The Peru Gazette

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On June 7th, more than 150 businesses will come together at the SUNY Field House for the largest business-to-business show in northern New York.  Expo doors open to the public from Noon- 4:30. Admission is $5. A wide variety of businesses are represented at the show, so it’s the perfect place to discover new products and services. You can see a complete list of exhibitors at northcountrychamber.com.

Attendees can take advantage of Expo Specials, make new business contacts, and enter to win hundreds of prizes. Free coffee will be available throughout the day courtesy of LaQuinta Inns and Suites, and lunch is available to purchase.

Business Expo is sponsored by ETS, Twinstate, Sun Community News & Printing, Community Bank, FOX Local 44/ABC Local 22, and Agency Insurance. To learn more about Business Expo, visit www.northcountrychamber.com or call the North Country Chamber at 518-563-1000.

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, May 14, 2018 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. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; 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.  James Kirby, Town Justice; Ms. Pamela Barber, Confidential Secretary to the Board; and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control officer

The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Motion by Mr. Douglass seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve the minutes from the April 23, 2018 meeting.   Ayes 4   Nays 0            Motion Carried

Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Irwin 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).   Ayes 4   Nays 0 Motion Carried

Community Input and Questions

None

Solar System Replica Presentation From  PCSD Science Students

Motion  by Mr. Langley seconded by Mr. Douglass to move discussion to 14B on agenda.

Ayes 4  Nays 0                                                                                                 Motion Carried                                                                              

Review and Acceptance of Main St. Project Bids

No bids were received.

Adele Douglas has asked to reopen bid and to allow 2 weeks for bids to be received.

Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Irwin to reopen bid.

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                                 Motion Carried

Sewer Upgrade USDA RD Funding Update

Mr. Tetrault stated  paperwork  was  received for the upgrade. A workshop was set up for May 29

at  6 PM.

Motion by Mr. Douglass  seconded by Mr. Langley to set up workshop for May 29, 2018 at 6 PM.

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                                Motion Carried

Bear Swamp Lift Station Update

Mr. Tetrault received quote for the repair of the Bear Swamp Lift. The quote received by Emerick Associates was for $ 18,775.00 with an additionial $5000.00 to upgrade electrical 

control panel and wiring not to exceed $25,000.00.

Motion by Mr. Langley seconded by Mr. Douglass to authorize Mr. Tetrault to have Bear Swamp Lift repaired. 

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                              Motion Carried

May 5 Wind Storm Update

Mr.Farrell stated our area was one of the hardest hit. Many poles, wires and trees were brought down by the wind. Excellent command  center was set up by Greg Timmons.Mr. Farrell and Mr. McDonald  were out assessing the damage thru out the night. Seven roads had trees down on them,the highway department made sure roads  were open & safe for school buses. Mr. Farrell is filing a FEMA report  for the added expense of labor and clean up due to the wind storm. Mr. Tetrault  stated that it was also a long weekend dealing with water issues.

Logics Software Update

Ms. Barber stated May 8 and May 9 2018  training was administered by Logics trainer and account representative. All data has been transferred from KVS to Logics. Bank reconciliation 

will no longer be done manually  but still monitored as it will be done automatically.

The system will be on line and  live June 4, 2018.

“Explore the Accessible Trail Event”

Adele Douglas has asked for tent rental and Mr. Tetraults’ crew to set a table for this event 

The funds will be used from the celebration account

Motion by Mr. Irwin seconded by Mr. Douglass to rent tent . 

Ayes 4  Nays 0                                                                                         Motion Carried

Solar System Replica Presentation From PCSD Science Students

Motion by Mr. Langley seconded by Mr. McDonald to move discussion to 15B on agenda.

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                             Motion Carried

RESOLUTION NUMBER:18.05.14.01

A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF EMILY SYPEK TO THE
TOWN YOUTH COMMISSION

MOTION: Mr. Douglass                                           SECOND: Mr. Irwin

WHEREAS, The Peru Youth Commission has recommended that Emily Sypek be appointed to the Peru Youth Commission as of this date. 

THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, the Peru Town Board agrees with the recommendation of the Peru Youth Commission and appoints Emily Sypek AND, BE IT

RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                              Motion Carried

Solar System Replica Presentation From PCSD Science Students

Motion by Mr. Langley seconded by Mr. Douglass to move discussion to 15B on agenda.

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                         Motion Carried                                                                                                           

Other Business

Mr. Tetrault stated Maiden Lane was having pump issues. Two mowers have broken down and the fire district has let the department borrow yhier mowers. A 3A certification is needed for DEC.

Motion by Mr. McDonald seconded by Mr. Langley for Mr.Tetrault to attend class in  October 2018 for a 3A certification.

Ayes 4 Nays 0                                                                                            Motion Carried

Mr. Guynup stated a building permit was needed for any repair to roofs. Five items are on the agenda for the next planning board meeting. Washington Street Development has begun. Dean Lashway is the surveyor.

Mr. Drollette stated 3 more dog bites and trial next week.

Mr. Kirby stated a few shingles off the court house and bus turn around sign up was damage from windstorm.

Mr. McDonald stated many shingles missing from Town Hall from windstorm. Thank you comments  from Mr. Schiffler & Mr. and Mrs. Tarbox on a job well done by Mr. Farrell and Mr. Tetraults crew during  the windstorm and  the involvement of Mr. Mcdonald as written in the thank you correspondences.

Mr. Langley asked which roads were being  repaired. Mr. Farrell stated Patent Road,School Street and bottom of Ormsby Circle. 

Solar System Replica Presentation By PCSD Science Students

PCSD Science Students presented a video of the solar system to be placed along The Little Ausable Trail. The students explained the model and asked for permission to exhibit the model.

Motion by Mr. Langley seconded by Mr. Douglass to approve the students to exhibit the model.

Ayes 4Nays0                                                                                             Motion Carried 

Public Comments on Agenda Items Only

None

Motion by Mr.Langley  seconded by Mr. Irwin to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:04 PM.                                 Motion Carried

_________________________Supervisor  _________________________Councilman

_________________________Councilman _________________________Councilman

“Official Statement regarding our July 2018 scheduled Mission trip: 

Over the past few weeks, we have been closely monitoring the situation in Nicaragua.  We have consulted with our personnel on the ground in Nicaragua, other NGO’s and partners who serve in Nicaragua, reviewing news articles that are available on the situation, and using social media to obtain “on the spot” developments. 

The Mission of Hope has reluctantly decided that we must cancel our July Mission trip.  Out of an abundance of caution, we find it necessary to make this decision.  We have consistently indicated that above all, we will do all within our power, as always, to secure the safety of our travelers.  (We understand that you, our July travelers, have been planning and looking forward to the trip and that we share in your disappointment and frustration etc.)  

We have also determined that, at this time, it would not be prudent to put added stress or responsibility on our personnel in Nicaragua, especially at a time when the situation changes rapidly.  We want to insure that they, too, are focused on the care and security of their families as well as their responsibilities for the Mission of Hope’s programs and projects to serve the poor. 

We remain firmly and passionately committed to serving the poor and marginalized and know that once the political and social situation in Nicaragua, is resolved, our projects and programs will be needed more than ever.  In the interim, we will continue to coordinate our efforts with our Nicaraguan staff, for the benefit of the most marginalized in Nicaragua.  We are counting on your continued prayers and support (time, talent, treasure) to assist us in serving those in need.

End of official statement….

Your prayers are requested for all involved.  

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Let us live and be hope for one another.

Sr. Debbie

Sr. Debbie Blow, OP
Executive Director
North Country Mission of Hope
3452 Route 22

Peru, NY 12972
Cell:  518-570-5443
Office:  518-643-5572

A written summary of the meeting highlights will be published ASAP. 

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May 28, 2018 Peru – Peru Memorial Post 309 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) conducted its Memorial Day services today at 11AM. Post Commander Bill Lefebvre welcomed everyone including the speakers of the day Clinton County Legislator Peter Keenan and Peru Town Councilor Melvin Irwin. Colors were posted by the James P. O’Connor Composite Squad Color Guard, Civil Air Patrol. Peru High School Senior Stephanie Pietz sang the National Anthem and St. Augustine’s Church Pastor Rev. Alan Shnob led the closing prayer. The Plattsburgh U.S. Army Reserve Unit conducted a Rifle Salute and Saranac High School Freshman Carson Bunker Sounded Taps. 

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TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING – MAY 29, 2018 @ 7:00 PM

1. Call Meeting To Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call

4. MOTION:  Approval of Minutes for the May 14, 2018 Regular Board Meeting.

5. Community Input

6. DISCUSSION:  39 North Bend St. Property.

7. DISCUSSION:  Laphams Mills Park Bathrooms. 

8. DISCUSSION:  Main St. Improvement Project Update

9. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:   SEQR Determination for the EFC EPG Grant.

10. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:   Amendment to AES Northeast EPG Agreement.

11. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:   Sewer Collection Upgrade Services Funding.

12. DISCUSSION:  Other Business.

13. DISCUSSION:  Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.

14. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION:  Approve/Pay Bills.

15. DISCUSSION/MOTION:  Adjourn to Executive Session.

16. DISCUSSION/MOTION:  Return from Executive Session.

MOTION:     Adjourn

The Peru Community Church and the Reverend Peggi J. Eller, pastor, announce special events over the coming weeks.   Worship services are held Sundays at 9 AM in the church sanctuary at the intersection of Routes 22 and 22B in the hamlet of Peru.  Coffee and conversation hour in the Fellowship Center at 13 Elm Street follows each service.

Special events on or after Sunday worship include the following –

Sunday, May 27, music will include “A Tribute to the Armed Forces”, with the choir led by director Carol Gallagher, accompanied by organist/pianist Dennis Frisbie.

Sunday, June 3, worship will be “a good old-fashioned hymn sing”!

Sunday June 10, Communion will be served.  Also, David and Judy Mott from the Finger Lakes region will join us to share their experiences of many years of serving the Red Bird Mission in Kentucky.  They will be available to answer questions about the upcoming Red Bird trip by volunteers from Peru from September 30^th – October 6^th.  (Sign-ups for the trip are needed by August 15^th.).

Sunday, June 17, is Graduation Sunday with recognition of high school and college graduates.

After worship on Sunday, June 24, the church’s Annual Meeting will be held, including receiving the annual reports, budget proposal and election of officers for the new fiscal year that begins July 1.

Upcoming in July – Registration is now open for the 2018 Vacation Bible School  “Rolling River Rampage”, to be held in the Peru Community Fellowship Center at 13 Elm Street from 9am to 12 noon from Monday, July 30^ththrough Friday, August 3^rd.   The Peru Community Church and St. Augustine’s Catholic Church jointly sponsor this vacation Bible school.  All children from 3 years old through grade 6 are invited to experience this unique adventure where kids discover how much God loves the world and how to see evidence of God in everyday life through music, arts/crafts, science and Bible study.   For more information and to pre-register, call 518-643-8641.

The Peru Community Church welcomes all to worship and participate in the programs and ministries of the church.  Questions?   Please contact the church office / Rev. Peggi Eller at 518-643-8641.  Our website is www.perucommunitychurch.com.

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