Schepisi Joins Bi-State Legislators Asking Gov. Cuomo to Sign NJ-NY Water Commission Legislation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 16, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi, R-Bergen and Passaic, was among a contingent of New Jersey and New York legislators attending a press conference at the Orangetown Parks Department Facility in Pearl River, N.Y. today, encouraging New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to sign a bill creating a bi-state commission that will work to reduce flooding in Bergen and Rockland counties. New Jersey passed its version of the law in 2011.

Holly Schepisi

“Although separated by the state border, residents in Bergen and Rockland counties share a common problem – widespread and out of control flooding,” said Schepisi. “Both states have an opportunity to work collaboratively on solving an issue which impacts homeowners and businesses and often causes significant financial loss. Governors Christie and Cuomo have worked cooperatively on other issues impacting both states, and we share a common interest in fixing a problem that has gone on for far too long.”

Much of this flooding stems from the rivers and tributaries that stretch between state lines, including the Mahwah River, Hackensack River, Ramapo River, and other waterways, making it difficult to formulate a joint response to the challenges affecting each community.

“For years, people have been frustrated by a lack of meaningful progress that addresses such a recurrent and widespread problem,” continued Schepisi. “Between Hurricane Irene, Tropical Storm Lee and Super Storm Sandy, the flooding created has pushed people to the point where they rightfully expect their government to take action and solve the problem. The bipartisan and bi-state support of legislators shows we are committed to taking action. I am confident Governor Cuomo agrees.”