Community

There’s More Great News When It Comes To Parkland In Rockland County.

Published

6 months ago

May 29, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

The Open Space Institute has acquired 132 acres in Sloatsburg as part of the Eagle Valley Assemblage conservation project, located in the corridor between Sterling Forest and Harriman State Parks. The project will enhance regional recreational opportunities and protect critical drinking water resources in an area facing heavy development pressure.

OSI intends to convey the land to the County, which is exploring opportunities for it, including creating a new county park with linkages between the Sloatsburg train station and other protected areas such as Harriman State Park, the Town of Ramapo’s Liberty Ridge Park, Eleanor Burlingham County Park, and Dater Mountain County Park.

OSI’s Eagle Valley Assemblage includes the 87-acre Eagle Valley property, which OSI purchased on March 14 for 1.6 million; and the 45-acre Cherso Realty property, which OSI purchased on May 17 for $1.275 million.

The newly protected properties, located within the Nakoma Brook drainage basin, play a critical role in safeguarding the Ramapo Valley Aquifer, which provides a third of Rockland County’s public water supply. The protection of these properties will safeguard downstream drinking water resources identified as priority acquisitions in the Rockland County Comprehensive Plan, Sloatsburg Comprehensive Plan, and the New York State Open Space Plan.

The Rockland County Legislature thanks the Open Space Institute for its amazing efforts!

Community

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

Published

1 day 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

Community

The HVHS Had A Herpetology Expert From The Bronx Zoo Assess The Alligator Found

Published

2 days ago

November 18, 2024

Rockland Report Admin

The rescued alligator has captured a great deal of interest from the community so HVHS wanted to provide an update. “The herpetology expert from the Bronx Zoo was kind enough to come by and take a look at our friend to assess his overall health and “HE” is in pretty good shape! Yes … we have a BOY! We have two names going for him one is “Philippe” the other is “Al E. Gator” and we would like help from the community to weigh in on which name is preferred.” The HVHS continue to support him in warming up. The DEC has been a great help too and they are assisting us with placement which, in NYS, requires specific credentials. Stay tuned for more updates. #hvhsny #haverstrawpd #alligator #safeatthehvhsny #bronxzoo #reptileinnewyork #ittakesavillage #garnervilleny #rescued #grateful