Gunman shot dead by Security Officers after opening fire on Federal Courthouse in downtown Dallas6/21/2019 Officers get up every day and report to work knowing they are there to protect and serve the community while risking their own safety in doing so. This is a large undertaking that is very rarely acknowledged and their sacrifices often go unnoticed until their services are required.
On Monday, June 17, 2019, a heavily armed man in a mask and combat gear opened fire with an assault weapon outside of the Earle Cabell Federal Building in Dallas, Texas but was fatally shot before he could injure anyone. More than 300 employees working in the building went home safely due to the heroic efforts of our Local 293 Members. There is a whole range of emotions rippling through our Organization as a result of this incident. Once the initial fear passed and we received confirmation that our Officers were safe, we were immediately filled with pride and gratitude. In recognition of our Officers fearless dedication, thank you for your selfless service. Please know that you are appreciated, respected, and will always have our unwavering support. Sincerely, UGSOA International Executive Board and Staff
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UGSOA would like to congratulate Dennis King and Myke Hurl both members of Local 206 in Battle Creek, MI on their recent retirements!
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Dennis King - Member Local 206 - Battle Creek, MI - DHS Contract - Retired September 22, 2017 after more than 11 years as a PSO. Dennis had served in the Army and was a member of the Army National Band. Prior being a PSO, Dennis was a Portage Police Officer for 32 years. Dennis started in August 2006 working at the HDI Building eventually transferring to the Benton Harbor SSA. He served as Secretary of Local 206. Dennis is enjoying his retirement doing hobbies and spending quality time with his wife Karin. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Myke Hurl - Memeber of Local 206 - Battle Creek, MI - DHS Contract - Retired March 8, 2018 after nearly 10 years working as a PSO. Myke was in the US Air Force as a Medic 1960 - 1967. Joined Lansing Fire Department as a paramedic for five years then went to California to get his martial arts teaching instructors certificate. Myke held various supervisory and training positions with several security contractors that held the contract. Then accepted a position as a PSO on 8/16/08 UGSOA is pleased to announce that our updated benefit plan is ready and scheduled to go into effect July 1, 2017. Those Local's currently enrolled in our plan will be switched over and should be receiving details on the switch over soon, if not already.
Details on the new plan can be found on our Benefit Plan webpage or from your Director. If your Local is interested in learning more about our plans offerings, please reach out and further details can be provided. Pictured above is the presentation of the UGSOA Local 274 1st annual employee of the year award. Heath Gebauer has been with the Access Control Guards at Fort Greely for just shy of 5 years. As an experienced officer, he often fills in for sergeants when they are not available, he has a very keen eye for contraband and mentors others in their development. We congratulate him on being the 1st UGSOA Local 274 Employee of the year. As the winner, he received a $100 gift certificate for dinner at the Clearwater Restaurant.
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