James Alesi
2017 - Present
2027
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James Alesi is a member of the New York Public Service Commission. Alesi assumed office on June 21, 2017. Alesi's current term ends on February 1, 2027.
He was appointed to the commission on June 21, 2017.[1] Alesi was reappointed to a second term in June 2021.[2]
Alesi is a former Republican member of the New York State Senate, representing District 55 from 1997 to 2013. Alesi announced in May 2012 that he would not seek re-election in 2012 in part because he did not want to risk facing another Republican and potentially losing the seat.[3] Alesia previously served as the Republican deputy town leader for the Town of Perinton. He later served as a member of the Monroe County Legislature from 1989 to 1992 and as a member of the New York State Assembly from 1992 to 1996.
Biography
Alesi previously owned a statewide commercial laundry business in New York. His career in public service spans more than 23 years and includes experience as a Monroe County legislator, a state assemblyman, and a state senator. He also served on the New York State Small Business Advisory Board, the New York State Workforce Investment Board, and the Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board.[1]
Education
- Bachelor's degree, St. John Fisher College[1]
Political career
New York Public Service Commission (2017 - Present)
Alesi was appointed to the New York Public Service Commission by Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) on June 21, 2017.[1]
New York Public State Senate (1997-2013)
Alesi is a former Republican member of the New York State Senate, representing District 55 from 1997, when he won a special election, to 2013. Alesi announced in May 2012 that he would not seek re-election in 2012 in part because he did not want to risk facing another Republican and potentially losing the seat.[3]
New York State Assembly (1992-1996)
Alesi served as a member of the New York State Assembly from 1992 to 1996.
Elections
2012
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2012
Alesi did not run for re-election in 2012.[3]
2010
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2010
Alesi was unopposed in the September 14 Republican primary. He defeated Mary Wilmot (D) in the general election.[4][5] He ran as a member of the Republican, Independence and Conservative party.
| New York State Senate, General Election Results, District 55 (2010) | ||||
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| Candidates | Votes | |||
 James Alesi (R)
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57,025 | |||
| Mary Wilmot (D) | 50,163 | |||
2008
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2008
On November 4, 2008, James Alesi won the election for New York State Senate, District 55 with 85,403 votes.
Alesi raised $711,534 for his campaign.[6]
| New York State Senate, District 55 (2008) | ||||
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| Candidates | Votes | |||
| James Alesi (R)
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85,403 | |||
| David Nachbar (D) | 56,229 | |||
Campaign themes
2010
Alesi's campaign website listed four main issues:
- Job Creation: "A proven business leader, he has fought for worker’s rights, as well as for reforms to the bureaucracy, high taxes, healthcare and worker’s compensation costs that impair New York’s ability to attract and retain businesses and good-paying jobs. Senator Alesi’s committment to Small Business was recognized when he received both the “Champion of New York Business Award” by the New York State Business Council and the “Champion of Small Business Award” from the Support Services Alliance, and was reaffirmed when he was twice named a “Guardian of Small Business” by the National Federation of Independent Business."
- Education: " A key component to stimulating the economy is investing in education. The greater Rochester region is home to nineteen colleges and universities and Senator Alesi continues to be a tireless champion of their academic and research initiatives. Believing that Rochester can lead the way in high-tech research and jobs, the Senator was instrumental in securing funding for the new Math and Science Center housed at Nazareth College. Developed by the Rochester Area Colleges, a consortium of the region’s nineteen colleges and universities, the Center will work to attract the best and brightest math and science faculty and students to the region."
- Promoting the Arts: "A strong believer that the arts are an integral part of the local economy and a child’s education, Senator Alesi continues to fight for and fund programs and organizations that allow the arts to thrive in the greater Rochester region. Two years ago, the Senator was nominated by Garth Fagan Dance for the first annual National Public Leadership in the Arts award from the National Conference of State Legislatures. Senator Alesi is also a founding sponsor of the extremely successful Rochester International Jazz Festival, which will host its ninth edition this June. Additionally the Senator has secured millions of dollars for local area arts organizations, museums and scholarship programs."
- Public Health: "Senator Alesi's concern for the health and well-being of his constituents is evident throughout the local community. He has helped to secure millions of dollars for the University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital, Highland Hospital and Rochester General Hospital for research, treatment, emergency services and preventive health. The Senator sponsors an annual Family Health and Fitness Fair in Monroe County. "
Campaign finance summary
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Appointments
2017
Alesi was appointed to the New York Public Service Commission by Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) on June 21, 2017.[1]
State legislative tenure
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Alesi served on these committees:
- Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business Chair
- Energy and Telecommunications
- Finance
- Higher Education
- Investigations and Government Operations
- Labor
- Rules
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Alesi served on these committees:
- Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business Committee, New York State Senate
- Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks and Recreation Committee, New York State Senate
- Energy and Telecommunications Committee, New York State Senate
- Higher Education Committee, New York State Senate
- Insurance Committee, New York State Senate
- Labor Committee, New York State Senate
See also
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External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 New York Public Service Commission, "Commissioner: James S. Alesi," accessed December 18, 2017
- ↑ Energy Choice Matters, "New York Senate Confirms Three New PSC Commissioners," June 11, 2021
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Victor Post, "Jim Alesi not running for re-election this year," May 10, 2012
- ↑ New York Times, "NY state legislative election results," accessed February 11, 2014
- ↑ New York State Board of Elections, "Official Primary results from September 14, 2010," accessed July 31, 2014
- ↑ Follow the Money, "Report on James' 2008 campaign contributions," accessed July 31, 2014
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New York Public Service Commission 2017-Present |
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New York State Senate District 55 1996-2013 |
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New York State Assembly 1992-1996 |
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