Mayor Jeffrey M. Lanigan is proud to announce that the City of Rome has received another generous donation in support of the reestablishment of the Rome Police Department’s K9 Unit, this time from Adirondack Bank.
The $10,000 contribution from Adirondack Bank will help continue the City’s efforts to fully restore and strengthen the K9 Unit, a key public safety initiative championed by Mayor Lanigan since taking office. Over the past year, the administration has worked diligently to secure the necessary equipment, training, and resources needed to bring the unit back into service after it was previously eliminated.
K9 Units play a vital role in modern law enforcement operations. Highly trained police dogs assist officers with narcotics detection, suspect tracking and apprehension, search and rescue operations, evidence recovery, and community engagement initiatives. These specialized teams not only improve operational effectiveness and officer safety, but also help foster positive relationships between law enforcement and the community through demonstrations and outreach programs.
Mayor Lanigan emphasized the importance of strong community partnerships in helping restore the unit and strengthen public safety efforts throughout the city. “We are incredibly grateful to Adirondack Bank for their generous support of our K9 Unit,” said Mayor Lanigan. “This donation demonstrates Adirondack Bank’s continued commitment to the City of Rome and to the safety and well-being of our residents. K9 Units are an invaluable resource for local law enforcement, providing critical assistance in protecting our community, supporting officers in the field, and enhancing public safety operations. Partnerships like this make a meaningful difference, and we sincerely appreciate Adirondack Bank’s investment in our city.”
The City of Rome remains committed to strengthening public safety initiatives and looks forward to the continued success of the Rome Police Department’s K9 program in the months ahead.
