Mayor declares state of emergency

Statement from Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino regarding declaration of local state of emergency

Niagara Falls, NY – “As a result of the failure once again by the City Council to approve funding for various public safety measures related to the deteriorating conditions of roadways and blighted properties, I have signed an order declaring a local state of emergency.

“The Council’s dereliction of duty to protect the health and safety of the residents and taxpayers is inexcusable.

“Unpaved roads and the blight created by abandoned properties pose a threat not only to our residents, but also to the members of our police and fire departments.

“The Council’s inability to uphold their constitutionally sworn responsibilities leaves me no other option but to decare a state of emergency.”