Regionally, on a year-to-date basis, new home sales were up 12.9% in the South, but were down 32% in the Northeast, 18.3% in the Midwest and 6% in the West.
Gov. Hochul stated that “congestion pricing is legal” in a statement responding to Duffy’s letter, and said the MTA would continue to collect the tolls.
Proceeds from monies raised through ticket sales, sponsorships, and voting fundraising will be distributed by HGRF to charities and non-profits in the region.
This event will bring together major stakeholders to strategize how to realize Rockland’s housing potential while maintaining the character of existing neighborhoods.
Housing remains one of the most pressing issues facing Rockland County, and we are committed to finding solutions. In honor of Fair Housing Month and Community Development Week, I, along with Community Development Director Alexandra Obremski, am proud to host the third Rockland County Housing Forum on April 25th.
This event will bring together major stakeholders—including developers, state and county agencies, planning and legal experts—to strategize how to realize Rockland’s housing potential while maintaining the character of existing neighborhoods.
A key highlight of the event will be a keynote speech from Commissioner and CEO RuthAnne Visnauskas of the New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), a leading voice in housing policy. In addition, we will feature insightful panel discussions covering critical topics, including:
This forum takes place in the last week of April to honor Fair Housing Month and Community Development Week. Since 1975, Community Development Block Grant funding has provided local governments with resources to develop viable communities by ensuring affordable housing and expanding economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents.
I applaud the business leaders and stakeholders who join us for this important event. It is crucial for us to work together to explore new opportunities, strengthen our housing policies, and build a more sustainable future for Rockland County.
I look forward to seeing you all there!
Editor’s Note: The Rockland County Housing Forum will be held on April 25 at the Firemen’s Training Center in Pomona from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ed Day is the County Executive of Rockland County.
An additional lane will ease congestion to tourist destinations and support local businesses that rely on efficient transportation for deliveries.
New York State, and specifically the Hudson Valley, has a unique sensitivity to immigration and tariff policies that stray too far from the status quo.
Without the Three-Way Agreement, the collective voice Realtors rely on to advocate for vital issues would be silenced.
“Live, work, and play” zoning is a holistic approach that integrates residential, commercial, and recreational spaces within close proximity, fostering more sustainable and vibrant communities.
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