State hearing rips Ramapo for lackluster code, fire safety enforcement

Steve Lieberman

May 23, 2019

Code Enforcement
Illegal Housing
Investigations and Government Operations Committee

Investigations and Government Operations

Originally published in The Journal News

Ramapo officials and state code watchdogs came under criticism Thursday for lackluster enforcement and bending to special interests during a state Senate hearing in Newburgh.

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State budget carves out some SUNY campuses from MTA payroll tax

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State officials want action after NTSB report recommends safety evaluations of 13 N.Y. bridges

Skoufis and Eachus Honor Cadets on West Point Day at the Capitol

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