David B. Donaldson
District No. 6 - City of Kingston
David B. Donaldson
District No. 6 - City of Kingston
Government Legislator David Donaldson began serving on the Ulster County Legislature since 1994. He served six years as Chairman, unanimously re-elcted to serve in the post in 2021. He’s aslo served as Vice Chairman and was elected Minority Leader twice. He also served as the Legislative representative to the Ulster ...
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Legislator David Donaldson began serving on the Ulster County Legislature since 1994. He served six years as Chairman, unanimously re-elcted to serve in the post in 2021. He’s aslo served as Vice Chairman and was elected Minority Leader twice. He also served as the Legislative representative to the Ulster County Jury Board. Legislator Donaldson’s goal has been “to make a difference where a difference is needed.” His character trademark of tenacity makes him an outspoken leader representing the constituents of City of Kingston’s Wards 3, 5, and 9.
He has been recognized by numerous non-partisan organizations for his tireless work to help others as well as his constant push for good government initiatives (See Memberships & Awards). Dave has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to work with anyone willing to be part of a progressive agenda of government reform, the right economic growth, protection of our beautiful area, effective programs for youth and the elderly, along with enhanced collaboration with the City of Kingston and Ulster County.
Dave works toward a “better government at a better price” by initiating, sponsoring and ensuring reformed fiscal management of County government, sustaining budgets below inflationary rates, maintaining and improving transparency and improved services through consolidations and efficiencies.
Dave served as an Alderman in the City of Kingston prior to joining the County Legislature. As an alderman he initiated a City Charter change as well as creating policies that and helped bring about the Revitalization of the Rondout Area of Kingston. He continues to work with City Leaders, regardless of party or other affiliations, for the betterment of the City of Kingston.
Dave taught Government and Economics at FDR High School in Hyde Park for 20 years before retiring. Prior to teaching, Dave was a Foreman and Inspector for Conrail Railroad.
He began his college education at SUNY Ulster and went on to receive his Bachelors in Political Science and Master in History/Education from SUNY New Paltz.
Memberships & Awards
- SUNY ULSTER 2008 Alumni of the Year Award.*
- Southern Poverty Law Center – Teaching Tolerance Award
- Times Herald Record Cheers Award for Good Gov’t Resolutions
- ASK Award for Promoting Diversity in the Arts & Humanities
- Member of The Ancient Order of Hibernians
- Member of Sons of the American Legion
- Elks Club Member
- League of Women Voters
Records & Legislation
Past Committees & Leadership
2006 – 2009, 2020-2021, Chairman, Ulster County Legislature
2014 – 2015, 2019, Vice Chair, Ulster County Legislature
2019, Chairman, Laws & Rules, Governmental Services Committee
2016-2017, 2018, Deputy Chairman, Laws and Rules, Governmental Services Committee
2010 – 2013, 2016-2017, Deputy Chairman, Legislative Programs, Education and Community Services Committee
2014 – 2015, 2018, Chairman, Legislative Programs, Education and Community Services Committee
2012 – 2013, 2004-2005, Minority Leader
2008, Co-Chairman, Labor Relations and Negotiations Committee
2000 – 2001, Deputy Chairman, General Services Committee
Party Information
Enrollment
Democrat
Attendance
Voting Record
Resolutions
Resolution No. 649 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Advancement Of Capital Projects For The Ulster County Community College
Resolution No. 549 (Sponsor)
Setting A Public Hearing On The Transfer Of Certain Properties From Ulster County To The Ulster County Economic Development Alliance, Inc. To Be Held On Tuesday, December 21, 2021 At 6:30 PM
Resolution No. 548 (Sponsor)
Authorizing Acceptance Of Deeds In Lieu Of Foreclosure Of Certain Properties From AG Properties Of Kingston LLC And Techcity 22 23 & 24 LLC
Resolution No. 540 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract For $668,889.00 Entered Into By The County – Patriot Towers, Inc. – Department Of Public Works
Resolution No. 539 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract Amendment For $19,921.00, Causing The Aggregate Contract Plus Amendment Amount To Be In Excess Of $50,000.00 Entered Into By The County – C&S Engineers, Inc. – Department Of Public Works
Resolution No. 538 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Memorandum Of Agreement Between The County Of Ulster And The Ulster County Sheriff’s Employee Association, For The Years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 And 2024 – Amending The 2021 Ulster County Budget
Resolution No. 436 (Sponsor)
Condemning Anti-Semitism In All Forms, Supporting The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition Of Anti-Semitism
Resolution No. 435 (Sponsor)
Urging The United States Congress To Enact The National Infrastructure Bank Act Of 2021
Resolution No. 432 (Sponsor)
LATE - Amending The 2021 Ulster County Budget To Accept Public Health Emergency Preparedness Funding From New York State Department Of Health For The Epidemiology And Laboratory Capacity School Reopening Grant, And Creating Position – Department Of Health
Resolution No. 425 of 2020 (Sponsor)
Setting A Public Hearing On Proposed Local Law No. 15 Of 2020, A Local Law Amending Article XXX Of The Ulster County Charter And Article XXX Of The Ulster County Administrative Code To Eliminate The Term Limit Imposed On Commissioners, To Be Held On Tuesday, March 16, 2021 At 7:05 PM
Resolution No. 327 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract Amendment For $63,000.00 Entered Into By The County – United Way Of Ulster County Inc. – Department Of Employment And Training
Resolution No. 326 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract Amendment For $203,570.00 Entered Into By The County – Complete Building Solutions, Inc. – Department Of Public Works
Resolution No. 325.5 (Co-Sponsor)
Establishing “The Ulster County Land Bank Development Corporation”, A New York State Landbank
Resolution No. 325.2 (Co-Sponsor)
Establishing “The Ulster County Land Bank Development Corporation”, A New York State Landbank
Resolution No. 325.1 (Co-Sponsor)
Establishing “The Ulster County Land Bank Development Corporation”, A New York State Landbank
Resolution No. 325 (Co-Sponsor)
Establishing “The Ulster County Land Bank Development Corporation”, A New York State Landbank
Resolution No. 324 (Sponsor)
Amending The 2021 Ulster County Budget To Add Additional Positions To Administer The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) – Department Of Finance
Resolution No. 323 (Sponsor)
Supporting The Recommendations Of The Recovery And Resilience Working Group For Utilization Of The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds – Department Of Finance
Resolution No. 313 (Sponsor)
Authorizing The County Executive To Execute An Agreement With Dutchess County For The Provision Of Reciprocal Conflict Defense – Public Defender’s Office
Resolution No. 243 (Sponsor)
LATE - Authorizing The Chair Of The Ulster County Legislature To Execute A Certificate Of Need Application With Required Assurances For The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) With The United States Department Of Treasury
Resolution No. 242 of 2020 (Co-Sponsor)
Approving Ulster County’s Local Solid Waste Management Plan
Resolution No. 194 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract For Rates Anticipated To Exceed $50,000.00 Entered Into By The County – Peckham Road Corp. – Department Of Public Works
Resolution No. 193 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract For $5,130,000.00 Entered Into By The County – Peckham Road Corp. – Department Of Public Works
Resolution No. 192 (Sponsor)
LATE - Approving The Execution Of A Contract Amendment For Rates Anticipated To Exceed $50,000.00 Entered Into By The County – Peckham Road Corp. – Department Of Public Works
Resolution No. 155 (Sponsor)
Appointing And Reappointing Legislative Members To The Soil And Water Conservation District Board
Resolution No. 154 (Sponsor)
Appointing And Reappointing Members To The Soil And Water Conservation District Board
Resolution No. 153 (Sponsor)
Appointing Members To The Periodic Compensation Review Committee
Resolution No. 123 (Co-Sponsor)
Adopting An Implementation Plan Per Executive Order No. 203 Of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, New York State Police Reform And Reinvention Collaborative
Resolution No. 113 (Sponsor)
Authorizing The Chair Of The Ulster County Legislature To Execute An Inter-Municipal Shared Services Agreement With The City Of Kingston For Economic Development Services – Department Of Economic Development
Resolution No. 98 (Sponsor)
Authorizing The Chair Of The Ulster County Legislature To Execute An Intermunicipal Agreement For The Sharing Of Information Relating To Short-Term Rental Properties With The City Of Kingston – Department Of Finance
Resolution No. 8.1 (Sponsor)
Confirming Appointment Of Member To The Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency
Resolution No. 8 (Sponsor)
Confirming Reappointment Of Member To The Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency
Resolution No. 7.2 (Sponsor)
Requesting The New York State Legislature Introduce, And The Governor Sign, An Amendment To Article 31 Of The New York State Tax Law To Permit The County Of Ulster To Adopt A Local Law To Impose, Collect And Retain A Tax On Real Estate Transfers
Resolution No. 7 (Sponsor)
Requesting The New York State Legislature Introduce, And The Governor Sign, An Amendment To Article 31 Of The New York State Tax Law To Permit The County Of Ulster To Adopt A Local Law To Impose, Collect And Retain A Tax On Real Estate Transfers
Resolution No. 6 (Sponsor)
Setting A Public Hearing On Proposed Local Law No. 13 Of 2020 As Amended, A Local Law Amending The Ulster County Charter, (Local Law No. 2 Of 2006), And Amending The Administrative Code For The County Of Ulster, (Local Law No. 10 Of 2008) To Further Clarify Departmental, Agency, Office Or Unit Estimates, To Be Held On Tuesday, March 9, 2021 At 6:15 PM
Resolution No. 5 (Sponsor)
Approving The Execution Of A Contract Amendment For $500,000.00 Entered Into By The County – Accucare Nursing & Homecare, Inc. – Department Of Emergency Management
Resolution No. 4 (Sponsor)
Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of Up To $20,000,000.00 Tax Anticipation Notes Of The County Of Ulster, New York, In Anticipation Of The Collection Or Receipt Of 2021 Real Property Taxes Based On 2020 Real Property Tax Assessments For The Current Fiscal Year Of Said County
Resolution No. 3 (Sponsor)
Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of Up To $15,000,000.00 Revenue Anticipation Notes Of The County Of Ulster, New York, In Anticipation Of The Collection Or Receipt Of Revenues Estimated To Be Received From Sales And Compensating Use Taxes During The Current Fiscal Year Of Said County
Resolution No. 2 (Sponsor)
Designation Of Official Newspapers
Resolution No. 1 (Sponsor)
Creating Standing Committees For The Year 2021
