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MARSH CREEK OWNER’S ASSOCIATION SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY as their SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL –– February 20, 2012 American Eagle Sentry announces today that Marsh Creek Owner’s Association has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide security at their upscale St. Augustine area community.
American Eagle Sentry was selected to replace the community’s current provider, an international security company, because of its reputation of providing value enhanced security services with a concierge touch. “We liked that they focus on our type of community,” said Neil Beck, Chairman of the Safety and Security Committee. “Unlike most generalist security companies we focus on a niche market of private upscale communities, upscale resorts, upscale condominiums and upscale businesses,” added Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “This allows us to focus on the needs of upscale clients and to hire and train security officers that will deliver a concierge level of security.”
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Marsh Creek: Marsh Creek is an upscale private gated community located on the Intracoastal waterway in St. Johns County, St. Augustine, Florida and consists of 667 homes, a private clubhouse, tennis courts, golf course and other amenities. For additional information visit www.mcoa.us or www.marshcreek.com.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY’S EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT APPOINTED AS VICE-CHAIRMAN OF PIRSAC
 PALM COAST, FL – January 9, 2012 American Eagle Sentry announces today that Florida’s Private Investigative, Recovery Security Advisory Council (PIRSAC) voted at its December 2011 meeting to appoint American Eagle Sentry’s Executive Vice President Rick Staly as Vice-chairman of the council.
The eleven member PIRSAC council advises and makes recommendations to the Florida Division of Licensing on the training and rules that govern regulated security, investigative and recovery industries in Florida. “I am honored to have been selected by my peers to serve as their vice-chairman of the Council,” said Staly. The appointment is for a one year term. Staly was recently appointed to the Council by Commissioner Adam Putnam and is currently serving a four-year term on PIRSAC.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Under the direction of Commissioner Adam H. Putnam the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services regulates agriculture and various consumer services in Florida. Please visit www.FreshFromFlorida.com for additional information.
TEAMWORK OF AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY SECURITY OFFICERS ATTRIBUTED TO SAVING A CLIENT’S LIFE
 PALM COAST, FL – October 28, 2011 American Eagle Sentry Security Officers Scott Pollack and Peter Hanley helped save a seriously ill elderly client from certain death.
A concerned relative contacted American Eagle Sentry’s NE Florida dispatch center to report that she was unable to reach her mother, although her mother, a recent widow, was almost certainly home. AES’ Dispatcher Pollack immediately dispatched the community’s vehicle patrol on a “check on the well-being” call. Officer Pollack remained on the phone with the caller to relay information and to keep her calm. Upon arrival, Officer Peter Hanley noted that all cars were present and the home was secured.
After trying to make contact with the owner Officer Hanley checked the home’s perimeter. Everything looked normal and secure. However, knowing there could be a problem on the second floor that he could not see, Officer Hanley requested Flagler County Sheriff and Fire/Rescue to respond. Minutes later, after a subsequent forced entry into the home, officers found the elderly resident had suffered a serious medical event and was lying on the floor. “There is no doubt that teamwork saved a life today,” said AES’ Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “Our officers our trained in emergency first aid and it paid-off today,” Staly said. All AES vehicles are equipped with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) and first aid kits to handle emergencies that may arise in a client’s community. The victim’s daughter called AES the next day stating that “without the assistance of these officers the [illness] suffered by my mother would have taken her life.” Both officers have been awarded the company’s Life Saving Medal award.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY SECURITY PUT OUT HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
 PALM COAST, FL – On October 19, 2011 American Eagle Sentry put out Halloween Safety Tips for Children and Adults.
Kids love Halloween! They get to dress up and get free candy! What a perfect holiday! Did you know that on average, twice as many children are killed in pedestrian vehicle accidents on Halloween than other days of the year?
American Eagle Sentry wants you and your children to have a safe Halloween filled with happy memories.
Kids already know things they can do to be safe, like how to cross the street, not to talk to or go with strangers and things like that. But we adults know how exciting Halloween can be and that can make them forget to be careful.
Here are some tips that we have just for kids to help keep them safe. Some of these are “common sense” and things that kids should know and use every day.
 HALLOWEEN SAFETY FOR KIDS
Always make sure that your mom or dad is within sight when you go out trick-or-treating.
Never, ever go into a stranger's house or even ring their door for treats unless your parents are with you and say that it's okay.
Try to take direct routes with the fewest street crossings. When possible walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic and stay as far to the left as possible.
Be careful when you cross a street. Make sure to look in both directions to make sure that there are no cars coming. If you have a little brother or sister with you, take their hand and help them get across the street, too. If the street has a stop light, wait until the cross walk light tells you that it's okay to cross now, but still check before you cross, look both ways.
Be alert for cars that are turning or backing up. Never dart out into the street or cross the street between parked cars.
If you are an older kid or young teen, and going out with friends, make sure that your parents know where you are going and who you are going with. This may seem like a pain but they are your parents and they love you. They just want you to be safe.
If you can drive and are taking a bunch of friends to a party, make sure that you have enough gas to get there. You don't want to run out of gas on a dark street, all alone.
If your parents give you a curfew, be home when they say. It builds trust between you and them and they are doing it for your own safety. If you are going to be late, call them and let them know.
Vandalism is never cool! Throwing eggs at cars and houses is not cool. Someone has to clean it up and it could be you, if you get caught. You can also be arrested and punished as a juvenile. So, don't think that it's fun only if you can get away with it. It's never the right thing to do! Think about how you would feel if someone did that to your house and how bad it would make you feel.
Hurting animals is never acceptable behavior! Some people use Halloween as an excuse to hurt cats and dogs and that is just wrong! Not only is it illegal to hurt or torture animals and punishable by law, you should never hurt a helpless living thing.
Have fun on Halloween but keep it safe, have some good, clean fun and your parents will trust you for many Halloweens to come! Showing them how responsible you can be will give you a feeling of pride and make them see just how adult you really are.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY FOR ADULTS
If you take your kids to a sponsored event, like a safe Halloween thrown by your church or community center, make sure to keep an eye on them at all times. Even though it seems less dangerous, you are still in a strange environment full of people that you may not know. All it takes is a minute with your back turned to find your child gone.
Cell phones are everywhere now! Everyone seems to have one, they can be so affordable. Make sure that your child has a pre-programmed cell phone with him/her if they go out on Halloween night! Make sure that all important numbers are already there and ready for use.
Below are more common sense tips that can help adults keep their kids and grandkids safe.
As bad as it sounds, this is just a fact of life now. Get on the internet and check your local state website for sex offenders. Just do a search for your state sex offender site. Look up your zip code and it should have a list of registered offenders in your area that includes street addresses. Make sure that your kids stay away from these houses!
Know the route your kids will be taking if you aren't going with them. Let them know that they are to check in with you every hour, by phone or by stopping back at home. Make sure that they know not to deviate from the planned route so that you always know where they will be.
Trick or treating isn't what it used to be. In most cities it's not safe to let kids walk the streets by themselves. For children under the age of 12 make sure an adult is going with them. If you can't take them yourself, see if another parent or two can.
Help your young child pick out or make a costume that will be safe. Make sure that its fire proof or treated with fire retardant. Instead of a mask, use non-toxic make-up and face paint when possible. If they are wearing a mask of any kind, make sure that the eye holes are large enough for good peripheral vision. Choose light colors and decorate costumes with reflective tape or stickers. Have children carry glow sticks or a flashlight to help them see better and to be seen by drivers. Remember that glow sticks are hazardous, so be sure to remind your children not to chew on or break them.
Know what other activities a child may be attending, such as parties, school or mall functions. If they are going to be at a friend's home, get the phone number and make sure that you've met the parents.
Make sure you set a time that your kids should be home by. Make sure they know how important it is for them to be home on time or to call immediately if something happens and they are going to be delayed.
Kids will be kids. Explain to kids of all ages the difference between tricks and vandalism. Throwing eggs at a house may seem funny but they need to know the other side of the coin as well, that clean up and damages can ruin Halloween for everyone. If they are caught vandalizing, make them clean up the mess they've made.
Explain to your kids that animal cruelty of any kind is not acceptable. Kids may already know this one on their own but stress the point that it's not acceptable behavior. Make sure that they know that harming animals is not only morally wrong but punishable by law and will not be tolerated.
Serve your kids a filling meal before trick or treating and they won't be as tempted to eat any candy before they bring it home for you to check. Check your local grocery store or craft store for Halloween cook books full of tasty treats and a horror theme for both kids and adults.
Make sure that if your child is carrying a prop, such as a scythe, butcher knife or a pitchfork, that the tips are smooth and flexible enough to not cause injury if fallen on. Make sure that costumes won't get in the way when they are walking, which could cause them to trip.
Teach your kids about not getting into strangers cars or talking to strangers, no matter what the person says to them. Explain to them that they should never go into a house that they don't know, get into a car or go anywhere with a stranger. Also, tell them what to do should this happen, to scream as loud as they can to draw attention and to run away as fast as they can to someplace safe.
Be sure to show your children how to cross a street properly. They should always look both ways before crossing the street and should only cross at corners or crosswalks. Make sure that if you have more than one child, they know to take the hand of the younger child when they cross a street.
Check all candy before allowing children to eat it. Make sure the candy is in original, unopened wrappers. Throw away all candy that the wrapper is faded or torn, or if it is unwrapped.
DO YOUR PART AS A DRIVER
Slow down and be alert in residential neighborhoods. Remember that children get excited on Halloween and may dart out in front of you.
Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully making sure you look all around you.
Concentrate on the road and your surroundings at all times. Do not allow yourself to get distracted.
Make Halloween a fun, safe and happy time for your kids and they'll carry on the tradition that you taught them to their own families some day!
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY SECURITY OFFICER RESCUES MAN SWEPT OVERBOARD IN THE ATLANTIC OCEAN
 PALM COAST, FL – September 6, 2011 American Eagle Sentry Security Officer Bob Liggett discovered a boat captain that had been swept overboard hours earlier in a rough Atlantic Ocean when he came ashore hours later at a client’s community.
Officer Liggett was on patrol just after midnight in a marked American Eagle Sentry patrol vehicle at a client community in Flagler County when he observed an individual walking between two buildings adjacent to the beach. Officer Liggett approached him to conduct an investigative stop. The man identified himself as Brian Jeffrey Oliver the missing captain of the sail boat Cedar Rooster. Captain Oliver had been swept overboard nine hours earlier by a rogue wave. The United States Coast Guard and local authorities had searched the Atlantic Ocean for him until dusk the previous day and had rescued the sailboat passengers but had been unable to locate Captain Oliver. Apparently Captain Oliver swam over two miles in rough waters using a cooler as a flotation device until he reached shore. Officer Liggett provided water and a towel to Captain Oliver and placed him in his patrol car while notifying local authorities. “Officer Liggett did an outstanding job tonight,” said American Eagle Sentry’s Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “First he was observant doing his job on patrol and upon realizing this man’s situation notifying our dispatch center and local authorities.” American Eagle Sentry security officers are trained in first-aid and as first responders and all AES vehicles are equipped for any emergency. “I was glad I could assist,” said Officer Liggett.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Click here to read First Coast News story
FLAGLER TECHNICAL INSTITUTE SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY as their CAMPUS SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – August 22, 2011 American Eagle Sentry announced that Flagler Technical Institute, a part of the Flagler County School System, has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide their security needs at their campus.
“Flagler County School System and Flagler Technical Institute fit our growing advanced education school services market,” said AES Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “Our top quality ‘security services with a concierge touch’ and willingness to work in partnership with Flagler Technical Institute on their campus security needs allowed us to earn this contract,” said Staly.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Flagler County Public School System and Flagler Technical Institute: Flagler Technical Institute provides adult and community education and is part of the Flagler County Public School system. Visit www.flaglerschools.com or http://fti.flaglerschools.com for additional information.
FLORIDA’S COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE APPOINTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY’S EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT TO PIRSAC.
PALM COAST, FL – August 22, 2011 American Eagle Sentry announced that Florida’s 11th Commissioner of Agriculture, Adam H. Putnam, has appointed American Eagle Sentry’s Executive Vice President Rick Staly to a four year term on the Private Investigation, Recovery, and Security Advisory Committee (PIRSAC). The eleven member council, required by state law, advises and makes recommendations to the Division of Licensing on the training, rules and regulations that govern the regulation of security, investigative and recovery industries in Florida. “I am honored to be appointed to PIRSAC,” said Staly. “This is an opportunity to use my public and private experience to further the professionalism of these regulated industries throughout Florida.” Mr. Staly was appointed as the “at-large representative” of professions regulated under Florida Statue 493. As a PIRSAC member, Mr. Staly will represent 5,441 regulated companies and over 171,516 licensees’. Mr. Staly’s appointment is thru September 30, 2015.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Under the direction of Commissioner Adam H. Putnam the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services regulates agriculture and various consumer services in Florida. Please visit www.FreshFromFlorida.com for additional information.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY SUPPORTS CRIME STOPPERS FOR SECOND YEAR
 PALM COAST, FL – May 18, 2011 American Eagle Sentry donated Smith & Wesson .40 caliber semi-automatic pistols equipped with laser sights for the second year in a row to Crime Stoppers “Top Cops” awards at the Crime Stoppers of Northeast Florida Annual 13th Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet held during National Police Memorial Week.
One of AES’s client security initiatives is to create partnerships and work closely with local law enforcement agencies and community groups such as Crime Stoppers of Northeast Florida. Crime Stoppers is a civilian organization that helps law enforcement solve crimes and bring criminals to justice by fielding tips from callers and rewarding them with cash for coming forward with vital information. Tips received by the Northeast Florida Crime Stoppers group led to 165 arrests in 2009 and in 173 arrests in 2010 and over $460,000.00 dollars of drugs seized. Crime Stoppers is supported by contributions from private citizens, social and civic groups and local businesses and a State trust fund. "With the economy down crime tends to go up, and tips increase," said Rick Staly, president of the local Crime Stoppers, former Orange County Undersheriff, and Executive Vice President of AES. In addition to paying out rewards, Crime Stoppers needs money for operating expenses. To replenish its funds, the local Crime Stoppers held its largest fundraising event, a community banquet, on May 18th in which local "top cops" were recognized for their part in keeping citizens safe. The highlight of the event was the announcement of four Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year awards from the four district counties - Volusia, Flagler, Putnam and St. John's. To honor the Top Officers of the Year, American Eagle Sentry presented a Smith & Wesson .40 caliber semi-automatic pistol with laser sight to each winner. "This is an opportunity for AES to say thank you to the law enforcement officers who work in partnership with us day in and day out as we serve and assist our clients" said Staly.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY PARTNERS WITH INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR PROTECTION OFFICERS (IFPO)
PALM COAST, FL – May 4, 2011 American Eagle formed a partnership with the International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) to provide advanced security training to AES security officers, supervisors and managers.
“IFPO is a leader in security training and education. This partnership allows American Eagle Sentry to expand our already outstanding training program,” said Executive Vice President Rick Staly of American Eagle Sentry. Employees of AES already received more than 60-hours of training that includes first-aid, CPR, AED, site specific training and security basics. This additional training will allow our officers to become a Certified Protection Officer (CPO) or certified in Security Supervision and Management (SSMP). After completing the required courses, which often takes four to six months to complete, employees must take and pass a certification examination. After successfully passing the class AES employees are eligible for a promotion and will receive an educational incentive bonus. Employees must also maintain their certification by completing continuing education requirements every 18 months. This partnership will insure AES officers have the training needed to provide security services for our clients.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY SECURITY OFFICER HELPS RESCUE STRANDED ATLANTIC BOTTLENOSE DOLPHIN
PALM COAST, FL – February 24, 2011 American Eagle Sentry Security Officer Miguel Sosa helped rescue an Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin that had become stranded on the beach adjacent to a client’s Atlantic Ocean community.
Security was notified that a dolphin had become stranded on the beach and an American Eagle Sentry security officer responded finding the stranded dolphin that was still alive. Georgia Aquarium’s Dolphin Conservation Field Station in Marineland, Florida responded along with other members of the resort staff to assist and the wayward dolphin was rescued. “Without your help we most likely would not have been able to remove the animal safely…as quickly as we did,” said George Biedenbach, Director of Conservation Programs. “Normally we assist humans but it’s always a great day when you can help save a life, even when it’s a fish,” said Executive Vice President Rick Staly of American Eagle Sentry.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Dolphin Conservation Field Station: The Georgia Aquarium’s Dolphin Conservation Field Station at Marineland is a non-profit organization dedicated to research and rescue of dolphins and small whales in Northeast Florida. Please visit www.dolphinfieldstation.org for additional information.
WESTYN BAY HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY as their SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – On February 24, 2011 American Eagle Sentry announced that Westyn Bay Homeowner’s Association in Ocoee, FL has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide security at their upscale community.
American Eagle Sentry was selected to replace the community’s current provider, a national security company, because of its reputation of providing strong access control but with a concierge touch. “We were impressed with their reputation in another community we manage and their willingness to enforce and follow community post orders,” said Sonny Sutherland, property manager for Westyn Bay. “We work with the community in partnership,” added Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “We are more than just a guard company at a gate.”
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Westyn Bay: Westyn Bay is an upscale private gated community located in Ocoee, Florida on the beautiful shores of Lake Apopka in Orange County. For additional information visit www.westynbayresidents.com.
PALM COAST PLANTATION HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY as their SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – On February 1, 2011 American Eagle Sentry announced that Palm Coast Plantation Homeowner’s Association has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide security at their upscale Palm Coast area community.
American Eagle Sentry was selected to replace the community’s current provider, an international security company, because of its reputation of providing value enhanced security services with a concierge touch. “We were impressed with the services offered and the use of technology along with their ability to respond to medical emergencies,” said Dr. Edwin Forsberg, M.D., Vice President of the homeowner’s association and chairman of the Access Control Committee. “Our cars are equipped with AED’s, first-aid, battery boost, air pumps and many other items so that we can assist our customers with any need,” added Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “We are ready to serve your needs.”
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Palm Coast Plantation: Palm Coast Plantation is an upscale private gated community located on the intercoastal waterway in Flagler County, Palm Coast, Florida and consists of 634 home sites, a private clubhouse, tennis courts and other amenities. For additional information visit www.pcphoa.org.
HOLIDAY SHOPPING SAFETY TIPS from AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY
PALM COAST, FL – On November 22, 2010 American Eagle Sentry put out Holiday Shopping Safety Tips.
Many of us pack our holiday schedules with festive traditions. Unfortunately, criminals have their own holiday traditions, and because of that, more of us will become victims of personal crime during November and December than any other months of the year. Crime prevention and avoiding being a victim starts with you.
Below are some valuable tips from AES to help you stay safe during the holiday season. These are tips of awareness, what to do if attacked, safe travel, safe shopping and home safety.
Be Aware
- Realize that it CAN happen to you.
- Be aware of who and what is around you when driving, shopping, or walking anywhere. Call 911 if you feel threatened in any way.
If Attacked
- Stay as calm as possible so you can evaluate your options. Continue to assess the situation as it unfolds.
- Try different strategies such as negotiating, stalling for time, distracting the assailant and fleeing, shouting or screaming, and physical resistance, if you think that will help. You may be able to turn the attacker off with bizarre behavior, throwing up, or claiming to have a disease.
- Call the police and someone to be with you immediately.
- Preserve physical evidence that may help catch your attacker. DO NOT shower, bathe, or destroy any clothing you were wearing.
Travel Safely
- Keep your car properly maintained and have at least a half tank of gas in the car at all times.
- Keep valuables out of sight.
- Drive with all doors locked and windows rolled up.
- If your car breaks down, put the hood up, lock the doors, turn on the flashers, and move to the passenger seat. STAY IN YOUR CAR and use your cell phone to call for help or the police.
Shop Safely
- Shop with a friend.
- Shop mid-day and avoid large crowds.
- Leave extra credit cards, cash, PIN numbers, and checks at home.
- Park close to the store entrance and under a light.
- Carry valuables in a front pocket or zippered purse. Keep them in your sight.
- Be cautious about strangers eager to carry your bags or load them in your car.
- Beware of chatty strangers who create a diversion so a partner can pick your pocket.
- Look in the elevator before getting in. If you don’t feel safe, don’t get in. Once in, stand near the controls.
- Have your keys out when returning to your vehicle.
- Never send cash or visible gifts through the mail
Home Safety
- Install solid locks on all entry doors and sliding glass doors.
- Trim shrubbery and trees near the house.
- Keep porches, entrances, and yards well lit.
- Do not hide house keys in easy to find places or put personal identification on key rings.
- Don’t open the door to strangers.
AES wishes you and your family a safe and happy holiday season!
HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS for CHILDREN, TEENAGERS, GRANDCHILDREN & ADULTS
 PALM COAST, FL – On October 28, 2010 American Eagle Sentry put out Halloween Safety Tips to parents, grandparents, teenagers and children.
Kids love Halloween! They get to dress up and get free candy! What a perfect holiday! Give your kids some precious Halloween memories that they'll have for life.
Kids already know things they can do to be safe, like how to cross the street, not to talk to or go with strangers and things like that. But we adults know how exciting Halloween can be and that can make them forget to be careful.
Here are some tips that we have just for kids to help keep them safe. Some of these are “common sense” and things that kids should know and use every day.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY FOR KIDS
Always make sure that your mom or dad is within sight when you go out trick-or-treating.
Never, ever go into a stranger's house or even ring their door for treats unless your parents are with you and say that it's okay.
Be careful when you cross a street. Make sure to look in both directions to make sure that there are no cars coming. If you have a little brother or sister with you, take their hand and help them get across the street, too. If the street has a stop light, wait until the cross walk light tells you that it's okay to cross now, but still check before you cross, look both ways.
If you are an older kid or young teen, and going out with friends, make sure that your parents know where you are going and who you are going with. This may seem like a pain but they are your parents and they love you. They just want you to be safe.
If you can drive and are taking a bunch of friends to a party, make sure that you have enough gas to get there. You don't want to run out of gas on a dark street, all alone.
If your parents give you a curfew, be home when they say. It builds trust between you and them and they are doing it for your own safety. If you are going to be late, call them and let them know.
Vandalism is never cool! Throwing eggs at cars and houses is not cool. Someone has to clean it up and it could be you, if you get caught. You can also be arrested and punished as a juvenile. So, don't think that it's fun only if you can get away with it. It's never the right thing to do! Think about how you would feel if someone did that to your house and how bad it would make you feel.
Hurting animals is never acceptable behavior! Some people use Halloween as an excuse to hurt cats and dogs and that is just wrong! Not only is it illegal to hurt or torture animals and punishable by law, you should never hurt a helpless living thing.
Have fun on Halloween but keep it safe, have some good, clean fun and your parents will trust you for many Halloweens to come! Showing them how responsible you can be will give you a feeling of pride and make them see just how adult you really are.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY FOR ADULTS
If you take your kids to a sponsored event, like a safe Halloween thrown by your church or community center, make sure to keep an eye on them at all times. Even though it seems less dangerous, you are still in a strange environment full of people that you may not know. All it takes is a minute with your back turned to find your child gone.
Cell phones are everywhere now! Everyone seems to have one, they can be so affordable. Make sure that your child has a pre-programmed cell phone with him/her if they go out on Halloween night! Make sure that all important numbers are already there and ready for use.
Below are more common sense tips that can help adults keep their kids and grandkids safe.
As bad as it sounds, this is just a fact of life now. Get on the internet and check your local state website for sex offenders. Just do a search for your state sex offender site. Look up your zip code and it should have a list of registered offenders in your area that includes street addresses. Make sure that your kids stay away from these houses!
Know the route your kids will be taking if you aren't going with them. Let them know that they are to check in with you every hour, by phone or by stopping back at home. Make sure that they know not to deviate from the planned route so that you always know where they will be.
Trick or treating isn't what it used to be. In most cities it's not safe to let kids walk the streets by themselves. Your best bet is to make sure that an adult is going with them. If you can't take them yourself, see if another parent or two can.
Help your young child pick out or make a costume that will be safe. Make sure that its fire proof or treated with fire retardant. If they are wearing a mask of any kind, make sure that the eye holes are large enough for good peripheral vision. Make sure it is light reflective for safety.
Know what other activities a child may be attending, such as parties, school or mall functions. If they are going to be at a friend's home, get the phone number and make sure that you've met the parents.
Make sure you set a time that your kids should be home by. Make sure they know how important it is for them to be home on time or to call immediately if something happens and they are going to be delayed.
Kids will be kids. Explain to kids of all ages the difference between tricks and vandalism. Throwing eggs at a house may seem funny but they need to know the other side of the coin as well, that clean up and damages can ruin Halloween for everyone. If they are caught vandalizing, make them clean up the mess they've made.
Explain to your kids that animal cruelty of any kind is not acceptable. Kids may already know this one on their own but stress the point that it's not acceptable behavior. Make sure that they know that harming animals is not only morally wrong but punishable by law and will not be tolerated.
Serve your kids a filling meal before trick or treating and they won't be as tempted to eat any candy before they bring it home for you to check. Check your local grocery store or craft store for Halloween cook books full of tasty treats and a horror theme for both kids and adults.
Make sure that if your child is carrying a prop, such as a scythe, butcher knife or a pitchfork, that the tips are smooth and flexible enough to not cause injury if fallen on. Make sure that costumes won't get in the way when they are walking, which could cause them to trip.
Teach your kids about not getting into strangers cars or talking to strangers, no matter what the person says to them. Explain to them that they should never go into a house that they don't know, get into a car or go anywhere with a stranger. Also, tell them what to do should this happen, to scream as loud as they can to draw attention and to run away as fast as they can to someplace safe.
Be sure to show your children how to cross a street properly. They should always look both ways before crossing the street and should only cross at corners or crosswalks. Make sure that if you have more than one child, they know to take the hand of the younger child when they cross a street.
Make Halloween a fun, safe and happy time for your kids and they'll carry on the tradition that you taught them to their own families some day!
VICTORIA GARDENS HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY as their SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – On October 26, 2010 American Eagle Sentry announced that Victoria gardens Homeowner’s Association has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide security at their upscale Deland area community.
American Eagle Sentry was selected to replace the community’s current provider, an international security company because of its reputation of providing value enhanced security services with a concierge touch.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Victoria Gardens: Victoria Gardens is an upscale active adult private gated club community located in the Deland, Florida. For additional information visit www.trilogylife.com/community/victoriagardens.
HIGHGATE PARK HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY as their SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – On October 8, 2010 American Eagle Sentry announced that Highgate Park Homeowner’s Association has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide security at their upscale Davenport area community.
American Eagle Sentry was selected to replace the community’s current provider and to rebuild partnerships with the local sheriff’s office. “The technology we use in our patrol cars that allow owners to view their patrols in real-time from anywhere in the world along with our ability to forge strong relationships from our management teams more than 36 years in public safety is a great asset to the community,” said Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “This is what sets us apart from other security providers,” Staly said. Said Homeowner’s Association President Jean Didwell, “The GPS system on their cars is one of the reasons we selected American Eagle Sentry for our security needs.”
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Please visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Highgate Park: Highgate Park is an upscale private gated community located on the southwest side of the Orlando / Disney World area and consists primarily of second home residencies, seasonal guests and upscale amenities. Highgate Park is the only gated community within the Villages of Legacy Park. For additional information visit www.highgatepark.com.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY HELPS LAUNCH DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY IN FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA
 PALM COAST, FL – American Eagle Sentry’s President, Debbie Staly, announced that on September 1, 2010, American Eagle Sentry contributed $1,000.00 to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Flagler County kick-off event.
Staly was part of Leadership Flagler County Class 18 that decided to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Flagler County as their class project. “We wanted to do something that would have a lasting impact in the community,” said Staly. “This project will change the lives of every newborn child in Flagler County and improve the quality of life in Flagler County for everyone.” Flagler County Leadership Class 18 accomplished this in less than six months.
Rick Staly, Executive Vice President of American Eagle Sentry and retired Undersheriff stated, “Kids that grow up and have trouble reading tend to not do well in school and often become offenders that law enforcement officers and our security officers must deal with. If this program saves just one child from committing criminal acts our community and the clients we serve will be safer.” Rick Staly is a graduate of Leadership Flagler County Class 15.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library provides a monthly book from birth to age five at no cost. The local chapters are only responsible for the cost of mailing the book to the child’s home.
For more information or to help support Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Flagler County visit www.flaglerimaginationlibrary.org
For more information on Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library visit http://www.imaginationlibrary.com
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY’S EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT TO BE ON WNZF RADIO
 Palm Coast, FL – American Eagle Sentry announces that Executive Vice President Rick Staly will be a guest on WNZF radio’s Chamber Chat with Gretchen Smith on Sunday August 23, 2010 at 10:00 am. Mr. Staly will discuss the growth of American Eagle Sentry into a multi-million dollar security officer and patrol company in the worst economy since the Great Depression. “We have been successful because our employees deliver ‘Security Services with a Concierge Touch’ in our niche market of private communities, upscale condominiums, resorts and businesses,” said Staly.
About Chamber Chat: Chamber Chat is a weekly discussion hosted by the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce and Affiliates in conjunction with WNFZ News Radio 1150 AM and 106.3 FM or www.wnfz.com and is an ABC news affiliate.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry was established in October 2008 and is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast/Flagler County, Florida.
About Rick Staly: Rick Staly has more than 36 years experience in public safety and previously served as the Undersheriff, or second-in-command, of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, Orlando, Florida. He holds a Master’s degree from the University of Louisville and a Bachelor’s degree from Rollins College. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Southern Police Institute, and holds Fellow status with the American Board of Law Enforcement Experts along with Level V (highest) certification in Homeland Security by the American College of Forensic Examiners International. Staly has received numerous awards including the Medal of Valor and Purple Heart when he was shot on duty while saving the life of a deputy sheriff.
CORINTHIAN COLLEGES SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY AS THEIR FLORIDA SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – American Eagle Sentry announced on September 7, 2010 that Corinthian Colleges, Inc. has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide their security needs in Florida.
“Corinthian Colleges fits our upscale business services market,” said AES Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “Our top quality ‘security services with a concierge touch’ and willingness to work in partnership with Corinthian Colleges on their needs allowed us to earn this contract,” said Staly. After the transition period and at full implementation American Eagle Sentry will provide security services to Corinthian College at their 15 Everest University and WyoTech locations throughout Florida.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Corinthian Colleges, Inc: Corinthian Colleges, Inc. operates private universities and technical training schools throughout the nation and is headquartered in Santa Ana, California. Visit www.cci.edu for additional information.
FLAGLER COUNTY’S LARGEST PRIVATE EMPLOYER SELECTS AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY AS THEIR SECURITY PROVIDER
PALM COAST, FL – American Eagle Sentry announced on September 8, 2010 that Palm Coast data, LLC, a unit of AMREP Corporation, has selected American Eagle Sentry to provide security at their Florida business campus.
“It is exciting for us that the largest private employer in Palm Coast, Florida selected our security company,” said AES Executive Vice President Rick Staly. “It fits nicely in our upscale business services market,” said Staly.
About American Eagle Sentry: American Eagle Sentry is a security officer and patrol company licensed to provide security services throughout Florida. Corporate offices are located in Palm Coast, Florida. Visit www.americaneaglesentry.com for additional information.
About Palm Coast Data, LLC: Palm Coast Data is a unit of AMREP and is the nation’s leader in magazine, membership and direct marketing fulfillment. Palm Coast Data’s campus is on 49 acres in the City of Palm Coast and employs over 1,200 employees. Visit www.palmcoastdata.com for additional information.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY ASSISTS U. S. MARSHALS SERVICE IN APPREHENDING WANTED FUGITIVE
KISSIMMEE, FL – On August 18, 2010 American Eagle Sentry assisted agents from the United States Marshals Service in apprehending Carlos Cruz-Mojica who was wanted for trafficking in dangerous drugs and had fled Puerto Rico and was presumed to be armed and dangerous.
Deputy U. S. Marshals contacted American Eagle Sentry’s security team who recognized Cruz-Mojica as a person that was visiting a relative’s home in a community staffed by AES’s security team. Officers from American Eagle Sentry provided additional information and leads. A short time later Cruz-Mojica was arrested at a nearby store.
AES OFFICERS RECERTIFIED IN FIRST-AID, CPR AND AED - READY TO SERVE YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED
 Palm Coast, FL - During May and June all full-time American Eagle Sentry security officers were recertified by American Red Cross certified instructors in emergency first aid, CPR and Automated External Defibulation (AED) making sure AES employees are ready to respond to your needs. "All of our patrol cars are equipped with trauma first aid kits and AED's allowing AES to assist while waiting for the paramedics to arrive" said Executive Vice President Rick Staly. "Emergencies are unpredictable and can happen at any time and this training allows us be prepared to respond," said Staly. In the past year AES officers have responded to vehicle accidents and other medical situations at client communities. Pictured here are AES officers in Northeast Florida being trained by instructors with the Palm Coast Fire/Rescue Department. "Having trained first responders greatly helps our community and life saving efforts," said Palm Coast Fire Chief Mike Beadle. "AES greatly appreciates our partnerships with local public safety agencies in the communities we serve," said President & CFO Debbie Staly. "It is these relationships and the training we provide to our employees that separates AES from other companies." In the near future AES first responder training and recertification will continue with all part-time employees.
AMERICAN EAGLE SENTRY CELEBRATES COMPANY’S FIRST ANNIVERSARY
 PALM COAST, FL – American Eagle Sentry is holding an Open House Wednesday April 28, 2010 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm to celebrate its first anniversary. The open house will be at its Florida Corporate Offices, 4873 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Suite 1, Palm Coast, FL in the West Pointe Plaza.
“We have had a great first year,” said Rick Staly Executive Vice President. “We started this company during the great recession and the community has welcomed us. Our employees are well trained and the best in the profession.” American Eagle Sentry specializes in serving private communities, condominiums and upscale businesses throughout Florida. “By focusing on our customers and delivering security services with a concierge touch separates our company from its competitors,” said President and CFO Debbie Staly.
About the company:
American Eagle Sentry, LLC. is a Florida licensed security company and provides security officers and patrol services. The company is licensed to provide services throughout Florida and is the only statewide security company with its corporate offices in Flagler County/Palm Coast. Revenue in 2009 was $2.2 million and AES has 89 employees.
For further information contact Rick Staly 386-597-7366
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