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Clarkstown Awarded Nearly $1.6 Million for Nanuet TOD Sidewalk Improvements

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The Town of Clarkstown has been awarded a $1,590,933 grant to fund sidewalk construction and replacement within the Nanuet Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zone, town officials announced. The funding comes through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Climate Smart Communities program.

The project will connect the Nanuet TOD zone with nearby neighborhoods along Church Street and Prospect Street, extending sidewalks to the Nanuet Public Library. The improvements are designed to enhance pedestrian safety and provide walkable access to schools, residential areas, local businesses, and the Nanuet train station, benefiting an estimated 2,500 households.

“This nearly $1.6 million grant will connect over 2,500 residential homes directly to the Nanuet TOD zone and create a safer, more connected sidewalk network for our community,” said Town Supervisor George Hoehmann, who thanked the DEC, town staff, and community members for their support.

Councilman Don Franchino said the investment will strengthen the TOD zone and improve critical pedestrian connections throughout Nanuet, adding that the town remains committed to infrastructure improvements that enhance quality of life.

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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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