Mailers showing Dem DA hopeful with convicted felon spark controversy
Ulster County Democratic District Attorney hopeful Dave Clegg is dealing with the fallout this week after a George Soros-backed political
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Ulster County Legislature: Three-way race for District 2 in Saugerties
The race for the Ulster County Legislature’s second district in Saugerties features three candidates vying to replace outgoing incumbent Joe Maloney. First time candidate Al Bruno will appear on the Republican and Conservative party lines. Current Town Board member John Schoonmaker will run on the Democratic Party line while former county lawmaker Chris Allen holds the Working Families and Independence lines and that of his self-created “Nonpartisan party.”
Ulster considers banning county employees from holding elected office
According to the wording of the proposed law, which was co-sponsored by legislators Joe Maloney of Saugerties and Ken Ronk of Shawangunk, the bill’s intent is to “assist in avoiding any conflicts of interest, division of loyalty, and/or appearances of impropriety.” Currently, the only county employee who would be affected by this action is Dan Torres, the assistant deputy county executive, who also serves on the New Paltz Town Board. As such, Resolution 374 has been termed by many as the “Dan Torres Law.”
Ulster County Legislature: Wawro vs. Levine in District 1
Conservative incumbent Mary Wawro is looking for her fifth term, but she has to get past Aaron Levine. District I is the largest Saugerties district by area, and includes areas north, west, and southwest of the village.
Ulster lawmakers hold off on censuring legislator for sexual harassment
A county-commissioned report stated that an investigation by an Albany law firm found longtime New Paltz legislator Hector Rodriguez was likely guilty of sexually harassing women and other misconduct.
Ulster County Sheriff’s Department gets state grant for body cameras
Attorney General Letitia James today presented the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office with a check for $69,750 for body cameras. The grant will fund the purchase of 93 cameras.
Saugerties recognized for “climate smart” actions
Saugerties became the first township and the second municipality in Ulster County to become a New York State Certified Climate Smart Community this month, a status achieved after the amassing of a number of points earned by taking steps laid out by the program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reinforce climate resilience.
Where to vote early in Ulster County
For nine days, October 26 through November 3, you can vote at one of seven polling sites around Ulster County. Hours of operation vary, but include a mix of day, evening and weekend hours.
Saugerties supervisor race heats up
With just over a month to go, candidates Fred Costello Jr. and Paul Andreassen have stepped up attacks on one another.
Notes from the Saugerties Village Board
Topics include: Discussion continues over whether to process outside solid waste at sewer plant; contract signed to replace bluestone sidewalks along Main St.; no plumbers’ reciprocity.