To: James Seward (NY-51)
Last Chance to Save Catskill Mountain Rail Trail Funding!
Please replace the funding for the Catskill Mountain Rail Trail that was originally allocated in Governor Cuomo's Executive Budget. The Catskill Mountain Rail Trail not only means free, healthy, safe recreational opportunities for Ulster residents, but will be a dynamic magnet for economic development and tourism growth in the scenic Route 28 Corridor, Ulster County and the Hudson Valley. The trail represents an investment in jobs, health and economic growth – enthusiastically supported by families, local businesses and walkers/hikers/cyclists/skiers. It's a project that deserves all of our support, regardless of political affiliation! Please remember that the County's unified rail trail networks are key components in Ulster County's long-term economic development, tourism and health planning.
Why is this important?
The Senate conference has REMOVED the $2 million in funding for the Catskill Mountain Rail Trail that was originally allocated in Governor Cuomo's Executive Budget from its version of the budget.
Although the $2 million item is still included in the Assembly version of the budget, this significant funding is now in extreme jeopardy. And today is our last chance to save it as their discussing the budget right now!
Although the $2 million item is still included in the Assembly version of the budget, this significant funding is now in extreme jeopardy. And today is our last chance to save it as their discussing the budget right now!