Rockland County Legislature

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County gasoline sales tax cap now In effect.

Gas tax cap brings relief as Rockland drivers save up to $2 per fill-up Under the new rule, Rockland County's 4% sales tax on gasoline will be applied only to the first $3 per gallon, rather than the full retail price.

The Rockland County Legislature will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2 in the Legislature’s Chambers in the Allison-Parris County Office Building, 11 New Hempstead Road in New City. View the agenda: https://bit.ly/3HhWVq1

Starting Monday (June 1), Rockland County motorists will benefit from the county’s gasoline sales tax cap. The County’s 4% sales tax on gasoline will be applied only to the first $3 per gallon, rather than the full retail price.

The measure, sponsored by Legislator Beth Davidson and unanimously adopted by the Rockland County Legislature then signed by County Executive Ed Day, will remain in effect until March 1, 2027.

"This gasoline sales tax cap will help reduce costs at the pump through summer and beyond," Legislator Davidson said. "I am proud to have sponsored this effort to provide some financial breathing room for working families, commuters, and seniors."

According to AAA, the average price of gasoline in Rockland County is approaching $5 per gallon, making the sales tax cap a timely source of modest relief for local drivers.

The county Office of Consumer Protection has distributed notices to gas stations regarding the gas tax cap and will follow up with in-person visits to ensure fuel stations are complying.

Congratulations to Second Lieutenant Clifford - you've made everyone in Rockland proud! Best of luck going forward. Thank you for your service to our country!

Alumni alert: Matthew Clifford (CHSS ‘22) was named The United States Military Academy at West Point’s valedictorian for the Class of 2026! Second Lieutenant Clifford also was awarded the prestigious Barry Scholarship and will attend Oxford University in the fall.

Congratulations Lieutenant! The CCSD is so proud of you!

The 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 has backed a proposed New York State law that would establish a 15-foot safety buffer around first responders, judges and prosecutors while they are carrying out their official duties.

The measure reflects the Legislature’s continued focus on public safety and the operational conditions faced by law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other emergency responders, as well as judges and prosecutors serving communities throughout Rockland County and New York State.

The state legislation is intended to help ensure first responders can work in safe, secure, and functional environments during emergencies and active incidents.

Legislators voted unanimously May 19 to support a county resolution backing adoption of the state law. The measure has now been passed in the Assembly (Bill A10621) and is currently before the Senate (Bill S09974).

“This legislation is about protecting the men and women who put themselves in harm’s way every day to protect the public,” said 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗛. 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗳𝗲, sponsor of the county resolution. “First responders need to be able to focus on the emergency at hand without unnecessary interference or dangerous crowding around active scenes. Establishing a reasonable safety area helps protect responders and the people they are trying to help.”

The resolution is strongly backed by law enforcement, including the 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and the 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳’𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, whose members joined with the 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 at the state capital in Albany last month in support of the proposed law.

“Our deputies and first responders routinely work in fast-moving, unpredictable, and sometimes dangerous situations,” said 𝗥𝗖𝗦𝗗𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻. “Creating a clearly defined safety zone around emergency scenes is a commonsense measure that helps first responders do their jobs safely and efficiently while also protecting the public.”

𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗕𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗢’𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗼𝗿 said the law had become necessary because of the new reality faced by first responders.

“Unfortunately, emergency scenes have become increasingly challenging environments for first responders, with civilians at times crowding active scenes, refusing lawful instructions, attempting to interfere with operations or creating distractions that can jeopardize safety,” O’Connor said. “Whether deputies are responding to crashes, medical emergencies, fires, or volatile incidents, maintaining a secure working area is essential.”

The state legislation would establish a 15-foot safety barrier zone around first responders, judges or prosecutors engaged in their official duties and would make intentional interference after a verbal warning a misdemeanor offense. The bill specifically states that lawful recording or observation would still be permitted outside the designated safety area.

Apply by tomorrow - May 29 - for this year's Summer T.E.E.N. Works, a program run by the Rockland County Youth Bureau. T.E.E.N. Works gives youth the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, build job readiness skills, and prepare for future success. Applications can be found here: https://www.rocklandcountyny.gov/departments/youth-bureau

Stocked and ready for summer fishing! Don't forget - you are required to have a fishing license in order to actually fish. Please see Rockland County Division of Environmental Resources' post below for more info.

Happy Eid al-Adha to all who are observing!