The JCC in Tenafly Creates A Security Task Force to Enhance Security

Added Security Measures At Tenafly JCC

The JCC in Tenafly created a security task force  comprised of local law enforcement and US & Israeli experts. The purpose of the task force is to re evaluate  security procedures and infrastructure this,   in view of the tragic events that took place recently in Newtown.

The task force made recommendations for improvements. Many of the changes have already been implemented. Some of the measures will be noticeable and some won’t.

The JCC has approved over $200,000 to cover these measures. Some of the measures  already implemented are;

• Installation of speed bumps on the driveway and in the parking lots
• Installation of access control systems on doors in the children’s programming spaces.
• Installation of shatter-proof film on windows
• replacement of existing fences around playgrounds and swimming pools with higher  more secure ones
• On going emergency training & drills for the staff led by security experts.