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It is New York State law that all dogs, cats, and domestic ferrets be vaccinated against rabies after they reach the age of 4 months. Animals must remain up to date on rabies vaccination at all times.
Rabies is a serious virus of all mammals with no known cure. It causes neurological degeneration that ultimately leads to the death of the infected person or animal. Luckily, Rabies can be prevented with vaccination.
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The New York Conference of Mayors (NYCOM) has published its summary of key initiatives included in the Adopted State Budget.
The document, which is regularly updated, is available on the NYCOM website.
NYCOM reports that the Adopted State Budget continues to fund the $50 million in Temporary Municipal Assistance from last year and includes a $50 million increase in CHIPS funding. In addition, the budget contains a number of provisions related to public safety and municipal government, including:
• Revised Involuntary Commitment and Assisted Outpatient Treatment
• Streamlining and Clarifing Criminal Case Discovery Requirements
• Virtual Appearances in Certain Criminal Proceedings
• Unlicensed Sale of Cannabis Enforcement
• Volunteer Fire Infrastructure and Response Equipment
• Water and Sewer Infrastructure Funding
A copy of the update, current as of May 13, 2025 appears below.
NYCOM Briefing on the 2025-26 Adopted State Budget by Steven Getman on Scribd
What happens if decades of legal precedent protecting a free press is suddenly turned on its head? Hear from a distinguished panel of experts from the media, courts, and bar as they explorethe legal, political, and ethical issues that arise in a hypothetical scenario.****
The conference combines a discussion of a hypothetical scenario with an overview of media law and constitutional law. An interactive discussion between the panelists and audience will follow the panel discussion.
This free event is open to the public and includes a reception before the program. Registration is required.
Interested persons can attend in person at the following location:
NYS Judicial Institute
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University
78 N Broadway
White Plains, NY 10603
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• 363 full-fledged investigations were undertaken.
• 11 judges were publicly disciplined: three judges were removed from office, three were censured and five were admonished.
• 13 judges resigned and publicly agreed never to return to judicial office.
• Seven other judges resigned while complaints were pending, where it had not been determined permanent departure from office was warranted or appropriate.
• 23 judges were issued confidential cautionary letters.
• 212 matters were pending at year’s end.
The New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct is the independent state agency that reviews complaints of ethical misconduct against the 3,500 judges and justices of the State Unified Court System and, where appropriate, renders public disciplinary Determinations.
The annual report is available here.
According to Schuyler County Attorney Steven Getman, as of Tuesday (January 21) Schuyler, Seneca and Yates counties join sixteen other counties across New York State in offering the service, known as NYS Courts Electronic Filing (“NYSCEF”).
“NYSCEF service permits the filing of legal papers by electronic means with the courts in certain case types,” Getman said. “In an e-filed case, the court and all parties to the action are provided with the same documents as they would receive in a non e-filed case. The difference is that the documents are provided electronically. This avoids the costs and time associated with printing, copying and mailing documents.”
New York State courts were already using e-filing statewide for many other types of cases, Getman noted. Courts having already instituted e-filing include Supreme Court, Surrogate’s Court and the New York State appellate courts. The federal courts also have their own electronic filing system, available to lawyers and the public, he said.
The court system offers training on how to use the e-filing system for people who do not have an attorney and are representing themselves, Getman said. Training also is available to attorneys and their staff members, he noted.
The New York State Bar Association studied the impact and benefits of e-filing for more than a decade with the most recent report adopted in 2023, which detailed the benefits of an expanded, statewide e-filing system.
As County Attorney, Getman is the chief legal advisor for county government and responsible for the prosecution and defense of civil actions brought by and against the county. In that role, his office represents the Department of Social Services and Probation Department in various family court prosecutions, including child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency and child support enforcement.
For more information on New York State family court e-filing, including a complete list of counties participating, click here.
Schuyler County farmers and landowners are invited to an upcoming workshop to learn more about solar development on agricultural lands.Schuyler County Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) and Schuyler County Farm Bureau are hosting a workshop to address critical issues around solar development as it becomes more common for solar panels to be installed on agricultural lands in the Finger Lakes Region. The workshop will educate farmers and landowners about the important issues and teach them the things
they should know before leasing land to solar companies.****
The workshop, which is called “Solar & Ag in Schuyler County: What you need to know,” will start at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23, and should end by 2:30 p.m. It will take place in the Human Services Complex, located at 323 Owego St. in Montour Falls. Registration is required, and there’s a $15 fee to join. The fee will include lunch.
For more information on factors to consider when leasing land for solar power, see below:
According to Waite, gift card scams are a common type of fraud that targets older adults. Scammers may call, email, or text, claiming to be from a government agency, financial institution, or well-known company. They may tell the victim that they have won a prize, that their account has been compromised, or that they need to pay a fee to avoid a penalty. The scammer will then ask the target to purchase a gift card and provide the gift card number and PIN number to the scammer.
“Only scammers will tell you to buy a gift card, like a Walmart Card or Amazon Card and give them the numbers off the back of the card,” stated Schuyler County Sheriff Kevin Rumsey. “No matter what they say, that’s a scam. No legitimate business or government agency will ever tell you to buy a gift card to pay them.”
“Gift card scams are a growing threat, and we urge consumers to be cautious when purchasing and using gift cards,” Rumsey continued. “If you suspect a scam, do not hesitate to report it."
In addition, Schuyler County Attorney Steven Getman urged victims report any scam directly to the gift card company immediately.
“No matter how long ago the scam happened, report it,” Getman said. “Always keep a copy of your gift card and store receipt. Use them to report suspected fraud to the issuer. Some companies are helping stop gift card scams and may give your money back if you ask.”
Said District Attorney Joe Fazzary, “the sad reality is that thieves pray upon our senior citizen community. They do this in a multitude of ways, many of which include demanding money from the victim for something that may appear legitimate. It may also come in the form of a threat that something bad will happen if they don’t follow the scammer’s instruction. The scammer may use an email address that seems similar to one the victim knows thereby suggesting that the request for money is coming from a friend or colleague, legitimate business, or government official. Frequently, the demand or request will be for gift cards from a legitimate business, requiring the victim to purchase the card and then provide the card number to requestor. This will most likely always be a scam. Billions of dollars are stolen from senior citizens by this method every year. If anyone has a question about whether a request for gift cards or any other type of monetary payment is a scam, they should immediately contact law enforcement or the District Attorney’s Office.”
Schuyler County officials offered the following tips on how to recognize and avoid gift card scams during the holiday season:
• Gift card scams start with a call, text, email, or social media message. Scammers will say almost anything to get you to buy gift cards — like Google Play, Apple, or Amazon cards — and hand over the card number and PIN codes.
• Scammers will say it’s urgent. They will say to pay them right away or something terrible will happen. They don’t want you to have time to think about what they’re saying or talk to someone you trust.
• Scammers will tell you which gift card to buy (and where). They might say to put money on an eBay, Google Play, Target, or Apple gift card. They might send you to a specific store — such as Walmart CVS, or other chain stores. Sometimes they’ll tell you to buy cards at several stores, so cashiers won’t get suspicious. The scammer also might stay on the phone with you while you go to the store and load money onto the card. Hang up immediately.
• Scammers will ask you for the gift card number and PIN. The card number and PIN on the back of the card let the scammer get the money you loaded onto the card — even if you still have the card itself. Don’t give them those numbers or send them a photo of the card.
Schuyler County urges those who believe they are victims of a scam to contact the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office at 607-535-8222 or in an emergency dial 911. Outside of Schuyler County, complaints can be filed with any local law enforcement agency or to the New York State Consumer Frauds Bureau by calling 1-800-771-7755.
Hear a distinguished panel of experts from the media, courts, and the legal profession discuss the legal, political, and ethical issues that arise after an AI-generated video of an altercation between public officials goes viral on social media. An interactive discussion between the panelists and audience will follow the panel discussion.
Panelists include:
• Hon. Elizabeth A. Garry, Presiding Justice, NYS Supreme Court Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department
• Hon. Emmanuel C. Nneji, Ulster County District Attorney
• William T. Easton, Esq., Partner, Easton Thompson Kasperek Shiffrin
• Prof. J. Stephen Clark, Professor of Law, Albany Law School
• Ojasvinee Singh, Esq., Media Attorney, Penguin Random House
The event will be held November 20, 2024, 2 P.M. – 4 P.M. Dean Alexander Moot Court Room (Room 421) Albany Law School 80 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208
This free event is open to the public, will be livestreamed, and includes a reception. Registration is required.
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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE: Please take notice that on the date and time set forth above (See, “Filed: Schuyler County Clerk,” above), the Treasurer, County of Schuyler (the “Enforcing Officer”) of the County of Schuyler (the “Tax District”), pursuant to law filed with the Clerk of Schuyler County a petition of foreclosure against various parcels of real property for unpaid taxes. Such petition pertains to the following parcels: [see exhibits A-G, inclusive, annexed hereto and made a part hereof].
1. Effect of Filing: All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the real property described in such petition are hereby notified that the filing of such petition constitutes the commencement by the Tax District of a proceeding in the court specified in the caption above to foreclose each of the tax liens therein described by a foreclosure proceeding in rem.
2. Nature of Proceeding: Such proceeding is brought against the real property only and is to foreclose the tax liens described in such petition. No personal judgment will be entered herein for such taxes or other legal charges or any part thereof.
3. Persons Affected: This notice is directed to all persons owning or having or claiming to have an interest in the real property described in such petition. Such persons are hereby notified further that a duplicate of such petition has been filed in the office of the Enforcing Officer of the Tax District and will remain open for public inspection up to and including the date specified below as the last day for redemption.
4. Right of Redemption: Any person having or claiming to have an interest in any such real property and the legal right thereto may on or before said date redeem the same by paying the amount of all such unpaid tax liens thereon, including all interest and penalties and other legal charges which are included in the lien against such real property, computed to and including the date of redemption. Such payments shall be made to: Holley Sokolowski, Treasurer, County of Schuyler, 105 Ninth St, Unit 17, Watkins Glen, NY 14891. In the event that such taxes are paid by a person other than the record owner of such real property, the person so paying shall be entitled to have the tax liens affected thereby satisfied of record.
5. Last Day for Redemption: The last day for redemption is hereby fixed as Friday, May 30, 2025.
6. Service of Answer: Every person having any right, title or interest in or lien upon any parcel of real property described in such petition may serve a duly verified answer upon the attorney for the Tax District setting forth in detail the nature and amount of his or her interest and any defense or objection to the foreclosure. Such answer must be filed in the office of the County Clerk and served upon the attorney for the Tax District on or before the date above mentioned as the last day for redemption.
7. Failure to Redeem or Answer: In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his or her right, title and interest and equity of redemption in and to the parcel described in such petition and a judgment in foreclosure may be taken by default.
The hotline will be available to troubleshoot and resolve a range of issues encountered by voters, including issues voting by absenteeballot, early mail ballot, or in-person at their polling place. The telephone hotline will be open between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM during early voting (Saturday, October 26 through Sunday, November 3), and between 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5. The hotline will also be available the day before and after Election Day, Monday, November 4 and Wednesday, November 6, between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.Written requests for assistance may be submitted at any time through the online complaint form.
A guide addressing frequently asked questions is also currently available to assist voters with, among other things, the absentee and early mail ballot process and voter registration issues.
Scammers use different techniques, including dating apps. During the press conference, the DA's office showed recorded testimony of several victims, including an anonymous woman who said she fell prey to a crypto scam through the dating app Bumble, and ultimately lost about $118,000.Scammers also use group chat apps such as we chat, WhatsApp or Telegram to add victims to what appear to be legitimate chats about crypto investments. One man said this happened to him on Facebook.
Law enforcement officials said it is also hard to recover stolen funds.
Last year, the NYPD reported 50 cases, but officials believe that's an undercount, as shame usually deters most victims of crypto scams from reporting the crimes to law enforcement officials.
The FBI estimates that last year over $3 billion have been stolen from U.S. residents due to crypto scams.
