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This episode features a conversation on Senate Bill 6956 (Ryan)/Assembly Bill 8720 (Stirpe), which would raise the earnings cap for retired public employees who return to work in public service, increasing the limit from $35,000 to $50,000. NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire is joined by Tom Tatun, Executive Director of the Retired Public Employees Association to discuss how this legislation can help address urgent workforce shortages while supporting retirees who are ready to step back into public service.

On this segment of "Real Talk", the Ring Gang crew weigh in on the NYSAC decision on the draw verdict for Tank vs Lamont Roach

On this segment of "Real Talk", the Ring Gang crew weigh in on the NYSAC decision on the draw verdict for Tank vs Lamont Roach

00:05:30- Dana White/ TKO & Turki Alalshikh partnership with new boxing league 00:10:24- Does Canelo and Crawford possibly sign with Turki Alalshikh & Dana White/ TKO for their possible mega-fight in September 2025 in Las Vegas 00:16:40 Turki Alalshikh & Dana White/ TKO signing developmental fighters and/or marquis fighters 00:23:07 Ring Magazine & Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Press conferences LA & NYC 00:26:44 Teofimo Lopez's disturbing behavior; Naji from Cigar Talks approaches Teofimo Lopez about his behavior 00:37:21 Bill Haney goes off on Todd Grisham live on the broadcast 00:39:49 Canelo vs. Scull presser/ Turki Alalshikh refuses to display WBC, WBA, WBO & IBF belts during face-off for their undisputed fight 00:43:55 Gervonta Davis keeps his draw against Lamont Roach 00:44:28 Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 on an ALL-FEMALE card live on Netflix  

We're back off the weekend to recap the women's unified welterweight title showdown in London and we have an American Olympic prospect ready to make his pro debut with us, as well as, fight news and some Ali-Frazier nostalgia on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to go over it all.First, it's a recap of the Boxxer main event from Friday in London, as Lauren Price won over Natasha Jonas and unifies the WBC/IBF/WBA/IBO women's welterweight crowns. Price was younger, faster and better. What's her future?They also recap the ProBox main event from Saturday in Long Beach, Calif. with featherweight Joet Gonzalez decisioning Arnold Khegai in close, exciting finish to a 10 round bout  Next, we have previews for the Wednesday No Limit Boxing main event in Sydney, Australia: Brock Jarvis meets former unified welterweight champ, Keith Thurman over 10 rounds in a junior middleweight main event. There are big plans for Thurman after this, but does he have anything left after another long layoff?Then, on Thursday it's the Teiken Promotions main event in Tokyo: with Kenshiro Teraji taking on Seigo Yuri Akui for the WBC/WBA flyweight unification. This should be an all action battle with Teraji being a huge fan favorite, as well.Then, hear from Omari Jones, who turns pro with Matchroom Boxing on DAZN on March 15 card in his hometown of Orlando, Florida, This is on the Ammo Williams-Patrice Volny main event with Edgard Berlanaga in the co-feature  Then, some news:The NYSAC on Friday declined to overturn Tank Davis-Lamont Roach result and the draw will stand. The guys have takes. Also, Canelo Alvarez and the unknown William Scull met the media in NY on Thursday for the kickoff presser of the May bout that Canelo could sleep walk through. And, also, heavyweights Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole will fight on the May 3rd on the Canelo-Scull undercard. The bout just wont be an IBF eliminator like it was supposed to be when it was on May 2 on the Times Square card.  We wrap with Nostalgia:March 8, 1971 – 54 years ago on Saturday – Smokin' Joe Frazier defeats the Greatest Muhammad Ali at famed Madison Square Garden. Arguably, it's the biggest fight in boxing history. There's lots to go over.March 9, 2013 — 12 years ago Sunday – Bernard Hopkins Hopkins outpointed Tavoris Cloud to win the IBF light heavyweight world title to, at 48, become the oldest fighter in boxing history to win a world title. That broke the record he set at age 46 with his historic light heavyweight title victory over Jean Pascal. We reminisce.

We're back off the weekend to recap the women's unified welterweight title showdown in London and we have an American Olympic prospect ready to make his pro debut with us, as well as, fight news and some Ali-Frazier nostalgia on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to go over it all.First, it's a recap of the Boxxer main event from Friday in London, as Lauren Price won over Natasha Jonas and unifies the WBC/IBF/WBA/IBO women's welterweight crowns. Price was younger, faster and better. What's her future?They also recap the ProBox main event from Saturday in Long Beach, Calif. with featherweight Joet Gonzalez decisioning Arnold Khegai in close, exciting finish to a 10 round bout  Next, we have previews for the Wednesday No Limit Boxing main event in Sydney, Australia: Brock Jarvis meets former unified welterweight champ, Keith Thurman over 10 rounds in a junior middleweight main event. There are big plans for Thurman after this, but does he have anything left after another long layoff?Then, on Thursday it's the Teiken Promotions main event in Tokyo: with Kenshiro Teraji taking on Seigo Yuri Akui for the WBC/WBA flyweight unification. This should be an all action battle with Teraji being a huge fan favorite, as well.Then, hear from Omari Jones, who turns pro with Matchroom Boxing on DAZN on March 15 card in his hometown of Orlando, Florida, This is on the Ammo Williams-Patrice Volny main event with Edgard Berlanaga in the co-feature  Then, some news:The NYSAC on Friday declined to overturn Tank Davis-Lamont Roach result and the draw will stand. The guys have takes. Also, Canelo Alvarez and the unknown William Scull met the media in NY on Thursday for the kickoff presser of the May bout that Canelo could sleep walk through. And, also, heavyweights Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole will fight on the May 3rd on the Canelo-Scull undercard. The bout just wont be an IBF eliminator like it was supposed to be when it was on May 2 on the Times Square card.  We wrap with Nostalgia:March 8, 1971 – 54 years ago on Saturday – Smokin' Joe Frazier defeats the Greatest Muhammad Ali at famed Madison Square Garden. Arguably, it's the biggest fight in boxing history. There's lots to go over.March 9, 2013 — 12 years ago Sunday – Bernard Hopkins Hopkins outpointed Tavoris Cloud to win the IBF light heavyweight world title to, at 48, become the oldest fighter in boxing history to win a world title. That broke the record he set at age 46 with his historic light heavyweight title victory over Jean Pascal. We reminisce.

On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about the aftermath of the Tank Davis - Lamont Roach fight.  The NYSAC has taken a look at the footage and come up with a decision.  What's going to happen?  We'll let you know right here.  All this and the latest boxing news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.

Billy C gives his reasons why he feels that the Davis-Roach fight result is clearly Ref Steve Willis and the NYSAC's fault. He also gives his thoughts on the debate on returning Championship fights to 15 rounds, plus the latest boxing news and more!

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” react to NFL teams calling Shadeur arrogant and brash, Jimmy Johnson retiring after 31 years and the NYSAC reviewing the Tank vs Roach kneel down. A high schooler also pulls a Draymond & much more!05:30 - NFL team calls Shedeur Sanders brash 19:55 - Quinn Ewers23:45 - Sammy Sosa viral picture 28:49 - High schooler pulls Draymond move 30:51 - Kneeling review from Tank vs. Roach36:00 - Q&Ayyyy(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)#Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Director's Cut episode features a conversation on celebrations planned for NYSAC's centennial year in 2025. NYSAC Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Benjamin Boykin II, Westchester County legislator and President of NYSAC to discuss upcoming events, historic research, and a vision of the past 100 years of service to counties. 

For our last episode of the year, NYSAC's Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Joseph Rulison, CEO and Co-Founder of three+one. This episode provides a financial outlook for county leaders, and a forecast for the year ahead in 2025.   

This episode features a conversation with NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz and Benjamin Boykin II, Westchester County Legislator and President of NYSAC. This conversation focuses on his path to county government leadership, planning for centennial celebrations in 2025, and what's in store for county advocacy in New York State over the year ahead.

This episode features a conversation on NYSAC's County Government Institute, a certification and education program for New York State's county officials. Through rigorous coursework and training, CGI equips county officials with the tools to govern effectively, engage in constructive civic discussions, and address local needs. Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz is joined by Stephen Acquario, NYSAC Executive Director, and Jeanette Stanziano, Director of Education and Training.

Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) It's Friday - time to crack a beer and talk some boxing! Ryan Garcia set the boxing world ablaze over the July 4th holiday with inappropriate comments he made on social media. The fallout was so bad that the WBC "expelled" Garcia from their origination. All of this after recently being suspended by the NYSAC for PEDS use. Is Ryan Garcia a villain? Is he a victim? Or is he a little bit of both in certain ways? We'll also have some Pound-for-Pound talk regarding Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez and more! https://youtube.com/live/4ZM1oy4t-N0

This episode features a conversation on providing mental health services in a rural community. NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz is joined by Sarah Nies, , Director of the Schoharie County Office of Community Services, and Co-Chair of CLMHD's Mental Health Committee.

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This episode features a conversation on efforts to advance county priorities coming up on the end of the state legislative session. You'll hear from Ryan Gregoire and Dave Lucas from NYSAC's Legislative team as they discuss NYSAC's legislative program and key concerns on the horizon.  

Order Fury vs. Usyl on PPV.COM and join Chris and Dan in the live, interactive chat! https://bit.ly/3UvDQHd (0:00) - Intro (3:00) - Jermall Charlo stripped of title after DWI (9:03) - NYSAC director steps down amid Garcia drug testing (13:51) - Shakur Stevenson is back on 7/6 in Newark (18:24) - Will Shakur and Gervonta fight? (23:55) Vasiliy Lomachenko vs. George Kambosos preview (33:07) - Can Lomachenko become undisputed at 135? (35:55) - Can Kambosos pull off the upset? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Order Fury vs. Usyl on PPV.COM and join Chris and Dan in the live, interactive chat! https://bit.ly/3UvDQHd (0:00) - Intro (3:00) - Jermall Charlo stripped of title after DWI (9:03) - NYSAC director steps down amid Garcia drug testing (13:51) - Shakur Stevenson is back on 7/6 in Newark (18:24) - Will Shakur and Gervonta fight? (23:55) Vasiliy Lomachenko vs. George Kambosos preview (33:07) - Can Lomachenko become undisputed at 135? (35:55) - Can Kambosos pull off the upset? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features a conversation on NACo's Artificial Intelligence Exploratory Committee and considerations for county officials on this revolutionary technology. NYSAC's Deputy Mark LaVigne is joined by Matt Chase, NACo's Executive Director, Seamus Dowdall, NACo Associate Legislative Director, and Stephen Acquario, NYSAC's Executive Director.  They discuss practical applications, policy considerations, and preparations for the integration of generative artificial intelligence in county government operations.

New York Counties are urgently calling for action to address the migrant crisis that continues to unfold at the southern border of the United States. Joining NYSAC's Executive Director Stephen Acquario to discuss their recent visit to the southern border are Daniel McCoy, Albany County Executive and President of NYSAC, along with Steve Neuhaus, Orange County Executive and President of the NYS County Executives' Association.

Michael Bisping and Mike Harrington discuss Anthony Smith getting added to UFC 301 along with Steve Erceg in a tile fight with Alexandre Pantoja and the return of Jose Aldo against Jonathan Martinez and the rest of the card, Mike Tyson showing his form while in the gym training, Conor McGregor asking for not one but two fight dates in 2024, Ryan Garcia threatening to sue the NYSAC for making him take a mental health exam, Paddy Pimblett calling for Renato Moicano and so much more!Support Our SponsorsEight Sleep - eightsleep.com/bisping and get $200 off plus free shipping on the Pod CoverShopify - https://www.shopify.com/believe Follow the link (all lower case) for a 2 week free trial of the No.1 eCommerce platform for all businessesBioptimizer - http://bioptimizers.com/bym for a gift with your purchase, In addition to the discount you get by using promo code BYM10Believe You Me is available for early pre release on GaS Digital Network every Monday and Thursday. Sign-up with code BYM to get access to the archives, bonus content and more! https://gasdigital.com/Follow the show on social media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/BYMPodSubscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3drq6psFollow the hosts on social:Michael Bisping Twitter https://twitter.com/bispingMichael Bisping Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikebisping/Michael Bisping YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDrG2_1TcVkXKXXsD6KjwigWebsite https://gasdigitalnetwork.com/gdn-show-channels/believe-you-me/Mike's debut book "Quitters Never Win" is available wherever books are sold, click here to get a copy! https://bit.ly/2V9ZqDkAnthony Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/lionheartasmithAnthony Smith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lionheartasmith/Follow the team on social:Brian MacKay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmackayisrightBrian MacKay Twitter: https://twitter.com/bmackayisrightMike Harrington Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMHarringtonMike Harrington Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themharringtonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Order Thurman-Tszyu with PPV.com and join us in the live chat! https://bit.ly/3P8W4fV (0:00) - Intro (0:42) - New PPV.com partnership! (3:15) - William Zepeda blitzes Maxi Hughes (9:55) - Most exciting fighters today (16:45) - Floyd Schofield wins via DQ (20:44) - Shakur Stevenson has a return date (26:55) - Is Ryan Garcia trolling or mentally unfit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Order Thurman-Tszyu with PPV.com and join us in the live chat! https://bit.ly/3P8W4fV (0:00) - Intro (0:42) - New PPV.com partnership! (3:15) - William Zepeda blitzes Maxi Hughes (9:55) - Most exciting fighters today (16:45) - Floyd Schofield wins via DQ (20:44) - Shakur Stevenson has a return date (26:55) - Is Ryan Garcia trolling or mentally unfit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features a conversation on what county officials need to know about GASB 96 lease standard implementation. NYSACs Director of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs Dave Lucas Tim Doyle and Keeley Ann Hines from NYSAC's partner The Bonadio Group. They discuss what GASB 87 and 96 are, how they will affect financial reporting, and advice for the implementation and continuous monitoring of these standards. The Bonadio Group has compiled a Best Practices document, which you can find on their website.

This episode features a conversation about the innovative steps Erie County has taken to ensure mental health care reaches communities in need and is incorporated into first aid and disaster response. NYSAC's Legislative/Policy Coordinator Alex Regan is joined by Arica Rouse from Erie County's Office of Health Equity, as well as Sarah Bonk from the Erie County Department of Mental Health. They discuss what mental health first aid training entails, how to create accessible conversations around mental health, and how to implement trauma-informed care into county operations. You can find both the Office of Health Equity Newsletters and County Health Equity Report on Erie County's website.

Pro Wrestling historian Karl Stern continues his look at the history of professional wrestling in a rotating series of classic pro wrestling podcasts. Today's theme returns to the history of wrestling at Madison Square Garden in New York City, NY, one of the most famous arenas in the world. We are up to 1928 in the series (which can be found here) and the New York State Athletic Commission is fed up with all this fakery and orders matches in New York to stop billing themselves as contests despite the fact that the President of the NYSAC is a former pro wrestler who worked a share of matches himself.

This episode features a conversation with Dan McCoy, Albany County Executive and President of NYSAC. This conversation focuses on his path to county government leadership, how his experience in the military and as a first responder continues to shape his public service, and what's in store for county advocacy in New York State over the year ahead.

We had the head man from GAMMA on to break down some of the rules of mma and why NYSAC doesn't oversee mma in NY. Than we get into some Guardian Angels stories and how he manages everything in his life.

For our first episode of the new year, NYSAC's Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Joseph Rulison, CEO and Co-Founder of three + one. This episode provide a financial outlook for county leaders, and predictions on short-term interest rates and inflation as we start up in 2024.

We continue our chronological exploration of the history of pro wrestling at MSG in New York City. We continue into the 1920s and have been discussing the saga of Tex Rickard and how he had taken over the pro wrestling scene. However, he runs into legal trouble and it threatens not only pro wrestling but boxing as well. Also, the Zbyszko brothers continue their run as top stars and the NYSAC continues to be a problem.

This episode features a snapshot from our legislative team on the county impact from the 2023 State Legislative Session. NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire is joined by NYSAC Counsel Patrick Cummings for the conversation.

We are joined by  @GFunkyBoxing  On DAZN...Regis Prograis won a competitive twelve-round decision over Danielito Zorrilla on DAZN in his hometown for his first WBC world title defense in his second run as a world champion, after winning the vacant world title over Jose “Chon” Zepeda. What is next for Regis? Thoughts on the show? The performance? Also, the maturity of fight fans, and the people in the industry at large - are we too divided and not even a sport?The co-main event saw Shakhram Giyasov win a twelve-round unanimous decision over Harold Calderon. Giyasov is now the WBA welterweight mandatory challenger with the win. Two upsets occurred on this card, as Alejandra Guzman knocked out Ramla Ali and Xavier Madrid got a split-decision win over Aaron Aponte. In other notable fights, Ginny Fuchs won an eight-round decision and Jeremy Hill won in a homecoming bout to start the DAZN telecast. On Showtime...Tim Tszyu continues to look like a star, as he beats Carlos Ocampo.Sam Goodman defeated Ra'eese Aleem, now the #1 contender for the IBF super bantamweight title held by Marlon Tapales.  -ProBox TV card. Saul Sanchez gets a huge stoppage win over a very tough Franklin Gonzalez, what is the ceiling for Sanchez at this point? Jonhathan Cardoso stops Oscar Alvarez Jr., in a wild fight - observations and thoughts. -U.K Thoughts 2020 Olympic Super heavyweight Frazer Clarke got a win over Mariusz Wach, other winners on that card, Caroline Dubois, an Olympian and the sister of Daniel Dubois and Aaron McKenna, a former Golden Boy Promotions prospect also won on that card. - News- ProBox TV News first reported that Deontay Wilder and Devin Haney will sign with Skills Challenge Entertainment, following the lead of Oleksandr Usyk.- Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr.'s two-day press tour further differences between the two fighters. Spence wants to use his platform to help other fighters, and Crawford sounds like Michael Jordan focused on the legacy. -Teofimo Lopez gave up the WBO junior welterweight world title or did he? -Canelo will fight either Jermall Charlo or Badou Jack in September…thoughtsNext WeekThe biggest fight of the weekend will be Edgar Berlanga, the undefeated knockout artist who had sixteen first-round KOs making his debut with his new promoter, Matchroom Boxing, after coming off a suspension last year from the NYSAC after biting his opponent. Here is a list of the fight we are most excited about.-Edgar Berlanga vs. Jason Quigley, [168 lbs]Reshat Mati vs. Dakota Linger, [140 lbs]Adam Kownacki vs. Joe Cusumano, [heavyweight]Khalil Coe vs. Buneet Bisla, 8 rounds, [175 lbs]Yankiel Rivera Figueroa vs. Christian Robles, [112 lbs]Harley Mederos vs. Pedro Vicente Scharbaai, [135 lbs]Pablo Valdez vs. Demian Daniel Fernandez, [147 lbs]Showtime will feature a show with a WBC middleweight interim title topping the card as the interim champion, Carlos Adames will fight former unified 154 lbs champion Julian Williams in Minnesota. The card is evenly matched but might lack some of the star-power fight fans who tune in for big fights and only need to watch from start to finish.Carlos Adames vs. Julian Williams, [160 lbs - WBC interim middleweight title]Erickson Lubin vs. Luis Arias, [154 lbs]Fernando Martinez vs. Jade Bornea, [115 lbs - IBF super flyweight world titleOff-TV, somehow Joshua Franco will rematch Kazuto Ioka in a super flyweight unification bout in Japan. The bout will see Franco putting his WBA title on the line and Ioka putting his WBO title up. It is a rematch of their bout from December 31st, 2022, Michael Hunter fights on a Michael Reyes club show, and Tevin Farmer will return in a club show in Philly. We have on Friday night on thompsonboxing.com and Thompson Boxing's YouTube channel the following bout. Jesus Saracho vs. Tarik Zaina, 10 rounds, junior welterweights[Photo Credit: Tim Tszyu photo by Esther Lin / Showtime, and Regis Prograis photo Ed Mulholland/Matchroom]Skip Ahead-timestamps-0:00 Intro0:10 Regis Prograis fight16:00 undercard thoughts including Ramla Ali KO19:45 Tim Tszyu fighter of the year28:00 small show results29:10 Wilder and Haney to Skills 33:00 Spence v. Crawford35:00 Canelo vs Charlo40:30 Teofimo vacates title 43:00 Edgar Berlanga on DAZN Saturday48:00 undercard 54:00 Carlos Adames vs Julian Williams 56:40 undercard 01:02:30 Ioka vs Franco

This episode features a conversation on a top county legislative priority of ensuring EMS coverage and funding. Joining NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire for the conversation is Meg Kennedy, a member of the Otsego County Board of Representatives and NYSAC's Board of Directors, as well as PJ Keeler, Columbia County Treasurer and EMS Coordinator.

This episode features a round-table discussion from our recent ABCs of Cybersecurity webinar that provides elected local leaders an understanding of what to prioritize and where to focus limited resources to protect residents and government systems against cyber threats. NYSAC's Deputy Director Mark LaVigne is joined by Justin DePalmo, Vice President, and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) and Dr. John Sahlin, Director of Cyber Solutions for GDIT Defense Division.

This episode features a briefing for county leaders on the status of the New York state executive budget,  items of concern for local governments, and opportunities for continued advocacy. NYSAC's Executive Director Stephen Acquario leads the briefing, and is accompanied by NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire, and Deputy Director Mark LaVigne.

This episode analyzes a proposal in Governor Hochul's recently released 2024 Executive Budget that would end the longstanding practice of sharing federal Medicaid funding with counties. This unprecedented state policy shift would require local taxpayers to pay up to $1 billion in new Medicaid costs by pocketing Enhanced Federal Medical Assistance Program (eFMAP) funds that were earmarked to go directly to local governments to help hold property taxes down. NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire is joined by our very own Dave Lucas, Director of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs to break down the situation and provide a clear explanation of why NYSAC is urging Governor Hochul to reconsider this proposal. 

This episode features a conversation with Assemblyman Fred Thiele, who represents the 1st assembly district and also serves as the Chairman of the Assembly Local Governments Committee. NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire and Assemblyman Thiele discuss what's in store for the 2023 legislative session and SFY 24 state budget, as well as fostering relationships with newly elected legislators and his history in local government. Our thanks at NYSAC go to our sponsor, PERMA.

In this episode,  NYSAC Counsel Patrick Cummings talks with Patricia Warth, Director of the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services about the county role in ensuring every New Yorker has an adequate legal defense. They also discuss one of NYSAC's top priorities for 2023 Legislative Session – securing state funding for any increase in hourly pay rates for 18-b indigent defense attorneys. Our thanks at NYSAC go to our sponsor, AssuredPartners

For our first episode of the new year, NYSAC's Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Joseph Rulison, CEO and Co-Founder of three + one. This episode provide a financial outlook for county leaders, and predictions on short-term interest rates and inflation as we head into 2023. Our thanks at NYSAC go to our sponsor, NY MuniTrust

This episode features a panel discussion from a recent webinar NYSAC hosted on “How to Modernize Your County's Annual Budget Process,” by increasing the efficiency of collecting requests, creating budgets, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders. This webinar provided an opportunity to introduce our new strategic partner ClearGov and its powerful, easy-to-use Budget Cycle Management suite. Rob Battaglia, Senior New York Market Development Executive, at ClearGov leads the panel discussion with Orange County Budget Director Deborah Slesinski and Orange County Deputy Budget Director Gretchen Riordan.

This episode features a conversation on Saratoga County's EMT Career Pathway Pilot Program. Designed as a first step in filling a need for future and current first responders, the program is a community-based collaboration for high school students.  NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz is joined by Jenniffer McCloskey, Director of Saratoga County's Employment and Training Department. Our thanks at NYSAC go to our sponsor, PERMA.

This episode features a conversation with NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz and Michael Zurlo, Clinton County Administrator and President of NYSAC. We'll hear about his path to county government leadership, the unique community of Clinton County in New York's north country, and what's in store for his presidential term at the Association.

As we're coming up to the end of the year, this episode features a recap of county advocacy and achievements over the span of 2022, and what's on the horizon heading into 2023. NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire joins Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz to discuss outcomes from federal and state elections, key outcomes from this past legislative session, and NYSAC's top priorities for continued advocacy.

We have so much to be thankful for at NYSAC, especially our membership of dedicated county officials across the state of New York. This episode features some familiar voices from our staff, as we detail what we are each grateful for this year. Happy Thanksgiving to the county family, and best wishes throughout this holiday season.

Last week voters passed the Clean Air, Clean Water and Green Jobs Bond Act. The bond act will fund flood reduction, wastewater and stormwater upgrades, park preservation, and green infrastructure and renewable energy projects to fight climate change. In light of this historic investment, we've revisited a conversation held earlier this year with NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz and Jessica Ottney Mahar, Director of Policy & Strategy at The Nature Conservancy to dive into details about the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Green Jobs Bond Act. Our thanks go to NYSAC's sponsor, the New York Power Authority.

Earlier this fall, Melinda Mack joined NYSAC's Communications Manager Tom Oldfather for a cross-over episode focused on the state of New York State's workforce,. This included potential solutions for training programs and workforce initiatives for county and municipal employers.

This episode highlights Operation Green Light, an initiative that raises awareness for the challenges faced by veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state, and federal level to assist veterans and their families. Joining NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz is NYSAC's Legislative Director Ryan Gregoire, and Rachel Mackey, the National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Director for Human Services and Education, as well as Liaison to the Veterans and Military Services Committee.

We pick over UFC Long Island where we cornered Ms. Jessica Penne. So we share some thoughts on all that and then we also discuss:- Getting old and not knowing who famous TikTok-ers are- Why the NYSAC has such weird idiosyncrasies- Breeding heavyweights for competition- That one sandwich shop within a reasonable walking distance of the hotel...and some other stuff