Approved October 8, 2024 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPPOSING THE ENACTMENT OF THE CLIMATE SUPERFUND BILL WHEREAS, the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) was passed by both houses of the NYS Legislature and signed into law in July 2019; and WHEREAS, at the end of the most recent…
APPROVED OCTOBER 9, 2024 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WHEREAS, New York State has “prevailing wage rate” mandates for public sector construction projects in which public entities must require hired contractors to pay their employees wage rates that typically far exceed the market rate for private construction wages; and…
Approved October 10, 2023 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTING NYS BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEED TO CLARIFY FOSSIL FUEL BAN DEADLINES WHEREAS, the State of New York has instituted a future ban on the use of fossil fuels to heat newly constructed buildings and dwellings; and WHEREAS, the ban would prohibit fossil fuel…
Approved October 10, 2023 SUPPORTING NYS BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEED TO CLARIFY FOSSIL FUEL BAN DEADLINES WHEREAS, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente declared a State of Emergency and further declared that Oneida County cannot afford the cost and burden of accepting the resettlement of people transported from New York City or elsewhere who have entered the…
Baggstoberfest is back this Saturday, September 16th with a full day of beer, competitions, German food, dancing, live music, raffles and more! The event begins at noon and runs till 11pm. Beth and Fritz will play from 12-3pm and Homebound is from 7-11pm. https://greateruticachamber.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1000028711.mp4 If you’re not on our mailing list or receiving Member…
United Way of the Mohawk Valley’s (United Way MV) Board of Directors has approved the organization’s 2023-2025 strategic investments to provide vital funding to 34 programs operated by 27 non-profit agencies throughout Herkimer and Oneida counties. Every 1-2 years United Way MV staff and their Strategic Investment Committee are charged with stewarding the funds entrusted…
McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors are excited to announce the addition of Father Joe Salerno to their funeral associate and office staff. Father Joe, who needs no introduction, will be assisting in all facets of funeral service, including funeral liturgy planning, providing spiritual support, and caring for families before, during and after a…
Millie Occhionero has been named director of Marketing and Communications at MMRI. In this role, Occhionero will design and oversee the organization’s community outreach and marketing initiatives. “I’m thrilled to join MMRI at such an exciting time for the organization,” said Occhionero. “Our world-class researchers are doing innovative work and I’m eager to promote it.” Occhionero has more than nine years…
College Raptor recently released their 2024 Hidden Gems lists, with SUNY Polytechnic Institute being recognized in the “Hidden Gems in the Mid-East US” and “Most Affordable Hidden Gem Colleges for the Middle Class” categories. Furthermore, SUNY Poly was ranked second on the “Most Affordable Hidden Gem Colleges for the Middle Class” list, which featured 25…
Wine all You Want is back and better than ever! Mark your calendar for Friday, September 8, and be prepared for an incredible evening to benefit The House of the Good Shepherd. Please join us on September 8, 2023, for Wine All You Want at the Stanley Theatre. You are invited to take a journey…
Maryann Busch has joined AmeriCU Credit Union as Financial Center Manager of the Commercial Drive location. Busch brings with her over 20 years of retail and customer service experience. In her new role, Busch will oversee and manage the financial center’s day-to-day operations while building a solid team, delivering excellent member service, and focusing on…
Munson is planning a special workshop August 28 from 5 to 7 pm. This is both a professional development and community-building opportunity. The workshop, Antiracism and Community Health, will explore ways in which systemic racism impacts health and the access to healthcare for underprivileged members of our communities. In this two-hour program, we will explore ways…
Project will Collaborate with CSTEP Program to Develop Student Research Opportunities A National Science Foundation (NSF) Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) grant totaling more than $248,000 has been awarded to SUNY Poly Assistant Professor of Physics, Dr. Shing Chi Leung. The project will use new measurements to build a…
The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is partnering with the Center for Donation and Transplant (CDT) of Albany to participate in month-long activities to celebrate National Donate Life Month. The celebration is held throughout the month of April and showcases the lifesaving benefits of organ and tissue donation and encourages New Yorkers to enroll in…
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County is happy to announce our spring fundraiser, a Kentucky Derby Party at the Sadaquada Golf Club! Join us on Saturday, May 6th from 5:00pm-8:00pm for an evening of derby traditions, fashion, and a live viewing of the 149th Kentucky Derby! Enjoy heavy hors d’ oeuvres, carving stations, drinks, Best Derby Hat…
