The Peru Gazette

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Agenda – Town of Peru Board of Zoning 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

By John T. Ryan 

Peru – Two items of interest stood out in the minutes of the Peru Town Board’s May 29th meeting.  The Board announced that summertime Gazebo concerts will not be held this year. Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald explained, “We don’t know when the COVID-19 Phase 4 for large gatherings will take effect. There are no guarantees.”  McDonald did add, “If something does happen we could bring it back to the Board. I wouldn’t be opposed to that. Two or three bands have indicated they’d be willing to perform.” 

The minutes also state, “Hometown Hero banners will be placed randomly effective 2021.” McDonald stated, “It’s very hard to accommodate everyone. We try, but we can’t make everyone happy.”   

The Hometown Hero Banner Program recognizes the military service of a community’s natives or residents. Town of Peru personnel erected the first banner in May 2018. Several banners have been placed near the veterans’ homes, but as time has passed more and more very specific requests are being made.  

Jeanne Arnold and Jackie Douglass – 2018 Peru Gazette Photo

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Free meals may be available for pickup only if there is enough interest. Give us your feedback by filling out the survey by Monday, June 22. If your children go to school at Peru Central School and would like to continue getting lunches through the summer, please fill out the survey on the the 

Peru school website www.perucsd.org

Or visit our Facebook page and fill the survey out there.

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PLATTSBURGH, NY, June 19, 2020. Temperatures are forecasted to reach up into the high 80s with high humidity today and this weekend. With this in mind, local health officials are urging residents to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses. One particular concern noted by the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) relates to COVID-19. In order to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19, many businesses and service providers have implemented appointment-based systems. People are asked to make an appointment, call upon arrival, and wait in their car before going in. 

“While this practice protects against the spread of COVID-19, with rising temperatures it may also increase the risk for heat-related illness,” stated Mark Lafountain, Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator at CCHD. “Residents are reminded to NEVER leave a child, adult, or animal alone inside a vehicle on a warm day. If you need to wait in your vehicle prior to an appointment, options may include finding a shady place to park and using air conditioning to stay cool.” Residents are encouraged to learn to recognize the signs of heat-related illness, which can range in severity, from heat cramps to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. 

Symptoms of heat-related illness can include: 

 Muscle pains or spasms in the stomach, arms or legs (heat cramps); 

 Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, fainting, nausea, or vomiting (heat exhaustion); and 

 Extremely high body temperature (above 103˚F, taken orally); red, hot, and dry skin with no sweat; rapid, strong pulse; or dizziness, confusion, or unconsciousness (heat stroke). 

Residents are encouraged to contact their medical provider or seek help if they believe they are experiencing symptoms of heat-related illness. Mr. Lafountain cautioned, “To prevent illness, residents should stay alert to the weather and take precautions, such as staying well hydrated.” 

Additional recommendations include: 

 Dress in lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing to help keep cool. 

 Drink plenty of fluids before you are thirsty, regardless of how active you are. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks, as they will cause you to lose more body fluid. As you sweat, you will need to replenish the fluids your body loses. 

 Stay out of the sun as much as possible. People and pets should limit outdoor activities to the times of the day that are typically cooler (i.e., early morning or evening). Rest often in shady areas. 

 Stay in air-conditioned areas as much as possible. 

 Never leave children or pets inside a parked car, even briefly. Even with the windows cracked, a car will quickly heat up to dangerous temperatures. 

 Keeping social distancing in mind, check on your neighbors, friends, and family members, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Certain populations are at increased risk for heat-related illness, including older adults (65+); infants and children; those who are ill, have chronic medical conditions, or are overweight; athletes; those without air conditioning; and outdoor workers. 

For additional heat and summer safety information, visit CCHD’s Summer Safety Guide at http://www.clintonhealth.org/news_letters/SummerSafetyGuide2020.pdf. 

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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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