Join us for fall fun this Saturday. Programs meet in the visitor center. Dress for the weather. Questions? Contact Scott or Mike at 914-967-8720
Winter Duck Migration Observation
Saturday, November 18
10:00 – 11:30 am
Come witness, through a tripod scope, the behavior and movements of these waterfowl visitors. Please bring binoculars.
Late Fall Shelter Building
Saturday, November 18
1:00 – 2:30 pm
A popular program that brings people together by working together to create a structure in less than 2 hours. The kids will love it!
Shelter Building Fun
Thank you to all who have contacted their legislator in support of the Friends of Read Sanctuary!
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If you missed our previous email regarding the County’s budget, you can read it and our proposal at the following link:
https://frws.wavecm.com/campaign/friends-of-read-…r-help-this-week/
Briefly…
Westchester County is in the process of approving their 2024 budget which will include their support of Edith Read Sanctuary. The Friends of Read Board is submitting a proposal to the County asking that the needs of the Sanctuary be met.
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Attend a hearing. The Legislature’s budget hearings will be held as follows:
Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 6:00pm
Warner Library, 121 North Broadway, Tarrytown
Monday, November 20, 2023 at 7:00pm
Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, 480 North Bedford Road, Chappaqua
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 7:00pm. (remote participation available)
Board of Legislators Chambers, 148 Martine Avenue, 8th Floor, White Plains
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Email Westchester County Executive George Latimer and Westchester County Legislator Catherine Parker (District 7) and let them know you support the Friends of Read Board’s proposal.
They can be reached at:
– George Latimer: glatimer@westchestergov.com
– Catherine Parker: parker@westchesterlegislators.com
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Email your legislator. To find your local legislator, follow this link:
https://westchesterlegislators.com/district-legislators
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!