By Michelle LaGuerre
Utica residents can hear from two candidates for the 119th New York State Assembly District at an RCIL forum on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The event is scheduled for 1607 Genesee St. in Utica. RCIL’s announcement lists Mike Gentile and Jon Lipe as the featured candidates and invites community members to bring their questions.
RCIL Assembly candidate forum details
- When: Wednesday, October 21, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
- Where: 1607 Genesee St., Utica
- Candidates listed: Mike Gentile and Jon Lipe
- Organizer: RCIL
The forum gives residents a chance to compare the candidates’ answers directly and raise concerns that affect their daily lives. Coming with a specific question can help make the most of the hour, whether the concern is access to services, the cost of living or another issue the resident wants addressed.
Accessibility questions
RCIL’s notice asked people needing accommodations to contact Andrew Abreu before October 14. That deadline has passed. Anyone with a remaining accessibility question should contact Abreu directly at 315-272-2942 or aabreu@rcil.com to ask what may still be possible.
The original RCIL announcement was published October 8. The date above is the scheduled forum date; this article is an advance notice, not a report on the candidates’ remarks.
Featured image: original editorial illustration by Utica Phoenix, based on RCIL’s announcement. It is not an event photograph.
