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Peru Town Judge John Lawliss Resigns

Peru – Peru Town Justice John Lawliss has resigned citing health concerns. The Town Board accepted Lawliss’s resignation at its Monday, June 23rd meeting. Several Board members praised Lawliss’ nine years of service. Counselor Kregg Bruno said, “I wish he could have been here so we could thank him.” Counselor Brandy McDonald added, “Jack did a great job. It seems like he has been a judge for much longer than nine years.” Supervisor Peter Glushko will send Lawliss a letter expressing the Board’s thanks and respect.

The Town’s second Justice, James Kirby, has been handling all court cases for a few weeks. The Board could nominate someone to fill the seat until a successor is elected in November or it could leave the position open. After conferring with Judge Kirby, counselors could also decide to continue indefinitely with one town justice. Historically, the Peru Town Court has had a large workload. The State Police issue many tickets at the I87 truck inspection station, which lies within the Town boundaries.

During the public comment part of Monday’s meeting, Lawrence Cabana, a retired Department of Environmental Conservation Officer, expressed his interest in the position.

Peru’s sewer users could potentially see or smell smoke entering their residences or businesses in mid-July. Sewer Department Superintendent Greg Timmons told the Board that on about the third week in July pressurized smoke would be introduced into the sewer system to determine if any ground water is entering the sewer pipes. If leaks exist, smoke might enter a home or business. Timmons said he doesn’t believe the smoke quantity will be great or the smell will be obnoxious. The test is part of an on-going sewer system survey. Cameras were also sent through the system.

The Fuller Road Bridge should be reopening in the very near future. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell said the bridge has been constructed and the highway has been paved. The contractor, Fuller Excavating, was planning to install guardrails this week.

Counselor Kregg Bruno and several Board members have expressed an interested in opening a Saturday farmer’s market at Heyworth/Mason Park. No firm plans are in place; discussions will continue.

Fuller Road Bridge photos taken June 27, 2014 IMG_3276 IMG_3277 IMG_3278