KINGSTON, N.Y. – A Common Council committee has unanimously recommended the adoption of a 268-page report outlining ways in which the city’s government and residents can save energy costs and “become a more sustainable” community.

Alderman Thomas Hoffay, D-Ward 2, the council’s majority leader, said the so-called “City of Kingston Climate Action Plan” was endorsed by the Public Safety/General Government Committee Thursday night.

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Kingston aldermen debate ‘Climate Action Plan’ on eve of vote (video)

KINGSTON, N.Y. – Debate turned feisty Monday night between two Democratic members of the Common Council over a so-called “Climate Action Plan” for Kingston.

Alderman Robert Senor, D-Ward 8, questioned the wisdom of adopting the plan, which has earned the endorsement of the Public Safety/General Government Committee.