Approved June 9, 2020 – Reaffirmed January 12, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTING THE PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL S8387 AND ASSEMBLY BILL A10502 TO MAINTAIN A SYSTEM OF CHECKS AND BALANCES IN STATE GOVERNMENT WHEREAS; Governor Andrew Cuomo issued executive orders in response to the Covid 19 virus outbreak that…
Approved January 12, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTING REFORMING NEW YORK STATE’S ELECTORAL VOTE APPORTIONMENT WHEREAS; the State of New York currently awards its Presidential electoral votes on a winner-take-all basis; and WHEREAS; the combined populations of New York City, Long Island and downstate counties outnumber the remaining population north…
February 11, 2020, Reaffirmed June 9, 2020, Reaffirmed January 12, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CALLING FOR A COMPLETE REPEAL OF THE “BAIL ELIMINATION ACT OF 2019” WHEREAS; the New York Legislature enacted legislation known as the “Bail Elimination Act of 2019” which was approved by Governor Andrew Cuomo and took…
Approved January 12, 20201 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTING HOME CONSTRUCTION AS AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE WHEREAS; New York Governor Andrew Cuomo enacted a series of restrictions through Executive Orders issued in early 2020 that were intended to reduce the spread of the Covid 19 virus; and WHEREAS; the restrictions (or “shutdown”)…
Approved January 12, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE URGING GOVERNOR CUOMO AND THE NYS LEGISLATURE TO STOP INCLUDING POLICY MATTERS IN THE STATE BUDGET PROCESS WHEREAS; New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature have, at times, included policy initiatives and new laws as part of the State…
Staffworks is recruiting for an HR Technology Coordinator for a client in Utica, NY. The HR Technology Coordinator 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 charts. Responsibilities:…
Upon initial distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) released guidance for facilities, providers, and local health departments that received the COVID-19 vaccine on how it should be distributed. The list of those eligible to receive the vaccine has now been expanded past the initial group. The guidance…
Tiny Tim Tiny Tim was rescued by the Stevens-Swan Humane Society after being hit by a car. He was rushed to a local veterinarian who determined he had a broken leg that required surgery. Last week, the Cornell Animal Hospital repaired Tiny Tim’s leg. He is now back at the shelter where…
On Monday, December 21, 2020, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) became one of the first in the state to begin vaccinating residents and staff in its long-term care facility – MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (RNC). The vaccines and vaccinators were provided as part of the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-term Care (LTC) Program…
Mohawk Valley Health System Receives First Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccinations UTICA, N.Y. – On Wednesday, December 16, 2020, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) received its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccinations. In preparation for the vaccine arrival, a Point of Dispersal (POD) location was set up to begin vaccinating MVHS healthcare workers as soon…
For the third straight year, Staffworks, Central NY’s largest regional staffing services company, was voted Best Employment Agency in the Observer-Dispatch’s Best of the Best contest. The winners were announced on December 10 during an online special hosted by James Corden. “Earning the number one ranking three consecutive years is an acknowledgement of Staffworks service,…
Staffworks is recruiting for an HR Technology Coordinator for a client in Utica, NY. The HR Technology Coordinator 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 charts. Responsibilities: Assist in…
MEET GUEST Alyssa Devins, Owner of Upstate Empire Fitness and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica. From…
Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce Announces Resignation of Executive Director, Meghan Fraser McGrogan UTICA, NY – The Board of Directors of the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce has accepted the resignation of their Executive Director, Meghan Fraser McGrogan. She will remain in her role until the end of January. In her resignation letter, Meghan writes,…
MEET GUEST Ramon Zayas, Owner of Ramon’s Bakery and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica. From now…