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APA, DEC remind shoreowners of regulations By Chris Morris denpubs@denpubs.com RAY BROOK — The Adirondack Park Agency and state Department of Environmental Conservation are urging shoreowners and contractors to consult with either agency before undertaking any construction within shoreline setback areas. In a release issued last week, both APA and DEC officials reminded property owners that the construction, expansion or replacement of any shoreline structure without the necessary permits is grounds for fines. Those changes include
the installation of seawalls, riprap, docks, cribs and boathouses. DEC Region Five Director Betsy Lowe said healthy shorelines are a valuable natural feature of the Adirondacks. “The application of appropriate standards for shoreline structures protects the aesthetic character of our landscape as well as associated habitats for a variety of wildlife,” Lowe said. Dave Winchell is a spokesman for the DEC. He noted that erosion can occur if someone undertakes a project without taking the appropriate steps beforehand. Additionally, Winchell said some shoreline projects restrict animals from
moving from the water to the land. “One of the big concerns we have is a lot of people want to put up those vertical concrete walls as shoreline protection, and that prevents animals from moving in and out of the water,” Winchell said. “You can develop shoreline protection projects that still provide habitat for aquatic animals that live right on the water ’s edge.” APA Chairman Curt Stiles said keeping up with regulatory changes will prevent property owners from incurring penalties and fines.
See REGULATIONS, page 4
Martino chosen APA executive director By Matt Bosley matt@denpubs.com RAY BROOK — The Adirondack Park Agency has hired a new executive director: Terry deFranco Martino. Martino, who has spent the past 23 years working for the Adirondack North Country Association, will take the administrative post effective Aug. 12. “Terry Martino brings an incredibly rich background and understanding of the Adirondack Park, its people and its Terry Martino needs,” said APA Chairman Curtis Stiles in a news release July 10. “We are extremely fortunate to have someone with Terry’s established management abilities, leadership skills and demonstrated success in the key leadership position at the Agency.” A resident of Onchiota, Martino has been executive director of ANCA since 1991, managing the regional nonprofit that focuses on maintaining economically viable communities, environmental stewardship, and protecting a rural quality of life. “Throughout my career I have recognized the tremendous value of balancing economic and community development with environmental stewardship inside the Park,” said Martino. Her work at ANCA included oversight of personnel, programs and finances with annual budgets ranging from $600,000 to 2.5 million dollars. She also developed partnerships with other local organizations and municipalities, providing administrative support to initiatives such as the Common Ground Alliance. The APA said Martino has also been instrumental in securing and managing millions of dollars in investment in the Adirondack North Country including; USDA Forest Service Ice Storm Recovery Program, Scenic Byways Marketing Programs, USDA Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative and the Heifer Project International. Martino also played a role in helping Saranac Lake to obtain status as an All-American City. She recently served as program director for the Adirondack Park Regional Assessment Project and as director for CBN Connect, an agency heavily involved in bringing new communications infrastructure to the Adirondack region. “We look forward to Terry’s expertise and proven leadership abilities in moving forward important public policy
See MARTINO, page 4
Village of Saranac Lake Mayor Thomas Michael (left) was the judge at the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s second annual Boat Parade on Lake Flower July 4. First place went to Tom Lockwood with his Hawaii-themed boat. Winning Honorable Mention was Emily Fogarty’s boat, seen here, which was filled with youth impersonating various American icons. Photo courtesy of SLACC
Elvis concert to highlight car show TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce’s 17th annual Antique & Classic Car Show will have a new element this summer. A concert by local Elvisimpersonator Jim Cawley will kick off the show. “The King in Concert – An Elvis Tribute” starring Cawley will be performed Saturday, Aug. 1, at the EMA in Ticonderoga at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Call 585-6619 for additional information or to buy tickets. The car show weekend kicks off Saturday with a poker run starting at 12:30 p.m. at Adam’s Rib Restaurant. Throughout the afternoon, the Ticonderoga Farmers’ Market will be offering a variety of produce and assorted goods, all lo-
cally grown and produced. Cawley’s Elvis Tribute caps off the evening. Sunday, Aug. 2, the Ticonderoga car show – a Super Wheels qualifying show – runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Bicentennial Park. More than 300 antique and classic vehicles will be on display. Food and entertainment will be available throughout the day, as will music, games, prizes and more. There will be over 100 trophies awarded in 35 different classes. The cost to register a vehicle is $10 in advance or $12 at the gate. The event is free for spectators. Go online at www.ticonderogany.com/carshow.htm l or call 585-6619 for more information.
“The King in Concert – An Elvis Tribute” starring Jim Cawley, will be performed Saturday,Aug. 1, at the EMA in Ticonderoga at 7 p.m.Tickets are on sale for $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Call 585-6619 for information or to buy tickets.