2024 NHPA Scholarship Recipients
Congrats to the 2024 NHPA Scholarship recipients!
Congratulations to the
2024 NHPA Scholarship Recipients:
Mairead Kirby
New England College
Madison Bernhard
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Samantha Nightingale
Keene State College
Madeline Koehler
University of Montana
Ryann Morrison
Merrimack College
Joseph Mangone
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Kayleigh Megowen
University of Maine
Tyson Landry
SNHU
Micah Swenson
Liberty University
Ryan Zheng
Dartmouth College
Spring 2024 Updates
Brothers and sisters,
The NHPA board and board of directors held their monthly meeting this past Tuesday. We had 2 board members travel to Washington DC to attend Police Memorial week. They spoke highly of it as usual, and we hope to have more representation from the NHPA in future. Much of the meeting focused on legislation including the retirement bills being considered as well as the so-called Critical Injury bill. This bill is aimed to help NH law enforcement officers who are seriously injured in the line of duty. While these bills continue to be scrutinized and amended by our law makers for a variety of reasons, NHPA lobbyists and board members continue to advocate and offer testimony in the best interest of New Hampshire Law Enforcement. Additionally, the NHPA attorneys have continued to work through the many questions, concerns, and issues regarding the EES or Exculpatory Evidence Schedule, which was preciously known as the “Lorrie List”. Our attorneys were in the NH Supreme Court much of last week advocating for you.
The annual NHPA golf tournament is quickly approaching next month. While this tournament has been full for some time, feel free to contact the NHPA board to see how you can get involved in the future and other ways to support the tournament.
As always, feel free to reach out to an NHPA board member if you have any thoughts, questions, or concerns about anything affecting law enforcement in NH. We are also seeking involvement and participation from members to help. If anyone would like to sit in on a monthly meeting either in person or via Zoom, please contact us. And finally, please make sure that you, your union, or agency are members of the New Hampshire Police Association.
With Regards,
Frank Swirko
February 2024 NHPA Updates
Brothers and sisters,
The NHPA has continued to represent and advocate for you behind the scenes and at the State House. Our work on your behalf continues.
We held our monthly in person meeting last Tuesday February 20th in Salem. Legislative topics included the recent hearing on Qualified Immunity which went well for law enforcement. An NHPA representative testified and there was a good turnout overall speaking against the bill which would abolish Qualified Immunity in New Hampshire. In fact, there was overwhelming opposition to the bill in the hearing. While the effort to prevent changes to current law seems to be going well again this year, we need to remain vigilant as qualified immunity will likely continue to be threatened.
The NHPA also continues to closely monitor a number of other bills and subjects affecting us including retirement, police details, the misconduct committee, and first responder mental health.
The President of the NH Group II Retirement Coalition was present again to speak about their current position regarding their possible lawsuit.
The remainder of the meeting was spent discussing housekeeping topics such as police memorial week and scholarships.
As always, feel free to contact a board member if you have any questions, thoughts, or are interested in getting more involved. Involvement is vital in an association like ours.
Take Care and stay safe!
Mike Geha
President, NHPA
November 2023 NHPA Updates
Brothers and sisters,
The NHPA held it regular monthly meeting on Tuesday November 21, 2023.
The board met with Representative Kimberly Abare who is seeking an endorsement for Donald Trump and Russell Prescott who spoke about his run for Congress. Officials and members in attendance questioned him about his position on qualified immunity, the retirement system, and law enforcement support among other topics. Leaders of the newly formed NH Group II Retirement Coalition were in attendance to speak about the coalition’s origins, intent, and answered questions. Much of the night was taken up with conversation regarding retirement issues and the committee which has recently concluded their meetings regarding the current state of the retirement system for the “middle tier” affected in 2012 as well as the overall system.
Ken Chamberlain was presented with a plaque in recognition of his work and dedication to the NHPA and NH law enforcement. Ken is a Retired Manchester Police Officer, Former president of the Manchester Police Patrolmans Association, is a past president of the NH Police Association, and he has continued to work with and support the NHPA and all law enforcement since his retirement.
NHPA Attorney Marc Beaudoin gave a legal update and NHPA lobbyist James Demers gave legislative updates on a variety of topics to include retirement, qualified immunity, HB 526 (traffic details), and SB 134 (disability for LE seriously injured in the line of duty).
****************The NHPA meets monthly advocating for and representing all NH law enforcement in the courts and at the State House. Please support us by becoming a member and getting involved. For more information, visit our website and contact a board member for details. ************************
October 2023 NHPA Updates
Brothers and Sisters,
The NHPA board met on Tuesday October 17, 2023 for their monthly meeting. During the meeting, the minutes from the May 2023 meeting were adopted. The NHPA continues to be very active, and here is a quick summary of what we have been up to the past few months.
In June, we held our annual golf tournament in lieu of our meeting, which went well. In July we met specifically to discuss the property owned by NHPA, It was decided that we take August off, and in September, Kelly Ayotte was our guest and she spoke and answered questions regarding her upcoming run for NH state Governor. Below are the topics discussed at this months meeting:
In attendance: President Michael Geha of the Salem Police Department, Vice President Timon Aikawa of the Londonderry Police Department, Treasurer John Cinelli of Nashua Police Department, Secretary Frank Swirko of NH Parole and Probation, Patrick Cheetam of the Londonderry Police Department, Kyle Daley and Justin Breton of the Manchester Police Department, Jeff Mullaney of the UNH Police Department, Joshua Quigley of the NH State Police, Ken Chamberlain retired from the Manchester Police Department, Attorney Jake Krupski, and our media advisor Scott Spradling.
Joining Remotely: Thomas Prasol of Demers and Prasol Inc.
1. The meeting was called to order at 1855 hrs.
2. Thomas Prasol discussed the status of the Group II retirement committee which is discussing the reinstatement of certain items taken away from the "middle tier" in 2012 changes.
3. Attorney Krupski gave a legal update. Specifically, he discussed the Exculpatory Evidence Schedule or EES (previously known as the" Lorrie List".
4. We discussed all of the political candidates who are reaching out to us for endorsements and planned how we would be handling meetings with them this year.
5. Ken Chamberlain spoke about the golf tournament, trips to Washington DC for the annual Police Memorial Week, and other housekeeping and items to consider for these events moving forward,
6. The board spent a considerable amount of time discussing the retirement topic, challenges and the best strategy moving forward to continue advocating for members.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 2030 hrs.
The NHPA board meets at various locations on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. If anyone is interested in attending or getting more involved in the work that NHPA does, please feel free to contact a board member and/or attend a meeting. Also, please feel free to contact board members with any thoughts, questions, and concerns anytime. nhpasecretary1@gmail.com
There is power in numbers and the more educated we all are about the NHPA, the stronger we will be.
2023 NHPA Scholarship Recipients
Congrats to the 2023 NHPA Scholarship recipients!
Congratulations to the
2023 NHPA Scholarship Recipients:
Grace Perley
Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH
Brady Morris
University of New Hampshire
Ryan Storm
Norwich University, VT/Virginia Tech, VA
Eva Bondaz
Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH
Alexandra Bessette
Endicott College, Beverly, MA
Cameron Bernard
Southern New Hampshire University, Hooksett, NH or New England College, Henniker, NH
Gabe Hill
Mount Saint Mary College, Newburgh, NY
Ethan Flaherty
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Gianna Massaro
Suffolk University
Dominic Massaro
Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI
A Message from the NHPA President
Detective H. Michael Geha, NHPA President
Brothers and Sisters,
I would like to introduce myself to you as the New Hampshire Police Association President. I am very excited to be leading such an important Professional Association. There are so many challenges that law enforcement officers face today. From the ever-changing technology to the lack of funding, it’s hard to keep up. There’s no question it can be dangerous, but the rewards far outweigh the risks for some officers. If you ask most law enforcement professionals what they like about their jobs, they will talk about how rewarding it is to know they’re making a difference in people’s lives. Not only do police officers save people from physical harm, but sometimes from much more serious threats such as alcohol, drug addiction, abuse, and neglect.
Sir Robert Peel is often referred to as the father of modern policing. When forming the Metropolitan Police Force in London in 1829, he said this, “The police are the public and the public are the police; the police being only members of the public who are paid to give full time attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence.” That statement, made almost 200 years ago, is still applicable today. To better understand modern law enforcement, it helps to look at our profession from a historical perspective. Everyone in the community shared responsibility for enforcing the laws.
Every day you are building your personal brand – your personal and professional reputation. Your personal brand represents your police departments. Every day you could build up your brand or tear it down, with every person you interact with – whether good or bad. To build relationships you must first build trust. Not just with your co-workers and supervisors, but with people in the community you serve. Be available and approachable, provide help, advice, coaching and continued support for other police officers. Look for ways to help other people be successful.
Treat everyone with respect. Actively listen to the ideas of others to understand rather than to oppose. When someone is talking, listen to what they are saying instead of thinking about what you are going to say when they stop talking. Everything you do reflects not only on you and your personal brand, but on your family, your department, and the law enforcement profession.
My message to you: Enhance your credibility by demonstrating good sense, technical ability, and professionalism. To be successful, you must always strive to learn and improve. Basic Police Training is exactly what it says, “basic police training.” Read, study, go to specialized training, learn, practice new tactics, and earn a degree. Pay attention to yourself physically, work out, run, eat sensibly, take care of your body. Be better prepared than the other person… the one you are going to meet one day in head-to-head combat. Stay safe.
Detective H. Michael Geha
The 20th Annual Lt. Steven P. Demo Memorial Golf Classic
Please join us for NH’s Premier Law Enforcement Golf Outing. The tournament will be held on Monday - August 17, 2020 at the Oaks Golf Club in Somersworth.
The 20th Annual Lt. Steven P. Demo
Memorial Golf Classic
To benefit the
NH Law Enforcement Cancer and Charitable Foundation, Inc.
COVID-19 NOTICE: At this time, we are not sure what restrictions will be in place at the time of our golf tournament. Please provide an email or cell phone for updates as we get closer to the date. The Program may change.
Please join us for NH’s Premier Law Enforcement Golf Outing. The tournament will be held on Monday - August 17, 2020 at the Oaks Golf Club located at 100 Hide-Away Place – Rt. 108 Somersworth, NH 03878. Registration starts at 7:00 AM.
The cost of the Tournament is $125.00 per person. Included in your registration fee:
Tournament Golf - Electric Cart
Banquet, Auction and Raffle
Gift bag
The format will be a shotgun scramble best ball starting at 8:30 AM. Space is limited to 144 golfers, so send in your registration form NOW! A Harley Davidson Motorcycle will be given away for a “hole in one”. Awards will be given to closest to the pin and longest drive. There will be Vegas holes, raffles and give-a-ways. Following the tournament, there will be an awards ceremony and a banquet held at the Oaks Golf Club. Prize awards and trophies will go to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place teams.
Seeking treatment is a costly endeavor for our law enforcement families struggling to get healthy. We want these brother and sister law enforcement officers to focus on getting healthy, which is what is most important, not how they are going to find the money to get to treatment. These families rely on us to help them get through these tough times. Please help maintain this most worthy charitable endeavor.
COST:
$125.00 per player
DATE:
Monday, August 17, 2020
LOCATION:
The Oaks Golf Club, 100 Hide-Away Place – Rt. 108, Somersworth, NH 03878
REGISTRATION:
07:00 AM – Dunkin Donuts
FORMAT:
08:30 AM - Shotgun Start; Best Ball; Scramble
BANQUET:
The Oaks Golf Club
SPECIALS:
1st; 2nd & 3rd Place prizes
Longest Drive
Closest to pin
Putting contest
Raffles
Las Vegas Holes
PLAYERS RECEIVE:
Player’s gift bag, round of golf, electric cart, driving range balls, food and beverages at registration and the turn, banquet, raffles, silent auction, and awards to follow
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT the New Hampshire Law Enforcement Cancer and Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Tax ID Number: 26-1236570
Make Checks payable to the NHLECCF, Inc.
2020 Sponsorship Schedule
TOURNAMENT SPONSOR AWARDED TO THE HIGHEST FINANCIAL SPONSOR
DOUBLE DIAMOND SPONSOR: $5,000.00
DIAMOND SPONSOR: $2,500.00
Platinum: $1,000.00
*Hole Sponsor
Foursome
Banquet
Sign on Tee Box
Silver: $500.00
*Cart Sponsor
Banquet
Sign on Course
Gold: $750.00
*Green Sponsor
Twosome
Banquet
Sign on Green
Bronze: $250.00
*Lunch Box Sponsor
Banquet
Sponsorship Sign
Lt. Steven P. Demo – NH Cops with Cancer Fund
20th Anniversary Gala
To benefit the
New Hampshire Law Enforcement Cancer and Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Please join us on August 15, 2020 at the Dover, NH Elks Lodge located at 282 Durham Road in Dover, NH to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Lt. Steven P. Demo – New Hampshire Cops with Cancer Fund, Inc.
There will be a concert put on by the
MOTOR BOOTY AFFAIR
A popular 1970’s Disco Group who sells out the venues they appear at and help with many charitable organizations such as ours.
Please visit their web site at www.motorbootyaffair.com for more info.
BIO: Motor Booty Affair has been lighting up stages across America with their 70’s extravaganza for several years, continually improving on the show that has been dubbed “The Ultimate Disco Party Band”. The music is infectious - the most danceable songs of all time. The band is tighter than tight, delivering dance floor classics with confidence, groove, style, and attitude. The show is spectacular - from the afros, bell-bottoms, platform shoes, polyester, and dance moves, to the highest quality sound and light show this side of 1975. Motor Booty Affair consists of 4 funkateers straight from the planet Funktar; Superfly, Spanish Fly, Vinnie Boom-Boom Funktonio and Cyclone Link Skywalker Jr. It is their mission to get the crowd groovin’ as they deliver hits from Earth Wind & Fire, The Bee-Gees, KC and the Sunshine Band, Chic, The Commodores, Barry White, Abba and more. The songs are authentically reproduced by these top-notch musicians with unsurpassed quality and attention to detail. MBA’s show is energetic and peppered with 70’s lingo jive talkin’ and stage antics to make for an event you will never forget. Make sure you bring your boogie shoes because no matter how big the dance floor is - it’s always packed from the first song to the last!
There will be a cash bar, food trucks and raffle and auction items all to benefit the New Hamp-shire Law Enforcement Cancer and Charitable Foundation, Inc.
The event will begin as 8:00 PM – Doors open at 7:00 PM.
Contact Steve Arnold with questions:
info@nhleccf.com
www.nhleccf.com
(603) 231-1606