Important Update
CSLEA Legal Defense Fund More than $2.5 Million Strong
“This fund is an example of the strength of our union and is of great importance to CSLEA members who suddenly find themselves in need of legal assistance for criminal or civil matters arising from the course and scope of employment. The CSLEA Legal Defense Fund is part of the ‘career insurance’ CSLEA often speaks of. No law enforcement, public safety or consumer protection professional should be without it.”-Alan Barcelona, CSLEA President
Legislative Update – October 15, 2024
By Shane LaVigne, LaVigne Strategies
End of Session:
Governor Gavin Newsom faced a September 30th deadline to act on over 1,200 bills sent to him this year, providing a clearer view of his political philosophy as he enters his final two years in office. Newsom signed 1,017 bills into law and vetoed 189, giving him a veto rate of just under 16%, slightly above the decade-long average. His decisions reflected a pragmatic, fiscally cautious approach, likely influenced by the state’s economic uncertainties.
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Working For You News
CSLEA and ACWO Meet with Cadets at CDFW Wildlife Academy
OROVILLE – On January 10, 2025, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Chief Counsel Kasey Clark, Association of California Wildlife Officers (ACWO) Vice President Max Roland and CSLEA Member Services Representative Marco Castro met with 25 cadets as they began their training at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife Academy in Butte County. The […]
Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law
Eliminates Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset Reductions to Social Security Benefits “As State employees this is a win for many of us. As State employees assigned to Bargaining Unit 7, no Social Security deductions are taken from our paychecks, but there may have been times in our lives in which we worked at […]
CSLEA and SPPOAC Representatives Visit Cadet Rangers at Academy in Butte County
BUTTE COUNTY- On December 27, 2024, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) and State Parks Peace Officers Association (SPPOAC) representatives conducted a New Employee Orientation for nine State Park peace officer ranger cadets at the academy at Butte College. SPPOAC Director Tom Pagan, CSLEA Chief Counsel Kasey Clark and Member Services Representative Marco Castro […]
Recognizing the Career and Retirement of CSLEA Site Representative Sgt. Kenneth Williams
CSLEA wishes to recognize the career and retirement of Sgt. Kenneth Williams. Sgt. Williams recently retired after a career that began in September 2000, with the California Science Center’s Exposition Park Department of Public Safety. During Sgt. Williams’ career, he served under eight Chiefs and six Exposition Park Managers. Exposition Park sits just south of […]
CalHR Announces Changes to Pay for Certain Unit 7 and Excluded Classifications
Changes Will Increase Rates of Entry Level and Supervisory / Managerial Positions On November 13, 2024, CalHR furnished CSLEA with information concerning its intention to make adjustments to certain Unit 7 and supervisory/managerial classifications. Both of the changes are within CalHR’s existing statutory authority to implement classification-wide HAMs (Hiring Above Minimum) and to set the […]
CSLEA Directors Re-Elect Vice Presidents at 4th Quarter Board Meeting
Special guests Senate Pro Tem Mike McGuire and Assemblymember Juan Alanis speak with CSLEA directors “We thank the California legislators who take time out of their busy schedules to attend a CSLEA Directors’ meeting to learn more about our members and to discuss issues that impact our careers, our families and our day-to-day living. They […]
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ABC Agents and MCSO Target Underage Drinking
MONTEREY COUNTY – On January 10-11, California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) agents worked with Monterey County Sheriff’s deputies to conduct enforcement operations aimed at reducing underage access to alcohol. As a result of the operations, three people were cited, two clerks who sold alcohol to a minor, and an adult who purchased alcohol […]
One Arrested in Kern County EBT Sting Operation
A California DSS and Kern County DA investigation “Protecting EBT resources meant to assist families is important to taxpayers, the assistance programs, the families that need help and to our communities. Kudos to those involved in this investigation and sting operation.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona BAKERSFIELD -On January 2, 2025, the Kern County District […]
State Seizes Nearly $23 million in Illicit Cannabis in Oakland
“Ongoing efforts to rid California of illicit cannabis grows and cultivation operations help to protect consumers, legal cannabis operations and California’s finances. We appreciate the work conducted by UCETF and thank the law enforcement officers for their continued work identifying and investigating these illegal operations.” –CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SACRAMENTO – On December 31, 2024, […]
Chico Gang Member Sentenced to 31 Years in Prison for 2021 Shooting
California DOJ Criminalists assisted with firearm and shell casing analysis “The work done by California DOJ criminalists is of great assistance to police investigations and the prosecution of suspects accused of crimes big and small. California DOJ criminalists are true partners in public safety and criminal justice. We thank them for their service to the […]
State Park Ranger K9 Unit Assists Pismo Beach PD with Drug Search
PISMO BEACH – On December 27, 2024 Pismo Beach Police officers contacted an individual sleeping in his vehicle in the pier parking lot after closure hours. According to the Pismo Beach Police Department, when the subject opened his door, a large amount of marijuana was visible which prompted a vehicle search. A State Parks ranger […]
CDFW Officers Seize Unlawful Catch in San Francisco
“It is important for our environment and fish and wildlife populations that CDFW wardens investigate cases involving unlawful catches. In addition to their investigations, they assist local district attorneys’ offices with prosecutions.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SAN FRANCISCO – On December 30, 2024, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced the recent […]
