LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Livingston Youth Employment Program is now taking applications for their paid summer employment program meant to give 14 to 20 year olds an opportunity to work in Livingston County. According to a press release from Livingston County Workforce Development, entry to the five-week program is based on age, family income, and what jobs are in demand in the county. "We really focus on work ethic," says Mary Guldenschuh, … [Read more...]
Wage Increase for Restaurant Servers All Gravy
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Restaurant employees may rejoice over a proposed $2.50 per hour wage increase. According to news partner 13WHAM, restaurant servers, hotel housekeepers, and other tipped workers in New York are currently making $5 per hour. That wage would increase in 2016 to $7.50 per hour before tips. Governor Cuomo's administration announced the change Tuesday. However, businesses may pay less as long as gratuities make up the … [Read more...]