Sheriffs' Office - Community Involvement

January 12, 2010

NO AUTOMOTIVE VIN CHECKS AT LARAMIE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT DURING STREET RECONSTRUCTION

Due to the reconstruction of Pioneer Avenue and 19th Street, The Laramie County Sheriff's Department will not be doing automotive VIN checks for the public at the Laramie County Sheriff's Department starting Thursday, January 14th for the duration of the reconstruction project – scheduled to last for seven to ten days based on the weather.

With the street blockage and working equipment it becomes a safety hazard to the public, staff, and moving traffic.

Those individuals needing an automotive VIN check during the construction period can contact Laramie County Combined Communications at 637-6524 and request to have a Deputy from Laramie County Sheriff's Department dispatched to assist, or, the Cheyenne Police Department offers VIN checks Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM, at their location at 2020 Capitol Avenue. The Wyoming Highway Patrol may also be able to assist by contacting their Dispatch at 777-4321.

VIN checks at the Sheriff's Department location (1910 Pioneer Avenue) will resume once the construction project is complete.

Point of Contact for further information is Gerry Luce at the Laramie County Sheriff's Department – (307) 633-4725.

Authority for release is Lieutenant Pat Branigan.

Date of Release: December 28, 2009

New Wyoming law requires copy of registration be carried in the vehicle.

Beginning January 1, 2010, Wyoming Law will require a copy of a vehicle registration to be carried in the vehicle at all times.

The change is among several revisions to the State's vehicle titling and registration laws approved by the 2009 Legislature to improve consistency, clarity and accountability.

The law will also require the renewal tabs issued with a vehicle's annual registration to be clearly displayed in the upper left hand corner of the license plate.

The tab cannot be obscured by a license plate frame or displayed upside down or in another corner of the plate.

July 21, 2009

National Sheriff's Elect Sheriff Danny Glick to the office of Sergeant at Arms of the Executive Committee.

Convening in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, on June 19, 2009, the National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) announced the election of Sheriff Danny Glick, Laramie County Wyoming to the office of Sergeant at Arms of the Executive Committee. Sheriff Glick was initially elected to the NSA Board of Directors July of 2008, where he assisted in creation of NSA policies and positions. Sheriff Glick will serve on several important NSA subject specific committees.

The National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) is the voice of elected law enforcement. NSA is a non-profit association of more than 22,000 members dedicated to serving the criminal justice field and has proudly represented the 3,084 elected sheriffs of this Nation for more than sixty-eight years.

May 11, 2009

LAW ENFORCEMENT HALL OF FAME TO INDUCT LONG TIME LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, EDUCATOR, AND ADMINISTRATOR, AT THE STATE CAPITOL ON TUESDAY

The Wyoming Association of Sheriffs' and Chief's of Police (WASCOP) has announced that long time law enforcement officer, administrator, and educator, Ernest L. Johnson, of Douglas, Wyoming, will be inducted into the Wyoming Law Enforcement Hall of Fame at the Capitol Rotunda on Tuesday, May 12th at 2PM.

Chief of Police Tim Feathers of the Powell Police Department and current President of the Wyoming Association of Sheriff's and Chief's of Police (WASCOP), stated, “Ernie Johnson's contributions to law enforcement in Wyoming are almost immeasurable when you consider a career that has included 25 years with the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy as Director and other capacities, a Casper Police Officer, educator with University of Wyoming, law enforcement consultant, and other critical areas that continues to provide a strong positive impact to the entire law enforcement community in this state. Since 1967 he's been an integral leader in this field for Wyoming.”

Scheduled to be at the induction is Governor Freudenthal.

Ernie Johnson is a U.S. Army Veteran who served from 1963 to 1966 and began his law enforcement career with the Casper Police Department from 1967 to 1976 when he became the Assistant Director of the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy and then assumed the Director's position in 1977 – serving as the Director for 23 years. Since then he has been a consultant to law enforcement agencies, and served as the Director of Wyoming Peace Officer's Standards and Training during his tenure at the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy,

A graduate of the FBI National Academy he continues his service to Wyoming through his consulting business and WASCOP. He has headed up several recent critical studies on Substance Abuse in conjunction with the State of Wyoming and the legislature. He has also published numerous reports and articles related to law enforcement and substance abuse. He is also considered an expert witness in many areas.

A copy of his Vita will be available at the induction ceremony (Tuesday, May 12, Capitol Rotunda).

Gerry Luce from the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office will be available to assist with media representatives.

Point of Contact for further information regarding this release is Gerry Luce at the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office (307) 633-4725.

Point of Contact for Wyoming Association of Sheriffs' and Chief's of Police is Sheriff Danny Glick (Laramie County) – (307) 633-4715

March 27, 2009

The Laramie County Sheriffs' Office has announced that it will be changing the days and times that fingerprinting will be available to the public for such services as concealed weapons permits, employment purposes, and Cheyenne Housing.

Beginning Monday, April 6th, fingerprinting for the public will be conducted on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00AM until 1:00PM.

This change will allow increased service to the public as well as more efficient work load for Sheriffs' Office Staff.

During the week of March 30th through April 3rd the current hours of service will remain in effect.

If you have questions regarding this change you can call the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office Records Section at 633-4700.

Point of Contact for further information is Gerry Luce at the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office (307) 633-4725

Date of Release: January 31, 2009

February 2, 2009

NEW RETINA/IRIS SCAN TECHNOLOGY FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TO BE UNVEILED AT WASCOP PRESS CONFERENCE, DEMONSTRATION, and TRAINING

The Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chief's of Police (WASCOP) will hold a Press Conference, Demonstration, and training for the Retina I Iris Scan technology that will be utilized by Wyoming Law Enforcement.

The Press Conference will be at 1 PM at the Hitching Post (in the front lobby near the front desk) here in Cheyenne. Following the Press Conference media will be invited to participate in the Demonstration. Training will also be conducted for members of WASCOP attending their Winter Meeting.

Nine (9) units have been acquired for use by Wyoming Law Enforcement through a Byrne Grant totaling near $89,500. WASCOP began the grant funding process through former congresswoman Barbara Cubin, however Senator Mike Enzi the instrumental player in securing final funding for the project. WASCOP's original grant request was for twenty-three (23) units, however, nine (9) were finally approved. Senator Enzi has been invited to the unveiling. It is unknown at this time whether he is available to attend.

Law Enforcement Administrators with WASCOP see much potential with this system. Initially 10 verification in jails and child 10 projects are areas seen for initial utilization. However, use in major crime incidents and sex offender 10 verification is seen as other critical uses for these units. Initially the plan is to use these systems on a rotating basis for all law enforcement agencies in the state.

Point of Contact for further information regarding this release is Gerry Luce at the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office - (307) 633-4725.

Point of Contact for Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police is Sheriff Jim Pond (Albany County) - (307) 721-5322

OPERATION TIPSY TOW KICKS
OFF FOR THE HOLIDAYS

It’s time again to deck the halls, wrap the presents, and bring in the New Year. The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, AAA Wyoming and Doug’s Towing urge you to celebrate wisely and safely. If you choose to drink, don’t drive. Have a designated driver or take advantage of Operation Tipsy Tow offered by Doug’s Towing from December 19 through January 1. The service is completely confidential. The service provides alcohol impaired drivers a free and confidential way to get home. Anyone can call Doug's Towing at 635-8223 for a free tow within a 10 mile radius of the pick up location in the Cheyenne city limits. Operation Tipsy Tow will be available December 19 through January 1.

"AAA and Doug's Towing urge everyone to be responsible," says Denice Harris, AAA Spokesperson. "Just one drink can impair your ability to drive safely, because judgment and motor skills are the first areas affected by alcohol consumption. It's not worth the risk of killing yourself or someone else."

"Operation Tipsy Tow helps save lives and raises public awareness of drinking and driving during the Holidays." says Kathy Julius, owner of Doug's Towing. "We believe strongly in staying safe during the Holidays. Give us a call if you have had too much to drink. Don't ever get behind the wheel."

Sheriff Danny Glick gives the following tips for a safe holiday season:

While on the Road:
Wear a safety belt at all times regardless of how short a distance you may be going.
Don't talk on your cell phone while driving.
Always place children in age appropriate infant /child safety seats, booster, etc.
Place all children less than 12 years old in the back seat at all times

Hosting a Party
If you're hosting a Holiday event always offer non-alcoholic drinks as an alternative, Serve light foods such as meats and cheeses to help retard alcohol absorption Arrange for an official designated driver for your party. Find alternate transportation for intoxicated guests or have them sleep over. Be responsible for your guests, even if it means taking their car keys.

At a Party
If you drink, don’t drive, no matter how little you think you have had, always use a designated driver, call a cab or Operation Tipsy Tow. Even if you are not drinking, always be alert to those on the road that have been.

Everyone can do their part to help keep Wyoming roadways safe.

United States Police Canine Association.
Region 14 Detector Case of the Quarter.
Officer David Stevens and K9 Max Laramie County Sheriffs' Office

On June 30th, 2008 Detective Stevens was working a case with DEA. A reliable confidential source provided information that 9 ounces of cocaine would be transported to the Cheyenne area. Surveillance and task force officers were assigned to provide surveillance and locate a white GMC Yukon with a Colorado plate. The vehicle was located and a traffic stop was conducted.

Max, a drug detection K9 was summoned and made a positive K9 alert to the vehicle. The vehicle was transported to the DEA office in Cheyenne. Max was deployed again inside the vehicle and made a positive alert to the passenger side dashboard area. The glove box was checked and a sandwich bag with dog food was located. After closer observation, it appeared as if the passenger side airbag was altered. Underneath the glove box was a toggle switch that would not work. The airbag cover was taken off and an actuator door was located releasing a hidden compartment behind the passenger air bag. A duct taped container was located in the compartment that yielded 11 ounces of cocaine.

Several days later a female acquaintance tried to bond out the suspect with $20,000.00 in US currency. The female party was questioned by authorities and identified. She became uncooperative and would not reveal the location of her vehicle and left the area on foot. The vehicle was later located in a parking garage near the court house. K9, Max was called again for his assistance in locating the odor of narcotics: K9 Max sniffed the outside of the vehicle and gave a positive K9 alert to the trunk area of the vehicle.

Narcotics agents wrote a search warrant and seized the vehicle since the owner fled the area. The search warrant was granted and the vehicle was searched more thoroughly by K9 Max. K9 Max was placed into the trunk area located a leather purse with a positive K9 alert. Max subsequently carried the purse back to my patrol vehicle and $20,000.00 in US currency was located.

The 11 ounces of cocaine and $20,000.00 in currency would not have been located if it were not for K9 Max's assistance.

CANINE COURIER/DECEMBER 2008

National Sheriffs' Association Elects Sheriff Danny Glick to Board of Directors.

Convening in Indianapolis, IN, on July 1, 2008, the National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) announced the election of Sheriff Danny Glick, Laramie County Wyoming to NSA's Board of Directors. As part of his duties, Sheriff Glick will assist in creation of NSA policies and positions. Further, Sheriff Glick will serve on several important NSA subject specific committees.

Through the years, NSA has been involved in numerous programs to empower sheriffs, deputies, and others in law enforcement to perform their duties in the best possible manner. Our goal is to help sheriffs serve their constituents and jurisdictions better. NSA provides management training for sheriffs and their command personnel at the National Sheriffs' Institute and through other innovative programs, workshops, and seminars. NSA also provides management training for sheriffs and their command personnel in school safety, court security, jail operations, offers liability insurance, and administers the highly successful National Neighborhood Watch, Weapons of Mass Destruction Response and Triad Programs. . The National Sheriffs' Association headquarters is located in Alexandria, Virginia.

Sheriff Glick named as Committee Chairman of Western States Sheriffs' Association

The Western States Sheriff’s Association has appointed Laramie County Sheriff Danny Glick as Chairman of the Nominating Committee for the Association. The Western States Sheriff’s association was established in 1993 and has been pursuing public safety issues that impact western sheriffs on a continuing basis.

Sheriff Glick is also actively involved as President of the Wyoming Sheriff’s Association, and serves on the Board of Directors of the National Sheriff’s Association where he also serves on the Nominating Committee, the Drug Enforcement Committee and the Congressional Affairs Committee.

DATE OF RELEASE: 11/27/07

Donation of bicycles to Salvation Army.

The Laramie County Sheriffs Office is pleased to announce that for the fourteenth year they were able to donate bicycles to the Salvation Army to be given as Christmas gifts. Cathy McDonald and Deputy Donald Heiduck of the Sheriffs Office obtained the necessary paperwork from District Court Judge Grant in order to have approximately 21 bicycles donated to "Operation Happy Christmas."

In years past, unclaimed bicycles found by Sheriffs deputies were sold at auction. Feeling that needy children were excluded by this process Deputy Donald Heiduck explored the idea of donating bicycles to the Salvation Army's Operation Happy Christmas." The donated bicycles were presented to the Salvation Army at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday November 27, 2007. Anyone interested in making donations to this Christmas program should contact the Salvation Army at 634-2769.

RELEASE AUTHORIZED BY: Deputy Raymond Nelson

TITLE: Community Relations Deputy

New Wyoming Sheriffs' Association President.

On Thursday November 15th, the Wyoming Sheriffs' Association appointed Sheriff Danny Glick as the new Association President for the coming year. Sheriff Glick has served as Vice President of the Association for past year, and in accordance with Association Bylaws advanced to the office of President this year. The association held there annual election at Casper Thursday November 15th, where the new slate of officers were presented and approved.

The Wyoming Sheriffs' Association is dedicated to preserving the time honored Office of Sheriff in Wyoming. The Sheriffs' Association is the information source for the Sheriffs of Wyoming. Their mission is to protect and fight for Wyoming Sheriffs' rights to perform their sworn duty to protect and serve you, and all citizens of Wyoming, through legislation and the judicial system. They are dedicated to assisting the twenty three County Sheriffs' in acquiring the education and training required for law enforcement officers.

Laramie County Sheriffs' Office to Offer Reserve Deputy Opportunities for Citizens Interested in Law Enforcement Volunteer Service

The Laramie County Sheriffs' Office will be beginning a new law enforcement class for citizens interested in becoming certified as Reserve Peace Officer's in the State of Wyoming.

The Sheriffs' Office Reserve Program which has been in existence since 1975 (and the first in this State) has provided over 200,000 hours of volunteer service to the County in a broad spectrum of capacities. Reserve Deputies have assisted with patrol operations, investigations, special assignments, administration, crime prevention, community service programs, and detention operations, over its years of service. This volunteer service is unique in that each Reserve Deputy must complete state directed training required of all full time peace officers. The certification requirements are those set forth by Wyoming Peace Officer's Standards and Training and the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy. To become certified through the Sheriffs' Office Program will require attendance at the Academy that will be conducted at the Sheriffs' Office.

According to Sheriff Danny Glick, “Each Reserve Deputy has added much to this organization and the community we serve. When you look at the time they have volunteered, specialized training they have completed, and unique services they provide, we all benefit from their dedication. Several programs in this organization fall under their direct supervision and guidance and its shows in the exceptional degree of professionalism they exhibit. Each Reserve takes time from his family and chosen career to assist in this law enforcement endeavor, and they contribute much to our organization.”

For those who may be interested in becoming a Reserve Deputy, The Sheriffs' Office will host an information and orientation meeting on Saturday, March 10th at 9:00AM in the Training Room of the Sheriffs' Office (1910 Pioneer Avenue).

For those who may not be able to make this meeting may submit an application – which may be obtained at the Sheriffs' Office – by March 31st.

Individuals may also call the Sheriffs' Office for information at 633-4725.

Point of Contact for further information regarding this release is Gerry Luce at the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office (307) 633-4725

Authority for Release is Lieutenant Glen Crumpton, LCSO

Missing child alert program arrives

The program seeks to fill in some gaps left by the stringent rules governing the Amber Alert program.

By Juliette Rule
rep9@wyomingnews.com

CHEYENNE - Experts on missing children agree that Amber Alert is an effective tool. But when circumstances don't fit the bill for dispersal of information over the public airwaves, as they often don't for Amber Alert, Laramie County officials soon will be able to use a more basic approach.

They'll pick up the phone, and using an auto dialer, let those in a specific part of the county know a child is missing from that area.

The program is called "A Child is Missing Alert," and it's not been used in Wyoming yet. On Monday, local law enforcement officials learned about the program.

Laramie County Sheriff Danny Glick is credited with bringing it here. Whereas Amber Alert is used only in cases where abduction is suspected, "A Child is Missing Alert" is used whenever a child is reported missing.

Using computerized mapping technology, the alert system zeroes in on a specifically targeted area surrounding the child's last known location.

With local law enforcement's OK, anyone with a listed telephone number is called, and a recorded message describing the child is played.

The system has a 98 percent "listen-rate" and can make 1,000 calls per minute, Dallas-Fort Worth-based trainer Marlin Price told the about 20 members of law enforcement who attended the training.

If an answering machine picks up the call, the system is "smart enough" to wait for the beep, he explained.

The technology seems to leave cell phone users out of the loop, but Price said those without a land line can include their numbers in the call list. That's done at www.achildismissing.org and by clicking on the "how to join" link.

The numbers aren't shared with anyone, Price promised, but used only to share information about a missing child. The messages average about a minute in length, and have been used primarily in the eastern and southeastern United States.

A federal grant has opened up program expansion opportunities, but fundraising efforts bring the trainings to communities. Now Price, a retired Texas City police officer, is spreading the word about the program here and elsewhere.

Amber Alert uses very a special list of criteria to determine whether it should be used in a certain case, much to the dissatisfaction of parents whose children are considered missing and not abducted.

That means the alert could be used for teenage runaways, but Price said that wouldn't happen in cases with repeat runaways.

But the auto dialer has been effective in helping to locate adults suffering from Alzheimer's disease, Price said.

If the case is serious enough, it means those on the telephone list could be called at 2 a.m. But that only will happen when it's clear the child is too young to know how to, for example, stay warm in chilly overnight temperatures.

A child of 15 or 16 would know how to seek shelter, Price explained, but a 2-year-old would be exceptionally vulnerable.

The criteria for using "A Child is Missing Alert" is quite simple. "You need us, you need us," Price said.

Civilian by day, Deputy Sheriff by night

Warren volunteer leads double life.

Spiderman, Batman and Willie Conyers all have something in common - leading double lives; one of which puts them in the line of danger, keeping the people in their city safe. All three work at offices during the day, wearing the same clothes as everyone else, but when the time comes, they don a suit distinguishing themselves as a symbol of protection.

Willie Conyers, 90th Space Wing Weapons Safety superintendent, puts in a full day's work here at Warren then spends his free time volunteering as a reserve deputy sheriff for Laramie County.. Volunteerism is practice for military members, but as a retired senior master sergeant, Conyers' extracurricular activity is like a second job all its own.

"I have to dedicate a lot of time to this," said Mr. Conyers, "I put in 1,372 hours at the Sheriffs' Office last year. It's all worth it to me though. It's another way to give time and effort back to the community." . Mr. Conyers explained he took nearly 500 hours of classes and training before being commissioned as a deputy sheriff. Plus, he added 20 hours every two years of post-certified classes to keep his skills up.

Mr. Conyers began volunteering at the Sheriffs' Office one year before he retired. "For me it was a natural progression, from volunteering on the CFD (Cheyenne Frontier Days) security committee, to helping people all year round," he said. Reserve deputies have a unique opportunity to participate in the broad spectrum of responsibilities the Sheriffs' Office has, according to deputy sheriff Gerry Luce, personnel and training administrator at the Sheriffs' Office. "Whereas full-time deputies serve in one functional area, volunteers get to see the total law-enforcement picture," he said.

One of Mr. Conyers' year-round duties includes monitoring visits for inmates who provide custodial work for the county jail. He said the hardest thing is to be serving the public and his own safety at the same time. He also handles hazardous traffic accidents, and ensures dangers are minimized.

"Every traffic accident is dangerous: safety for the people in the accident, the people avoiding the accident and me, trying -not to get run over," said Mr. Conyers. Mr. Conyers said, being a reserve deputy sheriff isn't for 'just any Joe Citizen." "To be a deputy sheriff, you need to be level-headed, be able to think under pressure, be tough skinned able to take insults and harsh criticism and be physically fit," Mr. Conyers said. Sheriff Luce, also a volunteer, concurs that these are exactly the qualities he looks for in other volunteer deputies. . "What we need in our volunteers is similar, if not exactly, what we look for in full-time sheriffs," he said, "We need people who are self- motivated, physically capable and people oriented. Their communication ability is critical."

Laramie County Sheriff Danny Glick believes that the people who volunteer as reserve deputies are literally priceless to the community. "They are a very integral part of our Office," said the sheriff, "[They] allow us to not have to pull people in for overtime. It's an amazing amount of work and dedication to represent the community the way they do."

In Sheriff Glick's view, the county not only saves money, but it gets something much more valuable in return: one more certified public servant in the community to make it a safe place. "They've taken the same chances I have, so it's a big thing for them to step out and serve the community in this capacity. The pride these officers have is something that gives me pride - and their pride is to be commended," said Sheriff Glick.

Mr. Conyers isn't looking for commendation. He said he gets satisfaction knowing he's helping somebody. "This job comes with a lot of responsibility," said Mr. Conyers, "what I do here represents the Air Force, the Sheriffs' Office and the state of Wyoming."

Members of the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office participated in the kickoff of Operation Tipsy Tow, December 16th at UMC West. Operation Tipsy Tow is a service that provides a free ride home for those who have had too much to drink then drive, and a free tow home for their vehicle. Tipsy Tow is available in the city of Cheyenne from Dec. 17 through Jan.1 to vehicles that can be towed within a 10-mile radius from the point of hookup. The service is completely confidential and is available by calling Doug's Towing at
635-8223. Present at the kickoff with the Sheriffs' Office were representatives of AAA of Wyoming, Doug's Towing, the Wyoming Highway Patrol, Cheyenne Police Department,
Wyoming Office of Highway Safety, United Medical Center, and Mayor Jack Spiker.

The Laramie County Sheriffs Office is pleased to announce that they will be donating bicycles for the twelfth year to the Salvation Army to be given as Christmas gifts. Deputy Don Heiduck of the Sheriffs Office obtained the necessary paperwork from Judge Grant of the District Court in order to have approximately 26 bicycles donated to "Operation Happy Christmas." In years past, unclaimed bicycles found by Sheriffs deputies were sold at auction. Feeling that needy children were excluded by this process, Deputy Heiduck explored the idea of donating bicycles to the Salvation Army's Operation Happy Christmas." This year, in addition to the unclaimed bicycles, a number of employees, their families, friends and citizens, also brought "Plush" toys for the donation during the holiday season. The donated items will be presented to the Salvation Army by Sheriff Danny Glick at 10:00 a.m. on Monday November 12, 2005. Anyone interested in making donations to this Christmas program should contact the Salvation Army at telephone # 634-2769.

McGruff visits St. Mary's Elementary
Deputies Hollingshead and Nelson visited St. Mary's Elementary School with McGruff the Crime Dog, as part of Red Ribbon week. Principal Ricken had Laramie County Sheriffs' Office Deputies visit the Elementary School with Mc Gruff to help emphasizes the importance of Red Ribbon Week and the need to be drug free.

Jail & Bail
Members of the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office recently participated in the March of Dimes Jail & Bail fund-raiser. Deputies Don Heiduck and Raymond Nelson served as arresting Officers for the March of Dimes Cheyenne Jail and Bail held September 21, 2005 at the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. The March of Dimes Cheyenne Jail raised approximately $26,000.00 that will be used to continue lifesaving research and innovative prevention programs that save babies from death or disability.

Deputies "arresting" Jim Johnson, sales manager for Carpet Exchange

Sheriff Danny Glick would like to publicly thank those members of the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office and their family who have donated their time to assist in various community fund-raisers.

Sheriff Danny Glick on Thursday September 8 awarded Thirteen-year-old Paul Ditty a life saving certificate for saving Cole Lounsbury on July 11.

While Baby-sitting 2-year-old Cole, the child began choking on a piece of hard candy and Paul new exactly what action to take. He first put Cole over his knee and bounced him. When that didn't work, he raised the toddler arms. But Cole continued to choke.

Paul then tried the Heimlich maneuver and said, "the candy flew out." Sheriff Glick praised the teen for his quick action, and for staying calm under such stressful circumstances.

Sheriff Danny Glick along with Cheyenne Police Chief Bob Fecht spoke at a press conference announcing the formation of the Cheyenne Meth Initiative, along with the slate of newly elected officers

The Cheyenne Meth Initiative is a grass-roots, collaborative organization, committed to providing education about the effects of Methamphetamine use on individuals and the community, increasing awareness of the Methamphetamine problem in the Cheyenne area and creating a partnership in the community of Cheyenne, Wyoming to address the significant issues brought about by the use of Methamphetamine.

The group has been working for the past year; but just recently was incorporated as a not-for-profit organization (501C3). The Initiative committees include; the Legal Committee, the Statistic Committee, the Endangered Children Committee, the Precursor Training Committee, the Environmental Committee and the Media Committee. These committees have participated in a variety of activities such as Super Day, Safe Kids Day and First Christian Church’s Eggstravaganza. Goals for the future include; fundraising, collecting community wide statistics on Methamphetamine use in Laramie County help set protocols in dealing with Methamphetamine users and their children, community wide educational Methamphetamine trainings and participation in community activities such as Red Ribbon Week and Recovery Day. The Cheyenne Meth Initiative has also been a part of the reduction of the availability of precursor chemicals through the Meth Watch Program.

The 2005-2006 Board of Directors include; Reed Eckhardt, President; Kurt Zunker, Vice President; Sharon Cashman, Secretary and Lara Schiffbauer, Treasurer.

	Deputy Raymond Nelson was one of the Pipers that played at the donation ceremony of a "Tartan Stone" that was given to the Wyoming State Museum. Deputy Nelson along with Robert McLelland and State employee Tim Carroll played several tunes at the ceremony. All three Pipers are members of the South East Wyoming Pipe Band.
Photograph by Mike Smith, Wyoming Tribune-Eagle

Sheriff Danny Glick accepted a very generous donation of children's pillows January 4, from Mary Sue Wilson of Cheyenne. Mrs. Wilson contacted the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office stating that she had approximately 50 handmade children's pillows that she wished to donate. She informed Sheriff Glick that it was her wish that the pillows be used to bring some comfort to children involved in a traumatic situation.

Members of the Laramie County Sheriffs' Office participated as a Color Guard for a special ceremony held November 11, 2004. Members of the Scottish Society of Southeastern Wyoming held a special ceremony commemorating the 75th anniversary of the dedication of the Robert Burns statue located at 26th and Pioneer in Cheyenne. Present at the ceremony was Sheriff Danny Glick and participating in Color Guard were Sgt. Rick Lopez, Lt. Wayne Meese and Deputies Don Heiduck, Jason Belter and Frank Tryon. Dana Anderson represented the Scottish Society and carried the Saltire. Members of the Scottish Society of Southeastern Wyoming expressed their appreciated for the Offices participation in the ceremony.