Month: May 2022

May 12, 2022

PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY OF HORNELL RECOGNIZING NATIONAL NURSES WEEK 2022

WHEREAS, National Nurses Week is celebrated each year between May 6, National Nurses Day, and May 12, the birthday of celebrated nurse Florence Nightingale; and,
WHEREAS, National Nurses Week honors the contributions and sacrifices of nurses and serves as a reminder to thank the medical professionals who keep individuals and communities healthy; and
WHEREAS, Nurses are extraordinary individuals who display courage, care, dedication and commitment in caring for others; and
WHEREAS, The American Public Health Association defines nursing as the practice of promoting and protecting the health of populations using knowledge from nursing, social, and public health sciences; and
WHEREAS, The knowledge and skills of nurses enable them to make significant contributions to public health through a unique combination of clinical nursing background with knowledge from the public health and social sciences; and
WHEREAS, It is more important than ever to celebrate nurses across all fields for their unwavering care and dedication for their patients and communities: now therefore be it,
.RESOLVED, I, John J. Buckley, Mayor of the City of Hornell, do hereby designate the week May 6–12, 2022 as National Nurses Week in the City of Hornell.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City (to be affixed),
DONE at the City of Hornell, New York on this 6th day of May 2022.

John J. Buckley, Mayor

Hornell, NY…May 12, 2022…St. James Hospital has appointed Gretchen E. Regina, CPA, MBA as its new controller effective May 16, 2022.

Reporting to the interim chief financial officer, Ms. Regina will be responsible for managing the Hospital’s financial reporting and accounting systems, including the development and implementation of the annual operating and capital budget process. Other responsibilities include overseeing financial forecasting, annual audit, and organizational insurance requirements.

A certified public accountant, Ms. Regina most recently served for nine years as finance manager/controller at UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) campus in Wellsboro, PA. Previously she was director of accounting for Putnam Company/Acorn Markets, senior accountant at Baker Tilly, and division controller at Casella Waste Management of PA. She also worked in finance and accounting at Corning, Inc. and Dresser-Rand in Wellsville.

“We are very pleased to bring someone with diverse healthcare and business experience to St. James Hospital,” said Wendy Disbrow, SJH interim CEO. “Gretchen is a proven professional and will provide excellent leadership to the accounting and finance team.”

A resident of Wellsboro, Ms. Regina obtained her MBA in accounting from Syracuse University and holds a BA in mass communications from Susquehanna University.

May 11, 2022

BATH – In a groundbreaking case that will determine the next decade of elections in our state, a motion has been made to deny intervention.

Steuben County Judge Patrick McAllister has made a motion to deny intervention from Gavin Wax of the NYC Republicans, New York City Democrat activist Gary Greenburg, and the five petitioners; Benjamin Carlisle, Emin Egriu, Michael Rakebrandt, Jonathon Howe, and Howard Rabin on May 11. So it appears that unless the Democrats and/or Republicans appeal this case and win, the state assembly maps will remain the same.

After careful determination and viewing all documents and testimonies argued in court on May 10 it is determined that this action is untimely. The court is aware of the frustration potential candidates face in the redistricting of the maps. The court is working with the Board of Elections to create a possible roadmap for an August 23 primary. The court is seeking all options, but it is dependent on new Congressional and Senate maps being drawn up by May 20.

For reasons stated by the court it would be extremely burdensome to all parties involved to allow intervention at this untimely manner. Nothing in this motion is meant to prevent both parties from seeking separate action to challenge the assembly maps.

The court is mindful that any action to change the assembly districts would impact several other elected officials. It is the courts determination that any change would make it impossible to meet the deadline for the upcoming election.

It is uncertain if this will be appealed.

May 11, 2022

From State Senator George Borrello: “For the past 12 years, Congressman Tom Reed has been a champion for the residents of the 23rd Congressional District and a lawmaker who has been respected and admired for his policy expertise, bipartisanship and love of country.

“I have valued the opportunity to work with Tom over the years toward our shared goals of ensuring funding parity for our region, advocating for rural communities and strengthening our economy. As he closes this chapter, he has my sincere thanks for his contributions. His dedication to the residents of his district has been genuine and unwavering. I am confident that he will continue to have an impact as he moves forward.”

May 11, 2022

The Hill.com reports that Senator Chuck Schumer says he’s okay with protesters showing up at the homes of Supreme Court Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Chief Justice John Roberts, as long as there is no violence. “Are you comfortable with the protests that we saw outside the homes of Supreme Court justices over the weekend?” a reporter asked Schumer at a press conference. “If protests are peaceful, yes. My house — there’s protests three, four times a week outside my house. The American way to peacefully protest is OK,” Schumer said.

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May 10, 20222

CANISTEO, NY – Steuben County Republican Chairman Joe Sempolinski says that if there is a special election to fill out the rest of the term for Reed’s seat, he will run. “If there’s a Special – I’m all in” Sempolinski told Wlea News.

Reed announced today, that he is resigning from Congress, effective immediately, and is going to work for a lobbyist firm in Washington DC.

May 10, 2022

WASHINGTON DC – Congressman Reed has resigned from Congress, effective today, May 10, 2022. Our office will continue to serve the people of New York’s 23rd District through the end of the year or until a new representative is elected and sworn in.
Background note: Please see below for a copy of Congressman Reed’s remarks on the floor today. Tom will be joining Charlie Black at the Prime Policy Group, Washington, DC.

Madam Speaker,
After almost 12 years in Congress, today is my last day. It has been an honor to serve with you all from both parties. I love this institution as it still exemplifies what is best about our government, we are the People’s house. While I am proud that we put people before politics, there is much more to do. I am leaving to continue that work and hope to have a greater impact on our Country.
I believe the current focus on extremism demands us to heed the words of Abraham Lincoln uttered years ago as we face a similar threat to our existence today— “a house divided cannot stand!” But I add— “a house United will not fail.” It is time for petty political posturing to end. Leadership must emerge And in God I trust. His divine protection will extend again if only we acknowledge and accept His love and the divine spark that exists in each of us as citizens of our great nation.
I want to thank my family, who without their love and support I am nothing. I also thank the people who have worked for us and helped so many. I am grateful.
My most profound appreciation is for the people of Western New York. Thank you for giving a country lawyer, the youngest of twelve, raised by a single mother whose father passed away when he was only two, the honor of representing you at the highest level. Only in America can such a dream come true.
So, I humbly bid farewell and submit my resignation as a Member of the House. I wish you all — Godspeed!

May 10, 2022
By Jasmine Willis

BATH, NY – In closing statements Heather McKay who represents Gov. Hochul asked the judge not listen to all the “conspiracy theories” made today. Attorney Aaron Foldenauer who represents Gavin Wax said all candidates are in the same boat and the maps need to be redrawn and there is plenty of time to do so.
The ballots are not finalized and there is still time to get it all done.

Attorney Jim Walden who represents Democrat activist Gary Greenberg said three points need to be made. Wait until July 8 to send the ballots overseas to military personnel. Change primaries from June 28 to Aug. 23 to give time to redraw the maps. Change all the races to make a fair constitutional map in all three categories; Congress, Senate and Assembly.

Attorney George Winner claims that the accusations made against them about a “deal” is outrageous and untrue. There is not proof this back room deal happened. He was offended by the accusations made against them. He claims all three maps are fair and a success for all candidates involved. “In closing legal counsel has determined that what has happened is unconstitutional and will set a presidents for all future elections in our state”. Winner said.

Judge McAllister has reserved his right to make a decision involving redrawing the assembly maps in written form tomorrow.

May 10 2022
By Jasmine Willis

BATH, NY – Things are under way in Judge Pat McAllister’s courtroom in Bath, for the proceedings in the case of the New York City Young Republicans Club’s lawsuit against Governor Kathy Hochul’s approval of the state assembly maps.

Discussion has been going on about the state assembly’s legislative maps and the New York State primary. Judge McAllister has expressed concerns that there might not be enough time to change the assembly maps. McAllister has also said he has concerns that there will be an appeal after his ruling: an appeal which could possibly delay the primary date, even more.

Attorney George Winners says that Gary Greenberg had plenty of time in feb to fight this but waited until may and that if this goes through we wont have enoug time for elections.

Attorneys Foldenauer and Walden are represting Greenberg. They maintain that all the candidates with no voice to change the maps and make the primes on August 23, instead of a June primary.

Foldenauer and Walden argue that there was a back room deal made by both parties and it doesnt give the voters a voice, they also maintain that there could be possible future rigged votes and that this will make NYS elections into a joke.