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The BNAR’s DEI Committee welcomed Todd Vaarwerk

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The BNAR’s DEI Committee welcomed Todd Vaarwerk ,  Chief Policy Officer at the WNY Independent Living family of agencies,  on the challenges and discriminatory practices suffered by people with disabilities. As a person with cerebral palsy, Todd discussed hurdles he has faced and offered a wealth of information on funding, regulations, and resources available for housing the disabled. An eye-opening discussion, the Committee reaped valuable info from this discussion.
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"In the Spotlight:” BNAR CEO John Leonardi

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"In the Spotlight:” BNAR CEO John Leonardi discusses the new transaction agreement, available resources to help agents, and cooperation among members. To watch the full video, click the link below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IVlL_5eGzQ  
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October President’s Message: Vienna Laurendi

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October President’s Message: Vienna Laurendi offers her insights on the newly elected Directors, previews October events, and lists 5 ways agents can get paid. To watch the full video, click the link below!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uylifdDIRuQ  
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  On Sept. 19 th , Assembly Member Monica Wallace (143 rd   District), covering Cheektowaga, Lancaster, Sloan, parts of Buffalo, was the guest speaker at the Government Affairs Committee meeting. Wallace spoke about a number of real estate-related issues, including condo and inspection bills, the inner workings of the Assembly, and offered her office as a resource to our members, many of whom are her constituents. After her presentation, Wallace entertained a number of questions from the Committee. We appreciate the Assembly member’s time and commitment to the region.   Pictured: Rosalind Burgin, Brendan Cunningham (GA Committee Chair & Vice-Chair) Monica Wallace, BNAR president Vienna Laurendi
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NY State Assemblymember Monica Wallace is “In the Spotlight

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NY State Assemblymember Monica Wallace is “In the Spotlight,” discussing her inspection bill, business in her district, and highlights from the ’24 legislative session. Click this link to watch the whole video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNoTEpShwtQ
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Golf Outing

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  Two part presidents and current BNAR members, Sharon Ciminelli and Eric Winklhofer, attended an outing at E. Aurora CC Monday in support of State Senator Patrick Gallivan. As always, the BNAR supports Realtor-friendly elected officials in a bipartisan manner. 
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Former U. S. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy was the featured guest at a reception for Congressman Nick Langworthy

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Former U. S. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy was the featured guest at a reception for Congressman Nick Langworthy On Saturday morning, former U. S. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy was the featured guest at a reception for Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) at a private residence in Lake View. The freshman Congressman and McCarthy, who represented California  in Congress for 16 years and served as Speaker in 2023, previewed the upcoming Presidential election, just hours before President Biden opted not to run for reelection.   Lisa Avery, BNAR Federal Political Coordinator for Rep. Langworthy, and Government Affairs Director Brenda Alesii, attended the reception. The BNAR continues to support Realtor-friendly candidates and elected officials in a bipartisan manner.
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