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#518: Geneva mayor on HABs & city budget challenges 18:26

15d ago18:26

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On this episode of Inside the FLX we caught up with Geneva Mayor Steve Valentino who gave an update on the city's budget process to date, his thoughts on the city's economic development plan, which focuses heavily on housing, and a major outbreak of HABs on Seneca Lake. He says the latter will likely require state and federal resources to keep Sene…

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#517: Canandaigua's DRI application 18:18

17d ago18:18

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On episode #517 of Inside the FLX we're talking about DRI potential, budget challenges, and HABs in Canandaigua Lake with Canandaigua Mayor Bob Palumbo. The mayor says the city's upcoming budget process will present some challenges, but he's optimistic the city will find its way. He also talked about the needs the city and surrounding communities h…

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#516: School threats, animal abuse registry and more! 20:28

1M ago20:28

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On episode #516 of Inside the FLX we're talking about a possible animal abuse registry, the ongoing slew of school threats being reported across the Finger Lakes and Central New York, as well as some upcoming events the Cayuga County Sheriff's Office will participate in. Sheriff Brian Schenck is our guest talking about it all and shedding light on …

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#514: Canandaigua September Update 21:09

1M ago21:09

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On this episode of Inside the FLX Canandaigua Mayor Bob Palumbo talks about the budget process, as expenses rise for the city, as well as a public hearing about removing a piece of property from the city's historic district.

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#513: Sheriff Gives Update on Shooting 21:32

2M ago21:32

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On episode #513 of Inside the FLX we're joined by Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck, who provided a major update on a fatal incident earlier this month during a sting in the city of Auburn, as well as several training initiatives.

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#512: Clean Energy Goals 32:39

2M ago32:39

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On episode #512 of Inside the FLX we're joined by Noah Ginsberg, the executive director of NYSEIA, to discuss the state's climate energy goals. Specifically, those like the one released by Comptroller Tom DiNapoli about New York's ability to reach them. Ginsberg says the roadmap is clear and the status quo won't get the job done. In many cases, the…

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#511: Geneva flooding, budget debate, and downtown! 15:09

2M ago15:09

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On episode #511 of Inside the FLX we're joined by Geneva Mayor Steve Valentino, who shares updates on a budget debate that unfolded at last week's city council meeting, as well as summertime flooding, some state money aimed at improving an important downtown building, and the elimination of a communications position that he says was too complex as …

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#510: Canandaigua Mayor previews difficult budget process 20:16

2M ago20:16

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On episode #510 of Inside the FLX we were joined by Canandaigua Mayor Bob Palumbo. He discussed how the city handled heavy rain from Debby last week, as well as recovery efforts after a tornado hit Kershaw Park in July. He also gave updates on City Council action — including some changes to the city’s pickleball courts and a three-way stop near Can…

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#509: Sheriff talks cannabis stores shut down & staffing/budget issues 24:14

3M ago24:14

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Today on episode #509 of Inside the FLX we're talking with Cayuga Co. Sheriff Brian Schenck about some recent issues and developments. He says his team has seen a spike in DWIs this month, which is a concerning trend heading into the second half of summer. Schenck also talked about upcoming budget challenges facing the County, and steps being taken…

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#508: Auburn Mayor Talks Loss of Jobs + NYS Rejecting Water Regs 24:16

3M ago24:16

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Today on episode #508 of Inside the FLX we're joined by Mayor Jimmy Giannettino just before the City of Auburn and Town of Owasco hold a joint press conference after the state Department of Health decided it would not move forward with much needed protections to Owasco Lake. The rules, which Mayor Giannettino says are decades outdated, were aimed a…

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#507: Canandaigua mayor talks storm damage 20:12

3M ago20:12

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Today on episode #507 of Inside the FLX we’re talking with Canandaigua Mayor Bob Palumbo. The night before our conversation, the city of Canandaigua and surrounding communities like Victor and Farmington were crushed by damaging winds associated with thunderstorms. Kershaw Park saw some of the most-intense damage. We got the latest update from him …

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#506: How is Canandaigua Emergency Squad doing? 38:00

3M ago38:00

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On episode #506 of Inside the FLX two leaders from the Canandaigua Emergency Squad joined us in-studio to discuss an array of EMS-related issues in Upstate New York. Whether it's declining volunteer first responder forces, increasing cost of providing service, or growing demand as populations in the Finger Lakes get older - the stress of operating …

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#505: Bonafiglia Family Foundation 25:25

4M ago25:25

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Today on episode #505 of Inside the FLX we're talking with Judy Wentzel. She's the executive director of the Bonafiglia Family Foundation. Like many small, rural communities in Upstate New York - Seneca County has challenges, and the nonprofit world is often stretched thin trying to address them. Family foundations are nimble and set out to solve p…

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#504: Montezuma July Update 25:39

4M ago25:39

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Today on episode #504 of Inside the FLX we’re talking with Chris Lajewski from the Montezuma Audubon Center. Chris joins us to discuss their recent fundraising effort, the black tern survey that was conducted at Montezuma, as well as several opportunities for the community to get involved. There are volunteer opportunities as the team begins water …

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#503: Auburn Church Closing & $90M for Water Treatment Upgrades 17:48

4M ago17:48

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On episode #503 of Inside the FLX we sat down with Auburn Mayor Jimmy Giannettino, who provided important updates on water treatment infrastructure projects in the city, as well as zoning changes that were required to bring the city into alignment with the state on cannabis businesses. He also talked about the pending closure of a Catholic church i…

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#502: Public Safety Budget Cuts Proposed in Cayuga County 23:06

4M ago23:06

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Today on Inside the FLX we're joined by Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck to get an update on critical funding issues that could soon impact his department and public safety there. Since the closure of the Cayuga County Office Building, the legislature has had to look at closing budget gaps created by work that will be required to get the buildin…

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#501: Housing Crisis in Ontario County 37:37

4M ago37:37

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There's a housing crisis in the Finger Lakes. For several years now homeownership rates have been in decline. This while the rate of rent burdened households, or those that spend 50% or more of their household income on rent, tick up at an alarming rate. It’s a combination with wide-reaching impacts on economic development, community sustainability…

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#500: Geneva mayor talks Trinity development + grocery stores 18:12

4M ago18:12

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Today on episode #500 of Inside the FLX we're sitting down with Geneva Mayor Steve Valentino to talk about last week's City Council meeting, as well as a number of the biggest stories from the last two weeks. It's the first time talking with the Mayor since news broke that the Trinity rehabilitation project would not be moving forward with its curr…

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#499: Canandaigua has a strategic plan! 30:22

5M ago30:22

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Today on episode #499 of Inside the FLX we're joined by Canandaigua Mayor Bob Palumbo to discuss Thursday's meeting for the month of June. It was a busy session, running longer than the average, but city council did adopt the strategic plan, and received several other key updates.

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#498: Auburn Mayor on Hotel Tax Denial + Downtown Projects 20:07

5M ago20:07

20:07

Auburn Mayor Jimmy Giannettino didn't hold back when asked about the denial of the city's proposed hotel tax. The measure, which needed to be brought forward by the city's Assembly representative, was ultimately killed. Giannettino called it a contradiction, because that representative, Assemblyman John Lemondes carried through similar measures for…

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#497: How does 988 work? 41:24

5M ago41:24

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On episode #497, we sit down with Deb Turner, the Program Director for the Finger Lakes region's 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Line. Join us as we delve into the inner workings of the 988 hotline, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how this critical lifeline service operates. Deb shares insights into daily operations, challenges, a…

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#496: Spring bird migration wrapping up 21:45

5M ago21:45

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What’s happening at the Montezuma Audubon Center this month? On this episode of Inside the FLX we're joined by Chris Lajewski to talk about upcoming events, give us the latest on the bird migration happening across the Finger Lakes and Upstate New York right now, and talk all things birding as summer arrives!…

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#495: Work Zone Crashes Are Preventable 21:59

5M ago21:59

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On this episode of Inside the FLX we're talking about the work being done by law enforcement to curb work zone incidents, like the two fatal ones that happened in recent days across the region. Sheriff Brian Schenck from Cayuga County joined us via Zoom for his monthly touch base, discussing a range of issues. He says work zone safety starts with a…

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#494: URMC brings telemedicine to Five Star Bank branches 34:41

5M ago34:41

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Today on the show we are talking about rural healthcare. According to the National Institute for Healthcare Management -- 12.6 of the 19.6 million people who live in New York are considered medically underserved. Which means there aren’t enough primary care providers, high poverty rates, and a high elderly population. If you live in the Finger Lake…

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#493: Geneva's work to regulate short-term rentals 16:33

6M ago16:33

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On episode #493 of Inside the FLX we're talking with Geneva Mayor Steve Valentino about a busy May meeting, which featured a vote to spend more time working through the proposal to regulate short-term rentals there, as well as a number of other issues that appeared on the agenda. We also got the Mayor's perspective on a series of developments that …

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#492: Why did my assessment triple?! 1:04:00

6M ago1:04:00

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There are few things that frustrate people more than assessments. The process is complicated, and oftentimes, property owners assume that because their assessment is increasing by 5-10% that their property taxes will go up too. While that's sometimes the case, it's not universal. However, in recent years residents across the region have faced a ver…

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#491: How do small businesses compete? 50:34

6M ago50:34

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When we spotlight local businesses on FingerLakes1.com one of the most-common questions we get from readers is "How do they do it?" Then when that feature hits social media, we'll see dozens of comments that read "Gee, I hope they can make it!" People are genuinely very curious about small businesses and their survival for two reason: First, becaus…

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#490: Downtown Auburn development & city budget talk 22:21

6M ago22:21

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On Episode #490 of Inside the FLX we're talking with Auburn Mayor Jimmy Giannettino about the proposed city budget, getting the latest on two key projects happening downtown, and zooming out - taking a look at AIM funding and housing affordability in the state budget. Check it out on YouTube, or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or the iHeart Radi…

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#489: Rare Visitor at Montezuma Audubon Center 22:39

6M ago22:39

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What’s happening at the Montezuma Audubon Center this month? On episode #489 of Inside the FLX we’re talking with Center Director Chris Lajewski. The spring migration is continuing, so we’re getting the latest update on that, as well as a rare sighting at the refuge! We’re also looking back at the solar eclipse, and ahead to some upcoming events at…

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#488: Sheriff Schenck talks police officers killed in Syracuse 17:59

6M ago17:59

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On episode #488 of Inside the FLX we're joined by Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck who discusses the recent death of two police officers in Onondaga County over the weekend. He spoke about the grief and emotions officers deal with when an incident like this occurs, as well as the reality that in current climate - 'routine incidents' aren't so ro…

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#487: Defining the Mental Health Crisis 1:02:04

6M ago1:02:04

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How serious is the mental health crisis here in the Finger Lakes? The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year; and the U.S. has seen its spending on mental healthcare skyrocket over the last decade. On episode #487 of Inside the FLX we get some local perspective from Margaret Morse. She’s t…

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#486: Housing Crisis in Seneca County 23:21

6M ago23:21

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Coming up in just a few day the Seneca Housing Coalition will partner with dozens of agencies across the county and region for the third edition of its annual Housing Fair. The event, held during Fair Housing Month, aims to connect people to resources in the region as local, regional, and state leaders take aim at the growing housing crisis. An arr…

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#485: Canandaigua's Strategic Plan 24:39

7M ago24:39

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What are the biggest issues facing the City of Canandaigua as Council looks ahead to forging a new path for residents? The City Manager's strategic plan for 2024 outlines the most-crucial items - including housing, infrastructure, and attracting quality talent to the community. On this edition of Inside the FLX, we caught up with Mayor Bob Palumbo …

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#484: Geneva Mayor Talks Police Chief Resignation + Short-Term Rentals 16:28

7M ago16:28

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On this episode of Inside the FLX we're joined by Geneva Mayor Steve Valentino to discuss the last month's action. We kicked off with the breaking news about Chief Matthew Colton's resignation, and get the Mayor's take on recent headlines including 5&20 construction, as well as concerns about prominent business closures like the Geneva Movieplex an…

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#483: What is workforce development in the Finger Lakes? 44:11

7M ago44:11

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What's being done to address the workforce shortage in the Finger Lakes? Unemployment rates are historically low. Most counties in the region reporting 3.5-4.25% jobless rates. That means employers are competing for a smaller pool of workers than ever before. Making matters worse, population decline has exacerbated the problem. For example, the Nat…

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#482: Cayuga Co. Sheriff's Office Prepares For Eclipse 21:03

7M ago21:03

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How is the Cayuga County Sheriff's Office preparing for the Total Solar Eclipse in less than two weeks? In our monthly chat with Sheriff Brian Schenck, we dive into the work his team is taking on to get ready for that weekend, as well as other initiatives - including training to keep up with the demands of the region's mental health crisis.…

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#481: Day of Play & Annual Benefit Preview at Montezuma 18:04

7M ago18:04

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It's the end of the month and that means time for our regular chat with Montezuma Audubon Director Chris Lajewski, who joined us in-studio to talk all things birds. There are several events coming to the Audubon Center in Savannah, Wayne County this month, all of which provide parents, kids, and residents-at-large the opportunity to get involved wi…

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#480: Canandaigua Moves Ahead With Red Light Cameras 20:50

8M ago20:50

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Today on Inside the FLX we’re talking with Canandaigua Mayor Bob Palumbo after their March 7, 2024 meeting. While a resolution to move forward with a red light camera proposal won headlines — Mayor Palumbo discussed several other key issues — including a bonding resolution, the onboarding of an important city leader in public works, as well as hous…

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#479: Geneva Mayor Gives March Update 13:20

8M ago13:20

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Last month Geneva City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting for the month of March. And as part of our continued series connecting residents to local, elected leaders - Mayor Steve Valentino joined us via Zoom to discuss the biggest actions last night - including a unique paddlecraft pilot, reassessments that are due out next month, as well…

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#478: Preparing for spring at Montezuma Audubon! 23:29

8M ago23:29

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It's early-March and that means its time for our monthly chat with Montezuma Audubon Director Chris Lajewski. He's here to talk bird migration, the seasonal changes taking place at the Montezuma Wildlife Refuge, as well as some upcoming events for people of all ages!

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#477: Auburn Mayor Says NYS Needs To Do Better 16:23

8M ago16:23

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On Episode #477 of Inside the FLX we get an update from Auburn Mayor Jimmy Giannettino on the first two months of his administration. He's taking part in a new series where we talk monthly with elected leaders about legislative action at the local level. Giannettino talks about how state budget issues could have an impact on small cities like Aubur…

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#476: Geneva's proposed ReUse Center 23:21

8M ago23:21

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Geneva is set to discuss the creation of a ReUse Center aimed at reducing landfill waste during a public meeting on February 26 at the Geneva Community Center. The initiative, a collaboration between the City and Town of Geneva, seeks to repurpose items like electronics, construction materials, and repairable goods, offering them at low costs while…

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#475: Yates Co. Sheriff Frank Ryan 30:06

8M ago30:06

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Yates County Sheriff Frank Ryan is the first new leader of the sheriff's office there in more than three decades. What does it take to lead a department that's been headed by the same person since the early-1990s? We were joined by Sheriff Ryan for an exclusive conversation about his career in law enforcement, what brought him to leading the sherif…

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#474: Mental Health First Aid Education 28:31

8M ago28:31

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Educating people about the mental health crisis often feels academic. It's been labeled a crisis by experts who work in the field, but a new two-day training opportunity that's open to the public across the Finger Lakes hopes to bring it home. URMC Thompson Health is offering a mental health first aid training program. The goal is to help people id…

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#473: The 4-1-1 on 211 Project Lifeline 32:53

8M ago32:53

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Deb Turner has led the Finger Lakes region's 211 Lifeline program for many years. It's a program dedicated to connecting people to services - dozens of them - across the region. She was in-studio this week to discuss the impact of the 211 program, it's evolution over the last decade, and how the pandemic permanently changed the world they serve.…

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#472: NYS Aid Cuts Would Be Devastating To FLX Schools 21:39

8M ago21:39

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Among the most-controversial items inside Governor Kathy Hochul's 2024-25 proposed state budget are massive cuts to school aid. Among the most-staggering cuts in the Finger Lakes - Penn Yan losing $2.2 million, Watkins Glen losing $1.9 million, or South Seneca losing 1.5 million. This week we caught up with Hammondsport Superintendent Kyle Bower, w…

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#471: Mayor Valentino talks 5&20 tunnel work and February council actions 15:05

9M ago15:05

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On Wednesday, February 7, Geneva City Council held it's monthly meeting. Mayor Steve Valentino said the agenda looked light from the outside, but explained a couple key actions taken by Council during that session. He also discussed upcoming work on the tunnel under 5&20, which is one of the last components of the city's Downtown Revitalization Ini…

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#470: Marion Supervisor Summer Johnson 55:20

9M ago55:20

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When Summer Johnson ran for Marion Town Supervisor, she did so knowing that the community her family calls home needed someone dedicated. "I was called to action," Johnson said of her decision to run. In November, she was elected, and after being in office for a little more than a month - focus has shifted to finding ways to help better the communi…

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#469: Auburn Leader Says County Schools Are Coming 47:38

9M ago47:38

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After nearly two decades in the Auburn Enlarged City School District, Superintendent Jeff Pirozzolo will retire in January. The announcement came earlier this month at a board of education meeting, in which he said it was time for new leadership. On Tuesday, Pirozzolo was in-studio, reflecting on a lengthy career in education, and the work ahead to…

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#468: Migrant Emergency Order in Cayuga County 13:03

9M ago13:03

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Today we kick off a new series featuring monthly one-on-one conversations with elected leaders from around the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Aileen McNabb-Coleman was re-elected to a new term last fall, and during the Cayuga County Legislature's reorganizational meeting - chosen by her peers to serve as chairperson through 2024. She joined us …

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