Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced Wednesday that she will seek a seventh term in the New York State Assembly. She was first elected in 2004 to represent the City of Binghamton and Towns of Union and Vestal. She hand delivered 1,502 petitions, three times the number she needed, to the Board of Elections. “It is a privilege to serve the people … Read More
Lupardo announces $250,000 for BC Humane Society
Funding will assist construction of new shelter The Broome County Humane Society’s capital campaign moved one step closer to completion Monday as Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced a $250,000 Assembly Capital Grant for the shelter. Lupardo joined the Humane Society to encourage the community to step up and help finish the campaign. “As the owner of a rescue kitty, I’m very … Read More
First hemp seeds set to be planted in New York State
Morrisville State College partnering with JD Farms for research (EATON, NY) – For the first time in 80 years, hemp seeds have been sewn in New York State. Planting took place Sunday at JD Farms in Eaton, NY as part of New York’s Industrial Hemp Research Pilot Program. “We are thrilled to be the first farm to put these seeds … Read More
Local libraries receive state aid for green energy projects
Two area libraries are taking steps to become more energy efficient with help from the State. The New York State Library has awarded funding to the Four County Library System in Vestal to replace its rubber roof and install solar panels, and to the George F. Johnson Memorial Library for new LED light fixtures. “Local libraries are the cornerstones of … Read More
Lupardo announces passage of bill to protect sanitation workers
Legislation would add refuse collection vehicles to Move Over Law (VESTAL, NY) – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo joined Senator Fred Akshar, and Assemblymen Cliff Crouch and Christopher Friend on Friday to announce passage of a bill that will protect sanitation workers across New York State. Prior to the end of the legislative session, the Assembly and Senate passed a bill that … Read More
Legislature passes bill to require lead testing in school water
(ALBANY, NY) – In light of concerns over lead in drinking sources at schools across the State, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Senator Tom O’Mara announced the passage of their bill that would require schools to test for lead. Earlier this year, Binghamton, Ithaca, and Trumansburg school districts had to shut down drinking water supplies as a result of tests which … Read More
Legislature approves legislation to strengthen oversight of parking structure safety
Senate gives final ok, legislation now goes to Governor (ALBANY, NY) — The New York State Senate today gave final legislative approval to legislation sponsored by Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) and Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) to require periodic inspections by licensed professional engineers to ensure the safety of parking ramps throughout New York State. The legislation (S7669/A9614) was approved … Read More
Legislature passes legislation to expand hemp program
Bill would allow transportation, processing, sale, & distribution of hemp (ALBANY, NY) – New York’s industrial hemp industry will continue to develop following new legislation passed by the State Legislature. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Senator Tom O’Mara announced Wednesday passage of their bill that would allow for the transportation, processing, sale, and distribution of hemp grown as part of the … Read More
Assembly passes parking garage inspection bill
New York would be first state in US to require regular inspections (ALBANY, NY) – New York is one step closer to becoming the first state in the nation to require regular inspections of parking structures after the State Assembly passed a bill to do this earlier this week. Following a number of failures of parking garages locally and across … Read More
eNews: May’s Top 5
1. Local Anti-Poverty Task Force reconvenes As we continue work to improve our local economy, a major component of our effort includes addressing poverty. In Broome County, 18% of residents live below the poverty line; in the City of Binghamton, there is a 34% poverty rate. Those numbers are even higher – 25% and 50% respectively – for children. Last … Read More