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Rockland County Government

Rockland County Government is comprised of 35 departments all of which feature information and resources for residents and businesses. The County Executive is Ed Day who acts as the chief budget officer and chief economic development officer for Rockland County and supervises, directs and controls the administration of all departments of the county government.

Biotech and Life Sciences

Rockland County is home to numerous companies that focus on development and manufacturing in the Biotech and Life Sciences industry. With available properties, a highly skilled workforce, and higher than average median income for these jobs, the county is well-positioned for growth in this area. 

Notably, Pfizer currently occupies 23 acres within the Hudson Valley iCampus located in Pearl River, where the company developed its COVID-19 vaccine. In 2022, the company announced a $470 million expansion, which is expected to add 150 new jobs.¹ 

Source: 1. Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News, 2023.

ROCKLAND WORKS!

BOCES Educational Resource Center (BERC)

131 N. Midland Avenue

Nyack, NY 10960 

(845) 770-2900 | Website

Rockland Works is a grant-funded program offered in partnership with the Workforce Development Board of Rockland County (WDBRC). Rockland Works is the county’s one-stop employment and training resource, supporting both the employment and training needs of job seekers and the staffing needs of local employers. Located at the BOCES Educational Resource Center (BERC) in Nyack, all services are provided free of charge.

Hudson Crossing Industrial Park

WAREHOUSE / DISTRIBUTION / OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

Address: 100 Corporate Drive, Blauvelt, NY 10913

Contact: Matt Flath | 973-735-2238 | Website

CLICK HERE for information on all available properties.

Located in Blauvelt, New York, Hudson Crossing Industrial Park (formerly Bradley Corporate Park) is a mixed-use complex that offers warehouse / distribution space, office space, flex space and retail / showroom space. 

Hudson Crossing Industrial Park is located just west of White Plains, New York and only 45 minutes from Midtown Manhattan, offering convenient distribution to tri-state area markets. The park offers quick access to I-287, the New York State Thruway, the Palisades Interstate Parkway and Route 303.

Rockland County Industrial Development Agency

The Rockland Industrial Development Agency (IDA) provides a variety of financial incentives to promote the attraction of new businesses to Rockland County, as well as the expansion of existing businesses in the community.

New York State Business Resources

Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturing is another thriving sector in Rockland County, spanning across a broad spectrum of companies - from family-owned businesses like Caribbean Food Delights (the leading Caribbean frozen food manufacturer of Jamaican-style patties) to global brands such as Daikin America (leader in the development, manufacture and sales of fluoromaterials). 

Over the past 15 years, manufacturing jobs in the county grew by 27%.¹ There is great potential for continued growth in this sector, with available properties that are appropriately zoned and ready for new uses.  

Source: 1. New York State Department of Labor, 2007-2021.

Rockland Business Association

The Rockland Business Association’s mission is to educate, inform, and provide beneficial services to members and actively represent, promote, and support the business community of Rockland County, NY. With more than 1,000 member businesses, the RBA’s services and benefits target the needs of various sectors in the community including the manufacturing, financial and service industries.

Hudson Valley Region Business Resources

Healthcare & Social Assistance

The Healthcare and Social Assistance sector in Rockland County accounts for close to 33,000 jobs (or 27% of all jobs), more than any other sector in the county.¹ Over the past 15 years, jobs in this sector grew in the county by 83%.¹  While the healthcare sector struggles overall to fill jobs, Rockland County is well-positioned to support growth in this industry.

The County is also proud of the fact that Rockland Community College has the #1 Associates Degree in Nursing Program (ADN) in New York State.²  Furthermore, of all degrees awarded by institutions of higher education in the county, the highest number of degrees after Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities are in Health Professions and Related Programs.³ 

Sources: 1. New York State Department of Labor, 2007-2021. 2. www.nursingprocess.org. 3. National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System.

Rockland Community College Workforce Development

Rockland Community College

145 College Road

Brucker Hall, Room 6102

Suffern, NY 10901

(845) 574-4518 | Website

Rockland Community College’s Economic Mobility and Workforce Innovation Division designs courses and programs with flexible schedules, small class numbers, and reasonably priced tuition to meet the requirements of working adults.

152 Broadway

COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE: 320,000SF (189,000 existing, with approvals for additional 131,000)

Address: 152 Broadway, Haverstraw, NY 10927

Contact: Lee Rosenberg | 718-344-9994

The property located at 152 Broadway in Haverstraw, NY is a single-story, wood, masonry and steel framed structure that occupies approximately 21.5 acres of land and was previously an FDA-approved food production and bottling operation plant. With two large warehouse areas, maintenance, shipping, receiving, and administrative offices throughout the facility, the structure is serviced by adequate power, water, and sewage services for usage.

152 Broadway is located within a mixed-use zone in Haverstraw. Uses in the zone range from light industrial, commercial, residential, and power generating plants. The site is located near the Haverstraw Marina, which provides access to the Hudson River. Nearby amenities include restaurants, cafes, parks, and shops. Public transportation options include buses and trains.

Access to the property is provided by a dedicated private driveway accessible through local roadways. The Palisades Interstate Parkway is within 4 miles of US-202 and offers easy access to the city. Many redevelopment possibilities exist in addition to the current industrial usage.

PROPERTY FEATURES 

• Warehouse / Manufacturing Space
• Clear Ceiling Height: 9’-24’ (varies)
• 300 Parking Spaces
• 6 Loading Docks (with potential for 6 additional)
•  2 Drive-In Doors
• 2 x 470 Volts

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CLICK ON THE PDF BELOW.

Rockland County Small Business Development Center

Rockland Community College’s NY Small Business Development Center (NYSBDC) brings the college into the business community by providing small business owners and entrepreneurs in New York with the highest quality, completely confidential business counseling, training and business research at no cost. The SBDC works with real people and real businesses, like yours, helping to meet challenges, capitalize on opportunity and achieve success.

Hospitality & Tourism

With its unique mix of diverse natural, cultural and historic assets, it’s no wonder that Hospitality & Tourism is one of Rockland County's leading industry sectors. In fact, the average household in Rockland County would have to pay an additional $581 in yearly property taxes to maintain current services if not for tourism-generated sales and local taxes.¹  

Visitors to Rockland County spend directly on accommodations, recreation, food and beverage, retail shopping, transportation and more. In 2022, total visitor spending in the Hudson Valley region was $4.6 billion. Rockland County accounted for $513 million with a breakdown as follows:¹

• $121M (24%) Lodging
• $53M (10%) Recreation
• $211M (41%) Food & Beverage
• $96M (19%) Retail & Service Stations
• $28M (5%) Transportation
• $4M (1%) Second Homes

Source: 1. Economic Impact of Visitors in New York-Hudson Valley Focus, 2022.

240-260 West Nyack Road

MULTI-TENANT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING / 61,498 SF AVAILABLE FOR LEASE

Address: 240-260 West Nyack Road, West Nyack, NY

Contact: William Waxman at 201-426-2200

Located in West Nyack, NY, this property offers up to 61,498 SF of space in a multi-tenant industrial building. Excellent highway connectivity, with I-287, Palisades Parkway, and Garden State Parkway within 5 miles. 

PROPERTY FEATURES

• 121 Parking Spaces
• Power: 1000 Amps
• Outdoor Storage Allowed
• 19’ clear
• 5 loading docks, 1 drive-in

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CLICK ON THE PDF BELOW.



Rockland Business Women's Network

The mission of the Rockland Business Women’s Network is to provide women with opportunities for professional and business growth through leadership, education, and networking.  

Financial and Professional Services

Proximity to New York City makes Rockland County a great location for workers in these industries which include finance, law, insurance, and other services. Furthermore, post-pandemic, as firms have lessened their physical footprint in New York City, many of these workers continue to opt for remote work, both part-time and full-time.   

Lincoln Logistics @ Rockland

NEW WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION CENTER / 220,000 SF 

Lincoln Logistics @ Rockland

Address: Corporate Way, Valley Cottage, NY.

Contact: James Panczykowski | 203-705-2248 | Website

Lincoln Logistics @ Rockland is a new industrial development located at Corporate Way in Rockland County, NY. The state-of-the-art construction will feature superior loading, wide column spacing and energy-efficient LED lighting.

PROPERTY FEATURES

• +/- 220,000 square feet on 23 acres
• 36’ clear ceiling height
• 34 loading docks
• 2 drive-in doors
• ESFR sprinkler system
• 54’ x 40’ column spacing
• 60’ speed bay
• 41 trailer stalls
• 123 car spaces (70 banked spaces)
• 5% offices, build-to-suit
• Gas heating
• 2,000 amp electrical service
• Q3 2023 delivery
• Site can be secured
•  Additional parking available

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CLICK ON THE PDF BELOW

Construction Services

In line with New York State's anticipation of construction as a high-growth target industry, Rockland County can also anticipate an increase in activity in this sector. In the past 15 years, the total number of establishments in the county's construction sector increased by 45%.¹  Additionally, construction jobs are among the highest paid in the county, with an average wage of $72,000.¹ Construction is an industry to watch in Rockland.

Source: 1. New York State Department of Labor, 2007-2021.

Leadership Rockland

Leadership Rockland’s mission is to identify, inform, and inspire leaders to better serve our community by increasing their awareness of the many facets of Rockland County.