What Is MDMA? (aka Ecstasy or Molly)“Ecstasy” and "Molly" are slang terms for MDMA, short for 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, a name that’s nearly as long as the all-night parties where MDMA is often used. That's why MDMA has been called a “club drug.” It has effects similar to those of other stimulants, and it often makes the person feel like everyone is his or her friend, even when that’s not the case.MDMA is man-made—it doesn't come from a plant like marijuana or tobacco do. Other che...

During the month of December, individual officers and the Union as a group, donated numerous Christmas gifts for less fortunate children in the adjacent city of East Palo Alto.On Sunday December 22, Palo Alto Police Department officers accompanied the Palo Alto Police Department Chaplain to Christmas service and assisted in distributing toys to 100 children in need. Assisting in this event for us is one of the reasons why we are thankful to be able help those in our community by sharing in ...

Dear Supporters of the PAPOA, We encourage you to take a moment to view one of our favorite voice narrations below, by Paul Harvey, "The Policeman" depicting the internal as well as external struggles of living life "on duty".  Please go to our Facebook page to show your support by liking our page.  Here you will be able to stay informed on all the going on within our community. PAPOA Facebook.Thank You again for your support!The Palo Alto Police Officers' Association