by Michael Mell Street. While public hearings The historic district was es- Board. The review board is
Citizens Urge Philipstown to Allow Tony Hay Tells Gift Givers ‘Keep It’
Voting at North Highlands Fire House Putnam’s Legislature Chair- sale of tobacco products. of any gift, be it a “plaque,
man Tony Hay values the Hay said the gift was a “gen- dinner, or trinket. It may be
goodness and generosity of erous offering, but it had to a nice gesture but is totally
the public who often express have cost the organization unnecessary. We are doing
their satisfaction with govern- anywhere from $8 to $10. our job. The only recognition
ment by providing elected With our nine legislators, an official needs is a ‘thank
officials with small tokens we are talking about $80 to you.’ When re-election time
of appreciation. $100 expenditure. I’d much comes, if the community be-
Yet, Hay, who represents rather the organization spent lieves the man or woman has
constituents in the greater the money for advertising or served admirably, he or she
Southeast-Brewster area, has enforcement.” should be returned to office.
called such trinkets totally Hay believes elected of- If not, time for a new person
unnecessary. ficials should never receive in office!”
Don’t forget the Blood Drive on Friday, August 7, at the
Lawmakers recently re- special recognition in the form —Eric Gross
North Highlands Fire House from 2:30 to 8pm. Walk-ins
ceived a small gift from
are welcome; 120 pints are needed.
POW’R Against Tobacco—a
On Saturday August 8, the Cold Spring Fire Company
tiny starfish contained in a
is holding their Clambake at Mayor’s Park, from 10am to
blue velvet bag—to show its
5pm. Tickets cost $50 per person.
appreciation for the county’s
On Sunday, August 9, Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce
efforts towards curbing the
Sunset Series features the Victor Jones Trio, jazz at 5:30
down by the river, and, as always, free.
Happy Birthday greetings to Viral Sheth, Susan Kenney,
Jason Jennejahn, Connor Fitzsimmons, Joanne Grasso, Gene
Vanzo, Sandra Duckwitz, Caitlin Derry, Alyssa Hustis,
Elizabeth Darcy, Robin Flanagen, and a special birthday
greeting to Richard Chesnut.
Hans Moeller (seated) collects signatures on Thursday, July 30, for the petition protesting
the decision to move voting from North Highlands Fire Department to the Methodist church
in Cold Spring. According to Mr. Moeller, 77 citizens have signed the petition to-date.
He hopes to collect 150 signatures by Thursday, when the petition will be presented to
the Philipstown board. Those interested in signing may reach Mr. Moeller at 265-3340.
Obituaries
Patrick “PJ” Faherty Theodore J. Carlson
Faherty, Patrick (PJ), 57, years, was a Cub Scout Theodore J. Carlson, former NY and the Christian Herald
passed away peacefully with leader, and was frequently in- senior partner of the law firm in Chappaqua, NY.
his family by his side on Au- volved in Garrison School ac- Gould & Wilkie, of 1 Wall Te d C a r l s o n s e r v e d t h e
gust 2, 2009. He is survived tivities. His family spent their Street, New York, and former people of the Hudson Valley
by his loving wife, Susan summers traveling throughout Chairman of the Board of through his work at Central
MacLean, and his sons, the United States and Europe Central Hudson Gas & Elec- Hudson Gas & Electric Cor-
Thomas and Matthew; beloved or living on Cape Cod, which tric Corporation in Pough- poration, where he promoted
mother, Maureen Faherty; sis- Pat loved dearly. keepsie, died peacefully on responsible development of
ST. MARY’S OUR LADY OF FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PHILIPSTOWN July 16, 2009, at the age of the region and focused on
ter, Elaine Cella; brothers Pat closely followed poli-
EPISCOPAL CHURCH LORETTO CATHOLIC CHURCH OF REFORM SYNAGOGUE 90. Mr. Carlson’s life was improving communities. Mr.
Martin, Sean, and Michael. tics and enjoyed a good debate.
IN THE HIGHLANDS CHURCH PHILIPSTOWN P.O. Box 94 distinguished by his service Carlson authored A Design for
He was predeceased by his A cup of strong coffee and a
1 Chestnut Street, Fair Street, Cold Spring Academy & Cherry Cold Spring, NY 10516 to others. Freedom, a social analysis
father, Martin J. Faherty. newspaper provided the ideal
Cold Spring (845) 265-3718 Streets Unless otherwise Ted Carlson was born on of the public utility process.
After graduating from Pace start to a great day. Reading
Fr. Shane Scott- www.ourladyoflorettocs.com Cold Spring indicated, all services January 4, 1919, in Hartford, Under his leadership, Central
University and Columbia Uni- was also a passion of his, as
Hamblen, Rector Fr. Brian McSweeney, 845-265-3220 take place at St. Mary’s Connecticut, the youngest of 8 Hudson achieved a landmark
versity, he taught English in he enjoyed an eclectic mix of
845-265-2539 Pastor Rev. Leslie Mott, Pastor Parish House, Cold children. His parents, Johann legal victory to protect com-
Liberty, NY and then at New genres. Other frequent hobbies
Mr. Ron Greene, Senior Masses: Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. www.presbychurchcoldspring.org Spring. and Hulda Carlson, served as mercial free speech in Central
Hyde Park HS. Next he moved included yearly cleanups of
Warden, 265-3624 7 : 3 0 a m , 9 , & 11 : 4 5 a m . , FPCP@verizon.net services/10:30am, leader tba officers in the Swedish Salva- Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.
to Suffern HS where he spent the garage, browsing “dis-
www.stmaryscoldspring. Weekdays: 8:15am, St. Jo- Worship Service: 10am Sat. Aug. 15 - Shab- tion Army Corp in America. v. Public Service Commission,
29 years as an administrator, count” stores for treasures,
dioceseny.org seph’s - Garrison, Sun., Chancel Choir Rehearsal: bat Morning Servic- Inspired by the dedication of an important case decided
the last seven of which as and adding to his collection
Sun. Masses: 8am (spoken); 10:15am. Holy Days: 8:15am Wednesdays 7pm es: discussion/9:30am, his widowed mother to the by the U.S. Supreme Court
the principal. PJ was always of sunglasses and sandals.
10:30am (sung); Sunday & 7:30pm Mass, Holy Day Office Hours: Tue, Wed & services/10:30am, led by needs of the Montclair Corp in 1980.
inquisitive and committed to Calling hours at the Clinton
school in Parish Hall dur- Vigil: 530pm Thu, 8-12 Rabbi Marcus Burstein in New Jersey, Mr. Carlson He was devoted to his loving
the art of teaching, and loved Funeral Home 21 Parrott St.
ing 10:30 mass Confessions: Sat., 4:30-5pm Food Pantry: Saturdays Fri. Sept. 18, Rosh Hashanah developed a lifelong devo- wife, Jacqueline C. Carlson. In
his students and staff mem- Cold Spring, will be 7 - 9pm
Thurs. Fri. & Sun.: AA in Bingo - Thursdays, doors 9-10am evening services, 8pm tion to the work of the Sal- addition to his wife, Mr. Carl-
bers. He touched the lives of on Tuesday evening, August
parish hall, 8pm open 6pm, first game begins vation Army. He served for son is survived by his children,
PHILIPSTOWN many, will be dearly missed, 4; and from 2-4 pm and 7-9
7 : 1 5 p m . $ 1 , 5 0 0 i n To t a l UNITED METHODIST many years as a member and including daughters Stephanie
FRANCISCAN FRIARS WORSHIP GROUP and lovingly remembered. pm on Wednesday, August
Cash Prizes. Concessions CHURCHES OF COLD chairman of the Greater New Impellittiere, Victoria Nagel,
OF THE ATONEMENT Quaker Meeting Deeply devoted to his fam- 5. The funeral will be held
available. SPRING & SOUTH York Salvation Army Advi- and Antoinette Schleimer,
Route 9, Garrison 845-424-3525 ily, Pat enjoyed spending time at St. Philip’s Church in the
HIGHLAND (Garrison) with his sons at many sporting Highlands (in Garrison) on sory Board. and son Christopher Carlson.
845-424-3671 Meeting for Worship – 2nd &
845-265-3365 events such as Army home Thursday August 6, 2009, at Mr. Carlson also served as He is also survived by his
graymoorcenter@ ST. PHILIP’S CHURCH 4th Sundays of each month,
South Highland UMC, games, and his fall Sundays 10am. Burial will follow at a captain in the U.S. Army sons- and daughter-in-law,
atonementfriars.org IN THE HIGHLANDS 10am, at 848 Old Albany
19 Snake Hill Rd. were spent watching football the Cold Spring Cemetery. In Air Force during World War nine grandchildren and his
Sunday Eucharist - 11am, 1101 Route 9D, Garrison Post Road (Whyatt Stone
Garrison with his friends and children. lieu of flowers, contributions II in France and Germany. nieces and nephews.
Pilgrim Hall. stphilips.highlands.com Cottage), Garrison. Call for
Cold Spring UMC, He coached his sons’ Little may be made to The Leukemia After serving his country, Mr. Donations may be made to
Daily Mass - Mon. - Sat. Rev. Francis H. Geer, Rec. directions. Children of all
216 Main Street League teams for a number of & Lymphoma Society. Carlson attended Columbia The Salvation Army of Greater
11:30am. 845-424-3571 - e-mail: ages welcome.
Pastor Margaret (Peggy) University Law School and New York , 120 W. 14th Street,
Mondays - Holy Hour, 8pm. stphilips@highlands.com Laemmel earned Juris Doctor and Master NY 10011,or Faith Lutheran
Centering Prayer - 8pm. Summer schedule: REFORM TEMPLE OF
Monthly Prayer Meeting 2nd
South Highland in Garrison
PUTNAM VALLEY
Ethel Merritt McCaffrey Stolzenberger of Arts degrees. He was also Brethren Church, P.O. Box
8am - Holy Communion worship service at 9:30am.
Sunday of every month at 362 Church Road Ethel Merritt McCaffrey husband, Joseph Edward Chairman of the Board of The 470, 480 Pleasantville Road,
10am - Main Service; child- Cold Spring worship service
2 p m. Reco v e r y I n c . e very Putnam Valley Stolzenberger, age 98, a long- Stolzenberger. She was also King’s College in Briarcliff, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510.
care available for 10am ser- at 11am.
Wednesday, 7:30pm. vice Rabbi Allen Darnov time resident of Cold Spring, predeceased by her daughter,
Renewal Farmers’ Market:
Sat. Sept. 12 - Bake Sale,
845-528-4774 passed away peacefully at Patricia McCaffrey Perpetua Catherine Couser
Foodtown, 9:30am-noon her home on Monday, July in November 2008. She was the
Every Friday, 10-3, during GRACE UNITED www.rtpv.org Catherine Couser, 90, of Britt; son, Thomas (Florinda)
Sat. Oct. 10 - Bake Sale, 20, 2009. last surviving of the Merritt
growing season. METHODIST CHURCH Shabbat Services: Fridays, Westerville, Ohio, died at Couser; grandchildren, Eric
Foodtown, 9:30am-noon Mrs. Stolzenberger was a children and was predeceased
337 Peekskill Hollow 8 p m ; Yo u n g p e o p l e ’ s s e r- home with her family by her (Kris) Wilt, Jason (Yvonne)
ST. JOSEPH’S CHAPEL Road, Putnam Valley vice- third Friday of the retired hospital administra- by her five siblings, Nelson side on Thursday July 30, Wilt, Jennifer Cunningham,
A mission Chapel of Our Pastor Tony Mecca COLD SPRING month, 7pm. Hebrew School, tor, having worked at Julia L. Merritt, Helen DeMichael, 2009. She was born on De- and Tanya Couser; numer-
Lady of Loretto Church 845-526-3788 BAPTIST CHURCH ages 3+ Butterfield Memorial Hospital Margaret Merritt, Mildred Mc- cember 17, 1918, in Beacon, ous step-grandchildren; and
Upper Station Rd., Sunday Service & Sunday (American Baptist in Cold Spring from 1938 Cormick, and Mabel Merritt. NY, to the late Harry and great-granddaughter, Sydney
Garrison, 845-265-3718 School: 10 am. Churches, USA) HISTORIC TOMPKINS to 1979. Mrs. Stolzenberger She is survived by her grand- Mary (Gibson) Ireland. Wilt.
Sunday Mass: 10:15am Prayer Service w/ Com- Paul Laurelli CORNERS UNITED was noted in her youth to daughter and grandson-in-law, Catherine lived in Cold Catherine was preceded in
munion: Tues 7 pm. “Tues- (Interim Pastor) METHODIST CHURCH have played piano for the Patricia and Martin Marcus Spring until retiring from death by her husband of 68
CAPUCHIN YOUTH & 245 Main St.,
days w/ Tony” - Discussion 729 Peekskill Hollow silent movies. She was also and great granddaughter, Mer- Fishkill National Bank. Af- years, Thomas Couser,and
FAMILY MINISTRIES Cold Spring
group, 9am. Road, Putnam Valley the secretary for the Putnam ritt Jenny Marcus of Mohegan ter retirement she moved to daughter, Mary Couser.
781 Route 9D, Garrison 845-265-2022 845-528-5076 County Coroner and served Lake, NY. She is also survived Venice, FL. She served as Cremation has taken place
845-424-3609 Sunday Services, 10:30am
ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN www.tompkinschurchny.org as the secretary for the Nel- by many nieces and nephews: a staff sergeant in the U.S. at Catherine’s wishes and
www.cyfm.org Wednesdays: Prayer- Fel-
CHURCH 1st Sunday of the month sonville Village Board. She Robert McCaffrey of Cold Marine Corps during WW a memorial service will be
Fri/Sun Aug. 28/30 - G.I.F.T. lowship time, 7pm
65 Oscawana Lake Rd., worship: 2pm was a graduate of Haldane Spring, Edward and Maggie II and was a life member scheduled for a later date in
(Growing in Faith Together),
Putnam Valley High School. She was also a McCormick of Wilmington, of the V.F.W. and American Cold Spring.
Catholic retreat for teenag-
www. TEMPLE ISRAEL FOURTH UNITARIAN graduate of Eastman Business NC, Sally and Jim Cone of Legion. Catherine was a lov- In lieu of flowers, donations
ers. Call or visit online. Reg.
stlukesputnamvalley.org 140 Lake Drive SOCIETY OF School and achieved a certifi- Naponock, NY, Janet DeMi- ing mother. may be made in Catherine’s
deadline Aug. 25
845-528-8858 Lake Peekskill WESTCHESTER cate in hospital administration chael of Hancock, NY, Alan She is survived by her name to Heartland Hospice,
Fri/Sun Sept. 4/6 - Refresh
mail@stlukesputnamvalley.org Rabbi Jeff Cymet 1698 Strawberry Road from Columbia University. and Susan DeMichael of Bev- daughters, Patricia (Edward) 6500 Busch Boulevard, Suite
and renew, retreat for CYFM
Sunday Worship - Service: 845-528-2305 Mohegan Lake Mrs. Stolzenberger greatly erly Hills, FL, Gloria and Bob Kallay and Regina (Robert) 210, Columbus, OH 43229.
alumni. Call or visit online.
9am, Coffee hour: 10:15am, Shabbat Services: Fridays Rev. Dawn Sangrey enjoyed travel and traveled Lowe of NC, Marilyn and
Sun. Sept. 6 - Cap Corps
Family Communion Service 8pm; Saturdays 9:15am. 914-528-7131 extensively throughout the Bob Way of FL, and Nelson
Vo l u n t e e r C o m m i s s i o n i n g
including Sunday School: www.fourthuu.org United States and Europe. Merritt Jr. of FL.
Mass, join in welcoming the
2009-2010 group of volun- 10:30am S u n d a y M o r n i n g Wo r s h i p
at 10:30am
She had also visited Australia
and China.
A private graveside ser-
vice was held on Wednesday,
Visualization for Healing is
Thu. - Prayer Service, 8pm
teers, 2pm, CYFM Gym.
She was a beloved mother,
grandmother and great-grand-
July 22, 2009, at Cold Spring
Cemetery. A memorial service
Taught at Desmond-Fish
Birth Announcements mother. She was the matriarch
of the Merritt family and, in
will be announced at a later
date. Funeral arrangements are
Penny Lavin, Associate Di-
rector of One Light Healing
meditation, visualization,
and soundwork, which help
spite of her busy schedule, under the direction of Clinton Touch (OLHT), is offering a release stress and facilitate
Annalyse Shirley Ortiz Dylan Thomas Falloon free energy healing workshop opening one’s innate healing
she always found time to as- Funeral Home, Cold Spring.
Born on June 24, 2009, at Lisa Rogonia and Kenneth Born on June 30, 2009, at Melissa and Ralph Falloon, sist her large family in any In lieu of flowers, donations at the Desmond-Fish Library abilities.
Hudson Valley Hospital, to Rogonia, of Lake Peekskill. Hudson Valley Hospital, to of Cold Spring. time of need. may be made in Mrs. Stolzen- in Garrison from 7-8:30pm, on Penny Lavin has a private
Annmarie Rogonia and Man- Paternal grandparents are Born May 11, 1911, in New berger’s name to Superkids August 13. The workshop is practice in Stormville, NY.
uel Ortiz, Jr., of Buchanan. Eulalia Martinez and Manuel Lianna Sylvia Martone Breaman, Ohio, she was the (an organization that provides for anyone interested in per- For more information, and
Maternal grandparents are Ortiz, of the Bronx. daughter of the late Warren developmental therapy and sonal growth and healing and to register for the workshop,
Born on July 18, 2009, Margaret Candillo, of Ma-
at Hudson Valley Hospital, hopac. Paternal grandparents Nelson and Alfreda (Broer- caregiver training in orphan- all healthcare practitioners. call 845-876-0239 or price-
to Donna and Richard Mar- are Tony and Mary Martone, man) Merritt. She was prede- ages), 6300 John Ryan Dr., Participants will learn about media@aol.com or visit www.
Daniel Evan Morrison tone, of Somers. Maternal of Putnam Valley. ceased by her first husband, Fort Worth, Texas, 76132. the nature of energy and the OneLightHealingTouch.com.
Born on July 1, 2009, at Bradford, of New Milford, grandparents are Ron and John McCaffrey, and second experiential evening includes
Hudson Valley Hospital, to CT. Paternal grandparents are
Joan and Cliff Morrison, of Anthony and Marie Spieles,
Garrison. Maternal grand- of Peekskill.
parents are Chop and Pat
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$30/year out of County Sober Reporting is accuracy and objectivity of Don’t Forget About presented. information can be found at to these parcels. I feel that I
Subscribe at www.pcnr.com Highly Valued journalism and contribute to Historical Society On permanent display is an www.pchs-fsm.org. was erroneously prosecuted
a general cynicism and sense exhibit dedicated to the his- instead of being recognized
Rate Schedule for Display To the Editor: of doubt in our community. To the Editor: tory of the West Point Found- Doris Shaw as the victim.
Advertising For years, many of us have
relied on the PCN&R to de-
Of the many special char-
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I was so pleased to read Ste-
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ry (from which the Foundry
School Museum descends),
PCHS-FSM Trustee
Garrison
What I went through, in re-
spect to said four parcels, has
email inquiries to ads@pcnr.com pict the people, events, and one we prize most highly re: the West Point Foundry including the most celebrated continued for years 2008 and
public meetings that affect is the intelligence of the Preserve in the July 29 issue painting of the Foundry’s Regarding Four 2009, and in year 2010, the
Legal Advertising and enrich our lives in a people who live here. This of the PCN&R. operations, The Gun Foundry, Parcels commissioner will again file
First Insertion: 38.5 cents/line sober and accurate manner, devolution into an empha- You are certainly correct by John Ferguson Weir. This a foreclosure tax lien on said
and we have considered this sis on smart-alecky quota- in stating that “The combi- 1866 masterpiece, dramatic in To the Editor: four parcels.
Additional insertions: 29.5 cents/line My name is Vincent R. Te-
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Tabular: 45 cents/line valued characteristic of the font sound bites insults makes this site absolutely among Hudson River paint- rio. I am 79 years old and 27.4 million to crime victims
newspaper, not a weakness. that intelligence, and we fascinating.” ings for depicting the hard, resident of Philipstown for in 2007-2009. More than 32
Classified Advertising R e c e n t l y, n e w s r e p o r t s i n hope that the editors of the As pleased as I was, I am gritty, dangerous work of the over 50 years. percent of violent crimes filed
$1.25 per line, paid in advance the PCN&R have begun to paper will desist with this equally disappointed that Industrial Revolution. An en- This letter involves four claims in Putnam County, com-
$1.50 per line, if billed unnecessarily highlight the sensationalism and return you made no mention of the during symbol of America at parcels of vacant land in the pared with 14.5 percent in
most emotional, aggressive to principles of sound and Putnam County Historical work, The Gun Foundry has Town of Philipstown, in which Rockland and 10.6 percent in
Minimum charge—$6.25 for five lines reputable journalism. been lent extensively, trav- I state I am not the title owner, Westchester. Am I not entitled
aspects of conversations Society & Foundry School
and public meetings. This Museum (PCHS-FSM), on the eled the world, and reprinted or a party in interest, in which to equal protection of the law,
© 2009 The Putnam County plays to the lowest common Christine Foertsch hill just above the Preserve, countless times. in year 2007, I believe the by the Putnam County Dis-
News & Recorder, LLC denominator in all of us. Carolyn Lengel where the entire history of Anyone interested in vis- commissioner of finance’s title trict Attorney and the Putnam
While these tactics titillate Kara Bickham the Foundry, its founders, its iting the Foundry Preserve shows that Mr. Terio was not County Sheriff, in the interest
All rights reserved. No material may the public and perhaps sell P h i l i p s to w n contribution to the nation’s should include a visit to the title owner or otherwise. of justice?
more papers in the short Industrial Revolution, and its PCHS-FSM, which is open I feel that I was a victim
be reproduced without from Wednesday through Sun- of miscarriage of justice in Vincent R. Terio
term, in the long run they importance to the Village of
written permission. will erode confidence in the Cold Spring, is fascinatingly day, from 10am to 5pm. More relation to charges relating P h i l i p s to w n
(L-R) Jack Lovell, Collin Downey, Heather Winne, Jared Wigdor, Ryan Duffy D a n n y V a l e n t i n e Junior firefighters gather around the STAT helicopter. C at h e r i n e G a r n s e y Matt Koval in a cold water rescue suite. Lillian Moser
“Besides, children are our fu- for a house fire?” “Orange!” told to “back up his buddy”..to dents were instructed in the cent Tamagna who had stopped a spectacularly huge propane
ture and this is a good way to the kids shouted back. As the lean his shoulder firmly into use of a fire extinguisher by by to say hello and to lend their tank fire staged for them.
recruit more firefighters for troops marched through the the junior hose man’s back for Chief Kyle Irish and other support and encouragement to The Academy’s graduation
the years to come.” tunnel under the railroad tracks, more stability. The first junior members of the Garrison Fire the students of the Academy. ceremony was held on Sat-
Valentine combines class- the singing was deafening. fireman released the lever and Department. Then they were After the helicopter landed, urday morning at the Parish
room instruction with hands- They emerged to find more a powerful stream of water shot exposed to a “virtual fire” in the group was given a tour Hall of Our Lady of Loretto
on activities and training. He passersby, cheering them on out. A look of wonder, and then two Fire Safety Houses that of this high speed emergency Church. Each student received
explained that he models this in the lower village. Down determination, filled the child’s were trucked to Cold Spring transport by its two pilots. a certificate signifying them
Academy after a “career” fire to the river, they marched in face. With the help of the fire by the Rombout Fire Co. and One student asked, “How long as junior firefighters, as well
academy, much like FDNY’s, formation to assemble at the instructor, the student remained the NYSOFPC. They had class- does it take you to fly from as acknowledgement of their
but, naturally, modifies it to Riverfront Park where a pumper steady and learned how to aim room instruction and learned here to the Westchester County training in First Aid and CPR.
suit the needs of this age group. truck was waiting for them. the water at the trees and the about the Cold Spring Fire Medical Center?” “About 12 The academy cost is esti-
He also gets lesson plans from “Okay, now…this is a dry river, holding on with all their Department ATV that is used minutes” was the answer from mated at $75 per student, how-
internet sources like the NYS hydrant with a pipe that goes strength. When the lever was to fight brush fires and for the pilot. The pilots stayed for ever due to generous donations
Office of Fire Prevention and underground to the river, so turned off and the water stream mountain rescue. Later, there the barbeque that followed. from the community, all of
Contro (NYSOFPC) and other that we can hook up our pumper stopped, the student was clearly was a demonstration by the At the end of the day, it was the students attend for free.
Fire Companies, refining the truck and pump Hudson River proud of this accomplishment. NYSOFPC Search & Rescue back to the firehouse for the The program has become so
curriculum every year. The water for fighting a fire in this Throughout the morning, the dogs: one of the fire instruc- students for rides on the fire popular that 30 students who
Academy is co-sponsored by location,” Valentine explained. other kids all learned how to tors hid in the firehouse and truck and a game of “Firefighter applied for this year’s camp
the Town of Philipstown Rec- Two hoses were reeled out to stabilize the junior hose man the dogs had to climb up lad- Jeopardy.” were waitlisted. Lillian Moser
reation Department and run about 50 feet and the students in front of them and then to ders to successfully find and On Friday, the CSFD Junior Ascending tower at Westchester Fire Training Center.
by an all-volunteer staff of 12 were divided into two groups shoot the fire hose themselves “rescue” them. Firefighters Academy went by
Cold Spring firefighters who and directed to hold tight to when their turn came. Veteran Thursday, the junior fire- bus to the Westchester County
devote the week to fulfilling the empty fire hose and wait junior firefighter Sarah Warren fighters marched to the Cold Fire Training Center in Val-
its mission. for instructions. came back to the academy this Spring Highway Department halla. There they witnessed
As the junior firefighters, As the water pulsed mightily summer and filled the leader- property to learn about the fire demonstrations in forcible en-
clad in identical t-shirts, through the hoses, the excite- ship position of Squad Leader, trucks and equipment and the try. The students then climbed
marched down Main Street, ment along the line mounted. after successfully completing ambulances that were parked the six-story-high fire tower
they were told to stop at every The first student got to hold the Fire Safety testing required there. Then they converged to understand what it’s like
fire hydrant on the way and to the nozzle, with a fireman in for returnees. Asked what she on Mayor’s Park to await the to fight a fire in a big build-
identify them: a red top on a full gear at his side. “Okay, learned new this year, Sarah arrival of the STAT Flight He- ing and to see how high some
hydrant means 500 pounds of hold it very tight like this… answered, “I learned to always licopter. On hand were State ladder trucks can go. After
pressure per minute, an orange spread your feet apart for bal- sweep the fire hose clockwise, Senator Vincent Leibell and that, they witnessed a car fire
top means 500-999 pounds. ance and slowly push this lever otherwise the smoke from the Putnam County Legislator Vin- simulation and also observed
Chief Valentine stopped the that will release the stream of fire will come right back at
marchers and asked, “So what water,” instructed the fireman. you.”
kind of fire hydrant do you use The second student in line was At the fire house, the stu-
Pastimes
A Short Hike Long on Kid-friendly Flora & Fauna
We didn’t find it this time, the loop.
but last time we were at this If you have kids, another
preserve my kids found a dirt option would be to stop at the
mound with a small tunnel Town of Southeast’s Douglas
entrance in it. We spent a good J. Scolpino Park. The park
10 minutes speculating what will be on Doansburg Road on
kind of wildlife calls the hole your right as you head back
home, but the owner never to Route 22. To get into the
introduced himself. park make a right at the light
Since this is a short visit, at the top of the hill onto Mt.
you may also want to stop at Ebo Road, and then an im-
the Donald B. Smith Conser- mediate right into the park.
vation Area that is just around The park has a picnic area, a
the corner. This 1.2-acre site playground, ball fields, and
has a picnic table where you a small pond.
can s it for a s nack, and a Doansburg Preserve is
fishing and canoe access area owned by the Putnam County
to the East Branch Croton Land Trust. For more info
River. To get there from the visit their website at www.
Doansburg Preserve, make a pclt.net. The Donald B. P h o to s b y S t e v e n M at t s o n
right onto Doansburg Road Smith Conservation Area is Upper Left: The entrance to Doansburg Preserve.
If you are ever in Brewster much traffic. area on your right as you are and go .3 mile. Make your owned by Putnam County. Above: Wild mice make a home in one of the kiosks at the Doansburg Preserve.
and have about 15 to 30 min- The trail is short, flat, and walking in. first right onto Gage Road Lower Left: A view of the wetlands at Doansburg.
utes to spare, consider a visit relatively straight. After leav- At the end of the trail there and go .6 mile, passing the Steven Mattson has been a
to the Putnam County Land ing the road and strolling a is a wooden bird-watching other access point for the resident of Brewster for 10
Trust’s Doansburg Preserve.
This is one of the shortest
few feet through some tall
grass and wildflowers, you
stand. The view on the hori-
zon is relatively flat (for our
Doansburg Preserve that I
mentioned earlier. Make a
years. He is currently writ-
ing a family-oriented book
Triathlon Registration is Now Open
trails I’ve ever taken—but area) and seems like a very r i g h t o n t o O l d D o a n s b u rg about the sights and adven- The Fourth Annual Hudson River to Bannerman’s Island Conference. “We work with
that being said, I have re-
turned on three separate oc-
STEVEN good place to spot birds of
interest if you know what
Lane and go .3 mile. The road
will end in a loop. You can
tures in and around Putnam
County. He can be reached
Highlands Greenway Triath-
lon is set to take place on
and back, past Storm King volunteers to build trails and
Mountain to the west and improve access to the out-
casions. You can’t beat it for MATTSON you are doing (I don’t). As park along the road around at dutchess92@comcast.net. October 11, 2009, at Dockside Little Stony Point to the east. doors in the local community.
a short trip to the outdoors long as you don’t look behind in Hudson Highlands State Then a 24-mile bike race down The Philipstown Greenway
when you have a few minutes will enter an area where the you, you wouldn’t know you Park. Online registration is to Bear Mountain Bridge and does as well. Bringing bet-
to kill between kids’ soccer brush forms a tunnel over are pretty close to someone’s now open at Active.com for back up to Breakneck Ridge. ter trail access to the Route
games and basketball practice. the top of the trail, providing backyard. participants and volunteers. An 8-mile trail run follows, 9D Corridor north of Cold
To get there from Route 84 some nice shade on a hot day, The wooden stand is the Pre-registration is required. through Scenic Hudson’s Spring is a long-term goal
exit 19, head east on Route or at least a unique feature end of the trial, so head back This year the Philipstown Foundry Preserve, Nelson- o f t h e G r e e n w a y, t h r o u g h
312 for just over 3 miles. that keeps the kids’ interest. out the way you came in. The Greenway Committee and ville, the woodlands of Bull the Hudson Fjord Bike/Hike
Turn left on Route 22 and Be sure to stop at the sec- trail is usually pretty well- t h e N e w Yo r k / N e w J e r s e y Hill and past the storefronts Trail Capital Improvement
go north for .5 mile. Turn ond kiosk and take a peek groomed, but when I was Trail Conference East Hudson of the Village of Cold Spring. Project. We support their ef-
right onto Doansburg Road inside—I don’t think this is there this week the weeds Committee are sponsoring the Registration is open to solo forts whole-heartedly.”
and go 1.6 miles, then turn a frequented trail because we had taken over to the point event. The two organizations participants, but racers are Philipstown Greenway
right onto Mill Farm Road. made a few friends with the that the trail was consider- promote access to Philip- also encouraged to partici- Committee Chair Michael
The preserve is on your left, half dozen or so mice that ably obscured, so expect to stown’s natural landscape pate in teams. Athletes are McKee said, “The Hudson
just before the intersection had converted the kiosk into do some bushwhacking to get through the network of hiking not required to have previous Highlands Greenway Triath-
w i t h S h a n n o n Wa y. T h e r e a rodent condo. Another hit to the bird-watching stand. trails that crisscross the Town. triathlon or race experience, lon is the kind of community
is a wooden sign facing the with the kids! There is another small viewing The triathlon will begin at however, because of the chal- event that local people look
road. Park on the side of the In the ‘tunnel’ there is a area accessible along Gage the waterfront at Dockside (1 lenging nature of the course, forward to. Our sponsors and
road because there is no off- small wooden bridge that Road if you want a different West Street) in Cold Spring. applicants will be asked to our volunteers work hard to
street parking, but Mill Farm goes over a tiny stream, and perspective on the stream that The race will include a 6-mile guarantee an appropriate level make this an entirely “green”
is a cul-de-sac so there isn’t there is a swampy wetland runs through the property. kayak paddle on the Hudson of fitness and stamina. In the event. For instance, our t-
past, the race has attracted shirts and hats are made from
Olympic athletes as well as recycled material and power
f i r s t t i m e t r i a t h l e t e s . P a r- generation will be from a solar
ticipants can bring their own powered generator. People
kayaks or rent them through will get together to enjoy
Hudson Valley Outfitters in fitness and the beauty of our
Cold Spring. trails without leaving a carbon
Again, the race will be timed footprint as they go.”
by Bill and Gail Sherry of Racers register online at
Super Race Systems, Inc., Active.com. A link from the
using ChampionChip tech- Triathlon website, www.Hud-
nology. Mr. and Mrs. Sherry sonHighlandsTriathlon.org
are Garrison residents who will also take them directly
generously contribute their to the appropriate Active.
expertise to make this event com page.
possible. For more information, or
“This is a great collabora- to volunteer to help on race
tion, a great way to highlight day, call 845-803-4145 or
the work of our organiza- email info@hudsonhighland-
tions,” said Josie Gray of the striathlon.org.
New York/New Jersey Trail
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 T HE P UTNAM C OUNTY N EWS A ND R ECORDER Page 9
and the root smells carroty.
This is a biennial and, al-
Many people are not very
fond of goldenrod because St. Philip’s Nursery School PARC’s Autism Center to
though it originated in Asia,
it came to us from Europe.
they think that it causes hay
fever. In actuality, golden-
is Nearly Fifty Years Old Host Support Groups
It is similar in appearance rod pollen is too heavy and PARC is pleased to an- Autism spectrum disorders
to the deadly Water Hem- sticky to be carried by the nounce the next phase of its are developmental disabili-
lock, so do not try eating wind, and pollination is by Autism Resource Center— ties that cause significant
the roots! The US Depart- means of insects. Goldenrod support groups for people impairments in social inter-
ment of Agriculture lists it happens to bloom at the same living with autism and their action and communication.
as a noxious weed because time as ragweed, which has family members and care- The ability of individuals
it is extremely difficult to an inconspicuous flower so givers. with ASDs to think and learn
eradicate it from fields. most people don’t notice it. The support groups mark ranges from gifted to severely
T h o s e N a t i v e Wi l d f l o w e r s The gold that we see in Ragweed has pollen that is the successful comple- challenged. And rates for
May Not Be So Native August is usually goldenrod
(Solidago spp,), which is the
much lighter, and the plant
is indeed wind-pollinated;
tion of phase three of the
Hudson Valley Autism Re-
those affected by autism are
c h a n g i n g r a p i d l y. A u t i s m
by Susan Butterfass actually prefer its somewhat only native of these three. ragweed is most likely the source Center. Phase one, now affects 1 in 150 children,
bitter flavor. It likes to live There are many species of hay fever culprit, not the the center’s website, www. and 1 in 100 male children.
Have you ever wondered in disturbed ground along goldenrod, with only slight beautiful and useful golden- AutismResourceCenter.info, “PARC has always been
about those lovely roadside the edges of things where it differences between many rod. Aside from the functions a one-stop clearinghouse of at the forefront of advocacy
wildflowers you see along can get plenty of sun, and is of them. Some can be used mentioned above, goldenrod information related to Autism and services for people with
medicinally, some for (non- also hosts some beneficial When school returns in care-giver) and me” pro-
all of our highways at this a perennial. The individual Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), all developmental disabili-
fast) dyestuffs, some for insects, and is known to repel September 2009, St. Philip’s gram will be led by JoAnne
time of year? They’re so flowers, which can occasion- launched to the public in ties,” said Susan Limongello,
tea, and some decoratively. some insect pests. Nursery School will embark Chadwick, Director of the
widespread, they must be ally be white or pink instead March 2008. Phase two, the PA R C ’ s E x e c u t i v e D i r e c -
Since they are native, they The roadside flowers of on a year-long celebration Nursery School. They will
native. Right? of blue, do not last that long, center’s extensive library tor. “With the numbers of
serve as food for many na- summer are cheerful but of 50 years serving Philip- feature a variety of revolving
Wrong. but a flowering branch has collection, officially opened children being diagnosed
tive insects, which in turn fleeting; enjoy their beauty stown’s pre-schoolers. The activities including music,
The main ones you see plenty of buds that will open in January 2009 at Mahopac with autism and thousands
feed many species of native now, as some of them herald Nursery School committee crafts, fingerplays, nature
in August are blue, white, sequentially. Very few wild Public Library. The collec- of people living with autism
and migratory birds. the coming of autumn! is hard at work planning the exploration, and all types
an d gold— ch ic o r y, Q ueen flowers have this gorgeous tion is available throughout in New York state alone, we
golden milestone. Watch for of stories. There will be an
Anne’s Lace, and goldenrod. coloration. the Hudson Valley through knew it was time to have a
future announcements. assortment of manipulatives
There are many other road- T h e l o v e l y, l a c y w h i t e inter-library loan. centralized place for infor-
Though St. Philip’s and tactile toys for addi-
side flowers, but these seem flower of Queen Anne’s In order to offer the best mation, assistance and hope
Nursery School has a pro- tional stimulation. Research
to be the most in evidence. Lace (Daucus carota) will possible support groups, for families and people with
l o n g e d h i s t o r y, t h e y h a v e shows that early exposure to
The heavenly blue Chicory sometimes have one tiny s t a ff m e m b e r s o f t h e A u - Autism.”
kept up with current trends. learning promotes a child’s
(Cichorium intybus) is the dark-purple flower in the tism Resource Center hope to According to the Centers
St. Philips provides a de - ability to think, reason, cre-
only species of eight mem- middle—supposedly repre- hear from parents and fam- for Disease Control (CDC),
velopmentally appropriate, ate, and express.
bers of this genus that “took” senting a drop of blood that ily members of people with autism, which is classified as
play-based, pre-school pro- You can sign up for the
in North America. It has fell on Queen Anne’s embroi- autism, to assess what kinds a developmental disability,
gram five mornings a week. entire offering of 8 weeks
naturalized very successfully dery when she pricked her of groups are needed. The is growing at a startling rate
The Nursery School accepts (from 9/29 to 11/24 exclud-
from coast to coast and has finger. The actual function hope is to start a peer-to-peer of 10-17% a year, with the
children as young as two ing Election Day, 11/3) for
many common names: blue of this dark flower is to at- adolescent support group for prevalence level potentially
and one-half years for the $50 or try a class at the
daisy, blue dandelion, blue tract insects! This is another people with autism, a group reaching four million Ameri-
younger group. The older drop-in rate of $8 per day.
s a i l o r, b a c h e l o r ’ s - b u t t o n , flower that has lots of names: for parents of preschoolers cans in the next decade.
group is made of four-year- You may call for additional
and coffee-weed. The root, Bishop’s-lace, Bird’s- or with autism, another group For more information about
olds due to start kindergarten information, or to receive
dug up after flowering is Crow’s-nest (after the shape for parents of school-age the Autism Resource Cen-
in the fall of the following a flyer on the St. Philip’s
complete, then ground and of the flower once seeds have children with autism, and a ter and the center’s support
year. Nursery School Program or
roasted, is a substitute, ex- formed), Lace-flower, Pars- siblings group. All support groups, please call 845-278-
Starting on Tuesday, Sep- the new “Bunnies” program.
t e n d e r, o r a d u l t e r a n t f o r nip, Devil’s-plague, Ranti- groups will be held at the 7272, ext. 287.
tember 29, and running for 8 The Nursery School phone is
coffee; it was widely used pole (which means carrot, Mahopac Public Library.
weeks, a “not yet ready for 424-4209 or you may email:
this way during the Civil but also a wild or disorderly pre-school” session called stphilipsnurseryschool@
War and both World Wars.
It is still used in coffee in
person), and Wild Carrot.
Our domesticated carrot was
St. Philip’s Bunnies will
be offered from 9:15-10am
gmail.com. www.pcnr.com
Louisiana, and some people developed from this plant, in addition to their regular
nursery school program.
This “mommy (daddy or
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A C a l l To M e n R a i s i n g Green Courage Offers Advice Those Eligible Encouraged Trail Development Assistance
Children and Grandchildren on Healthy Eco-Interiors to Apply for Housing Grants is Available from NY State
For men only—you are in- at the MHA building, 253 Healthy interiors will be the quick and easy remediation The Putnam County Hous- five-member household, Parks & Trails New York, New York at 518-434-1583
vited to participate in a men’s Mansion Street, Poughkeep- topic of a workshop hosted for surface mold removal in ing Corporation (PCHC) has $63,504; six-member house- a statewide parks and trails or ptny@ptny.org. Applica-
roundtable discussion group. sie. The workshop will be by Cold Spring resident and the bath, and attendees will grant funds available from hold, $68,600; seven-member a d v o c a c y o rg a n i z a t i o n , i s tions are being accepted until
This inter-generational event facilitated by Russell Wilson, business owner Kate Dayton walk away with a list of local the New York State Afford- household, $73,640; and offering assistance to com- October 2, 2009. Potential
is provided by Mental Health MHA Operations Manager, at the Water Street Market in and regional resources for able Housing Corporation to eight-member household, munities wishing to develop a applicants are encouraged
America of Dutchess County and Ian Griffin, LCSW, an New Paltz. reused building materials, administer the Putnam Home $83,832. There is also an new multi-use trail or increase t o c o n t a c t P a r k s & Tr a i l s
and offers men of all cultures MHA Volunteer. The event is Entitled “Healthy Eco-chic recycled cabinetry, and more. Improvement Program for asset limitation of $15,000 usage on an existing trail as New York to discuss their
and nationalities an oppor- free, however, registration is Interiors,” case studies will Green Courage, LLC, spe- Putnam County residents. or 15 percent of the current part of its Healthy Trails, projects before the submis-
tunity to share information appreciated and participants be used to illustrate how to cializes in making healthy Program guidelines require appraised value of the oc- Healthy People Program. Five sion deadline.
on parenting and other is- are encouraged to bring cook- make healthy and environ- and environmentally sound homeowners to get estimates cupied home (whichever is communities will be selected Selection will be based
sues which impact the fam- out foods or drinks to share. mentally sound decisions product choices available from three licensed contrac- greater). Assets include any to receive help with techni- on level of community sup-
ily. The men’s round table For further information w h e n c h o o s i n g c a b i n e t r y, to the local community. The tors, as well as comply with monies in savings or check- cal issues, planning, pub- port and commitment to the
and cookout will be held on or to register, call Marlene furniture, floor coverings, presentation will take place income eligibility require- ing accounts, certificates of lic outreach, grant writing, project, number and nature
Saturday, August 15, 2009, Taylor at 845-473-2500, ext. lighting, and countertops. at 7pm on August 11. For ments. deposits, stocks and bonds, fundraising, programming, of partnerships, clarity of
from 10am to 12noon. 1309, or email mtaylor@ Dayton, the owner of Green more information visit www. These funds will be used to and the value of any real organizational development, project goals and assistance
The event will take place mhadc.com. Courage LLC, will discuss greencourage.com. assist eligible homeowners property less the outstand- and other activities critical requested, opportunities to
with repairs such as structur- ing debt. to the long-term success of increase physical activity
al, safety and code upgrades, There is a recapture provi- trail projects. levels within the community,
Some Slots Still Open for roofs, windows, and heating sion for the funding. Funding “Close to home, multi-use and level of need. Preference
trails enhance communities by will be given to communities
Philipstown Seniors Trip to NJ systems with grants of up to
$40,000. Homeowners must
is available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. For an ap- providing opportunities for with a high percentage of low
be able to provide 40 percent plication to be placed on the increased physical activity, income households.
The Philipstown Seniors Atlantic City and a visit to
of the cost of the repairs. waiting list or for further alternative trans portation, The Healthy Trails, Healthy
have announced that there historic Cape May or Stone
A homeowner’s house- information, please contact and economic development. People Program builds upon
is still room on their Sep- Harbor. The cost of $379 for
hold income must not ex - the PCHC at 225-8493 ext. Our goal is to work with Parks & Trails New York’s
tember 20 to 24 excursion members and $384 for non-
ceed the income guidelines 2 0 8 o r s t o p b y t h e o ff i c e communities to build the vi- ongoing efforts to assist New
to Wildwood, New Jersey. members includes four nights’
of: one-member household, located at 11 Seminary Hill, sion, constituencies, and local Yorkers with trail develop-
This four-night trip is sure lodging, four breakfasts, and
$44,464; two-member house- Carmel. The office is open support that is needed to get ment. In the first five years of
to be enjoyable for all. It three dinners while in Wild-
hold, $50,792; three-member Monday through Friday from a trail built and ensure that the program, Parks & Trails
includes a winery tour, a boat wood. For more information
household, $56,700; four- 8:30am to 4:30pm. community members will use New York staff worked with
cruise, a visit to the historic or to reserve, call Eileen at
member household, $57,176; it,” commented Parks & Trails local government officials
town of Smithville, a day in 265-5098.
New York Executive Director and civic organizations, trail
Robin Dropkin. advocates, and interested citi-
Applications and more in- zens to help launch 27 trail
formation on the Healthy projects in 25 counties. When
Trails, Healthy People Pro- fully complete, these initia-
gram can be found on the tives will add 144 miles of
P a r k s & Tr a i l s N e w Yo r k new trail to the state’s grow-
w e b s i t e , w w w. p t n y. o rg, o r ing trail network.
by contacting Parks & Trails
K.C. Painting
Interior / Exterior
• Sheetrocking • Painting • Carpentry Work
• Plaster Repair • Staining • Preservatives
• Power Washing • Taping • Insulation
• Wallpaper Removal
Fully Insured • References
(845) 265-3291
Kenneth A. Conley
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 T HE P UTNAM C OUNTY N EWS A ND R ECORDER Page 11
Cold Spring Review Board Works to Maintain Village’s Character HUDSON (Cont’d from front pg.)
WILDLIFE (Cont’d from front pg.) NOISE (Cont’d from front pg.)
specific things that people that they have tried speaking “Someplace to go,” was gested that the Dockside prop- He asked that anyone finding
can do to help animals that to the kids, but to no avail, remarked upon by all board erty might soon come under such materials bring them to
live in our area. “Educate and with retribution in some members. “Historically,” said village purview and become the attention of the police and
yourself about the species that cases. Both Mayor Gallagher Trustee Gordon Robertson, available for village teens. added for emphasis, “we do
live around you. Never try to and Officer Marino strongly “this is something that has This would be consistent want to know about it.”
make friends with wildlife, urged residents “to leave it to gone on.” Mayor Gallagher with the Mayor’s expressed Toward the end of the dis-
other than feeding birds. Most them.” Marion stated, “Desk continued the thread, saying, desire to restore Dockside cussion, newer village resi-
wild mammals do not need appearance tickets are issued “There are certain things we for resident use. Gallagher dents acknowledged that liv-
human friends. And volunteer to kids for disorderly con- can do, but we don’t want continued, saying he would ing at the waterfront entails a
to help—or if not, leave the duct.” Trustee Lynn Miller to overly restrict” activity. like Philipstown to set up a certain amount of tolerance,
world a better place than you told her colleagues that she Long time resident Don Lusk, program for kids, such as a but reiterated their contention
found it,” she advises. has occasionally visited the citing the need for a middle skateboard park. that “there needs to be a limit”
And, she certainly walks gazebo at 10pm to talk to the ground, concurred with the The presence of “drug bags” and the board concurred. Still,
the talk. In addition to the kids and see things for herself. Mayor, saying, “If we push, and other drug paraphernalia all in attendance noted that
numerous wild animals un- Miller described her impres- they will push back.” at the waterfront was reported “things are getting better”
der her care she also has by sion that “it’s not all the kids” The trustees appeared sym- to the board by Andrea Leva, and seemed pleased about the
her count, “a cat, five old and that a majority seem to pathetic to kids’ need for a another lower Main St. resi- opportunity to present their
dogs, couple of goats, three want “an easy relationship . place to hang out, especially dent. Mayor Gallagher said concerns.
fowl—all handicapped—and . . and someplace to go.” in the summer. Gallagher sug- he was aware of the problem.
a bunch of indoor cats.”
Animal rescue wasn’t al-
w a y s Yo u n g ’ s o c cu p a tio n . GARBAGE (Cont’d from front pg.)
Paula pursued acting and
modeling, she worked as a an already dangerous stretch called for a full operational ment approvals. As it stands easement that is included as
reporter and editor for mul- of road even more hazardous review of the MTA. While now, residents sometimes deal part of the project. He said that
M i c h a e l T u rto n and have pressed hard for the the legalities and impact of with not only the building the seventh property owner
Paula Young with one of her fine feathered friends. tiple newspapers in New York
City, she was an NYC com- new light. a possible withdrawal from inspector, but also the Town was not critical to the proj-
“It is not that I love man the then again, teachers need to phone message. “Keep the missioner for public relations, The Metropolitan Transit the Transportation District Board, Planning Board, Zon- ect and that the work could
less, just nature more.” make more money, as do the critter in a warm, dark, and and owned and operated her Authority’s (MTA) “mobility remain unclear, Town Board ing Board, and Conservation proceed without the owner’s
Nature More is licensed by police.” quiet place. Do not force own restaurant. “My number tax” continues to stir debate members expressed support Advisory Council. “It (the participation, even though, in
the New York State Depart- Asked if people can volun- it to eat or drink anything, one occupation,” Paula said, throughout the lower Hudson for the operational review and new position) could help ev- Shea’s view, participating in
ment of Environmental Con- teer to help, Young is quick a l t h o u g h y o u m a y o ff e r a “will always be Mom: that’s Valley and Philipstown Town will take up the matter again erybody—the applicants and the easement would be to the
servation (DEC) but operates to respond, but with a firm shallow dish of water. Never the most important.” Board members discussed the at next Thursday’s meeting. the Town” Mazzuca said. property owner’s advantage.
informally for a very practical cautionary note. “Yes…but give birds water by mouth.” For young people who may issue again at last week’s Bill Mazzuca asked Town Deputy Supervisor Richard The Continental Village sec-
reason. “To become a 501(c) this is not easy work.” She She also reminds people to want to follow in her foot- meeting. Putnam County Ex- Board members to begin think- Shea reported that the town is tion of historic road has been
(3), I need a lawyer, which went on to explain that the exercise caution when dealing steps, Paula says that prepara- ecutive Robert Bondi recently ing about the merits of creat- “on the threshold” of moving subject to serious washouts
I cannot afford,” Young said. biggest misconception people with animals. “Folks can- tion for this kind of occupation vetoed a resolution by the ing a full-time position with forward with improvements to after moderate to heavy rain-
Donations made to a non- have about her work is that not put themselves at risk, so really starts in high school. Putnam County Legislature the town to assist residents as the lower end of Old Albany fall. The project will include
profit organization registered it “comes from the need to we discuss each situation as “Take an interest in biology calling for the county to with- they weave their way through Post Road in the area of Conti- drainage improvements and
as 501(c)(3) are tax deduct- be a bunny hugger, to save it arises,” Young explained. and nature; you have to know draw from the MTA’s Com- what can be a complicated nental Village. Shea indicated paving a short section of the
i b l e , a n i n c e n t i v e Yo u n g everything. I go out of the way Once animals are nursed everything about the animal m u t e r Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n D i s - process for receiving building that six of seven property road.
misses out on. “I would also (to help animals) because it back to health they are re- before you do anything.” trict. County legislators also permits and other develop- owners had signed on to the
have to fund raise in order to is the right thing to do. This leased in an appropriate Young has lost none of the
keep that qualification, and is hard work,” she repeated. habitat. “But if an opossum concern and compassion that
during ‘critter season’ I barely
have time to shower, never
mind try to raise money,” she
While she receives calls
asking for advice from across
the country, most of Young’s
comes from the streets of the
Bronx—he will not be going
back there!” Young laughed.
she exhibited as a four-year-
old girl when she brought
the injured bird home to her
Vessel Inspections Offered on August 8
commented. “guests” are from the local Unfortunately there are The Putnam County Sher- which is the education of
mom. “I care about the people,
So how does Young fund her region. There is no pickup times when an animal cannot iff’s Department Marine Unit politicians, civic leaders, and
animals, and living things
operation? “No one funds me. service for sick or injured ani- be saved and it must be eutha- will be conducting vessel the public about the important
that need to be cared for, and
Every dime comes from my mals—people bring them to nized. Animals are tranquil- inspections on August 8 at role the marina industry plays
have no one else who might
own pocket,” she said. “The Young’s facility themselves. ized and then humanely killed 10am at the Cold Spring Boat in cities and towns across
be interested in their well
funny thing is that the wealthy Emergency services personnel with appropriate medications Club. the nation as family-friendly
being. I do not want to own
thank me for my service, in the area are well aware of administered by a licensed Marine United deputies gateways to boating and stew-
them, or collect them. I just
whereas the poor guy from Young’s operation and often practitioner. “Each life wants will be checking for required ards of the environment.
want to help them get through
a working class area will hand bring animals to her, as do to live, it is the universal safety equipment and issuing For more information, visit
the tough times, and then,
me 20 bucks for gas,” she average citizens. desire,” Young said. “For safety stickers for your boat. marinaassociation.org/nmd.
off they go,” she concluded.
mused before adding, “I never Young is often asked what me, it is always sad, but it is Educational material will
Paula Young can be reached
ask for money, and certainly should be done initially for a tragic only when an animal is also be available. Hans Claessens
regarding care of an injured Dock at Cold Spring Boat Club
do not do this for financial sick or wounded animal and killed for man-made reasons,” For more information con-
animal, volunteering or to
profit. Should we receive fi- she has the basic answer down Young commented. tact Sergeant Michael Szabo
make a financial contribu-
nancial assistance? Yes. But pat—even including it on her Young thinks there are some at 845-225-4300, ext. 266.
tion. Her phone number is
No appointment is necessary.
914-522-5945.
This event is being run in
conjunction with National
Marina Day, the goal of
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Pink and Purple Caps for Safety Concerns Prompt Plan Fatima Hosain is Manitoga’s
Wondrous Years Grads Academic to Fence Garrison Field Garden Club Intern
Honors
Concerned for the safety community softball. It is
of students playing on the home to a playground and
Garrison School field, the a lacrosse practice wall,
school district is proceed- as well as a softball dia-
ing with a plan to install mond and soccer/lacrosse
a fence and gate along the field. In a sheltered corner
Garrison School 08/09 4th Upper Station Road side of
the field. The administration
is David’s Garden, a land-
scaped area for reflection
Quarter MS Honor Roll expects the five-foot-high, that was created in memory
black vinyl-covered fence to o f D a v i d F o d o r, a G a r r i s o n
HIGH HONOR ROLL: son, Graydon Cook, Con- be installed before school resident who was killed on
G r a d e 8 : Av e r y A n d e r - nor Filardo, Drew Ford, o p e n s i n S e p t e m b e r. S e p t e m b e r 11 , 2 0 0 1 .
son, Simon Close, Lian- Madison Freeman, Jake In recommending that the In addition to the fence,
na Culp, Allison Galezo, H e i t m a n n , E r y n K e l l y, Board of Education approve a number of parking places
Malinda Labriola, Julie E l i z a b e t h L a n s b u r y, K a d y the installation, Superin- will be clearly delimited,
M a r c i n a k , H a n n a h P e n n e r, Neill, Montserrat Perez, tendent Gloria Colucci and while parking on the main
J u s t i n Vo e l p C h l o e Wa r e h a m - G o r d o n Supervisor of Buildings and athletic field itself will be
Grade 7: Noah Campbell, Grade 7: Megan Brief, G r o u n d s D i c k Ti m m o n s restricted. This will help
M a t t h e w D r o t a r, G e o rg e Russell Cox, Georgia Dain, noted several incidences preserve the quality of the
F i b b l e , D a v i d H a m e l , Te s s Kelsey Dalition, Robert in recent years where stu- field by preventing ruts,
H a n s l e r, S a r a h H a r d , N i - Dean, Brianna DiFrances- dents have chased balls making it safer for children
Karena Weinpahl (l) and April Ransom sport their pink and cole Pidala co, Austin Fusco, Saman- onto Upper Station Road running on the grass.
purple caps at their graduation ceremony from Wondrous Grade 6: Micah Adams, t h a H e a n u e , Ti m H u g h e s , and narrowly missed be- “Many people have
Years Daycare. Staff congratulated the young ladies, who C a t h e r i n e D r o t a r, E m i l y E m m a J a c o b y, K a t e L a - i n g s t r u c k b y a c a r. T h e worked hard for many years
will further their education at Haldane and Garrison School. Dupree, Jordan Erickson, h e y, Tr e v o r M a s t r a n t o n e , o v e r a l l i n c r e a s e i n t r a ff i c to transform this athletic
Samantha Leigh Ford, Pe- Jackson Lisotta, Connor on local roads, including field from a small, swampy
Upper Station Road, along area to the beautiful field
Garrison School Participates ter Hoffmann, Sara Jaco-
b y, P o p p y L o n d o n , E m i l y
McCullough, Amanda Mon-
roe, Sarah Monroe, Jaswant with the growing number y o u s e e t o d a y, ” s a i d M r s .
of such defaulted principal THE SCHOOL DISTRICT bonds shall be paid for by the purposes, including, without will be required to provide by the School District to
LEGAL NOTICE (60) days nor less than thirty and/or interest, which R E S E RV E S T H E R I G H T issuer; provided, however, limitation, restricting, to the to the School District certain be $1,177,588,303, its debt
$1,604,755 (30) days prior to such date. requirement constitutes a TO C H A N G E T H E T I M E that the CUSIP Service extent necessary, the yield information regarding the l i m i t t o b e $ 11 7 , 5 7 8 , 8 3 0 ,
HALDANE CENTRAL Notice of redemption having covenant by the State of A N D / O R D AT E F O R Bureau charge for the on investments made with reoffering price to the and its total net indebtedness
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF been given as aforesaid, New York with the holders THE OPENING OF BIDS. assignment of said numbers the proceeds of the bonds public of each maturity of subject to the debt limit to be
PHILIPSTOWN the Bonds so called for from time to time of the NOTICE OF ANY SUCH shall be the responsibility and investment earnings the bonds. The successful $12,349,600. The calculation
PUTNAM AND redemption shall, on the date bonds. CHANGE SHALL BE of and shall be paid for by thereon, making required bidder shall furnish to the of such bonded indebtedness
DUTCHESS COUNTIES, for redemption set forth in Each bid must be for all of PROVIDED NOT LESS the purchaser. payments to the Federal School District a certificate has not taken into account
NEW YORK s uch call for redem ption, said $1,604,755 serial bonds THAN 24 HOURS PRIOR The bonds will be g o v e r n m e n t , i f a n y, w i t h acceptable to Bond Counsel, deductions therefrom of any
SCHOOL DISTRICT become due and payable, and may state a single rate of TO THE TIME SET FORTH available for inspection regard to both the bonds and dated as of the day of closing apportionment of state aid
(SERIAL) BONDS, 2009 together with interest to interest or different rates of ABOVE FOR THE OPENING by the purchaser at DTC any obligations refunded for the bonds, stating the for debt service for school
NOTICE OF BOND SALE such redemption date, and interest for bonds maturing OF BIDS BY MEANS not less than 24 hours with proceeds of the bonds, initial prices at which a district purposes to which
Telephone (845-227-8678), interest shall cease to be in different calendar years; O F A S U P P L E M E N TA L prior to the time set for and maintaining books b o n a f i d e p u b l i c o ff e r i n g the School District may be
telefax (845-227-6154) or paid thereon after such provided, however, that (i) NOTICE OF SALE TO BE the delivery thereof. It and records in a specified of all of the bonds was entitled. The indebtedness
written proposals will be redemption date. only one rate of interest may TRANSMITTED OVER shall be the responsibility manner, where appropriate, made and stating that 10% to be evidenced by such
received and considered by The bonds will initially be be bid for bonds o the same THE TM3. of the purchaser to verify and (B) refrain from taking or more of the bonds of each bonds will increase such net
the undersigned President of issued in registered form in maturity, (ii) the maximum If the bonds qualify for the CUSIP numbers at such any action which would maturity were in fact sold indebtedness by $1,604,755.
the Board of Education of denominations such that one difference between the issuance of any policy of time. cause interest on the bonds to the public (excluding A detailed Official Statement
the Haldane Central School bond shall be issued for each highest and lowest rate of municipal bond insurance As a condition to the to be includable in the gross bond houses, brokers and will be furnished to any
District of Philipstown, maturity of bonds in such interest bid for the bonds or commitment therefor purchaser's obligation to income of the owners thereof other intermediaries) at or interested bidder upon
Putnam and Dutchess amounts as hereinafter set may not exceed four per at the option of a bidder, accept delivery of and pay for Federal income tax below such initial respective request.
Counties, New York, at the forth, and when issued will centum per annum, (iii) all the purchase of any such for the bonds, the purchaser purposes, including, without public offering prices. Such ADDITIONAL COPIES
Office of Capital Markets be registered in the name rates of interest bid must be insurance policy or the will be furnished, without limitation, refraining from certificate shall state that it is OF THE OFFICIAL
Advisors, LLC, 1075 Route of Cede & Co., as nominee stated in a multiple of one- issuance of any such cost, the following, dated as spending the proceeds of made on the best knowledge, S TAT E M E N T AND
82, Suite 4, Hopewell o f T h e D e p o s i t o r y Tr u s t eighth or one-hundredth of commitment therefor shall of the date of the delivery the bonds and investment information and belief of NOTICE OF SALE MAY BE
Junction, New York 12533, Company, New York, New one per centum per annum. be at the sole option and of and payment for the earnings thereon on certain the successful bidder after OBTAINED FROM CAPITAL
u n t i l 11 : 0 0 o ' c l o c k A . M . , York ("DTC"), which will Unless all bids are rejected, expense of such bidder bonds: (i) a certificate of specified purposes; (iv) a appropriate investigation. MARKETS ADVISORS,
P r e v a i l i n g Ti m e , o n t h e act as securities depository the award will be made to the and any increased costs the President of the Board of Continuing Disclosure Any party executing and LLC., NORTH HOPEWELL
6th day of August, 2009, at for the bonds. Ownership bidder complying with the of issuance of the bonds Education certifying that (a) Undertaking Certificate of delivering a bid for the PLAZA, 1075 ROUTE 82
which time and place the interest in the bonds will be terms of sale and offering to resulting by reason of the as of the date of the Official the School District, executed bonds agrees, if its bid is – SUITE 4, HOPEWELL
bids will be opened, for transferred pursuant to the purchase the bonds at such same, unless otherwise paid, Statement furnished by the by the President of the Board accepted by the School JCT., NEW YORK, 12533,
the purchase IN FEDERAL "Book Entry Only System" rate or rates of interest as shall be paid by such bidder. School District in relation to of Education, stating that District, to provide to the TELEPHONE, (845) 227-
FUNDS at not less than par of DTC, as described in will produce the lowest true Any failure of the bonds to said bonds (which Official the School District has School District, in writing, 8678 AND ARE ALSO
and accrued interest of the Official Statement interest cost computed in be so insured or of any such Statement is deemed by the agreed, in accordance with within two business days AVA I L A B L E AT w w w .
$1,604,755 School District prepared by the School accordance with the true policy of insurance to be School District to be final the Rule, to provide or after the date of such award, capmark.org.
(Serial) Bonds, 2009, of said District with respect to interest cost method of issued, shall not constitute for purposes of Securities cause to be provided during all information which said Dated: Cold Spring, New
School District, dated August the bonds. Principal and calculation, that being the cause for a failure or refusal and Exchange Commission any succeeding fiscal year successful bidder determines York,
15, 2009, and maturing in interest on the bonds will rate which, compounded by the purchaser of the Rule 15c2-12, except for in which the bonds are is necessary for it to comply July 29, 2009.
annual principal installments be payable by check or draft semi-annually, is necessary bonds to accept delivery of the omission therefrom of outstanding, (a) on or prior with SEC Rule 15c2-12, President of the Board of
which, together with interest mailed by DTC, or to its to discount all principal and and pay for said bonds in those items allowable under to the later of either the end including all necessary Education
thereon, are expected to nominee, Cede & Co., as interest payments on the accordance with the terms s a i d R u l e ) , s a i d O ff i c i a l of the sixth month of each pricing and sale information,
provide for substantially the registered owner of the bonds to the purchase price of the purchase contract. Statement did not contain such succeeding fiscal year information with respect to
level or declining annual bonds. Principal and interest (including accrued interest) In the event that prior to any untrue statements of or, if an audited financial the purchase of municipal
debt service on such bonds, will be payable in lawful bid for the bonds. The true the delivery of the bonds, the a material fact or omit statement is prepared, sixty bond insurance, if any, and LEGAL NOTICE
as defined and described money of the United States interest cost computation income received by owners to state a material fact days following receipt by underwriter identification. Notice of Formation
in paragraph d of Section of America. Bonds will be should be made as of the thereof from bonds of the necessary to make the the School District of the Within five business days of a Limited Liability
21.00 of the New York Local fully registered and will be date of the delivery of the same type and character statements therein, in the audited financial statement following receipt by the Company (LLC): Name:
F i n a n c e l a w, a s f o l l o w s : valid and legally binding bonds. If two or more such becomes includable in light of the circumstances for the preceding fiscal year, School District thereof SMALL BUSINESS
$84,755 on February 15, general obligations of said b i d d e r s o ff e r t o p u r c h a s e the gross income of such under which they were but, in no event, not later the School District will WEBSITES, LLC, Articles
2010, $85,000 on February School District, all the the bonds at the same true owners for Federal income made, not misleading, than the last business day furnish to the successful of Organization filed with
15, 2011, $90,000 on taxable real property within interest cost, computed tax purposes, the successful subject to the condition that of each such succeeding bidder, in reasonable the Secretary of State of New
February 15, 2012, $95,000 which will be subject to the as described above, the bidder may, at his election, while information in said fiscal year, certain annual quantities as requested by York (SSNY) on 06/25/09.
on February 15, 2013, levy of ad valorem taxes to bonds will be awarded to be relieved of his obligations Official Statement obtained financial information and the successful bidder, copies Office location: Putnam
$100,000 on February 15 pay said bonds and interest the bidder whose bid offers under the contract to from sources other than operating data for the of said Official Statement, County. SSNY designated
in each of the years 2014 thereon, without limitation to purchase the bonds purchase the bonds, and the School District is not preceding fiscal year, in a updated as necessary, and as agent of LLC upon whom
to 2016, both inclusive, as to rate or amount. The at the highest premium in such case, the deposit guaranteed as to accuracy, form generally consistent supplemented to include process against it may be
$105,000 on February 15, bonds may not be converted dollar amount; provided, accompanying his bid will completeness or fairness, he with information contained said information. Failure served. SSNY shall mail
2017, $110,000 on February into coupon bonds or be h o w e v e r, t h a t t h e S c h o o l be returned. has no reason to believe and or cross-referenced in the by the successful bidder to copy of process to 94 Seven
1 5 , 2 0 1 8 , $ 11 5 , 0 0 0 o n registered to bearer. District reserves the right, The purchase price of the does not believe that such Official Statement, together provide such information Oaks Lane, Brewster, NY
February 15, 2019, $120,000 The State Constitution in its sole discretion, after bonds, in accordance with information is materially with such audited financial will prevent the School 10509. Purpose: Any lawful
on February 15, 2020, and requires the School District s e l e c t i n g t h e l o w b i d d e r, the purchaser's bid, shall be inaccurate or misleading, statement for such year, if District from furnishing purpose.
$125,000 on February 15 in to pledge its faith and credit to adjust the aforestated paid IN FEDERAL FUNDS and (b) to his knowledge, any; (b) timely notice of such Official Statement
each of the years 2021 to for the payment of the maturity installments to or other funds available since the date of said Official the occurrence of certain as described above. The LEGAL NOTICE
2024, both inclusive, with principal of the bonds and the extent necessary to for immediate credit on Statement, there have been material events with respect School District shall not be NOTICE OF FORMATION
interest thereon payable the interest thereon and to meet the requirements the day of delivery, in an no material transactions to the bonds; and (c) timely responsible or liable in any OF LIMITED LIABILITY
on February 15, 2010 and make annual appropriations of substantially level or amount equal to the par not in the ordinary course notice of a failure by the manner for the successful COMPANY. NAME:
semi-annually thereafter on for the amounts required declining debt service. The amount of such bonds, plus of affairs entered into by School District to provide bidder's determination of MUSHKOLAJ LLC.
August 15 and February 15. for the payment of such right is reserved to reject any the premium, if any, plus the School District and no the required annual financial information necessary to Articles of Organization
The Bonds maturing on or interest and the redemption or all bids, and any bid not accrued interest from the material adverse changes information and operating comply with SEC Rule 15c2- were filed with the Secretary
before February 15, 2019 will of such bonds. The State complying with this Notice date of such bonds until in the general affairs of data, together with such 12 or the accuracy of any o f S t a t e o f N e w Yo r k
not be subject to redemption Constitution also provides of Sale, except as provided said day of de livery, less the School District or in audited financial statement, such information provided (SSNY) on 07/01/09. Office
prior to maturity. The Bonds that if at any time the above, will be rejected. the amount of the good faith its financial condition as i f a n y, d e s c r i b e d i n ( a ) by the successful bidder location: Putnam County.
maturing on February 15, appropriating authorities Each bid must be enclosed deposit submitted with the shown in said Official above on or before the date or for failure to furnish SSNY has been designated
2020, and thereafter, will be fail to make the required in a sealed envelope bid. The closing on said Statement other than as specified in (a) above; and s u c h O ff i c i a l S t a t e m e n t s as agent of the LLC upon
subject to redemption prior appropriations for the annual addressed to the undersigned bonds will take place at the disclosed in or contemplated (v) the unqualified legal as described above which whom process against it
to maturity, at the option of debt service on the bonds President of the Board of offices of Orrick, Herrington by said Official Statement; opinion as to the validity results from a failure by may be served. SSNY shall
the School District, in whole and certain other obligations Education of the School & Sutcliffe LLP, 666 Fifth (ii) a Closing Certificate, of the bonds of Orrick, the successful bidder to mail a copy of process to the
or in part, and if in part, in of the School District, a District, and should be Av e n u e , N e w Yo r k , N e w constituting receipt for Herrington & Sutcliffe provide the aforementioned LLC, c/o The Law Offices
any order of their maturity sufficient sum shall be set marked on the outside York, on or about August the bond proceeds and a LLP, New York, New York, information within the time of James C. Kahn, 175 Main
and in any amount within apart from the first revenues "Proposal for Bonds". A 18, 2009. signature certificate, which Bond Counsel. Reference specified. Acceptance by Street, White Plains, New
a maturity (selected by lot thereafter received and good faith deposit (the CUSIP identification will include a statement that should be made to said the successful bidder of such York 10601. Purpose: For
within a maturity) on any shall be applied for such “Deposit”) in the form of a numbers will be printed on no litigation is pending or, Official Statement for a f i n a l O ff i c i a l S t a t e m e n t s any lawful purpose.
date on or after February purposes; also that the fiscal certified or cashier’s check said bonds if the purchaser to the knowledge of the description of the scope of shall be conclusive
15, 2019 at par plus accrued officer of the School District in the amount of $32,095 provides Bond Counsel with signers, threatened affecting Bond Counsel's engagement evidence of the satisfactory
interest to the redemption may be required to set apart payable to the order of such numbers by telefax or the bonds; (iii) an arbitrage in relation to the issuance of completion of the obligations LEGAL NOTICE
date. and apply such revenues as Haldane Central School any other mode of written certificate executed on the bonds and the matters of said School District with HEART 2 HEART CHILD
If less than all of the aforesaid at the suit of any District of Philipstown is communication (verbal behalf of the School District covered by such legal respect to the preparation CARE CENTER LLC, a
Bonds of any maturity are to holder of such obligations. required for each bid to be advice will not be accepted) which includes, among other opinion. Furthermore, and delivery thereof. domestic Limited Liability
be redeemed, the particular In the event of a default in considered. No interest on by 3:00 o'clock P.M. on the things, covenants, relating to reference should be made The population of the Company (LLC) filed with
Bonds of such maturity to be the payment of the principal the Deposit will accrue to date following the date of compliance with the Internal to the information under the School District is estimated the Sec of State of NY on
redeemed shall be selected of and/or interest on the the Purchaser. Said bonds sale of the bonds, but neither Revenue Code of 1986 (the heading "Legal Matters" in to be 6,000. The Debt 6/5/09. NY Office location:
by the School District by lot bonds, the State Comptroller are issued pursuant to the the failure to print such "Code"), with the owners of the Official Statement. Statement to be filed, Putnam County. SSNY is
in any customary manner of is required to withhold, Constitution and statutes number on any bond nor any the bonds that the School The School District pursuant to Section 109.00 designated as agent upon
selection as determined by under certain conditions of the State of New York, error with respect thereto District will, among other will designate the bonds of the Local Finance Law whom process against the
the President of the Board of prescribed by Section 99b including, among others, the shall constitute cause for things, (A) take all actions as "qualified tax-exempt in connection with the LLC may be served. SSNY
Education. Notice of such of the State Finance Law, School District Law and the a failure or refusal by the on its part necessary to cause obligations" pursuant to sale of the bonds herein shall mail a copy of any
call for redemption shall be state aid and assistance to Local Finance Law, for the purchaser thereof to accept interest on the bonds not to Section 265(b)(3) of the d es crib ed, pr ep ared as o f process against the LLC
given by transmitting such said School District and to reconstruction of various delivery of and pay for said be includable in the gross Code. July 16, 2009, will show served upon him/her to
notice to the registered apply the amount thereof School District facilities in bonds in accordance with income of the owners thereof Following the sale of the the full valuation of real The LLC, 32 Kentview Dr.,
holder not more than sixty so withheld to the payment and for said School District. the terms of the purchase for Federal income tax bonds, the successful bidder estate subject to taxation Carmel, NY 10512 General
purposes
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Shop Along the River at Longest Running “Phantom” Photography Exhibitions Local Sculptor Uribe Exhibits
Fine Arts and Crafts Fair on Stage at the Depot Theatre Recycled Art at MA Museum
C o m e b y c a r, t r a i n , o r T h e P h i l i p s t o w n D e p o t bakers. He earned the oppor- Rodriguez at Bannermans Cold Spring artist Alex
kayak—but do not miss Theatre Music Tracks pres- tunity to study at the famed
The Bannerman Island purchased by private collec- Uribe is one of 24 artists fea-
the upcoming Garrison Art ents Broadway singer, Franc Vocal Academy of Lucca in
Gallery is pleased to pres- tors and commercial clients tured in a new exhibit Trash
Center 40th Annual Fine D’Ambrosio, Saturday Au- Italy and was also person-
ent recent Bannerman Island throughout North America. Menagerie, at the Peabody
Arts & Crafts Fair, August gust 15, at 8pm. Tickets are ally invited to s tudy w ith
photos by Robert Rodriguez His photographs have also Essex Museum in Salem, MA.
15 & 16, 10am-5pm (rain $15 for adults and $12 for legendary tenor Luciano Pa-
Jr. The show will open at the been featured in publications Uribe has been making art
or shine). children. varotti at his home in Pesaro.
Bannerman Island Gallery on such as the New York Times. with recycled materials for
Set on the edge of the According to Hal Prince, As well as playing the role
August 8, 2009. A reception Mr. Rodriguez recently pre- more than 30 years. His re-
Hudson in Garrison, with Earrings by Terri Davis, an Tony award-winning direc- of the Phantom over 3,000
to meet the artist will take sented a Bannerman Island spect for the earth and raw
majestic river views, the fair example of the offerings at tor of Phantom of the Opera, times, Franc played Anthony
place from 4 to 6pm. Photo Workshop, which will resources has channeled his
offers a truly exquisite spot the Arts and Crafts fair. Franc D’Ambrosio “looks Corleone, the opera singing
Trained as a musician, Rob- be offered again on October creativity through sculpture
to shop. The event, now in and acts like Marlon Brando son of Al Pacino in Francis
Addicts, Eddie Diehl & Lou ert Rodriguez Jr earned a 18, 2009. that transforms natural and re-
its fortieth year, showcases and sings like Mario Lanza.” Ford Coppola’s Godfather III.
Pappas, and The Moonlight- scholarship to attend Berklee A portion of the funds raised cycled materials, converting
two days of unique crafts, Join D’Ambrosio for a foray He had the honor of singing
ers— made possible through College of Music in 1987, from the sale of photographs the ordinary into the extraor-
delectable food, and lively into the life of Broadway, the Academy Award-winning
the generous support of Hud- and graduated with a Bach- will be donated to The Ban- dinary. Uribe revitalizes the
music. complete with hit tunes and theme song for the film.
son Valley Magazine, The elor’s degree and honors. n e r m a n C a s t l e Tr u s t , I n c . material and simultaneously
The Fair is a premier event anecdotes about performing Please call the Philipstown
Garrison, and WHUD. Print Over the first 15 years of his to help preserve Bannerman accomplishes stimulating the
i n t h e H u d s o n Va l l e y f o r and growing up in the theatre. Depot Theatre box office for
out an acoustic music series professional life, he was a Castle on Pollepel Island. viewer’s creativity by pro-
collectors of hand-made D’Ambrosio started out in tickets to this event at 424-
performance schedule from successful musical arranger Bannerman Castle Trust, viding a visual expansion of
traditional and alternative the Bronx, in a family of 3900. to water bottles, piano keys
the special events page at and producer. But the allure Inc. offers walking tours of mundane, everyday objects.
crafts and for those looking to cardboard, twenty-four
www.garrisonartcenter.org. of nature remained constant, Bannerman Island on Satur- His sculpture Black Stallion
for the unique gift. 95 jur- artworks are displayed of
was created by ripping and
ied artists participate with
furniture, wooden kayaks,
Organized by the 46-year-
o l d G a r r i s o n A r t C e n t e r,
Westchester Concert Singers and he eventually transitioned
to landscape photography,
days and Sundays through
October, on Hudson River Ad- converting the cardboard box animals evoked through the
imaginative reuse of rubbish.
photography, jewelry, gour-
met food, glass items, fash-
a not-for-profit multi- ar ts
organization, the fair is a
Invite Singers to Audition and with it the potential to
express a more creative and
ventures vessel, The Pollepel.
Tickets are $30 per person.
that most folks store away
until garbage day. This and “These artists collect and
Standing Bull, a work that transform trash in surpris-
ionable clothing, fine art, longstanding community Currently in its 554th sea- Yale Russian Chorus and the personal vision. Focusing on Fund raising kayak tours are
was inspired by shredded ing ways, making beautiful
ceramics, wooden utensils, event and an important son, the Westchester Concert New Haven Oratorio Choir the Hudson Valley allowed offered through Hudson Val-
cardboard packaging mate- and whimsical animals out
tableware, and more. To find fundraiser attracting 5,000 Singers is extending an invi- and is a frequent lecturer at Robert to discover not only ley Outtfitters of Cold Spring,
rial, are proudly featured as of society’s discards, “ said
out who’s there review the visitors annually. Proceeds tation to singers in all voice Lincoln Center. His expertise beautiful landscapes often Storm King Adventure Tours
the introduction to the Trash Jane Winchell, curator and
2009 Exhibitor List at www. from the fair fund the Art parts (S, A, T, B) to become in baroque music will make taken for granted, but also the of Cornwall-On-Hudson, and
Menagerie exhibit. director of PEM’s Interactive
garrisonartcenter.org. Center’s terrific program - members. In preparation for this concert season particu- changing mood and character Mountain Tops of Beacon.
According to the museum, Art & Nature Center.
Visitors can enjoy lunch at ming for adults and children a January 10, 2010 concert, larly enjoyable for choral of the region. For information about Rob-
the goal of Trash Menagerie The Peabody Essex museum
this year’s new gourmet food all year. To find out more “friendly” auditions will be singers who want to learn to Rodriguez takes pride in ert Rodriguez Bannerman
is to enlighten the public to is located just north of Boston
court, free river rides on the about the fair and Garrison held in September. The con- perform it in the manner in a hands-on approach to cre- Island Images and Bannerman
the concept, “In the right in Salem, MA. Trash Menag-
visiting sloop Woody Guth- Art Center’s other numerous cert will feature Handel’s which it was intended by its ating his expressive prints, Island walking and kayak
hands, even trash can be erie will on exhibit until June
rie, fine art exhibitions by events and programs, visit Foundling Hospital Anthem composers. working on every stage, from tours call 845-234-3204 or
beautiful.” From baking tins of 2010. For more information
artists Judy Sigunick and Ed www.garrisonartcenter.org, which also contains his fa- Rehearsals are on Monday the initial exposure and pro- visit www.bannermancastle.
visit www.pem.org.
Smith inside the Art Center’s or call 424-3960. mous Hallelujah Chorus, as evenings at the Pleasantville cessing to printing and fram- org.
two professional galleries, Fair admission is pur- well as a selection of Men- Middle School from 7:45 to ing. His prints have been
Legal
herewith, has been adopted program, entitled “A Night at soundtracks and commercial
herewith, has been adopted
o n t h e 7 t h d a y o f J u l y, o n t h e 7 t h d a y o f J u l y, the Opera,” will feature guest recordings. The breadth of
2009, and the validity of 2009, and the validity of flutist Jim Walker. Come to experience that Mr. Walker
the obligations authorized the obligations authorized West Point to enjoy breathtak- brings to every performance
by such resolution may be by such resolution may be
Notices
hereafter contested only ing views of the Hudson River makes him a truly remark-
hereafter contested only
if such obligations were if such obligations were and an evening of operatic able soloist and will surely
authorized for an object authorized for an object works with renowned flutist make his performance with
or purpose for which the or purpose for which the Jim Walker. This concert is the West Point Band an event
COUNTY OF PUTNAM, COUNTY OF PUTNAM, free and open to the public. to remember.
New York, is not authorized New York, is not authorized
to expend money if the to expend money if the Dynamic soloist, legendary Please allow extra travel
provisions of law which provisions of law which Zoning District and consists LEGAL NOTICE orchestral and studio musi- time for the 100 percent
should have been complied should have been complied of approximate 2.1 acres. Notice of cian, celebrated jazz flutist, vehicle and photo I.D. in-
with as of the date of with as of the date of The Planning Board will Public Hearing
continue its review of the PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, and an inspiration to count- spection at Stony Lonesome
publication of the Notice publication of the Notice
were not substantially were not substantially project plans. t h e P u t n a m Va l l e y To w n less students worldwide, Jim and Thayer gates. Due to
complied with, and an complied with, and an DISCUSSION Board will conduct a public Walker has enjoyed success changing security require-
action, suit or proceeding action, suit or proceeding 2. Kisslinger Robert- West h e a r i n g o n We d n e s d a y, in all aspects of his musical ments at West Point, call the
contesting such validity is contesting such validity is Shore Drive (TM:62.01-1- August 12, 2009 at 6:00 career. Following a stint per-
3,4&5/File:2008-0026) p.m, on a proposed local Academy Band’s hotline at
commenced within twenty commenced within twenty
days after the publication The applicant is proposing law to regulate and control forming with the West Point 845-938-2617, or check www.
days after the publication
of this Notice, or such of this Notice, or such the construction of a the emissions from outdoor John Fasulo Band, Jim Walker was named westpoint.edu/special before
obligations were authorized obligations were authorized single-family residence on wood boilers in the Town of Associate Principal Flute in leaving for the concert.
in violation of the provisions in violation of the provisions approximately 1.5 acres of Putnam Valley. A new exhibit of photographs by John Fasulo centers around t h e P i t t s b u rg h S y m p h o n y For concert information,
of the constitution. of the constitution. land located at the terminus HEARING TO BE HELD,
M. CHRIS MARRONE of West Shore Drive in the at the Putnam Valley Town the 1974 Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge Fire. The exhibit and later won the Principal cancellations and updates,
M. CHRIS MARRONE
Clerk to the County Clerk to the County R-3 Zoning District. The Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake opens on August 16 at Café Bocca, located on Mt. Carmel Flute position with the Los call the Academy Band’s 24-
Legislature Legislature Planning Board will review Road, Putnam Valley, New Square in Poughkeepsie, and runs through November 15. Angeles Philharmonic. After hour hotline at (845) 938-
BOND RESOLUTION BOND RESOLUTION a report from the Building York. The show coincides with the bridge opening as the Walkway seven seasons with the L.A. 2617; or visit www.westpoint.
OF THE COUNTY OF OF THE COUNTY OF Department. Eileen Royael
3. Feldman, Martin-Lee Town Clerk Over The Hudson in early October. P h i l h a r m o n i c , M r. Wa l k e r edu/band.
PUTNAM, NEW YORK, PUTNAM, NEW YORK,
A D O P T E D J U LY 7 , ADOPTED JULY 7, 2009, Avenue (TM: 62.18-1-49) organized the jazz quartet
2009, AUTHORIZING AUTHORIZING HIGHWAY WT5-05
T H E R E M O VA L A N D INFRASTRUCTURE AND The applicant wishes to
RECONSTRUCTION construct a shed, deck and LEGAL NOTICE
REPLACEMENT OF NOTICE Have you taken a
UNDERGROUND FUEL O F R O A D S L O C AT E D walkway on a 0.19 acre
STORAGE TANKS, IN AND THROUGHOUT AND p a r c e l o n L e e Av e n u e . WT 8a/2009 good photo recently?
FOR SAID COUNTY AT A IN AND FOR SAID The parcel has frontage July 30, 2009 Send it to the PCN&R.
MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COUNTY AT A MAXIMUM on Lake Oscawana and the Notice is hereby given From time to time,
COSTS OF $300,000; E S T I M AT E D C O S T Town Wetland Inspector has t h a t t h e To w n o f P u t n a m
OF $817,000; AND referred the wetland permit Va l l e y h a s r e c e i v e d a we will print the best
AND AUTHORIZING THE wetlands application from photos we receive,
ISSUANCE OF $300,000 AUTHORIZING THE application to the Planning
BONDS OF SAID COUNTY ISSUANCE OF $817,000 Board. The Planning Board the following applicant: space permitting.
T O PAY T H E C O S T BONDS OF SAID COUNTY will review a report from the WT 17/09
THEREOF. T O PAY T H E C O S T Building Department and Marion & Claude
Class of objects or THEREOF. Wetland Inspector. Loewenstein
purposes: Removal/ Class of objects or MISCELLANEOUS 33 Hemlock Point Drive
replacement of underground purposes: Highway 4. HYH Subdivision – North LEGAL NOTICE
fuel storage tanks Infrastructure and road B r o o k s i d e Av e n u e a n d TM: 62.-1-26 The Board of Education,
Period of probable Reconstruction throughout Pudding Street P u t n a m Va l l e y C e n t r a l
usefulness: Ten (10) years and in and for said County (TM: 41.-2-13 & 41.15-1- School District, Putnam
Period of probable 3/File: 41./206/1040&1041) LEGAL NOTICE
Amount of obligations to be Va l l e y, N Y, i n v i t e s a l l
issued: $300,000 usefulness: Fifteen (15) An application has been NOTICE OF FORMATION qualified bidders to submit
A complete copy of the years Amount of obligations filed for a proposed 15- OF LIMITED LIABILITY sealed bids for:
bond resolution summarized to be issued: $817,000 Bonds lot subdivision with a COMPANY. NAME: KNH RECONDITIONING OF
above shall be available for A complete copy of the proposed private road on CONSTRUCTION LLC. ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT
public Inspection during bond resolution summarized approximately 236.51 A r t i c l e s o f O rg a n i z a t i o n Specifications and
normal business hours at the above shall be available for acres of land located in were filed with the Secretary Instructions to Bidders may
office of the Clerk to the public Inspection during the R-3 Zoning District. of State of New York be obtained at the Athletics
Legislature, at the County normal business hours at the The Planning Board will SSNY) on 07/16/09. The O ff i c e b e t w e e n t h e h o u r s
Office Building, 40 Gleneida office of the Clerk to the continue its review of the latest date of dissolution is of 8:00 am. and 3:00 p.m.,
Avenue, Carmel, New York. Legislature, at the County Subdivision, Major Grading 12/31/2060. Office Monday through Friday, at
Dated: July 9, 2009 Car- Office Building, 40 Gleneida Permit and Wetlands Permit. location: Putnam County. 146 Peekskill Hollow Road,
mel, New York Avenue, Carmel, New York. The Planning Board will SSNY has been designated Putnam Valley, NY 10579.
Dated: July 9, 2009 Car- continue its review of the as agent of the LLC upon All bids are to be returned
mel, New York Environmental Assessment whom process against it may to Mr. Paul N. Lee, Assistant
Forms and will declare its be served. SSNY shall mail Superintendent for Business
intent to be Lead Agency a copy of process to and Finance, located in
LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE for SEQRA review. the LLC, 105 Palmer Trail, the Business Office at the
The Village of Cold Spring NOTICE 8a/2009 INFORMAL DISCUS- Carmel, New York 10512. High School, 146 Peekskill
Historic District Review Please be advised that the SION Purpose: For any lawful Hollow Road, Putnam
Board will hold its monthly next meeting of the Planning 5. Pine Brook Farm purpose. Valley, NY 10579, before
meeting Wednesday, August Board will be held at Town Subdivision (Adorno) (TM# the closing date and time for
12, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. at the Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake 63.-3-4.1) the bids as follows without
Village Hall, 85 Main St. R o a d o n M o n d a y, A u g u s t The applicant is proposing LEGAL NOTICE further notice:
Cold Spring 10, 2009, for the purpose of a 4-lot subdivision on ±60 NOTICE OF FORMATION 11:00 AM.
Agenda considering the following acres of land located on OF LIMITED LIABILITY AUGUST 14, 2009
Old Business: applications: Peekskill Hollow Road and C O M PA N Y. N A M E : Prevailing Time
Peter Inserillo, 129 Main Communications: 5:30pm the terminus of Boswell Road M O N A C O R E A LT Y Non-Collusive Bidding
St. (awning) Regular Meeting Start in the R-3 Zoning District. M A N A G E M E N T, L L C . Certification must be
Peter & Melanie Farrell, Time: 6:00pm As currently proposed, A r t i c l e s o f O rg a n i z a t i o n returned as part of the bid.
191 Main St. (porch) AGENDA the proposed action would were filed with the Secretary The Board of Education
New Business: REVIEW maintain the existing tree o f S t a t e o f N e w Yo r k reserves the right to reject,
Barton Chew, 4 B. Street 1. Warex Terminal Corp.- farm and would result in the (SSNY) on 07/27/09. Office waive, or refuse to waive
(windows) 157 Bryant Pond Road construction of three (3) new location: Putnam County. informalities on any and all
Iva Mittowell, 34 Pine St. (TM: 74.-1-60/File: 2008- dwellings. SSNY has been designated bids.
(fence) 0027) APPROVAL OF MIN- as agent of the LLC upon Bids opened and read
1 Atlas LLC, 144 Main St. The applicant is proposing UTES whom process against it shall remain irrevocable
(porch, siding, new signs & the construction of a new 6. Approve Minutes of may be served. SSNY shall f o r a p er io d o f f o r ty - f iv e
lighting) pump island with two July 27, 2009 mail a copy of process to the (45) days.
Yona & Mitchell Feinstein, (2) new fuel dispensers, LLC, c/o George Monaco, Maureen Bellino
3 Cherry St. (Deck) a canopy extension, and 276 Buckshollow Road, District Clerk
Wi l l i a m M c C o m i s h , 3 1 parking lot expansion. The Mahopac, New York 10541. Putnam Valley Central
Rock St. (siding) site is located in the CC-2 Purpose: For any lawful School District
purpose. Putnam Valley, NY 10579
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 T HE P UTNAM C OUNTY N EWS A ND R ECORDER Page 15
PCNR.
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at the Brewster Ice Arena.
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