"Thank you Gov. Cuomo for signing this very important piece of legislation in order preserve the character, quality of life and vibrancy of the Finger Lakes Region and to ensure it can continue to thrive. I want thank my colleagues in the Assembly and the Senate on both sides of the aisle, from the Finger Lakes Region to New York City, who worked as a team to get this done. I am so grateful for all their help, commitment and effort. Finally, I am so thankful and proud of our local governments, the business community, environmental communities and local residents who worked so hard to get this done. This bill would not have happened without everyone from the Finger Lakes coming together. This is a great day for the Finger Lakes Region!"

Editor’s Note: The full announcement can be viewed here.