KLEA News

The Kern Law Enforcement Association (KLEA) is proud to announce our continued annual support of Kern County Veterans. On Monday, November 11th, 2024, KLEA is hosting the 15th annual Veteran’s Day Breakfast.

Board Member nominations will be open on October 8, 2024. At that time, nominations will be accepted for the following positions:

Voices in support of law enforcement were heard.

Serving the communities that we all share is just a part of what these humble heroes do. Standing up for those who can not stand up for themselves is just in their blood.

Small businesses are a major contributor to the strength of our local economy. Literally, small businesses are the backbone of our local community and we appreciate your investment and hard work to make our community a great place to live and work.

There will be a Military Graveside Service to honor Dennis Clinton. It will take place at the Bakersfield National Cemetery in Arvin on Thursday, January 14th. Attendees are asked to line up in their vehicles as they arrive.

December 1st is #GivingTuesday, a day dedicated to giving back. This is the time of year when we think about all that we are thankful for this holiday season. We are thankful for each and every person out there backing the Kern Law Enforcement Association.

You hear the term, “Superhero” tossed around a lot these days. But, it isn’t often you hear of a whole family of superheroes. That’s exactly what The Wonderlys are. High school sweethearts and married for eight years, Darren and Kati’s lives were forever changed when their oldest daughter Kimber was born with Lissencephaly, a rare neurological condition in which the brain is smooth. Due to Lissencephaly, Kimber functions at about a 3 -5 month old level. She also struggles with seizures that are currently managed effectively with medication.

Nominations for Vice President and 5 Director positions opened at the September 8th, 2015 Board Meeting. Nominations will close at the conclusion of the October 13th, 2015 Board Meeting. Please stop by the KLEA office to nominate yourself or a fellow officer for the open positions.

KLEA President Marc Haiungs had the honor of delivering a $5,000 check from the Kern Law Enforcement Association to Gary Welfl of Brady’s Market as reward for the information he provided that led to the demise of accused murderer, kidnapper, and attempted murderer of two Sheriff’s Deputies, Benjamin Ashley.