Government

Kevin McGuinness Named Rockland County Coordinator of Environmental Resources

Published

10 months ago

January 27, 2024

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Rockland County Executive Ed Day announced that Kevin McGuinness has been named the new Coordinator of Environmental Resources. McGuinness accepts the Coordinator role following a position with Ramboll, an architecture, engineering, and consultancy firm, as a principal scientist. In that role McGuinness was responsible for environmental investigations and appropriate remediation of contamination on former industrial properties.

“I am proud to share the news of this great addition to lead our Division of Environmental Resources. I have no doubt that Kevin McGuinness understands the complexities involved in maintaining our county-owned parklands, specifically preserving, and protecting resources and environment. McGuinness is incredibly qualified with an array of experience conducting environmental remediations and negotiating environmental projects with regulatory agencies and I am confident that experience will ensure he gets the job done,” said County Executive Ed Day.

McGuinness’ other work experience includes being a former Rockland County Parks Commissioner and is currently co-chair of the NY/NJ Trail Conference. In that role he is responsible for the maintenance, improvement, and preservation of 180 miles of the Long Path from New York City to Green County, NY. He additionally manages trail maintainers, supervisors, and trail crew members and meets with stake holders, politicians, and municipalities to aid in the preservation of the existing trail and to acquire open space to further improve the trail.

The Coordinator of Environmental Resources position pays $114,827 annually and requires the confirmation of the Rockland County Legislature.

“The Coordinator of Environmental Resources plays a critical role in managing administrative and managerial functions of Environmental Resources in addition to handling all work related to the parks including security, determinations on granting permits, and enforcement of rules and regulations, to name a few,” explained County Executive Day. “I’m confident McGuinness will guide DER down the right path.”

Community

Rockland Repair Café Residents Can Bring Broken Items To Be Fixed For Free

Published

3 days ago

November 19, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

This event brings together skilled volunteer Repair Coaches and residents seeking to repair household items. Participants are invited to bring items such as lamps, clothing, small appliances, wooden items, small furniture, toys, and electronics for evaluation and repair.

Items powered by gas engines (e.g., lawn mowers, chainsaws, and other gas-powered landscaping equipment) are not eligible for repair. Additionally, computers and digital devices will not be repaired at this event.

Repair Coaches will evaluate and fix items for free, provided the necessary materials are on hand. These talented volunteers are eager to share their expertise, preserving the art of repair while fostering community connections.

“The ability to fix and repair items is becoming a lost art,” said County Executive Ed Day. “The Repair Café not only celebrates this essential skill but also encourages its transfer to the younger generation, ensuring these talents continue to thrive in Rockland County. Events like this reduce landfill waste, foster sustainability, and strengthen our community ties.”

The Rockland Repair Café is a free, youth-friendly event made possible through the support of Rockland Conservation & Service Corps, a program of the Rockland County Youth Bureau, along with Rockland Green, Pearl River United Methodist Church, and the Pearl River Library. Volunteer Repair Coaches from Woodcraft & Willow and IBEW LU 363 will also participate.

For more information, or to confirm if a Repair Coach can fix your item, please call Kathy Galione at (845) 364-2932, or email [email protected].

When: Saturday, November 23rd, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Where: Pearl River United Methodist Church, 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River, NY

Government

UPDATE: Brush Fire At Rockland Lake

Published

4 days ago

November 18, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

George Hoehmann, Town Supervisor Clarkstown has provided an update as of 11:45AM, Sunday November 17th on the brush fire in Rockland Lake State Park along the Hudson River. Numerous fire departments are on scene including Rockland Lake, Congers Fire Department, Valley Cottage Fire Department 22, Nyack, Piermont Fire Department as well as the Clarkstown Police Department battling the blaze. The location of the fire is difficult to access water is being supplied by fireboats from the river and I am informed that the fire is being contained. The photo from the police drone unit demonstrate the area affected. We will post updates as the situation evolves.