Commissioner in a Car

Today I speak about John Katkos somewhat surprising announcement last week he would not seek re-election.  I also reflect on Martin Luther King Jr, his legacy, and why the Senate should honor him by passing voting rights tomorrow.  Enjoy.

Today I speak with Kate Doran of the League Of Women Voters of NYS.  We talk about the organizations history and hopes for the legislative session this year.  We also discuss BOE reform and election litigation passed by the Senate on the first day.  Enjoy.

In today's Zoom with Czarny I sit down with Perry Grossman of NYCLU.  We talk NY Voting Rights Act and how it might change our electoral landscape.  We also chat about the first day bills passed by NY Senate yesterday,  Finally we touch on the Onondaga County redistricting process.  Enjoy.

Today I talk to Dave Harding one of my part time mobile custodians at the Onondaga County Board of Elections.  We talk abotu his job and what it entails as well as some of the challenges he has faced over the last few years.  Check it out.

Veterans Organize CNY invited me to make some remarks on the one year anniversary of the January 6th insurrection at the capitol.  I talked not just about that day but how election misinformation for 20 years led to that day and how it is ongoing since.    Please see the entire testimony and event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_miFT571B6k

Today I talk about the offices up in 2022 in the Governor/Federal election.  I also talk about the state redistricting process now that they have failed come to come up with consensus districts.  Finally I comment on the surprising change in chairmanship of the County Legislature.

Today I sit down with the City Of Syracuse Redistricting commissions John Hamblin and Molly Lizzio.  We discuss their placement on the commission and the upcoming process for 2022.  There will be plenty of opportunities for the public to be involved until the maps are in place in 2023.

In today's Commissioner in a Car I talk about the upcoming hearing for redistricting in Onondaga County Wednesday at 11:30am.  I also do an informal recap of 2021 and some of the challenges Onondaga County Board of elections faced throughout the year.

Merry Christmas.  In today's Zoom with Czarny I am honored to speak with Brianna Lennon.  She is a CNY native, County Clerk for Boone County Missouri, and the host of the national elections podcast High Turnout Wide Margins,  We talk about the difference in NY and MO elections as well as why she started this election focused podcast.  Enjoy.

Today I talk about the passage of the GOP maps for Onondaga County legislature and prepare us for the road ahead.  We are also waiting on 4 bill from Governor Hochul which have to be signed tomorrow.  Enjoy.

Today I speak with Susan Lerner of Common Cause New York.  We talk about what her l=organization and Let NY Vote will be looking for in election reform in the upcoming session.  She also weighs in on the redistricting with Onondaga County and the City of Syracuse as she has been a major proponent of redistricting reform nationally as well as locally.  Enjoy.

Today I talk about 4 pieces of legislation called up last week to protect and enhance absentee voting, expand Early Voting, and mandate online portal and tracking systems for absentees.  I also address the maps being considered in the Onondaga County redistricting process.

Zoom with Czarny is back.  After a 6 week break for the election I am back with my weekly interview segment.  Today I speak Jeff Wice of the NY Law School.  Professor Wice is an expert on redistricting and he gives us an update on the NY State redistricting process as well as some thoughts on Onondaga County and Syracuse NY redistricting.  I hope you enjoy.

Today I outline what the BOE will be doing over the next few weeks to get ready for March Village elections, redistricting, and the June 2022 primaries.  I also outline my plan as I start up my Wonky Wednesday and Zoom with Czarnys next week as the Election Hiatus is over and its onto 2022!

Today's Commissioner in a Car I talk about certifying the November general Election. I also discuss what will happen post election over the next few weeks to get ready for 2022. Finally I touch on the veto of the County legislative maps.

As we start day 1 of the Absentee counts I give an update on where some of the close races stand.  I also address some races that will likely go to hand recounts on Monday.

Today I talk about the many steps in the post election process, from canvassing emergency unscanned ballots, to absentee prep, and ruling on affidavits all leading up to Tuesday's absentee ballot count.  I also remind you about tomorrows 6pm final public hearing on the Onondaga County redistricting plan  Enjoy.

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My final Zoom with Czarny of the Election Season, I am talking to Elect Heather Waters regarding her campaign for the 10the OCL seat in Manlius.  She is a dynamic up and coming superstar in the Democratic party and looking to turn this purple seat blue.  I hope you enjoy.

Today I sit down with Mary Kuhn, Onondaga County Legislator, District 7 who represents parts of Syracuse's North Side and East side as well as parts of the town of Dewitt.  She is a fierce advocate for her community and all of us and it was my honor to interview her.  I hope you enjoy.

In today's Zoom with Czarny I sit down with Jarret Berg founder and executive director of Vote Early NY.  In what has become a tradition we talk the state of #EarlyVoting in New York on the cusp of yet another Early Voting Season.  I hope you enjoy.

In today's Zoom with Czarny I sit down with Bill Kinne the representative from OCL 15.  He represents one of the more gerrymandered districts in our county stretching from the valley to the village of Solvay.  He has been serving and fighting for our county for over 20 years.  I hope you enjoy.

Today's Zoom with Czarny I sit down with Diane Dwire for County Legislature running in OCL 6, representing the South western portions of Onondaga County in Camillus, Marcellus, Skaneateles, Spafford, and Otisco.  This former nurse and village councilor has a wealth of experience she would like to bring to county government.  I hope you enjoy.

Today I talk about the October 13th voter registration adress change deadline as well as the October 18th Absentee ballot application deadline and updates on budgeting and redistricting.

Today I sit down with Jana Rogers running for Onondaga County Legislative district 5 covering North East Salina, South West Cicero and a few blocks in Syracuse North side as well as Dewitt.  This mother, educator, and musician is  running to represent the crab district.  I hope you enjoy.