Bodegas play a crucial role in New York City, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic when they served as vital community resources. The city is investing $1.6 million to install SilentShields buttons in 500 bodegas, enabling workers to discreetly contact the NYPD in emergencies. This initiative targets areas with high crime rates, aiming to improve safety for both workers and customers. Additionally, there is an ongoing program for bodegas to share surveillance footage in real-time with police, further enhancing security and crime response capabilities.
New York City will now invest $1.6 million to implement SilentShields buttons in 500 bodegas, allowing emergency NYPD calls without revealing the urgency.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, bodegas served as a lifeline, providing essential supplies and fostering community ties amidst uncertainty.
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