According to the governor's office, the extension gives. By: News 12 Staff. The Port Authority is monitoring weather conditions. This was done when former Governor Andrew Cuomo was in office during the pandemic, and has been used continuously since Governor Hochul has taken that same seat. New York Gov. With the potential for a fall COVID wave, the governor said she didnt want to hamstring the number of professions allowed to administer a COVID vaccine. But critics say current caseloads mean the governor should let the executive orders maintaining the state of emergency expire. Hochul firstdeclared the state of disaster emergency Nov. 26 when New York was experiencing community transmission and hospitalizations similar to April 2020. First published on July 20, 2022 / 10:33 AM. An eligible household that heats with oil and qualifies for one regular . The following executive order extends the state disaster emergency as set forth in Executive Order 5, as continued by Executive Order 5.16, until March 1, 2023. Kathy Hochul announced a substantial drop in COVID cases in New York State. Thruway Authority personnel are staffed around the clock and ready to respond to the storm with 678 operators and supervisors statewide. Prior to that, he covered the Capitol for more than a decade for the USA TODAY Network. Less than three weeks before a state moratorium on. Gov. Downstate and more population-dense counties have a medium or high risk. masks are no longer required on public transportation. If you are planning to travel this weekend do everything you can to travel tonight instead or wait until Sunday morning. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). In addition, lake effect snow is expected to impact areas along Lakes Erie and Ontario beginning Friday night and continuing into Monday with total snow accumulations forecast to reach up to three feet. These alerts are also available via the MTA's apps: MYmta and TrainTime. Below normal, freezing temperatures with low wind chills are expected to persist through Monday for upstate regions. The State of New York does not imply approval of the listed destinations, warrant the accuracy of any information set out in those destinations, or endorse any opinions expressed therein. No. Be extra alert and remember that snowdrifts can hide smaller children. Keep all combustibles at least three feet away from heating equipment. Hochul extended the state of emergency to Dec. 22, following a prior one-month extension. With hospitalizations on the rise, the extension gives the state flexibility to troubleshoot hospital capacity issues. Kathy Hochul announced on November 15, 2021. 800 external line and tree workers secured by Con Edison. We are close to the end of the Omicron variants surge through New York. And that is a very specific booster; its highly protective.. and deployed additional staff and equipment from its New York and Albany Divisions to support snow and ice operations in the potentially hardest hit areas in Western New York. To find out where new boosters are available, text your zip code to 438829, call 1-800-232-0233, visit the CDCs vaccine finder website, or try contacting your local pharmacy to schedule a shot directly. The city already contributes $2.4 billion annually to the MTA's operating budget, the mayor said, while estimating that the actual cost of the governor's proposal would be about $526 million in the next fiscal year and above $540 million annually in the years that follow. Local officials echoed the governor's emphasis on Covid-19 vigilance and the importance of public health messaging, while Hochul's critics say they do not believe state Covid-19 rates warrant the continuation of these powers. The decision came shortly after New York pulled the plug on its emergency rental assistance portal after earmarking virtually all of the $2.4 billion made available to the state. 3.16 Continuing the Declaration of Disaster Emergency, No. She announced the state has seen a 97 percent drop in COVID cases since the peak on Jan. 7. Customers should also sign up for real-time service alerts via text or email. Get hyperlocal forecasts, radar and weather alerts. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Kathy Hochul is seeking a major federal disaster declaration for counties affected by the deadly Christmas blizzard. All four-wheel drive and specialty vehicles are in service, including utility task vehicles and snowmobiles. Kathy Hochul is poised to sign a billapproved by the Legislature earlier this week allowing government officials to continue meeting remotely for the duration of the current state disaster emergency. "Wow. For the latest information about Port Authority facilities, please check social media, sign up for PA alerts or download one of the PA mobile apps, including RidePATH which provides real-time updates and alerts for PATH service. External web sites operate at the direction of their respective owners who should be contacted directly with questions regarding the content of these sites. Always plug appliances including space heaters directly into a receptacle. It allows her to make those purchases without any oversight or the normal oversight that you would have, said Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt. There will only be medical. Make sure your car is stocked with survival gear like blankets, a shovel, flashlight and extra batteries, extra warm clothing, set of tire chains, battery booster cables, quick energy foods and brightly colored cloth to use as a distress flag. Call your utility provider to notify them of the outage. Be prepared for the possibility of losing power.". If Hochul were to allow the second order to lapse, it would mean paramedics would no longer be able to administer the COVID vaccine. Jon Campbell covers the New York State Capitol for WNYC and Gothamist. Mike Harrington: His team looks good, even without Alex Tuch. By allowing the first order to expire, it means Hochul's administration will have to revert to the normal buying rules which, in many cases, include potentially time-consuming safeguards like taking competitive bids and submitting contracts to the state Comptrollers Office for review. e-mails which provide the latest traffic conditions along the Thruway. Hochul signed the executive order on Tuesday. The Power Authority is prepared to support power restoration activities if needed. 5.17: Continuing the Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Related to the Disaster Emergency in the Counties of the Bronx, Kings, New York, Richmond and Queens Due to Conditions at Rikers Island Correctional Center, No. The numbers are holding. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 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The Thruway Authority encourages motorists to download its, which is available for free on iPhone and Android devices. Kathy Hochul extended the COVID-related state of emergency in New York through July 14, despite declining COVID-19 cases. Gov. So far, Hochul hasnt said whether she will allow the orders to lapse, which could provide yet another signal that the state is winding down its COVID preventative measures. The comptroller may also review state public authority contracts that are $1 million or more if awarded non-competitively or paid in whole, or in part, from state-appropriated funds, according to the comptrollers office. Kathy Hochul speaks during a news conference at the Apollo Theatre on Jefferson Avenue, Saturday, June 18, 2022. The MTA will wait until at least 2024 to contemplate raising transit fares, Gov. Additional information is available here. But Hochul's political foes have called the extension of the executive order a power grab. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services began coordinating State Agency response operations and contacted local governments earlier this week ahead of weather impacts to ensure preparedness. The Democratic governor declared a state of emergency for the entire state of New York through Jan. 15, 2022, when it will be evaluated if the order needs to be extended. New York Power Authority / Canal Corporation. Bryan Lesswing, a senior advisor for Hochul, defended the business with the company, which he said provided tests necessary to keep schools open. 95 external line and tree workers secured by Central Hudson, 150 external line and tree workers secured by Orange & Rockland and. It's not about how vigilant we are about a virus.. The state contacted multiple vendors to acquire enough tests to distribute to schools to protect New Yorks teachers, students, and parents, andDigital Gadgets was the only vendor that was able to fulfill this urgent need. Prior to that, he covered the Capitol for more than a decade for the USA TODAY Network. Gov. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Keep your refrigerator and freezer doors shut to keep food from spoiling. The governor encouraged New Yorkers to get the new booster shot, now available with a tweaked formula to help prevent infection and illness from the highly contagious omicron variants. Hochul has two COVID-related executive orders that are due to expire this month, including a measure that allows her administration to purchase COVID-related goods and services without a competitive bidding process. The state is also working to stockpile supplies and strengthen hospital systems. I think it really is important that we get back to sort of three branches of governing and that Governor Hochul understands that she owes us and the public, by proxy or by extension, an explanation as to what's going into these decisions and when we can expect the emergency to end, Ortt said. Real estate licensees may [] Among other things, that order allowed out-of-state health care workers to work in New York regardless of where theyre licensed, along with allowing paramedics to issue the COVID vaccine. Governor Kathy Hochul has issued an Executive Order extending New York's state of emergency declaration for COVID-19. Kathy Hochul has only led New York under expanded authority given to the executive amid the coronavirus pandemic since taking office one year ago. Catch up on the most important headlines with a roundup of essential NYC stories, delivered to your inbox daily. There have been only three days since June 1 where Erie County has registered more than 200 positive cases. Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Please, avoid travel on Friday and Saturday given the conditions most of the state will face. Governor Hochul urged New Yorkers to take all necessary precautions, if traveling this week, and plan ahead for significant weather impacts. Hochul deflects when asked about 'good cause' eviction bill, Judge: Former coach's discrimination lawsuit against New York Giants and NFL can proceed, Supreme Court justices pour water on NYs push to save mob-busting seaport watchdog, NJ Legislature OKs bill to make landlords, sellers warn residents about past floods. MTA Bridges and Tunnels will ban empty tractor-trailers and tandem trucks beginning at 8:00 p.m. Thursday through 8:00 p.m. Friday. Lets just get through the opening of schools, lets get through more people coming back to work after Labor Day, and then lets assess it at that time, she said late last month. Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter. Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency late Friday over the continued spread of monkeypox, followed Saturday by a public health emergency declaration in New York City. In line with the 2023 State of the State, the budget includes a major investment to increase housing supply and expand economic opportunity and innovation in the region. When winter storms strike, do not drive unless necessary. Drainage structures are being checked and cleared of debris. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Of the 14 states with a Democratic trifecta, four have active COVID-19 emergency orders. The following executive order extends the state disaster emergency as set forth in Executive Order 5, as continued by Executive Order 5.16, until March 1, 2023. New COVID-19 cases reached 90,000 in one day last December as the omicron variant swept the state, but state data positive tests for the virus have leveled out at about 5,000 cases per day in recent months. Seven sawyer crews are on standby to assist with clearing downed trees and branches from roadways. This Governors power hungry craving for control over the lives of others is a huge red flag for NYers who want to be in charge of their govt. Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2023. The governor said she will not extend special pandemic powers that included a. Additional information is available, New York State Park Police and park personnel are on alert and closely monitoring weather conditions and impacts. This will impact the Friday morning commute in Western New York and the evening commute for the rest of the state. Hochul has faced criticism for other moves benefitting donors to her campaign, including intervention by her administration in a state liquor license renewal and her support for a $1.4 billion new stadium for her beloved Buffalo Bills paid with $600 million in state money. NYC brought itself back to life once before but can it again? The state of emergency has allowed the Hochul administration to secure additional staff for veterans, keep a COVID hotline running and deploy pop-up vaccination and testing sites amid new variants, according to the Hochul administration. Thanks for contacting us. Hochul signed an executive order Monday to sustain the state government's disaster emergency powers, which allow state officials to continue various efforts to support COVID-19 vaccine. MTA employees will be poised to respond to any weather-related issues and remove any downed trees that may fall across tracks. 5.18: Continuing the Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Related to the Disaster Emergency in the Counties of the Bronx, Kings, New York, Richmond and Queens Due to Conditions at Rikers Island Correctional Center, No. Gov. Governor Hochul Declares Statewide State of Emergency Ahead of Storm Expected to Impact Holiday Travel Thursday Night Through Monday, "With Mother Nature throwing everything she has at us this weekend, I encourage New Yorkers who are considering traveling for the holidays to do so before Friday or after Sunday to stay safe,", Blizzard Warnings, Coastal Flood Warnings, Lakeshore Flood Warnings, High Wind Warnings, Wind Chill Warnings, and Winter Storm Warnings are all in effect this weekend throughout various counties across the state. Gov. And weve been dealing with this virus in various forms for more than two years. During this ongoing pandemic and amid emerging variants, the emergency order provides the State with flexibility to protect vulnerable New Yorkers and swiftly respond to urgent needs, Lesswing said in a subsequent statement. Kathy Hochul will let COVID emergency powers expire, We rely on your support to make local news available to all. New York has a COVID positivity rate of about 5.8% over a week's average. Governor Kathy Hochul today declared a State of Emergency for the entire State of New York in advance of a significant winter weather system forecast to bring a mixed bag of hazards across the state beginning Thursday evening and continuing through Monday. We've received your submission. 4.16: Continuing the Declaration of a Statewide Disaster Emergency Due to Healthcare Staffing Shortages in the State of New York. Governor Hochul announced significant progress in the state's fight against gun violence, with New York City and communities participating in the state's Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative reporting the fewest shooting incidents with injury last month since the first half of 2020. But the governor has been facing increasing political pressure including from her GOP opponent, Rep. Lee Zeldin, and Republicans in the Legislature to relinquish the last of her pandemic-spurred powers, particularly as her administration has relaxed masking requirements on public transit. NEW YORK --Gov. The CDCs latest coronavirus guidance is significantly scaled back, with few to no masking, testing, quarantine or vaccine mandates in place. "COVID is still a real thing and people continue to die from it, including five more Erie County residents so far this month.". Customers are encouraged to check new.mta.info for the latest service updates, and to use caution while navigating the system. The leading cause of death and injuries during winter storms is transportation accidents. "Our agencies are well prepared, coordinated and ready to deploy assets and equipment if needed to respond to the storm. Kathy Hochul's additional Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will help support more than 2.8 million New Yorkers through the rest of February. Keep loved ones safe by following these important steps: For all non-emergency service needs before, during or after a storm, call 211 or visit 211nys.org. All rights reserved. Gov. Check the latest closings and delays for schools, business, and churches around CNY and the Mohawk Valley. Thruway has shifted. Gothamist is a website about New York City news, arts, events and food, brought to you by New York Public Radio. "I will not be renewing them this time,". Kathy Hochul let her COVID-19 state of emergency lapse on Monday as cases of the virus continue to remain relatively low and criticism from her Republican opponents mounts.. Additionally, 75 ICS personnel are available to support the response to this event. /. 4.18: Continuing the Declaration of a Statewide Disaster Emergency Due to Healthcare Staffing Shortages in the State of New York, No. According to the governor's office, the $500 million would cover . The state of emergency was scheduled to expire today, but Hochul extended the declaration through April 15. Please, avoid travel on Friday and Saturday given the conditions most of the state will face. Kathy Hochul is facing sharp criticism for keeping in place a COVID-19 state of emergency that dates back to her predecessor that some say serves largely to benefit her campaign donors. ALBANY New York's COVID-19 state of emergency is coming to an end, Gov. State of Emergency Extended . Gov. New York Gov. The State Department of Transportation is preparing to close the following roads in Erie County to all traffic starting at 6 a.m. Friday until conditions improve: A restriction for trucks "Trucks Use Right Lane" on Interstate 81 from Exit 32 (Central Square) to Exit 51 (Alex Bay) starting at noon Friday. Zeldin tweeted July 14: "Kathy Hochul just unilaterally extended her COVID emergency powers AGAIN. Suspension and modification of laws relating to the Disaster Emergency set forth in Executive Order 26. Less than two weeks before the June 28 GOP primary, the Nassau County congressman on Wednesday convened reporters to denounce Democratic Gov. The disparity has given rise for questions about the governors continuing expanded authority and if its an abuse of power. Hochul signed an executive order Monday to sustain the state government's disaster emergency powers, which allow state officials to continue various efforts to support COVID-19 vaccine. Declaring a state of emergency triggers the NY HERO Act, meaning employers must continue to abide by a number of disease prevention measures. 2023 New York Public Radio. 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DEC is coordinating resource deployment with agency partners and allavailable assets are positionedto assist with any emergency response. The Buffalo and Watertown areas could see up to three feet of snow through Sunday night. We now have booster shots, which I'm encouraging everybody to get that booster like I just did. These are actions local governments cannot take on their own and which rest only with the state government.. Statewide equipment numbers are as follows: For up-to-date travel information, call511, visit, Thruway Authority personnel are staffed around the clock and ready to respond to the storm with 678 operators and supervisors statewide. The original order was issued in . Continuing the Declaration of a Statewide Disaster Emergency Due to Healthcare Staffing Shortages in the State of New York. In addition to hazardous roads, strong winds will likely cause power outages. Kathy Hochul's latest extension of emergency powers to deal with Covid-19. Kathy Hochul said the state's mask mandate would get a 10-day extension on Friday, days after a New York judge ruled her administration lacked the constitution authority to order people. Katy Hochul somewhat secretly extended her COVID emergency order powers. Executive order No. Across the State's Ten Stockpiles, DHSES has the following deployable items to support storm-related needs: In preparation for this week's statewide winter weather event the New York utilities have approximately 7,700 workers available statewide to engage in damage assessment, wire guarding, response, repair, and restoration efforts. The monthlong decline in cases has fed mounting accusations of executive overreach from Republicans in the state Legislature. Please enter valid email address to continue. Hochul has denied the campaign contributions had anything to do with the contract award, which resulted in millions of tests delivered to the state while students were returning to school. The second prong of the state's new plan is focused on mask. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Beginning at 6 a.m. Friday, ALL COMMERCIAL VEHICLES will be banned on the New York State Thruway (I-90) from exit 46 (Rochester I-390) to the Pennsylvania border, and the Niagara Thruway from I-90 to exit 22 (Route 62). Over much of the past year, she has extended both orders month after month, arguing that they remained a necessary precaution while the pandemic lingers and transmission rates fluctuate. Gov. The following executive order extends the state disaster emergency as set forth in Executive Order 5, as continued by Executive Order 5.15, January 30, 2023. 37.4375rem .recirc display none media min width 37.5rem .recirc heading font family var custom font default font size var preset font size small letter spacing 0.01em margin .9375rem padding top .625rem position relative. Deployed resources include operators and supervisors, and large plow trucks. (Hochul denies the campaign contributions had anything to do with the purchase.). As a result of being under a State of Emergency, licensees are still prohibited from making any cold calls. Executive Order No. The two soon-to-lapse orders dont have anything to do with masking requirements or similar COVID precautions, which have largely been issued by the Department of Health or other state agencies since then-Gov. This page is available in other languages. Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. The governor renewing the executive order means her expanded spending and public health authority remains in effect along with it. While the governor has said her administration has been following the states contracting rules in recent months, she has faced criticism particularly from her Republican foes, including gubernatorial opponent Rep. Lee Zeldin for using her emergency powers to bypass them last winter. Janet Gramza. Governor Kathy Hochultoday declared a State of Emergency for the entire State of New York in advance of a significant winter weather system forecast to bring a mixed bag of hazards across the state beginning Thursday evening and continuing through Monday. As far as the second executive order regarding health care workers, Hammond said the worker shortage still exists, but thats a sign of a larger issue that should be dealt with on a more-permanent basis. William A. Barclay, minority leader in the state Assembly, tweeted his reaction to Hochul's executive order: "Gov. Gothamist is a website about New York City news, arts, events and food, brought to you by New York Public Radio. Make sure that your vehicle is clear of ice and snow; good vision is key to good driving. Kathy Hochul urging her administration to update the state's guidance and emergency regulations to reflect recent changes made . We want all New Yorkers to get where they need to go safely to celebrate the holidays with loved ones.". Kathy Hochul for letting New York's eviction ban expire at last. I want to make sure New Yorkers know that if circumstances change, I'll make sure that I have all the tools necessary to protect their health, she said. Kathy Hochul speaks to reporters after a ceremonial swearing-in ceremony at the state Capitol, Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Hans Pennink). Despite a drastic drop in COVID numbers, Gov. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. BATAVIA Gov. We have these finance laws for a reason. Andrew Cuomos broader-reaching emergency powers expired in 2021. The State's Emergency Operations Center will be opening Friday morning. New York Gov. He has twice earned the Walter T. Brown Memorial Award, an honor given annually by the Legislative Correspondents Association alumni for outstanding state government coverage. According to WIVB, Hochul said emergency powers were important during the pandemic to secure Covid testing kits, expand access to vaccinations, and more, but said Covid numbers have remained low. Kudos to Gov. For a complete list of weather watches, warnings, and advisories across New York, visit the. The legislature didnt give her this authority, nor should they. She knows this is not true. ", Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. We're feeling comfortable that we can suspend them. When New York was confronted with a rise in cases due to the Omicron surge at the end of last year, the State quickly took action to protect New Yorkers by distributing at-home tests to schools, nursing homes and adult-care facilities, local governments, and non-profits serving vulnerable populations, Lesswing said in a statement. Park visitors should check. The app provides motorists direct access to real-time traffic information, live traffic cameras, and navigation assistance while on the go. Cold Calling is still prohibited. Kathy Hochul will extend the state of emergency for the pandemic another month, her office said on Wednesday. Will she extend them? During this ongoing pandemic and amid emerging variants, the emergency order provides the state with flexibility to protect vulnerable New Yorkers, procure test kits to comply with updated CDC guidance and swiftly respond to urgent needs, a spokesman with Hochuls office said in a statement Friday. 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