Rockland County has taken a significant step forward in strengthening its long-term water resource planning efforts after proposed updates to Chapter 178 — the law governing the county’s Task Force on Water Resource Management — unanimously passed the Environmental Committee.
The committee is chaired by Beth Davidson, and officials say the proposed revisions are aimed at modernizing outdated language, improving coordination and accountability, and better reflecting the current mission and needs of the county’s water planning efforts.
According to Rockland County Water Task Force Coordinator Nicole Laible, the updated legislation would also rename the group the “Water Advisory Council,” reinforcing its role as an advisory body, stakeholder forum, and long-term strategic partner for the community.
The proposal now moves to the next stage, where a vote will be scheduled to set the date for a public hearing. If ultimately approved, new members will officially join the council and work will begin on developing a comprehensive long-term water management plan for Rockland County.
County officials also thanked Nicole Laible, Conservation Coordinator Ariana Polanco, Environmental Health Director Sam Rulli, and County Executive Chief of Staff John Lyon for their leadership and continued work on the initiative.
