
News & Press Release
Free Family Fishing Day
County Executive Kevin Byrne along with his son Braeden recently enjoyed a free family fishing day on the banks of Lake Gleneida in Carmel. The May 31 event was a joint effort by DEC and New York City DEP designed to encourage greater participation in fishing and outdoor recreation. Byrne also debuted the logo for the county’s family-friendly “I Fish Putnam” initiative, which will be administered through Putnam County Tourism Department.
Additional Articles
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Byrne Highlights Historic Tax Relief, Expansion of Services in 2026 State of the County -
Due to ongoing snow removal operations and winter weather conditions, all non-essential County government offices will open on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. -
Byrne Declares State of Emergency in Putnam Ahead of Winter Storm -
Putnam’s Community Paramedicine Program is First in NYS -
Statement on Stabilization Center -
Maybrook Bikeway Bridge Opens to Public -
Putnam County Schools Vote to Name Snowplows -
Putnam County Seeking Applications for New Board of Ethics Members -
Byrne Perks Up Crowds with ‘Coffee with the County Executive’ Forums -
‘Tis the Season: Putnam County Hosts Popular OSR Holiday Luncheons
Welcome Message
“Remember that Putnam County is home. Regardless of what may make us different as individuals, it is our respect for each-other as neighbors, our desire to step up and serve, to lend a hand, and leave this beautiful county better off than we found it. That is what makes this place so special. It is with that in mind that we as a county government are here to serve, and will always serve, with a desire to do better.” - Kevin M. Byrne | Putnam County Executive
Contact the Executive's Office
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Office | 845.808.1000
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Fax | 845.808.1901
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Address | 40 Gleneida Avenue, 3rd Floor Carmel, New York 10512

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Kevin M. Byrne
County Executive