The Peru Gazette

Chazy, New York – The Alice T. Miner Museum is pleased to announce that former director/curator Amanda Palmer will be returning on Thursday, July 21st at 7 p.m. to the museum to share with us her campaign to encourage artists and people of all ages to find their park through art! She will give a presentation during which she will discuss her several artist residencies in the National Parks, reveal some of her many inspirations, and explore a few of her creative methods. Amanda’s artwork will be on exhibit for the following week and will be available for sale.

Amanda has completed artist’s residencies at Homestead National Monument in Nebraska and Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area in Wyoming and Montana. She also has been awarded residencies at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, Petrified Forest National Park, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park. She has been invited to give her Find Your Park Through Art talk this fall at Zion National Park, where she will also teach a relief printing workshop.

In celebration of its 100th birthday, the National Park Service launched the Find Your Park movement to inspire all people to connect with, enjoy, and support America’s national parks. Find Your Park also encourages people to explore state parks, local parks, trails, museums, historic sites, and the many ways that they can connect with history and culture, enjoy nature, and make new discoveries.

Amy Kretser, Tess Blair, Emma Langlois, Ava Glorer, Kevin Killeen

“The mission of United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. is To be a leader in community partnership building and to increase the organized capacity of people to care for one another” stated Kathy Snow, Director of Development, and that’s why we help bring people together to do amazing things in the community.” Colleen Blair sent a message to Kathy asking if United Way could help her fulfill her daughter Tess’s 10th Birthday Wish.

Tess along with her 4^th grade teacher, Ashley Kollar, organized a band at her school. All Tess wanted for her Birthday was to do a fundraiser for disabled children by performing with her band. Kathy Snow sent out an email to all the 44 partner agencies to see who could help fulfill this wish. Many stepped up and wanted to help, including Kevin Killeen, Executive Director, of Plattsburgh YMCA. Tess chose to be the opening act at the “Rocking the Y” event on June 12, 2016. Her band “Pop Rockers” that consisted of the following members: Tess Blair, Ava Glorer, Emma Langlois, Gabriella Conti, Arden Pearl and James Burnham performed at the “Rocking the Y” event. They raised $500.30.

Colleen then reached out to Kathy again to see what agencies served children with disabilities could benefit from the funds raised.  Kathy gave her a few options of agencies that served local children. Tess chose to give the funds to North Country Association for the Visually Impaired, Inc. to help children that are visually impaired get the needed equipment to help make life easier for them. “United Way brought Tess and her band along with the YMCA and North Country Association for the Visually Impaired, Inc. together for an act of kindness in our community” stated Kathy Snow, a true representation of community spirit.” Tess and a few members of the band presented Amy L. Kretser, NCAVI Executive Director, with the check on June 30, 2016.

Governor in Plattsburgh to announce winning application.

Source: $10 million coming to city downtown | News | pressrepublican.com

PLATTSBURGH — Mayor James Calnon directed the crowd to count down from three to unveil the “Woods and Wild Things” mural on Corner-Stone Bookshop.

Source: ‘Woods and Wild Things’ unveiled – Sun Community News & Printing

SCHUYLER FALLS — The Cadyville Fire Department is making a request to the towns of Schuyler Falls and Plattsburgh and the county to tear down the Oxbow Bridge, the site of numerous fatalities in recent years.

Source: Cadyville FD fights for end to Oxbow Bridge – Sun Community News & Printing

Enjoy just a few of Dave Brown’s photos of the Plattsburgh 4th of July parade. The slideshow is accompanied by sound on a PC. Click Here. 

Chazy District ranked No.1 by business journal for sixth consecutive year.

Source: CCRS maintains top spot among area schools | Local News | pressrepublican.com

The band “Taylor and the Intangibles” kicked off the Sunday night summer concert season at the Little Ausable River Park Gazebo last night. Peru’s own Tom Longware is the band’s lead guitarist. Taylor LaValley is a great lead singer. The good crowd appeared to have a great time and the music didn’t stop until 8:15.

Sherry Dobbs was one of those having a great time with his family. His daughter Elizabeth (PCS 87) loves being back in her hometown. Click here for more photos. 

Next Sunday incaHOOTS, a rock, southern rock, new country band will perform. Concerts begin at 6 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — The city of Plattsburgh announced the 4th of July community celebration schedule of events.

Source: City comes together to celebrate 4th of July – Sun Community News & Printing

PERU — “Midst the mountains and the lake, in the fragrant orchard’s wake, lies our alma mater true, hail to thee the white and blue.”

Source: Peru proud – Sun Community News & Printing

Darrell Martineau is one of the Gradall Operators

By John T. Ryan

The Peru Highway Department’s new excavator has arrived. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell included a new excavator in his 2016 budget and the Town Board approved the purchase in February. The Model D154 Gradall replaced a Gradall purchased used in 1995. A Gradall excavator can be used for grading, culvert replacement, landscaping, mowing, vegetation control, removal and replacement of curbs, gutters and sidewalks, and more. The D154 is a 4-wheel drive machine that can be driven to a worksite at highway speeds.

The machine was purchased under New York Contract from Vantage Equipment of Albany on five-year lease-own agreement at a cost of $58,276 per year ($291,380 total). After five years the town will own the machine. The old machine was sold to the Town of Chesterfield for $25,700. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell believes the new machine will have a useful life of approximately 30 years.

Town Highway Department personnel maintain 82-84 miles of highways.

By John T. Ryan

The Peru Town Board has been discussing the future use of the Jenkins Street tennis courts for the past several months. Installing pickleball courts and even the sale of the property have been mentioned. The courts have been closed since the appearance of two sinkholes raised safety concerns. A multitude of repair costs have been mentioned. Finally, at its Monday, June 27, 2016 meeting the Board authorized consulting engineering Peter Gibbs to estimate of the repair costs.

This morning Peter Gibbs conducted his examination. The base/fill materials consisted of sand, large rocks, ashes and a few metal objects. Gibbs is expected to present his analysis at the Town Board’s July 11, 2016 meeting.

Town Councilman Donald McBrayer and Grant Writer Adele Douglas observed today’s activity. Douglas carried a drawing depicting one pickleball court, a lawn area and six new parking spots adjacent to the very narrow Jenkins Street.

Chad Frechette of the Peru Water and Sewer Department operated the backhoe today. Chad is one fine equipment operator!

Every Sunday night from 6:00 to 8:00 PM – July 3rd through August 28th at Little Ausable River Park in Peru. 

JULY 3

TAYLOR AND THE INTANGIBLES – CLASSIC & CONTEMPORARY ROCK 

JULY 10

incaHOOTS – ROCK, SOUTHERN ROCK, NEW COUNTRY 

JULY 17

BOOTLEG BAND – COUNTRY, TOP 40 VARIETY, 60’S ROCK TO TODAY 

JULY 24

FROZEN SUNSHINE – CLASSIC ROCK 

JULY 31

NIGHT HAWK – ROCK AND POP, 70’S TO TODAY 

AUGUST 7

THE LOU ALLEN COUNTRY EXPERIENCE – OLDER COUNTRY & ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 

AUGUST 14

THE DUO – ROCK, COUNTRY & A LITTLE BIT OF JAZZ 

AUGUST 21

ON-3 BAND – CLASSIC ROCK 

AUGUST 28

THE CASTAWAYS – COUNTRY, CLASSIC ROCK, FOLK, 50’S – PRESENT 

IN CASE OF RAIN, CONCERT WILL BE HELD @ THE PERU COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CENTER.    **BRING CHAIRS & BLANKETS, NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED** 

BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE TOWN OF PERU 643-2745 x 7

PERU — Sleeping in has never sounded so good for one local grad.

Source: Peru Central senior graduates with perfect attendance – Sun Community News & Printing

SARANAC — School’s out, farmers are in.

Source: Saranac Green Market opens Sunday – Sun Community News & Printing

Forrence Orchards, Northern Orchards already battling fire blight, other challenges.

Source: Hail pelts Peru apples; puts bite in crop quality | Local News | pressrepublican.com

The Town of Peru, is holding a Special Meeting on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 6:30 PM.  The purpose of the Special Meeting will be to allow the board to adjourn into an executive session to discuss the CSEA contract proposal.  The meeting will take place at the Town Hall, in the Town of Peru.

New York owners of 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder engine Volkswagen and Audi diesel cars also will be able to have their vehicles bought back by the company for the full, pre-scandal fair market value and will receive cash payments of at least $5,100. Alternately, owners can choose to keep their vehicle, wait to see if Volkswagen and Audi develop emissions fixes and still receive a payment of at least $5,100.

Source: New York scores $147M as part of Volkswagen settlements – Capitol Confidential

PLATTSBURGH — Clinton County Family Court Judge Timothy Lawliss is running for New York State Supreme Court Justice, Fourth Judicial District.

Source: Lawliss announces candidacy for NYS Supreme Court – Sun Community News & Printing

Here’s a sampling of the apples in the Forrence Orchard off the Mannix Road where the Run For Jon is held. Seth Forrence picked them. He still has a smile, but it must be difficult. Living adjacent to his Old Town Road orchard I know the thousands of dollars invested in a crop and the tender loving care these apples receive. Seth is assessing the damage accompanied by his dad Mason and his Uncle Mac.

Oakdale Dr. Peru. The hail lasted about 5 minutes. Received over an inch of rain in just over 40 minutes. The Gazette spoke to Seth Forrence at 2:15. He fears that he’s lost 225 acres of apples. He said, “Some of the apples look like they’ve been through a meat grinder.” He said his father Mason hasn’t seen a storm like this in over 45 years. The Route 22 Forrence Orchard was not impacted.

Folks in Essex, Franklin and Clinton County, are mourning the death last Wednesday of beloved historian, author, and media legend Gordie Little.

Source: Gordie Little: The Passing of a North Country Legend – – The Adirondack Almanack

“HISTORICAL SKETCHES AND HYSTERICAL DRAWINGS”      

At the Anderson Falls Heritage Museum – 96 Clinton St. Keeseville

The museum is open to the public at no charge on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 AM to Noon & Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM or by appointment Call 834-9219

THE EXHIBIT WILL RUN UNTIL JULY 20th 

TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING – June 27, 2016 @ 7:00 PM 

1. Call Meeting To Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call

4. MOTION: Approval of Minutes of the June13, 2016 Regular Board Meeting.

5. Community Input

6. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Reports from Town Clerk and Peru Youth Department 

7. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Sale of Highway Department 

8. ISCUSSION: AES Sewer Contract. 

9. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of Town Income Survey Proposal. 

10. DISCUSSION: Water Billing. 

11. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Landfill Letter to Clinton County. 

12. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Schedule Special Meeting for CSEA Contract Proposal.

13. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Town Tennis Court Engineering Inspection.

14. DISCUSSION: Illegal Trash on Town Roads.

15. DISCUSSION: Town Dog Park.

16. DISCUSSION: IT Consultant Contract Renewal

17. DISCUSSION: Presidential Election Registration Days.

18. DISCUSSION: Code/Zoning Secretary.

19. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Adjourn to Executive Session. 

20. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Return to Executive Session.

21. DISCUSSION: Other Business. 

22. DISCUSSION: Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.

23. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approve/Pay Bills.     

MOTION:    Adjourn

Yesterday morning, Saturday, June 18, 2016, fourteen area veterans traveled to Washington D.C. as members of the North Country Honor flight. Peru’s dedicated photographer David Brown was kind enough to share his photographs with The Peru Gazette. The Gazette complied the following slideshow which is accompanied by music and we think an emotional experience when viewed on a PC.  Click here to view slideshow. 

Bashaw, Harry Leon – Guardian Michelle Anna Lisa Bashaw

Bradley, James – Guardian Cathleen A Reusser