Republicans on Dunkirk City Council have come out in opposition to Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to issue a $13.7 million loan to the City of Dunkirk. The loan would carry a 7.5% interest rate over 15 years. City council members who have … [Read more...]
Local State Representatives Criticize Gov. Hochul’s Proposal To Give Dunkirk Loan
State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor are criticizing Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to give the City of Dunkirk a $13 million loan. The state representatives say the loan, which has a 7.75% interest rate and is required … [Read more...]
State Comptroller Warns Some Municipalities Facing ‘Financial Fiscal Cliff’
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is warning that some municipalities in New York State are facing a “financial fiscal cliff.” A report released by DiNapoli on Friday said the expiration of one-time federal pandemic aid, combined with state aid that … [Read more...]
Assemblyman Molitor Expresses Concern Over State Spending, Finds Common Ground
State Assemblyman Andrew Molitor is expressing concern about state spending while finding some common ground with other initiatives proposed by Governor Kathy Hochul. Molitor, who took office representing the 150th State Assembly District on … [Read more...]
Jamestown Mayor Signs 2025 Budget, Cites Concerns
Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund will not issue any vetos for the 2025 Budget passed by City Council. Ecklund signed the budget Thursday which includes a 3.61% tax increase, down from the original 7.79% tax increased proposed in the Executive … [Read more...]
