Bryan is Sworn In

Bryan was sworn in this afternoon and received his badge in a ceremony at the Jacksonville Beach Police Department. Chief of Police Bruce Thomason led Bryan and Sandra, the other rookie officer, through their oath of office and then Laura was invited to pin on Bryan's badge.





The Chief made a short speech, emphasizing that the new officers need to embrace and live the values of the Department which were posted around the room - both as police officers and in their private lives. He also welcomed the rookies into the family of the Jacksonville Beach Police Department.

Bryan's first day on patrol will be Sunday. So far, he has been going through orientation - human resources stuff, touring the facilities, getting outfitted with equipment.


Tuesday night, Bryan brought home all of the stuff that had been issued to him (except for his gun) - rain gear, flashlights, uniforms, handcuffs, and riot gear. It was like Christmas in May. I think Laura got as much or more of a kick out of it than did Bryan.

"A Day of Love" Outreach Event

Here are some photos that I meant to post earlier this week. As you can see, the event was quite well received - clothes give away; blood pressure check; fish fry; snow cones; drinks; big inflatable toys; etc... Just to show the community on Franklin Street that they aren't forgotten and that somebody cares.

As great the amount of clothes given away, it sure didn't seem to put a dent in the amount remaining. Funny how that keeps happening. We'll need a warehouse soon to house the clothing ministry.

The fish fry was also a major hit. It helped that the fish was awesome tasting (the grits on the other hand were still grits). One man made about eight take out plates of fish and fixings and took them with him - I guess when you don't know where your next meal is coming from you take what you can when it is available.

Officer Bryan On Duty

Monday morning Bryan reports for his first day on the job with the Jacksonville (Jax) Beach Police Department. Since graduation, Bryan passed the State law enforcement exam, had a final interview with Jax Beach including the Chief of Police, took a physical, and qualified on the firing range.

He will start out in the Patrol Division. Check here for more information about the Jax Beach Police Department: http://www.jacksonvillebeach.org/index.asp?nid=17

Last Monday was his last night with UPS, where he has worked for several years. Now he will have to get used to working days and sleeping nights.