Mark Poloncarz
@markpoloncarz.bsky.social
Former hockey coach, frustrated golfer, political and history nerd. Just a kid from Sunny LA (Lackawanna that is) who grew up to be Erie County's Executive.
Great story about Tiffany Lewis, who won a seat on the Town of Cheektowaga Board last Tuesday, becoming the first person of color to do so in the long history of the town!
Congratulations Tiffany and best wishes to you in your new role as town board member.
www.wkbw.com/news/local-n...
Congratulations Tiffany and best wishes to you in your new role as town board member.
www.wkbw.com/news/local-n...
'This is possible': Historic election brings first woman of color to Cheektowaga Town Board
Tiffany Lewis, founder and CEO of the Confident Girl Mentoring Program, made history Tuesday night by becoming the first woman of color elected to the Cheektowaga Town Board.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Great story about Tiffany Lewis, who won a seat on the Town of Cheektowaga Board last Tuesday, becoming the first person of color to do so in the long history of the town!
Congratulations Tiffany and best wishes to you in your new role as town board member.
www.wkbw.com/news/local-n...
Congratulations Tiffany and best wishes to you in your new role as town board member.
www.wkbw.com/news/local-n...
‼️ATTENTION SNAP RECIPIENTS: we've been informed by NYS that the issuance of SNAP EBT benefits began yesterday (Nov. 9), with 96% of SNAP Households due to receive 100% of their authorized benefits BY Nov. 17.
Instructions on how to access your EBT balance can be found at: otda.ny.gov/workingfamil...
Instructions on how to access your EBT balance can be found at: otda.ny.gov/workingfamil...
November 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM
‼️ATTENTION SNAP RECIPIENTS: we've been informed by NYS that the issuance of SNAP EBT benefits began yesterday (Nov. 9), with 96% of SNAP Households due to receive 100% of their authorized benefits BY Nov. 17.
Instructions on how to access your EBT balance can be found at: otda.ny.gov/workingfamil...
Instructions on how to access your EBT balance can be found at: otda.ny.gov/workingfamil...
Today at 3 PM, members of the Erie County Historical Commission, Buffalo Maritime Center and U.S. Lighthouse Society will hold a remembrance program on the 50th anniversary of the loss of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
While the ship was not based in Buffalo, it docked in local facilities often.
While the ship was not based in Buffalo, it docked in local facilities often.
November 10, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Today at 3 PM, members of the Erie County Historical Commission, Buffalo Maritime Center and U.S. Lighthouse Society will hold a remembrance program on the 50th anniversary of the loss of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
While the ship was not based in Buffalo, it docked in local facilities often.
While the ship was not based in Buffalo, it docked in local facilities often.
❄️With snow making its grand entrance, it's important to know who plows your road! ❄️
Not all county roads are plowed by the @eriecountydpw.bsky.social. Find out who plows which county road: www3.erie.gov/dpw/snow-plo...
Not all county roads are plowed by the @eriecountydpw.bsky.social. Find out who plows which county road: www3.erie.gov/dpw/snow-plo...
November 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM
❄️With snow making its grand entrance, it's important to know who plows your road! ❄️
Not all county roads are plowed by the @eriecountydpw.bsky.social. Find out who plows which county road: www3.erie.gov/dpw/snow-plo...
Not all county roads are plowed by the @eriecountydpw.bsky.social. Find out who plows which county road: www3.erie.gov/dpw/snow-plo...
The Trump Administration has ordered states to stop making SNAP payments. During every previous shutdown, SNAP payments were always made to recipients. Always.
This president and his team have not only refused to do so, they have gone to court seeking an order to stop making payments. It's cruel.
This president and his team have not only refused to do so, they have gone to court seeking an order to stop making payments. It's cruel.
November 9, 2025 at 5:27 PM
The Trump Administration has ordered states to stop making SNAP payments. During every previous shutdown, SNAP payments were always made to recipients. Always.
This president and his team have not only refused to do so, they have gone to court seeking an order to stop making payments. It's cruel.
This president and his team have not only refused to do so, they have gone to court seeking an order to stop making payments. It's cruel.
We've worked hard to not only hold the line on taxes but reduce the county's tax rate to the lowest in modern history and lowest of all WNY counties. Our property tax levy has never gone over the state tax cap. It's all part of our commitment to run the most efficient government for you, our bosses.
November 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We've worked hard to not only hold the line on taxes but reduce the county's tax rate to the lowest in modern history and lowest of all WNY counties. Our property tax levy has never gone over the state tax cap. It's all part of our commitment to run the most efficient government for you, our bosses.
A 50 year mortgage is a terrible idea because (1) you pay a ridiculous amount of interest, (2) you are basically in perpetual servitude to a lender, especially after having paid nothing but interest payments for decades, and (3) there is a good chance you will die before you pay off the debt.
November 9, 2025 at 1:02 PM
A 50 year mortgage is a terrible idea because (1) you pay a ridiculous amount of interest, (2) you are basically in perpetual servitude to a lender, especially after having paid nothing but interest payments for decades, and (3) there is a good chance you will die before you pay off the debt.
While the president is focused on building his golden ballroom, we are focused on making sure you have food for your dining room.
Erie County is accepting shelf stable food donations at the locations listed below, all of which will be donated to FeedMore WNY for distribution to local food banks.
Erie County is accepting shelf stable food donations at the locations listed below, all of which will be donated to FeedMore WNY for distribution to local food banks.
November 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
While the president is focused on building his golden ballroom, we are focused on making sure you have food for your dining room.
Erie County is accepting shelf stable food donations at the locations listed below, all of which will be donated to FeedMore WNY for distribution to local food banks.
Erie County is accepting shelf stable food donations at the locations listed below, all of which will be donated to FeedMore WNY for distribution to local food banks.
Two years ago, the people of Erie County gave me the honor of serving a historic fourth term with a mandate to continue my efforts to create the best county possible. It was the best birthday present I could have received.
I look forward to continuing our work during the remainder of this term.
I look forward to continuing our work during the remainder of this term.
November 8, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Two years ago, the people of Erie County gave me the honor of serving a historic fourth term with a mandate to continue my efforts to create the best county possible. It was the best birthday present I could have received.
I look forward to continuing our work during the remainder of this term.
I look forward to continuing our work during the remainder of this term.
This Sunday morning before the Bills game, join @eriecounty.bsky.social Parks, Recreation & Forestry Ranger Roy for a chance to learn about and possibly see some urban wildlife, including deer and turkeys, at Seneca Bluffs.
Learn more and register at www3.erie.gov/parks/events
Learn more and register at www3.erie.gov/parks/events
November 7, 2025 at 2:50 PM
This Sunday morning before the Bills game, join @eriecounty.bsky.social Parks, Recreation & Forestry Ranger Roy for a chance to learn about and possibly see some urban wildlife, including deer and turkeys, at Seneca Bluffs.
Learn more and register at www3.erie.gov/parks/events
Learn more and register at www3.erie.gov/parks/events
Update on below post: Today, the County Legislature passed my request to provide @feedmorewny.org $1,000,000 to purchase food for area food pantries due to the federal government's halting of SNAP payments.
Thank you to the members of the legislature for supporting this important measure.
Thank you to the members of the legislature for supporting this important measure.
In order to help prevent people from going hungry due to the SNAP shutdown, I am seeking legislative approval of a $1 million allocation to @feedmorewny.org to purchase 354,000 pounds of food for local food pantries. 140,000 county residents rely on SNAP. We must help them in their time of need.
November 6, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Update on below post: Today, the County Legislature passed my request to provide @feedmorewny.org $1,000,000 to purchase food for area food pantries due to the federal government's halting of SNAP payments.
Thank you to the members of the legislature for supporting this important measure.
Thank you to the members of the legislature for supporting this important measure.
I'm proud to announce that key members of my team will be advising Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan as part of his Transition Team.
My team and I look forward to working with Mayor-Elect Ryan to Build a Better Buffalo. You can learn more about his Transition Team here: www.buildabetterbuffalo.com
My team and I look forward to working with Mayor-Elect Ryan to Build a Better Buffalo. You can learn more about his Transition Team here: www.buildabetterbuffalo.com
Official Transition Website of Mayor-elect Sean Ryan
Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan is leading a transition team focused on setting Buffalo up for success — and that starts with hearing from you.
www.buildabetterbuffalo.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:56 PM
I'm proud to announce that key members of my team will be advising Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan as part of his Transition Team.
My team and I look forward to working with Mayor-Elect Ryan to Build a Better Buffalo. You can learn more about his Transition Team here: www.buildabetterbuffalo.com
My team and I look forward to working with Mayor-Elect Ryan to Build a Better Buffalo. You can learn more about his Transition Team here: www.buildabetterbuffalo.com
This past year we invested more than $6 million into our wonderful Erie County Parks. A big part of that is the ongoing renovation of Isle View Park, which includes a new inclusive playground.
It's all part of my commitment to make #YourErieCountyParks the best they can be.
It's all part of my commitment to make #YourErieCountyParks the best they can be.
November 6, 2025 at 4:25 PM
This past year we invested more than $6 million into our wonderful Erie County Parks. A big part of that is the ongoing renovation of Isle View Park, which includes a new inclusive playground.
It's all part of my commitment to make #YourErieCountyParks the best they can be.
It's all part of my commitment to make #YourErieCountyParks the best they can be.
Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) are on hold.
If you are in immediate need of food or home heating supports, call 211 Western New York at 2-1-1.
If you are in immediate need of food or home heating supports, call 211 Western New York at 2-1-1.
November 6, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) are on hold.
If you are in immediate need of food or home heating supports, call 211 Western New York at 2-1-1.
If you are in immediate need of food or home heating supports, call 211 Western New York at 2-1-1.
It was a great night for the Democratic Party but, more importantly, for our democracy.
The people spoke by overwhelmingly rejecting Trump's self-centered agenda.
It's a reminder as a public servant you work for the people - they are your bosses - and you must never forget that fact.
The people spoke by overwhelmingly rejecting Trump's self-centered agenda.
It's a reminder as a public servant you work for the people - they are your bosses - and you must never forget that fact.
November 5, 2025 at 9:51 PM
It was a great night for the Democratic Party but, more importantly, for our democracy.
The people spoke by overwhelmingly rejecting Trump's self-centered agenda.
It's a reminder as a public servant you work for the people - they are your bosses - and you must never forget that fact.
The people spoke by overwhelmingly rejecting Trump's self-centered agenda.
It's a reminder as a public servant you work for the people - they are your bosses - and you must never forget that fact.
Congratulations to my good friend Sean Ryan on your election as the next Mayor of Buffalo! I know he will do a great job and I look forward to working with you to create a better Buffalo.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Congratulations to my good friend Sean Ryan on your election as the next Mayor of Buffalo! I know he will do a great job and I look forward to working with you to create a better Buffalo.
Congratulations to Kevin Hardwick on being reelected the county's comptroller and to our entire Democratic legislative ticket on your reelections: Tim Meyers, John Gilmour, Jeanne Vinal, Mike Kooshoian, John Bargnesi, Laurence Dupre and Taisha St. Jean Tard!
November 5, 2025 at 3:51 AM
Congratulations to Kevin Hardwick on being reelected the county's comptroller and to our entire Democratic legislative ticket on your reelections: Tim Meyers, John Gilmour, Jeanne Vinal, Mike Kooshoian, John Bargnesi, Laurence Dupre and Taisha St. Jean Tard!
Even more great news: the Cheektowaga Democratic candidates SWEPT every seat and have taken back the board!
Congrats to Brian Pilarski, Monica Elderkin, Tiffany Lewis and Stephen Nowicki on your big victories and this just proves the people of Cheektowaga want government that works for them.
Congrats to Brian Pilarski, Monica Elderkin, Tiffany Lewis and Stephen Nowicki on your big victories and this just proves the people of Cheektowaga want government that works for them.
November 5, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Even more great news: the Cheektowaga Democratic candidates SWEPT every seat and have taken back the board!
Congrats to Brian Pilarski, Monica Elderkin, Tiffany Lewis and Stephen Nowicki on your big victories and this just proves the people of Cheektowaga want government that works for them.
Congrats to Brian Pilarski, Monica Elderkin, Tiffany Lewis and Stephen Nowicki on your big victories and this just proves the people of Cheektowaga want government that works for them.
More big victories tonight as Shawn Lavin was elected Supervisor of Amherst, Jack Kavanaugh and John Davis were elected to the board and Jeanne Vinal was reelected as Legislator!
The GOP targeted these seats and lost every one. Huge wins all around!
The GOP targeted these seats and lost every one. Huge wins all around!
November 5, 2025 at 3:21 AM
More big victories tonight as Shawn Lavin was elected Supervisor of Amherst, Jack Kavanaugh and John Davis were elected to the board and Jeanne Vinal was reelected as Legislator!
The GOP targeted these seats and lost every one. Huge wins all around!
The GOP targeted these seats and lost every one. Huge wins all around!
Results across the board in Erie County are looking great for the Democratic candidates. Congratulations to new City of Tonawanda Mayor Bill Strassburg on his victory as we flipped that seat from red to blue and we won every seat on the City Council!
November 5, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Results across the board in Erie County are looking great for the Democratic candidates. Congratulations to new City of Tonawanda Mayor Bill Strassburg on his victory as we flipped that seat from red to blue and we won every seat on the City Council!
The Peanuts gang reminds you to do your civic duty and vote.
The polls are open in New York for one more hour. If you haven't voted yet what are you waiting for? Go Vote!
The polls are open in New York for one more hour. If you haven't voted yet what are you waiting for? Go Vote!
November 5, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The Peanuts gang reminds you to do your civic duty and vote.
The polls are open in New York for one more hour. If you haven't voted yet what are you waiting for? Go Vote!
The polls are open in New York for one more hour. If you haven't voted yet what are you waiting for? Go Vote!
Did you vote? If not, don't let Bill from School House Rock down.
There are 2 hours left until polls close. Get out and vote!
There are 2 hours left until polls close. Get out and vote!
November 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Did you vote? If not, don't let Bill from School House Rock down.
There are 2 hours left until polls close. Get out and vote!
There are 2 hours left until polls close. Get out and vote!
Snoopy reminds you "Your Vote is Your Voice."
Polls are open for four more hours. If you haven't voted yet, Go Vote!
Polls are open for four more hours. If you haven't voted yet, Go Vote!
November 4, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Snoopy reminds you "Your Vote is Your Voice."
Polls are open for four more hours. If you haven't voted yet, Go Vote!
Polls are open for four more hours. If you haven't voted yet, Go Vote!
I'm now in Amherst with the next Supervisor Shawn Lavin if you get out and vote.
As Shawn said, polls are open until 9 PM. Get out and VOTE!
As Shawn said, polls are open until 9 PM. Get out and VOTE!
November 4, 2025 at 5:23 PM
I'm now in Amherst with the next Supervisor Shawn Lavin if you get out and vote.
As Shawn said, polls are open until 9 PM. Get out and VOTE!
As Shawn said, polls are open until 9 PM. Get out and VOTE!
I'm at North Park Academy with our next Mayor of Buffalo Sean Ryan but only if you get out and vote!
Please do your civic duty: Vote!
Please do your civic duty: Vote!
November 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
I'm at North Park Academy with our next Mayor of Buffalo Sean Ryan but only if you get out and vote!
Please do your civic duty: Vote!
Please do your civic duty: Vote!