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Use of landfill permit payments discussed by Ontario BOS committee

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Use of landfill permit payments discussed by Ontario BOS committee
In 2014, Ontario County’s Solid Waste Management Plan was approved by the state. In 2015, both the county and Casella Waste Services, operator of the county landfill in the town of Seneca, received approval from the state DEC to expand the landfill within the existing footprint by 43.5 acres, extending its life to 2028. Upon getting the expansion approved, Casella... more

What’s next for Port 100 after funding cut from Geneva’s 2020 budget?

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Port 100 funding cut from 2020 budget in Geneva
A number of people were surprised when Port 100 lost it’s funding through the city of Geneva, as Council adopted the 2020 budget. Maureen Ballatori manages the Port 100 space, and presented to City Council during the budget process – making the case for continued financial support. “We were seeking $17,000 for 2020 to keep Port 100 open and vastly... more

Siena poll: Cuomo’s job performance rating improving

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Siena poll: Cuomo’s job performance rating improving
The latest Siena College poll reveals a positive trend among New York state voters for Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The poll released Tuesday finds that while his job performance rating remains in the red, it has gradually improved in recent months. It’s currently at negative 41-57 percent, up from 38-59 percent in September and 34-64 percent in August. Cuomo’s 49-47 favorability... more

New York State DEC files lawsuit against IJC

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New York State DEC files
The New York State DEC has filed a lawsuit against the International Joint Commission, claiming negligence stemming from high water levels on Lake Ontario. The lawsuit alleges the IJC’s “Plan 2014” resulted in devastating flooding for communities and residents along the lake’s shoreline in 2017 and 2019. “The persistent high water levels – and the devastation they have caused to... more

Proposal would require children attending school, daycare receive HPV vaccine

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Proposal would require children attending school, daycare receive HPV vaccine
Katie Kugler says she wants her 10-month-old son to be safe and healthy, and she knows part of her son staying healthy is being vaccinated. “I really do think, in general, if you’re going to be around other kids, it’s important to be vaccinated,” said Kugler. A new proposal in the state legislature would require all children born after Jan.... more

Giuliani’s associate, accused of violating election law, used fake name to donate to Katko, Tenney

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Giuliani’s associate, accused of violating election law, used fake name to donate to Katko, Tenney
Republican Congressman John Katko is donating $2,433 to a local charity to make-up for the same amount given to him by Igor Fruman, an associate of Rudy Giuliani accused of violating campaign finance law. Igor Fruman, along with Lev Parnas, David Correia and Andrey Kukushkin, have been indicted on accusations they “conspired to circumvent the federal laws against foreign influence... more

Beverage containers from restaurants would need to be 75% recyclable under NYS bill

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Bill would require recyclable materials for ‘to go’ containers at restaurants
Single-use beverage containers manufactured or sold at the wholesale or retail level in New York should be composed of at least 75 percent recycle materials by the middle of the next decade, according to a bill introduced this week by Assemblywoman Pat Fahy. The bill would phase in the requirement over the next six years and is meant to reduce... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Discussing rural challenges with leaders from U.S. Department of Agriculture, Small Business Administration (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Discussing rural challenges with
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Small Business Administration are two federally funded agencies that work hard to improve quality of life in rural communities. What many people may not realize, though, is that these agencies are not nearly as one-dimensional as some may believe. Richard Mayfield, who serves as State Director for Regional Development with the USDA returned to... more

Winners and losers in new Geneva city budget

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Winners and losers in new Geneva city budget
The Port 100 co-working site was an initiative hatched by the city three years ago as a way to enhance the city’s entrepreneurial culture. In 2018, the city provided Port 100, on Castle Street, $26,487. However, under the 2020 budget adopted this past week by City Council, it will get no funding after city staff previously recommended it receive $9,000.... more

How impeachment could impact Congressional races in Upstate New York

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How impeachment could impact Congressional races in Upstate New York
Impeachment could be an impediment when it comes to re-election in certain New York congressional districts. While House Democrats continue their impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine, voters in various swing districts around the country and in New York State are taking notice. Impeachment has proven to be an incredibly touchy subject, especially in districts that Trump... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Democrats Sauvageau, Weil discuss campaign for at-large supervisor in SF (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Democrats Sauvageau, Weil discuss campaign for at-large supervisor in SF (podcast)
This week, another two-part episode of Inside the FLX. As Election Day draws closer, we’re going to feature more-and-more of these episodes. The goal: To let voters see where candidates stand on issues – against each other. Part I Susan Sauvageau talks about her campaign, how she views the current Board of Supervisors in Seneca County as being “asleep at... more

Canandaigua City Council hears concerns over sidewalks, trees, and a hedge

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Canandaigua City Council hears concerns over sidewalks, trees, and a hedge
It’s expensive preserving history. Even if that history isn’t a physical building, like many think when discussing types of historic preservation. In Canandaigua, city officials are trying to determine the best path forward near Sonnenberg Park. At this point, the future remains unclear. Crumbling sidewalks, trees that are taking over, and a hedge that lines the sidewalk are all concerns.... more

‘BUILD LOCAL, HIRE LOCAL’: Gillibrand supports bill for infrastructure, local unions

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‘BUILD LOCAL, HIRE LOCAL’: Gillibrand supports bill for infrastructure, local unions
The goal is local for Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. “Infrastructure also offers a major opportunity to revitalize manufacturing jobs across the country, but using American-made products,” Gillibrand said Thursday to a crowd in Menands. Gillibrand returned home to the Capital Region to help further a bill called the “Build Local, Hire Local Act.” “When you revitalize infrastructure, you want to make... more

Tompkins County DA Van Houten: ‘Unfortunate’ result to Commons incident

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Tompkins County DA Van Houten: ‘Unfortunate’ result to Commons incident
Tompkins County District Attorney Matt Van Houten responded to his handling of cases stemming from a controversial April 6 incident on the Ithaca Commons, explaining he wanted the two individuals charged to take responsibility for their actions and was disappointed neither did. Cadji Ferguson and Rose DeGroat, who were arrested after the altercation on the Commons, were recently cleared of all charges.... more

New York Assembly Agriculture Chair tours local farms

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New York Assembly Agriculture Chair tours local farms
Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, chair of the state Assembly’s Agriculture Committee, toured several Cayuga County farms on Friday, where she had the chance to learn about some of the industry’s latest advancements and challenges. Lupardo, D-Endwell, visited Spruce Haven Farm, a 2,000 cow dairy farm in the town of Fleming that doubles as a research center, to learn how farmers work... more

Members of public urge Ithaca to invest more in Green New Deal

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Members of public urge Ithaca to invest more in Green New Deal
Climate activists packed Common Council Chambers on Thursday during the first public hearing for the Mayor’s proposed 2020 budget. The Green New Deal wasn’t on the evening’s agenda, but members of the community added it, at least to the public comment portion. When Mayor Svante Myrick released his proposed budget for 2020, he added some funding for the recently passed Green New... more

Algae bloom appears near FLX Welcome Center in Geneva; busy HAB season on Seneca Lake

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Even more HABs spotted along Seneca Lake over las
Bill Roege, who recently took over as HABs Director for Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association, says the last seven days have proven to be busy for volunteers working around Seneca Lake to identify harmful algal blooms. Last week, Frank DiOrio was a guest on FingerLakes1.com’s Sunday Conversation, outlining some of the things that SLPWA had seen throughout the season. The... more

NY money available for homes damaged by Lake Ontario floods

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NY money available for homes damaged by Lake Ontario floods
Homeowners with property damage from flooding along Lake Ontario this year can apply for financial assistance from the state. Gov. Andrew Cuomo says up to $20 million is available for homeowners in Cayuga, Jefferson, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans, Oswego, St. Lawrence and Wayne counties. Homeowners can get up to $50,000 for flood damage to their primary residence. Aid to repair secondary... more
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