EFC President & CEO Maureen A. Coleman to Highlight Governor Hochul's Cybersecurity Investments for Adirondack and North Country Water Systems

New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation President and CEO Maureen A. Coleman will join officials in Saranac Lake to highlight Governor Kathy Hochul's cybersecurity grants awarded to drinking water and wastewater systems across the Adirondacks and North Country. Strengthening Essential Cybersecurity for Utilities and Resiliency Enhancements (SECURE) is a first-in-nation grant program to help local governments identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities, strengthen defenses against cyber threats, and protect the essential water services that New Yorkers rely on every day.

WHAT: Photo opportunity for a ceremonious check presentation to the Village of Saranac Lake for a SECURE cybersecurity grant award, followed by media availability.

WHO: EFC President and CEO Maureen A. Coleman, Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman, Village of Saranac Lake Mayor Kelly Brunette

WHEN: 11 a.m. on Monday, August 24

WHERE: Riverside Park, 14 Main and River Streets, Saranac Lake, NY 12983

WHY THIS MATTERS: These threats are real and escalating, with recent malicious cyberattacks on water systems across multiple states. These investments give local governments the tools they need to strengthen their defenses and safeguard essential services.

RSVP IS REQUIRED: Credentialed press should email heather.cameron@efc.ny.gov.