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Working Hard… and Loving It! Woodstone Development, LLC is one of the Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development’s newest members.

See pages 8-12 to see what is behind the success of this Custom Home Design and Building company.

INSIDE: President’s Message page 2 Annual Meeting to honor Patrick Dollard and Jim Bates page 4 Sullivan County IDA earns high marks page 6 Woodstone Development building a strong reputation pages 8 & 9 Business Briefs pages 10 & 11 Partnership Forums Add Value to Membership page 12

Vote ‘YES’ for Casino Gaming this November F

or nearly 40 years Sullivan County residents have been promised – and denied – the ability to open up either a full-fledged or Indian-run casino.

But on November 5 this may all change as a statewide referendum to amend the Constitution to allow nonIndian casinos will appear on the ballot.

If passed, the amendment would grant New York State the power to locate four casinos in three regions of the state: The Catskill-Hudson Valley, The Southern Tier and Capital-Saratoga.

Sullivan County, in particular, has been lobbying hard for two casinos, which would mark the rebirth of the Catskills and also create thousands upon thousands of new jobs beginning with construction.

What they are saying: Sullivan County Legislature Chairman Scott Samuelson, who also owns the Bradstan B & B in White Lake, said, “Class 3 gaming if approved in November could, providing our Sullivan County casino developers are granted one or potentially even two of the gaming licenses that are possible, mark the beginning of a very bright economic future for Sullivan County.

“Although not the panacea or silver bullet it was perceived as many years ago, a destination commercial casino resort as a part of our year-round tourism efforts would enhance future economic development in a very significant way.

“Ancillary future business development would enjoy year-round support that has been seriously lacking in the

community for several years. It is time to stop the flow of billions of dollars in NY gaming revenues from crossing our borders into New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Canada and soon into Massachusetts and keep them in NY! “The NY State Legislature and the Governor have done their part, it is now up to each and every one of us,” he said. “I strongly urge all voters in Sullivan County and across the state to “flip their ballot” on November 5th and vote YES for Prop One on the back side of the ballot. We welcome

the quality jobs, the new education funding, and most especially significant property tax relief that this legislation promises,” Samuelson said.

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President and CEO Roberta Byron Lockwood said, “As President/CEO of the Sullivan County Visitors Association representing the tourism industry here, we are optimistic that the gaming referendum will pass and spur a variety of independent investment and development of tourism-related businesses. It is important to realize that if a casino resort destination is cited here, that it will not only bring in additional visitors but will bring additional ancillary business,

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Bold Steps Toward Defining Our Future

With the economy beginning to show signs of improvement, the Partnership is positioned to once again take proactive steps toward preparing Sullivan County for future investment. With the potential for transformative projects looming, there is no more critical time than now to create an environment where businesses are confident they will succeed if they invest in Sullivan County. A “Bullish” approach is needed to energize an economy that has been stagnant at best and is thirsty for new investment. To that end, the Partnership has re-established its program of work to best seek new investment, expansion opportunities, and broaden our reach as we begin to attract investment from a variety of targeted industry sectors. After close examination, our Strategic Planning

Committee headed by its Chairman, Larry Wolinski, underscored our priority operational areas of focus.

Those are Corporate Attraction, Business Expansion, Shovel Ready Sites, Cluster Development, Entrepreneurial Development and Membership Education.

At the Sullivan County Partnership we have moved out of a stability mode and are once again entering a more proactive phase, taking bold steps to tackle the extraordinary challenges we face as a rural community that continues to seek ways to invigorate our economy. Completing the work begun years ago to bring our existing commerce areas to shovel ready status, working closely with the Sullivan County Community College to maximize the new Start Up New York program which exhibits

extraordinary potential, aligning more closely with our economic development partners and other stakeCEO/President Marc Baez holders and crafting an effective proactive external marketing program, are just a few of the initiatives we will be under taking in 2014. In addition, we will be adding to our quarterly membership meeting schedule by moving select board meetings throughout the county to better reach those businesses located in the external locations of our service territory in order to provide for more open dialogue and exchange of ideas and information in an effort to deliver a better work prod-

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uct to those locations.

Once again the casino approval process is in motion, though closer than we have ever been in the past.

The Partnership in tandem with the Sullivan County Chamber, and the Sullivan County Visitors Association and County officials has worked to assist the grass roots group ‘Citizens for NYS Gaming’ in their effort to educate the general public about the extraordinary economic impact and benefits of voting yes for approving up to four new casinos in New York State will have on Sullivan County.

If passage occurs, our work will be more critical than ever as the need for ancillary business locations, work force, and specialty services will be in high demand. The speculative market will surely awaken.

Concurrently, we continue to assist small entrepreneurs and mid sized business expansions which have for the most part kept our fragile economy together for several years now.

In 2014 two business expansions

will take place representing 50,000 sq. ft and $5 million in investment as well as a major resort destination facility that promises to revitalize a former prominent Sullivan County resort destination. Other projects are eminent.

Of course our important work could not take place without the continued support our members and partners have given the Partnership for many years. As the Sullivan County Partnership celebrates its 19th year of existence, we welcome new directors and members. And proudly, we applaud our honorees. We thank our members and partner agencies for their support and look forward to an exciting and successful year ahead.

Sincerely,

Marc Baez President, Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development

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jobs and families that will benefit the established tourism businesses within the county.

Terri Ward, President/CEO of the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce, said “The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce has been pro gaming since its inception in 1974. The economic benefits coupled with the new tax revenue going towards elementary and secondary education will benefit the entire state not just the regions where the casinos are proposed.”

Sullivan County Legislator and IDA Chairman Ira Steingart said, “After decades of waiting the voters of NYS will finally have the opportunity to decide if they want class three gaming on non tribal lands in NYS. “The first phase of Proposal one will allow four casinos in three upstate regions with Sullivan County positioned to be one of the locations. This will help jump start our economy creating thousands of jobs, providing property tax relief and provide additional funding for education. Sullivan Coun-

ty's proximity to the NYC market makes it a perfect choice.

“The fact that one site already has final approval saves months in planning and environmental studies and

makes getting in the ground that much quicker. Proposal one means more jobs, property tax relief and more educational funding! Vote yes for proposition 1 in November!” Steingart said.

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Pictured is the Discovery Health Center at the Center for Discovery in Harris. It was the first health care facility in the country to be registered with the U.S. Green Building Council and a recipient of the USGBC’s LEED Certification.

he Center for Discovery’s President and CEO will be honored with the Sullivan County Partnership’s Walter A. Rhulen Award during its 19th Annual Meeting next month.

“We are absolutely delighted to be able to recognize Patrick Dollard for his dedication to the healthcare field and especially children and adults with developmental disabilities.

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“The Center for Discovery, under Patrick’s 30 years of leadership, has become a leader in research and intervention into the complexities of caring for people with disabilities, especially autism spectrum disorder,” Partnership Board Chairman Fred Stabbert III said. “And The Center’s contribution of more than $184 million to the state’s economy is unparalleled in our region. With nearly 1,500 full-time jobs, The Center is not only our largest employer in Sullivan County but also one of our most dedicated companies when it comes to reinvesting in the community.”

The dinner will be held at The Sullivan in Rock Hill on Thursday, October 10 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Tickets are still available at $100 per person and may be obtained by calling Partnership Vice-President Michele Klugman-Resnick at 794-1110 or emailing michele@scpartnership.com.

The Partnership will also be honor-

ing board member James Bates with the Distinguished Service Award for his dedication to spreading the word about the Partnership.

“Jim has not only brought the Partnership many new members from Sullivan and Orange counties but is a significant contributor to our programs both financially and in time and effort,” Stabbert said.

“We are delighted to be able to recognize two people so dedicated to economic development in our region,” Stabbert said.

New Board Members The Sullivan County Partnership will also be congratulating its six newly-elected board members at the Annual Meeting.

“We were delighted by the tremendous response we had to this year’s election,” Stabbert said. “We had 12 candidates vying for 6 seats.”

Re-elected to serve a three-year term were Glenn Gidaly, Jerry

Skoda, Dan Grady, Alan Zuckerman and Michael Dollard. New to the board was Lela Nussbaum, representing First Niagara Bank in Liberty.

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• Grady is the President and CEO of Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties.

• Zuckerman is co-president of Verticon, Ltd. • Dollard, along with his brother, Vince, is the owner of Fitness Factory Health Club in Monticello and Eagle Plaza, where the Fitness Factory is located.

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County of Sullivan IDA Gets High Marks from State Comptroller’s Office A

fter an extensive five week audit and review conducted by the NY Office of State Comptroller (OSC) earlier this year of the County of Sullivan Industrial Development Agency (IDA), a final Report of Examination was released by the State on August 30, 2013.

The objective of the audit was to review the IDA PILOT program to determine of the IDA Board had designed and implemented an adequate system to select, monitor, and manage benefits and incentives granted to businesses within the PILOT program.

The OSC review determined that the IDA has established policies that are specific and clearly articulate project goals and abatement schedules, including indepth cost-benefit analyses. Projects are monitored, performance goals are tracked, and PILOT amounts are adjusted annually based on performance. It also determined that IDA projects have been successful at increasing the long-term tax bases of the corresponding taxing jurisdictions.

The OSC report included one recommendation. It recommended that the IDA should improve their current process for indentifying Board officials’ potential financial interests in projects seeking IDA assistance.

Toward that end the IDA developed an implementation plan that consists of the following: The Agency will engage outside counsel to prepare a memorandum of law on the numerous ethical rules applicable to volun-

teer IDA board members. Secondly, the IDA will require all board members to participate in training focused solely on ethical rules and considerations. Lastly, the Agency will revise its application to include a more accurate and detailed ethics disclosure statement. This plan was submitted to the OSC in an Audit Response Action Plan on August 19, 2013, and was approved.

Ira Steingart, Chairman of the County of Sullivan IDA said, “The County of Sullivan IDA is strongly committed to its mission and is pleased to have the success of its

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PILOT program recognized in this audit. The Agency’s success is the direct result of its dedicated staff and the volunteers that serve on its board, all of whom strive to improve its performance.�

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Woodstone Development builds a reputation And the orchestra leader is Mike Watkins, President and CEO of Woodstone Development, LLC. here is music coming from the “We currently have $5 million under woods in the Town of Bethel even construction on six different projects,” though the outdoor concert season has Watkins said. “And I’ve completed $35 officially ended. million of home construction in here The music is coming from a talented [Chapin Estate].” group of carpenters, masons and home Watkins has been the owner of builders who are busy building six new Woodstone Development since 2007, homes in The Chapin Estate. when he purchased the company from Chapin Estate founders Steve Dubrovsky and Howard Schoor.

While Dubrovsky and Schoor are still in charge of the development and expansion of The Chapin Estate and the selling of lots, Watkins has taken “I had been a member for a couple over the design and home building of years and recently rejoined,” company.

Watkins said. “I think it is important “I originally came up here in 2005 to support the Partnership. with my company, Lakeside Builders,” Watkins said. “In 2007, I had the “They are going to be a factor in opportunity to buy their [construction] shaping the county as we expand,” company, Woodstone Development. he said. “Expansion has to be done “The thing I am most proud of is properly… planned. that even during the downturn in the economy I was able to keep my “The business leaders in the county roughly 20 employees working,”

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Watkins said. “We buckled down and worked hard.”

Watkins said he has certainly seen a change in the economy during the past year.

“Here in Chapin the building [revenue] has doubled as well as the number of houses,” he said. “On a daily basis I have between 40-60 people working for me. That includes 20 full-timers, and subcontractors like plumbers, electricians, site workers and concrete workers.

“I’m pretty proud of that. I feel like I’m helping the economy and that feels good,” he said.

And Woodstone’s ripples even reach outside of the gates which surround The Chapin Estate.

“I buy my lumber from ProBuild in Liberty and Wyde Lumber in Monticello,” he said. “And by creating local jobs I know that we are helping local businesses, like restaurants, Bethel Woods and more.”

PROGRESSING “There are 110 homes in Chapin right now,” Watkins said. “This past summer Steve [Dubrovsky] opened up a new

About a Custom-Built Home “We never stop designing,” Watkins, who says a home usually takes eight months to build, said. “We are constantly looking at ways to improve quality and usability.

“We review every aspect of construction and if moving a wall six inches makes it better, we will do it,” he said. “We will raise a ceiling two or three feet to make it look better.

“And we involve the customers quite a bit,” he said. “Customers have a big hand in the outcome of their home.”

And when the project is nearly complete Woodstone calls on Paul Stark, one of the pre-eminent wordcarvers in America, to add the finishing touches.

“He is as talented as you are going to find and adds yet another level of personalization to the homes.”

“We have a very strong foundation of positive economic engines,” Watkins said. “From The Chapin Estate, to Bethel Woods, to The Center for Discovery, Crystal Run Healthcare and Monticello Motor Club,” he said. “I think that foundation can be expanded to welcome other businesses into our area come November.”

Woodstone Development is a Custom Home Designer and Build firm. At left is the dining area of a recently completed home in The Chapin Estate’s newest section, Chapin Lumberland. The front of the house has a beautiful view of Swinging Bridge Reservoir. Above left is the custom bar which Woodstone Development built in the house, with the walnut top coming from Pennsylvania. Above right, Michael Watkins talks with Jess as he prepares to cut a log for the interior of the house.

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on quality and keeping customers satisfied

section called Chapin Lumberland And one of the key ingredients is Tom Every detail is tended to and we have a [overlooking Swinging Bridge Reservoir].

Ducey, senior project manager. lot of happy customers,” he said.

“We already have three homes under “I couldn't ask for a better guy,” he “And terrific customers become construction in there and there are now said. “He allows me to spend time and friends.”

21 more lakefront lots available on focus on the expansion of the business.

And as The Chapin Estate continues to Swinging Bridge Reservoir,” he said.

“He oversees all of Woodstone’s conexpand and his new project, Serenity Woodstone Development specializes in struction, insures all our employees Gardens, gets started, Watkins is predictbringing nature into the construction have a place to go everyday and makes ing a bright future for his company. and one look at a custom-built home sure they have the “There is still shows why. supplies they need,” room for expan“I took one customer with me to a Watkins said. “We sion,” he said. lumberyard in Pennsylvania to pick out have just a terrific “I’m looking forthis walnut bar,” Watkins said. staff who do a great ward to building Actually, Watkins hired helicopter pilot job. Everybody likes most of them “I truly believe things will go well in Michael Croissant to fly him down to what they do and [new homes in November [with the passage of the New York City, pick up a client and fly shows up on time.

Chapin].” to Pennsylvania to hand pick the 4 by 8 “And our homes Casino referendum],” Watkins said. foot pieces of wood. reflect that caring.

“This region will see a fantastic boom Woodstone will obviously go come 2014. a long way to please a customer.

“It’s gotta happen,” he said.

But some of the wood, like the hand hewn logs which are a trademark inside most of the “I recently purchased 400 acres near the Monticello Woodstone homes, are taken Motor Club on Cantrell Rd.,” Watkins said. “I closed in directly from the property on which the home is built.

August on this project and already have a mile of road And the stone walls which cut in. exist on the property are also “It will include 34 homes overall with a 17,000 square left in place to give the home a natural boundary with the foot clubhouse,” he said. “It will not compete with The water.

Chapin Estate, which is a lakefront community.

“I have a very talented and “Serenity Gardens is directly adjacent to the Motor dedicated staff.” Watkins said.

Club and will be primarily for Motor Club members,” he “From carpenters, to stone masons, and designers. I have a said. “I’m hopeful you will see more Monticello Motor great team.”

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built.”

Incidentally, Serenity Gardens received its final approval from the Thompson Planning Board the same night that the Monticello Motor Club received its approval for its $40M expansion.

Above is the front of a new house on Chapin Lumberland, which Woodstone Development is building.

Watkins said the house will soon be “closed in,” permitting workers to finish the interior this winter. At left is a custom carving of an owl and raccoon by Paul Stark.

About Owning a Home in Chapin “I built my own home in here,” Watkins said. “Having a builder who actually lives in the development is a plus. It adds to the home buyers’ comfort level.

“I have become good friends with a lot of them and invite them over to my house and visit them often,” he said. “There are terrific people in Chapin.”

Watkins said the Chapin Estate homes also become retreats for family and friends, sometimes accommodating upwards of 20 people on a weekend.

And it is not unusual for the family to celebrate holidays and big events at their “country” home.

“Last year Chapin even hosted a wedding,” he said.

At left is the view of Swinging Bridge Reservoir from the front of a recently completed house in Chapin Lumberland. The recent expansion still has 21 lakefront lots available.

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series, this workshop is sponsored by the Ramapo Catskill Library System (RCLS), a state mandated organization serving 47 member libraries in Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and part of Ulster Counties.

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MONTICELLO — On October 1, the Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES will start an Introduction to QuickBooks Course. Classes will run on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6–8 p.m. at the St. John Street Education Center in Monticello on October 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th.

The cost of the course is $125.

This class is ideal to get you started with the basic applications of one of the most popular accounting software programs. Students should possess some familiarity with accounting concepts before entering the course. Upon completion, students will have the knowledge to start a register and work with the information.

To register and find out more information about the course, contact the Adult and Continuing Education Program at 295-4900 or visit scboces.org.

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Partnership Forums Add Value to Membership ecently, the Sullivan County Partnership hosted an engineering seminar to members, area engineers and related professionals at Bernie’s in Rock Hill. The seminar featured presenters from Contech Corporation, a manufacturer of prefabricated bridge products and sewer systems geared to areas lacking traditional infrastructure. Gerald Skoda Jr., and Patrick Keenan welcomed over forty participants who received continuing education credits and who were educated in the cost advantages of decentralized wastewater treatment systems and specialty bridge products.

Contech’s wastewater treatment system called Magellan™ utilizes steel reinforced polyethylene (SRPE) technology and all-plastic internal components which allows for a packaged design that provides fast “plug-and-play” installation, along with simple, low-cost operation and maintenance. In addi-

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tion, Contech provides engineering, installation, commissioning, operator training and system certification services, making it a truly cost-effective solution. Attendees of the event were well pleased that the Partnership cohosted the event and addressed issues specific to their industry.

“The seminar had the dual purpose of introducing a product that could be utilized in Sullivan County to solve problems with infrastructure challenged commercial sites and to offer members and the general public added value for their partnership membership” said Marc Baez, President & CEO of the Sullivan County Partnership. The Partnership is planning future forums, which will address educating our workforce for future job demand, the impact of new SEQR regulations and others related to economic development.

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Andrew Scott and Jennifer Clark, owners of Eminence Road Farm Winery in Long Eddy, rely on Jeff Bank for their business banking.

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JEFF BANK...

We Are Proud To Have Been Serving Sullivan County Since The Early 1900s

Helping local businesses for 100 years!

Jeff Bank has been a loyal partner to area businesses since 1913. Today, with the help of our seasoned commercial bankers, your business receives the kind of quick, reliable financial service you need. Because of our long history as a community bank, we have an understanding of the local economy unmatched by newer or larger banks.

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Switching Banks… it’s easier than you may think.

“Orange County Trust really came through for me.”

Every business wants a bank that is there with the support it needs. Whether it’s a business loan, a line of credit, or just the right checking account - you want a bank that understands the big picture and knows how to help.

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To start getting the financial support your business deserves, call 845 /482.4000 and make an appointment with one of our banking professionals – your place or ours.

That’s Orange County Trust Company. And if we’re not already your bank, you’ll be surprised how easy it is to switch, and to connect with us whenever you need us.

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We’ve been earning people’s trust since 1892.

Let us earn yours. Call or stop by today and find out how easy it is to switch to Orange County Trust.

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Sullivan County Chamber to host Ribbon Cutting oin the Sullivan County Chamber of J Commerce for the Ribbon Cutting of the new office location of our member, Washington Service Companies PMC & Knight Vision Security, at 508 Broadway, Monticello, on Thursday, September 26, 2013 at 1 pm.

Washington Service Companies PMC offers residential and commercial property management and security services based in Monticello. Call Knight Vision to schedule a meeting for an estimate at 888-258-9245 or visit us online at libertypropertymgt.com.

Knight Vision’s mission is to ensure the safety and protection of its clients and their property throughout the United States and abroad. Knight Vision strives to set the standard in every aspect of the services it provides by fostering a culture of trust.

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Grow Your Business and Support Local Tourism: Become an InfOasis he Sullivan County Visitors Association (SCVA) is offering member businesses the opportunity to become part of the new InfOasis program. This campaign aims to improve the regional tourism trade by offering visitors easier access to information on Sullivan County events and attractions.

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Businesses branded as official InfOasis outposts enjoy: • Added promotion on the SCVA website (3,000 unique users monthly) • Highlights in SCVA’s weekly e-newsletter (opened by 1,000 interested recipients) • Increased social media exposure on SCVA Facebook page (3,100 “likes”)

• Inclusion as an InfOasis in 2014 Visitors Guide • Increased foot traffic • Official InfOasis signage The InfOasis program is a simple and inexpensive way for the SCVA, which was established in 1997 and currently operates out of Ferndale, to expand its geographic reach and increase the hours within which tourists can find in-person support.

“With nearly 1,000 square miles of land in Sullivan County, additional tourist assistance locations are necessary to ensure that visitors could conveniently access regional information,” said Roberta Byron-Lockwood, SCVA president and CEO. “The InfOasis program allows the SCVA to create a widespread visitor support system throughout Sullivan

County.”

InfOasis businesses are required to keep regular, posted hours during which tourists can reliably visit. InfOasis must be staffed with representatives who are able to provide accurate travel information and have reliable access to the internet to provide details on Sullivan County events.

Signing up to be the next InfOasis is simple, and the benefits are long-lasting. For more information on this exciting opportunity, contact Herb Clark at hcc@scva.net or 845-747-4449.

About the Sullivan County Visitors Association: The SCVA is a membership organization established in 1997 to promote the Sullivan County Catskills as a tourism destination; for more information, visit www.scva.net.

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EDUCATION! We Think A LOT of

And we hope you do, too!

The Sullivan County Democrat prints more stories about Sullivan County’s 8 School Districts, Sullivan County BOCES and Sullivan County Community College than any other newspaper.

REACH A MARKET WHICH CARES ABOUT ITS COMMUNITIES:

• School Administrators • Teachers • Students • Parents • Grandparents Upcoming Education Sections include:

MONTICELLO ED TAB Advertising Deadline: September 20th Publication Date: October 1st

LIBERTY ED TAB

Advertising Deadline: October 25th Publication Date: November 5th

SULLIVAN WEST ED TAB Advertising Deadline: November 29th Publication Date: December 10th

“Sullivan County’s hometown newspaper, since 1891”

Call Laura at 887-5200 for info

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ATTENTION DRIVERS! SCHOOL

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