BEHIND THE BADGE WITH MCSO: Recent Episodes
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A look inside and behind the badge with MCSO. Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter gives a glimpse inside of the MCSO in Rochester, NY.
Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with Monroe County Executive Adam Bello to discuss the State of Monroe County, specifically the Public Safety aspect.Sheriff Baxter and County Executive Bello talk about current crime trends, as well as issues related to law enforcement, and the state of our community when it comes to protecting and serving the citizens who call Monroe County "home."
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office welcomes our community's senior citizens to learn about the Sheriff's Office, how it works, the various units, and ask questions of our agency. The academies are run by our three Community Engagement Deputies, representing the three zone substations. Watch as Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown chats with the Community Engagement Deputy in A-Zone, representing Monroe County's East-side, Deputy Todd Thurston, Joel Freeman with the Penfield Recreation Center, and Jan Guldbeck, one of the seniors attending the Senior Citizen Academy.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Officehas two Commercial Vehicle deputies who conduct inspections on large vehicles to ensure everyone on the road is safe. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff ToddBaxter and Co-Host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with Deputies Gulisano and Sanfilippo about the importance of their work to keep the economy moving.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has three Community Engagement Deputies, one assigned to each of our Zone Substations. These deputies are liaisons to our community, offering crime prevention programs and services to aid citizens. They are ready to assist and serve our community leaders in each of the zones, working with school districts, community groups and the citizens we serve. Watch as Undersheriff Korey Brown talks about the role of these public servants with Community Engagement Deputies Jonathan Payne, Kelly Valvassori and Todd Thurston.
April is Autism Awareness Month. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has three Autism Community Liaisons who serve as a link between the MCSO and our community. One of those liaisons, guest host Deputy Brendan Hurley, shares more information about our partnership with Autism Up's Full Life Academy. Deputy Hurley speaks with Full Life Academy student Noah Smith, Autism Up Chief Marketing Officer Lisa Ponticello, and Bill Moran, Host of Billified: The Bill Moran Podcast.
How cool!!! Rochester, NY sits directly in the path of totality of the Solar Eclipse happening on April 8, 2024. At 3:20 p.m., our region will experience 3 minutes and 38 seconds of complete totality! Learn more about the safety plan the Monroe County Sheriff's Office has for this event, including important traffic reminders and advice as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host, Deputy Sanders Tisdale, interview MCSO Special Operations Unit Lt. Andrew Soike.
Watch or listen in as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale learn more about A-Zone Captain Kevin Schoepfel and what it takes to police the substation covering the east-side of Monroe County. Captain Schoepfel shares his experiences, love for the job, as well as challenges.
February marks Black History Month. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with MCSO Community Affairs Executive Dr. Torrance Jones and Pastor Donald Stevens of Helping Hands Missionary Baptist Church about celebrating and recognizing Black History Month all year.
"When I think what does it mean to me? I am black history, ya know on a personal level," said Dr. Torrance Jones, MCSO Community Affairs Director. "I remember, just my mother and father, they grew up in the South and they grew up actually in segregated schools. So they did not grow up in a system where schools are integrated when it comes to black and white."
Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with Lt. Mackenzie who oversees the MCSO Snowmobile and Track Vehicle Unit. These vehicles aid deputies and our community in many ways, to include assisting during challenging weather conditions, missing persons cases, and at times, investigatory purposes and so much more.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Podcast Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with MCSO Sgt. CJ Zimmerman and Public Information Officer, Deputy Brendan Hurley to learn more about the MCSO Attempt to Identify Social Media postings and the partnership with MCSO Communications to engage the community.
Stolen vehicles. Will insurance cover it? Sheriff Baxter talks with Nicholas Pagano of the Elmwood Agency and Evan Stark of the Bob Johnson Auto Group about stolen vehicles and the impact on insurance, car dealerships and you the consumer.
Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and guest co-host, Sgt. Mike Zamiara, discuss the role of the Part-time Road Patrol deputy with Deputy Joe Resch.
Consider joining our Police Bureau part-time if you have a desire to serve our community, are looking to off-set your full-time career, or are interested in only working a few hours a week. It's a great opportunity!
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale discuss Jail Academy Class #53 with Class Counselor Deputy Story and Class Captain, Recruit Deputy Rivera. The discussion centers around the role of both positions and the impact they have on new incoming recruits.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Guest Co-host, PIO Deputy Brendan Hurley discuss the U.S. Marshal Service Task Force and the importance of the fugitive Crime Watch Flyers with former Task Force Member, Deputy Matt Young.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with MCSO Recruitment Deputies Sarah Schreiner and Jacob VanSlooten about the upcoming Deputy Sheriff Jailor Test. Deadline to apply is November 3, 2023.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale check back in with Fairport Police Chief Matt Barnes and Gates Police Chief Rob Long having served in their Chief roles for more than a year now. Listen in as these law enforcement leaders discuss challenges and successes.
School is back in session! Listen in as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses the important role of our School Resource Officers and some back to school safety advice with SRO Deputy Derrick Goettel.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale chat with MCSO Undersheriff Korey Brown. Learn more about the role of Undersheriff and a little bit more about Undersheriff Brown.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses the unique role Special Police play in aiding law enforcement with Greece Special Police Chief Mike DiCataldo.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses the role of the MCSO Evidence Technicians with Sr. Technician Deputy Dan Luffman.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Sgt. CJ Zimmerman go in-depth on the 50 year old cold case investigations with Deputy Houlihan and MCSO Admin. Asst. Molly Rowe, tasked with researching, organizing and categorizing the case files.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Sgt. CJ Zimmerman sat down with journalists Nikki Rudd of WHEC-TV (News 10 NBC) and Gary Craig of the Democrat and Chronicle to discuss the Double Initial Homicide Investigations. Both journalists are among the local media who have covered the investigations extensively. Ms. Rudd and Mr. Craig share their prospective.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sat down with MCSO Sgt. CJ Zimmerman, Wayne County Sheriff's Lt. Kevin Kuntz, and New York State Police Investigator Eric Fuenfstueck to discuss the murders of Carmen Colon, Michelle Maenza, and Wanda Walkowicz. These agencies are working collaboratively to try and solve this 50 year old cold case known as the Double Initial Homicides.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with Retired Rochester Police Sgt. Brett Sobieraski following his amazing journey, completing a nearly 1300 mile trek though 8 states to honor a fallen hero and fellow brother, Rochester Police Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz. "Maz," as he was affectionately known, was murdered on July 21, 2022 while protecting our community working on the RPD Tac Unit to prevent violence. Congratulations Sgt. Sobieraski as you showed grit, perseverance and overall compassion for a family that captured the nation's hearts. Thank you to all who showed humanity and supported this great cause.
In this four part series, Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interviews MCSO Sgt. C.J. Zimmerman about a 50 year old cold case known as the Double Initial Murders. Three young ladies, Carmen Colon, Michelle Maenza and Wanda Walkowicz were sexually assaulted and murdered in three separate instances. Their killer(s) are still unknown. No one has been charged with these heinous crimes.
SPECIAL EDITION: "Behind the Badge with MCSO" Podcast. Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter has the privilege of interviewing PGA General Chairman Ron Pluta and Monroe County Sheriff's Foundation members Chris Hill and Dave Merrick, previewing the upcoming MCSF Annual Golf Classic in July. This Special Edition podcast takes place on the prestigious Oak Hill Golf Course, recorded in advance of the PGA Championship.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale discuss MCSO's partnership with ATF Resident Agent In Charge Michael Curran.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale highlight the "Do the Right Thing" Awards Program with Laurie Kingsley-Henry and PIO Lt. Greg Bello with the Rochester Police Department- shining a spotlight on our community's young people who are doing good work by making good choices and doing the right thing when faced with a challenge or opportunity to do so.
Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Tisdale speak with Accreditation Coordinator Denise Cesarano.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses MCSO's Wellness initiative with Director Kim Butler.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with Primetime585 Co-founder Karen Iglesia to talk about the organization's mission and the collaborative partnership with law enforcement.
Sheriff Baxter and Monroe County Sheriff's Foundation President Bill Sanborn talk about the spirit of giving as we help those in need this holiday season.
During the month of December, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office has chosen the Josh Rojas Foundation as the beneficiary of its "Beards for Bucks" fundraiser. Learn more about this organization in our community that supports families who are experiencing the sudden loss of a child. Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with the organization's co-founder, MCSO Captain Pat Rojas.
Sheriff Baxter speaks with Veterans Affairs Coordinator Vince Schillaci and MCSO Crime Victim Specialist Paula Penna, to discuss how the VA and MCSO work together to address domestic violence.
Catalytic Converter Thefts: Does the problem of catalytic converter thefts disappear if scrapyard owners stop purchasing them? Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with Bob Frank, who has a wealth of knowledge in the recycled metals industry, to answer this question and more.
Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Tisdale host Livingston County Sheriff Tom Dougherty as they discuss the importance of Sheriffs' Week.
Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Tisdale sit down with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rochester CEO Lisa Matoon and Jail Deputy Victor Rivera. They discuss the Bigs With Badges program, creating a supportive one-to-one mentoring relationship with youth and deputies.
Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Tisdale sit down with Special Operations Captain Rick Bancroft for our first video podcast. They discuss all of the units that make up Special Operations at the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and MCSO Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with one of the MCSO Sergeants, Bryan McCarthy, who works out of the Frederick Douglas Greater Rochester International Airport. Learn more about MCSO's role at the airport and how we work in collaboration with the TSA to provide safety and security to travelers and airport employees.
Sheriff Baxter and guest host Deputy Sanders Tisdale speak with Sergeant Greg Wildman about the Rochester Threat Advisory Committee.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with the relatively new Police Chiefs of the Fairport and Gates Police Departments; Chief Matt Barnes (Fairport) and Chief Rob Long (Gates).
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with Kelly Ligozio of Special Olympics and Deputy Mike Favata to discuss the upcoming Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics and how our community can participate. Support the athletes!
As we mark National Police Week in honor of fallen Law Enforcement Officers nationwide, Monroe County Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with MCSO Captain Chris Fay and Sgt. Ryan Buttles from our Police Bureau.
Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with Center for Youth Executive. Director Elaine Spaull and Tyshauna Clark, Program Director of Rochester Teen Court & Juvenile Justice Programs. Youth advocates doing great work in our community!
Sheriff Todd Baxter and Dr. Torrance Jones talk about his work as Community Affairs Executive.
In honor of National Correctional Officers Week, Sheriff Todd Baxter talks with Jail Superintendent Maurice Leone and PrimeCare Medical Director of Mental Health, Chelsea Dilucia.
Sheriff Baxter talks with Sarah Milko and Lisa Ponticello from Autism up, to discuss autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion
Sheriff Baxter sits down with MCSO Crime Victim Specialist Paula Penna & Lisa Nolan of the Willow Domestic Violence Center to discuss how the Criminal Justice Reform Laws are impacting victims of crime. Join us for this introspective conversation.
Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Tisdale, sit down with Monroe County Legislature President Sabrina LaMar and Special Assistant to the President Vince Felder, to discuss the Monroe County Legislature and its partnership with MCSO.
Sheriff Baxter sits down with Records Manager Maria Lee, retired Lieutenant Lynda Spiegel, and Deputy Rhianna Ribby. They discuss the history, present, and future of women in the MCSO.
Sheriff Todd K. Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale welcomed Primetime 585 into the studio. They talked with Karen Iglesias, co-founder of Primetime 585, (a sports centered not-for-profit that utilizes sports to bridge between communities) UPrep Senior - Jordan Jackson, and UPrep Junior - Quantel Greene Jr.
Sheriff Todd K. Baxter spoke with Judge Vincent M. Dinolfo, retired NFL official Jimmy DeBell, and Deputy James Owen. They discussed Battlefields to Ballfields- Providing veterans an opportunity to integrate back into their communities through sports officiating.
The MCSO Standards and Compliance Unit is a unique function of our agency, responsible for conducting multiple audits throughout the year across all bureaus, including an audit of inmate property. The unit is also responsible for tracking and receiving all Naloxone (NARCAN) usage and Automated External Defibrillators (AED). Sheriff Todd K. Baxter sits down with Sgt. Adrienne Dandrea, Deputy Chris Jocolano, and Deputy Rob Anderson of the MCSO Standards and Compliance Unit
Throughout the year MCSO's generosity continues to shine. It is especially heartwarming during the months of November and December. Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter speaks with Lt. Kevin Schoepfel, Deputy Dominique Forster, and Crime Victims Specialist Mary DeLella about our agency's generosity.
This week, Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jeremy Bell to discuss our joint efforts in keeping our communities safe. Listen in to hear insight about the FBI's mission to combatting terrorism, white collar crime and cyber crime. Also discussed was the recently released report detailing the statistics for assaulted or killed Law Enforcement Officers in 2020.
MCSO Director of Communications Amy Young and MCSO Public Information Officer Sergeant Matthew Bottone filled in for Sheriff Todd Baxter on this weeks podcast. In this episode, we interviewed Vik Christy, who is an intern with the MCSO. Listen in to hear about Vik's life, journey to get to America and how he is trying to make his "American Dream" come true.
Learn more about the MCSO Legal Team and the role the Sheriff's Counsel plays in our agency. (This episode was recorded earlier this year in February 2021)
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by Webster Police Department Chief Dennis Kohlmeier and Lieutenant Shaun Welch to give an inside look into the operations of the Webster Police Department and the community in which they serve. Take a listen!
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, spoke with Mary DeLella and Sheri Tehan who are two of MCSO's Crime Victims Specialists about their continued commitment to assisting crime victims and victims of domestic violence. Listen in to learn about their important work in our community.
New Podcast Episode- Sheriff Baxter sat down with B Zone Captain Chris Fay & Sgt. Matt Kreuzer to discuss zone operations. B Zone covers the towns of Henrietta, Mendon, Rush and Wheatland. Listen in to learn more about how our patrol zone substations operate and the people that work there.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by Corporal Joe Merino, Deputy Anthony Messura and Institutional Helper Alyssa Ecija to discuss our Institutional Helper program in the Monroe County Jail. Listen in to learn more about how Institutional Helpers assist in day to day operations in the jail and how to join our team to start working your way towards a rewarding career.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office continues its long-time partnership with the Pirate Toy Fund. The non-profit is dedicated to distributing new toys year-round to children in need throughout the Greater Rochester region.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by Clay Harris, founder of Uniting and Healing Through Hope of Monroe County to discuss the issues facing our community. Sheriff Baxter and Clay Harris also spoke about the upcoming Uniting and Healing Through Hope Stop The Violence family cookout and concert on September 25, 2021 at Jones Park in Rochester from 2 to 8 p.m.
Sheriff Todd K. Baxter sat down with C Zone Acting Captain Dean Tuthill and Sergeant Ben Melos to discuss zone operations. Listen in to learn more about how our patrol zone substations operate and the people that work there.
Captain James McGowan filled in this week for Sheriff Baxter to give an inside look into medical care at the Monroe County Jail. PrimeCare Regional Manager Christine Graupman and Health Services Administrator Nadly Thompson joined to talk about the COVID-19 response, Medication Assisted Treatment program and other services provided to inmates. Listen in to learn more.
MCSO Chief Deputy Michael Fowler filled in for Sheriff Baxter for this weeks podcast. Chief Deputy Fowler was joined by Brighton Police Department Chief David Catholdi and Captain Jose Caraballo to give an inside look into the operations of the Brighton Police Department and the community in which they serve. Take a listen!
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter sat down with Brockport Police Department Chief Mark Cuzzupoli and Sergeant Paul Wheat to talk about their department. Listen in to learn about Brockport PD and all that their department has to offer.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by Lieutenant Pat Rojas, Sergeant Chris Gallina and Sergeant Shaun LeClair from the MCSO Internal Affairs Unit to discuss the vital role they play in our agency. Tune into learn more about what Internal Affairs does and about the people that work there.
Sheriff Baxter sat down with Lt. Providence Crowder from our Jail Bureau, Jennifer Rivers, Director of Rehabilitation and Kelly Robinson, Addictions Counselor to discuss why community partnerships are so important to rehabilitation in our jail. Also discussed was how our addictions counseling works with in the jail and the different programs offered to inmates to offer assistance.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter spoke with RPD Sergeant Justin Collins who also runs Police Exam Career Prep and MCSO Recruiter Deputy Todd Kenney about our upcoming Police Bureau exam. Listen into hear about what you can do to prepare and how to sign up.
This week's episode of Behind the Badge with MCSO features our new Commander Samuel Bell and Recruiter Deputy Amanda Hanlon. Listen in as we learn about the many functions of our Staff Services Bureau and our efforts to recruit new members and diversify our agency.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office Quartermaster supplies the agency's nearly 1100 deputies and civilian staff with everything they need to operate. From uniforms to paper clips and everything in between, we could not operate without this department and its awesome personnel.
Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown filled in for Sheriff Baxter for this weeks podcast. Undersheriff Brown interviewed Chief Chris Mears and Sergeant David Marcucci from the Ogden Police Department. Listen in to learn about the Chief and Sergeant along with their department.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sat down this week to speak with Ken VanDuzer and Eric Rothfuss from the MCSO Fleet Garage. When most people think of our Sheriff's Office, they often think of our vehicles but not what it takes to keep our fleet of nearly 380 vehicles going. Listen into hear about the great behind the scenes work that is done everyday to keep our fleet in operational ready status.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter switched up this week's podcast and tried something new. MCSO reached out to members from all across our community to offer words of encouragement to our deputies and all police officers. Faith leaders, radio personalities, people from town government and non for profits left messages expressing their commitment and support of our hardworking deputies. Listen in and enjoy some familiar voices.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined on this weeks podcast by Deputy Phil Fantanza and Deputy Sal Latore of our Community Services Unit. They gave an in depth look into what the Community Services Unit provides to the community such as the D.A.R.E. Programs, Teen Police Academy and Child Safety Seat inspections.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts, Ontario County Sheriff Kevin Henderson and Livingston County Sheriff Tom Dougherty to talk about what it's like to be a Sheriff. The four Sheriff's discussed how they got to the position, the responsibility that comes along with the position and what a great honor it is to serve their communities.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter invited Fairport Police Chief Sam Farina and Sergeant Matt Barnes to the podcast to talk about their department and the exciting things happening in the village. Also, listen in to hear a side conversation about the Baja 1000 and rolling a vehicle down a hill in Mexico.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter spoke with Vince Schillaci and Liz Gamache from the US Department of Veterans Affairs and Gary Horton from the Veterans Defense Program to discuss how all three agencies work together to assist veterans in times of need.
Learn more about the NYS Marijuana Laws and Traffic Enforcement as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter speaks with MCSO Lt. and Drug Recognition Expert Lt. Rick Bancroft.
Monroe County Sheriff Baxter put together a "Best of Episode" from two previous podcasts with Dr. Cedric Alexander and General John Batiste. We took the best of both podcasts and put them together to highlight our mission of leadership and Values Based Culture.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by Irondequoit Police Chief Alan Laird and IPD Sergeant Nick Chaimang to discuss the Irondequoit Police Department and the collaboration between MCSO and IPD. Also, listen in to hear Sgt. Chaimang's amazing story of how he got to this country and then later decided to dedicate his life to service to the community.
In this week's podcast, we laugh, reminisce, reflect and more importantly, celebrate a Rochester media icon. Listen in as Sheriff Baxter and MCSO Communications Director Amy Young sit down with Channel 13's Don Alhart, as he does what he does best...share stories with our community.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by Sergeant Scott Bevilaqua and Deputy Rich Miller to discuss the IRIS Biometric Technology being used by our agency to verify arrested person's identity. Listen in to learn more about how this technology is used to make sure that the right person is identified at arrest and prior to release.
Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown interviewed Dep. Ryan Perruccio, Inv. Mike Montagno and Lt. Brian Unterborn to speak about 2 recent mental health crisis's that our agency responded to. Dep. Perruccio responded to both incidents, Inv. Montagno is a part of our Hostage Negotiation Team and Lt. Unterborn is our Crisis Intervention Team coordinator.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined this week by Gates Police Chief James VanBrederode and Randy Cimino from Gates to Recovery to talk about addiction and recovery in our community. Join our conversation to learn about the heroin epidemic in our community and how multiple agencies are combatting the epidemic.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter is joined by Sgt. Luther, Cpl. Scally and Cpl. Reusch from the Jail Transport Unit. Listen in to learn about the vital role they play in our agency with transporting inmates to court, medical appointments and pick up prisoners from around the country.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter in honor of Women's History Month was joined by Ms. Twig, Deputy Laurie Morin, Deputy Andrea Telesca and Investigator Ramona Sutherland to talk about women in law enforcement. Listen into hear a bit about each of these women's contributions to MCSO and where we have come from and where we are heading!
On March 8, 2021, MCSO will celebrate our 200th Anniversary. Undersheriff Korey Brown was joined by MCSO Historian Todd Allen, longest serving sworn member, Major Edward Krenzer and newest sworn member, Deputy Leighann Pettis to discuss where we started, where we are now and were we are headed. Listen in to enjoy a glimpse inside our history.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter brings us a new podcast episode highlighting Black History Month. Sheriff Baxter was joined by Commander Sam Bell, Lt. Providence Crowder and Dr. Torrence Jones to discuss their role at MCSO and how they are helping to make change from the inside.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter interviews Sergeant Mike Scarpulla and Corporal Marc Amico from the Jail Records Unit to give in depth discussion into the behind the scenes but vital role they play in our department and the legal system. Sheriff Baxter also interviewed Criminal Records Unit Manager Maria Lee to discuss how their busy office assists the court system but also all bureaus of the Sheriff's Office in providing vital information in a large sheriff's office.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interviews Jail Lt. Jason Tripoli, Sgt. Joel Kluth, and Security Process Analyst Deputy Neal Delisanti. Learn more about the Security Process Analyst position which aims to expose safety vulnerabilities within the Jail Bureau as a proactive method to diminish serious events from occurring. All exercises are intended to encourage transparency/conversation to aid in security improvements.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by former Rochester Police Department Chief Dr. Cedric Alexander to discuss modern day law enforcement, training and leadership. Listen in as they delve deep into 21st century police reform and the future of policing.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter interviewed Corporal Shane Pfeffer and Deputy Jeremy Sullivan to learn more about the Jail Community Works Programs. Corporal Pfeffer and Deputy Sullivan give an inside look into how inmates help give needed service back to our community that are mutually beneficial to both the inmate and the community.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter interviewed Deputy Wendy Kron, Deputy Chris Schillaci and Deputy Matt Whiting to learn more about our Drone Unit. Get an in depth look into how MCSO uses this new technology to assist in many different types of incidents.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interviews Deputy Stephen Williams, Monroe County Fire Coordinator Steve Schalabba and Monroe County Assistant Fire Coordinator Derrick Hardy about the MCSO and MCFB partnership relating to fire investigations. Learn more about the Monroe County Fire Bureau Special Operations Team and its role in protecting the citizens we serve.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter was joined by Captain James McGowan (MCSO COVID Commander), Dr. Jeremy Cushman (EMS Medical Director), Sgt. Michael Zamiara (Jail Bureau) and Sgt. Anthony Ognissanti (Court Bureau) to discuss how MCSO has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. MCSO like many in the community are facing new challenges that we have never had to deal with before but we continue to find ways to adapt and overcome.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter interviews MCSO Deputy Chris Toscano and Rochester Police Department Investigator Carlton Turner who both serve on the FBI Child Exploitation Task Force. Listen into hear more about some recent good arrests and how the Task Force works to keep children safe.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by MCSO Court Bureau Chief Marvin Patterson and Clay Harris from Uniting Through Hope to talk about the great work being done in our community to help those in need. Take a listen to the podcast to learn more about the efforts and how you can help.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by Sergeant Chris Vossler (MCSO Training Unit Supervisor) and US Navy Seal, Master Chief Mark Wilmot (Ret.) to further discuss our training. We delved deeper into our training to look at how we are working to get the most out of our limited training hours and keep sharp on our skills.
Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown along with Commander Janson McNair interviewed MCSO Historian Todd Allen to talk about our history. MCSO is on the doorstep of entering into an important and monumental year, 2021. In 2021, MCSO will celebrate its 200th anniversary. Hear about where we came from and where we are heading to!
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter along with his co-host, Jail Superintendent Matthew VanDuzee interviewed guests to learn more about food service inside of the Monroe County Jail and how our Reception Unit works. Sheriff Baxter and Superintendent VanDuzee interviewed Food Service Director Dave Frieda and Assistant Food Service Director Gary Rossi about what it takes to feed approximately 700 inmates daily. Monroe County Jail Sergeant Bevilacqua speaks about inmate classification and how the housing selection process works.
Monroe County Sheriff's Office Communications Director Amy Young along with MCSO PIO Sgt. Matthew Bottone interviewed Gary Craig (Reporter for the Democrat and Chronicle), Professor Adrian Smalls (Monroe Community College-Criminal Justice) and Road Patrol Lieutenant Rick Bancroft on the importance of transparency in policing. We discussed the role that media plays in transparency, what colleges are teaching Criminal Justice students and we got the perspective of a Road Patrol Watch Commander trying to manage a scene but also provide the media and the public with necessary information.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interviews MCSO's Civil Bureau Chief Phil Gombatto, Sgt. Ronald Prate, and Deputy Andrew Loughlin. Learn more about the functionality and processes within the Sheriff's Office Civil Bureau.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office marks Veterans Day by honoring its deputies who served our country. We also pay tribute to all veterans who served and those currently serving. Thank you for protecting our freedoms.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by United States Marshal for the Western District of New York, Charles Salina, to discuss the partnership between MCSO and the USMS. Sheriff Baxter and US Marshal Salina interviewed Sergeant Christian Devinney (MCSO Warrant Unit Supervisor), MCSO Deputy Jason Hendel and Deputy US Marshal Jeremy Marrero about how the USMS Task Force apprehends violent criminals in our community to keep us safe.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter along with Chief Deputy Michael Fowler discuss how the MCSO is complying with the NYS Governor's Executive Order #203 on reimaging now police and the community interact. Sheriff Baxter and Chief Deputy Fowler interviewed Deputy Amanda Hanlon who is the MCSO project manager and Roberts Wesleyan College Professor Glenn Grana about the partnership between MCSO and Roberts Wesleyan to study current topics and evaluate the research. The purpose being to see what successes we are having and areas where we can improve.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter was joined by Court Bureau Chief Marvin Patterson Jr to discuss the role of the MCSO's Court Bureau. The Sheriff and the Chief were joined by Sergeant Vargo, Deputy Giblin and Deputy Newton to give an inside look at the day to day operation of the deputies that help keep peach and order at the Monroe County Hall of Justice and Rochester City Court.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter along with Lieutenant Tom Rowe interviewed Sergeant Chris Vossler, Deputy Kelly Randle and Deputy Colleen Graham from the MCSO Training Unit. The sergeant and deputies are in charge of training across all bureaus of MCSO which consists of approx. 1100 employees. They discussed our academy process, field training, in service training and how to keep deputies up to date with changing real world events.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter along with Sergeant Shawn Edwards (K9 Unit Commander) interviewed Deputy Andrew Charvat, Deputy Rob Day and Deputy Greg Whelehan about our K9 unit. The guest provided insight into our K9 unit and how it helps to protect the citizens of Monroe County and also keep the Monroe County Jail safe.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter interviews Sergeant Dan Kawski from the Marine Patrol Unit and Deputy Merle Nozzi and Deputy Michael Horst from the Mounted Patrol Unit. Sheriff Baxter dives deep into the department to discover what the Marine and Mounted Patrols do to keep our community safe.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter along with Commander Janson McNair interviewed Deputy Jessica Rogers and Deputy Todd Kenney from our Recruitment Unit. These deputies work hard to diversify the Sheriff's Office and ensure that we have the best candidates to join our family.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter along with co-host Sergeant Matthew Bottone interview Lieutenant Michael Wicks on the topic of Aggressive Deadly Behavior. Lt. Wicks has been teaching an outreach program to civilians about what to do if you encounter violence in the workplace or other public places.
Taped on July 1, 2020- Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter along with co-host Captain John Kennedy interview Lt. Unterborn (MCSO CIT Coordinator) and Kim Butler (Chief of the Monroe County Office of Mental Health FIT Team) about the role of the Crisis Intervention Team and the Forensic Intervention Team. Listen in to learn more about the vital role that these two teams provide to the citizens of Monroe County.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter with Co-Host Deputy Jamie Owen interviewed Gary Beikirch. Mr. Beikirch is a Monroe County resident who received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during a battle in Dak Seang Camp in Vietnam on April 1, 1970. Mr. Beikirch talks about the battle in Vietnam, his battle to recover from injuries but more importantly, his battles once he came back to American soil.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter shares an inside view of the Jail Bureau's SRT (Special Response Team). Sheriff Baxter is joined by Captain Salvatore Amatore (SRT Commander), Sergeant Matt Knapp (SRT Assistant Commander), Sergeant Joel Kluth and Deputy Timothy Romach to discuss the teams mission and training.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter along with co-host, Undersheriff Korey Brown interview SCUBA Commander Captain Chris Fay. Captain Fay is the B Zone (Henrietta, Mendon, Rush and Wheatland) Commander along with being in charge of the SCUBA Team. Listen into find out how our SCUBA team trains and a overview of their mission.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and MCSO Court Bureau Deputy Sanders Tisdale interview MCSO Court Bureau Chief Marvin Patterson, MCSO Chief Deputy Michael Fowler and MCSO Jail Superintendent Matthew VanDuzee about servant leadership and the roles of thier Bureaus.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter with co-host Sergeant Greg Wildman interviewed Kim Butler (Monroe County Office of Mental Health), Rosa Ford (Federal Bureau of Investigation) and Mark Concordia (Roberts Wesleyan College) to discuss what the Rochester Threat Assessment Center does to keep our county safe.
Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown and MCSO Deputy Michael Favata interview Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley and ROCovery Fitness Co-Founder Yana Khashper about the Opioid Epidemic in our community and the progress the Monroe County Heroin Task Force is making in our community.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and MCSO Deputy John DeMarco, who is also a Command Sgt. Major in the U.S. Army, interview Retired Two Star General John Batiste. Here we talk about leadership and how the General is assisting the MCSO to bring to life to its Values Based Culture.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and MCSO Capt. James McGowan speak with Monroe County Executive Adam Bello about his new role as County Executive. Shortly after the County Executive took office....then came COVID.
MCSO Sheriff Todd Baxter, Captain John Kennedy and Director of Communications Amy Young, sat down to interview Retired US Navy Seal Master Chief Mark Wilmot about his service to our country. We also discussed his assistance in getting a multi jurisdictional, comprehensive training unit for Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS from a dream into the planning phase.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter goes behind the badge to interview Captain James McGowan (Jail Bureau), Dr. Tisha Smith (Director of Rehabilitation) and T.J. St. John (MAT Unit Graduate) about the MAT Unit inside of the Monroe County Jail. The Medication Assisted Treatment unit assists inmates who have chemical dependency addictions start down the path of breaking those addictions.
Sheriff Baxter sat down with RPD Deputy Chief Mura, Dr. Torrance Jones, Rev. Marlowe Washington, Pastor Don Stevens and Calvin from the Champion Academy to discuss community relations.
Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interviews Commander Janson McNair who is in charge of the Staff Services Bureau and Chief Phil Gombatto who runs the Civil Bureau. Sheriff Baxter was joined by Lt. Providence Crowder from our Jail Bureau to act as co host.
Welcome to the Behind The Badge with MCSO podcast series. Listen to Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interview deputies, command staff and members of the community give insight into our department. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is located in Rochester, New York. We are a full service Sheriff's Office with a Patrol Bureau, Jail Bureau, Court Security Bureau, Civil Bureau and Staff Services Bureau. MCSO has approximately 1100 sworn and non sworn staff.