Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Survey Shows Importance of Physicians to Economy
A recent study shows that private physicians account for more than 330,000 jobs and $9 billion in tax revenue throughout New York State.
Politics
Aubertine
As Budget Process Continues, Ravitch Proposal Points to Need for Reform
Getting New York State out of this fiscal crisis will require more than just continuing the status quo of having the governor propose a budget based on last year, then have the legislature craft adjustments to that proposal. We need systemic and fundamental change.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Budget Sweeps Provide More Cause to Worry
This sets a bad precedence and is terrible budgeting policy. Simply put, if money is collected for a specific purpose, it should be used solely for that purpose.
Aubertine
Competition Part of American Life, but Election Year Politics Distract From Real Work
Our strong democracy requires competition for public office. However, in this arena we see too many examples of that competition getting in the way of what’s best for the people.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Closure of Fort Ontario: A Bad Idea
In an effort to close the state budget gap, the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation (OPRHP) recommended closing 57 state parks and historic sites late last week. Unfortunately, included among that list was Fort Ontario. Closing the historic site in the heart of the City of Oswego is a terrible idea. Closure will hinder the region’s ability to attract tourists and stifle education.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Credit For Small Businesses Available
The good news is that the financial climate has begun to change and though credit is not as easy to obtain as it was two years ago, there are many state and federally funded programs available to help businesses stay afloat, retain employees and allow businesses to expand.
Aubertine
Need for Cuts, Reform Make Shared Services, Ethics Bills Timely
By State Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine Concerned citizens and interest groups from across the state have been making phone calls, writing letters, and traveling to the Capitol to decry proposed cuts for the 2010-11 budget. […]
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
State Home Owner Programs Assist Market
There are a number of programs available to qualifying buyers through the state program. Here are a few that folks who are thinking about buying a home should consider before signing a purchase offer:
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Legislative Priorities Should Focus on Job Creation, Tax Cuts for 2010
As we embark on a new legislative session, I look forward to passing legislation that helps create jobs, cuts business taxes, and provides property tax relief.
Aubertine
Governor’s Budget A Starting Point; Job Creation, Retention Top Priority
Last Tuesday, the Governor released his proposed executive budget. This budget is a starting point which includes a number of proposals I think take us in the right direction, but still, there are others that concern me. Now is not the time to increase spending, as has been proposed. We need to rein in our spending to match revenues, while keeping an eye on job retention and job growth.