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ORDA defends losses, citing investments, economic impact Recent investments added Belleayre, Conference Center at Lake Placid and important road work, repairs at Veteran’s Memorial Highway
Infrastructure investments have successfully maintained winter sport facilities built in 1932 and in 1980. But additions in the past five years are building into a yearround slate of attractions. Recent reporting in the Times Union counted losses on ORDA’s books at near $19 million for each of the past three years. But in a wider angle view, ORDA’s 2015-16 annual report By Kim Dedam suggests over $180 million have been invested in its venues kim@suncommunitynews.com in the last 35 years, funds drawing from resources beyond just ticket sales to include: “capital appropriations, grants, the LAKE PLACID — Counting fiscal losses annually in mil- Winter Sports Trust Fund and the Olympic Training Fund.” lions is an ongoing shift of improving and adding venues for Asked to respond to the operating losses, ORDA CEO and President Ted Blazer defended New York’s Olympic hub. the Olympic Regional Development Authority.
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ELIZABETHTOWN — Historians are looking for any suffragist memorabilia that might remain tucked in attics or among family collections. Cards, photos, clothing, banners, tickets, shoes — really any item that relates to the marches women made 100 years ago to gain the right to vote. Kim Dedam Ratified in 1920, the 19th amendment Writer allowed women to enter the ballot booth for the first time. It was a hard fought effort started years prior. And the Adirondack History Museum is planning an exhibit to mark the centennial of the women’s suffrage movement in New York State, according to museum spokeswoman Whitney Jackson. “The Essex County Historical Society is planning an exhibit which will highlight the role and the accomplishments of Ad-
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suffragistsÊ Centennial celebration of women’s right to vote will be statewide this summer, Adirondack History Museum readies for its contribution
“Since its inception, ORDA has successfully hosted more than 300 major national and international events – including numerous world championships and world cups,” Blazer told the Sun. “We are also responsible for infusing over $120,000,000 ($120 million) of economic impact to the communities we serve. We are proud of the fact that we have contributed to successfully maintaining Lake Placid’s status as a world class host of elite sporting competitions.” Annually, he said, ORDA strives to be a primary economic catalyst to both the Adirondack and Catskill regions. “And we are thankful for the Governor’s continued support
Three women sit outside during conference convened by National Woman’s Party, National Council in Westport, New York in 1924. Retrieved from the Library of Congress.
Bridge upgrades on tap for Olympic Region, Newcomb and Saranac in Clinton County By Pete DeMola
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irondack women and men who played an important role in the state and national movement.” Titled Adirondack Suffragists, the exhibit will look to details from the local effort. “In the early 1900’s, suffragists’ presence in our communities brought attention to the growing political movement,” Jackson said via email. “Despite the rural and isolated nature of the Adirondacks, women and men from the area played an important role in the success of the movement. Essex County is the home of Inez Milholland, the famed suffragist known for leading parades on a white horse.” Milholland spent summer’s on her family’s farm at Meadowmount in Lewis. The icon fell ill at a rally in California, having traveling extensively to marches all around the country. >> See EXHIBIT | pg. 15
ELIZABETHTOWN — Several local bridges are slated to be replaced this year as part of state programs designed to beef up the region’s critical infrastructure. Essex County has landed $2.5 million to repair the Campsite Road in Newcomb as part of a $1 billion state program. Essex County Deputy Highway Superintendent Jim Dougan said replacing that structure is top priority, in part, due to its proximity to Boreas Ponds, the new swath of state land now open to recreational usage. At the far end of this bridge is a state-owned campground, and officials expect visitation will increase once the state determines how the land will be classified for recreational usage. A proposed transformation of Frontier Town into a regional travel hub will also lead to increased use of those facilities. “With all the work that some of you gentlemen have done >> See BRIDGES | pg. 18
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Indian athletes denied visas to world snowshoe championships At least two athletes have been denied entry to U.S. following travel ban By Pete DeMola
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SARANAC LAKE — At least two athletes from India have had their travel visas denied for the upcoming 2017 World Snowshoe Championships in Saranac Lake. “Only this team, only these two athletes,” said Saranac Lake Mayor Clyde Rabideau. A team of 15 from India had been scheduled to compete at the event, scheduled for Feb. 24-25 in Saranac Lake. The two affected are from Kashmir, the region between Afghanistan, China and Pakistan. Rabideau made the announcement on Facebook Tuesday morning, sharing a correspondence with Abid Khan, who said he just returned from the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. All of his documents were in order, he said, including letters from the World Snowshoe Federation, a support letter from Rabideau and documents detailing his financial background. No documents were missing, he said. “After returning she said, ‘Sorry, due to our current policy, we can’t issue your visa,’” according to the post.
At least two athletes from India scheduled to participate in the 2017 World Snowshoe Championships in Saranac Lake next month have been denied their visas. Mayor Clyde Rabideau is concerned the athletes have been unfairly ensnared in President Trump’s travel ban. Pictured above: Tanveer Hussain, Umer Nabi, Lenore Elizabeth Marcuson, Rand Snyder, Chloe Mattilio and Matty Ice Leichty enjoy the outdoors in Vezza d’Oglio, Italy while preparing for the 2016 Snowshoe World Championships.
The number of affected visitors could increase, said Rabideau, because no other team members have yet applied for their documents. “They haven’t notified me of their application yet,” he said. “These were the first two to apply out of that five-person contingent.”
Ten other athletes from the team said they would not be participating. Rabideau met and bonded with the team last year in Vezza d’Oglio, Italy. President Trump signed an executive order last week temporarily banning travel from Iran, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. India is not on that list. The state department has issued travel advisories to India in the past. But no such advisory exists at present, according to the U.S. State Department. Rabideau contacted U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand early Tuesday morning. “Those two ought to be able to dig in and find out,” he said. Rabideau said this is the first time this has happened in his experience while hosting world-class athletic events. “It’s very challenging not to speculate,” Rabideau said. Paul Smiths Athletic Director Jim Tucker also expressed his disappointment. “What a potential way to provide some cultural enrichment for our community,” he wrote on Facebook, “denied by the United States government.” Over 150 athletes from 15 nations are slated to participate in the event. NEWS IN BRIEF
Legion to sponsor special service, Feb. 5 ELIZABETHTOWN — Unit 551 American Legion Auxillary will sponsor the visit of Four Champlains on Sunday, Feb. 5 at 12:30 p.m. The service will take place at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Westport. Lunch will be provided by the Auxillary members following the service. Father Vincent Flynn will open with the invocation followed by a welcome from Auxillary President Kim Matthews. James Dawson, Post 551 American Legion member and former JAGG officer, will speak on the Geneva Convention.
Au Sable Forks Fire Volunteer Fire Department to host community breakfast AU SABLE FORKS — On Sunday, Feb. 5 from 8 - 11 a.m., the fire department will be serving scrambled eggs, eggs cooked to order, home fries, bacon, sausage, and much more.
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Stefanik: Trump travel ban ‘rushed and overly broad’ North Country lawmaker has joined the chorus of officials critical of sweeping executive order more By Pete DeMola
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PLATTSBURGH — Following President Trump’s executive order banning citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the U.S, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-Willsboro) has called the directive “rushed and overly broad.” “Our first role as the federal government is to protect our national security and I believe we need to work in Congress to reform and strengthen our visa vetting process,” Stefanik wrote Sunday morning on Facebook. “However, I oppose President Trump’s rushed and overly broad Executive Order.” Critics have said the ban unfairly targets Muslims, bars duel citizens and fails to address the countries that are the primary source of terror attacks. Stefanik said while sitting on the House Armed Services Committee, she has advocated for Iraqis and Afghans who have served “side by side as our allies to be prioritized to access visas.” The order ensnared a former Iraqi translator for the U.S. Army, who was held for 18 hours at JFK on Saturday despite having a valid visa. “It is Congress’ role to write our immigration laws and I strongly urge the President to work with Congress moving forward as we reform our immigration system to strengthen our homeland security,” Stefanik said. Since it was announced last week, the order has caused confusion at airports across the country, with many green card holders reportedly denied re-entry to the U.S. Stefanik is one of the first Republican lawmakers to sound off against the order, which would ban visitors from the affected countries for at least 90 days. A second order has prohibited the resettlement of refugees for at least four months. Following her criticism, a number of GOP senators also stepped forward in condemning the policy, including Senators Lindsay Graham and John McCain. TRUMP RESPONDS Following waves of criticism, the administration later walked
back elements of the policy and clarified green card holders would be allowed access back into the country following security checks. “To be clear, this is not about a Muslim ban, as the media is falsely reporting,” Trump said in a statement. “This is not about religion - this is about terror and keeping our country safe.” “We will again be issuing visas to all countries once we are sure we have reviewed and implemented the most secure policies over the next 90 days.” Reuters reported on Monday that the Department of Homeland Security struggled to “interpret and implement” the order over the weekend. SUNY SITUATION The State University of New York said on Sunday 320 students are affected by the executive order — including two at SUNY Plattsburgh. “SUNY is reviewing President Trump’s executive order and surveying its campuses to determine the impact it may have on our students, faculty, and staff both abroad and at home on our 64 college and university campuses,” said SUNY Board Chairman H. Carl McCall and Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher in a statement. “SUNY leadership and university police will do all we can, within the law, to support any students, faculty, and staff affected by the Executive Order,” read the statement. “In the meantime, we recommend suspending travel plans to the countries included, and urge individuals affected to keep in contact with their campus Office of International Student and Scholar Services.” CUOMO OFFERS HELP Protests spread to at least 30 cities nationwide Sunday, with demonstrations unfolding at Albany International Airport and Hancock International in Syracuse. Gov. Andrew Cuomo said at least 5,000 gathered at JFK International Airport on Saturday to protest the measures. Cuomo directed the Port Authority, the state Department of State and his counsel’s office to jointly explore “all legal options” to assist anyone detained at the state’s airports, and ensure that their rights are being protected. “What specifically do they violate in order, is that part legal,
and where do you see the part violated the order?” Cuomo said Sunday at a news conference in Manhattan. Cuomo said his counsel would personally offer legal advice to those detained, and set up a confidential hotline for friends and family members to call for info: 1-888-769-7243. “That analysis, and the interpretation of facts, is what people need help with,” he said. Federal authorities have put a “chokehold” on info, said Pat Foye, executive director of the Port Authority. Following an apparent attack on a hijab-wearing JFK airline worker last week, the governor also said he will propose legislation this week that would make assaulting airport workers a felony in New York. “It’s a rash of intolerance, of racism, of bigotry that is all across the country,” Cuomo said. Under current law, on-the-job assaults against transit employees are considered Class D felonies, but airport workers are not included in that designation. “This new law will remove any ambiguity and explicitly include airport workers among those whom an assault against would result in increased penalties,” according to materials provided by the governor’s office. Cuomo said he would work with the state Assembly and Senate to ensure the legislation, known as the Transportation Worker Protection Act, would be passed “expeditiously.” U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand have also objected to the ban, and both attended protests on Sunday. New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman joined 15 additional state attorney generals, all Democrats, in condemning the order, which they called “unconstitutional and un-American” in a joint statement. The American Civil Liberties Union filed a motion in a New York City courtroom on Saturday, and the judge blocked part of the order. But the reprieve is expected only to be temporary. “We are confident the executive order will be ultimately struck down by the courts,” read the statement from Schneiderman. “In the meantime, we are committed to working to ensure that as few people as possible suffer from the chaotic situation that it has created.” The North Country has seen a groundswell of activism since Trump, a Republican, was elected in November. Protesters have demonstrated in Saranac Lake, Keene and Plattsburgh this month, with at least 100 demonstrating against the Dakota Pipeline at Trinity Park on Saturday.
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Cycle Adirondacks to see stop in Saranac Lake Weeklong event to pair educational efforts with economic boost to local communities By Pete DeMola
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SCHROON LAKE — A cycling event that takes participants through Adirondack communities on a weeklong trek in late August will see riders beginning and ending their journey in Schroon Lake this year. “We’re extremely excited,” said Tammy Whitty-Brown, executive director of the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce. “By Aug. 15, we kind of feel the plug is pulled on our tourism.” Cycle Adirondacks will also see guests staying overnight in Saranac Lake and Keene Valley, which organizers have dubbed as hub communities for the event. The Wildlife Conservation Society, the trek’s organizer, said the bicycling trip was an “innovative new model” for creating low-impact tourism opportunities while also bolstering local economies. “Year after year, our guests have raved about the time they spend in our communities and we’ve listened,” said Zoe Smith, director of WCS’ Adirondack Program. The new format, Smith said, is designed to provide more ride distances and options, more off-bike activities and less packing up and moving. Last year’s route started and finished in Hadley-Lake Luzerne, and included overnight stops in Ticonderoga, Keeseville, Saranac Lake, Indian Lake and Northville, where guests enjoyed local food, live music and other amenities in those communities. This year, participants can pedal as few as three days or as many as six. On the days where the tour doesn’t move between towns, guests will have the ability to choose short or long ride distances. They may also choose to take a day off in favor of other activities, including hiking, canoeing, browsing shops or restaurants. The Wild Center, for instance, will be a featured activity on Aug. 24 when the tour stops in Saranac Lake. ECONOMIC IMPACT Three-hundred cyclists from 35 states participated in last year’s 404-mile trek. While the total economic impact of the event has not been calculated — including lodging and other expenditures — contracts with regional vendors clocked in at $300,000 last year, said organizers. Guests this year can choose from three lodging opportunities. While riders have the option of pitching tents — space for base camps has been allotted at Schroon Lake Central, Keene Central and Petrova Elementary in Saranac Lake — the most
popular option is a tent service that provides “glamping,” or prearranged luxury camping. Another option allows guests to book overnight stays at local lodging accommodations. Most local bed and breakfasts in Schroon Lake are on board with the concept, said Whitty-Brown. “We’re going to try to keep them in the village as long as possible, that’s our goal,” she said of the riders. Town Supervisor Mike Marnell said the town could use a shot in the arm as the season winds down. “Anytime you bring 350-400 people in, it’ll be good,” Marnell said. “It should be a good boost for the economy.” EDUCATIONAL ELEMENT For over 20 years, WCS has been facilitating science and community-based conservation programs in the region. Cycle Adirondacks is essentially a way to showcase the work the agency is doing in the field while aiding local economies. “There’s no better way to connect to the work WCS is doing than traveling on a bicycle at 12 miles an hour,” said Doug Haney, an organizer. Net profits are invested back into planning efforts and to support the organization’s programing. The debut installment took participants through Raquette Lake in 2015. Smith recalled showing riders the tiny hamlet carved out of the wilderness and the natural landscape. As the group cycled by, loons preened for their audience. “That was a great opportunity to really show that there are people living here, and wilderness, and how important this is,” Smith said. Also on the agenda is discussing how broader trends like ENGAGEMENTS
Rebecca White and Kalob Drollette WESTPORT — Mr. and Mrs. Thomas and Debra White of Westport are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Rebecca Sue White, to Kalob Michael Drollette, son of Mr. Scott Drollette of Plattsburgh and Mrs. Jill Besaw of Altona. Rebecca is a 2009 graduate of Westport Central School and a 2012 graduate of Hudson Valley Community College and is currently employed by Essex County Department of Social Services in Elizabethtown. Kalob is a 2009 graduate of Saranac Central School and is currently the Business Manager at Bailey Motor Company in Malone. A June 2017 wedding is planned at the Rainbow Banquet Hall in Altona.
Cycle Adirondacks, which bills itself as a premiere cycling event, will see riders stopping off in Schroon Lake, Keene Valley and Saranac Lake in this year’s installment, scheduled for Aug. 19 to 25. Photo provided via Cycle Adirondacks
climate change will affect the landscape of the Adirondack Park. The event has scored high marks from Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism, the agency that spearheads the region’s tourism promotion efforts. “By providing an extraordinary, authentic experience for participants,” said CEO James McKenna, “the event has not only supported the efforts of the Wildlife Conservation Society in our region, but has elevated awareness of the welcoming communities, the gorgeous landscape and the outstanding road cycling opportunities available all across the Adirondacks.” Now in its third year, Cycle Adirondacks is scheduled for Aug. 19 to 25.
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Rep. Elise Stefanik joins Climate Solutions Caucus Lawmaker is among new recruits for bipartisan group crafting legislation to combat climate change By Pete DeMola
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-Willsboro) has joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers seeking to combat climate change. The mission of the Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus is to “educate members on economically-viable options to reduce climate risk and to explore bipartisan policy options that address the impacts, causes, and challenges of our changing climate,” according to the lawmaker’s office. Stefanik joined the caucus last week, joining roughly two dozen lawmakers. “New York’s 21st district is the proud home of the Adirondacks and we understand that protecting our environment plays an important role in promoting economic growth and opportunity,” Stefanik said in a statement. Stefanik joins Reps. Don Beyer (VA-08), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08), Mia Love (UT-04), and Brian Mast (FL-18) as the caucus’ newest members. Rep. Carlos Curbelo, the committee’s co-chair, hailed the diversity of the group and said the caucus has “gained great momentum” just weeks into the 115th Congress. “We have a lot of work to do on this issue, and communities like mine in South Florida are counting on us to come together and have productive discussions about what we can
United Way introduces health e-directory
PLATTSBURGH — A new online resource is available to help Clinton County residents and their healthcare providers find programs focusing on different aspects of health improvement. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) has collaborated with United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. to create a directory of health improvement and lifestyle change programs. The directory is housed on the existing Adirondack Region 2-1-1 website (211adk.org), serving Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties. By clicking a new icon on the ADK 2-1-1 site, labeled Health Improvement Programs, users will be directed to a separate portal. The purpose of the directory is to provide a comprehensive database that can be easily searched by local residents, allowing them to find and enroll in programs that meet their needs, and by healthcare providers seeking programs to which they can refer patients. Program sub-categories are physical activity, obesity prevention, mental health, parenting, chronic disease management, diabetes management, arthritis management and weight management. Programs not fitting these sub-categories will continue to be listed on the main ADK 2-1-1 website. The portal is designed to grow as additional healthy lifestyle options become available to county residents. In addition to Health Improvement Program entries, specific scheduled activities will be listed in a Google calendar on the portal’s main page, allowing users to easily view opportunities. This is an especially useful tool for communicating single activities or activities that take place over a limited time period. United Way Executive Director CEO, John Bernardi noted that “addition of specific programs aimed at improving resident’s health by linking them to specific programs provides added value to the community.” The portal is intended to be a comprehensive resource. Reaching that goal will require that organizations share information about their program offerings. Clinton County Health Department is currently responsible for collecting and maintaining the portal’s information. All organizations with suitable programs they wish to see included should contact Allison Taylor at 565-4993 or complete a data entry form at surveymonkey.com/r/211HIP.
Sweetheart dance slated Feb. 11 WESTPORT — The Westport Heritage House will host a sweetheart dance on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 7-9:30 p.m. Cover charge is $5 each. For more information, call Medara at 7954280.
Free-throw competition on tap AU SABLE FORKS — Knights of Columbus Council #2301 will sponsor a youth free-throw competition on Sunday, Feb. 12. All boys and girls ages 9 - 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition, to be held at the Holy Name Center gymnasium at 12 p.m. Winners of the local competition will advance to the district championship immediately after.
do to mitigate the effects of climate change and make our nation more resilient,” said Curbelo. “I’m looking forward to working with them and the rest of the caucus on solutions that will protect our environment and unleash a new era of American innovation,” he said. FAST-PACED WEEK The announcement came during President Trump’s actionpacked first week in office. Trump, a Republican, signed a series of wide-ranging executive orders, including a travel ban on seven Muslim-majority nations, authorizing construction of the Keystone Pipeline and withdrawing from the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The Trump administration also instructed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to freeze awarding grants and contracts. According to the Washington Post, the move could affect state-led climate research and localized efforts to improve air and water quality. The administration also issued a communications freeze on the agency, among others, prohibiting personnel from sharing taxpayer-funded research. While the White House has said this is standard procedure during changes in administrations, the decision led to the creation of dozens of so-called “rogue Twitter accounts” of science and national park agencies seeking to circumvent what they perceive to be a media blackout. Also this week in climate news: For the first time in its 70-year history, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ Science and Security Board has moved the hands of their so-
Rep. Stefanik (R-Willsboro) has joined the Climate Solutions Caucus, a bipartisan group of lawmakers seeking to find solutions for climate change. File photo
called Doomsday Clock 30 seconds closer to midnight, citing Trump’s positions on nuclear weapons and climate change for their reasoning. A Stefanik spokesman did not respond for comment on the EPA changes, nor did the spokesman elaborate on possible legislation being drafted by the Climate Solutions Caucus.
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had the privilege last week to attend Governor Cuomo’s meeting in Plattsburgh, one of many meetings he is holding around the state, stumping for support of his 2017 budget proposal. The Governor’s theme is a strong one that should resonate favorably with Upstate, middle class families who he acknowledges have been ignored over the years in favor of downstate. The Governor stated in plain and simple language, “Upstate Matters. Taxpayers Matter. People Matter.” This Governor has put our money where his mouth is and it’s clear he realizes the recent national election results demonstrated the people’s desire for change and accountable spending across all government entities. There is no doubt that Mr. Cuomo’s agenda, if he can successfully pull it off, builds a strong platform for a future presidential run, but more importantly will be the way government responds not only to his state spending plans but those involved in federal spending as well. To pass his budget the Governor is asking all New Yorkers for help persuading their state representative’s support on six key issues: 1. Extend the Millionaire Tax set to expire this year to fund a Middle Class tax cut. 2. Carve $165,000 million out of the $30 billion spent on education to cover the cost of a state college education for families earning less than $125,000 per year. 3. Extend another round of support for the Regional Economic Development Councils. 4. Fund the economic tourism expenditures affecting Frontier Town,Whiteface and Gore. 5. Pass a property tax cut plan. 6. Stand up to the large pharmacy firms and escalating costs on pharmacy drugs by capping the increases. In a budget projected to cost $152.3 billion what the Governor is proposing is a redistribution of funds to enhance growth, attract outside investment, lessen the burden on those already overburdened and invest in the future of the New York State. I’m no financial genius, but asking a state government that at one time spent more money than New York workers earned isn’t a bad idea, nor is asking them to respectfully spend those funds like it is their personal funds is just simple common sense; Something that has clearly escaped those in government. The big question is this; how do we get politics out of government and make government accountable to the people? That‘s the message I heard from the Governor and it’s a message I think we can all agree needs addressed. Dan Alexander may be reached at dan@suncommunitynews.com.
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hings are moving here in the North Country. A dizzying array of projects are being funded through private and public partnerships, and it seems like not a day goes by without another announcement of some type of large-scale state investment here in the region. For instance, Plattsburgh International Airport will see a $43 million upgrade, transforming the facility into an international travel hub. Whiteface and Gore Mountains will see up to $20 million, which the state hopes can be leveraged with up to $80 million in private investment. The proposed Gateway to the Adirondacks in North Hudson will receive up to $32 million in state investment, transforming a deteriorating theme park into a world-class destination. And there are the competitions, of which Gov. Andrew Cuomo appears to be quite fond, an alphabet soup of acronyms — The DRI, URI, REDC and the UAECRC. Money for bridges, roads, tunnels and arts programs — it’s all pouring out from the state’s golden tap, and all with the same underlying theme: World-class. We like thinking big. Localities should strike while the iron is hot and make the arts a central part of their planning efforts. Here’s why: This massive build-up in infrastructure across the state is tailored with another trend at the micro level — local revitalization efforts. Towns across the region are all engaged in urban planning and smart growth concepts. From Champlain to Elizabethtown, Plattsburgh and Glens Falls, both of whom are working on their Downtown Revitalization Initiatives, each are
drafting roadmaps for the future. And each contain a central question: How to make our downtowns more livable, vibrant and attractive to newcomers and businesses? Several communities have zeroed in on the arts as a magnet. That’s a great idea and one that has multiple benefits. Numerous economic impact studies have revealed the arts are economic drivers in Adirondack communities, generating spending, tourism and scoring high on the lists of reasons why people choose to relocate here. Placing a premium on these concepts would help localities zero in on the type of state and federal grant funding that would really help projects in their communities. One idea: Centralized performing arts spaces for not only live performances, but mixed-use studio space for artists and musicians. Doing so would attract both young people and provide anchors. They would spark a new flicker of life. And they may even help repurpose underutilized or abandoned buildings. We’ve written before about the need for performing arts spaces in the region. Since we first floated the concept last fall, at least one has closed, extinguishing a bright light in a landscape struggling to remain relevant on the pop cultural radar. Localities are on the right track with these planning efforts. We encourage them to keep an eye on the arts. The Sun Community News Editorial Board is comprised of Dan Alexander, John Gereau and Pete DeMola. We want to hear from you. Drop us a line on our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter, to share your thoughts.
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RailÊ ExplorersÊ anÊ economicÊ engine To the Editor: As we’re all aware, the state’s decision to remove the railroad infrastructure between the villages of Tupper Lake and Lake Placid has been divisive in the North Country. My group, “Working Together Saranac Lake (and Beyond),” looks to find common ground on controversial issues in our community and help divided interests come together for the benefit of all. One such effort to find commonality was our recent project to collect letters of appreciation for Rail Explorers USA, the sustainable tourism rail bike company that operated in Saranac Lake, Lake Clear, and Tupper Lake and brought 37,000 customers, the majority of whom were new visitors, to our economically challenged region in just two seasons. We received 33 heartfelt letters from local businesses, regional tourism and economic development organizations, and Franklin County adopted a resolution expressing their gratitude. Most of these can be viewed at goo.gl/5gu5oP. All agree that the economic impact of this creative sustainable tourism business was immense, and, as such, recognition was something that diverse interests could get behind. Rail Explorers has been an innovative, human-powered economic engine for our area. They are rated No. 1 on TripAdvisor for “Outdoor Activities” in both Saranac Lake and the entire Adirondacks; they are a minority womanowned business and, in 2016, had 36 employees — 28 of whom worked an average of 40 hours per week. This creative business was able to find a new, sustainable use for existing infrastructure, and then market the experience to visitors of all ages and abilities from all over the world. It is just the kind of economic development we wish for in Northern NY. The letters we collected and the Franklin County resolution demonstrate how a “rising tide” business can have a positive impact on all sectors. I think the letters and resolution also are very meaningful to Rail Explorers as they deliberate the uncertain future of their business in the Adirondacks despite
their vocational and personal desire to stay here.
Sunita Halasz Saranac Lake
AMVETSÊ victimÊ of Ê vandalismÊ followingÊ TrumpÊ inauguration To the Editor: We here at American Veterans National Headquarters in Lanham, Md., are shocked, outraged, and ultimately disappointed to be targeted by vandals, who’ve caused thousands of dollars in property damage to our employees in an apparent retaliation against our participation in the president’s inaugural parade. Ever since AMVETS participated in the parade to raise awareness for veterans issues, members of our staff have been targeted with hateful and menacing e-mails, telephone calls and social media comments all expressing anger over the misconception that AMVETS’s presence in the parade was a partisan act. This off-putting vitriol toward our organization and its people were capped off this week by the repeated and deliberate distribution of hundreds of screws and nails in our parking lot, vandalism that has done damage to 10 employee vehicles and an AMVETS truck used to support veterans job centers nationwide. Although these acts of vandalism against veterans were clearly motivated by a misguided sense of political dissatisfaction, AMVETS certainly understands that crimes targeted at veterans do not typify the values or beliefs of any political party in particular. I’d like everyone to note that AMVETS requested to participate in the parade a month before the election even took place. As a completely non-partisan organization, you can expect AMVETS to continue representing and advocating for the interests of veterans and their families to the best of our abilities, regardless of who is elected president or how many screws or nails we find in our tires. Harold Chapman AMVETS National Commander
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NoÊ economyÊ withoutÊ environment To the Editor: Representative Dan Stec was quoted in an article published on Jan. 14: “I think we need to strike a balance between the environment and the economy everywhere in the world.” He is not alone, alas, in thinking this way, but I will use his statement to make a point. We don’t “strike a balance” between breathing and, say, eating. Or between drinking and putting a coat on when it is cold. We actually have little to say about these things; the “environment” surrounds us, sustaining our life. It is quite simply where we live. It trumps (excuse the term) everything else – not by our choice, but because it simply is. So the environment is not “ours” to balance with anything. It is not a park, or a set of trees, or a polar bear, or fish. Those may be certain manifestations of the environment, as are human beings. But they are not the whole. There is no economy without environment. Therefore economic health is totally predicated on environmental health. I have a button from the 90s. A guy at a podium is saying to a bewildered looking audience member: “What you environmentalists have got to understand is the destruction of the planet may be the price we have to pay for a healthy economy.” That is a perspective that comes from suggesting a “balance.” Katharine Preston, Essex
Terrorist attacks and tough economic times tempt us to rethink these ideals — to question those who are unlike us and find them suspect, to build walls and block neighbors, and to wrap ourselves around those we care about and let no one else in — even if it means blocking those who are most at-risk, refugees from war-torn nations. But should we, the grandsons and granddaughters of immigrants, forget the nation’s ideals, the stories of our own families’ and the world’s history and choose to treat the immigrant, the foreign-born, the person whose skin is a different color or whose religion is different from our own as less than equal? Or do we remember the lessons of history, Jews fleeing Nazi terror blocked from U.S. entry or Japanese-Americans locked in internment camps, and choose to do better. The choice is ours to make. As a church whose first principle is honoring the worth and dignity of all, we call on our leaders to rescind the president’s ban. We hope that others will join together with us to ask our government to make the right choice – the one that will honor our ancestors and our nation’s principles and makes us all a better people. Let’s be America, the brave. From the Standing on the Side of Love Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, signed: Michelle Ouellette, Mary Dufort, Julia Giltz, Jeff Hornibrook, Ursula Jones, Donna Kelly, Nancy Lewin, Kris Lutters, Jo Ellen Miano, Arlene Morrissey, Mary-Alice Shemo, Kathy Sajor, Diana Wardell, Tina Welch, Annette Wells Plattsburgh
UseÊ of Ê languageÊ inappropriate FreeÊ speechÊ isÊ notÊ anÊ impeachableÊ offence.Ê Yet. To the Editor:
Shame on you for the language in Pete DeMola’s latest reporting on the sad situation at a home in Willsboro. The articles written about this situation have been filled with insensitivity and innuendo. The latest being the tossed-off casual phrase “the occupant of the home remains shacked up at a local motel.” While your writer may offer an excuse for using this term to describe the plight of the occupant, it seems reflective of his view of this person and the unfortunate situation. Perhaps you should look up what the major definitions of this term are. A simpler and effective phrase should have said “remains housed” but “shacked up”? Really? Obviously in a town the size of Willsboro, many people would know who and where this problem occurred. People talk after all. Still, there really is no good reason to print the address and location of the property, than to evidently make sure people knew exactly who it was. Another conscious or sub-conscious branding of a situation and a person. To print that information and also say that privacy laws prevent us from printing the name, is a bit naive, at best, and mean-spirited at worst. I think your paper can do better than this. Maynard Nelson, Willsboro
EtownÊ LibraryÊ appreciativeÊ of Ê communityÊ forÊ support To the Editor: On behalf of the Elizabethtown Library Association Director and Board of Trustees, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the communities of Lewis and Elizabethtown, the library volunteers, its patrons and donors. Your collective support sustains our presence and energizes our purpose. In 2016, over 5,500 people visited the small, gray building by the Boquet River, adding to its heritage of being a “circulating” library since 1884. While our facility and computers have been updated thanks to generous gifts, our goal of providing open access to information and services remains unchanged. Please stop in — see for yourself how much the library has grown and how many resources it offers. Kathleen White Elizabethtown Library Association
ClosingÊ doorÊ toÊ refugeesÊ isÊ abandoningÊ ourÊ ideals To the Editor: Emma Lazarus’s words have echoed in our nation’s psyche for more than 100 years: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” As a nation, we have taken pride in those words. How many of our grandparents or grandparent’s parents were among those huddled masses, yearning for a land where all were equal and free to pursue better lives for themselves and their children.
To the Editor: I agree with Tim Sherman (Letter to the Editor, The Valley News Sun, Jan. 28 edition, “Democrats should live with new best buddies in Cuba”) that Democrats should stop whining about the election results and certainly, the violence is not to be condoned. On the other hand, this was not a typical election. We now have a president of questionable personal and business morals modeling himself on the playbook of an authoritarian autocrat; and the question of voter fraud, unsubstantiated, in Detroit is qualitatively different from a foreign government hacking into our election process with the goal of influencing its outcome. Since Mr. Sherman seems to doubt the veracity of our intelligence agencies’ claims on this subject, does that mean, broadly speaking, that just as Democrats are whiners, Republicans are deniers? By the way, Mr. Sherman, the concern over ballot count in Detroit was raised by the Green Party, not the Democrats. I still cling to the old-fashioned notion that there are such things as facts. Now we have a new president. Congressmen (and congresswomen) who chose to boycott the inauguration, if anything, were exercising their right to free speech. Their action had nothing to do with respect for the inaugural process, as Mr. Sherman claims, and everything to do with the subject of this process, the new president. Mr. Sherman calls for their impeachment. As yet, exercising one’s right to free speech is not an impeachable offense. As yet, it is not a felony. Yet. As to healthcare, I am every bit in favor if Mr. Sherman would pay for his own healthcare costs. Imagine if even 1 percent of all Americans were so inclined. Insurance premiums would plunge. Of course, I am assuming he would pick up the whole enchilada each time he needed medical attention. Or is he saying he’ll pick up the copay and let his private insurance pick up the rest. If so, he has little understanding of risk pools and how we are all on the hook for each others’ medical costs, private insurance or Obamacare notwithstanding. I ask Mr. Sherman, why stop there? Why not drop his auto insurance and homeowners insurance, as well? If he and all like-minded independent individuals dropped out of these risk pools and commit to a policy of pay-as-you-go, I guarantee premiums in these industries would drop precipitously for the rest of us poor dependent schmoes. Bob Segall Upper Jay
Trump,Ê HitlerÊ parallelsÊ Ô uncannyÕ To the Editor: Reading Volker Ullrich’s recent bio, “HITLER’S ASCENT: 1889-1939,” several uncanny parallels exist between the lives of the fuhrer and POTUS 45. Both: • Younger sons, coddled by mothers and overly disciplined by fathers; • Bright yet difficult, lazy, trouble-making students; natural leaders of gangs, like Ralph in “Lord of the Flies;” • Bigots, as in South Pacific’s “You’ve got to be carefully taught,” Hitler by the army, Trump by his father; • Stylized selves as “outsiders” — Hitler imitating Karl May’s Indian hero Winnetou; Trump, the Queenian, ex-
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Martial law to suppress alleged imaginary riots in major cities, shoot-to-kill orders to police to suppress political demonstrations, federal revision of voter registration rolls to “enforce voting rights;” World war — Hitler needed six years to arm Germany, Trump’s ready already, with a rusting stockpile of nukes; Apocalyptic defeat — this took Hitler another six years to achieve, now it’ll take Trump merely six hours; Suicide in the bunker — Hitler blew his brains out under Berlin. Where should Donald stage his exit? NYC, Mar-a-Lago, D.C., Hollywood? Dr. Anthony G. Lawrence Lake Placid
ACAÊ repealÊ willÊ bringÊ taxÊ cutsÊ forÊ theÊ rich To the Editor: Repealing the ACA (Obamacare) will result in the following: • The top 400 highest-income taxpayers — whose annual incomes average more than $300 million apiece — each would receive an average annual tax cut of about $7 million, according to estimates from Internal Revenue Service (IRS) data. • This group’s tax cut would total about $2.8 billion a year. • The roughly 160 million households with incomes below $200,000 would get nothing from the repeal of these two taxes. • Also, ACA repeal would significantly raise taxes on about 7 million low and moderate-income families due to the loss of their premium tax credits — worth an average of $4,800 in 2017 — that help them buy health coverage through the health insurance marketplaces and afford to go to the doctor when needed. The total tax cut for the top 400 is roughly the value of premium tax credits that people in the 20 smallest states and DC would lose. Rejoice! The messiah will be here on Jan. 20! Joe DeMarco Jay
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EYE ON THE ARTS
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Upcoming The Fine Arts Gallery at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts opened an exhibit featuring the unique work of artists Anastasia Osolin and Carl Rubino on Jan. 6. Osolin and Rubino are visual artists who work in a variety of mediums — primarily photography, and what has been described as “assemblages,” an agglomeration of items that form a sort of sculpture. This exhibit will be on display until Sunday, Feb. 5. Until then, you can visit the Lake Placid Center Wednesday through Saturday, from 1-5 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit lakeplacidarts.org. Adirondack Artists Guild in Saranac Lake will open their February show, “Adirondack Wildlife,” on Friday, Feb. 3. The exhibit will run through Feb. 28. The fifteen artists of the guild will include among their works representations of the theme. On Saturday afternoon, Feb. 4, the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge in Wilmington will bring two owls to the gallery from 3-4 p.m. to meet visitors. The opening reception for the show is slated for 5-7 p.m. For more information, call 8912615. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Sundays. Juneau violinist Linda Rosenthal will perform alongside Westport pianist Rose Chancler on Feb. 11. The duo will perform works by
Beethoven, Grieg, Handel, Bartok, and more. The concert is slated for 7 p.m. at the Historic Hand House in Elizabethtown. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $5 for children ages 15 and under. For more information, call 962-8899 or visit pianobynature.org. Dr. Joel Parker, associate professor of biological sciences at SUNY Plattsburgh, will speak at the Champlain Wine Company in Plattsburgh on “Death and Darwin – Why Evolution Does Not Save Us from Aging” on Monday, Feb. 6 at 5:30 p.m. This lecture kicks off the venue’s 2017 lecture series, which is scheduled for the first and third Mondays of every month through May. The next in the series is slated Monday, Feb. 20 with a presentation by Dr. Donald F. Slish on psychedelics. For more information, call 564-0064. The Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake will continue its Cabin Fever Sunday Series on Feb. 5 at 1:30 p.m. with a presentation by Brett McLeoud on homesteading. In “NeoHomesteading in the Adirondack-North Country: Crafting a More Durable Landscape,” McLeoud will dive into the history of homesteading in the Adirondacks along with his vision of neo-homesteading in the region. Admission is free for museum members, students, and children. Tickets are $5 for nonmembers. For more information, visit adkmuseum.org. On Feb. 11, Ticonderoga Elementary School will host a cupcake decorating class lead by Laura Baker. The event is slated for 1 p.m. Tickets are $18 per person and include all materials. The class will be held in collaboration with Riley’s Wishes, a local non-profit dedicated to helping sick children in Putnam, Hague and southern Essex County during the holiday season by providing gifts, cards and more. For more information on the nonprofit, visit rileyswishes.com. For more information on Baker’s class, visit ticonderogany.com.
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eene Central School will host an exhibit featuring the paintings of Pablo Picasso on Feb. 6. The exhibit will also feature works by KCS students inspired by his work. Picasso, one of the most famous Spanish artists of the 20th century, is often considered the “father of modern art.” The sixth-grade students will serve as docents from Feb. 6-10, the week the giant reproductions are on display at the school in Keene Valley. KCS students, staff and community are welcome to view the exhibit during school hours and are encouraged to plan their visit, if possible, for the times when the docents will be available. For tour times and more information, contact Peg Wilson at 576-4555 or pwilson@ keenecentralschool.org.
Across the pond: Apartment 3 to release new LP Burlington’s ArtsRiot will host the album release party for local punk troupe Apartment 3’s debut self-titled album on Feb. 4. The band will release the new record through Section Sign Records, an independent label based in Winooski. On their newest release, Apartment 3 delivers a punk rock à la Ty Segall sound — spinning moody lyrics with charged, deliberate bursts of guitar and spacious, echoing vocals. The 10 track LP is brooding, passionate and supercharged — a refreshing addition to the local punk scene. Special guests at Apartment 3’s record release show are Sleeping In — self-described as “tiny lil rock and roll gods that make big rock and roll sounds” — and Bison. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. The first performance is slated to begin at 9 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. This show is all ages. For more information, visit facebook.com/artsriot. To purchase “Apartment 3,” visit sectionsignrecords.com. Pictured right: Apartment 3. Pictured left: Linda Rosenthal. APT 3 via Facebook, ROSENTHAL © Peter Schaaf
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Essex County ordered to release voting records Auffredou: State legislature needs to review election law By Pete DeMola
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ELIZABETHTOWN — A state supreme court judge has ordered Essex County to release electronic ballot scans and cast vote records from the 2015 local elections. State Supreme Court Justice Martin Auffredou issued the order on Jan. 19 after the head of the county’s Democratic Party committee sued the county for access to the records, naming the former board of supervisors chairman and election commissioners as defendants. “This is a major victory for transparency in elections,” said Essex County Democratic Chair Bethany Kosmider in a statement. “Reviewing the ballot images recorded by the voting machines gives the public the right to verify that the voting machines are correctly recording and counting our votes.” Kosmider requested access to the records following the election. The former Crown Point supervisor did not allege fraud or other malfeasance, but rather said people had a right to examine ballots, and that copies of ballot images are not exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Law. “I wanted to look at some of the ballots I had questions about,” Kosmider said. Essex County Attorney Dan Manning denied the request on the grounds that information is immune from that criteria, and a court order was needed. Even the county’s two election commissioners disagreed. Following an unsuccessful appeal, Kosmider filed an Article 78 lawsuit in October. Under Election Law S-3222, only a judge or legislative investigatory commission can release copies of the voted ballots. In his ruling, Auffredou said the ballots could be made public once they are tabulated and filed with the board of elections. “The respondents have not demonstrated the state legislature intended to provide electronic ballot images with the same cloak of confidentiality as paper ballots,” Auffredou wrote in his decision. Auffredou said once electronic images of the voted ballots
are preserved, the likelihood that the images and related data and information can be tampered with to impact the outcome of an election becomes “remote, if not non-existent.” “As a result, in the absence of a ‘clear legislative intent to establish and preserve confidentiality of records,’ the court is constrained to conclude the electronic ballot images must be disclosed under FOIL.” The court, however, declined Kosmider’s request for the county to pick up the tab for her legal fees, and said the defendants had a “reasonable basis” to deny the FOIL request, citing their efforts to act in good faith to obtain clarity on the election law. Auffredou concluded S-3222 remains “incohesive” and should be examined by the state legislature. TAKES AWAY FINALITY Essex County Republican Party Committee Chairman Shaun Gillilland said the ruling does not change the fact that ballot requests in the future will still require a court order. “But the fact they will be released takes away the finality of an election, which is one of these things we were concerned about,” Gillilland said. While Kosmider and her counsel said the documents do not contain information that would identify voters, Gillilland said he remains wary of how that information can be used in small, rural communities. “The fairness and the privacy of elections is something you want to keep in a form that the public has confidence in,” Gililland said. In small towns, the ability of one party or a “set of partisans” to pick apart who voted “takes away from privacy and anonymity of the ballot box,” said Gillilland, who also serves as vice chair of the county board of supervisors. Gillilland said he did not see the case setting a legal precedent. “Between the fact the legal fees were not awarded and the fact it will take an order of judge to open it, I don’t think in the future we’re going to see an opening up of elections afterwards,” he said. Manning, the county attorney, declined comment for this story, citing he needed to discuss the ruling first with the Essex County Board of Supervisors. But, he said last October, current FOIL law is poorly writ-
The State Supreme Court has ordered Essex County to grant access to electronic ballot scans and cast vote records from the 2015 local elections. Pictured above: A line of voting machines awaits use at the Essex County Board of Elections in Elizabethtown. Photo by Pete DeMola
ten and contains little clarity on electronic records. New York State Board of Elections commissioners have also broken ranks, with one of the four statewide officials agreeing with the advisory opinion by Bob Freeman, executive director of the state Committee on Open Government, that the records should be released. It is unclear how much the case will cost Essex County when it comes to legal fees: Manning represented former chairman Bill Ferebee, and his costs are covered as part of his regular salary. Republican Election Commissioner Allison McGahay obtained counsel for $250 per hour. Former Democratic Election Commissioner Mark Whitney, who left office in December, also obtained outside counsel. McGahay declined comment for this article, citing a written ‘notice of entry’ hadn’t yet been filed in state court. The Essex County Board of Elections and Board of Supervisors were not named in the lawsuit. The 2015 election saw voters casting ballots in local elections across Essex County, including two county-wide races, clerk and county judge. Essex County Judge Richard Meyer defeated Brian Barrett, a Lake Placid defense attorney, in that race by about 20 percentage points, or 1,743 votes out of some 9,073 cast.
Westport Central to hold vote on reserve funds Capital improvement, transportation funds need reauthorization, says superintendent By Pete DeMola
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WESTPORT — Westport Central School residents will vote next week on whether the district should create a pair of
reserve funds. The current legal language is outdated and is scheduled to expire, said Westport Central Superintendent Scott Osborne. “To fix problems, to ensure reserves are compliant, we need to create new ones,” Osborne said. The first proposed fund would be a transportation and maintenance equipment reserve fund with a 10-year ceiling of $500,000. The second is a proposed capital improvement reserve fund with a limit of $1 million over 10 years. “There are no new funds on the line here,” Osborne said. The vote is scheduled for Feb. 7 at Westport Central from noon to 8 p.m. Westport Central has slightly more fund balance than allowable by the state comptroller’s office, said Osborne. But the super did not specify exact numbers. “We don’t want to carry that fund balance,” Osborne said. A reserve fund would help offset the local share of needed capital work in the future, he said, as well as offer a strong safeguard for taxpayers. “Planning for the future is critical and reserve funds allow us to have a plan in place,” Osborne said. A building condition survey in 2015 offered a thorough assessment of the district’s infrastructure. “We certainly have a laundry list of improvements that can be made to the Westport Central School,” Osborne said. “There’s plenty of opportunity to update the facility and capitalize on energy efficiency.”
Westport Central is seeking voter approval for the creation of two reserve funds. Polls will be open on Feb. 7. File photo
That could include upgrades to windows, lights, the heating system, floors and the district’s telecommunications systems. “We want to keep the school facility in good shape for kids and employees as well as having safe and well-running school buses on the road,” Osborne said. “Those two things could incur very large expenses in a year-to-year budget. “Having proper reserves can help us mitigate those longterm costs.”
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Keeseville Civic Center nets $500K grant Plans call for site to be revamped as community center, retail space By Pete DeMola
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KEESEVILLE — Senior housing, a gymnasium and retail space for local businesses may all be part of a revamped civic center. Those concepts are all on the table as town officials weigh the future of the Keeseville Civic Center, which received $500,000 in state economic development funds last week. “There’s a lot of work to do,” said Ausable Supervisor Sandra Senecal. “The building is in great shape and it looks like we’re going to bring it back to life, which has been our plan all along.” Despite being shuttered in 2010, the infrastructure remains sound. The town has employed staff who maintain the building and grounds and keep the furnace operational. Senecal described the basketball court as being “frozen in time,” with the floors and windows in good shape. The grant funds will allow for renovation efforts, including new plumbing and electri-
cal work. The building was built in the 1930s and originally served as a high school before changing functions in the 1970s. “The (town) board wants to see business in there, and community use,” Senecal said. “It’s going to be a mixed-use building. We definitely want to see it being used.” Chesterfield Supervisor Gerald Morrow called the grant announcement “excellent.” “It was left in shambles by Keeseville just like their water and sewer plant,” Morrow said. “I think it will be a good asset to the community.” The grant funds, awarded through Empire State Development, were announced by Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay). “This funding is the result of the hard work of volunteers who came together after the civic center was closed in 2010,” Jones said in a statement. Senecal said the timeline for receiving the funds hasn’t been set, and a committee will guide the project. The announcement marks the second big state grant announcement in as many months for the town.
Ausable officials say the $500,000 state grant awarded last week will help transform the Keeseville Civic Center, closed since 2010, into a community center with retail space. Pictured above: Jim King inspects the gymnasium in 2012. File photo
The state awarded the organizers of a proposed riverside park in downtown Keeseville $281,000 last December.
That project will eventually transform a former industrial site along the west bank of Ausable River into a tree-lined park.
a burger, it’s Black Angus. We’re upgrading all our ingredients.” They’re also going to be offering children’s birthday parties, with a party room for kids, and offering package deals on parties. “I’m changing everything around,” Ahmed said. “We’ll have a local theme here and a Champ theme. We want to brand everything local.” Champ is the legendary Lake Champlain monster, often seen in the waters around Moriah. Ahmed also purchased the former Republic Steel office building in Mineville, and is
converting it to a bed-and-breakfast place, with a cafe on the ground floor. “We hope to do it by fall,” she said. Ahmed moved here recently, with her son, Robert, and has been pleased with the reception. “We love it here,” she said. “We’ve been very welcomed here.” She purchased the restaurant at an Essex County tax auction. “This was a nice little opportunity,” she said.
Former George’s Restaurant has new look, name The King George Restaurant in Port Henry is now open for business... and will deliver By Lohr McKinstry
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PORT HENRY — The former George’s Restaurant in Port Henry is now the King George Restaurant under new ownership. New owner Jennifer Ahmed says she’s expanded the eatery’s operating hours and menu. “I want this to be the local place,” she said. “I’m going to redecorate. We’re getting a beer
and wine license. And we now deliver.” They’ll deliver as far as Westport, she said, with a $5 delivery charge. Ahmed said the new name pays homage to the late George Jarvis, the restaurant’s founder, and the now-closed King’s Inn in Port Henry. The new hours are 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. “I didn’t want to close at 2,” Ahmed said. “I want this to be a place where you can sit down with your family for dinner.” She said they’ll now have prime rib on weekends, in addition to the Italian fare George’s was famous for. “It’s really good prime beef,” she said. “Our meat is now certified Black Angus. You need
King George Restaurant owner Jennifer Ahmed stands with her staff at the restaurant in downtown Port Henry. From left are Robert Ahmed, Jennifer Ahmed, Luke McKiernan and Jerry Hendrix. Photo by Lohr McKinstry
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changing. We will explore how to use parental control apps and tips for creating a healthy environment for screen time. This class is free! Colleen Downs is currently offering Power Play, an intro fitness series that teaches creative and fun exercise moves that include strength, flexibility, and balance, with cardio bursts. The last Power Play class is Feb. 6 at 5 p.m. Open pickleball for adults is offered on Mondays and Tuesdays in the ELCS Auditorium from 6 - 8 p.m. as the school schedule allows. Check the facebook group “Social Center Pickleball & Tennis” for updates. The Pleasant Valley Chorale rehearses Tuesdays at 7 p.m. It is not too late to join in. For more information, please contact Susan Hughes at sfhsings@gmail.com or 534-0800. Kye Perry will offer a Zumba class on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 5:15 p.m. Teen rec hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 3 - 6 p.m., Friday 3 - 9 p.m. and Saturday 2 - 9 p.m. For more information, visit elizabethtownsocialcenter.org or call 873-6408.
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id you receive a new electronic device for Christmas and would like to learn more about it? “The MacMan” Ken Hughes offers an electronics help group called Tech 101 on Friday, Feb. 10, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Ken will help you have more fun with your digital devices! The class is free and perfect for those who are learning a new computer, tablet, iPad, or any other new technology. Ken specializes in Apple products, but can help with others as time allows. The class is not intended to diagnose or repair devices. Please call the center to sign up for a time slot. As a part of the Teens and Screens series, Ken will return to the center on Monday, Feb. 13, at 6:30 p.m., with a class on using parental controls and managing family screen time. Many parents are overwhelmed with the new digital age and finding healthy boundaries for their children. It is all so new and constantly
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Shortage a statewide issue, say superintendents
SEEKING MORE PROFESSIONALS There are well over 20 school districts in the North Country, spread hundreds of miles apart, that are in need of substitutes teachers: certified and uncertified. Several district officials said out of the few applications they do receive, a majority are from uncertified individuals. According to the state Education Department, uncertified substitutes, regardless of whether they’re studying for one during the time of employment, are limited to working 40 days in a given school district in a school year. School districts can obtain a waiver to exceed this limit, said Plattsburgh City School Superintendent Jay Lebrun. “We have begun applying for this waiver more frequently.” Each school district has been trying to recruit both certified and uncertified individuals through advertising in local media outlets. None expressed having much success. “There are less people coming out with education degrees and certificates,” said Savage. “So, it’s become a lot more difficult.”
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North Country schools seeking substitutes By Teah Dowling
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PLATTSBURGH — School districts across the North Country are scrambling to find substitute teachers. Times have not gotten easier over these past few years, according to several superintendents. In fact, the situation has gotten worse. “I don’t know of any school districts who aren’t experiencing this issue,” said Beekmantown Central School District Dan Mannix. “It’s a problem everywhere.” School officials blame the problem on a combination of lack of interest and teachers changing their field due to a shaky climate for the profession in recent years. Northern Adirondack Central School Superintendent Laura Marlow said her district is lucky since there’s a pool of about 10 subs to pull from. Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School, on the other hand, only has one at this time, said Principal Rob Witkiewicz. The result, he said, is teachers and administrators must be pulled from their regular tasks to cover the slots. Another alternative is combining classrooms. “During regents [last week], we needed about five subs,” he said. “I almost got pulled from a parent conference. “It wasn’t easy to find them.” Au Sable Valley Central School Superintendent Paul Savage said the school requires the presence of at least one substitute each day. “It’s become a lot harder to fill these vacancies,” said Savage. “But we’re all competing against each other.”
LONG-TIME ISSUE Most districts said this has been an ongoing issue for the past two years. Others, like Chazy Central Rural School, has noticed a decrease for the past six years. CCRS Superintendent John Fairchild said a crunch in state funding was the main cause. According to the New York State Comptroller Office, the state started to reduce school aid in the 2010-11 budget, where $1.4 billion was taken out. Another $2.6 million was taken out the next budget year. Fairchild said back then, the district had to lay off several positions, even ones with tenure. Those teachers were on an
on-call basis, leaving newly graduated individuals and substitutes with little to no options. “Back then, there were some pretty massive budget cuts and lay offs,” Beekmantown Central School District Dan Mannix said. “Now, there’s so much opportunity for individuals to teach again.” DAILY PAY RATES According to the National Education Association, most New York school districts pay certified substitutes teachers anywhere between $100 to $125 a day, while noncertified individuals make around $80 a day. AuSable Valley pays $75 for a permanent sub, one who stays within the building all day and covers what’s needed, and $65 for an on-call sub. Beekmantown pays $105 a day for on-call subs and $115 a day for daily subs. Marlow said Northern Adirondack is in the process of considering raising their rates again for the next school year’s budget. “It may help, but I don’t think that’s the answer to solving this shortage,” Marlow said. “They’re not out there and we need to come up with ways to get new people into this profession.” Several districts mentioned their efforts working with local colleges and universities to identify ways to get more people into the education field. In the meantime, all school district officials said they are “always” looking for substitutes. Details of these positions, including requirements and pay rates, can be found on each district website.
Adirondack Council receives $2,000 grant for low-carbon initiative International Paper grant to aid local farmers, small entrepreneurs TICONDEROGA — The International Paper Company has awarded a $2,000 grant to the Adirondack Council to assist with the group’s efforts to boost a low-carbon Adirondack Park economy. “We are very happy that the region’s largest private employer is helping us to support local farmers and small entrepreneurs,” said Adirondack Council Executive Director William
C. Janeway. “One program goal is to help farmers cut carbon pollution out of local food production. That will help us to build a lowcarbon economy,” said Janeway. “We know Adirondackers can’t stop global climate change on our own. But we can stand as an example to others and show the world that it’s possible to prosper while protecting the environment.” Janeway noted that farms play an important role in maintaining water quality, wildlife habitat and open spaces for recreation. Well-run farms are an asset to any community, he said.
“When farmers go the extra step of finding low-carbon, non-polluting solutions to their daily farming challenges, everybody wins,” Janeway said. “That’s what we want to support and encourage.” On Earth Day 2016, the Adirondack Council awarded Cool Farms/Healthy Park micro-grants to 12 Adirondack farms, with support from the Nathaniel and Courtney Klipper Fund, working with a coalition of partner organizations. The Essex County farms included Black Kettle, Boquet Valley and Echo Farm, among others.
ACAP opens new childcare center Local agency opens child-friendly space in old Lewis school LEWIS — In any given year, ACAP Child Care Resource and Referral, an agency that works to improve the quality of life of low-income families, receives numerous calls from parents seeking childcare. According to ACAP Director Marge Zmijewski, this shows a need well beyond the capacity of the family day cares in the area. So when the Town of Lewis offered space in the old school on Route 9, ACAP knew this could be their chance to start up a new and
exciting program for young children. “We have worked hard to develop a space where children can play, and learn,” Zmijewski said. In the first 1,000 days of a child’s life, children learn more than they do for the rest of their lives, she says. The site officially opened on Sept. 6, but parents and children had the opportunity to visit the site and meet the staff on Sept. 2. They currently have six infants and toddlers and five pre-school age enrolled. They have two open slots for infants and toddlers and six for pre-school age. For more information, visit acapinc.org. ON CAMPUS
Morris named to Springfield College dean’s list ELIZABETHTOWN — Springfield College in Springfield, MA has named Emily Morris of Elizabethtown to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2016 term. Morris is studying movement and sport studies. Criteria for selection to the dean’s list requires that the student must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded coursework for the semester, the student must not have any incompletes in the designated semester, and the student must have a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 for the semester.
Local students earn dean’s list recognition at Norwich WESTPORT — The following students have been recognized on the dean’s list at Norwich University for the fall 2016 semester: Mallory Ann Sudduth of Westport and Corinne Elizabeth White of Westport.
Westport student named to UCONN dean’s list WESTPORT — Thomas Mero of Westport was named to the University of Connecticut 2016 fall dean’s list.
Westport student named to UVM dean’s list NEW TERM: New York State Senator Betty Little (R-Queensbury) was sworn in to an eighth term on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Little is pictured above with Janet DiFiore, New York State’s Chief Judge, and Dan MacEntee, her chief of staff, on the opening day of the 2017 Legislative Session. The 45th Senate District comprises all of Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Warren and parts of St. Lawrence and Washington counties. Photo provided
WESTPORT — Scarlette Moore has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2016 semester at the University of Vermont. Moore, from Westport, is majoring in Geography in the College of Arts & Sciences. To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school.
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“The right to vote is the most cherished right of a democratic society,” Jackson said. “When we look at life nowadays, it’s really hard to believe that women have only had the vote for a century. “It’s important to recognize that generations of women and their allies had to advocate in order to secure this basic right. Recognizing who they were and remembering their stories is the least we can do. “By understanding the past, we gain a better perspective on where we’re going today,” Jackson said. Adirondack History Museum was one of 12 organization in New York State to receive a grant from Humanities New York to plan suffrage programming. “The grant is helping us to plan our seasonal exhibit and work with other local organizations, including the Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership (CVNHP),
From page 1 She collapsed after one last question: “Mr. President, how long must women wait for liberty?” And Milholland’s words became the motto for the National Women’s Party which stood sentinel in protest at the White House. The group went on to meet annually, at times in Lewis and on the lakeshore in Westport. “We are currently gathering local stories, pictures, memorabilia and artifacts about suffragists,” Jackson of preparations underway. “The exhibit will be in the Red Room, which is our seasonal exhibit space. We’re hoping to offer a tangible look at the past, and anyone who has memorabilia or artifacts is encourage to loan them to share with the general public.” The museum wants to collect any local stories and pictures — not just of the “big names” like Inez, but of anyone who was involved in the movement, Jackson said. “People whose parents, grandparents, family members or friends were involved are encouraged to share what they know. Suffragists weren’t just female, so we’re also looking for anyone who has information on men who were involved as well.” The stories will become part of a permanent collection at the Essex County Historical Society. The exhibit looks to honor the foundation of democracy.
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to develop programming throughout the region,” Jackson said. It is hoped items can be collected through the beginning of March. People can contact the museum to make arrangements to submit items for loan or donation - email echs@adkhistorymuseum.org or call (518) 873-6466. Pictured above are women at the Inez Milholland Memorial, Westport, N.Y., vintage 1923.
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From page 1 and recognition of our efforts,” he said of the newly announced $20 million investment planned for the coming year.” The losses since 2012 reflect, in part, the addition of Belleayre Ski Center along with near simultaneous addition of the $20 million Conference Center at Lake Placid. The conference center is building its revenue base from start-up, while improvements to both winter and summer recreation at Belleayre are under way. Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s new $20 million investment for both summer and winter additions to ORDA facilities comes even as the proposed budget for the agency trims $275,000. “The state has historically provided a subsidy for a portion of ORDA’s budget. The Executive Budget recommends $11.5 million for ORDA, a decrease of $275,000 from the FY 2016 budget,” Cuomo’s budget plan says. “The decrease reflects operational efficiencies achieved by the Authority.” Major budget actions in Cuomo’s proposed plan have to be approved by the state Assembly and Senate. But the figures include $7.5 million in new capital funding for energy efficiency and renovation projects. “ORDA will also receive $2.5 million in New York Works infrastructure capital funding which will be sub-allocated from the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation’s New York Works appropriation. ORDA will use these funds to perform a variety of capital improvement projects at the Authority’s facilities.” The Times Union’s report did not spell out losses from the unseasonably warm winter season last year. According to ORDA’s annual report, however, ski trips at Belleayre last season dropped from about 134,000 to 75,000. An average 130 ski days (individual skier trips) with 130 inches of natural snow fell to 91 ski days with a total 38 inches of snow. At Gore, the mild winter saw nearly the same drop in snow averages. Local season’s pass holders held steady in providing $3.3 million in revenue versus $3.7 the year before. But day trip ticket sales at Gore dropped by almost half — from $6.3 million in 2014-15 ski season to $3 million in 201516. In their annual report, ORDA’s board of directors said flat out that at Whiteface: “This past winter proved to be the worst season on record.” The mountain saw just 58 inches of snow, about half the annual average, plus 17 inches of rain. Winter visits at Whiteface Mountain saw a loss during Christmas week alone last year of $700,000, according to ORDA’s annual report. Ski ticket revenue at $9.5 million in 2014-15 dropped to $7.8 million in 2015-16, due to weather. ORDA mountain managers have worked steadily in the past six years to add snowmaking equipment, updating older snow guns to more energy-efficient models, which the annual report says have allowed the resort to prepare for snow deficit. What is likely a more important mitigation plan has worked to build year-round events and activities. Whiteface Veteran’s Memorial Highway draws tens of thou-
The Olympic Regional Development Authority has defended years of financial losses for their Adirondack facilities, citing major investments and a significant economic impact to the local economy.
sands to the High Peak summit (fifth highest in New York) more than 5,000 feet above sea level. It is one of the few completely handicapped accessible summits in the country. Opened in 1936, a $12 million investment from state agencies for both the roadway and for the antiquated elevator to the summit in 2014-15 allowed the first roadway improvements in nearly 50 years. The scenic paved highway, its hand-hewn stone walls, unique amenities and stone castle were placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. The updates drew significant interest. According to the annual report, “the highway logged the most visitors since 1999 while generating record revenue.” Summer visits grew by about 13,000 to over 78,000 trips up the highway last year, important given the fact that the highway is only open about six months from Memorial Day through about Columbus Day. The tourist attractions, blending winter and summer, as Blazer said, are central to the regional economy. ORDA provides in excess of 1,000 jobs to small towns in the Adirondack and Catskill mountains. A report from State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli competed three years ago, as ORDA took on Belleayre and built its conference center, put the jobs number in fiscal year 2012 at “204 full-time and 1,106 part-time employees. “The seasonal nature of certain ORDA operations drives a heavy reliance on part-time employees,” DiNapoli said. About 86 percent of employees, most hired part-time for the winter, earn less than $25,000 per year. The comptroller found that ORDA “has taken extraordinary steps to decrease personal service expense in the past
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several years, so much so that more cuts in that area would be unproductive, even detrimental to ORDA’s bottom line.” In larger context, New York’s Olympic USA facilities remain among the Olympic sites still in operation unlike those in even Sochi and in Sarajavo, where winter sport venues have fallen to little or no use. Sports administration here continues to build interest and add events, most recently college hockey championship games and a regional pond hockey event held on Mirror Lake. “In addition, ORDA is responsible not only to the public, but to the aspiring athletes who yearn to represent our country nationally, internationally and at the Olympic Winter Games,” Blazer said. “In truth, we have represented Lake Placid, our surrounding regions, this state and this country with dignity and honor.” Three years ago, the state comptroller concluded that ORDA and its venues are an essential part of the North Country economy. “In addition to operating and maintaining the various facilities under its control, (ORDA) hosts national and international sporting events, drawing competitors and spectators from around the country and throughout the world. “ORDA also provides venues and services for meetings, conferences and special events, encourages participation in winter sports, and promotes tourism in the Adirondack region. “These factors underscore the need to ensure that ORDA’s operations, along with its use of financial assistance from the State and other entities, are efficient and effective,” DiNapoli said.
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BeaversÊ sweepÊ throughÊ EaglesÊ inÊ MVACÊ inter-divisionalÊ showdown By Thom Randall
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BOLTON LANDING — A robust roster, stingy defense and hot shooting were key to Keene Girls Basketball team’s 66-23 victory Jan. 27 over Bolton Central — which extends their current winning streak to seven straight games. Bolton was hampered by the absence of key player Kate Van Auken, who was absent due to illness. Keene Senior Hanna Whitney scored 23 points, and classmate Elaina Smith followed with 19 of her own to win the Mountain & Valley Athletic Conference game. Elly Smith contributed 13 points and Alyssa Summo added 6 for the Keene Beavers. Also scoring for Keene were Emily Whitney with 3 points and Caitlin Lopez with 2. Keene’s height advantage aided both their defense and offensive play. Their players concentrated on blunting Maddie Pratt’s persistent attack, limiting Bolton’s star athlete to 8 points. Bolton eighth grader Maria Baker contributed 8 points, continuing to show her potential to be a pivotal player in upcoming years. Caitlin Johnson contributed 5 points to the Eagles’ effort, and Molly Showers chipped in 2 points. Bolton was competitive in the first quarter, scoring 11 points to Keene’s 19. But in the second quarter, Bolton was scoreless while Keene embarked on a 13-point scoring streak. Bolton rebounded in the third quarter with 10 points to Keene’s 16. The Beavers widened their advantage in the fourth quarter with another 18 point run, with Bolton adding two more points. With the win, Keene boosts their record to 6-1 in the MVAC and 9-4 overall — and Bolton slips back a notch to 7-3 in the conference and 9-6 overall.
Boys earn win Miles Warner of Keene Central scored 16 points and teammate Damion Brown scored 15 on Jan. 27 to lead the Beavers to a 56-25 win over the Bolton Eagles. Keene’s steely defense, a fast pace and effective passing helped them achieve their solid Mountain & Valley Athletic Conference victory. Assisting Warner and Brown were Josh Baldwin and Antonio Finsterer with 8 points each, aided by Antonio’s brother
Bolton’s Craig Wholey attempts to pass off the ball to teammate Jacob Beebe (rear) while Keene’s Tom Palen (center) and Noah Haverlick (right) attempt to block Wholey’s effort during a game Jan. 27 which Keene won by a score of 56 to 25.
Azriel with 6 points. Tom Palen contributed two points and Lucas Isham added a foul shot. Keene started off with an 18-7 first quarter and added to their advantage in each successive stanza. Kevin Neacy lead the Eagles with 14 points. Craig Wholey
contributed 5 points including a three-pointer, R.J. Demeo added 4 points and Jacob Beebe, 2. Demeo and Michael Gavin each grabbed 6 rebounds. Beebe tallied 4 assists. With the win, Keene advances to 7-3 in the MVAC and 8-8 overall; while Bolton slips to 3-10 overall.
Hall 7, Gabe Gratto 4 and Micha Stout 3. For the Lions, Sam Hutting led the offense with 13 points, while Joel Morris scored 12, Anthony Celotti 10, Chris Mazzacone 2 and Dominic Thompson 1.
King scored 3, Taylor Carroll 1 and Ashley Ghostlaw 1.
AVCS 54.5, Franklin Academy 39.5
WILLSBORO — A 20-5 opening quarter pushed the Warriors past the Orange Jan. 27. Jesse Hearn led the Warriors with 15 points in the win, while Warren Jackson and Trevor Bigelow each scored 10, Max Longware 8, Cody Ahrent 6, Oliver Lee 4, Jared Joslyn 2 and Jonny Scheir 2. Chase Hutchins scored 8 points to lead the Orange while Chandler Brown scored 7, Andrew Brown 4 and Yaturo Maruto 2.
CLINTONVILLE — Zackary Raymond and Dylan Sheffer each scored a pair of individual wins as the Patriots swam their way past the huskies Jan. 27. Raymond scored wins in the 50 free and 200 fly, while Sheffer excelled in the 200 I.M. and 100 free. Aaron O’Neill added a win in the 200 free, while Skylar Ackley had a win in the 100 back. The Patriots also dominated the relay events, with the team of Ackley, Ryan Agoney, Raymond and Sheffer winning the 200 medley; Raymond, O’Neill, Agoney and David Vicaro winning the 200 free relay; and Trent Gravelle, O’Neill, Sheffer and Agoney winning the 400 free relay.
Griffins 54, Crown Point 31 Boy’s basketball
Crown Point 53, Westport 27 CROWN POINT — The Panthers outscored the Eagles in each of the first three quarters, extending their lead throughout to earn an inter-divisional win Jan. 27. Reese Celotti scored 16 points to lead the Panthers, while Hunter Pertak and Jake LaDeau each scored 10. Zach Spaulding and Chad Stephens each scored 6 points, with Chance Potter adding 5. Riley Martin scored 13 points for Westport, while Schylar Kurth scored 6, Blake Liberi 3, Wyatt Gough 2, Carter Smith 2 and Will Napper 1. Photos from this game, covered by photojournalist Jill Lobdell, can be found online at mycapture.suncommunitynews. com.
Schroon Lake 53, ELCS 38 SCHROON — A 17-8 fourth quarter pulled the Wildcats away from the Lions Jan. 27. Jordan DeZalia paced the Wildcat offense with 22 points, while Andrew Pelkey added 17 points in the win, Branden
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CROWN POINT — The Westport/Elizabethtown-Lewis girl’s varsity basketball team opened with a 14-3 and finished with a 20-12 edge in the fourth quarter to defeat the Lady Panthers Jan. 27. Hannah Schwoebel scored 21 points to lead the Griffins, while Ellie Storey added 20. Lizzie Stephens added 8 points, while Taylor Gough scored 4 and Abbey Mero 1. For the Panthers, Shawna McIntosh scored 8 points in the loss, while Hannah Palmer added 7, Heather Foote 4, Torrie Vradenburg 4, Amber DuShane 4, Michaela Gunnison 2 and Mya Pertak 2. Photos from this game, covered by photojournalist Jill Lobdell, can be found online at mycapture.suncommunitynews. com.
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WILLSBORO — The Warrior defense held the Lady Orange to four points in three of the four quarters played, shutting them out in the other to score a win Jan. 27. Payton Gough scored 14 points in the win, while Trina Bigelow added 13, Kaitlyn Wilkins 9, Kaitlin Shaw 8, Savannah Bronson 4, Sheila Wilkins 3, Olivia Politi 3, Aliceson Drollette 2 and Dariann Sweatt 2. Lillian Dechene led the Orange with 7 points, while Becca
PLATTSBURGH — Kathryn Bowman and Briaunna Varno were one pin apart as the Lady Indians defeated the Lady Patriots Jan. 27. Bowman had a 202 high game as part of a 537 series for the Indians, while Vaurno had a 536 series, led by a high game of 192. Katelyn Miller had the high game of the match for the Patriots with a 223 as part of a 504 series.
AVCS 8, Peru 0 PLATTSBURGH — Tyler Atkins went for a career high series as the AuSable Valley boy’s varsity bowling team captured the CVAC regular season championship Jan. 27. Atkins rolled a 729 series on the back of a 279 high game, while Ryan Thomas added a 636 series with 223 high game and Troy McDonald a 633 triple with a high game of 243. James Winch, III, rolled his first ever 600-plus series, going for 603 with a 226 high game. Aaryn Clark had the lone 600 series for the Indians with a 609, highlighted by a 211 high game.
Peru 4, AVCS 0
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Catania:Ê Ô OpportuneÊ momentÕ Ê forÊ learningÊ withÊ suspendedÊ team LPCS boy’s hockey team, as a whole, sits out three games for undisclosed disciplinary matters By Keith Lobdell
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LAKE PLACID — In what many consider to be the home of hockey in the United States, news of the local high school boy’s hockey team being suspended for three games sent shockwaves through the community and region. Lake Placid Central School Superintendent Dr. Roger Catania confirmed last week the Blue Bombers, as a team, had been suspended for an undisclosed amount of games and were facing additional measures based on an incident which occurred during the current season. On Monday, Jan. 30, Catania said the suspension would be lifted after the three games the team had already forfeited last week, depending on completion of an “educational component.” “The team was suspended for three games until they have successfully completed an educational component, which has involved a lot of positive discussions and presentations on building a strong and supportive team culture and establishing a climate that promotes dignity and respect for all,” Catania said. “We expect those experiences to be completed this week and that the team will be back at play this weekend.” The team forfeited a CVAC conference game to Northeastern Clinton Jan. 25 in Rouses Point, along with non-conference games that were scheduled to be played in Lake Placid against Hilton (NY) and Greece Arcadia/Greece Olympia (near Rochester). While the announcement of the suspension caused speculation online, Catania would not confirm if the disciplinary actions were due to hazing or another form of misbehavior. Catania did say the purpose of the educational component of the suspension was to help the student-athletes grow together as a team. “We see this as an opportune moment for emphasizing character, teamwork, leadership, and cooperation,” Catania said. “The boys have responded well, and I hope that this experience allows them to reflect on the many ways that teammates can lift each other up for the benefit of the entire team.” Catania felt the suspension given to the players was the appropriate action, in the wake of some public outcry to keep the two-time defending Section VII champions out of the
The Lake Placid varsity boy’s hockey team recently received a three game suspension for disciplinary reasons. They return to the ice to continue their season this Friday.
postseason. “Suspending individuals or entire teams from games is not something we like to do or steps we take lightly,” Catania said. “However, sometimes it can send a powerful message about our expectations for student-athletes. The most important thing is that we all learn from these moments and move forward better equipped for the future.” Following this experience and the positive effect he feels it has had on the team, Catania said he could see a program like the one which has been held being out in place for all teams in the future. “I think it is a good idea to utilize the power of the athletic
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experience for teaching positive messages about life,” he said. “As we look ahead to next season and next year we will consider adding educational experiences like this one.” As long as the members of the hockey team have completed the program, the Blue Bombers will return to the ice Friday, Feb. 3, in a conference home game against Saranac Lake at the ‘32 Olympic arena as part of the two-night Lake Placid Winter Carnival Tournament, facing either Shaker or Niagara Falls the following day. Five games then finish out the CVAC regular season before the Section VII playoffs begin. The Blue Bombers current record is 7-6-0 with a 4-1-0 CVAC record (including forfeits).
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TICONDEROGA - Bingo, Ticonderoga fire house, 6:45 p.m. Doors 5 p.m. Every Thursday.
KEESEVILLE – Essex County WIC 2017 schedule at the United Methodist Church January 26, Feb 23, March 23, April 27, May 25, June 29, July 27, August 24, September 28, October 26, November 30, December 28 9:30- 2:45pm. Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 LAKE PLACID – Essex County 2017 WIC Clinic Schedule at the Thomas Shipman Youth Center January 3, Feb 7, March 7, April 4, May 2, June 6, July 5, August 1, September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5 9:30-2:30pm.
CHAZY – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Friday at Sacred Heart Church, 8 Hall Street, Chazy 7:30pm-8:30pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838.
PLATTSBURGH CELEBRATE RECOVERY meetings EVERY Tuesday at 6pm to 7:30 pm at 36 Clinton St, Plattsburgh. CR is help for any hurt, problem, addiction including food, relationships, porn, lonliness, alcohol, drugs, gambling etc. More info call Dawn 518-7919278 / Jacquie 315-705-1701
PLATTSBURGH – ALATEEN Meeting every Thursday at United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh 7:30pm8:30pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838.
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS SARANAC LAKE - Chair Yoga Classes to be held at Will Rogers Amy Kohanski will hold a series of chair yoga classes at Saranac Village at Will Rogers on Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m., beginning January 5th through April 6th. There is a $5 fee per class for nonresidents of Will Rogers. Pre-registration is not required. No experience is necessary. For more information, please call Amy Kohanski at 518-524-6888 or email her atakohanski@roadrunner.com. COMMUNITY OUTREACH AUSABLE FORKS – Essex County 2017 WIC shedule at the Amblulance Building January 4, Feb 1 , March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, August 2, September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6, 9:30-2:30pm Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 ELIZABETHTOWN – Essec County 2017 WIC Schedule at the Public Health Building January 5, Feb 2 , March 2, April 6, May 4, June 8, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7 8:00 – 3:45pm. January 18, Feb 15, March 15, April 19 , May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 20 10:00-5:30pm Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296
January 24, Feb 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 27, July 25, August 22, September 26, October 24, November 28 December 19 1:30- 6pm. Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 TICONDEROGA - Essex County Lethernecks, Marine Corps League, Det 791, Ticonderoga American Legion Post. 6 p.m. Active Marines and Marine Veterans invited. First Thursday of every month.
ELIZABETHTOWN – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Sunday at Elizabethtown Community Hospital Board Room, 75 Park St., Elizabethtown, 4pm-5pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838. LAKE PLACID – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Monday at St. Agnes Church Basement, 169 Hillcrest Avenue, Lake Placid 8pm9pm. For more information call 1888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838.
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PERU - the BAC is scheduled to meet at 6:00 PM on Thursday, February 16th and Wednesday, March 15th. In addition to these informational sessions, the BAC will be invited to share their recommendations with the School Board during a public budget development workshop, tentatively set for Tuesday, March 21st. If you wish to participate in any of the meetings of the BAC, please register by calling 518-0643-6004
AU SABLE FORKS - Please take note that the regular monthly meetings of the Au Sable Forks Fire District for the year 2017, will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the Au Sable Forks Fire Station located at 29 School Lane, Au Sable Forks, N. Y. 12912. The meetings are open to the public. CADYVILLE – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Sunday 7pm8pm, Wesleyan Church, 2083 Rt. 3, Cadyville, NY. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838.
PLATTSBURGH - BREASTFEEDING - LA LECHE LEAGUE Do you have questions about breastfeeding? Do you have support you can offer to others? Do you need information about returning to work and nursing? Please join us for mother-to-mother sharing. All mothers, mothers-to-be, and children are welcome. Meetings are twice monthly: the first Monday at 7 P.M and the third Friday at 10:00 A.M at the Family Connections, 194 U.S Oval, Plattsburgh. Info: 518-643-9436.
PLATTSBURGH – Al-Anon Adult Children Meeting every Monday at 7pm-8pm, United Methodist Church, 127 Beekmantown Street, Plattsbugh. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-5610838.
SARNAC LAKE – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Wednesday at Baldwin House, 94 Church Street, Saranac Lake 7pm-8pm. For more information call 1-888425-2666 or 518-561-0838. SENIORS
PLATTSBURGH – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Thursday at United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh 7:30pm-8:30pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838.
SARANAC LAKE - Advanced Directives: Lessons of Being Mortal. As part of the Saranac Village at Will Rogers Road to Retirement Series, on Wednesday, February 1st at 2:00 p.m., at Saranac Village at Will Rogers, Tania McCabe, Outreach Director for High Peaks Hospice, will present an overview of Advanced Directives & Planning. This program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Debbie Kanze at 518-891-7117 or visit www.saranacvillage.com.
WESTPORT - The Westport Central School District Board of Education will hold their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 6:00 PM in the Conference Room. It is anticipated the meeting will open with an executive session from 6 PM 7 PM. Agenda items include budget session #4, Board consideration of 2017-18 District Goals, winter update on Budget Development and a summary report on the Governors Executive Budget Proposal for public education and any other business that may come before the Board. Community members and interested others are welcome to attend.
SARANAC LAKE - Attorney Greg Dennin of Lake Placid will present a seminar on Estate Planning and Elder Law on Thursday, February 2 from 12 noon to 1 PM, in the Cantwell Room of the Saranac Lake Free Library. The presentation will focus on general concepts of estate planning and the particular challenges and issues facing New Yorks elderly population. All presentations of the Library Luncheon Series are free and open to the public. Bring soup or a sandwich and enjoy desserts and a beverage provided by the Hospitality Committee. For more information call 518-891-4190.
PLATTSBURGH – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Tuesday at United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh Noon-1pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-5610838.
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From page 1 on the Boreas Ponds and those other improvements in that area, we thought that that campground owned by the state might be something they’d like to fund and they did,” Dougan told the Essex County Board of Supervisors. “We’ll start design and everything on that real soon.” Clinton County received $1.4 million for projects on Hardscrabble Road and to repair a culvert spanning Standish Road over Cold Brook in Saranac. In all, the region received $17.3 million for 14 projects falling under the BRIDGE NY banner. As part of the initiative, half of the money will be spent on state-owned bridges, while the other will be doled out to municipalities for critical local projects. The projects announced by the state on Jan. 18 are all locally owned bridge projects, with funding administered by state Department of Transportation.
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“It’s one of the most difficult things we have to deal with,” said Essex County Manager Dan Palmer on keeping bridges navigable. Essex County has 178 bridges. Nineteen of those have been flagged as requiring critical improvements. Without state help, localities are on their own, Palmer said. KEENE UPDATE A second state initiative, the Empire State Program, focuses on state-owned bridges. Eleven of the 14 projects in Clinton and Essex counties are “substantially completed,” according to the state DOT. Adirondack Northway projects include the $10.5 million project to replace the bridges over the Little Ausable River in Peru and the bridge over the Salmon River in Plattsburgh. Keene has seen massive state investments to replace bridges damaged by fast-moving river water that deteriorates the structures over time. A $15.6 million project saw seven bridges “substantially completed” by the end of 2016. The Route 73 corridor is critical to both local circulation and long-distance travel, connecting Keene, Lake Placid and Saranac Lake to the Northway. Part of Route 73, including the bridge over Cascade Lake Outlet, is also on the annual Ironman Triathlon race course. Minor finishing work will follow this spring for three of the bridges, including those over Beede Brook near St. Huberts and the structure over the Cascade Lake Outlet west of Keene. Three additional structures in northwest Essex County are due to be completed by the end of this year. Work is underway to replace two bridges on Route 73 in North Elba over the West Branch of the AuSable River near the 1980 Olympic ski jumps. Traffic on those units will be reduced to a single lane this week as workers set down the steel infrastructure. When finished, the two bridges will be replaced with a single unit that will cross the river, a $9.87 million project. Also included in this contract is the Route 9N bridge in Jay. All are scheduled to resume traffic before the end of the year and should be completed by June 2018, according to the DOT. In all, the state is replacing 100 aging, vulnerable, and outof-date structures across the state. The remaining 47 bridges are under construction or are scheduled to begin work shortly, said the DOT. “It is also important to note that replacing these bridges showcases Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s commitment to rebuilding and hardening infrastructure following Hurricane Irene and increasing extreme weather events,” said Bryan Viggiani, the spokesman. LOCAL LIFELINE Last year, Essex County financed $9.2 million for local bridge work, including $4.3 million in a short-term financing bond refinanced into an existing long-term bond. “It’s a never-ending thing,” said Palmer. “Even when we do bonds, by the time the bond reaches maturity, or reaches the end of the five-year period, we have a whole list of new bridges that have been red-flagged.” The county share of the cost of the state-funded projects will likely be nominal, said Palmer, who gave an early estimate of 5 percent. In Clinton County, engineering work may start as early as next month, said Clinton County Highway Superintendent Albert Rascoe. “It could take up to 30 days before we start any engineering work,” Rascoe said. “We hope to build the bridges this season.” The governor has made infrastructure a chief point of his agenda, and touted the $542 million Empire Bridge program in a visit to Ulster County last week. “So we’re here to blow up a bridge,” said Cuomo shortly before he pushed a plunger to detonate a structure. “Life is tough when you’re a bridge. You work for 85 years, stand up through storms, rain, carry vehicles every day. Then at retirement, you don’t get a watch. You don’t get a pension. You don’t get a thank you. All they do is blow you up.”
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has made infrastructure improvements a centerpiece of his administration. The North Country last week received $17.3 million in funding this month to help repair local bridges. The program dovetails with a state program to repair state-owned bridges, including seven in Keene, Essex County. Cuomo is pictured here with Ulster County officials detonating a bridge in High Falls, Ulster County, on Jan. 25, 2017. Photo provided via the Office of the Governor of the State of New York
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50 Years Ago Historic Landmark struck by Early Morning Blaze The insistent wail of the E’town fire siren in the bitter cold early hours of last Sunday morning heralded sad news for the Elizabethtown community. Fire had broken out at the historic Arsenal Inn, one of the North Country’s most popular hostelries. Jack Denton, well known owner and operator of the Arsenal Inn and Motel, was in Albany for the weekend. His long-time friend, Leonard Duntley, and his business associate, Harvey Nichols, were the only guest at the Inn at the time. The fire had made a rapid start, and Harvey Nichols was awakened by the heavy smoke which had reached his second floor rooms. Exit through the door and stairway was blocked by flames, Harvey Nichols climbed through a window and shouted the first call for help from the snow – covered roof of the front porch of the building. Due to combined efforts of the large group of volunteers at the scene the recently constructed modern motel units were not reached by the fire, and were damaged only by smoke and water. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Jack Denton plans to reopen the motel units as soon as necessary smoke and water damage repairs can be made. • Valley News, Feb. 9, 1967
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75 Years Ago Fewer Tires But more Tubes for Essex County The Allotment of tires for Essex county has been cut by 40 over the number allowed for January. This month the tire rationing boards may issue certificates for 78 tires and 109 tubes. The share for Zone 6 in which Lake Placid is located is four tires and three tubes for Class A, comprising passenger cars, motorcycles and light trucks. In Class B 13 tires and 22 tubes will be distributed if applicants can prove their need. The latter figure is an increase of 14 over last month. The full quota for Essex county in January was 113 tires and 95 tubes. • The Lake Placid News, Feb. 6, 1942 100 Years Ago Trade News Stevens and Weed Co. are inaugurating a new money saving plan which should appeal to all thrifty Ticonderogians who are interested in good clothes. They have arranged with Ed. V. Price & Co. to furnish them a quantity of pocket banks which are easily carried and are, in fact, quite attractive pocket pieces and will hold several dollars in dimes and quarters. Every person securing one of these banks will also be furnished with a plan book. The idea is as soon as the bank is filled you take it to their store, where the keys are kept, and the contents counted and placed to your credit to be applied on the purchase of either a suit or overcoat that can be made up for delivery at any time during the season. • Ticonderoga Sentinel , February 8, 1917
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Horse rescue announces capital campaign WESTPORT — Crane Mountain Valley Horse Rescue has raised $66,550 toward its $75,000 capital campaign to build the Sally E. Morehouse Memorial Rehabilitation and Training Center. The purpose of the campaign is to build an indoor facility that will enable the rescue operation to rehabilitate horses and offer education and outreach programs to the local community in all seasons. The rescue aims to complete the project by Spring 2017. “To do so, we need to complete the fundraising. We have just under $10,000 to go to reach our goal,” said Ed Mrozik, co-founder of the rescue operation. To make a donation to the capital campaign, call 962-8512 or visit cmvhr.org.
Winter Carnival Gala Parade upcoming SARANAC LAKE — The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Gala Parade will be held Saturday, Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. The parade will take place at Broadway and Main Street from Ampersand Avenue to Lapan Highway and the public is invited to assemble along the route. Parade performers will be judged in several classes covering businesses, civic or volunteer groups, youth groups, school groups, independent groups and animal units. Trophies will be awarded to the top two entries in each group that most conform to the “Adirondack Wildlife” theme, as well as the Louis Fobare Trophy for Best of Show. For more information, visit the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival website at saranaclakewintercarnival.com.
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financing the acquisition of school buses, vans, WESTPORT CENTRAL other transportation veSCHOOL DISTRICT Town of Westport, hicles, maintenance vehicles and equipmentInc. inCounty of Essex, Newby Denton Published Publications, cluding incidental equipYork Notice of Special Meet- ment and expenses and to accomplish same, ing of the District •MY P U BTAKE L I CNOTICE NO T Board ICE • said is S authorized PLEASE that a Special Meeting of to appropriate annually the PUBLIC qualified votersNOTICES of from available fund balMY the Westport Central ances or other legally Now Available at... funds of the available School District of the School District to fund Town of Westport, Eshtt://newyorkpublicnotices.com such reserve fund. And, sex County, New York RESOLVED, that the will be held in the lobby Denton Publications in Audicollaboration with of Board of Education outside the Bulles participating newspapers, the New YorkCentral PressSchool Westport torium at the Westport District, Essex County, Association,Central andSchool the building New York Newspaper in said District on online New York, is hereby Publishers Association provides access to auFebruary 7, 2017 be- thorized to establish a public notice advertisements reserve fundNew (to be tween the hours from of throughout 12:00parts noon of andthe 8:00 PM known as the Capital ImYork and other country. Reserve prevailing time, (or until provement Fund) in an ultimate all PUBLIC who are in NOTICES? attendance WHAT ARE amount of $1,000,000 at the time have voted), Public Notices are advertisements in accrued interest), the following proposi- (plus placed newspaperstions by will the be government, and with a probable term of presented businesses, years for the the qualified votersgovernment of ten (10)contracts, individuals.to They include: purpose of the construcsaid School District: property, foreclosures, unclaimed community tion, reconstruction or RESOLVED, that the informationBoard and more! improveof Education of acquisition of 67565 the Westport Central ments to School District •MY P U BDistrict, L I C Essex NO T I Cand ES • infacilities sites, School County, New York, is cluding physical imhereby authorized to es- provements, any related tablish a reserve fund studies or surveys, and (to be known as the furnishings, equipment, Transportation and machinery, apparatus, Maintenance Equipment appurtenances, and inciReserve Fund) in an ulti- dental improvements mate amount of and expenses, and to accomplish the same, said $500,000 (plus accrued interest), with a proba- Board is authorized to ble term of ten (10) appropriate annually from available fund balyears for the purpose of ances or other legally financing the acquisition available funds of the of school buses, vans, WESTPORT CENTRAL other transportation ve- School District to fund SCHOOL DISTRICT Town of Westport, hicles, maintenance ve- such reserve fund. County of Essex, New hicles and equipment in- FURTHER NOTICE IS cluding incidental equip- HEREBY GIVEN, that the York qualified voters of the Notice of Special Meet- ment and expenses and to accomplish same, School District shall be ing of the District entitled to vote at said said Board is authorized PLEASE TAKE NOTICE special meeting. A qualthat a Special Meeting of to appropriate annually the qualified voters of from available fund bal- ified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the Unitthe Westport Central ances or other legally ed States of America, (2) available funds of the School District of the eighteen years of age or Town of Westport, Es- School District to fund older, and (3) a resident such reserve fund. And, sex County, New York within the School DisRESOLVED, that the will be held in the lobby outside the Bulles Audi- Board of Education of trict for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding torium at the Westport Westport Central School District, Essex County, the vote. The School Central School building in said District on New York, is hereby au- District may require all February 7, 2017 be- thorized to establish a persons offering to vote tween the hours of reserve fund (to be at the special meeting to 12:00 noon and 8:00 PM known as the Capital Im- provide one form of proof of residency purReserve prevailing time, (or until provement Fund) in an ultimate suant to Education Law all who are in attendance 8018-c. Such form may amount of $1,000,000 at the time have voted), the following proposi- (plus accrued interest), include a drivers license, with a probable term of a non-driver identifications will be presented to the qualified voters of ten (10) years for the tion card, a utility bill, or purpose of the construc- a voter registration card. said School District: tion, reconstruction or Upon offer of proof of RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of acquisition of improve- residency, the School the Westport Central ments to School District District may also require School District, Essex facilities and sites, in- all persons offering to County, New York, is cluding physical im- vote to provide their sighereby authorized to es- provements, any related nature, printed name tablish a reserve fund studies or surveys, and and address. (to be known as the furnishings, equipment, AND FURTHER NOTICE Transportation and machinery, apparatus, IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Maintenance Equipment appurtenances, and inci- qualified voters may apReserve Fund) in an ulti- dental ply for absentee ballots improvements mate amount of and expenses, and to ac- at the District Clerks office and that a list of complish the same, said $500,000 (plus accrued interest), with a proba- Board is authorized to persons to whom absenble term of ten (10) appropriate annually tee ballots have been isfrom available fund bal- sued will be available for years for the purpose of ances or other legally financing the acquisition inspection in the District Clerks office during each available funds of the of school buses, vans, of the five days prior to other transportation ve- School District to fund the day of the vote, durhicles, maintenance ve- such reserve fund. hicles and equipment in- FURTHER NOTICE IS ing regular business cluding incidental equip- HEREBY GIVEN, that the hours, except Saturday qualified voters of the and Sunday. ment and expenses and to accomplish same, School District shall be School District: Westentitled to vote at said said Board is authorized port Central special meeting. A qual- Town to appropriate annually of Westport, from available fund bal- ified voter is one who is County of Essex, New ances or other legally (1) a citizen of the Unit- York available funds of the ed States of America, (2) District Clerk: Jana School District to fund eighteen years of age or Atwell such reserve fund. And, older, and (3) a resident Dated: December 20, RESOLVED, that the within the School Dis- 2016 Board of Education of trict for a period of thirty VNWestport Central School 12/31/16,01/6/17,01/20/ (30) days next preceding District, Essex County, the vote. The School 17, 02/03/2017-139985 New York, is hereby au- District may require all WOLFJAW LLC Articles thorized to establish a persons offering to vote of Org. filed NY Sec. of reserve fund (to be at the special meeting to known as the Capital Im- provide one form of State (SSNY) 1/19/17. provement Reserve proof of residency pur- Office in Essex Co. Fund) in an ultimate suant to Education Law SSNY desig. agent of amount of $1,000,000 8018-c. Such form may LLC upon whom process may be served. (plus accrued interest), include a drivers license, with a probable term of a non-driver identifica- SSNY shall mail copy of ten (10) years for the tion card, a utility bill, or process to 72 Olympic purpose of the construc- a voter registration card. Dr., Lake Placid, NY 12946, which is also the tion, reconstruction or Upon offer of proof of acquisition of improve- residency, the School principal business location. Purpose: Any lawments to School District District may also require facilities and sites, in- all persons offering to ful purpose. cluding physical im- vote to provide their sig- VN-01/28-03/04/20176TC-142334 provements, any related nature, printed name studies or surveys, and and address. furnishings, equipment, AND FURTHER NOTICE machinery, apparatus, IS HEREBY GIVEN, that appurtenances, and inci- qualified voters may apTO MAKE dental improvements ply for absentee ballots and expenses, and to ac- at the District Clerks ofcomplish the same, said fice and that a list of Board is authorized to persons to whom absenappropriate annually tee ballots have been isfrom available fund bal- sued will be available for Place a classified ances or other legally inspection in the District ad! available funds of the Clerks office during each It’s easy and of the five days prior to School District to fund will make such reserve fund. the day of the vote, duryou money! FURTHER NOTICE IS ing regular business HEREBY GIVEN, that the hours, except Saturday qualified voters of the and Sunday. School District shall be School District: Westentitled to vote at said port Central special meeting. A qual- Town of Westport, ified voter is one who is County of Essex, New (1) a citizen of the Unit- York
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LEGALS NOTICE OF FORMATION OF DC UTILITY ESTIMATING, LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with the Secty of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/09/14. Office in Essex County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 3 Church Lane Au Sable Forks, NY 12912. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. VN-01/28-03/04/20176TC-142131
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“LLC”) Essex Souvenirs,LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on December 28, 2016 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. The “SSNY” is designated as the agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may served. “SSNY” shall mail a copy of any process to the “LLC” at 1454 Whallons Bay Road, Essex, NY 12936. VN-02/04-03/11/20176TC-142948
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (PLLC) Gratitude For Wellness Acupuncture, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on December 23, 2016 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. The SSNY is designated as the agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the PLLC at PO Box 805, Willsboro, NY 12996. VN-01/21-02/25/20176TC-141777 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) Name: Hatch Essential Oil LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/05/2017 Office Location: Essex County. The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: 1037 Point Road, Willsboro, N.Y. 12996. Purpose: To engage in any Lawful act or activity. VN-02/04-03/11/20176TC-142758
HORROCKS FAMILY LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/15/2016. Office in Essex Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 2419 Main St., Lake Placid, NY 12946, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. VN-01/07-02/11/20176TC-140529 META MOUNTAIN, LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 9/13/16. Office location: Essex County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Meta Mountain, LLC, PO Box 373, Jay, New York 12941. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. VN-01/14-02/18/20176TC-140780 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT ESSEX COUNTY U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Plaintiff against Mark St. Dennis; Rebeca Turner A/K/A Rebeca Lynn Pajak A/K/A Rebeca L. Turner, et al Defendants Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s) Fein, Such & Crane, LLP 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester,
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT ESSEX COUNTY U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Plaintiff against Mark St. Dennis; Rebeca Turner A/K/A Rebeca Lynn Pajak A/K/A Rebeca L. Turner, et al Defendants Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s) Fein, Such & Crane, LLP 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614 Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale Entered January 12th, 2017 I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the 7559 Court Street, Elizabethtown, NY 12932 on March 8th, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Premises known as 4 Osawentha Drive, Lewis, NY 12950. Sec 47.13 Block 4 Lot 10.000. All that certain Lot, Piece or Parcel of Land, (together with the buildings and improvements thereon) situate, lying and being in the Hamlet and Town of Lewis, County of Essex and State of New York Approximate Amount of Judgment is $174,033.82 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No CV150327. Matthew Douthat, Esq., Referee VN-02/04-02/25/20171TC-142757 WESTPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Town of Westport, County of Essex, New York Notice of Special Meeting of the District PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Special Meeting of the qualified voters of
WESTPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Town of Westport, County of Essex, New York Notice of Special Meeting of the District PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Special Meeting of the qualified voters of the Westport Central School District of the Town of Westport, Essex County, New York will be held in the lobby outside the Bulles Auditorium at the Westport Central School building in said District on February 7, 2017 between the hours of 12:00 noon and 8:00 PM prevailing time, (or until all who are in attendance at the time have voted), the following propositions will be presented to the qualified voters of said School District: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Westport Central School District, Essex County, New York, is hereby authorized to establish a reserve fund (to be known as the Transportation and Maintenance Equipment Reserve Fund) in an ultimate amount of $500,000 (plus accrued interest), with a probable term of ten (10) years for the purpose of financing the acquisition of school buses, vans, other transportation vehicles, maintenance vehicles and equipment including incidental equipment and expenses and to accomplish same, said Board is authorized to appropriate annually from available fund balances or other legally
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