Catch Up With Kevin Byrne At Putnam 'Trailblazing' Events

PUTNAM COUNTY, NY — Assemblyman Kevin Byrne will host his annual "Trailblazing with Byrne" constituent forums in Putnam County in August.

While he's been doing them in each town in the 94th Assembly District, this year the events in Southeast, Mahopac, Carmel and Patterson take on additional significance. Byrne is the only candidate for Putnam County Executive in this year's general election. (The current officeholder, MaryEllen Odell, is at the end of her second term.)

Byrne plans to host six informal forums, and constituents of all backgrounds are welcome to gather outside for a Q&A session from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. prior to taking a walk that features parks, trails and preserved open spaces in the region.

• Aug. 16 at the Tonetta Lake Trailhead (Southeast Town Park), 192-198 Pumphouse Road, Brewster, NY 10509
• Aug. 20 at the Mahopac Library, at 668 US-6, Mahopac, NY 10541
• Aug. 25 at Pelton Pond in Fahnstock Park, 1498 Route 301, Carmel, NY 10512,
• Aug. 26 at the Hudson Valley Land Trust, Inc. Building, at 2 NY-164, Patterson, NY 12563

He said each year at the forums he has received lots of ffeedback, questions and ideas from constituents.

"While it’s well-known I won’t be returning to Albany as your Assemblyman next year, I still believe it’s important to meet with constituents face-to-face, update them on the work we’ve completed, listen to their concerns and learn about the issues that matter most to them," Byrne said in the announcement. “I could always be called back up to Albany for a special legislative session, but the information I collect may also be helpful for our next Assemblymember during a transition. Secondarily, I also enjoy highlighting our beautiful outdoor spaces as we simultaneously promote healthy living with a fun walk outdoors."

Each Q&A session is streamed on the Assemblyman’s YouTube channel, technology and weather permitting. For more details, contact the Assemblyman's district office at (845) 278-2923 or visit nyassembly.gov/byrne.