County Legislator Bill Ricard

"NEW: If you are 50+ years of age, you qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine starting 8am tomorrow, March 23. Check your eligibility and schedule an appointment. #VaccinateNY https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ "

Some thoughts on Gender bias from Kelly Lynch.

As the American Rescue Plan extension kicks in this week, some claimants who certified Sunday may see a 1-2 day delay in their payment. FPUC payments will still be paid THIS week. No delays are anticipated for claimants who certify on Monday or later this week.

I just had the opportunity to read this entire series about sexual harassment, it is well-done and explains what women (and sometimes men) go through when they're subjected to sexual harassment in the workplace. "All too familiar: Local women share their stories of sexual harassment | The Daily Gazette" https://dailygazette.com//all-too-familiar-local-women-sh/

I had the opportunity to watch #ZachsyndersJusticeLeague this weekend. I would encourage everyone to watch it when you get a chance too. At its core, it is a story of overcoming one's struggles, no matter who or what you are in life or in art. Watch it for Autumn. "For more information about suicide prevention or if you are having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the United States at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK). You can find a list of addition...al resources at http://SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources " Albany County Suicide Crisis Prevention Phone: (518)549-6500, Hot Line Albany County Mobile Crisis #Hopeneverdies