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Central Labor Council Backs Day for Re-Election
New City, NY – Ed Day, Rockland County Executive recently received the endorsement of the Rockland County Central Labor Council. The Labor Council is part of the AFL-CIO serves the union families of Rockland County. Union leaders cited Day’s positions on key labor issues affecting the real working families of Rockland as reason for their endorsement. “We…
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Haverstraw recognizes outstanding community members for Hispanic Heritage Month
The Town of Haverstraw celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month and recognized several outstanding members of the Haverstraw community at its most recent Town Board Meeting. Supervisor Howard Phillips and the Haverstraw Town Board presented Distinguished Service Awards to the honorees. Congratulations to the 2021 honorees! Esteven Garcia Diana Mauro William Santiago Dr. Richard Peralta Isidro “Papo”…
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Village of Nyack Broadway Streetscape Updates October 14, 2021
Wednesday, October 6, 2021: The Broadway Streetscape Project began on a pedestrian crosswalk and median island on North Broadway, between Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue. The purpose of the median island is to slow traffic and provide a safe pedestrian access across Broadway. Due to concerns of the Nyack Fire Department, we are currently working…
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Mid-Hudson Economic Development Updates
Hurricane Ida Resources Update Governor Hochul Announces Opening of Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Rockland County Following Approval of Amendment to Major Disaster Declaration New Yorkers in Rockland County Eligible for Individual Assistance Can Access State and Federal Resources In-Person at New Disaster Recovery Center Residents Can Receive Guidance Directly from FEMA and SBA Representatives…
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BE TICK-FREE THIS FALL TO PREVENT ILLNESSES
NEW CITY, NY, – Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert remind residents that as you spend time outside this fall, be sure to protect yourself, your children, and pets from tick bites, especially as you go hiking, hunting, fishing, rake leaves, or take part in other outdoor activities. Be…
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Rockland County Planning Department Outlines “Grave Concerns” with NYS Accessory Dwelling Unit Legislation
New City, NY, – Acting County Planning Department Commissioner Doug Schuetz submitted comments (see attached) ahead of the Public Hearing on the Role of Local Governments in Accessory Dwelling Unit Siting and Assembly Bill A4854 at the direction of County Executive Ed Day. “Our Planning Department detailed myriad problems with this legislation including undermining New York State Home Rule regulations…