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The CHIEF Star Newsletter

May 2008

CHIEF Star Newsletter, May 2008
This Month: Neighborhood Watch  •  Free Shipping  •  9/11 World Memorial  •  New Batteries  •  AED Savings
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In This Issue - May 2008

How to Set up a Neighborhood Watch

Watch this BluTube video on setting up a neighborhood watchIs your agency looking at ways to set up or expand a neighborhood watch program? Your community relations officer will find this video useful. The San Diego Police Department has put together a creative, informative video on promoting neighborhood watch efforts in San Diego.
Watch this video at PoliceOne's BluTube »

Free Shipping Online

Free Shipping when you add one pair of these shorts to your online orderWhen you add just one pair of 5.11 Tactical Shorts (#73285, Black and Khaki only) to your order, we'll give you free standard shipping on your entire purchase! Shorts are in-stock and ready to go. Don't miss out on these great shipping savings – Free Shipping at CHIEFsupply.com »

* Fine Print: Offer valid for online orders only. Offer valid for all vendors, all parts, with qualifying purchase of one pair of 5.11 Tactical Shorts #73285 in Black or Khaki. Offer valid through 11:59 PM (ET), June 1, 2008. Offer good for free standard shipping within the contiguous United States and Canada. Additional fees apply to rush delivery. Qualifying amount applies to merchandise only. Not applicable for haz-mat/ chemicals/ aerosols, oversized or unusually heavy items/orders.

9/11 World Memorial

The September 11 World Memorial - Lest We Forget"No one is truly gone as long as someone remembers them, 'lest we forget'"
The World Memorial Federal Charity Foundation works to help us all remember the loss of September 11, 2001, and to foster constructive change. In addition to honoring those killed from all corners of the globe, the World Memorial organization is also...

  • Touring 9/11 Memorials across the country
  • Assisting the donation of equipment and vehicles to emergency services around the world
  • Building a lasting monument and museum promoting tolerance and truth among all nations, people and generations

World Memorial is also requesting donations of uniform patches and department badges to be added to their 9/11 Memorial Wall. Please contact Mitch at wm@publicsafety.net for more info.

"Keeping The Memories Alive" – Learn more at World Memorial.org »

New Energizer Industrial Batteries

New Energizer Industrial Batteries - available online nowLantern & Alkaline Batteries Available Now
Now that's what they mean by "power-packed." Energizer's heavy-duty Industrial line is alkaline battery power you can rely on. In-stock and available now. Energizer Industrial Batteries »



Vote on All-Star First Responders by May 6

Nominate First Responders and see other nominees at amw.comAmerica's Most Wanted All-Star First Responders 2008 »
The long-running TV show America's Most Wanted has partnered with Sprint to honor America's "All-Star" first responders. Over 260 police officers, firefighters, EMTs and other public safety pros nationwide have been nominated for AMW's All-Star Award 2008. The All-Star Winner receives $10,000 and an All-Star weekend at the NASCAR SPRINT Cup Series All-Star Challenge.

After months of nominating and voting, 8 finalists remain. Through May 6, you can read their stories and vote for the first responder you think should be America's Most Wanted All-Star 2008. Just go to AMW's All-Stars »

Vendor Spotlight: HeartSine

CHIEF Vendor SpotlightWhen it comes to public safety, it's all about the gear. But what's the story behind the companies who design and produce the equipment you rely on every day?

Every month, the CHIEF Star highlights one of our 300 vendors and tells you more about their history, their products, and their commitment to serving you. We call it our "Vendor Spotlight". Look for it in each monthly newsletter, or find them online at any time at CHIEFsupply.com/resources/vendors.

May's Vendor Spotlight: HeartSine
HeartSine's® life-saving technology has literally changed the world. They revolutionized the medical industry, introducing the first-ever Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for public use. Besides this significant contribution to medical technology, HeartSine's also celebrating their 10th anniversary – 2 great reasons to shine our CHIEF spotlight on this pioneer in the industry. Full story »

Our most popular HeartSine item! Featured HeartSine Product:
$200 Off and Free CPR Kit thru May 31!
HeartSine Samaritan P.A.D. 300P AED

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25%-90% off Clearance Items

View Full Product InfoMay Featured Close-out
5.11 Tactical VIP Blazer
Reg. Price, $180.00  Only $90.00
Now is the time to take advantage of special closeout pricing on this item. This VIP Blazer is perfect for use in a formal atmosphere, but still ready to go at a moment's notice.
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This and many more close-out items are available now, in our CHIEFsupply.com Clearance Sale. Quantities are limited, all sales final. Save 25% to 90%, only while supplies last!

More great clearance savings:

Upcoming Tradeshows

Keep up with the latest in the industry. Here are some tradeshows coming up in May, or check our Public Safety Tradeshows listing for the latest in events and conventions for Fire/Rescue, EMS, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Homeland Security and Counterterrorism.

Grant News by Kurt Bradley, CHIEF Grants

April Recap - Public Safety Grants

Good luck to all the AFGP and BVP applicants out there. Both programs closed for applications in April, and are expected to re-open in March or April 2009. BVP applicants – don't forget that BVP-approved body armor is available from CHIEF. You can get quotes, measurements and orders in now, just call an account manager at (888) 588-8569.

The post-AFGP and post-BVP rush of applications often follows with a lull in grants, but don't let that be an excuse to rest on your laurels. Many programs are still open for applications, and we've outlined some great programs below. Now is also the time to get yourself enrolled in a CHIEF Grants Seminar – our next 2-day national seminar is in July, but we have a law enforcement-focused seminar coming up in Portland, OR, on May 19-20.

Open Grants   See All »

CHIEF Grants Seminars   See All »

Next Seminars – $50 discount when you register 30 days in advance:

  • National ($499): July 22-23, 2008, Anchorage, AK Register »
  • Agency-Hosted ($349): May 19-20, Portland Police Bureau, Portland, OR Register »

What is a CHIEF Grants Seminar?
Learn more about how our 2-day grant training seminars will help your department write winning grant applications:
   • Learn about National Seminars »
   • Learn about Agency-Hosted Seminars »

Grant News   See All »

2007 AFGP Winners Announced - 2007 AFGP Award Center
From CHIEF Grants - April 25, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced more Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grants, awarding grants to fire departments nationwide... 2007 AFGP Award Center

Awards for FY 2007 Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S) Announced
From DHS - April 25, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced further awards for Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grants, awarding grants to fire departments and fire prevention organizations throughout the United States... 2007 FP&S Grant Award List

Awards for 2007 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Announced
From CHIEF Grants - April 25, 2008
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced further awards for the Fiscal Year 2007 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant (SAFER), awarding grants to fire departments nationwide... 2007 SAFER Grant Award List

LAPD Looks to Uncover Terrorist Plots
From Officer.com - April 14, 2008
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched a new reporting system aimed to help connect dots that could uncover local terror plots - a program that police departments in other major cities across the country hope to incorporate into their daily routines as well... More

Testimony of Secretary Michael Chertoff before the House Subcommittee on Homeland Security Appropriations
From DHS - April 10, 2008
Secretary Michael Chertoff outlines the FY 2009 budget request for the Department of Homeland Security... More

DHS Fact Sheet: Protecting Our Federal Networks Against Cyber Attacks
From DHS - April 8, 2008
The Federal Government is continually increasing capabilities to address cyber risk associated with critical networks and information systems... More

Round 1 2008 Polaris Ranger Grant Recipients Announced by UST Inc.
From CHIEF Grants - April 4, 2008
The U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company (UST) has released the first round of winners receiving a Polaris Ranger vehicle award under the 2008 Polaris Ranger Grant Program. Additional winners will be announced throughout the year... Ranger Grant Winners List

Testimony of Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis Charles E. Allen before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, "Assessing the Nuclear Attack Threat"
From DHS - April 2, 2008
Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis Charles E. Allen testifies before the U.S. Senate on the role of DHS Intelligence on nuclear terrorism matters and DHS' assessment of the nuclear terrorist threat facing the United States today... More

Testimony of Assistant Secretary and Chief Medical Officer Jeffery Runge, M.D. before the House Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Homeland Security
From DHS - April 1, 2008
Discussion of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 budget request for the Office of Health Affairs (OHA) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), achievements, the BioWatch early detection and warning system, the National Biosurveillance Integration Center (NBIC), medical readiness, and food, agriculture and veterinary defense... More

New CHIEF Grants Seminar! Grant-Writing Training Coming to Selma, AL
From CHIEF Grants - March 27, 2008
CHIEF Grants' public safety grant-writing training is coming to Selma, AL. The Black Belt Education Coalition is holding a 2-day grant seminar on Sept. 24-25, 2008. Registration is open to all public safety agencies seeking to improve their grant-writing skills and write more competitive public safety grants... Seminar Info & Registration

DHS Begins Collecting 10 Fingerprints from International Visitors at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport
From DHS - March 25, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it has begun collecting additional fingerprints from international visitors arriving at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The change is part of the department's upgrade from two- to 10-fingerprint collection to enhance security and facilitate legitimate travel by more accurately and efficiently establishing and verifying visitors' identities.... More

New CHIEF Grants Seminar! Grant-Writing Training Coming to Portland, OR
From CHIEF Grants - March 25, 2008
CHIEF Grants' public safety grant-writing training is coming to Portland, OR. The Portland Police Bureau is holding a 2-day grant seminar on May 19-20, 2008. Registration is open to all public safety agencies seeking to improve their grant-writing skills and write more competitive public safety grants... Seminar Info & Registration

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NEW! CSS Public Safety Zip-N-Rip Breakaway ANSI 207-2006 Vest

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Energizer Industrial 6V Lantern Battery

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