The Sullivan County Legislature has determined that the installation, repair and improvement of electrical services and wiring in residential and commercial structures is a unique occupation requiring experience and skills not commonly required by persons performing other occupations. The improper installation repair and improvement of electrical wiring may create hazardous conditions for the occupants and community. The County Legislature finds the licensing of electricians is a fair and effective method to protect the public. The Board of Electrical Licensing of Sullivan
The County of Sullivan has, over the years, passed through a process of legislative change common to many American communities. While only a few simple laws were necessary at the time of the establishment of the county, subsequent growth of the community, together with the complexity of modern life, has created the need for new and more detailed legislation for the proper function and government of the County.
The Department provides direct services in mental health, alcoholism and MOUD services to all residents of Sullivan County.
It is the legislative intent of this Charter to provide for the orderly government and management of the County of Sullivan. It is also the intent of this Charter to provide for a government that is efficient, effective, accountable, inclusive, open, and environmentally and fiscally responsible. Consistent with this intent, this Charter allocates duties and responsibilities in County Government. This Charter will:
Monticello, NY – The March blizzard and the days which followed proved extraordinarily challenging to many residents of Sullivan County, due not only to the harsh weather and closed roads but the long-lasting blackouts.
Thus legislators will join County Manager Josh Potosek and Deputy County Manager Dan Depew later this month in testifying before the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC). NYS Senator John Bonacic has organized two PSC public hearings for Wednesday, April 25 at the Monticello Firehouse, 23 Richardson Avenue, Monticello – one at 2 p.m., another at 6 p.m.
From the left are Deputy County Manager Dan Depew, District 7 Legislator Joe Perrello, District 9 Legislator Alan Sorensen, District 8 Legislator Ira Steingart, District 6 Legislator and Chairman Luis Alvarez, Maurice Gerry, District 5 Legislator Terri Ward, District 1 Legislator Scott Samuelson, District 3 Legislator Mark McCarthy, District 4 Legislator Catherine Owens, District 2 Legislator and Vice Chair Nadia Rajsz, and County Manager Josh Potosek.
Monticello, NY – Sullivan County has made $150,000 available for municipalities through two new community development incentive programs: Sullivan Signs and the Business-Friendly Zoning & Permitting programs.
The Sullivan Signs Program will assist local municipalities in enhancing the County’s image, identity, and sense of place, and improving visitor experiences, through upgrades and additions to welcome signs, pole or street light banners, historical markers, wayfinding and other types of signage.