jea security meeting

We had a good meeting (with good turnout) for tonight's Jamaica Estates Association security meeting. Topics discussed included illegally parked cars, suspicious behavior and crime prevention.

Captain Tom Molloy, representing the 107th precinct talked about issues of crime in the neighborhood. He gave tips on preventing oneself from being victimized. He also took questions from community members about what to do in specific situations, and about various rules and regulations.

Anthony La Bella, the Vice President of Bay Ridge Security talked about the role of the security patrol in preventing crime, and other related services that the patrol provides for the neighborhood. This was an important presentation because we're in the middle of the membership drive, and the Association's ability to pay for the patrol is dependent on members. Fewer members means fewer hours of patrol.

John Brehany, representing St. John's University spoke about the relationship between the community and the schol -- specifically the students who rent houses in the area. He discussed the role the university plays in maintaining order.