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‘We knew our clients were going to be in danger’: Domestic abuse continues to surge in the North Country | NCPR News

Source: We knew our clients were going to be in danger’: Domestic abuse continues to surge in the North Country | NCPR News

Albany Nursing home coronavirus flare-up came after quarantined aide allegedly ordered back to work

Source: Nursing home coronavirus flare-up came after quarantined aide allegedly ordered back to work

IT workshop scheduled

The Town of Peru, Town Board has scheduled a Workshop for Monday, July 27, 2020, at 5:00 PM.  The purpose of the workshop will be to discuss continuing IT services.  The Workshop will take place at The Peru Town Hall.

 

4 more states added to New York coronavirus quarantine list – syracuse.com

Source: 4 more states added to New York coronavirus quarantine list – syracuse.com

VT Prison chief blasts contractor for death of Black inmate – VTDigger

Source: Prison chief blasts contractor for death of Black inmate – VTDigger

Thermal imaging scanners check your temperature at Burlington airport

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UVM Medical Center shows oxygen, carbon dioxide levels aren’t affected by face masks

Source: UVM Medical Center shows oxygen, carbon dioxide levels aren’t affected by face masks

Resident of Cl. Co. Nursing Home tests positive for COVID-19 | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

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How the Honey Pot is Filled – – The Adirondack Almanack

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Cuomo’s nursing home panel overlooks important fact | CSNY

Source: Cuomo’s nursing home panel overlooks important fact | CSNY

Mass layoffs planned at Schenectady’s Rivers Casino

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Scott signs police reform bill banning chokeholds, mandating body cameras – VTDigger

Source: Scott signs police reform bill banning chokeholds, mandating body cameras – VTDigger

AGENDA – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WEDNESDAY, July 15, 2020 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU

1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL of February 19, 2020 minutes.
5. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing via Zoom meeting application (Covid-19)
6. APPLICATION:
 
1. Area Variance: Z-2020-049 Brett Baker
Area Variance – to convert the existing property to a Two-Family Dwelling. In the Hamlet Zoning District, 8,000 sq. ft. of lot is required for a Two-Family Dwelling and the applicant has 7,775 sq. ft. requiring an Area Variance of 225 sq. ft. The applicant also seeks a 34% variance from the maximum 50% lot coverage.
280.1-8-16
25 Pleasant St.
Peru, NY 12972
7. ANY FURTHER BUSINESS
8. CEO REPORT:
9. ADJOURNMENT

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s July 13th COVID-19 Message

Everybody wants to reopen schools, but we can only do so if it’s safe to reopen. That will be determined solely by the data. Today, we announced a formula for how and when it is safe for schools to reopen in New York State. Schools can reopen if the region is in Phase 4 and if the region’s daily infection rate remains at or below 5 percent using a 14-day average. Schools will close if the regional infection rate rises above 9 percent, using a 7-day average, after August 1. Read more about New York State’s school reopening guidance here.
Photo of the Day: At my briefing today, I unveiled a historical-styled poster that visualizes our state’s struggle with COVID. (Click here for full-sized poster.)
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. A travel enforcement program will commence tomorrow, July 14th, at airports across the state to help ensure travelers are following quarantine protocols. Enforcement teams will be stationed at airports to ensure compliance with the mandatory State Department of Health traveler form, which is being distributed by airlines to passengers flying to New York State. An electronic version of the traveler form is also available. Travelers who fail to provide their contact information will receive a summons with a $2,000 fine.
2. New York State will deploy testing and contact tracing teams to Atlanta as the city continues to experience an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. New York remembers how people across the country came to NY in our time of need and we vowed to pay it forward any way we could.
3. The number of total hospitalizations declined. Yesterday there were 792 total hospitalizations. The state conducted 51,687 tests, of which 557, or 1.08%, were positive. Sadly, we lost 10 New Yorkers to the virus.
4. Take advantage of the beauty of New York’s canals and hiking trails this summer. Through Labor Day, the NYS Canal Corporation is promoting six hubs of canals and trail activity and celebrating local canalside businesses across Upstate NY. The program will offer free outdoor excursions by kayak and/or bike in Schenectady, Chittenango, Seneca Falls and Rochester. Learn more.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: To deliver meals to children who don’t have access to summer meal sites, Foodlink and the Regional Transit Service have partnered upto distribute food in Rochester neighborhoods through an ice cream truck approach. The buses circulate through neighborhoods of the city on Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

Approved minutes of Peru Town Board June 22nd Meeting

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Peru Town Hall.  Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber Jr., Councilman;  Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk.  Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Bob Guynup, Code Enforcement Officer Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog

Control Officer.

The meeting was called to order at 6:04 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motion by Mr. Irwin; seconded by Mr. Bruno to approve the minutes from the June 8, 2020 meeting.

5 Ayes    0 Nays                                                                                  Motion Carried 

 

RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.06.22-1

 

A RESOLUTION TO ERECT A STOP SIGN ON GALA LANE AT THE INTERSECTION OF  WASHINGTON ST. OF THE  ORCHARD VIEW SUBDIVISION.

 

 

MOTIONED BY:   Mr. Bruno                                  SECONDED BY: Mr. Douglass

 

WHEREAS,   the Town Board desires to erect a stop sign on Gala Lane at its intersection with Washington St.  pursuant to its authority under Vehicle and Traffic Law 1660; and it is now

RESOLVED AND ORDERED, that the Town Highway Superintendent erect or cause

to be erected a stop sign controlling travel on Gala Lane at its intersection with Washington St, 

BE IT RESOLVED, That this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

 

Roll Call:   YES NO
  Richard Barber, Jr. x  
  Kregg Bruno x  
  James Douglass x  
  Mel Irwin x  
  Brandy McDonald x  

 

CARRIED: 5 Ayes 0 Nays              

 

RESOLUTION NUMBER: 20.06.22-2

 

A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DAVEY DRIVE WATER AND SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE AS THE TOWN OF PERU’S AND AUTHORIZING THE SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE THE SAME. Read more »

July 15th menu at St. Augustine’s Church/Peru Community Church Soup Kitchen

Tossed Salad
Chili
Rice
Home-made peanut butter cookies

Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Take-out only.

Assemblyman Jones’ July 13th COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 July 13 Updates

DMV Updates

Clinton County DMV has returned to appointment only.

Please visit this website to make an appointment:

Franklin County DMV in Malone is still open by appointment only- please call 518-481-1606.

Franklin County DMV in Malone also has a drop-box available where patrons can leave their paperwork.

The Saranac Lake DMV office, unfortunately, will remain closed due to social distancing requirements.

School Reopening Updates

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today that schools in regions in Phase IV with less than 5% infection rate will be allowed to reopen in the fall.

The State will be reviewing which regions qualify starting on August 1 using a 14 day average to determine the infection rate.

If a school is in a region with an infection rate that rises above 9% using a 7-day average after August 1, that school will not qualify to reopen.

Additionally, the DOH and NYSED have released preliminary guidance for school reopenings.

This guidance is available here.

DOH Travel Advisory Updates

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo also announced that a travel enforcement operation will commence Tuesday, July 14th, at airports across the state to help ensure travelers are following the state’s quarantine restrictions.
As part of the enforcement operation, enforcement teams will be stationed at airports statewide to meet arriving aircraft at gates and greet disembarking passengers to request proof of completion of the State Department of Health traveler form, which is being distributed to passengers by airlines prior to, and upon boarding or disembarking flights to New York State.
A new electronic version of the DOH traveler form is now also available, making it easier and more efficient for travelers to complete the form.

State DOH has also issued an emergency health order mandating that all out-of-state travelers from designated states complete the DOH traveler form upon entering New York.

Travelers who leave the airport without completing the form will be subject to a $2,000 fine and may be brought to a hearing and ordered to complete mandatory quarantine.

Airlines have all pledged to help make passengers aware of the new requirement using pre-flight emails, pre-flight announcements, in-flight announcements and other methods.

Additionally, travelers coming to New York from designated states through other means of transport, including trains and cars, must fill out the DOHtraveler form online.

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Governor Cuomo urges New Yorkers to slow down in work zones as New York reopening continues

As Traffic Increases, New Yorkers Are Urged to Practice Caution As Construction Crews and Law Enforcement Work to Keep Highways Safe 

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today, in partnership with the New York State Department of Transportation, Department of Motor Vehicles, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, State Police and the Thruway Authority reminded motorists of the importance of moving over for highway workers, first responders and others who assist with motor vehicle crashes and roadside incidents. As regions across the state continue reopening, it will bring increased traffic and a greater need for drivers to be aware and respectful of those who work to keep us safe as we travel along New York’s roads and bridges. 

“While New Yorkers remain vigilant to stop the spread of COVID-19, we must also be mindful of the emergency responders, highway workers, tow truck drivers, police officers and others who work to keep us safe,” Governor Cuomo said. “As areas across the state continue reopening and more motorists take to the road, I urge all drivers to follow the law, use common sense and be considerate so our brave men and women can work safely.”  

Recognizing and understanding signs leading up to and within a work zone is essential for the safety of all drivers and roadside workers. Motorists are reminded that fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone and in accordance with the Work Zone Safety Act of 2005, convictions of two or more speeding violations in a work zone could result in the suspension of an individual’s driver license. More work zone safety tips can be found at thruway.ny.gov.

Assemblyman Jones: State must provide PPE and hand sanitizer to our schools

“Many school administrators, teachers, faculty and concerned parents from our local schools have reached out to my office with concerns about acquiring PPE and hand sanitizer for the upcoming school year as New York State releases more guidance for reopening. As an advocate for public education, I understand the current fiscal situation for our local school districts and share their concerns about the affordability of PPE and hand sanitizer. There is no doubt that in-person instruction is important for our children’s wellbeing and mental health but we must ensure the safety of our students and educators when considering schools reopening.

“With that said, whether school districts can afford PPE and hand sanitizer should not have to be a factor in this decision because these items are a necessity for school districts to reopen safely. Nothing is more important than providing a safe environment for our children and their teachers and the least New York State can do is provide PPE and hand sanitizer for our public schools.  In the upcoming weeks, I will continue to fight for the State to provide PPE and hand sanitizer for schools to make sure that our local school districts have the proper equipment to keep our children and their educators safe.”

Local COVID-19 since July 10th – Positive +3, Active +2, Recovered +2, Tested +679

Clinton County Health Department, “Since our last Clinton County COVID-19 case update, Clinton County has seen 3 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases. Please continue to wear face coverings, wash your hands frequently, and maintain physical distance (of at least 6 feet) from others.”

City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Coronavirus: NY Gov. Cuomo says he won’t use kids as ‘guinea pigs’

“New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday outlined the criteria to reopen school districts closed this fall, stressing that he wants to keep kids safe: “We’re not going to use our children as guinea pigs.”

Source: Coronavirus: NY Gov. Cuomo says he won’t use kids as ‘guinea pigs’

Summer Food Service Program for all children 18 years and under free of charge

 

The Peru CSD announces its participation in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meal Packages containing six days of Breakfast and Lunch are available this summer to all children 18 years and under free of charge. They are available for pick-up at Peru Elementary-Intermediate Building, Entrance E-31. Pick-Up Dates are scheduled for: Thursdays, July 16th, 23rd, 30th, and August 6th, 2020 from 10:45 am-12:15 pm.

· From School St., drive past the Tennis Courts and Bus Garage, Turn Left at Stop Sign/Crosswalk, Pull-up next to The Intermediate School Cafeteria-Entrance E-31
· Stay in Your Car & Wear a Mask
· Refrigerate Contents within 30 minutes

More information is available on the Peru Central School District Website at www.perucsd.org

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:
http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

(1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

(2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or

(3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider

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Governor Cuomo Live – July 13, 2020

https://www.facebook.com/GovernorAndrewCuomo/videos/325256625305705/UzpfSTE3NzAwOTI5MjMzMDI5MjpWSzozMjUyNTY2MjUzMDU3MDU/

Regents: Students, teachers must wear masks when school resumes

Source: Regents: Students, teachers must wear masks when school resumes