The notice of this meeting was prepared in the Office of the Board and mailed to the Secretary of State, the Star Ledger, the Trenton Times and the Courier Post.

CALL TO ORDER

The meeting of the Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Locksmith Advisory Committee was called to order by Chairman Robert Shoremount at 9:30 a.m. in the Hudson Room, Sixth Floor, 124 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey. All parties were duly notified of the date, time and location of this meeting and pertinent material was provided to meeting participants.

Attendees recited the Pledge of Allegiance prior to the roll call of members.

ROLL CALL

Committee Members Present:

Robert Boyer
Keith Eaves
William Hartung
Charles Okun
Robert Shoremount
Jon Sprague

Others Present:

Barbara A. Cook, Executive Director
George DeLuca, Administrative Analyst
Sally Barletta, Senior Clerk Transcriber
Angelica Guerrero, Clerk Typist
Joseph Cantalupo, Member, Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
Joseph Donofrio, Deputy Attorney General

Committee members Edward Bagniewski, Arthur Fucetola and Richard Rible were unable to attend the meeting.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Committee members were informed that the Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors reviewed the proposed changes made by the Committee in conjunction with the sunsetting of the Committee’s rules at its August 6, 2008 meeting. The Board has concerns and inquires with regard to some rules. Regulatory Analyst Maryann Sheehan will meet with the Committee at the September 16, 2008 meeting to discuss the Board’s concerns and inquiries.

Committee members were also informed that the Staff has prepared approximately thirteen (13) business license applications and three (3) individual license applications for Committee review.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JULY 15, 2008

The Advisory Committee requested that the information with regard to the Sunset of N.J.A.C. 13:31A be move to July 15, 2008 Executive Session Minutes. Motion was made by Robert Boyer, seconded by Charles Okun and unanimously passed to table discussion of approval of minutes for the July 15, 2008 meeting until the next meeting scheduled to be held on September 16, 2008.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Executive Director Barbara Cook informed the members in attendance that 3,832 fire alarm, burglar alarm and locksmith licenses have been renewed.

Executive Director Cook also informed the Advisory Committee that 313 fire alarm, burglar alarm and locksmith business licenses have been issued.

REPORT FROM THE CONTINUING EDUCATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The Advisory Committee reviewed and discussed the request for approval of the continuing education package previously distributed to the Continuing Education subcommittee with regard to the following continuing education:

- Elite CEU

Procedure To Comply With Mandatory Requirements For Attendance Certification of On-line Continuing Education

The Advisory Committee reviewed and discussed correspondence received from Elite CEU with regard to the procedure to comply with mandatory requirements for attendance certification of on-line Continuing Education. Motion was made by Charles Okun, seconded by William Hartung and unanimously passed to conditionally approve the On-line Continuing Education proposal submitted by Elite CEU. Committee Members Keith Eaves and Charles Okun will audit continuing education provided by Elite CEU.

- Review Of Continuing Education Programs Sponsor: Speco Technolgies Title

- CCTV: Basic To Advanced - Cameras, IR Illumination, DVR Networking 7.5 hours ( Code TECES)

Sponsor: Charles Dixon, CML Title

- Smoke Detection Devices & Systems 4 hours (Code TECFA)

- Introduction To CCTV 4 hours (TECES)

- Access Control 4 hours (TECES) - Introduction To Computers For Security Pro

fessionals And Locksmiths 4 hours (BUS)

- Automotive Locks, Keys And Transponders 4 hours (TECLS)

- Basic Safe Troubleshooting 8 hours (TECLS)

- Safe Diagnostics And Opening 8 hours (TECLS)

- Combination Lock Servicing 4 hours (TECLS)

- Business Shop Management For Security Professionals 4 hours (BUS)

Sponsor: HID Global Title

- Access Control Over IP And Smart Card Technology 2 hours(TECES)

Sponsor: System Sensor Title

- Fire Protection Technology And Design 7 hours (TECFA)

Sponsor: ASR Enterprises, Inc. Title

- Introduction To CCTV 1 hour (TECES)

Sponsor: N.J. School Of Locksmithing Title

- Impressing 7.5 hours (TECLS)

- Key Machines 4.5 hours (TECLS)
- Master Keying 1 6 hours (TECLS)
- Master Keying 2 7 hours (TECLS)
- Installation 4 hours (TECLS)
- ASSA 4 hours (TECLS)
- Mul T lock 5 hours (TECLS)
- Medeco 5.5 hours (TECLS)
- Determinator Tool 3 hours (TECES)
- Mechanical Pushbutton Locks 3 hours (TECES)
- ARC Welding 3 hours (TECLS)

The Instructors for the continuing education programs were also approved by the Subcommittee.

Motion was made by Charles Okun, seconded by Robert Boyer and unanimously passed to approve the recommendations made by the Continuing Education Subcommittee.

CORRESPONDENCE

- Alarm Capital Alliance
Inquiry On Requirement for Licensing

Motion was made by Robert Boyer, seconded by William Hartung and unanimously passed to move the item to Executive Session for further review.

- Jon Rory Skolnick, Esq.
Whether The Attorney’s Client Is Exempt From Locksmith Licensing, Pursuant To N.J.S.A. 45:5A-2B

Motion was made by Robert Boyer, seconded by William Hartung and unanimously passed to move the item to Executive Session for further review.

- NJ Burglar Alarm & Fire Alarm Association
Seeking Approval For A Continuing Education Course Provided Prior To Advisory Committee Approval

Motion was made by Robert Boyer, seconded by William Hartung and unanimously passed to move the item to Executive Session for further review.

Motion was made by Robert Boyer, seconded by William Hartung and unanimously passed to adjourn the Public Session at 10:00 a.m. and proceed into Executive Session.

For The Advisory Committee’s Information
- Division Of Law Billing Report For The Fourth Quarter Of Fiscal Year 2008

The Advisory Committee reviewed and discussed the Billing Report provided by the Division Of Law for the fourth quarter for fiscal year 2008. The report indicated that 34.3 hours for Deputy Attorney General and Paralegal services were accrued during the quarter.

ADJOURNMENT

Having no further business, motion was made by Charles Okun, seconded by Keith Eaves and unanimously passed to adjourn the Public Session at 1:30 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Barbara A. Cook
Executive Director

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