State Rep. John Lemondes Jr.
Recent News About State Rep. John Lemondes Jr.
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New York designates October 6 as Coaches Day
Assemblyman John Lemondes has designated October 6 as Coaches Day in New York, recognizing the vital role coaches play in youth development and society.
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State aid allocated for construction at local New York libraries
Assemblyman John Lemondes has announced that several local libraries will receive state aid for construction.
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Assemblyman Lemondes schedules town hall in Camillus
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-Lafayette) will hold a town hall meeting on Wednesday, September 4 at 6:00 p.m. at the Camillus Municipal Building. The event is open to all residents of Assembly District 126.
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Lemondes announces funding opportunities under SAM/CREST programs
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) announced that district allocations have recently been negotiated via the New York state budget for the State and Municipal Facilities Community Resiliency, Economic Sustainability, and Technology (SAM/CREST) programs. This program will allow for the funding of several projects within the 126th Assembly District.
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Lemondes condemns violence following reported shooting at Trump rally
On July 13, 2024, Lemondes reacted to a reported shooting at a Trump rally. In a statement, Lemondes condemned the violence and emphasized its detrimental impact on democracy.
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Lemondes announces summer reading challenge for students in grades K-5
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) is initiating his Annual New York State Assembly Summer Reading Challenge to promote reading habits and continuous learning during the summer. This year's theme, “Adventure Begins at Your Library,” is in collaboration with Summer Reading at New York Libraries. The challenge is open to students in grades K through 5 residing in the 126th Assembly District for the 2023-2024 school year.
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Assemblyman Lemondes criticizes new federal fees for employing immigrant workers
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) recently commented on the new federal filing fees for employing immigrant workers. This new policy, which went into effect on April 1, will require employers with more than 25 employees to pay an additional $600 fee to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services when they file certain employment-based immigration benefit requests. This marks the first increase in this program in over seven years.
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Lemondes underscores significance of weights and measures services
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) is highlighting the impact local weights and measures departments play in food pricing. County Weights and Measures Departments are mandated by the state of New York and are responsible for maintaining measurement and pricing accuracy in market transactions. These organizations serve to promote equity in all weight-based sales and are particularly important for the integrity of local agriculture.
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Lemondes champions bill to enhance community service
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) has successfully advocated for a proposal (A.10238) that would update the requirements to be a code enforcement officer in the city of Auburn. Currently, under state law, code enforcement officers must be residents of the city they work in. Lemondes proposed a change to this policy that would allow code enforcement officers in Auburn to live anywhere in Cayuga County or any neighboring county within the state.
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Lemondes attends Skaneateles Lake Association meeting
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) attended a meeting last week with the Skaneateles Lake Association. Lemondes spoke with members on the importance of protecting the Finger Lakes region and highlighted his record of securing funding for freshwater resources in the state Assembly.
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Lemondes secures bullet aid for Onondaga, Cayuga county libraries
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) has successfully secured bullet aid funding for several libraries in Onondaga and Cayuga counties, including Baldwinsville Public Library, Elbridge Free Library, and Port Byron Library. Bullet aid is targeted state funding that supports public schools and libraries. This funding will enable these libraries to provide new resources for the community.
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New York Assembly hosts #LetsWrestle campaign promoting wrestling's growth
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) and his colleagues in the state Assembly hosted the #LetsWrestle campaign in Albany to highlight the sport's impact in New York. On Wednesday, Lemondes spoke on a proposal to proclaim May as World Wrestling Month in New York. Today, Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) introduced a resolution to designate May 23 as Wrestling Day in the state.
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Lemondes opposes proposed hotel occupancy tax in Auburn
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) has expressed opposition to the proposed hotel occupancy tax in the city of Auburn. Earlier this year, Auburn’s City Council sought state permission to implement a tax of up to 5% on hotel and short-term rental stays. Cayuga County currently has its own hotel occupancy tax, also set at 5%.
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Assemblyman Lemondes Urges Driving Safety at Local High School Event
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) attended a driving safety event at Auburn High School, emphasizing the importance of educating young drivers on the dangers of driving while intoxicated. The event, organized by the Auburn Police Department, aimed to raise awareness about the risks associated with impaired driving among high school students.Quoting statistics from the state police, it was highlighted that underage impaired driving has been on the rise, with over 5,000 drivers under 21 being arrested for DWI last year. Additionally, drunk drivers as a whole...
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Assemblyman John Lemondes Secures Increased Funding for Finger Lakes-Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) has successfully pushed for increased funding for the Finger Lakes-Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance (FLLOWPA) in the final state budget. Lemondes, along with his colleagues, sent a letter to Speaker Carl Heastie last month asking for $3.5 million in state funds to be allocated for FLLOWPA in the state budget, a $750,000 increase. FLLOWPA is a time-tested organization that plays a critical role in the protection of New York’s freshwater resources in the Finger Lakes region. These added funds will help the Alliance retain...
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Lemondes Calls for Enforcement of Cannabis Law
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) has joined his colleagues in the state Senate and Assembly in advocating for the enforcement of a proposal that aims to revoke licenses for the possession or sale of illicit cannabis in violation of the cannabis law. Lemondes emphasized the importance of holding illegal sellers accountable and protecting consumers from potentially harmful products."What we have going on in our state right now is a complete mess," stated Lemondes, highlighting the current situation regarding cannabis regulation in New York. He expressed concerns...
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Lemondes Stands Firm with Israel, Calls for the Release of Hostages in Gaza
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) stood in support of his colleagues and the New York chapter of “Run for Their Lives” earlier today as they called for the release of the 134 hostages in Gaza. There are still currently two New Yorkers being held as hostages since the devastating terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7.In the aftermath of these devastating terrorist attacks in Israel, there was a drastic rise in antisemitic hate crimes across the country and the state. In the three months following the attacks, there were 3,291 reported anti-Jewish incidents, a...
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Lemondes Champions Funding for Finger Lakes-Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) has successfully pushed for increased funding for the Finger Lakes-Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance (FLLOWPA) in the One-House Budget proposal. Lemondes, along with his colleagues, sent a letter to Speaker Carl Heastie asking for $3.5 million in state funds to be allocated for the FLLOWPA in the One-House Budget, a $750,000 increase. FLLOWPA is a time-tested organization that plays a critical role in the protection of New York’s freshwater resources in the Finger Lakes region. These added funds will help the Alliance...
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Auburn City Council to Meet with Assemblyman John Lemondes Regarding Home Rule Request for Hotel Occupancy Tax in the City of Auburn
The Auburn City Council is set to convene with NYS Assemblyman John Lemondes to address the City Council's plea to the State of New York Legislature for Home Rule Legislation aimed at establishing a 5% Hotel and Short-Term Rental Occupancy tax in the City of Auburn. The meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 7 pm at Memorial City Hall, first-floor Council Chambers, located at 24 South Street, Auburn, NY.During this meeting, as stated, "This meeting is open to the public and following a presentation of the topic, the meeting will be open for the...