The Peru Gazette

By John T. Ryan

Peru – Anyone who pumps fuel into a car or truck has undoubtedly noticed a yellow or blue Weights and Measures sticker on the pump. Allen Bilow, Clinton County’s Director of Weights of Measures, is the person responsible for applying that sticker in this county.

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Peru Elementary School

Peru – Anyone passing by the Peru Central School this summer can’t help but notice the ongoing construction project. It’s part of an $18.4 million capital improvement program approved by the voters in May 2018. At that time School Superintendent Thomas Palmer described the program as follows:

Upgrades to school PA systems
Air conditioning updates
Building repairs
Parking lot and sidewalk fixes
New furniture in the middle/high school library
Media center and computer lab upgrades
Renovations to the K-2 kitchen
Updates to bring the school’s elevator into ADA compliance
Commission of a parking study to improve ingress-egress at the high school
New storage and upgrades to the high school science room and art room
Construction of a new loop road and 4,000 square-foot storage building
Converting the middle/high school wrestling room into a multi-level fitness center with weight-lifting and fitness equipment
Converting the weight room into a training room
Install a $300,000 lighting system for the football field

At the time of the budget vote documents indicated that priority items are expected to be completed by August 2019, while the project as a whole has an anticipated end-date of August 2021.

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Keeseville, NY – Artistry Community Theatre is delighted to announce its summer musical production of Meredith Willson’s classic, The Music Man. Performances will be held at AuSable Valley Middle-High School on July 25th at 7pm, July 26th at 7pm, July 27th at 7pm, and July 28th at 5pm. Tickets are $20 and on sale now at https://artistrytheatre.org/the-music-man. 

Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been warming audiences’ hearts since 1957. The Music Man is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. We follow fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marion, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. This critically acclaimed Broadway classic is an all-American institution thanks to is quirky characters, charmingly predictable dramatic situations and one-of-a-kind nostalgic score of rousing marches, barbershop quartets and sentimental ballads. The production is brought to life by a dazzling cast featuring local performers of all ages, and an accomplished creative team spearheaded by director Derrick Hopkins and musical director Elisha Harrington. 

Elisha Harrington explains that she took on the role of music director not only because of The Music Man’s natural appeal, but because of her past work with director Derrick Hopkins and his newly founded theatre company. “I have a great amount of respect for ACT and Derrick, and I was thrilled to be asked to participate, and didn’t hesitate to accept this opportunity,” Harrington is a music and chorus teacher at Saranac Middle & High School, making her no stranger to directing a large vocal ensemble. She describes that rehearsals are already creating bonds between cast and crew. They are becoming a well knit community as they will portray on stage in July. Harrington says, “The audience should look forward to a high energy performance from everyone on stage. They should expect to find themselves smiling throughout the theatre going experience,” 

As director of this spectacularly large production, Derrick Hopkins took on a daunting responsibility. But for him, it was no question. “The Music Man has always held a special place in my heart,” Hopkins says. Like many artists involved in this particular production, it is not Hopkins’ first experience with The Music Man. At seventeen, he participated in the Depot Theater’s production and fell in love with musical theatre, but more importantly, theatre people. These memories returned to Hopkins as the show selection process for 2019 moved forward. “How could I not bring this show to the Artistry stage and give a new group of people this same experience? I just had to do it!” The superman director by evenings, who is a 5th grade teacher at Willsboro Central School by day, explains that with a show like The Music Man, the content is family friendly, every tune is memorable, and it is a show that audiences will feel good about seeing. He is very proud of Artistry Community Theatre’s 2019 musical production, “This cast is remarkable. They are talented. They are committed. They are utter perfection! I cannot say enough about them. Simply a dream. My team is making this possible. Audiences are sure to be wowed on all levels. The Music Man will be the single, biggest event of the summer season in the Adirondacks!” 

The Music Man marches onto the AuSable Valley Middle-High School stage July 25-28. Stage direction and choreography by Derrick A. Hopkins with music direction by Elisha Harrington. The cast includes over 30 players, led by Dana McLaughlin (Harold Hill), Antonette McLaughlin (Marion Paroo), and Jason Borrie (Marcellus Washburn). 

For more information contact director, Derrick Hopkins. 

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, June 24, 2019 at the Peru Town Hall.  Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, 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. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.

The meeting was called to order at 7:04 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Motion by Mr. Langley; seconded by Mr. Barber to approve the minutes from the 

June 10, 2019 meeting.  

Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried

Motion by Mr. Douglass, seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve May 2019 JCEO report. 

Ayes 5 Nays 0                                                                         Motion Carried             

Community Input and Questions

Mr. Baggs thanked the Town for the prompt attention to the maintenance of the cemetery on the corner of Jabez Allen Road and Sullivan Road.  Read more »

Chef Curtiss knows a lot about food. He loves to teach and get people passionate about food any time of the year. He’s the former Dean of Culinary Arts at the New England Culinary Institute in Burlington, and has also taught at Paul Smiths College.

These days he and his family live in Peru, NY where he runs the Carriage House Cooking School. Many of his recipes are found in Northern Home, Garden and Leisure Magazine.

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JULY 8, 2019 @ 7:00 PM

1. Call Meeting To Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call

4. MOTION:  Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meetings of June24, 2019.

5. MOTION/DISCUSSION:  To Accept reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO; and Banking Reports)

6. Community Input

7. DISCUSSION:  Insurance Options.

8. DISCUSSION:  Court Building Roof.
10. DISCUSSION:  Sewer Collection Project Update.

11. DISCUSSION:  Local Government Conference, SUNY Potsdam.

12. DISCUSSION:  Other Business. 

Ding oof.

13. DISCUSSION:  Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.

14. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:  Pay Bills

MOTION:     Adjourn

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From the NYS Department of Transportation

Please be advised that one lane of State Route 9N in the area between I-87 and AuSable Forks in Clinton County has been closed to complete roadway shoulder repairs. Traffic will be controlled by flaggers with one-way alternating traffic.

Motorists are urged to slow down and safely move over when approaching roadside vehicles displaying red, white, blue, amber or green lights, including maintenance and construction vehicles in work zones. To learn more about the Move Over law and what we’re doing to keep workers and motorists safe in highway construction zones, visit www.ny.gov/workzonesafety.

The Peru School Board of Education will hold a special meeting, the reorganizational, and the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 in the school district’s Community Room, adjacent to the main entrance of Peru Jr/Sr High School.  Due to current construction, entrance for the meetings will be via the Middle School bus loop parking area.

The schedule at this time is as follows:

Special Meeting – 5:45 – 6:45 PM – all Executive Session for the purpose of discussion regarding candidates for an administrative position(s)

Reorganization Meeting – 6:45 – 7:00 PM

Regular Meeting – 7:00 PM

Anticipated Topics Include:

• Approval of BOCES/CVES Services
• Appointment of Personnel
• Board Meeting Dates for 19-20
• Mileage Rate
• Substitute Rates
• Donation Acceptance
• Construction Update
• Public Hearing on the District Emergency Response Plan

The agendas will be available on the District’s website (perucsd.org).

All are welcome.

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Plattsburgh – July 3 – DICK’S Sporting Goods Store Manager, Greg Mills, (Left) presented the Northern Xtreme Softball Team with a $1,000 Sports Matters Grant.

DICK’S Sporting Goods believes that sports contribute to a better world and that people who take part in sports will learn essential life skills such as leadership, discipline and integrity. The Dicks Sporting Goods Foundations Sports Matters program aims to address the growing issue of underfunded youth athletics nationwide. Accepting the grant on behalf of the Northern Xtreme Softball team are coaches Amie Chase and Brittany Marshall.

Construction Suspended to Minimize Traffic Disruptions during Peak Travel Times 

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended from 6 a.m. on Thursday, July 4 to 6 a.m. on Monday, July 8 to accommodate travelers during the busy Independence Day holiday. 

Motorists should be aware that some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs. The construction suspension aligns with Governor Cuomo’s Drivers First initiative, which prioritizes the convenience of motorists to minimize traffic congestion and travel delays due to road and bridge work. 

“With a record number of travelers expected to hit the road this Independence Day, we’re doing all we can to ease traffic and help New Yorkers get to their holiday destinations safely,” Governor Cuomo said. “During this time of celebration, it is imperative that motorists remain alert on the roads and do not drive distracted. Take a break at a rest stop or parking area, or use the text stops – it’s not worth putting your life and the lives of others at risk.”

Governor Cuomo is urging motorists to follow the state’s Move Over Law, which requires motorists to slow down and safely move over for law enforcement vehicles, fire trucks, ambulances, tow trucks and construction or maintenance vehicles that are stopped along roads across the state.

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