Sheriffs Make Waves With Boater Safety |
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It’s That Time of Year Again . . . New York State Sheriffs’ Association President and Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple (pictured) kicks off a press event near the Hudson River in Albany to mark the start of boating season across New York State and in observance of National Safe Boating Week, held May 20 – 26 this year. Sheriff Apple noted from U.S. Coast Guard statistics that drowning was the reported cause of death in four out of every five recreational boating fatalities in 2021, with 83% of those who drowned not wearing life jackets. He also reported that all operators of motorized vessels, regardless of age, will be required to have a boating safety certificate by January 2025.
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. . . So WEAR IT — In the photo at right, Columbia County Sheriff Donald Krapf (left) and Greene County Sheriff Peter Kusminsky joined Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa (above left) and Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple to offer key tips for boating safety — notably the importance of wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket as promoted through the national WEAR IT Campaign.
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It’s Never Too Early to Start — In a pictorial promotional (above), the New York State Sheriffs’ Institute shows how safe boating is done at Camp Iroquois on Keuka Lake. The camp will open shortly to provide another season of summer fun for youth.
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More Sheriffs Making More Waves — On Air and Online |
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Sheriffs use a multiple number of messaging platforms to keep the public informed. Here are a few examples of how they get the word out on the airwaves and through the 'Net. |
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Delaware County Sheriff Has the Mic |
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Speaking Out — Delaware County Sheriff Criag DuMond (pictured above) is a regular guest at local radio station WIOX in Roxbury, NY, where he addresses current topics concerning law enforcement.
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Spotlight on Columbia County Sheriff |
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Behind the Badge with the Monroe County Sheriff |
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Getting to Know You — In June 2020, Monroe County Sheriff Baxter (pictured left) launched the podcast series, “Behind the Badge with MCSO.” This format allows Sheriff Baxter to let everyone know what is happening at the Sheriff’s Office and the communities it serves, providing the public an opportunity to know the deputies and civilian staff, both professionally and personally. Above is an image from the podcast during the PGA tournament held in Rochester last month.
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Here for You — Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar (pictured right) stopped by the studios at Radio Station WNBF in Binghamton, NY, inviting the community to an upcoming regional Public Safety Town Hall.
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Saratoga County Has New Undersheriff |
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Jeffrey R. Brown (pictured) has been promoted to the rank of Saratoga County Undersheriff. Jeff joined the Sheriff’s Office in September 1998 as a Deputy Sheriff, advancing through the ranks as Investigator, Lieutenant and Captain. Congratulations on your new job, Undersheriff Brown!
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REMINDER: Yellow Dot Campaign Underway |
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The New York State Sheriffs’ Association reminds Sheriffs statewide about the recent campaign to highlight the Association’s Yellow Dot service.
Yellow Dot is a free program designed to help first responders provide life-saving medical attention during an emergency.
A Yellow Dot in the driver’s-side rear window of a vehicle or on the door at a private residence will alert first responders that vital medical information is stored in the car’s glove compartment or the home freezer. The Sheriffs’ Association has distributed over two million free Yellow Dots to New Yorkers.
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Chautauqua County Jail Health Services Receives Accreditation |
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The Chautauqua County Jail has received accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care.
Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone (pictured) announced the accreditation at a meeting of the County Legislature in May, noting Chautauqua County is one of five counties in New York State to have the designation.
Sheriff Quattrone said that due to the County being accepted into a nationwide study by Harvard University, the costs of applying for the accreditation were covered by Harvard.
“We have a constitutional obligation to provide health care to those incarcerated in our jail, and we are committed to doing so with innovation, excellence and efficiency,” noted Sheriff Quattrone. “I salute the health-care staff, custody staff and leadership for their hard work and dedication on behalf of our patients.”
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Spring is here, and so are a number of conferences and training programs full of information and best practices to help you move ahead, do your best and stay safe. Click the links below for program, lodging and registration information. |
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Each June, civil supervisors from around the state attend the Civil Supervisors’ Training Conference in Saratoga Springs, NY. This conference will feature presentations on new technology, case law and statute updates, handling and preserving public records, and working with county and state accounting agencies to make sure all records are accurately maintained.
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Also every June, Undersheriffs are encouraged to attend the Undersheriffs’ Training Conference in Saratoga Springs, NY, which will provide training in labor management, employee discipline, and management of employee benefits, which impact all Divisions of the Sheriff’s Office. Sessions will include presentations from state and federal agency representatives who provide or administer programs in these areas.
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The NSA 2023 Annual Conference will be held in Grand Rapids, MI, and include numerous seminars and workshops covering all aspects of the duties and responsibilities for Sheriff’s Offices: law enforcement, jail operations, service of process, transportation of prisoners, and court / judicial security.
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The New York State Sheriffs' Association Annual Summer Training Conference will take place at the Seasons on Keuka Lake / Hampton Inn, Penn Yan, NY, from July 17 to July 20, with the Exhibitor Trade show on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 18 and 19. Programs will address current issues impacting law enforcement, corrections, court security and civil matters, with emphasis on analysis of new laws passed in the previous legislative session. Sheriffs will also meet informally with one another and with the speakers to delve deeper into the issues presented. |
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From the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page, responding to the sweet gifts prepared and presented to the Sheriff's Office by youth and staff at a local childcare center:
“Thank you for making 'Law Enforcement Survival Kits' for our team!
"Incredibly thoughtful and we’ll be sure to take them with us on patrol.”
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From the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page:
“No, you are not seeing double. Part-time FCSO Deputy Jordan Shannon and his twin brother, Amsterdam Police Officer Justin Shannon, read to a kindergarten class.”
So it’s twice the fun . . . and fun to tell who is who by their uniforms.
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