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Governor Cuomo continues to show his commitment to Western New York and specifically to the development of Niagara Falls. On Wednesday the Governor announced the fantastic news that the City has been awarded $10 dollars from the New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative. As I have stated, strong partnerships between the various levels of government...

Thank you, again, to everyone who volunteered, walked with me, offered your opinions and advice, put up a lawn sign and most importantly, came out to vote. It’s only with your help that we move that much closer to bringing real change to Niagara Falls! In accordance with the city ordinance, we are collecting our...

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The Niagara County Building Trades Council has endorsed Robert M. Restaino for Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls. We look for forward to working with you to help move the City of Niagara Falls forward.

The Electricians Union, IBEW Local 237 is endorsing Robert M. Restaino for the Office of Mayor for the City of Niagara Falls, New York.

The New England Regional Council of Carpenters Western Region has endorsed Robert M. Restaino for Mayor of Niagara Falls.

The United Auto Workers Region 9 Western New York Community Action Program (CAP) Council has endorsed Robert M. Restaino for Mayor of Niagara Falls.

In recent days our city has experienced an increase in criminal activity all throughout the city. City Hall politicians have rushed to suggest all sorts of solutions just so they can be part of the story. None of the comments have taken account of the dismal financial situation of the city and how that situation...

Thank you to all of our tireless volunteers who passed petitions. With your help we gathered over 1800 signatures! Bob looks forward to continuing the conversation with folks about how to bring real and effective change to city government throughout the spring. Thank you for all of your support, and don’t forget, Primary Day is...

During the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, over half of the population of Niagara County lived in Niagara Falls. The construction trades, chemical and carbon manufacturing, and retail and business services drove the economy and provided living-wage employment for people throughout the area. By 1950, there were seven companies based in Niagara Falls that employed over...

As part of the political process, Robert Restaino must receive your signatures in order to appear on the Democratic Primary Ballot this June 25. As a result, volunteers from the Restaino For Mayor campaign will be out in our City neighborhoods collecting signatures between February 26 and April 1, 2019. Volunteers will be residents within...

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. Our party strongly believes that Robert’s professional skill will serve the city well. In announcing the endorsement, Chairman Daniel Weiss stated, “Mr. Restaino has shown his ability to work...

“The Independence Party of Niagara County has every confidence that Robert Restaino will be an effective leader for the City of Niagara Falls.”   The Independence Party of Niagara County has endorsed Robert M. Restaino for the Office of Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.   Chairperson Susan Agnello-Eberwein stated, “Mr. Restaino has the...

Restoring Trust in Goverment As I continue to present my platform of collaborative government, I will focus on the necessary elements of this concept that are critical for its success. In my last article, I explained why a genuine sense of “community” was the first element necessary to be developed in a collaborative approach to...

One persistent question that is often debated by the under-40 year old generation in many communities just like Niagara Falls is simply:  “Is it time to move?” Conventional wisdom seems to imply that if the jobs are more plentiful and the quality of life more appealing somewhere else then the answer is to leave. Last...

As we close out the 2018 – 2019 school year, I have been reflecting on all of the programs the Niagara Falls City School District (NFCSD) has to give our students every opportunity to succeed and lead productive lives once their school days are over. Many of our pupils whose families are struggling financially need...

In recent days our city has experienced an increase in criminal activity all throughout the city. City Hall politicians have rushed to suggest all sorts of solutions just so they can be part of the story. None of the comments have taken account of the dismal financial situation of the city and how that situation...

Following are Bob’s complete thoughts on the issue of development in this election.

Following are Bob’s complete thoughts on the issue of collaborative government in this election.

Following are Bob’s complete thoughts on the issue of budget in this election.

Following are Bob’s complete thoughts on the issue of transparency in this election.