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Law
Enforcement Training Advisory Commission
3171
Greenhead Drive, Suite B Office
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Law
Enforcement Training Advisory Commission
3171
Greenhead Drive, Suite B Office
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STAFF
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MTU
#10 Director:
Ellen L. Petty
director@letac.org
Ms. Petty began working for MTU #10 in March of 1991 as the Administrative Assistant, when the office was located at the Jacksonville Municipal Building. In August of 1991, the office moved to the IL Sheriffs' Association building in Sherman, IL. Then in June of 2005, it moved again to Farragut Drive in Springfield. Finally, in June of 2008, the office moved to its current location on Greenhead Drive in Springfield, combining the MTU and IROCC offices. In the new location, the MTU has its own on-site training facility for the first time. Ellen was promoted to the Director's position in 2005, upon the retirement of the previous Director. Ellen was born in Pittsfield and grew up in Jacksonville, attending Jacksonville High School and Illinois College. She now resides in New Berlin with her two wonderful children. Ellen is the very proud mother of of an intelligent, beautiful daughter who attends New Berlin High School and a brilliant, gorgeous son who attends New Berlin Elementary School. She also spoils one ill-behaved mixed-breed dog, and too many lazy, shedding cats. In her spare time (which is a precious rare commodity these days), she enjoys going to Lake Jacksonville with her boyfriend and lazing about by the camper or on the boat, soaking up sunshine, listening to anything from Mozart to Metallica (her current favorite is Jimmy Buffett), and having a glass of wine. She also enjoys reading non-fiction, self-help, and motivational books, dining out and otherwise socializing with friends and family. Ellen is thrilled with all of the recent changes in the office, including the new staff. She is excited to see the future successes which come from working with such a fantastic team. Everyone in the new little LETAC family makes coming to work in the morning a true pleasure, both personally and professionally. |
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MTU #10 Administrative
Assistant: Sandra G. Bridges sandy@letac.org Mrs. Bridges started working for MTU #10 on August 4, 2008. Sandy worked for MTU #10 nine years prior as a part-time secretary and is happy to return as the full-time Administrative Assistant. Sandy graduated from Auburn High School, Lincoln Land Community College, and attended Sangamon State University. She is married to Commander Mark Bridges of the Springfield Police Department and they celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on January 1, 2009. Sandy loves her family. Her daughter is married and living in Auburn with her husband. Her son plays high school football and baseball and is now in his Sophomore year at Springfield High. Sandy claims her free time is used up at her children's activities and caring for her two dogs, Jac & Sweetie, but admits she would not have it any other way. Sandy is a ray of sunshine in the office and never has an unkind word to say about anyone. She's conscientious, hard-working, and dedicated as well, which makes her an absolute joy to work with. |
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MTU #10 Part-Time
Officer Basic Training Program Coordinator: Dan
Ryan ptbasic@letac.org Officer Dan Ryan began working as MTU #10's Part-Time Officer Basic Training Program Coordinator in November 2003. Prior to that, Dan served as the previous Coordinator's Assistant, starting in July 1999 with Class #4 of the Part-Time Basic Training Program, after graduating from Class #3 in April of that same year, while working part-time for Pleasant Plains Police Department. Mr. Ryan is now the full-time Assistant Chief for the Leland Grove Police Department, and also works part-time as a night-time security guard. As MTU #10's Part-Time Basic Training Coordinator, Dan has seen the program progress from using computer workstations with VHS tapes, to the current system which allows students to access all computer training via the Internet and complete their training online from anywhere. He was presented with his 10 Year Service Award at the conclusion of Class #16 of the PT Basic Training. Dan lives in Rochester with his wonderful wife Shannon, a homemaker, and their four gorgeous, well-behaved children. Dan works hard to keep the Part-Time Program running smoothly with only minimal assistance from the office, and although he's not in the MTU office a great deal, he's still a very important part of our office family. |
| IROCC Program Coordinator:
This position is currently vacant. |
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IROCC Administrative
Manager: Jennette Jones jennette@letac.org Jennette began working for IROCC on September 22, 2008. She is a transplant to Central Illinois. Having grown up in Central California, she moved here when she was 18 years old. Ms. Jones graduated from Sangamon State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications and has worked in some field related to communications ever since. Prior to coming to IROCC, Jennette worked for Kerasotes Theaters in Springfield for over 10 years, both in the office, and as a Theater Manager. She is happily single and has a 5 year old son who is a handsome dude, and is smart, funny, and very articulate for his age. He loves Thomas the Tank Engine, Spider-Man, and Iron Man. Jennette enjoys spending time with family and friends and anything that has to do with theatre. In her spare time she enjoys reading, attending live theatre events, learning new things, and exploring the world through the eyes of a 5 year old. She also enjoys singing, dancing, and acting, and is looking forward to getting back into those things once her son gets a little bit older. She is thrilled to be part of the IROCC team and is looking forward to the continued growth of the program under the guidance of the great team here at MTU #10. Jennette has come to fit right in with her creativity, dedication, and bubbly personality. She has been given a great deal to learn in a very short time and has met the challenge with impressive results. |
 | IROCC Product Manager: Ernie Ashby ernie@letac.org Ernie began working for IROCC on August 24, 2009. He was born in Springfield and grew up in Pawnee, attending Pawnee High School. Mr. Ashby worked as a manager at Kerasotes Theaters for five years until leaving for college. He attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, graduating in May 2008 with his Bachelor of Arts in photography. While attending school, Ernie worked full time at WSIU Public Broadcasting. There, he received two student awards, the WSIU Student Service Award and the Lee O’Brien Student of the Year Award. After finishing school, Ernie returned home in 2009. Ernie loves to travel and see new places. His photography usually focuses on his travels. Ernie has had the opportunity to exhibit two photos at the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mt. Vernon, IL. In May 2008, he presented his senior exhibit, entitled Travel. For this exhibit, Ernie photographed his solo travels throughout the semester, which included visiting nineteen states. In 2000, Ernie earned the rank of Eagle Scout with Boy Scouts of America. Being active in Boy Scouts has made Ernie appreciate camping and the outdoors. A future goal of his is to hike the complete Appalachian Trail. Ernie has a very spoiled yellow long-haired cat named Yoga Kitty. He is very smart and loves to play fetch. Yoga is also quite comfortable sitting on Ernie’s shoulder as he walks around the house. Ernie is IROCC's newest employee and we are happy to welcome him to our little family. |
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