Monticello, NY –Sullivan County’s Senior Games return this September, and while contestants are welcome, organizers are especially seeking volunteers to help put on the popular annual event.
A bevy of friendly competitive sports will be on tap at the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center in Monticello, and equally friendly and able folks are needed to assist with setup, organization, and breakdown.
Monticello, NY – Thanks to those involved in the County’s transportation coordination and grantwriting efforts, the State and Federal governments are giving Sullivan County $125,000 to improve public transportation.
A 20-passenger bus will be purchased with $78,000 of that funding, while the remaining $47,000 will help cover operating expenses. Combined with a request for proposals due last month from potential private operators, this will lead to an expanded public transit system.
Monticello, NY – While those content with their standard New York State driver’s licenses won’t have to change their renewal habits, either a “Real ID” or an “Enhanced Driver’s License” (EDL) will be required to board a domestic flight, enter a military base or access a federal building after October 2020.
“It will be a bit of an inconvenience at first for most licensed drivers,” acknowledged County Clerk Daniel Briggs. “To get a Real ID or EDL, you will need to go to a DMV Office. You cannot get those online, by phone, or through the mail.”
Deborah Allen, left, and Stephanie Brown
Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Manager Josh Potosek is pleased to announce that current Public Health Services employee Stephanie Brown will become the Office for the Aging’s new director this Monday, July 2. She replaces Deborah Allen, who is retiring today after nearly 40 years of service with the County.
Liberty, NY – Sullivan County Public Health Director Nancy McGraw urges Sullivan County residents to know the signs of heat-related illness and to protect themselves during the heat wave expected to last through this weekend into next week.
“Summer time heat can be dangerous,” she cautions. “People can be at risk of serious health effects from heat exhaustion or heat stroke.”
Those who are most at risk from the heat are:
Liberty, NY – The Sullivan County Welfare Fraud Task Force has made the following arrests:
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.
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.
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.
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.”