Latest Covid-19 Information |
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Next Round of Paving Announced |
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Movies Under the Stars/Music in the Parks Return |
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2021-22 Kingston Visitors Guide Map |
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Pine Street Medical Center Groundbreaking Ceremony |
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Upcoming Filming at Kingston Point Beach |
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Mayor Noble's Tuesday Radio Show |
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A Message From Mayor Steve Noble:
Dear Friends,
Happy Fourth of July! Though we weren't able to host our annual fireworks display and celebration this year, I hope you all have a wonderful holiday celebrating with your friends and family.
And a reminder that sparklers are the only legal fireworks in the state. Any fireworks that launch are illegal to use in the City of Kingston. The Kingston Police Department has been cracking down on illegal fireworks, so please celebrate safely and smartly!
-Steve
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COVID-19 Information
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As of Friday, July 2, there are 14 active Covid-19 cases in Ulster County, 3 in Kingston, and there have been 265 deaths across the County. More local resources at Ulster County Covid-19 Information
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The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is now accepting applications. Details here.
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Small Business Recovery Loans provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in New York that have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Emergency Broadband Benefit will provide a discount of up to $50/month towards broadband service for eligible households and up to $75/month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
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Next Round of Paving Announced |
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The next round of paving in 2021 includes:
Gill Street from Yeoman Street to East Strand Street
Catherine Street from Gill Street to Sycamore Street
East Strand Street from Abruyn Street to trolley tracks
Milling operations will begin on or about Tuesday, July 6 and paving is scheduled to start on Monday, July 12 and be completed by Friday, July 16, 2021, weather depending. There will be intermittent lane changes and detours, which may cause slight delays.
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Movies Under the Stars & Music in the Parks Return
The City’s popular Movies Under the Stars, a series of five outdoor films held in Kingston’s parks and public spaces, will return this summer. The first movie, Zootopia, will be screened at the Kingston Public Library on July 21.
Music in the Parks will also be returning in 2021 with concerts on August 14 and August 28. Each musical event will begin at 7:00pm in TR Gallo Park and will precede the movie that night. The City of Kingston is looking for local musicians/bands to perform at the Music in the Parks. To apply, please fill out the Music in the Parks Submission Form here.
In the event of rain, notifications about postponements or cancellations will be posted at the City of Kingston and Parks & Recreation Facebook pages.
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2021 Kingston Visitors Guide Map |
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Be a part of the 2021/2022 City of Kingston visitors map and online guide!
ColorPage will be again producing a beautiful illustrated print map. This convenient physical map helps visitors understand Kingston’s layout at a glance, locate your business and plan out their visit to Kingston.
The 2021 map will include information on all upcoming festivals and special events in Kingston. Over 20,000 visitors guide maps will be printed and distributed to all popular tourism locations in and around the Kingston area.
The Kingston Visitor's Guide also has an online interactive map, which is accessible on mobile, tablet and desktop and will boost the online discovery of your business. A photo and description of your business including a phone number and link to your website will be displayed when visitors search by category, terms or by the specific area in Kingston. Visitors can get walking, driving or transit directions to your location.
For more information, contact ColorPage at 845-331-7581 or info@colorpageonline.com.
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Pine Street Family Health Center Groundbreaking
Community leaders and elected officials gathered on Monday, June 28, to celebrate the groundbreaking for the Pine Street Family Health Center, a new state-of-the-art community health center to be built by the Institute for Family Health at 140 Pine Street in Midtown. Once open, the center is expected to serve 8,000 – 10,000 patients of all ages annually, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.
Mayor Noble applauded the Institute for Family Health’s mission to provide care for all in need, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and recounted how his own family had turned to the Institute for help when his newborn son’s insurance would not cover a necessary treatment. “We know that a vibrant and healthy community requires a vibrant and healthy health care system. The fact that the mayor’s son and an undocumented immigrant can have the same access to care, with no questions asked, is exactly what health care should be.”
The new Pine Street Family Health Center will offer primary medical care for adults and children of all ages, including preventive care, vaccinations, screenings, women’s and men’s health services, and care for chronic illnesses; as well as integrated behavioral health care. Services will be available to all, regardless of ability to pay. For more, visit https://institute.org/.
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Upcoming Filming at Kingston Point Beach
A film shoot will be taking place at Kingston Point Beach on July 7-10, 2021.
Production crews will be prepping the area at Kingston Point Beach on Wednesday, July 7 and Thursday, July 8 from 7:00am-5:00pm, and will be filming on the beach on Friday, July 9 from 12:00pm to 9:00pm. On Saturday, July 10, crews will be breaking down the set from 7:00am to 5:00pm.
During filming on Friday, July 9, actors will be depicting a war-time scene and special effects will be used that may cause loud noises. During set-up, filming, and take down, half of the beach and half of the parking lot will remain open to the public. Swimming and water sports will be allowed, but some areas will be restricted. Lifeguards will be on duty during beach hours (10am-5:00pm).
Parks and Recreation programming will not be effected, including Beach Volleyball, Junior Naturalist Program, Kayak Night Paddle and Kayaking class. The pavilion will be closed, but the changing facilities and bathrooms will be open to public. Rotary Park and the dog park will remain completely open.
The Police and Fire Departments will have officers on-site for the duration.
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Andretta Pool & Kingston Point Beach Hours |
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The Andretta Pool is now open during the following hours:
Closed Monday and Tuesday (for summer camp)
Wednesday - Friday:
9am -10am Lap Swim
10am -12:30pm Closed for youth swim lessons
12:30 - 6:45pm Open Swim
Saturday - Sunday:
10am - 12pm Lap Swim
12pm - 6:45pm Open Swim
Kingston Point Beach is open and staffed with lifeguards from Wednesday-Sunday from 10am-5pm. Please note there will be no lifeguard on duty on Monday for the July 5 holiday.
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Mayor Noble's Tuesday Radio Show
Mayor Noble hosts a weekly radio show with a new guest each week. The show airs on Tuesdays at 5:00pm live on Radio Kingston and the City of Kingston Facebook page.
Click below to hear Tuesday's radio show with Kristen Wilson, Director of Grants Management.
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The Kingston 311 app, website and phone system allow residents to quickly and easily report issues and submit service requests. The Kingston 311 app, available for Android & iPhones, is a fast and simple way to connect to City officials in non-emergency situations.
This system is a valuable resource to submit service requests for streetlight replacement, roadwork, City signage, traffic calming measures and other concerns. Issues with snow removal and reporting of vehicles and sidewalks not in accordance with the Snow Emergency restrictions can also be submitted via Kingston 311. Photos can also be attached to illustrate service orders. Dial 311 from any phone within City limits to reach us.
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Sent on behalf of:
Mayor Steven T. Noble
845.334.3902
mayor@kingston-ny.gov
The purpose of this newsletter is to share important information, project updates, pictures and news from the City of Kingston. For more detailed information, visit:
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