State Legislature Republican leaders are lamenting the failure by the State Legislature to repeal Governor Cuomo's pandemic-related powers. State Senator George Borrello released a statement saying, “No less than 47 times did Senate Republicans … [Read more...]
I-86 Bridge in Randolph to be Renamed for Vietnam Veteran
State Senator George Borrello has announced the I-86 Bridge in Randolph will be named the Sergeant David Lockwood Memorial Bridge. Borrello said Sergeant Lockwood, a Salamanca native, served in Vietnam. During his military service he received the … [Read more...]
State Legislature Passes Bill Easing Costs for Broadband Infrastructure Build Out
The State Legislature has passed a bill co-sponsored by State Senator George Borrello that could help expand access to broadband service in rural areas. Senator Borrello said the bill will ease the cost and operational obstacles faced by broadband … [Read more...]
Borrello Introduces Legislation to Opt NYS out of Weekly Federal Stimulus
State Senator George Borrello has announced legislation for New York State to opt out of the $300 weekly Federal Stimulus for those who are unemployed. Borrello said he's introduced several bills over the last year to help businesses recover from … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Location
The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy celebrated a ribbon cutting at its new location in the village of Lakewood Friday. The organization recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2020. CWC Board President Becky Nystrom said the new location is more … [Read more...]
Census News Raises Concerns for State Senator Borrello, County Executive Wendel
The United States Census Bureau data shows New York State will lose one Congressional seat and State Senator George Borrello says this is not good news. Borrello blames the policies seen over last decade, "The high taxation, the over-regulation … [Read more...]
Borrello, Goodell Critical of new HERO Act
State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andy Goodell are critical of the New York Health and Essential Rights Act, or HERO Act, that was passed by the State Legislature last week. The bill requires the state health and labor departments to … [Read more...]
Borrello, Goodell Say Workforce Development, Taxes Top Issues for Chautauqua County
State leaders said workforce development and taxes are top issues for Chautauqua County. State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andy Goodell addressed those issues at the Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce's annual Legislative Breakfast, which was … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Electeds Discuss Legalization of Recreational Marijuana: April 15, 2021
State Assemblyman Andy Goodell, State Senator George Borrello, and Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist weigh in on the recently approved legislation that legalizes recreational marijuana in New York State … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – State Senator George Borrello: April 8, 2021
We spoke with State Senator George Borrello about the 2021-22 New York State Budget that was passed this week. Senator Borrello shared his concerns about the $212 Billion spending plan. … [Read more...]
