Genesee County and Batavia Police Department will use Funds to Help Programs
Press release
BATAVIA – On July 13th, a ceremony was held in the lobby at Batavia Downs Gaming as Batavia Downs presented both local K-9 Units with a check from money that went unclaimed at Batavia Downs. When the money went unclaimed, Batavia Downs decided to sponsor the Department’s K-9 Unit as they have done in the past. Both the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department and the Batavia Police Department’s K-9 Units received $2,000 each.
Left to right- Deputy Stack with K-9 Rayzor, Deputy Mullen with K-9 Frankie and Officer Quider with K-9 Batu at Batavia Downs on Thursday during the check presentation.
“We’re happy to once again support the local K-9 Units,” said Henry Wojtaszek, President and CEO of Batavia Downs. “Now more than ever it’s important for our local law enforcement to have the resources they need to keep local residents safe. These officers do so much for the community and we’re glad to do our part to help.”
Left to right- Deputy Stack with K-9 Rayzor, Chief Deputies Brian Frieday and Joseph Graff, Henry Wojtaszek/Pres.CEO-Batavia Downs, and Deputy Andrew Mullen with K-9 Frankie
“We appreciate the support from local businesses like Batavia Downs, “said Genesee County Sheriff William Sheron, Jr. “These funds will help cover the K-9 unit’s expenses like food, training and equipment.”
Left to right- Officer Quider with K-9 Batu, Henry Wojtaszek/Pres. CEO/Batavia Downs, Assistant Police Chief Christopher Camp, Investigator Matthew Wojtaszczyk and Officer Austin Davis.
“Public support and donations play an integral role in supporting our K-9 program, “said Batavia Police Chief Shawn Heubusch. “These funds will be used to offset the cost of food, veterinary services, training, equipment and other K-9-related expenses.”
Video of Check Presentation at Batavia Downs July 13, 2023
Western Region Off-Track Betting Corporation is a public benefit corporation with headquarters in Batavia, NY. WROTB owns and operates 8 OTB branches, an ADW site, 25 Ez-Bet sites, as well as Batavia Downs Gaming, a standard bred racetrack and gaming and hotel facility. Since its inception, Western Region OTB has generated over $251 million in operating and surcharge revenues to the taxpayers of participating municipalities.
About The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office
The Mission of the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is to provide public service and protection to the citizens of the community. The members of the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office are expected to carry out these responsibilities diligently, courteously and professionally; and to take pride in the service they provide.
About The Batavia Police Department
It is the mission of the Batavia Police Department to provide comprehensive, effective police services that exceed the expectation of the citizens in a timely and responsive manner. The Police Department provides crime suppression, traffic control, event management, and community policing activities within the City. The department is tasked with establishing and implementing processes and procedures that provide the most effective possible policing for our citizens and visitors.