State Senator Joe Griffo

In a letter to the governor, the group says property and livestock damage has occurred with many structures still at risk.

Republican Sen. Joe Griffo of Rome and Democrat Rachel May of Syracuse share some of their proposals, along with assemblymembers Bill Magnarelli and Al Stirpe. They also offer their thoughts on some of Governor Hochul's proposals.

Sen. Joe Griffo has been touring Rome and Canastota, two of the hardest-hit areas by Tuesday's severe storm.

The state budget is nearly two weeks late, with no end in sight. Lawmakers are expected back in Albany Monday to pass a fourth extender.

A spate of assaults against Jewish people in New York and New Jersey has caused one State Senator to renew his call for stiffer charges and punishment.…