Cataracts And Glaucoma

[Jim1648]

I am sure that at least a few other people here have dealt with these issues. I found out that I have both cataracts and glaucoma. I am 58 years old. I have been prescribed eye drops to lower the pressure in the eyes. They are waiting on that before doing anything with the cataracts. For coppers, or...

[Jim1648]

When I went from uniform to civilian clothing, one of my biggest frustration was getting pants that had belt loops wide enough for a 1-3/4 inch belt. I found some, but they were not common then.

I never did get the better belts referenced above that are designed to hold a holster property....

[Jim1648]

You mention the K9 pay is slightly higher than the CSO gig. I suspect that you mean the entry level pay. What are the top ends on either one? How long does it take to get to the top end? Also, you mention benefits for the CSO gig, if you are making a decision based on those factors, look at the total...

[Jim1648]

You ultimately want to go sworn, right? Getting in with a police department now gets your foot in the door to learn more about what its all about. You will get to know people, procedures and likely start contributing to a defined benefit pension. By the way, how do the salaries compare to one another?...

[Jim1648]

I would take the CSO job, if it were offered to me. It sounds like it really ins't decision time yet, however. Do your best where you are now and IF they offer you a job as a CSO, THEN you have a decision to make.

[Jim1648]

That is an excellent reply. I should also mention that there are regional counterdrug training centers, too. While I haven't attended any of that training for many years, it was tuition free, and included meals and lodging. The cost to the officer and agency was essentially your time and travel costs....

[Jim1648]

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