Good Morining K.P.O.A.,

It is election Tuesday and as I came into work this morning the parking lot was full of voters. It is refreshing to see such a turnout, knowing our democracy is being utilized in selecting our next representatives. No matter what your side of the aisle or if you’re somewhere in between, your vote matters.

It matters because the people you vote for today are the same people K.P.O.A. will meet with in Topeka. K.P.O.A. is at the forefront of our legislation when it comes to policies that will affect public safety, law enforcement, and the future of our state. K.P.O.A. has over 3,000 members behind it. That is a lot of voices when we show up in Topeka. That gets multiplied when we partner with the Kansas Sheriff’s Association, Kansas Association of Chiefs of Police, the K.B.I. and the Highway Patrol. I can’t mention all of that and not talk about the hard work our lobbyist, Ed Klump, does for us in Topeka. Ed’s emails and breakdown of what is going on in the capital to keep our officers in the know and allow them to do their jobs more effectively. Thank you, Ed!

As we discuss voting, the future of our nation, the State of Kansas, and your career, we ask that you reach out to those who are not members of K.P.O.A. Let them know what this organization is about and that their membership of our association matters. It’s not about the $30.00. It’s about being counted when we have to step up. It’s about solid and effective training being brought to your area virtually for free. It is about having a network of professionals you can count on. We offer an accidental death and dismemberment insurance policy for you, scholarship opportunities for your children, and even some financial incentives through the National Police Federal Credit Union. We are more than “just another association”, we are a broad network working for you and your family.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me. If any of your colleagues have questions about the association have them do the same.

Love Ya’ll!!

Chief Braden Moore