JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Post-Journal is reporting the head of the Jamestown School District is not pleased with Governor Andrew Cuomo’s proposed school funding totals for the 2018-19 school year. On Tuesday the Jamestown School Board held its … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Sen. Catherine Young Interview: January 2018
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018 Senator Catherine Young (R-Olean, NY 57th Senate District) offers her initial thoughts on the 2019 State Budget proposal, presented by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday, Jan. … [Read more...]
Cuts in State Funding Cause Concern for Community Colleges
ALBANY - Community Colleges throughout New York State would likely suffer from a funding cut under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposed 2019 state budget. The spending plan, which was released on Tuesday in Albany, includes a flat funding formula for the … [Read more...]
Young Responds to Governor’s Budget Presentation, Prepares for Senate Budget Hearings
ALBANY - Chautauqua County’s representative in the New York State Senate will be the one responsible for presiding over the state Senate budget hearings that will be taking place in Albany over the next few weeks. Sen. Cathy Young (R-Olean) is the … [Read more...]
Governor Proposes $1 Billion in ‘Revenue Raisers’, Shift in State Tax Code as Part of 2019 Budget Proposal
ALBANY - Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday presented his budget message to members of the state legislature, and it includes not only a billion dollars in additional revenue, but also calls for a radical change in the state income tax code. Cuomo is … [Read more...]
New York State Police to Start Using Drones as Part of Law Enforcement Efforts
ALBANY - State police in western New York will be among the first across New York State to use drone technology to assist with law enforcement efforts. That’s according to Governor Andrew Cuomo, who announced on Wednesday the launch of the new … [Read more...]
State Announces Grant Funding to Address Harmful Algal Blooms
ALBANY - Chautauqua Lake was named one of 12 lakes in the state to receive a portion of $65 million to combat harmful algal blooms (Or HABs) that “threaten recreational use of lakes as well as drinking water.” As part of his soon-to-be unveiled … [Read more...]
Governor Announces $6.5 Million in Funding for Anti-Sexual Assault Crisis and Prevention Programs
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced nearly $6.5 million in grants to 55 state-approved anti-sexual assault crisis and prevention programs operated by hospitals, non-profit organizations and governmental agencies statewide. The grants will … [Read more...]
State Accepting Applications for HEAP Funding Starting Nov. 13
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that applications for home heating assistance will be accepted beginning Monday, November 13 throughout New York State. The Home Energy Assistance Program is making $327 million in federal funding available … [Read more...]
Cuomo and Schumer Oppose Federal Tax Plan to Reduce or Eliminate SALT Deductions
CANANDAIGUA - Governor Andrew Cuomo and Senator Chuck Schumer launched a statewide push across congressional districts Monday to urge New York's delegation to stand up for the middle class and oppose the repeal or reduction of state and local tax … [Read more...]
