RUPCO'S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | JULY 2026 | | Cold Spring Apartments is taking shape in Tannersville! | | |
For decades, the former Cold Spring Hotel sat vacant on this lot, reminding residents and passersby of an era from the past. Witnessing this property's transformation into something new, vibrant, and deeply needed in the community is invigorating. Shout out to the hardworking team working day in and day out to make Cold Spring Apartments a reality!
Nestled in the Catskills' stunning mountain atmosphere is the future home of Cold Spring Apartments, which will bring 56 affordable homes to Tannersville. This sustainable and intergenerational community will create much-needed housing for workers, seniors, and community members for decades to come.
Thank you to NYS Homes and Community Renewal, the Village of Tannersville, and the Hunter Foundation for making Cold Spring Apartments possible!
| | | | Past Board Chair, Richard Heese, graduated from the NeighborWorks America® Excellence in Governance (EIG) Program! | |
The EIG program recognizes board leaders, senior executives and board support staff who demonstrate a strong understanding of governance fundamentals, value multiple perspectives and help organizations navigate decisions with confidence and care.
NeighborWorks lauded Richard as an outstanding member of the EIG Academy cohort, mirroring his outstanding commitment to RUPCO's Board of Directors. Congratulations and thank you for everything you do, Richard!
| | | | Funding is still available for first-time homebuyers purchasing in Ulster County! | |
Two new homeowners just closed on their first home! Congratulations to Jenny and Trevor on this milestone moment.
The NYS Affordable Housing Corporation (AHC) First-Time Homebuyer Grant provides up to $75,000 in assistance to eligible first-time buyers. Funds can help cover closing costs, down payment assistance, and essential post-purchase repairs.
| | | | Thinking of building or transforming an ADU on your property? | |
The Plus One ADU Program can help! Get up to $112,500 to build or renovate a code-compliant accessory dwelling unit (ADU).
Our client whose home is pictured here came to us at a fork in the road: Find a way to complete the renovation of her 130-year-old farmhouse into a two-family home, or consider putting the property on the market.
"As a single homeowner, the supplemental rental income would provide stability and help sustain the upkeep of my historic home. For the community, the project would add to the limited supply of affordable housing in the area, where demand is high and options are few."
We're proud to say we've achieved both goals. Thank you to this client (and all of our clients) for trusting us to create housing opportunities that benefit everyone involved – the homeowner, the future tenants, and the community as a whole.
Applications are open in Columbia, Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster Counties. Don’t miss this chance—apply today!
| | | | Are you eligible to replace old septic with the Ulster County Septic System Replacement Program? | |
The Ulster County Septic System Replacement Program will provide funds to qualifying property owners (including residences and small businesses) seeking to replace outdated or failing septic systems that may be contaminating our local waterways.
Properties must be located within 250 feet of a designated priority body of water.
Applications are now OPEN! Use the map tool on our website to check your property's eligibility.
| | | | Stop Lead at the Door with the Leading in Lead Prevention Program | |
RUPCO is proud to administer the Leading in Lead Prevention Program in Kingston, Middletown and Newburgh.
Through this initiative, eligible property owners can receive up to $40,000 per unit in grant funding to remove lead hazards from multi-family rental properties built before 1980.
| | | | The Vacant Rental Improvement Program (VRP) is still accepting applications! | |
VRP, a state-funded initiative, is helping turn rental vacancies into safe, affordable homes.
RUPCO is administering VRP across nine Hudson Valley counties to revitalize 80 vacant units—supporting small landlords, strengthening communities, and expanding access to affordable housing for low- and moderate-income renters.
| | | | New Homeownership Opportunities in Sullivan County | |
Four newly constructed homes are on the market in Sullivan County, marking a major step forward in addressing the area’s housing shortage and creating new opportunities for local families to become homeowners.
The Sullivan County Land Bank, administered by our subsidiary Rural Sullivan Housing, developed these homes on lots that have been vacant for years. Two homes are in Liberty (45 Pinehurst Drive W & 43 Pinehurst Drive E), and two are in Monticello (23 Spring Street & 165 Park Avenue). All four are priced affordably at $275,000 for local residents, with priority given to buyers who live or work in Sullivan County.
All interested applicants can reach out to the listing agent Dickie Baxter at Keller Williams Realty directly!
| | | | The Mews at Prattsville Waitlist is Open | |
Located at 5456 Washington Street in Prattsville, the Mews is a multigenerational housing development featuring 45 apartments for seniors 55+ and working families with modest incomes set in a 12.4-acre campus.
We’re now accepting senior (55+) applications to join the waitlist for 2 bedroom units. At least 1 household member must be 55+ to qualify.
Resident amenities include on-site laundry, elevator access, Energy Star appliances, 24-hour emergency maintenance, live-in superintendent, handicap accessible, and a community room with WiFi.
Households must be at or below 60% of area median income to be eligible for this property.
| | | | The Lace Mill Waitlist is Open | |
Located at 165 Cornell Street in Kingston, the Lace Mill is an anchor of the Ulster County arts community. The building houses 55 affordable apartments with a preference for artists, offering a combination of studio, one, two and three-bedroom units and several gallery spaces and designated shared and private work studios to help residents thrive. We’re now accepting applications for the waitlist!
Artist housing requirement. Households must be at or below 60% of area median income to be eligible for this property.
| | | | It's Christmas in July at Highpoint! Discounts available for holiday bookings | |
July 1st through August 31st, November and December events will receive 10% off their booking fee. Reach out early – this promotion is subject to availability, and weekend space fills up fast!
Set in the heart of Newburgh’s historic East End, Highpoint is a commercial and event venue developed and managed by RUPCO. Spanning an entire city block and anchored by a steeple that graces the skyline, Highpoint offers a unique and beautiful backdrop for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations of all kinds
To connect with Sharon and learn more about Highpoint, visit our new Highpoint website!
| | | | 9th Annual Newburgh Anti-Violence Community Day was a success! | |
Newburgh showed up in a big way this month!
On Saturday, July 11th, hundreds of Newburgh residents gathered for the city's 9th Annual Newburgh Anti-Violence Community Day. This yearly celebration hosted by Councilman Robert McLymore promotes peace, unity, and community with an afternoon of good food, live entertainment, kids' activities, prizes, and more.
We were proud to play a role in supporting this amazing day! Can't wait for year 10.
| | | | Standing ovation for Storyhorse Documentary Theater! | |
Back in June, Storyhorse Documentary Theater visited Silver Gardens, our senior housing community in Highland, to perform for our residents!
Storyhorse Theater was founded in 2018 by husband-and-wife duo Mary Stuart Masterson and Jeremy Davidson. This power couple made names for themselves in the entertainment industry before putting down roots in the Hudson Valley. Intended to inspire community bonding, Storyhorse Theater interviews real Hudson Valley residents, gathers their stories, and transforms them into powerful stage readings.
Thank you to Storyhorse Theater for the amazing performance!
| | | | Congratulations to the Pine Hill Wellington crew on a successful Vintage Base Ball fundraiser! | |
Over $450 was raised earlier this month when the Fleischmanns Mountain Athletic Club (M.A.C.) hosted the Rip Van Winkle Base Ball Club for a vintage base ball match to benefit the restoration of The Wellington – a historic 1880’s hotel in the hamlet of Pine Hill that's being transformed into ten affordable apartments with a first-floor commercial space.
In an interview about the collaboration, Collin Miller of the M.A.C. said "It’s highly likely that some of our original players or opponents, or perhaps even the Fleischmann family themselves stayed at the Wellington during the era of the grand hotels at the turn of the last century. So, the chance to help the cause fits perfectly with the mission of our 1895 ball Club promote local history and a sense of place…It was a no-brainer."
| | | | "Dear person behind me..." | |
Property Manager Sue and Landmark Place resident Maire showed up to their June tenant meeting twinning!
The message on the back of their shirts rings true each and every day: YOU ARE ENOUGH! The world is a better place with you in it.
Thank you, Sue and Maire, for this always-welcome reminder!
| | The Ulster County Legislature visited Willow Landing! | | |
Ealier this month, we were delighted to host members of the Ulster County Legislature and members of RUPCO's Board of Directors for a tour of Willow Landing, RUPCO's redevelopment of the former Quality Inn in the Town of Ulster. Thanks to Amanda Ludington, Confidential Secretary to the Chair of the Ulster County Legislature, for these awesome photos documenting the day!
Willow Landing will include 82 permanent, supportive apartments for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Ulster County. The redevelopment will feature a range of units, from studios to three-bedroom family apartments, along with community spaces, supportive services offices, a therapeutic saltwater pool, outdoor green areas, a daycare, and a commissary kitchen.
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Join the Kingston YMCA Farm Project for a Volunteer Work Day in the Y Park and pollinator gardens!
Registration is required. Contact KayCee or Pat with any questions!
📆 Volunteer dates open to the public:
- Thursday, August 13, 5-7 PM
- Saturday, September 19, 10 - 12 PM
- Saturday, October 17, 10 - 12 PM
📍 507 Broadway, Kingston, NY
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Join the Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce for August's Chamber Networking Mixer at the WMCHealth HealthAlliance Hospital's Administration Building in Kingston.
There is no charge for Chamber Members to attend; however, reservations are required. Mixers are open to Chamber Members 21 years of age and older.
Prospective Members interested in attending should contact Jess Davis at (845) 338-5100 ext. 4.
📆 Wednesday, August 5th, 5-7 PM
📍 75 Marys Ave, Kingston, NY
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Thank you to our amazing staff who work hard to create homes, support people and improve communities.
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