Clarkstown Board to Start Drawing Wards

NEW CITY, NY – Clarkstown Town Supervisor George Hoehmann and the Town Board have started the process of establishing the ward boundaries for Clarkstown's new election districts.

The ward system was approved by the voters in November 2015 and the Town Board has started the process to draw the ward boundaries. One council member will be elected from each of four wards.

Two public hearings will be held, Jan. 31 and March 7, at Clarkstown Town Hall, 10 Maple Ave., New City. They'll be part of the board meeting and will start at 7:30PM.

Public comment will be an integral part in deciding how ward boundaries will be drawn, town officials said.

Officials have already begun an information campaign to various community and civic groups to receive input from their stakeholders.

In addition, for residents or community organizations unable to attend the public hearings, the Town has created an email address where public comments may be electronically submitted. Those wishing to submit via email can do so by using ward@clarkstown.org. All comments submitted via email will go into the public record along with comments made during the public hearings.

“In continuing our dedication to open government we not only want to hear from every resident on this issue, but we are making it as easy as possible for any resident or group to comment on the ward system,” Hoehmann said in the hearing announcement. “The ward system represents local government at its best, where the needs of a community are brought to the forefront. I encourage everyone to let their voice be heard.”

Clarkstown voters approved a ward system but one was narrowly defeated in neighboring Ramapo. SEE: Ramapo Ward System Rejected--Affidavits Made the Difference

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