Vermont Police Association

09/01/2026

The Vermont Emergency Services Memorial’s annual remembrance service will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. located at 317 Academy Rd, Pittsford, VT.

Each year, this important service brings Vermonters together to honor and remember the first responders, and their surviving families, who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities and our state. Their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting the lives of others will never be forgotten.

In recognition of this year’s memorial service, the Vermont Police Association is proud to support the continued care and preservation of the Vermont Emergency Services Memorial. Throughout the month of September, a portion of all donations and memberships made to the VPA will go directly toward supporting and maintaining the VESM.

Please visit www.vtvpa.org/donation and make your donation to the VESM today.

We invite you to help us in supporting the Vermont Emergency Services Memorial and join us on September 20th as we give tribute to Vermont’s fallen first responders, their loved ones, and honor the lasting legacy of their service and sacrifice.

A Hero Remembered is Never Forgotten

08/28/2026

The Vermont Police Association is asking you to please consider supporting and sharing this fundraiser for retired Vermont State Police Trooper and U.S. Air Force veteran Jim Colgan who is currently facing an incredibly difficult battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Jim has dedicated his life to serving others and now is an opportunity for our community to show what support we can for him.

Any donation, no matter the amount, can make a difference. If you aren’t able to donate, simply sharing this post can help it reach others

Please keep Jim and his loved ones in your thoughts as he continues through his transplant and recovery.

https://gofund.me/9f3be0a95

08/26/2026

is a great opportunity to salute the Vermont law enforcement K-9s whose steadfast loyalty and service help keep us all well and safe. From serving various patrol efforts to providing wellness. The Vermont Police Association is grateful for our four-legged heroes and their dedicated partners who serve beside them!

08/16/2026

THE VERMONT POLICE ASSOCIATION HAS PUT TOGETHER A SPECIAL EVENT FOR THE VERMONT LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMUNITY!

On Wednesday, August 19th
The Majestic 10 Cinemas in Williston, VT is offering discounted movie tickets ALL DAY for Vermont law enforcement professionals to see Super Troopers 3! 🍿

And that’s not all… Make a day (or night) of it! McGillicuddy's Irish Ale House just across the street from Majestic 10 cinemas has also joined in on the fun and will be offering 20% OFF meals for law enforcement professionals the same day! 🍔

This is a phenomenal opportunity to get our public safety community together outside of work, bring the family, share some laughs, enjoy a meal, and catch a movie you know will be hilarious.

📅 Wednesday, August 19th

🎥 Discounted Super Troopers 3 tickets at Majestic 10 cinemas in Williston, VT — all day long!

🍽️ 20% off meals at McGillicuddy's just across the street for law enforcement professionals!

The Vermont Police Association hopes to see Vermont’s law enforcement community there!

The Vermont Police Association was established in 1949 to represent the law enforcement community, promote community relations and to establish a commitment of excellence for all citizens of the State of Vermont.

08/04/2026

Burlington is at a critical breaking point.

City councilors keep saying what’s being done isn’t working but they don’t want to go backwards. Backward to what? When Burlington was safer, cleaner, and thriving?

Burlington became the only municipality in Vermont to defund its police department. Since then, we’ve all watched as officer staffing plummet and the people who do put on the badge have too often been treated as the problem instead of part of the solution.

In the 1990s, New York City dramatically reduced crime by taking public safety seriously and addressing the visible signs of disorder alongside more serious crime. Burlington doesn’t have to be New York to learn from what works.

Supporting public safety isn’t a radical idea, it’s common sense. Safe neighborhoods, thriving businesses, and vibrant downtowns don’t happen by accident. They happen when laws are enforced, people are held accountable, and police officers are supported instead of vilified.

Burlington doesn’t need more excuses. It doesn’t need more negative rhetoric directed at the men and women who protect our communities.

It needs leadership to take accountability, show appreciation, get back to the basics, and restore the Queen City to the place people loved.

It’s time to stop kicking the can down the road.

Burlington deserves better.

07/30/2026

The Vermont Police Association is excited to announce a new partnership with PoliceApp.com, bringing even more value to VPA member agencies!

*EVERY AGENCY who renews its VPA membership will receive a FREE ANNUAL PoliceApp.com marketing package with a $350 value.***

PoliceApp.com is a leading law enforcement recruitment platform helping agencies reach thousands of qualified candidates through targeted job postings, digital marketing, and nationwide exposure. By making it easier for agencies to attract talented, dedicated officers, PoliceApp.com helps departments build stronger teams and maintain the staffing needed to keep our communities safe.

For the public, this means better recruitment efforts, stronger police agencies, and continued investment in the people who protect and serve Vermont’s communities every day.

Whether your agency already partners with PoliceApp.com or is considering it for the first time, this exclusive VPA member benefit provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your recruitment efforts at no additional cost.

Together, the Vermont Police Association and PoliceApp.com are committed to supporting Vermont law enforcement agencies, strengthening recruitment, and investing in safer communities throughout the Green Mountain State.

Take advantage of our exciting new partnership!*

07/28/2026

Have you seen the latest edition of 802Spirits Magazine yet? OY6 Bourbon is being featured by the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery in their quarterly Rack Program!

On Your 6 was founded on a simple but powerful mission: to celebrate the everyday heroes who serve and strengthen their communities. Rather than building a celebrity brand, the company shines a spotlight on those who quietly make a difference every day including, law enforcement officers, firefighters, nurses, veterans, and others.

As part of this special event, Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery Investigator Eugene Gaiotti, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, is being recognized by On Your 6 as the featured hero story.

We’re especially grateful to On Your 6 who has selected the Vermont Police Association as the beneficiary of a portion of the proceeds from every bottle sold. These funds will directly support the VPA’s Gene Gaiotti Memorial Scholarship, helping carry Officer Gaiotti’s legacy forward by investing in the future of Vermont’s law enforcement community.

Thank you to the entire On Your 6 team and the Vermont Department of Liquor and Vermont Lottery. Together we honor those who have served, remember those we have lost, and support those who’ll answer the call in the future. 🇺🇸💙

https://www.802spirits.com/rack-program

07/21/2026

The Vermont Police Association is proud to show its support for the reelection of Chittenden County Sheriff Dan Gamelin and the election of Paul McManus as High Bailiff, and to emphasize the importance of leadership and public safety in our upcoming elections.

These positions carry significant responsibilities requiring more than good intentions. They require a thorough understanding of how a Vermont law enforcement agency operates, a working knowledge of state and federal law, and an ability to collaborate with the rest of the law enforcement community in order to fulfill their commitment to the communities they serve.

Some Chittenden County communities have spent years confronting rising crime, substance use, and quality of life concerns. Residents, business owners, and law enforcement agencies have worked tirelessly in an attempt to restore stability in these communities which have faced these significant public safety challenges, while neighboring communities have managed the resulting spillover effects. We believe now is the time to continue to strengthen these efforts and not fundamentally redefine the mission of one of the county’s principal public safety agencies through another experiment.

Chittenden County Sheriff Dan Gamelin has led the department with professionalism, integrity, and accountability for many years. Under their leadership the Chittenden County Sheriff’s Department has operated with distinction earning the confidence of both the law enforcement community and the communities they serve.

Likewise, Paul McManus has been a respected member of Vermont’s law enforcement community for decades. Their extensive experience, sound judgment, and unwavering dedication to public service makes them an obvious choice to fulfill the responsibilities of High Bailiff. While infrequently called upon, this elected official exists for critical moments when stability, continuity, and public trust are paramount. The importance of the High Bailiff shouldn’t be measured by how often the position is called into action, but by the necessity of having a qualified individual ready when the moment arrives.

These positions are no less important to the integrity of our justice system than the State’s Attorney. The residents of Chittenden County deserve leaders who are prepared from day one to fulfill their responsibilities with competence, experience, and an unwavering commitment to the safety of their communities.

As communities throughout Chittenden County continue working to recover from years of significant public safety challenges many residents are looking for experienced leaders who can build upon years of proven success while remaining focused on protecting the public, enforcing the law, and working collaboratively with local stakeholders and Vermont law enforcement agencies.

For these reasons, the Vermont Police Association strongly supports the reelection of Sheriff Gamelin as Chittenden County Sheriff and Paul McManus for High Bailiff and encourages the residents of Chittenden County to vote for candidates who will ensure a safer Chittenden County.

https://www.dangamelin.com/

https://www.mcmanus4bailiff.com/

07/19/2026

The Vermont Police Association would like to Congratulate our member Sgt. Mark Barber of the Vergennes Police Department on being elected as the Employee Representative to the Vermont Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (VMERS) Board of Trustees!

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote and support this important election. Your participation helps ensure the voices of Vermont’s municipal employees are being actively represented.

Sgt. Barber has dedicated more than a decade of service to the City of Vergennes and has been a strong advocate for the municipal employees who serve our communities. We’re confident he will represent the interests of active, retired, and inactive vested VMERS members with the same commitment to protecting your retirement and strengthening the future of municipal service.

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07/17/2026

Did you catch Bellows Falls Police Department Police Officer Joshua Lake proudly showing his support for the Vermont Police Association by wearing our pin at the recent Windsor County Democratic Committee candidate forum?

The forum was held at the Congregational Church in Sharon and featured candidates running for Sheriff of the Windsor County Sheriff's Department. The event was moderated by Windsor County State’s Attorney Ward Goodenough and Town Offices - Sharon VT Selectboard member Kevin Gish.

Thank you, Officer Lake, for your service, membership, and support of the Vermont Police Association!

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