News Director Terry Frank welcomes in Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund for the first time in 2026 to discuss the past year... and, look forward to 2026. We first discuss the first City Council meetings of 2026, which includes four new councilmembers, and a new Council President. She told the newcomers to not be afraid to ask questions, and listen to how government operates, along with the "rules' of dealing with contract negotiations, and litigation. She adds the New York State Conference of Mayors also sends material to new lawmakers, and guides them to their website to also get answers. We also discuss New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's State of the State Address... and, the need to address Aid and Incentives to Municipalities -- also known at "AIM" which she says hasn't been increased in several years. However... she was happy to see the governor say she would like to see a review and update of "antiquated" language in state laws and regulations. We also discuss the coming year... with Congressman Nick Langworthy's announcement of securing 1.25-million in federal funding to deal with flooding issues in maintenance channels along the outlet for the Chadakoin River. We also discuss potential new development coming in the new year.
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