Labor
FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
LABOR COUNCIL
124 W Allegan, Suite #1100
Lansing, MI 48933
The Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council has announced a new, direct-line phone service for quicker, Statewide response.
Placing a call to the new phone service will provide direct access to Labor Council representatives for current FOPLC members – as well as for those who are interested in moving up to the superior level of law enforcement related representation.
Go with the only nationwide law enforcement association that has 98-years of experience representing all of the law enforcement community – all across the United States.
Contact the FOPLC 24/7/365: 517 – 679 – 5090; (FAX) 517 – 679 – 5091; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

David Bukala, FOP Labor Representative
124 W Allegan Suite #1100
Lansing, MI 48933
517-679-5090
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David received his BA, MA, EdS degree from Michigan State University and he also attended Grand Rapids Community College Police Academy. David retired from the Muskegon Heights Police Department which he served as patrolman, community officer and a union steward. He was also a former Corrections Officer, Teacher and a School Administrator. He has experience in contract negotiation and grievance experience from both sides of the table. David is currently the Treasurer of his local Lodge #99 Charles D. Hammond in Muskegon he has been an FOP member since Dec 2000.

Len Paquette, FOP Labor Representative
124 W Allegan, Suite #1100
Lansing, MI 48933
517-679-5090
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Len is a former police officer with the Taylor P.D. with over 27 years of experience. During his years with the Taylor P.D. he served as a police supervisor, union president and served the Downriver Crisis Negotiation Team. He is a certified hostage negotiator, a licensed/bonded private investigator and has acquired many years of education and experience in the law enforcement field. Len also has experience in handling contracts, grievances and 312 Arbitration. He has been a member of the Taylor FOP Lodge since 1984.

Mark A. Porter, State Lodge Legal Counsel
248-547-1911
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Mark A. Porter is a retired police officer who has been active in the FOP since 1973. He is currently the managing partner of Mark A. Porter & Associates PLLC, in Madison Hts, MI. www.MAP-LAW.com
Our programs include:
· Negotiating and enforcing your collective bargaining agreement
· To assist you in mediations
· To assist in arbitration
· To represent you in discipline cases
· To pursue your grievances
· Experienced staff of labor attorneys
· Legal Defense Protection
· 457 Plan
LEGAL DEFENSE PROTECTION
In addition to regular union services your membership includes a legal defense program owned and operated by the National Fraternal Order of Police providing:
· 24-hour duty related civil and criminal protection
· Unlimited coverage with plan attorneys
· No committee approval required
LEGISLATIVE SERVICES
When you join the F.O.P. Labor Council you become a part of the strongest legislative voice representing law enforcement in Michigan. We work full time securing legislation to protect law enforcement professionals throughout the state.
We have a proven track record when it comes to helping draft the laws that protect your rights and we are committed to protecting and strengthening those rights today and in the future!
·Instrumental in securing Passage of Public Act 312 (Binding Arbitration)
·Initial sponsor of Language for the Survivors Tuition Waiver Bill
·Championed Legislation that abolished the Fireman's Rule
·Championed Legislation that abolished the Residency Required
"The Voice of Our Nation's Law Enforcement Officers"


