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TRI-STATE TIMES - CONFERENCE NEWSLETTER
NEW JERSEY – NEW YORK - PENNSYLVANIA
June 2016
TRI-STATE CONFERENCE BOARD
CHAIRMAN
Guy Cook, NY XVIII
33 Guymard Tpke.
Middletown, NY 10940
Home: 845-386-2852
ultra02@frontiernet.net
SECRETARY
Myron Joseph, NY IX
720 Pellham Rd. Apt. 5-J
New Rochelle, NY 10805
Cell: 914-879-9394
mjtristatesec@aol.com
VICE-CHAIRMAN
Don Parker, NY IV
2504 Rte. 246
Perry, NY 14530
Home: 585-237-3932
Cell: 585-739-3465
dapnyiv@yahoo.com
INT’L REPRESENTATIVE
Russ Harper, NY XVIII
7 Palmer Ave
Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
Cell: 914-588-4912
rhh57@aol.com
TREASURER
Keith Bowers, PA XIV
630 E. Guardlock Dr.
Lock Haven, PA 17745
Cell: 570-279-7883
kebowers@hotmail.com
STATE REPRESENTATIVES
NEW JERSEY
Frank Fallaw, NJ XI
844 Mermaid Ave
Beachwood, NJ 08722
Home: 732-341-3192
Cell: 732-814-9488
Lightshipkepr@verizon.net
NEW YORK
Keith Lipsey, NY XX
61 Stewart Avenue, Suite 313
Newburgh, NY 12550
Cell: 845-505-1557
bknyxx@gmail.com
PENNSYLVANIA
Dominic Squillace, PA X
156 Westbrook Drive
Clifton Heights, Pa. 19018
Cell: 610-888-7877
bkbigtime1@comcast.net
CHAPLAIN
SAFETY OFFICER
James “Odie” Odenheimer, PA VII
408 Cline St.
East Pittsburgh, PA. 15112
Home: 412-823-8292
Cell: 412-260-7058
odie408@gmail.com
Sal Salamone, NY XVI
196-56 45th Avenue
Flushing, NY 11358
Phone: 718-423-6948
ssalfund@msn.com
BLUE KNIGHTS PLEDGE: As a Blue Knight, I pledge to act with honor and pride to promote motorcycling and
motorcycle safety by being an example of the safe use, operation and enjoyment of motorcycles. I will work at all
times to improve the relationship between the motorcycling law enforcement community and the general public. The
fraternal spirit will always guide me in relating to other Blue Knights.
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The Chairman’s Chair: Guy Cook, NY XVIII
The BLUE KNIGHTS Int’l Convention took place June 17th thru the 24th and was hosted
by PA V in Harrisburg, PA. I want to thank the members and family of PA V for doing a
fine job of hosting this event.
The Board of Governors held their Executive Board elections during the BOG
meeting and the following were elected to a two year term: Chairman-Rory MacConnell,
Vice Chairman-Cal Ennals, Secretary-Jim Borza, and Treasurer-Mike Rickard.
GA XVI will be hosting the 2018 Int’l Convention.
During the General Membership meeting all resolutions that were up for ratification by the general
membership were passed except for the resolution that would have increased the annual membership
dues. That resolution was voted down. The Int’l dues structure remains the same with no increases to
membership dues or the bronze or silver tier dues. For more information, please read the General
Membership minutes when they become available (they will be posted in the Members Only section of
the Int’l website).
NY XXV is working hard on planning the 2016 Fall TSC Convention. It’s not too early to make your
plans to attend this fun event. For more information, please go to the TSC website www.bktsc.org and
click on the TSC Fall Conference button or go to NY XXV’s website at www.bkny25.com.
That’s what I have for now. I look forward to seeing you on the road or at upcoming BLUE KNIGHTS
events. Everyone have a safe and happy “Fourth of July” weekend.
Ride safe and “Ride with Pride”
Guy
From the Vice-Chairman: Don Parker, NY IV
Hello Brother and Sisters Knights,
As I write this, many of you are returning home from the 2016 International Convention.
For those that are, I hope you had a wonderful time. I know PA V put a ton of work into
trying to make it the best time possible for you. Unfortunately work and some major
family commitments keep me at home this year. I am sorry I missed it, especially with if being held in
our own back yard.
I really have little to report to you this month as I have not heard any reviews yet from the Convention
or the meetings other than I did hear that the Membership Meeting was a long one. I do want to
congratulate our own TSC Members Cal Ennals and Jim Borza for their elections to the Board of
Governors.
Now that the convention is over, I hope you all will turn your sights towards our Fall TSC Weekend.
NY XXV is hosting in Matamoras, PA and it promises to be another great time. Please keep
participating in all the great events that chapters are conducting this season and try your best to hit at
least one new one. Myron is doing a great job keeping the ride schedule up to date and I am continually
posting new events as they come in on the Events page of the TSC website. I encourage you all to use
these tools to find BK events of interest and then attend them.
That’s about all I have for this month. I hope you all make the best out of our riding season and stay
safe out there.
Ride with Pride
Don
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TSC Updates: Secretary Myron Joseph, NY IX
The 42nd International Convention has come and gone. I would like to thank Dean
and Tom and the members of PA 5 for hosting the convention, they did an awesome
job. It was good to see some familiar faces and meet some new ones. I have included
several photographs from the convention in this newsletter that were sent to me by TriState members.
Sandy and Tiny from WI VI are rearing to go for the 43rd International Convention, they made a
presentation at the General meeting. They have a lot in store for us next year. Hopefully I will see some
of your there.
My Angels spring soccer team the “ Lady Hurricane’s” have finished their season with and
impressive record of 9 – 2. Her Softball team, The “Angels” didn’t so well. They didn’t win a game
during the season, but at least the girls are enjoying themselves and at the same time learning a lot about
the game. She did make the all-star team, but they also lost the first game and the first game in the losers
division. She is already looking forward to next year’s season.
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TRI-State Conference News:
It’s that time again, Tri-State Conference Board Elections. Anyone who is desiring to run for one
of the elected positions on the board, MUST have their Nomination forms to me by August 10, 2016. At
this time all the current members of the board are seeking the same positions for another two years. (I
don’t know why. I think we are all just crazy and enjoy the comradery.)
I have received all of the 2016 Chapter Contact and Event forms. I just want to say thank you to all
that have sent them in. I have added the new contact information to my email distribution lists. I have
left the old contact on as long as they are still members. If you don’t wish to be on the list, just send me
an email and I will remove you.
All Tri-State Chapters have paid their tri-state dues to Keith Bowers. Now is a good time to remember
to file your chapter IRS form 990-N.
Next President’s Meeting will be Saturday October 08, 2016 at 1300Hrs. NY XXV will be hosting the
meeting in Matamoras, Pennsylvania.
2016 TSC Fall conference weekend will be hosted by BK NY XXV. The dates for the next scheduled
TSC Fall Weekend are: OCTOBER 7 - 10, 2016 in Matamoras, PA right near where our 3 great states
all meet. NY XXV's Announcement about the event and Registration form are now available and the
Host Hotel is now taking reservations.
Hotel Reservation MUST be made directly via the Best Western @ (570) 491-2400
Specify Blue Knights when calling to ensure group rate.
Overflow Hotel Information
Hampton Inn, Matamoras PA (570) 491-5280
Deadline for Hotel Room Group Rate is August 7th, 2016
*Reservations made after this date are not guaranteed group rate*
Deadline for Weekend Registration is September 23, 2016
http://www.bknyxxv.com/2016-tri-state-conference
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Dominic Squillace, Tri-State PA Representative, is spearheading the ordering of the Tri-State Blue
Knight knife’s and Golf Shirts, and asks anyone who is interested, to please contact him directly.
If you want a coin(s) please contact me directly. They are $10.00 apiece and $2.00 for shipping and
handling. If you order a large quantity, I will provide you with the shipping and handling costs after I get
it from the Post Office. I have enclosed a copy of the artwork on the coin for your review.
The next Spring Presidents meeting is being hosted by NY IX and the date is May 06, 2017 in the
City of New Rochelle. See below for the hotel information. There is plenty to do for the whole family,
all within walking distance of the hotel, if you want to make it a family trip for the weekend. New Roc
City has Regal Cinemas, FunFuzion and by next year May, a trampoline center.
The host chapter (my chapter) will be selling raffle tickets for a 55 inch Samsung smart TV, along
with a cash prize. So stay tuned for the tickets.
Thank you for choosing the Radisson New Rochelle for Blue Knight’s Tri State Conference sleeping rooms!
The block is now open for your guests to start booking.
If your guests prefer to book online please have them go to www.radisson.com
- Destination: New Rochelle
- Check in date:
- Check out date:
- Enter Promotional Code: BLUKNI
Of course, they also still have the option of calling the hotel directly at 914-576-3700 ext. 237 or '0' for the
operator. They will need just the group name; Blue Knights Tri State Group. They can also call into central
reservations at 800-333-3333.
**As a reminder, guests have until 04-01-17 to book within the block at the discounted rate and availability.
After that date, any rooms not reserved will be released back into our hotel inventory. Any guests booking after
the cutoff date, are subject to paying the regular hotel rate, if available.
International News:
The Board of Governors held their Executive Board elections during the BOG meeting and the
following were elected to a two year term: Chairman-Rory MacConnell, Vice Chairman-Cal Ennals,
Secretary-Jim Borza, and Treasurer-Mike Rickard.
June 16th – 21th, 2016 is the 43nd International Convention being hosted by WI VI, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The
Host Hotel:Hilton Milwaukee City Center
509 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, USA. Tel# 414 – 271 - 7250.
Room Rate: $109.00/ night plus applicable taxes and fees
No reservations can be made until July 25, 2016.
As always,
Ride safe and “Ride with Pride”
Myron
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Tri – State Chaplain Jim Odenheimer
Greetings Tri-State Blue Knights,
By now all of you have returned from the International convention in Harrisburg and
should be recovered from having a wonderful time. Kudos to Pa V and Tom Taylor and
his staff for a job very well done!
Last month I spoke about the laws of man. As each of you know through your profession, mankind
has created volumes of laws to deal with almost any situation that could arise, factual as well as
fictional. There are civil laws and criminal laws. Sometimes they both intertwine and become almost
unmanageable. I remember many times filing a criminal complaint, and reviewing the initial charges
with the DA's office to make sure we hadn't forgotten anything. There were many times we had to file a
amended complaint to add what we had forgotten, or didn't even think was applicable. Any time
mankind gets involved with improving something, it never fails that the end product is screwed up. The
law I'm talking about is the Law of God, more commonly known as the 10 commandments.
The 10 commandments are found in the Old Testament in the book of exodus, chapter 20. Later in
the New Testament (Matthew 22, 36-40), Jesus summarized them into just two commandments. When
questioned by the religious experts of the day, they asked him “Teacher, which is the greatest
commandment of the Law? Jesus replied, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and all your soul,
and all your mind, this is the first and greatest commandment, and the second is like it, love your
neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the prophets hang on these two commandments." The first
commandment given by Jesus covers the first four of the original 10 commandments, and the second
one covers the last six. How in the world have we managed to distort something so simple and profound
into the Laws we expect people to follow today? I used to joke with fellow officers that if people just
followed one half of the 10 commandments, we would all probably be out of a job. Actually it's far
simpler than that. Just follow the two commandments that Jesus gave and the unemployment line would
be full of unemployed police officers, corrections officers, as well as probation and parole officers. We
wouldn't need a complex Court system, and that would eliminate the need for lawyers and that whole
industry fueled by human pain and suffering. As I see it, there's no down side to this idea.
I can still vividly remember the many local lawsuits and Court battles to have images of the 10
Commandments removed from our schools and other public buildings, including my local Courthouse.
The ACLU and other "do gooder" groups said they were offended by having to be exposed to a
Christian influence. What idiots they now appear to be. The original 10 Commandments have appeared
in many codified books of Law in one form or another since well before the time of Christ. When God
handed them down to Moses, there was no concept of Christianity, just people who followed God, and
people who didn't. We have a loving and merciful God who gave us a simple 10 step program to live
the beautiful and prosperous life he intended for us. The 10 Commandments are nothing more than
common sense, you know what they say, and “you can't legislate common sense". I know as I grow
older, I try and simplify my life as I learn from past experience and mistakes just what is important and
what isn't. I wish I had looked at life then as I do now. With all my heart I try to follow the first of
Jesus's commandments. God is #1 in my life. That one was kind of easy when I was able to sort out my
priorities. The second Commandment of "Love your Neighbor as yourself" is still a work in progress.
While we all want and hope to see the best in our neighbors, sooner or later, one of them does something
really stupid, and we react with the appropriate response as dictated by our personal use of force policy.
As Law Enforcement Officers it's generally not in our DNA to turn the other cheek, or to try and
understand someone by walking a mile in their shoes. Too many of us, forgiveness must be earned and it
is something we rarely give out for free. There lies the problem. What we now seem to have is a
society that has no common sense, and doesn't follow many of the 10 Commandments, if any at all, and
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a Law Enforcement community that reacts with a lack of understanding, often seeing the act of criminal
behavior absent from the person who committed the violation or the reason behind the action.
There is much we as individuals we can't change. What each of us can change is our attitude. The
term, "it is what it is” is outdated. What it needs to become is "it is what we make it". Follow Jesus's
summation of the 10 Commandments, and everything in your life will fall into place!
Ride With Pride, and Please wear your helmets, (none of us has any extra brains to spare)
Faithfully yours in Christ,
Chaplain Odie
TSC SAFETY OFFICER: Sal Salamone NY XVI
Are You HOT???
Summer’s on the way, and we look forward to lots of great riding this season. But
riding in hot weather presents special challenges for the motorcycle rider.
When our body temperatures get too high we can suffer. Yes, we can be slightly uncomfortable, but
that’s least of our worries. More importantly if the situation continues we will manifest both physical
and mental problems that can be nothing short of dangerous. Mentally, we will be dealing with a loss of
concentration and ability to think clearly. Physically we will have to deal with such issues as cramps,
headaches and nausea. Some of these are due directly to heat and some to dehydration, but in the end,
problems are problems. Of course the best way to deal with heat and dehydration is to avoid them.
Experienced riders know to travel at times of the day when the ambient temperature is lower, such as at
night or early morning. It’s cooler at higher elevations, so if you have a choice of routes, consider a
higher road. If you are going to be riding in hot weather, here are some things you can do to mitigate the
problems heat and dehydration can cause. Stay hydrated! Drink lots of water, and stay away from
beverages that actually cause your body to eliminate water, such as alcoholic beverages, soda pop,
coffee and tea. Consider using a water bladder as you ride, such as a Camelbak or similar product.You
can sip water as you ride. Drink enough water so that you don’t ever feel thirsty, because once you feel
thirsty you are behind the power curve.Keep the sun and hot breeze off your skin. Yes, even in the heat,
cover up with a mesh riding jackets. It’s wonderful! You will notice its cooler to wear this jacket in hot
weather than to wear no jacket at all. If you don’t have one of those jackets, wear a lightweight shirt,
preferably light in color as well. Try an evaporative cooler/bandanna. They have crystals sewn inside
them that absorb water and keep your neck cool. These things are effective. When at rest/gas stops, open
up your jacket and wet down your shirt, then close your jacket again. When you begin riding again you
will feel much cooler. Many great rides can be done in hot weather if the proper precautions are taken.
Enjoy!
CHAPTER UPDATES
NY 2
We have a new chapter challenge coin for sale. Check out our website for more information.
NY 6
We wish to announce we have a new member for NY VI Chapter, Christopher Wrubel. Retired
C/Schenectady PD
We would like to welcome the following new members, Michael Essig, Robert Vogel and Frederick
Ametrano. Members attended the Spring President’s Meeting, Americade and the 42nd international convention in
Harrisburg.
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NY 16 We would like to welcome two new members to our chapter Alex Acevedo and Jack Echeverri .
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This past month our members attended the Tri-State Spring Presidents Meeting, The Nassau County Police
Department annual Family Day and the dedication of a monument in memory of slain Police Officer Brian Moore
in Plainedge Park Long Island. Officer Moore was gunned down on May 4, 2015 in Queen New York.
The finishing touches have been completed for our 11th annual “COPSRUN Memorial Ride.” Our ride
will take place on July 24th and we believe that it will be our best ride to date. All we need is the continuing
support of our Brother and Sister BLUE KNIGHTS to make this event a success. This event helps fund our
donation to COPS through BLUE KNIGHTS COPSRUN. For more information on this event please see our flyer
at www.bktsc.org under the events section. You can also contact Guy Cook at 845-386-2852 or Stan Young at
845-727-2974. This event starts and ends at Italiana’s Restaurant, 253 South Little Tor Rd, New City, NY 10956.
Registration starts at 9 am and ends at 11 am. Come early for coffee and donuts. Lunch follows the ride. There
will be door prizes, 50-50, music, etc. Our chapter is looking forward to your support.
8 Chapter and Family members attended the BLUE KNIGHTS Int’l Convention at Harrisburg, PA.
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PRESIDENT
INTERNATIONAL OFFICERS
DJ ALVAREZ
president@blueknights.org
281-642-8716
VICE PRESIDENT
JERRY BRYAN
vicepresident@blueknights.org
918-994-7313
SECRETARY
KAREN BORZA
secretary@blueknights.org
717-991-6176
TREASURER
JOHN GORDON
treasurer@blueknights.org
740-465-9212
PAST PRESIDENT
BOB FLANAGAN
conbob@roadrunner.com
727-524-6314
BOG CHAIRMAN
HARRY SHAW
bog.chair@blueknights.org
016-14961832
EUROPEAN
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CONTACTS
KOEN HUTSE
koen.hutse@gmail.com
477-653-060
GREAT LAKES
DENNIS HAFEMAN
bkwrongway1@aol.com
414-327-1045
MASON-DIXON
JOHN R BULL JR
jbullbkmd3@gmail.com
410-255-8062
MID WEST REGIONAL
BRIAN GADD
bgadd@live.com
507-828-6503
NORTHEAST
SERGE FOURNIER
nec.rep@blueknights.org
819-562-3331
RIO GRAND
CHUCK DORAN
cdoran1443@sbcglobal.net
956-748-3328
SOUTHERN REGIONAL
BRAD TOLLEFSON
bdtollefson@nola.gov
504-957-7948
SOUTHWEST
JOHN LOPOTOSKY
jloposky@gmail.com
951-303-4163
TRI-STATE
RUSS HARPER
rhh57@aol.com
914-271-2167
UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND
JOHN RADCLIFFE
radcliffe-j@sky.com
170-652-5244
WEST COAST
KARL B HUTCHINSON rpdmotor33@yahoo.com
BLUE KNIGHTS INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
BESSIE SMALL (OFFICE MANAGER)
38 ALDEN STREET
InternationalOffice@BlueKnights.org
BANGOR, ME 04401
916-768-0437
207-947-4600
** REMINDERS **
Please send me an updated Chapter Contact Form whenever your Chapter changes Officers and/or Contacts.
The form is available on the Join Us/Chapters page of the TSC Website.
NEWSLETTER DEADLINE: SUBMIT YOUR CHAPTER INFORMATION BEFORE THE 25 th OF EACH MONTH.
Please email me your event fliers. All fliers will be forwarded to Chapters & posted on the Events Page of our website www.bktsc.org
Myron Joseph, Tri-State Conference Secretary
*** As always: Ride with Pride ***
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Comment [JM1]:
Blue Knights International
Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc.
TRI-STATE CONFERENCE
2016 RIDE EVENT SCHEDULE
(As Of 06/01/16)
GREEN is TSC Meetings and Weekends, BLACK is Chapter Events, RED is Area
Conference Events, BLUE is International Events
Date
Chapter
Event
JANUARY
Contact or Website
Flyer
Contact or Website
www.bkmdc.org
Flyer
Date
Chapter
12 – 14 VA 13
Event
FEBRUARY
MDC Winter Meeting
Date
Chapter
05
NY 14
20 – 22 OH 25
Event
MARCH
Contact or Website
2nd Bus to Sands Casino, Bethlehem, PA www.blueknightsnyxiv.com
GLRC Spring Conference
www.bkglrc.com
Flyer
No
Event
Contact or Website
Flyer
www.blueknightsnj1.com
www.psp-hemc.org
Yes
Yes
Date
17
30
Chapter
NJ 1
PA 5
APRIL
Lyons & Peterka Memorial Run
Soldiers of the Law Memorial Ride
Date
07
07
14
15
17
21
27 – 30
Chapter
NJ 11
PA 9
NY 24
NJ 8
NJ 01
NJ 01
KY 02
Event
MAY
Contact or Website
TSC Spring Presidents Meeting
2016 Pittsburgh Bridge Meeting
www.blueknightsmcpgh9.com
5th Annual Blue Friday Fallen Off. Mem ride. pfox1@nycap.rr.com
Fr. John J. Quinlan Mem Bike Blessing
Toys for Tots
juice210@verizon.net
Family Picnic
juice210@verizon.net
MDC Spring Meeting
www.bkmdc.org
Flyer
Date
11
12
15
10-12
17-24
Chapter
NY 07
NY 03
NJ 09
WV 02
PA V
Event
JUNE
Annual Road King Al Memorial BBQ
Rolling Thunder
Gooch’s Garlic Run
Wild & Wonderful Knights
International Convention 2016
Contact or Website
ny7@blueknights.org
Flyer
Date
24
31
31
Chapter
NY 18
NJ 04
PA 16
Event
JULY
COPSRUN Memorial Ride
25th Anniversary run & party
Annual Blue Ride
Contact or Website
www.bknyxviii.org
blueknightsnj4newark@live.com
dave.richards114@comcast.net
Flyer
Yes
Yes
Date
07
13 -14
28
Chapter
NJ 03
NY 02
NJ 5
Event
AUGUST
Knights in the Woods
Annual Suicide Run
Boardwalk Ride & BBQ
Contact or Website
jjoy1354@yahoo.com
www.blueknightsny2.org
www.blueknightsnjv.org
Flyer
No
Yes
Date
02 – 5
04
16 – 18
Chapter
VA 02
PA 21
NH I & IV
Event
SEPTEMBER
MDC Fall Meeting
Ride for Kids
North East Conference
Contact or Website
www.bkmdc.org
www.blueknightspa21.org
morin13john@comcast.net
Flyer
No
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mlittle_2@msn.com
marty.e.mcnulty@gmail.com
dhooper@excellenceinc.com
yes
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
18
25
NY 12
NY 14
COTA Ride for Samantha
3rd Annual Support our Hero’s poker run
mtgorm@aol.com
www.blueknightsnyxiv.com
Yes
Flyer
Date
Chapter
02
NJ 15
07– 10 NY XXV
16
NJ 09
Event
OCTOBER
Frost Pumpkin Poker Run
TSC Fall Conference Weekend
Make-A-Wish Ride
Contact or Website
www.blueknights15.com
mlittle_2@msn.com
Yes
NO
Date
Chapter
Event
NOVEMBER
Contact or Website
Flyer
Date
Chapter
Event
DECEMBER
Contact or Website
Flyer
Date
Chapter
Event
JANUARY 2017
Contact or Website
01
NJ 09
New Year’s Day Ride
mlittle_2@msn.com
Flyer
No
This is the 2016 Tristate Ride Schedule to date. Contact me with you Events or correction at mjtristatesec@aol.com.
The schedule and uploads of event fliers may be found on the Events page of the Conference website:
www.bktsc.org
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Blue Knights – New York XXV
International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club
Serving the Catskill and Hudson Valley Area
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35th ANNUAL TRI-STATE FALL CONFERENCE
Oktoberfest Weekend
Friday, October 7, 2016 – Monday, October 10, 2016
New York XXV would like to cordially invite you to be our guests for the 2016 Fall Conference
Weekend.
We have chosen the city of Matamoras, PA as our host site. Nestled in “The Gateway To
The Upper Delaware” the Tri-State area is steeped in history and home to countless opportunities
for its visitors. Our host facility will be the Best Western Inn at Hunt’s Landing in Matamoras,
PA. New York XXV has negotiated room rates of $110 per night which includes a full hot
breakfast daily. Jacuzzi rooms also available for $130 per night. Please register early to take
advantage of the great deal provided by the host hotel. Our overflow hotel will be the Hampton
Inn in Matamoras, PA for $139 a night. For those staying at the Hampton Inn, you will have the
option of purchasing breakfast at the host hotel.
NY XXV’s WEEKEND PACKAGE PRICE WILL BE:
$210.00 per Couple $110.00 per Single $60.00 per Child (ages 6 - 12)
Packages do not include breakfasts, as not all eat breakfast. Breakfast buffet will be available Saturday,
Sunday, and Monday for those staying in the host hotel
Room Reservation Must Be Made Directly Via The Hotel In Addition To Conference Registration .
Early bird raffle for those registered with NY XXV AND the hotel for a chance to win a suite for the weekend.
TENTATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR OKTOBERFEST
Friday: Registration, Vendors, and
Hospitality with plenty of drinks and Oktoberfest fare
Saturday: Breakfast (optional), Registration, Rides, Vendors, Games,
Presidents Meeting, Ladies activity, Buffet style dinner, Oktoberfest Theme Costume Party
w/Awards, Music and dancing, and Hospitality room with snacks
Sunday: Breakfast (optional), Rides, Vendors, Games, Time for plenty of recreational activities,
Hospitality room,
Banquet, and More Hospitality with snacks.
Monday: Breakfast (optional) and Departures.
Hotel Reservation MUST be made directly via the Best Western @ (570) 491-2400
Specify Blue Knights when calling to ensure group rate.
Deadline for hotel group rate is 8/7/2016. Deadline for weekend registration is
9/23/16
Ride with Pride,
NY XXV 2016 TSC Weekend Event Committee
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BLUE KNIGHTS NJXV CHALLENGES BLUE KNIGHTS MEMBERS
GLOBALLY
1. Each member will complete a photo contest entry form available on the
Blueknights15.com web site effective January 1, 2016. The challenge begins
January 1st and ends December 1st of each year.
2. The 2016 challenger words are ‘BLUE KNIGHTS’. Words must be spelled by
utilizing the first letter of a law enforcement agency name.
(ex. B = Belmar police, L = Lakewood Sheriff, U = Union County deputy, etc..)
3. A photo of each “letter” must be submitted with each challenger application,
Each photo (5 x 7) or (8 x 10) must contain:
(1) The Blue Knight wearing his/her colors
(2) The Blue Knight member’s motorcycle
(3) The law enforcement agency name from the Agency Headquarters sign
OR the full name viewable on the side of a marked patrol vehicle.
Photos may include more than one Blue Knight member and may include a law
enforcement official in uniform from that agency. Each Blue Knight Challenger’s name
membership number, chapter name/number/location and the “letter” information
should be recorded on the back of each photo. Remember, only one photo per letter is
permitted. Submissions will be accepted anytime during 2016, however submissions
for 2016 must be postmarked no later than December 1, 2016 to be considered for
2016.
Upon submission of the completed form, correct photos of this year’s phrase and a
money order or check in the amount of $15.00 payable to “Blue Knights NJ XV”, a
review of all challenger photos by the Challenger Committee will commence.
 There will be monthly review & notification to winners, based on postmarked
submission and/or date & time and awards will be issued accordingly.
 Inappropriate photos will be deemed unacceptable and fee is nonrefundable.
 Each member/entrant must submit his/her own set of photos and own entry fee.
(If a group photo is submitted, individual applications and fee must be submitted)
Successful Challengers will be issued:
The EXCLUSIVE CHALLENGE PATCH and
Winners’ name(s), Chapter #/location and number in order of winning will be posted on
the Blue Knights 15 website and submitted in final winning order to Blue Knights
International Magazine for publication each year.
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Each year a Rocker “Winner 2016” (2017, etc.) will be awarded with the patch.
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NY XVIII members
Current PA and NJ Reps with past Tri-State chairman and their wives
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AVAILABLE NOW
Blue Knights Tri-State Conference Rescue Knife
International Sales Permit No. 6699314
$25.00 plus $5 shipping for each Knife
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name: ________________________________________________________
Street: ________________________________________________________
City:________________________________ St:_________ Zip:__________
Phone: (
) ____ - _______
Email: _____________________________
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Please allow 6 – 8 weeks for delivery
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Tri-State Challenge Coins
$10.00 Each / $2.00 shipping for each coin
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name: ________________________________________________________
Street: ________________________________________________________
City:________________________________ St:_________ Zip:__________
Phone: _____ - _____ - _______
Email: ____________________________
I wish to order _____ (no.) Coins @ $10.00 ea. Total: $ ______________
Shipping: $2.00 ea.
TOTAL ENCLOSED:
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Make Checks Payable to: Blue Knights Tri-State Conference
Mail Order to: Myron Joseph, Tri-State Secretary
720 Pelham Road, Apt 5J, New Rochelle, NY. 10805
Inquiries: 914-879-9394 or mjtristatesec@aol.com
Please allow 6 – 8 weeks for delivery
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Tri-State Conference
Golf/Polo Shirt
International Sales Permit No. 6713815
$30.00 - $38.00 depending on size
plus $10.00 Shipping each
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name: ___________________________________
Street: ___________________________________
City: _______________________ State: ____________________ Zip:___________
Phone:____________________ - - Email:
I wish to order
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Sub Total for shirts: $__________________________
Total Shirts:_____________________ X Shipping: @ $10.00 ea. $________________
TOTAL ENCLOSED_______________________________
Make Checks Payable to: Blue Knights Tri-State Conference
Mail Order to: Dominic Squillace, PA State Rep
156 Westbrook Drive Clifton Heights, Pa. 19018
Inquiries: 610-888-7877 or bkbigtime1@comcast.net
Please allow 6 – 8 weeks for delivery
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