IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Back on his feet

5/23/2022

Update From Mike Ross: Rudy Gonzales

After all the health issues concerning Rudy Gonzales over the last several months, he is back on the Golf Course.
His kidneys had shut down but dialysis, and other treatments got him back on his feet.
May GOD continue to Bless you.

Retiree Ernie Riojas' recovery

5/23/2022

Update From Bill Morales: Ernie Riojas
Good News Ernie Riojas had Stage 3 Cancer in his kidneys. He had surgery and one kidney removed.
After the surgery, and follow up treatments, he is now " Cancer Free "......
GOD is Good..... Way to go, Ernie.

Retiree get-together lunch set

5/23/2022

From: Robert Farley
Subject: Retirees lunch at Dee Willie’s
Dee Willie’s BBQ in China Grove on Hwy 87 East (Rigsby) about three blocks east of FM 1516, at 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 28.
All SAPD retirees, sworn or civilian, with spouses, are welcome.
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New Book by recent Retiree

5/23/2022

From: TERRY LOWE - SAPD Retired April 2019
Subject: Published Book
" MY 24 "
This is my tribute to the 24 line of duty deaths during my 30 years. It's on Kindle. After one year, I will donate my proceeds to one of the memorial or survivor benefit funds.
It's available for $9.99. My profit is going to be between $3 and $4. Please pass the information on.
Thank you and God bless.

Terry Lowe
1988-2019

Former Brother in Blue

5/11/2022

From: Alejandro "Alex" Ortiz
Subject: Brother Adolfo Ortiz
His brother, Adolfo Ortiz passed away Wednesday afternoon after being in long term illness.

He was in Rehab. at the time of his death. He will be cremated and Memorial Services will be announced by the Family at a later date. He was in Cadet Class 1978A.

Flag Raising Ceremony

5/11/2022

Cadet Flag Raising For Fallen Officers

On the "End of Watch Anniversary" of SAPD Fallen Officers, Cadets conduct a remembrance flag raising at the Memorial Wall.
Selected Cadet calls out the E.O.W. (End of Watch) and Name of the Officer(s) honored that morning.

This month will be Michael Ellis (May 11), Antonio Canales,(May 18),
Peter Scrivano,(May 25), Frederick Fieldstrup,(May 29).

Call the Academy for more info.

Fire Museum Fundraiser

5/11/2022

San Antonio Fire Museum Fundraiser at Fish City Grill – Culebra.
This will be held on June 7, 2022 from 11 am to 9:30 pm. I could use your help in getting the word out to the retirees, active and friends of the fire museum.
Your help is greatly appreciated.

Stuffed animal drive

5/11/2022

Lions, Tigers, Bears, Oh My! The Special Victims Unit needs your help!

SVU maintains a supply of stuffed animals to provide to children who are victims or who have witnessed traumatic crimes.

These stuffed animals provide comfort to the children while they are in the office and after.
Our supply of stuffed animals is low, so we are asking for help to restock our bear room. Please consider donating new or gently used stuffed animals.

You can drop the stuffed animals off at a Substation for the SVUnit.
Thank you for your help and all that you do.

Should you have any questions, please contact SVU at 210-207-2313.
BILL GRAYSON, LIEUTENANT SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT

Retiree Luncheon

5/11/2022

San Antonio Fire & Police Pensioners' Association Luncheon.

The Spring Luncheon for the "Pensioners Association Members" will be held on
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 from 1100am - 200pm. Shrine Auditorium on 1604W.
Steak dinner is free for dues paying members and spouse/guest. RSVP by May 31.
Non Members and guest may attend at $15 a plate.

Postcards are coming in SLOW. Send it in OR email RSVP to secretary@safppa.org.
Questions or to check your membership status call 210-452-7553.

14th Check

5/11/2022

PENSION FUND 14th CHECK GOING OUT FRIDAY, MAY 13th

National Police Week

5/3/2022

National Police Week occurs every May. National Police Week will be observed from May 11-17.
The 34th Annual Candlelight Vigil will be held on Friday, May 13.
https://nleomf.org/memorial/programs/national-police-week-2022/

San Antonio Police Department Memorial Event
On Friday, May 06, 2022 at 0900am.

The Department will have the Memorial Service for Fallen Officers of our Department.
will be held at the Police Academy. This year Family and Friends of our Heroes are Welcomed.

Property Tax Protest Seminar

5/3/2022

From: Thomas Rivera - Retired SAPD (promesamom@gmail.com)

Subject: Property Tax Protest Seminar

This is sponsored by the San Antonio Family Association. The speaker is Michael Berlanga, CPA.

It will be held on Wednesday, May 04, at 600 - 800pm.
Christopher Hall, 1602 Thousand Oakes Dr, 78232.
RSVP is required. Please call Betty Rivera at 210.778.7884 if you plan to attend.

COLA issue for retirees discussed

5/2/2022

Attached is info from Retired Police Officer Harold Flammia
It is reference of the Fire & Police Pension Board to issue a 100% COLA to members of the Fund.
It is Harold's personal belief that there has been no cry from eligible members from the different associations
to correct the problem.
Attached is the Info.

Retiree's Funeral Info

5/2/2022

Pete Holder - Retired SAPD Aug 1995
Retired SAPD Officer Pete Holder passed
April 13, 2022.
His daughter, Christi Shobe is handling
services for her dad.

Services will be held on May 07, 2022 at 200pm.
Restoration Church, 5800 Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, Texas

14th Check is around the corner .....MAYBE

4/27/2022

The Fire & Police Pension Board
On April 26, Pension Fund’s agenda included authorization of a 14th Check for all Police and Fire retirees. It was voted on and approved. It will be on HOLD until May 13, 2022.

There is still over $200 million in assets that have not been audited. Although, highly unlikely, it could be a negative to the required percentage for the 14th check. We currently have a 13.5 per cent return for the year and we needed a 12.35 per cent return to have the authority to issue the 14th check. As long as the return on the remaining 200 million is not a large negative number, the 14th check will be deposited.Bottom line, do not spend the money yet as there is a very small chance that the authorization could be reversed.

The Pension Fund and the Board will be closely reviewing the numbers as they come in before releasing the 14th check. They may call a special meeting to review decision before the 13th of May if there are any changes.
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