2019
Legislator Lorigo supports residents’ push for West Falls Road repairs
Legislator Lorigo and Veterans One-stop kick off toiletry drive for veterans
Legislator Lorigo delivers ‘Valentines for Seniors’ with the help of local students
Legislature passes resolution in support of restoring Aid to Municipalities funding
Legislator Lorigo tours local businesses in the Towns of Colden and Holland
Legislator Lorigo announces community office hours
Legislator Lorigo recognizes West Falls Fire Company on their 100th anniversary
Legislature approves additional funding for Buffalo Crime Stoppers
Lorigo asks county attorney to draft social media policy for all Erie County elected officials
Legislator Lorigo tours Rural Outreach Center
Lorigo unanimously approved as Legislature’s Minority Leader for 2019
2018
Legislator Lorigo secures funding for number of community organizations in 2019 budget
Legislature passes resolution in opposition to pay raises for state elected officials
Legislator Lorigo joins Sheriff’s Deputy for road patrol ride-along
Legislator Lorigo announces upcoming HEAP Outreaches
Erie County Legislature Minority Caucus donates 40 turkeys to annual ‘Rock out Hunger’ campaign
November Column: 2019 Erie County Budget
Legislator Lorigo tours businesses throughout East Aurora
Legislator Lorigo to honor Gary Schutrum as Legislature’s Citizen of the Month
Legislature honors Polish American Congress WNY Division
Legislator Lorigo tours new farm in East Aurora
Legislature passes resolution urging Governor Cuomo to sign the Rural and Agricultural Jobs Act
Erie County accepts federal grant to help fight opioid epidemic
Legislator Lorigo attends ‘tiny house’ unveiling for Boys and Girls Clubs of East Aurora and Holland
Resolution calling on Chairman Savage to remove ECWA Commissioner Schad passes Legislature
Legislator Lorigo attends public information meeting on East and West Road repairs
Legislature observes ‘National Bullying Prevention Month’
Legislature observes ‘National Bullying Prevention Month’
Legislator Lorigo’s initiative to invest in private sector opioid response sees success
Legislators volunteer at Food Bank of WNY in conjunction with “Hunger Action Month” in Erie County
Legislator Lorigo recognizes East Aurora Chamber of Commerce Award Recipients
Legislature observes ‘Tribute Day’ for the Erie County Retired Seniors Volunteer Program
Legislature recognizes ‘Sheriff’s Week’ in Erie County
Legislators renew push to fire ECWA Commissioner Jerome Schad
Legislator Lorigo visits East Aurora Senior Center
August Column: Legislative Update
Legislator Lorigo announces upcoming road and infrastructure improvements
Legislator Lorigo announces Bullis Road repairs
Legislature approves leasing agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management
Additional road repairs expected throughout the Town of Elma
Legislator Lorigo tours Holland roads with town officials
Resolution calling for ECWA Commissioner Jerome Schad to resign passes Legislature
Lorigo joins Elma Town Supervisor for tour of damaged roads
Legislature designates June 15th as ‘Elder Abuse Awareness Day’ in Erie County
Legislator Lorigo secures Summer Primetime funding for local youth programs
Legislator Lorigo secures Summer Primetime funding for local youth programs
Legislature recognizes ‘Emergency Medical Services Week’ in Erie County
Legislature unanimously approves agreement to increase pay for CPS workers
Legislature hires firm to conduct independent investigation into Department of Social Services
Legislator Lorigo delivers flowers to West Seneca seniors for Mother’s Day
May Column: Legislature Oversight
Legislature declares May ‘Lyme Disease Awareness Month’ in Erie County
Lorigo teaches West Seneca students through Junior Achievement program
Minority Leader Lorigo seeks applicants for county Ethics Board
Legislators oppose Cuomo’s use of executive order to grant parolees the right to vote
Legislator Lorigo assesses road damage with East Aurora mayor
Legislature supports effort to improve school safety through School Resource Officers
Legislator Lorigo announces list of 2018 road repairs throughout the District
Legislator Lorigo issues proclamation in celebration of Aurora, Holland and Wales Bicentennial
Legislators recognize April as ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’ in Erie County
Legislature approves funding to add DMV positions, decrease long lines
Legislators propose transfer of surplus funds to fix county roads
March Column: Erie County Special Investigative Counsel
Erie County Legislature Minority Caucus makes a pitch to bring ‘GiftAMeal’ services to Buffalo
Legislature unanimously approves Lorigo Ethics Law
February Column: Time for Erie County to pass new ethics law
Legislature approves resolution asking state to extend historic tax credit
Legislator Lorigo Helps Students Make Cards for 8th Annual Valentines for Veterans Program
Lorigo Donates $370 to P.U.N.T Foundation After Super Bowl for #AGOODGAME Campaign
Lorigo Pledges Super Bowl Donation for #AGOODGAME Campaign
Lorigo Announces Community Block Grant Awards for West Seneca, Elma & Marilla
Lorigo Asks Apple to Consider Western New York for Second Campus
Legislator Lorigo Named Minority Leader
Kearns and Lorigo to Hold Pistol Permit Recertification Outreaches in West Seneca & East Aurora
December 2017 Column - County budget passes with fourth consecutive tax cut
Erie County’s 2018 budget approved 11-0
Majority Leader Lorigo announces exemption for Cold War veterans signed
Legislator Lorigo awards grant to Elma CERT
November 2017 Column - Local and National Tax Reform Discussions
HEAP Outreach at West Seneca Senior Center on Dec. 14
Legislator Lorigo Invited to Washington to Talk Tax Reform
Majority Leader Lorigo sponsors law in support of exemption for Cold War veterans
October 2017 Column - Real conversation, not social media shows the true feelings of America
Majority Leader Lorigo sponsors law in support of exemption for Cold War veterans
October 2017 Column - Real conversation, not social media shows the true feelings of America
Majority Leader Lorigo announces significant community development contribution from Batavia Downs
Eastwood Road closure to continue until end of October
Restrictions on Leydecker Road from Oct. 9-Nov. 17
Majority Leader Lorigo joins officials in announcing new SRO at Holland High School
Majority Leader Lorigo to host public input session at Elma Senior Centers on proposed ‘Dental Law’
Majority Leader Lorigo honors retiring member of the Sheriff’s K9 Team
September 2017 Column - Good government requires compromise
Majority Leader Lorigo announces funding approved for East & West Road repairs
Majority Leader Lorigo invites Amazon CEO to consider Erie County for company’s second headquarters
Oral Rabies Vaccination Program Information
Elma's Annunciation Church to host Erie County Senior Services' Powerful Tools for Caregivers class
Majority Leader Lorigo statement on Made in America Act
Majority Leader Lorigo announces County awards contracts to battle opioid/heroin epidemic
August 2017 Column - WNY needs Tax and Regulation Relief from Albany
Fall schedule of free rabies clinics
West Seneca Lions Club honored by Legislator Lorigo
July 2017 Column - Dental law is about protecting patients’ health
Majority Leader Lorigo announces Bullis Road Bridge reopened
Route 240 to be repaired from Holland Glenwood to Foote Road - July 24 to mid-August
Aurora Senior Center upgrades audiovisual equipment thanks to county investment
Portion of Eastwood Road closed July 10-21
District Outreach Meeting to be held June 29 at Aurora Town Hall
Majority Leader opposes ECC tuition increase
Majority Leader Lorigo statement on NFTA adding fee for Uber, Lyft rides to and from airport
June 2017 Column - Outreaches come in many forms to bring county government closer to residents
Health Department to offer Concussion Training for Supervisors of Youth Contact Sports
Legislator Lorigo to host Satellite Hours at West Seneca Senior Center’s Summer Kick Off Party
Legislature supports Ruthie’s Law to improve accountability in nursing homes
Majority Leader Lorigo announces work on Maple Road to start June 19
District Outreach Meeting to be held June 8 at Colden Town Hall
Majority Leader Lorigo's statement on ridesharing starting June 29
Legislator Lorigo secures $30,000 in Primetime Funding for local Boys & Girls Club
Legislator Lorigo to host District Outreach Meeting at Elma Town Hall
Porterville Road Bridge in Marilla closed until September
May 2017 Column - Extending senior services into rural towns, addressing elder abuse
Erie County Legislature declares May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Erie County to collected hazardous waste materials on June 3 & August 5
April 2017 Column - NYS needs to use common sense, start ridesharing before July 4
Legislature votes in favor of maintaining higher qualifications for DPW commissioner
Erie County joins support to repeal burdensome SAFE Act regulations
Portion of Bullis Road to be closed for 3 months
February 2017 Column - Kicking the can down the road will hurt next generation of taxpayers
Majority Leader Lorigo named to ECIDA Board
Forum planned to discuss condition of Maple Road
HEAP Outreach at Aurora Senior Center on Jan. 10
December 2016 Column - All of Erie County deserves safe, affordable and reliable transportation
Legislator Lorigo names Jim Manley, veterans advocate, as Citizen of the Month
Legislator Lorigo announces HEAP Outreaches at town senior centers
November 2016 Column - We must come together and work towards a better future
Legislator Lorigo announces Legislature revises public hearing schedule to accommodate residents
September 2016 column - Road study finds nearly 25 percent of county roads rated ‘poor’
Majority Leader Lorigo submits law to support county employees serving in the military
Majority Leader Lorigo statement on County Executive playing politics with military pay
Legislators Lorigo, Dixon meet with Cornell Cooperative Extension’s first Primetime interns
Cornell Cooperative Extension announces public meetings for Capital Project
Majority Leader Lorigo releases statement following County Executive’s approval of ‘Concussion Law’
July 2016 Column - Better management should be government’s first approach to problem solving
Majority Leader statement on County Executive’s budget surplus announcement
Majority Leader Lorigo honors 2016 M1 for Vets honorees
May 2016 Column - Difference in priorities must be addressed
Majority Leader Lorigo delivers remarks at rally to legalize ridesharing in upstate
April 2016 Column - New initiatives create priority discussion
Legislature supports RecruitNY, recognizes importance of volunteer firefighters
Legislator Lorigo announces several district roads to be repaved this construction season
Legislator Lorigo reminds residents of two drug take back days in April
Legislator Lorigo to host satellite hours at West Seneca Senior Center
Actual ‘state of the county’ not addressed, county executive continues to propose more spending
Work to begin March 14 on Girdle Road Bridge, Jamison Road Bridge
Majority Leader Lorigo introduces ethics reform policies
Legislator Lorigo’s 5th annual Valentines for Veterans program generates hundreds of cards
Legislature’s Finance Committee requests more accountability from Buffalo Urban League
Legislator Lorigo announces HEAP Outreach at the West Seneca Coalition Resources Center
Majority Leader Lorigo statement on ‘Pawn Shop Law’
Majority Leader Lorigo to lead Caucus for third year
12/17/15
New ‘Pawn Shop Law’ will help law enforcement recover stolen goods
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
10/19/15
Majority Leader Lorigo seeks ride sharing roundtable in Buffalo
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
7/16/15
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
5/28/15
Legislator Lorigo announces Elma CERT to receive trailer for storing critical equipment
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
1/26/15
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
12/4/14
Legislator Lorigo announces additional funding for local Boys and Girls Clubs
12/4/14
Rural Outreach Center to receive $7,500 to combat rural poverty
12/4/14
Funding approved for West Seneca Food Pantry
12/4/14
Legislator Lorigo announces additional funding for West Seneca Youth programming
12/4/14
Legislature’s Majority Caucus cuts spending, delivers tax decrease in 2015
12/4/14
Leading by example, Legislature reduces own budget for 2015
11/24/14
November 2014 Column - Local groups dedicated to helping community need our help
11/14/14
Weights and Measures Director appears before committee, refuses to answers questions
10/30/14
Finance and Management Committee Chairman disappointed County Executive wasted $406,650
10/18/14
Legislator Lorigo honors East Aurora Boys and Girls Club on 75 years of service
10/15/14
Legislators focus on cutting taxes for 2015 during review of county executive’s proposed budget
10/13/14
Legislator Lorigo announces Costumes for a Cause
9/30/14
Legislator Lorigo, Rite-Aid to host Flu Clinic
9/19/14
Visit Buffalo Niagara president tours District with Legislator Lorigo
9/15/14
Pharmaceutical Drug Collection Event is Saturday, Sept. 27
9/5/14
Road work completed with funds secured by Legislature
8/27/14
Statement from Majority Leader Joseph Lorigo on Hiring of Greg Olma to Key Position
8/26/14
August 2014 Column - AEDs in county parks can be a lifesaver
7/22/14
July 2014 Column - Community approach needed for preventing elder abuse
7/18/14
Legislator Lorigo to host Radon Awareness Outreach at West Seneca’s Main Street Marketplace
7/1/14
Local Boys & Girls Clubs receiving Summer Primetime Funding
6/26/14
Legislature requests County Executive capitalize on $250,000 in savings
6/24/14
June 2014 Column - Using smart business practices benefits government, taxpayers
5/23/14
Majority Leader Lorigo calls for resignation of Social Services Commissioner
5/22/14
May 2014 Column - Legislature’s midyear budget hearings critical for monitoring
4/22/14
Legislator Lorigo announces funding for district roadways
4/3/14
Legislator Lorigo partners with Daisy Troop to thank members of law enforcement
3/20/14
Legislature applauds Sheriff's Office's award-winner Veterans Housing Unit
3/20/14
March 2014 Column - County considers law to assist police in recovering stolen items
3/14/14
Legislature Majority Caucus implements departmental reform initiatives
2/28/14
Legislator Lorigo to host Community Outreach Meetings at senior centers in March
2/27/14
February 2014 Column - Politics in government forces significant, unnecessary divides
2/27/14
‘Passports on the Move’ coming to Elma
2/20/14
Legislator Lorigo calls on State to change policy for placement of convicted sex offenders
1/24/14
Legislator Lorigo urges State to explore all options to assist West Seneca flooding victims
1/22/14
January 2014 Column - Legislature’s change in leadership forces new oversight
12/19/13
December 2013 Column - Today's hasty decisions could have long lasting implications
11/22/13
HEAP Outreach will be held Dec. 3 at Aurora Senior Center
11/21/13
Legislator Lorigo names Ken Hansen as November’s Citizen of Month
11/21/13
November 2013 Column - True thank you to our veterans is said with quality services
10/30/13
Repairs to Ridge Road in West Seneca complete
10/29/13
Legislator Lorigo, Supervisor Meegan announce change at dangerous curve near Senior Center
10/16/13
Legislator Lorigo announces District Outreach Meetings
9/19/13
September 2013 Column - Prescription collection kiosks reduce risk of abuse, poisonings
9/3/13
Legislator Lorigo announces repair work on Bullis Road is complete
8/22/13
August 2013 Column - County has to prioritize funds, focus on infrastructure repairs
8/16/13
Legislators Lorigo and Mills to host Annual Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser at West Falls-Colden Library
7/30/13
County Primetime funding supports programs for hundreds of youth in East Aurora, Holland
7/17/13
July 2013 Column - Veterans' organizations demonstrate commitment to helping our country's bravest
5/16/13
May 2013 Column - Many sides involved in contract negotiations
4/29/13
Legislator Lorigo opposes proposal to consider border crossing fee
4/18/13
Legislator Lorigo marks Marilla Library's milestone with county proclamation
4/8/13
Legislator Lorigo to sponsor blood drive with Unyts during National Donate Life Month
3/21/13
March 2013 Column - Local law would create county employee residency requirement
3/19/13
Legislator Lorigo proposes Employee Residency Requirement Act
3/12/13
District 10 residents honored at Sheriff's Office graduation
3/5/13
Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale deadline is March 15
2/25/13
February 2013 Column - Erie County Opposes SAFE Act, calls for repeal, revision
2/19/13
NY SAFE Act - Opt-Out Form
2/12/13
Legislator Lorigo co-sponsors resolution Opposing NY SAFE Act of 2013
2/11/13
Over 1,000 cards collected through Legislator Lorigo's 2nd annual Valentines for Veterans program
1/16/13
Legislator Lorigo requests special session to discuss requests for gun permit holders' information
12/20/12
December 2012 Column - Adopted 2013 budget eliminates tax increase, funds programs and services
9/24/12
Legislator Lorigo announces free, guided walk at Emery Park
9/21/12
September 2012 Column - Unsettled lease agreement leaves unanswered questions
9/17/12
Legislator Lorigo promotes commerce, meets with businesses to discuss concerns, highlight successes
9/10/12
Legislator Lorigo recognizes Marilla Library for winning 2012 Battle of the Books
8/17/12
August 2012 Column - Proposed contract is fair
6/21/12
June 2012 Column - Choose borrowing option that saves taxpayers money
6/19/12
Cultural funding application available through Legislator Lorigo’s Office
6/8/12
Legislator Lorigo announces June 16th guided walk in Emery Park
5/24/12
Legislator Lorigo announces Senior Outreach Meeting at Elma Senior Center
5/23/12
Legislator Lorigo thanks community for supporting Explore and More fundraiser
5/17/12
May 2012 Column - Oil and chipping expected on 225 road miles
5/11/12
Legislator Lorigo to host Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser during Explore and More’s Touch-A-Truck event
5/3/12
Legislator Lorigo's Spring 2012 Newsletter
4/27/12
Legislator Lorigo's Spring 2012 Newsletter
4/19/12
April 2012 Column - Revisions necessary to four-year plan to best reflect needs of taxpayers
4/16/11
Legislator Lorigo to meet with residents at Marilla Library May 9
3/22/12
March 2012 Column - County website promotes open and transparent government
2/6/12
Order forms for the 2012 Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale are now available
1/20/12
Legislator Lorigo requests NFTA reconsider cuts to routes in District 10
1/18/12
January 2012 Column - New Districts bring challenges, opportunities
1/10/12
HEAP Outreach will be held Jan. 24 at Aurora Senior Center
1/5/12
Legislator Lorigo honored by appointment to committees
12/30/11
Legislator Lorigo sworn in as 10th District Representative