State starts to build Onondaga clinic
In June 1995 the state and Onondaga chiefs agreed on a new clinic after years of delays. Groundbreaking occurred July 31 with a $756,000 one story log building planned near Gibson Road and Route 1A to serve about 3,800 Native Americans in the Syracuse area. The clinic aims for a March patient opening with Dr. Eva Gregory as medical director and services including walk ins wellness diabetes pediatric care and more.
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Immigration law debate on openness and aid burden
Lawyers and aid officials discuss the impact of welfare rule changes on immigrants and refugees. Pam Kaplan warns of anti immigrant elements and delayed awareness among affected groups. Nona Stewart notes sponsorship and self sufficiency requirements for migrants and suggests timing for clarity may extend beyond two weeks.
Neighbors urge action for Near West Side safety
Residents discussed teen curfews and better outreach as Syracuse police push for trust building amid stretched resources. Community members urged foot patrols, a police athletic league, and partnerships with Spanish Action League while nearby schools see burglaries and social programs grow.
Enviro groups urge Pataki to veto tire tax credits
Two leading environmental groups urge Gov. Pataki to veto a tax credit bill for burning waste tires at two Central New York plants, warning the measure could spur tire imports and worsen pollution while NYSEG supports signing it to protect local generation and jobs.
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Jet-Ski safety law aims to cut watercraft accidents
Governor Pataki signed a new personal watercraft law to boost safety. It requires rental outfits to show operating instructions, under 18s to hold a boating safety certificate, and all operators to carry a whistle or distress signal. penalties for reckless driving are stiffened and the law takes effect August 24.
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New York Renames September Native American Day
Gov. Pataki signed a bill designating the fourth Saturday in September as Native American Day. The move, supported by Queens and Bronx sponsors, aims to honor Native Americans without imposing economic disruption on workers. The proclamation followed a long effort to formalize observance while acknowledging Seneca Nation ties and leaders.
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New York State
State Civil Service Department
Rose Patterson
Seneca Nation
Dennis Bowen
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