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Votes at a glance: Ulster County Legislature approves housing and social‑service measures, sets public hearings
Summary
At its meeting the Ulster County Legislature approved a suite of resolutions on housing and social services (Resolutions 136–144). Several contract amendments and program authorizations passed by voice vote; one proposed local law was postponed to allow further drafting and enforcement discussion.
The Ulster County Legislature on April 3, 2025 considered and voted on Resolutions 136 through 144, covering property transfer for housing development, ADU financing, shelter and social‑service contracts, a transit safety policy, and a proposed local law on safe passing distances for vulnerable road users. Most resolutions passed by voice vote; sponsors and staff provided brief explanations on funding, program purpose and next steps.
Key outcomes (voice votes unless noted):
- Resolution 136: Set a public hearing on the sale/transfer of county-owned property at 21 Elizabeth Street, Kingston, to the Ulster County Housing Development Corporation. Outcome: approved. (See separate article for details.)
- Resolution 137: Authorize use of Housing Action Fund dollars to establish an ADU revolving loan fund and solicit RFPs for administration and lending partners. Outcome: approved.
- Resolution 138: Approve execution of a county contract for $216,464 with Catholic Charities of Orange & Sullivan County, Department of Social Services, to support the SAFE program (shelter arrears and eviction prevention). Outcome:…
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