As we progress through the 2024 legislative session, I wanted to share some of the impactful work happening right here in the New York State Assembly, efforts aimed at making our community stronger, safer, and more affordable. Boosting our Economy: The...

This week, I had the privilege of leading a group of county and state officials, along with esteemed stakeholders, on a comprehensive tour of the MiSci museum facility right here in Schenectady. Our goal was simple yet vital: to assess the current state...

This week, we marked a momentous occasion as we gathered at the groundbreaking of the Mosaic Apartments, an innovative project set to transform Schenectady’s Mont Pleasant neighborhood. Standing on the construction site, I could envision the two-building...

In the ever-evolving landscape of workforce development, the need for accessible and targeted training has never been more critical. As a civil engineer by trade and someone deeply invested in our community progress, I’m thrilled to share a groundbreaking...

As the chill of the winter season settles in, concerns about heating costs start to weigh heavily on many households. In light of these worries, it’s important to highlight resources like the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) in New York that aim...

This week, I had the privilege to attend and participate in the inaugural Small Business Awards Day program at Proctors Theatre in the heart of our beloved City of Schenectady. It was a significant milestone as we came together to applaud the resilience,...

As Halloween approaches, we’re all eagerly gearing up for the spookiest night of the year. While this holiday is a favorite for many, it’s essential to ensure that it’s not only fun but safe for everyone in our community. To help everyone have a...

There is exciting news to share that promises to reshape our city and leave a lasting mark on Central Park. As a civil engineer by trade and a long-time member of the New York State Assembly’s Committee on Energy, I couldn’t be more thrilled to announce...

Get ready for a quacking good time as my son, Michael and I, host the highly anticipated Annual Duck Derby for Autism. This fantastic event is set to take place amidst the excitement of the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region’s Walk for Autism...

Irrespective of where you live, the issue of food insecurity is a prominent challenge faced by many families. Statistics from Feeding America, a nonprofit organization, reveal that approximately 16,000 individuals in Schenectady County alone are grappling...

In the heart of the City of Schenectady School District, a groundbreaking educational concept is taking root, and it’s called Big Picture Schenectady. This innovative satellite high school is reshaping traditional education by embracing a philosophy...

The second annual 518 Common Unity Cup commenced in style at Martin Luther King Elementary School in Schenectady, coinciding with the city’s National Night Out celebration. With the aim of promoting community cohesion and active engagement among local...

Assemblyman Santabarbara secures funding for 111th Assembly District from Restore New York Communities Initiative Recently, I announced important funding that I helped secure through the Restore New York Communities Initiative that will support our ongoing...

No community is the same: it’s important for our local schools to have priorities and services in place that meet the unique needs of the community they serve. Last June, the Schenectady City School District (SCSD) set out to accomplish this feat and...

As Chair of the New York State Assembly Commission on Rural Resources, I’m happy to announce that several bills I helped pass to increase access to health care throughout New York’s rural communities have been signed into law. One bill created the...