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 Baltimore
ASIS
reaches a
ASIS Baltimore celebrates 50 years!
milestone
The Baltimore Chapter #036
 2009 review of ASIS International.
recently received outstanding
of speakers news from the ASIS President Please accept an honorary “50th
Michael R. Cummings, CPP. Anniversary Charter” to com-
 Security memorate this momentous occa-
On behalf of the ASIS Interna-
and Police tional Board of Directors, the sion. In addition to the charter,
ASIS membership and headquar- please accept a “Chapter Histori-
Awards
ters staff, I would like to con- cal Information Report” contain-
Ceremony ing a breakdown of the current
gratulate the Baltimore Chapter
on its fiftieth anniversary. The Chapter membership, a list of
 Scholarship original officers, a list of awards
Baltimore Chapter has joined a
Winners select group of ASIS Chapters in the Chapter received over the
existence for over fifty years. past fifty years, and additional
 Golf Outing Baltimore Skyline at Night historical material regarding the
Involvement of the membership Chapter that was available to
at the Chapter level is a vital headquarters staff.
 Chairman’s
factor in the success of any soci-
Corner ety. The hard work and dedica-
tion the Baltimore Chapter lead-
ership and membership has ex-
hibited over the past fifty years is
a shining example of this essential
driving force behind the success

Speakers in Review
January March

Major Bodway Eric Koutch

Importance of Upholding a pro-
fessional image within Public
Safety.
February
Renee Murrell
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Victim/Witness Program
The World of Security Systems
April
Major Jeffrey M. Kaslin
Automated Critical Asset
Management System Training
Initiatives (ACAMS)
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Speakers Review cont.

May July
Detective Paul Ciepela Dr. Dennis Seymour,
Gang Awareness PhD
Dean School of Justice
Community College of
June Baltimore County
Ms Kathleen Henning,
MA, CEM
Introduction/Overview/
Partnership with the
International Association
of Emergency Managers
(IAEM)

Police Officer of the Year Award—$400.00

month of 2008, Walsh was di-
Detective Matthew confession of Nicholas Browning
rectly involved in various investi-
Walsh is a 19 year vet- convicted of murdering his fam-
gations involving acts of homi-
eran of the police de- ily. In May of the same year,
cide. In December alone he was
partment and has Walsh viewed hours of video
personally handling a murder
worked in Investigative tape in an attempt to catch a
case involving the deaths of 9
Units such as Robbery, fleeing robber who stabbed a
people as well as responding to
Homicide and Vice/ man at a gas station. He was
the suspicious death of 5 chil-
Narcotics. able to not only find the assail-
dren/infant.
From the onset of his ant, but also identify an eye
witness who knew him. The Walsh is one of 2 trainers in cell
start in homicide, he has
perpetrator was found, arrested phone record analysis. He is
delivered exemplary
and confessed to the crime. viewed as a passionate person
results. In early Febru-
and is truly deserving of the
ary 2008 procured the Throughout the remaining
award.

Security Officer of the Year Award—$400.00

Morris Dyer works a life sentence for murder. He could assist.
for Mercy Medical was being guarded by four Officer Dyer received the
Center where he is correctional officers during McAultey Platinum Award
employed as a this time. from Mercy Hospital for stellar
security officer. Officer Dyer was summoned performance. He was also
On an evening in to escort the party to their recognized by the Maryland
February 2008 the vehicle. Upon returning from Division of Corrections receiv-
hospital received a reviewing where the vehicle ing the Commissioners' Cita-
high profile visitor. was placed, Officer Dyer was tion. Finally he received the
The guest was confronted with Lamar running Meritorious Award from the
Lamar Harris from custody. He instinctively Maryland IAHSS.
whom is a con- tackled and subdued Lamar
victed felon serving What a proud day!
until the correctional officers

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Exceptional Performance Award—$200.00

Detective Frederick Carter, Jr. S/O Andrew Crawford
Assigned to the DHS Divi- This Crown Security Officer has the respon-
sion of the Baltimore County sibility for the daily monitoring of 76 cameras
Police Department, he has which are established by the Mayor and Balti-
been diligently working on more Police to maintain a vigilance over the
the ACAMS tool which is State of Maryland's critical Infrastructure.
used by law enforcement to
collect and analyze data con- He has been a key component to the detec-
cerning critical infrastructure. tion and apprehension of 319 individuals.
Upon extensive training he
received from the DHS, he
has prepared numerous
briefs for the program to be
used by the Baltimore
County Police Chief and the
Emergency Manager.

“And so, my fellow

Americans: ask

not what your

country can do for

you. Ask what you

can do for your

country.
John F Kennedy

Crime Prevention Award—$200.00

Detective Brendan Shaffer
A member of the MTA, this S/O Solomon Fomuso
detective has initiated 77 This Securitas Officer, in his
criminal investigations at BWI, 3rd week of employment
3 at Tunnel Command, 21 foiled an attack of a patron
Warrant/Summons, 15 War- within a parking garage.
rants From other Agency, 1
Federal Warrant, 2 criminal His diligent efforts and quick
citations, 12 criminal arrests attention to detail enabled him
and has seized almost $50K in to deliver precise descriptions
U.S. Currency. of the assailant and his vehicle
to responding authorities.

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Howard Glashoff III Award—$200.00 and Special Recognition Award—$100.00
Police Officer Mindy Levin
Her dedication and passion to the Police
Athletic League for the past 6 years does
not go unnoticed.
She has a strong reputa-
tion with the members
and parents and has
conducted endless net-
working missions with
local organizations to
obtain needed dona-
tions.
She plans lessons, field
trips, and events at the
center. She holds
countless functions to
promote parent/
guardian participation.
Her commitment and dedication to the
job is nothing short of exceptional
Scholarships Winners—$1000.00
Beth Watson is a
graduate from
CCBC where she
has achieved her
AA in Criminal
Justice Studies. She
is continuing her
studies towards
achieving her
Bachelors and has
aspirations of get-
ting her Master.
Your dedication and
commitment to the security
profession is commendable and
you should be proud.
Our 1st annual golf tournament
which will be co-sponsored with
Metro Crime Stoppers will be
held on October 7, 2009.
Location: Oakmont Green, 2290
Golfview Lane, Hampstead,
MD 21074.
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Security Supervi-
sor Ms. Jerree
Pratt
This AlliedBarton
Supervisor has
demonstrated
herself as a true
professional in
the field of con-
tract security and
holds her subor-
dinates to the
same high standards.
She has the ultimate responsibility for
over-seeing all calls for service that in-
volve security issues for over 150 Provi-
dent Bank branches.
“Principles are deep
fundamental
truths...lightly interwoven
threads running with
exactness, consistency,
Jacqueline Carter will be attending Tow-
beauty and strength
son University in Baltimore Maryland.
through the fabric of life.
She will be pursuing her BA in Criminal
Steven Covey
Justice. Upon completion of her first
course within the
field, Jacqueline will
receive her schol-
arship money to
use at her discre-
tion. We wish
Jacqueline the best
of luck and look
forward to seeing
““It is today we create the world of the future” her grow profes-
Eleanor Roosevelt sionally.
Golf Outing
We hope we can have a great Foursomes—$500
turnout as the proceeds from
this event will be used for the
Scholarship Fund and Metro Individual—$125
Crime Stoppers crime tips.
http://asisbaltimore.org/golf.htm
 We are seeking the next Scholarship Winners

Whether you are new to the field of Security and Law Enforce-
ment or you are a seasoned professional, there is always a need to
further develop our expertise. You may choose to embark on a
college degree or enhance your skills with an ASIS Course. Re-
gardless of what you chose, we want to give you the opportunity
to receive financial assis-
tance from the Baltimore
Chapter to collectively cele-
brate your success.
The next scholarship pro-
gram is underway and the
deadline for applications is November 15, 2009. Please fill out
the application and remit to your Education Chair immedi-
ately. The quest for knowledge is the pathway to a greater
appreciation of your career.

Chairman’s Corner
Dear Members:
As we approach the eighth anni-
versary of the September 11,
2001, attacks I reflect on the
changes in our industry and our
personal lives. I remember exactly
where I was when I heard the
news of the attacks. I remember
the feeling that rushed over me
and the thoughts of protecting my
loved ones and our great country. I
remember thinking that my chil-
dren would not have the opportu-
nity to grow up with the same feel-
ing of safety and security that I had
known. I knew that from that day
forward the way we looked at the
world would have to change.
My concern as of late is that we
have become complacent and too
many have forgotten the supreme
sacrifice that so many have made
for our freedoms. I think of the
men and women of the armed
forces, law enforcement, public
and private sector HEROES that
have worked and continue to
work tirelessly to protect us and I
remember those that lost their
lives that fateful day of September
Towers of strength ... design for
Ground Zero
11, 2001, and all the days since in
an effort to protect our freedoms. I
hope as the eighth anniversary
approaches that each of us take
the necessary time to reflect.
Please as a sign of unity and re-
membrance on September 11th
and as a way of honoring those
that honored us proudly display
your American flag at home and
the office..
As the leaders in the security in-
dustry it is incumbent upon us to
remember that the threat is real
and that we are responsible for the
safety and security of our organi-
zations, a responsibility that needs
to remain at the forefront of our
minds.
Sincerely,
Stephen P. Somers, CHS-V, CAS
Chapter Chairman
Baltimore Chapter ASIS