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Fred Hiffa

Fred Hiffa is a partner in the Firm. In that capacity, Fred works with many of the Firm's clients but one of his primary responsibilities has been providing legislative and strategic advice to one of the State's largest transportation practices. Fred has worked in every major sector including highway construction, aviation, rail and transit. Fred also works to service our client's diverse interests in other areas including energy, financial services companies and health care.

Previously Fred served in senior positions in both the New York Legislative and Executive branches. Prior to joining Ostroff, Hiffa & Associates, Fred served as the First Deputy Commissioner of the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT). In this capacity, he managed project selection and delivery for the Department's $1.75 billion annual highway capital program. Working with the Governor's office, Fred developed the agency's $4 billion annual budget, including funding for highway, aviation, rail, ferry and transit programs.

Prior to his time with the NYSDOT, Fred was the Executive Director to Assembly Republican Leader Thomas M. Reynolds. Taking that role in 1995, Fred was responsible for all management, policy and public relations services for the Leader and his conference.

Fred has a degree in Economics from Union College. He and his wife Vicky live in Loudonville with their three children.