Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will join City of Amsterdam Mayor Michael Cinquanti, Amsterdam Police Department Chief John J. Thomas, APD Lieutenant Spencer, and representatives from Shepard Communication for a press conference to unveil and demonstrate a new state-of-the-art video surveillance system installed throughout Veterans Park, Shuttleworth Park, and other areas in the City of Amsterdam. The new system, funded by Assemblyman Santabarbara’s $55,000 grant, uses smart camera technology to enhance public safety, prevent crime, and assist law enforcement in locating lost loved ones, including children or individuals with cognitive disabilities such as dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

This initiative highlights Assemblyman Santabarbara’s commitment to fostering a safer, more secure environment for our community. The system will also act as a valuable tool in preventing criminal activities and enabling faster resolution of incidents.

Who:

• Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara,
• Mayor Michael Cinquanti, City of Amsterdam,
• Chief John J. Thomas, Amsterdam Police Department,
• Lieutenant Spencer, Amsterdam Police Department,
• representatives from Shepard Communications

What:

• Demonstration of the new smart camera technology and its capabilities
• Importance of securing public safety in parks and other public spaces
• How this technology can assist in locating lost loved ones, including individuals with cognitive disabilities
• Acknowledgment of Assemblyman Santabarbara’s role in securing the funding for this initiative

When: Thursday, September 12th, 2024 at 11am

Where: Amsterdam Police Department, 1 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam, NY

“This investment in cutting-edge security technology will help keep our residents and visitors safe, prevent crime, and assist in locating loved ones who may be lost,” said Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara. “Whether it’s a missing child or someone with cognitive disabilities like dementia, this system is a game changer for public safety. I’m proud to have secured the funding to make this initiative a reality for the City of Amsterdam.”