New Assistant Chief
Gwen Brown has been appointed as Assistant Chief - Recruitment, SCC Security Patrol. She will continue to serve as the Team 27 Captain and as a Dispatcher. Gwen will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating recruiting activities for the Security Patrol. She has been a member of the Patrol since 2021 and a Captain since 2023.
Brian Hammer has been appointed as Assistant Chief - Transportation, SCC Security Patrol. He will continue to serve as a Floating Captain. Brian will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of the patrol vehicles and their associated equipment. He will track usage and maintenance of vehicles utilized by the Security Patrol.
Orene Brown begins her duty as Assistant Chief - Training, SCC Security Patrol. She will continue to serve as Captain of Team 24, Dispatcher and a member of the Recruiting Team. Orene will be responsible for Orientation and Training of all the new members to the Security Patrol Congratulating Orene is Bob Smith, Deputy Chief.
Florida Parking Laws
DO YOU KNOW THE “Parking Laws”?
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) receives numerous complaints on ”illegal” parking. Many of the reported situations are in violation of Florida statutes or Hillsborough ordinances.
HCSO has requested SCC Security Patrol to assist in an Educational Program on “Florida Parking Laws.” They are reaching out to the media and including information in public presentations. The Security Patrol is distributing information cards developed by HCSO to show the violations identified in the statutes and ordinances.
Security Patrol Captains are placing these information cards on vehicles in apparent violation. Our drivers identify these vehicles during their regular patrolling and forward to the Captain for action. These are NOT tickets but are issued for information only. The statutes and ordinances are in place to provide health and safety for our citizens. How we park impacts safe passage on sidewalks for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, those using walkers and all pedestrians. Possibly violating ADA laws.
Additionally, parking regulations are written to assure adequate traffic passage for fire trucks, ambulances and service vehicles (garbage trucks, delivery trucks, etc.). SCC Security Patrol is proud to assist HCSO in serving our community with this education effort.
New Captain
Julie Nichols completes her Captain Training and begins her duty as a Captain supporting the SCC Security Patrol. Julie will join Brian Hammer as Captains of Team 29. She will continue to volunteer as a Dispatcher. Congratulating Julie is Bob Smith, Deputy Chief.
Kevin Connell has completed his Captain Training and begins his duty as a Captain serving the SCC Security Patrol. Kevin will join the “Floating Captain” group. He will continue to volunteer as the Coordinator for the Security Patrol “Listening Station” of the Disaster Radio System serving this area. Kevin is also a Dispatcher and one of the Dispatcher Trainers. This year he began a two-year term as a Board member for the Security Patrol, a 501©3 corporation. Congratulating Kevin is Bob Smith, Deputy Chief.
Ron Windsor completes his Captain Training and begins his duty as a Captain supporting the SCC Security Patrol. Ron will join Bruce Fraser as Captains of Team 9. He will continue to volunteer as a member of the Radar Team. Congratulating Ron is Bob Smith, Deputy Chief.
Volunteer of the Month
Volunteers of the Month - Margo Lee and Shawna Wainright
Margo Lee and Shawna Wainright are being recognized as Volunteers of the Month for February.
They were the Co-Chairs for the Security Patrol’s fund raising concert with the “Landsharks”.
Margo is also a Team Captain and Dispatcher. Shawna and her husband are active Drivers for the Patrol.
Chief Tim Broad presented certificates and pins recognizing their service to the Security Patrol.
Years of Service
The Security Patrol recognizes residents who serve as Drivers and Dispatchers. Over 590 residents volunteer 3 or more hours per month. For more information on how they serve our community,
stop by the offices at 1225 N. Pebble Beach Blvd or visit the website at sccpatrol.org.
David Webb received his Certificate of Appreciation for 20 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Deputy Chief Bob Smith made the presentation. For the past three years David has served as a Team Captain for Team 13.
Before going on patrol Fred Rathke received his Certificate of Appreciation and pin for 10 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Captain Karla Van Horn made the presentation.
Before starting her Dispatcher duties Debbie Pfeiffer received her Certificate of Appreciation for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Bob Smith, Deputy Chief, made the presentation.
John Sherburne received his Certificate of Appreciation for 20 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Chief Tim Broad made the presentation.
After finishing patrol Clair and Carol Prutsman received their Certificate of Appreciation for 10 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Karla Van Horn, Captain, made the presentation.
David and Nola Swaim received their Certificate of Appreciation for 10 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Tony Corrao, Captain, made the presentations. David serves as a Captain and Nola as a Dispatcher.
After completing patrol Paul Moran received his Certificate of Appreciation for 10 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Tim Broad, Chief, made the presentation. In addition to driving, Paul also serves the community as a Dispatcher and member of the Patrol’s Radar Team.
Before starting patrol Susan Mitchell received her Certificate of Appreciation for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Maryrose Ramacci, Captain, made the presentation.
Before starting their evening patrol Frank and Margaret Hein received their Certificate of Appreciation for 20 Years of Service to the Security Patrol from Deputy Chief Bob Smith and Captain of the Day Bruce Fraser. At the end of the shift Chief Tim Broad thanked them both for their many hours of driving for the Patrol.
Before starting patrol Cathy Jordan received her Certificate of Appreciation for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. John Weaver, Captain, made the presentation.
Before starting patrol Jerome Krenz received his Certificate of Appreciation for 10 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Barbara Danielson, Captain, made the presentation.
Before starting patrol Betty Fedke received her Certificate of Appreciation and pin for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Vernon Elarth, Captain, made the presentation. Betty's driving partner, Weston Weisel, who has 21 years on Security Patrol, joined in the presentation.
Before starting patrol David Barber received his Certificate of Appreciation for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Bob Smith, Deputy Chief, made the presentation.
15 Years of Service being presented to Reggie Lawrence
by Deputy Chief Bob Smith
Before starting patrol Don Federick received his Certificate of Appreciation for 20 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Tony Corrao, Assistant Chief, made the presentation.
Before starting patrol Ron Matelski received his Certificate of Appreciation for 10 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Ron also serves as Deputy Captain for Team 13. Bob Smith, Deputy Chief, made the presentation.
Before starting patrol Ron Nelson received his Certificate of Appreciation and pin for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Vernon Elarth, Captain, made the presentation. Ron serves as a Driver patrolling the Sun City Community.
Before starting patrol, Theresa Snipes received her Certificate of Appreciation for 5 Years of Service to the Security Patrol. Kathy Clark, Captain, made the presentation.