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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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Corn-hole Tournament

4/27/2022

Benevolent Fund Teams for the Heroes Brawl Corn-hole Tournament.

The Benevolent Fund is sponsoring six (6) two person teams for the Heroes Brawl San Antonio Police Corn-hole Tournament to be held Sunday, May 1st at 151 Saloon (10619 Westover Hills Blvd.).

One team member must be a member of the Benevolent Fund (active or retired) and both team members must be law enforcement or retired law enforcement. Interested Fund members should email their Name, Badge # and contact number to Sgt Grevelli (greg.garvelli@sanantonio.gov)
Those selected will be notified. Names must be submitted by close of business on Friday, April 29th, 2022.

Paul Biasiolli, Capt, Chairman Benevolent Fund

Death of Retiree

4/19/2022

From: Gasper Sifuentes
Subject: Retired Officer Pete Holder - Retired Aug 1995
Passed away April 13, 2022.

I was informed that Ret SAPD Officer Pete Holder passed April 13, 2022 suddenly. His daughter, Christi Shobe will be handling services for her dad.

Since this was a Sudden Death the Medical Examiner said an autopsy could take a bit longer. They are backed up.
Services will be announced at a later date.
Our Condolences To The Family

SAHPOO 2022 Pachanga

4/19/2022

San Antonio Hispanic Police Officers Org
Presents the “2022 Pachanga”

Raymond Russell Park
20644 IH 10W, San Antonio, TX 78257
MAY 07, 2022
Time: 400pm – 900pm
Food will be served 5pm until 8pm
For Members and Retirees only. $20 for Non-Members.
There will be food, music, kid activities,and drinks provided.
Please RSVP to Joey.Vidal@sanantonio.gov.

New Fund Clinics under consideration

4/19/2022

The Fund (Formerly Retirees Health Benefit Fund)

In 2020 the Board began a process to replace the leased facilities with larger Fund owned clinics. Based on demographics, four areas (1-10 corridor outside of 1604, 1-35 corridor north of 1604, City Base, and 151-1604) were identified and suitable land was sought.

Three of the locations have been purchased and construction is underway.The new clinics will be larger than we need today but will make adding capacity to meet demand quicker and more affordable in the future.
Attached are the new locations under construction.

•   The I-10 corridor location is at 7926 Callie Rialto (78257). This site is just off I-10 at Ralph Fair Road behind Bill Miller’s. This site will be replacing the Paesano Parkway. Construction should be completed in fall of this year. When opened, this site will have 50% more capacity with the ability to meet future demand.

•   The 151 and 1604 area clinic will be at 5230 Rogers Road, Building 4 (78251). This site is on Rogers Road between Wiseman Blvd. and Culebra Rd. This site will be replacing the Tezel Rd. clinic. Construction should be completed by early summer of the year.

•   The I-35 location is 5009 Schertz Parkway (75154). This site is just East of I-35 before Wiederstein Rd. This is a new site to service the Northeast and reduce the pressures on the Paesano clinic. Construction is expected to be completed in 2022.

•   The Fund is working on a site for a new City Base Clinic. As soon as we close on a piece of land, we will announce the location and expected completion date.

Retiree Luncheon

4/19/2022

From : Robert Farley
Subject: Retirees Luncheon.

Dee Willie’s on Hwy 87E just east of FM 1516 in China Grove. April 30 at 100pm. Saturday
They have a big dining area and some tables can be put together for a group.
The food is great and priced like most places. The sausage is the best I’ve had in awhile.
Retired, Active SAPD Officers, Civilian, and Spouses, are welcome to come by.

Pension Board Meeting in April - IMPORTANT

4/15/2022

The Fire & Police Pension Board meets the last Tuesday of every Month. On April 26, 2022, 0930am at the Pension Office. Pension Fund’s agenda will include an item regarding the authorization of a 14th Check for all Police and Fire retirees.

While I believe the Board will vote unanimously to authorize the 14th Check, if the necessary investment return allows it, I suggest retired members attend the Board meeting on April 26, 2022 at 0930 a.m. to support the Board in its decision regarding this issue.

Regards,
Harry Griffin
Board Member, San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund

Health Care Fund Meeting

4/15/2022

Retiree Health Care Fund Meeting
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Fire and Police Retiree Health Care Fund
will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 5230 Rogers Road, Building 4, San Antonio, Texas 78251.
If you have any questions, please contact the undersigned at (210) 494-6500.
JAMES BOUNDS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FIRE AND POLICE RETIREE HEALTH CARE FUND

Prayers Needed

4/15/2022

Ernie Riojas is at North Central Baptist. He had a kidney removed.
The cancerous kidney was removed and further tests are pending.
Prayers for our brother and a full and speedy recovery.

Prayers Needed

4/15/2022

Gordan Gentry is recovering at home from heart surgery at Texsan Heart Hospital.

He had a blockage completely obstructing a coronary artery to the heart muscle.

Retiree passes away

4/8/2022

Stanley J. Bronder - Retired SAPD July 1993

On April 4, 2022 Retired Detective Stanley Bronder passed away at the age of 81.Stanley retired with 30 years of service in 1993.

Stanley leaves behind wife Judy and son Erica, and Grand-kids. Stanley served the people of San Antonio as a dedicated Police Officer-Detective, one of the best. Stanley worked patrol then traffic where he promoted to Detective. Stanley then went on to homicide, vice and night utility.

He would meet strangers and immediately have a friend for life.
Services will be handled by Porter Loring but arrangements have not been confirmed - To Be Announced.

Prayers for speedy recovery

4/8/2022

Prayers Needed
Update on Rudy Gonzales. He texted me this morning that he is still having Kidney Issues. He is still in the hospital and undergoing Dialysis.
He will probably continue dialysis 3 times a week. The Doctors are hoping that his kidneys start functioning on their own again.
Please keep Rudy and Teri in your prayers for a speedy, and full recovery.

14th Check ???

4/8/2022

Subject: 14th Check
The Fire & Police Pension Board meets
the last Tuesday of every Month. On April 26, 2022, 0930am at the Pension Office. Pension Fund’s agenda will include an item regarding the authorization of a 14th Check for all Police and Fire retirees.

As you know, if the Fund achieves the necessary investment return of 10.25% annualized over the past 5 years the Board has the discretion to issue a 14th Check.

The Board voted to issue the 13th Check at its January meeting and all retirees received the 13th Check in the second week of February 2022. The necessary investment hurdle for the 13th Check was 8.25% annualized over the past 5 years.

I believe we will surpass the 10.25% annualized investment return required by state law authorizing the Board to consider a 14th Check.

While I believe the Board will vote unanimously to authorize the 14th Check, if the necessary investment return allows it, I suggest retired members attend the Board meeting on April 26, 2022 at 0930 a.m. to support the Board in its decision regarding this issue.
Thanks for the hard work it takes to achieve these performance levels.

Regards,
Harry Griffin
Board Member, San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund

Flag Raising for Fallen Officers

4/8/2022

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 Roger Henarie,April 13, and Douglas Goeble,April 20.

Call the Academy for more info.

New Construction - James Anderson Park

4/8/2022

James Anderson Park
The board of directors has approved a major expansion to the park! The plan will include a brand new road, above the bathroom road.

This will bring several new sights to the park for our members' enjoyment and use. With that: When using the park please be mindful of the construction equipment above the upper road.

Please stay out of that area and keep a good eye on children. Please no playing in the construction area.