DUTCHESS COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING EXERCISE CLASS The Dutchess County Senior Exercise Program offers workout sessions for senior citizens in an effort to regain balance as well as bone density. through strength training, even seniors can shape their body and lose unwanted inches. Classes are conducted in a circle of about 15 to 20 people, using a chair for support and free weights. These weights can be used for both legs and arms. Programs have been set up in different communities in Dutchess County and are accessible to over 800 seniors. In attending these classes, seniors will not only build personal strength, but also learn nutritional and safety information that will help in their daily lives. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 845-486-2555 CLASSES HELD ON TUESDAY & THURSDAY 10AM BEACON RECREATION 23 WEST CENTER ST GYM |
News & Events
Activities For Seniors Presented by Dutchess County Office For The Aging
May 15, 2023
Beacon Recreation Center Starts Hiring For Summer Jobs.
THE BEACON RECREATION DEPARTMENT IS HIRING: LIFEGUARDS (ages 16+) POOL ATTENDANTS (ages 16+) for more information please call 845-765-8440 or 845-765-2470 or email hharrison@beaconny.gov |
Attention Residents of BHA: Please see Summer Time Sport Activities listed below,
The programs listed below are sponsored by the City of Beacon Rec Center. Any questions or concerns should be directed to the City of Beacon Rec Center at Contact Us: 1-802-465-9732 and not the Beacon Housing Authority.
***WAITLIST*** IF THE DIVISION YOU ARE TRYING TO SIGN UP FOR IS FULL PLEASE CONTINUE REGISTRATION PROCESS TO BE ON THE WAITLIST YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED TO BE ON THE WAITLIST & WILL ONLY PAY REGISTRATION FEES IF YOU ARE MOVED TO ACTIVE REGISTRATION THE WAITLIST IS USED BY THE LEAGUE TO ASSESS IF THEY ARE ABLE TO ADD AN ADDITIONAL TEAM TO THAT DIVISION |
TODAY’S INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE ~ Mary Tyler Moore
Actress Mary Tyler Moore, one of the best-known television leads in history, almost missed out on becoming a household name. After minor TV roles throughout the 1950s and ’60s, she finally made it big with “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” in 1970. Her portrayal of a successful, funny woman who wasn’t focused on romance catapulted her into stardom. Reflecting on her life and career in a 1997 interview, Moore said, “Take chances, make mistakes. That’s how you grow. Pain nourishes your courage.” Her words remind us not to be discouraged by setbacks, as they often come before our biggest successes.
Fareground is in the news!
Dear Friend, Please scroll through this email to learn more about what is going on with Fareground. We are grateful for you and your support. Here is a quick summary of what you will find in this email. Spectrum News report about our search for a new home base Announcement of our new board members!! A request for your support—Become a monthly donor! Our take on the Wes Anderson-style IG reel See below for the details! Best, Jamie Fareground Executive Director 845.375.7194 | fareground.org Donate | Volunteer | Events |
Food Organization in Need of Larger Home to Keep Up with Demand By Noorulain Khawaja, Spectrum News Learn more about Fareground’s growth and need for a new home by watching or reading the piece. |
Please join us in welcoming our three new board members! We are thrilled to welcome Yvonne, Peggy, and Ricci to Fareground’s board of directors. Yvonne and Peggy are both long-time Fareground volunteers. Ricci is a local educator and chef. Each new board member will bring to the team their passion for food justice and community-building. Learn more about our new board members. Thank you so much to everyone who expressed interest in joining the board of Fareground. We are also grateful that so many folks are interested in getting more involved with the organization whether by joining the volunteer team, serving on a committee, or helping out with special events. |
Become a New Home Champion Now more than ever we need your support to secure a new rental location to store, organize, and distribute food to nourish our neighbors! Can you help? We are seeking 50 new monthly donors to support the costs. Please consider becoming a consistent partner in increasing access to nourishing food for our community! Every little bit helps! |
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We tried our hand at a Wes Anderson-style reel. Watch to see our ED, Jamie, filling the Tiny Food Pantry at Binnacle Books. |
ATTENTION REISIDENTS OF BHA … MAY 2023 NEWSLETTER IS NOW AVAILABLE ON THE BHA WEBSITE
May 2, 2023
Please click the following link to access the May 2023 HBA Newsletter click here
JUST A REMINDER TO ALL BHA RESIDENTS … TODAY IS MAY 1ST AND THE PARKING ENFORCEMENT GOES INTO EFFECT TODAY
May 1, 2023
TO ALL TENENTS,
PLEASE READ THE LETTER BELOW AS IT CONTAINS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TOWING / BOOTING PROGRAM WHICH WILL TAKE EFFECT ON 5/1/2023.
April 19, 2023
RE: Towing and Booting of vehicles to begin 5/1/23
Dear Tenants:
The BHA has entered into a contract with Bobby’s Towing and Recovery LLC for parking lot enforcement at both Forrestal Heights and Hamilton Fish Plaza.
Any vehicle parked in violation of the attached Parking Policy is subject to towing or booting. The fee to release the vehicle is $125.00 and must be paid directly to Bobby’s Towing and Recovery LLC.
Please see the attached Parking Policy. We strongly recommend that you read it and call the office if you have any questions. Once a vehicle is towed or booted it becomes a matter between the vehicle owner and the towing company. The BHA does not and will not have any role in the transaction for the release of the vehicle.
Please be sure to inform your family members and all of your guests of the parking rules. Not knowing the rules will not be considered an excuse. Breaking a rule to run into your apartment for 5 minutes will not be considered an excuse. There are no excuses.
Again, the BHA cannot and will not have any part in getting a vehicle released from the towing company if it was towed or booted for being in violation of the attached parking policy. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Sincerely,
Roland Traudt
Executive Director
STARTING MONDAY MAY 1ST, 2023
Parking Policy Enforcement
Any vehicle found in violation of any of the parking rules and regulations listed below will be subject to towing and/or booting.
Any harassment or threatening of Beacon Housing Authority personnel or tow operators by residents, household members or guests, will result in lease violation and/or eviction.
Management assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to any vehicle parked in the allotted spaces.
Once a vehicle has been towed or booted, it becomes a matter between the owner and the towing company. The Beacon Housing Authority or its Executive Director does not have any role in the transaction for the release of the vehicle.
PARKING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Parking in the Beacon Housing Authority Parking Lots is designated for BHA tenants and staff.
The Reserved Parking spots are exclusive and limited. They are issued to individuals with “special circumstances” as a reasonable accommodation.
Parking Permits
Parking permits are required to park on Beacon Housing Authority property. To be eligible for a parking permit, the following shall apply:
- The vehicle must have a current registration in a household member’s name, and the registration must be displayed in the proper place in the window.
2. The vehicle must be insured and in the tenant’s name with a BHA address.
3. There must be a valid license plate attached to the vehicle and a current inspection sticker.
4. A Parking Permit Request Form must be completed, signed, and submitted to the office for
approval.
Additional parking permits will be considered only if there is another valid household member who meets all of the above provisions.
Parking permit stickers must be displayed at all times in the lower left hand corner of the back windshield (picture attached). If the permit is not there (even if you have one issued to you) the vehicle is subject to towing and booting.
Special parking permits and guest parking permits (hang tags) must be displayed at all times while on property by being hung from the rear view mirror. If the permit is not there (even if you have one issued to you) the vehicle is subject to towing and booting.
Parking permits are color coded and have assigned lot numbers.
Parking Lots
Color coded parking permits are valid for the following lots:
Parking Lot Parking Permit Color
Forrestal Heights High Rise Lot 1 or Lot 2 Yellow
Forrestal Heights Apt. #61 – L106 Lot 3 Blue
Forrestal Heights Apt. # 3 – 60 Lot 4 or Lot 5 Red
Hamilton Fish Plaza Purple
Visitor Parking
The Visitor Parking spots are to be used by guests and Home Health Aides/Nurses of BHA residents. The visitor parking spots at Forrestal Heights Lots 2, 3, 4, and 5 and at Hamilton Fish Plaza have a maximum limit of 4 hours parking.
Guests remaining longer than 4 hours at Forrestal Heights must be issued a guest parking permit from the housing authority office and park in assigned lot.
There is no long term parking available at Hamilton Fish Plaza.
Parking Rules
You must obey all fire, handicapped, reserved and other posted parking regulations.
You must park in your assigned lot ONLY.
Only vehicles with handicapped stickers legally issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles or Police Department may legally park in spaces designated for that purpose.
No one should park in a “No Parking” area.
No vehicles are permitted on any curb, island, sidewalk or grass area.
No vehicle should block access to any garbage dumpster.
Repairs, greasing or similar work on automobiles is prohibited on BHA property. A car placed on jacks for repairs could cost the life of a curious child. Any car jacked up vehicle will be towed away at the owner’s expense.
No vehicle (or anything with a motor) may be driven on any curb, island, sidewalk or grass area. Exception will be granted to medically necessary personal mobility equipment.
WE REPEAT!
Any vehicle found in violation of any of the parking rules and regulations will be subject to towing and/or booting.
NO EXCUSES NO EXCEPTIONS
ATTENTION RESIDENTS OF BHA … AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM CITY OF BEACON MAYOR KRYIACOU
April 25, 2023
Good afternoon, Beacon.
This is the office of Mayor Kyriacou, reaching out to notify you that the City’s Water Department has begun conducting fire hydrant flushing throughout the City. For a full schedule. listed by street, please visit the City’s Website or Facebook account.
When your street’s hydrants are flushed, you may experience periods of discolored water and should refrain from doing laundry until the water runs clear. If your water is discolored, run the cold water taps until the water runs clear. If you have any questions, you may call the City of Beacon Water Department at (845) 831-3136.
Thank you for your patience while this important work is completed.
ATTENTION RESIDENTS AT FORRESTAL HEIGHTS
April 24, 2023
It has been brought to the attention of BHA Management that tenants are leaving perishable food items in the laundry rooms. BHA Management is asking all tenants to NOT leave any food in the laundry rooms. If you have extra food that you would like to donate please bring it to the community room on the main floor of the High Rise.
Leaving food items in the laundry room is not a good idea. We do not want to attract an infestation of bugs or rodents, so please refrain from engaging in this behavior.
The laundry room is for laundry
Thank you
BHA Management.