Government

Clarkstown Awarded $315K USDOT Grant for Traffic Safety Plan

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3 months ago

January 13, 2026

Clarkstown Town Supervisor George Hoehmann and Congressman Mike Lawler announced that the Town of Clarkstown has secured $315,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program to conduct its first comprehensive townwide traffic safety study.

The grant will fund the development of a Safety Action Plan aimed at identifying high-priority crash locations and recommending short-, medium-, and long-term safety improvements. The study will analyze crash data, map traffic patterns, and assess roadway conditions using evidence-based methods.

Community engagement will be a key component, with workshops planned in all four council wards, stakeholder advisory committees, and surveys distributed to residents and businesses. The findings will help the Planning and Traffic Board establish a points-based system to prioritize traffic safety projects, from improved signage to infrastructure upgrades.

“Ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors who drive on Clarkstown roads is a top priority,” Hoehmann said, noting the importance of federal support in launching the town’s first comprehensive safety plan.

Lawler said the funding will enable Clarkstown to take a data-driven approach to improving traffic and pedestrian safety, enhancing quality of life throughout Rockland County.

Government

Rockland County Urges Water Conservation as Climate Change Impacts Supply

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5 days ago

April 19, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

NEW CITY, NY — The Rockland County Task Force on Water Resources Management is encouraging residents to learn how climate change is affecting water availability and what steps they can take to protect the county’s supply.

Experts say climate change is increasingly being viewed as a water crisis, as rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns lead to stronger storms, flooding, and drought. Although water covers much of the planet, less than one percent of freshwater is readily available for human use, making conservation critical.

Rockland County depends entirely on local surface and groundwater sources to serve homes, schools, businesses, and healthcare facilities. As the population grows and climate conditions evolve, officials say responsible water use is essential to maintaining a stable supply.

“Protecting our water supply is essential to the long-term health and economic stability of Rockland County,” said Ed Day. “Education and conservation are key tools that help ensure our water resources remain reliable for future generations.”

💧 Simple Ways to Conserve Water

Residents can make a meaningful impact with small, everyday actions:

Fix household leaks promptly
Take shorter showers
Turn off the tap while brushing teeth
Use water-efficient appliances
Plant native or drought-tolerant landscaping
Water lawns and gardens efficiently

Reducing water use also lowers energy consumption, since energy is required to pump, treat, and heat water—helping cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Officials encourage residents to follow the task force online for updates, resources, and conservation tips. More information is available through the county’s water conservation program.

Government

Rockland County Offers Free Mosquito Dunks and Minnows to Fight Summer Mosquitoes

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5 days ago

April 19, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is giving residents two free tools to fight mosquitoes:

1. Mosquito Dunks®

Donut-shaped tablets placed in standing water
Kill mosquito larvae before they become biting adults
Safe for use in:
- Unused/covered pools
- Hot tubs
- Other stagnant water containers

2. Fathead minnows

Small fish that eat mosquito larvae (up to ~200 per day each)
Good for:
- Unused pools
- Ornamental ponds
- Water sources with at least 8 inches of water