Government

Clarkstown Officials Sworn In During Annual Town Board Reorganization Meeting

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4 months ago

January 8, 2026

New City, NY — Clarkstown officials were sworn into office during the town’s annual reorganization meeting.

Officials taking the ceremonial oath included Supervisor George Hoehmann, Councilmen Jon Valentino (Ward 1), Mike Graziano (Ward 2), Don Franchino (Ward 3), Bob Axelrod (Ward 4), Highway Superintendent Bob Milone, and Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl.

The ceremony was presided over by Clarkstown Police Chaplain David Lothrop, with the Clarkstown Police Honor Guard presenting the colors. The Clarkstown South High School Troubadours performed “God Bless America” along with a seasonal musical selection.

Each official was joined by family members at the podium, while government officials, school leaders, and community and business representatives attended in support.

Supervisor Hoehmann said he remains focused on ensuring Clarkstown continues to be a community where residents can live, work, raise families, and prosper, noting an ambitious agenda for the coming term.

Council members and Town Clerk Wohl expressed gratitude to residents for their support and reaffirmed their commitment to serving the community, protecting taxpayers, and maintaining strong municipal services.

The town thanked all participants and attendees. A video of the ceremony is available on the Town of Clarkstown’s Facebook page.

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