Stony Point, NY — The Town of Stony Point held its first board meeting of 2026 at the Patriot Hills Community Center, opening with moments of reflection and remembrance and transitioning into a full agenda centered on governance, planning, and community engagement.
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Honoring Community Members
The meeting began with tributes to two beloved residents: Lucy Nix, a long-time community supporter and Rockland County Sheriff’s Department employee, and Leonard Conklin, a Navy veteran and lifelong contributor to Stony Point’s civic life.
Reorganization of Town Government
As the reorganization meeting, the board passed a series of procedural motions including setting the 2026 meeting schedule, confirming official banks and newspapers, and appointing or reappointing key personnel such as planning, zoning, and assessment board members, town historian, registrar officials, and marriage officers.
Community Communication and Transparency
New Town Supervisor Amy Conklin-Stamm announced new measures to improve transparency, including the launch of a town YouTube channel for meeting recordings, active use of Instagram and Facebook, and the continuation of the Stony Point Dispatch newsletter. Residents are encouraged to sign up for email alerts and updates.
Upcoming Infrastructure and Beautification Projects
The long-awaited 9W streetscape improvements are set to begin this year. Preliminary plans include sidewalk repairs, new landscaping, pocket park upgrades, and decorative lighting. Community input will be solicited to shape final designs.
Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
Plans are underway for a town-wide celebration marking the nation’s 250th birthday, including a community carnival and the potential installation of an 80-foot flagpole as a lasting monument.
Public Safety and Community Events
Police Chief presented December’s crime and activity report, highlighting strong community involvement in events like the holiday parade and senior breakfast. The board also approved the Chief’s administrative reports.
Property Maintenance Enforcement
The board addressed multiple property maintenance violations, ultimately approving town-led cleanups at several locations due to ongoing issues with trash and debris. Town officials emphasized maintaining neighborhood standards as a top priority.
Town Operations and Contracts
The board approved several motions related to municipal operations, including engineering proposals for wastewater upgrades, energy contract renewals, and web system maintenance agreements. A public hearing was also scheduled for a sewer extension project.
Civic Engagement Continues
Supervisor announced plans to continue community engagement events like “Coffee with the Supervisor” and shared news of attending a state-level training conference in Albany to better serve in the new role.