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Public Can Weigh in on Staggered Terms

Monticello, NY – Legislators have agreed to set two public hearings for citizens to make their feelings known about potentially staggering the terms of members of the Sullivan County Legislature.

Recommended by the County’s most recent Charter Review Commission as a way to better ensure the smooth function and continuity of County government, the initiative – if approved by legislators – would work this way:

Come See the Civil Rights Documentary '13th'

Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Human Rights Commission invites the entire Sullivan County community to join them for a special civil rights presentation and documentary screening on Friday, March 1 in Hurleyville.

Hosted by the Hurleyville Arts Centre, the event will feature NYS Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther, NYS Senator Jen Metzger and others speaking about civil rights, followed by a screening of the 2016 documentary “13th.” Named after the U.S. Constitution’s slavery-abolishing Thirteenth Amendment, the film explores race, justice, and mass incarceration in America.

State of the County Hits the Road

Monticello, NY – While dozens attended the January 24 State of the County Address and hundreds more watched online, not everyone had a chance to hear Sullivan County government’s achievements and goals for 2018, 2019 and beyond.

“So I’m hitting the road to bring the Address to them,” Legislature Chairman Luis Alvarez explained. “I started yesterday with the Town of Cochecton Board meeting, and I plan to visit every town board in the County.”

Long Term Care Council to Meet February 20

Monticello, NY - The Long Term Care Council is the advisory board for Sullivan NY Connects, the No Wrong Door/Single Entry Point for information on long-term services and supports in Sullivan County.  

The next meeting of the Long Term Care Council will be Wednesday, February 20, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Legislative Committee Room (2nd floor) in the Sullivan County Government Center in Monticello. Meetings of the Long Term Care Council are open to the public, and all are welcome to attend.

County at an Impasse with Teamsters Union

Monticello, NY – Despite two years of good-faith efforts, Sullivan County and the union which represents nearly half its workforce, Teamsters Local 445, have been unable to come to an agreement on a labor contract. As a result, the NYS Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) has begun the fact-finding process, whereby an independent analysis of the situation is being conducted, with recommendations to be made to the County and the union.

County Clerk Announces Retirement

Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Clerk Daniel Briggs confirmed today he will retire at the end of his term on December 31, 2019.

“It has been a privilege to serve the people of Sullivan County as their County Clerk these past 11+ years,” he said. “I will be leaving with deep pride in the team which comprises my office. I’ve worked with many dedicated and talented people, and whatever success I have enjoyed has been a direct result of their efforts and commitment.”

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