Los Angeles, January 16, 2013 – The Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) today announced that it has endorsed City Controller Wendy Greuel for mayor.

“Wendy’s background of working in the private sector, both in a small family business and in a major studio in the entertainment industry, along with her knowledge and experience of serving our city as a Councilmember and as City Controller demonstrate that she has a strong understanding of public safety and what it takes in order keep Los Angeles safe,” said LAPPL President Tyler Izen. “Wendy recognizes the importance of putting public safety first while at the same time working on issues that people really care about, like creating jobs, fixing potholes and fighting waste, fraud and abuse in city government.”

For more information about Wendy’s campaign, please visit http://www.wendygreuel.org

Contact: Eric Rose (805) 624-0572 or Paul Haney (626) 755-4759

About the LAPPL Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 9,900 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advocacy, political action and education. The LAPPL can be found on the Web at www.LAPD.com