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Advancing Economic Development.
Driving Tourism. Bolstering Sustainability. Now’s the time to expand Route 17. #HudsonValley, stay tuned for more. #17Forward

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Wishing our families, friends and neighbors a peaceful July 4 and safe travels this holiday weekend.

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John Cooney Named 2026 ‘Trailblazer in Construction’

Congratulations to John Cooney Jr., Executive Director of the Construction Industry Council of Westchester & Hudson Valley, on being named a 2026 Trailblazer in Construction by City & State New York.

As a founding member of 17-Forward-86, John has been a strong voice for infrastructure improvements, including the Route 17 enhancement project, helping advance initiatives that support safety, mobility and economic development across the region.

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Construction News reports 572 crashes in work zones on NYS roads last year, with 87 injuries and three fatalities involving highway workers and vehicle occupants.

Please slow down and give crews space to work safely.

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Summertime is here – and so is the summer traffic. As more visitors arrive, congestion on corridors like Route 17 will intensify.
Enhancing mobility on Route 17 is about safety and smoother travels for everyone.

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An ambulance can’t afford traffic.
Every second matters in an emergency – but on Route 17, congestion stands in the way.

Enhancing mobility isn’t optional. It’s lifesaving.

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Memorial Day weekend means heavier traffic across the Hudson Valley. Please slow down and stay safe.
Enhancing Route 17 can help reduce congestion, accidents and delays for emergency responders – because when traffic stops, every second matters.

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Thank you Mid Hudson News for publishing 17-Forward-86 founding member Daniel Ortega’s commentary on enhancing Route 17. Read here. https://t.co/fEMoctlKgS

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17-Forward-86 founding member Daniel Ortega lays out the case for enhancing Route 17 in Construction News. Read here: https://t.co/RrawipdJ3E

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Work is underway to overhaul the Route 17 bridge in Wallkill, as reported by Mid Hudson News.

Investments like this are critical to improve safety in our region.
Read more: https://t.co/iOHLzFYKHB

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Wishing a joyous Easter to all who are celebrating, and safe travels.

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Wishing a happy and peaceful Passover to all who are celebrating this season.

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When emergency crews respond, every second counts. Traffic can slow even the most urgent response.
Enhancing Route 17 means safer and faster access for all travelers – especially when it matters most.

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Enhancing and modernizing Route 17 is critical to the safety of our residents and visitors, and to the long-term economic well-being of our region.

Let’s move this sensible project forward!

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Orange and Sullivan counties rank among the top fastest-growing counties in NYS. We must enhance Route 17 now!

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Investing in infrastructure is about safety, economic growth, and a transportation network that can handle growing demand.
Smart, forward-thinking leadership means preparing now for the traffic we know is coming.

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Enhancing capacity on Route 17 is about improving safety and ensuring first responders can move quickly when every second counts.

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Smart investments in our roads and bridges support local jobs, strengthen supply chains and improves access for businesses across the Hudson Valley.
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Enhancing capacity on Route 17 is a proactive step toward safer travel, reduced congestion, lower emissions from idling traffic and a more sustainable future for our region.

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Investing in infrastructure is investing in our communities.
Smarter roads are safer roads – we need a transportation system that works for today and tomorrow.

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