New York Area Chapters of InfraGard Hold Meetings with FBI New York
| FBI New York November 24, 2010 |
On Monday, November 22, 2010, members of the New York InfraGard chapters attended annual meetings with FBI personnel. InfraGard's New York Metro Chapter held an information session with FBI personnel to learn about programs at the FBI's New York Office. Long Island members held a town hall session with Assistant Director in Charge (ADIC) of the New York Office Janice K. Fedarcyk at the new Homeland Security Center in Bethpage on Long Island.
During the information session, New York Metro Chapter members were briefed on FBI programs, including cyber crimes and the Evidence Response Team as well as training and community outreach opportunities. The meeting concluded with an open discussion for the members on new media.
"Today was another successful meeting for our chapter members. Not only was the session informative on FBI programs, but the networking opportunities were invaluable as well," said New York Metro Chapter President Joseph Concannon.
This was ADIC Fedarcyk's first time meeting with the Long Island Chapter of InfraGard. During the town hall with ADIC Fedarcyk, Long Island members had the opportunity to discuss topics ranging from task forces within the FBI, the recent threat on cargo planes, and ways to enhance security on Long Island as well as the nation. Long Island membership has grown significantly over the past 18 months to include more than 300 members, making it the fastest growing InfraGard Alliance in the country.
Long Island Chapter President Brendan Healy was pleased with the meeting and said, "The connections made today will help improve the partnership between the public and private sectors. Over the next 12 months, the Long Island InfraGard Chapter will be increasing our participation with both federal and local agencies to provide increased representation for private sector businesses during emergency situations."
"This is another successful example how the FBI continues to engage private sector partners in information sharing as we all strive to keep this country safe," said ADIC Fedarcyk on the InfraGard meetings.
ADIC Fedarcyk addresses InfraGard Long Island Chapter members
InfraGard is a government and private sector alliance developed by the FBI to promote protection of critical infrastructure in the United States. Its main goal is to create partnerships between the government and private sector to advance networking and information sharing. Each chapter is comprised of members from the community who elect a board of representatives to manage membership.
The InfraGard program in New York consists of the Metro, Hudson Valley, and Long Island Chapters. With approximately 1,700 members total, it is one of most active alliances across the country.
For more information about the New York InfraGard Chapters please visit their websites: www.infragard-li.net or https://www.nym-infragard.us/cms/.