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Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Politics
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City Council overrides Mayor Kraham's veto on Good Cause Eviction law
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – As expected, the Democratically controlled Binghamton City Council has over-ridden Republican Mayor Jared Kraham's veto of the recently passed Good Cause Eviction law. The Council hastily called a special meeting for this afternoon to vote on the override after its meeting Wednesday was derailed by last minute concerns raised by the city's attorney. After a public comment period during which local landlords and realtors reiterated their objections to the legislation, the override was successful with all six Council members present voting for the law. Council President Mike Dundon was the only member absent. Good Cause Eviction would ban landlords from kicking out tenants in retaliation for complaining about conditions. It would also limit how much property owners can raise their rent. Kraham vetoed the law saying it would hurt the local real estate market. Greek Peak hosting annual pond skimming event City Council overrides Mayor Kraham's veto on Good Cause Eviction law Dancing with D opens its doors on Clinton Street Whitney Point participate in Ag in the Classroom Donnelly resigns as Town of Vestal councilman Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-02-2025
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Good Cause Eviction training sessions to be held this week
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Binghamton City Council is looking to educate the community on its newly passed legislation. After months of meetings, hearing both positive feedback and push back, Binghamton City Council unanimously passed the Good Cause Eviction Law on February 12. City Council says Good Cause Eviction will prohibit landlords from making unwarranted evictions, prevent rent hikes, and hold bad landlords accountable. As part of City Council's commitment to supporting both tenants and landlords in navigating the implementation of the law, CNY Fair Housing will host training sessions later this week. The sessions will include information about the legislation's expanded protections and protocol requirements. From Councilmember Nate Hotchkiss introduced the local law late last year. Good Cause Eviction passes through Binghamton City Council 'While we look forward to the positive impact Good Cause Eviction law will have on housing stability for local residents, we recognize that even good change can come with challenges. This week's training is just the first among several opportunities being coordinated to make ongoing education and legal expertise available to those impacted by the anticipated adoption,' said Hotchkiss. The Fair Housing training for Landlords will be held on Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Ahearn Room at the Broome County Public Library. The Fair Housing training for Service Providers and Tenants will also be held in the Ahearn Room on Thursday, taking place from 2 to 3:30. Big Lots in Vestal closing, hosting inventory sale Delaware County man accused of child sex abuse Good Cause Eviction training sessions to be held this week Tickets for annual 'Meet the Ponies' event on sale now Philharmonic honors America with latest Pops performance Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- General
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GoFundMe for Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for the family of a Binghamton firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty. 40-year-old John 'JR' Gaudet died while fighting a second-alarm fire at 1 Main Street late Wednesday night. While battling the flames, a Mayday call was sent out for three firefighters trapped inside, one of whom was Gaudet. Two of the firefighters were taken to Wilson Hospital after being pulled from the building and are currently in stable condition. Gaudet, who was also taken to Wilson Hospital, was pronounced dead upon arrival. According to a press release, Gaudet died after a wall collapsed on him while fighting the fire. According to the organizer of the GoFundMe, Gaudet dedicated his life to his wife and three children. The campaign was set up to ease the burden of his death off of his wife and family. The campaign has a goal of raising $14,000. It has currently raised $8,835. To donate, click here. GoFundMe for Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty Good Cause Eviction passes through Binghamton City Council Rich David kicks off campaign for Broome County Clerk First responders react to passing of Binghamton firefighter Fallen Binghamton firefighter part of local lacrosse community Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Politics
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Good Cause Eviction passes through Binghamton City Council
BINGHAMTON, NY (WIVT/WBGH) – After months of meetings, hearing both positive feedback and push back, Binghamton City Council unanimously passed the Good Cause Eviction Law yesterday. City Council says Good Cause Eviction will prohibit landlords from making unwarranted evictions, prevent rent hikes, and hold bad landlords accountable. The law has been adopted by 12 municipalities across the state to address homelessness resulting from forced displacement. Majority leader, Rebecca Rathmell says almost 2,000 people, including 700 families with children, faced homelessness in Broome County last year. City Council says it is working to distribute educational materials for landlords and tenants, plus, it's developing a monitoring strategy to track the law's impact and allow for future amendments. The law needs a final signature from Mayor Kraham to take effect. But Kraham doesn't fully support the law. He released a statement that says, bringing New York City style housing regulations to Binghamton will backfire. Pushing out good landlords, discouraging investment in rental properties, and hurting the very people this legislation intends to help. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Politics
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Carla Murray to fill City Council vacancy
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Democrats on Binghamton City Council have chosen an educator to fill a vacancy on the legislative body. Council has chosen Carla Murray to represent the city's First District, replacing fellow Democrat Olamni Porter who resigned last month. Murray is currently an administrator at the BOCES Professional Learning and Innovation Center. The SUNY Broome and Binghamton University alumna previously served as a Community Schools Coordinator in the Binghamton City School District. She has two children and has lived in the First Ward for over 20 years. Murray is scheduled to be sworn in at a special Council meeting Monday evening. A special election to complete the remainder of the term will be held in November. Carla Murray to fill City Council vacancy Court Street Dick's Sporting Goods closing its doors Rumble Ponies seeking employees for upcoming season Vestal Fire District holding special election on Tuesday Boil water advisory remains in effect in Johnson City Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
