Tax cap in first year seems to do some capping
Posted: October 25th, 2011 under General News.
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Park work moving forward; bridge to be painted by volunteers
By Donald McBrayer
The Heyworth/Mason Park & Trail Project is seeing good progress and more is coming according to Project Coordinator Adele Douglas. Douglass updated the Town Board on the Heyworth/Mason Park & Trails progress at Monday’s Town Board Meeting.
“There’s a big list of little things to do”, Douglas said. That list includes replacing boulders at the trail entrance that have been moved by vandals allowing access for dirt bikes & ATVs. “It won’t take long to rip the new lawns to shreds.” Town Councilor Brandy McDonald expressed reluctance to blocking the access with boulders. “I’d hate to see someone come through there on a dirt bike at night and hit a boulder doing 55.” After some discussion it was determined that warning signs, and reflective paint could be used to warn potential trespassers.
Douglas also reported that the parking areas are completed and striped. Platforms are poured for benches & the interpretive signs. Prices for steel benches are being considered and Douglas will be looking for local donations to help pay for them. She also stated the interpretive signs are completed and the pedestals are in place. The signs and benches will be installed in the spring. An update on the construction of picnic tables, the placement of lighting, the road sign being constructed and donated by James Kirby, and the steel bridge inspection also indicated that project completion was in sight.
Douglas informed the board that Don & Kara McBrayer are gathering a volunteer group to paint the Main Street Bridge in hopes to rid the graffiti problem there. Mr. McBrayer informed the Board that several people have offered to help.He said he would keep the board informed as they make plans to “clean up the mess.” NYSDOT has given permission to paint the bridge and the paint is being supplied by NYSDOT. The painting will begin in the spring.
“The installation of the Dog Park fence, and construction of the connector trail will pretty much wrap it up,” Douglas concluded. Work on the entire project should be completed sometime early next summer.
Posted: October 25th, 2011 under Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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96-year-old hits casino jackpot » Breaking News
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Allegiant jet headed to Plattsburgh makes emergency landing in NC
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Trees fall and give the Peru Community Church a new visibility
The corner of Pleasant and Elm Street looks much different this afternoon than it did this morning. A tree service company felled two large trees in front of the Peru Community Church. A Peru historical and religious landmark has a new look!
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under Peru/Regional History.
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NY public workers retiring at faster rate
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Warren County proposed budget cuts 24 jobs, brings 1.9 percent tax hike
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Massena Superintendent’s attorney says letter meant as ‘courtesy’
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Solving puzzle of bad teachers – Times Union
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Poor economy puts more New Yorkers on Medicaid
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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New York Faces Pension Cost Bulge From Paterson’s Budget-Paring Incentives
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under General News.
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Local wollastonite producer a world leader
Posted: October 24th, 2011 under Peru/Regional History.
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The Peru Gazette tours a haunted house
The Helping Hearts Haunted House Benefit for Christopher Goheens and Family opened its doors at 6 p.m. tonight. The Peru Gazette was given a preview and we’re still shaking. (Click here for photos) Everyone involved is doing a wonderful job! Everyone is invited to tour the Haunted House on October 21st and 22nd at St. Augustine’s in Peru, NY. The Haunted House will be open from 6pm-11pm both days with childrens games from 4pm-6pm on Saturday the 22nd. These games include a costume contest, pumpkin painting, cake walk, and bouncy house. There will be also be t-shirts available to purchase. The prices are $12.00 for short sleeve and $15.00 for long sleeve shirts. Access to the Haunted House is $5.00 per person. Rain or shine. So come on out for a family night of fun! If you have any questions please contact Helping Hearts for Christopher on facebook, Amy Goheens at (518)569-4118, Jane Way at (518)569-4514, or Heather Agoney at (518)643-2180.
Christopher Goheens is a 10 year old 5th grader at Peru Intermediate School. He was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Due to his heart condition Christopher has had to undergo numerous heart catheterizations and surgeries since his birth and will continue to need more procedures in the future.
Posted: October 21st, 2011 under Things to do in & near Peru.
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Air quality complaints on Board’s Monday Agenda
AGENDA TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING, October 24, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m.
1. Call Meeting To Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. MOTION: Approval of Minutes from October 6, 2011 Regular Meeting.
5. Community Input and Questions.
6. DISCUSSION: Water/Sewer Projects Update.
7. DISCUSSION: Tropical Storm Irene Recovery Update.
8. DISCUSSION: Highway Garage Roof Update.
9. DISCUSSION: Heyworth/Mason Park Update.
10. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Employee Benefits Statement Update.
11. DISCUSSION: Air Quality Complaints.
12. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Adjourn to Executive Session.
13. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Return to Regular Session.
14. DISCUSSION: Other Business.
15. DISCUSSION: Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.
16. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approve/Pay Bills
MOTION: Adjourn
Posted: October 21st, 2011 under Town Board News.
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Birchwood Drive water to be shut off Monday; Boil Water Order is still in effect
N O T I C E !
Monday the 24th of October as the Water Department will be shutting the water off from 9:00 am– 3:00 pm on Monday. Thank you for your cooperation.
PERU WATER DISTRICT – BIRCHWOOD DRIVE
NY0900216
MUST BE BOILED
TO ENSURE SAFETY
THIS DIRECTIVE TO REMAIN IN EFFECT UNTIL THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT HAS SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE OF DELIVERY OF A SAFE WATER SUPPLY.
CLINTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
565-4870
Updated October 21, 2011 at 4 p.m.
Posted: October 21st, 2011 under Town Board News.
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Owens’ Staff to Hold “Mobile Office Hours” Next Week
WHAT: Members of Congressman Bill Owens’ staff will hold meetings with Upstate New Yorkers in Clinton, Jefferson, Madison, Oswego and St. Lawrence counties in an ongoing effort to increase constituent outreach. Multiple more events planned throughout New York’s 23rd Congressional district in the coming months. Owens’ office has held more than 65 of these events throughout New York’s 23rd Congressional District this year.
WHO: Staffers from Congressman Owens’ office
Clinton County Wednesday, October 26th
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Ellenburg Town Hall
13 Brandy Brook Road
Ellenburg Center, NY 12934
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Chazy Central Rural School Auditorium
609 Miner Farm Road
Chazy, NY 12921
Posted: October 21st, 2011 under General News.
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COLONY COLLAPSE DISORDER: USDA gives nearly $3.4m toward bees’ health
Posted: October 21st, 2011 under General News.
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Saratoga Springs shelter deals with a changing demographic
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under General News.
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Syracuse hospital employee stole $800,000 in cash from patients’ TV and phone payments, feds say
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under General News.
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Here’s how you can assist a Peru youth and his family
Christopher Goheens at last year's Haunted House
Helping Hearts Haunted House Benefit for Christopher Goheens and Family would like to invite everyone to join them on October 21st and 22nd 2011 at St. Augustines in Peru, NY. The Haunted House will be open from 6pm-11pm both days with childrens games from 4pm-6pm on Saturday the 22nd. These games include a costume contest, pumpkin painting, cake walk, and bouncy house. There will be also be t-shirts available to purchase. The prices are $12.00 for short sleeve and $15.00 for long sleeve shirts. Access to the Haunted House is $5.00 per person. Rain or shine. So come on out for a family night of fun! If you have any questions please contact Helping Hearts for Christopher on facebook, Amy Goheens at (518)569-4118, Jane Way at (518)569-4514, or Heather Agoney at (518)643-2180.
Christopher Goheens is a 10 year old 5th grader at Peru Intermediate School. Christopher was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Due to his heart condition Christopher has had to undergo numerous heart catheterizations and surgeries since his birth and will continue to need more procedures in the future.
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under General News.
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Tupper Planning board allows two cows on property, but no more
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under General News.
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Getting off on the right foot – Saranac Lake is planning a bike-pedestrian trail
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under Town Board News.
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Green Mountain Coffee Roasters plans expansion in Essex with as many as 400 new jobs
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under General News.
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Massena hiring policy change sparks controversy
Posted: October 20th, 2011 under General News.
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