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Royal Palm Security

Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club is one of the oldest communities in South Florida – and one of the newest. Many of the original houses have been replaced with substantially larger homes. Security is very important to our residents – both those who live full time in our community as well as our seasonal residents.

Security in Royal Palm is provided by a private security staff managed by the Royal Palm Improvement Association. Royal Palm Security has an authorized staff of 23 State of Florida certified armed officers who patrol the community and respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The security force has four patrol vehicles, plus three bicycles specially equipped for police use.

Our Mission

To deliver the best quality service to our community by providing assistance and protection to the members and their property, by promoting a safe environment and maintaining a general air of tranquility throughout the community.

Our Vision

Our vision for the future is to maintain a team-oriented approach by empowering our officers to contribute to the constant improvement and success of our organization. We strive to be the best security force in the State of Florida.

MESSAGE FROM
THE CHIEF

“Service and Professionalism”
The primary mission of the RPIA force is the safety and protection of our residents, guest, property, and community while striving to deliver superior service to those we serve. We proudly report our success in maintaining a safe community by utilizing a proactive community policing philosophy in partnership with the residents of the Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club community. Our training and specialized certifications allow residents to select from a wide variety of services offered on an “as needed” basis. The ability to select from those services and the immediate response of RPIA Officers to the concerns of residents is sighted as a major reason for living in the Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club community. It is our goal to exceed expectations through our motto “Service and Professionalism” at all times.

The RPIA force consist of 23 armed, highly trained and dedicated professionals who utilize advanced training, four fully equipped patrol vehicles, a golf cart, and bicycles to continually patrol the streets, golf course and community perimeter. These proactive patrol techniques coupled with modern surveillance equipment allows RPIA Officers to deliver superior service to our residents, guests, and our community.

Our primary mission and goals are met through dedication to “Service and Professionalism” which allows us to complete our duties with Professionalism, Integrity, and Enthusiasm. We fully accept the responsibilities associated with protecting the RPIA residents, guest, property, and community. We are committed to our motto “Service and Professionalism” which is always at the forefront of our actions.

 

Chief Alfred J. Musco

Chief Alfred J. Musco is a 44-year law enforcement officer, who retired from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office in 2015 after completing a 31-year career. During his career, he was promoted through the ranks attaining the rank of Major in 2001. As a Major, he held senior executive command assignments in the Divisions of Patrol, Investigations, Training, Organizational Development and Administration.

Chief Musco received his Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management and Leadership from Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Florida and a Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice and Leadership from the University of Virginia Charlottesville, Virginia.

Chief Musco is a graduate of the FBI National Academy 219Th session Quantico, Virginia, the Senior Management Institute for Police Executives 34Th Session Boston, Massachusetts, the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Program 66Th session Quantico, Virginia and the Drug Enforcement Administration Basic DEA Training 36Th session Miami, Florida.

During his career, Chief Musco has been recognized by municipal, civic and private entities for his work in community crime reduction programs, police-community relations and community-civic quality of life improvement programs. He has received several municipal and civic awards along with numerous law enforcement commendations throughout his career. In 2021, Chief Musco was honored and recognized as a life member of the International Association of the Chiefs of Police Association.

Chief Musco currently serves as a Reserve Deputy with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and is an adjunct professor at several local colleges and universities. He is married with two adult children and two grandchildren.