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FOP Lodge 997

NYC Housing Police Silver & Gold

Fraternal Order of Police

Housing Police Silver & Gold Lodge #997 — Second to None

"A police officer is someone, who at one point in their life, wrote a blank check payable to the citizens of his/her city for an amount up to & including their life."

In Memoriam: President Robert "Bob" V. Nero Jr.

1938 — 2025

Fidelis Ad Mortem — Faithful Unto Death

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⚠️ 2026 Membership Renewal

Submit your renewal application without delay!

Deadline: October 30, 2026

Late renewals may result in delayed cards/decals. Members 63+ who don't renew by January 1st lose Survivor Benefit and Death/Dismemberment Insurance permanently.

Why Join FOP 997?

FOP Benefits

Member Benefits

$10,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Survivor Aid Benefit, Dental Program, Davis Optical Eye Plan, and more.

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FOP Brotherhood

Brotherhood & Camaraderie

Stay connected with former colleagues through luncheons, barbecues, boat rides, and social events. 500+ members in 20 states.

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FOP Scholarships

Scholarships & Support

NYS FOP scholarships for members and families. Free legal consultation with Lodge Counsel Barton Slavin, Esq.

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2025-2026 Executive Board

Dewey Fong

1st Vice President

Bruce Raheb

2nd Vice President

Frank Reid

Director

Gordon Nash

Director

Nicholas Capezza

Director

Michelle Malanga

Director

Anna Tortorici

Treasurer

Pasquale Cirincione

Secretary

John Doherty

Recording Secretary

A. Richard Agosta

Membership Chairman

Lodge Counsel: Barton Slavin, Esq. — 212-233-1010
Chaplain: Rabbi Leonard Blank

Important Resources

🪪 NYS FOP ID Cards

After timely renewal, renew your FOP ID card directly with the State.

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🛒 Costco Membership

Special membership rates for FOP members and families.

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🚗 DMV Plates

NYS FOP license plates, BJs membership, and other benefits.

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Preserving Our History

We are committed to preserving the history and legacy of the NYC Housing Police Department. View historical photos, read about our heritage, and stay connected to the brotherhood.

Photo Gallery Our History In Memoriam