David Paterson

June 15, 2008 -- New York Governor David A. Paterson today announced that Roger Kelley has submitted his resignation as president of the New York Power Authority.

“Roger Kelley has served the state commendably, leading the Power Authority toward significant accomplishments that will positively impact energy policy into the future,” said Governor Paterson. “His record demonstrates both his vision for reducing our dependence on oil with renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and his commitment to protecting the environment with clean energy and conservation efforts.”    » read more »

1,500 OTB Workers Will Report To Work Monday Morning; Legislative Action to be Taken up By Legislature Tomorrow

June 15, 2008 -- Today New York Governor David A. Paterson announced the details of the City and State agreement on an immediate State takeover of New York City Off-Track Betting (OTB).

OTB window, New York City: Photo by Adam Kuban (CC)    » read more »

June 13, 2008 -- "Today I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Tim Russert, a beloved native son of Buffalo, New York. A distinguished and dedicated public servant, he worked for New York Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan and in the administration of Governor Mario Cuomo. He then transitioned from government to become a fair, tough and outstanding journalist, quickly ascending to one of the most respected in his field.

Tim never forgot his roots in Western New York, and his hometown has always celebrated his great accomplishments. A graduate of Canisius High School, he is still known as a legendary Buffalo Bills fan. My heart and prayers go out to his family and colleagues, as New York mourns the death of this great American."

Source: New York Governor

June 13, 2008 -- New York Governor David A. Paterson has directed that flags on State government buildings across New York be flown at half-staff on June 16, 2008, in honor of a 10th Mountain Division Soldier who was killed in action in Kirkuk Province, Iraq on June 8.

Staff Sergeant Tyler E. Pickett, who resided in Antwerp, Jefferson County, was a member of the 2nd Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum. He was killed when his unit was attacked by an improvised explosive device. His hometown is Saratoga, Wyoming.    » read more »

June 7, 2008 -- New York Governor David Paterson has directed that flags on State government buildings across New York be flown at half-staff on June 11, 2008 in honor of three members of the 10th Mountain Division who were killed in action in Iraq on June 4, 2008.

Army Sgt. Shane P. Duffy, of Tauton, Massachusetts; Army Specialist Jonathan D. Emard, of Mesquite, Texas; and Amy Sgt. Cody R. Legg, of Escondido, California, died when their unit came under attack in Sharqat, Iraq.

The soldiers were conducting search operations. All three were members of the 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team of the 10th Mountain Division, based at Fort Drum., N.Y.    » read more »

Governor’s Bill would Protect Taxpayers from Unsustainable Property Tax Growth; New York’s Local Tax Burden is the Highest in America - 79 Percent above the National Average

June 3, 2008 -- After receiving the preliminary report of the New York State Commission on Property Tax Relief, New York Governor David A. Paterson announced today that he is accepting the Commission’s principal recommendation and plans to introduce school property tax cap legislation to address the unsustainable growth in property taxes.

The cap would apply to all school districts outside the “Big Five” cities (New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Yonkers).    » read more »

New York State First to Achieve FDA National Food Safety Standards; Consistent Regulations from Feds and State Will Help Reduce Food-Borne Illness

May 30, 2008 -- New York Governor David A. Paterson today announced that New York is the first state in the nation to meet, and in many areas exceed, nationally recognized food protection program standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

New York Governor David Paterson

New York was among five states asked by the federal government to pilot a new federal program designed to achieve uniformity and consistency between state and federal regulatory agencies for manufactured foods.    » read more »