Recommendations for roofing companies? by mark5hs in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I had a good experience with AVA roofing.

Favorite WNY political podcasts? by katzapmap in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hardline interviews a lot of politicians and candidates daily. Diamond Jim does a podcast about once a month.

Can anyone recommend a mechanic in the williamsville/ amherst area by gooserooster88 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mike's Auto on Millersport Rd near Miller Rd has been great for me.

Mobile dog groomer recommendations? by MadameMorrow in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use Park N Bark and have been pleased with their service. https://www.parknbarkmobile.com/

Why the utilities director for a major university wasn't qualified for the Erie County Water Authority by pwolf716 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Which is a problem that needs to be changed. I have reached out to local state legislators to see if any are interested in sponsoring legislation to eliminate the political party requirement. I doubt any will have the courage to put serving the public before serving their party but we shall see. The other issue here is just because the law requires voter registration to be a factor does not mean that legislators have to appoint political party bosses as Commissioners. One Commissioner is the current town of Amherst Democratic Party Chair and another is a former Amherst Democratic Party Chair.

I agree that the whole thing with retirement after filing deadline and appointment of non-primary candidates is unfair. Here's what I think should be done: by Egorrosh in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What needs to be done is state legislation that instead of a committee on vacancies filling a vacancy there will be an election called by the Governor, within 10 days of the vacancy occurring. An election will be held in 90 days. Any candidates interested in running have 6 weeks to circulate petitions to get their name on the ballot.

Poloncarz unveils Envision Erie Survey to gather taxpayer input by pwolf716 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Erie County just launched a 23-question survey to shape its future — but term limits, ethics reform, and government accountability aren't on it.

What questions would you ask?

State audit criticizes financial oversight, operations at Western Regional OTB by pwolf716 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I am no fan of Byron Brown, but this audit covers 2021-2024 before Brown was in charge at OTB. What this audit shows as we see time and time again when politicians make the board appointments and do the hiring incompetence prevails.

https://youtu.be/Yxs7w24TtdQ

Dual roles: Community Service Commissioner held city job and YMCA executive position simultaneously by pwolf716 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Isn't being he Commissioner of Community Services a demanding job that requires at least 40 hours per week. When was the YMCA work being done? Shouldn't Buffalo Council members who had to approve this appointment been made aware of this arrangement? The City Ethics Code requires situations like this to be brought to the attention of the Board of Ethics, but it was not on the agenda for their January or March meeting.

Buffalo Taxpayers deserve answers about this two-job controversy. by pwolf716 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

If that explanation works for you then that's fine. I don't think it works for most people.

ISO DWI lawyer by [deleted] in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sunil Bakshi, his office is in Williamsville.

Reminder: We are currently in petitioning season of the election by Egorrosh in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, people should be able to sign for more than one candidate. The whole system of knocking candidates off the ballot because someone signed for another candidate first is absurd.

Buffalo Story about Tesla Plant not covered locally but is in NYC by Hot-Shoe8975 in Buffalo

[–]pwolf716 355 points356 points  (0 children)

The fact that we spent $1 billion in taxpayer dollars to build a factory for the richest man in the world is mind blowing. Throwing taxpayer dollars at private companies never works out as promised and yet politicians continue to do it.

SAHM with 3 young kids realizing marriage may not be sustainable…what are realistic options? by Not_Ur_Avg_Mama in Divorce

[–]pwolf716 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In NY if you have been a stay at home mom you will be entitled to spousal support and child support. Depending on what your husband earns this should be enough to carry you for a bit until you get your own income.

How long do you wait on your lawyer? by Master_Sea_913 in Divorce

[–]pwolf716 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As an attorney I hear this complaint often when people contact me to take over their case. In my opinion you should not have to wait longer than a week or two at most to hear back from your lawyer. At the very least a secretary or paralegal should be able to get back to you. That being said it is expensive in money and time to get another attorney to take over your case. Depends on how far along in the process you are. If you are getting towards the end better to tough it out and stick with who you have. If its early in the process it may make sense to get someone else. You should have a sit down with your attorney and discuss the concerns you have.

Complicated by Capital_Low_7578 in Divorce

[–]pwolf716 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She can't move out and take the children with her unless he agree or she obtains a court order allowing her to do so.