{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Radio Chatskill","title":"Sullivan County Government Update with Dan Hust ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1464,"description":"Sullivan County Government Communications Director Dan Hust shared key County Government updates about measles, the ongoing homeless shelter debate, county waste management, and more on Radio Catskill Friday.\n\nPublic Health Advisory on Measles\nIn response to a regional uptick in measles cases, the Sullivan County Public Health Department has issued an advisory urging unvaccinated individuals to contact their healthcare providers. Measles is highly contagious but preventable with timely vaccination. The advisory outlines symptoms, exposure protocols, and local vaccination resources. Residents are encouraged to visit the Public Health website for additional guidance.\nHomeless Shelter Discussion Ongoing\nThe County Legislature continues to deliberate on a proposed homeless shelter. While a final decision has not yet been made, the discussion may lead to another public hearing and a vote in the coming week. The issue involves multiple factors, including funding, location, and community input.\nWaste Management: Enforcing Flow Control\nCounty leaders are currently evaluating how to enforce the “flow control” law, which mandates specific guidelines for the disposal of solid waste. The goal is to ensure an environmentally sound and fiscally responsible approach to waste management. Additional updates will be shared as enforcement mechanisms are finalized.\nMay Declared Missing Persons Month\nHope Alive 845, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping locate missing persons, addressed the Legislature this week. In recognition of its mission and efforts, the Legislature officially proclaimed May as Missing Persons Month in Sullivan County. The move aims to raise awareness and support for families affected by these cases.\nCommunity Events and Announcements\nCitizens Preparedness Class: A free training session will be held on May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Emergency Operations Center. Registration is required, and attendees will receive a free emergency preparedness kit. The class is...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/q7XXsnSXT_u4mZLCn3chUorwDmUD_kWiB272D6emB18/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80N2Uy/OGY5MWUwZThkYTEw/NDVkZGM2ZGZkZDIw/ZjliOS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}