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Rockland County Legislators Congratulated Tiffany Mason On Her Appointment To The Rockland County Community Services Board’s Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

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Rockland County Legislators congratulated Tiffany Mason after the Multi-Services Committee voted to approve her appointment to the Rockland County Community Services Board’s Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee.
Tiffany was born and raised in Rockland and is the administrative assistant at St. Charles AME Zion Church in Sparkill. She is well known in community circles for her kindness and professionalism, along with her advocacy for people with disabilities. Tiffany’s mother, Monica, and numerous supporters were present for the confirmation vote.
Legislators Toney L. Earl and Aney Paul thanked Tiffany for her willingness to volunteer. Legislator Dana G. Stilley has known Tiffany for some time and urged her to apply to join the committee.
“I’m so grateful that you recognized and stood up and answered the call to serve on this committee,” Legislator Stilley said. “You and I have shared a lot of your own personal journey and I’m confident that you will be an asset to the committee, and therefore an asset to this county, and we appreciate you for your service.”
The County Executive appointed Tiffany to the committee. The Legislature is responsible for confirming all such appointments. The full board is expected to vote in favor of the appointment when it meets on May 21.
The Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee advises the county Mental Health Department and the County Executive’s Office as part of the Department’s work to plan, develop and oversee services for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

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Clarkstown Town Clerk Lauren Marie Wohl Launches Text Alerts for Tax Bill Updates

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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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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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