DelCo Chamber to host legislative forum June 17

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DELHI - Chamber members and residents will have an opportunity to meet with their state senate, assembly, and congressional representatives at an upcoming event hosted by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce.

The Chamber’s annual Legislative Leadership Forum will be held on Monday, June 17, starting at 9:30 a.m. in the Okun Theatre on the campus of SUNY Delhi. Confirmed panel speakers include US House Representative Marc Molinaro, State Senator Peter Oberacker, and State Assembly representatives Joe Angelino, Brian Maher, and Chris Tague. They will discuss issues pending in Washington and Albany that will affect businesses and communities in Delaware County, including economic development, public safety, housing, mental health, and other issues.

After short presentations by each panelist, audience members will be able to ask questions of the elected officials.

This event is part of the chamber’s continuing advocacy efforts to ensure that members’ voices are heard in Albany, said Chamber President Ray Pucci, who will serve as moderator for the event. The event is free to attend and advance registration is encouraged. More information may be found under the Event tab at www.DelawareCounty.org.