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Robert Restaino
About Mayor Restaino

Dedicated Citizen.
Lifelong Resident.
Trusted Leader.

Bob has the experience and knowledge needed to continue to move our city forward.

Born and raised here in Niagara Falls, Bob Restaino has committed himself to community service throughout his life. Four years ago, if elected, Bob promised to bring fiscal accountability back to City Hall. Now, for the first time in years, the City has experienced two consecutive SURPLUS budgets and is no longer classified as a “Financially Distressed City” by New York State.  Mayor Restaino kept his promise!

Get to Know Robert Restaino

Bob Restaino was born and raised here in Niagara Falls. After graduating from Niagara Catholic and studying history and political science at NCCC and Niagara University for undergraduate studies, Bob completed law school at UB.

From the beginning, Bob always intended to stay and practice law in his hometown. After admission, he developed his legal practice based on a philosophy of honesty and hard work. Together with his wife, Diana, Bob embarked on a successful legal and judicial career in Niagara and Erie counties while raising his growing family.

In the spirit of community, Bob has volunteered and participated in many civic activities and community organizations over the years. He continues that civic engagement today, while also enjoying the occasional game of golf, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Education
1977

Graduate, Niagara Catholic High School

1979

Associate of Arts Degree, Niagara County Community College

1981

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Niagara University

1985

Juris Doctor Degree, University at Buffalo School of Law

Professional Licenses
1986

Admitted to practice law in New York State

1989

Admitted to practice law in District of Columbia

Professional History
2020 - present

Mayor, City of Niagara Falls

2016 - 2019

Assistant Attorney, Niagara County Department of Social Services

2016 - 2019

Law Advisor, Niagara Falls Police Department

1986 - present

Private general law practice

2008 - 2012

Special Assistant, Medicaid Inspector General, Medicaid Provider
Fraud, Niagara County

1996 - 2008

City Court Judge, Niagara Falls

2001 - 2008

Acting Judge, Niagara County Family Court

2001 - 2008

Acting Judge, Niagara County Court

1999 - 2005

Presiding Judge, Niagara Falls City Court Domestic Violence Court

2002 - 2005

Presiding Judge, Niagara Falls City Court Adult & Teenage
Opportunities for Non-Violence Education (A.T.O.N.E.)

2000 - 2001

Acting Judge, Buffalo City Court

1986 - 1995

Assistant Public Defender, Niagara County

Community Associations and Activities
Present

Member, Cristoforo Colombo Society

Member, Knights of Columbus

Member, Judges and Police Executives of Niagara County

Former

President, Niagara Falls Board of Education

Legal Counsel, Niagara Falls Library Board of Trustees

Board Member, Francis Center

Board Member, Health Association of Niagara County, Inc.

Board Member, Niagara Arts & Cultural Center

Board Member, Music School of Niagara

Board Member, DeFranco Public Charity for Education

Board Member, Niagara Catholic High School

Board Member, Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club

Board Member, Niagara Falls Public Library

Member, Friends of Local History

Member, Echo Club

Member, Polish Heritage Museum

Member, Italian Heritage Museum

Pine Avenue Business Association

March of Dimes of Western New York

American Heart Association

Make-A-Wish Foundation

Endorsements
Niagara County Democratic Committee

The Niagara County Democratic Committee has announced that Robert M. Restaino has received its endorsement for the office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.

Niagara County Conservative Party

The Niagara County Conservative Party has announced that Robert M. Restaino has received its endorsement for the office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls Police Patrolman and Detectives Union

The Niagara Falls Police Patrolman and Detectives Union endorses Robert M. Restaino for the Office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls Uniformed Fire Fighters Association Local 714

The Niagara Falls Uniformed Fire Fighters Association Local 714 endorses Robert M. Restaino for the Office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls Fire Officers Union

The Niagara Falls Fire Officers Union has endorsed Robert M. Restaino for the Office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.

The Niagara County Building & Construction Trades Council

The Niagara County Building Trades Council has endorsed Robert M. Restaino for the Office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.

Get to Know Robert Restaino

Niagara Falls needs a mayor who has known adversity, faced it head on and has triumphed against it.

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KIND ENDORSEMENTS

What Trusted Community Members Say About Bob

"The earnest responsiveness and reliability displayed throughout your term has proven to the men and women of this association your unrelenting devotion and commitment to supporting public safety. This included your administration's dynamic and visible management during the pandemic, solidifying the confidence of our members in your effective leadership."

Noah Masur | President, Niagara Falls Uniformed Fire Fighters Association Local 714

KIND ENDORSEMENTS

What Trusted Community Members Say About Bob

"We are looking forward to working with you for the continued betterment of the Western New York community"

Paul Brown | President, Niagara County Building & Construction Trades Council

KIND ENDORSEMENTS

What Trusted Community Members Say About Bob

"This union believes that you understand the problems facing not just the law enforcement issues in this City, but the policing problem that has plagued this country over the past few years"

Gabe Gonzalez | President, Niagara Falls Police Patrolman & Detectives Union

KIND ENDORSEMENTS

What Trusted Community Members Say About Bob

"Restaino's commitment offers hope for an underperforming city."

The Buffalo News

KIND ENDORSEMENTS

What Trusted Community Members Say About Bob

"I'd like to see all my friends, relatives and customers get behind Robert Restaino for Mayor."

Jim Page | Niagara Falls businessman

KIND ENDORSEMENTS

What Trusted Community Members Say About Bob

"A man with a record of getting things done. The citizens come first, and what's good for the city is Bob's priority."

Karen Cirrito-Centofanti | Niagara Falls resident

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