The New York State Legislature voted Wednesday to extend New York’s eviction moratorium to January and expanded the provisions of the federal rent relief program. The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle reports the original residential and … [Read more...]
State Senator George Borrello Hopes for Transparency, Inclusivity from Gov. Hochul
A week after Governor Kathy Hochul was sworn in, State Senator George Borrello is hopeful for the new administration. Borrello said he has already seen things he likes, "For example, being honest about the nursing home deaths, addressing a lot of … [Read more...]
Ground Broken for $16.8 Million Sewer Extension in North Harmony
Local officials gathered for the groundbreaking of the $16. 8 million Westside Sewer Extension Monday in Ashville. The South & Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer District project will provide public sewers on the west side of Chautauqua Lake along … [Read more...]
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul Distancing Self From Outgoing Governor Cuomo
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul distanced herself from outgoing Governor Andrew Cuomo in her first news conference Wednesday since Cuomo announced his resignation. Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday with impeachment looming following the release of a … [Read more...]
Impeachment Could Be Next for Governor Cuomo
Impeachment could be next for Governor Andrew Cuomo following the release of a report that determined he sexually harassed multiple women. The report by a panel of independent investigators appointed by State Attorney General Letitia James came after … [Read more...]
County Legislature Accepts $6.2 Million from FAA for Jamestown Airport Improvements
The Chautauqua County Legislature voted to accept a $6.2 million in Federal Aviation Administration funds to rehabilitate one of the Jamestown Airport runways. Legislator Chuck Nazzaro said this is a big win, "To reconstruct the runway at the … [Read more...]
Governor Signs Bills Renaming I-86 Bridges for Local Vietnam War Heroes
Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed two bills to rename bridges on Interstate 86 in honor of Randolph-area Vietnam War heroes Corporal William James Hillard II and Sergeant David Lockwood. The Corporal William James Hillard II Memorial Bridge crosses … [Read more...]
Governor Cuomo Issues Executive Order Declaring Gun Violence Disaster Emergency
Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an executive order declaring gun violence a disaster emergency. The order is the first step in the Governor's comprehensive plan that aims to tackle the surge in gun violence throughout the state. The disaster … [Read more...]
State, Local Officials Celebrate Increase in Transportation Funding
State and local officials celebrated the increase in transportation funding to Chautauqua County from New York State at an event in Falconer Tuesday. State Senator George Borrello said CHIPS, or the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – George Borrello – June 17, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with State Senator George Borrello on his thoughts on the State Legislative session that just wrapped up last week. He also tells us more about efforts to get the Nourish New York program signed into law. … [Read more...]