Senators James Skoufis (D-Newburgh) and Elijah Reichlin-Melnick (D-Nanuet) touted $772,788 in state funding awarded to Rockland County for improved operability of emergency communications. The funding will enable local governments to expand communication, exchange valuable data, and streamline information to better equip first responders during emergencies. “Our increased … [Read more...] about Senators Skoufis and Reichlin-Melnick Applaud $773K Funding for Improved Emergency Communications
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Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick presents local restaurant with Empire Award for community service
SUFFERN, NY - Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick presented a New York State Senate Empire Award to Banks Dastine, owner of Diddy’s Soul Food and Lounge in Suffern, recognizing his contributions to fostering a strong sense of community in Suffern and supporting frontline workers during the pandemic. Diddy's Soul Food and Lounge has hosted various community events surrounding … [Read more...] about Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick presents local restaurant with Empire Award for community service
Skoufis Advocates for West-of-Hudson NYC Commuters in “Congestion Pricing” Meeting
Senator James Skoufis spoke on behalf of west-of-Hudson commuters at a public meeting regarding NYC's Central Business District Tolling Program ("congestion pricing") on September 29th. "There is simply inadequate transit from west of Hudson into the business district. There really is very little opportunity to migrate from driving... to train service... I implore the … [Read more...] about Skoufis Advocates for West-of-Hudson NYC Commuters in “Congestion Pricing” Meeting
Skoufis Presents Tomkins Cove Library with $68,000 for Window Replacement
Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) presented the Tomkins Cove Public Library with a $68,000 grant to support replacement of the historic library’s upstairs windows, improving heat retention and general efficiency throughout the building. Erected in the 1870s as the Tomkins Cove Union School--one of very few projects in the area to be constructed with its specific … [Read more...] about Skoufis Presents Tomkins Cove Library with $68,000 for Window Replacement
Skoufis Presents Tomkins Cove Library with $68,000 for Window Replacement
Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) presented the Tomkins Cove Public Library with a $68,000 grant to support replacement of the historic library’s upstairs windows, improving heat retention and general efficiency throughout the building. Erected in the 1870s as the Tomkins Cove Union School--one of very few projects in the area to be constructed with its specific … [Read more...] about Skoufis Presents Tomkins Cove Library with $68,000 for Window Replacement