On September 18, LAPD reserve and full-time officers, including command staff, once again participated in the Sunshine Kids event at Elysian Park Academy. This event, originally spearheaded by now-retired Reserve Officer David Bush, has long been a cherished tradition within the Reserve Corps. Currently, it is organized by Officer Joseph Orlanes of the Community Relations Section, Office of the Chief of Police.
As we approach the end of 2024, we thank you and your families for your continued service to the City of Los Angeles. We are very much looking forward to working with our new chief of police, Jim McDonnell. Chief McDonnell has been a longtime leader, supporter and friend to Los Angeles reserve police officers. As many of you know, at this year’s Reserve Gala we recognized him as a Twice a Citizen Community Leader. Reserve Officer Dr. Kenji Inaba…