Re-Bid for Clarkview Sewer Main Replacement Project

Attached is the Re-Bid for the Clarkview Sewer Main Replacement Project.

6/7 Town Hall Returning to Normal Hours 8:30 - 4:30

Beginning Monday, June 7th, Town Hall and Recreation will be returning to normal hours, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. The public can visit any time during these hours, and it is no longer required to make an appointment to visit Town Hall. We are in compliance with the latest CDC COVID-19 guidelines regarding the mask mandate and social distancing, and we ask that all visitors do the same. If you can conduct business via phone or email, we still greatly encourage this. Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to seeing you!

VGFD 6/10 Public Presentation on New Firehouse

Public Presentation June 10th at 7pm
Vails Gate Station 1, 872 Blooming Grove Tpke.
This Presentation will review the proposed construction of a new firehouse.
The Bond Vote will be on June 22nd from 6pm-9pm
For questions contact Thomas Lucchesi at [email protected]
 

Tenants and landlords can apply for the New York State Rental Assistance Program

Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has announced that tenants behind in paying rent and/or utility bills due to a COVID-19 hardship may be eligible for the New York State Rental Assistance Program, which is funded by the federal government and administered in partnership with the County’s Departments of Social Services and Community Development.

Approximately $24 million is available to help those who are up to 12 months behind in back rent, as well as to pay up to three months of future rent, depending on eligibility. Tenants and landlords who are owed rent by individuals may apply for the program. Payments will be issued directly to landlords and utility companies.

Tenants may apply to receive rental and utility bill assistance if, since March 13, 2020 and due to COVID-19, they are behind in payments; have a member of the household who has received unemployment benefits or experienced a reduction in income; and meet income and other requirements. To be eligible, adjusted gross income for 2020 cannot exceed $54,950 for an individual, $62,800 for two-person households, $70,650 for three, $78,500 for four, $84,800 for five, $91,100 for six, $97,350 for seven and $103,650 for eight.

Renters who meet eligibility criteria and landlords who have eligible tenants in arrears are encouraged to apply soon, as funds will be distributed on a rolling basis. The application process opened on Tuesday, June 1^st. Information is available at www.orangecountygov.com/2057/Emergency-Rental-Assistance

or Orange County residents may call 311.

The County’s 311 hotline can also help locate immediate housing for those living in unlivable or temporary conditions, and individuals fleeing domestic violence. The hotline also provides collaborative and professional telephone support and outreach 24-hours a day to anyone in Orange County in need of emotional support, crisis intervention, or connection to food resources.

Attached is a flyer that can be printed in both English and Spanish which summarizes the program.

Notice of Special Election for the Vails Gate Firehouse

Attached please find a Notice of Special Election for the Vails Gate Firehouse, which is to be held on Tuesday, June 22, 2021.

Police Records Clerk Civil Service Test

Orange County will be giving a civil service test for a police records clerk position.  There is no opening at this time, however the list is valid for four years and New Windsor Police Department anticipates an opening in that time frame.  Filing deadline is May 19. See attached PDF file for more information.  In addition to the job specifications listed, the job requires use of and proficiency with a computer.

Notice of Completion of Tentative Assessment Roll

Town of New Windsor

NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF
TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL
(Pursuant to Section 506 and 526 of the Real Property Tax Law)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Assessor of the Town of New Windsor,  Orange County, New York,  has  completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and a copy is in the Assessor’s Office located in the Town Hall at 555 Union Avenue, New Windsor, New York, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until May 25, 2021. An appointment is required, please contact the Assessor’s Office to arrange for an appointment. Phone (845) 563-4631 or email [email protected]

The Assessor will be in attendance with the tentative assessment roll on May 11^th, May 18^th, and May 22^nd between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2 p.m. And on May 17^th between the hours of 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. An appointment is required, please contact the Assessor’s Office to arrange for an appointment.

The Board of Assessment Review will meet on May 25^th, 2021 between the hours of 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the New Windsor Community Center, located at 555 Union Avenue, New Windsor, to hear and examine all complaints in relation to assessments on the application of any person believing themselves to be aggrieved. The New Windsor Community Center is located behind Town Hall. An appointment is required, please contact the Assessor’s Office to arrange for an appointment.

A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office.

Dated this 1^st day of May, 2021

 J. Todd Wiley, IAO
Assessor
Town of New Windsor  

Hydrant Flushing : May 3 - May 21, 2021

Attention New Windsor Water Customers:
The Town of New Windsor water department will begin flushing fire hydrants on Monday, May 3 and continue through Friday, May 21.  Town residents and Stewart Airport occupants, as well as the Firthcliffe Heights section of Cornwall may experience some water discoloration and low water pressure during this time.
If you have any questions please contact Scott Van Dyke at (845) 561-2550.

9/11 20th Anniversary Memorial

9/11  20^th Anniversary Memorial

ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2021, AT 5pm, THE TOWN OF NEW WINDSOR WILL HOST A MEMORIAL SERVICE AT TOWN HALL.

AS THE DATE GETS CLOSER WE WILL PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

GEORGE J. MEYERS, SUPERVISOR

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. FEMA's mission is to help people before, during and after disasters. They are dedicated to helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus.

Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line Number

Applications begin on April 12, 2021
844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time

For more information, click HERE to view their website.