Forums Set For 6 P.M. Wednesday, June 29 in Clarkstown & 6 P.M. Thursday, June 30 In Ramapo

Rockland’s 17 County Legislative Districts Being Redrawn To Equalize Population-Based On Data From 2020 Census 

New City, NY (June 27, 2022) - The Rockland County Legislature’s Special Committee for Redistricting continues its series of public forums to outline the redistricting process and timeline, and to allow for public comment and community participation.  

The next forum will take place on Wednesday, June 29 in the town of Clarkstown, with the final forum to take place on June 30 in the town of Ramapo. Forums have also been held in Orangetown, Haverstraw, and Stony Point. 

“There has been public input, but we certainly would appreciate more,” Rockland County Legislator Michael Grant said. “You don’t have to attend the one that’s in your town. Just come to us and tell us what’s important to you about the redistricting process. Tell us about the communities of interest that are important to you.” 

Legislator Grant and Legislator Alden Wolfe are co-chairmen of the Special Committee for Redistricting. The other members are Legislators Harriet D. Cornell, Toney L. Earl, Lon M. Hofstein, Douglas J. Jobson, John W. McGowan, Aney Paul, Philip Soskin, Vincent D. Tyer, and Itamar J. Yeger.  

Rockland’s 17 county legislative districts will be redrawn to equalize the population in the districts using data from the 2020 census. Redistricting occurs every 10 years following the results of the U.S. Census to reflect changes in population.   

Many aspects can be considered when drawing district boundaries, including keeping communities of interest together, something that can be based on similar social, cultural, ethnic, economic, religious or political interests and priorities.  

“The Legislature’s webpage has a link to a redistricting page and there are a lot of opportunities to give us input beyond just coming to the public sessions,” Legislator Wolfe said. “You can send us emails, letters and so forth. The important thing is that you let us know what is important to you and your communities of interest because it’s valuable information as the process moves forward.” 

In addition to the public forums, information about this evolving effort is being provided on a dedicated web page, via news releases, and on the Rockland County Legislature’s social media platforms.   

Here are the details for the two forums:  

Town of Clarkstown: 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 at Clarkstown Town Hall, 10 Maple Ave., New City. 

Town of Ramapo: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 30 at Ramapo Town Hall, 237 Route 59, Airmont 

The public may submit comments regarding redistricting to the Clerk to the Legislature at [email protected].

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