Suffolk County Legislators Tom Muratore and William Spencer have introduced " A LOCAL LAW TO PROTECT PRIVACY IN SUFFOLK COUNTY." As drafted, this legislation would affect operations at and above a "County facility " of "Any remotely controlled machine that flies in the air, under the control of a person on the ground. This includes, but is not limited to, remote control airplanes, helicopters and drones." These areas would include Suffolk County beaches, parks, preserves, or any property owned, or perhaps even operated by, Suffolk County.
I have been in communication with Mr. Muratore and his staff since before the bill was submitted to the Suffolk County Legislature's Public Safety Committee. The bill was tabled in that committee, however changes have been made and it appears the bill will be moving forward in the committee in the future.
I've arranged for Mr. Muratore to meet with representatives of Suffolk County, and immediately adjacent, AMA clubs to discuss his legislation and collectively answer questions and concerns. The legislator's office has scheduled our meeting for Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 2:00 PM. I am awaiting the location from Mr Muratore's office, however they have tentatively suggested Hauppauge. I had requested a later time of day to accommodate those who have job commitments. Unfortunately that is not possible due to Mr. Muratore's schedule.
Due to anticipated room limitations, I'd ask we limit attendance to one representative from each club. Presumably the club president or a designated individual best suited to ask questions and represent the club. Hopefully I'll have word from the legislator's office on Monday as to an exact meeting address. I'll let you know should space be available for more than one representative for Thursday's meeting.
Please pass along information about this meeting to the appropriate officer(s) or representative in your club if you are not that individual.This is significant legislation and I encourage each club to participate! It would be helpful if you could let me know if your club will be represented. Should you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Best Regards
Eric
Eric Williams
Vice President, District II
518-356-2057
Academy of Model Aeronautics
Visit amadistrictii.org
I have been in communication with Mr. Muratore and his staff since before the bill was submitted to the Suffolk County Legislature's Public Safety Committee. The bill was tabled in that committee, however changes have been made and it appears the bill will be moving forward in the committee in the future.
I've arranged for Mr. Muratore to meet with representatives of Suffolk County, and immediately adjacent, AMA clubs to discuss his legislation and collectively answer questions and concerns. The legislator's office has scheduled our meeting for Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 2:00 PM. I am awaiting the location from Mr Muratore's office, however they have tentatively suggested Hauppauge. I had requested a later time of day to accommodate those who have job commitments. Unfortunately that is not possible due to Mr. Muratore's schedule.
Due to anticipated room limitations, I'd ask we limit attendance to one representative from each club. Presumably the club president or a designated individual best suited to ask questions and represent the club. Hopefully I'll have word from the legislator's office on Monday as to an exact meeting address. I'll let you know should space be available for more than one representative for Thursday's meeting.
Please pass along information about this meeting to the appropriate officer(s) or representative in your club if you are not that individual.This is significant legislation and I encourage each club to participate! It would be helpful if you could let me know if your club will be represented. Should you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Best Regards
Eric
Eric Williams
Vice President, District II
518-356-2057
Academy of Model Aeronautics
Visit amadistrictii.org