100 Club Newsletter
Posted May 24, 2025
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Updated March 9, 2026
Here's a copy of our latest newsletter:
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Posted July 12, 2025
Save the Date: Our 2026 Annual Banquet
Our next 100 Club annual banquet will be held on Thursday April 23rd 2026 at the Arch Ray Resort on East Highway 290. Your invitation and all the details were mailed out the week of March 16, 2026. Please note the change of venue for 2026.
If you have not yet returned your RSVP card and wish to attend, please call 830-733-7435 to see if there are any remaining seats.
If you have not yet returned your RSVP card and wish to attend, please call 830-733-7435 to see if there are any remaining seats.
Posted April 15, 2026
Coffee With A Cop
The Fredericksburg Police Department invites the community to join officers for “Coffee with a Cop” on Wednesday, April 29th at The Pharmacy, 248 East Main Street, from 7:30 am to 9:00 am.
Coffee with a Cop provides a relaxed and informal setting where community members can meet local officers, ask questions, share concerns, and get to know the men and women who serve and protect Fredericksburg.
There is no agenda or speeches, just an opportunity to enjoy coffee, conversation, and connection. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information about the FPD Community Outreach Program, contact Alyssa Rivera at 830-997-7585.
Coffee with a Cop provides a relaxed and informal setting where community members can meet local officers, ask questions, share concerns, and get to know the men and women who serve and protect Fredericksburg.
There is no agenda or speeches, just an opportunity to enjoy coffee, conversation, and connection. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information about the FPD Community Outreach Program, contact Alyssa Rivera at 830-997-7585.
Posted March 22, 2026
McDonald's Good Friday
Sergeant Brad McNair and Deputy Hunter Bibb of the Sheriff's Office and Sergeant Victor Martinez of the Fredericksburg Police Department share stories from their respective law enforcement duties with Kevin Mazzu, owner operator of McDonald's in Fredericksburg during the annual Good Friday fundraiser from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm benefiting the 100 Club of Gillespie County. Ten percent of all lunch sales will be donated to our Club. Since 2001, McDonald's has donated over $500,000 to the various 100 Club organizations in the Greater San Antonio area.
Posted March 16, 2026
Bulletproof Cars for the Fredericksburg Police Department
The 2025/2026 Fredericksburg Police Department budget approved the purchase of seven new patrol cars. During their March meeting, your 100 Club board approved retrofitting these seven patrol cars with bulletproof doors and glass at a total cost of $72,917.60. These cars will be delivered in May and June.
Posted February 16, 2026
AEDs Purchased for Four Patrol Cars
Your 100 Club has just completed the purchase of four Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) for our Gillespie County Game Wardens and Cattle Ranger. These will be carried in their patrol vehicles for use when responding to vehicular accidents and medical emergencies.
The total cost of the four defibrillators was $8,000. This was part of a 36 defibrillator purchase, the other 32 being sponsored by the Fredericksburg Nimitz Rotary Club and Create Healthy.
Catherine Kuhlmann, Fredericksburg EMS Department, supervised the purchase and held training sessions in the correct use of the AEDs.
The total cost of the four defibrillators was $8,000. This was part of a 36 defibrillator purchase, the other 32 being sponsored by the Fredericksburg Nimitz Rotary Club and Create Healthy.
Catherine Kuhlmann, Fredericksburg EMS Department, supervised the purchase and held training sessions in the correct use of the AEDs.
Posted December 9, 2025
Let’s Brag About Our 100 Club
Typically, non-profits spend about 10% of their donations on administrative costs. THIS IS NOT THE CASE WITH YOUR 100 CLUB.
100% OF MEMBERSHIP FEES, GRANTS, AND DONATIONS ARE ALLOCATED TO OUR LAW ENFORCEMENT BENEFIT FUND. NONE IS USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE OVERHEAD.
-Storage Unit ($1,200 per year)
-Website Registration and Hosting (about $300 per year)
-100 Club Board Members' Liability Insurance ($2,470 per year)
-100 Club General Liability Insurance ($2,310 per year)
Donation boxes located in prominent businesses around Fredericksburg cover most of these recurring expenses. Donations made during the annual banquet make up for any shortcomings.
100% OF MEMBERSHIP FEES, GRANTS, AND DONATIONS ARE ALLOCATED TO OUR LAW ENFORCEMENT BENEFIT FUND. NONE IS USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE OVERHEAD.
- All board members are volunteers. We rely totally on volunteer staff. There are no paid administrators.
- We minimize our overhead. Our only recurring expenses are:
-Storage Unit ($1,200 per year)
-Website Registration and Hosting (about $300 per year)
-100 Club Board Members' Liability Insurance ($2,470 per year)
-100 Club General Liability Insurance ($2,310 per year)
Donation boxes located in prominent businesses around Fredericksburg cover most of these recurring expenses. Donations made during the annual banquet make up for any shortcomings.
Posted December 17, 2025
Where Are Our Donation Boxes?
The majority of our 100 Club administration costs, listed in the news item above, are covered by proceeds from donation boxes located in prominent businesses around Fredericksburg. We are very grateful to the following establishments for adopting one of our donation boxes. Please show your appreciation by patronizing these businesses.
Our 100 Club member Donna Herrera collects deposits from these donation boxes each month. The 100 Club board is very grateful for her efforts in supporting our club.
Our 100 Club member Donna Herrera collects deposits from these donation boxes each month. The 100 Club board is very grateful for her efforts in supporting our club.
- Ace Hardware, 1102 East Main Street
- Allens Boots, 131 East Main Street
- Big 103, 11905 US-290 East
- Campo Azul, 413 South Washington Street
- Halftime Gas East, 1110 East Main Street
- Halftime Gas West, 528 West Main Street
- KNS Precision Inc., 112 Marschall Creek Road
- Kwikchek, 1001 TX-16 South
- Segners Jewelers, 236 West Main Street
- Texas Jacks, 117 North Adams Street
- Wildseed Farms, 100 Legacy Drive, US-290 East
Updated March 2, 2026
K-9 Patrol Vehicles for our Sheriff’s Office
In 2025, your 100 Club purchased three K-9 conversion kits for three new Sheriff’s Office patrol cars at a cost of $23,487. In February of 2026, one additional conversion kit has been purchased, costing $9,715. Upon delivery, each patrol shift will have a K-9 unit.
These kits replace the back seats and provide supplemental air conditioning, food and water, and a remotely controlled door that the deputy can use to release the dog in case of an emergency.
These kits replace the back seats and provide supplemental air conditioning, food and water, and a remotely controlled door that the deputy can use to release the dog in case of an emergency.
Updated March 28, 2026
AACOG Officer Certification Academy Scholarships
When any agency recruits an officer who is new to law enforcement, the officer must attend the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) Law Enforcement Academy in San Antonio to become certified. The cost of attending is $4,000.
During their February meeting, the 100 Club board approved scholarships for all new 2026 Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office and Fredericksburg Police Department recruits requiring certification.
During their February meeting, the 100 Club board approved scholarships for all new 2026 Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office and Fredericksburg Police Department recruits requiring certification.
Updated April 17, 2026
100 Club Membership Status Report
Here’s the makeup of your 100 Club memberships as of April 17th, 2026:
Your 100 Club Board is proud of the fact that 100% of all membership fees is credited to the Benefit Account. Funds in the Benefit Account are used solely for programs and equipment that benefit our law enforcement agencies that operate in Gillespie County.
Note in the table above there are very few business members. If you have any friends who have businesses in Gillespie County, please encourage them to become a 100 Club member.
Posted February 12, 2025
Leaving Town For A While?
Are you heading out of town for several days, perhaps for a vacation, and worried about leaving your home unattended?
If you live within Fredericksburg's City limits, you can ask the Police Department to make periodic checks on your home. This is a free service that can help protect your home while you're away. To schedule "RESIDENCE CHECKS", complete and submit this online form:
If you live within Fredericksburg's City limits, you can ask the Police Department to make periodic checks on your home. This is a free service that can help protect your home while you're away. To schedule "RESIDENCE CHECKS", complete and submit this online form:
Posted February 11, 2025
Recruiting New 100 Club Members
We need your help in recruiting new 100 Club members. Have you spoken with your family and friends about the many ways your 100 Club supports our local law enforcement agencies? Annual membership is only $100 and all members are invited free of charge to our annual banquet. Business and lifetime memberships are also available. Please check our web page BECOME A MEMBER for more details.
Our 100 Club is proud of the fact that 100% of all membership dues are deposited in our benefit fund. This fund is earmarked for purchasing supplemental insurance for our commissioned officers, for providing scholarships for new officer recruits, and for other programs and equipment that directly benefit the various law enforcement agencies assigned to Gillespie County.
All 100 Club board members, including our Treasurer, are unpaid volunteers. We pay for administrative costs such as newsletter copying and distribution, stationery, postage, etc. using miscellaneous contributions such as those from the donation boxes located in prominent businesses in Gillespie County.
Our 100 Club is proud of the fact that 100% of all membership dues are deposited in our benefit fund. This fund is earmarked for purchasing supplemental insurance for our commissioned officers, for providing scholarships for new officer recruits, and for other programs and equipment that directly benefit the various law enforcement agencies assigned to Gillespie County.
All 100 Club board members, including our Treasurer, are unpaid volunteers. We pay for administrative costs such as newsletter copying and distribution, stationery, postage, etc. using miscellaneous contributions such as those from the donation boxes located in prominent businesses in Gillespie County.
Posted November 19, 2024
Topic of Interest - Fredericksburg's Teen Court
In September 2024, the City of Fredericksburg’s Presiding Municipal Judge Shelley Becker established a Teen Court. Teenagers who have pled guilty or no contest to minor infractions, including Class C misdemeanors, can refer their sentencing to Teen Court.
Teen Court comprises high school volunteers who act as prosecutors, defense attorneys, jurors and bailiffs. Adult volunteers include professional attorneys who provide legal guidance to the teen attorneys, jury facilitators who manage the jury process, and coordinators who oversee volunteer activities. Judge Becker presides over the proceedings.
After the prosecutor and defense attorney have questioned the defendant and any witnesses, the jury deliberates and announces their verdict. Jurors determine sentencing that can include community service, educational classes, and jury service. No monetary fines are imposed.
Defendants must have a parent or guardian present. Teen Court is a legally binding justice system for teenage offenders. It provides alternative consequences for youths who have committed minor infractions rather than receiving a permanent mark on their record. Teen Court promotes accountability and community engagement and provides an excellent opportunity for high school students to become familiar with court proceedings.
Anyone can attend Teen Court as an observer. All proceedings are held in the Municipal Courtroom, 103 Industrial Loop Suite 1000, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624. Call 830-997-9935 for the upcoming Teen Court schedule.
Teen Court comprises high school volunteers who act as prosecutors, defense attorneys, jurors and bailiffs. Adult volunteers include professional attorneys who provide legal guidance to the teen attorneys, jury facilitators who manage the jury process, and coordinators who oversee volunteer activities. Judge Becker presides over the proceedings.
After the prosecutor and defense attorney have questioned the defendant and any witnesses, the jury deliberates and announces their verdict. Jurors determine sentencing that can include community service, educational classes, and jury service. No monetary fines are imposed.
Defendants must have a parent or guardian present. Teen Court is a legally binding justice system for teenage offenders. It provides alternative consequences for youths who have committed minor infractions rather than receiving a permanent mark on their record. Teen Court promotes accountability and community engagement and provides an excellent opportunity for high school students to become familiar with court proceedings.
Anyone can attend Teen Court as an observer. All proceedings are held in the Municipal Courtroom, 103 Industrial Loop Suite 1000, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624. Call 830-997-9935 for the upcoming Teen Court schedule.
