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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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Very Important COVID-19 Update from Assemblyman Billy Jones

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today that he is issuing Executive Orders that will:

  • Extend the “temporary illness” option to elections not administered by the Board of Elections this November.
  • Mandate county boards send a mailing to all would-be voters notifying them of the deadlines and methods to request an absentee ballot.
  • Directing the Board of Elections to promulgate a new envelope to eliminate confusion about where to sign for a ballot to be counted. 
  • Require all Board of Elections take necessary steps to expedite the counting of ballots so that counting is ready to begin ASAP.
  • Direct all county Board of Elections to report staffing plans and any needs for additional staff to ensure a fair, complete, accurate vote to the State Board of Elections by September 20 so that the State can assist.

Youth Sports Updates

Governor Cuomo also announced that lower-risk sports, like tennis, soccer, cross country, field hockey, and swimming in all regions may practice and play beginning September 21.

School sports must follow the Department of Health-issued guidance.

No travel practice or play permitted outside of the school’s region or contiguous regions/counties until October 19.

Higher risk sports with full-physical contact, like tackle football, wrestling, rugby, and ice hockey, may continue to practice but are not authorized to play.

Health Insurance Enrollment Extension

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced last week that the Special Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers will be extended for another 30 days, through September 15, as the State continues to provide supportive services during the COVID-19 public health crisis.

New Yorkers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health, New York State’s health insurance marketplace, or directly through insurers.

Cardinal Classroom

Plattsburgh State’s Childhood Education Program is offering a program called Cardinal Classroom to help students K-12 who are learning remotely this school year.

Cardinal Classroom was designed to pair K-6 students with our Childhood Education majors for one-on-one tutoring, homework help, and more!

All services will be offered online and are free for the fall! Services start on September 28th.

Register here.

State police asking for help finding Malone teen | St. Lawrence County | nny360.com

Source: State police asking for help finding Malone teen | St. Lawrence County | nny360.com

Plattsburgh’s mayoral candidates outline plans for city | Sun Community News 

Source: Plattsburgh’s mayoral candidates outline plans for city | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH – Mayoral candidates Chris Rosenquest and Scott Beebie explain their plans for the City of Plattsburgh.

Clinton County August 24th COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed positive +3, Recovered +4, Active -1, Tested +854

“Low risk” school sports allowed in New York – New York Daily News

Source: “Low risk” school sports allowed in New York – New York Daily News

City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Michigans
Macaroni Salad
Chips
Cake
 
Served Take-out Only 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. All are welcome at this table!

Peru VFW hosting August 28th Friday Night Supper – Everyone is Welcome!

WHAT:   FRIDAY NIGHT TAKE OUT or EAT IN SUPPER
               Shepherd’s Pie w/roll & butter.  Cookies for dessert.  ONLY $6.50
    or        Two (2) Michigans w/chips      Only $5.00
WHEN:   AUGUST 28, 2020      5 – 8 P.M.
WHERE:   PERU MEMORIAL VFW
                 710 Pleasant St, Rt 22B
                 Peru, NY12972
PHONE:  518-643-2309   Call in orders accepted.
WHO:   Peru Memorial VFW & Auxiliary
           Proceeds for Veterans and their families.

CVPH Online Auction Begins Today

Bidding is

now OPEN!

You won’t want to miss the fantastic items up for grabs during the online auction to benefit The Foundation of CVPH.

Bidding opens on Monday, August 24 at 8 am and closes on Friday, August 28 at 8 pm.

Follow these steps to sign up as a bidder:

– Follow this link and click on the START BIDDING button on the top right corner.

– Click create account and type in your email.

– Check your email and verify the account.

– Fill out your information including mobile # for item updates and your credit card details for a quick check out when the auction closes.

Vidoe

Walsh slashes $18M from Syracuse budget: Furloughs, service cuts, no layoffs – syracuse.com

Mayor Ben Walsh will slash $18.1 million from the city’s budget by freezing hiring and mandating furloughs more than 400 employees, including himself and his top staff.

Source: Walsh slashes $18M from Syracuse budget: Furloughs, service cuts, no layoffs – syracuse.com

Audit: NY failed in its oversight of SUNY Poly, ‘Buffalo Billion’ projects | News | oleantimesherald.com

Source: Audit: NY failed in its oversight of SUNY Poly, ‘Buffalo Billion’ projects | News | oleantimesherald.com

Joe Biden may have accepted the Democratic nomination for president Thursday, but it was 13-year-old Brayden Harrington — grandson of Crown Point Supervisor Charlie Harrington — who stole the show 

Essex Center virus cases rise to 49 | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Essex Center virus cases rise to 49 | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

One man dies in fatal Morrisonville car accident | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: One man dies in fatal Morrisonville car accident | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Fatal accident reported in Morrisonville overnight | Sun Community News MORRISONVILLE |

Source: Fatal accident reported in Morrisonville overnight | Sun Community News MORRISONVILLE | Clinton County Sheriff’s officials said one person was killed during an overnight crash on Route 3.

Burlington Council Approves Limits on Alcohol Sales, House Parties | Off Message

Source: Burlington Council Approves Limits on Alcohol Sales, House Parties | Off Message

SUNY Plattsburgh reports second positive COVID-19 case | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: SUNY Plattsburgh reports second positive COVID-19 case | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Stefanik to speak at Republican National Convention | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH |

Gypsy moth caterpillar damage common across the state – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Gypsy moth caterpillar damage common across the state – – The Adirondack Almanack

‘Let’s not let it die’ | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: ‘Let’s not let it die’ | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Battle of Plattsburgh event secures over $5K in grants | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Battle of Plattsburgh event secures over $5K in grants | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Robo Assist: New machine aids in joint replacements at ADK Health | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Robo Assist: New machine aids in joint replacements at ADK Health | Local News | pressrepublican.com

*UPDATED* 16 Essex Center staff positive for COVID | Sun Community News 42 total COVID-19 cases associated with Essex Center outbreak.

According to the evening update, “of 42 total (COVID positive) cases at Essex Center, 26 are nursing home residents and 16 are nursing home employees.”

Source: *UPDATED* 16 Essex Center staff positive for COVID | Sun Community News 42 total COVID-19 cases associated with Essex Center outbreak.

Hiking to history: Virginia woman sets new Adirondack 46 High Peaks record | NCPR News

Source: Hiking to history: Virginia woman sets new Adirondack 46 High Peaks record | NCPR News

Approved minutes of Peru Town Board’s July 13th meeting

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday July 13, 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, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present were Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Mr. Bob Guynup, Zoning Officer; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney, Ms. Pamela Barber, Confidential Secretary to the Board and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.

The meeting was called to order at 6:02 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motion by Mr. Barber; seconded by Mr. Douglass to include the reports from the following departments into the official record of tonight’s meeting. (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports). No JCEO Report

Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried

Motion by Mr. Bruno; seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve the minutes from the June 22, 2020 meeting.

Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried

Set up IT Workshop time with PrimeLink
Motion by Mr. Barber seconded by Mr. Douglass to have a workshop with Primelink to discuss IT services at 5 P.M., July 27, 2020.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried

Resolution No. 20.07.13-1

RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF PERU IN THE COUNTY OF CLINTON, STATE OF NEW YORK, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 2020 K.M INTERNATIONAL MODEL KM 4000T HOTBOX/RECLAIMER AT A REVISED COST AS SHARED SERVICES WITH THE TOWN OF AUSABLE.

Motion By: Mr. Bruno Second By: Mr. Irwin

WHEREAS, the Towns of Peru and AuSable have previously approved the purchase the Hot Box/Reclaimer Trailer together sharing the expense of the purchase saving each Town half the cost and upkeep of the trailer.

WHEREAS, that the Towns of AuSable and Peru will purchase the Hot Box/Reclaimer Trailer together in April 2020 at a revised total cost of $28,233.20 ($14,116.60 per Town).

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED; that the Towns of AuSable and Peru will purchase the Hot Box/Reclaimer Trailer together in April 2020 at an additional cost of $1,233.60 per town

This Resolution shall take effect immediately and shall be dated July 13, 2020.

Carried: 5 Ayes 0 Nays

Roll Call:

YES

NO

Richard Barber Jr.

x

Kregg Bruno

x

James Douglass

x

Mel Irwin

x

Brandy McDonald

x

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