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The Town of Pawling has so many wonderful things going on all the time. Though the Village and Town share a lot, there are certain things that are separate. In this Beet we will cover things that we learn about that are specific to the Town. If you have anything to add, send it our way!
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Pandemic or Not, Pawling Keeps Growing
Arbor Day Foundation Names Town of Pawling Tree City USA
Town of Pawling was named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters.
Town of Pawling staff Wendel Weber (Buildings and Grounds Supervisor) and Jessica Dickinson (Recreation Director) led the Tree City USA initiative as part of a multi-faceted approach to obtaining future potential grants for the Town. “We’ve most recently seen how essential our parks and open spaces truly are, especially through crisis. I’m hoping that this honor continues propelling Pawling forward in a positive direction,” says Jessica Dickinson, Town of Pawling Recreation Director.
Trees are assets to a community when properly planted and maintained. They help to improve the visual appeal of a neighborhood, increase property values, reduce home cooling costs, remove air pollutants and provide wildlife habitat, among many other benefits. “Everyone benefits when elected officials, volunteers and committed citizens in communities like the Town of Pawling make smart investments in urban forests,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Trees bring shade to our homes and beauty to our neighborhoods, along with numerous economic, social and environmental benefits.” More information on the Tree City USA program is available at arborday.org/TreeCityUSA.
ABOUT THE ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION: The Arbor Day Foundation is a million-member nonprofit conservation and education organization with the mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. More information is available at arborday.org.
Jessica Dickinson, CPRP
Recreation Director
Town of Pawling
JLDickinson@pawling.org
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The Town Government (Adapted from the Town of Pawling Website)
The Town of Pawling is governed by the Town Board, consisting of four Councilpersons and the Town Supervisor. The responsibilities of the Town Board are significant. The Town Board manages the day to day operations of the Town Government and is accountable for the health, safety and welfare of all of Pawling's citizens.
Town Board Members
Name Title Term Expires
James Schmitt SUPERVISOR jschmitt@pawling.org December 31, 2021
Philip DeRosa COUNCILMAN pderosa@pawling.org December 31, 2023
William Johnson COUNCILMAN bjohnson@pawling.org December 31, 2021
Jim McCarthy COUNCILMAN jmccarthy@pawling.org December 31, 2021
Coleen Snow COUNCILWOMAN csnow@pawling.org December 31, 2023
Town Board members meet regularly twice a month on the first and second Wednesday of the month, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Town Hall building located at 160 Charles Colman Blvd., Pawling, New York. From time to time, the Town Board meets prior to the business meeting for Executive Session and/or with the Town Attorney. These meetings are public noticed as required by law. The Board generally reconvenes by 7:00 p.m. The Town Supervisor appoints Board members as liaisons to various Boards, Committees, Task Forces, Community Organizations and Town departments.