The Smoke And Mirrors Of Press Releases

It is only a press release and I should not let it bother me, but I feel compelled to highlight the smoke and mirrors of a recent politician press release.

Not much of substance typically happens at a Erie County Legislature meeting (Buffalo, NY). A typical Legislature meeting consists of resolutions honoring people . . . → Read More: The Smoke And Mirrors Of Press Releases

Do We Really Need County Government?

As I stated in an earlier post, I recently attended a forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Buffalo Niagara titled “Who Needs County Government and Why?”. The four featured speakers discussed the history of county government in New York State and the services delivered to county residents.

90% of Erie . . . → Read More: Do We Really Need County Government?

Recommendations For Improving County Government

The League of Women Voters of Buffalo Niagara sponsored a forum titled Who Needs County Government and Why? The four speakers were:

Dr. Joseph Stefko, Director of Public Finance, Center for Government Research, Rochester, NY

James Magavern, Esq.

Brenda McDuffie, Executive Director, Buffalo Urban League

Kenneth Vetter, Executive Director, Erie County Fiscal Stability . . . → Read More: Recommendations For Improving County Government