About Us
Our History
The RDNY came into being in April of 1955, when a small group of Retired New York City Detectives decided to get together for a social meeting. As a result of that meeting, the idea of forming an Association that could further assist retired Detectives with retirement benefits and to do charitable work came to fruition.
This group decided to meet again that following month to continue your efforts and also to begin a life long bond that law enforcement officers share, especially Detectives.
The RDNY Incorporated later that same year and became officially known as "The Retired Detectives of the City of New York". They adopted the motto "Fideliter Servimus", which means "We have served faithfully". Today we serve 1400 members and we are recognized as a Fraternal Organization within the Law Enforcement Community.
Present Day:
The RDNY meets every second Wednesday of the month. The location varies from borough to borough. There will be notifications prior to the date.
Your 2025 RDNY Executive Board and Board of Directors :
President: Don Alesi
Chairman of the Board: Rich Santangelo
1st Vice President: Vic Cipullo
2nd Vice President: Kevin Kehoe
Treasurer: Jimmy Ropenus
Financial Secretary: Irma Rivera-Duffy
Secretary: Liz Circio
Sgt. at Arms: Adrian "AJ" Johnson
Historian: Hal Sherman
Chaplain: Msgr. Kevin Nelan
General Counsel: Richard Katz
Board of Directors:
Sal Canto
Judy Newton
Brian Carroll
Tim Connolly
Peggy Hopkins
Brian Hunt
George Fahrbach
Nick Masi
John Beale
Edward Ruvane
Jack Ryan
Ervin Urbina
CONGRATULATIONS ERICA BUKOWIECKI OUR MAY "ARDY " HONOREE
PAST ARDY HONOREES
CONGRATULATIONS, SERGEANT KEVIN KEENAN AND DETECTIVE JOHN COMER
From the RDNY with Mechanic and Associates and Metlife
MORE PHOTOS FROM 2024
Past meeting
Thank you for attending!
Mark your calendar, meetings are every 2nd Wednesday of the month
This film was produced by two Retired Members, RDNY member Tony Mok and Chris Suarez.
Thought it would be if interest and to support our people where possible. Info regarding where it’s available is on IMDB.
New Book!
This is the true story of two New York City Detectives, Ted Farace and Andrew Camera,
and their careers as “Bunco Rollers” investigating the street hustlers committing crimes
what was known as confidence games.
The 1970s was a violent time for the citizens of New York and other major cities across
the country. Crime was up on every level, homicides, robberies, burglaries, and
confidence games. The Pigeon Drop, Handkerchief Switch, Pony TV, and Gypsy
Swindles were common street hustles in New York City during those years, known as
the confidence games. In the world of confidence operators, Ted and Andy were better
known by their street names, Backstage and Soft-Shoes from 1972 to1979.
Adding to their seven years of success, they were joined by a confidential Informant
who had participated in confidence games, nationwide. This informant furnished
information that led to the arrests of individuals wanted for major crimes.
The Informant, reconnected with Detective Ted Farace, "Backstage" in 2024 after losing
contact for almost 50 years. She rekindled the desire in contributing to this book and
was one of the main characters that inspired the publication of this true story.
Available on Amazon books
Announcements
WTC INFORMATION
Below are summaries with URLs to news articles on the effort to ensure that the World Trade Center Health Program is fully funded. An archive of past articles year by year can by found on the Citizens for the Extension of the James Zadroga Inc. website here.
June 13, 2024 — Newsday — Stony Brook University 9/11 study: Dementia spike among Ground Zero responders
First responders at Ground Zero show a far higher rate of dementia than the general population and are a reminder of the “devastating consequences” from working at the pile, according to a new study.
June 12, 2024 — Stony Brook University News — Study Shows Increased Rates of Dementia in 9/11 Responders with More Exposure to Toxins
A new study that evaluates more than 5,000 WTC responders indicates that those who had more exposures to WTC-related toxins have dementia at a higher rate than other responders.
June 12, 2024 — Modern Healthcare — MD Anderson accused of cutting off sick 9/11 responders
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is disrupting care for three dozen patients sickened while responding to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack over a payment dispute, the advocacy organization 9/11Health Watch alleges.
June 12, 2024 — JAMA Network Open — Incidence of Dementia Before Age 65 Years Among World Trade Center Attack Responders
In this cohort study including 5010 World Trade Center general responders aged a median of 53 years, the incidence of dementia before age 65 was higher in responders who were more severely exposed.
June 12, 2024 — CBS News — 9/11 first responders with severe debris exposure have higher risk of dementia, study finds
Researchers at Stony Brook University in New York found severe exposure to building debris was significantly associated with a higher risk of dementia before age 65.
June 11, 2024 — Daily Mail — Rudy Giuliani’s lawyer says former NYC mayor may have a lung disease related to 9/11
Attorneys Gary C. Fischoff and Joan A. Keely, acting on behalf of Giuliani, alleged in a 17-page court filing that the politician’s potential condition could limit his ‘future health’ and ‘future earning capacity’.
June 3, 2024 — Utica Observer Dispatch — Former Utica Fire Chief Russell Brooks dies at age 75; responded to Ground Zero after 9/11
The city went on to say Brooks dedicated his career to the residents of Utica and put his life into making the Utica Fire Department the best in the country.
May 31, 2024 — FDNY — FDNY Leadership visits new September 11th exhibit on the anniversary of the end to rescue efforts at Ground Zero
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh and other FDNY officials visited the 9/11 Memorial & Museum on Thursday, May 30, 2024, to view a new exhibit.
May 31, 2024 — The Journal News — Westchester officials, loved ones commemorate 9/11 first responders lost to illness
Members of Westchester County’s First Responders 9/11 Health-Related Illnesses Committee and other county officials came together on the solemn anniversary.
May 31, 2024 — amNY — 9/11 Memorial ceremony sheds light on health issues still plaguing rescue workers
Although May 30, 2002, marked the end of recovery efforts at Ground Zero, the health issues that would plague many rescue workers and civilians for years to come were only just beginning.
May 24, 2024 — 9/11 Memorial & Museum — Illness and Advocacy After 9/11
“Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11” is a new installation exploring the impacts of the toxic dust that blanketed city streets and coated the insides of homes, businesses, and schools in the area.
May 23, 2024 — SurvivorNet — Heroic Police Officer, 60, Was Among the First To Respond to 9/11 Attacks, Now Decades Later He’s Battling Cancer Linked to Ground Zero
He is among thousands of people in and around Ground Zero on that horrific day that dealt with lingering health effects many years later.
May 17, 2024 — WNYT NewsChannel 13 — State trooper who died from 9/11-related illness memorialized in Washington
New York State Trooper Nicholas Georgeadis, 52, from Wilton died last year from a 9/11 related illness. Now he’ll be forever etched in our nation’s memory.
May 16, 2024 — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer — Gottheimer Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Victims of Terrorism
The act has been broadly endorsed by 9/11 victims’ advocacy groups, including 9/11 Children for Justice, 9/11 Justice, 9/11 Families United, and the Family Steering Committee of the 9/11 Commission.
May 16, 2024 — Spectrum News NY1 — Rep. Lawler introduces bill aimed at shoring up terror victim compensation fund
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers introduced legislation Thursday to shore up a fund that compensates victims of terror attacks, including Sept. 11.
May 15, 2024 — The Chief-Leader — ‘Revived’ 9/11 Worker Protection panel remains dormant
Although state lawmakers in 2020 passed legislation reconvening a 9/11worker’s protection task force, none of state officials responsible for nominating the panel’s members appear to have done so.
May 15, 2024 — The Chief-Leader — City transit workers still awaiting 9/11 disability benefits
Although a profusion of state and federal legislation granted disability benefits to civil service workers who worked at the site, city transit workers have so far been shut out.
May 8, 2024 — London Review of Books — Dallas Penn
Penn never stopped playing the fool, and was so funny and self-effacing it was easy to overlook how smart and pointed he was.
May 7, 2024 — Lung — Interstitial Lung Disease and Progressive Pulmonary Fibrosis: a World Trade Center Cohort 20-Year Longitudinal Study
The prevalence of post-9/11 ILD was more than two-fold greater than the general population.
HELP WANTED
Integrated Security is looking to hire a person for a Safety and Security Coordinator position at a private school in Manhattan. Prior Law Enforcement Experience is required
Compensation: $50 per hour, (non salaried) more than 40 hours in a week will be paid at overtime rate of $75.00 per hour.
Benefits:
2 weeks annual Paid Vacation
2 weeks annual Paid Leave (designated school closure December holidays & spring or winter break)
9 Paid holidays (New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day)
1-week annual paid sick time (or more as determined by NYS/NYC labor laws)
Estimated Annual Compensation: $104,000.00 not including overtime.
If interested please email resume to:
John Wilde
Managing Director
Integrated Security Services, Inc.
This person is to assist in all facets of implementing and improving the School’s robust safety program. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with relevant leadership experience regarding best practices on school safety, de-escalation techniques, security technology and establishing relationships with constituents and local law enforcement. The Safety &. Security Coordinator will work under the general direction of the Director of Facilities and closely with the Security Manager to collaboratively safeguard all members of the community, whether on school premises or school-related off-site events.
Responsibilities:
Oversee and directly manage the school’s emergency response plans on a continuous basis, incorporating up to date best practices along with input from the school community.
Lead the safety team and oversee crisis management procedures and training including the administration of active threat, severe weather and fire drills.
Coordinate internally with academic divisions in the administration of safety drills, in accordance with NYS law and school needs.
Coordinate and lead training sessions to multiple audiences on drills; including fire response, active shooter/emergency, shelter in place and lockdown/lockout.
Reporting and documenting security related incidents, and direct investigations as needed.
In concert with the Director of Facilities and IT Department, maintain the building’s security and access control infrastructure and make recommendation for improvements.
Build relationships with and collaborate with local precinct and other law enforcement agencies.
Work closely with other private schools and community partners on best practices and matters related to school safety.
Qualifications:
Strong understanding and experience with fire codes, security best practices, especially within a school setting,
Practical experience with security technology and equipment such as IP cameras, alarm systems and access control software
Ability to present oral and written communications
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate to different constituent groups.
NYPD Licensing Division Online
The License Division is processing new applications as well as renewals online for UMOS retirees. The process should be completed online, and in-person business is generally not required.
To submit an application or renewal, the member must go to the License Division’s public website at https://licensing.nypdonline.org/app-instruction/.
Follow the instructions on the site to create an account and submit the application/renewal.
With regard to renewals, MOS should not submit their online application until they receive their renewal letter by mail.
If there are any questions, the following phone numbers and email addresses are available:
New Retiree Applications – Phone (646) 610-5536
or email --
DG_LIC-Retirees@nypd.org
Retiree Renewals and Extensions – Phone (646) 610-6558
Or email –
DG_LIC-HandgunRenewals@nypd.org
PC Richards
P.C. Richard & Son Is Available For DEA Members
If you are in need of a critical appliance or household goods at this time — such as a refrigerator, stove, or mattress — please know that P.C. Richard & Son is up and running and can service our DEA members’ needs.
This family owned and operated business is a reliable retailer dealing in essential household goods. Joe Morrone, the Director of Sales at P.C. Richard & Son, will provide our DEA members with great service at an affordable price. His sales team is ready and able to deliver product during this precarious time.
All store managers are currently available to service our needs with the following protocols:
Store hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.;
Curbside pickup available at the stores;
Curbside delivery available for you;
Farmingdale warehouse available for pick up.
Feel free to email Joe Morrone directly for any help you may need with making a purchase from P.C. Richard at Joe.morrone@pcrichard.com
You can also call his cell phone at (516) 984-6693.
Stay safe and healthy. We will get through this together.
MOS (Active and Retired) Assistance Resources -
YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
If you need help, call someone.
If you know of someone that needs help, call someone.
http://www.nypd2.org/retirement/home.html
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nypd/careers/human-resources-info/mental-health.page
If you receive care from the 9/11Medical Monitoring Services they also have outstanding social services, counseling and mental health services available.
https://www.cdc.gov/wtc/clinics.html
MERRICK FINANCIAL GROUP
How confident are you that your assets will cover your financial goals and lifestyle through your retirement years? Merrick Financial Group has been working with MOS through the accumulation phase, transitioning through the retirement process and during the retirement years. Our advisors have over 175 years of experience in addition to our retired NYPD staff members who have over 150 years of experience.
Let the professionals at Merrick Financial Group assist you to achieve your financial goals. Our services include financial and retirement planning, investments strategies, life insurance, college savings and estate planning. Click the link to schedule your complimentary appointment at merrickfinancialgroup.comor call 516-868-0044.
Back The Blue Event October 24
2025 Member Dues
2025 Dues
$40.00
All dues will now be $40. PLEASE DOWNLOAD, FILL OUT AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION FORM FOUND ABOVE THE PAYMENT BUTTONS ON THIS PAGE. YOU CAN EMAIL IT TO INFO@RDNY.ORG OR SNAIL MAIL IT. PLEASE INDICATE IF YOU PAID THROUGH PAYPAL IF APPLICABLE.