The Clinton Courier: 08.13.14 by The Clinton Courier

Vol. 168, No. 5

• CLINTON, NEW YORK • August 13, 2014

Flood Mitigation, Easier Said Than Done

Larceny at Franklin Springs Legion By Staff

larceny at the Helmuth-Ingalls Post in Franklin Springs has authorities scratching their heads. The Kirkland Police, Oneida County Sheriff and New York State Police departments are all working on the case, and so far no suspects have been identified. Officials have linked the break-in, which happened last week, to a series of similar incidents in the county. The Cassville Legion, Westmoreland Golf Course and another theft in Bridgewater all bear striking similarities with the Franklin Springs incident. Residents of Coventry Place gather as the flood water creeps up at their feet on the evening of Sunday August 3.

NEWSSTAND PRICE $1 “There seems to be a rash of [thefts] all throughout the county,” said Kirkland Police Chief Dan English. “There are a number of departments working on this and hopefully we can put the brakes on it.” Thieves were able to access the Franklin Springs property through a casement window at the top of a fire escape on the building. “They went up the fire escape and they pushed the window in,” said English. Several items were stolen and damage was done to both the window and the interior space. Only the office on the property was disturbed. Despite local authorities suspicions linking the break-in with a recent trend, Legion members suspect their intruder was local.

Mastering a Words Game With Numbers

Written and Photographed by John Howard

hen the grey clouds move in and the raindrops start to slap the pavement, many residents in the Town of Kirkland watch from their windows as their properties fill up with water. Flooded basements and lawns are the lurking beasts that haunt these residents’ dreams. It’s been a year and a month since Town, county, state and federal officials stood before a packed room at a Town of Kirkland Board meeting to address concerns with heavy flooding in the area. Many of those same community members who filled the standing room only audience are still seeking solutions. A $300,000 project to re-stabilize the banks of the Oriskany Creek near Cleveland Place scheduled to begin in July, has been delayed. Kevin Lewis, executive director of the Oneida County Soil and Water Conservation District, said that the project requires two permits from the DEC, which they are still waiting on. “I don’t think [the delay] is going to change what is planning to be done there,” said Lewis. “It is affecting our timeline, as we were hoping to be well underway with construction at this point.” Depending on how long Soil and Water is delayed, the project could be broken up into two phases around the winter without affecting the resulting mitigation, according to Lewis. A series of unfortunate historical events has backed the Town Board into a corner on a number of problem areas throughout Kirkland. Frustrations from residents of Coventry Place has already escalated into yelling matches between residents and Board members during public meetings. A proper stormwater plan meeting today’s standards was not provided when the original developers started the project in the mid 1980s. Today, improper drainage coupled with runoff from a neighboring farmland to the east creates a funnel effect, pooling water where the houses on the street sit. Even 3 inches of sudden rainfall can leave residents on the street up to their knees with water in their yards and with swimming pools for basements. Two homes on the street regularly use sump pumps, one of which runs constantly, nearly 365 days in a year. “Why didn’t anyone understand this problem when the development was put in?” said Coventry resident Bill Sequin, who has been noticing more

and more water in his backyard, which faces the farm. “I don’t want to make waves for the sake of making waves, but we need something crystallized as a plan.” On Monday, Kirkland Supervisor Bob Meelan and Highway Department Superintendent Jon Scott met privately with Coventry area residents, but farm and home owners were so far unable to agree to a plan that protects everyone’s property interests. Similar water backups in the Village also continue to present themselves. “Every time it rains, I start trembling,” said Katheryn Doran, whose house on Williams Street flooded heavily in 2013, causing $12,000 in damages. “The storm drains are horribly designed.” Improperly stored gasoline from a neighboring property got into the floodwater during the 2013 incident at Doran’s home, increasing the hazard FLOODING, page 11

Short-Staffed KPD Causing Concerns By Staff

he Kirkland Police Department is down in its officer numbers. During recent Town and Village Board meetings various issues led back to the lack of manpower, causing concern in residents and officials. Officer Joseph McCormick, whose part-time hire was recently approved by the Town Board earlier this year, has since been disqualified for the position, following a conflict in a civil service law. McCormick’s address on record is listed as Madison County. In order to work for the Kirkland department, officers are required to have an Oneida County address. As a result, Police Chief Dan English presented the Town Board with McCromick’s resignation on Monday. “Because of that residency requirement, he had to leave,” said English. “He’s resigning.” Turnover within the Kirkland Police Department has been an ongoing battle, which many chalk up to the competitive salaries of competing municipalities and departments. In the last year, three part-time officers have come and gone in addition to McCormick’s departure. Two of those were recruited by the Oneida County Sheriff ’s Department, which pays up to $4,000 more annually to its officers. For all of Kirkland, the KPD is down to a full-time staff of five, including Chief English, who cannot be on patrol, and 5–6 part-timers. To be comfortable, said English, he’d KPD, page 5

Chris Lipe practices on a Scrabble board at Tony’s Pizza ahead of his trip to Buffalo for the national championship. Written and Photographed by John Howard

he dining room at Tony’s Pizza is empty except for one person. It’s between lunch and dinner on a Friday and Chris Lipe sits alone at his computer, pouring over what looks like digital SAT study cards. Lipe isn’t studying for a standardized test, though. This is a Scrabble practice program, one that he designed himself, and Lipe is working to get better at the game. “It gives me a bunch of letters that I have to unscramble,” says Lipe. “If

I get something wrong I see it more often. If I get it right I see it less often.” Scrabble is just like any other niche hobby. You can spend way too much time and way too much money on it. Others probably don’t understand the obsession. Most of this is true for Lipe. His spare time revolves around the game. When he’s standing in a line to get coffee, he’s studying on an app on his phone. He is a member of the SCRABBLE, page 10

Dr. Grimm Settles into Work By Staff

ehind all the heavy equipment and construction gear that has been stationed about on the Clinton Central School campus, Dr. Stephen Grimm has begun work as the new superintendent of schools for the District Office. So far, he said, the experience has been everything he dreamed it would be. “I’m getting to know the procedures. I’m getting to meet new people,” said Grimm. “I’m getting a sense of the area’s culture, too.” August 4 was Grimm’s first day on campus. His office is still sparse with materials here and there that haven’t made it to shelves yet. On Monday he wore a maroon polo shirt, a maroon lanyard holding his CCS ID badge and a grin from ear to ear. “Every day is as great as I was hoping it would be,” he said. Grimm was officially appointed by the Board of Education during a special meeting on August 1. He was not present at the meeting, but for good reason. Wednesday through Friday of that week, he was attending a superintendents’ retreat presented by

Dr. Stephen Grimm sits at his new desk in the District Office. Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES. Coming from the western side of the state, the experience proved invaluable for him. “It was interesting to meet everyone and get to know some of the region’s objectives and vision,” said Grimm. “There’s a really good sense of collegiality among superintendents in the region—a lot of sharing of information.” In addition to setting up his space and watching construction unfold outside his window, Grimm spent last week meeting with Board President Mary Lou Lauchert and chatting with faculty members who happened to stop in. Finding a home in the District has proven to be the biggest challenge so far. Grimm has relocated to an apartment in town. When he’s not in GRIMM, page 4

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Old Dog, New Tricks “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” That’s how the saying goes and—based on a number of sites I looked at to find the exact origin(whose reliability seemed to range from sketchy to downright troubling)—the statement dates as far back as the 1500s. The reason my mind is on that phrase is because Emily and I recently welcomed home a new pup, Murphy, from the Humane Society of Rome. Murphy is two years old. He’s a mix of hound and shepherd, and weighs about 60 pounds. Murphy was Emily’s birthday present. He is staggeringly fast, eternally concerned and unwaveringly loyal. While I won’t go as far as to say that Murphy is an “old dog,” he is not a “new dog” and therefore we had some initial concerns about our ability to train him. Luckily for us, Murphy was more or less previously trained—no assembly required. He knew how to sit and how to lay down, and he’s picking up on a few others already. I think that there are certain things in life that you cannot change. A stream, for instance, like St. Mary’s Brook on the Clinton Central School campus (see page 1), will always revert back to its initial resting place through the thundering force of Mother Nature. “You can’t move a river,” George Hula told me this week, standing over the excavation site. “You can only deflect it.” Flooding is an ongoing issue in this community and it’s an issue that came to a head last summer. When property damage and inconveniences play out again and again, it’s easy to let frustration and helplessness get the best of us. Unfortunately, the problems that we face have been long in the works with oversight and outdated policies. Coventry Place is in the mess it's in because of things that were decided decades ago. The School District has flooded

for years, thanks in large part, to a decision to redirect the brook in the midcentury in order to allow for the High School and Middle School buildings to be created. The more mitigation plans play out, the more it seems like it will also, unfortunately, take time. Other things you can change. Like, for instance, how well you play Scrabble (see page 1). Even if you lose horribly in your first tournament, you can turn your luck around in as quickly as three weeks, just like Chris Lipe did. (In fact, he would be happy to give you tips on your gameplay—Scrabble Club meets Monday nights from 6:30–10 p.m. at Tony’s on College Street.) So, maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks. One of the shady sites that I stumbled upon announces: “Despite what this phrase says, you actually can teach an old dog new tricks. Some may find it more difficult to teach an older dog in comparison to a younger one…” When we assumed control of The Clinton Courier, it was hardly a new dog—in fact, I’d go as far as to say it was a very old dog (685 in dog years). So far, we’ve been trying out some new tricks. Some have worked and others have not, but we thank you for your feedback either way and we’re going to keep trying regardless. We just launched a podcast. You can check it out at: http://stporcupine.com. Our most recent episode featured John Nye of Harding Farm and PBS’s “Antiques Roadshow.” We’re also working with the Clinton varsity soccer programs to try and bring you live sportscasting of this coming season’s games. Now you can listen to the news, too. How’s that for a new trick? Stay tuned for more updates.

–John Howard, Executive Editor

Village Hack: Don't Make a Choice By Emily Howard It's 6 p.m. and your family is hungry. You don't feel like cooking, so what do you do? How do you decide on a place to eat? One person wants this, the other that—oh and one more requirement, you want it quickly because there's a favorite TV show/game/can't miss event on. Stop thinking so hard and head over to the

Village's newest storefront, 8 Fresh. Here you simply don't have to make a choice as it's two restaurants in one. Enjoy salad, burritos, tacos, soups and daily wrap specials at Fresh Mex and Lettuce Eat. Healthy food with something for everyone. Stop in and say hello to the new shop owners and enjoy some quick, fresh food, too.

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Past Issues Aug. 16, 1989

25 Years ago

The Kirkland Town Board prepared to review a proposed dog control law last Monday night. A contingent of Franklin Springs residents presented a firsthand case for some action. The dozen or so residents protested the existence of “menacing dogs” in their neighborhood, saying 11 canines live in one house and have grabbed or threatened some persons while annoying all with constant barking. A search for signs of long-ago Indian settlements gets underway this week on the Kirkland land where 300 units of modern-day housing are due to be built. Archaeologist Marjorie Pratt of Cazenovia said last Friday that she expects to spend a couple of days this week making digs at the 66-acre site south of Clinton. A hit-and-run accident on Route 5 in Kirkland early last Sunday morning took the life of a 29-year-old Glenfield resident. State police said Patrick A. Williams of Chases Lake Road was run over about 2:20 a.m. as he was walking along the highway’s shoulder or possibly on the road itself. The investigator said police are hoping the conscience of the person or persons involved “will bother them before we come knocking on their door.” Rick Page, son of Clinton residents Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Page, single handedly reeled in a 730-pound bluefin tuna on July 12 off the coast of Provincetown on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Page battled the fish for five hours and managed to pull it in without the benefit of a belt or chair. The tuna measured 9 feet long and 74 inches in girth. The fish sold for $3,000. Aug. 13, 1964

50 Years ago

Administrators and members of the school board’s transportation committee report that bus schedules have been completed, and under a new policy, high school and elementary students will be brought to school separately. This will result in different opening times for the junior and senior high and the grade school buildings. It was announced this week by the Skenandoa Club that the initial phases of the first major recreation project in Clinton since construction of the community pool were complete. The 1,800-square-foot swimming pool and two cork tennis courts will officially be put into use on Monday of next week. A program to re-evaluate the speed restrictions on state, county and town highways is about onethird completed, the State Traffic Commission announced. Clinton was included and recently raised its local limit from 25 to 30 mph. The H.G. Ford Association held its 23rd annual reunion last Sunday in the Tamiami Hotel on Sylvan Beach. Thirty-three members attended church services before the dinner in the Hillsborough Xhurch, which was founded by the Ford family. Aug. 17, 1939

75 Years ago

Only a brief demonstration at the Queensboro Dairy Company’s plant Tuesday morning accompanied the Dairy Farmers’ Union strike proposal that was to have been effective throughout the state. About 100 of the usual 700 cans of milk were withheld from the local plant. According to present indications the Village sewage treatment plant will be put into operation within the next three weeks, it being expected that everything will be ready shortly after September 1. B. Maloney, of Cassville, was the successful bidder at the auction of the

Salt Point School held last Saturday afternoon. The building, in which several individuals appeared to be interested, sold for $360. Officer Beck was on duty in the business section this morning, directing truck traffic in accordance with the intention of Village officials to have the heavy stone trucks that pass through Clinton follow the state highway. Officer Beck’s presence also may serve to reduce the speed of these heavy vehicles, some of which pass through the streets at a reckless rate. 100 Years ago Aug. 19, 1914 The 23rd annual catalogue of Clinton High School for the school year 1914-1915 was issued yesterday and will be distributed at the opening of school. The total enrollment of pupils last year was 460, of whom 200 were nonresident pupils. The Harlem Dairy Products Company has leased the Paris Hill Creamery for a year and invites all the farmers in the section to deliver their milk there, where they will receive the best treatment. The reunion of the Dawes family was held on Thursday at the home of Charles Dawes, some 90 members of the family being present. A sumptuous dinner was followed by a ballgame and other sports and a most delightful time was had by all. Cornelius deRegt evidently is enjoying his outing at Loon Lodge on Little Rideau Lake in Canada, and he writes of having hooked one fish “just under 100 pounds,” but adds in parentheses “quite a little under.”

law which outlines the following: A local law dating back to 1947 prohibits bicycles from riding on the sidewalks in the “Business District.” Local Law #2 of 1977 Village of Clinton outlines restrictions for the proper use of bicycles and other wheeled sport activities. The law restricts use of these devices in the entire Village of Clinton with special notation in and on the Commercial district. The Village law prohibits use of skateboards, in-line skates or roller skates in any manner on public streets (including the entire paved and improved surfaces thereof, including gutter areas, from curb-tocurb, where curbs exist), sidewalks, or on any public lands in the commercial district. Section (B) states no parent or guardian shall authorize or knowingly permit his child or ward, if under sixteen years of age, to operate a skateboard, in-line skates or roller skates in violation of any provision of the law Some commonly asked questions: Q. Which traffic laws apply to bicyclists, in-line skaters, and nonmotorized scooters operators? A. These roadways users must obey, and are protected by the same laws

that apply to drivers including traffic signals, signs and pavement markings, though there are some obvious exceptions and rules. Bicyclists, in-line skaters and nonmotorized scooters users’ under 14 years of age are required by law to wear an approved safety helmet. Parents can be held responsible for traffic safety violations by their minor children. Q. On what roads are bicycling and in-line skating permitted? A. Bicyclist and in-line skaters have the legal right to share the road on most public highways, but they are prohibited on the interstate highways and expressways. Q. Must bicyclists and in-line skaters ride with traffic? A. The law requires that bicyclists ride and in-line skaters glide with traffic. Bicycling and skating against traffic are leading causes of crashes. Riding or gliding with traffic also prevents interference with the flow of pedestrians. Q. Where on the roadway may a bicyclist ride and an in-line skater glide? A. Where bicycle or in-line skating lanes are available, bicyclists and SAFETY, page 5

Then and Now: The Onyan Block

Bicycle and Skating Safety By Daniel J. English Chief of Police, KPD Illustration by Bernie Freytag

need to make an appeal to the parents and residents of Clinton and Township of Kirkland that I serve. We, as the police, can only do so much about promoting safe habits to the users of the roadways, which include bikes and skateboards. The important educators are parents and it starts at home. In the past week I have received calls and observed some unsafe bicycle usage. On Monday night, outside the businesses on East Park Row there was a group of youngsters around ages 10 to 14 riding bicycles and one on a push scooter board with handles that were riding up the sidewalk and then abruptly crossed the roadway towards the Village Park without looking. It was about 8 p.m., the sun was down and none of them had reflective gear or helmets on! The youngsters yelled at the cars, while the motorists honked their horns in fear after the close call. I could hear the kids talking back and forth laughing about what they did. I was on foot and yelled to the youngsters that they were wrong, needed helmets, and reflective gear due to it getting dark. I advised them to head home. Where are the parents and supervision? This is an accident waiting for a place to occur. The Police can not do it all. Parents, your children need to ride their bikes and skateboards safely with protective gear—make sure they wear it. The Village of Clinton has a local

Photo courtesy of the Clinton Historical Society Then: 1 College Street, Onyan or Allen Block, was built in 1884 with a cast iron front façade framing. It has since been home to a number of businesses. Onyan Opera House occupied the third floor in the 1890s, the Masonic Lodge was there from 1895–1938, and the fire department was in the rear from 18951921. Most recently, Allen’s Hardware (1886-1977), Andre’s Decorating and McHarris Gifts could be seen on the popular Village corner. Thanks to the Clinton Historic Preservation Commission, little of the structure’s appearance has changed.

Photo by John Howard Now: The main store space is occupied by Artisan’s Corner, a cooperative shop where over 30 local artists sell their handcrafted works and share in the responsibilities of store tasks. In the back, visitors to the area can rent a room at Williams Street Lodging, maintained by the Arbor Inn on Griffin Road.

Community

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The Calendar Aug 14: Taizé worship service. This brief candlelight service of silence, prayer and song is modeled on that of the ecumenical Christian monastic community in France. The public is welcome. 7 p.m. at Stone Church on the Green. Aug 15: Friday night dinner. Gypsy Girl Pizza—everyone's favorite wood-fired pizza is back. 4-7 p.m. at the Pool. Aug 16: Turbo Kick with Hilary George. The ultimate calorie-burning challenge. $7 walk in fee. Saturdays through August 30. 9-10 a.m. at the KAC. Aug 18: Science Movie. Dinosaurs. 10 a.m. at the Library. Game Day at the Pool. Take a break from the water with Kan Jam, hula hoops, and more. Starts at 3 p.m. Aug 19: Concerts in the Park. Blarney Rebel Band. 7-9 p.m. on the Green. Murray Group. Open watercolor studio. No instruction, just time to paint. Bring your own supplies. 7-9:15 p.m. at the KAC. Aug 20: All ages summer story time. 10-11 a.m. at the Library. Aug 21: Stories on the Green. Turtles and Frogs. 12:30 p.m. during the Farmers' Market. Free Outdoor Family Movie Night. "Night at the Museum." Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Movie starts at dusk at the Pool. Farmers' Market. Stock up on fresh foods and artisan goods. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on the Green.

Announcements

• The Library's Summer Sendoff with the Zoomobile and an ice cream social will be held on Wed., Aug. 27, from 2-4 p.m. • Open Hand Theater will offer a large size puppet making workshop on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 10:30 am. at the Library. Registration is required— Sign up now! • Borrow the Adirondack Museum discount pass at the Kirkland Town Library. When you present this pass along with your library card at the Adirondack Museum’s admission desk, you will be entitled to a 50 percent discount on admissions for you and your family, up to four adults or two adults and any children under age 18!

Academics Tyler Roselli received a B.A. in

economics from Union College on June 15, 2014. He is the son of Joanne and Bob Roselli, and currently resides in Chicago, Illinois.

Meetings Library Book groups:

New members always welcome. Wednesday: "The Devil in the White City," by Erik Larson. July 30 meeting has been canceled, the next meeting will be Aug. 27, 7 p.m.

School Board

August 19, 7 p.m. – Regular Meeting: Board Room Alateen A fellowship of young people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. For information on time and place of meetings call: 733-0734 or 794-8622. Clinton Lions Club meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Alteri’s restaurant, College St. New members sought, especially with web and youth leadership interests. Contact Jim Winkler, Membership Chairman, at 853-6355 for more information or an application. Clinton Kiwanis meets Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at the Skenandoa Golf and Country Club on Norton Ave. Those interested in joining are invited to attend. Contact Karen Ostinett at 235-7104. Survivors of Suicide Support Group meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the 2nd Floor of The Neighborhood Center in Utica, 628 Utica St. For more information, call 732-6228. Alcoholics Anonymous holds weekly closed topic meeting Tuesdays at 8 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, 853-5359, and open discussion meetings from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Bristol Center at Hamilton College Campus, 859-4271. Sexaholics Anonymous holds weekly closed meetings on Thursdays in Utica at 7 p.m. For more information, call 707-4600. Sex Addicts Anonymous holds a weekly closed meeting on Tuesdays in Utica at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 695-8772. Separated and Divorced Support Group meets every other Sunday, 5-6:30 p.m. Next meeting will be August 17, at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Rd., Utica. Free and open to all. For more information contact Judy at 315-735-6210, judy@ thegoodnewscenter.org, or visit us at http://thegoodnewscenter.org. Grief Survivors meets every Tuesday from 6-7:30 p.m. at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Rd., Utica. Drop-ins welcome. This is a faith-based support group for those suffering the loss of a loved one. Meets weekly to help you face these challenges and move from mourning to joy. For more information contact Melissa at 735-6210, melissa@ thegoodnewscenter.org, or visit http://thegoodnewscenter.org.

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Library Notes Unreliable Narrators By Meghan Milligan, Adult Programs Librarian, Kirkland Town Library

e often think of summer as hate him because he’s evil or is he evil the season of “beach reads.” because she hates him? Readers get Fluffy, fun, easy paperbacks that only Eva’s side of the story and have to encourage us to escape and relax into decide whether her version of events pleasant and unchallenging worlds. can be trusted. “We Need to Talk About Perhaps, at this midway point of Kevin” offers a disturbing glimpse into the summer, you have had enough parenthood and sociopathy. of these charming tales and want • “The Curious Incident of the Dog something complex, possibly sinister, in the Night-Time,” by Marc Haddon and definitely challenging. Try a A very unusual book with a very novel from this list of books with unusual narrator. Christopher unreliable narrators. These narrators Boone, who describes himself as, "a will lead you down a road of their own mathematician with some behavioural construction and it will be up to you as difficulties" doesn’t intend to mislead the reader to decide what is real and the reader, he’s just trying to figure what is manipulation. things out through his own unique • “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn point of view. You may have already read this • “Atonement,” by Ian McEwan extremely popular thriller, but it is a Narrator Briony’s perspective great recent example of narrators you changes as she grows from naive just can’t trust. Amy and Nick share a child to reflective adult. Her marriage, the narration of the novel, childhood misunderstandings and and a heavy stroke of deviousness. grown-up desire to atone for these • “The Sound and the Fury,” by misunderstandings occlude the truth William Faulkner with multiple layers of storytelling. Reading Faulkner is a great For summer extra credit, watch summer project. Finish this book the movies based on these books. and you’ll feel as accomplished as “We Need to Talk About Kevin” and you would having weeded your entire “Atonement” are available now on garden, painted your whole house, and DVD through the Library. “Gone Girl” installed an inground swimming pool. and “The Sound and the Fury” are in All rewarding projects, but tiring! In production, and “The Curious Incident “The Sound and the Fury,” Faulkner of the Dog in the Night-Time” has gives us three unreliable narrators to been optioned for film. sort out. Also check out the Kirkland Town • “Beasts,” by Joyce Carol Oates Library’s summer reading contest for Gillian, a student at a not-so-idyllic adults. Collect a raffle ticket for each New England college during the 1970s, library book (or audiobook) you read recounts her intense relationship with during the summer. Enter as many a professor and his wife as it moves times as you like. On August 27, at from passionate to grotesque. Drugs the Ice Cream Social, we will draw and obsession call Gillian’s narration winners for prizes and gift certificates of this novella into question. from The Annex Wine Bar, Across the • “We Need to Talk About Kevin,” Row Bistro, The Artful Lodger, and by Lionel Shriver Clinton Pottery. Eva hates her son Kevin. Does she GRIMM (continued from page 1) the office, he’s been spending his time strolling the streets in the evening, “getting a sense of the culture,” he said. His wife and three children, who are still back in Rochester finishing some last minute chores, visit Clinton on the weekends. Fallen victim to East and West Park Row’s charm, the Village is where the family wants to settle.

“We hope to move into a house by October,” said Grimm. Grimm replaces Matt Reilly, who left the superintendent position at Clinton District in July to pursue a post of the same title at Cazenovia Central School District. The next Board of Education meeting—Grimm’s first Board of Education meeting—is scheduled for August 19 at 7 p.m.

Class of 1984 Celebrates Reunion

By Staff

embers of the Clinton Central School Class of 1984 reunited for a celebration at the Skenandoa Club recently. Thirty-six class members attended the event, which included a dinner at the club’s restaurant and plenty of catching up.

This summer marks 30 years since the group received their high school diplomas. The School’s principal at the time was Frank Perretta. The group's next reunion weekend will be held from July 19 through July 21, 2019.

This Week Check Out: New additions to children series: 1.

"Judy Moody, Mood (book #12)," by McDonald

Martian Megan

2. "Still Life: (The Books of Elsewheres, vol 5)," by Jacqueline West

3. "Kingdom Keepers VI : Dark Passages," by Ridley Pearson 4. "Freddy and the North Pole," by Walter R. Brooks 5. "Just Grace Gets Crafty," Charise Mericle Harper

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Community

Movie Night is a Splash at Pool

The first outdoor screening at the Clinton Pool saw good attendance from community families. By Staff Note: The Clinton Courier is a sponsor of the Clinton Pool’s community movie night event.

well-attended outdoor screening of Spike Jonze’s “Where the Wild Things Are” could signal a new summer tradition for Clinton. The first ever Clinton Pool Movie Night brought a crowd of residents to the field adjacent to the swimming facility on Thursday, August 7. Families, children, and even pets showed up to view the movie. Around 50 people, decked with sweaters, blankets and lawn chairs attended the event, which kicked off at dusk. The event was free and open to the public, but the Pool’s concession stand remained open. During the showing, more than $100 was raised to benefit the landmark’s programming. KPD (continued from page 1) like the department to get back up to where it was with six full-time staff members and 11 part-time. “It’s kind of been a progressive downslope,” said English. “The biggest thing right now is the wages. I can’t compete.” The department has experimented with things like competitive part-time hires and promoting part-timers to full-time within its ranks, but little has offered any light in the search for a sustainable police department and the handicap has started to affect other areas. Residents have consistently been attending Village Board meetings to complain about speeding on Kellogg and Fountain Street, as well as Utica Street near the LutheranCare campus. At a recent meeting, English announced that traffic control is at a minimum due to his staffing constraints. Two of the KPD’s officers are assigned to supplemental programs outside of standard Town work. There have been talks about downsizing both programs, the most controversial of which is the school resource officer (SRO) position, which provides security and crime prevention from within the Clinton Central School campus. Previously, the Town and the School split the cost of the SRO, but the Town has dropped its funding for the role to balance its budget with other unforeseen costs that have come up. The School and the Town are working together on the matter, but so far cannot agree on a way to make up for the difference in cost. Town Supervisor Bob Meelan has previously noted that he gave the School District plenty of warning prior to pulling funds. The Town is currently in negotiations with the Police Benevolent Association, which could slow the addition of any new officers to the force. According to English, funds are available to cover the cost of additional staff, but the Board would have to move before any progress can be made.

The screening was not without its fair share of projection and audio difficulties. The show started about a half hour late, but people were patient with the brief delay, enjoying the calm night air and clear skies. Any technical issues have already been addressed and the Pool is excited and ready for its next screening later this month. On Thursday, August 21, the Pool will show “Night at the Museum,” starring Ben Stiller and Robin Williams. The selection was made prior to Williams’ sudden death on Monday. Williams, who plays Teddy Roosevelt, had recently wrapped filming for the third “Museum” film in the series at the time of his death. According to Pool board members, “The Sandlot” came in a close second choice to “Museum.”

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SAFETY (continued from page 3) skaters must use them. If there is no lane or it is unusable due to parked cars or other hazards, bicyclists and skaters may use the right shoulder on the area near the right edge or curb of the roadway. Q. Does the law require helmet use? A. Bicyclists, in-line skaters and nonmotorized scooter operators under 14 years of age are required to wear safety certified helmets. Children 1 to 4 years old must wear certified bicycle helmets and ride in specially designed child safety seats. Children under 1-year-old are prohibited from being transported on a bicycle. Everyone regardless of age should wear an approved safety helmet. Helmets significantly reduce the risk of sustaining head injury. In the event of a crash, a helmet should be replaced immediately, even if there is no apparent damage. Q. What equipment is required on bicycles? A. A bicycle must be equipped with: 1. A brake that is capable of making the bike tires skid on dry pavement. 2. A bell or horn or device that can be heard at least 100 feet away. Sirens and whistles are not permitted. 3. Bicycles driven between 1/2 hour after sunset and 1/2 hour before sunrise

must be equipped with a white front headlight visible in darkness for at least 500 feet, and a taillight visible for at least 300 feet. 4. Any bicycle driven at night, must have reflective tires, or wide angle spoke mounted reflectors. Reflectors must be colorless or amber for front, and colorless or red for the rear. Q. Any equipment requirement for in-line skating? A. The Village of Clinton local law for in-line skates prohibits persons from operating skateboards, roller skates, or in-line skates at nighttime unless he or she is wearing reflective clothing, which shall be visible from a distance of not less than 50 feet and a maximum of 300 feet from the front, side and rear when directly in front if the lawful beams of headlights on a motor vehicle. Bicycle riding and other wheel sport is not without responsibilities and safety. Please be cautious at all times and wear all safety equipment to be visible to drivers and protect yourself. Information in this article is from my years of experience, The NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law, and information available on the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee website.

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Day Tripper: Peace in Root Glen

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s I walked toward Root Glen, red squirrels chattered in trees high above and a turkey vulture soared over woods beyond the ravine. Sensing my presence, a chipmunk whistled and dove for cover within a rock wall near my designated bench. A hummingbird zipped past, startling me with a squeak and wings whirring like an oversized bumblebee. Just a few moments into my visit, I was already rewarded by the delights of nature in full bloom. Root Glen is one of Hamilton College's best-kept secrets. Located only a few hundred feet from the crest of College Hill Road in Clinton, the Glen is a nature lover's haven. Its meandering shale paths are perfect for strolling, hiking, or running. An information booth marks the entrance to the Glen. Visitors may register here and find a map for their walk. Four different landscapes over seven acres create a natural potpourri for the senses. To the left of the entrance booth, a

hemlock enclosure surrounds a sloping V-shaped lawn bordered by exquisitely manicured flowerbeds. Slate benches at the top provide resting spots for travelers, and at the bottom of the lawn a shale path diverges to the main Glen or the Grant Garden. The Grant Garden can be accessed from top or bottom. This tranquil area is a newer addition to Root Glen, offering a shaded circle of trees, sloping lawns, and a collection of the world's finest peonies. An historical photo display of the Garden is located in a corner beneath the largest Norway spruce in America. Walking to the right of the entrance booth to the main part of the Glen, several paths wind their way down the ravine. As visitors descend amidst trees and plants the sound of the gently babbling brook grows louder. The air is clearest here, where the path is nearest the shale walls and seven wooden bridges cross the brook. For the more adventurous, continue across the brook and up the far side

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of the ravine. The route is pretty steep over another bridge, but the meticulous caretakers have wisely placed benches where you need them most. This side of the ravine is woodsy, with fewer trails and a gorgeous view of the Glen below. Beyond the Glen, adventurers will discover several miles of trails not as formally maintained, which interconnect through pine woods and maple stands. Trail conditions vary by season since they are made of dirt, not shale. Joggers, hikers, and cross-country skiers enjoy the solitude and beauty of this sparsely traveled outback. The woods are full of squirrels, chipmunks, birds, and occasionally deer or pileated woodpeckers. So drive to Clinton, go up College Hill and turn left into the parking lot just before the top. Root Glen is home to 65 varieties of trees and over 75 types of birds have been sighted there. If you like nature at all you will love it here, for Root Glen is truly a place of peace.

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Q & A: Watercolor Artist Wendy Humphreys By Brian Oehlsen

endy Humphreys, a native of New Hartford with close ties to the community of Clinton, is a gifted artist who hopes to share a bit of wonder and fantasy with her viewers. Her watercolor paintings and children's books illustrations capture the whimsy and magic of youth. Humphreys' "Whimsical Wanderings" will be on display at the Kirkland Town Library from Aug. 1 until Aug. 30. Editor’s note: Humphreys wanted to note, in her experience, the Kirkland Town Library is one of the best places for an artist to work with. A portion of the profits of book sales done during her show will go to the Friends of the Library. Courier: Can you tell me a little about your paintings? Humphreys: I paint in watercolors and for quite a long time I concentrated on landscapes. Then two years ago, I began doing children's books. The art show that I’m going to do now is primarily the original illustrations from my books with a few other pieces because not everyone wants whimsey. Courier: The name of your show at the Kirkland Town Library is “Whimsical Wanderings.” Humphreys: Right, that reflects my characters because most all of them have gnomes in them. Courier: Why gnomes? Humphreys: Well, actually they are nissen, but nobody knows what a nissen is. They’re like elves or gnomes, or dwarves, but those names are more familiar to most people. They develop from my Scandinavian heritage. I got a Christmas gift and that’s what started it all. I did the Christmas book first, then I thought, "Well, my characters wear hats, maybe I should do one about Ireland because leprechauns wear hats." Which is kind of a silly reason to do it, but I did it anyway. Then the third one I did was a time travel and viking age one reflecting my heritage. So I don’t know whether you would call it serious art or not, but I’ve had a wonderful time with my little friends and enjoyment is what it’s all about. Courier: Why did you begin painting? Humphreys: I’ve always had an interest in art. I took one class in high school because that’s all my parents would allow at the time. Then after my kids were grown, I started taking some lessons to see if it’s something that I have a talent for or that I enjoy. For me it’s extremely relaxing. It’s helped me with perception of shades and colors and all that good stuff. So that’s why I began. Courier: Do you use mediums other than watercolors? Humphreys: Yes, I use acrylics, but I prefer watercolors. Probably from the influence of my first teacher, because he was a watercolorist and that was the class I signed up for, that’s what I went with. They are highly portable, they dry quickly, but they are not very forgiving. If I wanted something very forgiving I would work in acrylics or oil, but I like the look of watercolor, the softness of it and what you can achieve when you paint snow shadows and when you paint water. Courier: Why children’s books? Humphreys: Because they seem to lend themselves to the illustrations and the writing. If I was going to do something serious, I have a very good friend who does historical stuff, and another friend who does as well. And they include photographs which are very good, but since painting is my love, then that’s why. Courier: You said that the Kirkland Town Library is the easiest to work with, are you a local artist? Humphreys: They are the best people around. I live in New Hartford, and I attend church in Clinton and have for about 50 years. I have close

ties with the Clinton community. Courier: Do you paint from photos or en plein air or from your imagination? Humphreys: Sometimes from photographs, sometimes from my imagination. I take a workshop every year in Maine, so a lot of that stuff is water and rocks, but a lot of the whimsical stuff is more imaginative. Or I’ll take something from several sources and put it together. I did a lot of research for the viking book because I didn’t know a lot of the legends, and, too, with the Irish book. So I did a lot of reading and looking at material, and it came together. Courier: Where and when do you like to paint?

Humphreys: I guess, it doesn’t really matter the time of day, but I prefer mornings because I’m a morning person. The shadows are nice and strong, and the light is good, but anytime is time to get lost in the paints. I’m a very structured person and usually I’m right on schedule, but when I paint, I can really get lost. Courier: Do you read a lot of children's books still? Humphreys: I do. For a while I was a reader at one of the Utica schools through the Rotary program, and it was fun picking out which book I wanted to read to the children. I enjoy reading aloud to children. I have a great respect for a lot of beautiful artwork I have seen in children's

books, and I think children respond to color and whimsy. Sometimes I don’t think they have enough time for imagination, probably because now everything is so intense for them in school. It’s just the time we are in that imagination is probably not fostered the way it might have been once. Courier: Is there anything else you would like to say about your art or your books? Humphreys: Only that painting has made me able to see the world in a greater depth, and even if I can’t paint everything perfectly, the vision I’ve had because I do paint has enhanced my life.

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Cracking the Lunchtime Fine Dining Code Written and Photographed by John Howard

n the restaurant business, a big challenge is getting people to know where you are. With Chef Brian Mattison’s Across the Row Bistro, it’s literally in the name. Still, tucked away in its historic home setting, directions can be a problem. “That’s the one question that cracks me up. ‘Where are you, anyway?’” said Mattison, laughing. “Well, we’re across the Row. We can’t make it any easier.” Lately, people have been flocking to the restaurant to sample from Mattison’s new lunch menu. The restaurant added daytime hours in March, to fill a void left when Nola’s— which has since reopened for lunch— went exclusively to dinner. “Lunch is just fun. It’s a great town for business and for leisure,” said Mattison, who was born and raised in New Hartford and previously held a managerial role at the Sadaquada Club in Whitesboro. Guests who do find their way to Across the Row’s front doors range from College administrators to families stopping through the Village on a visit. Mattison opened the restaurant a year and a half ago. He credits a lot of the new attention around the daytime meal to two things: being open on Monday when other eateries are closed and spill over from the Farmers’ Market. “Thursday is absolutely, hands down, our best day [for lunch],” the chef said. A porch wraps around the building, drawing in hungry market-goers looking for something a little more than what the vendor booths have to offer. On a sunny day, it’s hard to find a seat in the outdoor dining space, surrounded by a flower garden. Mattison maintains the garden and an

Brian Mattison owns Across the Row Bistro, which started serving lunch in the spring. So far, the community has been very receptive to the new addition. herb greenhouse behind the property himself. He calls the work his “therapy to unwind.” More than anything, Across the Row aims to create a complete experience for diners, which means seeing the bigger picture. “In a village like this, I think it’s nice for people to have a place where they can go out to lunch and shop,” he said. “You know, they’re not destination stores—more of an impulse thing.”

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salad-stuffed tomato. “The idea is that you can get it quick, or you can be as casual as you want,” Mattison said. Lunch has also helped retain customers. After finishing their meal, many diners ask to see a dinner menu and are quickly surprised by the robust list—lamb, gnocchi, duck, pork osso bucco. Someone on a business lunch, BISTRO, page 9

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option. Their most popular item is their shiitake mushroom. If you are interested in growing your own mushrooms, Fruit of the Fungi has prepared inoculated logs that will produce mushrooms in your own home. Shiitake mycelium is left to grow in the logs for one year prior to your purchase and will immediately produce mushrooms. Fruit of the Fungi has provided gourmet mushrooms to the Village market for five years. They also stock reusable Clinton Farmers’ Market shopping totes at their tent, so be sure to get yours during your next visit. More information on Fruit of the Fungi is available on their Facebook page or at http://fruitofthefungi.com. The Clinton Farmers’ Market is open every Thursday through October 9, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., on the Village Green. BISTRO (continued from page 8)

K.C. Mangine talks with a customer at the Fruit of the Fungi booth. By Caroline Henderson, Clinton Chamber of Commerce

.C. and Kristi Mangine of Fruit of the Fungi grow gourmet

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for instance, will want to return with their spouse for an evening meal. Prior to launching a lunch service, Mattison had been considering the move for a long time, but hesitated with the commitment. In order to accommodate the new

meal, a walk-in refrigerator and other kitchen supplies needed to be added. More staff had to be added and still continues to expand. Currently, Mattison employs four full-time waiters and a part-time helper in the back of the house. There is room to expand more, but only to a degree. Part of the charm at Across the Row is its coziness. Inside, a bar is tucked under an open staircase. Modern touches in the dining room add to the building’s unavoidable colonial charm. When he’s not too busy with his juggling act in the kitchen, Mattison will often come out to chat with customers. After a meal at Across the Row, you might want to move in. But actually, Mattison already lives upstairs, which is both convenient and challenging. He is married to the work, but couldn’t have crafted a more perfect scenario for his career. “It’s a labor of love. I just really enjoy it,” said Mattison. “The location, the community… it’s like living in the middle of a postcard for me.”

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SCRABBLE (continued from page 1) Clinton Scrabble club, which meets Monday nights at Tony’s. He even met his girlfriend, Randi Goldberg, at a Scrabble competition in Poughkeepsie. Lipe recently moved to Clinton from Rome. He works for Rome Lab in the financial division, which he summarizes as “a lot of data, queries and financial reports.” At 33, Lipe has been playing competitive Scrabble since 2005. A longtime casual player, he was reintroduced to the board game when he saw an ad for a tournament that local players Heather and Don Drumm were holding. But unlike what this fairytale setup would suggest, Lipe was far from a natural. “I showed up to the tournament and did awful,” says Lipe. “I lost nine out of the 10 games and finished in next to last place.” But Lipe is a determined soul. Following that disappointment, he set out to prove himself again, only this time he would be prepared. He found another tournament scheduled just three weeks later and set to work on a goal of scoring higher. “I spent the next three weeks learning all of the two- and threeletter words,” says Lipe. “I ended up finishing third in the bottom division.” Lipe started playing more often and honing his skills. Now he competes in the highest division, using an international dictionary, which includes all the North American words and words used overseas. This week, Lipe is in Buffalo at the national Scrabble championship. While he competes in as many as

25 tournaments in a year, this event is most important. In the world of Scrabble, this is the Super Bowl. Players will play eight, 40-minute games a day for five consecutive days for a chance at the title, which can pay out up to $10,000. The mood during play, which is timed using chess clocks, is intense. Lipe isn’t consumed by any other board game. He just enjoys Scrabble, and he has a hard time pinpointing why. Ironically, he sees Scrabble as a numbers game. He does the math in his head, keeping track of every letter that’s been played. He later runs those plays back through his program to spot any missed opportunities—the way a sports team replays game footage. When he puts down a particular sequence, he knows the percentage chance that his opponent will capitalize on it against him and already what his next move will probably be. The longer a game goes, the easier it is for opponents to guess what tiles are on on the slate across the table. He likens the focused process to a chess game, but unlike chess there’s a great amount of unpredictability to it. You have to take calculated risks and leave that portion up to chance. That’s where your poker face comes into play. “Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t,” says Lipe. “You’re making your plays and trying to make as many points as you can,” he says. “You also need to remember that your opponent goes next, so you need to think about what move they’re going to make.” You get to Lipe’s division simply

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harder than they were last year in a worst case scenario. George Hula, superintendent of buildings and grounds for the School, has been adamant that the work will not only reduce flooding on the campus but also within the surrounding area and on properties downstream. Due to education law, the District is not subject to certain compliance and zoning rules that affect other areas in the Town, nor is it required to share

FLOODING (continued from page 1) potential. Doran said nothing has been done to prevent a similar problem from happening in the future. An additional stormwater drain was supposedly promised to Williams Street and Fountain Street residents to help alleviate some of the current drainage effects, but it has only gotten as far as a spray painted marker on the pavement. There is only so much that community members can do on their own to protect themselves, other than, as Doran jokingly suggested, bordering their homes with sandbags. Joyce Almond, of New York State Route 5, pleaded to the Town Board on Monday for help with her home, to which she has to wade during heavy rain. She said she is “terrified” to go home and is worried for her young children’s safety. Almond had presented a FEMA mitigation buyout program for the property, but Meelan was reluctant to move forward without adequate literature, not wanting to get into a situation where the Town’s hands were tied with other properties later on. “I was really devastated,” said Almond. “I was thinking, ‘You know, we’ve gotten this far. They might be interested in buying this property. It floods terribly every time.” The Clinton Central School District, which suffered $2.4 million in damages last year, seems to be the entity most aggressive in its efforts to mitigate flooding. They have been working on St. Mary’s Brook as part of their current capital project, but even that is raising concerns. According to the Town, the District has been secretive with their specific engineering plans. The Town is concerned that by moving the brook and adding a swale that stretches across High School athletic field and homes on Elm Street could be hit even

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Gurdo’s Grass and Snow Lawn Maintenance, Snow Plowing

9 Furnace Street Clinton, NY 13323

315-368-8757

Paving

Celebrating 69 Years

Over a century of creating MEMORIES TO MONUMENTS Burdick-Enea Memorials DeRegis-Walser Monuments

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Monuments

56 Utica St. P.O. Box 383 Clinton, NY 13323 • 853-5444

Anthony Gurdo

Anthony@gurdosgrassandsnow.com

189 Utica Street, Clinton Todd Jury

Cemetery Lettering Complete Monument Service

Plumbing

Heating

WILLIAM OWENS & SONS, INC.

Roofing Mosher Rooﬁng Inc. Owners: Ken and Gail Mosher

Plumbing and Heating

97 College Street, Clinton, New York 13323 QUALITY BLACKTOP & CONCRETE QUALITY BLACKTOP, CONCRETE & BRICK PAVERS www.valerianopaving.com info@valerianopaving.com www.valerianopaving.com MATT VALERIANO, PRES. (315) 724-7870

P.O. BOX 4370 UTICA, NY 13504

Stone Countertops Nature’s beauty in the heart of your home.

Granite and Quartz Stone Countertops

Plumbing - Water Systems - Pumps - Heaters - Softeners Heating - Hot Water - Warm Air - Steam

Bill Jr. 853-2085 Brian 853-2995 Billy 853-2070

Tree Care L.D. Terry Hawkridge Rustic Pines A Tree Care Company

ISA Certified Arborist

Specializing in: • Emerald Ash Borers Treatment • Arborjet Technology • Insect and disease treatment • Tree planting • Landscaping consulting • Lecturing 2795 Ford Road Clinton, New York 13323 315-525-2097 Ld.terryhawkridge@gmail.com • www.rusticpinestrees.com

315.853.5565

Over 100 years experience in Clinton and surrounding areas Quality workmanship guaranteed • Shingle Roofing • Modified Roofing • Metal Roofing • EPA Certified

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4 Meadow St.

Yarn & Fiber

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2014

THE CLINTON COURIER 12

ADOPTION

FOR SALE

VACATION RENTALS

ADOPT: A loving, established couple with close family dream of a home filled with the sounds of a child. Please contact 855-8846080; jennandjonadopt@gmail.com †www. jennandjonadopt.info ††Expenses paid.

Twin Bed (with like-new mattress) $50. Very good condition. 520-4423

OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/ partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Real Estate. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

AUCTIONS Buy or sell at AARauctions.com. Contents of homes, businesses, vehicles and real estate. Bid NOW! AARauctions.com Lights, Camera, Auction. No longer the best kept secret. OTSEGO COUNTY REAL PROPERTY TAX FORECLOSURE AUCTION. 60+/Properties August 20 @ 11AM. Held at: Holiday Inn- Oneonta. 800-243-0061 AAR, Inc. & HAR, Inc. Free brochure: www. NYSAuctions.com

AUTO Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 315-400-0797 Today!

CLEANING Light Cleaning jobs wanted — Will also run errands. Clinton, Clark Mills, Westmoreland area. References. 520-4423

EDUCATION Employers need work-at-home Medical Transcriptionists! Get the online training you need to fill these positions with training through SUNY Ulster. Train at home to work at home! Visit CareerStep. com/NewYork to start training for your work-at-home career today.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED Healthcare-Helping Hands for Senior Living: errands, pay bills, grocery shopping, etc. 315-335-2610

FINANCIAL

BRIDSTONE RACING/TOURING BICYCLE "RADAC 2100" EXC. New $1,700 - sell $700 or best offer. Shimano Integration System. 363-3173

HELP WANTED FA C I L I T I E S A N D K I T C H E N MANAGERS Catskill Mtns. Fishing/ hunting club seeks long- term couple to manage facilities/ meal services. Benefits include: housing / vehicle / insurance. Compensation commensurate with experience. Resumes to: CatskillNYEmployment@gmail.com

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF DAXLINE WHITEBOY, LLC Articles of Organization of Daxline Whiteboy, LLC (LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/7/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 922 Elizabeth St, Utica, NY 13501. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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LAND FOR SALE FARMLAND SELL- OFF! 8/23! 1 DAY ONLY! 5acres- $19,900 15acres- $29,900 19acres- $39,900 Trout streams, ponds, springs, valley views, apple orchards, pine forest, stonewalls! 3 hours NY City! Owner terms! Cash discounts! Call: (888)905-8847 newyorklandandlakes.com

MISC.

REAL ESTATE

Well aged white NY cheddar seeking sharp and creamy lover. Meet me at the Fly Creek Cider Mill daily 9-6 or visit me on-line at www.flycreekcidermill.com

S e b a s t i a n , F l o r i d a B e au t i f u l 5 5 + manufactured home community. 4.4 miles to the beach, Close to riverfront district. Pre-owned homes starting at $35,000. New models available. 772-581-0080, www. beach-cove.com

CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: JIDO, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July, 11 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. 2526 Genesee St, Utica, New York 13502; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 2526 Genesee St, Utica, New York 13502; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

ELITE ENVY SALON & SPA LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 5/22/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 458 Columbia St., Utica, NY 13502. General Purpose. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

DONATE YOUR CAR Wheels For Wishes benefiting

ALL MAJOR APPLIANCES REPAIRED Refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers. For service, call Redmond’s Frigidaire Service at 732-0768 or 853-8619 135 Utica Road, Clinton. PLUMBING SERVICE “If you’ve got a leak, I’ll take a peek!” Bob Galinski. Small jobs my specialty. Tanks, valves, leaks, toilets, faucets. Phone 853-5261

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30 Hamilton Pl. Clinton $194,900 Stunning Village ranch. Enjoy a fireplaced LR & step-down solarium FR, Mennonite custom cherry kitchen w/Corian counters. New bathrooms w/radiant heat, jazz glass, Italian tile, all cherry moldings, hardwood floors. Full basement w/laundry & work area. Additional room ideal for rec area. Oversized garage w/walkup attic.

SERVICES

Sextonrealestate.com The Area’s Oldest Real Estate Company 853-3535

WANTED

HOME IMPROVEMENT

FOOD

Upper South Utica - 3 BR Ranch, Newly remodeled, near Jones School. Living Room, Dining Room, Central Air, Garage. Must See! Call weekdays 724-8175.

Volunteers Needed- August 23. Clinton’s Art & Music Festival. Contact Pondra at 853-7251 for details. Students will receive Community Service hours.

CASH for Coins! Buying ALL Gold & Silver. Also Stamps & Paper Money, Entire Collections, Estates. Travel to your home. Call Marc in NY 1-800-959-3419

Financing Available for New or Used Equipment. Heavy Equipment or Trucks All Credit Types Eligible. Asset Based. Free Consultation 315-726-3332 or Visit www.venturecommercialcapital.com

Clinton - 2 BR apt, 1 bath, garage parking, washer/dryer hook-ups, three season back porch, finished basement. Includes water, sewer and garbage pick up. No smoking. No pets. 853-3423

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

AIRLINE CAREERS begin here Get FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Financial aid for qualified students – Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM 866296-7093

SAWMILLS from only $4397.00- MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmillCut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD: www. NorwoodSawmills.com. 1-800-578-1363 Ext.300N

FOR RENT

SENIORS WANT TO RENT - furnished apartment or house, summer of 2015. Call 315-853-5889

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF S&L CONTRACTING CNY, LLC Articles of Organization of S&L Contracting CNY, LLC (LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/10/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 1 Hopper St, Utica, NY 13501. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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3399 Martin Rd., Clinton Serenity, sophistication & simplicity combine this spacious contemporary on 22 acres! The perfect choice for entertaining w/ great flow & light! New cooks kitchen, most masterful of master suites, 4 bedrooms & 3 full baths. Barn w/ 2 stalls, inground pool, pond & gardens.

Barbara Owens

230 Stafford Circle, Clinton

price $182,000

Just move right in to this well maintained 5 bdrm in the Clinton School Dist just minutes from work, health care, shopping/restaurants in nearby New Hartford. Well maintained, bright interior with gleaming hdwds. Front porch & spacious deck, nice yard. Fireplace, basement office, new boiler Dec 13.

725-3836

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2014

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: Datrina, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 11, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. 2526 Genesee St, Utica, New York 13502; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 2526 Genesee St, Utica, New York 13502; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: 2526 Genesee St, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 11, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. 2526 Genesee St, Utica, New York 13502; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 2526 Genesee St, Utica, New York 13502; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

GOT CAR CASH LLC Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on: July 22nd, 2014. Office location: County of Oneida, New York. SSNY designated as Agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and post office address SSNY shall mail copy of process to: the LLC, 19 Blackburn Court New Hartford, NY 13413. Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLC Law. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

Old City Holdings, LLC notice of formation of Limited Liability Company Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on: June 5, 2014. Office location: County of Oneida, New York. SSNY designated as Agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and post office address SSNY shall mail copy of process to: Old City Holdings, LLC, 421 Broad Street, Suite 16, Utica, NY 13501. Purpose: Real Estate Acquisition and Property Management. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

POINT TRAIL, LLC, Art. of Org. filed with SSNY July 8, 2014, Location: Herkimer Co., Street address of principal business location: 10530 Cosby Manor Rd, Utica, NY. SSNY designated agent upon whom process may be served & shall mail copy of process: 120 Point Trail, Old Forge, NY 13420. Registered Agent: Lawrence Kozlowski. Persons actively engaged in the business and affairs: Lawrence Kozlowski. The latest date upon which the limited liability company is to dissolve is June 24, 2114. Purpose: purchase, sale, leasing and management of real property and any other lawful activity. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION of Brawlic Labs, LLC. Art. Of Org. Filed w/Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/17/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to: 3852 Snowden Hill Rd, New Hartford, NY 13413 Purpose: Any lawful activity. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

Black Dog Creative, LLC Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company ("LLC") Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York ("SSNY") on June 18, 2014. Office location: Oneida County, New York. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served at 439 Van Dyke Road, Utica, New York 13502. Character or purpose: Any lawful acts or activities. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Public Notices Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: Otter Way I, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 23, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. 185 Genesee Street, 12th Floor, Utica, New York 13501; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 185 Genesee Street, 12th Floor, Utica, New York 13501; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: Otter Way II, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 23, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. 185 Genesee Street, 12th Floor, Utica, New York 13501; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 185 Genesee Street, 12th Floor, Utica, New York 13501; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: 262 Queen Anne Road, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 23, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. 185 Genesee Street, 12th Floor, Utica, New York 13501; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 185 Genesee Street, 12th Floor, Utica, New York 13501; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

J ALLEN ENTERPRISES, LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 7/10/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 2520 Oneida St., Utica, NY 13501. General Purposes. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

PJM BUILDERS, LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 5/7/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Paul J. Miekam, 11230 Steuben Rd. E., Utica, NY 13502. General Purpose. cc: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Notice is hereby given that THE CHIECO LAW GROUP PLLC, a Professional Limited Liability Company, filed Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State of New York on June 16, 2014. The principal office is in the County of Oneida, State of New York and the Secretary of State was designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of process is: 309 E. Campbell Ave., Sherrill, New York 13461. The purpose of the company is to engage in the practice of law. cc: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

H & K Firewood, LLC, a domestic Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on June 12, 2014. NY office Location: ONEIDA County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served upon him/her to: C/O H & K Firewood, LLC, 5854 Tilden Road, Verona, NY 13478. General Purposes. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

SCHMITT & LASCURETTES, L.L.C. Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 6/16/14. Office Oneida Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 1508 Genesee St., Ste. 3, Utica, NY 13502, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: To practice Law. cc: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

JAC REAL ESTATE, LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 5/1/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 5700 Horatio St., Utica, NY 13502. General Purpose. cc: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

51 Wurz Ave., LLC. Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company ("LLC"). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York ("SSNY") on June 27, 2014. Office location: 51 Wurz Ave., Utica, New York 13502. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to 51 Wurz Ave., LLC, 51 Wurz Ave., Utica, New York 13502 The LLC is to be managed by one or more members. Purpose: Any lawful act under New York LLC Law. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

Notice of Formation of VAL AVIATION LLC Art. of Org. filed w/ SECY of STATE of NY (SSNY) on May 15, 2014. Office Location: Oneida County, SSNY designated as Agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to: LLC 41 Kellogg St. Clinton NY 13323. Purpose: Flight Charter, Instruction, Power & Gas line patrol. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

CAN’T DO IT RIGHT, DO IT NEAT LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 6/16/14. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Beth Roberts, 12 Steuben Park, Utica, NY 13501. General Purpose. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: 215 Leland Ave., LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 3, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. at 185 Genesee Street, Suite 1600, Utica, New York 13501; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 185 Genseee Street, Suite 1600, Utica, New York 13501; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION Name of LLC: WAG N WHEEL WASH LLC. Art. of Org filed with Secy. of State NY (SSNY) on 6/2/2014 Office location Oneida Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC whom process can be served. SSNY Shall mail a copy of process to: WAG N WHEEL WASH LLC, 7 Greenwood Ct. Utica, NY 13501. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: Oxford Grouse, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on June 27, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. at 41 Notre Dame Lane, Utica, New York 13502; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 41 Notre Dame Lane, Utica, New York 13502; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

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Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMIITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: Blum Rose Washington, LLC (f/k/a Alistar Resources JAG, LLC). Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on June 26, 2014 and Cert. of Amend. changing its name filed with the NY Sec. of State on June 27, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. at 41 Notre Dame Lane, Utica, New York 13502; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 41 Notre Dame Lane, Utica, New York 13502; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

168 PETALS LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 5/15/2014. Office in Oneida Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 4 Beverly Place, Utica, NY 13502, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. CC: 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CO. (LLC) Name of LLC: Lincoln JMK, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State on July 23, 2014. Office and address in Oneida Co. at 1156 Lincoln Avenue, Utica, New York 13502; Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served, and address Sec. of State shall mail copy of process is: 1156 Lincoln Avenue, Utica, New York 13502; Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLCL. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

Legal Notice

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC) Name: ELLIS FIVE VENTURES, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on May 19, 2014. Office Location: Oneida County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: P.O. Box 402, 156 Mappa Avenue, Barneveld, New York 13304. Purpose: to engage in any and all business for which LLCs may be formed under the New York LLC Law. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

Legal Notice

RG RENTALS LLC Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on: May 1, 2014. Office location: County of Oneida, New York. SSNY designated as Agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and post office address SSNY shall mail copy of process to: the LLC, 1346 Leeds Street, Utica, NY 13501. Purpose: Any lawful purpose permitted under LLC Law. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

Legal Notice

Name of LLC: 600 Culver Ave. LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State: 7/24/14. Office location: Oneida County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 165 Ripley Rd., Frankfort, NY 13340. Purpose: any lawful act. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

Legal Notice

Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of NY on July 28, 2014 for Harts Hill Garage, LLC, located in Oneida County. Anthony Rocco, Jr has been designated as agent upon whom process may be served. The address to which any process against the LLC shall be served is 8735 Aitken Ave, Whitesboro, NY 13492. The purpose of the business is to engage in any lawful business activity. The duration of this LLC is perpetual. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF FORMATION of New York Street Team, LLC. Art. of Org. Filed w/Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on May 1,2014. Office location: Oneida County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to: 200 North Levitt Ste. 312, Rome, N.Y 13440. Purpose: Any lawful activity. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF SUBSTANCE OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF VEND-UTI PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO., LLC NAME OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (the ""Company""): VendUti Property Management Co., LLC DATE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION: July 30, 2014 COUNTY OF COMPANY'S OFFICE: Oneida County AGENT: The Secretary of State of the State of New York has been designated as agent of the Company upon whom process against it may be served and 900 Oswego Street, Utica, New York 13502 is the address to which the Secretary of State of the State of New York shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her. Joseph Elacqua, Alfred Damiano, Alissa Viti and Richard P. Viti are the members of the LLC. The inclusion of the name of a person in this notice does not necessarily indicate that such person is personally liable of the debts, obligations or liabilities of the limited liability company, and such person’s liability, if any, under applicable law is neither increased nor decreased by reason of this notice. PURPOSE: The Company is formed for any lawful business purpose. cc: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17

LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF KIRKLAND NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 103 of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York that separate sealed bids will be received by the Town of Kirkland at the office of the Clerk, Lumbard Hall, 100 North Park Row, Clinton, New York in accordance with our specifications, for four individual pickup trucks. Prepare and submit bids in accordance with Instructions to Bidders, specifications, and Bid Forms provided by the Town of Kirkland, which forms are available in the Town Clerk’s Office. The Bid Form contains a waiver of immunity pursuant to Sections 103-a and 103b of General Municipal Law. No other Bid Forms will be accepted. All bids must be signed by an authorized representative. Sealed Bids for the aforementioned shall be received no later than 3:00 p.m. August 27, 2014 at the Town Clerk’s Office, and shall be publicly opened at 7:00 p.m. at the August 27th Town Board Meeting. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked: “Pickup Trucks”. Bid security, in the form of an acceptable bid bond, certified check, or bank draft, in an amount equal to 5% of the total bid cost is required to be submitted with the bid. Upon acceptance of the bid, the successful bidder shall enter into a contract for the sale of the bid item immediately upon notification of the acceptance of the bid. All deposits, except that of the successful bidder, will be returned. The deposit of the successful bidder shall be returned within thirty (30) days of the execution of the contract. Upon acceptance of his bid, if the successful bidder fails to enter into a contract pursuant to the requirements of the Board, then the check or bond deposited as aforesaid and the moneys standing to the credit of the same shall be forfeited to the Town as liquidated damages or the payments of the bond enforced for the benefit of the Town. The Town Board reserves the right to waive any formalities and to reject any and all bids and may re-advertise for new bids in its discretion. By order of the Town Board Dated: August 11, 2014

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2014

Jay Carl Anderson, 89

Jay Carl Anderson, 89, passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2014. Born in Brooklyn on December 6, 1924, and “raised in New Guinea” as Jay liked to say in reference to his service in World War II, he was the son of Swedish immigrants who came through Ellis Island and settled in Brooklyn. He spoke proudly about his life as a member of the Greatest Generation and was selfmade in the successes he had in his life. Jay joined the U.S. Army at age 18 serving as a draftsman. His specialty was general engineering, providing advanced planning and preparation for impending amphibious battles such as setting up communications in the battle areas. His service during the Pacific Campaign placed him in the Southern Philippine Campaign, The Battle of Wakde, as part of the larger New Guinea Campaign, Bismarck Archipelago Campaign, and the Luzon Campaign. Jay earned the following awards while in service to his country: American Service Medal; Army Good Conduct Medal; Philippine Liberation Ribbon; Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with bronze service star device; and in lieu of an additional award, the bronze arrowhead device affixed to his Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal for his

Obituaries participation in the amphibious assault landings in the Pacific Theater. Upon Allied victory, he was awarded The World War II Victory Medal. After the war, Jay arrived in Utica with only his U.S. Army sea bag. His Utica College education was paid for by the GI Bill, and he was a member of the college’s first graduating class in 1949. After graduating, he attended the Pratt Institute of Art, in Brooklyn, New York for one year and studied advertising design. Upon completing his education, Jay was hired as an artist for the advertising firm Farquhar and Company Inc. in Utica. It wasn’t long before Jay purchased a controlling interest in the firm, and became the owner and president. He changed the name of the agency to Anderson, Davis & Seeds, and ran it successfully for over 40 years. Anderson Davis & Seeds was the agency of record most notably for Mohawk Airlines, Empire Airlines, the Savings Bank of Utica and the Rome Savings Bank. Jay was an innovator in marketing and conceived of what became known as the first ever two-tiered fare system for airline ticket sales. He worked with government regulators to allow his airline clients to sell tickets at different prices depending on time of travel. Jay was a lifelong member of the Mohawk Valley Ad Club and was named Ad Man of the Year in 1983. In the 1970's, he moved his business from Utica to Clinton into the Old Grange Hall building where he oversaw the renovations. With offices upstairs, and auditorium space downstairs, Jay transformed the old hall into the Clinton Cannonball Cinema. In addition to the advertising agency, and the Clinton Cannonball, he went on to open two more movie theaters in Little Falls, New York. Jay also believed in giving back to his community, and along with his wife ,Sally, was instrumental in the expansion of the Kirkland Town Library where he was a vital member of the Capital

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Campaign Committee in the early 1990s. He established the Viola Engman Fund, which is the largest named fund of the Library, in memory of his beloved Aunt Viola and is dedicated to children’s programming. Jay began jogging before jogging became popular, and he could be seen jogging for decades around the village streets in all weather. He realized his personal goal of crossing the finish line of the 9.3 mile Utica Boilermaker road race in 1988 when he was 64 years old. Many happy family memories with his children and extended family were made at the family “camp” in the Adirondacks on Third Lake in Old Forge. In his later years, Jay had many peaceful times there, and he and his partner of 36 years, Sally, were married on the dock overlooking the water on May 5, 2005. While Jay and Sally loved spending time together in their home and at camp, they also enjoyed traveling, particularly to Aruba. In addition to his wife Sally Rose (Maslanka) Anderson, Jay leaves his brother and his wife, Gordon and June Anderson of Whitesboro; his children’s mother, Marion C. Anderson of St. Petersburg, Florida; his three children and their spouses, Mark and Katie Anderson of Westborough, Massachusetts, David and Denise Anderson of Clinton, and Bill and the

Honorable Mayor Carolyn (Anderson) Kirk, of Gloucester, Massachusetts; his step-children, Eric Gralenski of Southampton, Massachusetts, and Serena Swidzinski and her partner Vince Crawford of Hicksville Long Island, New York; his six grandchildren, Alexandra Anderson of Boston, Alicia Anderson of Boston, James Anderson of Westborough, Massachusetts, Sean Anderson of Westborough, Massachusetts Samuel Kirk of Gloucester, Massachusetts, and Baylee Kirk of Gloucester, Massachusetts; along with many nieces and nephews. Jay was predeceased by his son Jay Carl Anderson Jr., his brother Barry Engman Anderson, his two beloved Aunts, Viola and Alice Engman, and his lifelong friends Bill Brodock, Duncan McCully and Arthur Cullen from Brooklyn. Calling hours were held Tuesday, August 12 at Owens-Pavlot & Rogers Funeral Service located at 35 College Street, Clinton, New York 13323. Burial will be at Sunset Hill Cemetery in Clinton. The family welcomes donations in his memory to the Kirkland Town Library, 55 1/2 College Street, Clinton, New York 13323 or Hospice and Palliative Care, 4277 Middle Settlement Road, New Hartford, New York 13413. Online condolences may be given at http://owenspavlotrogers.com

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Important Dates: Boys Varsity Soccer Tryouts

occer season is just around the corner and that means so are varsity tryouts. For the boys team, players will start taking the field next Wednesday. Here is a quick list of important upcoming dates. Monday, August 18: Tryouts sessions at 8–11:00 a.m., 2–4 p.m., 6–8 p.m. During a parent session from 8-8:30 a.m., varsity coach Gil Palladino will explain tryout expectations, the team formation process, and will answer any questions. Tuesday, August 19: Tryouts sessions at 8–11:00 a.m., 2–4 p.m., 6–8 p.m. Wednesday, August 20: The varsity team will be formed and announced from 8–11:30 a.m. The group that is identified as varsity team will return later Wednesday afternoon and practice from 4–6 p.m. Those identified for JV consideration will continue their pre-season with Coach Brian McIntosh on Thursday morning, August 21, at a time and place to be announced. Athletes are asked to bring the following items to each session: a properly inflated, size 5 ball, all options of soccer footwear (for all surfaces), running footwear, a mouthguard if you are choosing to wear one (they do help cut down on concussions), water and healthy snacks. All CCS physical and health requirements apply. Sessions begin at the CCS kickwall on Norton Avenue. For more information, contact Coach Palladino at palladino5@roadrunner.com.

Zane Monaghan drives a shot on the eight hole at the Rome Country Club course. Monaghan shot a 90, finishing sixth. By Staff

t was a competitive field at the Mohawk Valley Junior Golf Tour at the Rome Golf Club on Thursday morning. Two players represented Clinton in separate divisions. In order to compete in the invite-only event, players needed to finish in the top ten of their summer league. Tim Scoones, 16, played in the boys 16–18 division and Zane Monaghan played in the boys 13–15 division. Scoones, 16, said he was frustrated with how he was playing, even before finishing the round. He ended the day with an 86 on the par-70 course, but still managed to best three other players that he was competing against. The boys 16–18 division ended in a four-way tie at 79. The match was decided on with an extra tiebreaker hole. The four golfers replayed the first hole of the day as the remaining

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Fitness: You Are Your Thoughts By Josh Lewis

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competitors looked on out of respect. Maxwell Britton, of Sheburne, came out on top with the win, while Nicholas Arrigo, of Port Leyden, received the 2014 Player of the Year honor. In Monaghan’s division, opponents were equally challenging, if not more so. Even within the younger age range, the group produced the best score of the day with a 76 from New Hartford’s Ryan Zogby. Earlier in the week, Zogby had tied for third at the New York State boys 14-under championships at Ridgemont Country Club in Greece, New York. Monaghan, 14, shot a 90 and finished six out of nine players for the day. He had some impressive shots—like a 25-yard chip onto the seventh green that caught a good bounce and nearly rolled in. Still, Monaghan shrugged at his luck for the day. Matt Dreimiller, of New Hartford, and Nicholas Sullivan, of Utica, rounded out the top three for the 13– 15 division, with tie scores at 80. During the varsity season both players are coached by Bill Owen. They plan to return to the Warriors next spring.

ave you e v e r listened to how you talk to yourself throughout the day? Is your self-talk positive, negative, timid, confident, relentless, scared, or fearful? Your thoughts dictate your daily actions and the results of those actions. Are you saying, ”I’m overweight, I’m sore today so my workout is going to be poor, I can’t do that”? Or are you saying, “I won’t fail, I am great, I will persevere”? Have you ever entered a race or a competition or an activity and thought to yourself with a shrug of your shoulders, “Who knows how I’ll do, we will see?” This mindset automatically results in failure. What you think about and give thanks for in your life, you attract more of. This goes both ways, positive and negative. Years ago I worked with an individual and when asked how he was doing, he would shrug his shoulders, look down and murmur like Eeyore, “OK, I guess.” This person also happened to attract negative events into his life every week. His car broke down, his business slowed down, he gained weight, etc., etc. This individual physically wore what his thoughts were—his eyes, his posture, his hair, his waist and his energy all mimicked his thought process. Have you ever met a person who always happens to be moving forward in life, and everything always seems to “fall in place”? What’s the mindset of that person? Do they feel sorry for themselves? Blame others for their failures? Or are they just lucky? I guarantee you that it has nothing to FITNESS, page 16

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Clinton Hockey Thumps Cazenovia, 5–0

Clinton’s Spencer Carr keeps the puck in Canastota’s zone. The Warriors dominated possession throughout the matchup. Written and Photographed by John Howard

linton varsity hockey is staying sharp through the warm months. The boys came up 5–0 over Cazenovia on Sunday during a high school summer league game at the Morrisville IcePlex, in what proved to be 50 minutes of keepaway from the Lakers. Junior Steven Calidonna’s speed and scruff was a highlight. Calidonna had two goals in the game—a hard wrister from the edge of the slot through congestion and another shot off a pretty 2-on-0. Summer games are divided into halves, rather than

periods. Both Calidonna’s goals came in the second half. Providing the other three goals were Tyler Frank, Peter Burke, and Ian Schaff, who put the first point on the board late in the first half of play. Burke’s goal came just after Schaff ’s with an assist from Ben Owens, a senior. Owens deked several defenders in a drive from the blue line and managed to find Burke across the crease for a one-timer. Clinton’s puck work was impressive throughout the bench. The Lakers, who only managed a handful of

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fast breaks throughout the games, struggled to maintain control of play, even in their own zone. Cazenovia’s best chance for avoiding the shutout came in the second half, when the golden skaters were down three goals. The Lakers forced a 3-on2, but Warriors’ defender Edward Allen managed to swat the attempt away into the corner without a shot on net. The group is young (only four seniors) and quick. Though they missed a couple chances to turn possession over in their attack zone, preferring to play the body over the puck, Clinton was evenly matched in size against the Lakers and hitting rarely got out of hand. Head coach John Hughes said that the program’s goaltending is particularly special this year. The Warriors’ roster boasts two strong players in the position, senior Joseph Bonanza and Brian Saunders, who will enter the eighth grade this fall. Saunders split the game with Bonanza, playing the second half. While Saunders was only challenged twice, he seemed confident in front of the net. “We are deep with good goaltending, a nice mixture to have,” said Hughes, who is assisted on the bench by Todd Jury and John Calidonna. The competitive summer session is the first of its kind for the Warriors. Four teams—Clinton, Cazenovia, New Hartford and Rome—play a total of six games each. The Warriors’ record so far has been undefeated, tying only New Hartford. The league hopes to add Utica and Whitesboro school teams next season. With their performance so far, both the Warriors’ players and the coaching staff are anxious for the upcoming winter season to begin. “They’re going to be contenders this year, that’s our goal,” said Calidonna. “I’ve been with these kids since they were four years old. They’re just a good group.” While Hughes was reluctant to offer any specific expectations this early into the effort, he agreed the squad had all the makings for a dominant presence this winter. “We are a team that is maturing nicely,” said Hughes. “There is still a lot of work to do but we plan on being very competitive in our Section 3 Division 2 hockey league.” Clinton’s summer session wraps with a rematch against New Hartford this Sunday, August 17, at 6:15 p.m. at the IcePlex.

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FITNESS (continued from page 15) do with luck. What many people do not see on the back end of “success” is the pain that it takes to become successful. These individuals spend hours motivating themselves and rehearsing positive affirmations. They have a solid understanding that life will never be “easy” and they accept it. Every moment of every day, be aware of your thoughts and watch how they create or hinder opportunities for you. Upon waking, going to bed and throughout the day, I rehearse positive affirmations that are meaningful to me, such as "I am open and free," and "sacrifice is needed to achieve." I surround myself with the right mindset, which allows me to stay focused on my mission. The lesson is, you become your thoughts. It’s your choice. Josh Lewis is an active fitness and outdoor enthusiast. He and his wife Alicia are the owners of Garage Gym, LLC. He is also the cofounder of Fit Kids Fit Future, a health and physical education schoolbased curriculum. More information at http://garagegymjourney.com.

Catch of the Week

illy White, of Furnace Street, spent a recent summer afternoon fishing at Buttermilk Falls in the Adirondacks with great success. Among the catch was a 21inch largemouth bass, pictured here. According to witnesses, the fish “tipped the scales at 3.5 pounds.” The photo was taken by Jackson Phillips, of Marvin Street.

PLAY BALL! There's still time to sign up for fall CCS sports. Varsity and JV sports practices start Mon., Aug. 18. Modified begins Mon., Aug. 25. Athletes must attend preseason meetings and have physical and paperwork filled out prior to start of practice. Contact Doug Fiore at the athletic office with questions: 557-2231