AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTick-borne illness surge: Ontario County reports tick-borne cases climbing from 62 (2017) to 337 (2025), with 2026 already trending about 40% higher than last year, and officials warn the problem “is not going away.” Wildlife habitat restoration: Buffalo is extending emerald shiner passage work on the Niagara River—adding baffles along another 700 feet of seawall to help tiny fish swim upstream, with completion expected in December 2026. Invasive pest alert: Upstate New York faces a Box Tree Moth threat, with officials urging vigilance as the invasive pest spreads. Conservation vs. housing: A long-running debate over Katama Meadows highlights how conservation goals and affordable housing plans can collide when growth pressures strain habitat and local resources. Public health policy: New York is rejecting President Trump’s childhood vaccine guideline changes, arguing they could worsen misinformation and harm immunization progress. Climate and extreme weather: Coverage points to more frequent severe weather and heat impacts, including NYC efforts to cool subway platforms using thermal energy. Energy & environment: A new push for data-center power and telecom infrastructure is raising local environmental concerns, while New York lawmakers weigh responsible data center development.
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