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City of Kingston
Newsletter
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Mayor's Message
Dear Friends,
This week's issue of my newsletter includes a few items from our community partners that I thought would be of interest to you. As you will see, RUPCO is leading a number of efforts to assist residents struggling to keep up with growing energy costs. In addition, I am happy to help get the word out about the advanced manufacturing career fair scheduled for next week. I often meet with our not for profit and educational partners to learn about their current initiatives and to communicate with them concerns or needs that local residents have shared with me. Energy costs and career training/opportunities are typically high on the list of constituent concerns. Please consider joining our community partners to take advantage of these wonderful opportunities or share these resources with your friends and neighbors who may benefit.
On a separate note, thank you to each of you who have already participated in our short budget survey. The responses have been incredible. I will be keeping the survey open until mid-September, so if you haven't already, please make sure your voice is heard by
filling out the survey now. Thank you!
-Steve
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Uptown Parking Lot Work Continues
The overhaul of the first of two parking lots on North Front St. is well underway, with work progressing each day. The project will wrap up later in September. Until then, thank you for your patience while these lots undergo these necessary improvements!
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Community Survey on Budget Priorities Launched
As a follow up to Kingston's first community budget forum,
the City has
launched a short survey to solicit feedback from community members about their priorities in regards to the budget and services. This anonymous and confidential survey takes only a few moments to complete. The results of this survey will be made available to the Mayor and the Common Council so that they may use this input as they craft and revise the proposed 2017 budget, as well as future budgets.
Please take the short survey
here. The survey will be open until September 16th.
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Solar Installation Program in the City of Kingston
Have you ever thought about going solar? Did it seem too expensive?
RUPCO, in partnership with GRID Alternatives Tri-State and the City of Kingston, is leading a solar installation program in the City of Kingston. This program is specifically designed for eligible families living on low or fixed incomes, generally 80% of Ulster County's Average Median Income (AMI).
To learn more, call Michael D'Arcy at 845-331-2140 Ext: 267 or email:
mdarcy@rupco.org
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Mayor Noble Announces Request for Qualifications for Three City-owned Properties
Mayor Steve Noble is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for three separate parcels owned by the City of Kingston.
The parcels are identified in the RFQ as the "Former Uptown Parking Garage Site" (21 North Front St. and Odd Side of Schwenk Drive, SBL# 48.80-1-26); "North Front Street Parking Lot, North Side" (65-77 North Front St., SBL #48.314-2-16); and "North Front Street Parking Lot, South Side" (72-82 North Front St., SBL # 48.330-3-3(4)(5); 178 Green St., SBL #48.330-3-29; 69-71 Crown St., SBL #48.330-3-9.)
The City is seeking a highly qualified developer to propose signature mixed-use project(s) which will enhance and complement the current structures and use patterns existent in the neighborhood. The City is seeking responses which will enhance the Uptown Business District's viability through the expansion of housing/lodging and commercial/retail opportunities. The proposals should reflect the administration's vision for a vibrant urban project which creates a sense of place sufficient to knit the proposed project with the surround historic district and nearby historic properties. The City will consider these parcels separately or jointly.
A Developers Conference has been scheduled for September 15, 2016 at 1:00pm at 21 North Front St. The RFQ is due to the Purchasing Office at City Hall on October 27, 2016 at 11:00am.
Additional Information:
Mayor Noble's Full Press Release
Request for Qualifications
RFQ Question Form
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Upcoming Municipal Meetings
Tuesday, August 30th
Climate Smart Kingston
4:30pm
City Hall, Common Council Chambers
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Advanced Manufacturing Career Fair to be held in City of Kingston
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Hop on the Weekend Shuttle
FRIDAY SERVICES
5:00pm-10:30pm
1st Location Departs at the Top of the Hour;
Last Location Departs on the ½ hour
From Uptown to Downtown:
- Intersection of North Front St. and Wall St.
- Departs at 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm, 10:00pm
- Academy Green
- 721 Broadway
- Ulster Performing Arts Center/601 Broadway
- In front of Yosman Towers/295 Broadway
- In front of ASK/97 Broadway
- Intersection of Abeel St. and Broadway
- Foot of Broadway
From Downtown to Uptown:
- Heritage Area Visitors Center/Ulster County Tourism
- Departs at 5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm, 9:30pm
- In front of Dermot Mahoney's/40 Broadway
- Intersection of Garraghan Drive and Broadway
- In front of Rondout Savings Bank/300 Broadway
- Intersection of Broadway and Cornell St.
- In front of The Anchor/744 Broadway
- In front of Governor Clinton
- Intersection of North Front and Wall St.
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SATURDAY SERVICES
Noon-10:00pm
1st Location Departs at the Top of the Hour;
Last Location Departs on the ½ hour
From Uptown to Downtown:
- Intersection of North Front St. and Wall St.
- Departs at Noon, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm
- Academy Green
- 721 Broadway
- Ulster Performing Arts Center/601 Broadway
- In front of Yosman Towers/295 Broadway
- In front of ASK/97 Broadway
- Intersection of Abeel St. and Broadway
- Foot of Broadway
- Kingston Point Beach
- Hutton Brickyards
From Downtown to Uptown:
- Hutton Brickyards
- Departs at 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm (Last departure from this location is at 6:30pm.)
- Kingston Point Beach (Last departure at 6:35pm.)
- Heritage Area Visitors Center/Ulster County Tourism
- At 7:30pm, 8:30pm, and 9:30pm, this is the first pick up location from Downtown
- In front of Dermot Mahoney's/40 Broadway
- Intersection of Garraghan Drive and Broadway
- In front of Rondout Savings Bank/300 Broadway
- Intersection of Broadway and Cornell St.
- In front of The Anchor/744 Broadway
- In front of Governor Clinton
- Intersection of North Front and Wall St.
The shuttle operates on a continuous loop with no service breaks. Riders can "hop on, hop off" along the route. Instead of a per-ride fee, riders can access the shuttle as many times as they would like during the service times for a one-time cost of $2 for the entire day. While riders are encouraged to go to the closest pick up location, the shuttle can be flagged along the route and riders can hop on.
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Through the Mayor's Lens
Kingston Point BMX was home to the Mega Point State Qualifier this past weekend. Mayor Noble joined the many fans cheering on as participants from throughout the region competed on the track. It was a great weekend to enjoy another one of Kingston's amazing and unique assets!
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Community Workshop Focuses on Reducing Home Energy Costs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I pay online?
You can pay your parking tickets, water bill, property taxes and park reservations online. Our website will walk you through the process
Is it a recycling week? Or is yard waste picked up this week?
Our Department of Public Works refuse and recycling schedule can be found
How do I contact my alderman?
A full listing of Common Council members, including contact information and assigned committees can be found
Is the City hiring?
All employment opportunities and exam announcements can be found
Have a question?
E-mail us and we'll work to get it answered ASAP. It may even be featured under this FAQs section!
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Mayor Steven T. Noble | City of Kingston | 845.334.3902 |
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