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Spring Valley Police Awarded $61,552 to Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Efforts

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Spring Valley, NY — The Village of Spring Valley has been awarded $61,552 through the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program, funding that will directly enhance the Spring Valley Police Department’s efforts to prevent gun violence.

The grant will be used to strengthen the department’s Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) program — a key initiative under New York’s Red Flag Law, which allows law enforcement to petition courts to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others.

Since the law’s implementation in 2022, Spring Valley officers have filed more than 100 ERPO petitions in Rockland County Supreme Court, illustrating the department’s proactive stance on firearm-related threats and community safety.

Officials say the funding not only supports critical preventative work but also acknowledges the dedication and leadership shown by the Spring Valley Police Department in addressing the threat of gun violence.

“This grant is a testament to the hard work of our officers and their commitment to keeping Spring Valley safe,” said village officials. “We remain focused on using every available tool to prevent tragedy before it happens.”

The ERPO initiative continues to play a vital role in the village’s broader public safety strategy, aimed at reducing firearm-related incidents and protecting vulnerable individuals.

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Stony Point Police Department Construction May Limit Public Access

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August 25, 2026

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Construction is underway at the Stony Point Police Department, where improvements to the station’s entrance and surrounding walkways are expected to temporarily affect public access.

The project includes replacing the department’s front steps and entrance area, along with sections of the surrounding sidewalks. During construction, access to the station lobby and police desk may be limited or difficult.

Residents who need police services or assistance are encouraged to call the Stony Point Police Department at 845-786-2422. An officer will assist callers and provide further direction.

Anyone experiencing an emergency should continue to call 911.

Police officials thanked residents for their patience and cooperation as the construction work is completed.

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Ramapo Police Halt Test of Advanced License Plate Reader Cameras

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August 11, 2026

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Ramapo Police Chief Daniel Hyman announced that the department will not move forward with a planned test of a new generation of automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, citing privacy concerns and the need to balance law enforcement technology with constitutional protections.

Hyman said the technology being considered goes beyond the department’s existing fixed license plate readers. While current cameras primarily capture license plates to help identify wanted or stolen vehicles and assist with criminal investigations, the newer systems include advanced investigative analytics and vehicle-identification capabilities.

“Those capabilities can provide tremendous value to law enforcement, but they also raise legitimate questions about privacy and the appropriate limits of government technology,” Hyman said.

Hyman emphasized that the decision does not affect the traditional fixed LPR cameras currently used by the Ramapo Police Department and does not represent a rejection of license plate reader technology overall.

Instead, he said the department is exercising caution because of the expanded capabilities of the newer systems.

“Our responsibility is to protect both” public safety and constitutional protections, Hyman said.

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