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William R. Steinhaus
Dutchess County Executive
Telephone:  (845) 486-2000, FAX: (845) 486-2021; countyexec@co.dutchess.ny.us
 

June 27, 2002

STEINHAUS SUPPORTS PROJECTS IN POUGHKEEPSIE

Poughkeepsie.....Dutchess County Executive William R. Steinhaus has given his full support and endorsement  to four separate grant requests for projects located in the City of Poughkeepsie.

“I am very pleased to give my endorsement for requests of the Dutchess County Historical Society, the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum, Mayor Lafuente and Poughkeepsie City government, and the Bardavon 1869 Opera House as each of these entities seeks funding for projects designed to sustain and enhance the cultural and economic revitalization of Poughkeepsie,” said County Executive Steinhaus.  “As local municipalities and our treasured cultural and historical institutions commit resources and time to improve their properties, programs, and assets, all of Dutchess County benefits.”

Recent project requests supported by County Executive Steinhaus include:

• Dutchess County Historical Society – grant applications to make necessary structural improvements to the historic Clinton House on Main Street in Poughkeepsie;
  
   
• Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum – grant application to secure permanent operation at its new waterfront location in the City of Poughkeepsie;
  
   
• City of Poughkeepsie - $300,000 grant application for NYS Bond Act funds for streetscape improvements in the 400 Block of Main Street; and
  
   
• Bardavon 1869 Opera House – grant application through NYS Environmental Protection Fund and Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act for the Bardavon Stage and Fly System Renovation Project.

  “I continually look for opportunities to partner with others and to champion all efforts to improve the quality of life and economic stability of our community,” noted Steinhaus.

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