May 31, 2011
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"Historic" Ulster County redistricting plan signed
 Hein signs the new redistricting plan |
KINGSTON - Ulster County Executive Michael Hein said his signing of the
new redistricting plan for the countylegislature is "exciting"
because "... having history take place because ofo the action of
the Charter Commission and the action of the folks involved."
There was no disagreement from from Republicans or Democrats on that.
"Bipartisan" was a word mentioned several times during the brief
signing ceremony in the countylegislative chambers.
The new legislature, taking effect with this year's election, will have
23 single-member districts.
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