Business Council Says Upstate Lags Behind in Business Growth

Robert G. Ortt

February 13, 2015

The Business Council of New York pointed out a handful of major challenges facing upstate businesses during a presentation hosted by USA Niagara. As a way to spark business development and create jobs in Western New York, Senator Ortt suggested extending the state’s brownfield remediation tax credit program, which expires at the end of this year. Read more online at Lockport Union-Sun & Journal’s website.

Major Grant Funds Robotic Programs for WNY Schools

March 13, 2017

A big announcement was made at Lockport High School. WNY STEM Hub has secured a $50,000 grant to launch 25 new robotics teams in Western New York school districts, preparing our students for a 21st century workforce. Lockport Robotics The Warlocks FIRST Team 1507, one of two robotics teams in Niagara County, has offered to serve as mentors to new teams as they get started.

Rob's Recap - Renewed Push to Repeal the SAFE Act

March 8, 2017

Joint Statement From the Monroe County Senate Delegation

March 7, 2017

Ortt Named as New Co-Chair for Senate’s Task Force on Workforce Development

March 3, 2017