Rockland County Executive Delivers 2026 State of the County Address

Rockland County Executive Ed Day delivered his 2026 State of the County address, outlining progress across Rockland County.

Day said the county has continued to maintain essential services despite economic pressure, noting that rising costs from state and federal programs could still create future strain. At the same time, he pointed to steady progress made by county departments and staff working to improve daily life for residents.

This year’s address was presented in a video format, featuring department leaders discussing key efforts in public safety, health services, and infrastructure.

On the public safety side, the county reported increased enforcement and recovery efforts. The Office of Consumer Protection secured more than $114,000 in refunds for homeowners and collected significant penalties from contractors not in compliance. The Probation Department also returned tens of thousands of dollars in restitution to victims.

The county’s Veterans Service Agency helped secure over $1 million in benefits. There is also a reported decline in drug-related deaths, alongside new recovery resources.

The county advanced open space preservation, upgraded parks, and continued improvements to transportation, including nearly 2 million rides provided through its bus system.

Day closed by saying the county remains focused on building for the future while staying grounded in the needs of residents, calling the past year a step toward continued growth and stability.