Peekskill, Putnam Valley push for regional harmful-algae study as grant deadline nears
Sep 8, 2026
Sep 8, 2026
Water staff and Putnam Valley's supervisor asked the council to endorse a competitive Hudson River Estuary grant (250K'$750K) due Sept. 15 to study harmful algal blooms, toxins and watershed transport; staff proposed a 20% local match to be shared with Putnam Valley.
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Dave Rambo and watershed inspector Joe Scapoli briefed the council on a proposed harmful-algae monitoring grant intended to protect Peekskill's drinking water.
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