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Chris Hewitt

District No. 21 - Towns of Rochester, Wawarsing

Chris Hewitt

District No. 21 - Towns of Rochester, Wawarsing

Legislator Chris Hewitt represents District 21 in the Ulster County Legislature, serving the Towns of Rochester and Wawarsing with a focus on community resilience, public safety, and sustainable local economies. As chair of the legislature’s Energy, Environment and Sustainability committee, he has sponsored and supported legislation advancing environmental stewardship, renewable ... Read Full Biography

Legislator Chris Hewitt represents District 21 in the Ulster County Legislature, serving the Towns of Rochester and Wawarsing with a focus on community resilience, public safety, and sustainable local economies. As chair of the legislature’s Energy, Environment and Sustainability committee, he has sponsored and supported legislation advancing environmental stewardship, renewable energy, and strengthened public services, helping to align county policy with long-term wellbeing for residents.
Chris is the co-founder of the Hudson Valley Current, a regional complementary currency that promotes local exchange and keeps wealth circulating among small businesses, farmers, and neighbors. He also co-founded Tilda’s Kitchen & Market in Kingston, a community-inspired restaurant and gathering place that weaves together food security, culture, and alternative economics. In both his public office and entrepreneurial work, Chris centers collaboration, equity, and practical systems change that empower local people and places.

Contact Information

244 Fair Street

Kingston

NY

12401

Chris Hewitt
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Records & Legislation

Committees & Leadership

2026 Standing Committees
Energy, Environment and Sustainability
Law Enforcement and Public Safety

 

 

 

2024-2026
Chair of the Energy, Environment & Sustainability Committee

2023-2025
Deputy Chair of the Law Enforcement and Public Safety Committee

 

Party Information

Enrollment
Democrat

AffiliationDemocrat
AffiliationWorking Families
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Attendance

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Voting Record

May 19, 2026 - Ulster County Legislature
61 Yes|0 No| 0 Abstained| 0 No Vote
March 18, 2026 - Ulster County Legislature
49 Yes|0 No| 1 Abstained| 0 No Vote
February 17, 2026 - Ulster County Legislature
93 Yes|2 No| 0 Abstained| 0 No Vote
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Resolutions

Resolution No. 244

Establishing A Policy To Prioritize Local Food Access And Community Resilience, Amending The 2026 Ulster County Budget To Create The Victory Garden Preservation Program Pilot

Resolution No. 239

Adopting Updated Procurement Manual Pursuant To General Municipal Law Section 104-b – Department Of General Services

Resolution No. 235

Confirming Reappointments Of Penny Coleman And William A. More To The Environmental Management Council

Resolution No. 234

Confirming Appointments Of Maya Lilly And Linda Setchell To The Environmental Management Council

Resolution No. 189

Establishing A Policy In Relation To Federal Immigration Enforcement In Ulster County

Resolution No. 169

Confirming Reappointment Of Jen Metzger And Appointment of Andy Bicking To The Hudson River Drinking Water Intermunicipal Council

Resolution No. 118

Confirming Reappointments Of Sarah Underhill And Victoria Lucarini To The Environmental Management Council

Resolution No. 108

Authorizing The Chair Of The Ulster County Legislature To Enter Into An Amendment To The Agreement With The Hudson River Drinking Water Intermunicipal Council (The “Hudson 7”) To Include Ulster County As A Member And To Provide Financial Assistance For The Hiring Of A Full Time “Protection Coordinator” – Department Of The Environment

Resolution No. 41

Appointing Eric Zaidins As The Independent Administrative Hearing Officer Pursuant To §304-25 Of The Code Of The County Of Ulster

Resolution No. 33

Approving The Execution Of A Contract For $75,000.00 Entered Into By The County – Hudson Valley Regional Council, Inc. – Department Of Environment

Resolution No. 32

Approving The Execution Of A Revenue Contract For $150,000.00 Entered Into By The County – Hudson River Foundation For Science And Environmental Research, Inc. – Department Of Environment

Resolution No. 31

Confirming Appointment Of Thomas Raffaldi To The Fish And Wildlife Board

Resolution No. 7

FOR MARCH INTRODUCTION - Setting A Public Hearing On Proposed Local Law No. 1 Of 2026, A Local Law Declaring The Rights Of The Esopus Creek, Rondout Creek And Wallkill River In Ulster County, And Providing For Clean Water And A Healthy And Productive Ecosystem For The Residents Of Ulster County, To Be Held On Tuesday, April 21, 2026 At 7:00 PM

Resolution No. 7.1

Setting A Public Hearing On Proposed Local Law No. 1 Of 2026, A Local Law Declaring The Rights Of The Esopus Creek, Rondout Creek And Wallkill River In Ulster County, And Providing For Clean Water And A Healthy And Productive Ecosystem For The Residents Of Ulster County, To Be Held On Tuesday, April 21, 2026 At 7:00 PM

Resolution No. 7.2

Setting A Public Hearing On Proposed Local Law No. 1 Of 2026, A Local Law Declaring The Rights Of The Esopus Creek, Rondout Creek And Wallkill River In Ulster County, And Providing For Clean Water And A Healthy And Productive Ecosystem For The Residents Of Ulster County, To Be Held On Tuesday, May 19, 2026 At 7:00 PM

Resolution No. 7.3

Setting A Public Hearing On Proposed Local Law No. 1 Of 2026, A Local Law Declaring The Rights Of The Esopus Creek, Rondout Creek And Wallkill River In Ulster County, And Providing For Clean Water And A Healthy And Productive Ecosystem For The Residents Of Ulster County, To Be Held On Tuesday, June 16, 2026 At 7:00 PM