Los Angeles: On Wednesday November 5, 2008, in a show of appreciation, the Community Action Team from the Hollenbeck area hosted a luncheon for the Senior Lead Officers, Vice Officers and Narcotic Officers who serve that community. Held at the Carioca Restaurant in East Los Angeles, the officers were treated to traditional Mexican cuisine as various speakers acknowledged their hard work and professionalism. Speakers included Deputy Chief Sergio Diaz, Police Commissioner Alan Skobin, and Los Angeles Police Protective League President Tim Sands.

"We want to thank you for all that you do for us and our community" said Community Action Team member Monica Harmon. "Your work goes a long way in safeguarding our residents and we wanted to show you our appreciation." The Community Action Team is a group of community volunteers and residents who organize positive events that are informative, fun and partner kids, cops and community. The members belong to various organizations throughout Boyle Heights and speak out on public safety issues by attending Police Commission and City Council meetings in support of LAPD officers.