Weekly E-Newsletter, September 18, 2020
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Dear Residents -
What a welcome sight it was to see school buses on the road this week. A sure sign that we are moving forward.
If you haven't yet done so, please make sure to complete your Census. Your response matters. The deadline is September 30th. And speaking of September 30th, please make sure to pay your school taxes to the Town Clerk. That deadline is September 30th as well. You can mail in your check, pay on-line or drop your check into the lockbox that is located outside of the Town Clerk's office.
Just a reminder that we still have one more concert left. Asbury Fever (Bruce Springsteen cover band) was rescheduled from September 10th to this coming Thursday, September 24th. Make sure you come out and enjoy the night.
To all my friends who celebrate Rosh Hashanah, wishing you a happy and sweet New Year, L'Shana Tova!
Respectfully,
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Teresa M. Kenny
Town Supervisor
Town of Orangetown
26 Orangeburg Road
Orangeburg, New York 10962
(845) 359-5100 x 2293
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This Tuesday, September 22, 2020, there will be a Town Board Meeting. Meeting will start at 7pm. All residents are invited to attend. Masks and Social Distancing rules will be adhered to. Seats will be 6' apart.
Please note the following:
There will be a sign in sheet for anyone wishing to speak during public comment. When called, please state your name and the hamlet or village you live in for the record. You will be given 3 minutes to speak. If you pose any questions to the Town Board or specific members, these questions will be addressed AFTER public comment has closed.
Once the Town Board closes the public comment, only members of the Town Board can speak at that time.
If you are unable to attend, you can watch the meeting live - Fios, Channel 30, Optimum, Channel 78 or Facebook LIVE. The meeting will be available on YouTube the next day.
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Last 12 days to be counted!
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The 2020 Census is happening now.
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It's quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete.
- It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected.
- Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.
- Results from the 2020 Census will be used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congress and your political representation at all levels of government.
Please complete your form online, by phone, or by mail when your invitation to respond arrives. Visit my2020census.gov to begin.
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Please Join the Orangetown PBA in their inaugural Stair Climb to honor the memory of those lost in the September 11, 2001 Terrorist Attacks and those heroes that so bravely responded that day. Due to the COVID-19 issues, participants must climb stairs on their own. This can be done on a stair climbing machine located at most gyms, bleachers, or in an office building that is open to you. Please register first than go climb those stairs!!
Below are the different event options for donating. Please feel free to share your pictures or videos of you participating on the PBA's Facebook page or on the Runsignup Page.
Proceeds will be donated to the Stephen Siller Tunnels to Towers Foundation, which the Orangetown PBA is a proud supporter of, and to our charitable donations account.
They hope all our followers and friends are safe and healthy, and they thank all of you who choose to participate in their event. Registration will be open until 11/11/2020.
Event Options:
1- Adult Stair Climb – 110 Story (1,980 Stair Steps) logged on a Stair Machine or Physical Steps. $35.00
2- Adult Walk/Run- Consisting of 19,800 Steps completed by walking or running which is approximately 9.38 Miles. $35.00
3- Child 1 Mile (1,980) Event for children 12 & Under- Consisting of 1,980 Steps approximately 1 Mile completed by walking or running. $20.00
4- Non-Participant Donations $35.00 or Any Donation is Welcome
Thank you from the Men and Women of the Orangetown PBA
WE WILL NEVER FORGET
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The Rockland County Office for the Aging will be holding 5 Drive-Thru Picnics for Rockland seniors, 60 years and older, by the town they reside in.
Each resident can drive up to the Office for the Aging located at 50 Sanatorium Rd, Bldg B in Pomona to receive a free picnic lunch according to the below schedule by town:
Town of Clarkstown: Tues., Sept. 29 11:30 am - 2 pm
Town of Ramapo: Wed., Sept. 30 11:30 am - 2 pm
Town of Haverstraw: Thurs., Oct. 1 11:30 am - 2 pm
Town of Orangetown: Fri., Oct. 2 11:30 am - 2 pm
Town of Stony Point, New York: Mon., Oct. 5 11:30 am - 2 pm
Registration is required. Call to reserve your spot at 845-364-2110. Seniors must be present to receive a meal.
The Rockland County Sheriff's Office will be present at each picnic to collect unwanted/outdated prescription drugs and medications.
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Pet of the Week
Lucy Gorton, a 6 yr. old boxer and her sister Hazel, a 4 month old chocolate lab. They love chasing each other around the yard and play together in the kiddie pool. They are very mischievous and love to snuggle with their human sisters and parents.
Want to see your pet here? Send an email to:
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People to People will send 1,500 children from low-income families " Back to School with Dignity" as it has for more than 20 years. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused us all to do so many things differently but if something is important, we get it done. PTOP will be distributing backpacks during September. The supplies included in the backpacks will be a little different this year. Still, we'll get it done! You can help!
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FALL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
The Orangetown Parks & Recreation Fall (web only) brochure is now available.
Registration for all programs began on Wednesday, September 16 @ 6:00pm. To register please visit the Parks & Recreation website:
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ENERGY PROGRAM IN ORANGETOWN WILL OFFER LOWER COSTS & CLEAN ENERGY!
LEARN MORE AT ONE OF OUR ONLINE COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Orangetown is proud to be one of the founding members, along with five other Rockland municipalities, of a collaborative municipal program called Rockland Community Power. This program will lower energy costs for our community, while also offering 100% renewable energy and stronger consumer protection.
This program is about to launch. In a few weeks, most Orangetown residents and small businesses will receive a mailing from the Town of Orangetown about this program.
Join a community meeting this week to learn more and get answers to your questions. All three meetings are open to everyone, no matter where you live.
ORANGETOWN
Monday, September 21, 7 pm
Or call: +1-415-655-0001
Meeting ID and Access Code: 126 608 6469
Password: 52568689
NYACK
Tuesday, September 22, 6 pm
Or call: +1-415-655-0001
Meeting ID or Access Code: 126 853 3785
Password: 92220
SOUTH NYACK
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 7:00 pm
Or call: +1-415-655-0001
Meeting ID or Access Code: 126 619 1081
Password: 42237454
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Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year celebrated by Jewish people all over the world. It’s a two-day holiday usually in September. It varies from year to year because it is based on the Hebrew calendar. It commemorates God's creation of the world and starts the 10-day period of introspection and repentance ending with the holiest of holidays Yom Kippur--the day of atonement.
The Jewish people believe that God decides who will live and who will die on Rosh Hashanah and inscribes the righteous names in the Book of Life. However, you have until Yom Kippur to atone for your sins and ask God for forgiveness before the Book of Life is closed. Consequently, during the High Holy Days, they spend their time doing good deeds and making amends with others. They say on Rosh Hashanah it is written and on Yom KIppur it is sealed.
During Rosh Hashanah, depending on their denomination, celebrate with family for one or two days. Families prepare a festive meal after attending synagogue during the day. The shofar is blown during services. The shofar is a special instrument usually made of a ram horn that serves as a call to repent your sins. The festive meal includes foods that represent positive and sweet wishes for the new year. They dip apples in honey to symbolize sweetness and serve a round Challah bread, sweetened with raisins, to represent the cyclical nature of life.
To wish someone a happy new year, Jewish people greet each other by saying, "L’Shana Tova" which means "for a good year."
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