Issues: Environment

Senator Grisanti Calls For Meeting with DEC Chairman Joe Martens Regarding The Buffalo News Story "Toxic Legacy's Time Bomb"

Senator Grisanti (R,I-60) Chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee placed a personal phone call to DEC Commissioner Joe Martens today to request a meeting over the story "Toxic Legacy's Time Bomb" featured in today's The Buffalo News. "As Chairman of the Environmental Conservation Committee, I found this story alarming, this needs immediate attention. I have a placed a phone call to Commissioner Martens to meet with him this week while I am in Albany to discuss the findings of these reports. I will continue to keep the public informed, the public health of our community is paramount," said Senator Mark Grisanti, Chairman of the Environmental Conservation Committee.

April 22, 2013
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Senator Stavisky Presents 5th Grader with Award for Earth Day Project

(Bayside, NY)  Senator Toby Ann Stavisky presented 5th Grader Margaret Sakar with an award honoring her 1st place finish in the student Earth Day Art Contest. More than 60 students participated, and Ms. Sakar, of the Holy Martyrs Day School in Bayside, was judged the winner.

April 22, 2013
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Senator O'Brien encourages environmental stewardship

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – As part of the Earth Day 2013 observance, Senator Ted O’Brien encourages all New Yorkers to commit to preserving our natural resources and protecting our environment for future generations.

“New York has been blessed with abundant natural resources and we have a responsibility to serve as stewards for our environment,” Senator O’Brien said. “For New York to have a vibrant future, we must ensure our natural resources are used by sustainable industries for long-term job growth. Our children deserve to inherit a New York that is economically prosperous and environmentally sound.” 

April 22, 2013
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SENATE PASSES EARTH DAY PACKAGE

The New York State Senate today passed a package of six bills that celebrate Earth Day by promoting the use of renewable energy, reducing harmful pollutants, and protecting sharks and other vulnerable species.

April 22, 2013
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Senator Serrano Urges All to Participate In Celebration of Earth Day 2013

(Albany, NY) -Senator José M. Serrano reminds all New Yorkers that Monday, April 22nd is Earth Day and encourages everyone to make a commitment to protecting our planet, ensuring clean air, fresh water and a healthy Earth for many generations to come.

"Earth Day is a very special time for New Yorkers.  As we celebrate spring, we should also use this time as an opportunity to recommit ourselves to protecting our precious environment," said Senator Serrano. 

April 21, 2013
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Your Voice With Senator Mark Grisanti

Senator Grisanti talks about Multiple Sclerosis, Mental Health for Veterans, Jobs, and MMA Legislation:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqUcKHWZmNA

April 16, 2013
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AS EARTH DAY APPROACHES, ADDABBO PUSHES MEASURES TO COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE & HYDROFRACKING

Also Plans 8th Recycling Day Event in Forest Park, Queens, on April 28th

 

 

April 15, 2013
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Arbor Day Celebration at Greenburgh Nature Center

Continuing what has become a new tradition for Democratic Conference Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, the Leader recognized Arbor Day this year by planting a lovely white swamp oak, her 6th tree, at the Greenburgh Nature Center in Scarsdale, NY.

April 13, 2013
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Science Barge Opening Day

Senator Stewart-Cousins attended the opening day of the Science Barge in Yonkers, NY. The Science Barge "is a prototype sustainable urban farm developed by NY Sun Works and acquired by Groundwork Hudson Valley in October, 2008 to be operated as an environmental education center. The Science Barge greenhouse, floating on the Hudson River, grows an abundance of fresh produce including tomatoes, melons, greens, and lettuce with zero net carbon emissions, zero pesticides, and zero runoff".

April 13, 2013
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SENATOR GALLIVAN REACTS TO DEC CONSENT ORDER WITH HILLCREST INDUSTRIES

Applauds Funding Of Attica Community Environmental Benefit Project

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R,C,I – Elma) welcomed news this week that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has finalized its consent order with Hillcrest Industries of Attica.

“The DEC consent order hopefully marks the beginning of the end of this long and arduous process that has tested the patience of the Attica community. I am especially pleased to see that the financial penalty levied against Hillcrest Industries will be used to fund an Environmental Benefit Project within the community, rather than merely transfer to the DEC’s bank account in Albany,” Senator Gallivan said.

April 12, 2013
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Science Barge Opening Day

Senator Stewart-Cousins at the Science Barge Opening Day in Yonkers, NY.

April 12, 2013
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Senator José M. Serrano Stands With New Yorkers Against Fracking, Food & Water Watch, Elected Officials, and other Environmental Advocates at a Press Conference on the Steps of City Hall to Fight Against Hydrofracking

(New York, NY) - Senator José M. Serrano joined New Yorkers Against Fracking, Food & Water Watch, elected officials, and other environmental advocates at a press conference on the steps of City Hall to highlight the numerous dangers associated with hydrofracking, a highly environmentally hazardous natural gas drilling method being considered for implementation in New York State. As of February 2013, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has delayed the issuing of the final Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement (SGEIS) on high-volume hydrofracking in New York until the Department of Health (DOH) completes public review of the health impacts associated with hydrofracking.

April 11, 2013
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SENATOR ADDABBO ANNOUNCES RENEWED EMPHASIS ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Queens, NY, April 8, 2013NYS Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., (D-Howard Beach) today announced that additional funds have been allocated for the New York State Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) as part of the 2013-2014 State Budget, and noted new “green” opportunities for New Yorkers including the Electric Vehicle Tax Credit.  

April 9, 2013
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STATE BUDGET PROVIDES REAL TAX RELIEF FOR MIDDLE CLASS FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES, ADDRESSES CHALLENGES FACING UPSTATE

ALBANY - The New York State Senate has passed the State Budget on time for the third consecutive year, Senator Patrick M. Gallivan announced today. The spending plan adheres to a self-imposed two percent spending cap, contains significant tax relief for middle-class families and businesses, and also addresses some of the unique challenges facing Western New York.

March 27, 2013
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Senate Passes 2013-14 Budget That Delivers Tax Relief for Businesses and Families

The New York State Senate today concluded its passage of the 2013-14 state budget that delivers on priorities outlined by the Senate Republican Conference to provide much-needed tax relief for middle-class families, help businesses create jobs, and, for the third consecutive year, the budget keeps spending growth below two percent, which is consistent with the local spending cap that applies to school districts and local governments.

March 27, 2013
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Robert Moses Beach Planting Sponsored by Senator Phil Boyle

Robert Moses Beach Grass Planting

Sadly, Hurricane Sandy left behind a devastating impact on our local beaches.  Acres upon acres of our beaches are now threatened due to the erosion from the storm. That is why I am organizing this important beach planting event as summer nears.

The beach bayberry and beach plum plants will help stabilize and rebuild some of the sand dunes destroyed from Hurricane Sandy. In turn, the restored sand dunes will help provide a natural protection from future coastal storms.

Now its our turn to take action to restore some of what was lost last October. Please join me and your fellow Long Islanders at our first annual beach planting event on Saturday morning, May 4.

May 4, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Senator José M. Serrano, Yoko Ono, and others encourage all New Yorkers to participate in Earth Hour

Senator Serrano is joined by Yoko Ono, Elected Officials, and other Environmental Advocates in calling upon all New Yorkers to Observe Earth  Hour, tomorrow Sat 23rd from 8:30-9:30pm

 

March 22, 2013
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Seventh Annual Buffalo Enviro-Fair

Join Senator Mark Grisanti at the 7th Annual Buffalo Enviro-Fair on Friday, April 26, from 11am to 2pm in Niagara Square in the City of Buffalo.

Find out ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle, interact with green organizations, receive a FREE seedling, and help us even plant a tree!

The event will be held rain or shine. For more information, visit www.buffaloenvirofair.org

April 26, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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