President's Welcome Message
The Oregon Association Chiefs of Police was founded in 1953 with the intended purpose of enhancing the professionalism of Law Enforcement in Oregon.
The founding Chiefs envisioned creating an association that would promote training and information sharing to facilitate the professional growth of Chiefs of Police,
command staff, supervisors, line officers and support personnel. The Oregon Association Chiefs of Police rapidly became a leader both on the state and national
level in the effort to enhance the profession.
The strength of an organization is found in the membership and those who tirelessly give of themselves to better the whole. OACP is no exception.
We have some of the most dedicated professionals in the business, striving to meet the goals of the association and the needs of the citizens we serve.
OACP's reputation has grown beyond our state boarders. Recognized nationally and internationally, our Association is now viewed as a leader in promoting high
ethical standards for a profession that is constantly selected as one of the top five most ethical professions in the country. OACP is proud to have TWO
representatives holding critical positions with the International Association Chiefs of Police (IACP): Tualatin Chief Kent Barker is the current General Chair for the
State Association of Chiefs of Police (SACOP) division of IACP and our Executive Director Kevin Campbell serves as the elected Chair for the Executive Directors
Section of SACOP- representing all fifty states!
As we look forward to the future it is easy to become discouraged. The economy remains stalled and recovery will likely be slow. Yet, OACP continues to f
ulfill our mission and meet our goals. Embracing our theme for the next year: Hope, encouragement and optimism- OACP will continue to be a premier leader in
our profession and a valuable resource for our partners.
As we look back over the past year and prepare for the year to come, I want to recognize the outstanding leadership of Chief Mark J. Miranda during his
presidency. As I take the leadership responsibility for the next 12 months and with the hard work of our dedicated and professional members, committees and
Board of Directors, we will strive to:
- Increase revenues
- Increase the visibility of OACP both internally and externally
- Increase our membership
- Enhance our training outreach program
- Update our strategic plan to reflect our current direction
I am proud to belong to one of the most respected and highly ethical professions in the world. What we do matters! Across this great state, police officers make a
difference every single day. OACP will continue to improve our profession, nurture our future chiefs, provide the best training possible and represent all of you with
dignity and respect.
Please feel free to contact me at johnsonk@ci.fairview.or.us
Respectfully,
Kenneth D. Johnson
Chief of Police, City of Fairview
President, Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police |
