Approved March 9, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AGAINST RAISING TAXES TO BALANCE THE STATE BUDGET WHEREAS, the spread of the Covid 19 virus necessitated extraordinary measures to contain the infection rate among the general population; and WHEREAS, these extraordinary measures included the furloughing of thousands of employees and the temporary…
Approved February 17, 2021 – Revised March 9, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REVOKING EXECUTIVE ORDERS (REVISED) WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo issued executive orders in response to the Covid 19 virus outbreak that altered or suspended numerous existing laws within the State of New York; and WHEREAS, these extraordinary measures included…
Approved October 8, 2019 – Reaffirmed March 9, 2021 GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION OF A PROPOSED “NEW YORK HEALTH ACT” WHEREAS, the New State Legislature is currently considering Assembly bill A.5248 and Senate bill S.3577 that would create a single-payer health care system mandated on all New Yorkers that would abolish…
The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with U.S. Renal Care (USRC) to enhance and grow the dialysis services in the community. Access to leading-edge information and resources via the USRC nationwide network of physicians and experts will provide people living with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)…
If you are looking for a full-time, day position in medical imaging, this could be your opportunity. Staffworks has an immediate opening for an MRI Technologist for a medical facility in Utica, NY. Responsibilities: Obtains and records a complete clinical history pertinent to examination requested. Evaluates requests for appropriateness; refers concerns to coordinator and/or radiologist.…
Rob and Hillary Dunn were presented with a $1,000 “Staffworks Spirit” award for being champions for animals that otherwise might not have a chance at life. They have long exhibited true giving and kindness to animals. Governor Cuomo even recognized them for purchasing and preparing Thanksgiving meals for 80 dogs at the Stevens Swan…
The Arc cash raffle is underway, with participants having a chance to win a grand prize of $10,000 or other second and third place prizes of $1,500 and $500. This fundraiser is presented by The Friends of The Arc Foundation with proceeds from the raffle benefiting under and unfunded programs of The Arc, Oneida-Lewis…
Approved February 17, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DEMANDING THE LEGISLATURE TO IMMEDIATELY RESCIND GOVERNOR ANDREW CUOMO’S PANDEMIC EMERGENCY POWERS AND OPEN A FULL INVESTIGATION WHEREAS; Governor Andrew Cuomo issued executive orders in response to the Covid 19 virus outbreak that altered or suspended numerous existing laws within the State of…
Are you looking for a long-term career in Human Resources? Staffworks is assisting a Utica area agency in hiring for a Human Resource Coordinator. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of the human resources data entry, data maintenance and reporting functions, following the ERR process and coordinating the data, staffing information, and organizational…
The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS), along with new medical center project partners, Hammes Healthcare and Gilbane Building Company, is holding a Build Your Own Hospital contest for kids in grades K-8. This fun project is being held in preparation for Women in Construction Week 2021 (March 7 – 13) to get more kids…
Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce Announces New Executive Director- Kari Puleo The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce that they have named Kari Puleo as the Chamber’s new Executive Director. She will be replacing current Executive Director Meghan Fraser McGrogan, who has held the position for the last…
The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has closed its Respiratory Triage Trailer at the St. Luke’s Campus, 1656 Champlin Avenue, Utica, and moved the service into the Emergency Department (ED) at the campus which has been updated to provide this service. Patients with respiratory symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, congestion, etc.) should now go directly…
Staffworks is Hiring! Shipping Manager Staffworks is looking for experienced candidates with leadership skills for a Shipping Manager position with a manufacturing company in the Utica area. The Shipping Manager is responsible for overseeing the timely picking, staging and shipping of all customer orders, while adhering to customer routing guides and instructions, and all…
Approved February 9, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPPOSING BAN ON EVICTIONS WITHOUT PROTECTION FOR LANDLORDS WHEREAS; various members of the New York State Assembly, with the support of Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, are promoting legislation to impose a temporary ban on evictions and foreclosures on small businesses until May…
Approved February 9, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTING PROPOSITION THAT COVID VACCINATIONS BE DISTRIBUTED ACCORDING TO LOCAL COUNTY PLANS WHEREAS; the State of New York’s Covid vaccination program is causing enormous confusion and frustration for citizens attempting to schedule vaccine appointments through online appointment calendars and openings are scarce…