Pudding St Overpass Named for Putnam Valley First Responders
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The Pudding Street Overpass, located on the Taconic Parkway in the Town of Putnam Valley, has officially been renamed the Putnam Valley First Responders Bridge.
Senator Sue Serino and Assemblyman Kevin Byrne introduced legislation earlier this year to rename the overpass in honor of the town’s first responders. The newly built overpass was completed in the summer of 2021, eliminating a dangerous intersection across the Taconic that motorists, school buses, and first responders used to travel across the town.
Serino and Byrne’s legislation passed both houses in June and was signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul July 21 as part of a package of legislation dedicating portions of the New York State highway system to veterans and first responders.
“The Town of Putnam Valley is thrilled to be able to honor our first responders at such a critical roadway in our community and we cannot thank Senator Serino and Assemblyman Byrne enough for their support in this endeavor,” said Putnam Valley Supervisor Jackie Annabi. “What once was a hazardous pass that brought first responders out to accident after accident, will now serve as a symbol of safety and appreciation for their service. We thank everyone who joined in our efforts to help make the Pudding Street Overpass a reality.”
Serino and Byrne said recognizing first responders was long overdue.
“To have the opportunity to name this bridge in their honor is a meaningful moment not only for me, but for every resident who worked tirelessly to get this project over the finish line,” Serino said. “It is one small way we can thank them for their selfless service, and remind them that they always have a grateful community behind them, and I thank all of our local partners, and those at the State Department of Transportation, for never giving up on this critical project.”
“The completion of the Pudding Street Overpass was a tremendous accomplishment that I and many other officials long advocated for alongside members of the community, including our brave first responders,” Byrne added. “Our police, firefighters, and emergency medical service providers in Putnam Valley perform vital services that the community depends on. It’s fitting to honor them with this dedication.”
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