State Senator George Borrello was disappointed in the lack of emphasis on public safety in Governor Hochul's State of the State address. Borrello said he thought it was good and important that Hochul addressed crime in her speech, "I have my … [Read more...]
Water, Infrastructure Funding, Increased State Aid, Public Safety on NYCOM’s 2023 Agenda
Dedicated funding for water and sewer infrastructure; increased state aid, increased highway aid, and public safety considerations in bail determinations are part of the New York Conference of Mayors' legislative agenda for 2023. Jamestown Mayor … [Read more...]
State Sen. Borrello Criticizes Pay Raise for State Legislature
State Senator George Borrello is criticizing a pay raise approved by the State Legislature for themselves. The legislation authorized a $32,000 pay raise for members of the New York State Legislature. Borrello said the increase means New York … [Read more...]
New State Law Bans Sale of Dogs, Cats at Pet Stores
A new state law bans the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits at retail pet stores. The legislation is aimed at ending the puppy mill-to-pet store pipeline and to stop abusive breeders. Based upon an agreement with the State Legislature, this … [Read more...]
Jamestown Asking for City Council’s Approval for School Zone Speed Camera Demonstration
The City of Jamestown is asking City Council for approval to do a school zone speed camera demonstration. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said while the city still needs home rule approval from the State Legislature and the Governor to install the cameras … [Read more...]
School Bus Camera, School Zone Speed Camera Resolutions on City Council Agenda
Jamestown City Council will review a proposal for outfitting school buses with cameras to catch motorists who pass when the stop arm is out. Council previously authorized a Bus Stop Arm camera program, which allows the City to collect fees from … [Read more...]
Borrello, Goodell Hope to Continue to Address Inflation, Public Safety Following Re-Election
Chautauqua County's representatives in the State Legislature hope to continue to address inflation and public safety following their re-election. State Senator George Borrello defeated Democrat Dan Brown in Tuesday's elections. He said he's … [Read more...]
Kathy Hochul Elected New York State’s First Woman Governor
Democrat Kathy Hochul has been elected the first woman governor of New York State. Hochul defeated Republican Lee Zeldin with 52% of the vote. It was a sweep for the Democrats in statewide elections in New York. Incumbent Democrat State … [Read more...]
NYS Governor, 23rd Congressional Seat Up For Election on November 8
Today is election day. Governor Kathy Hochul is attempting to secure a full four-year term on the Democratic and Working Families line against Republican and Conservative endorsed candidate Lee Zeldin. Zeldin currently is the 1st Congressional … [Read more...]
State Sen. Borrello Expresses Concern Over Fuel Costs
With the gas sales tax holiday set to end in less than two months, State Senator George Borrello is expressing concern over increasing gas and diesel prices. Borrello said in the month of October, diesel prices increased $1.40 a gallon, "Right … [Read more...]
