Next APROA meeting is March 10th.....Check out the latest RAFFLE (drawing will be held in May at the Fish Fry)....2010 APROA dues are now being collected...JOIN TODAY!!

Tax Break for Retirees

Don't forget about the IRS Tax Break for Retired Officers. You may claim a deduction of up to $3,000 for health or long-term-care insurance (but not auto insurance), which includes you spouse and any dependent childred.

The instructions, for this tax break, are listed under “Insurance Premiums for Retired Public Safety Officers”. In the IRS instructional booklet for 1040A it starts on page 27.

On the 1040A form you would list you retirement pay in blank 12a. In 12b you deduct from your retire pay the cost of your health insurance, up to $3,000.00. Next to the amount on 12b be SURE you write “SPO”.

A few officers have had issues with IRS when claiming this deduction, some due to not having the “SPO” listed, others because they IRS did not think this was a good deduction.

If you have issues with IRS the retirement System should have the information you need to present to them to make sure you get the tax break offered to retired officers.

APD Retiree Luncheon

The 2010 APD Retiree Luncheon will be held on WEDNEDSAY, APRIL 21st.
Additional information will be mailed out soon by APD.

APROA Spring Social

The Spring APROA Social will be held on MAY 15th, 2010 at Manchaca Fire Hall. Mark your calendars today and let’s make the May 15th Social gathering our largest yet.

RAFFLE

We are selling raffle tickets for Three Savage 22-semi autos, with scope, so we will have three winners at our gathering in May. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. We will draw for the rifle at the Fish Fry on May 15th. You do not have to be present to win. We will be selling the tickets at many of the regular get togethers we have each month but if you are not going to make any of them you can buy tickets my mail. Cut off to order by mail is May 5th. To purchase tickets by mail send money to:
Tommie Haffelder - 265 Union Chapel, Cedar Creek, TX 78612

Hearing Loss – Work Related Claim

At our September meeting Dr. Cook addressed the membership in regards to a possible claim you may have due to hearing loss. The years of sirens, gunfire and radios did take a toll on the hearing of many officers and you may have a claim.

Dr. Cook’s office indicated officers could come in for a free exam. For more information or an appointment contact Laurie Cook at (512) 260-2665.

Should the test indicate a hearing loss that could be job related, you will need to contact the City of Austin for claim information. Click HERE for more information on filing a claim.

NEW APD Badge is available for purchase

The NEW style of APD Badge is now authorized to be purchased by retired officers. CLICK HERE for additional information.

OLD APD Badges available for purchase

The old-style APD breast badges are being sold to current and retired officers. CLICK HERE for additional information.

Concealed Carry Documents

New Documents and Procedures have been instituted for obtaining the approval to carry a concealed weapon as a retired peace officer.

All of the documents and instructions are posted in the FIREARMS INFORMATION section of the website. Be sure to read the INSTRUCTIONS documents as the policies have undergone considerable change!!

Retiree ID Cards

ID cards are NO longer made at the main. The new location is at 1124 South IH-35 on the 3rd floor of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) building, Room 301. Park on the upper deck of the CTM parking garage marked with blue signs. Proceed to the main CTM 3rd Floor entrance and the receptionist will let you in or call (512) 974-7777.

The times are on Tuesday from 8am to 12pm, and on Thursday from 1pm to 3pm. Everyone needs to make sure they have all their paper work. 

Please call CTM Corporate Security at (512) 974-7777 24hours prior to your desired time slot to ensure they have adequate staffing.

Click HERE for the Honorably Retired Peace Officer ID Card Application

Social Events

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Membership DUES

Dues are now being collected for the 2009 and 2010 calendar years. Dues are $35.00 per year and are a small price to pay to ensure that you have a voice at City Hall and the Texas Legislature to represent YOUR interests as a retired officer.
JOIN TODAY!!

Looking for Something to Do?

Click here to see meetings and gatherings of our retired members.