Continental Commons

We are pleased by NYS Supreme Court's decision, and we commend all of the difficult and thoughtful work that has gone into studying the Continental Commons property and the Fishkill Supply Depot, which played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. As always, we are committed to developing the 18th century colonial village of restaurants, shops, inn, and a living museum. With a design that integrates architectural features from historically significant buildings in Dutchess County during the time of the American Revolutionary War, Continental Commons will capture the essence of the Fishkill Supply Depot and its importance to our nation. https://longisland.news12.com/court-rules-that-williamsburg

This week the New York State Supreme Court ruled that there was a tremendous amount of archaeological evidence that the Continental Commons project would not adversely impact the historic nature of the Fishkill Supply Depot. The Court even pointed out that there was ample evidence in the record that the foundation on the property was not from the American Revolution nor was the single grave that was examined. Conclusion - This is not the "Largest American Revolutionary War Cemetery". Watch and learn how the FOFSD created an urban myth. https://youtu.be/W8ddmSURMnc

The Friends of the Fishkill Supply Depot filed litigation arguing that the Fishkill Planning Board did not take a hard look at the Continental Commons proposal. The FOFSD also made five other arguments in their litigation with hopes of overturning the approvals. The judge ruled against the FOFSD on all grounds. In the decision the court concluded the following: 1. That the NYS SEQR review process considered all historic and environmental issues; 2. Over the four year SEQR rev...iew, a substantial amount of information was presented to the Fishkill Planning Board about whether the proposed project would have an impact on the historic integrity of the site from Continental Commons representatives, from the community, New York State Historic Preservation Office, an independent archaeological firm hired by the Town as well as other state and local agencies. This included professionally prepared reports and expert testimony about the history and archeological significance of the greater Fishkill Supply Depot; 3. The Planning Board heard and considered conflicting evidence and opinions about whether the proposed development could have an adverse impact on historic or archeological resources. "The record reflects that it took the requisite hard look at that issue, and there is ample support in the record for its ultimate determination" that the project would not have an adverse impact on the Now that the litigation is complete, we look forward to working with the community on fulfilling the vision for Continental Commons. It is a great opportunity for us to come together and tell the story of the Fishkill Supply Depot together. https://midhudsonnews.com//judge-rules-against-friends-of/

Breaking news: Evidence collected by recent archaeological studies find human burial desecrated and seeded to perpetuate urban myth that the Continental Commons property contains the "Largest Revolutionary War Cemetery". The case is cracked wide open on Hudson Valley Power Broker. Watch - https://youtu.be/n23x12kIlKw

Happy Veterans Day to our soldiers, both past and present. We owe you our thanks, but more than that, we owe you our freedom. - This is a picture from one of our restaurants.

We hope you'll join us today in recommitting to the values of freedom, equality, and justice for all and celebrating the America that we strive to be. Happy Independence Day!

Manipulating politicians isn't funny, until you hear Lance Ashworth talk about! Check out this video before the Fishkill Town Board Meeting tomorrow night. Then tune in and listen to Ashworth deliver his best performance yet! When: Wednesday, May 27 at 7:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82362812428 Webinar ID: 823 6281 2428 - Password: 758279... Dial In: (929) 205-6099 See more

Future President Thomas Jefferson is elected to the second Continental Congress on this day in 1775. https://www.history.com//jefferson-elected-to-the-continen

On March 16, 1751, James Madison, drafter of the Constitution, recorder of the Constitutional Convention, author of the Federalist Papers and fourth president of the United States, is born on a plantation in Virginia. Continental Commons will be an 18th century colonial village of restaurants, shops, inn, and a living museum. Located near the corner of Route 9 and Interstate 84, it is a spot long considered the gateway to Fishkill and historic Dutchess County. At Continental Commons, your experience will transport you on an incredible journey back in time as you take part in life during the American Revolution at the Fishkill Supply Depot during the American Revolutionary War. https://www.history.com//father-of-the-constitution-is-bor

Women played critical roles in the American Revolution and subsequent War for Independence. #IWD https://www.history.org//e/volume7/nov08/women_revarmy.cfm