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Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann Announces Tenative 2024 Budget with Zero Tax Increase

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NEW CITY, NY – Town of Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann announced today a flat town budget, with a zero percentage increase for 2024. Clarkstown is the only town in Rockland County to deliver no tax increase this year.

Highlights of the 2024 proposed budget include:

-Flat budget, ZERO % tax increase

-Hires an additional Code Enforcement Officer, setting a record in Rockland for the largest town Code Enforcement Department in county history.

-Greenest budget in Town history – eliminates nearly 1 million pages of printed materials that will be shifted to online and digital formats saving taxpayers money and protecting our environment.

-Increases Police funding by 2.3%

-Increases Volunteer EMS funding by 13.9%

-Increases Parks and Recreation funding

-Maintains all essential services

Supervisor George Hoehmann stated, “Since day one, my main priority has been to protect Clarkstown taxpayers. That is why I am proud to deliver a flat budget with a zero percent tax increase. The 2024 budget includes an additional Code Enforcement Officer, making Clarkstown Code Enforcement the largest local Code Enforcement Department in the history of the county. The budget eliminates nearly 1 million pages of printed materials – ensuring the greenest budget in Town history. We increased spending for our renowned Police Department and Parks Department and maintained the top notch essential services that Clarkstown residents expect and deserve. Our 2024 budget protects taxpayers’ pocketbooks, neighborhoods, and safety.”

Hoehmann continued, “In my tenure as Supervisor, I am proud that this is our third flat budget, with two additional budgets that cut taxes. During these turbulent economic times this budget puts taxpayers first by maintaining the high level of local services Clarkstown residents are accustomed to while keeping taxes flat.”

The 2024 budget presentation will occur on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 7 PM. The 2024 budget covers the full 2024 fiscal year January 1 – December 31, 2024.

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Clarkstown Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl Launches Text Alerts for Tax Bill Updates

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August 9, 2026

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CLARKSTOWN, NY — Beginning with the new tax season on September 1, the Clarkstown Town Clerk’s Office will offer residents a new and convenient way to receive updates about their tax bills directly by text message.

Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl announced that residents can opt in to the service by texting “TAXINFO” to 845-644-6899.

Once a resident’s tax bill is ready, those enrolled will receive a text message containing a link. Residents can then enter their property address to view their tax bill and, if they choose, make a payment online.

The new text notification system does not replace traditional mailed tax bills. Residents who sign up for the service will continue to receive their regular tax bill in the mail. The text alerts are intended to provide an additional and more convenient way for residents to know when their bills are available and access their information.

“Residents asked for a simpler way to receive tax bill information, and I’m proud that we were able to make it happen,” Wohl said.

Residents with questions about the new service can contact the Clarkstown Town Clerk’s Office at 845-639-2010.

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Flock Cameras in Rockland County: Safety Tool or Privacy Concern?

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August 8, 2026

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Flock cameras have become an increasingly debated topic across the country, including here in Rockland County.

Flock cameras are automated license plate readers used by law enforcement to capture license plates and vehicle characteristics as vehicles pass by. Police can use the information to assist with investigations, including locating stolen vehicles, identifying vehicles associated with wanted suspects, helping find missing people and developing leads following crimes.

One of the cameras pictured is located outside The Shops at Nanuet in Clarkstown. A graphic from the website DeFlock also shows reported camera locations throughout the area.

Supporters say the technology can give police an important investigative tool and help solve crimes more quickly. Critics, however, have raised concerns about privacy and the collection of information about where people drive, even when they are not suspected of committing a crime.

The debate ultimately comes down to a question of public safety versus privacy.

What do you think? Are Flock cameras a valuable tool for law enforcement, or are they an intrusion on your privacy?

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