Press Releases

Press Releases - 2019

2019

Legislator Mills receives ‘Legislator of the Year’ Award from Erie County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs

Legislator Mills announces 2019 household hazardous waste collection events

Legislators Mills and Rath introduce resolution in opposition to single-payer healthcare

Legislature unanimously approves collective bargaining agreement with Sheriff’s Department Teamsters Local Union No. 264

Legislature passes resolution asking New York State to retain bail procedures for individuals charged with domestic violence crimes

Legislature passes resolution in support of restoring Aid to Municipalities funding

Legislators introduce resolution requesting public hearings across county on proposed salary changes for county elected officials

Legislature declares January 2019 'Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention and Awareness Month' in Erie County  

Legislator Mills speaks at D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies in Orchard Park

Legislature passes resolution urging City of Buffalo Common Council to revisit changes to downtown parking and allow for more public input

Press Releases - 2018

2018

Legislature passes resolution in opposition to pay raises for state elected officials

Legislator Mills secures funding for number of community organizations in 2019 budget

Legislature passes resolution in favor of amending New York Public Authorities Law to exclude ‘golden parachute’ contracts at Erie County Water Authority

Legislator Mills recognizes Orchard Park Police Department for its 25th year implementing the DARE program

Legislator Mills announces upcoming HEAP Outreaches

Legislator Mills announces Santaland at Chestnut Ridge Park

Legislature honors Polish American Congress WNY Division

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 Mills tours Concord Roads

Legislator Mills urges governor to include funding for Sturgeon Point Marina in 2019 Budget

Resolution calling on Chairman Savage to remove ECWA Commissioner Schad passes Legislature

Legislator Mills announces electric car charging station installed at Chestnut Ridge Park

Legislator Mills urges county Department of Public Works to address roads in the Town of Eden

Legislator Mills announces funding approved to repair bridge on Trevett Road

Legislature observes ‘National Bullying Prevention Month’

Legislator Mills announces E-Waste collection day

Legislative Update: August 2018 Update

Legislators volunteer at Food Bank of WNY in conjunction with “Hunger Action Month” in Erie County

Legislator Mills honors three recent Orchard Park graduates on achieving the rank of ‘Eagle Scout’

Legislature observes ‘Tribute Day’ for the Erie County Retired Seniors Volunteer Program

Legislature recognizes ‘Sheriff’s Week’ in Erie County

Legislator Mills honors Eden Town Clerk Mary Jo Hultquist ahead of her retirement

Legislator Mills announces upcoming road and infrastructure improvements

Resolution calling for ECWA Commissioner Jerome Schad to resign passes Legislature  

June Column: County Infrastructure  

Legislator Mills secures Summer Primetime funding

Legislature passes resolution in support of strengthening protection for victims of child trafficking

Legislature approves resolution to complete work on Ketchum Road in the Town of Collins

Legislator Mills announces upcoming rabies clinic

Legislator Mills announces list of 2018 road repairs throughout district

April Column: Erie County's natural resources and environmental policies  

Legislators propose transfer of surplus funds to fix county roads  

Erie County Legislature Minority Caucus makes a pitch to bring ‘GiftAMeal’ services to Buffalo

March Column: County Roads and Potholes 

Minority Caucus Erie County Legislators announce resolution opposing proposed statewide plastic bag ban

Legislators Dixon, Mills announce passage of resolution calling on state to restore Zoo, Botanical Gardens and Aquariums funding

Legislator Mills Teams Up with Schools for Annual Valentines for Veterans Program

Kearns and Mills to Hold Pistol Permit Recertification Outreach in Springville

Press Releases - 2017

December 2017 Column - 2018 Budget Will Carry Tax Rate Decrease, Invests in Community

Legislator Mills names Gary Eppolito as December 2017 Citizen of the Month

Erie County’s 2018 budget approved 11-0

HEAP Outreach to be held Dec. 18 at Concord Town Hall

November 2017 Column - Voters reminded Election Day will have a two-sided ballot

October 2017 Column - The ‘Worst Road in Erie County’ repaired

Legislator Mills announces Orchard Park Library event raises $1,455

Legislator Mills announces event raised $1,355 for Angola Library

Eden-Evans Center Road Bridge to undergo maintenance work, restrictions will be in place

Work on Springville Boston Road to continue until mid-September

Legislator Mills announces Concord Library fundraisers total $13,195 in 11 years

August 2017 Column - Enjoying final weeks of summer at county parks

Legislator Mills announces Eden, Boston libraries set new fundraiser records

Legislator Mills announces Angola, Orchard Park Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraisers

Route 240 to be repaired from Holland Glenwood to Foote Road - July 24 to mid-August

Legislator Mills announces event raises $910 for North Collins Library

Legislator Mills announces Collins Library fundraiser sets new record

Legislator Mills announces Concord Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser is July 20

Political posturing had Erie County in a difficult financial position as state session came to close

Legislator Mills announces Eden Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser is July 12

Chairman Mills’ statement on new ECC President

Town of Collins Library Fundraiser set for Saturday, June 17

Portion of Taylor Hollow Road to be closed until mid-September

Legislature supports Ruthie’s Law to improve accountability in nursing homes

June 2017 Column - Search for next ECC president nearing conclusion as college seeks another tuition hike

Springville Boston Road closed between Snyder (north/south ends) starting June 5

Legislator Mills announces funding for Blossom Garden Friends School, Cradle Beach, Boys and Girls Clubs

Mill Street Bridge (Town of Boston) closed until mid-July

2017 Hot Dog Roast Library Fundraiser Schedule

Erie County to collect hazardous waste materials on June 3 & August 5

May 2017 Column - County’s spring/summer events include Haz Waste Collection, Free Rabies Clinics

April 2017 Column - Why the ECMC ‘credit scheme’ has Legislators concerned, hospital will get shortchanged

Legislators approve resolution requesting meeting with ECFSA Board to review $100 million borrowing plan

March 2017 Column - What is the ‘state of the County?’

February 2017 Column - Ignoring problems never solves anything

Chairman Mills makes official request for Springville Boston Road to be repaired in 2017

January 2017 Column - Much to Celebrate, New Challenges Ahead

Press Releases - 2016

2/8/16
Chairman Mills announces Valentines for Veterans program

2/4/16
February Column - Significant road work awaits crews in coming weeks, project list requested

1/21/16
Legislator Mills announces HEAP Outreaches in Concord & Eden

1/14/16
January 2016 Column - Working together in 2016

1/7/16
Legislator Mills elected Chairman of Legislature for 2016

Press Releases - 2015

12/8/15
December 2015 Column - County parks aren’t dormant in winter

12/2/15
Legislator Mills secures $15,000 for Eden-North Collins Food Pantry building fund

11/24/15
Legislator Mills announces HEAP Outreaches in Angola, Concord & Eden

11/6/15
November 2015 Column - Legislature begins budget review process, asks for public input

10/9/15
October 2015 Column - Changing distribution of sales tax revenue would aid district

9/25/15
Legislators present donation to community library

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

9/16/15
Legislator Mills announces Orchard Park Library event raises $1,305

9/9/15
Bills fans reminded Lake Avenue is closed

9/2/15
September 2015 Column - Library fundraisers support improved programs and building upgrades

8/19/15
Legislator Mills announces Concord Library surpasses $10,000

8/11/15
Legislator Mills announces Eden & North Collins Library fundraiser totals

8/8/15
Legislator Mills announces county to complete Eden Evans Center Road repairs

8/8/15
August 2015 Column - Erie County bans dangerous pollutant, protects waterways

8/3/15
Orchard Park & West Falls-Colden Hot Dog Roast Fundraisers planned

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

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

7/30/15
Legislator Mills co-sponsors law banning sale of cosmetics containing microbeads

7/22/15
Legislator Mills announces Angola & Collins Library fundraiser totals

7/22/15
Legislator Mills honors Collins Library Director on retirement

7/5/15
Next Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser is July 16 at Concord Public Library

7/2/15
July 2015 Column - Free family fun available at county parks, beaches

7/2/15
Legislator Mills presents donation to Boston Library Director, Board Members

6/22/15
Legislator Mills announces free, guided walk at Chestnut Ridge Park

6/16/15
Hot Dog Roasts in Angola (June 19) & Collins (June 20)

6/11/15
Erie County Legislature approves maintenance agreement for old 219 bridge

6/8/15
June 2015 Column - Spotlight on Erie County’s farming community

6/2/15
Legislator Mills pleased that County, State have reached agreement on old 219 bridge

5/27/15
Erie County Legislator Mills to host Boston Library Fundraiser on June 11

5/21/15
Legislators accept Homeland Security grant for Sheriff’s Office to protect waterfront

5/14/15
Legislator Mills announces funding for Cradle Beach, Eden Boys and Girls Club

5/11/15
2015 Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser schedule announced

5/16/15
May 2015 Column - 2015 road work includes reconstruction of Lake Avenue

4/22/15
Legislator Mills encourages County Executive to accept $20M in funding and support County takeover of former 219 bridge

4/2/15
April 2015 - What is the ‘State’ of the County?

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

3/10/15
Legislator Mills announces Pothole Hotline, email  

5/15/15
March 2015 Column - County Executive urged to create Pothole Hotline to efficiently repair ruts

5/5/15
Legislators requests Poloncarz create ‘Pothole Hotline’ he promised back in 2011

2/27/15
County approves site at Chestnut Ridge Park for Blue Star Memorial Marker

2/5/15
February 2015 Column - County continues to question Thruway Authority

1/14/15
HEAP Outreach will be held Feb. 2 at Concord Town Hall

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

1/8/15
January 2015 Column - Year in Review – Chairman looks ahead to 2015

Press Releases - 2014

12/18/14
Legislator Mills names Annette Gernatt as December Citizen of the Month

12/5/14
December 2014 Column - Legislature delivers tax cut in 2015 budget

12/2/14
Legislature’s Majority Caucus cuts spending, delivers tax decrease in 2015 

12/2/14
Leading by example, Legislature reduces own budget for 2015  

11/6/2014
November 2014 column - Legislature reviews budget, library audit & weights and measure investigation  

10/2/2014
Do you agree with the Citizens Salary Review Commission’s recommendation to raise elected officials salaries?

10/2/14
October 2014 Column - 2015 Erie County budget to be released mid-month

9/30/14
Legislator Mills and Rite-Aid to host flu vaccination clinic

9/24/14
Legislator Mills’ 2014 Hot Dog Roasts total $9,650 

9/15/14
Legislator Mills announces Elder Abuse Outreach to address threats to vulnerable residents

9/9/14
Legislator Mills statement on reports that Pegulas will be next owners of the Buffalo Bills

8/29/14
Legislators present donation to West Falls-Colden Community Library

8/20/14
Legislator John Mills and County Clerk Chris Jacobs will co-host Small Business Summit  

8/15/14
Legislator Mills announces Collins Library breaks record with 2014 fundraiser  

8/8/14
Orchard Park Library Fundraiser is August 15

8/5/14
Chairman requests County Executive utilize Control Board to save money on borrowing

7/31/14
Legislator Mills honors Joe DeMarco, Wings Flights of Hope founder

7/29/14
Legislator Mills’ Hot Dog Roast raises $1,426 for Concord Library

7/23/14
“Passports on the Move” planned at AAA in Orchard Park

7/17/14
Legislator Mills announces Collins Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser is July 26

7/17/14
Legislator Mills’ fundraiser totals $1,006 for Boston Free Library 

7/11/14
Legislator Mills announces Eden Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser is July 16

7/7/14
Concord Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser to feature Gene Hilts & Rustic Ramblers

7/7/14
July 2014 Column - County’s Parks offer summer activities

6/27/14
Legislator Mills presents donation to Angola Library

6/24/14
North Collins Library Fundraiser set for July 2

6/3/14
Legislator Mills announces 2014 Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser schedule

5/1/14
Majority Caucus statement following audit of Legislature

4/23/14
Legislature’s Majority Caucus calls special session to approve road work

4/25/14
Chairman Mills named recipient of state award in recognition of environmental efforts

3/10/14
Chairman Mills announces deadline approaching to order Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedlings  

3/10/14
March 2014 - New Legislature Majority leading by example, implementing overdue changes

 2/5/14
February 2014 Column - New members exceed 700 in Erie County volunteer fire departments

1/6/14
January 2014 Column - Enjoying winter activities safely in Erie County Parks

1/2/14
Mills and Lorigo named to leadership posts in new Republican Majority in Legislature

 

Press Releases - 2013

11/12/13
Legislator Mills honors Scenic Byway committee

11/7/13
November 2013 Column - Budget process underway, County announces free shredding day to protect residents' identity

10/4/13
October 2013 Column - Improvements at county parks must remain constant 

9/6/13
September 2013 Column - County offers programs aimed at improving safely, health of residents 

9/5/13
Legislator Mills, Library Director Gernatt announce library fundraiser total 

8/23/13
Legislator Mills presents donation to Angola Library to support building fund 

8/20/13
Legislator Mills presents donation to Eden Library 

8/16/13
Legislators Lorigo and Mills to host Annual Hot Dog Road Fundraiser at West Falls-Colden Library 

8/8/13
7th Annual Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser at Orchard Park Library on Aug. 16

8/8/13
August 2013 Column - Mid-year budget hearings show surplus for 2013 

7/29/13
Legislator Mills announces North Collins Library event raises $1,010 for programming 

7/23/13
Legislator Mills announces Community Outreach Meetings to discuss Senior and Social Services' programs 

7/17/13
Legislator Mills announces Collins Library breaks record with 2013 fundraiser 

7/12/13
Legislator Mills to host Hot Dog Roast Fundraisers at Concord & Angola Libraries 

7/9/13
2013 Boston Free Library Fundraiser exceeds last year's total 

7/5/13
Legislator Mills to host Hot Dog Roast Fundraisers in Eden, Concord & Angola 

7/2/13
June 2013 Column - Sprague Brook Park Veterans Memorial Grove worthy of a visit this summer 

6/21/13
Legislator Mills announces North Collins, Eden Hot Dog Roast details 

6/11/13
Minority Leader Mills announces Zoar Valley Road repairs underway 

6/11/13
June 2013 Column - 2013 summer projects a start, but more needs to be done in county 

6/11/13
Hazardous Waste Drop-off Saturday, June 15 at ECC South 

6/10/13
Boston Free Library, North Collins Hot Dog Roast details 

6/7/13
Funding approved for Cradle Beach, local Boys and Girls Clubs 

6/4/13
Eden volunteer firefighter presented proclamation in recognition of 50 years of service 

5/24/13
Erie County Legislator Mills announces Collins Library and Boston Free Lirbary Hot Dog Roast details 

5/14/13
Free rabies clinic will be held Wednesday, May 29 

5/6/13
May 2013 Column - Serious road issues need to be addressed this summer 

4/29/13
Legislator Mills opposes proposal to consider border crossing fee 

4/22/13
Local collection sites for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day 

4/11/13
Legislator Mills: increase of CHIPS funding will benefit local projects 

4/4/13
April 2013 Column - Erie County to host Hazardous Waste Drop-off Days

3/7/13
March 2013 Column - County responds to FEMA audit, delay in E911 project

2/17/13
Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale deadline is March 15

2/7/13
February 2013 Column - Opt-out option protects pistol permit holders' information

2/6/13
Nominees sought for Citizen of the Month Award

1/28/13
Legislator Mills announces remaining HEAP Outreach dates 

1/28/13
Legislature’s Minority Caucus approves resolution supporting investigation into reuse of insulin pens at VA Hospital

1/11/13
Mills reappointed to Minority Leader post

1/9/13
Legislator Mills revisits history of Chestnut Ridge Park’s toboggan chutes on anniversary of their reopening

1/4/13
January 2013 Column - Actions taken in 2012 will lead to brighter future for county

Press Releases - 2012

12/10/12
December 2012 Column - County property tax increase eliminated, funding for services maintained

11/19/12
HEAP Outreach will be held Dec. 11 at Concord Town Hall
 
11/16/12
2013 Budget Survey - Residents asked to provide opinion on proposed tax increase
 
 
11/8/12
November 2012 Column - Taxpayers encouraged to participate in budget process
 
10/31/12
Legislator Mills to discuss County issues at North Collins Town Board meeting
 
10/26/12
Legislator Mills, Cornell Cooperative Extension invite youths, families to 4-H Informational Meeting

10/9/12
Legislator Mills’ Orchard Park Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser breaks library’s record

10/4/12
October 2012 Column - Staying on the right path in 2013

9/26/12
Legislator Mills presents donation to Boston Library Director, Board Members

9/6/12
September 2012 Column - Hot dog roast fundraisers bring community together in more ways than one

8/30/12
Legislator Mills, Library Directors deem first hot dog fundraisers a success

8/23/12
Legislator Mills presents donation to Eden Library Director, Board Members

8/7/12
Legislator Mills, Library Directors thank community for supporting annual hot dog roast

8/6/12
August 2012 - Mid-year wrap up

7/6/12
July 2012 Column - Conducting business in the best interest of taxpayers

6/25/12
Legislator Mills honors Trooper Sullivan for saving toddler’s life

6/22/12
2012 Hot Dog Roast Library Fundraiser schedule announced

6/19/12
Legislator Mills invites residents to take guided walk at Sprague Brook Park

6/12/12
June 2012 Column - Summer events at County beaches, golf courses and parks

6/12/12
Hazardous Waste Drop-Off at ECC South on June 16

5/30/12
Minority Leader Mills announces funding for Cradle Beach, Eden Boys and Girls Club

5/14/12
Legislator Mills' Spring 2012 Newsletter

5/9/12
Legislator Mills to discuss County issues at board meetings

5/7/12
Legislator Mills announces free rabies clinic will be held Tuesday, May 22

5/2/12
May 2012 Column - Policy without purpose

3/17/12
Legislator Mills announces scholarship opportunity - deadline is May 11

3/8/12
March 2012 Column - Cash payment was best option for taxpayers

2/3/12
February 2012 - Closure of 219 Bridge another example of DOT failing to maintain infrastructure

1/9/12
Minority Caucus names Mills leader for 2012

Press Releases - 2011

12/29/11
Legislator Mills' Winter 2011 Newsletter

12/9/11
December 2011 Column - Fewer legislators will mean more efficient county government

11/28/11
Legislator Mills announces HEAP Outreach will be held Dec. 12 at Concord Town Hall

10/18/11
Legislator Mills invites residents to take guided walk in Chestnut Ridge Park

10/17/11
October 2011 Column - Budget once again does not include tax increase

09/26/11
Erie County Announces Second Year Revival of AutumnFest at Sprague Brook Park

09/22/11
Legislator John Mills Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraising Reaches All-Time High

09/13/11
County Reopens First Stretch of Reconstructed Eden Evans Center Road

09/09/11
Legislator John Mills Reminds Pet Owners About Rabies Clinic on September 21

09/02/11
Sept. 2011 Column - Childhood Lessons Prove Invaluable in Adulthood

08/23/11
Mills, Collins Present Shirley the Pig to Hidden Valley Adventure

08/15/11
Mills, Collins Pardon Shirley the Pig at the Erie County Fair

08/04/11
August 2011 Column - Expanding session locations best serves constituents

08/01/2011
Legislator Mills announces Aug. 4 Concord Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser

07/12/11
Legislator Mills' Summer 2011 Newsletter

07/08/11
July 2011 Column - Public- private partnerships great option for growth in Western New York

06/28/11
Legislator Mills announces 2nd Annual free BPO concert at Chestnut Ridge Park

06/22/11
Legislator Mills announces Bicycle Route Guide now available

06/21/11
Legislator Mills announces free fishing clinic at Chestnut Ridge Park

06/14/11
Legislator Mills announces Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day

06/13/11
Legislator Mills announces 5th Annual Collins Library Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser

06/07/11
Legislator Mills invites residents to take guided walks in County parks

06/02/11
June 2011 Column: Budget process is a year-round effort, department’s spending needs to be reviewed

05/23/11
Legislator Mills announces Hot Dog Roast Schedule to benefit County libraries

05/17/11
Legislator Mills announces grant funding secured to support Scenic Byway

05/12/11
Hot Spot Fishing Maps available through Legislator Mills’ office

05/05/11
May 2011 Column: Value of parks improvements well worth dollars spent

04/28/11
Legislator Mills announces that improvements at Chestnut Ridge Park will increase energy efficiency

04/25/11
Erie County to participate in National Prescription Drug Drop Off

04/11/11
Legislator Mills announces availability of second emergency HEAP benefits

04/07/11
April 2011 Column: State of the County is strong; reform initiatives applied

04/05/11
Legislator Mills' March 2011 Newsletter

03/31/11
Legislator Mills announces Sugar Shack Tours available through April 15

03/07/11
March 2011 Column - Redrawing of legislative districts must be fair process

03/01/11
County’s Minority Caucus opposes imposing registration fee on bicycles

03/01/11
HEAP Outreach will be held March 7 at Aurora Senior Center

02/11/11
American Public Works Association honors Legislator Mills for dedication to public works projects

02/09/11
Minority Leader John J. Mills announces first six appointments to the Reapportionment Committee

02/04/11
Allow counties to opt out of non-mandated Medicaid

02/03/11
Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedlings Available; orders due March 18

01/26/11
Legislator Mills named Legislature’s Minority Leader for 2011

01/04/11
Legislator Mills announces HEAP Outreach will be held Jan. 19 at Concord Town Hall

Press Releases - 2010

12/30/10
Erie County Parks Offer Various Winter Activities – for Free

12/08/10
One of the county’s best services is in its parks system

11/23/10
Legislator Mills announces South Buffalo Street work completed

11/19/10
Legislature honors Sheriff Deputy for efforts to combat human trafficking

11/17/10
Santaland planned Dec. 4, 5, 11 & 12 at Chestnut Ridge Park

11/04/10
Cuts in budget will not lead to cuts in taxes for county residents

10/15/10
Legislature accepts grant for Libraries to install self checkout system, improve efficiency

10/13/10
Budget process incorporates difficult decisions

10/08/10
Legislator Mills announces free guided walk in Chestnut Ridge Park on Oct. 16

10/07/10
Budget process incorporates difficult decisions

09/29/10
Erie County AutumnFest Returns to Sprague Brook Park

09/27/10
Legislator Mills raises $17,543 for Erie County Libraries

09/13/10
Legislator Mills named Chairman of Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District Board

09/13/10
Legislator Mills announces Electronic Recycling Day will be held Sept. 18

09/03/10
Legislator Mills announces new Bicycle Route Guide now available

08/24/10
Erie County Introduces Garbage Totes in Parks

08/11/10
Legislator Mills plans hot dog roast fundraisers to benefit Orchard Park, West Falls-Colden libraries

08/05/10
East Aurora Bee/Orchard Park Bee Column - County's 2011 budget must include cuts, not tax increase

07/27/10
Legislator Mills announces grant will assist volunteer firefighters with recruitment

07/02/10
Legislator Mills announces funds to repair South Buffalo Street

05/28/10
Legislator Mills plans Aurora Library hot dog fundraiser

05/24/10
Legislator Mills invites residents to take guided walks in County parks

05/21/10
Republican Caucus members attend grand opening of Delta Sonic Heritage Farm

05/21/10
Amber Alerts to appear on all County owned cell phones, Republican Caucus proudly supports action

05/06/10
County to move forward with park repairs

04/29/10
Legislator Mills secures funding for Erie County Fire Training Academy

04/28/10
Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day set for May 8

04/26/10
Legislator Mills named a Byway Champion

04/09/10
Rabies Clinic Planned for May 19

04/07/10
Legislator Mills announces Unwanted Pharmaceutical Drop-Off Day

03/15/10
Republican Caucus applauds County Executive's efforts, plans for $44 million surplus

Press Releases - 2009

12/01/09
Legislative Republican Caucus Opposes Passage of Budget Amendments in 2010 Budget

10/02/09
ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATURE'S MINORITY CAUCUS COMMENTS ON 2010 PROPOSED BUDGET

09/10/09
Legislative Republican Caucus Votes to Sustain County Executive's Veto of Local Law

09/08/09
Erie County Legislature Demands Equal Funding for Road and Bridge Projects From State

09/01/09
Bee column

06/09/09
THREE ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATORS SEEK TO DOWNSIZE LEGISLATURE AND CREATE TERM LIMITS

06/03/09
THREE ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATORS APPLAUD ECFSA VOTE TO REVERT TO ADVISORY STATUS

05/05/09
Bee Column

04/24/09
LEGISLATOR MILLS SUPPORTS REMOVAL OF VEHICLE USE TAX

04/03/09
ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATURE MINORITY CAUCUS OPPOSES "CARD CHECK" LAW

04/02/09
THREE ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATORS SPEAK OUT AGAINST PROPOSED 2009 NEW YORK STATE BUDGET

03/31/09
THREE ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATORS SPEAK OUT AGAINST PROPOSED 2009 NEW YORK STATE BUDGET

03/11/09
LEGISLATURE MINORITY LEADER OPPOSES TAX ON PARTICIPATORY SPORTS

03/10/09
LEGISLATURE MINORITY CAUCUS TO HOLD PRESS CONFERENCE DISCUSSING OVER $7 MILLION OWED ERIE COUNTY

02/17/09
CHANGE IN DEADLINE FOR FILING FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS

02/04/09
ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATURE MINORITY CAUCUS ANNOUNCES "FAIR DEAL FOR ERIE COUNTY TAXPAYERS"

01/08/09
LEGISLATOR MILLS UPDATES STATUS OF TWO BRIDGES IN THE TOWN OF AURORA

Press Releases - 2008

12/16/08
TEMPORARY REOPENING OF FREEMAN ROAD BRIDGE EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 15, 2008

12/01/08
Erie County Legislature Minority Caucus Announces Property Tax Cut Plan

10/06/08
Legislators Call on Erie County to Borrow for Capital Projects

10/01/08
LEGISLATORS MILLS AND RATH CALL ON STATE TO REJECT PROPOSAL TO MOVE VITAL RECORD REGISTRAR TO COUNTY

07/18/08
Legislators Support Reducing Legislature from 15 to 9

02/28/08
Mills announces Additional Springville HEAP Outreach

02/28/08
Mills Announces Orchard Park HEAP Outreach

02/15/08
Mills Announces Springville HEAP Outreach

02/05/08
Bee Column 02/08

01/04/08
Mills announces HEAP outreach efforts

01/08
Bee Column 01/08

Press Releases - 2007

12/04/07
Mills Comments on the Budget

10/22/07
LEGISLATORS MILLS RAISES OVER $3000 FOR LOCAL LIBRARIES

10/03/07
MILLS, RANZENHOFER, and WEINSTEIN call for the termination of the 1977 sales tax revenue distribution agreement

10/07
Bee Column 10/07

09/07
Orchard Park Bee Column 9/07

08/14/07
LEGISLATOR MILLS CALLS FOR THE REGNEGOTIATION OR TERMINATION OF THE ERIE COUNTY/CITY of BUFFALO PARKS AGREEMENT

08/03/07
Mills announces Library Fundraiser

08/07
Orchard Park Bee Column 8/07

07/31/07
MILLS, RANZENHOFER, & WEINSTEIN CALL FOR ROAD AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS ACROSS ERIE COUNTY

07/27/07
LEGISLATOR JOHN J. MILLS VOTES AGAINST FUNDING POLICE REGIONALISM STUDY

07/24/07
Mills announces fundraiser to support Concord Library (pdf)

07/19/07
LEGISLATOR MILLS STOPS ADMINISTRATION FROM RAIDING CAPITAL RESERVES OF SEWER DISTRICT 3

07/05/07
Maintaining Your Assets

07/07
Mills warns about Giant Hogweed

05/23/07
Mills Hosts Public Meeting on Local Law 1-1 2007

05/07
Mills endorses County Manager Proposal

04/30/07
Mills Supports Professional County Management

04/11/07
Mills Outlines Budget Reforms

04/02/07
Mills Supports Tourism

04/07
Mills remarks on local culture

03/19/07
Mills gains concessions from the state on the 219 expansion project

03/14/07
Mills keeps billboards out of Orchard Park

03/07
Mills demands reforms in Erie County Government

02/21/07
Minority Leader Mills named to the ECC Presidential Search Committee

02/21/07
Mills Supports Reform in STAR Program

02/07
Mills comments on his 2007 agenda

01/31/07
Mills Announces Republican Agenda for 2007

01/18/07
Mills Speaks Out Against Patronage

01/09/07
Mills Named Minority Leader

Press Releases - 2006

11/06
Mill's remarks on County Executive's Proposed Budget

10/04/06
Mills Supports Buffalo Zoo Rainforest Project

10/06
Mills remarks on the upcoming budget process

05/03/06
Mills seeks a more equitable sales tax sharing agreement and looks to eliminate health permit fees

05/06
John's thoughts on making County Government Work