Government

Supervisor Hoehmann, Town Board Appoint Michael Bongiorno as Town Justice

Published

1 year ago

August 27, 2023

Rockland Report Admin

New City, NY – Supervisor George Hoehmann and the Town Board voted last tonight to appoint Michael Bongiorno as Town Justice to fill the vacancy. Bongiorno is the former Rockland County District Attorney, an accomplished attorney, and a longtime Clarkstown resident.

“Mike is a true public servant and I am proud to put him forward as the next Town Justice,” said Supervisor George Hoehmann. The Town Board and I look forward to working with him as we continue to make Clarkstown a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”

“I am honored for the opportunity to serve the people of Clarkstown as Town Justice and continue my lifetime of community service,” said Michael Bongiorno. “We have one of the busiest Justice Courts in New York State and I am committed to upholding the principles of justice, fairness, and integrity in our community.”

Justice Bongiorno brings with him over four decades of legal experience and over three decades as a prosecutor. From 1981 to 1995 he worked as an Assistant District Attorney in the Manhattan DA’s Office as a Homicide Assistant, Director of Legal training and Deputy Bureau Chief. After serving as Rockland County District Attorney for 12 years, he was the Senior Investigative Counsel for the New York State Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force for four years. He has many years of experience in private legal practice where he assisted often on indigent defense. Bongiorno is a frequent public speaker on legal topics for law enforcement, civic organizations, and state agencies.

Michael Bongiorno received a BA from Yale University and JD from School of Law, Washington and Lee University. He attended the National College of District Attorneys, University of Houston Law Center and has received numerous awards and recognitions throughout this career.

Community

Rockland Repair Café Residents Can Bring Broken Items To Be Fixed For Free

Published

4 days ago

November 19, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

This event brings together skilled volunteer Repair Coaches and residents seeking to repair household items. Participants are invited to bring items such as lamps, clothing, small appliances, wooden items, small furniture, toys, and electronics for evaluation and repair.

Items powered by gas engines (e.g., lawn mowers, chainsaws, and other gas-powered landscaping equipment) are not eligible for repair. Additionally, computers and digital devices will not be repaired at this event.

Repair Coaches will evaluate and fix items for free, provided the necessary materials are on hand. These talented volunteers are eager to share their expertise, preserving the art of repair while fostering community connections.

“The ability to fix and repair items is becoming a lost art,” said County Executive Ed Day. “The Repair Café not only celebrates this essential skill but also encourages its transfer to the younger generation, ensuring these talents continue to thrive in Rockland County. Events like this reduce landfill waste, foster sustainability, and strengthen our community ties.”

The Rockland Repair Café is a free, youth-friendly event made possible through the support of Rockland Conservation & Service Corps, a program of the Rockland County Youth Bureau, along with Rockland Green, Pearl River United Methodist Church, and the Pearl River Library. Volunteer Repair Coaches from Woodcraft & Willow and IBEW LU 363 will also participate.

For more information, or to confirm if a Repair Coach can fix your item, please call Kathy Galione at (845) 364-2932, or email [email protected].

When: Saturday, November 23rd, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Where: Pearl River United Methodist Church, 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River, NY

Government

UPDATE: Brush Fire At Rockland Lake

Published

5 days ago

November 18, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

George Hoehmann, Town Supervisor Clarkstown has provided an update as of 11:45AM, Sunday November 17th on the brush fire in Rockland Lake State Park along the Hudson River. Numerous fire departments are on scene including Rockland Lake, Congers Fire Department, Valley Cottage Fire Department 22, Nyack, Piermont Fire Department as well as the Clarkstown Police Department battling the blaze. The location of the fire is difficult to access water is being supplied by fireboats from the river and I am informed that the fire is being contained. The photo from the police drone unit demonstrate the area affected. We will post updates as the situation evolves.