Rockland County Office for the Aging HIICAP is gearing up for the Medicare Open Enrollment. We are happy to announce several informational seminars to bring you the most up-to-date Medicare information.
Families Urged to Continue Reducing Water Usage
New City, NY – County Executive Ed Day and Commissioner of Health Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert have lifted the Modified Stage II Water Emergency, effective immediately, that has been in effect since Thursday 8/18/2022 in Rockland County and instead shift restrictions from mandatory to voluntary.
Dry conditions have led to unprecedented flow levels in the Ramapo River which limited the use of Veolia’s Ramapo Valley Well Field, a significant source of water for Rockland residents, which triggered the water emergency.
Water usage has fallen about 15% in Rockland County since mandatory restrictions were enacted and families are urged to continue limiting usage and keeping outdoor watering to a minimum.
“I want to thank our residents and businesses for taking this water emergency seriously. Thanks to your diligent efforts, water usage is down 15%,” 𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲. “While restrictions are no longer mandatory, we are still urging everyone to continue to keep water usage to a minimum.”
The decision was made Wednesday by the County for several reasons including recent rainfall which has driven up water levels up in the river and Lake DeForest Reservoir. Additionally with poliovirus still circulating, we are encouraging more frequent handwashing and we don’t want families in the County to limit indoor usage that could impact hygiene care. Lastly, we know families have been struggling already with record-high inflation and high gas prices and want to shield them from the 25% surcharge, implemented by the Public Service Commission, which would have taken effect this weekend.
“Staying out of the water emergency largely rests with the continued cooperation of Rockland residents,” added County Executive Day.
These water saving measures, which primarily impact outdoor water usage, apply to all residents and businesses, regardless of whether the water is from a public supplier or private well.
Water Use Recommendations:
Lawns
Lawns may be watered twice a week.
Gardens & Landscape
Flower gardens, vegetable gardens and landscaped areas (trees, shrubs, potted plants or other outdoor plants) can be watered every other day.
Other Recommendations:
Continue to use water efficiently indoors with low-flow shower heads and toilets (look for the Water Sense label if purchasing new fixtures), fix any leaks, sweep rather than wash paved surfaces, run only full loads in washing machines and dish washers, don’t use toilets to dispose of tissues, and consider switching to high-efficiency appliances when it’s time for replacement.
ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. (September, 2022) – Rockland Community College Emergency Medical Technician Training Program was created last year in partnership with Rockland Paramedics, the Rockland Workforce Board and Rockland Career Center to help alleviate an ongoing Emergency Medical Technician and paramedic shortage in the region while helping unemployed and underemployed workers on a new career path. The first class graduated in May of this year; the summer session class will end early next month, and the spring session will coincide with the RCC calendar in January 2023.
The Emergency Medical Technician program leads to NYS Certification as an EMT-Basic. Students are trained to provide care in life-threatening or potentially life-threatening conditions and to prevent further harm before a patient is moved or transported. Students complete a rigorous course including didactic and practical instruction as required by New York State. Students who successfully complete the course and pass the final written and practical exam will be eligible to take the New York State Certification Exam on the last day of the program.
The three-month-long program culminates with on-the-job training as an EMT professional at Rockland Paramedics Services, which has already committed to hiring those students who complete the program at an expected starting salary of $46,900. The program cost is $6,997 but is free for individuals who qualify for assistance through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
“This partnership provides Rockland County’s emerging workforce with the skills necessary to obtain sustainable employment while connecting Rockland County employers with a workforce tailored to their needs,” says Beth Coyle, Vice President of Operations for Rockland Community College.
To learn more about this program, please visit https://sunyrockland.edu/community/workforce-development/industry-credentials/.
NOTICE
There will be NO PARKING allowed on the following streets on Friday, September 16th from 9-11 am AND – Saturday, September 17th from 8 am – Sunday, September 18th.
Lower Castle Heights, Ellen St, and Van Houten
The newly applied surface of the roads requires time to cure. Parking during the curing will damage the surface. As a reminder work is being done Friday morning and again on Saturday-Sunday
Work will commence at 6:00 AM until 4:00 PM or completed. There may be periods of time where the roads above will be shut down even to local traffic, which may affect side roads as well. The Village will do its best to allow local cars through when possible. Please plan accordingly.
– Recognized as Top Performer in Social Mobility –
(SPARKILL, N.Y. — September 14, 2022) St. Thomas Aquinas College is proud to be ranked among the Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report for 2023. This year marks the tenth consecutive year that the College has been recognized.St. Thomas Aquinas College was also recognized as a Top Performer in Social Mobility for the fourth year in a row. This important ranking measures how well institutions graduated students who received federal Pell Grants – typically from households earning less than $50,000 annually.
“Providing access to an affordable education for all students is our top priority. So, it is rewarding to once again be named a best regional college by U.S. News & World Report and to be recognized for the social mobility of our students,” said St. Thomas Aquinas College President Ken Daly. “This is a reflection of the leadership and care of our dedicated staff and faculty who strive to provide a transformational educational experience for these students.”
Now in its 38th year, U.S. News and World Report serves as a guide for prospective students and their families, ranking 1,500 colleges and universities on up to 17 measures of academic quality.
For a list of the full rankings and methodology, visit U.S. News and World Report.