This week’s HVNY News + Notes
Lawler’s in-person town hall ‘sold out,’ proof of residency required, safety checks in place
On Sunday, April 27 at 6pm, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) will host his first in a series of in-person town halls in the Hudson Valley. According to the event page, Sunday’s event at Clarkstown South High School in West Nyack is currently sold out, adding that “unfortunately, due to security concerns and threats made against the Congressman, his family, and our staff, there will be additional security measures put in place to ensure everyone's safety.” Proof of residency in New York’s 17th Congressional District is required to attend the event. No flash photography or audio or video recording of the event will be allowed, except for accredited members of the press.
Rep. Lawler’s office says he will be holding additional town halls in the future – in Westchester in May, and Putnam and Dutchess in June – dates and locations are still TBA.
Riley prompts residents to give utility service feedback in new survey
Over the past year, has your utility bill increased significantly? Increased somewhat? Stayed about the same? Decreased? Not sure? Either way – Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) wants to know. Residents are urged to fill out a new survey on local utility services. To take the survey, visit this link.
Next week: Public comment on Central Hudson
Plan ahead: Public comment on the proposed changes in electricity and gas delivery rates and practices of Central Hudson Gas and Electric Corporation. Location: Restorative Justice and Community Empowerment, 733 Broadway, Kingston. Additional hearings will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 1pm at Catskill Town Hall, 439 Main Street, and on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1pm at 1 Overocker Road, Poughkeepsie. For more information, including case files from the Department of Public Service, visit https://dps.ny.gov/event/public-statement-hearing-429-regarding-central-hudsons-proposed-electric-and-gas-delivery
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