New York State Brief
In New York State, things continue to change as the reopening progresses, and while officials grapple with unemployment rates and revenue streams. The governor, in…
Government News
Cuomo’s $3 billion bond proposal part of larger N.Y. effort to lead on environmental issues
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is continuing to lobby legislators for support for his $3 billion bond for environmental projects. The Restore Mother Nature Bond Act is…
Land Bank properties are ready for redevelopment in Tioga County
The Tioga County Property Development Corporation (TCPDC) Land Bank is soliciting interest from all qualified developers, contractors and realtors with an interest in redevelopment of…
Reed reintroduces bipartisan School Resource Officer Act
Last week, Representative Tom Reed (R) announced he has joined colleagues to reintroduce the School Resource Officer Act to assist law enforcement agencies in hiring…
Sewage project the topic of recent board meeting
During the Village of Owego Board meeting held last week, Tom Katell, an engineer working on the Phase II Sewage design, offered a presentation. New…
Vote to dissolve the Village of Van Etten passes
In August, 139 village residents petitioned the village of Van Etten to hold a vote to dissolve the local government. On Monday, residents voted to…
Trump increases aid to Puerto Rico
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in Washington, D.C., announced today, via a press release, that Donald Trump has amended Puerto Rico’s disaster declaration; now,…
Public hearings planned on shared services for Tioga County
Martha Sauerbrey, chair of the Tioga County Legislature, will be conducting a series of three public hearings across the county over the next few weeks,…
Governor Cuomo proposes to modernize charitable gaming rules
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced a proposal to modernize laws to make it easier for charitable organizations to raise funds through gaming, including raffles,…
Governor Cuomo announces nearly $40 million awarded in Round 4 of Restore New York Communities Initiative
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced nearly $40 million awarded to 75 municipalities through Round 4 of the Restore New York Communities Initiative. Restore NY…