CHENANGO COUNTY - New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, recently visited several Chenango County businesses  and  presented them with New York State Senate  Empire  Awards.  

The New York State Senate  Empire  Award  recognizes businesses that are leaders in their industry, use innovative methods or products, increase jobs  and  economic growth  and  make significant community contributions.

Businesses honored by Sen. Griffo included: 

Lok-N-Logs, 7898 NY-12, Sherburne.

Columbus Public House, 4301 NY-80, Columbus.

Gilligan’s, 64 N. Main St., Sherburne

Chenango Valley Technologies, 328 NY-12B, Sherburne.

“I was pleased to recognize these businesses,” Sen. Griffo said, “Each one has created jobs, spurred economic growth and made many important contributions to the region and state.” 

During his time in the Senate, Sen. Griffo has advocated for and supported the needs of business owners and employers throughout his Senate District and New York State. 

“We have to do more in New York to improve the state’s economic climate  and  to make it more business-friendly,” Sen. Griffo said.  “This can be accomplished by lowering taxes  and  energy costs  and  reducing regulations. I will continue to be a strong voice in Albany for taking such action  and  for our businesses so that they can grow, create jobs  and be successful in New York State.” 

- information from the Office of Sen. GRiffo