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First Vice President’s Report
Put your safety and health first and foremost
With the summer upon us and violence all around the city, we as police officers need to make sure we have our equipment in working order. Last month, the Lodge hosted Gun Safety Days. We had several hundred officers come in and have their weapons checked and/or cleaned. I would like to remind anyone who brought in their guns to perform a functions check on each weapon. When you get a chance, take it to a
range and make sure it is working properly. Even though the reps from each company are armorers, it is imperative that you make sure the weapon is in working order.
I would like to inform everyone that our FOP7 Health and Wellness App is up and running. If you would like to down- load the app, please email me at michael.mette@chicagofop.
org and I will send you the instructions to get the app. Not phone tech-savvy? No worries — you can access most of the app on your computer as well. Again, just email me and I will send you the info to access the app on the web. Use of this app is for all FOP7 members and their families. As you go through the app, if you have any suggestions, please let me know.
Just remember: This is just a job, we are only human and everyone needs a little help now and again. If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to the many ser- vices available to you and your family. EAP, Peer Support and we here at the Lodge are always available to offer our assis- tance. You can reach a field rep 24/7/365 by calling the Lodge at 312-733-7776.
As always, stay safe and healthy.
MICHAEL METTE
10 CHICAGO LODGE 7 ■ JUNE 2021