November 2013 In this issue… K9 Ringo Awards Dinner Community Partnerships K9 Ringo is on the way! Board of Directors This past spring, the Charlottesville com- Jon Bright The Spectacle Shop munity rallied behind the Charlottesville Police Department to raise funds for a Heather Carlton McGuireWoods new officer… one with four legs and an Randy Castleman Chair, CPF Court Square Ventures Mark Cave Country Dogs LLC Chris Craytor ACAC Mary Loose DeViney Tuel Jewelers Jeff Gaffney Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate III Dan Goodall Treasurer, CPF VNBTrust nose that can’t be beat! All total, the CPF received $12,000 towards the purchase of a K9. This Fall, “Ringo” the dog was selected by the Department and sent to training in the Norfolk area with his handler. Ringo has one more month of training before he will head to Charlottesville to begin his career with the CPD. The CPF wants to thank each and every one of the individuals and businesses who contributed to the purchase of Ringo. The community as a whole will benefit from having this valuable resource as a part of our police team. A police K9 is primarily used for its superior sense of smell. However, a dog’s mere presence during tense encounters with suspects often results in compliance. Many times this Rachel Harmon UVA Law School can even prevent the use of deadly force and save lives. The city uses cross-trained Patrol/Narcotics dogs to assist the patrol division. Dreama Johnson UVA These highly trained teams are certified in detecting narcotics, tracking and locating suspects and evidence, apprehending violent Shawn Johnson Greenwood Lending Timothy Longo, Sr. Ex officio Charlottesville Police Department Antonio Rice UVA Executive Director Mindy Goodall criminals, and handler protection. Thank you to our K9 Sponsors: Anonymous Albemarle/Charlottesville Regional Jail Betty Abbott George H Benford II Barbara Bonesteel Kyle Boynton David and Anne Brown Robert and Barbara Bruner Anne Candella Heather Carlton Carpet Plus Randy Castleman Charlottesville Albemarle Kennel Club Philander and Jean Chase Country Dogs, LLC The Dogg House Peter and Mary Eades Jeffrey Ferrill Contance and Eugene Flamm Georgetown Veterinary Hospital Margaret Haugen and Sylvia Guengerich Collette Hall Doris Haverstick Brian Kannry Steve Kennedy Linda Lester Lucian Lewis Thomas Martin Elaine Maxcy Susan McGinnis David and Forrest Mitchell James Neale New Dominion Bookshop William Nitchmann Seth Oldham Rose Marie Owen Ronald Rhodes Melissa Wolf Riley Felicia Rogan Snooky's Pawnshop Barbara Spellman & Fred Schauer Brad and Cara Smith Jane Dittmar and Frank Squillace Jo Lee Tarbell Kenneth G Tilley Jr Wavecrest Fitness & Massage Website Reactions, LLC Betty Wessel Llwanda Williams Felicia Winograd Helen Wolford Bradford Worrall www.cvillepolicefoundation.org · PO Box 1247, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · (434) 298-4101 1 November 2013 The Community Says “Thank You” “Do not for a moment think that your acts of bravery, selflessness and self-sacrifice go unnoticed. “ “When we grow up, we want to be just like you. You help us stay safe from bad guys. “ “We appreciate your compassion, your dedication, your empathy, and your positivity. “ “From the bottom of my heart, thank you all for the services you provide to crime victims. Your treatment and care of victims on the front lines is essential to their healing and ability to move forward with their lives. Never forget the impact you can make. “ Last month, the CPF once again hosted the Charlottesville Police Department’s annual Awards Dinner. We asked the community to “Treat a Cop to Dinner” by donating as well as send a “Message of Thanks” that we would share with the officers. The quotes above are just a sample of the messages that we received. Officers and their families not only enjoyed a special night out, a delicious meal, fabulous raffle and door prizes, but felt the support and gratitude from community members and businesses. At the dinner, Chief Longo recognized the outstanding contributions and efforts of our city’s finest. He shared stories of officers going above and beyond the call of duty in heroic ways. Awards were given to more than two dozen recipients for awe-inspiring police work, including: The assistance provided by a citizen store owner who helped remove a con-man from the streets. An officer’s swift actions to apprehend a suspect who attempted to abduct a 19 year old UVA student. The kindness of three officers who pooled their own money to secure a hotel room and food for a homeless woman and child on the street. An officer’s rapid response to perform CPR on an unresponsive man until medics arrived, thereby saving his life. We appreciate all the friends and sponsors who helped support this event and said “thank you” to the men and women who work tirelessly to protect our community and help create a safe and desirable place for individuals and businesses to reside and flourish. To discuss a targeted or substantial donation, or to find out more about a particular program, email Mindy Goodall, Executive Director of CPF at mindy.goodall@cvillepolicefoundation.org Thank you to our Awards Dinner Sponsors: Angus Arrington - Real Estate III Bashir's Taverna Lillian and Michael Bevier Blue Whale Books Jack Bocock - Dynamis Fund Kyle Boynton Robert and Barbara Bruner Darryl Brown and Carolyn Capps Carriage Cleaners Mark Cave The Ceiling and Floor Shop, Inc. Philander and Jean Chase Commonwealth Assisted Living LLC Complete Nutrition Charlottesville Downtown Business Association of Charlottesville Downtown Grille Dragonfly Libellule Boutique Jeffrey Ferrill Eileen Leonard Foster Fernando Garay Erin Garvey Joe and Sally Gieck Great Eastern Management Great Harvest Bread Co. Harris Teeter Robert and Susan Hodous Dreama Johnson Harold Kahn Steve Knick Lee's Hallmark Card Shop Men & Boys Shop Wistar Morris and Karen Moran Maple Ridge Group The Nook Pasta Valente Penelope James & Ann Reel Marie Reyman Richey & Co. Shoes Mary Ropka Sal's Caffe Italia Terry & Allen Shotwell Skyline Cleaners The Spectacle Shop STARS Nona Taylor Timberlake Drugstore Tuel Jewelers Vita Nova Pizza & Pasta Bar Felicia Winograd Wintergreen Resort www.cvillepolicefoundation.org · PO Box 1247, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · (434) 298-4101 2 November 2013 Community Partnerships We are always excited when local professionals seek to use their skills and areas of expertise to benefit our community. Over the past couple of months, two partnerships have developed that we’d like to highlight...both of which will not only benefit the Charlottesville Police Department, but ALL local police, fire, and rescue personnel. Orthotics Clinic: The Charlottesville/Albemarle Fire-Police Orthotic Clinic is a new program created by Brett Richey of Richey & Co. Shoes and our area’s foot health community to benefit our local first responders. Custom orthotics provide additional support to alleviate pain or reduce the chance of injury. Many foot ailments can be successfully treated with custom foot orthotics. These orthotics normally cost $300 to $500 per pair, and often are not covered by insurance. Through this new program, first responders can visit any one of the participating doctors and receive custom foot orthotics for a small fee. What a creative idea to help people who are on their feet helping others! Wills for Heroes: Founded after the 9/11 tragedies, The Wills for Heroes national program provides essential legal documents free of charge to our nation’s first responders, including wills, living wills, and powers of attorney. By helping first responders plan now, they ensure their family's legal affairs are in order in the event that a tragedy occurs. Local attorneys Julie A. King and Melissa Wolf Riley wanted to bring this national program to the Charlottesville area to "protect those who protect us." The program will take place in Spring 2014. Etcetera... Here’s what else is going on at the CPF: Congratulations to the recent graduates of the Citizens Police Academy! This 10 week course gives local citizens an in-depth look inside the CPD and its role in the community. Welcomed 7 new officers to the Department with a dinner following their Academy graduation. Sponsored Domestic Violence training for officers in May. Sent a Sergeant to the National Criminal Justice Command College in Richmond this summer/fall. He brings the valuable knowledge he gained from this class back to the CPD for all to benefit. Want to know how you can get involved? Check out our website at www.cvillepolicefoundation.org or use the enclosed envelope to make a tax-deductible donation. Like the Charlottesville Police Foundation on Facebook www.cvillepolicefoundation.org · PO Box 1247, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · (434) 298-4101 3 PO Box 1247 Charlottesville, VA 22901 www.cvillepolicefoundation.org mindy.goodall@cvillepolicefoundation.org The CPF is an independent nonprofit organization of local citizens who help our police get the tools and training they need to do their best work. To receive our e-newsletter, send your email address to: mindy.goodall@cvillepolicefoundation.org The CPF is grateful for all of the donations we have received the past 12 months from the following businesses and individuals. LEADERS ($1,000+) Terry & Allen Shotwell Scott’s Backhoe Service Harold Kahn Anonymous Brad and Cara Smith Dede Smith Brian Kannry Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band in the CACF Snooky’s Pawnshop Jo Lee Tarbell Michael Latsko The Spectacle Shop Nona Taylor Lee's Hallmark Card Shop Mark Cave—Country Dogs Barbara Spellman & Fred Schauer Timberlake Drugstore Linda Lester Crutchfield STARS Virginia National Bank Lucian Lewis Jeffrey Ferrill Tiger Fuel Volvo of Charlottesville Elaine Maxcy Hantzmon Wiebel Tuel Jewelers Betty Wessel Susan McGinnis LexisNexis SUPPORTERS ($100-$249) Felicia Winograd James Neale III and Susan Neale Marjorie Adam Team Betty Abbott Albemarle/Charlottesville Regional Jail Lillian and Michael Bevier Wintergreen Resort New Dominion Bookshop Helen Wolford James & Stephanie Nohrnberg Bradford Worrall The Nook FRIENDS ($1-$99) Oyster House Antiques Angus Arrington Penelope Barbara Bonesteel James & Ann Reel Bashir's Taverna Tom and Heidi Rees George H Benford II Mercer Reeves Darryl Brown and Carolyn Capps Marie Reyman David and Anne Brown Richey & Co. Shoes Bill Nitchmann Starr Hill - Red Light Fund SPONSORS ($250-$999) Kyle Boynton Robert and Barbara Bruner Carpet Plus Blue Whale Books Jack Bocock Randy Castleman Philander and Jean Chase The Ceiling and Floor Shop Commonwealth Assisted Living Downtown Business Assoc of Cville The Downtown Grille Georgetown Veterinary Hospital Charlottesville Albemarle Kennel Club Dan and Mindy Goodall Anne Candella Melissa Wolf Riley Susan W. Davenport And W. Edgar Spigle Fund Jane Dittmar and Frank Squillace The Dogg House Great Eastern Management Carriage Cleaners Mary Ropka Steve Kennedy Complete Nutrition Charlottesville Sal's Caffe Italia Steve Knick Dragonfly Libellule Boutique Skyline Cleaners Maple Ridge Group Contance and Eugene Flamm Lloyd Snook & Sheila Haughey Thomas Martin Eileen Leonard Foster Staples Barber Shop Men & Boy's Shop Fernando Garay Kristin Szakos Leigh Middleditch, Jr Erin Garvey Kenneth G Tilley Jr Seth Oldham Joe and Sally Gieck Vita Nova Pizza & Pasta Bar Rose Marie Owen William S. Gray Wavecrest Fitness & Massage Pasta Valente Great Harvest Bread Co. Website Reactions, LLC Susan and L.F. Payne Margaret Haugen and Sylvia Guengerich Llwanda Williams Ronald Rhodes Doris Haverstick Felicia Rogan Robert and Susan Hodous Heather Carlton CBRE Peter and Mary Eades Collette Hall Harris Teeter Dreama Johnson Audrey and John Lewis McGuire Woods David and Forrest Mitchell Wistar Morris and Karen Moran James Neale