krnet2dboi,
You will likely find that 19" winter tires are expensive and less effective in the snow conditions you'll be experiencing in upstate NY. Since this is your first "real" winter, I would suggest a more aggressive winter tire like the Blizzak WS-70 in size 225/45R17 on all four wheels. Pair them up with Sport Edition A7 or Rial Salerno wheels (or any other wheel that you like the style of) and you'll be better off than many other vehicles on the road with all season tires.
I can ship them to you mounted and balanced, complete with sensors and ready to bolt on for about the same price as 19" staggered winter tires only. You'll also save some wear and tear on your summer wheels. Check out my winter sticky for a bit more info.
Direct link to the winter section of our site :
Winter
http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp