As a former member of the Lake/Cuyahoa counties chapter. I feel I can speak with some understanding. First the various chapters are not closely tied to New York. I don't mean to imply that they're completely disassociatted, but the ties were preety loose, when I was involved. Being we were a suburban chapter. We would come into the city(Cleveland,Ohio)at different times. To help out the local chapter. In this capacity I even met Ms.Gladys Knight. We (The G.A.s') were helping out with security at a big music festival in Cleveland, called "The Plum Festival". I some how was delegated the position at Ms.Knight's trailer door. That was pretty cool... Anyway what I was trying to say. Is that each chapter is responsible for their training,gear,etc.. Although they are required, and expected to adhere to the national guidelines. On appearance,ie.,dress code attitude etc.. Some will slip in who are'nt the best canidates for the jobs ahead. Hope this was helpful. Kudos to G.Ronin, for his attempt to help them out.
Salute in Christ,
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