The Iowa Association of Chiefs of Police and Peace Officers became the first statewide organization to represent Law Enforcement Officer serving the State of Iowa in 1908. A.G. (John) Miller of the Des Moines Police Department became the first President.
From humble beginnings almost 102 years ago the "Chief's" Association has grown to become one of the largest professional Law Enforcement Associations in the state. Today we are known as the Iowa Peace Officers Association. We presently have approximately 1800 members in our organization. Our membership is open to "ALL" certified Peace Officers in the State of Iowa. Our membership includes City Officers of all ranks, Sheriffs and Deputies, State Troopers, IDOT Officers, Campus Police, Federal & State Agents from the FBI and DCI.
The Iowa Peace Officers Association hosts an annual Training Conference where we have featured Acclaimed Programs and the top Experts in many fields of interest to Iowa Peace Officers, Iowa Police Chiefs and Sheriffs. Training featured at the past two Conferences have included "Officer Survival Training" from Calibre Press and "Verbal Judo" by Dr. Thompson. These training conferences also serve as an opportunity for our members to network and share vital information. We have been instrumental in bringing high training standards to Law Enforcement in Iowa and we will continue to promote professional standards of conduct and performance. During the past 102 years the Iowa Chiefs and Peace Officers has stood at the front line to make sure our Officers receive the most current training methods available, that will continue with the Iowa Peace Officers Association. Our Life Members will keep their life membership, no changes in benefits.
The Iowa Peace Officers Association is fortunate to employ two Lobbyist, Kellie Paschke and Troy Skinner. They represent us at the Capitol year around. The Association prides itself with the success we have had over the years working with legislators in Des Moines, we will continue this very important work to protect our citizens and secure changes that benefit all of Law Enforcement. We continue to partner with our fellow Law Enforcement Associations to achieve theses goals. Our members have supported many charitable causes in Iowa and continue to participate in many charitable events statewide.
