06.22.26 Public Safety Committee

The Monroe County Legislature's Public Safety Committee met on June 22, 2026, to discuss several procurement and funding-related matters. Key agenda items included the passage of a local law requiring retail establishments to disclose the use of biometric identification technology, which passed with a 5-4 vote. The committee also approved acceptance of funding from the Office of Justice Programs for a New York State Overdose Intervention Initiative and additional funding from the U.S. Department of Justice for the U.S. Marshalls Service Regional Fugitive Task Force. Discussions emphasized the importance of proper allocation and oversight of these funds, including the selection process for filling key public safety positions. The committee unanimously approved motions related to these funding acceptances and contract considerations for monitoring medical services at the Monroe County Jail.