Additional $55K for Orleans County Law Enforcement and Education

In addition to securing state funding last year, Senator Rob Ortt (R,C,I – North Tonawanda) today delivered a combined $55,000 in funding to support public safety efforts in Orleans County and educational programs in both Orleans and Monroe counties. The funds were secured by Senator Ortt in the 2016-17 State Budget.

During a check presentation ceremony in Orleans County, Senator Ortt presented the Sheriff’s Office with a $10,000 check, and the District Attorney’s Office with a $15,000 check. The funds will be used to help the agencies operate more effectively and efficiently. Both offices plan to purchase new equipment for public protection efforts. 

Additionally, Senator Ortt presented the Medina Railroad Museum with a $15,000 check to paint two railroad passenger dining cars. The railcars will be used to educate the public about the historic 20^th Century Limited express passenger train that operated on the former New York Central Railroad. The dining cars are expected to be open to the public this winter.     

In Monroe County, the Spencerport Depot and Canal Museum in the Village of Spencerport also received $15,000 to help support educational programs about the history of the Erie Canal. The money can be used to assist with educational services and programming, purchasing materials, renovations, operations, or events that serve the community.