Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown says he'll discuss whether he'll run for the soon-to-be vacated Congressional seat of Brian Higgins in NY-26.
The Buffalo mayor released a statement on Friday of Rep. Higgins' impending departure from Washington, D.C.:
"Congressman Brian Higgins has delivered exceptional results for Buffalo & Western New York during his time in Washington. He has helped shape the renaissance in our area, including his great leadership on Waterfront Development. It's been an honor to stand with him and work with him on so many key projects for the benefit of the residents of the City of Buffalo and our region. I wish Congressman Higgins nothing but the best in his future endeavors.
"When the appropriate time comes, I look forward to a conversation about the future of this very diverse district so it can meet the needs of all of our residents."
Sources tell WBEN that Higgins, who served 10 terms in Washington, D.C. representing Western New York, will accept the Presidency of Shea's Buffalo Theatre, with an official announcement anticipated sometime next week.
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Other Democrats who may be seeking Higgins' seat in Washington are State Sen. Tim Kennedy, State Sen. Sean Ryan and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz.
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