Assemblymember Rivera Facilitates Release of $2.9 Million in State Funding for Niagara Street Infrastructure Improvements
Jun 22, 2026
BUFFALO, NY — New York State Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera today announced that he has facilitated the release of $2.9 million in previously awarded state funding for critical infrastructure and streetscape improvements along Buffalo’s Niagara Street...
Assemblymember Rivera Secures $250,000 for Reconstruction of Historic Ralph Wilson Park Amphitheater
Jun 19, 2026
BUFFALO, NY — Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera today announced that he has secured $250,000 in state funding to support Ralph Wilson Parks Conservancy in its reconstruction of the historic Ralph Wilson Park Amphitheater, a centerpiece of Buffalo’s waterfront...
Assemblymember Rivera Announces Passage of Legislation to Advance Redevelopment of Historic Richardson Olmsted Campus
Jun 16, 2026
BUFFALO, NY — Joined by preservation advocates, New York State Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera today announced the passage of legislation (A10733) that authorizes the Commissioner of General Services, with the consent of the Commissioner of Mental Health,...
Assemblymember Rivera Announces $250,000 to Launch Bilingual Educator Pipeline Program at Buffalo State
Jun 15, 2026
BUFFALO, NY — Assemblymember Rivera announced that the Fiscal Year 2026-27 New York State Budget includes $250,000 to establish a bilingual educator pipeline program at Buffalo State University, a transformative initiative designed to prepare educators...
Assemblymember Rivera Secures $125,000 For Historic Edward M. Cotter Fireboat’s Transmission Replacement
Jun 8, 2026
BUFFALO, NY — New York State Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera today announced that he has secured $125,000 in state funding to replace the transmission on the historic Edward M. Cotter fireboat, ensuring the continued operation of one of Buffalo’s most...
Assemblymember Rivera Announces $100,000 Secured for Buffalo Waterkeeper Equipment, Instruments, and Field Supplies
May 1, 2026
BUFFALO, NY – Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper announced today $100,000 in state funding for the organization’s Riverwatch and RestoreCorps programs. The capital investment will provide laboratory supplies, transportation logistics...
Majority Leader Peoples-Stokes and Assemblymember Rivera Announce $400,000 in State Aid to Fund Upgrades at Two Neighborhood Health Center Clinics
Mar 20, 2026
BUFFALO, NY – New York State Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera today announced that they have secured $400,000 in state funding to support significant construction and infrastructure upgrades at Neighborhood...
Assemblymembers Advocate for State Budget to Include $250 Million Investment in Local Airports
Feb 27, 2026
Buffalo, NY – Assemblymember Jon Rivera, Assemblymember Patrick Chludzinski and representatives from Senator April Baskin’s office today announced a push to include $250 million in funding for a third round of the Upstate Airport Economic Development...
Rivera, Baskin Highlight Economic Benefits of Expanding Universal Childcare in Erie County
Feb 12, 2026
Buffalo, NY – New York State Senator April N.M. Baskin and Assemblymember Jonathan D. Rivera convened an Erie County childcare economic development roundtable today, bringing together providers, advocates, business leaders, and policy experts to examine...
Assemblymember Rivera And Senator Baskin Urge Peace Bridge Authority to Correct Design Flaws Leading to Accidental Border Visits
Jan 29, 2026
BUFFALO, NY – New York State Assemblymember Rivera and Senator April Baskin announced that they have sent a formal letter to the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority demanding immediate corrective action to address longstanding traffic design...
