AGP Executive Report
Last update: 15 minutes agoEnergy Affordability: Gov. Hochul says more than 21,000 New York households have applied for utility bill relief through the State Energy Affordability Program in the first two weeks, with outreach continuing statewide. Housing & Courts: A federal judge blocked New York from enforcing a new law targeting landlords’ use of algorithmic rent-setting tools, ruling it likely violates free speech. Local Planning: Norwich won $180,000 to develop a Brownfield Opportunity Area plan, with workshops underway to shape redevelopment across about 500 acres. Storm Recovery: Riverhead officials are asking residents to report nor’easter damage via a state form, after flooding and storm impacts including downed trees and roof damage. Transit/Infrastructure: QueensLink launched federally funded studies on reactivating the Rockaway Beach Branch to improve north-south transit and assess housing and economic impacts. Sports & Community: M&T Bank and the Buffalo Bills expand “Touchdown for Teachers,” adding more rounds and classroom grants for Western New York educators. Fed Watch: New York Fed Vice Chair John Williams’ comments helped push October rate-hike odds below a coin flip.
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