Certainly should have given how efficient and consistent NYS government is. Where is that sarcasm font again?
Seriously, doesn’t hurt to have an alumnus in the state house. And budget was just finalized. Even if they had an inkling that there might be state money, beyond havin a prospective seating supplier identified I am sure they would not have anticipated timing or conditions on state money.
Complaint 1A in surveys about the Dome has been seating. 1B has been connectivity. Both are being addressed but it can’t be a impact free transition