Knute Mellon FOP Lodge 5 Presidential Candidate Interview

Summary In this episode of the Join or Die podcast, hosts Bob and Chris interview FOP Lodge 5 presidential candidate Knute Mellon and team member Sharrod Davis. They discuss the motivations behind their candidacy, their vision for change within the FOP, and the importance of transparency and accountability in the union. The candidate emphasizes the need for better communication with officers, addressing retiree concerns, and improving the disciplinary process. He also highlights the challenges of police retention and the need for a cultural shift within the department. The conversation concludes with their commitment to fight for the rights and benefits of all members, including retirees. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 5:00 Why run for FOP President 11:00 Pension check accountability 14:50 Team Knute 17:19 Cost of living adjustment for retirees 20:22 Retention of cops 28:20 Do you have experience/contracts? 42:55 Discipline process, Arbitrations, PBIs 54:35 Final thoughts