United University Professions President Frederick Kowal said he's disappointed by the SUNY Board of Trustees’ decision to underfund 19 financially distressed campuses in its state aid allocation to the system’s state-operated colleges and … [Read more...]
House Subcommittee Subpoenas Former Gov. Cuomo On COVID-19 Response
A House subcommittee has subpoenaed former Governor Andrew Cuomo on his response to the COVID-19 pandemic. WTEN in Albany reports the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic wants Cuomo to provide testimony on an executive order issued on … [Read more...]
Assemblyman Goodell Announces His Retirement
State Assemblyman Andy Goodell has announced he will retire from his seat at the end of his current term. Goodell was first elected to the 150th State Assembly district seat in 2011 and has served as the Minority Floor Leader since … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Critical of Proposed $2.4 Billion For Migrant Crisis Issues In State Budget
State Senator George Borrello is critical of the $2.4 billion proposed in the state budget to be allocated to New York City to address the migrant crisis. Borrello said part of the problem is that New York City remains a "Sanctuary City" which … [Read more...]
State Supreme Court Judge Rules NYS’ New Ethics Board Unconstitutional
A State Supreme Court judge in Albany has ruled the new state ethics board’s investigatory and enforcement powers are unconstitutional. Judge Thomas Marcelle determined that the commission was formed and assigned enforcement powers in violation of … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Appoints Blake Washington as New Budget Director
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Blake Washington as the state's new Budget Director. Washington will begin his tenure this summer. Washington replaces Robert Megna, who was serving as interim Budget Director following the departure of Robert … [Read more...]
Drug Pricing Program That’s Set to End Could Affect Local Healthcare Centers in the Millions of Dollars
A prescription drug program that's set to sunset could affect local healthcare facilities, including The Chautauqua Center and Evergreen Health Services, to the tune of millions of dollars. TCC CEO Mike Pease said through the 340b program, TCC has … [Read more...]
Robert Megna Returns as NYS Budget Director
A familiar face has returned as New York State Budget Director. Governor Kathy Hochul announced Robert Megna has been appointed as the State Budget Director. He previously served as Budget Director under Governors David Paterson and Andrew … [Read more...]
County Legislature Urging NYS To Release Funds to Construct Brooks Memorial Hospital
The Chautauqua County Legislature is urging New York State to release funds to help get a new Brooks Memorial Hospital constructed. The Legislature unanimously passed a motion requesting Governor Kathy Hochul release the $74 million toward the … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Could Face $4.3 Million Budget Hit in NYS Budget
Chautauqua County Government could be hit with a $4.3 million shortfall this year should New York State move forward with clawing back Medicaid funds. The Enhanced Federal Medical Assistance Program (E-FMAP) funds are monies from the federal … [Read more...]
