Major town construction projects completed and holiday events scheduled
Highlights of Peru Town Board’s November 21, 2022 Meeting
By John T Ryan
The legal process of demolishing the derelict property at 5 School Street continues. The board scheduled a December 29, 5:30 p.m. public hearing to inform the public of its plans.
The town will light its Christmas Tree at Little Ausable River Park on Friday, December 2, at 7 p.m. Marti Cabana, wife of the late town justice Larry Cabana, has the honor of throwing the switch.
Peru’s annual tractor parade will take place on December 10, beginning at 6 p.m.
Highway Superintended Michael Farrell reported that the Telegraph – Sullivan Road culvert replacement project is almost complete. He expects to remove the barrios in a few days.
Water-Sewer-Parks Superintendent Courtney Tetreault reported that the Elm Street sewer project is almost complete; however, Luck Brothers will need to do a little paving and sidewalk repair on or near Lewis Street next spring.
Supervisor Brandy McDonald reported that Peru maintains its A+ bond rating when Peru borrows money for capital expenditures. A high rating is essential in obtaining the lowest interest rates.
The board approved payment #3 of $429,742.15 to Luck Brothers for its work on the Elm St. sewer project.
Posted: November 30th, 2022 under Peru News, Town Board News.