The Coeur d’Alene Police Association announced today that it does not support the effort to recall Coeur d'Alene City Council members McEvers, Kennedy, Goodlander and Mayor Bloem, and that they "strongly support" the officials for their continued work on behalf of the city.

The police association consists of many long-term employees who have served with several administrations.

“These three council members along with Mayor Bloem have shown continuous, strategic support with the city budget toward public safety, and a good quality of life for all of our citizens," Rory Johnson, police association president, said in a prepared statement.

"Police officers are provided with the necessary training, technology and tactical equipment to do their day-to-day jobs as safely as possible for our citizens and officers. We are fortunate to have such skilled leadership, and grateful for their willingness to serve.”