New York Governor Kathy Hochul visited Rochester on October 24 to highlight New York State’s $24 million investment in modernizing law enforcement technology and equipment across Monroe County.
The initiative, part of the state’s Law Enforcement Technology (LE Tech) grant program, supports upgrades that are already helping police deter and solve crimes — and contributing to a measurable drop in violent incidents.
During her visit to the Rochester Police Department (RPD), Governor Hochul toured the city’s command room, where the department’s new blue light cameras are monitored. RPD received $10 million through the program for camera upgrades, additions and other advanced equipment. In total, 10 agencies in Monroe County shared the $24 million investment, while 378 departments statewide received $127 million in technology funding…