Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Legislator Scott Samuelson was elected to the executive committee of the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) this month in Syracuse as part of the Association’s 2017 Annual Meeting.

NYSAC represents New York’s 57 counties and the City of New York in Albany and Washington on matters germane to county governments, and informs county officials and the public about issues that impact county governments across the state. 

Liberty, NY – Joseph Todora, Commissioner of the Sullivan County Division of Health and Family Services, is pleased to announce the reorganization of the County Social Services fraud unit.  

The new unit has been titled the Sullivan County Welfare Fraud Task Force. The Task Force incorporates resources from the District Attorney’s Office, the Sheriff’s Office and the Special Investigations Unit at Family Services.

Monticello, NY – Sullivan County is, as the folk tune says, “working on the railroad” – the O&W Railroad!  

The main line of the former New York, Ontario & Western Railway (O&W) runs for 50 miles through the scenic heart of Sullivan County, with an additional spur from Monticello to the Orange County border (and ultimately Port Jervis) in the Neversink River valley. 

Hurleyville, NY — Bodies come in all shapes, sizes and abilities, yet many are underrepresented on the stage and screen. 

If you are looking for a more meaningful film and performance experience, please join us at the Hurleyville Arts Centre on Oct. 13 & 14 for an inclusive dance and film event, “ON DISPLAY with A Taste of ReelAbilities,” sponsored by the Human Rights Commission of Sullivan County.

Monticello, NY – Two American territories were hit by Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria within two weeks of each other, and both Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands experienced extreme devastation. More than 3.5 million United States citizens are currently suffering apocalyptic conditions, and many people in Sullivan County have relatives and friends who are affected.

Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Department of Solid Waste and Recycling wants to remind residents and businesses that unwanted latex paint should be managed properly before throwing it away.  

Phillipsport, NY - The Sullivan County Division of Public Works is pleased to announce the opening of the new extension of Depot Road in the Town of Mamakating that now connects directly to State Route 209 without the use of a bridge. 

Jeffersonville, NY - The Sullivan County Division of Public Works has successfully completed the replacement of County Bridge 98 that is located approximately 200 feet north of the intersection of County Road 144 (Briscoe Rd.) and Willi Hill Rd. The road is open to traffic.

Liberty, NY – As part of the recently announced group effort to stop fraud, waste and abuse, the Sullivan County Welfare Fraud Task Force has made the following arrests:

•    September 27, 2017 – Daniel L. Davis Jr., 43, of Liberty was arrested and charged with the Class A Misdemeanor of Non Support of a Child 2nd. It is alleged that Davis owes $41,621.32 in unpaid child support. Davis was arraigned in the Town of Liberty Court and released pending a future court date.

Monticello, NY – Legislators are hosting two public information meetings this month on the Charter Review Commission’s findings and final report, including the Commission’s recommendation for a County Executive form of government.

The first meeting will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 2:30 p.m. in the Legislative Hearing Room on the second floor of the Government Center in Monticello. The second meeting will be held on Thursday, October 26 at 6 p.m. in the same location. Charter Review Commission members will be available to answer questions.