Schlathaus Park Improvement Project

As a part of our Wappinger Parkland Improvement Act, the Town has taken significant strides in improving our parks and making decades old ideas become a reality. At Brexel-Schlathaus Park, our Buildings and Grounds Department tore down a decaying structure on the property, restriped the parking lot, as well as re-constructed the ADA accessible ramp going to the Community Center there, these efforts have eliminated significant safety concerns for visitors to the Park.

Our Highway Department has also completed in-house work at Schlathaus Park by installing nearly 400 feet of new drainage pipes, saving taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. These efforts will let the property drain properly and actually be utilized rather than allowing the 40 year old existing swamp like conditions to continue.

Play Pickleball Under the Lights at Martz Field

Starting July 23, the Town Board is excited to announce that residents will once again be able to play under the lights at Martz Field! Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country and is certainly popular amongst residents here in the Town of Wappinger. Town Supervisor Joseph D. Cavaccini, Councilman Al Casella, the Town Board, and our Buildings and Grounds Department worked to have the electrical upgraded at these courts to allow for evening play amongst neighbors.

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Wappinger Town Partners With Home Depot Employees to Beautify Middlebush Cemetery

Employees of Home Depot in Poughkeepsie came together to volunteer their time in cleaning up portions of our Town owned Middlebush Cemetery through their “Cares” initiative.

Town Supervisor Joseph D. Cavaccini spoke briefly on the history and the significance of the Middlebush Cemetery and hamlet during the early days of our community and expressed the Town’s appreciation for their work. Through yet another great public-private partnership, this historic site, received a little “TLC” this season!

Eagle Scout Project Completed at Martz Field

Boy Scout Alex Arvelo’s completed an impressive beautification project at Martz Field Recreation Facility.
Alex have worked with Town officials to develop a plan for strategically located benches and trees, and even added a pop of color to fences at this popular facility. The Town extends their gratitude to Alex and all of the volunteers who came out to help!

In addition to this, the Town is excited to announce that these enhancements will complement a brand-new park entry plaza which will feature an improved Major Daniel Martz – Vietnam War Memorial that will begin construction at the end of the month!