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A Message from Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger
Welcome to the new Ulster County Executive Newsletter! If you’re receiving this, you’ve signed up for our newsletters in the past. We're excited to have this resource to share initiatives and updates, such as the 2024 Executive Budget, the new Housing Action Fund, projects in need of community input via Participate Ulster, and other October Highlights across the County. Check out what’s happening!
Warm regards,
Jen Metzger
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Important Public Hearing THIS WEEK on Central Hudson Rate Hike!
Central Hudson is proposing an outrageous rate hike–16.4% for electricity and 19% for gas service. County Executive Metzger successfully advocated with the Public Service Commission for an in-person hearing so that our residents and businesses can make their voices heard. The hearing will be held this Thursday, October 18 (6 pm) at the Restorative Justice Center, 733 Broadway in Kingston. You do not need to register in advance to speak. Comments are typically limited to three minutes. Spanish translation is available.
Street parking may be limited. UCAT shuttle service will be available for parking at the Hannaford's plaza. Call our office for information, including on transit options to and from Ellenville: (845) 334-8458.
On October 3, Ulster County Executive Metzger unveiled the 2024 Executive Budget for Ulster County in a budget address in the Town of Marlborough. The budget proposes significant investments to improve bridges and roads and tackles challenges communities face related to housing, climate protection, mental health, and more – all while not raising property taxes. The proposed budget, delivered to the County Legislature for review and final approval, paves the way for a brighter future for Ulster County.
Ulster County’s New Housing Action Fund
Ulster County is tackling housing affordability head-on with County Executive Jen Metzger's "Housing Action Fund" (HAF). Approved by the Ulster County Legislature on August 15, this groundbreaking initiative kickstarts with an initial $15 million allocation from the County's surplus budget. The HAF will provide gap funding to catalyze development of housing that is energy-efficient, climate-responsible, and, most importantly, affordable to our residents.
Join us on our new web-based platform to learn about– and weigh in on— County projects, programs, and issues that directly affect your community, from housing initiatives to rail crossing safety to farmland protection.
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Ulster County Inter-Agency Council on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking invites you to the 11th Annual Domestic Violence Information Forum - "When It Feels Personal: Reflections on Identifying and Assisting Victims of Domestic Violence in the Workplace and Beyond." Hear from Ulster County service providers as they share their experiences and insights on cases that shaped their perspective in assisting victims of domestic violence. This event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is recommended.
Early voting in this year’s elections for local and County offices and the State Supreme Court runs from Saturday, October 28 through Sunday, November 5. For times and locations, as well as ballot information, visit the Ulster County Board of Elections (BOE) website. Election Day is Tuesday, November 7. Be sure to make your plan to vote!
Ulster County is NOW hiring!
Consider a career in public service, and earn a living by making a difference. We’re hiring nurses, engineers, accountants, bus drivers, grant writers, and more.
Visit the civil service portal and apply today to join our team.
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Now Hiring Election Inspectors
The Ulster County Board of Elections is excited to announce a call for dedicated individuals to join our team as Election Inspectors for the upcoming election season! By becoming an Election Inspector, you can actively contribute to the smooth functioning of the voting process, help your fellow citizens exercise their right to vote, and safeguard the integrity of our elections while also earning some extra income.
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