Money pours into Congress hopefuls’ campaigns
Two Democratic candidates racing to unseat Republican incumbent John Faso outraised him in the third quarter of 2017, indicating plenty of interest in the New York’s 19th congressional district race.
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County legislator apologizes for behavior at traffic stop shown in video
Legislator Jennifer Schwartz Berky said her behavior was “unacceptable” and thanked the officer for his “patience and professionalism” during the 26-minute stop, which was caught on video and released earlier this week.
Foreplay on Kingston’s $10 million grants starts this week
The first working meeting to figure out what the city needs to do to get the money is scheduled for Monday, October 30 at city hall.
Town of Ulster releases video of county legislator’s traffic stop
Dashcam footage of county legislator Jennifer Schwartz Berky receiving a speeding ticket in May was released Tuesday evening. Berky’s lawyers had sought to delay the release of the video, saying it would compromise her ability to receive a fair trial.
Kingston city budget lowers taxes for some
Mayor Steve Noble’s proposed 2018 budget would freeze the city’s tax levy for the second year in a row, creating a small decline in the tax rate for most Kingston property owners.
Town of Ulster considers releasing recording of legislator’s traffic stop
County Legislator Jennifer Schwartz-Berky had a 26-minute exchange with a town police officer during a traffic stop in May. Her attorney is requesting the town delay the release of the tape until after the election.
Central Hudson seeking state OK to charge customers more
Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp., owned by Canadian holding company Fortis Inc., is requesting a 21.2 percent increase in delivery revenues — a total of $63.4 million.
Proliferation of murals raises questions about Kingston’s preservation rules
Since 2010, O+ artists have changed the face of Kingston with 29 murals, prompting some to question why there is little public oversight compared with zoning laws governing property owners. The answer: Murals, though they last for years, are considered impermanent works of art, and are treated as works of art protected by the First Amendment.
County plan aims to help kids headed to court
As part of his 2018 budget address last week, County Executive Mike Hein announced plans for an ambitious new initiative
Kingston GOP drops support for candidate who criticized Native American mural
Kingston Republicans have severed ties with a county legislature candidate who criticized a mural depicting Native Americans for sending a potentially divisive “ethnic message,” rather than celebrating Kingston’s “original heritage.” Campaign Committee Chairman Jerry Brown said, “Her views are her own and have nothing to do with us.”