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MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS
Newsletter: OPOA provides a quarterly
publication that summarizes important news and policy and presents
specialty articles written by fellow officers. To submit an
article, contact editor@opoa.info.
Conferences and Workshops: OPOA's professional training
programs are recognized as among the best available in the state. We
also host many national programs and make them available to
Oregon officers.
State-Wide Awards Program: OPOA
has the best and most respected awards program in the state. Each year
we recognize the finest examples of honor, courage and selfless
commitment to public service performed by Oregon law enforcement
professionals. The Awards Banquet is held each year following the
annual OPOA Training Conference.
Award Criteria
College Scholarship: Each year, the Oregon Peace Officers Association offers a $1000 scholarship to a dependent of an OPOA member. Scholarship
Criteria
Legislative Forum: OPOA provides a forum for
bringing legislative proposals to the attention of the law enforcement
community and the citizens of Oregon. We are committed to programs
that promote the safety of the citizens of Oregon, and the welfare of
the law enforcement community.
Committees: Through
many special committees, OPOA involves its members in the
operation of the association, and allows for them to have a direct
impact on a multitude of pending issues. Members are encouraged to
participate in various committees and boards such as: Executive
Board, Training, By-Laws, Legislation, Conferences, Awards, Membership,
Directory,
Scholarships, Public Information,
Newsletter or Police Memorial.
More information
Subchapter Membership:
With your OPOA membership you can choose to become a member of
one of the five OPOA subchapters at no additional cost,
including: Robbery /
Homicide, Child
Abuse / Sex Crimes,
Oregon Association of Reserve Peace Officers,
Background Investigators Association, and
Oregon Association of Property and Evidence Officers.
Group Auto & Home Insurance: OPOA members are eligible for
excellent
group rates on
automobile
and homeowner's insurance policies from California Casualty.
For a fast rate and coverage comparison, call toll-free
1-877-777-1419.
New: Free ID Theft Resolution
Service New: Fallen
Officer Survivor Benefit
Supplemental Medical Insurance: OPOA members are eligible for
group rates for supplemental medical policies through AFLAC Insurance
Company.
Contact
Numbers
Death Benefit: All active and associate members
in good standing are eligible to receive a $500 death benefit to be paid
to their designated beneficiary upon their death.
Memorial Fund: OPOA
provides a $500 benefit to the family of Oregon Peace Officers killed
in the line of duty (including officers who are not OPOA members).
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