THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Wednesday, February 8, 1995 TAG: 9502070096
SECTION: VIRGINIA BEACH BEACON PAGE: 03 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: Close-Up
LENGTH: Medium: 63 lines
When Salem High students see police Capt. M.E. Beane in the building it doesn't mean trouble. It might mean he's just stopped by for lunch. Or, is visiting with students or teachers.
Beane, commanding officer of the 4th Precinct in Kempsville, is on a mission to promote good relations between kids and cops in the schools in his precinct. ``We try to stop by on a daily basis,'' he said. ``If they see a police car it doesn't necessarily mean there's a problem. But if there is a problem, there can be a quick response.''
Salem students recently showed their appreciation in a big way. They signed a ``thank you for keeping us safe'' banner - a bed sheet - which now hangs in Beane's office.
Full name: Melton E. Beane.
Hometown: Norfolk.
What brought you to the Beach? 1955 Chevrolet.
Birthdate: Jan. 1. Many, many years ago.
Occupation: Commanding officer of the 4th Police Precinct in Kempsville and criminal justice instructor at Tidewater Community College, retired colonel U.S. Army Reserve.
Nickname: Mickey.
Marital status: Married almost 36 years to the same person, Margaret.
Children: Son Michael, daughter Debbie, son-in-law Randy Koger and two beautiful granddaughters, Faith and Joy.
What is your idea of a perfect day off? Spending the day in Williamsburg.
Last smart thing you did: Listened to good advice.
Last dumb thing you did: Showed up for a meeting on the wrong day.
Favorite meal: Pasta and seafood.
Favorite movies: ``Forrest Gump.''
Favorite song: ``Wind Beneath My Wings.''
Last book read: The Bible and ``Leaders'' by Bennis and Nanus.
Hobbies: City of Virginia Beach Toastmasters Club, Optimist (Kempsville Club) and working in my yard.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Be more sensitive to the needs of others.
If you could change one thing about your spouse, what would it be? After 35 years? Nothing.
Secret vice: Desserts (all kinds).
Favorite restaurant: Pungo Place and Chris, the Street Cook.
Your favorite night on the town: Great dinner and movie.
Favorite TV shows: ``Star Trek, Next Generation.''
Favorite sport: No special one.
Last vacation: Seattle, Wash.
Pets: Dog named Runner and cat named Simba.
Worst job: Working the loading dock, which lasted three days.
Of what achievements are you most proud? Instructing and expanding Tidewater Community College's Criminal Justice Program at the naval base.
What would you like as your epitaph? He was a fair person. ILLUSTRATION: Staff photo by MORT FRYMAN
by CNB