The Monroe County Legislature Tuesday night approved a measure raising the rates paid to Preschool Special Education Service Providers by 15 percent. It’s the first increase in their compensation in a decade. The measure passed on a bipartisan vote. County Executive Cheryl Dinolfo called on state lawmakers to follow suit by fully funding […]
Former television reporter Rachel Barnhart says she’s running for the Monroe County Legislature, mounting a primary campaign to dislodge the Democratic Party’s endorsed candidate. Barnhart is going for the 21st District Seat now held by Mark Muoio, who is running for Rochester City Court Judge instead of seeking re-election. She will have to pass […]
Monroe County legislators approved the county’s 2019 budget Tuesday night, including a slight drop in property tax rates. It’s the first tax rate cut in 10 years, and will amount to about $15 for an average homeowner. The total spending package is $1.23 billion. Democrats, who make up the minority party on the legislature, point […]