http://rncsecurity.com/blog Your #1 Source for Executive Protection, Event Security & Guard Services related to the 2008 Republican National Convention Sun, 24 Aug 2008 04:00:45 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Here is a good set of resources for the Upcoming RNC. Click Here http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/08/24/republican-national-convention-information-for-state-employees-resource-page/ Building managers in St. Paul, Minn., are taking safety measures in preparation for the Republican National Convention and are removing flowerpots, restaurant chairs, and trashcans located outside of businesses. "Anything that can be turned into a projectile will be eliminated from the landscape," said Matt Anfang, president of the St. ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/08/24/police-eliminating-potential-projectiles-in-st-paul-for-republican-national-convention/ Antiwar marchers want to be within sight and sound of RNC delegates... Republican National Convention officials announced Thursday that they will hold an afternoon session on Monday, Sept. 1. Protest leaders said that could alleviate one of the concerns of demonstrators who fear they'd be marching in front of an empty ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/07/29/latest-rnc-protest-news/   "The Minnesota Legislature and the Minneapolis City Council have authorized the Licenses and Consumer Services Division to issue special permits for service of alcohol until 4:00 a.m. during the Republican National Convention".  A great plus for bars and resturants serving the influx of visitors in town for the RNC.  The ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/07/09/minneapolis-approves-4am-bar-closures/   In May 2008 The Grand Rapids (Michigan) Chapter of Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) reported that over the past year, protest planning for the GOP event had grown at a "considerable pace" since the SDS endorsed disrupting the proceedings at its 2007 national convention.At that time, the SDS adopted ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/06/30/protester-outline-plans-for-rnc-convention-disruption/   The St. Paul Pioneer Press recently conducted a profile piece on Icon Services Corporation CEO, and RNC Event Security Provider, Elijah Shaw in their Business Section entitled The Other Corporate Securities: “Elijah Shaw has been preparing for the Republican National Convention for about a year. The big event is a vehicle ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/06/30/rnc-event-security-provider-profiled-in-st-paul/   The "authorized" parade route for the 2008 Republican National Convention is now available.  One of the big questions is, how will it affect neighborhood businesses? Click here to view. http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/06/10/rnc-parade-route/ St. Paul Assistant Police Chief Matt Bostrom is the top local police official in charge of planning for security.  "Because it's a media event, any misstep on security from a security standpoint can be instantly broadcast around the globe, which makes it a lucrative target for terrorism," said Bostrom.       Outside the ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/06/10/top-st-paul-cop-discusses-rnc-security-plans/   The Republican National Convention is right around the corner and the need for professional and dedicated security personnel is at its highest demand.  Icon Services Corporation is looking to fill select Event Security and Executive Protection positions for associated VIP's and Events.  If interested please send your cover letter, resume, and a ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/06/02/event-security-and-executive-protection-needs-for-the-rnc/ St. Paul Police have been working for months to create a security plan to protect President George W. Bush, the Republican Presidential candidates, and thousands of convention delegates.  Not only do police have to secure everything inside the facility, they’re also facing a challenge down below in the tunnels and ... http://rncsecurity.com/blog/2008/02/19/law-enforcement-to-secure-underground-tunnels-for-the-rnc/