About Us
The Honorary Colonels Association is made up of engaged citizens, leaders, and business owners with a desire to strengthen the community through increasing a positive relationship between the public and the police department.
About Us
The South Salt Lake Honorary Colonels Association has four main objectives:
Promote a positive relationship between the police and the community.
Raise funds for Police Department needs.
Render aid to police families in times of need.
Facilitate educational events and forums.
The Chief of Police and the governing board of the Association representing its members dictate the initiatives and direction of the Association.
Our Mission
The South Salt Lake Honorary Colonels provides community service and supports the goals and objectives of the police department. The Colonels are made up of prominent business people, educators, and community leaders that provide significant insight into the needs of the department and community.
The Colonels render aid to police families in times of need, coordinate educational programs, raise funds for special programs and events, facilitate problem solving forums, and react appropriately to developing matters in which the organizations opinion would be valuable.
Executive Board
Fred Conlon
Chair
John Hollberg
Vice Chair
Orrin Colby
Treasurer
Matthew Sims
Secretary
Board of Directors
Jerry Blackburn
Board Member
Albert Woodmansee
Board Member
Sean Marchant
Board Member
Bettie Taylor
Board Member
Jim Beck
Board Member
Gary Sandberg
Board Member
Jonathan Hertel
Board Member
Craig Wilson
Board Member
Dave Durocher
Board Member
Robyn Sims
Board Member
South Salt Lake Police Department Leadership
Left to Right
Patrol Lieutenant Mike McNaughton
Deputy Chief Dwayne Ruth
Police Chief Jack Carruth
Patrol Liutenant Gregg Carlson
Investigations Lieutenant Jim Anderson
Become a Member Today!
Membership Criteria
- High moral character and integrity with ideals and philosophies in keeping with the purposes of the South Salt Lake Police Honorary Colonels’ Association. Members will not ask for nor expect special consideration by members of the South Salt Lake Police Department for his or her own personal benefit.
- Freedom from any background or associations that might be or become an embarrassment to the Association, South Salt Lake Police Department, or the City of South Salt Lake.
- Have a sincere desire to participate in improving the community through strengthening the relationship between the police department and the public.
- Affiliation with the City, County, or State government, a political group, a business, or a particular church is not a requirement. The interest is whether the member can and will assist the South Salt Lake Police Honorary Colonels’ Association with its various responsibilities and functions.
- Residency in South Salt Lake City is not a requirement. The interest is what the individual can contribute to the Association, not where they live.
Membership Procedures
- Fill out the attached Membership Application
- Complete a BCI background check (paid for by the individual)
- Email application to southsaltlakehonorarycolonels@gmail.com
- The prospective member will be presented and approved by the board of directors.
- Once approved by the board of directors, the new individual member will pay annual dues of $200 to the Association. Business members pay annual dues of $1000. No leader or member of the South Salt Lake Honorary Colonels Association receives financial compensation. All donations are used for the support of the South Salt Lake Police Department and the growth of the Honorary Colonels Association.
- The new member will receive a new member packet, t-shirt, and information on how they can become involved.
- Members are expected to promote a positive image of the police department, encourage others to become members, and participate on a committee where possible.
Membership Benefits
- Interaction with police department leadership and officers.
- Build relationships with other Honorary Colonels.
- All members receive a certificate, t-shirt, and updates and messages from the Police Chief.
- Business members receive a plaque, business recognition, and participation in special events.
- Participate in activities such as swearing in new officers, police BBQs, motorcycle rides, and ride-alongs with officers.
- Participate in the annual Membership Banquet.
- Paricipate in creating a positive relationship between the Police Department and the community.
- Participate in building a safer community for citizens and police officers.
Membership Application
Fill out the application for HERE.
How to Reach Us!
P.O. Box 65362
Salt Lake City, UT 84165
Your donation is tax deductible!
Tax ID#: 82-1065241
