Ulster County residents are encouraged to participate in several upcoming public hearings on the proposed 2025 county budget and 2025-2030 capital program, according to the Republican Legislative Caucus. The $432 million budget includes a proposed 15% property tax reduction, amounting to an $11 million cut, designed to provide tax relief to residents while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
The hearings are scheduled as follows:
- Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. at the Plattekill Public Library, 2047 State Route 32, Modena
- Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
- Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Ulster County Office Building, 244 Fair St., Kingston
The Ulster County Legislature will vote on the final budget at a special session on Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Minority Leader Kevin Roberts at (845) 518-6594, or email comments to vfab@co.ulster.ny.gov.