Statements About Last Night's Incident In New York City

From Governor Kathy Hochul:  "Officer Didarul Islam represented the very best of New York. An immigrant from Bangladesh, he joined the NYPD to protect his city — and gave his life doing so.  He leaves behind a wife, two young sons and a third child on the way. We hold his family in our prayers."

 

From The NYSP: "We join the NYPD and all of New York in mourning the tragic loss of Police Officer Didarul Islam, who died in the line of duty.  Officer Islam, a 36-year-old husband and father from the 47th Precinct, was a 3½-year veteran of the NYPD. He leaves behind his wife, two young sons, and a child on the way.  This devastating incident also claimed the lives of three innocent civilians. Our hearts are with all the families affected.   The New York State Police stand with the NYPD and all those grieving during this time of profound loss. Officer Islam’s service and sacrifice will never be forgotten."

 

The Steuben County Disaster Reserve Fund

Steuben County Legislative Chair Kelly Fitzpatrick says, the county legislature took money out of some capital projects and putting that money into several reserve funds.   Fitzpatrick says, this is happening because of advice from the State Comptroller’s Office.   Fitzpatrick also says, this will help out with future repairs from floods or any other disasters.  Up to this point, the county has been using capital project monies, for flood/disaster repairs.  "In recent years," Fitzpatrick tells Wvin, "we have experienced several disasters in our area.  What this fund will do is allow us to have money set aside to pay for repairs, while we wait for any federal and state reimbursement to come through.  That way, our general budget for that particular year, won't have to take any kind of a hit for a natural disaster as we pay for repairs," Fitzpatrick said. 

 

The Governor's Cell Phone Ban To Start Up Soon

School will start in about four weeks.  Governor Kathy Hochul says her ban on cell phones for grade school and high school students is going to greatly help young students with study habits and their ability to speak and socialize with others.  The governor also says, school districts must have their school policies on this issue done and published, by August 1.  

 

Allard: The Boater Safety Classes Are Working Out Well

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard says, since the county sheriff’s office has been increasing the number of boater safety classes over the past 18 months, there has been a noticeable decrease in boating collisions. The sheriff maintains, these classes are something he hears good things about.  The next boater safety class is coming up August 18/19.