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May 16, 2024

Fitch Double Upgrades Rockland Bonds to “AA+” Rating

County Executive Ed Day, County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr., and Commissioner of Finance Stephen DeGroat are proud to announce that Fitch Ratings upgraded the County’s General Obligation Bond Rating from “AA-” to “AA+.”

May 13, 2024

Protect Yourself and Your Family from Tick Bites This Spring

As the warmer weather is welcomed and families spend more time outside, remember to protect yourself and loved ones from tick bites. A bite from an infected tick can cause Lyme Disease and other diseases such as Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Powassan.

May 10, 2024

MTA’s Service Expansion Falls Short For Rockland Weekday Commuters

We appreciate that MTA has responded to our pleas for the past 20 years to expand the ferry service but are disappointed that there is no increased weekday service for our commuters.

May 9, 2024

State Election Law Will Increase Voter Costs

The County of Rockland and County Executive Ed Day have discovered claims that New York State’s new Election Law (S3505B/A4282B, Chapter 741) will save money are incorrect.

May 8, 2024

Families Invited To County’s Accessible Family Fun Day

Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Office for People with Disabilities Director Jacki Scott proudly invites the public to the County’s first Accessible Family Fun Day, Sunday, June 23, 2024.

May 3, 2024

Health Department Announces Annual Mosquito Control Treatment of Catch Basins and Storm Drains

The Rockland County Department of Health will be treating catch basins and storm drains to prevent mosquitoes from breeding in standing water inside of these structures. This work will be performed throughout the County beginning May 6, 2024 and will be completed by early June.

May 1, 2024

May is National Bike Month

National Bike Month is a celebration of cycling held every May in the United States, sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists. Why biking? It’s fun, healthy, decreases stress, is good for the environment, and saves money.

April 25, 2024

County Sues New York State Over Election Law

The County of Rockland and County Executive Ed Day are suing the State of New York for Election Bill (S3505B/A4282B, Chapter 741), which demands local elections to occur only in even numbered years.

April 23, 2024

Rockland County Youth Bureau Impact

April 22, 2024

County Hosts Second Annual Housing Forum

In honor of Community Development Month, Rockland County Executive Ed Day, Community Development Director Alexandra S. Obremski, and Human Rights Commissioner Spencer Chiimbwe hosted the second Rockland County Housing Forum on April 19th with major stakeholders including developers, lenders, county

April 22, 2024

Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) Lottery

County Executive Ed Day and Commissioner of Social Services Joan Silvestri announce that the Rockland County Department of Social Services (RCDSS) will be having an on-line Housing Choice Voucher Program lottery for specialized programs.

April 17, 2024

Health Department Offers Free Mosquito Control Products to Keep Pools and Outdoor Spas Mosquito Free

The Rockland County Department of Health announces the availability of free Mosquito Control Products for the 2024 season to help County residents reduce the number of mosquitoes on their property.

April 12, 2024

Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots for Cats, Dogs, And Ferrets on Sunday, April 28, 2024, 9 am – 12 pm

The Rockland County Department of Health announces free rabies shots (vaccinations) for cats, dogs, and ferrets belonging to Rockland residents on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemens Memorial Drive in Pomona.

April 12, 2024

FBI Warns Of Potential Attack

The County of Rockland, along with towns and law enforcement, are on alert following an FBI warning made Thursday to the House of Representatives.

April 11, 2024

County Lights Up Blue For Parkinson's

To commemorate World Parkinson's Day, the County of Rockland’s Allison Paris Building on New Hempstead Rd. in New City is lit blue for the Parkinson’s “Spark the Night” event happening worldwide on April 11th.

April 5, 2024

Positions Available for Rockland County Youth Bureau’s Summer 2024 Conservation Corps - Trail Repair Crew

County Executive Ed Day is proud to announce that the Rockland County Youth Bureau is accepting applications for the 2024 Rockland Conservation & Service Corps (RCSC) Trail Restoration Crew.

April 5, 2024

4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Tristate

The County of Rockland and County Executive Ed Day urges residents to stay calm following a 4.8 Earthquake that occurred early Friday.

April 2, 2024

April is Distracted Driver Month

The Rockland County Department of Health, the Rockland County STOP-DWI Program, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) remind residents that April is Distracted Driving Month.

March 28, 2024

Freedom Award Presented

County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency recognized two female veterans with a Freedom Award Wednesday. Every March, Rockland County presents the Freedom Award to outstanding female veterans for their outstanding service to our nation.

March 27, 2024

Rockland Takes Legal Action Against Congestion Pricing

On Wednesday, Rockland County Executive Ed Day and the County of Rockland filed a lawsuit against the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority (TBTA) & Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) over its Congestion Pricing plan.