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Pelham board reviews swatting debrief, coordinates with police and outlines $1.3M camera upgrade
Summary
Following a recent swatting hoax that prompted building clearance, the district described lessons learned, coordination with Village police and fire departments, and progress on a $1.3 million state grant to upgrade campus camera systems and controls.
The safety committee debriefed the board on a recent swatting hoax and the district’s response. Assistant superintendent for facilities summarized lessons learned, the speed of communications to parents, and ongoing coordination with Village of Pelham and Pelham Manor public‑safety partners who participated in drills and the response.
“We reviewed our camera access and controls project through the grant that we've received from the state for $1,300,000,” the facilities lead said, outlining vendor and architect engagement and a planned bid schedule. Board members said evacuation and communications drills helped inform improvements and noted that police and fire department familiarity with campus layouts aided the response.
