“The tax burden and mounting pressure over out-of-control crime is weighing heavily on New Yorkers. What our communities need right now is peace of mind and security, not hollow words and empty promises. In her State of the State Address, Gov. Kathy Hochul promised to make our communities safer and more affordable—my hope is she will keep her promises to our residents,” said Bendett. “In such difficult times, it’s important that we can lean on each other for support and all work together.”