Monroe County Executive Adam Bello discusses how the county is positioning itself for growth in advanced manufacturing, optics and photonics, while using Monroe Community College to train students for high-demand jobs and keep talent in the region.

He also highlights new business investment in Rochester and the broader economic opportunity tied to Central New York’s high-tech expansion. 

Bello also shares how Monroe County is helping residents navigate changes to SNAP and Medicaid by connecting them with food assistance, job opportunities and other community resources.

You can watch the full interview above. And be sure to tune in for a look inside the biggest issues impacting upstate New York on In Focus with JoDee Kenney — every Sunday on Spectrum News 1.