Complimentary May 2022
Delivering good news since 2009
Town of Glenville Newsletter Pages 20-24
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GLENVILLE’S FAVORITE WINE & LIQUOR STORE
300 SARATOGA ROAD
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(next to Market 32 by Price Chopper)
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10 Glenridge Road • Target Plaza • Glenville
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NOAH’S LAWN CARE Reasonable, Reliable
UPSCALE CONSIGNMENT SHOP FOR WOMEN
new & gently worn ladies consignment clothing & accessories
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Voted the Capital Region’s Best Consignment Store!
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Socha Plaza 123 Saratoga Road, Rt. 50 Glenville www.worthrepeating123.com
Servicing Scotia, Glenville, Charlton and Burnt Hills 20 years in our community
Open Tues-Fri 10-5 Sat 10-4 Closed Sun, Mon
Don’t Sweat it this Summer ! Whether you need a Central Air Conditioner or Ductless Split, we are here for your needs We service all brands
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A message from “A little Madness in the Spring is wholesome even for the King” ~Emily Dickinson The Spring Season is called the Queen of Seasons. Mother Nature is as beautiful and charming as a Queen in her own ballroom. Like all Queens, Spring has many admirers. Poets like Wordsworth, Shelley, Byron, Keats and Kalidasa owed their inspiration to spring. Wordsworth found God, Keats found beauty and Shelley found love in Spring. Shakespeare found tongues in trees, sermons in stones, books in brooks and good in everything. Poets have danced in joy to see the various beauties of Spring which reveal in unmistakable terms that the earth is a beautiful gift bestowed upon us by Mother Nature. “Walk lightly in the spring; Mother Earth is pregnant” ~Native American Indian Proverb Male birds dressed up like courting princes dance and sing their way into the hearts of their chosen mates. Trees adorn themselves with new leaves creating safe havens for the nesting birds in their new homes. Nature presents to us a great variety of colors and smells and manifests her beauty in a thousand shapes. How delightful it is to observe the flowers; the rose, the lily, the daisy, the narcissus, the hyacinth and the marigold! What a feast for our senses!! Beautiful to look at, fragrant to smell and delicate to touch. The sun climbs higher every day, pouring its gold onto the snowclad peaks of mountains. Stars shine like a crown against velvet skies. Gentle winds blow casting out the harshness of winter replacing it with life-giving and nurturing warmth. Spring signifies life. “Spring has returned. The Earth is like a child that knows poems” ~Rainer Maria Rilke Beauties of Spring, a feast for our eyes, a gladdening of our hearts; they purify our souls and deliver a spiritual message to those who are listening. They have an educative value to those
who listen. We learn that we cannot control everything, even the most beautiful flower will be shattered in a hail storm. We learn that versatility is why the world is so beautiful, from the Amazon Rain Forests to the North Pole, variety is the common thread. If you listen really close to nature you will learn to be more self-offering and uninhibited. We see trees in full bloom offering pollen to the bees and then fruit to man. What does it imply? Have you thought of it? Are they not offering us what they have voluntarily? Nature is a very selfless, benevolent giver. Nature is generous and abundant. There is absolutely no dearth of anything. What can we learn from this? That giving and offering are not only great qualities, they complete the circle of life. “Look deep into nature and you will understand everything” ~Albert Eintsein Beauties of Spring teach us many morals; truth, patience and forbearance. In Spring, a worried man finds peace; a seeker after truth finds truth; a philosopher, philosophy; a theist the presence of God; a lover of beauty, beauty; a poet, inspiration, and a painter, stimulus. I think if Mother Nature could ask for anything from man in return for her bounty it would be kindness. Not gratuitous kindness, caring kindness. Cheer when someone else’s child hit’s the ball. Hold the door for that senior citizen struggling with bags. Praise your co-worker for a job well done. Say please and thank you, all the time. Most importantly, smile at people. If you are not very good at it, practice. Yes practice. Why did the Mona Lisa become one of the most famous paintings of all times? Because of her smile. Smiling is powerful. One smile can change someone’s day for the better, maybe even their life. “The funny thing about smiles; just when you think you may be out of smiles completely, someone will give you one back” ~Me Peace,
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Rick LeClair’s Service
50 years of Automotive Repair & Maintenance Experience
We Keep Your Vehicle Running Smooth Maintenance Services • Repairs • Diagnostics
NYS Inspection Open Monday - Friday 518.346.1912 208 Sacandaga Road, Scotia, NY 12302
Burnt Hills United Methodist Church Please join us for a panel discussion with keynote speaker
We are seeking a
Plumber to join our Team! Established family-owned business going into our 42nd year is seeking service plumbers to keep our many customers happy.
Responsibilities: • Meet customers with a smile and a positive attitude. Good communication skills. Listen to their concerns, wants, and needs. •Troubleshoot the problem and come up with a solution. •Repair or replace all brands of plumbing fixtures. •Repair or replace water lines, drain lines, shutoff valves, etc.
J. J. Warren, author of Reclaiming Church A Call to Action for Religious Rejects
•Drain line repairs or replacement. •Water heaters and tankless water heater repair or replacement •Drain and sewer cleaning skills •Able to take on evening and weekend on-call emergencies. •Adhere to safety policies and procedures. Qualifications: •Previous experience in service plumbing, maintenance. Minimum of 1 year or more
Saturday, June 11th at 10 am Burnt Hills United Methodist Church 816 Route 50, Burnt Hills
•Ability to handle physical workload •Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •Clean drivers license
Event is outside, please bring your own chair. For more information, visit www.nybhumc.com
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Compensation: $24-$32/hour
email your resume to: jared.duell@icloud.com Call 518.622.4704
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CONCRETE SOLUTIONS 518-917-2968
CONCRETE...MORE COST EFFECTIVE THAN WOOD OR TREX DECKING, MUCH EASIER TO MAINTAIN! Slabs - Sidewalks - Driveways- Fireplaces - Stairs - Porches - Brick - Stone - Garage Floors, Swimming Pool Rehab - Retaining Walls, Fencing, Curbing, Resurfacing & Resealing! CALL TODAY FOR FREE ESTIMATE WET BASEMENT SOLUTIONS STAMPED CONCRETE COMPLETE POOL REHAB
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Good Things Come to Those Who Wait... or Not! Hi Julie! I haven’t seen you for almost two months – great to see you again!” I greeted my practice member as she came in to see me early last week. “Yep, it’s been a while but I wanted to wait until I was done with all of my yard work and gardening before I came in to see you,” she answered. “Why is that?” I inquired. “Well, I didn’t want to come in when I knew I still had work to do that could mess me up!” she responded. Although I don’t hear this kind of remark all that frequently, it still pops up often enough. Many people are stuck in thinking that the purpose of the adjustment is to eliminate something. That is, they believe the reason to get checked is that they might have something they shouldn’t have, like pain, spasm, inflammation or interference in the nerve system (i.e., subluxation). This thinking is actually totally backwards. It’s not that something is present in your body that shouldn’t be there. The truth is that you have LOST something you need in order to be healthy and happy and to fully express life! You have lost the connection/ communication between your brain and body. If there is interference in this nerve communication pathway, your body won’t function normally and this leads to pain and/or symptoms. When we adjust you, we realign the spine, get the pressure off the nervous system, and restore the communication pathway between your brain and your body. When this happens, people tend to have less pain, less symptoms, and better health overall. Why would you want to wait until you are in pain to get adjusted? We never want you to go into pain or have symptoms, so we encourage our practice members to get checked even when they’re not in pain.
This way we can PREVENT you from having pain or symptoms. Besides, when you get adjusted, it makes you more able to do the things you want to do anyways. When we align the spine, the muscles, organs and tissues in your body all work better, allowing you to get more out of any activity you are doing. The correct thing to do is not to wait until you have encountered something that messes you up, but to instead make sure your nerve system is clear before, during and after every activity. Maximize your expression of life energy with a positive focus, lifestyle, and by getting checked every week or two by your chiropractor. And, if you know you will be, are, or have been exposed to more challenges than usual, get checked again! That way you will continually GROW in every way! It has been said that good things come to those who wait - I beg to differ! What are YOU waiting for?
Call or text us today to schedule a visit for your family!
(518) 399-3810
353 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302
Come join us in our parking lot on Wednesday, May 18 Wagon Train BBQ food truck! #celebrate #chiropracticcare #wagontrainbbq #comeseeus #patientappreciation #getsomegrub #fillyourtummy #foodtruck #foodtruckfun #chiropracticcareworks 8 | Your Hometowne
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443 Saratoga Rd Point Plaza 518-399-1405 MON-SAT 9:30am-9pm SUN 12-5
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518.384.2665 Mon-Sat 10am-7pm Sun 11am-4pm Point Plaza • 443 Saratoga Rd • Scotia
“It has been my experience that folks who have no vices have very few virtues.” —Abraham Lincoln
SAM’S CHINESE RESTAURANT 518.384.1997
824 Saratoga Rd, Burnt Hills, 12027
OPEN FOR TAKE-OUT ONLY Sun, M, W, Th 11:30 -9 • Fri & Sat 11:30 -10 Closed Tues
$3.OFF PURCHASE OF $30 OR MORE One Coupon per visit Cannot be combined with other offers
Join Us For A Tasting Friday, May 13th, From 3:30p-6:30p A Representative Will Be Here To Taste High West Double Rye, High West Prairie Bourbon, Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey & Mi Campo Reposado Tequila. We Will Have More Tastings Throughout The Summer So Like Us On Facebook For Tasting Schedules.
Pick Six Vodka From Saratoga 1.75L Special $29.99 With Track Season Fast Approching, This Is A Sure Winner! “New’ Cupcake Light Hearted Wines Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Rose & Sauvignon Blanc 750ml $9.99 Lower In Calories & 1gm of Sugar
“New” Bota’ Rita Margarita Or Strawberry Margarita 1.5L Box $12.25 “New” Captain Morgan Cherry Vanilla Spiced Rum 750ml $20.99 Great By Itself Or With Soda!
Al Bichot Chablis From France 750ml Special $23.65 Reg. Price $29.99 “New” Bico Amarelo Vinho Verde 750ml $10.99 Semi Dry and Refreshing White Wine! Maine Craft Cocktails Cranberry Island Vodka, Cranberry & Lime 4 Pack Cans $12.75 Enjoy With Ice And It’s Delicious!
Vina Palaciega Cabernet/Tempranillo Blend From Spain 3.0L Box Really Nice Flavor Dry, Medium Bodied
Remember All Of The People We Lost In Our Lives And All Of Our Fallen Military! We Have Many More Products To Make Your Memorial Weekend Parties Better! We Are Open Memorial Day 9:30am to 2pm. Have A Safe And Happy Memorial Day!
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Farm Stand, Landscaping Supplies, Flowers
Enjoy Fresh Flowers every week with our Flower Subscription Bedding Plants Hanging Gardens Vegetable Plants Fresh Cut Asparagus Local Fresh Cheese Specialty Items Open 9-6 Daily
189 Saratoga Rd (Rt 50) Glenville, 518.399.5931
INFORMATIVE PROJECT SOLUTIONS Owning a Home can be a Hassle...We can Help!
Home Repairs & So Much More PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR A FULL LIST OF SERVICES
518-728-1292
www.InformativeProjectSolutions.com
Take a close look at our mowers and you can see the difference. Top quality components, heavy-gauge steel and precisely engineered parts are assembled by expert hands to create the most reliable mowers made.
60 FREEMANS BRIDGE RD, SCOTIA 518.372.5611
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A little talk about bathroom exhaust fans… We were asked to help determine why the bathrooms in this home were getting mildew on the walls - even when running the exhaust fans during & after showering.
A few issues: The fans had aged & ready for replacement. But also: - when two fans are T’d together- neither will exhaust to the exterior as they should. - when the ducting is so long and coiled/kinked, the air flow is diminished. - uninsulated ducting will condensate. (Warm moist interior shower air in the thin ducting in a cold attic) this condensation build up will usually find its way out of the ducting and stain the ceiling below.
Full Tree Service from Trimming to Tree Removal
FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES
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We installed new insulated ducting, shortened the length, and installed a second louvered vent on the exterior wall as well as 3 new exhaust fans. A good cleaning on the walls, and maybe a fresh coat of paint will have the bathrooms looking great. Also, a great idea for exhaust fans is to have them installed on a timer so that they will continue to run after you are out of the bathroom. Have a project that needs to be completed? Give us a call at 518-728-1292 www.InformativeProjectSolutions.com
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Country, Primitive & Transitional Quality Furniture Made in the USA
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Living Room and Family Room OFF* Furnishings *MSRP
Featuring Hallagan Fine Upholstered Furniture, Zimmerman Chair, Handcrafted Wood and Classic Amish Furnishings. At Kugler’s Red Barn, livable style and lasting quality come together to make furniture built for life. Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am-5pm • Thurs. 10am-8pm • Sun 12pm-5pm
425 Consaul Road, Schenectady • 518-370-2468 www.kuglersredbarn.com
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BH-BL Flag Day Parade Thursday, June 9, 2022 The BH-BL BPA is once again, proud to organize and run the Community Flag Day Parade! It has quickly become one of the premier events of our outstanding school district and the community that supports us all! The Parade has become a means of pulling the community together for a few hours of fun and fireworks! This year’s Grand Marshall is the Brewster Family. Gil Brewster, founded “Gil’s” Garage” in 1966. Three generations of Brewster follow Gil’s iconic legacy. We cannot produce this event without the financial support of the local business community and its residents. Find information on how to support at : Sponsorship & Advertising - Burnt Hills BPA (bhblbpa.com). Our heartfelt gratitude goes new sponsors and to those who continue to support the Parade and BPA year after year. It is your generosity that powers the Parade and we THANK YOU in advance. Community groups are welcome to participate in the parade. Registration is required; but it’s FREE! Parade Entry Form & Rules Burnt Hills BPA (bhblbpa.com)
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24 Hour Service • Licensed Master Plumber • 40 Years Experience • Water Heater Service • Frozen Pipe Repair • Sump Pump Repair/ Installation
• Sewer Line Repair & Excavation • Drain Cleaning • Garbage Disposals
518.622.4704 • Serving the Capital Region
Awning Sale!
Enjoy Instant Shade & Comfort All Summer and SAVE $250!*
Motorized and Manually Operated Models. Dozens of beautiful colors.
*CALL NOW SALE ENDS 5/31/22 518.842.7370
Keeping cool and comfortable this summer just got even more affordable! Right now you can get a $250 discount, good toward any SunSetter Retractable Lateral Arm Awning - America’s #1 best selling awning - the smarter choice for your deck or patio. A SunSetter makes your life out-doors more enjoyable by keeping your deck up to 20 degrees cooler. It opens and closes easily in under 60 seconds, providing instant protection against hot sun, light showers, and 99% of harmful UV rays. Keeps your home cooler by blocking the sun from windows and sliders. With a SunSetter, you’ll never have to worry about the weather ruining your outdoor plans again. Turn your deck or patio into your own vacation spot - help cut your air conditioning bills - and save $250, too. Call today and take advantage of this special awning sale now. Free in-home consultation.
403 WEST MAIN STREET ◆ AMSTERDAM ◆ 518.842.7370 www.AmsterdamOverheadDoorCompany.com To advertise, contact Cheryll Hill: (518) 265-1105
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If We can’t make you look good... You’re Ugly
Ants R On The Move! We Keep Them From Moving In!!! PROFESSIONAL FLEA AND MOSQUITO SPRAYING ENJOY YOUR YARD!
$2 off Active Military, Veterans, Men 65+, First Responders & Kids 10 & under
EXPERIENCED • CERTIFIED INSURED LOCAL • FULL SERVICE Open
Mon, Tues, Wed 8- 5:30 • Thur, Fri 6:30 - 5:30 Sat 6:30 - 4 • Closed Sunday
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795 Route 50 • Saratoga Road, Burnt Hills 12027
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Why 2022 Is The Best Year To Go Solar If you were waiting to go solar, this is it. •Solar incentives have not been this lucrative in over 7 years. •Customers who go solar in 2022 can expect to save an additional $1,400 on average. How Is This The Year? The solar industry has always been a one string banjo, “this is the year to go solar” & “incentives have never been higher.” The good news for you is it’s finally true. The turn of the new year saw the announcement of Governor Hochul’s plan to power an additional 700,000 New York homes with solar by 2030. The incentives to accomplish this goal haven’t been seen in 7 years. With the governor’s announcement came the opening of a new New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) block grant, a grant which previously gave $.35 per watt now gives $.50 per watt. The average solar customer can expect to save close to $1,425 more when they buy in 2022 vs 2021. This block grant once fully utilized will drop a tier, rewarding less money per watt ($.35 per watt to be specific). This means this incentive is first come first served, those who move fast will be rewarded more money. most likely never be ever again as renewable energy becomes more mainstream.
New York State is widely considered to be the best state to go solar by national sources. This is due to the plethora of solar incentives and legislation supporting solar. New York has: • Statewide net metering • Statewide rebate program 25% of total cost up to $5,000 • The NYSERDA Block Grant $.50 per watt • Property & Sales Tax Exemption Contact me to schedule your consultation today!
Marc Forstell NABCEP Certified PV Design Engineer Kasselman Solar (518) 817-5077 mforstell@kasselmansolar.com
Scan this QR Code to ‘Meet Marc” and learn a little more about him, and how to become energy independent with Solar.
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We’re Confused About Self Care My guess is that what I’m about to share with you, you already know in your gut. Sometimes, however, we need a little nudge. Intuitively, most folks understand that caring for our children involves having rules to keep them safe and healthy. From teaching them to look both ways before crossing the street, to limiting electronic time and sugar intake, we know healthy, happy children need boundaries. They have to lose sometimes in order to develop resilience; they have to experience the natural consequences of their behaviors, even though it takes everything in us not to rush in and save the day. We teach them the characteristics of good friendships. And, we understand the importance of offering compassion to our children when they are sad or feeling vulnerable. Our children are developing skills to cope with myriad life challenges. Overcoming difficulty not only helps them cultivate new skills and strengthen established ones, but it provides them with opportunity for pride and joy. In fact, some of our happiest moments come on the heels of hardship. Think about how your kiddo beamed the first time he made his own bed or packed her own lunch for school, the exhilaration you felt after running that 5K, or the sense of accomplishment you had after finishing a tough project. The struggle makes the outcome richer, which reinforces our drive to conquer another challenge in the future. Struggle is necessary for growth. We know this. And we know what care is. So why do we get it wrong when it comes to self care? Part of the issue is that we’ve commodified it. Buy this candle for stress relief. Self-care has been reduced to manicures and pedicures. We go to the salon eager for “me time,” only to return to a life of chaos. Living a life of stress and rewarding ourselves with a mani/pedi is like having no rules in place for our children, then giving them a lollipop to cheer them up when they’re struggling to handle developmentallyappropriate challenges. Still, we’ve accepted this brand of self-care because we’re too exhausted to admit it’s inadequate.
I wish I could say wellness is easy to achieve: yoga and a smoothie bowl, and you’re all set! But that’s not how it works. Wellness is a practice, not a destination; and self care requires heavy lifting. It’s looking at those credit card statements and cleaning up debt. It’s being honest about our relationships and putting boundaries in place. It’s managing unpleasant emotions rather than escaping into social media, the pantry, alcohol, or our virtual shopping cart. It’s grounding in some way through prayer, meditation, or connecting with nature. It’s exercising even when we don’t want to because we know we won’t regret it. It’s offering ourselves compassion when we’re feeling down. It cannot be purchased at the store or salon. Don’t get me wrong, wellness must include play, creativity, and relaxation. Manicures, pedicures, yoga, smoothie bowls, and candles can all play a role in the big picture. But true self care requires doing the hard stuff too. I encourage you to improve the quality of care you give yourself. It’ll take patience; but it doesn’t have to overwhelm you. There’s no rush to a finish line. Identify one area you’d like to address and start there. You’re so much more than pretty hands and feet. Do the hard work. And get that mani/pedi. I bet you’ll enjoy the pampering all the more! Mary Marino is a Certified Health and Well-being Coach and Licensed Master of SocialWork. She coaches women who’ve lost themselves in the process of caring for everyone else. For more on Mary’s coaching services, visit Well•ish Lifestyle Coaching at (518) 852-2930 mary@marinoempowerment.com www.wellishbyme.com or scan the QR code.
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518-384-7362 ◆ 761 Rte. 50 Burnt Hills 12027 www.RMPenaWindows.com Hours: Mon - Fri 8-4:30 Closed Sat & Sun
FREEDOM PARK The new stage is complete! Thank you to the Village of Scotia Parks Department & DPW for all of your hard work. And thank you to Schenectady County for the Parks & Trails Grant funding we received to complete this much needed project! Looking forward to a great season! Heather Gray, Scotia Village Trustee 18 | Your Hometowne
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PICTURE FRAMING by GAYLE BENNETT 518.399.8504
Let me tell your loved one’s story Frame Your Memories
Brittany L. DeMarco Licensed Funeral Director
Certified Celebrant 518-399-1630 glenvillefuneral@gmail.com glenvillefuneralhome.com
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Spring 2022 Newsletter
Incorporated 1820 • State of New York
From the desk of the Supervisor
As we continue to move quickly through the first half of the year, I am pleased to report that the state of our town is strong, vibrant and on the rise. Over the past few years we have expanded our parks and programming for our youth, grown our commercial corridors, invested in new pedestrian paths and walkways, strengthened our neighborhoods, supported multiple sustainability efforts, cut taxes, kept our finances strong and stable, and helped our seniors transition back from the pandemic…just to name a few! Some of other recent accomplishments include partnering with both the Scotia-Glenville and Burnt Hills School Districts to add a dedicated School Resource Officer to each district, adding new police officer positions to the force, adding additional staff to our growing Parks Department and to our Senior Center. As we look ahead, we have even more left to do. As we laid out in my State-of-The-Town this past January (video of the presentation is on the town’s website) our focus for 2022 includes continued investment in our parks, a focus on the redevelopment of Freemans Bridge Road, and attention to our town’s capital needs and infrastructure improvements.
Additional infrastructure projects include enhancements to the town’s water system to improve economic development activity in the Business and Tech Park, bring more affordable water to our neighborhoods currently on village water and continue our efforts to make Glenville more walkable. It’s clear that we have an aggressive agenda ahead, but over the past 13 years, we have always challenged ourselves to improve this community and that effort has paid off for the town. Our work together over the many past years have included slashing our debt, protecting our capital reserves, and making investments in our town’s infrastructure. We have ensured that our services continue to be delivered and that we have made our town a better place to live, work and raise a family. I am proud of our accomplishments over the years and excited about what’s still the ahead. I am thankful to our employees, volunteers, and elected officials for all their hard work and dedication to serving this town and continue to value the partnership that we have built with the community to help ensure our success. All the best. Christopher A. Koetzle
Regarding additional investments in parks, I have proposed various projects that include a new pedestrian path around Maalwyck Park and funding to begin the creation of the town’s newest park: Legacy Park, which will honor all of our veterans. Additional projects include paving of park interior roads within two major parks, the development of a small boat launch in Maalwyck, and the allocation of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds to help support our youth sports leagues. As we look to our economic development efforts, we remain focused on the long-term strategy to redevelop Freemans Bridge Road. Part of that strategy includes modifying land use for the corridor, continuing to pursue the cleanup of contaminated land, fixing the rail crossing, and starting two major grant-funded pedestrian walkway projects: the walkway from Freemans Bridge Road up to Dutch Meadows and the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail along the river that will connect Glenville, Scotia and Schenectady. Lastly, we will focus on the town’s capital needs that will finally address the space issues at Town Hall, lack of storage, safer work environment, and that will help support more efficient operations. 20
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American Rescue Plan Act Usage
“News from Highway and DPW”
On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was signed into law that delivered direct relief to cities, towns and villages across the United States. Through this Act, local governments were directed to help their communities rebound from the pandemic. The town was granted $2.2 million, paid in two equal installments over 2021 and 2022. Below is how the Town Board has allocated the funds so far, with the remainder slated for town capital projects and infrastructure improvements. • $130,000 provided in direct aid to the town’s seven volunteer fire departments to help recover from the pandemic and prepare for future needs; • $45,000 provided in direct aid to three local non-profits to help restore lost revenue from the pandemic and make capital improvements to their facilities; • $70,000 provided in direct aid to seven small businesses to help restore lost revenue; • $110,000 provided in direct aid to the town’s nine youth sports leagues within the town’s parks to help restore lost revue and to help make strategic capital improvements to the town’s parks. These include:
The town has continued it's enhanced paving program for a second straight year. Each of the last two budgets, Supervisor Koetzle and the Town board added an additional $150,000 into the budget from capital reserves. Due to the prudent budget practices, the town was able to do more roads. This past year, the town completed (among other roads off Droms) Glen Oaks. The Town board again approved the additional resources to the proposed 2022 budget.
•BH-BL Junior Lacrosse: lacrosse box at Indian Meadows park •S-G Tartan Youth Lacrosse: storage facility at Maalwyck Park • Scotia-Glenville Softball: field grooming equipment • S-G Jr. Tartan Football: storage facility at Maalwyck Park • BH-BL Girls Softball: field equipment, and utility installation • Fifty FC: barn roof and patio at Maalwyck Park • BH-BL Junior Baseball: pavilion roof and insulation at Indian Meadows • BH-BL Spartan Youth Football: paving and drainage at Indian Meadows. • Additional planned programs include the paving of interior park roads in Maalwyck and Indian Meadows and the creation of new parking lots to accommodate better parking for park visitors in Indian Meadows.
The Glenville Water District’s annual water main flushing program will begin on Monday May 2, 2022. We will be flushing between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday weather permitting. Please look for our signs. Residents might notice discoloration during this program and should be aware this is normal and not harmful. As a precaution you may want to refrain from doing laundry between these times. Should you notice discoloration in your water, open your lowest faucet until water runs clear. If the water does not clear, please notify the Glenville Water Department at (518) 688-1240
As our highway budget permits, we will be following our 5-year paving plan with paving town roads in the areas of Heckeler Dr., Upper Swaggertown and Upper Western Rt 50. In addition to these areas, Indian Meadows and Maalwyck park along with the business parks are slated to be paved with seperate resources than whats allocated to our annual paving plan . Spring/Summer yard waste disposal, including leaves, brush, and grass clippings is the responsibility of the homeowner. Please contact your trash hauler for their details.
Stay informed and visit our websites at townofglenville.org/dpw-highway-department townofglenville.org/dpw-water-sewer-department. Thomas R. Coppola, Superintendent of Highways Highway Garage ~ ph: 518-382-1406 DPW Office (town hall) ~ ph: 518-688-1240
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From The Assessor
Hello From the Town Clerk’s Office, Over the next few months, you may see some personnel changes as Town Clerk, Linda C. Neals, retired on Sept. 13th. We can assure you the transition has been smooth and the service you’ve received will continue. We will all miss Linda and wish her the very best in her well-deserved retirement. A few reminders: Dog Park tags expire every year on December 31th, new tags for the upcoming year will be available starting November 1st. Proof of current dog license, rabies and distemper as well as a completed application are necessary to receive a new dog park tag. As per New York State law all dogs over the age of 4 months are required to have a New York State Dog License. If you live in Scotia-Glenville, the Glenville Town Clerk’s Office issues dog licenses for all Town residents. If you own a dog you can come into our office or down load a Dog License Application, from our website. The following is required: proof of Rabies and proof of spay/neuter (if your dog is spayed/neutered). If you have any questions regarding a dog license, we are available to answer your questions. Dog licenses are renewed every year, renewals are sent at the beginning of the month you originally licensed your dog. Please check the form and inform us if there are any changes and update rabies as necessary. Marriage License: We require all couples to fill out a Marriage License Application and schedule an appointment to complete the license. Please call or email us with any questions or to schedule an appointment. These are only a few of the services the Town Clerk’s Office offers residents, please check out our website to see a complete list or contact us with any questions, 518-688-1200 option 2, Town Clerk. Payment options: Check, cash, credit/debit cards (fee applies) Julie Davenport Interim Town Clerk
Athena just graduated from obedience school; she recently came in for her dog license.
There is a great deal of information published regarding the real estate market. The NYS Association of Realtors(NYSAR), The Greater Capital Association of Realtors(GCAR), and certainly the National Association of Realtors(NAR) all provide timely data about existing construction sales, new construction sales, average sale prices, median sale prices, and number of sales for a given time period. Sometimes the data can be confusing and sometimes it may be too general. I would like to use this forum to provide you with some relevant market data specific to both the town of Glenville and the village of Scotia. Two sets of data are presented here. One set for the town of Glenville and one set for the village of Scotia. Both are based on a comparison of 2020 to 2021 and they both include only sales of residential properties. No sales of bank owned properties, estate sales, or other non-market value sales are included and no commercial property sales or vacant land sales are included. For the town of Glenville, in 2020 there were 245 sales and for 2021 there were 339 sales, representing a 38% increase in the number of sales. The average sales price in Glenville for 2020 was $233,050 and the average sale price for 2021 was $267,270, representing a 15% increase in the average sale price. For the village of Scotia, in 2020 there were 86 sales and for 2021 there were 138 sales, representing a 60% increase in the number of sales. The average sales price in Scotia for 2020 was $174,491 and the average sale price for 2021 was $199,079, representing a 15% increase in the average sale price. Both the town and the village fared well in terms of market appreciation and both experienced similar market trends. Most local real estate agents are in agreement that today’s market continues to be one where there is very limited housing supply. Even with the recent rise in mortgage interest rates, the demand will be strong enough to continue the environment of multiple offers and contract prices that exceed listing prices. For more information, please visit our website.
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With nice weather soon approaching, we would like to remind Town residents of the following: •Unregistered/Junk vehicles are not permitted to be kept in yards. Unregistered vehicles may be kept within a wholly enclosed garage. •A permit is required for all swimming pools that are capable of holding 24 inches of water, including portable, inflatable, plastic and similar types often purchased at department stores. Swimming pools must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. •Open burning and the burning of brush, trees, etc. in the Town of Glenville is not permitted. However, small campfires containing clean, dry, untreated or unpainted wood less than 3 feet in height and 4 feet in length are allowed. These small campfires cannot not be left unattended and must be fully extinguished. These regulations are in accordance with New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation. If you are planning any type of building/construction, please allow ample time in your project schedule for us to review your plans. Please refer to the Building Departments webpage for permit forms and information.
Making Glenville Pedestrian Friendly Over the past few years, the Town was awarded over $4.8 million in grant funds for currently open pedestrian projects. Submitted applications total another $10 million. Included in these awards are: • An award for $434,000 for sidewalks between neighborhoods and schools. The goal is to establish safe pedestrian access to local schools. Project locations are Sacandaga Elementary, O’Rourke Middle School and Glencliff Elementary. • In 2022 DEC awarded a second Climate Smart Communities grant in the amount of $610,000 for installation of a sidewalk on Van Buren Road. The pedestrian access connects residents to both Town Center and Andersen Park. Residents who participated in the Greenway Feasibility Study selected the connection as important to the community. • NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) awarded the town $7.8 million to construct a multi-use path on Freemans Bridge Road between Freemans Bridge and Dutch Meadows Lane. • NYS Department of State (DOS) awarded Glenville $530,000 to reconstruct the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail along the Mohawk Riverfront. The project closes the 4-mile loop connecting the Town to City of Schenectady, enabling bicyclists to access regional networks.
Glenville Police The Glenville Police Department has experienced some significant changes over the past two years. Retirements of long-time seasoned officers has opened the doors to young, talented and ambitious residents on the Schenectady County Civil Service list. Recent hires Matthew Radom and Thomas Mangino successfully completed the Zone 5 Regional Police Academy in January and are now in their final stage of field training. They will be terrific additions to men and women of the force. Two lateral transfer candidates have been hired to fill other vacancies created by the assignment of our School Resource Officers. Christopher Dunn and LeAnn Serafini are now patrolling the streets of Glenville as well. With every Spring comes the potential of serious motor vehicle accidents involving motorcycles and bicycles. Both are hard to see and, in some occasions don’t follow the rules of the road. It is extremely important to drive defensively and keep your eyes open for these vulnerable operators. Glenville Police will once again host the National DEA Drug Takeback Day here at the Glenville Municipal Building on April 30, 2022, from 10am to 2pm. All unused prescription and over the counter medications will be accepted (no questions asked!)
Our School Resource Officers, Cody Jon Maggs and Michelle Arreola are in their fourth month as SRO’s. The positions were received by the Scotia-Glenville and Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake CSD’s positively and both officers have reported that they are truly enjoying the assignment. The interaction between the students, staff and SROs has been tremendous and we look forward to many more years working with the districts to provide this program.
Glenville Senior Center
Glenville Senior Center has fully reopened and is expanding programs. Over 1,000 members have joined the center since the start of the year and have resumed their usual activities, participating in exercise classes, hobby groups or sports leagues. Members are also interested in trying The town has worked hard to make Glenville more something new as proven by our enthusiastic showing for walkable and to help give our residents more pedestrian the recently added linedancing classes. Many seniors are options. Studies have shown that these paths have led to looking forward to the myriad of trips lined up for this promoting better heath, protection of the environment summer to places such as the Culinary Institute and Macand have helped support economic development activity Haydn Theater. Those aged 55 and better are welcome to while making our community more livable. visit and see all that the center has to offer. www.townofglenville.org 23
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Over the past year the Town of Glenville received and approved five applications for large-scale solar. The town’s solar law restricts such projects to parcels located within a half mile of a substation, and required developers to pay a park improvement fee, we call Solar for Parks, to offset the displacement of open space. The first solar project, proposed by U. S. Light Energy, came in the form of a Planned Development District (PDD) consisting of two (2) complementary commercial land uses. The PDD mechanism is also a zoning change meant for a unique property offering a flexible and creative development of the site that benefits the town. In this instance, the project parcel is a 42-acre property flag lot located at 66 Freemans Bridge Road. This project will require the clearing existing defunct greenhouses on the property to prepare the site for future commercial development. A 4.125-megawatt (MW) community solar farm will be constructed on the rear portion of the property on approximately 26.27 acres. Active Solar Development, LLC proposed development of two ground mounted solar arrays identified as Module 1 and Module 2. Module one is rated at 6.551 MW and Module 2 is rated at 6.499 MW. The solar project takes up 44 acres, disturbing approximately 19 acres of the parcel located at 81 Freemans Bridge Rd. Project applicant Swaggertown Solar I, LLC proposed development of a ground mounted solar array on an existing field historically used for agricultural purposes. The parcel is located at 653 Swaggertown, owned by Glenville Solar Farm, LLC. The Town of Glenville has two existing substations – one on Washington Avenue in Scotia within half-a-mile of the project at 81 Freemans Bridge Rd. The second is located on 633 Swaggertown Road, halfa-mile from the two Swaggertown Rd proposals. The parcel is split into two portions by the roadway – an east and west portion. The solar farm located on the western portion of the parcel is rated at 4.49 MW. The project will take up 18 acres on the western portion of the parcel consisting of open agricultural fields with some wooded areas crossing the site and existing power lines and cleared utility routes for overhead power transmission lines located immediately to the south of the western solar farm. At the same time, project applicant Swaggertown Solar I, LLC proposed development of a ground mounted solar array on the eastern portion of the parcel. The solar farm is rated at 5.79 MW. The project will take up 15.3 acres on the eastern portion of the parcel consisting of open agricultural fields with some wooded areas. There are existing power lines and cleared utility routes for overhead power transmission lines through the site located to the west of this solar farm. 24
As always, spring brings a renewed energy to our town parks. The town board’s vision for the ARPA funds has created a unique opportunity to invest in our parks for the benefit of our youth. These monies are being used for capital projects such as new roofs on park buildings, equipment sheds, running utilities to fields and a variety of amenities for youth sports participants. With many turning out with the start of spring sports, residents will see the improvements being undertaken through this program. Progress can also be seen as we take our first steps toward development of the Veterans Legacy Park as the site is prepped for the installation of walking paths. Thanks to the developer of the Dutch Meadows project, additional acreage is being dedicated to this park to serve our veterans. As we look to expand and improve our parklands, we also work to protect our existing natural resources. One way to safeguard our natural areas is to reduce the risk of invasive plants and insects. A boot brush station has been added to Andersen Park as part of the town’s initiative to do just that. The boot brush station, completed as part of an Eagle Scout project, provides visitors with information about local invasive species and gives them a means to clean their shoes before and after a hike to remove foreign material such as seeds from the bottoms of their shoes. To help inform residents about tree health issues, the town also hosted a forum with speakers from DEC, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Schenectady County groups to discuss a variety of potential threats to our trees. The video recording of the forum has been posted on the town website along with further information about gypsy/ spongy moth, oak wilt, hemlock woolly adelgid and other tree pests or diseases. On a final note, the town will be introducing a memorial tree and bench program to allow groups or individuals to donate trees or benches to memorialize or celebrate a friend or family member. Trees and benches purchased through the program will be placed in town parks or along town trails. Further details about the program will be made available shortly.
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What investors can – and can’t – control As an investor, you can easily feel frustrated to see short-term drops in your investment statements. But while you cannot control the market, you may find it helpful to review the factors you can control. Many forces affect the financial markets, including geopolitical events, corporate profits and interest rate movements – forces beyond the control of most individual investors. In any case, it’s important to focus on the things you can control, such as these: • Your ability to define your goals – One area in which you have total control is your ability to define your goals. Like most people, you probably have shortterm goals – such as saving for a new car or a dream vacation – and long-term ones, such as a comfortable retirement. Once you identify your goals and estimate how much they will cost, you can create an investment strategy to help achieve them. Over time, some of your personal circumstances will likely change, so you’ll want to review your time horizon and risk tolerance on a regular basis, adjusting your strategy when appropriate. And the same is true for your goals – they may evolve over time, requiring new responses from you in how you invest. • Your response to market downturns – When the market drops and the value of your investments declines, you might be tempted to take immediate action in an effort to stop the losses. This is understandable – after all, your investment results can have a big impact on your future. However, acting hastily could work against you – for example, you could sell investments that still have solid fundamentals and are still appropriate for your needs. If you can avoid decisions based on short-term events, you may help yourself in the long run.
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• Your commitment to investing – The financial markets are almost always in flux, and their movements are hard to predict. If you can continue investing in all markets – good, bad or sideways – you will likely make much better progress toward your goals than if you periodically were to take a “time out.” Many people head to the investment sidelines when the market tumbles, only to miss out on the beginnings of the next rally. And by steadily investing, you will increase the number of shares you own in your investments – and the larger your ownership stake, the greater your opportunities for building wealth. • Your portfolio’s level of diversification – While diversification itself can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses, it can help greatly reduce the impact of market volatility on your portfolio. Just how you diversify your investments depends on several factors, but the general principle of maintaining a diversified portfolio should govern your approach to investing. It’s a good idea to periodically review your portfolio to ensure it’s still properly diversified. The world will always be filled with unpredictable, uncontrollable events, and many of them will affect the financial markets to one degree or another. But within your own investment world, you always have a great deal of control – and with it, you have the power to keep moving toward all your important financial objectives.
Chris Nyhan runs the Edward Jones office in Burnt Hills, NY. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Chris can be reached at (518) 399-5087 or chris.nyhan@edwardjones.com 801 Saratoga Rd Burnt Hills, NY 12027
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Living With Mental Illness Is Difficult For All Concerned By Kris M. McMore, Esq. I will sometimes get a call from a frantic parent wondering what they can do about an adult child who is out of control, acting with destructive behavior and/or not taking their antipsychotic medications. The parent may ask whether a general health care proxy they have is sufficient to get their son or daughter admitted for psychiatric evaluation, treatment and medication. Although the Health Care Proxy will assist with evaluation, medication is an entirely different situation. NY Mental Hygiene Law Article 9 provides the patient protections so they cannot be forced to take medication over their objection without a court order. If a family member calls the police, they can request what is called a “pick-up order” for the police to take the ill person to the hospital for a psychiatric evaluation. When the ill person has a history that meets specific legal eligibility criteria, they might be considered for a Kendra’s Law Petition or Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) petition. Most people are not familiar with Kendra’s law which was enacted in November, 1999. It was named after Kendra Webdale who was shoved off a New York City subway platform by a schizophrenic patient who had stopped taking his antipsychotic medication. The law has been extended, most recently when the state budget was passed earlier this week, extending Kendra’s Law through 2027. In order to be considered for a Kendra’s Law Petition, a patient must have required at least 2 admissions in the past 36 months that were directly caused by non-compliance with medication and/or one violent behavior within the past 36 months directly caused by non-compliance with medication.
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If the Petition is successful, the Court order will require the patient to (1) live in a group home setting; (2) go to a daily program; (3) take medication regularly; (4) meet regularly with their psychiatrist; and other things that may be specifically tailored to the patient’s needs. The Order is drafted with input by the treatment team, which may include the patient’s psychiatrist, the patient, the patient’s family, manager of the group home, probation officer (for violence related petitions) and other interested professionals. In Order lasts initially for six months and then can be extended for periods of up to one year thereafter. Any violation of the order may trigger a “pick-up order” call to have the patient brought to the hospital for evaluation and possible admission. Even with the Kendra’s Law Order in place, the hospital cannot medicate the patient over his/her objection. This is because courts have held that a patient has a fundamental right to determine the course of their own treatment. Where the patient objects to medication, the only thing that will be done is evaluation with a possible hold in the hospital for 72 hours while medication is encouraged. So, for those frantic families looking for solutions, I can offer the hope that a pick-up order will get their family member to a hospital and back on track with their medications. We will then look to see if the patient meets Assisted Outpatient Treatment criteria for a petition.
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The BHBL Business and Professional Association presents the
21st Annual Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Community Flag Day Parade 7:00PM- Parade steps off Thursday, June 9, 2022 Run with us at 6:50PM- Captain Community Human Services 13th Annual Route 50 Mile road race.
Register at : captaincares.org - click on events .
Fireworks at O’Rourke Middle School 9:15-9:30
Scan this QR Code to Register for Race
Join in on the fun! Enter into the parade and promote your organization or business. Entries are FREE! Contact Jim at 518-522-1788 or jamesstuartireland@gmail.com
WE NEED SPONSORS! Parades don’t pay for themselves and Any amount of money is happily accepted. Check out all the details at https://bhblbpa.com/parade/ads/
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Commercial And Residential Furniture Repair and Woodworking.
Languell’s R&D Woodshop
We will clean and repair your furniture and make you proud to walk into your home or office! Chairs feeling loose? Dining room chairs, office chairs, rockers. We will tighten and re-glue them, making them feel like new! Do you have furniture in the basement or attic that has sentimental value or is part of your family history that needs to be refinished? We work with all types of finishes. Our veneer work will bring your piece back to it’s original beauty, maybe even better! Languell’s Woodshop has been in Scotia since 1983. Todd Languell, Master Craftsman works alongside his son Joshua, making Languell’s a 3rd generation business in the Village of Scotia.
Call Todd at (518) 847-2529 for a free estimate. Tightened and Reglued
Beautiful Restoration of a Family Heirloom Doors not shutting? Need refinishing?
Promised your Mom you would keep it?
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Any Room, Any Home, Anywhere energy-efficient heating & air conditioning
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Schedule a consultation today. call Suburban Services Group at 518-399-6808 or visit www.suburbanservicesgroup.com
HS Science Research Students Win Big at Capital Region Science Fair
Congratulations to BH-BL HS Junior Carsyn Bonesteel and Senior Jack Mongan who were recognized for their research at the Greater Capital Region Science and Engineering Fair held in late March. Bonesteel, whose project was entitled “A Pre-Clinical Investigation of the Therapeutic Efficacy of Ventral Pallidum Deep-Brain Stimulation for Epilepsy,” was recognized with the National Association of Biology Teachers Award and the Regeneron George Yancopoulos Award which recognizes the project that demonstrates the most creativity in improving or identifying health issues in an individual. Mongan, whose project was entitled“Efficacy of Copper Oxide Wire Particles and Albendazole Against Gastrointestinal Nematodes in Goats” won FIRST PLACE in the fair! He was also recognized with the USAID from the America People Award that is given to the humanitarian project that holds the potential to improves lives around the world. Mongan advances to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair held in Atlanta, Georgia, May 7-13. He’ll compete against more than 1,800 students from countries and territories around the world for nearly $5 million dollars in awards. 34 | Your Hometowne
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Helloooo May - It’s good to see you! All those April showers really did bring the May flowers. And with May comes Mothers Day. Celebrated since the early 20th century by over 40 countries worldwide. Wow! That’s a lot of moms. I would like to dedicate this to my sweet mom, my heavenly angel. I saw a few written words the other day. They kept turning over in my head. The more I ruminated over them the more it became clear how true they really were. Be the things you most loved about the people who are gone What is it about people we love that makes us love them? It wasn’t where they lived or what they had. It was how they treated us, how they made us feel. My mom was the sweetest women in the world. Ask anyone and they would tell you the same. She was friendly and easy going. Excited to go or do anything. We would just tell her what time to be ready and she would be there ready for the adventure. You could see kindness in her smile. She was so understanding. She listened to me. Even though she may not have the answer she was empathetic and supportive. I always knew I had a safe place with her. My dad was a hard worker, hard rough hands, strong but gentle man. He would never say a bad word about anyone. He treated everyone the same no matter who you were. He would always stand up for doing the right thing over the wrong thing any day of the week. He taught me to treat people with respect and to appreciate what you have. He never complained about anything. He never wavered. He was our rock. Being those wonderful things for others is their legacy living through you. As a mom it’s easy to just tell your kids what to do, but we really need to show them what to do. Just as those who have gone before us. They showed us understanding through listening and not telling. Created a safe harbor for us to come to them without any judgment. We loved how they stood up for others, worked hard and still made time for us. They loved life and were happy to just be together. These are the things I loved. These things are why I loved them so. So carry their legacy of love with you and give it freely. Be the things you want to pass along to your children, your family and friends. Be the LOVE! As always I wish you peace, joy and plenty of hard work! Pattie Rakvica - Nutritional Therapist - rakvicahealth@gmail.com
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HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT MEMORIAL DAY? 1. Memorial Day was also once known as a. Make-a-Memory Day b. Decoration Day c. Pride in Forces Day d. Summer Starts Day 2. When was Memorial Day declared a National Holiday by Congress? a. 1945 b. 1971 c. 1975 d. 1980 3. Which of these towns were declared by Congress and the President in 1966 (controversially) to be the official birthplace of Memorial Day? a. Columbus, Ga. b. Carbondale, Ill. c. Columbus, Miss. d. Waterloo, N.Y. 4. How is the U.S. flag flown on Memorial Day? a. The U.S. flag is raised to full-staff during daylight hours. b. The U.S. flag is raised briskly to the top of the staff and then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position, where it remains for the remainder of the day. c. The U.S. flag is raised briskly to the top of the staff and then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position, where it remains only until noon. It is then raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day. d. The U.S. flag is not flown at all. 5. Where does the National Memorial Day Concert take place? a. On the west lawn of the United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. b. Times Square in New York City c. Mount Vernon, Alexandria Va. d At the Washington Memorial, Washington, D.C. 6. In what year did Congress pass the National Moment of Remembrance Act? a. 1906 b. 1975 c. 2000 d. 2011 7. What are you to do for the National Moment of Remembrance? a. stop at 3 p.m. local time for a minute of silence to honor and remember b. stop at 3 p.m. local time for a minute of silence to honor and remember c. stop at 3 p.m. local time for a minute of silence to honor and remember d. All of the above. Don’t forget!
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NEW YORK STATE INSPIRED RECIPES
Canandaigua Chicken Francese Recipe Ingredients • • • • • • • • • • •
2 large skinless boneless chicken breast halves 4 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup or so of all-purpose flour some kosher or sea salt freshly ground black pepper 1-2 eggs (scrambled) 1/4 – 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium will work) juice from one lemon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions • Pound out the chicken breasts between wax paper or plastic wrap • Heat butter and oil in skillet over moderate-high heat. • Dredge the flattened chicken breasts in flour- dip into the scrambled eggs and then re-dredge in the flour Sauté quickly until a golden brown jacket forms around the chicken breasts turning only once – season immediately with salt and pepper • Transfer to plate and place in a warm oven – cover loosely with foil • To the sauté pan with all of the drippings you then add: 3 tbsp. butter, wine, chicken broth, lemon juice and bring the elixir to a quick boil • Return chicken to the pan and repeatedly spoon the sauce over the chicken • Place the chicken breasts over buttered noodles or rice pilaf and spoon the remaining sauce over the entire entree – then sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Homemade 1000 Island Dressing Ingredients • 1 cup quality mayonnaise • 2 Tablespoons Chili Sauce (such as Heinz) • 2 Tablespoons ketchup • 2 Tablespoons sweet relish • 2 teaspoons dehydrated minced onion • 1/4 teaspoon finely minced garlic (about half of a small clove) • 1/2 hard-boiled egg, finely chopped • freshly ground black pepper to taste Instructions In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, chili sauce, ketchup, sweet relish, dehydrated minced onion, garlic, and egg. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour for the flavors to blend.
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LIVE FROM THE FRONT: BYLINE ERNIE PYLE Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 2 pm at Proctors GE Theatre 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305
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oin us for a moving one‐ man drama celebra�ng the every‐day heroism of the American GI. World War II correspondent Ernie Pyle was America’s favorite newspaperman. This
RICK PLUMMER AS ERNIE PYLE
Pulitzer‐Prize winning journalist told 40 million read‐ ers back home what life was really like on the front, presen�ng in simple language the courage, patrio�sm, and sacrice of the soldiers he so loved and admired. Rick Plummer puts his heart and soul into bringing Ernie Pyle to life and immersing his audience in the reali�es of World War II. A not‐to‐be‐missed show!
A special performance to benefit local veterans & the Capital Region Veterans Memorial Legacy Project
Tickets: $25 per person. Order yours now at Proctors.org PLUS: to Sponsor a Vet who would otherwise not be able to a�end, see details at CapitalRegionVeteransMemorial.org by May 9.
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