After County Administrator Shaun Groden heard the concerns of School Superintendents for districts serving county students, Vice-Chairman Matthew Luvera issued an official request for relief from NYS requirements to Governor Kathy Hochul. The February 16th letter requests “an urgent end”…
Statewide Mask Mandate Lifted for Private Businesses Beginning Thursday, February 10th
During a live press conference today, NYS Governor Hochul announced the lifting of the statewide mask mandate for private businesses beginning Thursday February 10th. Business owners are empowered to set their own policies regarding mask and vaccine requirements. The statewide…
Greene County Legislature Resolution Supports Limiting NYC Watershed Land Acquisition
In their first full session of 2022, the Greene County Legislature unanimously adopted a resolution designed to limit the ability of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection to purchase more land in Greene County. Resolution 13-22 adds Greene…
Nominations Sought for 2022 Youth of the Year Award
Greene County Legislature Dedicates Legislative Chambers in Honor of Frank P. Stabile, Jr.
On Wednesday, December 15th 2021, retiring legislator William B. Lawrence (District 8 -Cairo) presided over the dedication of the Greene County Legislature’s Chambers in remembrance of the man largely responsible for its planning and construction. Frank Stabile, who passed away…
Greene County Announces Plans for Design and Construction of a New Criminal Justice Center
On December 15th, 2021, the Greene County Legislature released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural and Engineering Services for the design and construction of a new Criminal Justice Center (CJC). The CJC is to be located behind the County…
Governor Hochul Announces Major Action to Address Winter Surge and Prevent Business Disruption as COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations Rise Statewide
Masks will now be required to be worn in all indoor public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement – extending to both the patrons and staff of these businesses. This measure is effective Dec. 13, 2021 until…
NYS Empire State Development Grant Funding Awards Announced for Three Greene County Businesses
Three revitalization and renovation projects (two in the town of Catskill, and one in the town of Windham) have been awarded a total of $1.86 Million in New York State ESD grants as part of the 11th round of Regional…
Resolution # 280-21 – Approving Standard Workday For Elected & Appointed Officials For Retirement Purposes
Greene County Veteran of the Year: Thomas James Andreassen
At the Honor a Veteran Ceremony that took place at the Historic Catskill Point on November 6th, the Greene County Legislature honored Equipment Operator Petty Officer 2nd Class Thomas James Andreassen as the Greene County Veteran of the Year. At…