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NYS AG Andrew Cuomo Endorsement

Sep-12-2009 — Citing their close partnership in improving Buffalo and building for future growth and prosperity, NYS Attorney General endorses Mayor Brown for a second term.

South Buffalo News Endorsement

Sep-04-2009 — In a front page endorsement in its September 2nd edition, the paper wrote, “Mayor Brown has created a solid foundation for moving Buffalo forward and he has built upon the opportunities that will make the city stronger and safer. The South Buffalo News believes very strongly that Mayor Brown deserves another term as Mayor of Buffalo.”

Congressman Brian Higgins Endorsement

Sep-03-2009 — Citing the Mayor's dedication and clear vision for Buffalo, Congressman Brian Higgins announced his support of Mayor Byron W. Brown for re-election as Mayor of the City of Buffalo

NARAL Pro-Choice New York Endorsement

Aug-25-2009 — In an August 21st letter, Sabrina Shulman, Political Director of NARAL Pro-Choice New York, stated, “We are pleased to officially endorse you in your campaign for re-election to the office of Mayor of Buffalo. NARAL Pro-Choice New York would like to thank you for your dedication to and support of reproductive rights issues.”

Steelworkers Endorsement

Aug-24-2009 — Frank Palombaro, Legislative Chairman of United Steelworkers, District 4, wrote in a August 20th letter to Mayor Brown, “The United Steelworkers District 4 Legislative committee is pleased to announce our official endorsement of your re-election as the Mayor of the City of Buffalo. The Steelworkers believe you share our core values of family, jobs and community and will support the issues of importance to labor and all working men and women throughout Western New York.”

AFSCME 264 Endorsement

Aug-22-2009 — Union Representing Over 1,000 Workers in the City of Buffalo, Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority and Buffalo Board of Education Highlights Mayor’s Conservative Fiscal Management and Success in Negotiating Union Contracts

District Council 35 Endorsement

Aug-22-2009 — District Council 35, representing over 1,800 City workers, endorses Mayor Brown for Re-Election

PEF Endorsement

Aug-22-2009 — In a joint letter from Kevin R. Hintz, PEF Region 1 Coordinator and Barbara Rock, PEF Region 1 Political Action Committee Chair, the union leaders wrote, “After much consideration by the Region 1 Political Action Committee (PAC) as well as the PEF Statewide PAC, we are endorsing your candidacy.”

Buffalo Teachers Federation Endorsement

Aug-19-2009 — In an August 18th statement, BTF President Phil Rumore stated, “We are proud to endorse Mayor Brown in the primary. [He] has established an air of civility and thoughtfulness to city government. We need more leaders like Mayor Brown who lead with sincerity, poise and intelligence, and set a positive example for our students and community.”

SEIU Local 200 United Endorsement

Aug-09-2009 — SEIU Local 200 United endorses Mayor Brown for re-election, citing Mayor’s commitment to assuring better wages, benefits and rights for workers

Building Trade Inspectors Association Local 2651 Endorses Mayor Brown for Re-Election

Jul-18-2009 — Kevin J. Fitzgerald, President of Local 2651, states "We look forward to working with you and your administration for the next four years."

Mayor Brown files Over 21,000 signatures for Re-Election

Jul-13-2009 — Mayor Brown files +21,000 Democratic signatures for re-election - ten times the amount needed. Mayor also files petitions for Independence, Conservative and Working Families Parties.

Goin' South Endorses Mayor Brown

Jul-09-2009 — South Buffalo’s most significant and largest civic organization, Goin’ South has endorsed Mayor Byron W. Brown for re-election.

Boilmakers Local #7 Endorses Mayor Brown for Re-Election

Jul-07-2009 — In endorsing the Mayor, Joseph D. Brown, Business Manager-Secretary Treasurer of Boilermakers Local # 7 stated, 'Your work for Buffalo and your past support of the rights of the working men and women of this area proves your priorities and those of the members of Boilermakers Local # 7 are one and the same.'

AFSCME Local 650 Endorsement

Jul-07-2009 — In a July 6th letter to the Mayor, Frank Cahill Local 650 PAC Chairman and Michael F. Drennen, Local 650 President stated, 'AFSCME Local 650 is proud to endorse your candidacy for Mayor. We look forward to working with you in the future for a better Buffalo.'

International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local 14 Endorsement

Jun-30-2009 — Building on the momentum in his re-election effort, Mayor Brown has received the endorsement of the International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC), Local 14

Building & Construction Trades Council Endorses Mayor Brown

Jun-24-2009 — Buffalo Building & Construction Trades Council, whose 18-member unions combine to represent more than 10,000 area construction workers, has endorsed Mayor Byron W. Brown for re-election as Mayor of Buffalo.

WNY Hispanic & Friends Civic Association Endorses Mayor Brown

Jun-20-2009 — Decades Old Hispanic Group Adds to Mayor Brown's Strong Base of Support by announcing their endorsement of Mayor Brown.

Buffalo Educational Support Team (BEST) Endorses Mayor Brown

Jun-16-2009 — The 1,000-member Buffalo Educational Support Team (BEST), representing Teaching Assistants/Teacher Aides employed by the Buffalo Board of Education, has endorsed Mayor Brown for re-election.

Independence Party endorses Mayor Brown

Jun-14-2009 — Mayor Brown receives the endorsement of the Independence Party.

Working Families Party Endorses Mayor Brown

Jun-06-2009 — Mayor Byron W. Brown announces that he has received the endorsement of the Western New York Chapter of the Working Families Party for his re-election as Mayor of Buffalo.

Conservative Party Endorses Mayor Brown

Jun-06-2009 — The Erie County Conservative Party has endorsed Mayor Byron W. Brown for re-election as Mayor of Buffalo over his Democratic primary opponent, who had also sought their endorsement.

Mayor Brown Opens Re-Election Campaign HQs

May-30-2009 — Mayor Brown Opens Re-Election Campaign HQs

Mayor Brown Launches his re-election campaign

May-09-2009

Speeches

Campaign Announcement Speech

Mayor Byron Brown announces his re-election candidacy for Mayor of the City of Buffalo.

Videos

Mayor Brown's Third Commercial

Mayor Brown's third commercial reiterates some of the accomplishments achieved during his first term as Mayor of the City of Buffalo.

Mayor Brown's Second Commercial

Mayor Brown's second commercial highlights some of the accomplishments achieved in fighting crime and reducing blight in his first term as Mayor of Buffalo.

Mayor Byron Brown by the Numbers

"By the Numbers" outlines key areas of progress during Mayor Brown's first term as Buffalo's Mayor. Specific highlights include: crime reduction, blight removal, property tax cuts and economic development.

Highlights of Mayor Brown's Re-Election Announcement

On May 9, 2009, Mayor Byron Brown announced his intention to seek a second term as Mayor of the City of Buffalo. The video includes some highlights of that speech.

Highlights of Key Supporterts

Speeches from key supporters at Mayor Brown's Campaign announcement including US Congressman Brian Higgins, NY Senator Antoine Thompson, and many others.

Photo Galleries

2009 Puerto Rican Day Parade

On a beautiful September afternoon, Mayor Brown joined thousands of Buffalonians in celebrating Puerto Rican culture and heritage during the Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade.

Mayor Brown's 2009 Summer Social & BBQ

On August 11, 2209, Mayor Brown hosted his annual Summer Social & BBQ. The Mayor was joined by many supporters, family and friends aboard the USS Little Rock on Buffalo's burgeoning waterfront.

Various Summer Events in 2009

Mayor Byron Brown at the M&T Summer Concert Series and two fundraisers - one at Merge Restaurant on Delaware Avenue and the other hosted by North District Councilman Joe Golombek.

Garden Walk 2009

Over the last full weekend of July, Mayor Byron Brown joined residents and visitors for another one of Buffalo's great summer events, Garden Walk Buffalo.

Taste of Buffalo

Mayor Byron Brown and US Senator Schumer take in the sites and cuisine at the 26th Annual Taste of Buffalo.

4th of July on the Waterfront

Mayor Brown joined thousands for the 4th of July activities at Erie Canal Harbor on Buffalo's burgeoning waterfront.

4th of July in Riverside

Joined by North District Councilman Joe Golombek, Mayor Brown greets Buffalonians at the annual 4th of July Parade in the Riverside neighborhood.

Juneteenth Festival

Mayor Brown joins thousands of Buffalonians and visitors to celebrate the third largest Juneteenth Festival in the country.

Allentown Art Festival

Mayor Brown meets with organizers, visitors and artists at the 52nd Annual Allentown Art Festival in Buffalo's historic Allentown neighborhood.

Komen Race for the Cure

Mayor Brown greets participants and organizers of the 9th Annual WNY Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

Campaign Announcement

Photos of Mayor Byron Brown's announcement to seek a second term as Mayor of the City of Buffalo.