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May 31, 2024

Dear Residents -


I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday weekend. For those of you who attended one of the many local parades or ceremonies, thank you for taking the time to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.    


This Saturday, the Pearl River School District is hosting its 2nd Annual Arts in the Park at the Central Avenue Field from 10 am to 2 pm (rain date of Sunday, June 2). As a result, the Pearl River Farmers Market is being moved to the municipal parking lot at S. William Street by the Franklin Avenue School. So why not make it a double header? Check out the nearly 2000 original art projects and listen to musical performances of Pearl River students and then head over to the farmers market for some goodies.  

 

This summer, the Town of Orangetown will once again be offering its “Rock the Park” Summer Concert Series. The first concert is at 7:45 pm on Friday, July 12, 2024, with concerts running through August 16, 2024. Please see below for concert information.  

 

This Sunday, the Blauvelt Lions Club is hosting their 2nd Annual Journey for Sight 5K Run/Walk. It starts at 10:30 am at the Joseph B. Clark Rail Trail entrance behind the Blauvelt Library. This event raises funds for the many vision loss charities that the Lions support. To sign up or donate, click here.

 

This weekend the weather is expected to be sunny and dry, so get outside and enjoy it. And, for those of you with little ones, the splash pad at Veterans Memorial Park is ready and waiting!   



Regards – 

Teresa M. Kenny

Town Supervisor

Town of Orangetown

26 Orangeburg Road

Orangeburg, New York 10962

(845) 359-5100 x 2293

Town of Orangetown

IMPORTANT NEWS




"Rich in History"

Camp Shanks Museum Hours



Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11 am - 3 pm

80th Anniversary of D-Day


June 11 - Public Hearing:


  • Proposed renewal of Cablevision franchise agreement.


June 25 - Public Hearing:


  • Local Law on proposed text amendment to Special Permit Uses to include farm cidery/winery (continued from January 23, 2024, adjourned March 19, 2024 and May 7, 2024, at the request of the applicant). 
  • Proposed zone change for 283 North Middletown Road, Pearl River.

For all future Town Board meetings, please click here.

National Alliance on Mental Illness – NAMI of Rockland 

At the Town Board meeting last week, the Town Board presented Beth Bate-DuBoff, the new Director of NAMI of Rockland, with a proclamation declaring May Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental illness can affect persons of any age, race, religion or socioeconomic status. If you are struggling with your mental health, please call the NAMI helpline at (845) 359-8787.   

Rotary Club of Pearl River

Supervisor Kenny was the guest speaker at the Pearl River Rotary lunch meeting last Thursday. She was introduced by none other than our very own Town Attorney, Rob Magrino, who is also the Rotary President. Supervisor Kenny received a warm welcome from the members and answered many questions.   

Raymond W. DeMeola VFW Memorial Post 1615 

On Sunday, Deputy Town Supervisor Denis Troy, Councilman Jerry Bottari, Superintendent of Highways Jim Dean and other elected officials attended the Veterans Walkway of Heroes Memorial Day Service.   

Pearl River American Legion John H. Secor Post 329 Memorial Day Parade  

On Monday, Supervisor Kenny, Congressman Lawler, Assemblyman McGowan, State Senator Weber, Councilmen Sullivan and Donohue, Justices Loftus and Finning, Superintendent of Highways Jim Dean and County Legislator Ray Sheridan marched in the Memorial Day Parade and attended the service at Braunsdorf Park immediately following.  

Carl A. Schelin Post 1271 American Legion, Tappan and the Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan

Memorial Day Ceremony

On Monday, Supervisor Kenny, Assemblyman McGowan and Superintendent of Highways Jim Dean attended the Memorial Day Service at the Memorial Triangle at the Tappan Reformed Church, where Orangetown resident Richard LaPlaca was acknowledged for all that he does for veterans.   

Orangetown Police Department

With the warmer weather pools are starting to open up around town. Below are some pool safety tips from https://www.poolsafely.gov/ to help everyone enjoy pools safely.


Always Supervise: Never leave children unattended near the water. Designate a responsible adult to watch over swimmers at all times.

Learn to Swim: Ensure that everyone in the family knows how to swim. Enroll in swimming lessons if needed.

Use Barriers: Install fences, covers, and alarms around your pool to prevent accidental drownings.

No Running: Pool decks can be slippery. Encourage everyone to walk, not run, around the pool.

Avoid Alcohol: Avoid drinking alcohol when supervising swimmers or swimming yourself.

Know CPR: Learn CPR and basic first aid. Quick response can save lives in emergencies.

Obey Pool Rules: Follow all posted rules and guidelines at public pools to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

Upcoming Events

Rockland County Events:


To find more events in Orangetown and around Rockland County click here.

Pearl River Farmers Market - EVERY Saturday through to Saturday, November 23, 2024. Awesome vendors every weekend.

Missed Highway's update for this past week? Wondered what they said in past issues? Please click here and stay up to date with what is going on in the Orangetown Highway Department.