Government

Supervisor Hoehmann, Town Board Appoint Michael Bongiorno as Town Justice

Published

3 years ago

August 27, 2023

New City, NY – Supervisor George Hoehmann and the Town Board voted last tonight to appoint Michael Bongiorno as Town Justice to fill the vacancy. Bongiorno is the former Rockland County District Attorney, an accomplished attorney, and a longtime Clarkstown resident.

“Mike is a true public servant and I am proud to put him forward as the next Town Justice,” said Supervisor George Hoehmann. The Town Board and I look forward to working with him as we continue to make Clarkstown a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”

“I am honored for the opportunity to serve the people of Clarkstown as Town Justice and continue my lifetime of community service,” said Michael Bongiorno. “We have one of the busiest Justice Courts in New York State and I am committed to upholding the principles of justice, fairness, and integrity in our community.”

Justice Bongiorno brings with him over four decades of legal experience and over three decades as a prosecutor. From 1981 to 1995 he worked as an Assistant District Attorney in the Manhattan DA’s Office as a Homicide Assistant, Director of Legal training and Deputy Bureau Chief. After serving as Rockland County District Attorney for 12 years, he was the Senior Investigative Counsel for the New York State Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force for four years. He has many years of experience in private legal practice where he assisted often on indigent defense. Bongiorno is a frequent public speaker on legal topics for law enforcement, civic organizations, and state agencies.

Michael Bongiorno received a BA from Yale University and JD from School of Law, Washington and Lee University. He attended the National College of District Attorneys, University of Houston Law Center and has received numerous awards and recognitions throughout this career.

Government

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

Published

7 days ago

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.

Government

Flock Cameras in Rockland County: Safety Tool or Privacy Concern?

Published

1 week ago

August 8, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

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?