Daily Archives: September 8, 2011

Letter to the Editor: Impressed with job performance of Town of Webb Justice Pat Venetz

Dear Editor:

Working with Judge Patrick Venetz in the Town of Webb Judge’s office for a number of years gave me an opportunity to see our judicial system at its best.

Judge Venetz initiated a proposal to get the office’s first computer. I wrote the proposal, and when it received funding from New York state, installed that computer and software and several more computers for the judge’s office.

While working there I witnessed Pat and the late Judge Al Smith spending many, many hours with teenagers trying to help them through their problems and also working with confused or frightened defendants helping them understand the judicial system.

What I saw was a compassionate and business-like judicial environment.

We are very fortunate in Old Forge to have so many skilled and able citizens running for office. I think Judge Venetz has done an outstanding job and should be re-elected.

Sincerely,

Dan Tickner, Sr.

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Letter to the Editor Richard Risley: Family- and community-minded, an ideal candidate for Town of Webb supervisor

To the Editor:

I have known Richard Risley for five years, have listened to his thoughts and opinions and have witnessed his dedication to the Town of Webb and its communities.

Richard’s qualities include a strong work ethic and set of family values. I encourage his bid for Town Supervisor.

I see Richard as someone able to separate friendship from duty and therefore able to do what is best for the community. He would not be swayed by friendship or threat and is not afraid to make a decision despite its popularity.

Richard follows through. If asked to research or resolve an issue, you can rest assured he will do just that. It will not be postponed or swept under the rug. Richard wants what is best for the community and will work for its benefit and that alone.

Richard understands budgets, expenditures, thus ensuring fiscal responsibility and the ability to maintain a positive bottom line for the town.

In conversations with him, it is obvious he respects his fellow Town Board members and would work with them hand-in-hand to enhance our town.

Richard expects accountability and responsibility from those around him, which increases the success rate of endeavors.

I find him to be open to new ideas and opportunities that will enrich the community without taking away from the small town comfort that is felt by all who reside here.

Deb Schinsing

Clifton Springs & Old Forge

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Letter to the Editor Nov. election: Jon Hansen to run as independent candidate

To the Editor:

When I decided to run for Herkimer County Legislator in the 15th District I knew it was not going to be easy, but I was overwhelmed by the support I received from so many people in the towns of Ohio, Russia and Webb who signed my Republican Party petition.

Their signatures were more than three times the number that was required to put me on the ballot.

Unfortunately, my opponent, Patrick Russell, who has never been challenged before, evidentially felt threatened and he decided to deny, you the voter, a choice in the upcoming Republican Primary by contesting my petition because of a minor technicality in my address.

My P.O. Box number was not included in the address line at the top of the petition.

It was a cheap shot. But I don’t roll over easily.

Rather than spending time and money to go to court to have his challenge overturned, I am putting all of my time and efforts into running as an Independent Candidate for Herkimer County Legislature in the 15th District in the November election, and I pledge that if elected I will dedicate myself to this job and represent the three towns in the district: Ohio, Russia and Webb, fairly and equally.

My goals are to work one-on-one with the people to make it easier to live and work in Herkimer County, and to help create jobs.

In 2007, I addressed the Herkimer County Legislature with a proposal for the county to provide taxpayers with the opportunity to pay their taxes quarterly.

My proposal was never acted on by the Legislature, but if elected, I will work hard on this legislation, knowing that homeowners in our district are having a hard time paying their property taxes, and this would give them a welcome break that might help them keep their homes.

Also, if they owe back taxes they would be able to make payments.

Mr. Russell’s interests are much different than mine. As a career politician he seems to be more concerned about his welfare and what he gets out of the job, than about the concerns of the people in District 15 who need the support of their legislator, the majority who have never seen him or spoken with him during his 12 years in office.

His position as Legislator is to keep the power. And to keep on spending your tax money.

It is time for a change. If elected, I will always be available to discuss your problems and to work on your behalf. I will not let you down. My word is my bond.

You will find my name on the ballot in the November election as an Independent candidate for Herkimer County Legislature in the District 15. I am ready to work hard for you.

Jon Hansen

Thendara

 

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Ann Capron wins GMC truck in Otter Lake Fire Dept. raffle

Ann Capron of Old Forge was the winner of a 2011 GMC pickup truck, the grand prize in the Otter Lake Fire Co. Inc.’s annual fundraising raffle. The raffle was conducted at the fire station on Sunday, September 4.

Second prize winner of $200 was Norb Bankert of Remsen; and third prize winner of $100 was Cornelius Cheerschap of West Milford, NJ and Otter Lake.

“On behalf of the Otter Lake Fire Company and Auxiliary, I would like to thank the many businesses and individuals for their continued support of our annual fundraiser,” said Fire Chief Daniel Abrial.

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Frankfort man wins the Dodge Challenger in CAA raffle

The annual Labor Day celebration at the Old Forge Lakefront on Sunday, September 4 included live music by the Paul Case Band, fireworks, and the announcement of the winners of the Central Adirondack Association’s annual fundraising raffle.

This year’s winners were:

Grand Prize, 2012 Dodge Challenger: Ticket #005 Dan L. Brown, Frankfort. Continue reading →

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CAP-21 seeks nominees for recognition awards

CAP-21 will present its Tip of the CAP community recognition awards program on Thursday, October 20 and is seeking nominations of individuals who live in the towns of Forestport, Webb, Inlet or Long Lake who have made a positive contribution to their communities.

Nominations are being sought for the following categories:

Business Leader – recognizing an area business owner within your town that consistently gives back to their community in any number of ways;

Community Organization Award – a volunteer, non-profit, club, association, or community group that through their work makes their town a better place to live;

Good Neighbor Award – in recognition of an individual whose commitment of work, time, energy, resources, etc. makes the community a better place to live for everyone.

The awards presentation will follow CAP-21’s Annual Meeting at the Forge Motel.

Deadline for nominations is Friday, October 7th and should include the name of the individual, the business or the organization, the town they are from, and the reason for the nomination.

Nominations can be made by phone at (315) 369-3353, by fax at 369-3355, or by e-mail at: info@cap-21.org.

Please leave your name and phone number in case there are any questions.

 

 

NOTE: Republican incumbent Daniel Levi will be running unopposed for his seat on the Town of Inlet Board. Levi was elected to the board in 2007. He originally took office in 2005 when he was appointed to the board to complete the term of the late Don Bird.

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North Woods Lodge collecting goods for nearby flood victims

Members of North Woods Lodge #849 in Old Forge are collecting articles for flood victims within the NY state area.

The following articles are needed: clothing, boots, shoes, sneakers, jackets, sheets, blankets and pillows, non-perishable food items, and toiletries. Continue reading →

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