Greetings,
News and Notes October 15, 2009
In This Edition:
-GOTV Continues
-Governor Paterson Signs Green Jobs/Green New York Legislation
-Ulster County Staffing Association
-Dissident Folk and Arts Festival
-Mark Your Calendars
Last Saturday, October 10th, we held two walks in support of Chris Cerone for Marlboro Supervisor and Matt Hanson for Dutchess County Legislature, District 22. Thanks to everyone who participated and sent their volunteers.
This Saturday, October 17th, we will be walking again. Canvassing efforts for Al Marotta, candidate for Dutchess County Legislative District 18, will begin at 9:30am. Contact us immediately if you are able to participate and for more information. The more folks we have, the lighter the load will be for everyone.
Please log in and visit our Political Action section to view our Mobilization Calendar. If you haven't already signed up to walk or make phone calls, please contact us and get involved in the action. We need to elect candidates who will support working families. A few hours out of your day can make significant changes to your quality of life for years to come.
http://www.hvalf.org
845-567-7760
Governor Paterson Signs Green Jobs/Green New York Legislation
Governor Paterson signed a landmark piece of legislation yesterday that creates jobs, helps to improve the environment, and saves energy costs for New Yorkers. State Assemblyman Kevin Cahill (Ulster/Dutchess) was a co-sponsor and major driving force behind turning this program into law.
Cahill explained, “This is exactly the type of innovative initiative President Obama envisions when he talks about creating green jobs and the new clean energy economy. A successful program here in New York will establish us as a national leader in tackling the tough challenges of climate change and employment opportunities in the 21st century.”
The Green Jobs/Green New York legislation will provide funding for home retrofits throughout the state, which reduces energy costs and promises to create thousands of jobs. Communities throughout the Hudson Valley will benefit greatly from this law.
Ulster County Staffing Association Fighting for Contract
Last week we sent you an email alert about the struggle the Ulster County Staffing Association (UCSA) is facing in trying to secure a contract. They have gone four years with no security and are asking for your help. Please click on the link below to send a letter to Mike Hein, the Ulster County Executive, to encourage the County to get back to the bargaining table with UCSA members.
http://www.unionvoice.org/campaign/ulster
Dissident Folk and Arts Festival
The Fourth Annual Dissident Folk and Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, October 17th and its theme will be ‘Looking Forward: In Praise of Activism’. John Pietaro, local labor activist, musician and writer, has organized and is hosting the event, which aims to connect socially conscious arts and progressive philosophy to achieve political awareness and social change. Please see our website for more information, including featured artists.
When: Saturday, October 17th, 7:00-11:00pm
Where: Howland Cultural Center
477 Main Street, Beacon
Mark Your Calendars
Saturday, October 17: Canvass for Al Marotta, 9:30am
Dissident Folk and Arts Festival, 7:00pm
Monday, October 26: Upper Hudson CLC Meeting, 6:30pm
Tuesday, October 27: Hudson Catskill CLC, 6:30pm
Wednesday, October 28: Dutchess CLC, 5:30pm
Tuesday, November 3: ELECTION DAY
