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By its very nature, PPG’s work is never done. Challenges met often lead to new challenges, and the work of strengthening our community continues. The items collected below are the latest chapters of our ongoing story.

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August 11, 2026

PPG Urges Cheektowaga Town Board to Adopt Good Cause Eviction Law

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the Cheektowaga Town Board held a public hearing as the Board considered whether it would adopt Good Cause Eviction law. This law would provide much-needed basic tenant protections against unreasonable rent hikes and unjust evictions. This is the letter we submitted to …

July 24, 2026

Investigative Post: "Housing Court council gets earful at first public hearing"

Adam Smith-Perez | July 24, 2026 A legally mandated advisory board, reconstituted after a 35-year absence, heard complaints from citizens — and one elected official — about city and court enforcement of housing codes.  More than 20 people attended the first public hearing Wednesday …

July 17, 2026

WKBW: “Buffalo council members call on Mayor Ryan to change 2020 executive order limiting arrests"

Maki Becker | July 17, 2026 BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Three Buffalo Common Council members are calling on Mayor Ryan to rescind or amend a 2020 executive order they say is preventing police from making arrests for low-level crimes. Common Council members Joel Feroleto, Zeneta Everhart and Chris …

May 26, 2026

Forging Solidarity: The Buffalo Labor History Project

Forging Solidarity is a new and collaborative project dedicated to exploring Buffalo's labor and working-class history. Through exhibits, articles, events, arts, research, multimedia, oral history, music, theatre, and more, this project honors the long, deep history of this …

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Advocacy Help Desk (Virtual)August 25, 2026, 5:30-7 pm

Do you want to make a change in your community? Do you want help figuring out how to do it? The Advocacy Help Desk is a direct one-on-one consultation service for community members working to make a better Buffalo. 

Community Agenda 101: Information SessionAugust 27, 2026, 12-1:30 pm

Curious how the process works, or what kind of support PPG offers along the way? Join us for an overview session to learn the steps and requirements for bringing your policy priority to this year's Community Agenda vote.

Advocacy Help Desk (In Person)September 8, 2026, 1:30-3 pm

Do you want to make a change in your community? Do you want help figuring out how to do it? The Advocacy Help Desk is a direct one-on-one consultation service for community members working to make a better Buffalo. 

Advocacy Help Desk (Virtual)September 22, 2026, 5:30-7 pm

Do you want to make a change in your community? Do you want help figuring out how to do it? The Advocacy Help Desk is a direct one-on-one consultation service for community members working to make a better Buffalo.