PAX Centurion - November / December 2013

www.bppa.org PAX CENTURION • November/December 2013 • Page 21 Thoughts from all over… By James Carnell, Pax Editor New computer training… W HY ? I haven’t been sent for training yet, but from what I understand, this “new” computer training program has been rejected by NewYork City (after they spent $87 million) and a host of other cities after they found that it complicated – rather than made easier- the job of the officer on the street. Many officers have reported that the average time to write a simple “1.1” incident report will be up to 2½ hours or more, because of all the complexi- ties involved in composing this new report. What brain-surgeon at City Hall or Headquarters is responsible for recommending this “new and improved” computer program? Or more to the point, who is related to who recommended the purchase of this “new and improved” computer program? That’s it… always follow the money… And by the way… I s the same brain surgeon who recommended the new and im- proved computer system the same person who “re-designed” the new detail authorization slips? Does anyone out there in the real world think that these glompy , cumbersome, paper slips are better than the cardboard-backed detail cards we used to have? Why not leave well-enough alone? Always, some idiot at City Hall or Head- quarters thinks that they have to re-invent the wheel to “improve” things, and ends up causing problems for the rest of us…. Detective’s Insurance Policy… I can only speak for myself, but I may have bought a pig in a poke. Back in May, I bought into the insurance policy sponsored by the BPDBS (Detectives) that offered what appeared to be great benefits if you became injured or sick, without any requirement regarding pre-existing conditions, etc. etc. I have since learned from several officers and detectives that the insurance carrier has reneged on those promises. I have cancelled my own coverage. If it sounds too good to be true, then perhaps it is. Good advice. I should have listened to it before I wasted my money…. Changes… A new meaning for “Night of the long knives”. As the political regime changes at City Hall, so it does at Headquarters. The old favorites are out, and the new favorites are in. “Meet the new boss, same as the old boss…”. Twenty-something’s with two years on the job are on the new Mayor’s “transition team” while 55 year- old veteran officers answer the radio calls. Change? I think I’ve heard it before…. Contemptible… I don’t know if there’s a hotter place in hell than what should be reserved for Patriot Ledger writer Lane Lambert following the tragedy involving our President’s son. Many of you know what I speak of, so I will not repeat the despicable obituary that this worthless man wrote in this rag. For the sake of a headline, these alleged journalists will sacrifice anyone, anything. They have not a modicum of common decency. Power of Attorney Health Care Proxy Protect yourself and your family by being prepared for life’s surprises Call us today to find out how these two legal documents available for less than $400 can work for you Don Green Law Office of Donald E. Green (A full service law firm) 2235 Washington Street Roxbury, MA 02119 (617) 442-0050 • toll free (877) DON-GREEN As we have over the past 30 years, we offer a discounted fee to police officers Don Green Annette Hill Green Eire Pub 795 Adams Street Dorchester, MA 02124 Salutes the Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association