accounts, such as photos and contacts, that we want to protect. In fact, when was the last time you flipped through your old photo albums? Our treasured photos today are digital.
WHAT HAPPENS TO OUR DIGITAL ASSETS WHEN WE DIE?
With only 26% of Americans having an estate plan, it is safe to say very few people have a digital estate plan. Suppose you have an estate plan over eight years old and not updated. In that case, the Living Trust and Financial Power of Attorney documents do not have provisions for applying authority under the Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Asset Act. The Illinois RUFADAA was enacted on August 12, 2016.
RUFADAA gives your Trustee, Executor, or Agent the power to access your digital accounts. However, authority is one thing; access is another. What about your passwords? Where do you store them? Does anyone have a copy of all your passwords? Because of access and security, we recommend storing all your passwords electronically in a secure platform like LastPass.
Google allows you to designate an inactive account manager to manage your account. Facebook allows users to designate a legacy contact to maintain a memorial page or delete their account.
There is only one practical solution to organizing digital assets and account access. Please maintain a list, provide passwords in a secure location, and include all of it in your estate plan, preferably a Living Trust, to avoid court intervention.
YOUR DIGITAL ASSETS ESTATE PLAN
To ensure your family and friends are left with an accessible and organized legacy, first commit to establishing your Living Trust estate plan. To help you choose the best plan for you and your family, you can explore articles, a free tool kit with estate planning forms, asset inventory checklists, and FAQs in the Tuohy Law Offices Learning Center. You can explore the
Learning Center resources at https://tuohylawoffices.com/ learning-center/
Once you have chosen your plan, list all your digital assets and passwords and include instructions for what you want to be done with your public profiles and who you wish to receive your marketable assets and treasured digital content and photos. Include your list with your estate plan. And enjoy your peace of mind!
YOUR LIVING TRUST POLICE DISCOUNT
I offer a 1/3 reduction of my fees to all police officers and staff, MAP members, and their family members.
If you have property, investments, or bank accounts in your name at the end of your life or incapacitation, they risk probate.
• A Will = Probate. The rule is that no one can legally sign your name. Therefore, all assets in your name are subject to the Probate process, which averages 18 months and is costly.
• A Living Trust avoids Probate.
• Your financial accounts, life insurance policies, and deferred compensation accounts can name your Living Trust as beneficiary, subject to essential tax considerations.
• A Living Trust estate plan includes Health Care, and Financial Power of Attorney documents, and a Last Will and Testament
• A Will is necessary for guardianship of minor children. It also transfers assets in your name out of Probate.
• A Living Trust contains a No-Contest provision and beneficiary Asset Protection clauses.
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Call my office today to lock in your MAP 1/3 reduced rate for a complete Living Trust Estate Plan
Tom Tuohy has been a police lawyer for over three decades. His father was a CPD detective, and his grandfather was the CPD Chief of Major Investigations and Chief of Cook County Sheriff’s Police. You can reach Tom at 312-559-8400, tom@tuohylawoffices.com, or visit his office in Oakbrook Terrace. www. tuohylawoffices.com.
Tom Tuohy
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★★★★★ MEMBER NEWS
St. Charles
Officers Patel, Nicholson, and Mattas. Cop on a rooftop fundraiser.
St. Charles
The St Charles Police Department squared off with the Addison Police Department in a charity basketball game benefiting Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), and collectively raised $1,625 for this great cause! Both departments had a great time.
NIU Police
Congratulations to NIU Police Officer Rich Scott Badge who retired today after 25 years of service.
National Night Out
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National Night Out is one of law enforcement’s most celebrated community outreach events throughout the year. Police departments host a family-friendly night full of games, food, demonstrations and more. National Night Out usually takes place the first Tuesday in August.
The LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office had an incredible time participating in the Touch a Truck event held in the City of Ottawa! The Deputies were thrilled to showcase our patrol vehicles and specialized equipment.
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Torch Run
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Each year, police departments participate in a series of special events and fundraisers to help raise money for Special Olympics. The annual Torch Run is one of the largest efforts to benefit the beloved sporting event.
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Minooka Sergeant
Matthew Chinski retired on July 25, after serving the citizens of The Village of Minooka for 20 years.
Sergeant Chinski has made a difference in people’s lives and in the community as a Patrolman, Juvenile Officer, DARE Officer, School Resource Officer, Training Coordinator, Field Training Officer, Armorer, Truck Enforcement Officer, and final rank of Sergeant.
LaSalle County
Thank you, Sergeant Chinski for your selfless dedication and commitment to the citizens of Minooka.
LaSalle County Cpl. Hubinsky and his trusty partner, K-9 Riki, recently participated in a specialized training session with the Illinois Conservation Police. Exposure to different environments and equipment is critical for the operational readiness of their K-9 units.
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MAP Union
STEWARD TRAINING SEMINAR
The Metropolitan Alliance of Police is pleased to announce our annual steward training seminar on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. MAP representatives and MAP attorneys will be teaming up to provide an educational seminar to provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to effectively represent your members.
Some topics included will be:
• Pension information
• Mid-term bargaining
• Recognizing your rights while exercising collective bargaining activities
• Privileges during discipline hearings
• Garrity and Weingarten rights
• Identifying contract violations and effectively applying the grievance process negotiating / enforcing your contracts
• Officer involved shooting
• Issues specific to non-sworn members, and other current issues.
The seminar will be held at The Holiday Inn Hotel in Bolingbrook 205 Remington Blvd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440. Seating will be limited and reserved on a first come first reserved basis.
The seminar is Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
PLEASE SIGN UP BY OCTOBER 27TH TO RESERVE LUNCH.
Sworn check in 8:30-9:00 and scheduled from 9:00 to 3:45
Non-Sworn check in 9:30-10:00 and scheduled from 10:00 to 3:45
To sign up, use this link: https://forms.office.com/r/Wr97tQScmP Or QR code to the right.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
If you are involved in a critical incident or need to contact MAP for any emergency, call 630-905-0663.
The Value of Relationships
Relationships in any endeavor are essential. All of us, over our lives and our careers, have developed meaningful relationships impacting us both personally and professionally. MAP is in the business of protecting its members’ rights and advocating on their behalf. To better accomplish these core values, MAP has spent a significant amount of time and resources developing relationships in Springfield. We have taken an active role in forming relationships with legislators. We have done this, all in an effort to benefit our membership.
As you know, this past legislative session, MAP successfully passed a statute protecting our members from the predatory practices of unscrupulous employers. Recently, P.A.103-0929 was signed by the Governor and will become effective January 1, 2025. This law amends the Illinois Municipal Code. It provides that a physical or mental disability that constitutes, in whole or in part, the basis of a disability application cannot not be used as a cause for a municipality to discharge a police officer. In addition, should a pension board find a police officer is no longer disabled, the police chief is required to order the police officer into active service, and the municipality shall immediately return the police officer to its payroll, in the same rank or grade held at the date he or she retired for disability.
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I highlight this achievement because it demonstrates the value of relationships. MAP did not accomplish this undertaking alone. MAP achieved this success because we have built relationships with our coalition. But notably, we have built relationships with lawmakers who introduce and vote on these laws. This past session, we demonstrated our commonsense approach and reasonableness to lawmakers. We established our value, honesty, and that we are the voice for working public safety employees across our state.
Please do not think this was easy. Each step of the way, we had to fight the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (“IACP”). Your chiefs actively opposed this legislation and attempted to stop it at every turn. We will continue to advocate for our members because it is the right thing to do. For far too long, legislators have not had a counterbalance to the voice of the IACP. They do now. This is only the start of what is to come. MAP will continue to build and expand its relationships—all for your benefit. MAP takes seriously the trust and confidence you have placed in us as your advocate. We shall continue the fight to better your lives, your safety, and your working conditions.
Mark McQueary, Director of Legal Affairs, can be reached at Mmcqueary@mapunion.org
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