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Content: Health Matters p. 6 Neighbors Next Door p.10 Senior’s Corner p.12 Where in Bethlehem? p.19 Bob’s Car Care Tip p.23 Letter from Town Hall p.24 Mary Rea p.26 Ask the Canterbury Vet p.28 Ask the Four Corner Pharmacist p.30 Heart Strong p.38 Trish’s Pix - Book Review p.40 Financial Focus p.42 Tooth Tips p.49 Chamber of Commerce p.54 Library Calendar p.56

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Health Matters What is a kettlebell?

A kettlebell, or girya (Russ.) is a traditional Russian cast iron weight that looks like a cannonball with a handle and has been called the ultimate tool for extreme all-around fitness.

The kettlebell first appeared in a Russian dictionary in 1704 (Cherkikh, 1994). So popular were kettlebells in Tsarist Russia that any strongman or weightlifter was referred to as a girevik, or “a kettlebell man”.

“Not a single sport develops our muscular strength and bodies as well as kettlebell athletics,” reported Russian magazine Hercules in 1913.

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Because they deliver extreme all-around fitness. And no single other tool does it better. Here is a short list of hardware the Russian kettlebell replaces: barbells, dumbbells, belts for weighted pullups and dips, thick bars, lever bars, medicine balls, grip devices, and cardio equipment.

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The shape and compact size of a kettlebell allow one to safely accelerate it on the way down in exercises like swings and snatches. There is a growing body of research that such “virtual force” is exceptionally effective, efficient and safe at improving many components of fitness:dynamic strength, many types of the above exercises. The experimental group only lifted endurance, and body composition, both muscle building and kettlebells. In spite of the lack of practice on the tested drills, fat loss. the kettlebell group showed better scores in every one of them!

Obviously you cannot swing a barbell between your legs and a dumbbell encourages a stiff shoulder raise if one tries to swing Kettlebell training is extreme but not elitist. With proper handsit. The kettlebell’s offset “live’ weight amplifies the feedback and on instruction, females and males of all ages in a wide forces you to swing it ballistically using your hips while relaxing range of physical condition can train with kettlebells safely the arms, the way an athlete is supposed to move. This, and and see dramatic improvements in conditioning and fat loss. the fact that less weight can be used to generate the same amount of “virtual force” through acceleration (you effectively Nancy L. Hallock, RKC, have a “longer arm” with poorer leverage) greatly increase the Russian Kettlebell Instructor, BS, CPT quality of the virtual force. nhallock@gmail.com 518-275-2058

Another unique benefit of the kettlebell’s offset center of gravity is the special manner in which the shoulder is loaded in overhead lifts. This promotes mobility and stability, which sets up a foundation for extraordinary upper body strength and resilience.

From the practical standpoint, because the unique nature of the kettlebell lifts allows one to get a powerful training effect with a relatively light weight you can replace your whole gym with a couple of kettlebells.

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“BRINGING BACK THE NIGHT”

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2010 Dinner at FIVE GUYS in Glenmont from 4-8pm. 20% of proceeds goes to the Bethlehem Tomboys Girls Softball Travel Team. Flyer page 55

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ALL Bethlehem Families, Students & Staff Come Out and Support This Great Event Varsity HOMECOMING GAME and SENIOR NIGHT Celebration To Be Held Under the Lights

BETHLEHEM vs. SARATOGA HIGH 9:00am End Time: 12:00pm. If you would like to volunteer, please call 439-4955, extension 1164.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010 Dinner at McDonald’s 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2010 Community Health Fair Bethlehem Town Hall, Flu Shot Clinic. St. Peter’s Health Care Services to provide screenings for: Cholesterol, Glucose & Pulmonary Function, Blood Pressure and Depression(free for those age 60 or older-Under 60 a fee may apply) and Blood Pressure Screening, Audiology Screening, Umbrella, St. Peter’s Lifeline, National Grid, EPIC, St. Peter’s Home Care and NYS Division of Veterans Affairs and much more.

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Gina Deitz | Roller Derby Queen As adults, I believe that each and every one of us has a secret little dream. You know the one. Since childhood, maybe you’ve dreamed about being a drummer in a rock-nroll band, playing baseball for the Mets, even flying a plane or bungee jumping. Something exciting and far different from every day life.

Now, meet Gina Deitz from Bethlehem. She’s living that dream. The one about doing something out of the ordinary and exciting. Gina Deitz, mother of three, mason by day, is a Derby Girl by night.

And what, you might ask, is a Derby Girl? The roller derby is making a big comeback these days, with teams all over the United States - L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, and now in Albany. The players on these teams are known as Derby Girls. Women come to the derby from all walks of life: accountants, teachers, nurses, stay-at-home moms, and yes, even masons.

During the season, which runs from January until June, they’ll be rolling every Saturday night at the Albany Armory on Washington Avenue. Most people don’t know a lot about how the derby works; about what really happens on that track in the Armory; about how it’s the only sport to play offense and defense at the same time; about how points are scored by making laps and passing the lead players. Really, though, to sit and watch the roller derby, all those rules don’t really matter. What’s cool about the roller derby are the women skating on the track. Women with derby names like Isabella Bruisalini, Jenny Rotten and Scarlet O’Hackya. There’s even Elle Hathno Fury. Gina’s derby name is Boom Boom Bambino. Clearly, with names like these it’s easy to see that the roller derby isn’t about the points, the offense or the defense. It’s about the show, the personalities and the drama. And while they are all athletes in a physically demanding game, it’s the showmanship that gets the fans excited and brings them back for more.

Gina, a.k.a. Boom Boom, has been with the derby since January. A posting on Facebook looking for new players intrigued her. She tried out that week and hasn’t stopped rolling since, unless you count the time out for the broken leg - an injury that was part jackhammer, part roller derby.

It’s possible that even a broken leg didn’t slow her down too much. She’ s a whirlwind of activity, always busy, always working. Her commitments range from being a single mom to three school-age kids, full-time mason, and part-time bartender. And then, there’s the Derby Girl thing. Gina loves the team, the fellowship and friendship that goes along with the derby. Fiercely committed to the women and the team, 10 OCTOBER 2010

she’s been building a track in a warehouse space for the team to practice on - alone - and in her spare time.

A member of the Local 2 Bricklayer’s Union, she’s been a mason for 5 years. It’s not an easy job, laying concrete and stone, especially through the winter. One of few woman on a job traditionally dominated by men doesn’t seem like a picnic, either. But Boom Boom Bambino doesn’t complain about it, not at all. She describes her work, her family and the Derby, with an easy smile. One that says she’s enjoying it all.

The thing to remember about Gina and all her Derby Girl pals, is that the roller derby is a volunteer commitment. All of those women leave their jobs and families in order to practice once a week. They work out, practice skating and falling (yes, there is an art to falling) and scrimmage each other. All of this to be ready for Saturday night’s bout.

On a recent Tuesday evening, the Derby Girls were out at the Armory practicing. It’s an intense two hour practice, with plenty of cat-calling, shoving and laughing. It was part practice, part rehearsal, as the ladies try out their alter egos, shed their suits and work clothes for shorts and roller skates, masks and fishnet stockings. As they skate round and round, passing, pushing, doing what derby girls do, it’s easy to see the love here. These women clearly care about each other, their team, and putting on a good show.

She tried out that week and hasn’t stopped rolling since.

The Armory on Washington Ave is a great place for a roller derby, and all the players are proud of their venue. Rather than being enclosed by a wall, as hockey rinks are, the Derby Girls skate on a wooden floor with no barrier between them and the seats. Fans sit on three sides, close to the action.

The derby is loud, with the sounds of the skates screeching on the floor and the teams cheering each other on. The din is punctuated by the loud boom of women falling. They aren’t down for long. While I watched, Gina was out on the floor, up, down and around more than a few times. The jams are short, only 2 minutes.

And there are multiple jams in each period.

Her teammates kindly explained the rules to me, which I tried really hard to follow, but it was easier to sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

If it’s not enough to go out for spectacle, have fun and cheer for these hard working women, then go to support a good cause.

Each bout is a fundraiser supporting local charities like the Hudson Mohawk Humane Society, the American Red Cross and Girl Scouts of America. Their first bout is in January, and you can find their schedule at albanyallstars.com. This year, Gina is skating for the Department of Public Hurts, one of three teams that make up the Albany All Stars. This January, I’ll pack up my kids and head out for a night of roller derby. We’ll be the folks down front, cheering like crazy for Boom Boom Bambino.

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Giving Back is Good Locals may remember ’s r the recent article in the o Spotlight Newspaper about ni ner e Lisa and Mike Jones. Mike was S or paralyzed during a Rugby accident C and the family’s life has changed in ways that no one can be prepared for. Now a quadriplegic, Mike is working hard each day to regain what strength and movement he can. The article caught more than the attention of Don Greenblatt, a resident of Delmar Place Assisted Living Community. Don felt compelled to act in some way to help the Jones family because of similar circumstance. Don himself uses a wheelchair and knows the difficulties a person with limited mobility can face.

When he first saw the Spotlight articles about the Jones family and their new found struggles to make their home accessible for Mike, he understood their challenges and wanted to help.

For the past three years, Don has been a resident of Delmar Place but for years before was using a wheelchair to ambulate his way through daily life. A former State worker assisting families with disabled children, Don found himself diagnosed with Late On-Set Tay-Sachs disease (LOTS). Tay-Sachs is a rare recessive genetic disorder causing deterioration of mental and physical abilities due to an attack on the nervous system. It usually presents itself around 6 months of age and results in death by the age of four. Late-Onset-Tay-Sachs is even more rare, and usually presents by 30 years of age. It is frequently misdiagnosed but is not directly fatal. What it does do, however, is make normal mobility a challenge, because of its attack on the neuro-muscular system.

“A wheel chair is LIBERATING!” states Greenblatt. “An electric chair and modified van for Mike will liberate him from his quadriplegia. I have found this to be true for myself with my own disease.” Through his electric wheelchair and specially equipped van, Don has found a freedom to enjoy life through increased mobility. He continues to amaze and impress those who know him because of his assertiveness to live life to the fullest. Don frequently enjoys outings for errands, visits with friends and for weekend getaways to places he carefully researches for handicapped accessibility. He attributes this freedom, not only to his desire, but to the adaptive equipment that he has acquired. This equipment, he feels, is essential to 12 OCTOBER 2010

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When Don read about the efforts of the community to help the Jones family adapt their home, he felt it would be just as important for Lisa and Mike to someday have an adapted van so that they could participate in outings as a family.

With all the same passion he exhibits in his own life, Don has taken on a personal challenge to help Mike and Lisa acquire a van to suit their needs. His first call was to Mike and Lisa themselves. Don felt it was important to meet them and let them know that he understood what they were going through. He showed them his chair and van and told them that this kind of equipment could be available to them. Then Don called Bill LaChapelle of Mobility Works in Scotia. For the past 25 years, they have been assisting disabled families with their transportation needs. Different disabilities require different modifications, so Mobility Works customizes van’s to meet the needs of the person and/or family. With Don’s help, a connection was made and Mobility Works has begun to format a van for the Jones family. Although Mobility Works makes every effort to keep the cost of vans affordable, on top of all the other new expenses presented to the family, the cost of the van is another on their long list.

It is amazing how as a people we are compelled to help someone in need. It is essentially what makes us different as humans--our ability to feel compassion to the needs of others. Many know the joy in giving and what good feelings come from “doing” for someone else—no matter how small.

Don could not be more pleased that soon the Jones family will be able to be out in the community together with the help of Mike’s adaptive equipment. Don knows and understands first hand how important it is to the healing process and their quality of life. He is just glad to have been able to be a part of their joy in some small way. If you would like to help, donations can be mailed to: Michael Jones Supplemental Needs Trust, PO Box 38086, Albany NY 12203. .

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Over and over again, I have been told by my clients at the end of the collaborative process that they were satisfied because they felt included and empowered. As The collaborative process affords spouses the opportunity to sit down a lawyer in my matrimonial litigation practice I focus primarily on monetary issues. together with their collaborative attorneys within days or weeks at most. The These issues are not unimportant to my clients but not always of primary concern. entire process can be over in hours in simple matters or in a few weeks for more I often hear that a key variable with clients seems to be “was I listened to fairly?” complicated issues if the parties are willing to focus and do the necessary work.

This quick resolution allows people to move on with their lives in a relatively short Clients are understanding what lawyers have long realized and that time. In a litigation setting, it often takes 6 to 24 months to obtain a trial date is that fewer than one out of ten cases are resolved by a Judge. Settlement for unresolved issues. In the collaborative process people can use their time in matrimonial matters is much more common than trials. Nonetheless, the efficiently. Any Courthouse regular will report that much of the time on a hearing Court system and much lawyering are built around an adversarial mind-set that date is spent waiting for the Judge to hear the case. The Court waiting time is permeates attitudes, habits, and institutional support. The prevalent attitude in a emotionally and financially draining. Clients are frustrated by adjournments and litigation mind-set is that “I will win-you will lose. Winning is beating you.” postponements. Lack of quick resolution can result in not receiving necessary support or in further family instability and conflict. Many settlements occur in the Collaborative Family Law is a new, distinct and unique dispute hallways and in Courthouse cafeterias. Many of these settlements might not resolution process option. It allows for the active participation by the spouses. occur without the fear of the risks of a litigated result. The collaborative setting 4-way settlement conferences involving both spouses and their respective offers a client a choice as to the timing, setting and atmosphere of the settlement attorneys as the principal means by which communication and negotiation take discussion. It also gives the spouses another buffer to attempt settlement before place and agreements are reached is the model. The emphasis is on the words investing the financial and emotional resources in undertaking the risks of a trip common goals and settlement. The downside of emphasizing settlement is that to Court. if the odds of settlement success are low, the client pays for all lower levels of conflict resolution and then for the inevitable Court process as well. But with an Parties often divorce due to communication problems. Settling divorce avoidance of the resort to litigation, or even the threat of litigation, the chances for issues through litigation or direct attorney negotiation rarely improves those attaining settlement are enhanced. dynamics---- actually they often get worse. Working together collaboratively as a team provides more effective communication. The environment is less stressful While there is a possibility for additional costs if pre-court efforts because the spouses know that they are working toward common goals. Less are not successful, I believe that the possibility of resolution is worth the price. stress facilitates better communication.

Non-adversarial efforts are less costly and, if successful, may keep the conflict contained or even change the way the parties perceive each other and interact so As a lawyer I too am benefitted by the collaborative process. I that long-term benefits are possible. experience higher consumer satisfaction with the collaborative process over Court litigation. Though collaborative law is not a panacea it is a new, vibrant Conflict heightens divorcing people’s desperate grasp for control over and vital option to the traditional litigation arena. their lives. People fear that lawyers will accelerate this loss of control and serve as deal breakers who increase hostility between divorcing spouses. A goal of the Stephen C. Prudente, Esq. is a partner in the Law Firm of Maynard, O’Connor, collaborative process is to empower the spouse to make informed decisions for Smith & Catalinotto, LLP, located at 6 Tower Place, Albany, New York 12203. themselves that include being able to deal constructively with the financial reality He is a member of the Collaborative Divorce Association of the Capital District. of divorce.

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A letter from Bethlehem Town Hall Dear Our Towne Readers: For this issue it is important that I tell you about my proposed 2011 Tentative Budget for Bethlehem.

My Statement M Budget B d t St t t ffollows. In summary, this budget: • Addresses a current 2010 fiscal challenge • Proposes a tax levy of 1.8%, the lowest in six years • Cuts costs $801,000 while maintaining essential services • Generates new revenue of $221,000 • Budgets for capital (water, sewer and highway) needs to reduce future costs • Includes a 1% cost-of-living (COLA) adjustment for our employees (the lowest COLA in 17 years) • Proposes an action plan to meet Bethlehem’s water supply needs; and • Plans for 2012 and beyond

I respectfully ask you to attend the October 27, 2010 Public Hearing at 6:00 PM at Town Hall to voice your opinion on my proposed budget – a balanced budget, sensitive to you the taxpayer and to continued quality of life in our town. Please visit www.townofbethlehem.org to view the complete budget proposal.

Sincerely,

Sam Messina Supervisor Sam Messina Supervisor Sam Messina’s Statement on the Town of Bethlehem 2011 Tentative Budget Presented on September 22, 2010 Although I am presenting this Budget overview, I consider the 2011 Tentative Budget the product and result of all of Bethlehem’s Department Heads and staff, because we worked so closely together on it. And right out front I want to thank everyone for their help and guidance.

As a result of our Department Heads participating in a new approach to comprehensive and rigorous budget making, and demonstrating willingness to reduce expenditures, and reduce them again, I am able to present to the public and the Town Board a 2011 Tentative Budget that is in balance. As everyone knows, but it bears telling again, Bethlehem’s 2011 Tentative Budget was created at a time in our history when governments are facing challenges resulting from reduced revenues from increased costs that are unparalleled in recent times.

Let me present you with a summary of the guiding principles and results of the 2011 Tentative Budget, and then Comptroller Suzanne Traylor will provide further background and details.

2010 BUDGET • First things first! I am Proposing Direct Action To Solve the 2010 Projected Budget Deficit: The only fiscally responsible action is to address current projected deficits, before I propose a Tentative Budget for 2011, and that is what I will do.

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The general fund 2010 budget was $18,058,000, with then projected revenues of $17,484,000. The difference, $574,000, was to go against the fund balance. However, changes occurred during the year. Projected revenues dropped $771,000 due to decreases in county sales tax and mortgage transfer tax, both outside of Bethlehem’s control. To offset this impact as much as we could, Bethlehem Town Government cut costs by $374,000. The new projected deficit of $971,000 will be applied to the general fund balance, leaving $2,931,000. This fund balance is above of the 1015% range suggested by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller (OSC). And, we are using the excess fund balance as recommended

by OSC to reduce taxpayers impact and invest in our community.

2011 TENTATIVE BUDGET • We Will Keep Taxes as Low as Possible in Bethlehem! This is a cornerstone of the 2011 Tentative Budget and it is a commitment that I will keep to the residents and businesses of Bethlehem.

The proposed tax levy is 1.8% and equates to a rate increase of 0.19% per $100,000 of assessed value. For 2011, that equates to an average of $12.85 for each taxable parcel in Bethlehem. This is the lowest tax rate in six years. Tax rate increases over the previous six years were 7.3% to 2.2%.

In a time when many towns, villages and cities are raising their taxes significant amounts, the 2011 Tentative Budget keeps taxes very low at an average of $12.85 per parcel, or looked at another way, $4.95 per Bethlehem resident. I have proposed cuts to Bethlehem’s Budget to keep taxes down. To cut our programs more at this time would not have been responsible or reasonable. From surveys I have seen resulting from the Comprehensive Planning process and the Bethlehem 20/20 Report, and from my discussions with residents and businesspersons, I am confident that our community will support a necessary and justified tax increase to maintain the quality of life in Bethlehem, as long as their Town Government leaders carefully manage the dollars. We are doing that.

• We Have Aggressively Cut Costs $801,000 While at the Same Time Maintaining Valued Services: These reductions are painful since our budget was already lean.

Department heads were given specific written guidelines by me to reduce expenditures. They did that. Our Comptroller and her staff then met with the departments, and based on their analysis asked for, and got, additional reductions. Then I asked for further cuts of 3-5%, primarily in contractual services, and that was done.

• We Needed to Generate Significant New and Increased Revenue Sources: $221,000 of additional revenue to balance the 2011 Tentative Budget has been generated. The sources are cable franchise modifications, fee adjustments which needed to be updated across a range of departments and the inclusion of some new fees where appropriate.

Implementing good audit practices will enable us to seek the recapture of $130,000 of cable franchise fees owed the Town in 2011, and $25,000 yearly going forward. And a careful and thoughtful review of our current fee structures, new programs, and the inclusion of user fees when appropriate has resulted in over $91,000.

THE FUTURE – 2011 AND BEYOND: We Must Plan and Act Now to Assure Bethlehem’s Future Financial Security and Quality of Life: Therefore, I am proposing the following actions targeted at planning for Bethlehem’s future well-being and by

that I mean lowest possible costs and highest possible services. Key actions are: avoiding morale-busting and program destructive layoffs; a Capital Plan; a Cost-of-Living Adjustment and Performance Appraisal Program; a Cost Allocation Method; Maximize our Water Supply Assets; and, the 20/20 Implementation Program.

center. Bethlehem’s Comptroller has proposed this sound accounting method which is in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). And, I commend our Highway Superintendent, our Commissioner of Public Works, and their staffs for supporting these improvements.

• We Will Not Lay Off Our Staff: The departments we reviewed were lean. Strict vacancy controls have been effective at trimming personnel costs. The residents and businesses of Bethlehem get outstanding service from our current staff. I have said that our staff is our most valuable resource. Therefore, we have proposed other measured cost reduction and revenue approaches to meet the fiscal challenge for 2011. I will not succumb to the mantra that cutting staff is a necessary action.

In fact, in my 30 years of organizational financial management and budgeting experience, I have learned that it can result in increased costs and reduced services in very short order.

• Bethlehem’s Water Supply Issue Needs To Be Addressed Head On:

During 2011, we will continue the very effective position vacancy control measures implemented during 2010. Department heads must provide extensive and persuasive justification to replace any position which becomes vacant during the year, and each request is reviewed by the Director of Human Resources Management, the Comptroller and the Supervisor.

• For The First Time Ever, Bethlehem’s 2011 Tentative Budget Includes A Capital Budget Component: Last year, the NYS Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) strongly recommended that Bethlehem adopt a capital plan. As part of our 2011 Tentative Budget, we now have a plan that is practical, not pie-in-the-sky, projected over four years, not twenty. It is a first step to systematically invest in our water, sewer and facility needs. The actions proposed in this Tentative Budget will reduce capital replacement and repair costs, and maintain the quality of life that residents and businesspersons expect in Bethlehem. The investment in 2011 will be $1,391,000, and at the currently favorable bonding rates, our annual incremental cost for the payment of debt and principal will be approximately $153,000 over 12 years.

• Bethlehem’s Future Depends on a Competent and Motivated Staff: To achieve this, I have included a cost-of-living increase (COLA) in the 2011 Tentative Budget of 1% for our employees. This is the lowest proposed COLA in 17 years with prior years ranging up to 4.5%. The present Consumer Price Index (CPI) is 2.7%. Further, any organization that values its employees, and we do, should include an effective performance appraisal program. The relatively low cost of this program provides department heads with a powerful tool to encourage high performance. Our Town staff is absolutely essential to protect and improve our Town’s future. We can’t afford to lose them, or neglect them, and I will not.

• Good Management and Accounting Principles Support Allocating Costs Properly to Programs: I propose an indirect cost allocation method which, for the first time, properly allocates General Fund expenses (Human Resources, Comptrollers, Information Technology, and Tax Office) to the Special Funds – Water, Sewer and Highway. This allocation method is a well established accounting procedure. For the first time, and now into the future, it creates a level playing field for all funds. Each fund: general, water, sewer, and highway will stand as a cost and revenue

My proposed 2011 Tentative Budget includes maximizing our water supply assets by unifying our Town’s water system.

15 years of data and every one of the 7,300 analytical tests demonstrate that the water from the Clapper Road Plant exceeds all drinking water standards. I assure you that I would not be proposing the action if there were any concerns over water quality.

Beyond that, the other feasible alternatives (continuing the existing system or re-building the anticipated New Salem Plant) will cost Bethlehem an additional $1 Million or more per year. Equally important, these more costly alternatives continue the extensive dependence on the costly Albany water supply and result in other costs and management concerns by limiting our water system’s operational flexibility.

To sum up, Bethlehem has no choice except to take action to meet new stringent Environment Protection Agency (EPA) mandates in 2011. Our budget proposes the safest and most cost-effective way to do that.

• The 2011 Tentative Budget is Carefully Balanced and Now We Need To Plan More In Order To Be Prepared For an Uncertain Future: Overall, looking to the future, by being cautious in our revenue and expenditure estimates, making difficult but tempered revenue and expenditure choices, developing a Capital Plan and strengthening our accounting approaches, Bethlehem is positioned well for 2011.

But I’m not stopping there! Very importantly, the recently created 20/20 Implementation Committee is now busy at work to reap additional benefits for Bethlehem for the 2012 Budget, and beyond.

The subcommittees are driving forward in three areas: Economy, Efficiency and Effectiveness in Town Government; Cooperation among Bethlehem’s Taxing Jurisdictions, and; Economic Development.

Considering the high caliber and independent judgment approaches of the fifteen participating community leaders, there is no doubt we are taking action now, to protect and improve Bethlehem’s future.

Please let me summarize. Looking at the budget process and budget results for the 2011 Tentative Budget, I truly believe we have served the public and Town Government well. In the most difficult of fiscal times, we have balanced the budget, kept taxes very low, acted to responsibly reduce costs and increase revenues, avoided cutting our most important resource, our Town staff, and addressed the critically important water supply issue. And, this budget will continue the public services that Bethlehem residents and businesspersons deserve.

I thank all of the wonderful department heads and staff that have cooperated, contributed and become my partners in creating the 2011 Tentative Budget, and in so many other ways.

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Mary Rea Another Chance For A Second Chance To Be A High School Senior The weekend of September 11th was a special one for me.

I attended my 35th high school class reunion in Saugerties, New York. Yes, 35 years ago I stood on the auditorium stage with my classmates and received a Regents Diploma. This weekend was a time for me to get together and catch-up with old friends.

(Well…..not that old!)

I attended the Friday night event with a childhood friend, Kathy (Kate) Smith.

We became BFF in kindergarten at the tender age of 5 years old. We spent many wonderful years growing up together and share a friendship that’s lasted to this day. On our way to the reunion we shared many memories mixed with laughter. We also expressed serious concern as to whether or not we’d be recognized by fellow classmates and vice-versa.

When I walked into the banquet room I was greeted with music from the 70’s. I immediately felt as though I’d stepped into “Mr. Peabody’s and Sherman’s WABAC time machine” (remember that cartoon?) and was transferred back to September 1975. I no longer needed to concern myself about matching names with faces because the Reunion Committee had taken the liberty of passing out large-print nametags (made especially for those of us who had not yet undergone Lasik Surgery!). They also hoped everyone brought their appetites because a large assortment of delicious smelling food was waiting for us.

This writer didn’t disappoint the committee. Considering the caterer’s hard work….how rude of me to show up and just nibble on a few hors d ‘oeuvres!

To my amazement I recognized many of my classmates.

Although I didn’t remember some of their names, their faces looked familiar. Our appearances had changed in that some of us were sporting grey hair and some, very little hair. Not me though – by sheer coincidence I happened to have an appointment with my stylist earlier in the week.

(It was the only time she could fit me in - lol.) Some of us had become a little “thick” around the middle - and other places too. Some of us arrived wearing very fashionable bifocals.

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I t was clear that many members of the Class of ’75 still had their same fun-loving personalities. Being at the reunion gave me an instant energy boost and even though we passed around pictures of our kids, all the laughing and joking made me feel I was 17 again and back in 12th grade.

I guess no matter how old we are, we never quite forget our high school years. We reminisced about our favorite and least favorite teachers. We talked about our senior trip to NYC. We were all in denial about wearing those ridiculous 70’s styles of clothing and hairdos……until… ..a few people showed up with incriminating pictures….. yikes! (Who let them in?). “Happy Days” was voted the most popular TV show and Elton John, our favorite musical entertainer.

We took time to reflect on the lives of those classmates who had passed on and how they played a role in our lives during our 4 years together. This led to an honestly open discussion on our thoughts about where our lives had gone since graduation day. We all agreed that our most important accomplishments were our families. Some then spoke about their dream careers which, for some, involved world travelling. Some spoke proudly of never leaving the area. Some of us were married. Some of us were divorced. Some lost a partner or child in death and carry their memories in their hearts. Some of us found love the second (and third) time around. We all agreed that time goes by too quickly and now is the time to enjoy our lives and to take care of ourselves. We needed to be easier on ourselves and realized that life is a process and we’re learning and growing all the time. We also agreed that at this stage in life, it might be a good idea to frown less and smile more; why not show off those expensive, gorgeous implants and porcelain veneers!

We ended the evening with a raffle. As the winning numbers were announced, I noticed nobody came forward to claim their prize. At this point I suggested that it might be a good idea if we put away our pride and put on our reading glasses to see those tiny numbers. I quickly started hearing, “Ah, that’s better!” Instantly, the winners walked up with their tickets and collected their prizes. After many hugs and goodbyes, we all left smiling and agreed to meet again in 5 years for our (what number?) reunion. OMG, just saying Class Reunion sounds fine to me.

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You should. A national patient survey conducted by the American Pharmacists Association revealed that respondents who knew their pharmacist’s name had better medication use habits. These patients were more likely to tell their pharmacist other medications they were using, read product labels, know the main ingredients of their prescription medications and use their pharmacist as a source of information on medicines.

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Give yourself a little quiz and test your medication knowledge. For each medication you take (including non prescription and dietary supplements) can you identify four important things: the name of the medication, the dose or strength, directions for how you use it and the reason you take each medication? If you knew all four things for each medication, give yourself an A+. If you did not, keeping a personal medication record can help.

How can I keep an accurate and up to date list of all my medications?

A personal medication record (PMR) can help you keep track of all your medications. The PMR should include the name, strength/dose, directions and reason you take each medication. Remember to list prescription and non-prescription medications including any herbal or dietary supplements you take. If you need help making a PMR, a sample is available from (http://www.ahrq.gov/consumer/safemeds/safeform.pdf). Share your PMR with your pharmacist, physicians and the other members of your health care team.

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Not all medications mix well together. For example, some can interact changing how the medication works in your body.

Others can cause added adverse effects when combined. Including when non-prescription and herbal products are mixed with each other or with prescription medications. If you have multiple doctors and/or multiple pharmacies, keeping a PMR is especially important to make sure there are no interactions or duplications. Although some herbal or dietary supplements have been shown to help manage some conditions, they are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

That means that clinical trials or studies are not required to determine if they work to manage your symptoms. It is also not always known if they have interactions with other medications or what adverse effects they might cause. Let your health care team know you are taking them, so they can monitor for their benefit and for any problems.

Some pharmacists offer a specific service called Medication Therapy Management. During the session you can sit down with your pharmacist to review all your medications, ask questions and learn new information. Together, you and your pharmacist can create a PMR to review with your physicians along with any potential problems that are detected during this review.

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Fall is here…the skies are screaming blue, full of puffy white clouds, leaves changing colors, the kids are back to school and soon frost will be nipping in the night air. What a great time to settle in with a great book!!!! A recent customer was in looking for a series of adventure/fantasy books for her fifth grade son.

Her son had discovered that he enjoyed reading “series” books this summer and wanted a collection for this year’s classroom reading requirements. Mom left with two books in the “Hatchet” series by Gary Paulsen. When teaching fifth grade, “Hatchet” was the book I used for creative journaling. With each chapter, my students would respond to the daily challenges of young Brian’s struggle to survive in the Canadian wilderness after his plane crashes leaving him to his own devices to survive.

While alone he also deals with the divorce of his parents and that correlating struggle to find a way to survive impending challenges and changes in his life. This book helped stimulate discussions and insight into problem solving on both topics. This book was published 23 years ago…long before TV’s “Survivor” and is still well received and loved today.

Another recent customer came looking for books for her child that would keep her interested and perhaps compliment some of the curriculum that she would be learning this year. We decided upon the “Dear America” series. These wonderful books written by various authors (One notably Kathryn Lasky of the “Guardians of Ga’Hoole series) are historical fiction presented in diary or journal form. With titles such as: “West to a Land of Plenty” (Diary of Teresa Angelino Viscardi: NY to Idaho Territory, 1883), “Dreams in the Golden Country” (Diary of Zipporah Feldman, Jewish Immigrant Girl: NY City, 1903) and “Color Me Dark” (Diary of Nellie Lee Love, The Great Migration North, Chicago, Illinois, 1919) to name just a few she chose one on the Mayflower and one in the Gold Rush diaries.

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Speaking of great series writers, I would like to say how wonderful I thought it was to see the feature on Bethlehem’s own, James Preller, in last week’s Our Towne Bethlehem! He has always been one of my favorite children’s authors ever since my nephew Jacob introduced me to the Jigsaw Jones series 8 years ago! One of my favorite experiences was my Jigsaw Jones Unit with my second graders at St. Brigid’s Regional! The teachers and I would create a similar mystery within the school with clues, maps etc. What fun! Also, if you have an opportunity to read “Bystander” (I suggest ages 9-adult) you will find it to be one of the best novels on the topic of bullying written. If I were still working in a school, I would make this book integral to my bullying unit in middle school grades. My nephew, Jacob’s 8th grade read it as a summer reading requirement this year!

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FINANCIAL FOCU$ It’s No Treat to Be “Tricked” by Scary Investment Moves If you have young children, or even if you just have some in your neighborhood, you know they will soon acquire large amounts of free candy, obtained by impersonating witches, vampires and other scary creatures. As an adult, of course, you’re unlikely to encounter too many monsters after Halloween ends. Yet as you go through life, you will find some things that are truly alarming — such as scary investment moves.

Here are a few of these frightful actions: Investing too conservatively — You could try to avoid investment risk by putting all your money into very conservative investments.

However, as you’re probably aware, those investments typically pay very little in the way of interest, so your money could actually lose purchasing power, even with a mild rate of inflation.

Investing too aggressively — Just as investing too conservatively can be counterproductive, so can investing too aggressively.

Obviously, you would like your money to grow, but the investments with the highest growth potential are usually also those that carry the greatest risk to your principal.

2.69% to 5.99%

Putting too much money in too few investments — If you put too many of your investment dollars into just one or two types of assets, and a downturn hits those assets, your portfolio will probably take a big hit.

Waiting too long to invest — As an investor, your biggest asset may be time. The more years in which you have to invest, the greater the likelihood that you can make progress toward your important financial goals.

Taking a “timeout” from investing — During periods of significant market volatility, such as we’ve seen the past few years, you might be tempted to take a “timeout” from investing and stick all your money into very conservative vehicles until everything “blows over.” But the financial markets will never be totally calm, nor will they be predictable. Market rallies can start unexpectedly; if you’re not invested when that happens, you may miss out on growth opportunities.

Ignoring tax-advantaged investment opportunities — When you invest in a tax-deferred investment account, such as your 401(k) and a traditional IRA, your money has the opportunity to grow faster than it would if it were placed in an investment on which you paid taxes every year. If you aren’t contributing to your 401(k) and you haven’t opened an IRA, you’re missing out on a great chance to build resources for retirement.

To make sure you don’t fall victim to these scary investment moves, you need only follow a few simple principles. First, take the long view — you will see ups and downs in the short term, but historically the market has performed well over the long term. (Keep in mind, though, that past performance is not guarantee of what will happen in the future.) Second, diversify your holdings among a variety of investments. Diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss, but it can help reduce the effects of volatility.

Try to build a diversified portfolio based on your risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals. And finally, consider boosting your 401(k) contributions whenever your salary increases and fully funding your IRA each year.

Halloween comes but once a year, but scary investment moves can haunt you for a lifetime — so take the right steps to help avoid them.

9/30/2010,

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and Financial Advisors do not offer tax or legal advice.

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Dear John, I am writing on behalf of the Anne’s Quest Foundation, a Not for Profit organization founded by our family in partnership with The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region, a 501 © (3) charitable organization, to recognize my sister, Anne Rosenthal, who lost a valiant battle with colon cancer on October 20, 2007. The primary mission of Anne’s Quest Foundation is to raise funds to benefit cancer research and awareness as well as to assist with quality of life and financial support for those touched by the disease.

This October, Albany-based Anne’s Quest Foundation will host its third annual run/walk to raise money to benefit families and children who have been affected by cancer. This year the Foundation is challenging themselves to raise $25K to continue to better the quality of life of those touched by the disease as well as supply donations that fund cancer research and awareness. The details for the third annual Anne’s Quest Foundation Run/Walk include: Date: October 23rd Where: Shaker High School (Latham, NY) Fee: $20 pre-race registration; $25 day-of race registration (first 350 entries receive a complimentary t-shirt) Registration/Pack Pick-Up: 8am-9am (day of race) Length: 5K run/3K walk Although my sister’s battle is now over, the greater war continues to rage. It is the greater goal of Anne’s Quest Foundation that this event, and those in the future, will support the “race” for a cure for cancer so that others may survive.

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National Bullying Prevention Month Thursday, October 21st ACCA delivers prevention education to over 3,500 at-risk Capital Region children each year to help support healthy communities and prevent underage drinking, drug abuse and other risky behaviors such as early sexual activity, school delinquency and teen violence. Research has shown that bullying in middle school may lead to increased substance abuse in high school, and in response ACCA has recently added a bullying prevention curriculum to our programming. In recognition of October as National Bullying Prevention Month, ACCA has set forth plans to engage the community in an effort to combat school bullying through two upcoming events.

First, in collaboration with Bethlehem Middle School, ACCA held a Town Hall Forum moderated by WNYT anchor, Benita Zahn, on Tuesday at the middle school. We invited local author, James Preller, who has recently published Bystander, a fiction book about middle school bullying, to participate as a panelist, along with a school guidance counselor, a principal, a parent, and a police officer.

Next, we have invited NY Times best-selling author and antibullying activist, Jodee Blanco, to present her interactive workshop to the community on Thursday, October 21st.

Ms. Blanco’s workshop, entitled, It’s Not Just Joking Around, will be presented at Crossgates Banquet House in the morning to a variety of area high school students who are members of SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions). She will also make a presentation to 8th graders at Bethlehem Middle School in the afternoon, culminating with a 2-hour community presentation to teachers, parents and students in the evening at Bethlehem High School. To learn more about Jodee Blanco, please visit www.jodeeblanco.com.

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Bethlehem Library Calendar a screening of The Lightning Thief (PG, 120

FAB FOUR FILM FEST: A HARD DAY’S NIGHT (G, 85 minutes) Friday October 1 * 7pm A playful day-in-the-life look at The Beatles’ early days. Come at 6pm to play Guitar Hero before the film starts.

TECHNOLOGY FAIR Saturday October 2 * 11am-2pm Exhibits, demos, raffles, games, goodies and more. Featuring presentations by Vicarious Visions, Inc. (makers of Guitar Hero) and Adirondack Solar. Exhibits and demonstrations by Barnes and Noble (The Nook), Capital Region Geocachers, Cornell Cooperative Extension, MicroKnowledge, Slingerlands Elementary Lego League, Staples and Tangora Technologies.

ECO-CRAFTS FOR KIDS Saturday October 2 * 11am-2pm Do a variety of earth-friendly crafts with Cornell Cooperative Extension. All ages.

CAREERS IN GAMING Saturday October 2 * 11:30am Adrian Earle, design group manager for Vicarious Visions, Inc., will talk about how to prepare for a career in the creative, competitive world of gaming.

RENEWABLE ENERGY OPTIONS Saturday October 2 * 1pm Adirondack Solar’s Michael Cellini will talk about upstate New York’s renewable energy resources, installation options, and consumer access to state incentives and tax credits.

PAJAMA-RAMA Monday October 4 and Tuesday October 12 * 7pm Wear your PJs and bring your favorite stuffed animal for bedtime stories, songs and dancing. Up to age 6 & families.

FAMILY PLAYTIME Wednesdays, October 6-27 * 10am Meet other parents and caregivers while your young children play with toys, puzzles, balls & board books. Up to age 6 with adult.

ANIME/MANGA/COSPLAY CLUB Thursday October 7 * 3:30pm * All things anime, manga, video games, comics, costumes. Hang out and talk with other teens.

Grade 6 and up.

PASSPORT TO FUN Thursdays, October 7-28 * 4pm Stories and activities for kids on their own.

Your “passport” will be stamped every week.

Collect stamps and win chances in a raffle on October 28. Grade K-2.

THE CHILDREN’S CIRCLE Thursdays, October 7, 14 and 28 Storytimes: 7pm; Playtimes: 7:30pm A welcoming place for children of all ages and abilities. Call Jennifer Hanley at 439-9314 ext.

3031 if you have questions about your child’s specific needs. Supported by a grant from the Upper Hudson Library System.

PERCY JACKSON DAY Monday October 11 at 10am (crafts and games) and 2:30pm (movie) Mythology trivia, crafts and games for grades K-5 at 10am, and

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DAYBOOKS Monday October 11 * 1:30pm Lark and Termite by Jayne Ann Phillips.

Copies available at the information desk. New members welcome.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEETING Tuesday October 12 * 6:30pm * open to public AFTER DINNER BOOKS Wednesday October 13 * 7pm The Elegance of the Hedghog by Muriel Barbery. Copies available at the information desk. New members welcome.

PAWS TO READ Thursdays, October 14-October 28 * 4pm Meet a gentle dog who loves to listen to kids reading stories. Bring a favorite tale and read it aloud—your furry listener will be all ears!

Child’s attendance at all three days is required; parents/caregivers may attend if they wish.

School age; call 439-9314 .

SHORT ORDER BOOKS Friday October 15 * 10am Stash by David Klein. Copies available at the information desk. New members welcome.

The author will be at the meeting to talk about the book.

MY VERY OWN STORY GROUP Friday October 15 * 10am Stories, songs, dancing and movies for children age 3-6 while their parents/caregivers attend ShortOrder books.

SOUNDS OF SINATRA Friday October 15 * 1pm Ken Stuart returns to perform Ol’ Blue Eyes favorites. Supported by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc. FAB FOUR FILM FEST: THE U.S. vs. JOHN LENNON (PG-13, 96 minutes) Friday October 15 * 7pm A look at the beloved Beatle’s work as an anti-war activist. Come at 6pm to play Guitar Hero before the film starts.

SAVE ENERGY, SAVE $$ Monday October 18 * 6:30pm Learn about low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy and reduce home energy bills in this slide show presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Participants receive a free energy kit.

TEEN READ WEEK: VOTE FOR TEENS’ TOP 10 Tuesday October 19 * 2-8pm Join teens across the country in selecting your fave top 10 books.

Winners will be announced Friday October 22 at the Teen Read Week wrap-up event. Grade 6 and up.

TELEPHONE PICTIONARY Tuesday October 19 * 3:30pm You’ve played Pictionary before, but never like this! Stop by for a round of this great wordsand pictures-game. Grade 2-5.

WORM COMPOSTING AT HOME Tuesday October 19 * 7pm Gary Feinland of the NYSDEC will present and demonstrate two types of worm composting bins.

TEEN READ WEEK: MOVIES WITH BITE Wednesday October 20 * 6:30pm Cirque du Freak: Vampire’s Assistant (PG-13, 75 minutes). Grade 6 and up.

TEEN READ WEEK: AUDIO CAFE Thursday October 21, 2-8pm The teen area will be transformed into a café devoted to the spoken word and cool teen audiobooks and Playaways. Grade 6 and up.

HELPING YOUNG CHILDREN MANAGE ANGER AND FRUSTRATION Thursday October 21 * 6:30pm Tips for promoting a peaceful home environment by helping children deal with their anger. Parents/caregivers; call 439-9314 to sign up.

Supported by a grant from the Upper Hudson Library System.

TEEN TIME Fridays, October 22 and 29 * 3pm DDR, Guitar Hero, Wii, and games for grade 6 and up.

TEEN READ WEEK: LITERARY BATTLE OF THE BANDS Friday October 22 * 3pm Wrap up Teen Read Week to the beat of Guitar Hero. Which songs rock harder? Books face off and only you an decide their fate! Grade 6 and up.

HALLOWEEN BINGO Saturday October 23 * 10:30am Celebrate a spook-tacular Halloween—and don’t be goblin up the playing pieces! Pre-K and up.

HALLOWEEN CRAFT Wednesday October 27 * 6-8pm Duct tape skulls, gravestones, werewolves and other scary stuff. Grade 6 and up.

LISTENING PARTY Thursday October 28 * 7pm Classic rock fans are invited to listen to and talk about Jimi Hendrix’ Axis Bold As Love. Librarian Michael Farley will provide background and facilitate discussion.

HALLOWEEN PARADE Friday October 29 * 10am and 1:30pm Com in costume and enjoy some spooky movies, make your own goodie bag, and join a trick-or-treat parade through the library. Up to age 6 and families.

FAB FOUR FILM FEST: ACROSS THE UNIVERSE (PG-13, 2 hours 13 minutes) Friday October 29 * 6:30pm A musical based on The Beatles Songbook, set in the Vietnam era. The love story of Lucy and Jude is intertwined with over 30 songs, together with visual allusions to the Fab Four’s timeless films.

Louise Grieco Public Information Specialist Bethlehem Public Library 439-9314 * griecol@uhls.lib.ny.us

Bethlehem Memorial Post 3185’s Men’s Auxiliary would like to thank the following sponsors for making our annual Steak Roast one of the most successful ever!!!

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