Buttenschon Farewell Honors Eight Years in Assembly
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, who represented the 119th Assembly District, is leaving office after deciding not to seek re-election.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2026 in Awards
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Family and friends held a farewell party for Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon on Thursday night at 72 Tavern & Grill in Utica. Buttenschon represented the 119th Assembly District for eight years and chose not to run for another term.
Why it matters
The event marks the approaching end of Buttenschon's tenure representing the 119th Assembly District, which serves Utica-area residents. Her departure opens the seat for a new representative in the region.
Buttenschon served eight years representing the 119th Assembly District before deciding not to seek re-election. Four veterans attended the party, and her work for veterans is described as among her proudest accomplishments.
The players
Marianne Buttenschon
Marianne Buttenschon is a New York State Assemblywoman who represented the 119th Assembly District for eight years and is known for her work on veterans' issues.
The details
Family and friends organized the farewell party to honor Buttenschon's service at 72 Tavern & Grill in Utica. Her son Jerrad teaches in Rome, and her advocacy for veterans was highlighted as a key part of her legacy.
Timeline
Thursday night: farewell party held at 72 Tavern & Grill in Utica.
In a couple of months: Buttenschon's tenure in the Assembly comes to an end.
Legacy Record
Buttenschon's decision not to seek re-election follows a pattern of voluntary departures from the New York State Assembly that shift the composition of its members. Her eight-year tenure now becomes part of the district's record of representation for the 119th Assembly District.
Residents of the 119th Assembly District will eventually have a new representative once Buttenschon's tenure ends. Those following local politics can track the succession as the seat transitions.
The takeaway
Long-serving public officials often leave lasting records through the causes they champion, such as veterans' support in Buttenschon's case. Readers interested in local representation can follow district transitions to stay informed about who speaks for their community.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WKTV NewsChannel2.
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