$29 Million in Grant Funding Awarded to Help 5 Counties Improve Emergency Communications

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.

“In an emergency situation, just a few seconds can make all the difference in the world,” Governor Cuomo said. “The public safety of our communities relies on swift and seamless communication between local and state agencies, first responders, and residents. That’s why we’re bringing the state’s emergency response infrastructure into the 21st century and arming localities with the tools necessary to respond quickly and protect New Yorkers in times of crisis.

Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo