Yonkers Insider: Statement from New York State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh 90th District.

 

Friends,

Utility Customers in Yonkers and across New York State have coped with inaction from the Public Service Commission for far too long. Like many of you, I'm frustrated by a Public Service Commission that is slow to protect and advocate on behalf of consumers but eager to raise rates and do the bidding of utility companies. That is why I introduced legislation to require utilities to improve their communications during outages, specifically to make sure every police and fire station and every ambulance corp is considered a priority for restoring service. So long as the Public Service Commission continues to drag their feet, I will continue to advocate for consumers in the Assembly by advancing legislation and calling on the Commission to freeze any rate hikes. We cannot expect these first responders to handle emergencies with their usual professionalism if the lights, internet and phone are out of service for days. My legislation sets a bench mark of 24 hours to restore service. Additionally, my concern for Seniors and others who rely on in-home life support equipment must also be a priority, not an afterthought that falls through the cracks. I am pleased to report the two bills I moved through the legislation, engaging with members of the Minority Party and the Governor's Legal staff is complete and the Governor is expected to sign these bills in the next ten days.

Nader J. Sayegh NYS Assemblyman 90th District-Yonkers