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Opening Day for Many Cool Water Species Opens on May 1, Except in Border Waters
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation today reminded anglers to always consult the fishing regulations guide to ensure they are complying with the seasonal restrictions and waterbody-specific rules before heading out onto the water. Fishing regulation changes implemented earlier this year replaced the floating “Saturday” season openers in most – but not all – locations with a fixed May 1 date, in addition to other improvements to enhance fishing opportunities across the state.
Special regulations often apply to border waters such as the Delaware and West Branch Delaware rivers, Greenwood Lake, Lake Champlain and its tributaries, and Indian Lake (NY/CT). For instance, the walleye season for Lake Champlain and its tributaries will continue to open on the first Saturday of the month of May each year, which is May 7 in 2022.
Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) recently held his 2022 Women of Distinction Awards. The Women of Distinction Awards is held annually and honors influential local women for their hard-earned achievements and commitment to improving their communities and those around them.
“The North Country is home to many remarkable women who help our neighbors in need and make our communities even better places to call home,” said Jones. “The Women of Distinction Awards is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate local women who dedicate themselves to community service and betterment. This year’s celebration was an overwhelming success and allowed us to honor eight exceptional women who do so much for us all. Thank you to all who attended!”
The Women of Distinction awards ceremony was held on Thursday, April 28 at 6 p.m. at Stafford Center Theatre. The awardees were given a framed New York State Assembly proclamation from Assemblyman Jones outlining their work and showing gratitude for their contributions.
The 2022 Women of Distinction honorees are:
· Melissa Gooley – Health Care Award;
· Robin Caudell – Military Service Award;
· Chelsea Scheefer – Community Advocate Award;
· Jean McGibbon Goddard – Perseverance Award;
· Chief Beverly Cook – Community and Civic Affairs Award; and
Clinton County, April 29, 2022. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Sisson, as the Director of Public Health in Clinton County. Mr. Sisson comes to CCHD after 18 years as the Heath, Safety, Risk Management Specialist at Champlain Valley Educational Services.
“I am very excited to join the Clinton County Health Department and to have the opportunity of working closely with such a knowledgeable and conscientious group of people,” stated Mr. Sisson.
“We are excited to have Jeff join the County’s management team,” stated Mike Zurlo, Clinton County Administrator. “I have no doubt that Clinton County residents will be well served with Jeff at the helm of the Clinton County Health Department. I look forward to working closely with Jeff as we continue to navigate the many significant public health issues in our county.”
Mr. Sisson has been appointed for a six-year term, beginning Monday, May 2, 2022.
Given the huge tractors, harvesters, and other farm equipment we see working in Peru, someone might get the idea that today’s dairy farmers don’t have to do much manual labor. There’s still some manual labor. On Tuesday, the Peru Gazette noticed Jake Hubbard and Tim Remmilard picking stones adjacent to the Dashnaw Road. Hard work, by good men.
Peru Girl Scouts request permission to plant flowering plants along the Walking Trail
Sullivan Park has new topsoil and is graded and seeded
Peru Town Board Meeting of April 25, 2022
Edited at 10:45 a.m. on 4/29/22 to include paragraphs on the Renadette Road speed limit reduction and Peru’s new stop sign.
Community News:Following an informative presentation by the Peru Girl Scouts, the town board enthusiastically agreed to the scouts’ request to plant one hundred flowering plants along the Peru Walking Trail. Several scouts explained the flowers’ environmental benefits to bees and water sources.
Town Clerk Dianne Miller plans to host a Saturday dog licensing clinic as a convenience to local dog owners. New York State requires licensing of all dogs over four months of age. To obtain this license, owners must provide proof of current rabies vaccination and proof of the dog being spayed or neutered (only if applicable).
Counselor Melvin Irwin reported that Sullivan Park has a new, seeded topsoil surface. He thanked Adirondack Farms andForrence Orchard for their help in completing the project.
The NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the residents’ request to reduce the Renadette Road speed limit from 55 MPH to 30 MPH.
Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell spoke to DOT officials about DOT’s April 22nd placement of a stop sign at the corner of Route 22 and Maiden Lane. Officials said its Plattsburgh office surveyed the intersection and determined that a stop sign would be an appropriate traffic safety improvement.
Code Enforcement News:At the board’s April 11 meeting, John Ryan (your Peru Gazette reporter) addressed zoning law enforcement, especially regarding derelict homes and when alleged violators fail to appear in Peru Town Court. At this meeting, Ryan asked Town Attorney Matt Favro Ryan if Town Court can’t take action on an alleged violation could the town board petition New York Supreme Court when a resident fails to comply with the zoning law. Favro said, “I don’t know the answer to that question, but if it were my court and a person doesn’t show up a couple of times, I would have the trial without the person being there.” Noting that zoning violations are civil, not criminal matters, Favro thought the town could take action stating, “You have to go through a slew of requirements, but generally, you can.” Ryan pointed out that Peru Zoning Law Section 705, paragraph 5, states the board can petition New York State Supreme Court. Favro noted that the COVID pandemic and bail reform have made persecutions more difficult, but there are still ways to enforce the law.
Peru has not been charging commercial solar farm developers a permit fee. However, Monday night, the board approved a $2,000 permit fee for all future commercial solar farms. Most communities charge developers a similar fee. It covers the cost of the code enforcement inspections that solar farms require.
Highway Department News:Following up on Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell’s plans to reduce road salt usage, the board approved a Road Salt Reduction Memorandum of Understanding with Adk Action. Peru joined at least 27 other Adirondack cities and towns that committed to the MOU. Farrell said he plans to contact other larger communities, such as the Town and City of Plattsburgh, urging them to participate. Farrell believes the communities would learn from each other’s experiences, noting, “It will be trial and error, at first.”
Highway Superintendent Farrell also told the board that New York State would be sending the town just over $350,000 in highway improvements (CHIPS) funding. However, he cautioned that his department would need the money because of increasing material costs.
Only three of the town’s seven tandems were still outfitted with snowplows when the April 19 snowstorm dropped up to 16 inches of snow. So Farrell used the three tandems trucks, three water-sewer department pickups, and two highway department pickups to get the job done.
The town’s street sweeping was on hold as of Monday’s meeting. Michael Farrell said a machine part is on order; however, even the manufacturer doesn’t have the part. Note – Thursday, Farrell told the Gazette the sweeper is back in operation. Sweeping should resume on Monday, May 2nd.
Water-Sewer Department News: Rifenburg Construction plans to complete phase #1 of the sewer line upgrade project this week. At its last meeting, the board accepted Luck Brothers’ bid of $1,000,505 for phase 2 or the Elm Street portion of the project.
NYS recently notified Peru that it would receive a $1,897,033 grant for the planned wastewater plant upgrade project.
At 6:55 p.m., the board adjourned to an executive session to discuss pending litigation.
“The state’s Court of Appeals agreed in a ruling with a group of Republican voters who sued, saying that the district boundaries had been unconstitutionally gerrymandered and that the Legislature hadn’t followed proper procedure in passing the maps.”
CVPH program supplies blood, blood products to hospitals across our region
PLATTSBURGH, NY (04/27/2022) –The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), is conducting several blood drives open to the community this month and asks all eligible donors to consider donating.
Here are several opportunities to give blood in May:
Monday, May 2, Champlain EMS station, co-sponsor Knights of Columbus, 3 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 3, Lake Side Coffee, Rouses Point, 8 a.m. to Noon
Wednesday, May 4, Massena Neighborhood Center, Noon to 3 p.m.
Thursday, May 5, NCCC Saranac Lake Campus, 11am-3pm
Friday, May 6 Boquet Valley High School, Elizabethtown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monday, May 9, Essex Fire Department, co-sponsor Masonic Lodge, 4 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 10, Chateaugay High School, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 11, Altona Fire Department, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 12, Beekmantown Fire Department, 4 to 7 p.m.
Monday, May 16, St. Augustine Parrish Center Peru, 3 to 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 17, Franklin Academy, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wednesday, May 18, Bloomingdale Fire Department, co-sponsor Knights of Columbus, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Monday, May 23, West Chazy Fire Department, 4 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 24, Malone Callfiremen, 2 to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, May 25, Alice Hyde Medical Center, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday, May 26, Westport Federated Church, 3 to 6 p.m.
Friday, May 27, CVPH Auditoriums A+B, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 31, Brushton-Moira American Legion Post #939, 4 to 7 p.m.
Blood donors are registered electronically and must have a donor card or another form of identification. To protect the safety of the donors and the donor team during a community drive, a number of safety measures are in place. Donors undergo a COVID-19 screening and phlebotomists limit close contact while still providing exceptional care. Phlebotomists and donors are masked and cots are placed an appropriate distance apart.
Located at 85 Plaza Blvd., the Adirondack Regional Donor Center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk ins are welcome.
Blood collected by the Adirondack Regional Blood Center stays in the North Country, helping hundreds of people in this region. Its success rests on the generosity of donors and sponsors.
Learn more about the Adirondack Regional Blood Center, giving blood and becoming a sponsor at UVMHealth.org/GiveBlood or call (518) 562-7406.
