Rotary speaker outlines United Way goals for Oswego County
Ali McGrath, resources development director for the Greater Oswego County United Way, spoke at Fulton Rotary Club about expanding the United Way presence in all of Oswego County. Club president Lori Greeney introduced her, noting McGrath took the post in October.
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Native tribes receive HUD housing grants in New York
Eight American Indian tribes in New York share more than 6 million dollars in federal HUD housing and urban development block grants. Nationwide HUD totals exceed 651 million for 636 tribes in 34 states, with Seneca Nation at 2.5 million, St. Regis Mohawks two million, Oneida 801 thousand, Cayuga 373 thousand, Shinnecock about 221 thousand, and Onondaga Tonawanda and Tuscarora each 50,282 dollars.
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Oswego considers parking policy changes in council session
Oswego Mayor Tom Gillen outlined potential reforms to downtown parking including permanent and temporary bans 24/7 alternate side rules and possible demolition of vacant houses for new lots. Council invited public input at March 3 committee meetings as officials seek clear guidance on street clearance and safety.
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Oswego District Proposes Elementary Redistricting Plan
Oswego City School District Superintendent Ben Halsey outlined a plan to redistrict elementary students to balance populations and create efficient bus routes for the 2015-2016 year. The plan centers on consolidating Integrated Co Teaching classrooms into Minetto Elementary to reduce unnecessary sections while minimizing family impact.
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Residential tax break moves ahead
OSWEGO The county Government Courts and Consumer Affairs Committee voted unanimously Monday to advance a proposed eight year tax incentive for residents who invest in capital improvements to their homes. The exemption would apply to projects that raise property value from 5000 to 80000 on homes at least five years old and cover reconstructions alterations and improvements not routine maintenance. Debra Mullenax Real Property director explained the rule and said the local assessor determines eligibility under property law.
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New York high court limits local sex offender housing rules
The New York Court of Appeals ruled unanimously that only the state can set where sex offenders may live, striking down more than 130 local residency laws. The decision fuels debate on whether such restrictions protect children, with experts noting housing stability and support are key to successful reentry, while juvenile and adult offenders may require different approaches.
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Maia Christopher
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Association For the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
Beaverton
Oregon
Cate
Bill O'Leary
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