Happy thanksgiving
Give Thanks
From all of us at the CBPOA, we thank everyone of our first-line emergency personnel who cannot be with their loved ones for this holiday, but are instead keeping us all safe.
chaplain's corner
The CBPOA and Prayer
Thanksgiving
Let us all who serve helping to keep our highways and byways safe,, remember the Holy Scripture when the apostle penned, "in everything give thanks..." 1 Thess. 5:18.
Indeed, we are blessed people!
Have a great Thanksgiving!
See you soon at our next quarterly meeting! -T. Wayne Price
Pastor T. Wayne Price
In addition to being the Chaplain of the CBPOA, Pastor Price is also the Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Refugio.
in memorium
San Patricio County Sheriff Leroy Moody (Ret.)
San Patricio County Sheriff Leroy Moody died November 1st after dedicating 55 years of his life to law enforcement, with 30 of those years serving as the county's sheriff.
Moody began his career as a deputy sheriff and worked his way up through the ranks over more than five decades. He served as chief deputy sheriff for 15 years before being elected sheriff in 1989, taking over from Wayne Hitt.
Moody's law enforcement career spanned 55 years total, with 53 of those years dedicated specifically to San Patricio County. He rose from deputy sheriff to chief deputy sheriff before ultimately becoming the county's top law enforcement official.
Sheriff Moody retired from law enforcement in February 2019.
Sheriff Moody was a valued and longtime member of the CBPOA, officially attaining the level of "Life Member."
On behalf of the President, Board of Directors and membership of the CBPOA, we extend our sincere condolences.
The details about funeral and cause of death are pending.
By: Shane Rackley KRIS TV Content Producer
scenes from our october 2025 meeting in goliad. thanks to goliad county sheriff roy boyd for hosting this incredible record turnout
Sheriff larry busby honored as the longest tenured sheriff in texas
make note of our next cbpoa meeting
Coming January 2026
It was officially announced that the first general membership meeting for 2026 will be hosted by the Nixon Police Department in January. The exact date and time have not been announced. Keep posted and we have more information for you by the start of January 2026.
saving a life is just a phone call away.
You Can Make A Difference
What does it take to save a life of someone being trafficked? You'll never know until you are in that spot. One important thing you can do is add this number in to your "contacts" phone numbers:
1-888-373-7888.
You can also spread the word and have others put that phone number in their phones as well. That telephone number could save a life. Do it now!
Meet your 2025 cbpoa directors
Want to Meet Your 2025 President & Directors?
Click on the "Our Directors and History" page to see our updated list.
Applications for CBPOA scholarships being accepted
Apply Now
Applications for CBPOA scholarships are being accepted for children of current CBPOA members, and who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement. To obtain an application and to see the requirements, go to the bottom of this home page and download the "Scholarship Application" and "Scholarship Requirements."
blue thunder for first responders
Their Mission
Blue Thunder is made up of TRAINED first responders (FIRE, POLICE, MEDICAL PERSONNEL) who are dedicated in helping other first responders with stress/PTSD BY offering peer-to-peer support. For more information:
Daniel Perkins, CEO
Facebook: Blu Thuder1
Website: Blue Thunder911.com
To Donate
To continue offering these vital services and expand their reach, they need your help. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps provide these essential programs and ensures that our heroes have access to the support they deserve.
The latest episode of "10-8/10-41" is now available
Chief Kevin Behr
Our guest for this podcast episode of "10-8/10-41" is Kevin Behr, Chief of Police of the Beeville Police Department.
You can catch the episode streaming on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcasts.
About Us
Serving the Coastal Bend and it's Officers Since 1966
Serving the Coastal Bend and it's Officers Since 1966
Serving the Coastal Bend and it's Officers Since 1966
"The purpose of the CBPOA shall be to promote the cooperation and understanding of all persons involved in the enforcement of laws of the State of Texas and of the United States; the continued and convenient interchange of information and training between various Federal, State and local agencies, and to conduct ourselves in a manner that
"The purpose of the CBPOA shall be to promote the cooperation and understanding of all persons involved in the enforcement of laws of the State of Texas and of the United States; the continued and convenient interchange of information and training between various Federal, State and local agencies, and to conduct ourselves in a manner that will gain the respect of those we serve and to constantly strive to improve our position.'
Scholarships
Serving the Coastal Bend and it's Officers Since 1966
Serving the Coastal Bend and it's Officers Since 1966
The Coastal Bend Peace Officers Association is responsible for awarding thousands of dollars of scholarship money each year to qualified and responsible sons and daughters of CBPOA members who wish to carry on the tradition of law enforcement and law enforcement related fields.
Our Members
Serving the Coastal Bend and it's Officers Since 1966
Our Members
Whether you help through providing meeting locations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of members like you.