The CCSO family suffered a tremendous loss when our founding president, Rich Tatum, passed away at the age of 77 on February 6. I want to express my deepest gratitude for his vision and determination in putting this group together and building it into a strong and successful organization. I can hardly imagine the many battles he had to fight along the way, the ups and downs he endured, the pushback and setbacks he faced throughout the decades of his presidency.
Message From the President
Reaching Greater Heights Together
Posted on by State President Art Gonzales
I trust that you had a wonderful holiday season and that you rang in 2024 surrounded by your friends and loved ones. I wish you all peace, prosperity and good health as we embark on a new year that will undoubtedly be filled with challenges as well as opportunities. The new year is a time for reflecting on our past achievements and looking toward the future of our great organization.
Hard Work Has Led to Financial Stability, Salary Raises and More
Posted on by State President Art Gonzales
I am honored to address you as we reflect on the tremendous strides we’ve made together as an organization. The recent “walk time” case victory, the 6.25% salary increase and the 1% longevity resolution all stand as testaments to the dedication and perseverance of our members. As we enter the holiday season, these victories bring a sense of joy and relief for many of our families.
Ensuring Equity for Our Members
Posted on by State President Art Gonzales
I hope you and your families have been enjoying summer and staying cool amid the record-high temperatures and heat waves. This time of year is traditionally when many of our members take time off to rest, rejuvenate and spend time with their loved ones. Remember, it’s just as important to take care of yourself physically and mentally off the job as it is on the job, so I hope you have been prioritizing time to relax and have fun.
Springing Forward
Posted on by State President Art Gonzales
As we welcome the warm sunshine after a winter of heavy rains — and, for those in the higher elevations, snow — our organization is also looking forward to brighter days ahead. Having sailed through the storm and reached calmer waters, we are ready to work with renewed emphasis on what we do best: helping our members succeed and thrive.
Honesty Will Always Be the Best Policy
Posted on by State President Art Gonzales
As I begin another year as your CCSO president, I can’t help but think back on how far our organization has come since I proudly took office five years ago. Many of us remember the not-so-distant past when our budget was so small that it was putting us at serious risk of not being able to function.