IMSA Membership
Become a part of the oldest known public safety association in the world
Members
Municipalities Represented
Companies Represented
WHO WE ARE
IMSA members work in the fields of:
FCC Licensing and Frequency • Fiber Optics • Fire Alarm Systems • Intelligent Traffic Systems • Public Safety Communications • Roadway and Area Lighting • Signs and Pavement Markings • Traffic Signal Systems • Transportation Systems • Two-Way Radio Systems • Wireless Traffic Control • Wire and Cable Specifications • Work Zone Safety
WHY JOIN IMSA
IMSA membership comes not only opportunities to connect and learn, but also a chance to advance your career and make a difference. IMSA is dedicated to delivering value for members by providing the latest information and education in the industry. Benefit from representation with key associations, and take advantage of exclusive resources and discounts.
See the list of member benefits below.
IMSA is comprised of 22 sections across the U.S., Canada, and the Bahamas. Your membership includes membership in your local section.
Already a member and need to renew your membership now?
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Questions about IMSA membership, benefits, and services?
Reach out to our membership team:
membership@imsasafety.org
Public Agency & Sustaining Memberships Only -Change Request Form
Add – Remove – Update Individuals Form
Use the above form to add, remove or update your membership roster throughout the year. Once submitted, the team will make the changes and let you know when completed and a new invoice is ready for payment.
Please allow up to 5 business days.
IMSA MEMBERSHIP TYPES
Public Agency Individual
Membership for an employee of a municipality.
- Membership paid by individual.
$100 USD
Associate Member
Membership for an individual that is an employee of a privately –owned business whose primary responsibility is in the sales and distribution of products and is actively engaged in IMSA-certified public safety operations*.
- Membership paid by individual.
$100 USD
Operational Member
Membership for an individual that is an employee of a privately– owned business or consultant who is actively engaged in IMSA-certified public safety operations*, except those who are involved with the sales and distribution of products.
- Membership is paid by individual.
$100 USD
*IMSA-certified public safety operations include:
work zone, traffic signals, signs and markings, roadway lighting, fiber optics, fire alarm and transportation center.
Student Member
Self paying individuals enrolled full time at an accredited college or university in a field related to IMSA activities.
$35 USD
Please call 321-392-0500 to join as a student. You will be required to provide proof of enrollment and your graduation year.
Public Agency Company Member
Membership offers public agencies the option to pay for their employees and receive a discounted rate per individual (based on number of members). The difference between a Public Agency Company Member and a Public Agency Company Individual is the agency pays the dues for the member annually.
- Membership is paid by the public agency.
- Individual is the member. Membership follows the member if there is a change in employer.
Tier 1 (3 individuals): $90 USD each
Tier 2 (4-8 individuals): $85 USD each
Tier 3 (9-15 individuals): $80 USD each
Tier 4 (16-20 individuals): $75 USD each
Tier 5 (21+ individuals): $70 USD each
Please use this form if:
- You are NOT a current member and wish to join as an agency.
- You ARE a current member and wish to make changes to your company roster.
Questions? Email membership@imsasafety.org
Sustaining Member
Membership is for a firm, organization, company or corporation that has an interest in the objectives of IMSA. Examples include manufacturer, distributor, association/nonprofit, law firm, bank/lender, IT services and employment agency.
- Company is the member.
- Individuals assigned by company to receive member benefits. (based on tier level)
- One primary contact to represent company to serve on Sustaining Members Section.
Tier 1 (up to 4 individuals): $500 USD
Tier 2 (5-8 individuals): $700 USD
Tier 3 (9-15 individuals): $1200 USD
Tier 4 (16-20 individuals): $1600 USD
Tier 5 (21+) : $1600 + $75 USD each additional member beyond 20
IMSA MEMBER BENEFITS
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Public Agency Individual, Associate, Operational and Student Members (self-paying individuals)
Members-only discounts
- Members-only discounts on certification renewals
- Members-only discounts on courses in participating sections
- Members-only discounts on program manuals
- Free registration for monthly webinars
Members-only access
- Membership to your local IMSA section
- Continuing education tracking through your online profile (also available to those with IMSA certifications)
- Discounted conference registration at the IMSA Forum & Expo
- Subscription to the IMSA Journal published six-times annually (mailed and electronic versions)
- Exclusive previews of new products and product spotlights
- Recognition opportunities
- IMSA voting privileges for public agency employees (Operational and Public Agency Individual)
Public Agency Company Members
Members-only discounts
- Certification renewals
- Discounts on courses in participating sections
- Conference registration at the IMSA Forum & Expo
- Free registration for monthly webinars
Members-only access
- Local membership to your local IMSA section
- Membership certificate for your public agency to display
- Track continuing education units for each roster member’s profile
- Subscription to the IMSA Journal published six-times annually (mailed and electronic versions)
- Exclusive previews of new products and product spotlights
- Recognition opportunities
- IMSA voting privileges for public agency company members
Account Management
- Manage multiple members and pay by invoice
Sustaining Members (Businesses and their employees)
Members-only discounts
- Certification renewals
- Courses in participating sections
- Conference registration at the national IMSA Forum & Expo
- Free registration for monthly webinars
Members-only access
- Local membership to your local IMSA section
- Membership certificate for your organization to display.
- Continuing education tracking through your online profile
- Exclusive previews of new products and product spotlights
- Recognition opportunities
IMSA Journal
- Subscription to the Journal, published six times annually
- Discounted advertising rates
IMSA Annual Forum & Expo
- Discounted booth rental fee
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Technical session presentation opportunities
IMSA website
- Listing in the buyers’ guide
- Opportunities to offer IMSA members continuing education through manufacturing training, new product demonstrations and technical presentations
- Press release posting in the Industry News section
Account Management
- Manage multiple members and pay by invoice