WISA News and Events

Below is a list of recent news related to the Wisconsin Security Association

Per Mar Receives “Resideo Circle of Excellence” Award

DAVENPORT, Iowa– Per Mar Security Services, a leading provider of total security solutions for residential and commercial clients based in Davenport, IA, received the “Resideo Circle of Excellence” award in 2019.

The award is given to the dealers who show a true commitment to Resideo Intrusion, Video, Access and Fire, plus the authorized dealer program, and have also achieved total year-over-year growth and are active participants in the program. The dealers recognized constantly go above-and-beyond.

Brian Duffy, COO of Per Mar, said, “It is an honor to be recognized with the Resideo Circle of Excellence award. All the credit goes to our people at Per Mar for providing exceptional service to our customers.”

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Resideo Technologies Supports SIAC with $100,000 Donation

Frisco, Texas (May 31, 2019) – Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI), a leading global residential provider of critical comfort and security solutions, and distributor of low-voltage and security products

, is funding $100,000 to help promote the work of the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC). The announcement was made at ISC West in Las Vegas.

“SIAC has proven to be an effective advocate for our industry, which is subject to regulations from numerous municipal agencies across the United States,” said Niccolo de Masi, president of Products and Solutions, and chief innovation officer at Resideo. “At Resideo, we remain committed to the pro channel and our goal is to connect consumers with the do-it-for me professional dealer to help provide a safer home.”

SIAC has helped establish 15 state alarm management committees in association with state associations of chiefs of police. SIAC continues to monitor local and state-wide news for mentions of false alarms and new alarm ordinances, and proactively reaches out to communities to promote the model ordinance.

“By having one voice for our industry networking with law enforcement leaders and government officials, SIAC has helped develop and implement a model that allows our industry to function effectively. Our contribution will support this important work that protects our industry and the customers we serve,” said Alice DeBiasio, vice president and general manager, Residential Pro Security at Resideo.

“Consolidation in our industry has been a real challenge to funding our operations,” said Stan Martin, SIAC executive director. “Requests for our support by law enforcement agencies continues to increase. We recently received support for the model ordinance from the National Sheriffs’ Association and the National Association of Chiefs of Police.”

“SIAC does not sell products or services, we have no membership dues. We are a free resource to law enforcement as we strive to keep good and fair ordinances in place, maintain relationships with law enforcement leadership and work to eliminate onerous provisions that can be costly to dealers,” said Martin.

 

To donate by check, make payable to “SIAC” and mail to:
SIAC
13541 Stanmere Dr.
Frisco, TX 75035
Ph: (972) 377.9401

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For more information, please contact Stan Martin at 972-377-9401 or stan@siacinc.org

Important message from WISA President Stuart Brehm

Members of WISA,

On June 4th, 2019 the Electronic Security Association and state chapters, including WISA, voted to end the chapter agreement effective December 31st, 2019.

The Electronic Security Association and state chapters feel this change will bring more mobility among the national and state associations, in addition to its members. Going forward members will have the choice to be a part of ESA, WISA or both.

The WISA Board of Director is working hard exploring new opportunities and we’re excited for your participation. Meantime, WISA will continue to offer training classes, along with popular events like the Golf Outing, Award Ceremony, Holiday Party and Trade Show.

With these new changes in mind, we need your vote! On October 24that 5:00PM there will be a discussion and a vote on changes to WISA’s bylaws. We will also discuss the potential new landscape of training.

Location: WISA Trade Show at the Timber Rattler Stadium

2400 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton, WI 54913

When: 5:00PM-6:00PM.

WIESA Makes Donation to AIREF

WIESA Makes a Donated of $1000.00 to the AIREF to help research and education that serves the electronic security industry. Funds raised through the tournament will be funneled into initiatives that support workforce development efforts to attract more qualified talent to our growing and evolving industry.

Are you going to the event in Las Vegas in March , make sure you are on the look out for the new WIESA logo at this year golf event. It should be located at the Tee Box.

Tuesday, March 17 | Las Vegas

View the event details

What is AIREF

The Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF) serves as the research arm of the electronic security industry. This is AIREF’s mission: Everything we do should make our industry’s products and services more viable, reliable and relevant. We will continue on this mission as we support the security industry and all of those involved in it.

The NSA and IACP Endorse SIAC’s Model Alarm Ordinance

After many years of collaboration and deliberation, the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC) was successful in obtaining the endorsement of a Model Ordinance for False Alarm Reduction and Management by the National Sheriffs Association (NSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) during their respective annual membership meetings in 2018.

The NSA reviewed and endorsed the model ordinance during its annual meeting in June and most recently, the IACP membership voted in November to accept the board-approved resolution endorsing the model ordinance after its annual meeting.

The ordinance is established to set reasonable standards for users, ensure that alarm owners are held responsible for their use of alarm systems, and to encourage the use of security systems and best practices.

This is a significant development between law enforcement and the electronic security and life safety industries. As we have seen in cities like Sandy Springs, GA there are local government officials who adopt policies that run counter to best practices in alarm management.

The approved resolutions by the NSA and IACP of the model ordinance provides a powerful tool to local law enforcement and elected leaders who want to reduce false alarms and manage limited manpower for public safety, without compromising quality service delivery to citizens.

SIAC is supported by ESA, TMA, SIA and many industry leaders who understand the importance of its mission to reduce false alarms in a way that does not compromise public safety.

The endorsement by leading law enforcement associations in the country of its Model Ordinance demonstrates the great work SIAC does for the electronic security industry and the service it provides to law enforcement and the citizens it serves with alarm management practices that work.

To view the IACP resolution, click here.

by Chris Heaton – Vice President for Advocacy and Public Affairs

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