Fire-ravaged Boonville makes pitch for HGTV makeover – syracuse.com
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Peru/Regional History.
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Should a judge be free to lock up any dangerous suspect? A NY bail reform dilemma – syracuse.com
Source: Should a judge be free to lock up any dangerous suspect? A NY bail reform dilemma – syracuse.com
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Another round of prison closures may be coming to NY: What to know
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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From fighting flames to battling cancer
Source: Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Fire Department News.
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2020 Town Board Organizational Meeting
The Peru Town Board conducted its 2020 Organizational Meeting on Monday, January 13, 2020. The approved resolutions covered: salaries of elected officials, appointees, appointee salaries and frequency of payments, department liaisons, meeting dates and times, contracts, the mileage reimbursement rate, town depositories, the official town newspaper and town policies.
The most significant change from past practice is the new Board meeting time of 6 p.m. rather than 6 p.m. Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald said 6 p.m. coordinates better with the employee work schedules and commuting distances.
Other than Board members and employees, only two Peru residents regularly attend Town Board meetings.
Resolution #1
Resolution Establishing 2020 SALARY AND PAYMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS
BE IT RESOLVED that 2020 salaries for Town of Peru Elected Officials be set as follows:
Town Council Members $7,706.50 /Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Supervisor $25,338.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Clerk/Tax Collector $26,285.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Justices $19,698.75/Annually, Paid Monthly
Highway Superintendent $60,716.00/Annually, Paid Bi-weekly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #2
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following appointments for 2020 be made:
APPOINTMENTS POSITIONS
1. Courtney Tetrault Water & Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator
2. Robert Guynup Codes & Zoning Enforcement Officer
3. Pamela Barber Confidential Secretary to the Town Board
4. Dianne Miller Registrar of Vital Statistics
5. Judy Akey Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics
6. Judy Akey Account Clerk/Receptionist
7. Holly Stone Clerk to the Town Justices
8. Christine Crawford Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices
9. James Douglass Deputy Supervisor
10. Brandy McDonald Budget Officer
11. Darlene Grigware Typist (Codes & Zoning Dept.)
12. Carlene Heipel Typist (Highway & Water/Sewer Dept.)
13. James Falvo Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson
14. Sean Lukas Zoning Board of Appeals Vice Chairperson
15. Richard Williams Planning Board Chairperson
16. Ryan Davies Planning Board Vice Chairperson
17. Judy Akey Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector
18. Ron and Carol Allen Town Historians
19. John Flynn Recreation Director
20. TBD Assistant Youth Director
21. TBD Youth Commission Chairman
22. David Drollette Dog Control Officer
24. Department Heads Purchasing Agents General Fund
25. Mike Farrell, Hwy. Supt. Purchasing Agent Highway Fund
26. Courtney Tetrault, Parks, W/S Supt. Purchasing Agent Water/Sewer Fund
27. Darrell Martineau Highway Crew Supervisor
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #3
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 SALARIES AND PAYMENT FREQUENCY FOR TOWN OF PERU APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 salaries and payment frequencies be set as follows:
Water/Sewer Superintendent $61,210.69/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Code/Zoning/Planning Officer $48,856.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Confidential Secretary to the Board $44,905.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Town Clerk)
Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Deputy Town Clerk)
Account Clerk/Receptionist $20.54/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Clerk to Town Justices $41,485.00/Annually/Paid Bi-Weekly
Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices $16.08/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Supervisor $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Budget Officer $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Typist – Codes/Zoning/Planning $15.40/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Typist – Highway & Water/Sewer $19.98/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector $1,813.78/Annually, Paid Monthly
Recreation Director $21,726.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Groundskeeper $2,500.00/Annually/Paid 3 Times/Summer
Assistant Youth Director $3,000.00/Annually, Paid Seasonally
Dog Control Officer $13,640.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #4
RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING TOWN DEPARTMENT LIAISONS
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 Town Board Liaison assignments are approved by the Town Board
PLANNING/ZONING Richard Barber & Mel Irwin
WATER/SEWER: Kregg Bruno & Mel Irwin
HIGHWAY: Mel Irwin & Richard Barber
PARKS/RECREATION: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
YOUTH COMMISSION: Jim Douglass & Richard Barber
LIBRARY: Mel Irwin & Jim Douglass
DOG CONTROL OFFICER: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
JUSTICE SYSTEM Kregg Bruno & Richard Barber
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #5
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING DATES AND STARTING TIMES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following dates/times make up the 2020 Regular Town Board Meeting Schedule:
2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
Monday January 13, 2020 7:00 PM
Monday January 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday May 11, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday May 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 8, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 22, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday October 15, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday October 26, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday December 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Wednesday December 30, 2020 6:00 PM
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried
Resolution #6
RESOLUTION APPROVING 2020 CONTRACTS
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board gives approval for the Town Supervisor to sign the following contracts on behalf of the Town of Peru:
2020 ANNUAL CONTRACTS
JCEO of Clinton & Essex Counties
North Country LIFE FLIGHT, Inc.
Clinton County Assessor (previously signed)
Web Site Manager, Don McBrayer
Cleaning Service, Robert Crawford
Grant/Project Consultant, Elizabeth Tedford
Attorney for the Town. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Attorney for the Town Planning & Zoning Dept. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Engineering/Consulting Services for Water/Sewer, Highway and Planning/Zoning Departments. Firm: Engineering Ventures Inc.
Accounting Firm: Boulrice & Wood CPS, P.C.
Peru Golden Apple Club
Animal Shelter, Elmore SPCA
Carried:
Resolution #7
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 TOWN OF PERU MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE
BE IT RESOLVED that employees of the Town of Peru using their personal vehicle for pre-approved official Town business will be reimbursed for such mileage as follows:
2020 Mileage Reimbursement Rate . . . . . . . . . $ .545 per mile
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #8
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING TOWN DEPOSITORIES
BE IT RESOLVED that the TD Bank, Peru, New York, hereby is designated as the official depository for all Checking, Savings, and Town Reserve accounts of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, Town Justice Kirby, and Town Justice Cabana and the Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s accounts for 2020,
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #9
RESOLUTION NAMING THE OFFICIAL TOWN NEWSPAPER
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Peru names the Press Republican as its Newspaper of Record for 2020.
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Town Board News.
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Ausable Chasm: Hiking the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks – Uncovering New York
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Cuomo threatens to make NY counties pay more for Medicaid if they don’t cut costs – syracuse.com
Source: Cuomo threatens to make NY counties pay more for Medicaid if they don’t cut costs – syracuse.com
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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An 18-day NY State Fair? Cuomo wants to add five days to lineup – syracuse.com
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under State Government News.
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How to Fix a $6.1 Billion Budget Hole? Attack Health Care Spending – The New York Times
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Jones Has Concerns About Cuomo’s Budget Proposals Including the Proposal to Close More Prisons
From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones
Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he will fight for a state budget that addresses the needs and concerns of North Country families after listening to the governor’s budget address earlier today. The proposal includes critical funding for North Country schools, veterans and small businesses, as well as a plan to close more prisons and reform Medicaid.
“The governor’s budget proposal presents some clear concerns; his proposal to close more prisons across the state poses a safety threat to the hardworking men and women who work in these facilities. As a former correction officer, I know the serious impact this could have on the well-being of the employees and will do everything in my power to ensure our North Country prisons are not affected by this,” Jones said.
“The governor has also proposed making drastic changes to the Medicaid system,” noted Jones. “Let me be clear, while I strongly support the need to control the rising costs of these services, this cannot come at the cost of putting another unfunded mandate on our local governments. North Country families already have enough bills on their plate and shouldn’t be forced to bear even more of the state’s burden.”
Since 2015, the state has covered all increases in its counties’ share of Medicaid costs,[1] while local governments have continued to administer the programs. In his Budget address, the governor partially blamed the $6.1 billion budget deficit on the state’s Medicaid spending and indicated reviving the Medicaid Redesign Team to study ways to reduce costs and restructure the program.[2]
While the governor’s remarks indicated this will not come at a cost to local governments, it certainly put the future of this critical funding in question and raised concerns among state lawmakers, including Jones, who countered that cutting state Medicaid spending would unfairly push costs onto local taxpayers.[3]
Farms and small businesses are an essential part of what makes the North Country thrive which is why Jones was pleased that the governor’s proposal included language similar to a bill that Jones co-sponsored (A.6309), which would cut the corporate tax rate for small businesses and expand the small business exemption from 5% to 15% for farms and sole proprietors with a net income under $250,000. This will provide tax relief to help these community staples continue to grow and prosper, Jones noted. Additionally, the governor’s proposal included $29 million in funding for a variety of agricultural programs throughout New York which is paramount to supporting our farmers and the work they do. The proposal also includes language to expand the definition of family members, which is one step towards addressing the detrimental provisions of the farm labor law, Jones indicated.
“I will continue to be a strong advocate for Northern New York Agriculture programs and will work with my colleagues to ensure these programs are adequately funded and regulations are modified to help our farms succeed,” said Jones.
The governor’s proposal also included major changes to the education funding formula. “As a father, I remain committed to ensuring our children, and their teachers, have the necessary resources to help them grow and thrive,” said Jones. “I will investigate the governor’s proposal to ensure our schools get their fair share and that no changes have a harmful impact on North Country Schools.”
The governor also indicated his commitment to land based renewable energy programs. “While this may be encouraging, I am troubled by the indication that this will come at a cost with removing local control,” said Jones. “Our local officials and residents know what works best for their communities, and we must continue to give them the authority to make these decisions.”
In addition, the governor’s proposal includes funding for a state veterans cemetery, which is similar to a bill that Jones introduced last year to ensure proper funding for this important site (A.887). Jones will push for this proposal to be passed in the final state budget, adding that he’s hopeful the eventual site will be located in the North Country. Additionally the Governor mentioned the need for cellular service, but lacked mentioning how much money would be allocated for expansion of cellular service. As a member of the rural cellular task force, Jones remains committed to ensuring this issue is addressed and properly funded.
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under State Government News, State Legislator News.
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NYS Tax Department: Learn about Free File options—you may be eligible to file your taxes for free!
Source: NYS Tax Department: Learn about Free File options—you may be eligible to file your taxes for free!
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Education News, General News, State Government News.
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Sheldon Silver’s Corruption Conviction Is Partly Overturned – The New York Times
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Peru/Regional History, State Legislator News.
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Cuomo’s executive budget, by the numbers | CSNY
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under State Government News.
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Town Board Organizes for 2020
The Peru Town Board conducted its 2020 Organizational Meeting on Monday, January 13, 2020. The approved resolutions covered: salaries of elected officials, appointees, appointee salaries and frequency of payments, department liaisons, meeting dates and times, contracts, the mileage reimbursement rate, town depositories, the official town newspaper and town policies.
The most significant change from past practice is the new Board meeting time of 6 p.m. rather than 6 p.m. Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald said 6 p.m. coordinates better with the employee work schedules and commuting distances.
Other than Board members and employees, only two Peru residents regularly attend Town Board meetings.
Resolution #1
Resolution Establishing 2020 SALARY AND PAYMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS
BE IT RESOLVED that 2020 salaries for Town of Peru Elected Officials be set as follows:
Town Council Members $7,706.50 /Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Supervisor $25,338.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Clerk/Tax Collector $26,285.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Justices $19,698.75/Annually, Paid Monthly
Highway Superintendent $60,716.00/Annually, Paid Bi-weekly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #2
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following appointments for 2020 be made:
APPOINTMENTS POSITIONS
1. Courtney Tetrault Water & Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator
2. Robert Guynup Codes & Zoning Enforcement Officer
3. Pamela Barber Confidential Secretary to the Town Board
4. Dianne Miller Registrar of Vital Statistics
5. Judy Akey Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics
6. Judy Akey Account Clerk/Receptionist
7. Holly Stone Clerk to the Town Justices
8. Christine Crawford Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices
9. James Douglass Deputy Supervisor
10. Brandy McDonald Budget Officer
11. Darlene Grigware Typist (Codes & Zoning Dept.)
12. Carlene Heipel Typist (Highway & Water/Sewer Dept.)
13. James Falvo Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson
14. Sean Lukas Zoning Board of Appeals Vice Chairperson
15. Richard Williams Planning Board Chairperson
16. Ryan Davies Planning Board Vice Chairperson
17. Judy Akey Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector
18. Ron and Carol Allen Town Historians
19. John Flynn Recreation Director
20. TBD Assistant Youth Director
21. TBD Youth Commission Chairman
22. David Drollette Dog Control Officer
24. Department Heads Purchasing Agents General Fund
25. Mike Farrell, Hwy. Supt. Purchasing Agent Highway Fund
26. Courtney Tetrault, Parks, W/S Supt. Purchasing Agent Water/Sewer Fund
27. Darrell Martineau Highway Crew Supervisor
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #3
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 SALARIES AND PAYMENT FREQUENCY FOR TOWN OF PERU APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 salaries and payment frequencies be set as follows:
Water/Sewer Superintendent $61,210.69/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Code/Zoning/Planning Officer $48,856.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Confidential Secretary to the Board $44,905.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Town Clerk)
Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Deputy Town Clerk)
Account Clerk/Receptionist $20.54/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Clerk to Town Justices $41,485.00/Annually/Paid Bi-Weekly
Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices $16.08/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Supervisor $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Budget Officer $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Typist – Codes/Zoning/Planning $15.40/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Typist – Highway & Water/Sewer $19.98/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector $1,813.78/Annually, Paid Monthly
Recreation Director $21,726.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Groundskeeper $2,500.00/Annually/Paid 3 Times/Summer
Assistant Youth Director $3,000.00/Annually, Paid Seasonally
Dog Control Officer $13,640.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #4
RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING TOWN DEPARTMENT LIAISONS
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 Town Board Liaison assignments are approved by the Town Board
PLANNING/ZONING Richard Barber & Mel Irwin
WATER/SEWER: Kregg Bruno & Mel Irwin
HIGHWAY: Mel Irwin & Richard Barber
PARKS/RECREATION: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
YOUTH COMMISSION: Jim Douglass & Richard Barber
LIBRARY: Mel Irwin & Jim Douglass
DOG CONTROL OFFICER: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
JUSTICE SYSTEM Kregg Bruno & Richard Barber
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #5
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING DATES AND STARTING TIMES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following dates/times make up the 2020 Regular Town Board Meeting Schedule:
2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
Monday January 13, 2020 7:00 PM
Monday January 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday May 11, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday May 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 8, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 22, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday October 15, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday October 26, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday December 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Wednesday December 30, 2020 6:00 PM
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried
Resolution #6
RESOLUTION APPROVING 2020 CONTRACTS
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board gives approval for the Town Supervisor to sign the following contracts on behalf of the Town of Peru:
2020 ANNUAL CONTRACTS
JCEO of Clinton & Essex Counties
North Country LIFE FLIGHT, Inc.
Clinton County Assessor (previously signed)
Web Site Manager, Don McBrayer
Cleaning Service, Robert Crawford
Grant/Project Consultant, Elizabeth Tedford
Attorney for the Town. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Attorney for the Town Planning & Zoning Dept. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Engineering/Consulting Services for Water/Sewer, Highway and Planning/Zoning Departments. Firm: Engineering Ventures Inc.
Accounting Firm: Boulrice & Wood CPS, P.C.
Peru Golden Apple Club
Animal Shelter, Elmore SPCA
Carried:
Resolution #7
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 TOWN OF PERU MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE
BE IT RESOLVED that employees of the Town of Peru using their personal vehicle for pre-approved official Town business will be reimbursed for such mileage as follows:
2020 Mileage Reimbursement Rate . . . . . . . . . $ .545 per mile
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #8
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING TOWN DEPOSITORIES
BE IT RESOLVED that the TD Bank, Peru, New York, hereby is designated as the official depository for all Checking, Savings, and Town Reserve accounts of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, Town Justice Kirby, and Town Justice Cabana and the Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s accounts for 2020,
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #9
RESOLUTION NAMING THE OFFICIAL TOWN NEWSPAPER
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Peru names the Press Republican as its Newspaper of Record for 2020.
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Town Board News.
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Chamber of Commerce Informational Meeting – All Businesspersons Invited
Plattsburgh, NY – The North Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Breakfast on Wednesday, February 12th from 8:00 – 9:00am at the Chamber office, 7061 Route 9, Plattsburgh.
This informational meeting will provide an overview of Chamber activities regarding tourism promotion, government affairs, small business support and economic development. You’ll also learn how the Chamber can help you grow your business through a variety of benefits including cost-saving opportunities, ways to meet potential customers, and more.
This free breakfast is open to any businessperson who would like to learn more about the Chamber and the many services offered in our region. RSVP by calling the Chamber of Commerce at 518-563-1000 or visit www.northcountrychamber.com.
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Business News.
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Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied – An Opinion by John Ryan
Peru – The accompanying photo depicts the scene at the January 15th Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting. The Board, an applicant seeking a use variance to start a new business, his attorney and several of his supporters were present. By law the Zoning Board should have five members; however a resignation resulted in it currently having only four members. As sometimes happens a Board member had a valid reason for not being present; therefore, an unanimous 3-0 vote would have been required for the variance’s approval. To almost no one’s surprise, the applicant and his attorney requested that the matter be delayed until the Board’s February 19th meeting.
Why is a complete Zoning Board important to you? The business and residential matters they consider oftentimes result in an expanded tax base and lower taxes for us all. New buildings are constructed and older buildings are renovated. Jobs are created. Our community becomes a better place to live. Very importantly, applicants deserve a timely hearing. As the saying goes, “Justice delayed is justice denied.”
The problem can easily solved. Smart, public spirited Peru residents must make time to serve on either the Zoning Board or the Planning Board. The “other” guy or gal is not going to volunteer. It’s up to you.
Applying is easy. Submit a letter of interest with a brief biography and your phone number to Planning/Zoning Board Secretary Darlene Grigware, Peru Town Hall, 3036 Main St. For more information call Darlene at 518-643-2745 Ext. 6 or email zoning secretary@perutown.com for information.
Posted: January 19th, 2020 under Business News, Planning Board News, Town Board News, Zoning Board News.
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Buses will ferry Adirondack hikers – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: January 17th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Approved Minutes of Peru Town Board’s December 30, 2019 Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, December 30, 2019 at the Peru Town Court House. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman-Excused; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber Jr., Councilman and Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent ; Mr. Lawrence Cabana, Town Justice; Mr. James Kirby, Town Justice; Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board: and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve the minutes from the December 9, 2019 meeting.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Community Input and Questions
None
TOWN OF PERU – TOWN BOARD
DECEMBER 30, 2019
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING JOSEPH W. KELLEY
Resolution #19.12.30-1
BY: Town Supervisor, Brandy McDonald; Town Board Members, James Douglass, Melvin Irwin and Richard Barber
WHEREAS, Joseph W. Kelley and his wife, Jane, had been lifelong residents and raised six children in the Town of Peru; and
WHEREAS, Joseph W. Kelley, known as “Joe Kelley” passed away at the age of 94 years on the 21st day of December, 2018; and
WHEREAS, Joseph W. Kelley is being recognized for his honorable, dedicated, public service to his country and his community, consisting of but not limited to the following:
U.S. Navy World War II veteran (July 1, 1943-July 20, 1946), College of the Holy Cross graduate in 1946; Albany Law school graduate in 1949; admitted to the Clinton County Bar Association and New York State Bar Association in the early 1950s; served as a member and president of the Peru Central School Board from 1956-1964; served as attorney for Peru Central School from 1965 through 1975; served on the Town of Peru Zoning Board of Appeals; served as US Commissioner of Plattsburgh from 1960 through 1970; served as the County attorney for the County of Clinton; served as welfare attorney for the County of Clinton; was elected the first full-time District Attorney for County of Clinton on three occasions (all unopposed) from 1976 through 1985; served as member and District Governor of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association; was an active communicant of St. Augustine’s Church in Peru; member of the VFW Post 1505, American Legion Post 1618, Elks Lodge 2072, Moose Lodge 2390 and the Knights of Columbus Assembly 706 (4th degree); and therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Peru hereby recognizes and commends Joseph W. Kelley for his honorable and dedicated public service to this community and declares that the Town Court Building of the Town of Peru may hereafter be referred to as ” Kelley’s Courthouse” and that a picture, plaque and a copy of this resolution shall be placed at an appropriate place in the Town of Peru Court in recognition of the outstanding public service and legal achievements of ” Joe Kelley”.
UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED.
State of New York)
County of Clinton) ss.:
Town of Peru )
I HEREBY CERTIFY, that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution
passed by the Town Board, Town of Peru, in regular session on the
30th day of December, 2019.
______________________
DIANNE MILLER
Town Clerk, Town of Peru
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF TOWN FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND
RESOLUTION # 19.12.30-2
Motion: Mr. Douglass Second: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, In order to meet the financial needs for the management of the Town General Accounts funds need to be transferred from line items with positive balances to line items with negative balances (see Attached Schedule of Transfers) and
WHEREAS, The outstanding positive balances in the General Fund are more
than adequate to cover the accounts in need of transfers, be it
RESOLVED, That the Town Board has authorized the attached ten (10) transfers in the total amount of $26,253.42 to better align negative and positive line items.
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF TOWN FUNDS WITHIN THE HIGHWAY FUND
RESOLUTION # 19.12.30-3
Motion: Mr. Barber Second: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, In order to meet the financial needs for the management of the Town Highway Accounts funds need to be transferred from line items with positive balances to line items with negative balances (see Attached Schedule of Transfers) and
WHEREAS, The outstanding positive balances in the General Fund are more
than adequate to cover the accounts in need of transfers, be it
RESOLVED, That the Town Board has authorized the attached sixteen (16) transfers in the total amount of $287,255.56 to better align negative and positive line items.
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF TOWN FUNDS WITHIN THE PERU SEWER FUND
RESOLUTION # 19.12.30-4
Motion: Mr. Irwin Second: Mr. Douglass
WHEREAS, In order to meet the financial needs for the management of the Town Peru Sewer Accounts funds need to be transferred from line items with positive balances to line items with negative balances (see Attached Schedule of Transfers) and
WHEREAS, The outstanding positive balances in the Peru Sewer Fund are more
than adequate to cover the accounts in need of transfers, be it
RESOLVED, That the Town Board has authorized the attached four (4) transfers in the total amount of $4,167.59 to better align negative and positive line items.
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried:4 Ayes 0 Nays
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF TOWN FUNDS WITHIN THE PERU WATER FUND
RESOLUTION # 19.12.30-5
Motion: Mr. Douglass Second: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, In order to meet the financial needs for the management of the Town Peru Water Accounts funds need to be transferred from line items with positive balances to line items with negative balances (see Attached Schedule of Transfers) and
WHEREAS, The outstanding positive balances in the Water Fund are more than adequate to cover the accounts in need of transfers, be it
RESOLVED, That the Town Board has authorized the attached five (5) transfers in the total amount of $15,134.38 to better align negative and positive line items.
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF TOWN FUNDS WITHIN THE VALCOUR SEWER FUND
RESOLUTION # 19.12.30-6
Motion: Mr. Barber Second: Mr. Douglass
WHEREAS, In order to meet the financial needs for the management of the Town Valcour Sewer Accounts funds need to be transferred from line items with positive balances to line items with negative balances (see Attached Schedule of Transfers) and
WHEREAS, The outstanding positive balances in the Valcour Sewer Fund are more
than adequate to cover the accounts in need of transfers, be it
RESOLVED, That the Town Board has authorized the attached four (4) transfers in the total amount of $1,161.16 to better align negative and positive line items.
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays
Approve Line Item Encumbrances
Mr. Kirby asked to encumber monies for postage. Mr. McDonald stated that the exact available amount must be verified.
2019 ENCUMBERANCE REQUESTS
HISTORIAN – K & S BODY WORKS – $659.66
HIGHWAY – LUCK BROTHERS – $8,100.00
PERU SEWER – CHEMCORR GROUP – $3,578.95
PERU SEWER – EMERICK ASSOC. – $5,045.00
VALCOUR SEWER –AES NORTHEAST – $3,921.11
PERU WATER – CARBON ACTIVATED CORP. – $30,100.00
COURT- POSTAGE- $ 3,428.71
Motion by Mr. Douglass Second by Mr. Barber
4 Ayes 0 Nays
Sewer Project Update
All letters for temporary and permanent easements are ready to be mailed to residents.
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 19.12.30-7
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AES NORTHEAST TO PREPARE BID SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISE FOR RECEIPTS OF BID ONCE COMPLETED FOR THE PROJECT KNOWN AS “TRUNK SEWER MAIN AND PUMP STATION RECONSTRUCTION”.
Motion: Mr. Irwin Second: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, to authorize AES Northeast to prepare bid specifications and advertise for receipts of bid once complete, for the project known as “TRUNK SEWER MAIN AND PUMP STATION RECONSTRUCTION”.
WHEREAS, Bid specifications, timing, and authorization, will be in accordance with all applicable funding agency requirements, including, but not limited to, US Rural Development. THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, said proposed authorization is approved as per requirements.
AND, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays
Reminder of January 13, 2020 Meeting Times
Times are as follows-
5:30 PM- Sewer Project Informational Meeting
6:30 PM- 2020 Town Organizational Meeting
7:00 PM Regular Meeting
Other Business
Mr. Farrell commented on surrounding towns helping the Town of Franklin after they suffered a total loss due to fire.
Mr. McDonald thanked everyone for a great 2019.
Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
NONE
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 19.12.30-8
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
MOTION: Mr. Douglass SECOND: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and audited the following claims, bills and invoices for services rendered and goods provided to the Town in December 2019:
From Town of Peru Vouchers in December 2019; #201901583 through and including #201901678
Abstract dated 12/30/2019
For the dollar amount totaling: $325,891.37; of that, $25,722.71 was wired, credit cards and prepaid; and $300,186.66 is remaining to be paid and
WHEREAS, the Town Board finds said claims, bills and invoices to be acceptable in form and reasonable in amount;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that payment of the aforementioned claims, bills and invoices is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to make such payment; and be it further
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | Excused | ||
| Brandy McDonald | x |
Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays
Motion by Mr. Douglass, seconded by Mr. Barber to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:37 PM.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
_________________________Supervisor _________________________Councilman
_________________________Councilman _________________________Councilman
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Posted: January 16th, 2020 under Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Frank Pardy Presentation Rescheduled
Rescheduled to January 30th due to Winter Storm Conditions
The Clinton County Historical Association – The Frank Pardy Story
with Alexandra Thomas
Thursday January 30, 6:30 p.m.
At the Lake Forest Senior Community Center, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh, NY
Rouses Point photographer and businessman Frank Pardy (1865-1935) left an extensive collection of glass plate negatives with the Clinton County Historical Association. Alexandra Thomas, a SUNY Plattsburgh History graduate with a minor in photography, scanned and identified over 400 of his photos and researched his history with the town. His love of cars, boats, people, children and local flora is evident. Alexandra has chosen her favorite photos to share along with what she learned of his life.
Posted: January 16th, 2020 under Peru/Regional History, Weather News/History.
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Man stole nearly $50K from Pop Warner league in Central NY over almost 2 years, police say – syracuse.com
Posted: January 16th, 2020 under Law Enforcement News.
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CVAC wrestling: Indians defeat Patriots on mats
Posted: January 15th, 2020 under Education News, Northern NY News, Peru School News.
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Body of man in Saranac River found- pressrepublican.com
Posted: January 15th, 2020 under Northern NY News.
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Lake Placid’s main street redesign worries merchants | NCPR News
Posted: January 15th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Business News.
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Peru Town Board Meeting of January 13, 2020 – Written details to follow
Posted: January 15th, 2020 under Town Board News.
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Doghiker: Great Hikes With Dogs – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: January 15th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News.
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