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The editor is John Ryan at email: perugazette@gmail.com. The Peru Gazette is a free community, education and information website. It is non-commercial and does not accept paid advertising.

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It’s not too late to join your neighbors this morning

Joanne and Preston Daniels were two of the first people to arrive at the fire station with trash.

These folks turned out at 8 a.m this morning. Lions club members will be in the parking lot until noon with plastic gloves, bags and pickers. Casella vouchers are available if you can’t return the trash to the Fire Station this morning.

On Saturday, April 23rd, the Peru Lions Club is partnering with the Peru k-5 PTO to organize a Peru town-wide pickup/cleanup event to recognize Earth Day. We invite all Peru individuals and organizations to join us. Casella Waste Management has donated supplies, including bags, vests and pickers, and vouchers so people can drop off the full bags at the convenience stations free of charge. These supplies will be available beginning at 7 AM at the Peru Fire Station parking lot. The official kickoff will be at 8 AM, so bring a friend and join us. After your pickup, return to the Firehouse until noontime to return your vest and pickers.
Thanks to Casella for their support of the project.

NYS surprised Peru drivers this morning

By John T. Ryan
Peru – April 22, 2022 – State Route 22 drivers had a surprise this morning. The NYS Department of Transportation (DOT)installed a stop sign at the corner of Maiden Lane and Route 22. DOT did not notify Peru officials. Peru Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald said, “I didn’t know about it until my phone started ringing off the hook.”
McDonald said he’ll be on the phone Monday attempting to learn the DOT’s reasoning. Local opinions will undoubtedly be divided. Some people believe the stop sign is a good move, while others don’t.
The Peru Gazette thanks Brandy McDonald for the photos.
Edited at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022, to reflect Brandy McDonald’s [lanned phone call to DOT and to delete a little editorializing.

Jacobs, Stefanik back bill to exempt firearms from bankruptcy proceedings | Government | nny360.com

Source: Jacobs, Stefanik back bill to exempt firearms from bankruptcy proceedings | Government | nny360.com

How to make your day!

Your Peru Gazette Editor encountered animals twice today. First, it was a Bernese Mountain Dog at Aubuchon’s and then a turkey and goats of all sizes at a friend’s house.

Here’s how New York’s 2023 investments in child care could be a ‘game changer’ | NCPR News

Source: Here’s how New York’s 2023 investments in child care could be a ‘game changer’ | NCPR News

Dr. Georgia Harkness: ‘Born a Methodist,’ leaves enduring legacy | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Dr. Georgia Harkness: ‘Born a Methodist,’ leaves enduring legacy | News | pressrepublican.com

Court rules N.Y. Democrats gerrymandered congressional map

Source: Court rules N.Y. Democrats gerrymandered congressional map

Plattsburgh Common Council not ready to make a decision on Margaret Street project

Source: Plattsburgh Common Council not ready to make a decision on Margaret Street project

Following the funding for water projects

This story is a few days old, but it’s an excellent story. Source: Following the funding for water projects

NY Cannabis Insider to Host In-Person Conference on May 20th – syracuse.com

Source: NY Cannabis Insider to Host In-Person Conference on May 20th – syracuse.com

The hikers are coming … but how many? – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: The hikers are coming … but how many? – – The Adirondack Almanack

SNAP households to receive max benefits for April | Sun Community News ALBANY | 

36th Annual Rotary Fishing Classic returns to Lake Champlain | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The 36th annual Rotary Fishing Classic will be held on beautiful Lake Champlain Friday, June 3.

Source: 36th Annual Rotary Fishing Classic returns to Lake Champlain | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The 36th annual Rotary Fishing Classic will be held on beautiful Lake Champlain Friday, June 3.

U.S. extends vaccination requirements for non-U.S. travelers | Sun Community News WASHINGTON, D.C. | 

Updates issued for Lake Placid Main Street construction | Sun Community News LAKE PLACID | Main Street becomes one-way when construction resumes April 11.

Source: Updates issued for Lake Placid Main Street construction | Sun Community News LAKE PLACID | Main Street becomes one-way when construction resumes April 11.

NY State Water Infrastructure Awards 2021 by Region | Environmental Facilities Corporation

North Country EFC has awarded more than $37.5 million to North Country municipalities. The investment is projected to contribute 2,378 jobs to the North Country economy and save North Country localities an estimated $97.4 million. Search: Applicant County Project Cost Estimated Grant Award Alexandria Bay, Village of Jefferson  $11,288,000   $3,000,000  Beekmantown, Town of Clinton  $6,662,503   $3,000,000  Brownville, Village of Jefferson  $16,348,500   $3,000,000  Brownville, Village of Jefferson  $1,102,

Source: WIIA Awards 2021 by Region | Environmental Facilities Corporation

Some Mohawks are starting to reclaim their right to use ancestral lands | NCPR News

Source: Some Mohawks are starting to reclaim their right to use ancestral lands | NCPR News

AGENDA TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING APRIL 25, 2022 @ 6:00 PM

  1. Call Meeting To Order
  1. Pledge of Allegiance
  1. Roll Call
  1. MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of April 11, 2022.
  1. Community Input.
  1. DISCUSSION: Girl Scout Project.
  1. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval of AdkAction for Road Salt Reduction MOU.
  1. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Building Permit Fees for Commercial Solar Farms. 
  1. DISCUSSION: EFC WIIA Grant Awards for the WWTP Upgrade Project. 
  1. DISCUSSION: Sewer Project Update. 
  1. DISCUSSION: Possible Dog Licensing Clinic. 
  1. DISCUSSION: Other Business. 
  1. DISCUSSION: Public Comments on Agenda Items Only. 
  1. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Pay Bills. 
  1. MOTION: Adjourn to Executive Session. (If needed) 
  1. MOTION: Return from Executive Session. (If needed)

 

MOTION:     Adjourn

Corrections officers injured after altercation at New York prison

Source: Corrections officers injured after altercation at New York prison

Mohawk court victory could reshape northern St. Lawrence & Franklin counties. Here’s what that could look like. | NCPR News

Source: Mohawk court victory could reshape northern St. Lawrence & Franklin counties. Here’s what that could look like. | NCPR News

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Hochul continues mask mandates on public transit

Source: Hochul continues mask mandates on public transit

A message from Sister Debbie Blow, Executive Director of the North Country Mission of Hope

Peru Gazette of a typical Mission of Hope action

 
Aid to Ukraine
 
As promised several weeks ago, I stated we would advise when we had a network in place to deliver priority items to Ukraine. We are now ready to move forward.
 
Our contact, Devi Momot, is connected with a family from NH, whose family members live in Ukraine, some of whom have and/or are on the front lines. This family will handle the shipment and/or flying of items as part of their care and commitment. In turn, some have already flown back and forth to Ukraine with items.
 
As always, we are being asked to be the heart, hands and feet of Christ, or God, or whomever we believe our Creator to be named. We are all called to do what we can in the face of evil.
 
So, here’s the plan:
 
When and where can items be delivered: There are 3 options for you to consider…
A. Saturday, April 23rd at our Warehouse in Peru, NY from 9-noon. Address is 3452 State Route 22
B. Wednesday, April 27th at our Warehouse in Peru, NY from 9-noon. Address is 3452 State Route 22.
C. Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM at Centennial Abstract on Margaret St. here in Plattsburgh, NY. That address is 185 Margaret St. That is the office of our Leadership President, James Carlin, and he has also graciously offered this option to provide more time frames.
 
Where do we find the list of food and other items needed? See below. Please make sure all food items are non-perishable and the dates are good. It would be very helpful if you packed “like” items with like items. In other words, keep food items separate from medical and keep medical separate from blankets, etc. That will expedite and streamline the process.
 
Do we need anyone to help receive or pack the items? YES, absolutely. If you come early on Sat or Wednesday, some of our regular MOHtown volunteers will be present to guide and assist.
 
If you have any further questions, please email or text me.
 
And most importantly, thank you. Devi Momot reached out to us, trusting that the Mission of Hope would respond and so, we are! Thank you.
 
Sr. Debbie Blow, OP
Executive Director
North Country Mission of Hope
3452 Route 22
Peru, NY 12972
Cell: 518-572-4246
Office: 518-643-5572
 
HUMANITARIAN AID FOR UKRAINE
Critical Priority
Non-Perishable food (examples):

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Stefanik Slams Biden Administration’s Extension of Mandates on Northern Border Travelers

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released a statement following the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) announcement to extend vaccine mandates on Northern Border travelers into the United States.
“The Biden Administration’s hypocrisy is showing as they impose vaccine mandates on legal, essential Northern Border travelers, while failing to address their surge of illegal immigration across the Southern Border. For over two years, communities in Upstate New York and the North Country have been devastated by Northern Border travel restrictions, which hurt tourism, harm supply chain, and keep families apart. Instead of leading the way for our Canadian partners by dropping all restrictions on Northern Border travel, the Biden Administration is doubling down on harmful restrictions on Northern Border travel, while proposing an end to Title 42, which will fuel illegal immigration across the Southern Border. In the midst of this weak and failed leadership from the Biden Administration, I will continue to stand up for families in Upstate New York and the North Country who deserve an end to restrictions on Northern Border travel, so families can be reunited, small businesses can thrive, and our supply chain can be restored.”

North Country Businesses Welcome Back Canadians – YouTube