Join the New York Yankees, the United Federation of Police Officers (UFPO) and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) on the below dates for specially priced ticket packages and a fun-filled Night at Yankee Stadium as the Yankees honor law enforcement. For every ticket sold $10.00 will benefit the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF)

“Join us for a memorable night at Yankee Stadium as we celebrate law enforcement with fellow officers, supporters, and the Yankees community. This special event honors service, sacrifice, courage, and brotherhood. Bring your family and friends as we fill Yankee Stadium in support of those who proudly wear the badge,” said National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund Board Member and UFPO Acting President Sean R. McArdle.

DISCOUNTED TICKET PACKAGES START AT $47.44

Tuesday August 25, 2026 vs. Houston Astros

For this special event ticket package, a New York Yankees and NLEOMF co-branded challenge coin is included

For questions regarding this event, please contact New York Yankees Representative Joe Grande JGrande@Yankees.com

We have received a message from Great Wolf Lodge offering a First Responder Discount during the week of October 16th-October 22nd

In appreciation of the dedication and service of our local first responders, we’re pleased to offer a discounted overnight room block exclusively for firefighters, police, dispatchers and EMS personnel during the week of October 16, 2026 to Thursday 10/22/2026.

Celebrate HowlOween at Great Wolf Lodge New England in Fitchburg, MA with fellow first responders and their families!

Reservations can be made by calling:  866.678.9653

Reference Block Code: 2610CARE

Reservations must be made prior to: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Dear United Federation of Police Officers Executive Board,

I hope you all have been well.

Our team and our partners across the country are preparing for the 2026 National Faith & Blue Weekend, which will take place October 9–12, 2026. We are deeply grateful for the support that you and your associations have provided to Faith & Blue over the past several years.

As you know, Faith & Blue was launched in 2020 in partnership with every major national law enforcement association. Since then, every police chiefs’ and sheriffs’ associations in the country have joined this collaborative effort to foster stronger relationships between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.

Today, Faith & Blue has grown into one of the largest collaborative law enforcement-community engagement initiatives in American history. We are hopeful that even more Vermont agencies will participate this year. Faith & Blue provides law enforcement agencies with an opportunity to partner with local faith-based organizations and community groups to strengthen relationships, build trust, and promote safer, more connected communities.

To provide agencies with ample time to plan for October, we have scheduled a statewide Faith & Blue Planning and Organizing Meeting for all Vermont law enforcement agencies next week. Here are the details:

Friday, August 7, 2026
9:00 a.m. Eastern Time
faithandblue.org/vermont2026

If possible, I would greatly appreciate it if you would share the attached flyer with your membership and encourage each agency to have a representative participate in this virtual meeting.

Thank you again for your leadership and for your association’s continued commitment to strengthening law enforcement-community relationships across Vermont.

Kind Personal Regards,

Rev. Markel Hutchins
National Lead Organizer, National Faith & Blue Weekend
Board Member, National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund
Chairman & CEO, MovementForward, Inc.

Members of the United Federation of Police Officers, along with dozens of other volunteers and guests took part in the 68 Annual Disabled Veterans Fishing Outing, a very special day for veterans who live in local hospitals. A makeshift fleet of lobsterman, charter fisherman and personal boats sailed from the Quincy Yacht Club, so that over 200 disabled veterans could enjoy an afternoon of fishing and a catered meal that was served by the volunteers.

For more than 65 years, Harvey’s Saltwater Fishing Club had invited veterans from hospitals in the area to take part in the fishing trip, as this year’s event was held to honor the 250 years of our country and the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Sean R. McArdle, Acting President of UFPO, reflecting on the day saying, “It’s a great group of people that organize this fishing trip each year to be able thank our disabled veterans for their service to our great nation. We at the United Federation of Police Officers are grateful to be asked to take part in this beautiful day and to help the men and women who bravely served our country”.   

The United Federation of Police Officers announced the settlement of a new labor contract for the Brewster Police Superior Officers Association, marking a significant step forward for ranking officers in Brewster and strengthening the department’s competitiveness across Cape Cod.

Under the agreement, Brewster Police Superior Officers are positioned to become the fourth highest paid police department on Cape Cod, reflecting the town’s recognition of the leadership responsibilities, experience, and public-safety demands carried by its superior officers.

The settlement follows the Brewster Police Superior Officers Association’s decision to join the United Federation of Police Officers earlier this year, a move that expanded the association’s access to experienced labor representation, legal support, and collective bargaining resources.

Union Representative Sean R. McArdle said the agreement reflects a responsible and forward-looking approach to public safety bargaining, ensuring that Brewster remains competitive in a challenging police labor market while supporting experienced police leadership within the department.

“This settlement is an important achievement for the Brewster Police Superior Officers Association,” McArdle said. “By moving Brewster’s superior officers into the fourth highest paid position among Cape Cod police departments, the town has taken a meaningful step toward recognizing the professionalism, responsibility, and leadership these hard working officers provide every day.”

The United Federation of Police Officers noted that the settlement demonstrates the value of strong, experienced labor representation and a focused bargaining strategy. The agreement supports both the superior officers who serve the community and the long-term strength of public safety services in Brewster.

On behalf of the United Federation of Police Officers, I write to express our strong support for S. 3719, the “National Law Enforcement Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act.” I respectfully urge you to co-sponsor this bipartisan, pro-law enforcement legislation,introduced by Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Blumenthal.

S. 3719 would establish within the U.S. Department of the Interior a formal program through which the Secretary of the Interior would provide annual support to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) to enhance the community outreach, publiceducation, and officer safety and wellness programs of the National Law Enforcement Museum.

NLEOMF, which operates the National Law Enforcement Museum, and the Museum itself were created by Acts of Congress in 1984 and 2000. The fact that Congress saw fit to create both the National Law Enforcement Memorial and the National Law Enforcement Museum sets a powerful precedent and underscores the importance of their mission. NLEOMF and the Museum are uniquely qualified to partner with the Department of the Interior in fulfilling the vital mission of educating the public about the key role law enforcement plays in our democracy, strengthening the bond between communities and law enforcement, promoting officer safety and wellness, and advancing quality scholarship on law enforcement history.

At a time when many law enforcement agencies across the country remain understaffed, and many departments have been forced to declare personnel emergencies and rely on mandatory overtime, there is a critical need to enhance public understanding and appreciation of law enforcement while also improving the safety and wellness of the officers who serve our communities.

Fostering a more informed and constructive relationship between law enforcement and the public is essential to public safety, community trust, and social cohesion. A sustained national effort to preserve the history of American law enforcement, strengthen understanding of the profession, and support the wellbeing of those who wear the badge is urgently needed. S. 3719 is an important step toward accomplishing those goals.

Thank you for your consideration of this important legislation. On behalf of the United Federation of Police Officers, I respectfully urge you to co-sponsor S. 3719 and support its passage in the United States Senate.

Sincerely,

Sean R. McArdle, Acting President, United Federation of Police Officers

On June 30th, the Vermont Labor Relations Board certified the United Federation of Police Officers (UFPO) as the exclusive bargaining unit representative for the Bennington (VT) Police Department bargaining unit. The Bennington Police Association unanimously voted to disaffiliate itself from its longtime union the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) and join the United Federation of Police Officers, Inc. The members wanted a union that would be able to address all the needs of a Vermont Police Union.  In speaking with local leadership, they were concerned that the New England PBA could no longer provided the overall expertise that UFPO has to offer to police officers in Vermont, and after careful consideration the members took the necessary steps to change unions. They are now members of the fastest growing police union in the State of Vermont. We welcome them to the growing UFPO family.

UFPO leadership welcomed the decision and expressed their commitment to Bennington law enforcement professionals. “We’re honored to have the unanimous support of the Bennington Police Association,” said UFPO Northeast Director of Organizing Chris Hoar. “Their members serve their community with professionalism and dedication, and we look forward to ensuring their voices are heard and their priorities advanced at every level.”

International Representative Sean R. McArdle called the Bennington Police Association, “A very aggressive and determined group of officers who should be excited about joining an aggressive national law enforcement labor organization.” McArdle continued, “The Bennington Police Association decision adds to the continued momentum of law enforcement professionals throughout the county seeking out UFPO for its reputation of responsive service, experienced representatives, and labor advocacy.”

Join the New York Yankees, United Federation of Police Officers (UFPO) and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) on the below dates for specially priced ticket packages and a fun-filled Night at Yankee Stadium as the Yankees honor law enforcement. For every ticket sold $10.00 will benefit the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF).

DISCOUNTED TICKET PACKAGES START AT $47.44

• Tuesday July 21, 2026 vs. Pittsburgh Pirates**
• Tuesday August 25, 2026 vs. Houston Astros**

**For this special event ticket package, a New York Yankees and NLEOMF co-branded challenge coin is included**.

For questions regarding this event, please contact New York Yankees Representative Joe Grande JGrande@Yankees.com

Thank you to everyone who came out to Montague Golf Club (VT) to support our first annual golf tournament. We are truly grateful for the players, sponsors, volunteers, families, friends, and guests who helped make the day such a memorable success.

It was wonderful to see so many members, family and friends come together for a day filled with great golf, friendly competition, laughter, and support. Whether you played in the tournament, sponsored a hole, donated a prize, volunteered your time, or simply came out to cheer everyone on, your involvement made a meaningful difference.

Your enthusiasm, generosity, and community spirit helped create an event we will remember for years to come. From the first tee-off to the final putt, the course was filled with energy, sportsmanship, and a shared commitment to making this first annual tournament something special.

We would also like to extend a special thank-you to everyone behind the scenes who helped with planning, registration, setup, coordination, and cleanup. Events like this take teamwork, and we could not have done it without the dedication and hard work of so many generous people.

We are excited to build on the success of this year’s tournament and make next year’s event even bigger and better. Thank you again for your support, participation, and generosity. We look forward to seeing you back on the course next year.

Every dollar raised through this event went directly to the Vermont Police Association’s Law Enforcement Assistance Programs, which is helping provide critical resources and support to Vermont’s law enforcement community and their families when they need it most.

The United Federation of Police Officers (UFPO) and the Otsego County Sheriff P.B.A (NY) stand in full support of First Sergeant Kris Solovitch of the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department as he faces criminal allegations arising from actions taken in the performance of his duties as a law enforcement officer.

Like every citizen, First Sergeant Solovitch is entitled to the presumption of innocence and the due process protections afforded by our justice system. Based upon our understanding of the circumstances, we believe these allegations are unfounded and the facts will ultimately demonstrate First Sergeant Solovitch acted justly and within the scope of his lawful duties and responsibilities.

The public narrative surrounding this matter has been deeply concerning and highlights one of our nation’s biggest crises when it comes to restoring the ranks and trust of the law enforcement community. The negative rhetoric being directed toward the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department has been unfairly directed at and impacted the dedicated deputies who continue to serve their community with professionalism, integrity, and commitment. It is both disheartening and unjust to see an entire agency and its members drawn into a narrative based upon the actions and allegations surrounding one individual not referenced in this letter.

We remain confident the truth will come to light and First Sergeant Solovitch will be afforded the fair and impartial process he deserves. We have faith he will ultimately be vindicated.

Unfortunately, this situation appears to reflect a troubling trend in which good officers are increasingly subjected to scrutiny and targeting despiteacting in good faith and in accordance within the scope of their duties. Law enforcement professionals shouldn’t be forced to fear criminal prosecution simply for carrying out their responsibilities when those actions are lawful, reasonable, and undertaken in service to their communities.

First Sergeant Solovitch’s record speaks for itself. Before serving the residents of Otsego County for more than two decades as a law enforcement officer, he honorably served our nation as a veteran. His longstanding commitment to public service, both in uniform and in law enforcement, is deserving of recognition and respect.

The United Federation of Police Officers and the Otsego County Sheriff P.B.A proudly stands with First Sergeant Solovitch and with the members of the Otsego County Deputy Sheriff’s Police Benevolent Association. We will continue to support our brothers and sisters in law enforcement and advocate for fairness, accountability, and due process for all.

Respectfully,

United Federation of Police Officers & Otsego County Sheriff P.B.A