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  • County Executive Garnar Appoints New Director of Security

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced today the appointment of Brian Norris as Broome County Division of Security Director.

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    County Executive Garnar said, “I’m excited to announce my selection of Brian Norris as Broome County Division of Security Director. Norris brings years of experience and knowledge to this position. We’re excited for him to take on this new role with the department.”

    Norris fills this position after the retirement of former Broome County Division of Security Director James Dadamio.

    “I’m honored to take on this role and there is always something new for us to learn and grow as officers, said Norris “I plan to continue to evaluate and improve the department with internal and external training, streamline our internal processes and make sure our infrastructure is up to date.”

    Norris has been with the Broome County Government Security Division for over a decade. He has a variety of different certifications and is committed to ensuring the safety of Broome County residents. Norris has a number of goals as he takes on this position.  
    “We have a diverse department and I want to continue to improve and diversify my staff to better serve the County and its visitors,” added Norris. “I plan to continue our community outreach programs and build upon them to connect with our Broome County residents.”
     

  • Broome County Dog Shelter Renamed in Honor of Retiring Security Director James D. Dadamio

    (TOWN OF DICKINSON, NY) On Thursday Broome County Executive Jason Garnar and Chairman of the Broome County Legislature Daniel J. Reynolds announced the Broome County Dog Shelter is being renamed the “James D. Dadamio Broome County Dog Shelter” in honor of retiring Director of Broome County Security James D. Dadamio. 

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    Dadamio has over 36 years of experience as a New York State Peace Officer with Broome County Government Security Division, serving as the Director since July 2006. The Security Division provides diverse and unique levels of Law enforcement services to various County Departments all designed to achieve and maintain an efficient, safe, and orderly work environment for County employees and visitors. 

    As Director, he has overseen the Broome County Dog Shelter which provides a safe and healthy environment for the stray and unwanted dog population within the County.

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    Dadamio has been recognized as a leader throughout New York State in the detection and prevention of Welfare Fraud, participated on numerous policy advising committees with local and state officials, and served for 6 years as President of the New York State Welfare Fraud Investigators Association. He has delivered numerous training presentations on personal risk awareness, field safety and other security practices to both the public and private sectors in the Eastern United States and in the United Kingdom.

  • Broome County Investigating Defacing of County Property

    (BINGHAMTON, NY) On Sunday, Broome County officials learned of an incident involving the defacing of County property, including the Courthouse and Columbus statue, in downtown Binghamton. The Broome County Security Division is investigating the incident.

    “Let me be perfectly clear. Lawlessness will not be tolerated in Broome County and we will work to find the person who did this and bring them to justice,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “On behalf of Broome County, I would like to extend a huge thank you to Servpro for quickly arriving on the scene and cleaning the affected areas. We appreciate their swiftness and their service.”

    The Broome County Security Division has released a photograph of the person of interest and is asking people with information regarding their identity to please contact the Broome County Security Case Integrity Unit at 607-778-2519.

  • Broome County Division of Security News Release

    (BINGHAMTON, NY) The Broome County Division of Security today released the following information regarding the situation that occurred on Thursday, November 21, in the Broome County Office Building regularly scheduled meeting of the Broome County Legislature.

    County Security officials were aware of the potential large crowd expected to attend and prepared to safely accommodate county elected officials, employees and visitors at the open, public meeting.

    Law enforcement worked to maintain occupancy limits per NYS Fire Code and make sure there are adequate entrances and exits to the chambers of the Legislature.

    Upon efforts to start the public meeting of the Broome County Legislature, security officials reported it became clear quickly that some attendees would not adhere to directives from the Broome County Division of Security thus creating hazards and unsafe conditions during the meeting.

    Broome Security was assisted by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office, Binghamton Police Department and New York State Police. Law enforcement personnel worked together to provide security in and around the Legislative Chamber and maintain order so the Legislative meeting could proceed.

    A total of nine (9) arrests were made by responding law enforcement agencies.

    Broome County Sheriff’s Office

     

    Brian Q. McQuaid, 20

    Washington St.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charges:          Obstructing governmental administration, misdemeanor

                                       Resisting arrest, a misdemeanor

     

    Quinton T. Archer, 28

    Audubon Ave.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charges:          Obstructing governmental administration, misdemeanor

                                        Resisting arrest, misdemeanor

     

    Carinne M. Vizvary, 30

    Lower Stella Ireland Road

    Binghamton, NY

    Charges:          Obstructing governmental administration, misdemeanor

                                        Resisting arrest, misdemeanor

    Broome County Division of Security

     

    Andrew J. Pragacz, 31

    Haendel St.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charge:            Disorderly conduct, violation

     

    Binghamton Police Department

     

    Shannon B. Borucke, 21

    Seminary Ave.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charge:            Resisting arrest, misdemeanor

     

    Shanel A. Boyce, 29

    Sherwood Ave.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charge:            Disorderly conduct, violation

                Resisting arrest, misdemeanor

     

    Nicole Paolillo, 23

    Vestal Ave.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charge:            Obstructing governmental administration, misdemeanor

     

    Chloe M. Mahar, 20

    Ridge Terrace

    Albany, NY

    Charge:            Disorderly conduct, violation

     

    Mairead E. McCarran, 21

    Clarke St.

    Binghamton, NY

    Charge:            Resisting arrest, misdemeanor

     

    Those arrested individuals were transported to the Binghamton Police Department where they were processed on the charges and arraigned in City Court.

    Any further questions can be directed to the Broome County Division of Security at (607) 778-2107.