Your Hometowne October 2022

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OCTOBER 3-31, 2022: Southern Saratoga Art Society "AUTUMN JEWELS" Juried art show. Sue will have several pieces int his show. DO come to the artist reception!

OCTOBER 24, 2022: (Monday) "AUTUMN JEWELS" artist reception: (6:30 pm.) FREE! DO COME!

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 to JANUARY 7, 2023 - "SARATOGA ARTS ALL MEMBER SHOW." 320 Broadway, Saratoga. Monday - Friday: (9 am - 5 pm.) Saturdays: (12 - 4 pm.)

NOVEMBER 11, 2022: (Friday) 5-7 pm. All Member Show Artist Reception! You KNOW you all like this event!!! Food. Beverages sponsored by Druthers.

OCTOBER 31, 2022: The Great Pumpkin is Coming!!!

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“Strange how the night moves with Autumn closin’ in”

When we talk about the last days of summer, we are also talking about the first days of fall. The one implies the other. It’s a familiar feeling: The beautiful thing ending meets the onset of a new regime.

And, of course, there is an emotional dynamic in this change that’s shocking and sensuous, as when you are swimming and you feel the warm, shallow waters merging suddenly with a cold current. The first day of fall — not the official beginning, but the first morning you feel an unaccustomed cool on your skin and the air smells slightly metallic — yet refreshing.

“Learning how to be still, to really be still and let life happen –that stillness becomes a radiance.”

— Morgan Freeman

I long to be still in this restless world, to be free from turbulence or commotion; to feel peaceful; tranquil; calm. To disconnect from the noise swirling around me. You can learn so much about yourself and your loved ones, to think about what you really want in life when you take the time to be still. Peace and strength come from within, but you have to listen, and to listen you must be quiet. I am certainly not suggesting we need to stay in bed with the covers over our heads to be still. The best way to learn how to be still is simply to make an effort. Inner reflection is a very personal experience and vary’s from person to person. But the result is the same. Inner stillness is the key to outer strength. If you cannot calm your mind and rest your body you will never know satisfaction. Instead of stuffing each moment with a distraction or trying to cross something off your to-do list, focus instead on just being. To be engaged with the present moment you begin to experience the richness it has to offer.

“Be still. Stillness reveals the secrets of eternity”

-Lao Tzu

So many people need to fill time with “doing”, The moment you slow down or stop “doing”, you feel like you’re wasting time. What if, instead of trying to do something at each unscheduled moment, you took this time to embrace stillness? You focused your full attention on being present in the here and now. And that alone became the extent of your doing. Distraction is a form of deception for the mind. It steals your time by drawing your attention away from the present. It offers instant gratification in exchange for your focus. Learn to be still and you will learn the secrets that surround you.

“One’s action ought to come out of an achieved stillness: not to be a mere rushing on.” -D. H. Lawrence.

Stillness is not the absence or negation of energy, life, or movement. Stillness is dynamic. It is unconflicted movement, life in harmony with itself, skill in action. It can be experienced whenever there is total, uninhibited, unconflicted participation in the moment you are in—when you are wholeheartedly present with whatever you are doing. Be the silent watcher of your thoughts and behavior. Stillness is our most intense mode of action. It is in our moments of deep quiet that is born every idea, emotion, and drive which we eventually honor with the name of action.

“In the stillness of the quiet, if we listen, we can hear the whisper of the heart giving strength to weakness, courage to fear, hope to despair.”

~ Howard Thurman

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Get a Fresh Start to the New School Year with Chiropractic Care!

September: back to school and back to work! Stress is the number one thing that can lower your immune response. Chiropractic can help relieve the stresses of the new school year and keep you and your kids functioning at your best.

Chiropractic adjustments put your body in a state of ease and allow your body to heal itself. Adjustments reduce nerve interference which in turn causes: normal function of your body, greater mobility, less disease, less sickness, less pain, greater performance, increased productivity, better focus, more vitality, and decreased medication use. By removing interference in the nervous system, spinal adjustments can help improve immune system function. Studies show chiropractic adjustments increase immune cells in one’s body which, in turn, improves the ability of ill people to fight disease. This is exactly why it is important for kids to get adjusted and boost those immune systems, especially at the beginning of the school year.

It’s true--chiropractic isn’t just for headaches, neck pain and back pain! Some of the most common things parents report when their child is under chiropractic care are: decrease in number & severity of ear infections, don’t get sick as often, able to adapt to new situations better, better attention span in school, better posture and spinal alignment, better sleep, pooping regularly without pain or having to take an aid to help, decreased allergies, asthma, bedwetting, oversensitivity, hyperactivity, & agitation.

Whenever you lose normal alignment/function in your spine, it can no longer perform its main function. Many people believe that the main function of their spine is to provide support for their body and protect their spinal cord. And while those are very important, the main function of your spinal column is actually to constantly adjust itself and regulate the amount of tension on your nerve system. This allows messages moving in the nerves from all of the different parts and systems of your body to your brain and back again to be transmitted and received normally. When you lose normal alignment, you lose normal function and your body will not work properly. The thing most people don’t realize is that you can lose a great deal of function without any symptoms showing up because your body’s sensory nerves aren’t affected and because of your body’s ability to adapt.

Remember that many people who are diagnosed with serious illnesses (even cancer) never have symptoms, and the FIRST SYMPTOM of a large number of heart attacks is SUDDEN DEATH! When you lose normal function, you lose your health. And this is true regardless if you have symptoms or not.

My job as a chiropractor is to restore and maintain normal alignment in the spine, re-establish and maintain that brain-body connection so that you can resume/ continue functioning and healing normally and recover/ maintain your HEALTH.

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Don’t Judge a Document by it’s Word Count

By: Kathleen M. Toombs

The core documents of many an estate plan include a Will, Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy and sometimes a Trust or a Deed. You will not be surprised to hear that in addition to stateto-state distinctions, there are also stylistic distinctions in the drafting of these documents.

If an “average” married couple hires two different attorneys to have estate planning documents drawn up, the result may be two very different looking sets of documents. One Will may be 2 pages long while the other Will may be 20 pages long. Which is the better Will? You cannot answer the question by word count alone.

As your drafting attorney, in addition to understanding your goals and objectives, I want to understand the family dynamic -- how well family members get along and whether there are concerns, for example, bad habits, health, or the influence of others. What and where are the assets? Are things in tax-deferred accounts? Is everything in New York State? These issues, potential tax consequences and other factors may be appropriate to incorporate into the planning.

The words of a document should add meaning and clarity. If the words do not add meaning, then those excess words may actually detract or lead to confusion.

Do you want document with a lot of flowery prose? Should you specify what an Executor’s duties and responsibilities are when they are already clearly and adequately spelled out in state statute? These additional words do not add value. Are there concerns for which additional details, flexible terms, definitions and descriptions might provide guidance and support to the Executor and family? These additional words may aid in the efficient administration of assets.

Can you, the person who will be signing the document, understand what all those words and phrases mean? You should try to understand and possibly look up a few words. Ultimately, you are relying on the attorney to get to the meaty details as well as provide sufficient guidance that your instructions will be clearly understood and followed.

For example, a Will leaves “my house in equal shares to my children.” What are your children’s respective rights to the house and relative to each other? What if they disagree? What happens to a child’s share if they die after you? A turn of phrase may make a big difference.

What if you keep it simple by putting the kids’ names on the deed now? How does that impact property tax or income tax? Who is responsible for the homeowner’s insurance and does the house even qualify as “owner-occupied”? Who gets the proceeds if the house is sold while you are still living?

As you can see, there are many important small details to be drawn out. These words are important and add meaning. Be sure to think out what your objectives are. Find an attorney who will take the time to tease out the details and put together something you can feel good about. We will develop a plan that will work as you want it to.

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Fall

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From the desk of the Supervisor

It’s been a busy year so far and fall shows no signs of slowing down. As we look toward the end of 2022, it’s budget time again for the town (please see my Budget Memo in this newsletter for more information). I am pleased to report that I have again filed a budget that is under the tax cap, absorbs the impacts of the historic inflationary pressures we all face and continues to invest in our community, infrastructure and park system.

Speaking of our great parks, I am pleased to report that over the past season, we made significant investments in each park and I want to thank our Highway and DPW personnel for all of their hard work and dedication to making our parks the best in the area. These investments not only help our youth and sports leagues, but they enhance recreational opportunities for all of us. This past summer our parks hosted a very successful Thursdays in the Park concert series in Indian Meadows and a special (and very well attended) Summer Movie Night in Maalwyck. We also hosted our 13th annual Oktoberfest in Maalwyck which again drew large crowds.

We continue to stay busy in our Planning and Economic Development department. As I mentioned in my 2022 State of the Town Address this past January, Route 5, the Glenville Business and Technology Park and Freemans Bridge Road continue to be our focus on we are making significant progress in all three areas. Please see the Planning Updates in this newsletter for more details. I do receive a lot of calls about the railroad crossing on Freemans Bridge which is in terrible disrepair. Partnering with NYSDOT, we have continued to push the railroad company – the ones who are responsible for the crossing – and we have received word that they will address a temporary fix this fall with a permanent one occurring in the spring/summer of 2023 when NYSDOT plans a repave of Freemans Bridge Road.

While we’re on transportation, I’d like to take a moment to address the infamous Glenridge Road Bridge and the many strikes that occur there. First, I want to thank you all for the many calls and emails I get with suggestions to fix the problem. I can assure you that I have reviewed these suggestions with NYSDOT and the railroad over the many years that this problem has vexed us.

I have also read the social media posts that try to blame this problem and the lack of solutions on the town. As I have said, many times, this is a New York State Highway under a CP Railway bridge; the town does not own any of the infrastructure and has no authority or ability to make any changes. We have and will continue to lobby the responsible parties to find acceptable solutions to this problem.

Heading into the latter half of the year and the holiday season, I want to wish you and your families the best of health and prosperity and I am looking forward to our continued work together as we continue to make Glenville the great community that it is.

Christopher A. Koetzle

Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Saturday, December 3rd at the Town Center

News from Highway and DPW

Leaf Collection – No set schedule

Pick up is tentatively to begin the fourth week of October and run until at least two complete passes are made through town. There is not set schedule for leaf collection. Please deposit your leaves in piles at the edge of your property and our vacuums will collect them.

Leaves placed in cardboard boxes, paper bags or plastic bags will not be collected.

Do not mix sticks or other debris in the leaf piles, as these can cause damage to our equipment or our employees. If the piles are mixed, they will not be collected. Leaves should be placed at the edge of property, not on the pavement or in the ditches.

For safety reasons, please do not allow your children to play in leaf piles by the road. Please do not place leaf piles behind obstacles such as trees, cars, mailbox, fire hydrants, light poles, or guard rails.

Yard Waste

For disposal of your regular yard waste, grass clippings, sticks, etc. please contact your individual trash hauler as they should provide this service.

Christmas Tree Collection

The town will collect Christmas trees curbside during the month of January. Place your tree at the curb – no plastic bags, metal, lights, tinsel, stands or ornaments – and the highway crews will pick them up. There is no set schedule.

Overnight Parking

Overnight parking is prohibited between the hours of 3am and 6am commencing on November 15th of each year and continuing until the first day of April of each succeeding year on streets and roadways in the Town of Glenville. This regulation is effect at all times and is not weather dependent.

Storm Water

The town owned storm drainage systems include the underground storm water pipes, catch basins and drainage ditches on town roads. The highway department is responsible for installation and maintenance of the town storm water drainage system. Please contact the highway department 518-688-1200 ext. 5 to report issues with a catch basin or other storm water areas/issues on town roads.

Storm drainage systems are cleared of obstructions on a regular basis with critical areas inspected before and after major storms. You can help by making sure your lawn debris such as grass clippings, leaves, etc. do not cover the basins.

News from Highway and DPW Continued

Sanitary Sewer System

Town of Glenville Water and Sewer Department is responsible for the Sanitary Sewer System. If you have a backup into your house from sanitary sewer, please called 518-688-1200 ext. 5 and they will check from the manholes in the street. For non-business hours please call the nonemergency police at 518-630-0911. The homeowner is responsible for issues from the service connection at the property line to the house.

Water System

The annual flushing of the town’s water system has been delayed due to the drought. Crews are working on now on getting this task complete.

Our Water Department employees work very hard in keeping fire hydrants cleared and accessible at all times. Your help in ensuring they are visible is greatly appreciated. Snow, weeds, shrubs, trees, flower beds, etc. can all hinder the use of a fire hydrant, so keeping them clear at all times is imperative. Please help to keep the fire hydrants clear and your neighborhood safe.

Thomas R. Coppola, Superintendent of Highways Highway Garage ~ ph: 518-382-1406 DPW Office (town hall) ~ ph: 518-688-1240

From The Assessor

Our office is currently processing the 2023 assessment roll which becomes final on July 1st, 2023. Renewal applications for the low-income senior citizen exemption will be mailed out late November/early December. For the low-income senior citizen exemption, we require verification of income from the income tax year of 2021.

Please remember that exemption applications are due back to the assessor’s office no later than March 1st 2023, as required by NYS Real Property Tax Law. If there are any changes to these procedures, we will post them on our website. If you have any questions regarding any exemptions, please feel free to call our office at (518) 688-1200.

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Each year it’s challenge for municipalities across the state to deliver the critical, front-line services to residents that’s affordable and stays within reasonable limits in relation to the tax cap. My 2023 budget is a conservative spending plan which once again stays within the state imposed real property tax cap limit. The Town of Glenville has stayed under the tax cap every year since it was implemented, and we have done so without relying on gimmicks such as new fees or the deferral of required payments to the state retirement system.

The overall proposed 2023 tax rate increase is 2.00%, which is below our New York State tax cap limit. A typical Glenville homeowner outside the village, with a home assessed at $172,100, will see a total 2023 town tax bill increase of $18 which covers all town items on the January town tax bill. A typical village homeowner, with a home assessed at $116,800, will see a 2023 increase of $3. Even with this slight increase, the Town tax rate for village residents will be lower in 2023 than it was in 2018. I’m very proud that the Town has been able to give village residents a cumulative tax cut over a five-year period. This is in stark contrast to the cumulative 19% tax increase imposed by the village of Scotia on its residents over the past five years.

Despite inflation at a 40-year high, we were able to stay under the tax cap by adhering to the same foundational tenets we’ve used for the past 13 years: paying down debt and protecting our fund balance. Our philosophy on avoiding unnecessary borrowing has resulted in a reduction of the Town debt load from $23.1 million in 2010 down to $10.1 million by the end of 2022 – a cut of 56%. Reducing our debt burden means lower interest payments, which results in more funds available for Town services.

The other key financial tenet we’ve followed since 2010 has been reducing the use of the Town’s fund balance (our savings accounts) in our three main funds of Town General, Town Outside the Village, and Highway. From 2010 through 2020, we reduced our use of fund balance from about $1.4 million down to $300,000 – a reduction of nearly 80%. Due to the uncertainties concerning Covid-19 we had to reverse course in the 2021 budget. But we reduced our use of fund balance in the 2022 budget and will do so again in 2023 with $385,000 appropriated for our three main funds.

We have also resisted the temptation to use federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money in the operating budget. Some municipalities have used ARPA funds in their annual budgets to plug shortfalls or sneak under the tax cap. This is a dangerous game since ARPA funds are only available for a limited time and then the well runs dry.

Supervisor Koetzle’s 2023 Budget Message www.townofglenville.org

2023 Budget Message Continued

Municipalities which used ARPA to balance their budgets merely kicked the can down the road for a year or two. The same budget shortfalls they plugged with ARPA will be waiting for them when this funding stream has disappeared. This is the type of gimmick that we have refrained from using during my time as Supervisor and we’re not going to start now.

In closing, I am proud that our hard work for the past 13 years has put us in a position to move Glenville forward while providing tax stability to all Glenville and Scotia residents. The 2023 tentative budget is fiscally sound, operationally effective, and fair to all. We will, as always, stay within the tax cap, invest in our community, and make significant progress in maintaining a long-term, sustainable economic base for town residents. I offer my thanks to the Town Board, the Town Comptroller, the Highway Superintendent, the Police Chief, department heads, our employee unions, and the entire town staff for their hard work on this budget and for helping this Town Board maintain a strong fiscal foundation for the people of Glenville. For more budget information, please visit www.townofglenville.org.

Building Department

With cold weather soon approaching, we would like to remind Town residents of the following:

Gas appliances, such as water heaters, furnaces and boilers, need to be maintained in order to operate safely. Otherwise, they could produce excessive, deadly carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless and toxic, which means you can’t see, taste or smell it. It causes headaches, dizziness, disorientation, nausea and fatigue. Carbon monoxide can kill, so be sure to maintain your gas appliances.

Tips to ensure safe operation of gas fired appliances:

• Schedule an annual appliance inspection, cleaning and tune-up by a qualified specialist.

• Have vents and chimneys inspected by a qualified expert at least once a year.

• Store combustibles and flammables at a minimum of 3ft away from gas appliances

• Check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

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.

www.townofglenville.org/building-department

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Glenville Senior Center

The Senior Center continues to expand its offerings for folks 55 and better in the community and beyond. The membership has now grown to well over 1200 seniors who enjoy our trips, sports leagues, exercise classes, hobby groups and social events. The seniors are excited for the fall Dinner Dance, catered by the Turf Tavern, and featuring the music of “Three of a Kind.” New programs in the fall lineup include line dancing, an affirmations group, and Qigong classes. Stop in any weekday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. for a tour of the facility and see firsthand all that we have to offer.

The Friendship Café is a gathering place for older adults where a nutritious mid-day meal is served with others. Catholic Charities Senior & Caregiver Support Services, in partnership with the Schenectady County Department of Senior & Long-Term Care and the Town of Glenville, operates the congregate dining program at the Glenville Senior Center 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. This lunch program is open to all Schenectady County residents 60 years and older with a voluntary suggested meal contribution of $3.50. Guests and those under 60 are charged $6.75 per meal. Senior Center membership is not required. Older adults enjoy meeting up with friends and participating in diverse activities that offer them the opportunity to remain active and connected to their community while meeting nutritional needs. For more information on reserving your spot, menu options, and how to register for the Friendship Café, please call 518393-1946.

The Scotia-Glenville Seniors are proud to be able to offer transportation, for seniors living in the Village of Scotia and the Town of Glenville, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.. Our senior van can be seen transporting seniors to the grocery store, hairdressers, shopping centers, etc. The program is run through volunteer efforts and donations. If you are interested in giving back to the community, we are currently seeking substitute drivers for this transportation program. Visit the center’s dispatch office some morning to discuss this opportunity. Our senior center would not run without our wonderful volunteers – drivers, dispatchers, desk clerks, committee members, gardeners, etc. Consider becoming one of them!

Glenville Police

We hope that everyone enjoyed a safe and enjoyable summer. We continue to experience positive feedback from both the Scotia-Glenville and the Burnt HillsBallston Lake School Districts on the success and acceptance of the School Resource Officer program. We have new agreements with both districts to extend the program into the 2022-2023 school year. The Officers have made a positive impression on the staff, students and parents. The relationship between the districts and the Police Department is stronger than ever.

You may notice our police cars, as they patrol the town, that we have attached pink breast cancer awareness month ribbons to the rear of the vehicle. We have several members of the department with family members that have been affected by breast cancer, and we stand with them and our community in hopes that a cure can be discovered in the near future.

We will once again participate in cooperation with the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency in the bi-annual drug take-back day. We will have two officers set up with dropoff bins in our police department parking lot to accept unwanted or expired medications on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 10am-2pm. There are no questions asked. Please refrain from dropping off unused or used hypodermic needles.

We have been experiencing an uptick on incidents in our Anderson Dog Park. Many visitors are unaware or are ignoring the signs posted advising of the Glenville Town Codes associated with the park. Many dogs are entering the park in the wrong section, unlicensed and without park permits. One of the most concerning issues is adults allowing children under the age of twelve in the enclosed area. This is a huge liability to rightful visitors and the Town. Please make sure that you read and understand the rules before you visit our parks. We want your experience to be enjoyable for you and your pet, but more importantly, a safe experience.

Finally, please have a safe and fun Halloween. The Glenville Town Board will undoubtedly approve a yearly resolution indicating the trick-or-treat hours. Please watch for children and parents as you travel the neighborhood roads that are dimly lit. Make sure to avoid leaf piles as some children can be blocked from your view by these piles. www.townofglenville.org

Planning Updates

Glenville’s commitment to pedestrian access and walkability continues with the planned construction of sidewalks through Safe Routes to School. These sidewalks are planned to connect adjacent neighborhoods to O’Rourke Middle School and also near Glencliff Elementary School. Both of these projects are planned to commence in 2023. There is also a planned sidewalk and multi-use path along Freemans Bridge Road planned for 2024 in order to make the Freemans Bridge Road Corridor more pedestrian friendly and the Town is currently working on moving along a project to connect the Andersen Dog Park to Town Center.

The Dutch Meadows apartment complex was approved by the Planning and Zoning commission to begin construction of the second phase of the project, located on the Western portion of the site. The Horstman Farms apartment complex is also coming through the pipeline and has recently decreased their density. Both of these in conjunction will increase the availability of housing options within the town to better serve the elderly and young people.

The Business and Technology Park continues to provide thousands of jobs and to serve as a strong manufacturing base for Glenville. With the recent awarding of a grant from the North Borders Regional Commission, Glenville will be able to expand their water services in the park to better accommodate the growing needs of the businesses who have chosen Glenville as their base. The Business and Technology Park also has many exciting developments going through the approval process such as an addition to the Belgioioso plant, the artisan cheese producer, in order to increase their already high output. The construction of a large nitrogen cooling tower for pasta making is also going through the process in order to increase production at the Codino’s pasta making plant as well. We also welcome the opening of a new Rad Soap Company in Glenville with an awesome ribbon cutting to celebrate the occasion.

Some other exciting items coming down the pipeline to look forward to is the proposed renovation of the old Firehouse into a Café and Video Game development studio which has experience working with big name titles. They are also proposing offering courses to conduct lessons on game development and host other classes for those interested in the industry.

Last, but certainly not least, the former Riverside Maple Farms location on Route 5 is set to open as a distillery and cooperage where customers can learn about distilling, barrel making, and with plenty of room for samples. With the planned addition of a walking trail between Wolf Hollow Brewery and this establishment, Glenville will have its very own beer-whiskey trail!

Riverside Maple Farms

Parks & Recreation

One of the most cited reasons why Glenville residents enjoy living here is the quality and variety of its parks and preserves. The Town Supervisor and Board remain committed to our town parks’ growth and improvement.

Legacy Park, our newest addition to the park system, has been expanded at the corner of Route 50 and Dutch Meadows Lane. Further engineering designs are in the works for the pathways there for public use.

Maalwyck Park has had the major parking lots and a portion of the roadway paved to allow for easier access within the park.

At Indian Meadows, we are working to improve drainage of the fields, bring electricity and water to all of the sports fields, and continue our paving efforts at that park as well. Thank you to both the parks and highway staff for their hard work on these improvements as well as keeping our parks in great condition to be enjoyed throughout the year.

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• provided a Mold Assessment for a large-scale loss/damage

• Insulated an attic

• finished a basement play room

• Installed the house number on a brick wall

• Installed mailboxes

• Provided several home inspections

• Patched and painted interior rooms

• Finished a basement playroom

• Built a canoe storage rack

• Planned and installed a trendy “mud room” in an attached garage

• Installed a screen door

• Installed two exterior venting range hood exhausts for folks who like to cook

• Hung Curtains

• Removed and replaced two exterior lampposts

• Prepared for clients for seasonal ‘home watch ‘services

• Insulated an attic stair system

• Treated a small area of mold

• Installed an attic stair system

• Collaboration with termite/pest control

• Repaired cedar siding

• Replaced an aging dryer vent

• Responded to an after hours leak at a kitchen faucet

• Installed a screen door

• Installed two exterior venting range hood exhausts for folks who like to cook

• Replaced a leaking hose bib

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also collaborate with specialist who are well respected professionals in their own field. For instance, we have connected clients to specific, appropriate, and available professionals for: pest control, large scale mold remediation contractor, a surveyor, a roofer, gutter instillation, excavation, and even a great home inspector who had available to travel to Lake Placid!

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Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

1. CHECK YOUR HEATING SYSTEM Home maintenance experts advise getting your furnace checked annually by a professional, especially before the first big snowstorm arrives! Most manufacturers and technicians recommend scheduling a tune-up or inspection for your furnace every year. Here’s a quick rundown of the types of areas that need to be evaluated, depending on the type of heating system you have:

Gas furnace: A professional will check your vent system for any leaks or blockages. All burners should be checked for proper ignition, plus any hoses or drainage systems should be checked for leakage. Replace your filter, which should be done every six months or so.

Boiler: You should be doing at least monthly checks on your boiler for any signs of leakage. For an annual inspection, a professional will take a look at the heat exchanger, wiring, and venting system, and ensure the water pH levels are in the correct range.

Heat pump: Make sure your outdoor unit is free from any leaves or snow, and trim back all shrubs and greenery at least 18 inches away. Technicians also recommend an annual inspection for heat pumps to ensure optimal functioning.

2. SCHEDULE A CHIMNEY CLEANING The last thing you want on a cold wintry night is your home filling up with smoke because of a chimney blockage. Whether there’s a build-up of soot or an old bird’s nest hiding at the top of your chimney, regular cleaning is essential for a properly functioning fireplace. Plan ahead and schedule an inspection and cleaning.

3. CLEAN OUT YOUR GUTTERS A small rake is the easiest way to comb the leaves out of your gutter. Clearing everything away is important — if it rains heavily and your gutters are too full, the water won’t be directed properly which may cause flooding around your exterior and damage to your siding and foundation. Hire a professional if you are uncomfortable doing it.

4. CHECK YOUR SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS In the winter, our doors and windows stay closed tight to keep out the cold air, which means fresh air flow is at a minimum. This means your home is more susceptible to build-up of dangerous gases like carbon monoxide. Heating systems also tend to dry out the air in your home, so if something catches on fire, it can escalate much faster. Run a test alert. with If it’s been beeping periodically, make sure to replace the battery and run a test.

5. FIND OUT IF ANY HEAT IS ESCAPING YOUR HOUSE After you’ve spent the money to have your furnace checked, you’ll want to make sure all that money isn’t going to waste every time you turn up the thermostat. Heat could be escaping though faulty weather-stripping around windows, cracks under doors, or poor insulation around pipes. While proper insulation in your walls is still key (around 31 percent of all heat in your home is lost through the walls and ceiling), there are lots of small things you can do to boost your home’s energy efficiency. Here’s a quick list of places to check for air leakage:

Recessed lights, wiring, and plumbing: Add specialty spray foam insulation to seal gaps behind the wall near outlets and plumbing fixtures.

Windows and doors: Seal any cracks around your window frames with indoor caulk and add weather-stripping around door frames to create a seal against the cold air.

Basement: There are often lots of holes to fit vents and pipes from indoors to out, which can allow heat to escape. Fill in the gaps with an expanding foam.

6. PREVENT PIPES FROM FREEZING if you’re going to be out of town, keep your thermostat set at 55 degrees and open any cabinetry with plumbing so it can still get warm air flow.

7. REVERSE THE CEILING FANS This is an easy one that doesn’t cost a penny! You can give your heating system a helping hand by reversing the motor on any ceiling fans to make them run in clockwise direction, this will force warm air that’s risen near the ceiling down to the living area.

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What Should Alzheimer’s Caregivers Know?

If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, or is starting to show symptoms, you will face some real challenges. Navigating the Alzheimer’s experience involves a long journey, and there’s no easy answer for how you can cope with your emotions. But you can at least address some of the financial issues involved to help give yourself a greater sense of control.

Here are some moves to consider:

• Plan for care costs and identify insurance coverage. The list of Alzheimer’s-related medical expenses is long and includes ongoing medical treatment, medical equipment, home safety modifications, prescription drugs and personal care supplies. As a caregiver, you’ll want to know the extent of your loved one’s health insurance: Medicare, supplemental policies, veteran’s benefits if applicable, and so on. One big question is how much coverage they might have for adult day care services, in-home care services and full-time residential care services, and other long-term care options. Longterm care is one of the largest health care costs not covered by Medicare, so you’ll want to determine if your loved one has a long-term care policy or another insurance policy with a long-term care rider.

• Identify assets and debts. You’ll need to know your family member’s financial position, both what they own — bank accounts, investments, property, etc. — and what they owe, such as credit card debt, a mortgage, lines of credit, and so on. This knowledge will be essential if you’re granted power of attorney to take over your loved one’s finances.

• Look for tax breaks available to caregivers. If you’re a caregiver, you may have to pay for some care costs out of pocket. Consequently, you could receive some tax credits and deductions. These benefits vary by state, so you’ll want to consult with your tax advisor to determine your eligibility. While NY has not yet passed the proposed “Caregiver tax credit,” other support resources are available at:

https://aging.ny.gov/programs/caring-loved-one

• Ensure necessary legal documents are in place. As a caregiver, you may need to ensure some legal documents are in place, such as a durable power of attorney for finances, which lets you make financial decisions for your loved one with Alzheimer’s, and a durable power of attorney for health care, which lets you make health care and medical decisions on their behalf. It’s important to have these and other necessary documents drawn up before someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or when they’re just starting to exhibit the earliest signs of the disease, so they can understand what documents they are signing. If you wait until they no longer have this cognitive ability, things will get much more challenging. You could apply to become a conservator, which grants decision-making abilities similar to a power of attorney, but the conservatorship process takes time and could involve court procedures. To avoid this potential difficulty, work with your tax and legal professionals to ensure all the relevant legal documents are in-force and updated.

Finally, you don’t have to go it alone. To help deal with the emotional challenges of caregiving, you can find local Alzheimer’s support groups that can offer practical suggestions for coping. As for the financial issues, consider working with a financial professional who can look at your family’s overall situation and recommend appropriate actions.

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s will change the lives of everyone in your family. But as a caregiver, you can help ease the burden.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, Member SIPC. Investors should understand the risks involved of owning investments. The value of investments fluctuates and investors can lose some or all of their principal.

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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Twirling leaves of red and gold I need my socks my feet are cold

The trees looking thin without their green Starting to feel a bit like Halloween The night of ghouls, goblins and ghosts Hoping they don’t hang out under your lamppost

And if they do, do not fear Invite them in for some Halloween cheer Candy corn, mulled cider and devilled eggs Maybe even have a few deep fried frog legs The lights flickered and the house creaked A knock on the door I had to go peek I could not believe my eyes They were all in disguise Clamoring. “Trick or Treat! “Smell my Feet!”

Without a doubt I spun around Bringing all the candy that could be found With a thank you they were gone Heading through the neighbor’s lawn I closed the door and settled back in What a wonderful night it has been

As always, I love Halloween and wish you peace, joy and a scary good time!

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All Hallows’ Eve or Halloween, is a beloved holiday across the country.

HALLOWEEN’S HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

When it comes to the early years of the Halloween celebration, you should know that it wasn’t just one holiday but two. The first was a Celtic Pagan holiday known as Samhain, a Gaelic term meaning “summer’s end,” celebrated several thousand years ago. It was a day dedicated to recognizing the end of the warm harvest season and the beginning of winter. It was also a time when the cold, darker half of the year emerged and the veil between the living and the dead was at its weakest for many people.

The Romans also had a version of this holiday called Pomona, which honored the Roman goddess of fruits, trees, and, therefore, harvests. This day also marked the end of the harvest season, thanking Pomona for a bountiful year and preparing for the long winter ahead. Individuals left offerings to Pomona, often apples, to appease the goddess and celebrated around large bonfires well into the cool evenings. As the Romans moved in to conquer Celtic territory, these holidays combined into one. Whether it be their core beliefs or their practices and traditions, all aspects of Samhain and Pomona merged into one. Then, with the eventual Christian influence and the establishment of All Saints Day (November 1st) and All Hallows’ Eve (October 31st), Halloween as we know it arose.

GHOSTS AND GHOULS

As we mentioned previously, one of the most common beliefs surrounding Samhain and Pomona was that the barrier between the living and the dead became temporarily blurred. So during the night of October 31st, ghosts walked the Earth, and individuals lived in fear of their trickery. From damaging crops to scaring people to possessing the living, ghosts caused a series of problems during this night in people’s minds. As such, there were several ways that villagers sought to protect themselves.

CARVING JACK-O’-LANTERNS

Believe it or not, the original jack-o’-lanterns weren’t pumpkins. Turnips were the root vegetable of choice back in ancient Ireland, though potatoes and beets were also popular. Hallowed out and illuminated by candlelight, these creepy-faced vegetables warded off evil spirits on the night of Samhain. It was only later, during the early 1800s, that individuals started using pumpkins instead. They were easier to carve and yielded larger numbers during the harvest season. As for the name “jack-o’-lantern,” some people think it comes from the British phrase, “Jack with the lantern,” referring to a night watchman. Others believe it stems from old Irish folklore about a man named Stingy Jack who tricked the Devil into granting him a prolonged life.

DRESSING UP IN COSTUMES

Placing jack-o’-lanterns outside of homes wasn’t the only way people kept spirits at bay. In fact, they would even go so far as to disguise themselves for the evening. Initially made of animal skins and other materials gathered in the area, costumes became the primary defense against spirits and possession. In dressing up as the monsters that they feared, villagers would feel protected from supernatural influence.

WITCHES AND MAGIC

The association between Halloween and magic also comes from the blurring between realms. Because people thought this veil was weak during this time, they also believed that those with supernatural abilities, such as fortune-tellers and mediums, were at their most powerful. This added another element of fear to Halloween night and connected the idea of spells and witchcraft to the darkness of winter.

TRICK OR TREATING

Spirits weren’t the only ones causing mischief around Halloween. Whether under the influence of possession or not, children often pulled a series of pranks around this holiday. Because people already saw this as a time of darkness and evil, there were ample opportunities to blame things on a wayward spirit. Even approaching modern times, tricks are common on Halloween, and they can be all kinds of acts depending on the child.

Many individuals offered treats to help preoccupy local kids and stop their mischievous antics. Trick-or-treating quickly became an activity that distracted children from causing trouble on Halloween night. Interestingly enough, this practice mimics the Samhain and Pomona tradition of leaving out offerings to appease a goddess or trouble-making ghost.

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honoring those in the community who have provided years worth of community leadership

Congratulations to Glenville Police Chief Steve Janik! Steve is in his 25th year of service with the Glenville Police Department. He was appointed Chief Of Police in 2016. No doubt a police officers job demands that a police officer is "on" 24/7, even when off duty. A very demanding job. We owe you, and the staff of the Glenville Police Department, our deepest gratitude.

Thank you for your service to our community.

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