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Upcoming Events in Orangetown, NY

Rockland Chamber Networking Party at Black Parakeetz in Nyack, NY 10/25/23

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This post is sponsored by the Rockland Chamber Alliance.

Nyack, NY – Our seven Chambers of Commerce in Rockland County NY are thrilled to announce an exciting networking event that promises an evening of connection, entertainment, and community collaboration. On October 25th, 2023, at 7:00 PM, we invite local Chamber of Commerce members, business professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs to join us at the vibrant and artistic venue, Black Parakeetz in Nyack, NY, for an unforgettable experience.

Black Parakeetz is a rising star of the Nyack nightlife scene. Recently featured on CBS News, the establishment is renowned for its commitment to “the art of entertainment“. Located at 298 Main St in Nyack (map), this unique establishment offers a dynamic and lively atmosphere that perfectly complements our mission of fostering meaningful connections within Rockland County’s thriving business community.

Attendees of the Rockland Chamber Networking Party can expect an evening filled with opportunities to meet and mingle with like-minded professionals from across the county. Whether you are seeking new business partnerships, looking to expand your network, or simply want to unwind and have a great time, this event has something for everyone. Halloween outfits are not mandatory, but are encouraged.

Event Details:

The ticketing for this event is made simple and convenient through Eventbrite. You can secure your spot by visiting the official Eventbrite page: Rockland Chamber Networking Party Tickets. Tickets are $20 online only. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited to 65 guests. Bring business cards and some fabulous attire.

This Rockland Chamber Networking Party is brought to you by the collaboration of the seven Chambers of Commerce in Rockland County, NY, through the Rockland Chamber Alliance. It represents our business community’s commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and collaboration among the many hard-working businesses that make Rockland County a dynamic place to work and live.

Join us on October 25th at Black Parakeetz in Nyack for an evening of networking, entertainment, and camaraderie. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your fellow professionals, discover new opportunities, and be a part of our thriving Rockland County business community.

About the Rockland Chamber Alliance:

The Rockland Chamber Alliance is a collaborative effort of the seven Chambers of Commerce in Rockland County, NY. We are committed to promoting the growth and success of businesses in the region by providing networking opportunities, resources, and support to our members. Our goal is to foster a thriving business community that contributes to the economic vitality and quality of life in Rockland County.

Rockland Chamber Alliance Board Members: (Listed below)

  • Susan Farese, Nanuet Chamber of Commerce
  • Tom Ossa, North Rockland Chamber of Commerce
  • Roxy Perrone, New City Chamber of Commerce
  • Stephanie Melowsky, North Rockland Chamber of Commerce
  • Ray Sheridan, Pearl River Chamber of Commerce
  • Aidan Hand, Sloatsburg Chamber of Commerce
  • Terrence Clarke, Nyack Chamber of Commerce

For inquiries, or to connect to your local Chamber of Commerce, visit rocklandchamber.org/connect.

Rockland Achieves Another Remarkable Bond Rating

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New AA+ Rating Is One Step From Kroll Bond Rating Agency Highest AAA Rating

New City, NY – County Executive Ed Day and Commissioner of Finance Stephen DeGroat are proud to announce that Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA), a leading nationally recognized statistical ratings organization, has assigned AA+ bond rating to the County’s general obligation bonds, reflecting the County’s six-year trend of balancing operations, improving liquidity and reserves, controlled spending practices, and more.

“When I was first elected to serve as County Executive, the New York State Comptroller’s Office listed Rockland as the most fiscally stressed County in the entire state and our bond rating was one step above junk status,” said Rockland County Executive Ed Day. “This new and, without question, incredible bond rating right out of the gate by KBRA is only one step away from their highest rating of AAA, reaffirming Rockland becoming one of the fiscally strongest counties in the entire state, transforming from worst to first, in only 8 years.”

According to KBRA, “The County’s currently strong financial position demonstrates the dramatic recovery that has taken shape since fiscal year-end 2012.”  The report goes on to say, “the Stable Outlook assumes that management will continue to practice the conservative budgeting and careful expenditure controls that have contributed to six successive years of positive financial performance.”

Bond ratings define a borrower’s credit risk to lenders. The top rating Rockland has achieved indicates the County is low risk to lenders, which translates to saving money for taxpayers as it will allow Rockland to secure the lowest interest rates on borrowing for capital projects. 

“I want to thank the Rockland County Legislature for their help with this accomplishment and acknowledge Rockland Finance Commissioner Stephen DeGroat and Budget Director Steve Grogan for their tireless efforts to save taxpayer dollars,” said County Executive Day.

County Secures Another Victory Against NYC

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County Granted Preliminary Injunction Against City of New York (ruling attached below)

New City, NY – On Tuesday New York Supreme Court Justice Thomas Zugibe granted the County of Rockland’s request for a Preliminary Injunction against the City of New York and Mayor Eric Adams and the Armoni Hotel, prohibiting the City from proceeding with their plan to turn the Armoni Inn and Suites in Orangeburg into a shelter for 340 migrants.

In May, County Executive Ed Day filed a lawsuit against the City of New York citing its lack of authority to establish a shelter outside of its boundaries without cooperation of the County and local municipalities. The lawsuit underscores the City of New York’s lack of communication and planning and its failure to follow New York State rules and regulations required for setting up a shelter.

“The City of New York’s attempts at unilateral action are disrespectful of the people and local governments in Rockland County. The City government can do what it likes within its own borders, but it must show some regard for the people, governments, and laws of this County if it wants to open operations here, whether it is a shelter or its new voucher plan,” explained Rockland County Attorney Thomas Humbach. “The Court also found that the County opponents’ unresponsive, repetitive, and needlessly combative claims that the County acted with “racist motivation” failed to provide any persuasive argument.  Ultimately, the Preliminary Injunction prohibits the City from bringing people to Rockland County to house them in shelters.”

“This County has a severe housing crisis subjecting many low-income families in Rockland to overcrowded and unsafe living conditions,” said County Executive Ed Day. “Quadrupling the number of homeless in this County overnight, as the City is intending to do, will only compound our housing crisis and lead to more people living in these dangerously inhumane conditions that we are fighting to fix.”

“That includes going to site plans, approvals, inspections; it’s a lengthy process. The Mayor knows this because he issued his own executive order in his boroughs to accelerate that process,” explained Rockland County Department of Social Services Commissioner Joan Silvestri. “He has no authority to attempt to move homeless individuals outside of his city and certainly not if he hasn’t followed the state regulations for shelters for homeless individuals.”  

Read the full ruling here.

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