Posted on: May 25, 2023
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 ...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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 ...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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 ...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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 ...
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Police Department
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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...
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Assessor
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 17, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 17, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 17, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 17, 2023
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: May 16, 2023
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 ...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 16, 2023
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 ...
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City Chamberlain
Posted on: May 16, 2023
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 ...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 16, 2023
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 ...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 9, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: May 9, 2023
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...
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Engineering
Posted on: May 9, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 9, 2023
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: May 9, 2023
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: May 8, 2023
The City of Poughkeepsie has released the submissions it 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 (RFEI) for the DeLaval site,...
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Engineering
Posted on: May 8, 2023
The City of Poughkeepsie has released the submissions it 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 (RFEI) for the DeLaval site,...
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Public Works
Posted on: April 26, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: April 26, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: April 26, 2023
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...
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IDA – City of Poughkeepsie Industrial Development Agency
Posted on: April 26, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: April 21, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: April 21, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: April 21, 2023
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: April 21, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: April 21, 2023
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: April 20, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: April 20, 2023
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...
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Corporation Counsel
Posted on: April 20, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: April 12, 2023
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 un...
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City Administrator
Posted on: April 12, 2023
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 un...
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Public Works
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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 ...
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City Administrator
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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 ...
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Common Council
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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 ...
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Public Works
Posted on: April 5, 2023
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 ...
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Public Works
Posted on: March 31, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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...
Read on...
Public Works
Posted on: March 6, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: March 6, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: March 6, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 6, 2023
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: March 6, 2023
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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: February 22, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: February 16, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: February 14, 2023
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....
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City Administrator
Posted on: February 14, 2023
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....
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Common Council
Posted on: February 14, 2023
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....
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Community Development
Posted on: February 14, 2023
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....
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Mayor
Posted on: February 1, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: February 1, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 1, 2023
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 31, 2023
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,...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 31, 2023
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,...
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Common Council
Posted on: January 31, 2023
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,...
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Community Development
Posted on: January 31, 2023
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,...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Corporation Counsel
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Finance
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 12, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: January 12, 2023
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: January 6, 2023
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,...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 6, 2023
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,...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: January 6, 2023
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,...
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Public Works
Posted on: December 28, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: December 28, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: December 22, 2022
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: December 15, 2022
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: December 15, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: December 15, 2022
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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: December 8, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: December 8, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: December 8, 2022
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: December 7, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: December 7, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: December 6, 2022
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. ...
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Mayor
Posted on: November 28, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: November 28, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: November 28, 2022
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...
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Public Works
Posted on: November 22, 2022
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: November 10, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: November 10, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: November 10, 2022
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: October 31, 2022
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 --...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 31, 2022
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 --...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: October 31, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: October 31, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 24, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 24, 2022
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: October 11, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: September 27, 2022
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: September 9, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: September 7, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: September 7, 2022
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: August 11, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: August 11, 2022
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: August 11, 2022
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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: July 21, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: July 6, 2022
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: June 27, 2022
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 ...
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Mayor
Posted on: June 23, 2022
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: May 27, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 25, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 23, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Please by advised: Due to inclement weather, tonight's Common Council meeting is being postponed to a later date.
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Common Council
Posted on: April 26, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: April 14, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: April 12, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 30, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 16, 2022
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 ...
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City Chamberlain
Posted on: March 16, 2022
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 ...
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Common Council
Posted on: March 16, 2022
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 ...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 15, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: March 15, 2022
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...
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Finance
Posted on: March 11, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 4, 2022
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: March 4, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 2, 2022
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 ...
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City Administrator
Posted on: March 2, 2022
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 ...
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Common Council
Posted on: March 2, 2022
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 ...
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Finance
Posted on: March 2, 2022
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 ...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 28, 2022
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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Mayor
Posted on: February 28, 2022
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: February 16, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: February 16, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 16, 2022
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: February 16, 2022
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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: February 16, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: February 16, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 11, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 10, 2022
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: February 10, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 10, 2022
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: February 10, 2022
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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: January 31, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 31, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 26, 2022
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 ...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 26, 2022
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 ...
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Historic District & Landmark Preservation Commission
Posted on: January 26, 2022
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 ...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 26, 2022
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 ...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 26, 2022
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 ...
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Planning Board
Posted on: January 19, 2022
Firefighters participate in High School Career Fair, public workshops set for Kaal Rock and Barlett parks plans, check out the flyers for community events, all this and more in The Buzz: City of Poughkeepsie E-Newsletter — May 26, 2023 -&nbs...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 19, 2022
Firefighters participate in High School Career Fair, public workshops set for Kaal Rock and Barlett parks plans, check out the flyers for community events, all this and more in The Buzz: City of Poughkeepsie E-Newsletter — May 26, 2023 -&nbs...
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Common Council
Posted on: January 19, 2022
Firefighters participate in High School Career Fair, public workshops set for Kaal Rock and Barlett parks plans, check out the flyers for community events, all this and more in The Buzz: City of Poughkeepsie E-Newsletter — May 26, 2023 -&nbs...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 19, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 19, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 19, 2022
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 5, 2022
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.
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Mayor
Posted on: January 4, 2022
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: January 4, 2022
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...
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Engineering
Posted on: January 4, 2022
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: January 4, 2022
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...
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Public Works
Posted on: December 29, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: December 8, 2021
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...
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City Chamberlain
Posted on: December 8, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: December 8, 2021
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...
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Police Department
Posted on: December 7, 2021
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: December 7, 2021
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...
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Community Development
Posted on: December 7, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: November 16, 2021
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: November 16, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: November 16, 2021
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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: November 9, 2021
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: November 9, 2021
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...
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Common Council
Posted on: November 9, 2021
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...
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Corporation Counsel
Posted on: November 9, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 28, 2021
Mayor Rob Rolison has announced the creation of a website that enables the public to find out more about the federal American Rescue Plan Act, provide important feedback and track the city’s use of these funds.
The city has been awarded a total o...
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City Administrator
Posted on: October 28, 2021
Mayor Rob Rolison has announced the creation of a website that enables the public to find out more about the federal American Rescue Plan Act, provide important feedback and track the city’s use of these funds.
The city has been awarded a total o...
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Finance
Posted on: October 28, 2021
Mayor Rob Rolison has announced the creation of a website that enables the public to find out more about the federal American Rescue Plan Act, provide important feedback and track the city’s use of these funds.
The city has been awarded a total o...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 26, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 26, 2021
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...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: October 26, 2021
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...
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City Administrator
Posted on: October 26, 2021
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...
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Corporation Counsel
Posted on: October 26, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 20, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: October 15, 2021
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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Finance
Posted on: October 15, 2021
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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Mayor
Posted on: October 5, 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...
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Community Development
Posted on: September 29, 2021
"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...
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Mayor
Posted on: September 27, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: September 27, 2021
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...
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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: September 22, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: September 21, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: September 21, 2021
“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...
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Mayor
Posted on: August 16, 2021
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...
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Finance
Posted on: June 15, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: March 30, 2021
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...
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Mayor
Posted on: February 2, 2021
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...
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Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Plan
Posted on: February 2, 2021
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 ...
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Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Plan
Posted on: January 14, 2021
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,...
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Police Department
Posted on: January 13, 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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: December 21, 2020
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...
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Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Plan
Posted on: December 9, 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...
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Planning Board
Posted on: September 23, 2020
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...
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Finance
Posted on: September 23, 2020
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...
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Finance
Posted on: April 21, 2020
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-6th Ward) and Yvonne Flowers (I-5th Ward), both members of the City’s Finance Committee and sponsors o...
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Finance
Posted on: April 21, 2020
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-6th Ward) and Yvonne Flowers (I-5th Ward), both members of the City’s Finance Comm...
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Finance
Posted on: March 3, 2020
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 ...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: January 15, 2020
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...
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Finance
Posted on: December 20, 2019
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. ...
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Planning & Zoning
Posted on: May 10, 2018
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. &...
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Downtown Parking Improvement Plan
Posted on: January 17, 2017
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...
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Poughkeepsie City Center Connectivity Project
Posted on: October 6, 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...
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Poughkeepsie City Center Connectivity Project