Politics & Government

Coronavirus: Nyack Is Running Though Village Hall Is Closed

The Nyack DPW will continue with regularly scheduled trash and recycling pickups, but court is closed and land use hearings are postponed.

NYACK, NY — Due to the new coronavirus outbreak, Nyack officials closed Village Hall Monday, but that doesn't mean the government stopped work.

All village departments will be reachable by phone or email and all calls will be returned the same business day. Village staff will continue to perform necessary operations.

"It is incumbent on each member of our community to do their part to reduce the impact of this virus and the Village feels strongly that this is a necessary measure for both residents and staff," officials said.

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For example, the Nyack Department of Public Works will continue with regularly scheduled trash and recycling pickups.

However, land use board meetings and public hearings will be postponed until such time as public safety concerns have been satisfied.

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Also, Nyack Justice Court scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays is postponed through April 9. Anyone with an appearance for traffic court between now and then will receive written notice of a court adjournment to a new future date. Civil actions for the month of March are postponed and adjourned to new future dates. notifications will mailed to all parties. Emergency applications should contact the court office.

Criminal court arraignments will proceed as needed.

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"We are a strong and resilient community, we have all worked together to weather difficult times in the past and we will do so now," officials said. "In order to successfully put this virus in our rear window, every resident in Nyack is going to need to appropriately modify behavior and follow the guidelines set out by medical professionals. This virus must be treated seriously and its potential impact on our lives can not be understated should we disregard the advice of those who understand how to reduce its impact."

Residents who have business with the village should contact Village Hall via telephone or email. Go to the website for phone numbers, email addresses and other important information.


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