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• SAPD Warns of Alarm Company Scam
  7.7.18 – San Angelo LIVE! – San Angelo, TX – The San Angelo Police Department has received complaints from citizens about an Alarm Company group doing …

Public Safety Updates

• GA: Carbon Monoxide Alarm law now in effect
  7.2.18 – MDJOnline.com – Does your home have a carbon monoxide alarm? If not, you may want to look into getting one – because as of yesterday, July 1, it’s the law. “We knew it was …
• CA: Central California City Implements False Alarm Reduction Program
  7.3.18 – Security Sales & Integration – Merced, Calif. – The City of Merced, located in central California, has contracted with a third-party vendor to implement a false alarm reduction program.
• TX: City of Abilene Alarm System Policy
  6.29.18 – Live News … The council approved his proposal for false alarm fees – there will be no fee for the first … It is illegal within the City of Abilene to operate and alarm at a home or … Texas police officers go viral for their squad car lip-sync battle.

Industry News

• Private equity firm acquires SimpliSafe
  7.2.18 – SIW – Transaction expected to close in Q3, deal reportedly worth $1B
• Allegion to acquire access control solutions provider ISONAS
  6.29.18 – SIW – The transaction is expected to close early in the third quarter of 2018
• Robust School Security Solution Wins Bates Integrated Installation of …
  7.2.18 – Security Sales & Integration – “Rather than using a traditional alarm system, we used verified audio detection that operates in conjunction and as a complement to the verified video system,” …
• Ring Alarm review: simple, cheap home security
  7.3.18 – The Verge – Ring’s Alarm, which is finally shipping to customers starting today, is the latest in these new, do-it-yourself home security systems. It’s most similar to the Secure …
• EPS Security acquires competitor
  7.3.18 – SSN – Grand Rapids, MI – EPS Security, a national systems integrator based here, recently acquired Comstock Park, Mich.-based competitor, Video-Tech-Tronics (VTT), adding 1,500 new business and residential customers to the company.
• Kastle Systems unveils EMC platform
  7.3.18 – SSN – Falls Church, Va. – Kastle Systems International, a managed security solutions and services company based here, announced in June the launch of its KastleAlert offering, a mobile, crowd-sourced emergency mass communications (EMC) platform.

State & National News

• Taxes: Pass-Through Businesses at a Crossroads
  6.13.18 – SIW – The drastic impact of new tax laws has owners of S corporations, LLCs and partnerships reassessing their choice…
• Report: More than 6M U.S. consumers will use PERS devices by 2021
  7.2.18 – SIW – Growth driven by innovations in wearable tech, smartphone-based monitoring services
• Santa Fe committee discusses metal detectors
  7.2.18 – Alvin Sun Advertiser- Updating the security systems by installing items such as panic buttons, intruder alarms, door alarms on non-entry doors, security cameras and an alert to …
• Hospital says it’s not liable for loss of eggs, embryos in freezer …
  7.3.18 – KABC – The eggs and embryos had been stored at University Hospitals in a cryopreservation tank equipped with a remote alarm system that should have alerted an …
• Arthur Square Apartment residents speak out on ongoing unresolved …
  7.5.18 – 12newsnow.com KBMT-KJAC – Dante Allen has only lived at the apartment for a couple of weeks, but he says since he’s moved in a fire alarm has been going off constantly. “Everyday I’ve …
• SIA market index: Industry confidence begins to rebound
  7.3.18 – SSN –  “After a rocky spring, confidence within the security industry seems to be ….. percent of alarms are false, Folsom said, citing the number from the Texas Police …
• Interview With Police Chief Eric Hurtado
  7.6.18 – Mojave Desert News – The next highest are alarm calls. In the past 12 months we have responded to almost 1,000 false burglar alarm calls. 3. Has police duty become more dangerous …
• 5 Guidelines for IT Pros Evaluating and Selecting Physical Security Solutions
  7.5.18 – Security – An IP camera is simply a computer with a lens on it. In the IoT age, cybersecurity is only as strong as the weakest link in the overall network ecosystem. As a result, cyber hardening is essential for anything connected to the network.
• U.S. hiring stayed strong in June despite trade strains
  7.6.18 – The New York Times -The manufacturing sector buzzed with activity last month, and spending on construction rose. New jobless claims are dragging along at historically low levels. And many consumers displayed their confidence in the economy by kicking off the summer with a new car purchase.

Business Tips

• Smaller healthcare facilities are the forgotten step-children of security strategies
  6.28.18 – SIW – Smaller facilities like clinics, rehab and urgent care have the same concerns as big hospitals but little…
• How the 20% Pass-Through Deduction Affects Security Companies
  7.3.18 – SSI – The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act gave birth to a new provision, Section 199A, which permits owners of sole proprietorships, S corporations, or partnerships to deduct up to 20% of the income earned by the business.
• Are Your Salespeople Selling You Down the River?
  7.3.18 – SSI – Four security experts, including dealers and consultants, deliver suggestions for strategies that will help steer your new salespeople on the road to success.
• Can You Design for Humans, Or Just Machines? Measure Your AV System Design Skills
  7.6.18 – CI – AV system design is meant to help solve human challenges with technology. Test your capabilities for human-centered design with just a few questions.
• Is Your Sales Culture Overdue for a Tune-up?
  7.5.18 – SSI – Security consultant Paul Boucherle shares how to perform an assessment of your sales culture, key relationships, skill-building needs and more.
• 10 Steps to Help Hiring Managers Make Better Staffing Decisions
  7.5.18 – SSI – Identifying the right job candidates is part art and part science. While some people certainly have a gift for hiring good employees, everyone can improve their success rate by following a methodical step-by-step process.

Fire & EMS News

• FL: Smoky oven hood triggers fire alarm at Tampa International Airport
  7.6.18 – Tampabay.com – TAMPA — A fire alarm late in the day on the Fourth of July prompted Tampa International Airport officials to start moving people from the main terminal to parking …
• IA: Trio Of False Alarms Keep Sheldon Firefighters Hopping
  7.2.18 – KIWARadio.com- Sheldon, Iowa – A trio of false alarms kept the Sheldon Fire Company busy over the weekend. It all began shortly before 5:00 Friday afternoon, when firefighters …
• IL: Police 7-2-18
  7.2.18 – MyWebTimes.com – Ottawa firefighters responded at 11:46 a.m. Saturday to a fire alarm pulled by a child for no cause. At 9:18 a.m. Saturday, Ottawa …
• KY: Police and fire reports for July 3, 2018
  7.3.18 – Winchester Sun – At 6:48 p.m. Sunday, firefighters responded to an alarm sounding. It was a false alarm. …
• MA: Storm ignites fire calls in lakes area
  7.4.18 – Brainerd Dispatch – At 1:42 a.m., there was a fire alarm at The Bodyworks Super Collision Center. Firefighters investigated and determined the …
• MD: Hagerstown fire calls
  7.5.18 – Herald-Mail Media – 12:35 a.m., automatic fire alarm. • 12:49 a.m. … 7:30 p.m., automatic fire alarm.
• NV: Fire, smoke reported at hotel near Las Vegas Strip false alarm
  7.7.18 – Las Vegas Review-Journal – A report of fire and smoke at a hotel west of the Strip late Saturday morning was a false alarm, according to Clark County firefighters. A high-level response by …
• OR: July 4 public safety round-up
  7.4.18 – Pamplin Media Group – TVF&R personnel responded to a commercial fire alarm …
• WI: Woman trapped in building basement pulls fire alarm to summon help
  7.3.18 – WKOW – Madison – A woman who accidentally became locked in the basement of the Atrium building at Villager Mall with no phone …

Crime News

• CA: $20000 worth of antique jewelry stolen in Simi Valley burglary
  7.2.18 – Ventura County Star – Nearly $20,000 worth of antique jewelry was discovered stolen from a business early Monday after Simi Valley police responded to an alarm, officials said.
• CA: EPD: Top hat-clad man steals cash register from ice cream shop in …
  7.2.18 – KRCRTV.COM – On July 1 at around 4:34 a.m., officers responded to Living the Dream Ice Cream for the report of a burglary alarm activation.
• FL: 2 women wanted for shoplifting at Estero outlet store
  7.5.18 – NBC2 News – The security alarm was triggered, but they walked quickly away before anyone could catch them. They were seen loading their bags with clothes on the security.
• FL: Burglars break hole in wall of Palm Coast Dollar General, steal $4700
  7.6.18 – WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando – Authorities said the store’s alarm was set at midnight June 5 and turned off by the employee just before 7 a.m. The alarm system and security camera footage are …
• GA: Police: Suspects set fire to ATM in Cherokee County robbery attempt
  7.2.18 – Atlanta Journal Constitution – Police responded to an alarm call from a Chase Bank around 4:15 a.m., according to a statement from Holly Springs police ..
• IN: VIDEO: Two men steal guns from Columbus store in seconds; reward …
  7.6.18 – Fox 59 – Columbus, Ind. – Columbus police are investigating a burglary that occurred at a gun store. Police say several firearms were stolen from Watson Chambers ..
• LA: WATCH: Police ask for help identifying man seen pointing gun at store …
  7.6.18 – KSLA-TV – Police said the man walked into the store and demanded money, but didn’t get away with anything as the owner hit the alarm. If you have any information on this …
• MA: Beverly Police logs, July 2-5
  7.8.18 – Wicked Local – 2:29 a.m. An unknown alarm was reported to be sounding at Essex and Colon streets. 2:49 a.m. A possible domestic argument was reported.
• MA: Rochester Police Log, June 24-30
  7.7.18 – Wicked Local – 7:24 p.m.: A burglar alarm was reported at a residence. 8:24 p.m.: Outside smoke was reported. 9:12 p.m.: A suspicious motor …
• MO: Burglary leads to arrest of 11 year old
  7.3.18 – Daily Journal Online – Desloge Police Chief James Bullock said on June 27 at 9:14 p.m. his officers responded to an alarm sounding at Tinkers Liquor & More …
• NC: Suspect Hid In Mall, Attempted After Hours Burglary
  7.3.18 – Goldsboro Daily News – Once the kiosk’s alarm was triggered, Martin fled and exited the building. No damage was done and no property was stolen during the incident. Martin was …
• NE: Man gets prison time for Kearney pharmacy robberies
  7.5.18 – Grand Island Independent – June 3, 3:01 a.m.: A security alarm at the Valley Pharmacy inside the clinic activated. When officers arrived, they found two windows broken and three bottles of …
• OH: Lights & Sirens | Juveniles crash into retaining wall
  7.2.18 – Bucyrus Telegraph Forum- INCIDENTS. A false alarm was received..
• OH: Thieves rip out wall, steal ATM from Dayton business
  7.3.18 – WDTN.com – Dayton, Ohio – Police are investigating after thieves ripped out a wall and stole an ATM from a Dayton business. Officers responded to an alarm call …
• OH: Two men jailed after alarm sends police to Springfield business
  7.2.18 – Springfield News Sun – According to a police report, an officer responding to an alarm at Tri-State Pallett Co., found the two men inside the business just after 7 p.m. …
• OK: Edmond Police Arrest Suspected School Burglar, Recover Stolen …
  7.2.18 – news9.com KWTV – The alarm was tripped after a glass door was broken. The suspect can be seen on school surveillance video walking the hallways, but school staff couldn’t find …
• OK: Elderly pastor catches burglar red-handed
  7.3.18 – KRMG – An OKC newspaper reports an alarm went off at Fountain of Faith Church and an unidentified 88-year-old pastor went to investigate. This pastor held Bagby in …
• OR: Police Blotter: Female loading shopping cart with clothes
  7.4.18 – The News Guard – Caller reported alarm company reported entry and motion detector alarms. …
• OR: Police Log (July 3)
  7.2.18 – Corvallis Gazette Times – Police responded to US Market for a business alarm and found a glass door to the building was shattered. Surveillance video showed two people breaking the …
• PA: Police log: Complaint upon complaint about fireworks
  7.6.18 – The Evening Sun – 10:53 a.m. A commercial burglar alarm. All was OK, it was set off by an employee. 11:16 a.m. Subjects arguing about a …
• PA: Port Allegany Police Blotter
  7.6.18 – The Wellsboro Gazette –  Police were dispatched to a false alarm at 11:50 p.m.. Police received a report of an unsecured business at 11:15 p.m. Police contacted a …
• SC: Ogdensburg police blotter, July 7
  7.8.18 – North Country Now – Commercial burglar alarm at St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union on State Street at 12:36 p.m. False alarm. • Report that neighbors had a fire last …
• TX: 2 Nacogdoches men arrested for burglary, child endangerment
  7.6.18 – easttexasmatters.com – Nacogdoches County deputies responded to an alarm call at the residence. Upon arrival, they saw a maroon 4-door car parked in front. They saw two men …
• TX: Video shows suspected thief targeting woman’s car. See what …
  7.6.18 – Fort Worth Star Telegram – “After ruling out a loud motion alarm as too annoying for the neighbors and a bear trap as too much future legal trouble, I settled for a motion sprinkler.” …
• VA: Teen pulls gun on McDonald’s manager over dropped change: police
  7.2.18 – wtkr.com – The manager told officers he immediately hit the security alarm and locked the window. The three suspects were still sitting in the drive-thru of the restaurant on …

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NESA is a federation of state associations established to serve and promote the electronic systems industry at the direction of, and through its affiliated state associations. Five state associations are part of NESA – Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (TBFAA), Maryland Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (MDBFAA), Kansas Electronic Security Association (KESA), Arkansas Security Alarm Association (ASAA) and Oklahoma Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (OKBFAA). For more info visit www.nesaus.org.

NESA Board of Directors

• President – Chris Russell
• Vice President & – Maryland Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Director – Craig Bober
• Secretary – Kathleen Schraufnagel
• Treasurer and Arkansas Security Alarm Assn. Director – Rick Howell
• Past President – Jordon Brown
• Kansas Electronic Security Alliance Director – Vacant
• Oklahoma Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Director – Steven Brekel
• Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Director – Kelly Ryan
• Associate Director – Brian Villari
• Executive Director – Brad Shipp
• Maryland Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Alternate – Brian Shrake
• Oklahoma Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Alternate – Danna Fowble
• Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Alternate – Rex Adams