Of the 949,715 citizens living in Erie County in 2021, 79.6% were old enough to vote, equating to 755,981 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) has called for submissions for his Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest aimed at honoring the contribution of the nation's military and veterans. The theme of the contest, as highlighted by Norris, is "Freedom Isn't Free," allowing high school students to pay tribute to the service of military heroes and veterans through their creativity.In a statement, Norris emphasized the significance of the contest, stating, "As high school students prepare for their future, this contest is a wonderful opportunity to take stock of the privileges we...
Senator Gallivan of New York State recently voted on a series of bills in the NYS Senate on a variety of topics. The bills covered areas such as education, healthcare, energy, and housing. Here is a breakdown of Senator Gallivan's votes for the week of March 18, 2024:Senator Gallivan voted against bill S346, expressing concerns that it adds to the cost of doing business in New York State as it relates to student loan repayment information notice.On the other hand, Senator Gallivan voted in favor of several bills including S101A, S965, S540, S2496, and S8456, among...
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) represented the Assembly Minority Conference as the Chair of the Joint Budget Conference Committee on Transportation. This conference committee brings together the four legislative conferences to negotiate an agreement on a final state budget as related to state programs and issues regarding transportation.Norris and his colleagues in the Assembly Minority Conference are calling for at least a $200 million increase in local infrastructure funding for upstate communities. Norris highlighted the importance of such funding by stating,...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Erie County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Erie County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Erie County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.
In a recent announcement, a comprehensive plan named "A Blueprint for Childcare" has been unveiled by a group of colleagues led by Norris, focusing on addressing the challenges faced by parents in finding affordable child care. The plan aims to reimagine child care in New York by making day care more affordable, supporting providers in expanding their services, and increasing access to early childhood education.Norris emphasized the importance of affordable child care, stating, "One of the most challenging things parents face is finding affordable child care." Recognizing...
Senator Gallivan has cast his votes on various bills in the New York State Senate for the week of March 11, 2024. The senator's positions on the bills ranged from supporting measures to enhancing educational programs to opposing legislation that he deemed burdensome or lacking precision.Senator Gallivan voted in favor of bills such as S1200A, which establishes a statewide program to provide affordability payment plans, S4511C, which expands loan forgiveness programs for legal service attorneys, and S1458, creating a task force on outdoor environmental education and...
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) is urging residents of New York to consider a career with the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS). The department is currently facing staffing shortages, particularly in the Correction Officer position, due to attrition.In a statement, Senator Gallivan highlighted the importance of working for DOCCS, stating, "Working for the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision is a challenging and rewarding career." He emphasized the crucial role that staff members play in providing services...
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Erie County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) and members of the New York State Senate recently honored the National FFA Organization, formerly known as Future Farmers of America, with a special resolution on the Senate floor. The resolution co-sponsored by Senator Gallivan called on Governor Hochul to designate February 17-24, 2024, as National FFA Organization Week in New York State.FFA has more than 165 chapters across New York, with nearly 12,000 students involved. The organization’s motto is “Learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, living to serve.”"The National...