Tag Archives: County Government

NASTY DOUBLE STANDARD – NYS “TAX CAP” HYPOCRISY

Posted on August 23, 2016 by dtpullen

In 2013 the State imposed a “Tax Cap” on Allegany County (and all other NYS municipalities). At the time Governor Cuomo declared that local governments must learn to “live within their means.’ The Governor’s comments represent extreme hypocrisy. Most local … Continue reading →

SOUND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Posted on July 5, 2016 by dtpullen

The second monthly meeting of the Allegany County Legislature was held on Monday, June 27th, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. Twelve Legislators were present, with three absent. Former Air Force Senior Airman Daniel Fuller, of Scio led us in the … Continue reading →

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NEW DIRECTIONS AND REMEMBRANCE

Posted on May 24, 2016 by dtpullen

In November 2015 County Legislators learned that County Administrator Mitchell Alger was resigning to take a position as Deputy County Manager in Steuben County, which is his “home” county. This created a critical vacancy in a key position in … Continue reading →

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ISSUES, ISSUES, EVERYWHERE!!!

Posted on April 25, 2016 by dtpullen

Some issues get lots of attention, and some issues are ignored. Sometimes the reasons issues get attention, or inattention, are obvious and easy to understand. Sometimes the reasons for the attention, or inattention, are hard to figure out. I want … Continue reading →

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PINWHELLS, TOWERS AND PATRIOTISM

Posted on April 18, 2016 by dtpullen

Several aspects of the April 11th Board of Legislators session were unusual. Privilege of the Floor was given to Public Health Educator Theresa Moore who described all of the things that the County Health Department does to make our lives … Continue reading →

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COMMEMORATING VIETNAM VETERANS

Posted on April 4, 2016 by dtpullen

Two significant events took place at the County Courthouse facilities on Monday, March 28, 2016. For me, the more significant event took place at 11:00 a.m. A Vietnam Veterans Memorial Service took place in front of the Courthouse. This ceremony … Continue reading →

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CONVERGENCE or THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS REVOLUTION

Posted on March 15, 2016 by dtpullen

Over the past 25 years a revolution has occurred in the communications industry. It has far reaching consequences for our nation, our county, and for each of us as individuals. Over the past decade the County Legislature initially monitored these … Continue reading →

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E-911 AND BROADBAND UPDATE

Posted on March 7, 2016 by dtpullen

Over the past several years I have spent a great deal of my time working on communications issues. The Legislative committee that I chair is the “Facilities and Communications Committee” (“F&CC”). We have seen significant progress for both the E-911 … Continue reading →

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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

Posted on January 31, 2016 by dtpullen

The second regular meeting of the County Board of Legislators was held on Monday, January 25, 2016, in Belmont. All legislators were present for this session. Former Army Specialist Fourth Patrick O’Connor led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. … Continue reading →

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THE CHALLENGES OF CUTTING PAYROLL

Posted on June 11, 2012 by dtpullen

Cut expenses by cutting payroll positions!! It sounds easy, and it would be nice if it were easy or simple. Unfortunately it is neither. The Board of Legislators has been working to reduce positions, and ultimately reduce expenses and taxes. … Continue reading →

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