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Local News: March 8, 2024
– Newfield to review mobile home park law in public meeting – The town of Newfield will review its mobile home park law at a public meeting on March 28. The law has not been updated since 1998. Tompkins Weekly reports residents say there are problems with severe potholes, frequent water main breaks and other…
Read MoreINTERVIEW: Assemblyperson Anna Kelles discusses Ithaca CarShare problems and solutions
Earlier this week, Ithaca CarShare announced it will be suspending its operations on May 19. The reason is that they are losing their insurance because of a regulatory issue unique to New York State. Assemblyperson Anna Kelles introduced legislation to remedy the problem. She spoke with me about the situation, the legislation and possible fate…
Read MoreIthaca Tenant’s Union Rallies for the ‘Right to Renew Leases’ in Front of City Hall
The Ithaca Tenant’s Union in a ‘Tenant’s Assembly’ outside of City Hall on Saturday, July 31st. (Ed Von Aderkas/WRFI) ITHACA, NY — As the threat of evictions looms over New York, The Ithaca Tenant’s Union is pushing a bill that would take some power out of the hands of landlords and give it to renters.…
Read MoreTompkins County Urges New York State to Keep it “Whole” in 2021 Redistricting Process
Tompkins County State Senate Districts 2021 (SUNY) TOMPKINS COUNTY, NY — The Tompkins County Legislature unanimously passed a resolution at their Tuesday meeting, urging that New York State’s 2021 redistricting process place Tompkins County completely in one congressional district and one state senate district. The resolution was written by Tompkins County Legislator Martha Robertson. Tompkins…
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