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Former POAM Leader Passes Away

March 10, 2014

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Previous President and Board Member William Powell passed away on February 19th at his home in Florida. “Bill” served our organization for many years as an active police officer and even a...

HB 5097 Testimony from POAM Legislative Director Kenneth E. Grabowski

March 6, 2014

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On March 5, 2014, POAM Legislative Director Kenneth E. Grabowski testified before the House Commerce Committee on House Bill 5097, which exempts police and fire employees from Act 54.

Oakland Sideshow Crowds are Getting Out of Hand

February 18, 2014

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On the streets of Oakland, it is not uncommon to encounter sideshow scenes that are filled with illegal activity. Recently referred to as the ‘Wild Wild West,’ Oaktown, is the host of many of th...

February Labor School Workshops

February 14, 2014

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Robert’s Rules When: Wednesday February 12, 2014 Time: 6:30-9:00PM Where: Room 116 State Hall, WSU Main Campus Fee: $40.00 This 2.5 hour workshop is a must for anyone who wants to learn how to effec...

Make your Amway Hotel Reservation Today

February 14, 2014

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Click the link below to make your hotel reservation today for the 2014 POAM Annual Convention! For more information regarding this year’s convention, please visit our convention information post...

Defending Detroit’s Pensioners

February 3, 2014

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Attorney General Bill Schuette urged the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals for an accelerated decision as to whether Michigan’s constitution protects pensions in Detroit’s bankruptcy case. The Attorney...

Conviction of Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence Extinguishes Due Process Rights

January 30, 2014

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William Arganda was employed as a peace officer by the City of Westminster, California. Following an internal investigation, Arganda was served with a Notice of Intent to Terminate on August 11, 2009,...

Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement book

The Novi Police Department Presents: Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement

January 24, 2014

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Dr. Kevin Gilmartin is a nationally recognized police psychologist, who has worked in various different sectors of law enforcement for the past twenty years. In addition, he is a published author and ...

Chief of Fullerton Police Fight’s Acquitted Cops Effort to Win Job Back

January 23, 2014

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In 2011, Fullerton police officer Jay Cicinelli and three other officers, were fired after being charged with involuntary manslaughter and excessive force in the death of Kelly Thomas, a mentally ill ...

Upcoming Winter/Spring 2014 Labor Workshops

January 14, 2014

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Brothers and Sisters: The Labor Studies Center has been presenting courses and workshops to Michigan’s labor community since 1968. Being a part of Michigan’s labor heritage over these last forty-f...

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