The new structure will be significantly wider, with no overhead superstructure and a new sidewalk, affording motorists and pedestrians alike a clearer view of the scenic falls.
The organization wants to cultivate a more extensive and committed community of Nordic skiers and “brand” New Paltz as a cross-county ski Mecca like Boulder, Colorado or Bozeman, Montana.
As it stands now, different waste-carting companies pick up from their customers on different days. That means there’s almost always garbage cans at the side of the road, adding to visual and odor pollution, as well as large, noisy trucks rumbling up and down streets.
A group called the Friends of New Paltz has criticized the law, saying it paves the way for overdevelopment.
The application to perform at the inauguration was submitted months before the outcome was decided and the performance would be an excellent showcase for the band. But many students are questioning whether participation would be a tacit endorsement of Donald Trump, whom they link to intolerance.
Clinton’s appearance was described as “very sad-looking,” “a bit down,” “depressed” or “forlorn,” but perhaps she was just spacing out after a spa session.
Does the community believe students should start school later? We’ll find out.
This year comes to a close with Village of New Paltz officials singing a happy tune, after more than $1.2 million in state funding was awarded for community projects.
In just five years the number of locally controlled hospitals has shrunk from two, to one, and then to zero.
Topics include Common Core, funding, capital projects, mumps and water quality.