To enhance officer safety and preparedness, PANO is introducing a new storm updates feature to the PANO1544.com web app. This feature will provide real-time updates directly from the NOAA National Hurricane Center (NHC), prominently displayed at the top of the homepage. Each update will include links to the full NHC reports, along with any available maps or images.
Listen to PANO President Michael Glasser on WWL Radio (broadcast recorded earlier).
Dear PANO Members,
We're excited to announce further enhancements to our laws and statutes sections! Our comprehensive collection of state statute codes and municipal ordinances—covering both criminal and traffic offenses—has been refined to make your search easier and more efficient.
We’re excited to introduce even more new features to the PANO1544 web app! Under the Reference section, you will now find two valuable additions: U.S. License Plate Designs and Louisiana Specialty Plates.
New updates will be coming to the PANO1544 web app to better serve our members and the officers of the New Orleans Police Department. We value your input and strive to provide the best services available to provide the information you need and make your job easier.
PANO is pleased to report that House Bill 42, designed to weaken the state’s municipality's requirement to contribute and fund your retirement system, MPERS, was VETOED by the Governor on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
The Police Association of New Orleans joins the Fraternal Order of Police and New Orleans Police Department in mourning the loss of retired Police Sergeant and FOP Spokesman/Counsel Donavan Livaccari.
We hope to see YOU at 7PM tonight at the Louisiana Law Enforcement Officers Memorial at Lake Lawn, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.
This is a message from Westwego Police Chief Dwayne "Poncho" Munch and has been approved by MPERS's chairman for distribution. It is the opinion of Chief Munch.
American Beat News Article
HB 52 by Rep. Firment and SB 412 by Sen. Seabaugh Up for Hearing on Monday. Both Would Increase the Employer Contribution Rate. SB 412 Would Make Police the Minority on the MPERS Board, Risk MPERS' Funded and Tax-Qualified Status, Protect Municipalities That Refuse to Contribute, and Decrease COLAs for Retirees.
Dear NAPO Members,
HB 42 by Reps. Firment and Butler and Other MPERS-Related Retirement Bills Up for Hearing in the House Retirement Committee Tomorrow, Friday, April 5, 2024. See You at the Capitol Tomorrow at 9:30 a.m.!
Sen. Seabaugh Again Combines Forces with LMA and Rep. Firment to Defund the Police, Make Police the Minority on the MPERS Board, Protect Municipalities That Refuse to Enroll Their Officers and Pay Their Bills, Decrease COLAs for Retirees, and Increase the Employer Contribution Rate for Everyone Else
Today, January 9th, is the National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to help recognize and honor law enforcement officers nationwide.
The New Orleans Pelicans are proud to offer discounted tickets to all First Responders, friends, and families. Save up to 50% off on New Orleans Pelicans tickets! Thank you for all you do!
The information below sourced from the LAMPERS.org website. Direct link to MPERS information regarding the New Orleans vs. MPERS lawsuits:
An NOPD Officer and PANO member Neil Carter, who was sued in federal court for allegedly violating a citizen's civil rights during an arrest in 2020, case was dismissed by the federal court on December 26, 2023.
Please see the attached CAO Memorandum about Police, Fire, and Civilian pay increases scheduled for 2024.
Please see the attached documents regarding the MPERS vs. New Orleans case.
A message from Superintendent Anne E. Kirkpatrick.
NAPO’s President Mick McHale’s testimony to Congress to repeal the Social Security WEP and GPO Provisions for public employees and their families.
The United States House Committee on Ways & Means will be holding a hearing on the Social Security's Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset affecting the benefits of public servants.