Fraud Task Force Announces Another Round of Arrests
Liberty, NY – The Sullivan County Welfare Fraud Task Force has made the following arrests:
New, Upgraded Welcome SIgns Will Pop Up Across the County
A proposed but incomplete concept of a Town of Liberty welcome sign
Monticello, NY – More than 50 welcome signs and historical markers will be installed across the County through the new Sullivan Signs program.
The Sullivan County Legislature awarded 13 towns and villages with funding for projects in the program’s inaugural year. There will not be a second round as the funding has been completely subscribed, leveraging over $140,000 in total project costs.
Coupons Available for Local Farmers' Markets
Monticello, NY – The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program provides an opportunity for eligible seniors to support local farmers and improve nutritional health by increasing their consumption of locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs.
The Sullivan County Office for the Aging currently offers Farmers’ Market Coupon Booklets containing five $4 coupons, for a total of $20. Coupons are valid through November 1, 2018 at participating Farmers’ Markets.
Mercury Thermostats Now Accepted Year-Round
Monticello, NY – Sullivan County’s Department of Solid Waste & Recycling is pleased to announce that mercury thermostats are now accepted year-round at all County-operated transfer stations. Previously, these items were only accepted at Household Hazardous Waste collection days.
Melissa Stickle Named Director of Sullivan County Community Services
Liberty, NY – Sullivan County Division of Health & Family Services Commissioner Joseph Todora is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Stickle as Director of the Sullivan County Department of Community Services.
Effective June 1, 2018, the appointment was confirmed Thursday, June 14, by the Sullivan County Legislature, and Stickle takes over the role from Todora himself.
“I am pleased and honored to appoint Melissa as Director, a title I’ve been privileged to have for over 17 years,” he remarked. “I look forward to working with her in her new role.”
Federal Primary Is Next Week
Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Board of Elections reminds registered voters with the Democratic Party or the Women’s Equality Party that a Federal Primary Election is coming Tuesday, June 26, 2018 for voters within the 19th U.S. Congressional District (which includes all of Sullivan County).
Multiple candidates are seeking votes, and polls will be open Countywide from noon until 9 p.m. For more information, please contact the Board of Elections at 845-807-0400.
Liberty, Thompson Improving Business Zoning; More Funds Available
Monticello, NY – The towns of Liberty and Thompson will soon be launching projects under the County’s new Business-Friendly Zoning & Permitting Program. Both were awarded funding to improve their zoning and permitting processes, and the Division of Planning and Community Development has funds still available for municipalities who wish to do the same.
Legislature Bestows Award on Camp Simcha for All Its Help
Benzion Brown of Camp Simcha in Glen Spey was honored recently by the Legislature (including Vice Chair Nadia Rajsz, pictured) for the Camp's unfailing community support and willingness to operate as a shelter during several recent disastrous storms.
Singer, Sailor, Songwriter Coming to County Museum
Hurleyville, NY – Thanks to a grant from the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, the Sullivan County Historical Society will present the fourth program in its new series of monthly music and history concerts.
The July 1st event will feature Hurleyville resident Rick Nestler and will take place from 2-3 p.m. at the Sullivan County Museum, 265 Main Street, Hurleyville.
Wanted: Contaminated Properties
Monticello, NY – Do you suspect a property in Monticello, Liberty or South Fallsburg may be contaminated by hazardous materials? Help Sullivan County’s Division of Planning & Community Development identify these sites, with the goal of cleaning up and redeveloping them.