On September 30, a Ribbon Cutting event was held for the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. This event was held in recognition of the completion of the renovation of the West Span of the Newburgh Beacon Bridge including the construction of a new deck and other improvements.
Among the attendees were Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, Senator James Skoufis, Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson, Town of Newburgh Supervisor Gil Piaquadio, Deputy Supervisor Scott Manley, Mayor of Beacon Lee Kyriacou, and NYS Bridge Authority Executive Director Dr. Minosca Alcantara.
Piaquadio thanked all who made the construction possible and expressed gratitude for a safer and easier way to cross the Hudson River.