News and Events

Save the Date for ALDONYS Awards Dinner!

The annual ALDONYS Awards Dinner will be held on November 6, 2010 at the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers. At this year’s event, John M. Beck, ALDONYS Past President, will be recognized with the Eugene R. Fink Memorial Award. Theresa Balfe, ALDONYS Vice President of Investigations, will be awarded the Investigator of the Year. Tickets for this event are $150.00 per person or $1,500.00 for a table of 10. For more information on sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please contact David Zeldin, ALDONYS 2010 Dinner/Dance Chairman at ALDONYSDINNER@gmail.com or 516-442-3164.



Keep up with the latest industry issues with the June edition of ALDONYS Spotlight

The June 2010 ALDONYS Spotlight is now available online. Click on the link in the ALDONYS Spotlight section on the home page to download a copy and keep up to date on issues facing the security industry. The June newsletter contains information on the Vernon Downs Educational Seminar, recent legislative changes, iThreat's cybertools, and dealing with child pornography.



ALDONYS Regional Meeting Attracts TV News Coverage

NBC news affiliate WKTV in Utica was on hand to cover the May 6 ALDONYS regional meeting in Vernon Downs that focused on cold case files, including the 1985 murder of Kimberly Simon. Click here to read the story and watch the newscast.



Stay Connected with the ALDONYS Member Forum

Your ALDONYS member includes access to our ALDONYS Member Forum.  This is a great resource for sharing information, finding/posting employment opportunities and communicating with others in the industry. To access the member forum, log on to the member's section and click the "read the forums" link in
the Membership Forum section.  



Check Out the Latest Issue of Spotlight

Here is a run down of what you will find in the recent issue of Spotlight, located in the Members Only section:



Security Guard Training Program Non-Refundable Fees Now in Effect

On December 1, 2009, non-refundable fees became effective for the approval and renewal of security guard training schools and certification and renewal of certification of security guard instructors. Payment for the fees must be submitted wtih all initial and renewal Security Guard School and Instructor Applications. This pdf file provides more specific details and the fee schedule (http://www.aldonys.org/files/SecurityGuardSchoolFeesMemo.pdf).  



Are you prepared for a flu pandemic?

Find important information about how you can prepare your business for an influenza pandemic. A key brochure and checklist is available in the Members Only Resources section.



The Mechanic Group Introduces New Program

The Mechanic Group announces a new Security Guard, PI and Alarm/Electronic Security Umbrella Program. Highlights of this program, offered with Crum & Forster, include: admitted program, higher carrier rating (AM Best Rating: A; XII), limits of up to $10 million (with higher limits available, if needed), and competitive pricing. To learn more, visit the Mechanic Group at http://www.mechanicgroup.com/?gclid=COmbpNuPxJwCFSG1sgodzlyWCA.



Senator Skelos Took the Floor at August 11 General Membership Meeting

Forest Hills, N.Y., August 17 — Senator Dean Skelos, a long-time supporter of the Associated Licensed Detectives of New York State (ALDONYS), took the floor at the organization's general membership meeting. The meeting took place on August 11 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Westbury Manor in Westbury, N.Y.



New Employer's Report of Work Related Injury or Illness Guidelines Effective Immediately

Effective January 1, 2009, a new Employer’s Report of Work Related Injury or Illness (Form C2) must be filed with the New York Workers' Compensation Board within 10 days notice of injury. Failure to submit the correct, or any, form as prescribed can lead to hefty fines.  

A new form, Form C-2 (9-08 or 10-08 version), must now be used when submitting workers' compensation claims.  Those employers who do not use the new form or neglect to submit a form at all within 10 days after the accident will be penalized with a fine imposed by the Workers' Compensation Board.

In other words, if an employer refuses or neglects to complete Form C-2 (9-08 or 10-08 version) and/or to file the form with the Board within 10 days after the accident, it will be fined by the Board. See the Workers' Compensation Board for forms and more details: www.wcb.state.ny.us.



Interested in becoming a licensed investigator?

Click here to visit the New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services http://www.dos.state.ny.us/LCNS/licensing.html.



Queens District Attorney Richard Brown Swears in New ALDONYS Officers for 2009-10

NEW YORK – Robert S. Tucker, Chairman and CEO of T&M Protection Resources, was sworn in as president of the Associated Licensed Detectives of New York State (ALDONYS) on February 26, 2009. Queens County District Attorney Richard A. Brown conducted the swearing-in ceremony for Tucker and other incoming officials at Marchi’s restaurant in Manhattan.

Also installed as officers for 2009-2010 were Theresa Balfe of Balfe Investigations, vice president of Investigations; Mario Doyle of BuildingStar, vice president of security; Nick Himonidis of NGH Associates, secretary; and Lisa Dolan of Securit, treasurer. Newly installed regional directors were Kevin Mulligan of Mulligan Security, Bob Auletta of Summit Security, and Anthony Strollo of Independent Investigations.

“The objective of ALDONYS is to increase the public perception and understanding of the vital role our industry plays in safeguarding the people, businesses and critical infrastructure of New York,” said Tucker, who previously served as vice president of security for ALDONYS.

ALDONYS represents licensed security guard and private investigation firms and an estimated 141,000 guards registered in the state. As former chairman of its Security Guard Committee, Tucker expanded the scope and resources of the organization to support lobbying efforts on behalf of the security industry. “Among my goals during the next two years is to engage and partner with law makers and law enforcement to ensure that our organization continues to effectively represent an industry that protects our citizens,” Tucker said.

Tucker formerly served as Assistant District Attorney and Special Assistant to Richard Brown until 1999, when he purchased what is now T&M Protection Resources. Brown was appointed in 1991 by then Governor Mario Cuomo to serve as Queens County District Attorney, a position in which he has remained since winning successive re-election bids.

About ALDONYS: Founded in 1950, ALDONYS is the largest New York State not-for-profit membership organization solely representing the interests of individuals, partnerships, and corporations who hold private investigator and/or watch, guard and patrol agency licenses issued by the New York Secretary of State, Division of Licensing Services.