Kate Blake, Beekman Town Board

03/10/2026

Who’s ready for warmer weather?! I know I am!

Just a quick reminder that now that the sun is out, kids, families, walkers, runners, bikers, skaters, hoppers, skippers, and movers and shakers are all out enjoying the weather.

Drivers, make sure to stay alert and slow down, especially in residential areas and on our Town properties and public spaces, especially at places like the Rec and TCP. We appreciate your help in keeping our community safe and welcoming for all!

03/07/2026

Happy Birthday Beekman!

03/04/2026

Hey Beekman! I wanted to pass along this notice. I know there are many in the community who want to get involved, and County Committees are a great way to do it!

For Immediate Release: Chair Yvette Valdés Smith Invites Dutchess County Residents to Serve on Advisory Boards

Poughkeepsie, New York (February 26, 2026): Chair Yvette Valdés Smith invites Dutchess County residents to serve on volunteer boards and committees that advise County government on a range of important policy issues.

Chair Valdés Smith said, “As the new Chair of the Dutchess County Legislature, I welcome interested residents and stakeholders from across the County to take a seat at the table by joining one of the County’s many advisory boards and committees.

“Dutchess County is at a pivotal moment, with numerous challenges and opportunities facing both our communities and residents. We are stronger together, which is why I am seeking input and insights from those who live here so we can build a thriving community for everyone who calls Dutchess home.”

Seats are available on the following advisory committees:
● Airport Advisory Committee (must reside near the Dutchess County Airport)
● Community Services Board (Formerly Mental Hygiene Board)
● Dutchess County Criminal Justice Council
● Citizens Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence
● Commission on Human Rights
● Dutchess County Fire & Safety Advisory Board
● Fish & Wildlife Management Board (must be a landowner who resides on rural lands that engage in production of ag commodities or forest products)
● Soil & Water Conservation Board

If you are interested in serving on any of the above committees, please email your resume and a brief statement of interest to [email protected]; include the name of the committee in the subject line.

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03/02/2026

Event alert! 🚨

On Tuesday, 3/31 from 10am - 1pm, we will have an ambassador from the County Office for the Aging here to answer your questions! We’ve seen some of their work in the past and been really impressed. The County offers a lot of services for seniors, are a wealth of knowledge, and all around great people.

Interested but not sure if it’s “for you”? No problem! “Tell me about what sort of services you offer” is a totally valid question to ask at the event, and who knows, you might hear about a cool resource or program for you or a loved one! We hope to see you there 🙂

03/01/2026

Took some time to visit the Walkway yesterday and am happy to see the ice breaking up in the river. What a winter this has been! Looks like March is coming in like a lion, hopefully it will go out like a lamb!

02/21/2026

Ring ring! Ring ring! We got out the Zach Morris phone to remind everyone that the Beekman Rec hosts tons of fun events!

Tonight’s 80’s night was a blast from the past and everyone’s outfits were amazing!!! From slap bracelets to mocktails to all the best songs from back in the day, it was an event not to be missed!

Want to stay in the know on all the upcoming happenings? Be sure to follow the Beekman Rec right here on Facebook to get the scoop on what’s coming on the calendar!

02/15/2026

Beekman Town Board meetings occur generally on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at 7pm.

The next meeting is on Tuesday, February 24th.

Meetings are an opportunity to learn about what is going on in Town and to comment on both agenda and non-agenda items of importance to you.

Now that the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer, we’d love to see you at an upcoming meeting!

02/08/2026

Hey Beekman residents! Did you miss yesterday’s chili and music event at the Rec? Well, mark your calendars because there is another awesome event coming up on Friday, February 20th!

02/04/2026

Just wanted to share this important message regarding Dover Ridge water. This will be happening this morning and is only temporary and only for residents on the Dover Ridge water service.

Please be advised: Dover Ridge water service will be temporarily shut off on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from approximately 10AM-Noon for emergency service repairs.

01/13/2026

Mark your calendars for Friday, January 23rd, folks! This is a FREE event for ALL AGES here in Beekman!

It was tough competition last time…do you think you have what it takes to get to the top of the leaderboard? We hope to see you there, Beekman residents!

We had such a blast, we are doing it again! Register today, there are limited spaces. You MUST preregister.

01/10/2026

With week one in the books, I wanted to take a moment to reflect. I think that one skill of an effective public official is to listen more than speak. And this week, we heard so many critical insights - from our Rec, from our Engineer, from our Highway team, and more.

One particularly informative meeting that I want to call out was Beekman’s Conservation Advisory Committee meeting on Monday evening. There were a number of really interesting insights shared that strongly aligned with many of the viewpoints regarding open space preservation that we’ve heard from community members. This is a nuanced issue that ties in with zoning and planning at both the local and regional level. I plan to continue listening to these conversations and learning more about how municipalities collaborate with local and statewide organizations, including groups such as the Dutchess Land Conservancy and Open Space Institute.

On Tuesday evening, Laureen graciously let me tag along as her plus one to a Dutchess County Supervisors & Mayors meeting. I am continually impressed by the breadth of knowledge and willingness to get to work that we have in so many of our local elected officials. I am deeply grateful to the Association for your generosity of knowledge and experience. I stand on the shoulders of giants, and I hope to serve well in my role for the benefit of Beekman, for Dutchess County, and for all of our residents.