POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE MINUTES -June 22, 2022 w attachments

POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE, INC. (PAL) The Police Athletic League, INC. (PAL) Meeting was held on June 22, 2022 at 12:04 p.m. at the Dover Police Department in the staff conference room with Chief Thomas A. Johnson, Jr. presiding. Members of the PAL Board in attendance were Dr. Chanda Jackson and Dr. Wilma Mishoe. Kevin Baird, Esq was absent. PAL PROGRAM UPDATES / NEW BUSINESS Patrolman First Class (PFC) Anthony Smith, PAL Coordinator presented a PAL update (Attachment #1). PFC Smith stated that the football combine scheduled for June 25, 2022 already had more than the minimum participants and that registration will not close and will accept all that want to participate. Each participant will receive a t-shirt and snacks/drinks are provided. Responding to Dr. Mishoe, PFC Smith stated that this program is free of charge to the participants and has sponsors such as Sam’s Club. PFC Smith announced that “A Day In Their Boots” would be held on July13, 2022 and over 400 youth and their families are expected. This is a partnership with the Fire School as well as numerous first responders, and in the past, has included obstacle courses, SORT team exercises and an aviation unit. In July, PAL will hold two, five-day Youth Academies. This event is registration only and will reach maximum attendance. The participants will each receive a shirt and hat. In October, PAL will hold the Annual Outrun Childhood Cancer 5K at Buffalo Wild Wings in Dover. This year, PAL will partner with the B+ Foundation and the proceeds will be split equally. PFC Smith stated that the event will cost approximately $1,600 and the event coordinator needs an $800.00 deposit. Dr. Chanda Jackson moved to allow PAL to spend up to $2,500.00 per approved event, seconded by Dr. Wilma Mishoe and unanimously carried. OLD BUSINESS Nothing to report STRATEGIC PLANNING After much discussion about future growth of the program and that most of the PAL events are run by only PFC Smith (except for school holiday and summer vacations when the School Resource Officers are able to help), it was determined that the next PAL meeting will held in August or September would be a lengthy meeting to discuss strategic planning and future goals. Chief Thomas Johnson suggested a Sunday afternoon and the committee agreed to contact Rebecca McNamara with their available dates. ANNOUNCEMENTS Nothing to Report Attachment #1 – PAL PowerPoint Presentation

What is the Dover Police Athletic League (P.A.L. ) • The Dover P.A.L. was established as a juvenile crime prevention program that uses mentoring, educational, athletic and recreational activities to create trust and understanding between law enforcement and youth. • The overall mission of the Dover P.A.L. is to provide a program for KIDS of the community that is FUN and will INSPIRE youth members to learn and practice the ideals of sportsmanship, scholarship, and physical fitness

Dover Police Athletic League events at a Glance • The Dover P.A.L. continues to conduct programs around the City of Dover to include programs within Capital School District. In addition, the Dover P.A.L. participates in a support capacity to assist other organization in different locations • Our events this year include our fire safety event, football combine, youth academy and summer school program. • The Dover P.A.L. continues to strive for excellence because of the support that is received from so many people in our community and partnerships with local businesses.

“3 Annual Football Combine!” rd • The Dover Police Department Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) will be hosting a one day football combine that will be held at Boys and Girls Club of Dover athletic complex. • REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. A minimum of 25 participants must register and a maximum of 200 participants will be accepted. All participants must complete a liability waiver and a P.A.L. registration form in addition to the event registration. Event registration can be found below. • The one-day program is scheduled for Saturday, June 25th, 2022 from 8am to 12pm. Snacks, Gatorade, and water will be provided courtesy of event sponsors Sam’s Club. The program is open to 5th-10th grade students of all skill levels. There will be multiple skills competitions with prizes awarded.

Football Combine At A Glance

“A Day In Their Boots!” • In a successful effort to teach the youth of our community, fire safety, the Dover P.A.L. created a program titled: “A Day In Their Boots!” • The objective of this program is to teach approximately 400 youth and their parents fire safety at the Delaware State Fire School. • This was a partnership with the Fire School and numerous First Responders.

“Youth Academy!” • This is a five-day program that will start from Monday, July 18th, 2022 to Friday, July 22nd, 2022 The hours each day will be from 7:30 am-3:00 pm. Upon completion of the first week, there will be an additional youth academy the following week which will be scheduled from Monday, July 25th, 2022 to Friday, July 29th. The hours each day will be from 7:30am-3:00pm. • REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. The youth academy is open to both boys and girls ages 11-13. A minimum of 5 participants must register by the June 14th deadline. A maximum of 20 participants will be accepted. All participants must complete a liability waiver and a P.A.L. registration form in addition to the event registration. Event registration can be found at doverpolice.org/pal. • The youth academy attire for Day 1 must be appropriate athletic apparel consisting of a t-shirt, shorts/leggings, socks, and athletic sneakers. There will be a uniform issued to the youth recruits after the completion of Day 1.

Youth Academy At A Glance

P.A.L. Press Releases and Video Links • Below are links to Dover P.A.L. videos: • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9yDBED7cp8 • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A48WWCfvPak • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmQNGwmuFbQ • Below are links to Dover P.A.L. press releases: • https://delawarestatenews.net/news/a-day-in-their-boots-dover-pal-helps-kids-learn-1st-responder-roles/amp/ • https://doverpolice.org/youthacademy/

In Conclusion The Dover Police Athletic League will continue to provide programs that use mentoring, educational, athletic, and recreational activities to create trust and understanding between law enforcement and youth.