NAPCO NEWS

Summary of Recent Monthly Chapter

Meeting Sponsored by Eupen The first NAPCO Chapter Meeting of 2012 kicked off in Sacramento.

Over 70 people, including members, guests and vendors, were in

attendance. This was a record attendance for a chapter monthly meeting.

Many changes were acknowledged, including the new Chapter Board

Members, and changes to upcoming meeting structures.

President Scott Andrews reviewed the Summary of the annual Board of

Directors Strategic Planning Meeting where the biggest changes

announced were the changes in President Elect and Vice President to

Randy Hagar and John Batarseh, and David Cruise was appointed as a

Board Member. As meeting expenses grow to accommodate larger

numbers, an increase in registration fees is required. Regular members

and guests will now be charged $25.00, and retired members will

continue at $10.

As mentioned last year, NAPCO has been awarded the opportunity to

host the Western States Regional Conference in 2015. We are now

looking for individuals to help serve on the numerous committees

required to put on such a large show, and if you are interested, please

contact any one of the board members to express your interest and select

which capacity you would like to serve in.

Our keynote was provided by the Sacramento Regional Radio

Communications System, and they discussed in detail their numerous

capabilities and pieces of equipment that can be deployed quickly for

large, mutual aid, response scenarios.

BRINGING YOU THE LATEST NEWS FROM THE NAPCO MEMBERSHIP, APCO

INTERNATIONAL, AND THE PUBLIC SAFETY INDUSTRY

CONTENTS

President’s Message ...................... 2

Award Nominations ...................... 2

Conference Updates ...................... 3

Meeting Schedule .......................... 4

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THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS OFFICIALS

2012 AWARDS NOMINATIONS DUE Each year, NAPCO presents awards to public safety communications

personnel who have demonstrated the highest levels of personal and

professional conduct and performance in the line of duty and we are

seeking nominations to the 2012 Chapter Awards Recognition

Program which will be held at our Annual Board Meeting and Vendor

Tabletop in December.

NAPCO has seven categories for the 2012 program:

Telecommunicator of the Year, IT Technician of the Year, RF

Technician of the Year, Line Supervisor of the Year, Trainer of the

Year, Communications Team of the Year, and Communications

Center Director of the Year.

All nominees will be submitted to APCO International for

consideration for National Award recognition as well. Nominations

must be in to NAPCO by March 23rd

, 2012.

For submission packets, and more details, please visit:

http://www.napco.org/awards.htm

2012 Chapter President, Scott Andrews, and sons

APCO INTERNATIONAL BOASTS A GLOBAL MEMBERSHIP OF NEARLY 15,000 MEMBERS.

“At the end of the day, the goals are simple: safety and security.” – Jodi Rell,

Connecticut State Governor

Awards presented at the 2011 Annual Table Top Photo courtesy of Dan White, Specialized Communications

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

If you missed it, our first Chapter Meeting of

2012 was a great way to kick off the New Year.

I must thank our members as this meeting set a

new record for online pre-registrations at over

70! I think this speaks volumes about the

dedication and commitment we all have to

NAPCO.

Further proving NAPCO’s commitment at a

National Level, we have formed a Committee

to plan and organize the 2015 APCO Western

States Regional Conference to be held in

Sacramento, and are actively seeking interested

parties to serve in many different capacities.

This should prove to be a fantastic opportunity

for our Northern California APCO Chapter, as

well as the entire Public Safety Community in

our Region. Please visit the ―2015 WRC

Update‖ that will be a reoccurring feature of

NAPCO News for the latest and up to date

information.

As Chapter President, nothing is more

important to me than our members. NAPCO is

and needs to remain a membership driven

organization that is here to serve and assist

individuals in the Public Safety Community.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me or any

Board Member to share your thoughts and

concerns regarding our Chapter. We are here to

serve you. Please join me in working for a

great 2012!

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2012 WESTERN STATES REGIONAL CONFERENCE, ANCHORAGE, ALASKA FEBRUARY 27-MARCH 2, 2012

The 2012 APCO Western Regional Conference is being hosted by the

Alaska Chapter of APCO. This is the first time this conference has been

held in the Last Frontier and we are excited!

The conference dates coincide with the Anchorage Fur Rendezvous — when

the streets of downtown Anchorage come alive with winter sports, sled dog

races, native art and cultural activities. Check out the January/February 2012

issue of the National Geographic Traveler magazine. The Anchorage Fur

Rondy is rated as the #1 winter carnival in the world!

The Iditarod Sled Dog Race, commonly known as "The Last Great Race"

will commence during this time as well.

Alaska has just released their conference schedule. Visit their site to see

what training and classes are being offered in 5 different categories, Front

Line, General Telecommunications, Supervision and Management,

Technology, and Special Interest.

For information and registration:

http://www.apconena.com/2012WesternRegionalConference.html

UPCOMING APCO INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

APCO International 78th

Annual

Conference and Expo

August 19-22, 2012 Minneapolis, MN

Flash Day is coming.

On the first day of registration, March

1, Full, Associate and Commercial

APCO members in good standing, will

have the opportunity to secure a full

registration for the conference at the

rate of $325.

This special rate will ONLY be

available on the first day of

registration.

See details at:

www.APCO2012.org

Future Locations:

2013 – Anaheim, CA

2014 – New Orleans, LA

2015 – Washington, DC

APCO’s new branding for 2012

"Law enforcement officers are never 'off duty.' They are dedicated public servants who are sworn to

protect public safety at any time and place that the peace is threatened. They need all the help that

they can get." – Barbara Boxer, California State Senator

CALIFORNIA LOCAL FREQUENCY COORDINATORS ARE UNIQUE TO APCO IN THE FACT

THAT THEY ARE THE ONLY LOCAL COORDINATORS IN THE COUNTRY.

Highlights

• 5 Conference tracks to choose from.

• Visit the Anchorage Fur Rendezvous after the conference show hours

• Stay in town to witness ―The Last Great Race‖, the Iditarod Sled Dog Race

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“The peaceful transfer of authority is rare in history, yet common in our country. With

a simple oath, we affirm old traditions and make new beginnings.” – President George

W. Bush

February Commercial Sponsors.

We are public safety communications professionals, representing

the Northern California Chapter of APCO International. APCO

boasts membership of more than 15,000 in 46 chapters,

worldwide.

Chapter meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month

Next meeting date and details:

Date: Thursday, February 9, 2012

Location: Historic Woodland Hotel

436 Main Street

Woodland, CA 95695

Host: Jackie Andrews, NAPCO

Commercial Sponsors: Avtec & RELM Wireless/BK Radio

UPCOMING CHAPTER MEETING SCHEDULE

Feb. 27 – Mar. 2 2012

WSRC, Anchorage, Alaska

Registration ending soon

March 8, 2012

Livermore, CA

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April 12, 2012

Modesto, CA

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