WHO:
Los Angeles Police Department’s Chief of Police Martin H. Pomeroy, United States Army’s Recruitment Commander Brigadier General Negrete, LAPD Captain Richard A. Webb, LAPD Recruitment Personnel

WHAT:
A Ceremonial Signing and LAPD Recruitment Announcement of the Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) Program

WHEN:
Wednesday, October 16, 2002
2:30 p.m.

WHERE:
Los Angeles Police Department Parker Center
150 North Los Angeles Street (In front of building)

Los Angeles: The Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) is a recruiting initiative developed by the United States Army Recruiting Command to appeal to young people interested in obtaining a quality civilian job after serving in the Army.

This unique program is part of the Army’s effort to partner with America’s industry and re-connect America with the Army. The intent of the PaYS program is to provide an additional recruiting incentive to increase the Army’s ability to man the force. Having a job with a leading employer using a skill learned in the Army makes the PaYS program attractive to young people.

The Los Angeles Police Department has agreed to provide preferred hiring status to qualified soldiers who participate in the PaYS Program. The LAPD recognizes the importance of employee development and recruitment, and through the partnership enacted by the ceremonial agreement, the PaYS Program and the LAPD look forward to a concerted effort of personnel development.

This Media Advisory was prepared by Public Information Officer Jack Richter, Media Relations Section, 213-485-3586.