Omaha Police Welfare and Benefit Association
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What is the benefit amount for beneficiaries if a member dies in the line of duty?

  • $5,000.00
  • $2,000.00
  • $1,500.00
  • $3,000.00 (correct)

    • Under what condition may the Board of Directors provide early payment for members?

  • If the member has less than twenty years of membership (correct)
  • Only if the member has over twenty years of membership
  • Only if the member requests it expressly
  • Automatically for all members regardless of membership duration

    • What must members submit to request financial assistance due to hardship?

  • Application forms obtained from the Board of Directors (correct)
  • Informal letters detailing their situation
  • No formal submission is required
  • Documents proving their financial status

    • Which of the following is NOT an OPWBA designated event?

    <p>Annual charity run for local nonprofits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the OPWBA grants and awards need to meet for approval by the Board of Directors?

    <p>The purpose defined in OPWBA’s Constitution and Bylaws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When members fall into financial hardship, which entity evaluates their request for financial assistance?

    <p>The OPWBA Board of Directors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for OPWBA leadership to use OPD logos, badges, and images?

    <p>Contact with the OPD Public Information Office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the recipients of a deceased member’s health and wellness benefit if the member has been killed in the line of duty?

    <p>They receive the death benefit instead of any health benefit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Omaha Police Welfare and Benefit Association?

    <p>To promote harmonious cooperation with the Omaha Police Department and support members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for receiving the Wellness Benefit from the OPWBA?

    <p>Members must be in good standing for at least twenty years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the Board of Directors for the OPWBA structured?

    <p>It is made up of eleven sworn police officers elected by general membership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial sources sustain the OPWBA?

    <p>Membership dues, investments, and merchandise sales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum payout for the Wellness Benefit an OPWBA member can receive?

    <p>$3000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stipulation is associated with the branding symbols of the OPD for the OPWBA?

    <p>They are authorized for use by the OPWBA as an affiliate organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the membership eligibility for the OPWBA?

    <p>All sworn officers within the OPD are eligible for membership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For how long do members serve on the Board of Directors of the OPWBA?

    <p>Two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Omaha Police Welfare and Benefit Association (OPWBA)

    • OPWBA is a 501(c)(4) entity, supporting Omaha Police officers and their families
    • Purpose: Preserve officer integrity, foster cooperation with the police department, promote health/recreation/social activities, improve public relations, and conduct other lawful activities
    • OPWBA is an affiliate of the Omaha Police Department (OPD) and authorized to use its symbols
    • Membership eligibility: All sworn OPD officers
    • Funding: Dues, investments, merchandise sales
    • Enrolment: Contact a Board Director and complete a membership application
    • Governance: 11 elected officer members form the Board of Directors, serving two-year terms.
    • Wellness Benefit: Paid to members with 20+ years of membership, potentially up to $100/year, maximum $3000. Members with fewer years may receive early payment at the board's discretion
    • Death Benefit: $3000 for officers killed in the line of duty, regardless of years of membership. This is in addition to any other potential benefit.
    • Other benefits:
      • Financial assistance: Available to struggling members via submitted applications. Approved by the board of directors
      • Funds for designated events including annual summer picnics, fall Vala's events, and Officer's Balls.
    • Awards and Grants: Board may grant awards and grants to organizations/individuals who align with OPWBA's stated aims as per constitution and bylaws
    • Branding: OPWBA can use OPD logos, badges, and images, contacting the Public Information Office for current materials.

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    Learn about the Omaha Police Welfare and Benefit Association (OPWBA), which supports OPD officers and their families. This quiz covers the association's purpose, membership eligibility, governance, and benefits provided to its members. Test your knowledge and understanding of this important police support organization.

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