Government

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

Published

3 years ago

September 29, 2023

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.

Government

Rockland County Urges Water Conservation as Climate Change Impacts Supply

Published

6 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

Published

6 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