De Lucca was named police chief of the Town of Golden Beach in Miami-Dade County in the autumn of 2011. Since taking up this position, Golden Beach has developed a reputation for being one of the safest communities in Florida.

Prior to working in Golden Beach, de Lucca served in the Miami Beach Police Department for 26 years. He held the rank of police chief for the last seven years. This position was especially demanding, because Miami Beach hosts more than 10,000,000 visitors every year.

To further develop the city’s vacation industry, de Lucca ensured that officers in the Miami Beach Police Department were properly trained in dealing with any incidents that could occur in the city’s tourism areas. Under his direction, the police department received international awards for its outstanding service.

The International Association of the Chiefs of Police was founded in 1893. The organization encourages the improvement of law enforcement agencies by hosting conferences that address cutting-edge law enforcement issues, developing training programs and promoting close collaboration among agencies.

De Lucca has received endorsements from several respected public-service organizations, including:

•  Florida Police Chiefs Association
•  New England Association Chiefs of Police
•  Massachusetts Chiefs of Police
•  Mississippi Police Chiefs Executive Board
•  Connecticut Police Chiefs Association
•  Delaware Police Chiefs Council
•  New Hampshire Police Chiefs Association
•  Michigan Police Chiefs Association

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But after all the fun and festivities conclude, members must get down to business.  All annual IACP Conferences involve elections that may alter the makeup of the Board of Officers, which is the group that helps manage and organize IACP events.  This year, there are two positions that are up for election—the 4^th Vice President position and the Vice-President at Large spot.

Basic requirements

If you would like to join the Board of Officers, you must be an active member of the IACP and a sitting police chief.  For the first open spot, the Vice-President at Large will serve one 3-year term that concludes in 2016. For the second spot, however, the 4^th Vice President will ascend to the IACP presidency in 2019.  It is an important and sought-after position, which is why it is often hotly contested.

Who is Donald De Lucca?

With over thirty years of experience in law enforcement, Donald De Lucca began his career as a police officer in Miami Beach in 1981, and later worked his way up to chief of police of that department. As the head honcho, he had over 400 officers working directly under him.  Chief Delucca handled the job with aplomb and served with distinction from 2001 to 2007. He then took a slightly less stressful position as the chief of police of a small tourist—Golden Beach, Florida. (Discover more about Donald DeLucca for IACP 4th Vice President)

Why you should vote for Donald Delucca IACP 2013

Throughout his career, whether as an officer or a chief, Mr. Delucca has always stressed the importance of continued training. He believes that the only way to wage the war on crime is to be one step ahead of the criminals, which can only be achieved through education and instruction.  These are the very principles on which the International Association of Chiefs of Police was founded. The architects of the organization believed that only through sharing could police officers gain the upper hand and fight the good fight.

If elected as the 4^th Vice President of the IACP, Donald De Lucca will work hard to ensure that all members of the law enforcement community have access to programs that can help them master the skills and tactics they need to do their jobs in the 21^st century.

120^th Annual Conference and Exposition in Philadelphia

October 19-23, members of the International Association of Chiefs of Police will meet for the 120^th Annual Conference and Exposition. The conference will feature many workshops, forums, and notable keynote speakers and is the premier event for law enforcement executives from across the country and the world. At this conference, you will join delegates from the federal, tribal, state, county, and local levels for collaboration, learning, and experiencing the latest in technology. IACP members will also be voting for a new 4^th Vice President, and Donald De Lucca respectfully asks for your vote for this office. (Contact us here)

IACP Leadership and Training Goals

When you vote for Donald De Lucca IACP 2013 4^th Vice President, you cast your vote for experience, leadership, and someone who is committed to continued training of law enforcement officers in a world that is constantly changing. In his 30-plus years in law enforcement, including time spent as Chief of Police for Miami Beach, Florida and Golden Beach, Florida, Don De Lucca has shown how continued education allows law enforcement to serve effectively in a changing population and a changing technological landscape.

Put Don DeLucca’s Experience to Work for Law Enforcement Chiefs

Commitment, experience, and the strong desire to serve the law enforcement community make Donald DeLucca the best choice for 4^th Vice President, IACP. Chief De Lucca has wide ranging experience, including leadership roles in operations and administration. In Miami Beach alone, De Lucca served in an agency of 402 sworn officers and 164 civilians and oversaw annual budgets of over $70 million. During his long career, De Lucca has consistently emphasized continued training as an important key to the most effective police work at all levels. (Read more about Chief De Lucca here)

Working for the Police Chiefs of Today and Tomorrow

The IACP has four major training and leadership goals:

• Continued commitment to state-of-the-art training programs
• Development of future leaders in law enforcement
• Increased training at the regional, national, and international levels
• Promotion of professional, ethical leadership in law enforcement

IACP Partners in the Law Enforcement Community

The IACP teams up with federal agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of Defense, and Department of State on critical national law enforcement issues. The organization also works with policy makers both in and outside of Congress to ensure the needs of police chiefs are understood. Furthermore, the IACP works with state, local, and tribal governments to help identify and address police issues and to serve as the voice of law enforcement at all levels of government. When you vote Don De Lucca IACP Fourth Vice President, you are ensuring that your voice as a law enforcement leader will be heard. (View the gallery here)

Training and Leadership Development Is One of The IACP’s Overarching Goals

One of the IACP’s major long term goals is to provide training and leadership development not only for law enforcement executives, but for law enforcement officers at all stages of their careers. In his long career in law enforcement, Donald DeLucca has shown a strong commitment to training of officers as law enforcement needs change due to demographic changes and advances in technology.

IACP Believes in Top Tier Training for a Changing Law Enforcement Landscape

As the role of police executives evolves, it also becomes increasingly complex due to changing security requirements, information collection and analysis advances, and transformation of business, social, and police environments. Law enforcement executives today must serve a diverse population and must make the absolute most of their resources to meet needs. DeLucca’s extensive experience will allow him to tackle these challenges with real solutions for real law enforcement officers.

Training the Next Generation of Chiefs of Police Is Critical Too

Today’s line officers, specialists, and commanders are tomorrows police chiefs, and the IACP believes in both online and in-classroom training opportunities that will help the next generation of chiefs of police be as effective as possible. Police leadership and management support are among today’s most pressing issues, and training opportunities for police at every level are critical to ensuring that these issues are addressed effectively. Your vote for Don De Lucca IACP Fourth Vice President is your vote of confidence in meeting the needs of this and the next generation of law enforcement leadership

The Vice President of the IACP serves a crucial role that ensures the organization’s success. The job would require someone with experience, professionalism and a genuine desire to improve law enforcement. Chief Don de Lucca exhibits these traits and more.  Here are three reasons to vote for de Lucca this election:

1. His Experience

As an IACP member since 1996 and active Chairperson of the Conference Committee since 2002, Don de Lucca has an abundant amount of experience under his belt.  His extensive professional history in law enforcement began in 1981. After serving as a police officer of the Miami Beach Police Department for almost 20 years, de Lucca became Chief de Lucca of MBPD under the appointment of Mayor Neisen Kasdin in 2001. He served as chief over 400, ensuring the peace and safety of the residents and tourists in his town.

Don de Lucca stayed in this position until 2007. He then retired and moved to the smaller town of Golden Beach, Florida, where he accepted the role of Chief of Police in 2011. Although this job was smaller, he led his officers with the same excellent direction he provided in his previous assignments. (Read about the Leadership of Chief Donald De Lucca)

2. His Endorsements

Chief Don de Lucca’s website provides a list of the endorsements he has received. They include:

• Florida Police Chiefs Association
• Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association
• Mississippi Police Chiefs Executive Board
• Connecticut Police Chiefs Association
• Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP)
• Delaware Police Chiefs Council
• New Hampshire Police Chiefs Association
• Michigan Police Chiefs Association
• Louisiana Police Chiefs Executive Board
• New Jersey Police Chiefs Association
• Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police
• New York Police Chiefs Association
• National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE)
• Missouri Police Chiefs Association
• Illinois Chiefs of Police
• Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association
• International Association of Airport & Seaport Police

These organizations are among the most prestigious in the nation, and their support adds credibility to de Lucca’s candidacy.

3. His Qualities

Chief Don de Lucca has proven to be a powerful motivating force and leader to all who have worked under him. He has served the people of Florida dutifully and protects their interests. His organizational skills prove that he can tackle any assignment no matter how big or small. He is a well-seasoned leader and law enforcer. (View the gallery here)

To learn more, visit DonDeLuccaIACP2013.com. If you want to support Don De Luccca for IACP 2013 Vice President, send an email to delucca4vp@gmail.com.