News from the 38th Senate District

For years, countless students, teachers, parents and activists have tirelessly advocated for a solution to address the struggles within the East Ramapo Central School District and recently we have taken steps toward achieving it.

That is why it is so crucial for the residents of East Ramapo School District to pass the school budget today. Polls are open until 10 PM tonight.  If you have questions regarding registration or where to vote, you may call the District Clerk's office at 845-577-6015.  

The budget proposal respects the property tax cap and maintains momentum toward rebuilding public education.  

Over the last few years with state oversight and additional funding, the East Ramapo community has been given hope for a better future. By supporting the school district's budget today, we can continue to work together to provide our school district with the tools it needs to succeed and develop the leaders of tomorrow.

Sincerely,

David Carlucci

New York State Senator

38^th Senate District

EDITOR'S NOTE:

There is no Mayoral Control here or in any other School District outside of New York City.

News from the 38th Senate District

I hope you will find this newsletter to be an informative and interesting update on our work in the Senate and throughout Rockland and Westchester. Please do not hesitate to contact my office at 845-623-3627.

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Job Fair with Rockland Community College

Ever year my office co-sponsors the Job Fair at Rockland Community College.  Come by to meet employers, gather information and apply for jobs.  Part-time, full-time, entry-level and professional positions are available.  Bring plenty of resumes and dress to impress!

Thursday, April 6, 2017

11AM – 3PM

Rockland Community College Eugene Levy Field House, 145 College Road, Suffern

Protecting the Community through Stronger Code Enforcement

The Senate & Assembly recently passed my bill to crack down on building and code inspectors who don't do their job. We have unfortunately seen issues with buildings that haven't been properly inspected or even inspected at all! When these developments are allowed to move forward after substandard oversight, it creates huge problems. There are safety risks for the users of the structure and dangerous conditions for our first responders. Giving the State the ability to punish these bad actors empowers the monitors on the ground to root out corruption and stop it when they see it. What happened in Ramapo was a destructive scheme that will impact our community for years to come and we must not let that happen again.

Scholarship Opportunity

As a member of the Italian-American Legislators Conference, I am happy to provide an opportunity for 4 students to win $3,000 scholarships; two for academic achievement and two for athletics. 

To qualify for the scholarships, applicants must have an average above 85, good conduct and demonstrate the dedication to pursue and complete a higher education degree, are involved in an organized sport (if applying for the athletic scholarship), active in community services and can demonstrate a financial need. 

Applications can be obtained by calling my office at 845-623-3627 and must be returned to Room 315 LOB, Albany, NY, 12247 no later than 5 PM on April 21.

Saving School Districts Millions

As budget negotiations are still ongoing, we passed a bill in the Senate today that will make a simple fix and save some of our area school districts millions of dollars. School districts are charged exorbitant fees by local governments to collect school taxes instead of allowing them to go directly into the classroom where they belong. My legislation would allow school districts to collect their own taxes and avoid millions in unnecessary expenses. I look forward to working with the Assembly and Governor to get millions of dollars throughout NY back into the classroom.

Meet and Take Photos with the Easter Bunny

Wednesday, April 5, 2017 5:00 PM

Pearl River Library Community Room 80 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River

Upcoming Events

To RSVP for any of these events, please call my office at 845-623-3627 

Free Naloxone Trainings; Learn to Save a Life

Thursday, April 27, 2017 7:00 PM

Suffern Free Library 210 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern

Highway Cleanup with Keep Rockland Beautiful

April 29th, which is also National Volunteer Day and right on the heels of Earth Day

Please contact the office via phone 845-708-9164 or email cleanups@keeprocklandbeautiful.org to set up a supply pickup from our shed which is located in the entrance to the New City Bowling Alley parking lot:

90 N. Main Street, New City, NY 10956

Senator David Carlucci's Fun Run, Walk and Roll to benefit the Larisa Karassik Foundation

Entry Fee/Suggested Donation: $25

May 24 6:30 PM, Rockland State Park