Governor Cuomo Announces $29 Million in Grant Funding to Assist Five Counties with Improving Emergency Communications (NY)

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced more than $29 million in grant funding has been awarded to Chenango, Putnam, St. Lawrence, Ulster and Wyoming Counties to improve local emergency communication. This funding will support a variety of projects including the construction of new radio towers, securing and updating existing infrastructure, as well as upgrades to local 911 call centers. Investments will improve the ability to communicate critical information during emergency situations locally and enhances public safety in communities statewide… READ MORE