Suffolk County Police Conference

03/27/2026

We will be there!!!!

Calling all labor organizations in New York: On April 3rd at 3:30 p.m., the Suffolk and Nassau PBAs will be hosting a rally to fix Tier 5 and 6 at Suffolk Community College, Grant Campus. Let’s come together as one voice to push for changes that reduce contribution rates and increase the overtime inclusion for the final average salary in the upcoming budget!

02/19/2026

At the Suffolk County Police Conference Directors Meeting, prior to our open session, thank you to our board and delegates for showing up and keeping their members informed

01/13/2026

Members of the Police Conference of New York Legislative Committee get an update on new features from Shane King of State Watch before they head to the capital.

The Legislative Committee uses specific software to track legislation and keep up with happenings in Albany.

Pictured (L-R) Suffolk County Superior Officers Association Trustee Kevin Maiale, Suffolk PBA NYS Legislative Director Chris Wolf, Nassau County Detectives' Assoc. 1st VP Chris Kelly, State Watch Shane King, Police Conference of New York Legislative Director Bing Markee and Police Conference of New York President Michael O'Meara.

Picture by Police Conference of New York 1st VP Jeffrey S. Gross

National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO)

01/09/2026

It was a great couple of days catching up with the Police Conference of New York. We are grateful for all the work they do in Albany to ensure that our members are taken care of. Thank you!

Suffolk County Police Conference President David T. Samartino was up in Albany on Wednesday for the beginning of the 2026 NYS Legislative Session and the Police Conference of New York January Meeting. He stopped to discuss some topics brought up with members of the Police Conference of New York Board.

Pictured (L-R) Police Conference of New York Sergeant-At-Arms Joseph Pugliese, Suffolk County Police Conference President David T. Samartino, Police Conference of New York President Michael O'Meara and Police Conference of New York Treasurer Erik Breitwieser.

Joseph Pugliese also serves as Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Benevolent Association President

Erik Breitwieser also serves a Southampton Town PBA President

Photo By Police Conference of New York 1st VP Jeffrey S. Gross

National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO)

01/07/2026

12/30/2025

Today, we had the honor of recognizing our 1st Sergeant-At-Arms, Southold Police Officer Peter Onufrak, as he steps away after an incredible journey in law enforcement.

With over 30 years of dedicated service, including more than 20 years with the Suffolk County Police Conference and a decade on the Board, Pete’s contributions have been invaluable. His commitment to our community and his unwavering support for his fellow officers will be greatly missed.

Thank you, Pete, for your years of service and your tireless dedication to keeping our communities safe. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors!

12/19/2025

The time to give.

12/19/2025

Members of the Police Conference of New York Legislative Committee joined Governor Kathy Hochul in Manhattan today where she signed the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish Mental Health Act" establishing confidentiality for communications made by law enforcement during peer-to-peer counseling sessions. This is to promote mental wellness by offering a safe place for our members to go for help.

Pictured (L-R) Nassau County PBA 1st VP Kevin Mullick (RET), Police Conference of New York Legislative Committee Co-Chair Pete Paterson, Nassau County Detectives' Assoc. 1st VP Chris Kelly, Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Benevolent Association President Joseph Pugliese, Police Conference of New York President Michael O'Meara, Governor Kathy Hochul, Nassau County PBA 2nd VP Frank Acuri, Suffolk County Superior Officers Association Trustee Kevin Maiale and Police Conference of New York 1st VP Jeffrey S. Gross.

(photo courtesy of the Office of the Governor)

National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO)