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1. Call Meeting To Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call

4. MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of June 8, 2020.

5. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Erecting a stop sign at the intersection of Gala Lane and Washington St.

6. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Accepting Davey Drive Water and Sewer Infrastructure as the Town of Peru’s.

7. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval of AES Northeast’s Annual Term Agreement.

8. DISCUSSION: Completion and Inspection of Patent Rd. Culvert Project.

9. DISCUSSION: Zoning Code Updates.

10. DISCUSSION: Youth Summer/Fall Sports

11. DISCUSSION: Other Business.

12. DISCUSSION: Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.

13. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Pay Bills

14. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Adjourn to Executive Session.

15. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Return to Regular Session

MOTION:     Adjourn

**In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, this Town Board Meeting will not be open to the public.  The minutes will be available online as soon as they are approved at the following Board Meeting of July 13, 2020.  Thank you for your understanding in this matter and stay safe!

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is cosponsoring the JUSTICE Act, the House companion legislation to Senator Tim Scott’s (R-SC) police reform legislation in the Senate. This bill expands upon proposals outlined in President Trump’s Executive Order on policing. It brings meaningful reforms to our police forces across the country to improve police-community relations, end police brutality by increasing transparency and accountability measures, and increasing officer training requirements. This legislation was introduced today by Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08), a former law enforcement officer.

“During this challenging time in our country, The JUSTICE Act is critical legislation to bring meaningful reforms to policing across our nation so that communities are better protected,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “The North Country has strong and effective relationships with our law enforcement community, and this legislation will build upon those relationships by improving accountability and transparency, increasing officer training, and putting an end to police brutality and excessive force anywhere in our country. I urge House Democrats to join us in this effort. It is my hope that George Floyd’s memory will be honored throughout this process, as his tragic loss of life was the catalyst to bring this true reform.”

The JUSTICE ACT:

Improving Law Enforcement Transparency through additional reporting

Annual Reporting on Use of Force

• Providing data on the use of force that involves death, serious bodily injury, or the discharge of a firearm, by law enforcement and against law enforcement.

Reporting on No-Knock Warrants

• Reporting on the use of “no-knock” warrants, and whether the warrant application was accurate, if force was used, or if a death or injury occurs

Ensuring Law Enforcement Agencies and Officers are Accountable Read more »

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Health Department statement, “Clinton County continues to have NO active cases of COVID-19. 👏 Continue the good work that got us here by practicing social distancing, wearing face coverings, and washing your hands frequently–COVID-19 is not gone.”

Starting Friday, June 19th til Friday, June 26th the section of the walking trail from the gazebo park to the dog park will be closed for bridge maintenance and painting. If you have any questions please call Courtney Tetrault. 518-643-8125

All New Yorkers Encouraged to Explore Local Fishing Opportunities

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced a Free Fishing Weekend for June 27 – 28. The event is the second of six Free Fishing Days offered in New York State every year.

“This free fishing weekend could not have come at a better time,” Commissioner Seggos said. “Amid the uncertainty of these challenging times, being home together has allowed many families to get outdoors and experience new activities. Free fishing days provide the perfect opportunity for all New Yorkers-from Brooklyn to Buffalo and from Montauk to Mt. Marcy-to try fishing for the first time and encourage those who have fished before to dust off their fishing rods and get outside.”

DEC encourages all anglers, new and experienced, to recreate locally and seek out fishing opportunities close to home. DEC’s Places to Fish webpages are a reliable source for those ready to plan their next fishing trip. For beginning anglers interested in getting started, the I FISH NY Beginners’ Guide to Freshwater Fishing provides information on everything from rigging up a fishing rod to identifying your catch and understanding fishing regulations.

Additional Free Fishing Days in 2020/2021 include National Hunting and Fishing Day (Sept. 26); Veterans Day (Nov. 11); and President’s Day Weekend (Feb. 13-14). During these designated free fishing days, New York residents and non-residents are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license. Free fishing day participants are reminded that although the requirement for a fishing license is waived during free fishing days, all other fishing regulations remain in effect. Read more »

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From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI), the ranking member and chair of the House Committee on Armed Service’s Subcommittee on Intelligence and Emerging Threats and Capabilities, will introduce the National Security Innovation Pathway Act, legislation to help the nation retain top talent by providing a pathway to an immigrant visa for non-citizens engaged in essential work to promote and protect national security.

“The National Security Innovation Pathway Act is a bipartisan proposal to ensure the United States is able to both attract and retain the top minds all over the world for technological innovation and national security expertise,”said Congresswoman Stefanik. “It’s critical that our country remains competitive in the national security space. This bipartisan legislation will ensure the United States has the ability to provide a pathway for those who are able to fortify and bring further innovation to our national security strategy.”

“The United States attracts some of the best minds to our universities and innovative companies and develops their expertise,” said Congressman Langevin. “They can fortify national security and protect our citizens, critical infrastructure and interests. Unfortunately, much of that talent leaves because there are few options to remain. This critical legislation to retain and leverage researchers and technologists will boost the innovation that backs our national defense efforts.” Read more »

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Offerings Now Include Online Bowhunter Course

24,000 Hunters Have Completed Online Course since April; New York State Sporting License Sales Up Nearly 10 Percent

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that DEC’s online hunter education course will continue to be available through Aug. 31, 2020. All hunters must complete a mandatory hunter education course before purchasing a hunting license. In addition, DEC is making an online bowhunter education course option available beginning July 15. Since mid-April, more than 24,000 hunters have successfully completed the online hunter education course, about 20 percent more than typically take it. Of those completing the online course about 40 percent were women, compared to 27 percent female participants in the traditional in-person course. In addition, almost half of the people taking the online course were 30 years of age or older, compared to 30 percent for the in-person course.

“Many new hunters went afield for this year’s turkey season and we look forward to continuing to welcome new hunters with this online safety course,” Commissioner Seggos said. “Hunter safety is our top priority, and expanding the availability of these online courses will help us engage more New Yorkers who are ready to be a part of our state’s proud hunting tradition.”

All hunters who wish to hunt big game with a bow must complete a mandatory bowhunter education course in addition to the required hunter education course. The online hunter education course was first made available in April after in-person hunter education courses were cancelled to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The online course provided an opportunity for first-time hunters who wanted to go afield during New York’s spring turkey season to receive their hunter education certificate before the season started in May. Extending the availability of the online course and adding the bowhunter course option will allow first-time hunters and new archery hunters the opportunity to get their required hunter education and bowhunter education certificates prior to the start of the fall hunting seasons.

DEC’s Hunter Education Program (HEP) is partnering with Kalkomey Enterprises, a company that specializes in hunter education, to offer the online courses that can be completed in six to eight hours. The online courses cover all the topics of traditional in-person courses including firearm and bow safety, tree stand safety, hunting ethics, wildlife conservation, and New York State hunting laws and regulations.

Students who successfully complete the online courses and pass the final exam will receive their hunter education certificate or bowhunter education certificate. The courses are available to individuals 11 and older, but only those 12 or older may purchase a hunting license. Students can complete the courses from a computer, tablet, or smart phone at any time. Visit DEC’s Hunter Education Program page to learn more or to sign up.

To take and receive a hunter education certificate or bowhunter education certificate through the online course, participants must be New York State residents. The cost of the hunter education course is $19.95 and the cost for the bowhunter education course is $30. Both courses can be accessed at DEC’s website. The online courses will be available through Aug. 31, 2020.

Sporting License Sales Increase Nearly 10 Percent in 2020

As New Yorkers continue to recreate locally to prevent the spread of COVID-19, DEC has seen a nearly 10 percent increase in sporting license sales overall. For the period that roughly coincides with New York State on PAUSE, resident turkey permits increased 49 percent, junior hunting licenses increased by 60 percent or more, and resident hunting licenses increased by 130 percent. Certain types of lifetime licenses also increased by as much as 146 percent. A combination of factors, including the availability of online hunter education for new hunters and time available to participate in the spring turkey season, likely contributed to the increase.

Tens of thousands of additional resident fishing licenses were also sold compared to the same time last year, with increases of 30 percent for annual and one-day fishing licenses. Non-resident and senior fishing license sales decreased as anticipated following the COVID-19-related guidance issued by New York and other states.

For more information on recreational opportunities available in New York State visit DEC’s website. New Yorkers are encouraged to engage in responsible recreation close to home during the State’s ongoing response to COVID-19. DEC recommendations incorporate guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the New York State Department of Health for reducing the spread of infectious diseases and encourage New Yorkers to recreate locally, practice physical distancing, show respect, and use common sense to protect themselves and others. For more information, go to DEC’s website.

Additional DEC Campground Openings to be Announced Soon for Summer 2020 Season

Campers Encouraged to Follow Guidelines to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 While Enjoying Beauty of Adirondacks and Catskills

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that 20 of DEC’s campgrounds in the Adirondack and Catskill parks will open on June 19 for the 2020 season. Three additional campgrounds are slated to open June 26, and additional DEC campgrounds and day-use areas will open in the coming weeks as DEC works to safely reopen these facilities to meet guidelines in place to protect staff and visitors from the spread of COVID-19. To maintain social distancing and reduce the density of facilities and protect visitors, DEC is not accepting additional reservations or walk-in camping for the 2020 season at this time. Existing reservations will be honored for the DEC campgrounds listed below.

DEC Campgrounds to Open June 19:

Adirondack Park Campgrounds and Day Use Areas

• Alger Island Campground
• Buck Pond Campground and Day Use Area
• Cranberry Lake Campground and Day Use Area
• Eagle Point Campground and Day Use Area
• Fourth Lake Day Use Area
• Glen Island, Lake George Islands Campgrounds and Day Use Areas
• Lake Durant
• Lake George Battleground Campground
• Lake George Battlefield Day Use Area
• Lake Harris Campground and Day Use Area
• Lewey Lake Campground and Day Use Area
• Long Island, Lake George Islands Campgrounds and Day Use Areas
• Meadowbrook Campground and Day Use Area
• Narrow Island, Lake George Islands Campgrounds and Day Use Areas
• Putnam Pond Campground and Day Use Area
• Scaroon Manor Campground and Day Use Area

Catskill Park Campgrounds and Day Use Areas

• Bear Spring Mountain Campground and Day Use Area
• Little Pond Campground and Day Use Area
• North-South Lake Campground and Day Use Area
• Woodland Valley Campground

Campgrounds to Open June 26:

• Limekiln Lake Campground and Day Use Area
• Luzerne Campground and Day Use Area
• Nicks Lake Campground & Day Use Area

For information about campgrounds operated by the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation visit NYS Parks camping webpage.

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