C-Notes June 13, 2025
SAVE THE DATE
MCPA Fall Conference November 18–20, 2025
Thank you to everyone who participated in the recent Fall Conference survey. Based on your feedback, MCPA will host a Fall Conference this year at Cragun’s Resort near Brainerd, MN. It is scheduled for November 18–20, 2025.
This will be a shorter event than our Spring ETI conference. We anticipate the Fall Conference will begin around 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, and conclude by noon on Thursday, November 20. The conference will feature in-person sessions similar to our past Critical Issues series, which was held virtually in the Fall.
Planning is currently underway, and we’ll be sharing more details on the schedule and pricing soon.
Our goal for this new fall conference is to provide timely, high-quality training on current trends, recent case law, and other important topics impacting law enforcement across Minnesota. While we will continue to host our Spring conference each April, adding a shorter Fall event will allow us to connect with members more frequently and address emerging issues in real-time. This model is consistent with what many other state Chiefs of Police Associations are doing.
We look forward to seeing you in November. Stay tuned for registration details and a full agenda.
Have a great weekend.
Jeff Potts
Executive Director
Final Round of ICPOET Grant Funding
Although the ICPOET (Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education & Training) grant program did not receive additional legislative funding this year, the Department of Public Safety – Office of Justice Programs (DPS-OJP) is opening one final, limited round of grant funding using remaining program dollars.
Details:
- RFP Application Window: July 14–August 14, 2025
- Eligible Applicants: New and current grantees
- Info Session: Late July (exact date TBD)
To help departments prepare, DPS-OJP will also offer a free Law Enforcement Grant Writing 101 webinar on June 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For questions, please contact Mary Vukelich at [email protected].
Executive-Level Security Opportunity for Current or Retired Law Enforcement Officers
Empire Protective Services and Crescent Investigations are seeking approximately 25 current or retired law enforcement officers for plainclothes, executive-level security assignments in the Wayzata area.
Details:
- 10-hour day shifts or 8-hour round-the-clock shifts
- $50.00 per hour
- Minimum commitment of six shifts per month (more are welcome)
Interested officers can contact:
- Paul Gherardi (Empire Protective Services) at [email protected] or 218-969-3752
- Bill (Crescent Investigations) at [email protected] or 507-269-4811
Federal Grant Opportunity to Support Agency Accreditation
MNLEAP would like to highlight a federal grant opportunity through the U.S. DOJ COPS Office that can provide financial assistance to agencies pursuing accreditation.
The FY25 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program is designed to help law enforcement agencies implement effective practices, improve outcomes, and promote safer communities. Grant funds may be used to support agencies in completing the accreditation process, as well as to assist national and state accreditation bodies.
Accreditation ensures agency policies and procedures meet the highest professional standards. Communities benefit from knowing their law enforcement agencies are committed to accountability, transparency, and best practices in policing.
For more information, visit:
- https://cops.usdoj.gov/
accreditation - https://cops.usdoj.gov/pdf/
2025ProgramDocs/cpd_ accreditation/Supporting_NOFO. pdf
Upcoming Retirements
Stephanie Revering, Police Chief - 27 Years of Service with the Crystal Police Department
Retirement Celebration: June 27, 3-5 p.m. at Crystal City Hall
JD Carlson, Public Safety Director - Albert Lea Department of Public Safety - 28 Years of Service in Law Enforcement
Retirement Celebration: June 27, 1-3 p.m at the Albert Lea Fire Station
MCPA extends our congratulations and gratitude to both Chief Revering and Director Carlson. Thank you for your years of service and your contributions to public safety in Minnesota!
Criminal Justice Mental Health Summit 2025
October 22–24, 2025 | North Metro Event Center, Shoreview, MN
Hosted by LETAC, this in-person summit offers practical, case-based training for law enforcement, legal professionals, and behavioral health providers. Topics include officer wellness, suicide-by-cop, autism-informed response, legal liability in mental health calls, and co-responder models.
Speakers include trauma experts, public health professionals, and a retired officer who responded to the 1 October mass shooting in Las Vegas. Registration is $349 and includes breakfast and lunch each day.
Learn more and register: letacusa.com/events/cjmhs_2025
Minnesota Vikings Law Enforcement Offers
The Minnesota Vikings and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) are offering specially priced tickets for two preseason games in August:
- Saturday, Aug. 9 vs. Houston Texans – 3 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 16 vs. New England Patriots – 12 p.m.
Tickets start at $22.50, with $10 from each ticket supporting NLEOMF. Open to law enforcement, first responders, public safety, family, friends, and the general public.
Order online: Minnesota Vikings Law Enforcement Offers
Promo Code: NLEOMF2025
For questions or group orders (10+), contact Junior Estrada at 612- 391-0043 or [email protected].