Towns of Rockland County, NY
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Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Applications Available
NEW CITY, NY – Rockland County families with low incomes can apply for grants to help pay for their heating bills under New York State’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). “HEAP offers a lifeline to individuals and families who struggle to pay their heating bills,” said Commissioner Joan Silvestri. “With the cold winter months approaching, it is important…
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Reichlin-Melnick & Zebrowski Tout Property Tax Exemption Bill for Volunteer First Responders
Bill would allow any local government to provide a tax credit for volunteer firefighters and ambulance corps members ROCKLAND, NY – Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick and Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski, gathered with first responders, representatives from FASNY (Firefighters Association of the State of New York), and local elected officials, in support of legislation to allow any local…
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Fall Rockland Repair Café October 22nd
Free Repairs At Haverstraw Center New City, NY – The County of Rockland will host the next Rockland Repair Café on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, from 10 am – 1 pm at The Haverstraw Center, 50 West Broad Street, in the Village of Haverstraw. Volunteer Repair Coaches will be available to fix various items including lamps,…
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Medicare 2023 open enrollment October 15th through December 7th
Please note the Medicare Open Enrollment runs 10/15-12/7. Attached you will find the updated packet, prescription drug plans, and our presentation schedule. If you’d like further assistance comparing Medicare Plans, please give HIICAP a call at 845-364-2100 or 845-364-2110. You can also email HIICAP at OFA@co.rockland.ny.us. Please be patient as our call volume is very high; it may take…
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OBC Reaches Resolution in Country Village Towers Lawsuit
All Violations Will Be Resolved By October 30, 2022 New City, NY – Rockland County and the owners of the Country Village Towers Apartment Complex in Spring Valley report that they have reached a resolution of their dispute. By way of background, the County after assuming oversight of the Village of Spring Valley Code Enforcement functions charged…
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Rockland County Water Emergency Update
Families Urged to Continue Reducing Water Usage New City, NY – Water usage across Rockland County remained 15% below average use after mandatory restrictions were changed to voluntary on September 14. “When the people of Rockland are presented with a crisis, they always step forward to do the right thing,” said County Executive Ed Day. “I thank our…