Dutchess demands over $2 million for crime analysis and radio equipment – ​​Daily Freeman

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – Dutchess County is seeking more than $2 million in federal funding to support efforts to modernize its Crime Analysis Center and develop a consolidated two-way public safety radio system.

U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan (D-Gardiner) said in an announcement following a press conference that he nominated the county government and sheriff's office to provide $2,386,000 in federal community projects funding for fiscal year 2025. Of that amount, $1,184,000 would help the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office modernize its analytics and real-time crime intelligence center with cutting-edge technology to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of local law enforcement and increase the safety of Dutchess County communities, the release said.

Dutchess County government will use the remaining $1,184,000 to develop a consolidated two-way public safety radio system that will enable improved communications between emergency departments and improve the coordination and effectiveness of emergency response across the county, Ryan's office said.

“Supporting law enforcement and our first responders shouldn't be partisan – it's about giving back to the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to protect our community,” Ryan said in a statement. “The Real Time Crime Intelligence Center and new two-way public safety radio system will be absolute game-changers for Dutchess County.”

Dutchess County Republican Executive Sue Serino said the nomination came at the right time.

“At a time when neighbors feel increasingly unsafe in their community, it is incumbent upon governments at all levels to find unique and unconventional solutions to address this challenge head-on,” Serino said in a statement.

“By being able to respond in real time and ensuring the efficiency and reliability of our communications systems, we can ensure our community has confidence that our first responders and law enforcement officers are working together to respond to emergencies,” Serino said.

Originally published: August 13, 2024 at 16:35