From The Executive's Desk

  • Ulster County Bridge Dedication in the Memory of Sheriff Michael LaPaglia
    Posted: August 27, 2019
    PHOENICIA, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan, joined by members of the Ulster County Legislature and Shandaken town officials, announced the dedication of the Bridge Street Bridge in Phoenicia as the “Sheriff Michael LaPaglia Memorial Bridge” in honor of the former Ulster County Sheriff. The bridge, which crosses the Esopus Creek on County Route 40, is one of only two access routes to the Shandaken hamlet of Phoenicia. 
  • Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan Announces Comprehensive Coordinated Implementation of New York State's Red Flag Law
    Posted: August 23, 2019
    Ulster Among First to Launch Countywide Partnership Between Government, Law Enforcement and Educators to Enact the New Extreme Risk Protection 
  • Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan Breaks Ground on Public Safety Training Center
    Posted: August 21, 2019
    TOWN OF ULSTER, N.Y. –  Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan, members of the Ulster County Legislature, members of organized labor, and representatives of the volunteer firefighter community today broke ground on the new Public Safety Training Center on Ulster Landing Road in the Town of Ulster. This ground breaking signifies the start of construction of the new three-story concrete building that will house the state-of-the-art burn facility.
  • Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan Signs “Term Limits” Legislation
    Posted: August 14, 2019
    KINGSTON, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan signed into law a historic bill creating term limits for Ulster County elected officials. Under the new law, County Legislators’ can serve for no more than six full terms and no person shall serve as County Executive or Comptroller for more than three full terms. 
  • County Executive Pat Ryan Announces Countywide Action to Combat Tick-Borne Illnesses
    Posted: August 9, 2019
    Kingston, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan today announced a new countywide plan to combat tick-borne diseases. The plan, which is being implemented across multiple County departments and mediums, aims to inform Ulster County residents of the proper precautions they can take when participating in outdoor activities. 
  • Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan Announces "Connect Ulster" Initiative
    Posted: August 6, 2019
    Kingston, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan today announced the launch of the county’s new digital outreach initiative, “Connect Ulster.” Connect Ulster will better enable residents to engage County Government and the County Executive directly. A multi-platform social media and digital outreach effort, Connect Ulster will provide a space for residents to make requests for services along with sharing feedback and ideas. 
  • Statement from Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan on the Powassan Virus
    Posted: August 1, 2019
    “On behalf of the county we send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of our neighbor who passed away. Although exceedingly rare, the Powassan virus and other tick-borne diseases are a serious threat and I encourage everyone to be extra vigilant when taking part in outdoor activities. I have directed our Health Commissioner and County departments to take every step necessary to help prevent the spread of tick-borne diseases including the implementation of an expanded public awareness campaign.” ###
  • Ulster County Health Department Confirms Powassan Virus Fatality
    Posted: August 1, 2019
    Kingston, N.Y. – The Ulster County Department of Health was notified today that an Ulster County resident passed away from the Powassan virus, a rare and often serious disease spread by infected ticks. This is the first known case of an individual diagnosed with the Powassan virus in New York State this year. The resident, who lives in Gardiner, had additional underlying health conditions and passed away earlier this week.
  • Ulster County Maintains Strong Financial Standing with ‘AA’ Bonding Rating
    Posted: July 31, 2019
    KINGSTON, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan announced today that the County has maintained its strong ‘AA’ overall credit rating in the latest S&P Global Ratings report. The County’s rating is a result of strong, financial management, budgetary performance, budgetary flexibility, liquidity, and debt and contingent liability position. The County was also noted for its economic growth.
  • Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan Announces 2019 Veterans Stand Down
    Posted: July 30, 2019
    Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan Announces 2019 Veterans Stand Down Kingston, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan announces today that the Ulster County Veteran Services Agency will host a Veterans “Stand Down” on Friday August 9, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex in Saugerties, NY, rain or shine.
  • The Felice Brothers Come Home to Play the Ulster County Fair
    Posted: July 28, 2019
    The Felice Brothers Come Home to Play the Ulster County Fair  New Paltz, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan today announced that the Felice Brothers, a nationally recognized Americana band that was featured two months ago in Rolling Stone Magazine, will headline the Ulster County Fair on Thursday night, August 1st at 8pm.
  • Ulster County Dedicates Rochester Bridge In The Memory of Arthur D. Lapp, Sr.
    Posted: July 26, 2019
    Ulster County Dedicates Rochester Bridge In The Memory of Arthur D. Lapp, Sr. TOWN OF ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan announces today the dedication of the County Route 6 bridge in Alligerville as the Arthur D. Lapp, Sr. Memorial Bridge in honor of the fire district’s former chief. The bridge carries County Route 6 over the Rondout Creek in the Town of Rochester.