Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger
@ulsterexec.bsky.social
I stopped by the Ulster County Office of Employment and Training’s third annual summer BBQ to join in on the fun! 🍔🌞 This tradition is a great way for the OET team to celebrate the halfway point of summer and enjoy good food and conversation together. (1/2)
August 5, 2025 at 1:59 PM
I stopped by the Ulster County Office of Employment and Training’s third annual summer BBQ to join in on the fun! 🍔🌞 This tradition is a great way for the OET team to celebrate the halfway point of summer and enjoy good food and conversation together. (1/2)
It was a joy to join the community for a beautiful Juneteenth celebration in New Paltz last Thursday!
June 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM
It was a joy to join the community for a beautiful Juneteenth celebration in New Paltz last Thursday!
Congratulations to the SUNY Ulster Class of 2025! 👏 As I shared in commencement remarks, be bold, be kind, keep learning, and never stop pushing toward the life and the world you want to see.
May 29, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Congratulations to the SUNY Ulster Class of 2025! 👏 As I shared in commencement remarks, be bold, be kind, keep learning, and never stop pushing toward the life and the world you want to see.
Everyone couldn’t help but feel the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the room at the Riverview Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday in a service dedicated to reflection and remembrance of Dr. King’s enduring legacy. (1/3)
April 15, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Everyone couldn’t help but feel the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the room at the Riverview Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday in a service dedicated to reflection and remembrance of Dr. King’s enduring legacy. (1/3)
(3/4) We have to meet people where they are and recognize the multifaceted needs that each individual faces.
April 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
(3/4) We have to meet people where they are and recognize the multifaceted needs that each individual faces.
(2/4) The reach of Integrated Ulster continues to grow, with over 100 professionals attending last week's Integrated Ulster orientation, including care managers, peer advocates, clinic supervisors, wellness coordinators, and others. (Thank you to SUNY Ulster for hosting!)
April 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
(2/4) The reach of Integrated Ulster continues to grow, with over 100 professionals attending last week's Integrated Ulster orientation, including care managers, peer advocates, clinic supervisors, wellness coordinators, and others. (Thank you to SUNY Ulster for hosting!)
In 2018, the Ulster County Department of Mental Health launched Integrated Ulster — a collaborative, person-centered "no-wrong-door" approach to caring for individuals struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. (1/4)
April 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
In 2018, the Ulster County Department of Mental Health launched Integrated Ulster — a collaborative, person-centered "no-wrong-door" approach to caring for individuals struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. (1/4)
(2/2) I was happy to be part of this great discussion, along with Board of Elections Commissioners Ashley Torres and John Quigley. A huge thanks to Devon for putting together such a valuable forum and to the students for their thoughtful questions and observations!
April 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
(2/2) I was happy to be part of this great discussion, along with Board of Elections Commissioners Ashley Torres and John Quigley. A huge thanks to Devon for putting together such a valuable forum and to the students for their thoughtful questions and observations!
As part of her senior project at Woodstock Day School, student Devon organized a panel discussion for the entire upper school on the roles of different levels of government, why elections matter, and how young people — at any age — can get involved and make a difference in their communities. (1/2)
April 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
As part of her senior project at Woodstock Day School, student Devon organized a panel discussion for the entire upper school on the roles of different levels of government, why elections matter, and how young people — at any age — can get involved and make a difference in their communities. (1/2)
I attended the luncheon at SUNY Ulster last week for high school students awarded the President's Challenge Scholarship through the Ulster Community College Foundation. (4/4)
April 10, 2025 at 1:54 PM
I attended the luncheon at SUNY Ulster last week for high school students awarded the President's Challenge Scholarship through the Ulster Community College Foundation. (4/4)
The Chair of the Legislature and I have introduced a resolution to create a "Sister Community" partnership with the Chernivtsi Regional Council of Ukraine in such areas as (1/3)
Photo: Chernivtsi National University
Photo: Chernivtsi National University
April 3, 2025 at 6:34 PM
The Chair of the Legislature and I have introduced a resolution to create a "Sister Community" partnership with the Chernivtsi Regional Council of Ukraine in such areas as (1/3)
Photo: Chernivtsi National University
Photo: Chernivtsi National University
We were pleased to receive this letter from Viviana M. DeCohen, Commissioner of New York State Department of Veterans’ Services, about our dedication of Lucas Avenue as “Ulster County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway"!
April 1, 2025 at 4:08 PM
We were pleased to receive this letter from Viviana M. DeCohen, Commissioner of New York State Department of Veterans’ Services, about our dedication of Lucas Avenue as “Ulster County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway"!
(2/3) Wraparound Services does incredible work supporting people of all ages with disabilities, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to enjoy time in the classroom with some of the children.
April 1, 2025 at 2:33 PM
(2/3) Wraparound Services does incredible work supporting people of all ages with disabilities, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to enjoy time in the classroom with some of the children.
It’s always a treat to read to the children at Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley. 📖 They loved “Ladybug Girl” by the local author/illustrator team, Jacky Davis and David Soman, and the book inspired a lot of talk about costumes for next Halloween! (1/3)
April 1, 2025 at 2:33 PM
It’s always a treat to read to the children at Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley. 📖 They loved “Ladybug Girl” by the local author/illustrator team, Jacky Davis and David Soman, and the book inspired a lot of talk about costumes for next Halloween! (1/3)
(2/2) more than 60 years. His contributions to Ellenville and beyond were honored with a festive parade through the village, bringing together family, friends, and neighbors to mark this incredible milestone.
Wishing George a very happy 100th birthday and a 100th year filled with joy!
Wishing George a very happy 100th birthday and a 100th year filled with joy!
March 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
(2/2) more than 60 years. His contributions to Ellenville and beyond were honored with a festive parade through the village, bringing together family, friends, and neighbors to mark this incredible milestone.
Wishing George a very happy 100th birthday and a 100th year filled with joy!
Wishing George a very happy 100th birthday and a 100th year filled with joy!
On Friday, I visited George Slutsky at his home in Ellenville to wish him a Happy 100th Birthday! A World War II veteran and founder of Slutsky Lumber, George has been a pillar of the community for decades.
Born in 1925, George built a thriving local business that has served the region for (1/2)
Born in 1925, George built a thriving local business that has served the region for (1/2)
March 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
On Friday, I visited George Slutsky at his home in Ellenville to wish him a Happy 100th Birthday! A World War II veteran and founder of Slutsky Lumber, George has been a pillar of the community for decades.
Born in 1925, George built a thriving local business that has served the region for (1/2)
Born in 1925, George built a thriving local business that has served the region for (1/2)
Congratulations to Taqueria Mi Pueblito on the launch of their new food truck! 🎉 It was a pleasure to join owners Anna and Pablo for the ribbon-cutting and to celebrate the expansion of their business right here in Kingston. (1/3)
March 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Congratulations to Taqueria Mi Pueblito on the launch of their new food truck! 🎉 It was a pleasure to join owners Anna and Pablo for the ribbon-cutting and to celebrate the expansion of their business right here in Kingston. (1/3)
Ulster County cares about ALL our residents, whatever your gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, ability, veteran status, and whether or not you were born here.
March 21, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Ulster County cares about ALL our residents, whatever your gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, ability, veteran status, and whether or not you were born here.
It was great getting out to Sundown Wild Forest with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s new Acting Commissioner, Amanda Lefton! (1/3)
March 14, 2025 at 7:23 PM
It was great getting out to Sundown Wild Forest with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s new Acting Commissioner, Amanda Lefton! (1/3)
(2/3) This is the first dedicated therapy dog program for a 911 center in New York State, providing much-needed stress relief for our 911 dispatchers, who handle over 120,000 calls a year, 24/7. The therapy dog will also be available to support first responders across Ulster County.
March 10, 2025 at 4:15 PM
(2/3) This is the first dedicated therapy dog program for a 911 center in New York State, providing much-needed stress relief for our 911 dispatchers, who handle over 120,000 calls a year, 24/7. The therapy dog will also be available to support first responders across Ulster County.
This morning, I stopped by the Ulster County Department of Emergency Services to meet their newest team member and official office therapy dog, Oliver! 🐾(1/3)
March 10, 2025 at 4:15 PM
This morning, I stopped by the Ulster County Department of Emergency Services to meet their newest team member and official office therapy dog, Oliver! 🐾(1/3)
Today is #EmployeeAppreciationDay 🌟 I am so proud of our professional civil servants –1,452 employees in all – and so honored to lead this organization with an incredible Executive team!
March 7, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Today is #EmployeeAppreciationDay 🌟 I am so proud of our professional civil servants –1,452 employees in all – and so honored to lead this organization with an incredible Executive team!
Last week, I had the honor of signing a resolution dedicating the second floor of the Ulster County Office Building as “the Ulster County Clerk’s Office and Nina Postupack Historical Center” – a moment made especially meaningful by the presence of Nina's husband, Duane. (1/4)
March 3, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Last week, I had the honor of signing a resolution dedicating the second floor of the Ulster County Office Building as “the Ulster County Clerk’s Office and Nina Postupack Historical Center” – a moment made especially meaningful by the presence of Nina's husband, Duane. (1/4)
A wonderful community turnout in support of a wonderful community asset – the Center for Creative Education in Midtown Kingston! I especially loved the great drawings by the kids and of course, the brownies they made for the bake sale!
Photos courtesy of Alicia McDonald!
Photos courtesy of Alicia McDonald!
February 27, 2025 at 8:39 PM
A wonderful community turnout in support of a wonderful community asset – the Center for Creative Education in Midtown Kingston! I especially loved the great drawings by the kids and of course, the brownies they made for the bake sale!
Photos courtesy of Alicia McDonald!
Photos courtesy of Alicia McDonald!
(2/3) Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado delivered an inspiring keynote address sharing New York State history, law, and the power of love, and SUNY New Paltz students displayed their talents with poetry, drumming, dance, and song, including The Voices of Unity Choir.
February 24, 2025 at 3:53 PM
(2/3) Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado delivered an inspiring keynote address sharing New York State history, law, and the power of love, and SUNY New Paltz students displayed their talents with poetry, drumming, dance, and song, including The Voices of Unity Choir.