BUFFALO, N.Y. — Andrew Federick has a clear message for business owners across Buffalo: City Hall is ready to help.
“We’re here to help. We’re here to do whatever we can do to keep them going and to make them successful,” Federick said in a recent interview.
His comments come at a pivotal time for Buffalo’s economy. Since 2025, dozens of businesses have closed their doors, reflecting the lingering economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic felt in cities nationwide. Federick acknowledges the challenges but says the city is focused on long-term revitalization — starting downtown…