Children's Day Parade

Join the Kingston Parks and Recreation Department tomorrow (Friday, July 7th) for our 49th Annual Children's Day Parade! The parade steps off at 6:00pm from the corner of Pine Grove Avenue and Broadway (next to the YMCA). Participants will march up Broadway, turn left onto Albany Avenue, right onto Clinton Avenue and right onto Westbrook Lane before ending behind the Herzog’s store at Kingston Plaza. Youth participants will enjoy a free hot dog and drink provided by Parks and Rec. and Hannaford and served by the members of the Kingston Professional Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 461. Don't forget to stick around for the fireworks presented by the Kingston Police Benevolent Association!

City of Kingston 4th of July Celebration

Join us tonight for the annual Independence Day Celebration! Music begins at 5:00pm at T.R. Gallo Park and fireworks will be launched from the Wurts St. Bridge at 9:30pm. Free shuttle services to the Waterfront will be available beginning at 5:30pm. Pick up locations include the Kingston Plaza over by the baseball fields and Cornell Street Parking Lot. There will also be ADA accessible shuttles available for pick up at Kingston Point Beach. Shuttles can also be flagged down. Shuttle services will continue until 11:00pm. Have a safe and fun evening Kingston!

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Correction: The Special Laws and Rules Committee is scheduled for this Thursday, July 6th at 7:00pm (not Wednesday, as it is listed in this newsletter.) Thank you!

Mayor Steve Noble's Weekly Update

Check out Mayor Steve Noble's Weekly Update here! Information about the 4th of July celebration and fireworks, service hour changes, upcoming events, and much more can be found here.

Traffic Advisory: Please note that due to a power outage on Friday evening, the traffic light at the corner of Washington and Linderman Avenues is now blinking red. We are aware of this issue and expect it to be resolved this week. Please stay alert. Thank you!

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City of Kingston awarded $120,000 grant from NoVo Foundation to support the Live Well Kingston Commission KINGSTON, N.Y. Mayor Steve Noble is pleased to announce the selection of the City of Kingston by the NoVo Foundation for a $60,000 per year, two-year grant award. “I made a commitment during my State of the City address this year to establish the Live Well Kingston Commission in order to strengthen and further our community’s collective wellness efforts, with the hope of ultimately enabling Kingston to become one of the healthiest cities in the state,” said Mayor Noble. “This funding support is an incredible opportunity for us to develop and coordinate an effective commission that brings together residents, businesses, community organizations and public health experts to address barriers to health and wellness in our neighborhoods.” The support of the NoVo Foundation will allow the City to hire a part-time Coordinator for the Commission and expand the efforts of the Commission’s “focus teams.” These focus teams, which include Travel Well, Eat Well, Age Well, and Play Well, work directly in the community to engage local stakeholders to build a healthier, more resilient community. In addition to the grant award, Mayor Noble is pleased to announce the appointment of all eleven Live Well Kingston Commission members. These volunteer Commissioners include: Amanda Stromoski; Anna Brett; Brooke Pickering-Cole; Dylan Johanson; Gerry Harrington; Kathleen Rogan; Margaret Gagnon; Melinda Herzog; Stacey Kraft; Stephanie Hope; and Dr. Walter Woodley. The Live Well Kingston Coordinator is expected to be hired later this summer.

Comprehensive Plan Zoning Committee Informational Presentation

The Comprehensive Plan Zoning Committee has been working to develop a multi-phase zoning update that aligns with our recently adopted Comprehensive Plan, streamlines processes, and preserves our historic and natural resources. Join us tonight for an introduction and informational overview of this effort, presented by Shuster Associates and Nelson, Pope and Voorhis LLC. Audience members will learn about why our zoning must be updated, where we are in the process, and how the public can provide input into these proposed amendments going forward. Questions from the audience will be taken following tonight's presentation. This is the first in a series of public meetings to be held this summer on the various components of this zoning update. Subsequent meetings will include opportunities for public comment and dialogue. Special thanks to The Kingston Land Trust who will be offering informal volunteer interpretation from English to Spanish at tonight's meeting.

“Movies Under the Stars” Summer Movie Series Returns to Kingston KINGSTON, N.Y. Mayor Steve Noble is pleased to announce the return of the City’s popular “Movies Under the Stars” program. Established in 2011 by a group of community volunteers, “Movies Under the Stars” connects local residents and visitors to Kingston’s parks and public spaces through a series of free outdoor movie events. “This is one of my favorite traditions in the City of Kingston,” said Mayor Noble. “It’s a great way to spend time with family and reconnect with neighbors. I encourage everyone to join in the fun and enjoy a free movie night in the park.” The free “Movies Under the Stars” program is made possible thanks to our generous sponsors. To become a sponsor, please call Carly Winnie, City Clerk and Chair of the Planning Committee, at 334-3914 or e-mail her at cwinnie@kingston-ny.gov. Films are shown at 8:30pm on each of the scheduled movie dates. In the event of rain, notifications about postponements or cancellations will be sent to all media and radio stations and posted at www.kingston-ny.gov and on the City’s Facebook page. Movies Under the Stars 2017 Schedule: Friday, July 21st- Beauty and the Beast (2016, Live Action)- Academy Green Friday, July 28th- La La Land- Wall St. Friday, August 4th- Wall-E - Forsyth Park Friday, August 11th- Lost Rondout: A Story of Urban Removal - A film by Stephen Blauweiss & Lynn Woods - T.R. Gallo Park

Mayor Steve Noble's Weekly Update

Mayor Steve Noble's Weekly Update

Mayor Steve Noble and the City of Kingston’s Department of Public Works are pleased to announce current and upcoming paving and accessibility projects. The first round of paving is currently underway at East Chester St. Extension, Kingston Terrace, Lisa Lane, and Tammany St., from East Chester St. to the dead end. The paving program also includes installation of handicap accessible curb ramps at intersections in paved areas. These must be installed prior to paving. Bids for curb ramp installations will be opened on June 28th, with award and construction of ramps to follow. Additional locations to be paved later in the year after the ramp construction and installations include: Browning Terrace Conway Place Crown St., from North Front St. to Green St. Derrenbacher St. Fort St. Furnace St., from Franklin St.to Henry St. Hewitt Place Main St., from Washington Ave. to Wall St. Manor Place, from Wilson Ave. to Roosevelt St. Pearl St., from Green St. to Washington Ave. Schryver Ct. South Farrelly St. With a combined total of over $1 million invested in paving projects during the 2016 and 2017 paving seasons, we are making significant strides in improving our aging roads,” said Mayor Noble. “However, with 84.75 miles of road to maintain, we are aware that there are additional streets that require paving. We will continue to update the list of paving projects on a regular basis.” The City of Kingston is able to complete these significant paving projects thanks to shared services with neighboring communities, including the towns of Esopus, Ulster, and Kingston, as well as the Ulster County Department of Public Works. Updates will be sent to local media and posted on the City’s website (www.kingston-ny.gov) and Facebook page as paving projects are scheduled.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 24TH Please note that due to a number of high-profile events taking place throughout the City of Kingston today, including the Hudson River Maritime Museum’s Hudson River Day/Boat Building Challenge and the Bob Dylan and His Band concert at Hutton Brickyards, motorists should expect some traffic delays. The following areas are anticipated to experience the most significant delays: Hudson River Maritime Museum’s Hudson River Day/Boat Building Challenge (50 Rondout Landing) Start time: 10:00am-5:00pm • As per Executive Order, from 9:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. on Saturday June 24, 2017, there will be no parking at the following meters on Rondout Landing: 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, and 67. Concert at Hutton Brickyards (200 North St.) Gates open: 5:30pm Most of Delaware Avenue will experience traffic delays. However, all nearby side streets in the Hutton Brickyards/Kingston Point area are likely to see an influx of traffic. Local traffic should use East Strand St. if possible. As per Executive Order, from 4:30 p.m. through 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 24th, there will be NO PARKING on Delaware Avenue from Lindsley Avenue to Kingston Point, North Street from East Union Street to the Entrance to Hutton Brickyards, Cordts Street from Willow Street to Delaware Avenue, and Willow Street. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible. Update Regarding Saturday Shuttle: The weekly Saturday Shuttle will be operating on a limited schedule today (Saturday, June 24th), ending at 5:30pm. The shuttle, which allows individuals to travel from Uptown, Midtown and Downtown continuously for a one-time fare of $2 for the day, will run from 12:00pm-5:30pm. Riders can hop on the shuttle at the top of each hour on North Front St., along the way at designated shuttle pick up locations or by flagging the bus, and at each half hour in front of Ulster County Tourism. The last shuttle will leave Ulster County Tourism at 5:30pm and will conclude by dropping off the last riders in Uptown. Thank you for your patience during this busy day and evening in the City of Kingston. Any updates will be provided as soon as possible and made available in the “Latest News” section at www.kingston-ny.gov.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 23RD: Please note that due to a number of high-profile events taking place throughout the City of Kingston this evening, including the Kingston High School graduation at Dietz Stadium and the Bob Dylan and His Band concert at Hutton Brickyards, motorists should expect some traffic congestion. The following areas are anticipated to experience the most significant delays: Kingston High School Graduation Start time: 5:00pm • Washington Avenue, particularly as it intersects with North Front St. However, all nearby side streets in the Uptown area are likely to see an influx of traffic beginning at 4pm. Concert at Hutton Brickyards Gates open: 5:30pm • Delaware Avenue, particularly as it intersects with North St. However, all nearby side streets in the Hutton Brickyards/Kingston Point area are likely to see an influx of traffic. o As per Executive Order, from 4:30 p.m. through 11:00 p.m. on Friday June 23rd, there will be NO PARKING on Delaware Avenue from Lindsley Avenue to Kingston Point, North Street from East Union Street to the Entrance to Hutton Brickyards, Cordts Street from Willow Street to Delaware Avenue, and Willow Street. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible. Thank you for your patience during this busy evening in the City of Kingston. Please continue to visit www.kingston-ny.gov for the latest updates.