Mark Poloncarz

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Former hockey coach, frustrated golfer, political and history nerd. Just a kid from Sunny LA (Lackawanna that is) who grew up to be Erie County's Executive.

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Yesterday, former President Trump couldn't pronounce Venezuela and said, "Putin, you know has so little respect for Obama," confusing who the current president is. Where is the media coverage, as if Joe Biden said it? No amount of makeup and hair dye can hide Trump's issues.

Just a quick observation about what's happening in America today and how the same people who were upset about Cracker Barrel changing its logo are not about the demolition of the White House's East Wing...

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It's nice and sunny....in Ohio. Sadly, I don't think it will be clear back home, but here in Ashtabula, Ohio there are hundreds at the Ohio Welcome Center. Totality is in about 45 minutes and already 25% of the sun has been eclipsed.

There is a blue wave cresting across our country. Turnout numbers are very high for early voting, surpassing prior midterm elections. People are exercising their power which will culminate on November 3. You can do your part: Go Vote!

I am pleased to announce that for the ninth consecutive year, my proposed Erie County budget will lower the county property tax rate—to $3.01 per $1,000 of assessed value, the lowest tax rate in modern county history. (1/3)

For those of you who are wondering why there is a driving/travel ban across most of Erie County, check out this video I just shot in the Town of Cheektowaga off of Walden Avenue. It's REALLY bad. This why we did not want thousands of vehicles trying to get to a football game.

Hi from DPW1 at the corner of Abbott Road and Southwestern Blvd. You should be able to see a stadium there but you can't because it's terrible out with snow falling at a rate of at least 3" an hour and winds still whipping. This is why there is still a driving ban. Be safe!

The asylum seekers who recently arrived from NYC are legally in this country and have been vetted by federal authorities. Jericho Road Community Health Center and other local organizations will be assisting them, as they have hundreds of others, in their quest to become citizens.

Out with Erie County DPW Commissioner Bill Geary checking conditions in Orchard Park near the stadium and they are very bad. It appears to be snowing at a rate of 3-5" an hour and complete whiteouts due to the wind. Please observe the driving ban. Snow is piling up quickly.

I'm in Seneca Falls at a #HandsOff Rally and there is a big crowd sending a message to President Trump that they will not stand by and let our democracy be destroyed. I talked to a few Republicans who angry with what is happening and that their Rep. Claudia Tenney is doing nothing.

I'm in our nation's capital with county leaders from across the country advocating for the reform of FEMA. FEMA has problems, and like the proverbial throwing the baby out with the bath water, it needs to reformed, not eliminated. NACo

I'm back on the ice skating 10 weeks and 4 days after my right knee replacement surgery and it feels great! It is awesome to be out at Rotary Rink again for the free ice skating in downtown Buffalo. Make sure you get out and enjoy our winters. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Good Morning from El Paso, Texas! I'm here with a group of NACo Digital Team &amp; NYSAC colleagues touring entry points into the US and how migrants and asylum seekers are processed upon entry. Currently I'm at Paso del Notre entry point, one of the busiest entry points to the US.

The fire at the Paul William Beltz Building in downtown has increased dramatically. Fire fighters were pulled from the building. Church Street is completely closed. Rath Building is still open but we suggest NOT coming down at this time.

Air quality in Buffalo and Erie County is very unhealthy due to Canadian wildfire smoke. We have brought county Parks and DPW crews indoors. Please limit time outside &amp; consider wearing a mask, especially if you have asthma or a heart or lung condition.

I'm in Washington, DC for a Disaster Reform Task Force Meeting but all anyone is talking about is the freeze of our money by the Trump administration. States are locked out of the Medicaid system and other programs, like grants for seniors meals and rides, are frozen.

Erie County’s hospitality suite at the new Highmark Stadium belongs to the people. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations serving Erie County residents can now apply for a chance to receive tickets through a lottery process. Learn more and apply:

Our Erie County DPW crews are hard at work across the county improving our roadways. I stopped by with cold drinks as a small token of appreciation for the men and women keeping these projects moving. Their work makes our roads safer and better for everyone.

I'm out this sunny Sunday carrying petitions to get myself and other Democrats on the ballot. In NY you can only get on the ballot through petitioning. If someone comes to your door asking for you to sign for candidates, please sign their petitions. This is how democracy works!

Good Morning from El Paso, Texas! I'm here with a group of NACo Digital Team & NYSAC colleagues touring entry points into the US and how migrants and asylum seekers are processed upon entry. Currently I'm at Paso del Notre entry point, one of the busiest entry points to the US.

Air quality in Buffalo and Erie County is very unhealthy due to Canadian wildfire smoke. We have brought county Parks and DPW crews indoors. Please limit time outside & consider wearing a mask, especially if you have asthma or a heart or lung condition.