California Peace Officers Association Endorses Sheriff Kanalakis

Monterey, CA – The California Peace Officers’ Association has endorsed Sheriff Mike Kanalakis for re-election. The vote – by the largest professional law enforcement organization in the state – was overwhelming.

“Sheriff Kanalakis has proven his commitment to providing sophisticated equipment, training and career development resources to law enforcement in Monterey County. He has accomplished a great deal as Sheriff and led the County to remarkable results. The CPOA Board unanimously supports the continuation of that progress,” said John Standish, President of the California Peace Officers’ Association.

“I’m honored to have received this key endorsement from the California Peace Officers’ Association. It’s deeply rewarding to know that the CPOA has the confidence in me to continue my work as Sheriff of Monterey County,” said Kanalakis.

Sheriff Kanalakis’ results include responsible budgeting and the many subsequent beneficial programs that have been established and continued under his leadership – notably the acquisition of $7.5 million in grants for the countywide Gang Task Force. Since its implementation in 2005, the GTF has made over 2,800 arrests, conducted over 5,000 probation and parole searches and seized over 200 illegal firearms.

The California Peace Officers’ Association represents the totality of the law enforcement profession. The 3,400-member body includes sheriffs, chiefs of police, command staff at the local, state and federal levels, as well as rank and file officers.