Press Releases - 2015

12/17/15
New ‘Pawn Shop Law’ will help law enforcement recover stolen goods

12/16/15
December 2015 Column - Grieving families find strength to push county for changes in battle against heroin

12/10/15
Finance & Management Chairman Lorigo announces committee approves ‘Mimosa Resolution’

12/2/15
Legislator Lorigo announces funding for the Firemen's Memorial Exhibit Center of WNY

12/2/15
Legislator Lorigo secures additional funding for local Boys and Girls Clubs

12/2/15
Legislator Lorigo announces $5,000 for Rural Outreach Center

11/24/15
Legislator Lorigo announces HEAP Outreaches in East Aurora, West Seneca

11/23/15
Rural Outreach Center Chairman named Citizen of the Month

11/20/15
November 2015 Column - Veterans Day reminds us to support soldiers, protect what they fought for

11/16/15
Majority Leader Lorigo responds to Poloncarz dodging questions

10/22/15
Legislator Lorigo secures additional funding for libraries, veterans memorial

10/21/15
October 2015 Column - Efforts underway to reduce number of Zombie Properties in suburban, rural towns

10/19/15
Majority Leader Lorigo seeks ride sharing roundtable in Buffalo

10/2/15
Legislator Lorigo presents proclamation to Queen of Heaven students for taking stand against bullying

9/25/15
Legislators present donation to community library

9/21/15
September 2015 Column - 2016 County budget process focuses on ways to reduce taxes, save costs

9/21/15
Legislator Lorigo meets with business owners, discusses ways to support local economy

9/21/15
Pharmaceutical Waste Collection Event - Sept. 26

8/20/15
August 2015 Column - Forcing closure of bars at 2 a.m. won’t address DWI concerns

8/13/15
Majority Leader Lorigo opposes proposal to close bars at 2 a.m.

8/8/15
Annual West Falls-Colden Community Library Fundraiser Aug. 15

7/31/15
Legislature approves resolution urging County Executive to have open discussion about CPS

7/31/15
Erie County, largest Upstate County in New York, opposes Minimum Wage Board’s Recommendation of $15 for fast food workers

7/16/15
July 2015 Column - Changes must be made to keep ECC viable

6/26/15
Legislators Lorigo, Morton look into leasing option to save on county’s vehicle expenses

6/25/15
Legislators disappointed that ECC budget includes tuition hike

6/18/15
June 2015 Column - State asked to change policy for selling personal information

6/17/15
Legislator Lorigo announces free, guided walk at Emery Park

6/12/15
Majority Leader Lorigo urges County Executive to take steps to save on borrowing

6/7/15
Legislator Lorigo announces East Aurora site participating in Social Adult Day Program Open House

5/29/15
Legislator Lorigo, Sheriff’s Office to host Elder Abuse Seminar to address threats to vulnerable residents

5/28/15
Legislator Lorigo announces Elma CERT to receive trailer for storing critical equipment

5/26/15
May 2015 Column - County begins reviewing major capital projects slated for 2016, sees increase in requested work

5/14/15
Legislator Lorigo announces funding for local Boys and Girls Clubs

5/1/15
Legislator Lorigo proposes county investment into Explore and More’s new museum

4/30/15
Statement from Legislator Lorigo regarding vote to oppose Conditional Release program

4/30/15
Free Car Seat Safety Check & Child ID Card Day - Saturday, May 16

4/24/15
Funding approved to repair Elma bridges, repair roads in West Seneca

4/21/15
Legislator Lorigo Supports for Common Core Parental Refusal Act

4/17/15
Legislator Lorigo introduces local law to impose term limits, excludes exemption clause

4/15/15
Legislator Lorigo promotes Library’s ‘Read Aloud 15 Minutes’ campaign

4/14/15
April 2015 Column - County’s plan for repairs to roads, bridges released

4/1/15
County Legislators, Meals on Wheels kickoff National Volunteer Month

3/26/15
Hero honored for saving truck driver on I-90

3/19/15
March 2015 Column - County addresses potholes, discusses proposed laws

3/11/15
Legislators respond to County Executive’s recommendation for Social Services Commissioner

3/9/15
Legislator Lorigo announces Pothole Hotline, email

3/6/15
Legislature discusses County Government Efficiency Plan aimed at providing tax credit to residents

2/27/15
Legislator Lorigo delivers educational art kits to West Seneca School District’s middle schools

2/19/15
February 2015 Column - Proposed Term Limit Law Should Not Exempt Current Officeholders

2/10/15
Legislator Lorigo concerned by County Executive’s miscalculations during 2014 construction season

1/29/15
Legislator Lorigo hopes explanation for withdrawal of commissioner’s appointment can ensure productive searches going forward

1/26/15
January 2015 Column - Thruway should not close for a few inches of snow

1/14/15
HEAP Outreach will be held Feb. 3 at Aurora Senior Center

1/9/15
Legislator Lorigo requests County officials work together to solve inmate healthcare copay problem

1/8/15
Chairman Mills, Majority Leader Lorigo reappointed at reorganizational meeting