Law enforcement officials became aware when the couple's daughter called the police that day from New York City expressing concern that she . Sheriff's Offices are tasked with patrolling areas not within the jurisdiction of the local Police Department. In 1652, Thomas Chambers, a freeholder from the Manor of Rensselaerswyck, purchased land at Esopus. 210 were here. The median age was 38 years. Copyright 2016 Ulster County Sheriffs Office. This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. When part of the New Netherland colony, Dutch traders first called the area of present-day Ulster County "Esopus", a name borrowed for convenience from a locality on the opposite side of the Hudson. Wallkill, The Ulster County Sheriff released the body cam footage yesterday from the arrest of a 26-year-old Saugerties woman that led to claims of excessive force following a traffic stop in the town of Ulster.. Shana Shaw of Saugerties was arrested December 28 around 3:45 p.m. on the charges of resisting arrest, driving with a suspended license and marijuana possession. Shandaken, As of 2023, most of the county is in New York's 18th congressional district, represented by Democrat Pat Ryan. KINGSTON, N.Y. Juan Figueroa will serve a second four-year term as Ulster County sheriff. Ulster County Emergency Response Team (U.C.E.R.T. Sheer luck., On Feb. 9, 2021, Benjamin responded to Shafers Esopus property in response to a request for a welfare check by one of Shafers friends who saw a Facebook live video by a visibly drunk Shafer delivering a sometimes incoherent screed about his life, his family and the 2020 election. Print. With a distinguished career as a veteran and five years in the corporate arena, Juan brings a broad perspective to law enforcement. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa gives a victim impact statement for his deputy Robert Benjamin in Clayton Shafer's sentencing Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, 2023.Shafer is seated to left with his attorney Joseph O'Connor. New York. Ulster County Sheriff, officers jump into, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Ulster County Sheriff, officers jump into Highland lake in Alzheimers Association Subzero Heroes fundraiser, Improvements in Montessori program at George Washington Elementary School in Kingston sought, Texas congressmans breaks with GOP could lead to censure, FBI investigates body in bags in Ellenville in connection with missing Brooklyn man caught in web of extortion, Joseph Karolys associate identified as fourth person in vehicle on the night David Mickey Myer was beaten and later died. Coordinates: 4153N 7416W / 41.89N 74.26W / 41.89; -74.26, United States presidential election results for Ulster County, New York, "The county is one of the original divisions of the State, erected November 1, 1683. Ulster County Sheriff Paul J. There is 1 Sheriff Department per 36,025 people, and 1 Sheriff Department per 224 square miles. He and several others actually settled and began farming by June, 1653. Ulster County contains a large part of Catskill Park and the Catskill Forest Preserve. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Clayton Shafer is led into the courtroom Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. The member assigned in the center answers phone calls made to the Sheriff's emergency 7-digit phone number (845-338-3640), operates multiple radio channels, performs computer . The chair of the legislature had a great deal of power and was accountable only to the voters of their district. [A], In 1809, Sullivan County was split off from Ulster County.[A]. It is the mission of the Ulster County Sheriff's Office to serve the public by enhancing our partnership with the community, and in so doing, protect life and property, prevent crime, solve problems and foster good will through courtesy and professionalism. 2023 County Office. Since 2016, Kingston Stockade FC, a semi-professional soccer team that plays in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL), has been based in Kingston and plays its home matches at Dietz Stadium. The population density was 158 inhabitants per square mile (61/km2). Afterward, the task force will present their final report to the county legislature in August and resolutions supporting it would go before lawmakers in September. Though chilly, we always look forward to participating in this event.. Ulster County has Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Mohonk Preserve, Sundown State Park, VerNooykill State Forest, Witches Hole State Forest, and Shawangunk Ridge State Forest. In 1798, Ulster County's southernmost towns were moved into Orange County to compensate Orange for breaking away its southernmost part to form Rockland County. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa gives a victim impact statement for his deputy Benjamin in Clayton Shafer's, seated at left, sentencing Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, 2023. The Sheriff's Communications Center is a secure facility equipped with leading-edge technology, which provides immediate access to various federal, state and local law enforcement databases, and acts as the "hub" to the Sheriff's Mobile Data Computer (MDC) system. No one owns that flag, Rounds said pointing to the American flag behind him, and no one owns the right to say, Im a police supporter because Ive got a sticker on my car or a hat that kind of thinking is a rot. It is situated along the Hudson River. Ulster County has also played a role in some significant moments in U.S. history. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Clayton Shafer is led into the Ulster County Courtroom in Kingston on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. Public transportation in Ulster County is provided by Trailways of New York to and from New York City and Albany, and along Routes 28 and 32, by Ulster County Area Transit on major state and U.S. road corridors in the county, and by Kingston Citibus in Kingston. ). (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroareturns to his seat, passing Clayton Shafer, after giving a victim impact statement for his deputy Benjamin in Clayton Shafer's sentencing Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, 2023. Reach him at mrandall@th-record.com or on Twitter @mikerandall845. Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa announced his bid for a second four-year term Thursday and made it clear that growing up in the Town of Plattekill had a lot to do with his career path. Each offers various recreation opportunities, including hiking, bicycling, skiing, horseback riding, kayaking, rock climbing, hunting and fishing. On April 30, 2019, Democrat Patrick K. Ryan was elected in a special election by a margin of 74%-26%. 22 Main Street In 1800, portions of Albany and Ulster Counties were split off to create Greene County. Information found on CountyOffice.org is strictly for informational purposes and does not construe legal, financial or medical advice. 3063 New York 208 Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa, who won a second 4-year-term to the post, talks to Jen Metzger, who won the Ulster County Executive race, at the Best Western in Kingston on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Clearly this was Metzger's moment. ). Our sole purpose is not to make arrests, but to assure the safety of our community, Benjamin said in his statement, adding that shortly prior to the showdown with Shafer he had completed a training course on de-escalating situations. 7201 New York 28 All rights reserved. Amber Alert NY Alert Terrorism Hotline (866) 723-3697 Missing Persons. Much of it is within the Catskill Mountains and the Shawangunk Ridge. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Chief Assistant District Attorney Emmanuel Nneji, right, speaks before Judge Bryan Rounds in court Thursday, Jan.12, 2023 in the Clayton Shafer sentencing. But to probation officers, Shafer denied aiming his weapon at Benjamin and said Benjamin was inexperienced and over-reacted. He also told the probation officer theyre just trying to hang me cause its the undersheriffs son.. For Emergencies Only Dial 911 For Non-Emergencies (845) 338-3640. Ulster County Sheriff's Employees Association (UCSEA) official Facebook page. Investigations during his term resulted in the seizure of over $60 million in cash, 400+ kilos of drugs, and the arrest of key figures in the drug trade. The defendant professes to be a patriot but his value system of true patriotism seems to mean nothing to him., Mr. There were 77,656 housing units at an average density of 69 per squaremile (27/km2). (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Ulster County Judge Bryan Rounds holds up a presentence investigation report of Clayton Shafer Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, 2023, which he said demonstrates how Shafer violated the terms of his plea agreement. About 7.20% of families and 11.40% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.00% of those under age 18 and 8.70% of those age 65 or over. As of the census[10] of 2010, the county had 181,440 people, 67,499 households, and 43,536 families. A patriot means a total buy-in to our constitutional system, he said. The member assigned in the center answers phone calls made to the Sheriff's emergency 7-digit phone number (845-338-3640), operates multiple radio channels, performs computer operations on several law enforcement computer database systems, and a myriad of communications related tasks. NY, Ulster County Sheriffs Office - Shandaken Substation According to the press release, Figueroa will talk about the successes his office has to date making the county stronger, safer and more united, and will detail his plans for the future during Thursdays campaign kick-off. available or call the Ulster County Board of Elections at 845.334.5470 . Without this training, I do not know what the outcome would have been, he said. Prior to his 2018 election, Figueroa outlined a series of initiatives he said he would undertake if elected, including taking a comprehensive approach to the opioid issue that would promote education, prevention and treatment. A husband and wife died while on a fishing trip after falling through thin ice in the region. The Sheriff's Office is responsible for patrolling any unincorporated areas of the county or areas not covered by . Legislative authority is vested in the County Legislature, which consists of 23 members elected from individual districts, as directed by a county charter reapportionment mandate starting in late 2010. Accord, Figueroa also said he would strive to build bridges between law enforcement and the public by partnering with government agencies, community organizations, faith-based programs, families and youths to promote mutual respect and understanding and said members of the Sheriffs Office would meet with residents in public forums, regular interactions and through outreach. Collin Reynolds, UIster County Deputy Sheriffs PBA President Sean Becker and Ulster County Sheriffs Employees Association Vice President DJ Koeppen, according to an Ulster County Sheriffs Office Facebook post. Third party advertisements support hosting, listing verification, updates, and site maintenance. 11.61% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. (845) 338-3640 (dispatcher)(845) 331-2810 (administration), (845) 340-3718 (patrol)sheriff[at]co.ulster.ny[dot]us, 491 Cottekill Rd Hasbrouck Hall Room 131 Stone Ridge, NY 12484, 146 MountPleasant RdMount Tremper, NY 12457. He believes in upholding the law while working with the community and applying proactive, innovative, and sensible approaches to the countys most pressing issues, such as the opioid epidemic. During his 25-year term with the State Police, he assumed key leadership roles initially as a Police Academy Instructor and Field Training Officer, then as an Investigator with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation for 19 years. Im on your side, telling Benjamin I didnt want to shoot you, I swear to God, and at other points yelling at police youre the guilty one, youre the guilty one, you guys are f-ing retarded and telling police if anyone comes on my property Im going to fing shoot them.. During his 25-year term with the State Police, he assumed key leadership roles initially as a Police Academy Instructor and Field Training Officer, then as an Investigator with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation for 19 years. 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For every 100 females, there were 99.10 males. State Sen. Michelle Hinchey, D-Saugerties, Steven Kelley, the president and CEO of Ellenville Hospital, and Esopus Councilwoman Evelyn Clarke take part in the kick-off event. As of the 2020 census the population of Ulster County is 181,851. A MessageFrom The Sheriff. After Shafers weapon goes off, Shafer raises his gun again, drops it back to his side, and then turns and walks deeper into his property before he is arrested. 380 Boulevard It is the mission of the Ulster County Sheriff's Office to serve the public by enhancing our partnership with the community, and in so doing, protect life and property, prevent crime, solve problems and foster good will through courtesy and professionalism. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.03. He served in the Marines, both active duty and reserves, from 1983 to 2006, and he was a member of the state police from 1994 to 2013. 7.6% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. We thank our In-Water Rescue team for sticking it out with us to ensure the safety of all the participants, the post said. Ulster County Sheriffs Office - Accord Substation (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Defense attorney Joe O'Connor leaves court Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, after his client Clayton Shafer was sentenced. Figueroa has said he is in the midst of implementing an employee assistance program and the Helping Every Responder Overcome (HERO-R) Resilience project to help officers in his department deal with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. According to the sheriff's . At his current position at a Fortune 500 company, Juan is responsible for planning facility security, asset protection, research, and internal investigations in the Northeast region. This information is made available to the public and law enforcement in the interest of public safety. Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa and members of the Ulster County Sheriff's Office took part in the Subzero Heroes fundraiser at Berean Lake in Highland, N.Y. on Feb. 26, 2023. With all of the countys164 election districts reporting, the sheriff had secured 50,496 votes, according to unofficial results posted Tuesday. Juan trained with the DEA at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York on high intensity drug trafficking (HIDTA). (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa gives a victim impact statement for his deputy Robert Benjamin in Clayton Shafer's sentencing Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, 2023. Figueroa, a registered Democrat, was unopposed in his bid for re-election. The county's racial makeup, as of 2008, was 83.2% white, 6.50% black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 2.15% from other races, and 1.70% from two or more races. According to the non-profitswebsite, the event had risen more than $68,300 as of Sunday, Feb. 26. NY, Ulster County Sheriffs Office - Wallkill Substation He also said he would work closely with county health and treatment agencies to reach people asking for help with their addiction, and with the county Legislature to promote effective methods to combat the epidemic. All told, the number of votes cast for sheriff amounted to 50,939, well short of the total 76,626 cast countywide. Chief Assistant District Attorney Emmanuel Nneji said the District Attorneys Office also rejected Shafers claim of acting out of patriotism. As of the 2020 census, the population was 181,851. 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NY Connects is your trusted place to go for free, unbiased information about long term services and supports in New York State for people of all ages or with any type of disability. The Walkway Over the Hudson, the world's longest pedestrian and bicycle bridge which spans the Hudson River, is connected within Ulster County trails.[20]. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Clayton Shafer listens as Judge Bryan Rounds speaks in court Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. (Tania Barricklo/Daily Freeman), Clayton Shafer reads a letter of apology before Judge Bryan Rounds in court Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. Its boundaries at that time included the present Sullivan County and parts of the present Delaware, Orange, and Greene Counties.[A]. Two years later, Michael P. Hein, the last appointed county administrator, became Ulster's first elected county executive. (Dave Clegg took office in 2020) and sheriff (Juan Figueroa took office in 2019). A Clintondale resident, Figueroa graduated from Wallkill High School in 1983. 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Below are contact numbers to our main station and sub-stations. During the American Civil War, volunteers were recruited from the county and formed the majority of the following regiments: Other regiments with at least one company from the county included: The Lake Mohonk Mountain House on Shawangunk Ridge was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986. 19.2% were of Italian, 16.8% Irish, 15.5% German, 6.8% English, and 4.7% American ancestry according to Census 2000. Figueroa was joined by Sgt. Juan represents a brand of leadership that values fairness, compassion, respect, and the highest standards of professionalism at all levels. The Democratic nominee won only in 1912, when Theodore Roosevelt and his Progressive Party split the Republican vote and gave a plurality to Woodrow Wilson, and in 1964, when Lyndon B. Johnson won every county in New York and carried Ulster County by 19.8 percentage points. NY 55, NY 52, and NY 28 are all major east-west highways that run through the county, and US 209, US 9W, and NY 32 are major north-south highways. Kingston, Deputies and officers located the unresponsive man, later identified as Ram D. Arceri, 51, of Rosendale. According to the sheriff's office, a 911 call for an unresponsive man at a residence on Springtown Road in the town of Rosendale was received at about 1:50 p.m. Friday. Sheriff's Departments in Ulster County, NY are law enforcement agencies responsible for the management of Ulster County jails and inmates and promoting public peace and safety through policing. Why am I being asked to sentence him to eight years in prison? Sheriff Juan J. Figueroa, Undersheriff Eric V. Benjamin. 90.3% spoke English, 4.5% Spanish, 1.2% Italian, and 1.0% German as their first language. The Ulster County Sheriff's Office is accredited by the NYS Law Enforcement Accreditation Council. The county's highest point is Slide Mountain, at approximately 4,180 feet (1,270m) above sea level. About Us Contact Us The county's median household income was $42,551, and the median family income was $51,708. He was arraigned in the Town of Esopus Justice Court and was sent without bail to the Ulster County Jail, pending further court action. Juan became a trooper with the New York State Police in 1988, patrolling roads in Ulster County. During an Ulster County Criminal Justice Reform Task Force meeting Wednesday evening, Lt. Joseph Sciutto outlined the sheriffs intentions for the creation of a Professional Standards Division. The County is home to many outdoor landscapes, including the Catskill Mountains, the Hudson River, Minnewaska State Park, Catskill Park, Shawangunk Mountains and the Shawangunk Ridge. Ulster County has continued to be a popular vacation destination for many decades. The New York State Thruway (I-87) runs northsouth through the county, carrying traffic between New York City and Albany and its surroundings. A registered Democrat, Figueroa is a Clintondale resident and 1983 graduate of Wallkill High School. 2023 www.recordonline.com. A subsequent investigation . Ulster County sheriff's deputies said they were initially alerted to the suspect, Terry J. Weber, after a 911 call reported a disturbance at his home on Nov. 11, 2022. The lowest point is sea level along the Hudson River. (Ulster County . Are we pretending it just doesnt matter?, Rounds also delivered a sharp rebuke to those he called armchair warriors, who have offered opinions about this or other cases without knowing the facts. Juan joined the US Marine Corps straight out of high school. [13] Ryan ran in the 18th congressional district in the 2022 general election after redistricting put most of Ulster County in that district. Figueroa also said he would promote strong policies in the office that foster a culture of learning and self-improvement and provide equitable merit recognition for employees. FROM:Michael Iapoce, Commissioner of Social Services1061 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401 JOB VACANCY:Early Intervention Coordinator / Provisional / Full-Time / BenefitedLOCATION:Ulster PlazaSALARY:$32.44 / hour (Grade 15)FILL DATE:March 22, 2023 (When such a vacancy Along with the bank and the Ulster County Sheriff's Office Civil Division, the contractors involved were identified and issued tickets. On September 9, Ryan stepped down as county executive, and Johanna Contreras was sworn in as an acting county executive.
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