Our Members

Detective David Exstrom

President, Aurora Police Association

  • David Exstrom began his career with the Aurora Police Department in 2006 and has been a proud member of the Aurora Police Association (APA) from his first day on the job. Over the course of his career, he has served five years on patrol, ten years in the K-9 Unit, and four years as a detective — bringing a wealth of frontline and investigative experience to his leadership role. David is currently assigned to the Sex Crimes Unit.

    David joined the APA Board in October 2023 as a Trustee and was elected President in January 2025. His goal as President is to continue the proud history of the APA by representing the needs of its members, strengthening advocacy and due process protections, and fostering community partnerships through service and outreach.

    David sits on the Aurora Police Orphans Board as the Vice President. He coaches little league baseball  (13U Dirty Dozen), he can be found walking the golf course cheering on his daughter who plays for Eaglecrest or relaxing at home with family movie nights.

Chris Brungardt

Vice President

  • Coming soon!

Agent Tony Cancino

Past President & Trustee

  • Tony has been a police officer for 34 years, 25 years with the Aurora Police Department and Aurora Police Association and currently is an Agent in the Gun Violence Suppression Team. Tony has been a board member of the APA and the Aurora Police Charitable Foundation since 2020. Tony served as the Secretary and eventually the President of the APA and the APA Charitable Foundation from 2022-2025.

    Tony’s number one priority is to ensure that every member of the APA is represented and supported by the APA Union Board and given their due process rights.

    Tony is also very proud of the APA’s involvement in the communities of Aurora.

Sergeant Alex Eisaman

Grievance Steward

  • I have been with the Aurora Police Department since February of 2016 and have been an Aurora Police Association member since my first day on Patrol. I spend several years working District II swing shift and a Field Training Officer working District I day shift. I was assigned to the Emergency Response Team for about three years during this time. I have been an Aurora Police Explorer Advisor since February of 2017 currently fulfilling the duties of Training Advisor. I promoted to Sergeant in August of 2023. As a Sergeant I was assigned to the Discovery and Public records Unit for almost two years. I am currently assigned to the Robbery Investigative Unit. 

     I joined the Aurora Police Association Board since the beginning of 2021. Since being a board member I have held the position of Assistant Grievance Steward and Grievance Steward. I have attended a 40 hour Internal Affairs School put on by the FBI LEEDA organization. I am committed to making sure the Union membership is represented and taken care of through their disciplinary journey and or their experience with critical incidents. I want members to truly understand the process when it comes to the Department disciplinary process and feel they are being truly and fairly represented and investigated. I am passionate about the customer service the Aurora Police Association and I provide to the membership.

Officer Omar Rodriguez 

Assistant Grievance Steward 

  • I began my career with the Aurora Police Department on August 17, 2025. Over the past five years, I have proudly served in various roles, including Patrol Officer in District 1, School Resource Officer at Grandview High School, member of the Honor Guard and currently as a Field Training Officer in District 1. 

    I became a member of the Aurora Police Association (APA) and joined the APA Board in February 2025. I currently serve as the Assistant Grievance Steward. I have completed a 40 hour Internal Affairs course through the FBI LEEDA program. Since, I have had the opportunity to represent multiple members during their Internal Affairs processes in a professional and supportive capacity.

    My goal is to ensure that I am always available to support our members, just as every member of the APA Board is committed to being there for you.

Officer Tom Allen

Secretary

  • A little about me. I joined APD in 2017 as a basic. During my time with APD I have served in patrol, GIU, and the academy. All of my assignments have been such an awesome opportunity to learn and grow in this profession. 

     I am a Denver native. Born and raised in the metro area.  I attended both Thomas Jefferson High School and Littleton High School.  After graduating I joined the Army and served 8 years total as mechanic.  After leaving the Army, I worked for a couple years out at Buckley Space Force Base for Lockheed Martin as Power Plant / Chiller Plant Engineer.  I worked at both the Aerospace Data Facility and the 2nd Space Warning Missile Warning sites. I left this position to chase a career in Law Enforcement.  I am a 5th generation police officer in Colorado, which I am pretty proud of! 

     I joined the APA board as the Secretary in 2024 because I have a deep passion for taking care of my peers.  Having my voice be heard is important to me, but more importantly I want to represent our members and make sure their voices and concerns are taken seriously and in a timely fashion!  I am proud to represent this incredible organization. Reach out to me anytime for anything at all!   

Officer Tasha Ewert

Treasurer

  • Officer Tasha Ewert is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over two decades of service. She is known for her versatility, leadership, and expertise in tactical canine operations. Tasha has served on Patrol, Direct Action Response Team (DART), and is currently assigned to the K9 Unit. She consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to public safety, teamwork, and professional excellence.

    Career Highlights

    Patrol Division:

    Officer Ewert began her career as a patrol officer, responding to a wide range of calls varying from routine incidents to complex high-risk situations. She honed her crisis management strategies and built a strong foundation in law enforcement investigative operations.

    Burglary Investigation Group:

    Served as an Investigator in the Burglary Investigation Group (BIG), specializing in organized pattern property criminal investigations. Officer Ewert conducted comprehensive casework, collaborated with unit detectives, and contributed to a significant reduction in local burglary rates through proactive strategies and successful suspect apprehensions.

    Direct Action Response Team (DART):

    Officer Ewert was also assigned to DART, where she focused on eradicating pattern street crime, assisting with tactical interventions, and rapid responses to preemptive critical incidents. Officer Ewert excelled in high-pressure environments, demonstrating exceptional situational awareness and meticulous decision-making processes.

    K9 Unit:

    Officer Ewert transitioned to the K9 Unit, where she partnered with and instructed police service dogs.

    Her areas of expertise include specific odor detection and suspect apprehension. Her passion and dedication led to increased unit readiness and enhanced departmental capabilities. She is a certified K9 trainer with advanced skills in obedience, scent detection, and tactical deployment.

    K9 Head Trainer (Current Role):

    Assigned as the K9 Units Lead Trainer, Officer Ewert oversees training, certification, and the well-being of all K9 teams within the department. She develops advanced training programs, mentors new handlers, and ensures the unit maintains the highest standards of operational readiness.

    Aurora Police Association (2013–Present):

    Officer Ewert is a dedicated board member of the Aurora Police Association since 2013. Officer Ewert tirelessly advocates for the rights, benefits, safety, and well-being of all department members. She remains passionately committed to supporting her fellow officers and strengthening the department’s internal community.

Officer Wesley Weide

Trustee

  • I have been with the Aurora Police Department since March of 2021. I have been a member of the Aurora Police Association since June of 2025 and joined the board shortly afterwards. I have spent my career working District 1 Patrol on Dayshift and am currently assigned as a Field Training Officer. I have been an Aurora Police Explorer Advisor since March of 2023 and was previously an Explorer for the same program from 2016-2020.