Fallsburg’s Future would like to alert everyone about the “Love Our Land” Parade. This parade reminds us all about the need for sustainable development in our town and the county.
Hello Friends
Farmer Brett Budde here, reaching out with a heartfelt plea.
On Sunday, September 21st at noon, the Fallsburg community will be coming together for a parade and protest in downtown Hurleyville. The event will commence at the Community Collaborative High School at 202 Main Street in Hurleyville and proceed into town.
Your participation is critical. This event is an opportunity to demonstrate our community’s strength. The Fallsburg Town Board, supervisor, neighboring towns, and county officials will closely monitor the number of attendees. The more people present, the louder our message will be. Fallsburg is facing larger problems than just zoning changes.
Our County is facing mass housing development and growth. Resources are being stretched thin in many towns due to lack of attention to this issue. Many communities have had success by showing up and forcing an honest look at what the community, environment and town services can realistically and safely support. We can make this change for Fallsburg and for the County as a whole.
We’ve made every effort to ensure that this parade is enjoyable, safe and fun for families. We’ll have stilt walkers, tractors, break-dancers, a community marching band, and even a best-dressed dog contest with a $100 prize.
At its core, this parade and protest addresses the pressing issues plaguing Fallsburg and all towns in Sullivan County.
During peak traffic hours, first responders face challenges in reaching emergency calls. Our wetlands are being developed illegally. Personal and city wells have dried out due to massive development. Additionally, fire hydrants in the summer are short on water, resulting in life safety concerns and increased homeowner’s insurance costs. We are an incredible community of citizens trying to live harmoniously in a vibrant, beautiful, natural environment, but are being taken advantage of.
We cannot afford to remain silent. That’s why I urge you to join us, bring your family and friends, and stand united with your neighbors. Together, we can organize a joyful and powerful demonstration that will capture the attention of the press, social media, and most importantly, our elected officials.
You can stay updated on our progress by following us on Instagram @FarmerBrettBudde, on Facebook under Brett Budde, and at FallsburgCoalition.org and fallsburgsfuture.com
If we haven’t had the opportunity to meet, please come and introduce yourself. I would be delighted to shake your hand and get to know you. I firmly believe in the strength, vibrancy, and growth of our community, and I am confident that we can make a positive impact when we stand together.
From the depths of my heart, thank you for your support. I eagerly anticipate seeing you on September 21st.
With gratitude,
Farmer Brett Budde
There will be an election for Town Board this fall. Several current members will be running for re-election. Fallsburg Future has decided to publish a weekly newsletter highlighting the issues that face the residents and the town. Each newsletter will highlight a particular topic of concern as well as an overview of a particular issue. We have had technical issues with our email service. It has been corrected and you are able to respond to this email.
Fallsburg's Future is a community network of concerned Fallsburg residents established in January 2016. Its Mission is to help guide the urban development of the town of Fallsburg and its five hamlets, to promote its sustainable economic development, protect the fragile beauty of its natural habitats and enhance the opportunities and quality of life for all its residents and visitors. We hope to curb the suburban sprawl that is threatening to overwhelm the town’s physical infrastructure and destroy the natural beauty that the area depends on for its future development. See us on Facebook and our website Fallsburgsfuture.com.