LAPPL endorses Joe Buscaino for City Council
LOS ANGELES, September 9, 2011 – After completing a comprehensive, non-partisan review, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) today announces its endorsement of Joe Buscaino for the Los Angeles City Council District 15 Special Election. In doing so, the LAPPL joins dozens of community leaders who have already pledged their support for Buscaino.
“Joe Buscaino has dedicated his life to serving the community and protecting the public’s safety, says Paul M. Weber, president of the Los Angeles Police Protective League. “As a life-long resident of the 15th City Council district with 15 years of experience as a Los Angeles police officer, Joe is a fresh face to politics. He takes great pride in his community and currently serves on the board of directors of the Boys and Girls Club of Los Angeles Harbor, on the San Pedro YWCA’s Racial Justice Committee and is active with Mary Star of the Sea Parish and various Italian-American organizations. Joe will bring an extreme amount of talent and energy and will always remember his roots when fighting for his constituents. His non-partisan approach will allow him to find effective solutions to the City’s complex problems,” says Weber.
Recognizing the link between crime and economic development, Buscaino has been active in establishing and promoting a website for job-seekers in the greater Port of Los Angeles area. He also serves on the Green Advisory Committee of the California Conservation Corps, where he advocates for the creation of green jobs and maritime high-technology jobs in the Harbor Area.
“Joe’s ties to the community, his involvement with philanthropic causes and his valuable experience with job creation enable him to understand the needs of the district and the families, businesses owners and police officers who live and work there. Because of his dedication to the community and his unique understanding of public safety issues, the LAPPL strongly endorses Joe’s candidacy for the Council District 15 seat in the upcoming special election.”
The Council District 15 Special Election will be held Nov. 8, 2011.
Contact:Eric Rose (805) 624-0572 or Paul Haney (626) 755-4759
About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 9,900 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advocacy, political action and education. The LAPPL can be found on the Web at www.LAPD.com.
