Press Release: Legislator Gerentine Comments on Legislation Allowing Sale of Fireworks in Ulster County
(Kingston, NY) The annual journey across state lines to prepare for family Fourth of July festivities may unnecessary this year, if Legislator Richard Gerentine’s (District 11 – Marlborough) proposed local law passes. With consumer firework revenue at $664 million in 2013, this proposed local law will actually generate new revenue for Ulster County when other economic development strategies, such as a casino, have not.