Ulster County News

FROM: ULSTER COUNTY OFFICE

DATE: April 15, 2005 

As Chairman of the Ulster County Legislature, I am reaching out to residents and businesses imploring that we band together in an effort to provide donations to the victims still suffering from the flooding that devastated many areas in our county. Several Ulster County agencies have already taken the necessary steps toward securing state and federal grants that will help provide financial assistance. The time needed to accurately assess the loss of real property under state and federal guidelines is, however, lengthy. 

Additionally, many of the victims have experienced a total loss of all personal belongings and are left without the basic necessities of day-to-day life. It is my hope that we can unite during a time of extreme need for many of our neighbors and help provide some basic essentials by donating things such as: bottled water, food, clothing, toiletries and, of course, monetary contributions. If there are people that may have rooms available to rent or would like to donate construction supplies or services, over 270 individuals have been temporarily or permanently displaced and are in need of housing. 

Anything that anyone is able to donate is greatly valued and can be sent to the United Way, 450 Albany Ave., Kingston, NY 12401. Please be sure to earmark all donations for flood relief. I am speaking for all Legislators when I say your thoughts and considerations are very much appreciated.

Sincerely,


Richard A. Gerentine, Chairman
Ulster County Legislature