Join us at the Greenhouse, the Good Work Institute building at 65 James Street in Kingston. Susan Gillespie of Communities (formerly Citizens) for Local Power will speak briefly about their work, particularly with Kingston to create a Community Choice Aggregation project that includes the opportunity for all residents to participate in a range of options for non fossil fuel based energy and energy efficiency. Come and learn what may be around the corner and what you can do to move it along. The meeting is open to all, everyone is invited to participate.

Following up on its Open Space Plan, the city is using Ulster County's recent inclusion in the NYS Community Preservation Act, to acquire funding for historic preservation and preservation of its "community character", including parks, trails and other open spaces. For more information go to engagekingston.com There is an online survey where you can enter your priorities. The process starts with a public meeting at City Hall on June 14th at 6:30 when the plan will be outlined and initial priorities suggested.

As promised, Dover Kohl has returned with the first draft of the new zoning code, including maps showing the five zones and street types. Each zone will have its own combination of policies, based on what exists and what the community says it needs. Public input is needed, there will be a meeting on June 8th (hybrid, registration required) followed by a neighborhood open house for each of the five zones. Click here for more information