THE BLACK POLICE ASSOCIATION
Holiday Message and Reflection:
- The Black Police Association (BPA) board expressed gratitude for members’ participation and contributions in fostering inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration.
- Encouraged members to engage more in 2025 through committees, events, and other initiatives.
- Membership Dues: Increase to $62.83 per month starting January 1, 2025, to sustain operations and services.
- Board Elections: All positions open for candidates in the first quarter of 2025, with detailed responsibilities to follow.
- Office Closures: Listed holiday closure dates for November and December 2024, and January 1, 2025.
- Highlighted the success of the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat event in partnership with the Dallas Police Department’s Redbird Outreach Center.
- Recognition of Sergeant James Porter’s graduation from a police supervision course and Detective Ashley Beechem’s award for Homeland Security Investigations Task Force Officer of the Year.
- Financial Wellness: Emphasized budgeting, debt management, and aligning financial decisions with personal goals for stability and peace.
- Emotional Wellness: Advocated for proactive mental health support within the police force and highlighted the importance of camaraderie and peer support.
- Reaffirmed commitment to collective success and improving the BPA's mission. Encouraged collaboration for continued progress in the coming year.