Call To Action – Finance Committee Public Hearing Feb 25, 2021 at 6:30 PM
Dear Kingstonian Supporters The Kingston Common Council’s Finance Committee will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 25 at 6:30pm regarding a proposed transfer of the City-owned parking lot property located at 21 N. Front Street to the Kingston Local Development Corp (KLDC). This action is aligned with the original RFQ issued by the City and will permit the former garage site to be reconstructed as part of a mixed-use development project. We are [...]
Kingstonian Developers’ Statement Regarding IDA Vote
Today’s PILOT approval from the Ulster County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) is an important milestone and brings the Kingstonian project one giant step closer to becoming a reality. We would like to thank all members of the IDA for their vote today. Because of their hard work and creativity in crafting a PILOT agreement that first and foremost protects and maximizes taxpayer’s interests, this initiative that delivers so many benefits to our community is [...]
A Kingstonian Update Interview With Brad Jordan
If you haven't seen this Interview with Brad Jordan its a great way to get an UPDATE on the Kingstonian Project. STARTS at 1:25:35. View The Video
IMPORTANT CALL TO ACTION: Email the Ulster County IDA Board with one easy click
Dear Valued Supporter of the Kingstonian Project, Thank you for your past and current advocacy for this important transformative project. Many of you have reached out asking how you can help. Now is the time. As most are aware, our PILOT initiative received support from the Kingston Common Council and Ulster County Legislature but failed 6-3 with the School Board (for reasons stated on our website). The final decision rests with the Ulster County [...]
Compare for Yourself – Highlights Supporting the Kingstonian PILOT
Please download the flyer to get the comparison facts about the PILOT. Download Flyer The overwhelming majority of elected officials voted in favor of the Kingstonian PILOT. Projecting the economic well being of our community for today and tomorrow. Now is the time. As most are aware, our PILOT initiative received support from the Kingston Common Council and Ulster County Legislature but failed 6-3 with the School Board (for reasons stated [...]
In Response To The School Board Vote
We would like to recognize and thank the IDA for working to come up with a PILOT that highlighted the value we all place on education. While certainly not surprised by the actions of the School Board, we are nonetheless disappointed in the outcome and frustrated with the process. Based on a process where we were denied an opportunity to present the elements of the project to the entire Board, we are pleased to [...]