Wolfe Finds Common Ground in County Executive's 2015 Objectives for Rockland

Alden Wolfe, Chairman of the Rockland County Legislature, said he thought the County Executive’s agenda was packed with priorities that the Legislature shares, beginning with the call for collaboration. “I’m on the same page as the County Executive when it comes to attracting new businesses, closing on the Summit Park property by September, protecting Rockland commuters from toll increases on the Tappan Zee Bridge, encouraging a robust mass transit system and collaborating on a transparent budget.”

“Above all, I appreciated his positive outlook for the County. I agree that Rockland County is on the mend, and we have to be careful to enact policies that further economic growth. We are poised for success, thanks to conservative choices and corrective measures taken in recent years. I’m proud of the Legislature’s active role in our fiscal recovery.” With regard to business development, Wolfe said he would personally do whatever he can to further this effort, because, “There’s no better way to fight a deficit than by attracting strong businesses with good jobs.”

Wolfe expressed hope that the new Tappan Zee Bridge could have a positive impact on the County but that Rockland commuters should not bear the costs of the bridge. “We must work together to ensure that the state does all in its power to see that the County and the riverfront communities gain maximum economic potential from the new bridge.”

“Based on the County Executive’s remarks,” said Wolfe, “I’m very optimistic that 2015 will be a good year for Rockland County. We can accomplish so much when we work together. One shining example is the Task Force on Water Resource Management and the entire process of how a coalition of activists and government officials fought to protect Rockland’s ratepayers. When we talk about taxes and bridge tolls, we can’t forget our out-of-control water bills. This is a model for collaboration, and I look forward to working together with the County Executive, so that we can realize our common goals.”