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District Welcomes New Additions
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Submitted by BCS Communications
The Berlin Central School District (BCSD) is excited to welcome Meghan Reynolds as the new Berlin Middle High School Assistant Principal and Berlin Athletic Director for the BNL Athletic program.
Mrs. Reynolds has been working closely with Berlin Middle High School Principal David Bernsley, New Lebanon Athletic Director Corey Brown, and Assistant to the BNL Athletic Directors Candy Hudson over the past two weeks and is settling into her new position at BMHS wonderfully. Mrs. Reynolds is happy to have this summer to prepare and hit the ground running come fall.
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Battling Invasive Plants
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Written and Submitted by Lydia Davis
Recently, the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance and the Village of East Nassau's Climate Smart Committee co-hosted a work session to remove invasive plant species from the Village's Albert Family Community Forest, a peaceful 353-acre preserve established six years ago and extending over parts of East Nassau and Stephentown. After a land acknowledgment led by RPA's Volunteer Coordinator Kim Murdick, volunteers watched closely as Stewardship Manager and invasive plants expert Andrew Schwitzgebel showed us how to identify by leaf shape, growth pattern, and texture three of the worst: Japanese Barberry, Japanese Honeysuckle, and Multiflora Rose. These invasive plants, all imported to the U.S. at different times for then-laudable reasons—screening, erosion control, horticultural assets—have spread aggressively in our native woods to crowd out more beneficial native plants.
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Petersburgh Town Board Highlights
by Denise Wright
The July 15th meeting of the Petersburgh Town Board was a little over an hour this month, but it was full of town business. After approving the minutes of the June meeting, Supervisor Noeding reported that the CHIPS reimbursement came in on June 29th and that playground equipment will be getting installed later this month. Lockboxes have also been installed at each town building, making the buildings more accessible during emergencies. The water department reported that they have been taking water samples from downstream and upstream, which tested negative.
The resolution for inter-fund transfers concerning the justices was approved. Updating the fire and safety alarm systems in the town buildings was discussed. The board has received some quotes, starting at $25,000. Supervisor Noeding commented that it is a costly project but quite necessary. An RFP will need to be prepared in order for this project to move forward.
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Stephentown Town Board Highlights
by Denise Wright
The July 15th Stephentown board meeting was brief but busy. After the audit of claims and approval of the minutes, the transfer station reported depositing $7,532 for June. According to the transfer station report, appliances and electronics will no longer be charged for this service due to a change in e-waste online registration. The town's clean-up day was quite successful, but the final numbers will be reported at the next meeting. Supervisor Roder described the clean-up day as an advantage for the community that is money well spent.
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Commemoration Ceremony at Bennington Battlefield
The Friends of the Bennington Battlefield, in cooperation with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, will conduct its annual Commemoration Ceremony of the Battle on Friday, August 16th, at 7 pm. The event takes place at the top of the hill known by some as Hessian Hill, where the flagpole and granite monument are located.
This year’s program, which runs about an hour, will note the battle’s place in our history and our appreciation of the efforts of those involved. Fourth-graders from Hoosick Falls Central School who are participating in a week-long History Camp will share, in their own words, the importance of learning and understanding our nation’s story.
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Solar Project for Village
Submitted by Susie Laier
The Climate Smart Committee of East Nassau hosted a very informative talk about solar energy on Thursday, July 18th, at the Hoags Corners Ambulance Hall. The speaker, Bill Jennings from Stephentown, shared with those in attendance the story of the success of the Community Solar Project in Stephentown, which he managed. Bill explained how the program works by partnering with any one of several solar farms to provide energy customers with discounts on their energy costs. The program requires
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July 19, 2024 Edition
Legislature Urges State Leaders to Close Dunn Landfill
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Submitted by the Rensselaer County Legislature
In a resolution passed unanimously on Tuesday, July 9th, the Legislature called on the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Governor Kathy Hochul to deny the permit renewal for the Dunn Construction and Demolition (C&D) Landfill, which borders the Rensselaer City School District and the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in East Greenbush. Over the years, the Legislature has adopted several resolutions that urged the state to take corrective actions, and to deny the renewal of the landfill’s operating permit.
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HVCC Freezes Tuition for Second Consecutive Year
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Courtesy of HVCC
Hudson Valley Community College has held tuition stable for a second consecutive year making the college one of the most affordable higher education options in the state. Full-time students who are New York State residents will pay $2,528 per semester, plus fees. Part-time resident students will pay $211 per credit hour. The Rensselaer County Legislature recently approved the college's $106,105,178 budget.
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