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County Legislators Mourn Passing Of Former Legislator Thomas Restino Of Hoosick

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submitted by Rich Crist, Majority Legislative Liaison

Members of the Rensselaer County Legislature are mourning the passing of Thomas G. Restino of Hoosick, a former member of the County Legislature with decades of public service to the County and Town.

Restino passed away at his home at the age of 86 on November 23.

He served three terms in the County Legislature during the 1970s and 1980s. Restino also served as Hoosick Town Supervisor, Hoosick Town Judge, Hoosick Falls Village Judge and Village Trustee.

Along with his public service, Restino was also a veteran of the U.S. Army in Korea. His son, Tom, now serves as a Hoosick Town Justice.

Legislator Lester Goodermote was a Town Justice in Hoosick during Restino’s service as Town Supervisor. He remembered Restino’s sense of humor and love of his neighbors.

“He was a great guy to work for and had a great sense of humor and never lost track of the big picture. He was definitely a people person, and that made him unbeatable in Hoosick,” said Goodermote.

“You could never question Tom Restino’s dedication and love of Hoosick and Hoosick Falls. He cared very deeply for his neighbors, and was very proud to be given the privilege of serving them,” said Vice Chairman of the Legislature Stan Brownell.

Goodermote and Brownell represent District 5 in the Legislature, which includes the towns of Stephentown, Berlin, Petersburgh, Grafton, Hoosick and the Village of Hoosick Falls.

Majority Leader Ken Herrington served with Restino in the County Legislature during the early 1980s and remembered Restino’s work resolving issues affecting his hometown.

“Tom was an energetic and independent representative for his constituents. He loved the County and was very devoted to the people of Hoosick,” said Herrington.

The Legislature will introduce a resolution in memory of Thomas Restino at a future legislative meeting.

Groceries Ordered Online Delivered

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New Lebanon Town Clerk Colleen Teal emailed that the Albany ShopRite delivers groceries ordered online to your home. New Lebanon, Old Chatham, Brainard, East Nassau, Malden Bridge and Stephentown are included in their delivery area.

“Please share this information with people that may have difficulty getting out to get their groceries but may have access to the internet or a family member who could order for them,” Teal wrote.

The link to shop on line is http://www.shoprite.com/srfh_delivery/. The link that shows the delivery area for the Albany ShopRite is  http://www.shoprite.com/srfh_232/, Teal added.

Rensselaer County Legislature Action – First Time Homebuyers Grants Available

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by Kieron Kramer

There will be a public hearing on December 10 at 5:30 pm before the next regular meeting of the Legislature on a Small Cities Grant application. In an interview after Tuesday’s Legislative meeting, District 5 Legislators Stan Brownell and Lester Goodermote, who represent the towns of Stephentown, Berlin, Petersburgh, Grafton, Hoosick and the Village of Hoosick Falls, pointed out that the Small Cities grant will provide first time homebuyers with a grant of up to $20,000 for closing and acquisition costs. [Read more…] about Rensselaer County Legislature Action – First Time Homebuyers Grants Available

Celebrating The Rensselaer Plateau

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The Rensselaer Plateau Alliance is sponsoring a joint gallery show from November 15 through the month of December highlighting the Rensselaer Plateau. At the Sand Lake Center for the Arts, view current photographs of the Plateau by three area artists. At the Sand Lake Town Library see an exhibition of materials on loan from the Grafton Historical Society. [Read more…] about Celebrating The Rensselaer Plateau

Rensselaer County Hosts Annual Veterans Breakfast And Medal Presentation Ceremony

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Rensselaer County Executive Kathleen M. Jimino has announced that this year’s Veterans Appreciation Breakfast and Medals Ceremony will be held on Sunday, November 10, at the Brunswick Elks located at 665 Brunswick Road in Eagle Mills. The breakfast, which is free for veterans and their immediate families, will run from 8:30 to 11:30 am and will be immediately followed by a Medals Presentation Ceremony where 9 veterans, or their families, will be presented military honors earned by the veteran.
“The event is an excellent opportunity to thank our veterans for their service to our nation as well as honor those who have not yet received the medals and accommodations they have earned through their service,” stated Jimino.
Veterans, members of our armed forces and the general public are encouraged to attend the breakfast and join in the ceremony. Two Purple Hearts are among the medals that will be presented. For more information about the Veterans Breakfast and Medals Ceremony please call 518-270-2760

Woods Forum On November 14

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Did you know that the Rensselaer Plateau is the fifth largest forest in New York State and that it is 90% forested and that those forests are 90% privately owned?
Do you love your land and value your woods?  Then attend a Woods Forum conducted by the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance (RPA) on Thursday, November 14, at 7 pm at the Sand Lake Town Hall, 8428 NY 66, Sand Lake.
Join fellow woodland owners and forestry professionals for a discussion on how to maintain the value of your woods for timber harvesting, recreation, wildlife and for future generations.   Discuss how to care for your woods today and plan for its future.  Talk with and hear about the experiences of other landowners. There is also a chance to win a visit from professional forester, Mary Spring, or RPA gear.  Attendees will also receive a copy of the brand new “Guide for Landowners” intended to help landowners find information in the Rensselaer Plateau Regional Conservation Plan that is useful to them. Both of these resources and much more are now on the RPA website at http://rensselaerplateau.org/RensselaerPlateau/ConservationPlan.aspx. Refreshments will be served.  Please call Sarah Parks at 302-584-7748 for additional information.  This program is co-sponsored by New York Forest Owners Association, the Rensselaer Land Trust and the Agricultural Stewardship Association.
Keep informed of the many activities going on with RPA or the more than 30 Alliance organizations by checking out our new data-base driven calendar of events at http://renpa.azurewebsites.net/.

Tsatsawassa Fire Company Breakfast

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The Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company will resume serving its monthly breakfast at the firehouse on Sunday, October 20, from 8 to 11:30 am. Breakfast consists of your choice of French toast or pancakes, together with bacon or sausage, toast, orange juice, beverages and eggs prepared to your order for a cost of $6, with children under five served free.
Support your locate fire company while visiting with friends and neighbors and enjoying a hearty breakfast to start your day. The firehouse is located behind the post office near the intersection of Routes 20 and 66 North in the hamlet of Brainard and is handicapped accessible. For more information call 518-766-3815.

Oktoberfest To Benefit The RLT

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Join the Rensselaer Land Trust for its Sixth Annual Oktoberfest Benefit Event on Saturday, October 19, from 1 to 9:30 pm sponsored by Brown’s Brewing Co. at Brown’s Brewing, Revolution Hall in Troy. This year’s bands will include Flood Road, Chilly Nickels and East Bound Jesus. Admission costs $8, benefiting the RLT. Beer and food will be sold separately. You must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Volunteers are still needed to help on the day of the event with set-up, admission tables, 50/50 raffles and clean-up. A three hour volunteer shift will allow you to attend Oktoberfest for free. Volunteers must be 21 or older. Contact Kristina Younger to sign up for a shift at key12061@gmail.com or 518-659-5263. More information is available at www.renstrust.org.