Anthony Masiello (born 1947) is an American politician. He was mayor of Buffalo, New York (1994-2005). Prior to being mayor, he served as a New York state senator. He easily beat out the competition with 68% of the vote and became the first new mayor of Buffalo in 16 years. Masiello is a native of Buffalo and graduate of Canisius College. He became senator in 1980. 1947 (MCMXLVII) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link will take you to calendar). ... This is a list of mayors of Buffalo, New York. ... 1994 (MCMXCIV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated the International year of the Family. ... 2005 (MMV) is a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... State nickname: The Empire State Official languages English Capital Albany Largest city New York City Governor George Pataki (R) Senators Charles Schumer (D) Hillary Clinton (D) Area  - Total  - % water Ranked 27th 141,205 km² 13. ... The New York State Senate is one of two houses in the New York State Legislature and has members each elected to two-year terms. ... The Canisius College logo was unveiled in May 2000. ... 1980 (MCMLXXX) was a leap year starting on Tuesday. ...

Anthony M. Masiello was sworn in as the 57th Mayor of the city of Buffalo on January 1, 1994. Anthony Masiello received 65% of the Democratic Primary vote and 67% of the General Election vote in 1993. The Mayor was re-elected to second term in 1997 and a third term in 2001 with the joint endorsement of the Democratic and Republican parties.

Educated in Buffalo Catholic schools, Anthony Masiello graduated from Canisius College in 1969 after a Hall of Fame career as a basketball standout for the Division I Golden Griffins. The Indiana Pacers subsequently drafted him in the National Basketball Association's third round.

In 1971, Anthony Masiello began his career in elective office when he was elected as a district representative to the Buffalo Common Council. He was subsequently elected to an at-large seat on the Council and served as Democratic Majority leader in 1976. Anthony Masiello then entered the New York State Senate in 1980 and was re-elected to seven two-year terms. In the State Senate, Mayor Masiello ascended to Minority Whip and served as Chair of the Democratic Conference.

Mayor Masiello is the oldest of seven children born to Bridget and Dan Masiello. He is married to the former Kathleen McCue of Washingtonville, NY. He is the father of Kimberly, Ariel and Madeline Rose. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Canisius College and honorary degrees from Medaille College of Buffalo and Canisius College.

In 2005, he announced he was not running for re-election. He will be succeeded by Byron Brown. Byron Brown is a member of the New York State Senate who is currently running for Mayor of Buffalo, New York. ...