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The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the High School Community Room. It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:30 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for public session business at approximately 7:00 PM. The meeting will be recorded and will be available on the District’s website at www.perucsd.org.
The meeting is open to the public, and current District, County, State, and Federal safety procedures and protocols will be followed.
Currently, two (2) public comment opportunities are planned as follows:
First public comment: Related to items on the agenda. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.
Second public comment: Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.
Individuals who are unable to attend the regular meeting in person may submit public comments by emailing perucomments@perucsd.org no later than 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, January 9th. Online comments are also subject to the conditions stated above.
Anticipated topics include:
Mileage Rate
Academic Calendar
Personnel Appointments
Donations
Multi-Year Financial Plan
24-25 Budget Development Meeting #1
The complete agenda will be available on the District’s website (perucsd.org).
It is with a heavy heart that we inform you about an unfortunate incident that occurred at the Battlefield Memorial Gateway (Veterans Park). Our team has been alerted to significant damage caused by a reckless driver, and we are currently assessing the full extent of the situation. We want to express our gratitude to caring individuals who were walking on the Purple Heart Trail and promptly reported the damage afterwards. Your vigilance helps us uphold the integrity of the space dedicated to honoring our Veterans. Just last November, the Town f Plattsburgh and Clinton County American Legion celebrated the completion of Phase I of the Gateway with the dedication of the Purple Heart Trail. The intentional destruction of this meaningful space is disheartening and unacceptable. We are deeply disturbed by the actions of the individual responsible. Not only did they harm the physical grounds, but their recklessness also dishonors the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country. We are committed to restoring the Battlefield Memorial Gateway to its rightful state as be begin Phase II. Let us ensure that such acts of disrespect do not go unanswered. Let us stand united in condemning such behavior and continue to cherish and protect the sacred spaces that honor our Veterans. If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact the Town of Plattsburgh Supervisors Office 518-562-6813. Together, we can uphold the values of respect and gratitude that our Veterans deserve. We will not be deterred from building a space that honors our Veterans, and tells the American Story right in our backyard. To learn more about the BMG Project:https://www.townofplattsburgh.com/home_page/battlefield-memorial-gateway/
This 9-piece band is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They pride themselves on carrying on the legacy of Bob Seger’s unforgettable high-energy shows, roaring, raspy vocals, and the groundwork Bob has laid over the past 30 years. Get your tickets NOW at StrandCenter.org
As of Wednesday, January 3, 2024, the JCEO will be staffing its office in the Peru Town Hall. Personnel shortages resulted in the office being closed for the past few weeks. Rihanna Warren will be the new Peru JCEO Coordinator.
The board will advertise bids to replace a small bridge on Cook Rd. Only one contractor bid last year with a bid higher than the town had budgeted. This year the board is hopeful that more bidders will come forward this year. The recent heavy rains washed out the bridge, forcing the Highway Superintendent to hire Fuller Contracting to perform temporary repairs. The bridge serves only one homeowner. The bid opening is scheduled for January 29 at 10 a.m.
Longtime planning and zoning board members were reappointed to the following positions:
Richard Williams, as Planning Board Chairman
Ryan Davies, as Planning Board Vice-Chairman
James Falvo, as Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals
Sean Lukas, as Vice-Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday’s meeting was Councilman Rick Barber’s last board meeting. He did not seek reelection. Barber plans to continue serving as a County’s America 250 Committee member. Barber said NY state plans to construct a pathway and install benches at the Peru Dock, which overlooks the site of the Battle of Valcour, the Revolutionary War’s first battle. The state asked Barber if Peru would do the excavation work needed for the path. Peru will also install an aluminum flagpole. The state’s plan includes moving the two existing monuments a short distance. Barber thinks it might not be necessary to move the monuments. See discussion on the video beginning at the 23:10 mark and ending at the 31:00 mark.
The board appointed three staff members to the position of Deputy Town Clerk
Judy Akey #1 Deputy Town Clerk
Pam Barber – #2 Deputy Town Clerk
Christine Crawford #3 Deputy Town Clerk
Supervisor Brandy McDonald thanked everyone who contributed and assisted with his Christmas toy drive. He said the program served over 200 children this year.
In other actions, the board:
Scheduled the 2024 Organizational Meeting for Monday, January 8, 2023, followed by the regular meeting at 7 p.m.
Approved its 2024 meeting schedule.
Approved end-of-fiscal-year fund transfers from budget line items with a surplus to budget line items with a deficit. The transfers totaled about $83,000.
We’ve received reports of patchy freezing drizzle across the region this afternoon. As road temperatures cool below freezing this evening, additional freezing drizzle or light snow may coat area roadways. Please keep in mind the changing road conditions.
Peru, NY 12/30/23 The Ausable River’s high water flooded the southwest portion of the Ausable Point State Campground. Drivers were disappointed today when they encountered the gate blocking the campground area to vehicular traffic. Walkers had the campground area to themselves, not having to be concerned with approaching vehicles.
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It is with a heavy heart that we inform you about an unfortunate incident that occurred at the Battlefield Memorial Gateway (Veterans Park). Our team has been alerted to significant damage caused by a reckless driver, and we are currently assessing the full extent of the situation. We want to express our gratitude to caring individuals who were walking on the Purple Heart Trail and promptly reported the damage afterwards. Your vigilance helps us uphold the integrity of the space dedicated to honoring our Veterans. Just last November, the Town f Plattsburgh and Clinton County American Legion celebrated the completion of Phase I of the Gateway with the dedication of the Purple Heart Trail. The intentional destruction of this meaningful space is disheartening and unacceptable. We are deeply disturbed by the actions of the individual responsible. Not only did they harm the physical grounds, but their recklessness also dishonors the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country. We are committed to restoring the Battlefield Memorial Gateway to its rightful state as be begin Phase II. Let us ensure that such acts of disrespect do not go unanswered. Let us stand united in condemning such behavior and continue to cherish and protect the sacred spaces that honor our Veterans. If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact the Town of Plattsburgh Supervisors Office 518-562-6813. Together, we can uphold the values of respect and gratitude that our Veterans deserve. We will not be deterred from building a space that honors our Veterans, and tells the American Story right in our backyard. To learn more about the BMG Project:
This 9-piece band is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They pride themselves on carrying on the legacy of Bob Seger’s unforgettable high-energy shows, roaring, raspy vocals, and the groundwork Bob has laid over the past 30 years. Get your tickets NOW at 
It was very difficult to limit to 65 photos. 
Photos taken near the River Rd. in west Peru.
We’ve received reports of patchy freezing drizzle across the region this afternoon. As road temperatures cool below freezing this evening, additional freezing drizzle or light snow may coat area roadways. Please keep in mind the changing road conditions.
Stay awake to ring in the new year with a FREE hot cup of Stewart’s coffee.
