Hello March!

You do like to keep it exciting, miserable and brutal!

State Of Emergency Declared For Upcoming Snow Storm

The City of Beacon has issued a notice that beginning at 8:00 pm this evening (Monday), New York State and Dutchess County have announced a State of Emergency due to a pending snowstorm.

Tonight’s City Council meeting and tomorrow’s Planning Board meeting have been postponed, and City Hall offices will be closed on Tuesday March 14th. Please see the City’s website Calendar for updated dates and times.

Travel Ban Tuesday

According to the City of Beacon, Dutchess County is instituting a travel ban throughout the County beginning at 4:00 am on Tuesday March 14th, and which will extend through Wednesday morning, at least.

Said the City via robo-call and email: “Please avoid unnecessary travel during that timeframe to allow City plows and emergency responders to do their work. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Any updates will be posted to the City website and Facebook account.”