Grievance Day set for May 23

The city has set grievance day for May 23 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers, City Hall, Third Floor. This is for those property owners who wish to grieve their assessments

For additional information contact the assessor's office: 845-451-4039...

Public Notice: City to Begin Accepting Applications for Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

Public Notice

The City of Poughkeepsie Section 8 Office Housing Choice Voucher Program will begin accepting applications for placement onto the Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List beginning Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 9:30am, through Wednesday, Octobe...

City Issues Water System Notice

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER

Town of Poughkeepsie & City of Poughkeepsie Failed to Meet Public Water System Requirements

Our water system recently violated a drinking water requirement. Although this is not an emergency, as our custom...

City officials Among Attendees at Harvard Conference with Children's Cabinet

Last week, City Administrator Marc Nelson and Councilmember Yvonne Flowers were part of a local contingent representing the Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet at a national conference hosted by the EdRedesign Lab at the Harvard Gr...

City Seeks Industrial Development Agency Members

The Common Council is seeking individuals interested in serving on the Industrial Development Agency of the City of Poughkeepsie. Interested applicants must currently reside in the City of Poughkeepsie.

The IDA assists economic development projects that cr...

Council Seeks Salary Review Commission Members

The City Common Council is looking for members of the public to serve on the City of Poughkeepsie Salary Review Commission. Please send letters of interest and resumes to Jasmin Davis, City Chamberlain; City Hall, Office of the City Chamberlain, 62 Civic ...

City Names Members of Salary Review Commission

The Mayor and Common Council have named members to the city’s Poughkeepsie Salary Review Commission. 

Under the new City Charter, adopted by voter referendum in November 2016, there will be a Salary Review Commission every four years to ...

Common Council Seeks City Residents for IDA

The Common Council is seeking individuals interested in serving on the city’s Industrial Development Agency. Interested applicants must currently reside in the City of Poughkeepsie. 

The IDA assists economic development projects that create or oth...

City Seeks Board of Assessment Review Members

The Common Council is seeking residents who would be interested in serving as a member on the Board of Assessment Review.

The Board of Assessment Review consists of three to five volunteers who have at least a general knowledge of property values within th...

Common Council Seeks Salary Review Commission Members

The Common Council is looking for members of the public to serve on the city’s  Poughkeepsie Salary Review Commission. Please send letters of interest and resumes to Jasmin Davis, City Chamberlain; City Hall, Office of the City Chamberl...

Common Council Seeks Housing Solutions Committee Members

The Common Council is looking for members of the public to serve on the city’s Housing Solutions Committee. 

The committee will be charged, in part, with reviewing issues affecting access to housing within the city, and recommending step...

Grant Named Sixth Ward Council Member

The Common Council has named community activist Christopher Grant to represent the Sixth Ward on the Council. He will fill the seat vacated by Natasha Brown, who recently was named Common Council Chairwoman.

Grant is a City of Poughkeepsie native, a gradua...

Council Seeks to Fill Vacancy Within Ranks

The Common Council is seeking individuals interested in serving as the 6th (sixth) Ward Councilmember for the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council.

Interested applicants must currently reside in the 6th Ward of the City of Poughkeepsie.

If you are interested...

Public Notice: Common Council Accepting Applicants for Chair Position

The Common Council is seeking individuals interested in serving as the Chair and Councilperson- at-Large for the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council.

If you are interested in serving as the Common Council Chair, please send your resume and a detailed lette...

City Has Openings on Various Boards

The Common Council is seeking individuals interested in serving on the Land Bank Board, the Arts Commission, the Ethics Committee, and the Industrial Development Agency (IDA).If you are interested in serving on one of the above boards/committees/commissio...

Common Council Postpones Tonight's Meeting Due to Inclement Weather

Please by advised:  Due to inclement weather, tonight's Common Council meeting is being postponed to a later date.

City Set to Return to In-Person Meetings

With COVID-19 cases declining dramatically, City of Poughkeepsie officials announced today that in-person public meetings will return effective the week of March 21. 

 “We surely hope the worst of this pandemic is behind us, and ...

Common Council Seeks Applicants to Join Redistricting Committee

The Common Council is seeking applicants to join a five-member redistricting committee that will create a proposed plan for new ward boundaries. The committee will be made up of volunteers and will be provided with a budget to engage the necessary consult...

City Releases Its 2024 CDBG Application

The city has released its 2024 Community Development Block Grant application, which is available on the city’s website.

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a federally funded formula-based grant allocated to eligibl...

City Sets Public Hearing for 2022 CDGB Action Plan

 The City Division of Social Development announces the publication of the draft 2022 City of Poughkeepsie Action Plan and has set a public hearing regarding the matter. 

The draft Action Plan outlines the proposed projects to be funded th...

City Releases 2022 Community Development Block Grant Application

The City has released its 2022 Community Development Block Grant application. All City of Poughkeepsie public service nonprofit agencies are encouraged to submit an application to the Office of Social Development. The application can be located on the Cit...

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Request for Release of Funds

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

City of Poughkeepsie, Office of Social Development62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601(845) 451-4046jgreenwald@cityofpoughkeepsie.com

TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS AND...

Notice of Substantial Amendment For Annual Action Plan 2021

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Poughkeepsie has completed its 2021 Annual Action Plan (AAP). The Annual Action Plan outlines the proposed projects to be funded through entitlement funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Developme...

City Names Poughkeepsie Attorney Valk to Lead Its Corporation Counsel

Mayor Rob Rolison announced today the appointment of city resident Rebecca A. Valk as Corporation Counsel, pending Common Council approval.

Attorney Valk served as Assistant Corporation Counsel for the city for two years, from 2013 to 2015, when she gained...

Downtown Parking Improvement Plan – Draft Strategic Plan and Future Demand Analysis Released

The City of Poughkeepsie and Dutchess County Transportation Council have released drafts of the Strategic Plan for Parking Operations and Management and the Analysis of Future Parking Demand as part of the Poughkeepsie Downtown Parking Improvement Plan. &...

City Seeks Feedback on Downtown Parking Improvement Plan

As the city and partners conclude the Downtown Parking Improvement Plan, interested parties are invited to give feedback on the work that has been do so far, including an analysis of existing conditions, strategies for parking operations and mana...

Poughkeepsie Downtown Parking Improvement Plan – Final Report and Action Plan

The City of Poughkeepsie and Dutchess County Transportation Council have released the Poughkeepsie Downtown Parking Improvement Plan’s Final Report and Action Plan.  Led by the consultant team of Nelson Nygaard and Behan Planni...

City to Host Youth Services Support Seminar

City officials will host a free, two-day youth services seminar in early December, providing the public with information on the city’s youth grant program and assisting them in creating and sustaining a nonprofit organization.

Mayor Marc Nelson a...

Check Out Latest Issue of The Buzz Newsletter!

City to hold tree lighting ceremony next Friday, Dec. 1, plans youth services seminar and releases  2024 CDBG application, all this and more in The Buzz: City of Poughkeepsie E-Newsletter — November 24, 2023 - 

The Buzz Newslett...

City Seeks Input on Housing Vacancy Study

The city has contracted with the Collective for Community Culture and Environment (CCCE) to assist in determining the vacancy rate in buildings completed prior to Jan. 1, 1974, that contain at least six (6) dwelling units. The Housing Vacancy Rat...

City To Digitize More Historical Records

City officials announced today they have received a $50,000 grant from the New York State Archives and are embarking on an initiative to digitize historical records.

The city secured the grant through the Chamberlain’s office, which is responsible for the ...

Mayor Releases Preliminary 2024 Budget

Mayor Marc Nelson has released his 2024 preliminary budget that lowers the tax rate, continues to close the gap on the city’s longstanding deficit, maintains essential government services and makes critically important capital improvemen...

City Seeks Ice House Operator at Waryas

 The city is seeking a qualified operator for the Ice House at Waryas Park, which has previously served as an anchor restaurant on the city’s most active waterfront park. The deadline for submissions to the city’s Request for Proposal is November...

City Addresses Lead Pipe Removal Issue

City officials are providing the following important information about lead pipes in the city.

Lead in drinking water does not come from the Poughkeepsies' Water Treatment Plant. However, homes built before 1986 may contain lead services or lead s...

City Sets Meeting on S. Grand Ave. Project

The city plans to make significant improvements along South Grand Avenue between Hooker and College avenues and will hold a public information meeting about the project at 5:30 p.m. Monday, October 16 in the Common Council Chambers at Poughkeepsie City Ha...

City Holds Meeting on Kaal Rock Park Plan

The city plans to make renovations to Kaal Rock Park and held a public meeting Wednesday, September 20 before it finalizing design plans.You can watch a video of the meeting here. The city has identified Kaal Rock Park as an underutilize...

City Sets Meeting on Draft Zoning Code

After approving a new comprehensive plan last year, city officials are continuing to work on amendments to the corresponding zoning code and will hold a last community forum at the Family Partnership Center on Wednesday, September 27 at 5 p.m.Zoning regul...

City's Fiscal Condition Improves: Comptroller

City officials have been notified by the Office of the State Comptroller that this year’s preliminary “Fiscal Stress Score” has improved from “Significant Fiscal Stress” to “Susceptible to Fiscal Stress.” The two-step improvement in the Comptroller’s rati...

City Seeks Public Input Before Applying for Big State Grant

The city will soon apply for $10 million in funds under the state’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) program and is seeking public input to help shape that submission.The program, which started in 2016, is intended to transform downtown ...

City to Begin Work on Grand Avenue Project

As part of its continuing work to improve city streets, the city will begin making significant improvements along Grand Avenue between Hooker and College avenues.

The city has retained Creighton Manning Engineering, LLP to perform preliminary and final des...

City Secures Grant for Fire Equipment

The city Fire Department has received a $324,450 federal grant to purchase vital equipment that provides breathable air to firefighters when they are dealing with smoke, dangerous gases, and other airborne contaminants.

The Fire Department has obtained the...

City Opts Not to Move Forward on DeLaval Now

City officials announced today they have decided not to move forward with the submissions received regarding the development of a prominent 14-acre site on the city’s southern waterfront.

The city created a Request for Expressions of Interest (RF...

City Releases Plans for Swimming Pools

The city will continue extended hours at Spratt Park Pool each day until Aug. 25.The city demolished the old pool house at the Pulaski Park pool site and is using $2.4 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to cover the cost. The new pool hous...

City Nets Positive Credit Ratings

For the first time in more than a decade, the City of Poughkeepsie received “positive” outlooks from credit rating agencies, including an improved “investment grade” status from one of the reviewing agencies.&nb...

City Renovates Malcolm X Park

A ribbon-cutting to celebrate the reopening of Malcolm X Park took place Thursday, June 8, 2023, hosted by the City of Poughkeepsie, New City Parks, and Scenic Hudson.

Speakers included Mayor Marc Nelson, Dutchess County Executive William F.X. O’...

City Sets July 4th Fireworks Event

The city will host its annual Independence Day Fireworks Display on Tuesday, July 4th shortly after nightfall (approximately 9:20 pm). 

Watch for free from Waryas Park, at the base of Main Street; or purchase a ticket for a vantage point at Walkwa...

City Sets Meeting on Bartlett Park Plan

The city is planning to make improvements to Bartlett Park, including the replacement of recently removed children’s play equipment and the proposed implementation of a basketball court. The city will hold a public workshop from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tu...

Public Gives Input on Kaal Rock Park Plan

The city and consultant LaBella Associates held a public design workshop this week to discuss proposed improvements to Kaal Rock Park,

The city has identified Kaal Rock Park as an underutilized park in need of rehabilitation and is working to make enhancem...

City Extends Deadline for DeLaval Responses

Mayor Marc Nelson announced that he has extend the public comment period regarding the submissions received for development on the DeLaval site through Friday, July 7, 2023. 

Prior to releasing the applicant submissions last month, the city create...

Lafayette Marker Unveiled at Waryas

Mayor Marc Nelson joined several historical organizations Monday for the unveiling of a Lafayette Trail marker at Waryas Park. The marker commemorates the upcoming 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s return visit to the United States as the last l...

City Seeks Input on Kaal Rock Park

The city has identified Kaal Rock Park as an underutilized park in need of rehabilitation and is working to make improvements with public input.The city has retained LaBella Associates to assist with the park’s revitalization, and the project team will de...

City Initiative Aids Those Facing Eviction

City officials, in conjunction with the Dutchess County Bar Association, began a program Wednesday aimed at helping residents facing eviction or other landlord-tenant litigation in City Court. 

 The Common Council last December added to t...

Main Street Gets Spruce Up Project

The city Department of Public Works installed new benches, dual trash and recycle receptacles and tree guards this week on Main Street. 

Second Ward Common Council Member Evan Menist funded this $50,000 project through ward money allocated to each...

City Announces Youth Grant Awards

Mayor Marc Nelson announced today more than $470,000 in funding to community organizations through the Youth Activities & Opportunities grant program. 

In 2018, the City of Poughkeepsie launched the initiative and awarded nearly $140,000 in fu...

Mayor Delivers State of City Address

Mayor Marc Nelson delivered his State of the City address Wednesday at The Academy, citing a new level of cooperation between the administration and Common Council and pointing to the city's continued momentum to fiscal solvency.

You can see a rep...

City Sets Preliminary Paving Schedule

Mayor Marc Nelson and the Department of Public Works have announced a preliminary road paving list, with paving expected to begin later this spring.

The preliminary list includes:

Corlies Avenue from Main Street to the Arterial

Harrison Street from Smith Str...

City Extends Deadline for DeLaval Site Submissions

The city has extended the deadline for qualified developers to offer their vision for a prominent 14-acre site on the city’s southern waterfront.

The city has released a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the DeLaval site, which takes its name ...

Mayor to Deliver Address on March 29

Mayor Marc Nelson will deliver his State of the City address at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29 at The Academy, 33 Academy St., Poughkeepsie. The public is invited to attend. Please RSVP by Friday, March 24 to Allyson Smith at ASmith@cityofpoughkeepsie.com....

City releases 2023 CDBG Grant Application

The city has released its 2023 Community Development Block Grant application.

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a federally funded formula-based grant allocated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to eligible cities....

City Offering $490,000 in Youth Activity Grants

City Mayor Marc Nelson announced today that $490,000 is being made available to community organizations through the city’s Youth Activities & Opportunities Grant Program.

The city created the program in 2018 with $140,000 in seed money. Over the years,...

Public Input Sought on Zoning Code Changes

Mayor Marc Nelson has announced he has directed the Development Department to extend the public comment period through February 23, 2023 for comments to the first draft of amendments to the city’s Zoning Code. 

City officials are updatin...

City Approves Updates to LWRP

The City of Poughkeepsie has approved strategic updates  to its Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, reflecting changes that have occurred to the area since the City last adopted an LWRP more than 20 years ago. 

The program updates in...

Council Members Participate in Training

Common Council members recently participated in key training programs hosted by the city’s Corporation Counsel, Development, and Finance departments.The members received more insights on the city’s planning and zoning laws and budgetin...

City Releases Draft of Zoning Code Changes

City officials have released the first draft of amendments to its zoning code that would streamline the number of districts and modernize the regulations to address development trends.

The city has not updated its zoning code on a citywide scale in 40 year...

Nelson Sworn in as Mayor of City

Marc Nelson was sworn in as Mayor of the City of Poughkeepsie Tuesday, succeeding Rob Rolison who has been elected to the New York State Senate. 

Nelson also will continue to serve as city administrator, per the rules of the City’s Chart...

Nelson to become Children's Cabinet Co-Chair

The Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet announced today that — upon becoming City of Poughkeepsie Mayor in January — Marc Nelson will also replace outgoing Mayor Rob Rolison as co-chair of the Cabinet with Poughkeepsie City Schoo...

Public Input Sought on LWRP Draft

The city is in the final stages of updating its Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP). The Updated LWRP reflects changes that have occurred in the Waterfront Revitalization Area since the City last adopted an LWRP in 1999, incorporate recommendat...

Nelson Selects Transition Team

City Administrator Marc Nelson has named former City Corporation Counsel Paul Ackermann to lead his transition team as Nelson prepares to assume the office of Mayor in January. Ackermann, an attorney, joined the City as an Assistant Corporation Counsel in...

Parise Named Deputy Fire Chief

City officials have announced that Lt. Vinnie Parise of the City’s Fire Department has been named department’s next Deputy Fire Chief, effective immediately. Lt. Parise is a resident of the City of Poughkeepsie and a graduate of Poughkeepsie High School. ...

Nelson to Become Mayor in 2023

Mayor Rob Rolison has won election to the State Senate and his two-year term will begin in January.Per the rules of the City’s Charter, City Administrator Marc Nelson will become mayor once Mayor Rolison resigns to assume his Senate duties.Nelso...

Celebration of Lights Delights Crowd

The city's Celebration of Lights event took place last Friday, Dec. 2, and featured dance and musical performances, food trucks, floats, Santa Claus and fireworks.

This year, the various festivities centered around Dongan Square Park, and a &l...

Trash Receptacles Program Expands

City officials are continuing to have new sanitation receptacles deployed throughout the city, replacing privately owned cans and providing uniformity to the garbage pickup and recycling system. 

Two years ago, the city launched a pilot&a...

City Names First Youth Services Director

Mayor Rob Rolison announced today that Karen Williams has been named director of youth services, a new position and division that will nurture and focus on child development in the city.

Williams will be tasked with the analysis, development, promotion and...

City Celebrates Pershing Park Improvements

The city Friday celebrated the substantial renovations made to Pershing Avenue Park, which include resurfacing the basketball courts and replacing hoops and backboards, in addition to new playground equipment, benches and tables, and a new walking path --...

Mayor Releases Preliminary 2023 Budget

Mayor Rolison has released his 2023 preliminary budget that would keep the city under the New York State property tax cap for the sixth straight year, in addition to lowering the tax rate, maintaining essential city services and continuing to put addition...

Soccer Mini Pitches Open at Pulaski Park

Two soccer mini-pitches honoring USMNT star Tyler Adams were officially unveiled Wednesday at Pulaski Park. Students from Poughkeepsie City School District’s soccer teams celebrated the opening of the new mini-pitches by playing in an inaugural scrimmage....

Pershing Park Celebration set for Friday, Oct. 28

To celebrate the restoration of Pershing Avenue Park and the conclusion of another growing season at the Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm and Community Garden, the City of Poughkeepsie, New City Parks and Scenic Hudson are hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremo...

City Approves Comprehensive Plan

The Common Council on Monday approved a new Comprehensive Plan, charting a vision for future growth and development in the city that will help guide priorities, strategies, and policies in the years ahead. 

City officials are now working on amendm...

Malcolm X Park Upgrades to Start

City officials are pleased to announce that Malcolm X Park Improvements will begin this month.The Department of Public Works will oversee the reconstruction of Malcolm X work, which the city has planned and funded in conjunction with New City Par...

Latino Outreach Event Set For October 6

Come Gather with us!

The City of Poughkeepsie and the Poughkeepsie City School District invite you to a joint gathering for our Latino community. All are welcome. Free refreshments will be served. Free kids' activities!The event will be held from 5-7 p.m. ...

City Holds 9/11 Memorial Service

Under beautiful blue skies, the city held a 9/11 Memorial Service this morning outside City Hall that featured the Pledge of Allegiance led by members of the Morse Elementary School Fifth-Grade Class and remarks by Mayor Rolison and the Rev. Jesse Bottoms...

City Pools Close After Successful Season

Bilingual Outreach Person Hired

Mayor Rolison and Poughkeepsie City School District Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser announced today the hiring of L. Julee Molina as a bilingual Public Information Officer, a new shared position between the school district and the city

Molina brings wit...

Find Out The Latest About The YOU Project

Dutchess County has website, www.the-you.org, which provides County residents with updates about the forthcoming “Youth Opportunity Union,” formerly known to as the Youth Opportunity Center and referred to moving forward as “the YOU,” the state-of-the-art...

Fourth Open House Set for 'PK4Keeps'

City officials are continuing to work on updating the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code and will hold a fourth open house for the “PK4Keeps” initiative on Wednesday, August 24.This event, which will take place from 5 to 7 p.m., in the City Hall Lobby, wi...

New Police Officers Sworn In To Duty

The City today swore in seven new police officers, promoted one officer to Sergeant and appointed another to Detective.

The new officers bolster the Police Department’s ranks from 79 to 86. The official ceremony took place this afternoon in the Common Coun...

City Reports Further Deficit Reduction

Greatly aiding its effort to close a longstanding deficit in its general fund, the City has received an upfront $3 million payment connected to the recently completed sales tax agreement with Dutchess County and the City of Beacon.

The new 10-year agreemen...

City Releases Draft Comprehensive Plan

City officials have released a draft of a new comprehensive plan and are seeking public feedback by April 18 before beginning the process of going before the Common Council for review and approval. The Common Council will also hold a public hearing to rec...

City to Host Fireworks on July 4th

The city will host its annual Independence Day Fireworks Display on Monday, July 4th shortly after dusk (approximately 9:20 pm).  Watch for free from Waryas Park, at the base of Main Street; or purchase a ticket for a vantage point at the &nb...

City Distributes $339,000 in Funds for Youth-Related Activities

Mayor Rolison announced today that $339,000 in funds have been allocated for youth-related programs, more than doubling the annual investment the city has been able to make in these endeavors over the years.

The city awarded $140,000 from its youth grant p...

City Begins Work on Pershing Park Improvements

City officials are pleased to announce that that Pershing Avenue Park improvements started this week. The Department of Public Works will oversee the reconstruction of recreational facilities in the park. The work has been planned and funded in conjunctio...

Children’s Cabinet Releases Unprecedented Reports on Early Childhood, Out-of-School Time

The Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet has released two unprecedented reports that provide in-depth analysis of Early Childhood Development and Out-of-School Enrichment and Learning in the city and make a series of recommendations to improve opportunities fo...

Mayor Rolison Delivers State of the City Address

Mayor Rolison delivered his State of the City address at the Changepoint Theatre Thursday, reflecting on what the city has accomplished during a global pandemic, thanking city employees and residents for their contributions to the community and pointing t...

City’s Share of County Sales Tax to Increase Under New 10-Year Agreement

The cities of Poughkeepsie and Beacon and Dutchess County have reached a new 10-year agreement governing the distribution of sales tax by the county to cities and towns. 

The agreement was recently approved by the Beacon City Council and was appro...

Mayor to Deliver State of the City Address on Thursday, March 31

Mayor Rolison will deliver his State of the City address at 5:30 p.m. Thursday March 31 at the Changepoint Theatre, 260 Mill St., Poughkeepsie.   The public is invited to attend. RSVP to Stacey Bottoms at 845-451-4073, sbottoms@cityofpoughkeepsie...

City Sets Third Open House for ‘PK4Keeps’ Planning Project

City officials are continuing to update the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Codes and have scheduled a third open house — this one focusing on the mission to “convert goals into action.” The city has been gaining considerable pu...

Regents Hears Children's Cabinet Presentation

Poughkeepsie City School District Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser and Mayor Rob Rolison, co-chairs of the Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet, presented to the New York State Board of Regents about the cabinet at the Regents meeting on Feb. 15 in Albany.&a...

City Releases Housing Needs Assessment

City officials have released a comprehensive study that highlights the challenges and opportunities it is facing regarding recent housing trends.

The report was prepared by Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress, a not-for-profit policy, planning, advocacy and...

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City to Distribute Limited Supply of Free COVID-19 Test Kits

The city has received a limited supply of COVID-19 test kits and will begin distributing them on a first-come, first-serve basis from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday at the front desk at the City Police Station, 62 Civic Center Plaza. 

The city also wil...

City Completes COVID Test Kit Distribution

The City has completed its distribution of a limited supply of free COVID-19 test kits and will let the public know when it receives more. The city distributed 1,100 kits, each containing two tests, in just over two hours near City Hall Thursday morning.

Mayor Names Franco as New Fire Chief

Mayor Rob Rolison announced today that Joseph Franco has been named the city’s Fire Chief.

Franco, who has been serving as acting chief and has been with the city’s Fire Department for 27 years, succeeds Mark Johnson, who retired earlier this year.

Franco o...

The City's Newsletter The Buzz Produces a Special Year in Review Issue!

As 2021 winds down, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the year and offer some highlights amid challenging times that nevertheless have witnessed progress on many fronts, thanks to the work of city employees and so many in the community.This “Year i...

Mayor Rolison Releases Proposed 2022 Budget

Mayor Rob Rolison announced today that, despite considerable fiscal challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, his 2022 preliminary budget stays under the state’s property tax cap, lowers the tax rate, bolsters youth services and maintains other essenti...

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City Creates Website Devoted To American Rescue Plan Act

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The city has been awarded a total o...

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Pandemic Takes Toll on City of Poughkeepsie Finances, City Confident of Stabilization Going Forward

Subject to finalization of the annual audit, city officials announced the 2020 general fund deficit was $938,816, directly related to the effects of the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Mayor Rob Rolison said strong fiscal measures were taken early enough in the cour...

City of Poughkeepsie Receives Annual Fiscal Grades from Office of State Comptroller

The City of Poughkeepsie announced today that it has received its annual fiscal stress grades from the Office of the State Comptroller. For the year ending December 31, 2019, the City received a rating of “significant fiscal stress” and a rating of “moder...

City to Permit Partial Payments on Real Estate Taxes; Amendment Moves to Common Council for Approval

City leaders have announced an initiative to amend the City’s Tax Code to permit partial payments on real estate taxes. Councilmembers Natasha Cherry (D-6^th Ward) and Yvonne Flowers (I-5^th Ward), both members of the City’s Finance Committee and sponsors o...

Poughkeepsie Names New Finance Commissioner to Succeed Brady

City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison announced today that Brian Martinez has been selected to succeed William Brady as the City’s Commissioner of Finance. Brady is retiring at the end of January.

Brady served in Mayor Rolison’s admini...

City to Permit Partial Payments on Real Estate Taxes; Amendment Moves to Common Council for Approval

City leaders have announced an initiative to amend the City’s Tax Code to permit partial payments on real estate taxes. Councilmembers Natasha Cherry (D-6^th Ward) and Yvonne Flowers (I-5^th Ward), both members of the City’s Finance Comm...

Poughkeepsie Receives Annual Fiscal Grades from Office of State Comptroller

The City of Poughkeepsie announced today that it has received its annual fiscal stress grades from the Office of the State Comptroller. For the year ending December 31, 2019, the City received a rating of “significant fiscal stress” an...

City Fire Department Continues Hydrant Testing

The city Fire Department will begin servicing and testing the City fire hydrant system (weather permitting).  This system is directly linked to the drinking water supply. During the testing period, the water is safe but should be run until it is ...

Statement by Mayor Nelson Regarding Yvonne Flowers' Historic Victory in Mayor's Race

“Congratulations to Yvonne Flowers on her profound victory in the City of Poughkeepsie mayoral race. Yvonne has served the Common Council and the community with the utmost distinction, and I am confident she will continue to work tirelessly on b...

Mayor Directs IDA to Delay Action on Tax Benefits Application from Rip Van Winkle Apartments

Mayor Marc Nelson has directed the city’s Industrial Development Agency to delay action on a pending application for certain tax benefits related to the Rip Van Winkle Apartments at 10 Rinaldi Boulevard. Effective Sept. 8, the mayor asked for a ...

City to Start Home Rehabilitation Loan Program for Seniors

Mayor Marc Nelson and Common Council Chairwoman Natasha Brown announced today that funding will be made available to help eligible senior citizens make repairs to their homes. 

The funding is designed to help seniors live safely and independently ...

City Honored With ECO-Action Champions Award

This week, the city was awarded the ECO-action Champion Award for its clean energy leadership. The city was recognized for accelerating the clean energy transition by among other climate actions, enabling 8,000 households to switch to clean, renewable ene...

Fire Department Responds to House Fire

On March 30, 2023 at 6:42 p.m. the city Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a structure fire at 9 North White Street. The first companies arrived on scene at 6:45 p.m. and found fire coming from multiple windows on the second floor o...

City Officials Release Statements on Zoning Code Draft

Mayor Marc Nelson, Council Chairwoman Natasha Brown, and Council Vice Chair Nathan Shook issued statements today that they will not support amendments to the city’s zoning code which would have permitted the construction of detached accessory dw...

City Receives Funds for Stitzel Park Area Lighting, Water Improvements

As part of its overall parks improvement initiative, the City of Poughkeepsie has received a $2.15 million federal grant to make improvements to Stitzel Field and improve water capacity in the area. 

Stitzel Field enhancements will include modern,...

Chief Franco Offers Safety Caution Tips

City Fire Chief Joe Franco reminded residents that Sunday marked the beginning of Fire Prevention Week, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary.Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Association has sponsored this public awareness campaign, and, in 1...

Mayor Joins Local Contingent at Harlem Children's Zone Conference in D.C.

Late last week, Mayor Rob Rolison was part of a local contingent attending the national "A Gathering of Leaders: Power of Place” conference, hosted by the William Julius Wilson Institute (WJWI) at Harlem Children's Zone (H...

City Opens Pools on June 29; Entrance Fees Are Being Waived Again This Year

City officials have announced that city pools are open to residents as of today, June 29, and entrance fees are being waived again this year. 

Both the Pulaski Park Pool located at 162 Washington Street and Spratt Park Pool located at 121 Wilbur ...

City Increases Salaries for Lifeguards As It Moves to Open Pools

As it works to open both municipal pools, the City of Poughkeepsie announced today is increasing the pay and offering signing and completion bonuses for lifeguards and pool managers.

The city already had increased the pay for attendants as it looks to open...

City Reports $1.25 Million Budget Surplus for 2021

Subject to finalization of the annual audit, city officials estimate a 2021 general fund surplus in the amount of $1.25 million. The surplus results from stronger-than-projected sales and mortgage tax receipts, and from continuing cost controls across mul...

State Grant Secured for Poughkeepsies' Water Plant Project

City and Town of Poughkeepsie officials are pleased to announce they have secured a $2.9 million state grant to help replace the water treatment facility’s UV disinfection equipment that aids in the purification process.

Working under a joint agr...

City Fire Department To Continue Fire Hydrant System Testing

The city Fire Department is servicing and testing the fire hydrant system (weather permitting).  This system is directly linked to the drinking water supply.Be further advised that during the testing period, the water is safe, but should be run u...

City Accepting Applications for Youth Activities & Opportunities Grants

Mayor Rob Rolison announced today that $140,000 is being made available to community organizations through the city’s Youth Activities & Opportunities Grant program.

The city created this program in 2018, and the funds enable local nonprofits...

City Creates New Website Providing Insights and Easy Views of Budget

The city has launched a website providing the public with easy ways to look at the approximate $103 million budget and its various components, as well as offering new insights on vital demographic information in the city.

The website features graphics and ...

Development Director Quinn Provides Chamber of Commerce With Update

City Development Director Natalie Quinn provided an update Wednesday to Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce on projects that have completed or begun construction in the city in the last few years.Quinn also discussed large projects recently appro...

City of Poughkeepsie Looking for Community-Minded Volunteers to Serve on Land Use Review Boards

Mayor Rolison announced today the City is looking for residents to serve on a number of land use review boards: Planning Board, Historic District and Landmark Preservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Waterfront Advisory Committee, and Shade Tree ...

Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet Set to Present to Board of Regents Tuesday

Poughkeepsie City School District Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser and City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison, co-chairs of the Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet, will present to the New York State Board of Regents about the cabinet at the Regents meeting...

City Planning Director Quinn Named Director of Development

Mayor Rolison has announced that City Planning Director Natalie Quinn has been named Development Director.

Quinn, a city resident, has been serving as Planning Director since 2019 and has led long-range strategic planning efforts for the city through the d...

City of Poughkeepsie Awarded $3.5 Million State Grant to Repair Sewer Line, Protect Environment

The city has been awarded an approximate $3.5 million state grant to reduce groundwater infiltration into the sanitary sewer system, combating the impacts of water runoff that can overwhelm the city’s sewer system and cause “combined sewer overflows” or C...

City Takes Steps to Make it Easier for People to Gain Access to Public Documents

The city announced today an online system that will make it much easier for people to gain access to public records.

This online, user-friendly portal will improve transparency and efficiency when the public files Freedom of Information requests with the c...

City of Poughkeepsie Puts More Funding Into Emergency Rent Relief Program

Mayor Rob Rolison announced today that more funding is being made available through a COVID-19 Emergency Rent program for low- and moderate-income households struggling through the pandemic. 

Tenants who are eligible can receive up to six consecut...

City of Poughkeepsie Corporation Counsel Ackermann to Leave Position Next Month

City Officials announced today that city attorney Paul Ackermann will be leaving his position of Corporation Counsel next month, after nearly 14 years of service. Mr. Ackermann joined the City as an Assistant Corporation Counsel in February of 2008 before...

Statement by Mayor Rolison on the Passing of Sheriff Adrian ‘Butch’ Anderson

"Dutchess County Sheriff Adrian ‘Butch’ Anderson served this county with dignity and civility for decades, and he will be long remembered as one of the truly gifted leaders of the Hudson Valley. Butch took his vital role to heart and worked earnestly...

Mayor Rolison Calls for Creation of City Division of Youth Services

“In the last few years, we have formed the Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet with the City School District, created a Youth Grant program, and struck a deal with Dutchess County that will lead to the creation of a new Youth Opportunity Center. Having key ci...

City Bolsters Funding to Youth-Related Programs

Mayor Rob Rolison has announced that an addition monies ill be allocated to community organizations through the city’s Youth Activities & Opportunities Grant program.

The city created this program in 2018 and the funds enable local nonprofits...

Mayor Announces Major Funding Commitment to Parks

City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison today announced a $4 million commitment in investments to the city’s parks, a blueprint that includes rebuilding and replacing aging equipment and making major upgrades at these vital green and recreational spaces.

Th...

City Teams Up with Community Coalition to Bring Activities to Eastman Park

The City of Poughkeepsie is teaming up with members of The 35 Montgomery Community Coalition to offer “Summer Fun Saturdays at Eastman Park” on July 24 and July 31.

“Summer Fun Saturdays at Eastman Park” is a weekly pop-up series of games and acti...

Mayor Rolison Delivers State of the City Address Highlights on Video

 Mayor Rolison delivered his State of the City Address in writing Tuesday and presented a video highlighting the challenges the city has faced during the COVID-19 crisis — and the opportunities that lie ahead. 

“Throug...

Fire Chief Mark Johnson to Retire After More Than 30 Years of Service

Culminating 36 years of service to the City of Poughkeepsie, Fire Chief Mark Johnson will retire at the beginning of next year.

Johnson first served the city as a police officer before transferring to the Fire Department in 1991. As a police officer, Johns...

Poughkeepsie Nets More Than $3 Million in State Funds For Economic and Community Development Plans

City of Poughkeepsie officials are pleased to announce that more than $3 million in state funding has been awarded for various economic and community development projects in the City.

The largest award, $2 million, is going to the Bow Tie Cinemas project. ...

City of Poughkeepsie Attains Bronze Level in State’s Climate Smart Communities Program

The City of Poughkeepsie has achieved bronze level certification in the New York State Climate Smart Communities program, which recognizes the accomplishments of local governments that are reducing greenhouse gas emissions and responding to climate change...

City Begins Process of Updating Comprehensive Plan

The City of Poughkeepsie is beginning the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan, something that hasn’t been undertaken in more than two decades.

The Comprehensive Plan will provide a vision for future growth and development in the city, and ...

City Sets Second Open House And Survey for ‘PK4Keeps’ Project

City officials are continuing the work to update the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Codes and have scheduled another open house, created a second survey and have made updates to the project website, PK4Keeps.org.

The city is seeking public input as it build...

Planning Board Meeting – December 15, 2020

Effective immediately and based upon notices and health advisories issued by Federal, State, and Local officials related to the Coronavirus, the City of Poughkeepsie Planning Board will not hold in-person meetings. Until further notice, all future Plannin...

Planning Board Meeting – January 20, 2021

Effective immediately and based upon notices and health advisories issued by Federal, State, and Local officials related to the Coronavirus, the City of Poughkeepsie Planning Board will not hold in-person meetings. Until further notice, all future Plannin...

City Police Help to Prevent Suicide Attempt

The city Police Department responded to a report of a suicidal male near the Mid-Hudson Bridge entrance late Monday afternoon.  

Multiple officers responded to the area of the bridge and located the subject in distress who upon observing the appro...

Police Launch Juvenile Intervention Program to Provide Youth with Life And Job Skills

The City of Poughkeepsie Police Department would like to announce the formation of and launching of the Juvenile Intervention Program.

Through a collaboration of community partners, the weekly program will focus on providing youth with life and job skills,...

City of Poughkeepsie Police Reform & Modernization Collaborative Report

CITY OF POUGHKEEPSIE POLICE REFORM & MODERNIZATION COLLABORATIVE REPORT

City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison and Police Chief Tom Pape have released the city’s preliminary response to Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Executive Order No. 203 on...

Procedural Justice Committee Releases Recommendations Regarding Governor’s Executive Order

The City of Poughkeepsie Procedural Justice Committee appreciates the opportunity to have a role in the city’s response to Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Executive Order No. 203 regarding police reforms.

The Procedural Justice Committee met with t...

City of Poughkeepsie Releases Draft of Police Reform Report, Sets Public Meeting

City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison and Police Chief Tom Pape released the city’s preliminary response to Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Executive Order No. 203 on police reforms today for further public comment.

The city also has set a public ...

“Market Street Connect” – October 7, 2016

On October 7th, the City of Poughkeepsie will use temporary materials to test ideas for making Market Street a “Complete Street” – a street designed for everyone, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit rider...

Help Shape New Design Ideas for Downtown Poughkeepsie’s Streets – Thursday, February 2nd!

How can we transform the streets in Poughkeepsie’s city center to connect our community and catalyze downtown improvements?

WE NEED YOUR INPUT!

The Poughkeepsie City Center Connectivity Project is focused on developing improvements to the downtown...

City of Poughkeepsie to Create Temporary Bicycle Lane on Friday, August 21

The City of Poughkeepsie, in collaboration with Parks and Trails New York, will create a two-way bicycle lane along Market Street and Civic Center Plaza in the heart of downtown Poughkeepsie on Friday, August 21. Similar to a one-day demonstratio...

City to Begin Curbside Leaf Pickup on November 6

The Department of Public Works will begin curbside leaf pickup Monday, Nov. 6 and will continue until Dec.18 or the first major snowfall.Wards 4, 6, 7 and 8 will be serviced the first three weeks; wards 1, 2, 3 and 5 will be serviced the last thr...

City Expands Curbside Pickup of Bulk Items

The city is expanding its curbside pickup of bulk items this year following a fire that destroyed the transfer station. There will be four pick up days: May 3, May 10, May 17 and May 24. The service will be free due to the transfer station being ...

2023 Yard Debris Pick Up begins April 19

The Department of Public Works will begin picking up yard debris every Wednesday starting April 19, weather permitting.  Please refer to the Yard Debris – Curbside Collection for guidelines.  Please note that loose leaves left ...

Transfer Station Closed Due to Fire

A fire damaged part of the city’s Department of Public Works complex on Howard Street last week. 

No one was injured but, as a result of the fire, the transfer station will be closed until further notice and needed repairs can be assesse...