The town of Clarkstown announced a new initiative yesterday aimed at boosting commercial and retail activity in the town.Supervisor George Hoehmann took to the Shops at Nanuet by the entrance of Macy’s, which will be closing its doors in April, to launch the Clarkstown Business and Economic Development Advisory Committee. Hoehmann said the volunteer group will examine various issues, with an eye toward updating the town’s comprehensive plan in 2020…
Howard Hellman is the head of the group, and he’s also the founder of All Bright Electric, which has been in town for 50 years…
63 percent of Rockland’s commercial ratables are in Clarkstown, and Hoehmann said he’s hoping not only will those businesses thrive, but the number will rise as the group lays a groundwork for future growth.