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Deputy Sheriffs’ Association of San Diego County 

SILVER STAR 

DECember 2012 

Happy Holidays 

from the DSA!

We know what 

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$3,500,000 recovery for a motor vehicle accident 

$3,250,000 recovery for a fire aboard a ship 


$2,800,000 recovery for a fall from a skylight in an unsafe work environment 


$1,000,000 recovery for medical malpractice 

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DECember 

VOL. 28 NO 12 

PRESIDENT 

Dave Schaller 

VICE PRESIDENT 

Matt Clay 

SECRETARY/TREASURER 

Steve Purvis 

DIRECTORS 

Tammy Bennetts, Dave DiCarlo, 

Marco Garmo, Dustin Lopez, Tim 

Petrachek, and Hank Turner 

OFFICE STAFF 

Cindy Olson - Office Manager 

Adah Mathias - Executive Assistant 

Louisa Hicks - Bookkeeper 

Daphne Williams - Administrative 

Assistant 

STORE MANAGER 

Ken Docken 

www.dsastore.com 

features 

13 

16 

21 

34 

Military Reservists Recognition Ceremony 

The department honors reservist employees 

2012 in Review 

The DSA in 2012 

Ride for Ali 

Photos from the fundraising poker ride 

Run for the DSA Board 

Information and petitions to run for DSA Director 

PUBLICATIONS COORDINATOR 

Kristie Macris 

kmacris@dsasd.org 

Deadline for submitting an article 

is the 15th of the month prior 

to publication. All copy must be 

submitted with the name of author, 

work location, and phone number. 

Please e-mail submissions to 

kmacris@dsasd.org. 

DSA MISSION 

The promotion of professionalism 

in law enforcement by providing 

service to the community, working 

with the Department and County 

to represent deputy sheriffs of all 

ranks in negotiating and protection 

of their rights. 

VALUES 

Honesty, Integrity, Dedication, 

Accountability, Respect, 

Compassion, Courage and Trust. 

columns 

20 PERT Perspective 

by Kelly Rose 

21 Chaplain’s Corner 

by Chaplain Herb Smith 

station reports 

23 SDSO Kennels 

K9 by Nathan Rowley and Car 

24 The Southwest Corner 

Imperial Beach by Ryan Ehrlich 

26 Cajon Zone 

El Cajon COurts by Cydney King 

departments 

DSA in Pictures 2 

President’s Report 3 

Vice President’s Report 4 

Sheriff’s Report 5 

DSA Dates 5 

Minutes 6 

DSA News 7 

Contest: Spot the Star 12 

Find the Differences 12 

Classified Ads 27 

Birthdays 30 

Announcements 31 

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Silver Star December 2012 1

DSAIN PICTURES 

Ride for Ali On Saturday, 

November 3, over 300 riders 

gathered for a poker run to 

support wounded deputy 

Ali Perez and his family. The 

event, raising over $14,000, 

also featured a raffle supported 

by many local businesses. For 

more photos from the event, see 

page 18. 

“From this day to the ending of the world, 

we in it shall be remembered. We few, we 

happy few, we band of brothers. For he 

today that sheds his blood with me shall 

be my brother.” William Shakespeare, 

King Henry V. 

Eric Ulysses Ramirez Sheriff’s 

Department Court Service Officer Eric Ulysses 

Ramirez was killed while deployed to Iraq in 

2004. As a specialist in the California Army 

National Guard, he had been assigned to the 

670th Military Police Company. CSO Ramirez 

inspired Dep. Frank Gallardo to start the 

Military Reserve Program, which supports 

deployed deputies and their families before, 

during, and after deployment. Deputy Gallardo 

enlisted the help of the DSA, which has targeted 

fundraising for a Deployed Deputy Program to 

help send care packages and support families 

as part of the overall reservist program. Photos 

from the recent ceremony honoring reservists at 

Ridgehaven are on page 13. 

More 

News on 

Page 7 

2 Silver Star December 2012

PRESIDENT’S REPORT DAVE SCHALLER 

HOW TO REACH THE 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

You may use the numbers below 

to speak with a board member 

about an issue you may have. 

President Dave Schaller 

(760) 504-8185 

DSchaller@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Vice President Matt Clay 

(949) 246-1385 

MClay@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Secretary/Treasurer Steve Purvis 

(760) 484-0115 

SPurvis@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Director Tammy Bennetts 

(760) 390-6665 

TBennetts@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Director Dave DiCarlo 

(760) 271-3210 

DDicarlo@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Director Marco Garmo 

(619) 212-0719 

MGarmo@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Director Dustin Lopez 

(760) 484-1347 

DLopez@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Director Tim Petrachek 

(760) 315-6465 

TPetrachek@dsasd.org 

◄► 

Director Hank Turner 

(619) 322-1132 

HTurner@dsasd.org 

The Thanksgiving holiday is over and we’re 

back to work. Hopefully everyone had a 

great time getting together 

with friends and family. 

Now we’re in full swing 

of the holiday season. 

Admittedly, I’m not a fan 

of the hysteria that goes 

along with this time of 

year. Maybe I’ve handled 

too many holiday theft 

or fraud calls or holiday 

domestic disputes? 

One of the traditions I 

am fond of is additional 

opportunities to spend 

time with friends and family. As we 

engage in holiday revelry, we are exposed 

to decadent food, treats, and plenty of 

alcoholic beverages. Of course, all are fine 

in moderation; however I have admittedly 

overindulged in all three. At the risk of 

sounding like your mother, I’ll make my 

plea anyway. 

Have fun during the season; however, if you 

have too much to drink, have a plan. Stay at 

a nearby hotel, designate a sober driver, call 

a cab, a friend, or even a DSA director. We 

want you to have a great holiday season, but 

nothing will ruin that faster than hurting 

yourself, someone else, or landing in jail 

for a DUI arrest. I know, we’re all adults 

and we’re responsible law enforcement 

types too, but we have already had one 

member end up on the wrong side of a jail 

cell for DUI this season. Enjoy, but do so 

responsibly. 

The end of the year also signals annual 

DSA director elections, giving you the 

opportunity to shape the direction of your 

board. Though it’s hard to believe, it has 

already been three years and I am up for 

re-election. I will spare you my re-election 

discourse for now, since you can read that 

when you receive the election materials 

later this month. 

The past three years have been busy and 

enlightening. For the last year I’ve had the 

distinct pleasure of serving as your DSA 

president and it has been my honor to serve 

as the leader of our association. With the 

expiration of my term, my 

presidential term is also 

coming to an end. 

After much consideration, 

I have decided to run for 

re-election to the board; 

however, I will not pursue 

another term as president. 

So, with the New Year, I 

will also have a new work 

assignment. Where will 

I land? Wherever that 

may be, I look forward to 

getting back into mix of 

day-to-day department operations. 

A couple of weeks ago, Director Dustin 

Lopez and I attended the conference of the 

State Association of County Retirement 

Systems. Though we had hoped for the 

clouds to clear and have some great 

revelation, we simply learned, they too 

have a lot of unanswered questions about 

the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act 

of 2013. One of the most commonly asked 

questions I’ve had to deal with recently is the 

conversion of unused or accumulated sick 

time to service credit. Though not entirely 

clear, it does NOT appear this benefit will 

be jeopardized by this legislation. 

While at the conference, Det. Ali Perez 

was released from the hospital and is now 

recovering at home. I have also delivered 

the proceeds from the DSA’s fundraising 

efforts. The many fundraising events were 

a great success, and the proceeds will allow 

his family to be by his side during his long 

recovery, ensuring their financial stability 

throughout. On behalf of all involved, I 

thank you for graciousness in giving your 

time, money, and moral support. 

As previously mentioned, this is most 

likely my last month as your DSA 

president. With that, this is my last 

president’s report. I look forward to 

working with many of you in the field in 

the near future. Until then, stay busy, be 

safe, be healthy, and be well! 


A Christmas Poem 

by Retired Corporal Terry Perley 

T’was 

the night 

before 

Christmas and all through the station it 

was busy, it was busy cause crime never 

takes a vacation. 

The Hi-Tecs were hung on each 

locker with care in hopes that the 

sergeant would give them a spare. 

When 10-8 in National City and 

parts there around a sighting was made 

of a sheriff’s patrol car abound. 

Two elf like deputies delivering 

to those in need, food, for their hearts 

were full of the giving mood. 

It was Christmas all right and 

crime was a rampant but these two 

jolly elves were doing their part to feed 

those who haven’t. 

When up on their car top arose 

such a clatter the deputies stopped to 

see what was the matter. 

And what to their wondering 

eyes should appear but two cups full of 

coffee and a war bag with gear. 

Who left these presents no one 

really knows but the LT was standing 

there pointing his nose at a jolly old elf 

flying by in the sky. 

You know his name, the man 

with the sleigh and a bag full of toys for 

good girls and boys. 

The deputies looked up and saw 

a sight to extol, it was Santa and his 

reindeer going out on patrol. 

The jolly old elf was dressed all in 

blue with a nightstick, a flashlight, and 

a badge too. 

Yes, Santa was ready to fight 

crime on this night, even his Smoky the 

Bear hat was on right. 

Now Santa was heard to 

transmit, as he rode out of sight: 

“Spend time with your families I’ll keep 

the peace on this night.” 

“I’m 10-8 I. O. and a Ho, Ho, 

Ho, Ho, Merry Christmas to all and to 

all a safe night.” 

STATION REPRESENTATIVES 

The members listed below have 

volunteered to be DSA liaisons. 

Chula Vista Court - Don West 

CID/Fraud - John Cannon 

CID/Sexual Assualt - Luis Chavez, 

El Cajon Court - Cydney King, 

Lisa Harris 

Encinitas Station - Dawn Patterson 

George Bailey - Brian Baker, 

Daniel Cruz, James Downhour, 

Shane Bartlett, Tim Stine 

Homicide - Glenn Giannantonio 

Julian - Fred Duey 

Las Colinas - Scott Johnson 

Lemon Grove Station - Michael Arroyo, 

Daniel Gutierrez, Jerry Jimenez 

Poway - Jim Bennetts 

San Diego Court - Steve Bowen 

San Marcos - Scott Carter, Allan Paez, 

Steve Morace 

Santee Station - Rob Bueno 

SDCJ - Miguel Martinez 

Southbay Detentions - John Grinceri 

Transportation - Jon Currie, 

Robert Pierson 

Valley Center Station - Ken Simon 

NOTARY SERVICE 

◊ AT THE DSA OFFICE ◊ 

FREE FOR MEMBERS 

$10 for nonmembers 

Please call (858) 486-9009 to schedule an appointment. 

Vista Station - Marco Weston 

Vista Courts - William Yvano 

Become a station rep! 

Contact Adah Mathias 

at amathias@dsasd.org for 

more information. We need 

at least one rep per team for each 

station or unit. 

Immediate or walk-in appointments can be accommodated only if a notary 

is present in the office and does not have prior appointments. 


I believe it was a Rudyard Kipling poem in 

which a father tells his son that one sign 

of being a man is, “If you can keep your 

head when all about you are losing theirs…” 

These words come to mind when I look 

back on 2012 and the impressive role that 

San Diego County Sheriff’s Department 

played in shaping events. 

We know this was an exceptionally eventful 

year for those of us in public service 

and in law enforcement in particular. It 

was the first full year for implementing 

Public Safety Realignment (AB 109) with 

its massive shift in responsibility to the 

sheriff’s department and county probation 

department. This has required us to re-tool 

and accelerate our recruitment of deputy 

sheriffs. It’s prompted us to rethink how we 

staff our Detentions Services Bureau and 

how we bring Law Enforcement deputies 

into the department. 

Also, this year policymakers statewide 

took aim at the retirement benefits afforded 

public employees. On the last day of the 

legislative session, the California State 

Legislature passed The Public Employee 

Pension Reform Act of 2012 (AB 340), 

mandating major changes in public 

employee pensions at all levels of state and 

local government. This calls for us to reexamine 

commitments made in the past to 

see how they fit into the new law. 

As big as these changes are, this department 

has deliberately avoided being driven by 

crisis. We have a public safety agenda. We 

have a mission. We have developed and 

deployed new strategies to advance that 

mission—to make us more effective on the 

street, in our criminal investigations, in our 

courtrooms and our jails. 

In responding to the crises and in 

Looking back... 

Message from Sheriff Bill Gore 

continuing our work to advance our 

mission, the Deputy Sheriff’s Association 

has played a key role. 

As Sheriff, I am in a unique position to 

observe the leadership of our DSA. I see 

how they interact with county leaders and 

policymakers. I listen when they offer input 

on policies and on decisions we are making 

that directly affect deputy sheriffs. We don’t 

always agree, but I am genuinely impressed 

with the integrity of the positions taken. 

They are carefully weighed, consistent with 

DSA’s charter, and invariably considerate of 

larger public concerns. 

In some jurisdictions, employee unions 

are fighting with city and county 

administrators and making rude noises in 

the public media. But in this county we’ve 

charted a different course—marked by 

professionalism, honesty, and respect. In 

the words of Kipling, while many are losing 

their heads, we’ve kept ours. 

As a result, our DSA has earned the respect 

of decision makers at the State Capitol and 

the County Administration Center. And 

that respect directly inures to the long-term 

benefit of sheriff’s deputies in this county. 

As a consequence, the public’s view of 

this department remains undiminished. I 

believe the people of this county love their 

deputies! 

All of this provides great momentum as we 

move forward into the New Year. There’s 

no limit to what we can accomplish if we 

keep our focus on our mission, hold fast 

to our principles, and work together as a 

formidable team. 

Wishing you and your family a joyous 

holiday season and wonderful New Year. 

Do well and stay safe. 

Office & Store Closures 

December 11 closes at 11:30 a.m. 

December 24, 25 

January 1 

Store Closure Only 

December 31 

The DSA office and store are 

closed on most holidays. The 

DSA is closed for Christmas 

and New Years, but if you have 

an emergency, the after hours 

answering service will direct your 

call. The DSA store will be closed 

on Dec. 31 for inventory, but the 

office will remain open. Please 

plan accordingly, especially when 

purchasing discount tickets for 

use over holiday weekends. 

Holiday Meeting Schedule 

December 

The second December meeting 

has been cancelled due to the 

holidays. The general member 

meeting remains the same on the 

second Thursday at 5:30 p.m. 

Children’s Christmas Party 

December 8 

This annual Christmas Party is 

the DSA’s most popular member 

event. Santa will stop by this funfilled 

event, which has activities 

for all ages. 

Retiree Christmas Luncheon 

December 8 

Join fellow retirees at the annual 

Christmas luncheon at the El 

Cajon Elk’s Lodge. RSVP online 

at www.dsasd.org/winter. 

Director Petitions Due 

December 10 

Run for the DSA Board of 

Directors. Nomination petitions 

can be found on page 38 

and must be returned before 

December 10. 

Director Installation Luncheon 

January 24 

The 2012 DSA Board of Directors 

will be sworn in during a 

lunchtime ceremony on January 

24. The DSA Office and Store 

will close at 11 a.m. for this 

event. Invites will be mailed to 

members’ homes. 

DSA Dinner Dance 

March 23 

Save the Date for the annual DSA 

Dinner Dance. More information 

will be sent to member’s home 

and posted online. 

DSA (858) 486-9009 

DSA DATES 


Minutes 

November 8, 2012 - President Dave Schaller called the Meeting 

of the Board of Directors to order on November 8, 2012 at 4:37 

p.m. 

ROLL CALL OF DIRECTORS: 

Present: Schaller, Clay, Purvis, Turner, Lopez, DiCarlo, Petrachek, 

Garmo, Bennetts 

Upon motion by Turner, Second by Clay and passed by 

unanimous vote, the November 8, 2012 meeting of the Board of 

Directors entered into closed session at 4:38 p.m. for confidential 

communications to include Fern Steiner, Cindy Olson and Adah 

Mathias. 

1) DISCUSSION: 

a) Closed session minutes from October 25, 2012, Legal 

MOTION/Purvis, SECOND/Turner to come out of closed 

session at 5:18 pm. Motion unanimously carries 

The Executive Meeting of the Board of Directors was recessed at 

5:15 pm and President Schaller called the General Membership 

Meeting to order at 5:35 pm. 

MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE 

AFFILIATE MEMBER 

STATION REPS 

CHULA VISTA COURT 

EL CAJON COURT 

GEORGE BAILEY DETENTION 

HIDTA 

HOMICIDE 

LAS COLINAS DETENTION 

LEMON GROVE STATION 

POWAY STATION 

SAN DIEGO COURT 

SAN MARCOS STATION 

SANTEE STATION 

SOUTH BAY DETENTION 

VALLEY CENTER STATION 

Mike Nadeau 

Don West 

Cyd King 

JD Downhour, 

David Legler 

Fred Duey 

Glenn Giannantonio 

Scott Johnson 

Michael Arroyo, 

Daniel Gutierrez 

Jim Bennetts 

Steve Bowen 

Steve Morace, 

Scott Carter 

Rob Bueno 

John Grinceri 

Ken Simon 

2) LEGAL REPORT: Steiner 

a) An updated Public Safety Statement card will be with 

the board elections ballot in December. 

b) Update on bill to put all city employees’ on social security. 

The bill was signed into law. Law will be appealed. 

c) Update on P&P changes 

3) CONSENT CALENDAR: 

a) Minutes from October 27, 2012 

b) Membership 

i) 2129 Class 1 Members, 152 Affiliate Membership, 55 

Class III Reserve Members, 1010 Retired Members 

for a total membership of 3,346 

c) Ratification of Director Poll 

i) Phone poll to approve Michael McNally’s retirement 

application and pay his retirement benefit of $5,400. 

(1) AYES – Garmo, Turner, DiCarlo, Purvis. 

Bennetts, Clay, Petrachek, Lopez 

ii) 

Phone poll for up to $60,000 from PAC for Danon 

TV ad. 

(1) AYES – Garmo, Turner, Purvis, DiCarlo, Lopez, 

Petrachek, Clay, Bennetts 

iii) To approve $10,000 from PAC for approximately 

75,000 robo calls for Danon 

(1) AYES – Garmo, Turner, Purvis, DiCarlo, Lopez, 

Petrachek, Clay 

(2) NOES – Bennetts 

MOTION/Turner SECOND/Purvis to approve the consent 

calendar. Motion unanimously carries. 

4) PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Schaller 

a) University of Phoenix has requested the DSA sign a Letter 

of Agreement with the college. The agreement gives a 10% 

discount to any DSA member attending the University 

of Phoenix. More research to be done. 

b) Limited Edition Ruger gun sale will continue for another 

6 months with payroll deduction available. 

c) Update on Federal Firearms License for the DSA Store. 

d) President Schaller notified the membership he will 

not run for President in January. He will still run for a 

director seat. 

5) COMMITTEE REPORTS: 

a) BUDGET: Purvis 

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i) 2013 budget was reviewed. 

MOTION/Purvis, SECOND/Turner to approve the 2013 

budget as presented. Motion unanimously carries. 

b) MEMBER EVENTS: Purvis/Turner 

i) Children’s Christmas Party is on December 8 th from 

10 am – 2 pm. 

ii) 

Dinner Dance will be on March 25 th at the Hyatt 

Mission Bay 

iii) Update on the Ali Perez Motorcycle Poker Run. 

c) MEET & DISCUSS/CONFER: Turner 

i) Changes to policy for injured deputies and take 

home cars are being discussed. 

d) SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ALLIANCE OF LAW 

ENFORCEMENT (SCALE) – Schaller 

i) Update on SCALE meeting. 

e) PEACE OFFICERS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF 

CALIFORNIA (PORAC)-Petrachek 

i) PORAC stickers will be available in the DSA store 

in December. 

ii) 

PORAC conference will be November 13 th – 15 th 

in Anaheim. 

f) POLITICAL ACTION: Petrachek/Turner 

i) Update on election results. 

g) SICKNESS AND DISTRESS: Lopez 

i) Update on Ali Perez’s condition. 

h) INSURANCE: DiCarlo 

i) MetLife contract has been updated and all of the 

changes have been made that the DSA requested. 

Board direction to authorize the President to sign 

the contract. 

ii) 

DiCarlo will be meeting with one of the administrators 

for the CLEA long term disability plan. If anyone has 

questions or concerns regarding this plan please let 

DiCarlo know. 

i) UNIFORM COMMITTEE: Purvis/Garmo 

i) Black t-shirts and 511 pants have been approved. 

6) GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION 

a) Station rep raffle prize was won by Steve Morace. 

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CLEA 

Scholarship 

We are again very 

pleased to announce 

a special Children’s 

Scholarship Program 

that will be donated by our Long Term Disability insurance 

plan administrators, California Administration Insurance 

Services, Inc. 

Four scholarships will be given in two categories, three 

in category one, and one in category two. Category one 

applicants must be high school seniors who are enrolled 

or planning to enroll in a full-time course of study at an 

accredited two or four year college, university, or vocationaltechnical 

school. Applicants must also have a 3.0 grade point 

average on a 4.0 scale. (Three scholarships will be awarded.) 

Category two applicants must be sophomores or juniors in 

college enrolled in a full-time course of study at an accredited 

college, university or vocational-technical school. Applicants 

must have maintained a 3.0 grade point average during the 

first two years of college on a 4.0 scale. (One scholarship will 

be awarded). Previous recipients are not eligible. 

Applicants must be the child of a CLEA member who has 

been a member for a minimum of one year prior to April 1, 

2013, or a retired CLEA member who is currently a member 

of the NPFBA Long Term Care program. 

Scholarship distribution will consist of $2,000, four awards 

of $500 each. 

The application may be downloaded by going to California 

Law Enforcement Association’s website www.CLEA.org/ 

scholarship.html or by calling California Administration 

Insurance Services, Inc., toll-free at (800) 832-7333. The 

application must be completed and postmarked by April 1, 

2013. 

This is a valuable opportunity to provide your children with 

scholarship money in order to help them attain their higher 

education goals! 

The DSA Scholarship and PORAC Scholarship are also 

valuable awards open to children of DSA members. More 

information about both of these programs will be released in 

January, but the due dates also fall on or around April 1. If 

your child is a high school senior, most scholarships will be 

announced in January! 

Due to Christmas, 

only one board meeting 

will occur in December— 

on December 13. 


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Teddy Bear 

Drive 

Only a few days left 

to drop off a new 

stuffed animal for the 

teddy bear caravan on 

December 11. This year’s 

goal is to collect 100,000 teddy 

bears and stuffed animals. Any type of 

NEW STUFFED ANIMAL is accepted 

for the annual Law Enforcement Teddy Bear Drive. Due 

to infection control among the recipients, donated items 

must be new and unused with the purchase tag still 

attached. Visit sandiegoregionalteddybeardrive.com for 

more information. Now collecting at all Stations! 

KNOTT’S TRIBUTE 

Holiday Fire and Police Days 

The annual fire and police tribute at Knott’s Berry 

Farm runs from Thanksgiving day through Jan. 6, 

2013. With proper ID presented at Knott’s (employee 

ID card, paycheck, etc.) fire and police personnel plus 

one guest receive free admission. Purchase up to six 

additional tickets for just $25 each. 

Follow the DSA online 

www.facebook.com/DSASanDiego 

www.facebook.com/DSAStore 

www.twitter.com/DSAStore 

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WHERE TO FIND IT... 

Many forms and publications are available on the DSA 

website or by contacting the DSA. 

• Bylaws - On the DSA website, accessible via the link 

at the bottom of each page or from the “Member’s 

Only” menu after logging in. Certified copy available 

for viewing at the DSA office. 

• MOA - Available online in the “Member’s Only” 

section or on the county’s website. Remember that the 

latest MOA is from 2000, with several extensions and 

LOUS, which modify it. 

• Year End Audits - Available online after logging in 

to the DSA “Member’s Only” section under financial 

SAN DIEGO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT 

statements. 

COMMEMORATIVE BADGES 

• DSA Budget and books of account - Available for 

viewing at the DSA office following a written request 

to the president or treasurer. 

• DSA Minutes - Available after being approved by the 

board online in the member’s only section. 

Order your commemorative badge today for just $69.95. All badges must be paid for at time of order; 

no payroll deduction is available. Badges must be picked up at the DSA Office in Poway; no shipping is 

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Anniversary month in April. All badges must be paid for at time 

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DIRECTOR ELECTIONS 

Ballots mailed to home this month 

Ballots for the DSA director election and bylaw proposals 

will be mailed to all Active members in mid-December. 

Your Vote is Your Voice 

Historically, the number of returned ballots are low, so we 

encourage you to take a couple minutes to vote. Elected 

directors speak for you on the board and represent you 

during negotiations, with politicians, in the media, and 

with the public. Use your voice, and vote for the directors 

you feel will best represent you. 

Don’t Forget to Sign Your Ballot Envelope 

Included with the election material is a postage paid 

envelope to mail your ballot back to the DSA. Please 

remember to sign your ballot envelope or your vote will not 

be counted. 

If you do not receive your ballot by January 1, please contact 

the DSA, so arrangements can be made for you to vote. 

BLACK OUT DATES MAY APPLY TO SOME DISCOUNT TICKETS OVER 

THE HOLIDAY SEASON. PLEASE CONFIRM BEFORE PURCHASING. 

THIS HOLIDAY SEASON HELP 

SAN DIEGO’S HOMELESS VETS 

Rusty Burkett and the Retired Members of the DSA 

are once again collecting donations for San Diego’s 

Homeless Veterans. The list of needed supplies 

include sweatshirts, sweatpants, undershirts, socks, 

men’s and women’s underwear, sleeping bags, jackets, 

toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, and deodorant. All 

donations must be new—used clothing and sleeping 

bags will not be accepted. Cash donations are also 

appreciated. Donations will be accepted at the Retired 

Member Holiday Party on Dec. 8 (www.dsasd.org/ 

winter). If you would like to drop off donation outside 

of the party, contact Rusty Burkett at (619) 916- 

6008. Donations will be distributed a few days before 

Christmas. 

DON’T FORGET TO RSVP FOR 

THE CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY 

BEFORE DECEMBER 4 

www.DSASD.org/Christmas 

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DISCOUNT TICKETS FOR DSA MEMBERS 

ATTRACTION REGULAR PRICE MEMBER PRICE 

Disneyland Resort $87 $85 

(Child) $81 $79 

1-Day Park Hopper $125 $116 

(Child) $119 $110 

2-Day Park Hopper $200 $181 

(Child) $188 $171 

*Please visit the DSA website or call the DSA Store for complete price 

list and availability. Visit www.Disneyland.com for blackout dates. 

LegoLand $69 $57 

Triple Play $89 $67 

SeaWorld $73 $59 

(Child) $65 $59 

SeaWorld Fun Card $81.99 $65 

Soak City $32.99 $23.99 

(Child) $22.99 $19.99 

Universal Studios 

VARIES 

(Visit the member’s only section online for tickets) 

Zoo or Wild Animal Park $42 $36.50 

(Child) $32 $28 

MOVIE TICKETS MEMBER PRICE 

Edwards, Regal $ 6.50 

Reading $ 6.75 

AMC, UltraStar $ 6 

Krikorian $ 7.50 

These tickets are available in the DSA store, by calling the DSA Store or sending 

an e-mail to ccrowell@dsasd.org. A $5 fee is added to all mail orders. A service 

fee is added to all non-member purchases. DSA not responsible for tickets lost 

in mail. Tickets cannot be purchased for these prices at the admissions gate at 

any of the parks. Tickets are Non-Refundable. Ticket prices are subject 

to change without notice. Please call ahead to see if tickets are available. 

DSA Store (858) 486-7153. 


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We’re Halfway There! 

Update on the Union Institute & University classes 

In just four months, two deputy sheriffs, a La Mesa police officer, 

a California State Parks ranger, a California State University 

Police Officer, a sheriff’s sergeant, three police lieutenants, a 

sheriff’s lieutenant, a recently retired police chief, and a current 

chief of police, will have earned their Bachelor of Science in 

Criminal Justice Management while attending Union Institute & 

University classes at the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association building in 

Poway. These students have been attending classes approximately 

every other Thursday night for the past four months. That’s a total 

of only twenty nights of classes to obtain a bachelor’s degree. 

Any peace officer with an associate degree and a POST basic 

certificate and some advanced officer training probably qualifies 

for our inexpensive and accelerated program. Those without an 

associate degree will find that our certified learning credits will 

help them obtain their goal of a bachelor’s degree if they cannot 

find the time or money to finish their associate degree at a local 

community college. Union has identified over 60 law enforcement 

classes that transfer to academic credits. We do it better than 

anyone. No need to take classes that you don’t need. 

Union is an accredited non-profit university. All we want to do 

is provide you an affordable opportunity to obtain your bachelor 

degree as soon as practical in a comfortable environment with 

knowledgeable instructors. All of the students in the current 

class got started by asking for a free assessment of their academic 

and law enforcement experience. They simply submitted a few 

documents. Within a few days, they knew their required classes 

and cost. 

The next session starts Jan. 7. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a 

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Management in just eight 

months? Call me, Don Crist, at (858) 212-2416, or email me at 

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The Encinitas Sheriff’s Station is again partnering with 

the Community Resource Center and San Diego County 

Fairgrounds for the Holiday Basket Program. During the past 

several years, the program has allowed low income families to 

enjoy a bountiful holiday. This year, beginning on Friday, Dec. 

14 and concluding on Sunday, Dec. 16, bicycles, toys, clothing, 

and food will be distributed to over 1,500 families. 

Leading up to the event, sheriff’s employees refurbish donated 

bicycles, so they are suitable for distribution. Over the course of 

a month, the fairgrounds are transformed by the Community 

Resource Center into a magical holiday setting. There will be 

music, snacks, and a special room with the main guest of honor; 

Santa Claus. 

While children enjoy crafts and movies, parents shop discreetly. 

Toys and articles of clothing are selected for each person in the 

family. There will be an area for baby items, that include diapers, 

strollers, and cribs. Each family will receive at least one box of 

assorted canned food, with a larger family receiving up to four 

boxes. Families get to pick what they need and want, instead 

of being handed an impersonal box of goods. The final stop is 

the checkout, where families are matched with bikes. They also 

receive a frozen turkey. 

In addition, deliveries are made to homebound seniors, so 

they too can enjoy a wonderful holiday. The Senior Volunteer 

Patrol helps deliver baskets each year, which include gifts and 

household items. 

Volunteers are needed to organize drives, help set up, and be 

part of distribution. Please email HB@crcncc.org or call (760) 

230-6305 to volunteer. Overall, more than 1,600 volunteers 

and staff will work around the clock to organize food, toys, 

outerwear and much more at the Del Mar Fairgrounds site. 

Priority items for the Holiday Baskets program currently include 

non-perishable food (canned or boxed), blankets, new toys 

and teen gifts, and diapers of all sizes. The preferred donation 

deadline is Dec. 14, but items will be accepted through the last 

day of distribution. 

The City of Del Mar and the Del Sol Lions have teamed-up to 

collect new and gently used blankets and jackets for the annual 

Holiday Basket Program. If you are interested in supporting 

this program, please bring unwrapped blankets and jackets 

to the Del Mar City Hall Lobby at 1050 Camino Del Mar 

during normal business hours. Items will be collected through 

Wednesday, December 14, 2012. 

For online donations, volunteer opportunities, list of currently 

needed new and gently used items, and other information, 

please go to www.crcncc.org Please help the Encinitas Station 

and the Community Resource Center make this another 

successful year! 


Around Town: Kid-Friendly Holiday Events 

Breakfast with Santa at Seaport Village: Santa makes an 

appearance, in his traditional garb for Breakfast with Santa 

at the Harbor House Restaurant on Dec. 15 and 16, 9 a.m. to 

10:30 a.m. The morning includes a full breakfast, picture with 

Santa, face painting, balloon artists, kids show, and a gift for 

the kids. Santa is checking his list and hoping to see you there! 

Cost is $25 per person. Call early, space is limited. Contact 

Megan Capizzi at (619) 235-4014 Ext. 3. Seaport Village is 

open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Stores will observe special 

holiday hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas day and will be 

open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Santa at Seaport Village welcomes 

families and groups of any size, including pets, for photos. 

How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Back for its 15th 

incredible year, “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole 

Christmas!” is a wonderful, whimsical musical 

based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Celebrate 

the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre is once 

again transformed into the snow-covered Whoville, 

right down to the last can of Who-hash. The play runs 

through Dec. 26. The 11 a.m. matinee performances 

are open to all ages. 

Everyone must have a ticket. Children under 

age 3 will not be admitted except during 11 am 

performances. 

LEGOLAND Holly Jolly Holidays: LEGOLAND 

California is gearing up for the biggest, brightest and 

coolest holiday celebration ever with Holiday Snow Days. 

Snow falls nightly as guests enjoy the world’s largest LEGO® 

Christmas tree. New this year, Fun Town is transformed into 

a winter wonderland with a snow play area where families can 

build a snowman using LEGO carrots and other fun LEGO 

elements and throw snowballs at targets. Along with the snowfilled 

fun, Holiday Snow Days feature festive entertainment 

including carolers, elves, strolling magicians; Santa and his 

holiday helpers; an enchanting holiday musical; and nightly 

fireworks Dec. 26 through 31. All Holiday Snow Days activities 

are included in the price of LEGOLAND California admission. 

On Dec. 31, the park celebrates its Kids’ New Year’s Eve with 

a kid-focused dance party, live music, and a “midnight”Brick 

Drop, which is modeled after the Times Square ball drop with 

fireworks to welcome 2011. The LEGOS drop at 6 p.m., so you 

can celebrate the New Year without losing any sleep. 

San Diego Zoo Jungle Bells: The new Jingle Bells celebration 

takes over the zoo Dec. 15 through Jan. 6. It is free with regular 

admission. Visit Santa at Canyon Cafe through Dec. 23. or take 

a spin on the ice skating rink at Sabertooth Grill. The zoo is 

closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. 

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration: Waves of holiday spirit 

splash over you during SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration! 

Carols fill the air, a sparkling Sea of Trees lights up the water 

and skaters dance on ice. This year the event features Snow 

World, Santa’s Village, and Breakfast with Shamu and Santa. 

The celebration runs weekends through Dec. 16, and then daily 

Dec. 22 through Jan. 5. 

Holiday Discounts 

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1800flowers.com and 1800baskets.com using promo code DSA. 

The discount applies to all orders, including same-day delivery 

items. 

BUDGET: Save on all budget rentals. For reservations, call 

(800) 527-0700 or online at www.budget.com. Discount BCD 

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AVIS: As a member of the DSA, you qualify for the U.S. 

Government Leisure Pass Savings. Save up to 20%, just 

by mentioning the discount number when making a 

reservation. Reserve a car by calling (800) 321-3659 or 

online at www.avis.com. Discount Code: A555090 

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Where have you taken your Silver 

Star? Whose been reading it and 

where? Send in your photos of the 

Silver Star around the world or 

in the hands of someone famous 

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receives a $15 gift certificate to the 

DSA Store. Non-winning photos 

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MILITARY 

RESERVISTS 

RECOGNITION 

CEREMONY 

As part of recognizing Veteran’s Day, the San Diego Sheriff’s 

Department dedicated a new plaque at Ridgehaven to honor 

department members who serve as reservists. 

Sheriff Gore began the ceremony by saying, “It is an honor to recognize 

the men and women who choose to not only serve San Diego County 

as deputies and professional staff, but also choose to serve our country 

during these difficult times. Today, we are here to celebrate military 

reservists and their commitment to their dual demanding duties as 

deputy sheriffs and professional staff for the sheriff’s department. It 

takes a special person to commit endless hours and dedicate themselves 

to both duties and find time to balance all their assigned duties and 

personal lives.” 

The new installation includes two plaques. The first recognizing 

the branches of the military. A dedication plaque lists department 

employees who have served in the military and deployed after 9/11. 

Unfortunately, accurate records before 9/11 are not available. 

The San Diego Sheriff’s Department has worked hard over recent years 

to ensure that deployed department employees and their families are 

supported throughout their time away from the department. From care 

packages to regular correspondence, these deputies and professional 

staff are not forgotten. Gore pointed out during his recognition speech 

that, when a member of the department receives orders to deploy, they 

have better tools to be prepared before deployment and when they 

return to their civilian lives. 

This plaque has been carefully designed to recognize our military reserves. Our 

American Flag is above the seven seals of our branches of the US armed forces. 

Each military branch stands at equal distance and balance from each other. 

None of the branches are higher or lower than the other. All photos courtesy of 

San Diego Sheriff’s Department Public Affairs.

2012 in Review 

While 2012 saw many changes in the command staff 

of the department, the DSA and its members had 

a much quieter year. All three incumbents David 

DiCarlo, Dustin Lopez, and Hank Turner were re-elected to 

the board and the elected officers remained the same. Trying to 

focus on the members, the board of directors worked to bring 

about a range of events and 

opportunities. 

Once again, the annual dinner dance broke attendance records 

with a lively St. Patrick’s Day event. With so many deputies and 

their dates dressed in green, there was definitely a stroke of luck 

in the air that night. Although high winds loomed outside, the 

tent allowed dancers to stay on the floor late into the night. 

Being an election year, much 

of the focus stayed on the 

primary and general elections. 

As usual, the DSA endorsed 

several candidates, who they 

believe have the best interest 

of members in mind. More 

importantly, the DSA teamed 

up with law enforcement 

associations across the state to 

fight legislation attacking our 

pensions and benefits. Despite 

efforts, a pension reform bill 

was passed just as the session 

ended. 

Sheriff Gore prepares to 

swear in the 2012 DSA Board 

of Directors. 


The Annual Dinner Dance celebrating St. 

Patrick’s Day breaks attendance records for 

the second year in a row. (below) The DSA 

returned to the Vista Wave Waterpark for a 

family-friendly summer event. 

In April, new Store Manager Ken Docken took the helm of the 

DSA Store. He worked to expand the uniform and gear range. If 

you haven’t been to the DSA Store this year, you should stop by 

and check out the amazing deals on duty gear. 

For the second year, the DSA helped subsidize members’ trips 

to the state and national memorials. Bringing a contingency of 

deputies to the memorials allows our nine deputies killed in the 

line of duty to never be forgotten. 

The DSA also expanded its education program with the Union 

Institute University and National University, offering classes at 

the DSA offices. The DSA hopes that the accessibility of these 

classes will help more members earn 

their degree. 

While the DSA prepared for 

negotiations next year and the 

impact of the new pension reform 

and worker’s comp legislation, focus 

turned towards two of our members. 

Det. Ali Perez and Sgt. Craig Johnson 

were wounded in a gun battle. While 

Craig was released from the hospital 

quickly, Ali Perez underwent several 

surgeries and days in the hospital. 

Members of our department and the 

public banded together to raise funds 

for Ali and his family. 

The DSA supported several 

fundraisers organized by deputies. 

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with recovery. It is this attention and support that allowed him 

to progress so quickly. The DSA wishes him well and hopes he 

returns to work when he is ready. 

The DSA ended the year with the annual Children’s Christmas 

Party on December 8. For the second year in a row, donations 

from the party will benefit the Deployed Deputy Program, which 

helps send care packages to reservists currently deployed. 

DSA members and their families trick or treat at the DSA as part of the 

annual costume contest. (top) DSA Members attend the candlelight vigil at 

the National Law Enforcement Memorial. (left) The Lonny Brewer Memorial 

Golf Tournament remains one of the DSA’s most popular events and the largest 

benefactor of the Line of Duty Scholarship program. 


Ride for Ali 

On Saturday, November 3, over 300 

motorcycles filled the DSA parking lot to 

support wounded deputy Ali Perez and 

his family. Spearheaded by James Bovet, 

with support of the DSA, the SD LEO 

Wives, and several deputies, the quickly 

organized event raised over $14,000. 

While Ali was not able to ride, he cheered 

on the riders as they made their way 

past the hospital. He expressed interest 

in making the ride an annual event to 

support other injured law enforcement 

officers. While he offered to help with 

future events, hopefully his physical 

therapy will have progressed enough for 

him to ride. 



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PERT PERSPECTIVE 

Kathy Rose, Ph.D., LMFT - PERT Team Leader 

Asperger Syndrome or Asperger’s Disorder is a developmental disorder 

considered by many to be a mild, higher-functioning form of Autism. 

Asperger’s is characterized by difficulties in social interactions, 

restricted or highly focused interests which present as almost 

fixations with particular topics or objects of interest; lack of or 

restricted empathy; monotonic speech, as well as long-winded, 

one-sided conversations with no regard for other’s reactions or 

input; poor motor coordination and odd posturing; naivety and 

eccentricity. A person with Asperger Syndrome will have difficulty 

in reading and conveying nonverbal communication as well as 

interpreting social interactions. 

Asperger’s is typically diagnosed in childhood. It can be more 

challenging to identify than autism, since Asperger’s involves fewer 

and less pronounced symptoms. Unlike autism, language development 

is generally not delayed in Asperger’s Disorder. Cognitive deficits are 

also not as pronounced and most children with Asperger’s fall in the 

normal range of intelligence, giving a more optimistic prognosis for 

quality of life. Onset appears to be later than that of autism, although 

it is unknown if this is a function of its less pronounced symptomlogy. 

Asperger’s is seen in significantly higher frequency among males, and 

research suggests an increased frequency among family members with 

the disorder. 

Anxiety and frustration contribute to the ability to function in social 

settings for children who suffer from Asperger’s Disorder. Studies 

conducted under the auspices of the National Institute of Mental 

Health have indicated that relaxation techniques to mitigate the effects 

of frustration can have a significant impact. Highly structured and 

predictable environments have also been shown to help these children 

better cope in both school and home settings, as change is not welltolerated. 

Children with Asperger’s Disorder may also be prone to depression, 

as they are drawn to forming social relationships and friendships but 

are often frustrated in these attempts due to their inappropriate or odd 

behaviors being “off-putting” to others. Social isolation often becomes 

the norm for children with Asperger’s Disorder. 

Treatment for Asperger’s Disorder typically focuses on training in 

social skills and heightening the ability to read social cues when 

engaging with others; addressing frustration through behavior 

modification and education (cognitive behavioral therapy); individual 

psychotherapy to assist with emotional issues related to the diagnosis; 

and psychiatric medications which can be utilized to address issues of 

depression, agitation, hyperactivity, irritability, compulsive behaviors, 

and anxiety. 

While Asperger’s is not “curable,” with appropriate interventions 

most persons diagnosed with the disorder can lead relatively normal 

and independent lives as adults. For more information on the topic of 

Asperger Syndrome, contact the San Diego Regional Center at: www. 

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Chaplain’s Corner 

by Chaplain Herb Smith 

“And lo, the star, which the magi had seen in the east, went on before them, 

until it came and stood over where the Child was. And when they saw 

the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. And they came into the 

house and saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell down and 

worshiped Him; and opening their treasures they presented to Him gifts of 

gold and frankincense and myrrh” (Matthew 2:9-12). 

During the Christmas break my family enjoys an annual day at Knott’s 

Berry Farm, a gracious gift of affordability by Knott’s for law enforcement 

and firefighters. One of our favorite traditions there is enjoying a short 

play at the Bird Cage Theater of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and O. 

Henry’s Gift of the Magi. Both are excellent. One illustrates the thrilling 

change that takes place in the human heart when the charity of Christmas 

envelopes the spirit: 

“Scrooge was better than his word. He did it all, and infinitely more; and 

to Tiny Tim, who did not die, he was a second father. He became as good 

a friend, as good a master, and as good a man, as the good old city knew, 

or any other good old city, town, or borough, in the good old world… 

Ever afterwards… it was always said of him that he knew how to keep 

Christmas well…” 

But the other story demonstrates the priceless joy that satisfies our 

highest desires when love’s sacrifice is borne for another. I find this 

story even more intriguing because although Scrooge’s story resolves 

the burden of a dark and pitiless soul, O’ Henry’s Jim and Della takes 

such love to its highest expression. So deep is their love for each other 

that there is nothing held in reserve toward their greater longing for 

what each surmises to be the other’s most extravagant yearning; and 

they through their near despairing poverty to provide it, find the means 

in the very object of that yearning (I strive to keep the ending a secret 

here, should you decide to enjoy this happy Knott’s tradition as well). 

What they succeed in giving each other are objects of much sacrifice but 

alas of scarce practical use, yet thoroughly singular, and of perennial 

significance. 

What were the gifts of the magi (a caste of scholarly men from the 

east specializing in astrology, medicine, natural science and ancient 

prophesy)? They had seen a star that, from their vantage point, was 

arising out of Israel: “A star shall come forth from Jacob (another name 

for Israel), and a scepter shall rise out of Israel”… (Numbers 24:17). 

They came to Jerusalem in search of a new born King, to worship Him. 

They were sent by King Herod to Bethlehem, where the prophet Micah 

centuries prior foretold the Messiah would be born: “And you, Bethlehem, 

land of Judah, are by no means least among the leaders of Judah; for out 

of you shall come forth a ruler, who will shepherd My people Israel” 

(Micah 5:2). 

According to the New Testament book of Matthew, they found Him 

there, in a house, now some months old, probably by representation from 

the shepherds who attended to Him the night He was born, astonished 

as they were. When the magi saw Him, “they fell down and worshiped 

Him; and opening their treasures they presented to Him gifts of gold and 

frankincense and myrrh” (Matthew 2:11). 

Each of these gifts had value not only for what they were, as valuable today 

as they were then, but for what they signi-ied. Gold was the substance of 

kings, rightly adorning crown and position. Frankincense, an aromatic 

tree gum used in incense, was utilized by priests in the temple while 

intercession was being made for the people. Myrrh, also resin from tree 

sap, was used medicinally in a balm or salve by physicians for healing. 

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The Southwest Corner 

Imperial Beach by Ryan Ehrlich 

Fall is upon us and the temperatures are quickly 

starting to drop throughout the county. It seems, 

though, that with the drop in temperatures, 

people’s natural ability to make good choices 

has dropped as well… 

I.B. (Night) Spa? 

I remember in the academy, sitting in my seat, 

listening to all of the seasoned instructors tell 

us about how our new careers will provide the 

most interesting subject matter for stories later 

in life and that we will experience things on 

patrol that you just can’t make up. Well, one 

of those moments came a few weeks ago when 

we received the call of an “Unknown Trouble.” 

Basically, the reporting party (RP) had heard 

someone calling for help way out in the distance, 

but didn’t know where it was coming from and 

couldn’t find the person. 

Reserve Lt. Gary Reid, Reserve Dep. Percy 

Pedroso, and I were first on scene trying to 

find these so-called “calls for help.” As we were 

walking up this barren, cold bike path at some 

wee-hour in the morning, looking for someone 

in distress, we could hear a faint voice trying 

to get our attention in the distance. As we got 

closer and shined our flashlights on the person, 

we quickly discovered a male completely stuck 

about chest-deep in a giant mud puddle (saying 

“puddle” makes it sound tiny, but you could 

literally roll a VW Bug into this thing and it 

would probably swallow the whole thing up). I 

immediately tried to get close to the guy, but was 

quickly deterred after starting to sink into the 

mud about 30 feet away from him. It reminded 

me of quick sand from an Indiana Jones movie, 

“Grab the snake!” 

Luckily, my beat partner that night, Dep. Steve 

Sepulveda, and Sgt. Marilu Marcq were quick 

to arrive right after we found him. We tried 

hailing for the fire department to respond for 

a rescue, but the bike path was so secluded and 

narrow, it was not going to happen with a fire 

truck. With the quick wit and decisiveness of 

Deputy Sepulveda, who thought to grab a rope 

from his patrol car, and the help of Lieutenant 

Reid and Deputy Pedroso, we were able to win 

the tug-o-war against the mud hole and pull 

the guy to safety. Unlike a resort and spa, I’m 

sure the phrase “Mud Bath” means something 

completely different to him now! 

Deputy Of The Month 

Before shift change, while with Team 3, Dep. 

Doug Morse received a call to investigate a 911 

hang-up. When he arrived, he encountered a 

man standing in his doorway with a large knife 

in his hand and two small children with him. 

The man told Deputy Morse he was feeling 

suicidal and eventually barricaded himself 

inside his apartment with the children. Deputy 

Morse also heard the male may have had a 

loaded shotgun in the residence as well. Against 

these difficult odds, Deputy Morse showed his 

true colors of why law enforcement was his 

career choice. 

Deputy Morse kept his composure and patience, 

as he talked with the suspect for an extensive 

period of time. Deputy Morse was able to 

develop a rapport with the suspect, and while 

doing so, was able to sneak one of the small 

children out the door to safety. Deputy Morse 

continued to de-escalate the situation with his 

calm demeanor enough for the suspect to give 

up the second child and eventually surrender 

himself without incident. Looks like a future 

Crisis Negotiator to me! Great job, Doug! 

A Good Time Had By All… 

(Except Two) 

Who knew driving a truck that wasn’t yours, 

with no license plates, and committing several 

traffic violations would get the attention of the 

sheriff’s department? Weird, right?! Well, this 

next story is about a guy and girl who thought 

they were faster than the law. 

Reserve Lt. Lyle Mowery had joined us in IB on 

what was expected to be another busy Friday 

night. There was another home football game 

at Mar Vista HS, and, if anything reminded us 

of the previous week, it was that ANYTHING 

could happen. Late in the evening, Lt. Mowery 

spotted a pick-up truck with no plates, driven by 

a guy who apparently thought stop signs said, 

“Go ahead, it’s no big deal.” Lt. Mowery thought 

this particular driver needed an intervention to 

remind him of basic traffic safety laws. As the LT 

was putting out the stop on the radio, I heard a 

definite change in tone in his voice. As soon as 

the words “failing to yield” came out across the 

radio, we knew the chase was on. 

The driver took off in an attempt to get away, 

but the LT was right on him the whole time. 

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Cajon Zone 

El Cajon Courts by Cydney King and the gang 

Ali and Family, first and foremost, you are loved; 

we know you are in good hands. We’re still here 

if you need anything. So glad you are back at 

home. There are so many great stories of how 

the communities have stepped up to support 

your family. 

As a matter of fact, while I was obtaining a 

raffle gift from Oggi’s for the motorcycle run, 

a gentleman sitting next to me purchased a gift 

card for to me to use as well. He overheard my 

conversation and wanted to help support you as 

well. When I went to buy my Rubio’s lunch in 

El Cajon, the line that formed was outstanding. 

Everyone was patient and kind to one another, 

knowing that the reason they were there was to 

help a “family member.” 

I have a correction to make from our September 

station report. Evidently, we got carried away 

with excitement and pride of Ashley Stewart’s 

graduation. It was in fact the Naval Basic 

Training that she completed. No disrespect 

intended to those Academy graduates. We’re 

still heck-a proud of you Ashley! 

Speaking of people in the Navy, one of our own 

went up to the Veterean’s Day celebration at 

Ridgehaven for all our SDSD members who also 

serve our country in another uniform. Ernest 

Jones looked pretty spiffy in his “other uniform” 

as a matter of fact. 

Kimberly Van Abel’s birthday celebration. 

When the September station 

report deadline came 

around, it was just before 

the breaking news that 

another Cajon Zone family 

will be expecting a new 

member. Deputy Jimmy Pember and his wife 

are expecting a little boy bundle in March of 

2013. Congratulations on your little addition. 

Sounds like we’re working on another baseball 

team—Chi, heard you can coach. 

Val Finch was in town for a spell. You look 

wonderful dahling. It is so special to stay in 

touch with work family—hint, hint Chris, 

Sherry, and Teresa. 

We shared a big special day with Kim Van Abel. 

She has now reached the magic “retire anytime 

I want to” age. Your looks are not a day over 

40 girl! I believe a certain elf is next on the list. 

Let’s just say we’ve doing our fair share to keep 

Tiffany busy. Finally, Mark you really are a class 

act with a heart of gold that is all Kim’s. Thank 

you from all of us! 

We have had some additions to our roster out 

here as well. Rae Costa has made herself very 

comfortable here in The Zone. I don’t think I 

ever really welcomed Sgt. Russ Shimmin to the 

El Cajon field office; sharing his time with other 

CSB field offices. Sergeant Bill Giltner has joined 

Ernest Jones shows off his “other uniform” during a ceremony honoring 

reservists at Ridgehaven. 

us in the S-2 office, which sometimes tends to 

be a hot seat, as some of the sergeants haven’t 

stayed long enough to let the moss grow under 

their feet. Guess who’s back in the CSB: Lt. Brian 

Conway, who is also sharing his supervisory 

skills with other CSB offices. Glad to have you 

all. 

Last but definitely not least, I want to mention 

the efforts of all who participated in the 

Movember campaign. Here in El Cajon we had 

two teams going: one from Jim McFarland’s 

Cross Fit Gym (Cross Fit Pride) and one 

established by Tony Dillard (El Cajones.) As 

the teams grew their mustaches and fundraised 

through November, a recap (with photos) will 

be in next month’s issue. 

Thank you to everyone in El Cajon who donated 

towards our plaque at the Fallen Deputy 

Memorial at Ridgehaven. Thank you also to the 

Honorary Deputy Sheriff’s Association who 

have worked hard to get the funding for this 

memorial. 

It is that time of year to give thanks and be 

giving. We hope you all have a wonderful time 

creating sweet memories with your loved ones. 

We pray for all who are away from home and 

those who have lost theirs due to Hurricane 

Sandy. 

“Somehow, not only 

for Christmas but all 

the long year through, 

the joy that you give to 

others 

is the joy that comes 

back to you. And the 

more you spend in 

blessing the poor and 

lonely and sad, the 

more of your heart’s 

possessing returns 

to make you glad.” 

– John Greenleaf 

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2004 Mercedes Benz SLK AMG: 2 liter 

supercharged/intercooled 18 valve V-6. 349 hp 

332 ft. lb. torque. 5 speed AMG speed shift, driver 

adaptive automatic transmission. AMG sport 

suspension. Electronic stability program. AMG 

aerodynamic bodywork. One touch retractable 

hard top. Charcoal wood interior trim. 8 way power 

heated seats. Telescopic steering wheel, leather 

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2005 Weekend Warrior 3705 SLC Toy Box 5th 

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cross bracing. Huge 5.5kw Onan Generator - Freshly 

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queen beds, 2 dinette/beds/tables, sleeps 8, outside 

shower, 40 gallon gray water, 40 gallon black water, 

120 gallon fresh water tank upgrade, 36 gallon fuel 

station upgrade, outside shower, triple axle, awning, 

2 batteries, 13500 BTU vented air conditioner, large 

bathroom, microwave, propane stove and oven., tv 

hookups in MB and Living area. Priced below NADA 

at $17,450 or OBO. Contact Deputy Dvorak or Patti 

at 760-782-3888 

2005 Ford Ranger Edge: 4.0 liter V-6 with air 

conditioning. 40,000 original miles. One owner . 

Always garaged. 4 door extended cab. Auto trans 

w/O.D. 5 speed. Limited slip rear axle. Trailer towing 

package. Power windows/Power door locks. Power 

side view mirrors. Turn signal indicators in side view 

mirrors. AM/FM CD in dash stereo. Rear jump seats. 

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mirror w/compass and temperature. K&N air filter. 

New Die Hard battery. Security system. Split seats 

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exhaust, Custom passing lights, chrome air horns, 

Whitewall tires, Blue LED lights for engine display, 

many more extras, very clean and well maintained, 

asking $15,000. Contact Roger @ 951-219-9633. 

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Debtwave Credit Counseling 16 

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Hawkins Computer Service 10 

Homeopathic Weight Loss 31 

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Liberty Mutual 7 

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feel Awesome! Average weight loss is 25 Lbs. For more info (www. 

slenderiix.com) and (www.ariix.com). My name is Paul and I’m here 

to help you achieve your healthy goals! You might be able to claim 

this and other Ariix products with your ASI Flex account. Let me show 

you how. To order or Business Opportunity To order or Business 

Opportunity go to www.Goldtouch.biz or e-mail Goldtouch@myariix. 

com. “Unleashing the Human Potential for Good” -Ariix 

Short Sale or 

Foreclosure? 

If you are thinking of applying for 

a short sale, you will need to close 

your sale before the end of 2012. 

Call me for more details. This may be a good option for you. 

Call/E-mail me for a FREE No-Obligation Consultation: Lydia 

Seeley, Century 21 Award, CA DRE Lic #01861649, (619) 922- 

4609, LydiaSeeley@Century21Award.com 

HOLMERUD STUDIOS 

Digital Video Editing 

Now with High-Definition movie film capture 

and Blu-ray Disc production. Your old movies 

and videos should be converted to digital video. 

Using the latest technology, standard definition 

DVD-Video or high-definition Blu-ray Disc 

can be produced for you. Your family’s precious 

memories make wonderful and thoughtful gifts 

for any occasion. Call Jon Holmerud (619) 370- 

8569 or holmerud@cox.net. 

DJ Services 

Weddings, Formal Events, and Parties. 

Dance Music & Light Show for all occasions 

at a 70’s Price. Call DJ “Franco”at (619) 829- 

1319 or e-mail at deejayfdr@gmail.com. 

To place a classified ad for a service or business, please contact 

Kristie Macris at (858) 486-9009 or kmacris@dsasd.org. 

RETIREE 

BUSINESS 

CARDS 

Business Cards for retired 

San Diego Sheriff’s 

Department employees 

will be ordered in January. 

Order forms are available 

online on the “Retired 

Members” page or may be requested from the DSA office. 

Orders are due before January 15 and will be delivered 

the first week of February. The cards may be ordered by 

anyone who retired from the department, even if you are 

not a DSA member. Please type or print clearly as cards 

will be printed exactly 

how form is filled out. 

To keep costs down, we 

only order cards a few 

times a year, so this is 

your first chance in 

2013 for cards. 


10-7 EOS 

This month’s EOS was submitted by Deputy Michael Moeller. If you have lighthearted humor or interesting photos to share, please e-mail all submissions to 

kmacris@dsasd.org or mail artwork to the DSA office, ATTN: Kristie Macris. 


SAN DIEGO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT 

COMMEMORATIVE BADGES 

Order your commemorative badge today for just $75.55. All badges must be paid for at time of order; 

no payroll deduction is available. Badges must be picked up at the DSA Office in Poway; no shipping is 

available. To insure April delivery, orders must be received by January 15. 

Name: _____________________________________________________________ 

Address: _____________________________________________________________ 

_____________________________________________________________________ 

Phone Number: _____________________________________________________ 

E-mail address: ______________________________________________________ 

Please check the category for your badge. You may order one (1) badge of each rank, up to and 

including your current rank. 

LAW ENFORCEMENT DETENTIONS COURTS RESERVES 

☐ Deputy ☐ Deputy ☐ Deputy ☐ Deputy 

☐ Sergeant ☐ Sergeant ☐ Sergeant 

☐ Lieutenant ☐ Lieutenant ☐ Lieutenant 

☐ Captain ☐ Captain ☐ Captain 

☐ Commander 

☐ Commander 

☐ Asst. Sheriff 

☐ Undersheriff 

☐ Sheriff 

☐ Volunteer 

Payment Method: ☐ Credit Card ☐ Check ☐ Cash 

Credit Card Number: ____________________________________ Exp. Date: _____________ 

Signature: _____________________________________________________________________ 

Please complete and return form with payment to: 

Please attach a copy of 

your identification to 

verify current rank. 

Mailstop: N-241 

DSA - Commemorative Badge 

13881 Danielson St. 

Poway, CA 92064 

Fax: (858) 486-8318

Dates to Remember: 

December 13 General Member Board Meeting 

10 Board Petitions Due 

11 DSA Office & Store Closes at 11:30 

24-25 DSA Office & Store Closed 

31 Store Closed 

JANUARY 

1 DSA Store & Office Closed 

9 Ballots Due 

10 Board Meeting 

21 DSA Office & Store Closed 

24 Director Installation Luncheon 

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