Governor Andrew Cuomo, Senator Kirsten E.
Gillibrand and members of the New York Congressional Delegation today
announced $4.5 million in federal grants has been awarded to
municipalities across New York State to support multiple homeland
security efforts that include the strengthening anti-terrorism programs,
the enhancement of emergency preparedness and the expansion of critical
infrastructure protections.
"We know all too well the threat posed by
terrorism and recent events have only further demonstrated the need for
our first responders to have the resources to respond swiftly and
effectively to emergency situations," Governor Cuomo said.
"This administration remains committed to ensuring these brave men and
women are fully prepared to keep New Yorkers safe in every corner of the
state."
"As we continue to fight terrorism abroad
and at home, local law enforcement should have every resource available
to keep our communities safe," said Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.
"This critical funding will help our local law enforcement protect and
prevent against terrorism throughout the state and I'll continue
fighting for these federal resources to help New York law enforcement be
prepared."
Funding for these programs was made available by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through the State Homeland Security Program. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services manages these programs in close coordination with local stakeholders.
New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Commissioner John P. Melville said, "New York's first responders play a vital role in keeping citizens safe from harm. These grants will go a long way toward helping the state achieve the Governor’s preparedness goals to have the best trained and prepared first responders in the country."
Funding for these programs was made available by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through the State Homeland Security Program. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services manages these programs in close coordination with local stakeholders.
New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Commissioner John P. Melville said, "New York's first responders play a vital role in keeping citizens safe from harm. These grants will go a long way toward helping the state achieve the Governor’s preparedness goals to have the best trained and prepared first responders in the country."
Tactical Team Grant Program -- $2 Million
The Tactical Team Grant Program enhances the ability of localities with tactical teams to respond to active shooter events and other counter terrorism missions. To ensure consistency statewide, strong emphasis is placed on the local teams' attainment and sustainment of the New York State standards for Tactical/SWAT Teams. Eligible applicants could apply for up to $100,000 per team to fund certain equipment, training, exercise, and planning costs that are consistent with the attainment and/or sustainment of these New York State standards.
The Tactical Team Grant Program enhances the ability of localities with tactical teams to respond to active shooter events and other counter terrorism missions. To ensure consistency statewide, strong emphasis is placed on the local teams' attainment and sustainment of the New York State standards for Tactical/SWAT Teams. Eligible applicants could apply for up to $100,000 per team to fund certain equipment, training, exercise, and planning costs that are consistent with the attainment and/or sustainment of these New York State standards.
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Technical Rescue & Urban Search and Rescue Grant Program -- $2 Million
The State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services has allocated $2 million to support the Technical Rescue & Urban Search and Rescue Grant Program. Eligible teams could request up to $150,000 to sustain and advance their capabilities in a variety of areas including structural collapse/urban search and rescue, trench rescue, confined space rescue, Swiftwater rescue and rope rescue. Specific emphasis is placed on the development of regional partnership[s to efficiently enhance response operations. Through targeted planning, equipment acquisition, training and exercise activities, these grant funds will be used to enhance the ability of these teams to save lives during disasters.
The State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services has allocated $2 million to support the Technical Rescue & Urban Search and Rescue Grant Program. Eligible teams could request up to $150,000 to sustain and advance their capabilities in a variety of areas including structural collapse/urban search and rescue, trench rescue, confined space rescue, Swiftwater rescue and rope rescue. Specific emphasis is placed on the development of regional partnership[s to efficiently enhance response operations. Through targeted planning, equipment acquisition, training and exercise activities, these grant funds will be used to enhance the ability of these teams to save lives during disasters.
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Critical Infrastructure -- $500,000
The Critical Infrastructure Grant Program is focused on enhancing security at government owned critical infrastructure sites, at special events, and at seasonal at-risk locations in New York State. To be eligible for funding, first responders must have a completed assessment of their capability to prevent and protect against attacks on the site. Up to $50,000 in grant funding is applied to mitigate vulnerabilities identified in the risk and capability assessments.
The Critical Infrastructure Grant Program is focused on enhancing security at government owned critical infrastructure sites, at special events, and at seasonal at-risk locations in New York State. To be eligible for funding, first responders must have a completed assessment of their capability to prevent and protect against attacks on the site. Up to $50,000 in grant funding is applied to mitigate vulnerabilities identified in the risk and capability assessments.
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Congressman Charles B. Rangel said, "I
applaud Governor Cuomo's announcement of additional $4.5 million in
grants to police departments throughout our great State New York. With
escalation of shootings throughout the country, it is essential that our
law enforcement officials have the proper training and equipment to
keep people safe."
Congressman Eliot Engel, the ranking Member on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, said, "We must do everything in our power to protect our home State. In 2009, the FBI foiled a terrorist plot in my district, and in my capacity as Ranking Member on Foreign Affairs, I am all too familiar with the threat posed by terrorism. In light of that reality, we need to ensure our local law enforcement agencies have the funds and support necessary to face these dangerous challenges. Governor Cuomo's allocation of $4.5 million in federal Homeland Security grants will do just that, by enhancing both the capabilities of local tactical teams and the security at government-owned infrastructure throughout New York. I thank Governor Cuomo for his efforts, and I am certain the communities like Yonkers and Eastchester, which are receiving these vital funds, will put them to good use."
Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey said, "The safety and security of residents in the Lower Hudson Valley must be a top priority. These federal grants will enable local law enforcement and public safety officials in Westchester and Rockland to protect our communities. As Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue fighting for federal investments that help keep our families safe and secure."
Congressman Eliot Engel, the ranking Member on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, said, "We must do everything in our power to protect our home State. In 2009, the FBI foiled a terrorist plot in my district, and in my capacity as Ranking Member on Foreign Affairs, I am all too familiar with the threat posed by terrorism. In light of that reality, we need to ensure our local law enforcement agencies have the funds and support necessary to face these dangerous challenges. Governor Cuomo's allocation of $4.5 million in federal Homeland Security grants will do just that, by enhancing both the capabilities of local tactical teams and the security at government-owned infrastructure throughout New York. I thank Governor Cuomo for his efforts, and I am certain the communities like Yonkers and Eastchester, which are receiving these vital funds, will put them to good use."
Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey said, "The safety and security of residents in the Lower Hudson Valley must be a top priority. These federal grants will enable local law enforcement and public safety officials in Westchester and Rockland to protect our communities. As Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue fighting for federal investments that help keep our families safe and secure."
Source: Press Office, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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