Suffolk County Superior Officers Association

06/06/2026

On this anniversary of D-Day, we honor the heroes who faced impossible odds in defense of freedom. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

05/28/2026

It is with deep sympathy that the Suffolk County SOA announces the passing of active Lieutenant Richard Grice of the Professional Development Section. Please keep Lieutenant Grice’s family, friends, and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Details regarding services will be announced as they become finalized.

05/27/2026

Great work by the PCNY Legislative Committee!

A special thanks to our Albany representative, 5th Precinct Trustee Kevin Maiale who knocked on many doors to get this done.

Members of the Police Conference of New York Board, the Legislative Committee and NYS Legislators took some time to enjoy that Tier 5 & 6 Pension Reform has passed.

The Police Conference of New York has spent countless hours walking the halls and knocking on doors to get this done for Police Officers Statewide.

Pictured (L-R) Police Conference of New York 1st VP Jeffrey S. Gross, Police Conference of New York Sergeant-At-Arms Joseph Pugliese, NYS Senator Christopher J. Ryan, Assemblyman Steve Stern, Police Conference of New York President Michael O'Meara, Suffolk County Superior Officers Association Trustee Kevin Maiale and Nassau County Detectives' Assoc. 1st VP Chris Kelly.

The Police Conference of New York main focus is getting the job done because when we win, the cop on the street wins.

National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO)

05/27/2026

A big thanks to all the other police unions who prioritized the push for Tier 5 and 6 pension reform and the Police Conference of New York, who has been a leading voice for Tier reform on behalf of police labor across this state.

This is a big step forward, but the work continues. Looking ahead, there’s more we want to accomplish for our members, and there’s more of Tier reform we’re going to keep pushing for. The momentum we built to get this across the finish line is the same momentum we’ll be carrying into the next session, and the one after that. We’ve proven and continued to demonstrate what’s possible when police labor stays organized and stays unified.

Suffolk PBA
Suffolk County Detectives Association
Police Conference of New York

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, the SOA honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and service will never be forgotten.

05/19/2026

This past Friday evening, 3rd Pct Trustee Jimmy Lennon and 5th Pct Trustee Kevin Maiale joined the Suffolk County Police Conference for its annual dance with the People's Arc of Suffolk. We appreciate the continued opportunity to participate in this great event!

05/19/2026

Last week, several SOA Board members attended a press conference hosted by Assemblyman Kwani O’Pharrow, who, along with Senator Monica R. Martinez, is sponsoring bill # A.9470-B/S.9201, which would establish clearer and more efficient procedures for the timely release of certain surveillance footage to law enforcement agencies during criminal investigations.

The SOA stands behind this legislation which would enhance law enforcement’s ability to conduct timely investigations.

Assemblyman Kwani B. O'Pharrow
SenatorMonica R. Martinez

05/16/2026

Happy Armed Forces Day! 🇺🇸

Today we honor the brave men and women of our Armed Forces for their service, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to our nation.

A special thank you to members of the SOA who continue to serve in the Reserves and National Guard. Thank you for your continued service and sacrifice.

05/15/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and colleagues of retired Nassau County Police Officer Carl Arena.

The Nassau County PBA regrets to announce the passing of retired Nassau Police Officer Carl Arena. Officer Arena’s passing appears to be 9/11 related. The Nassau County PBA sends our heartfelt condolences to his family and ask that you keep his family in your prayers.

Wake Information:
Frederick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home, Inc.,

200 East Main Street, East Islip, New York,
Sunday, May 17, 2026 1300 – 1700

Monday, May 18, 2026 1400 – 1600
1900 – 2100
Departmental Union Services will be held on Monday at 2000

Funeral Information:
Tuesday May 19, 2026
Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church
455 Hunter Ave.
West Islip, NY
0930 Hours