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Jamie Greubel, with brakewoman Lauren Gibbs behind, steers through curve 10 on her way to a third place finish in World Cup competition at Mt. Van Hoevenberg on Dec. 13. The US women’s bobsledding team finished the day with a sweep of the podium to kick off the 2014-15 season.

Governor sprinkles gifts on North Country

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County Clerk readies online access of archives

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OUTDOORS

Joe Hackett enjoys his first ski of the winter

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ Packed with parchments, leather-bound volumes and cabinets containing a trove of various antiquities, the Essex County Clerk’s Office is a portal into the past, a testament to the sacred days of the role of the clerk as the keeper of the public record.

At present, residents seeking info are required to venture into the stacks to retrieve their desired information, like a quest.

That still holds true today.

But starting on Jan. 5, the office will pull back the veil and start offering online access to a number of documents that have been recorded over time.

Clerk Joe Provoncha briefed lawmakers on Monday, Dec. 15 before they adjourned for holiday recess. Ò We are prepared to go online,Ó he told CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

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The Office of the Essex County clerk will make their records available online starting on Jan. 5, including the daunting rows of shelves Principal Records Management Clerk Chelsea M. Merrihew can be seen pondering above.

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ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ As part of New York StateÕ s Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement, or SAFE Act, holders of pistol permits will soon be required to recertify their permits with the state police or face having them revoked.

The state police will roll out a pilot of the program next month in the counties of Albany, Schenectady and Fulton with the ultimate goal of having all pistol permit holders recertified by Jan. 30, 2018 and then again every five years thereafter.

Following the pilot, recertification letters will be mailed out from the state police to the remaining permit holders. Following recertification the pistol permit holder will be required to carry a plastic recertification card with his or her permit. Refusal to recertify will result in revocation of the permit.

The objective of the recertification process is to identify anomalies on permits Ñ such as outdated addresses and incorrect serial numbers. It will also be used to cross check against state and federal data bases to determine if an individual is currently prohibited from possessing firearms, said Director of Public Information for the New York State Police Darcy Wells.

The recertification process will also be used to determine wether a pistol permit owner is deemed not mentally stable and therefore should not be in the possession of a handgun.

A provision of the SAFE Act encourages health care professionals like doctors, nurses and psychiatrists to report those who may be of harm to themselves or others. Health providers are not required by the law to get an individualÕ s CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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Plattsburgh hospital looking for works from local artists Works to be brokered by the Strand

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shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ The newly re-branded UVM Health Network-CVPH is calling all artists, looking for local work to adorn their newly refurbished halls and walls.

The Strand Center for the Performing Arts is brokering the ongoing sale of artwork to UVMHN-CVPH, and they are looking for artists in numerous mediums to submit their work for con-

sideration.

Christina Elliot, Gallery Coordinator at the Strand Center explains the process: Ò TheyÕ re putting their artwork collection together as they remodel so its more of a curated, professional look,Ó she said. Ò WeÕ re curating a set of works so it has a really strong visual front, and itÕ s not a hodge-podge.Ó The two main floors currently being curated are R5, which will consist of Abstract works, and R6, the hospitalÕ s orthopedic wing, which will feature works with an ooutdoor recreational theme. Ò ItÕ s a little bit of everything, and every size; photographs, pring media, mixed media and Strand Center for the Performing Arts Gallery Coordinator Christina Elliot, with some fo the artwork currently collages, paintings, even sculp- being considered for purchase by UVMHN-CVPH. tural reliefs,Ó Elliot said.

Photo by Shawn Ryan She says that the FoundaÒ Right now weÕ re collecting submissions, and also going out to tion at CVPH, which is taking local and regional galleries and shows looking for work. the lead on the artwork purchasing, is excited about the new diÒ ItÕ s great to be able to buy art from local artists.Ó rection the hospital is taking. This will be the second round of Information on how to submit work can be found on the Strand curated art purchases at the hospital, with more anticipated for CenterÕ s website: www.plattsburgharts.org, or by contacting Elthe future. liot at gallery@plattsburgharts.org, or by phone at 563-1604. Ò I think itÕ s just a great program thatÕ s continuing,Ó she said.

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North Country nails down $63.4m in state funding

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ALBANY Ñ Ô Twas the fortnight before Christmas, when all through the state, all regions were stirring, awaiting their fate.

Their proposals were sent to Albany with care in hopes that St. Cuomo soon would be there.

Last week, Gov. Andrew Cuomo opened his toy bag and showered 10 region economic development councils across the state with $709.2 million in economic and community development funding.

The shower of gold coins came from the fourth round of the Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) initiative, a measure Cuomo spearheaded in 2011 as a way to evaluate and advise the state on which development projects should receive state funding. $63.4 MILLION Following three consecutive years of coming out on top, the North Country dropped to sixth place, locking down $63.4 million in funds.

In a prepared statement, North Country Regional Economic Development Council Co-Chair Garry Douglas said he realized it was unlikely that the region would take the top prize four years in a row.

But, he noted, the funding will put a number of key priority projects on track for 2015.

Douglas said he felt confident that Cuomo and his team will continue to work with the council on other important regional projects, particularly infrastructure and broadband.

In CuomoÕ s speech prior to the awards, which came after an extended volley of praise from elected officials, the state’s chief executive said New York historically never had a strategy on how to facilitate economic development, instead relying on Ò scattershotÓ programs that Ò wasted a lot of money, and quite frankly, accomplished very little.Ó Upstate had effectively been abandoned by past administrations, left to languish for decades, he said. Ò WeÕ re investing more in upstate New York than any state government in history.Ó On top of the $274 million disseminated to the North Country over the past three years, this yearÕ s haul brings the region to more than a third of a billion dollars of state investment in the development strategies and priorities that North Country officials have identified and targeted, noted Douglas.

THE PROJECTS Sixty-nine projects across the seven counties in the North Country region are slated to be bankrolled by the initiative.

Major local projects include: Adirondack Community-based Trials and Lodging System. $220,000 has been allocated for Hamilton County to develop a GIS database of existing trails and lodging and recreation-related infrastructure, create recommendations for new trails and construct Ò small community-based recreation infrastructure projects.Ó Adirondack North Country Association. $60,000 was awarded for the second phase of the Adirondack Regional Art Trail designed to Ò foster greater collaboration amongst artists, arts organizations and arts entrepreneurs to achieve broader recognition of the North Country region as a cultural destination.Ó Adirondack Shakespeare Company. $37,100 to strengthen marketing and communications by hiring a full-time marketing director and assistant.

Agri-Mark Manufacturing Facility Modernization Project. $2 million was allocated to the cheese manufacturer for the demolition and construction of a new facility as well as replacing all of the major existing equipment necessary to make cheese. The new facility will handle approximately 1.5 million pounds of milk per day, about 20 percent more than the current capacity.

AuSable Forks Firehouse. $40,000 was given to the town of Jay to upgrade the AuSable Forks firehouse.

BOCES. $100,000 has been awarded to outposts in Clinton, Essex, Warren and Washington counties to train 30 long-term unemployed workers in lean manufacturing and other skills.

Bloomingdale Sewer District Improvements. $600,000 has been awarded to St. Armand to make improvements to the Bloomingdale Sewer District.

Champlain Valley Waterfront Improvements. $290,923 has been allocated to Essex County to advance priorities from the Essex and Clinton Counties Waterfront Plan. Projects are slated to include redevelopment of local waterfront revitalization programs in Crown Point and Schroon; completion of a hamlet expansion plan and construction of bike lanes in Wilmington (Clinton County, for their part, received $495,000).

Empire State Games Go Global. $275,000 has been allotted for a planned expansion to take the 19-sport competition global. Initial plans envision an increased number of international competitors and spectators, which will create a bigger economic impact throughout the North Country.

Fort Ticonderoga. $70,554 has been granted for a water transportation recreation system. The fort aims to build a dock and acquire a 40-foot pontoon boat to provide public tours. According to the project description, this will Ò create an enhanced multiday guest experience, increased revenue from tours, more access for guests and increased staffing.”

Historic Saranac Lake. $38,880 has been awarded for a part-time public programs coordinator who will offer village-wide tours and additional programs Lakes to Locks. $153,000 has been granted for a geotourism mar-

keting initiative. Funds will be used to unify and market two regions to national and international audiences and develop sustainable tourism. Initial plans for the project envision the development of several key creative units, including interpretive exhibits and digital and mobile components.

Mountain Lake PBS. $76,000 for their planned Tibetan Multimedia Performance and Arts Festival 2015 designed to enable Plattsburgh to be recognized by the international community, a measure organizers hope will bolster tourism and foster economic growth. (They’ve also been awarded $138,015 to produce a series of bilingual marketing videos, Ò Adirondack Journeys,Ó with the North County Chamber of Commerce.)

North Country Regional Revitalization Fund. $5 million will be earmarked to establish a fund that would assist transformational redevelopment, rehabilitation, revitalization, blight clean up and develop infrastructure projects in the North Country.

Raquette River Blueway Corridor Waterfront Revitalization Initiative. $501,665 will be provided to the village of Potsdam and the Raquette River communities to advance the Raquette River Blueway Corridor Trail Plan and Tupper Lake Downtown and Waterfront Revitalization strategy.

Upper Jay Art Center. $49,500 has been awarded to hire a fulltime artistic director to Ò conceive, develop and implement the artistic vision and focus.Ó Westport Town Hall. $500,000 has been allocated to renovate the National Register of Historic Places-listed town hall and community building, which needs major renovation to address structural, accessibility and safety issues. Funds will also be used to improvement energy efficiency and “restore key historic elements.”

The Wild Center. $372,000 to take on “groundbreaking” research and outreach project aimed to increase tourism in the North Country.

In addition, $35,000,000 has been allocated for “low-cost economic-development financing,” a pot of money for tax-exempt bonds reserved for maybe-eligible projects that have not been specifically highlighted.

Past funding has been awarded to the Hotel Saranac in Saranac Lake, Plattsburgh International Airport and Bombardier Transportation, also of Plattsburgh, to build railcars for New YorkÕ s MTA. However, earlier this fall, Bombardier announced 60 layoffs as a result of completing a contract with the Maryland Transit Authority. Ò Clearly, the state continues to feel very good about our progress and direction,Ó said Douglas, highlighting the regionÕ s renewed relationship with Albany and the strong collaboration among the seven counties that make up the North Country region.

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Thirteen nabbed in Essex County drug raids

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN — The 13 county residents who found themselves in Hon. Judge Richard B. MeyerÕ s courtroom being arraigned on felony drug charges on Friday, Dec. 12 are unlikely to have a holly jolly holiday season.

Beginning at daybreak, suspects were nabbed in raids conducted by several regional law enforcement agencies across the region as part of a coordinated effort to identify, investigate and apprehend suspected narcotics dealers operating within the county.

The dates of the alleged crimes for many of the accused stretch back into last year and only now are the defendants being brought up on multiple charges.

Officials declined to comment on the exact nature of the investigations, which are ongoing.

Additional arrests are anticipated and names will not be released prior to their apprehension.

Two each of the suspects are from Ticonderoga, Mineville, Schroon Lake, Keeseville and Saranac Lake, while one each reside in Port Henry, Willsboro and Lake Placid.

SEALED INDICTMENTS FridayÕ s arraignment process saw most suspects brought before Meyer, who would open a sealed indictment before the court, read the charges, hand over the indictment for their review and ask if they understood.

The sealed indictment meant they were unaware of the charges until brought before the court.

Few opted to have Meyer explain the charges containing the details of the date and location of the alleged crimes.

Assistant District Attorney Jamie Martineau represented the state.

Most cases were dismissed until Jan. 12, when suspects were required to return to the courtroom for settlement conferences.

Pre-trial motions were slated for Jan. 27.

THE SUSPECTS Christopher A. Smith puts in up to 70 hours per week at Schluter Systems in Plattsburgh.

This morning, he was picked up for two separate counts of criminal sale and criminal possession of a controlled substance third degree, or four charges in total.

The double-blast indicates possession on sale on two separate occasions, a charge facing most of the dayÕ s suspects.

The substances were hydromorphone and cocaine.

Public Defender Brandon Boutelle went up to bat for him, citing an eight-year marriage with two children.

“If anyone qualifies for supervised release, it would be Mr. Smith,Ó said Boutelle.

Meyer kicked him loose, releasing him on his own recognizance.

In the courtroom, a woman sobbed.

Keeseville resident Scott A. Pelkey, 50, was charged with two counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance third degree and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance third degree.

Hydrocodone.

Pelkey was remanded to Essex County Jail, where he had already been serving a one-year sentence, in lieu of $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond.

Martineau noted Pelkey’s “very significant” criminal history dating back to the 1980s, including conviction for burglaries. Ò A lifelong of living and committing crimes,Ó he said.

Like several others, Pelkey is unemployed and on disability.

Meyer asked him if he understood the charges: Ò I think so,Ó he said.

Adam Cahill, of Willsboro, was collared for two counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance fourth degree Ñ subutex Ñ and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance fifth degree.

The NYCO staffer appeared disoriented, botching his address.

Meyer advised Cahill, 43, to obtain counsel and he was released on his own recognizance until Tuesday.

Eric J. Shaw, 44, was arraigned for same alleged crime as Cahill.

The unemployed Ticonderoga resident told Meyer he was on disability.

ShawÕ s attorney, Alexander Shmulsky, attempted to negotiate a lower bond for whom he painted as an honest family man.

The suspect was reportedly driving to Plattsburgh when he learned he was facing charges, turned around and turned himself in.

But after a criminal history was revealed, including a priordrug related conviction, Meyer remanded Shaw to Essex County Jail in lieu of $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond.

Christopher J. LaMotte, of Mineville, was brought in on two counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance fourth degree Ñ suboxone Ñ and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance fifth degree.

An onlooker gasped as the shaggy 19-year-old alledged high

school student was brought into the courtroom. Ò Jesus,Ó she said.

LaMotte, who was said to have no immediate family in the area, pled not guilty and was remanded to Essex County Jail in lieu of $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 bond.

Mineville resident Daytona M. Thompson, 34, was nabbed on two counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance fourth degree Ñ suboxone Ñ and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance fifth degree.

Thompson, who is unemployed and on benefits, was remanded to Essex County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond.

Her background also contained a misdemeanor charge of criminal contempt.

Suspects in Friday’s countywide drug sweeps shield their faces following their arraignment on felony drug Jessica L. Cossey, 28, is cur- charges at the Essex County Courthouse on Friday, Dec. 12. rently incarcerated in Essex Photo by Pete DeMola County Jail.

She was supposed to be rethat dissolve underneath the tongue. leased on Jan. 2.

Prescriptions have skyrocketed in the past decade, pushing But she was charged with two counts of criminal sale of a out the previously utilized methadone, which was first develcontrolled substance fourth degree Ñ like the others, allegedly oped in the 1960s. subutex and suboxone Ñ and two counts of criminal possession Ò This region has seen a surge in heroin use in recent years and of a controlled substance in the fifth degree. prescription medication remains a significant problem,” said LaCossey, who is five-months pregnant, was remanded to Essex Fountain.

County Jail in lieu of $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond.

Doug Terbeek, Director of the Ticonderoga-based Prevention Team, cited a local group that has been meeting for over a year ONGOING PLAGUE with the goal of disseminating info to community members and In June, the state passed a raft of legislation designed to comsupporting law enforcement officials. bat the growing opiate problem.

By law, buprenorphine is only supposed to be prescribed in New York State Police Captain Robert LaFountain told the Valcontext of treatment situation, he noted. ley News that his office has received additional resources to fight Since spring, he said his office has seen a decrease in false rethe epidemic. ports of prescription theft. Ò If you look at the charges,Ó he said, Ò you will see prescription Addicts would claim to physicians that their prescriptions had medication and illicit narcotics are still plaguing this area.Ó been stolen with the hopes they would be written a new one.

LaFountain said itÕ s a problem that transcends all aspects of But that practice has been curbed. society, whether health or criminal Ò Something says thatÕ s working,Ó he said.

State police will continue to work in conjunction with local departments and the District Attorney’s office to address the issue.

LaFountain declined to say when the last time a dragnet of LAKE PLACID Ñ The Bookstore Plus will host the Second low-level arrests picked up a big fish.

Saturday Storytime Saturday, Jan. 10, at 10 a.m. They will However, he did note that overdoses within Troop B are on the celebrate unicorns with stories and a craft. For more inforrise, doubling since 2012. mation visit thebookstoreplus.com or call 523-2950.

Numbers have just started to level off, he said.

Following the bundle of bills approved by Gov. Cuomo in June, 161 state troopers now carry naloxone, an overdose antidote, including seven sergeants, one investigator, and one disWILLSBORO Ñ There will be a High Peaks Hospice patcher.

Bowling Tournament, adults only, Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Ò It is our hope that our efforts that you witnessed here today Willsborough Bowling Center, at 3922 NYS Rte. 22. Proceeds may save someoneÕ s life,Ó he said. will benefit High Peaks Hospice and Palliative Care. PreregEarlier this week, Ticonderoga Supervisor Bill Grinnell comistration is required. The tourney will consist of two-person plained about what he called Ò drug taxis.Ó Social services recipiteams. The cost is $20 per person or $40 for a team. The regents were using county coin to hire cars to ferry them back and istration deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 20. People can register by forth to stock up on illicit substances, he claimed. signing up at the Willsboro, Mineville, or Ticonderoga bowlAsked about the issue, LaFountain said authorities, including ing alleys or by emailing or calling Ingrid at iroemischer@ the Essex County Sheriff’s Department and the DA’s office, are hphpc.org or 942-6513. looking into their relationship with the Department of Social SerThe three shifts that are available are noon, 3 p.m., and 6 vices. p.m. This nine pin tournament includes a $100 cash prize for Ò Additional charges may be pursued if violations of the law the first place team and $50 for the second place team; buy are established,Ó he said. a strike; shoes and ball; 50/50 raffles; silent auction; and a Shortly afterward, state police said in a statement that an inrefreshment table. vestigation into possible welfare fraud will be conducted by the People can find sponsors for their teams. Sponsor forms District Attorney’s Office, the Essex County Department of Socan be found at highpeakshopice.org under the news and cial Services and the state police to determine if any of the defenevents menu, then click on the upcoming events page or stop dants engaged in additional criminal activity related to public at the Willsboro, Mineville, or Ticonderoga bowling alleys. assistance benefits.

Participating agencies in todayÕ s raid included state police, the Essex County SheriffÕ s Department and the Lake Placid, Moriah LONG LAKE Ñ The Town of Long Lake Parks and Recreand Ticonderoga Police Departments. ation Department will be hosting a Snowmobile Safety Class Saturday, Jan. 3, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Long Lake Town THE DRUGS Hall, 1204 Main St. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required by calling 624-3077 ext. 13. There is a limit of 20 students Buprenorphine, which is sold under the brand names subuper class. The class is open for ages 10 and older. A successful tex and suboxone, is an FDA-approved and regulated semi-syncompletion of the course results in the award of a NYS Snowmothetic opioid designed to treat opiate addiction by transitioning bile Safety Certificate. addicts onto a regulated replacement before weaning them off completely.

While experts largely agree buprenorphine is an effective treatment against heroin addiction, it also carries a high potenLAKE PLACID Ñ The Bookstore Plus book club will meet tial for misuse. the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the store. The According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, about one January meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 6, and will discuss Ò A Sudmillion Americans are addicted to heroin alone and another 1.4 den LightÓ with the author, Garth Stein, via Skype. Spread million people dependent on or abusing all other opioids. the word and invite a friend. For more information, visit theThe drugs are typically sold in individual packaged film strips bookstoreplus.com or call 523-2950.

Bookstore plus to host storytime

High Peaks prep bowling tourney

Long Lake to offer snowmobiling class

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ESC: Broadway tickets now available

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ The Elizabethtown Social Center, in conjunction with North Wind Tours, presents a trip to see the Broadway production of the Tony award winning musical, Pippin, at Proctors Theater in Schenectady Sunday, May 31. The cost is $143 per person which includes transportation via deluxe motorcoach, tickets to show, dinner after show.

Seats are limited and reservations will be given on a first come, first served basis. For registration and information contact the Social Center at 873-6408 or info@elizabethtownsocialcenter.org.

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North Country leaders look forward to upcoming legislative session

By Pete DeMola

NYSAC will hammer out an agenda and bring it forward.

Douglas said he has a good rapport with the regionÕ s representatives in Albany, including Assemblyman Dan Stec, Assemblywoman Janet Duprey and Senator Betty Little.

ALBANY — As the North Country’s elected officials rest up Looking towards the Olympic region, Douglas said he looks before heading to Albany next month before the start of a new forward to locking down funds to improve Olympic infrastruclegislative session, they say theyÕ re primed to bring a North ture, some of which no longer meets international standards.

Country voice to Albany.

In November, Republicans gained control of the state senate Essex County Board of Supervisors Chairman Randy Douglas, outright, lending to an end of their slight coalition cobbled-towho is taking over the New York State Association of Towns and gether with support from several breakaway Democrats.

Counties (NYSAC), said heÕ s looking forward to taking the helm Ò IÕ m looking forward to real majority, not just a collaboration.Ó of the local government advocacy organization.

Little said one of her main focuses in on tax relief, including Douglas said he has singled out a number of issues imporreduction of the estate tax. tant for North Country taxpayers, including an increase in fundÒ We have to be more competitive and make it easier for people ing for water and sewer infrastructure needs, lifelines for the to stay in New York,Ó she said. Ò ThereÕ s so much more to do Ñ regionÕ s emergency services departments and relief from unwe have to compete with south, midwest and foreign countries.Ó funded mandates, including capping the amount counties are Little said consumers place more of an emphasis on Americanrequired to contribute to Medicaid costs. made products today because of the quality.

Also on the radar is increasing funds for indigent defense (in Ò We have some good manufacturers in state and all of the supEssex County, those costs are scheduled to rise five percent next pliers who supply these things. We need to help and keep them year) and modest social service reforms, including requiring here, grow them and provide more jobs. more stringent requirements for those physically capable to do The Queensbury-based rep also supports Gov. CuomoÕ s two community service. percent property tax cap. Ò It is a moral boost for the recipient making them realize they Ò The general public likes the cap,Ó she said. Ò I donÕ t see that are worthy and capable of doing things they may not of realized being changed.Ó they could have,Ó said Douglas. Ò They may even pick up a trade In addition, Little said broadband development is a top priorand it just may save taxpayers money.Ó ity, a measure that will help both year-round residents and seaAfter downstate municipalities chime in with their needs, sonal visitors. Ò WeÕ re done a lot and need to finish it,” she said.

The senator hired a new legislative director and has a few ideas of her own that she would like to bring forward, including legislation to better track automobile recalls.

While the spate of legislation passed last summer dented the creeping heroin epidemic, Little also said sheÕ s also continuing to look at measures to further address the issue.

How about the SAFE Act? With the newfound majority, Little said she sees incremental changes, including the repealing the proposed, but not yet implemented, background checks for ammunition.

People still could go to Vermont, she said.

Little cited a call from a Greenwich gun shop owner. Ò What are you keeping track of?Ó he asked On Friday, Dec. 12, Willsboro Central students in grades PK-3 were treated to a visit by Steven Kellogg, Ò I donÕ t think has any effect an award-winning author and illustrator who has written or illustrated more than 100 books, including whatsoever,Ó she said. his well-known series about Pinkerton the Great Dane and his tall tales about American characters like Other elements of the legisPecos Bill, Paul Bunyan and Johnny Appleseed. Following his talk on children’s literature, each of the lation should be changed, like students received a signed copy of “Paul Bunyan.” The book tied in with the Folk Tales and Fairy Tales the mental health elements. unit of the Common Core curriculum that the students have recently studied.

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to expand charter schools, the domineering issue when it comes to education here remains the Gap Elimination Adjustment. Ò We said two years ago we wanted GEA eliminated in three years,Ó said Little. Ò WeÕ ve got to get it done.Ó Earlier this month, Stec told Essex County lawmakers he was still fighting on restoring funding for the controversial measure introduced in 2010 to help close the state’s then-$10 billion budget gap.

Critics say the reduction of school funding is unfair and punishes rural districts.

Stec said he anticipated no major changes this coming term. Ò ThereÕ s no game changers,Ó he said. Ò But I will continue to nibble at the edges.Ó Allocation of funds from the voter-approved Smart Schools Bond Act, a $1 billion measure to upgrade classrooms across the state, will also be discussed at the next session, which starts in January.

Also on deck are significant ethics reforms.

In exchange for lawmaker raises, Cuomo has floated the idea of restrictions on the personal use of campaign funds, increased control over daily stipends and other anti-corruption measures.

New lawmakers will be sworn in on Jan. 6, while CuomoÕ s second inauguration is slated for Jan. 20.

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Consider the history before criticizing county over tax hike

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f you ever need a barometer to gauge public sentiment, visit any gas station in the North Country between dawn and mid-morning and talk to the coffee-slugging chattering class.

Each town has a chapter. You know who they are.

Last week, the morning after the Essex County Board of Supervisors hit taxpayers right between the eyes with a 7.5 percent tax hike, a gentleman offered an unprintable comment expressing his displeasure.

We canÕ t blame his frustration. But itÕ s a great example of having a selective memory.

Prior to last week’s vote, County Manager Dan Palmer, who also serves as the budget officer, told supervisors the only way to stay under the state-mandated tax cap was to cut services, a measure he admitted would be pilloried by taxpayers.

Lawmakers had already slashed nearly a half-million bucks and were coming dangerously close to hacking away at items that would have measurable, tangible effects on peoplesÕ lives.

Nearly two dozen requests for personnel adjustments were also stopped dead in their tracks, a measure that will undoubtedly affect governmental efficiency as beleaguered staffers — including the folks who process your taxes, register your vehicles, plow your roads and conduct other business that is indispensable to your daily life Ñ will be expected to do the jobs of two or even three people.

Throughout this, Palmer, to his credit, wisely advised lawmakers to shore up their rainy day funds, a measure that would require an unpleasant but required spike in taxes — 34 percent over five years — but would also improve the country’s long-term economic outlook.

But this option, too, is now being hammered by taxpayers despite the fact that their tax rate has been relatively flat for the past decade.

In fact, taxes have been held artificially low for the past 10 years.

What weÕ re seeing now is a rubber band effect.

The truth is, the amount homeowners pay in Essex County taxes compared to the services provided is really a heck of a bargain. Essex County taxpayers enjoy the lowest rate in a five county region. Clinton CountyÕ s taxes are exactly double that of Essex County.

Not to mention, without public sector jobs like those offered by the state, schools and county, the North Country would quickly turn into one huge ghost town. Local communities essentially coexist around themselves, with taxes rolling back into local jobs and the local economy.

Next year, the county tax rate is projected to rise to $3.01. It’s currently at $2.81, which means homeowners with $100,000 homes can expect a $20 tax increase.

ThatÕ s a little more than 5 cents a day.

And, 10 years ago, in 2004, that number was actually 28 percent higher at $3.91.

The numbers steadily dropped until 2011, when they hit $1.98, one of the lowest rates in the state.

Despite this, taxpayers continued to enjoy essentially the same amount of services, including the state-mandated items the county has no control over, while county budget officials struggled to make ends meet. Eventually, the only place left to draw from was the countyÕ s surplus and it dipped to dangerously low levels Ñ leaving supervisors with no recourse other than to borrow should an emergency arise.

It was then when the state stepped in and chided the county for adopting budgets for the general fund that were not structurally balanced.

So what youÕ re seeing now is a gradual reversal after years of cruising along on easy street in the face of skyrocketing costs like mandated Medicaid expenses and inflationary health care charges.

Seems like our elected officials just can’t win.

The process is messy and could use some improvements, sure, but Board Chairman Randall Douglas, Palmer, Finance Chairman Thomas Scozzafava and county Attorney Dan Manning should be commended for keeping county taxes flat for as long as they did and for now having the guts to right the ship. ÑD

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fortunate. We all witness those his time of year we who give from the heart reguall think about others larly even at times when they and putting a smile donÕ t have much. Just imagine on the faces of those we love. a world full of people helping Many feel even happier when each other. they can create that smile for a I wish our government and perfect stranger. all governments can put aside The Christmas, Hanukkah, their bickering and seek comKwanzaa and other seasonal promise for the people they holidays are all about hope, govern by finding the comfaith and love. ItÕ s time for Dan Alexander mon ground and recognizing giving and receiving, a time the important leadership roles for friends and family and itÕ s Thoughts from they play in advancing society. a time to remember the true Behind the Pressline I wish for those unemmeaning of the seasons weÕ ve ployed to find employment in come to value. For me itÕ s fields they find rewarding. Equally important, I about how a small child born in manger over wish for all those currently employed to value 2000 year ago changed our world forever. their careers and practice a strong work ethic With that thought in mind, this column provides an opportunity to express my annual in the tasks they perform, and that employers wish list for the really important things in life. value the efforts of those they employ.

I wish for Christmas 2014 to be another turnThe type of wishes that canÕ t be easily granted ing point in a world that seems to have lost its or fulfilled but yet in my heart they remain the way. Despite remarkable technology, advancereal wishes that IÕ m sure many of you share ments in the medical and scientific fields we with me. need the saving grace of the miracle child born I wish for greater respect for all humans. That those who carry weapons, seek to do harm or so many years ago.

Many may say the wishes above are nothing hatred towards others, need to think about the but fanciful dreams, but not one of those fancipain they will cause not only to others but to ful dreams could not become reality if each of their own family. We all need to respect people of different views, faiths, skin colors or nation- us were to embrace them and make them our own. ItÕ s amazing what a little hope, faith and alities. They call it world peace. IÕ m sure we all love can do in your life if you let them in and would love to witness it, if only even for a day. share them with all that you come in contact I wish for great opportunity for all children. with. And letÕ s face it, with all of our running To be raised in warm, safe homes by loving pararound, Christmas preparations and gifting ents, with food on the table, a strong roof overhead, an education system that prepares them this season at the end of the day wouldnÕ t you for fruitful lives full of promise and a lifetime of rather trade all the gifts under this yearÕ s tree for any of the wishes listed above?

Christmases everyday of their lives.

On behalf of the Denton Publications staff I wish for the end to the many dreaded disand family I would like to wish you and your eases, ailments and birth defects that affect the population. I see so many brave individuals family a very joyous and safe holiday, a prosperous new year and for my last wish, that you who face life with these burdens and do so with are granted all of your Christmas wishes. God such courage. bless us one and all.

I wish more people could experience faith in Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and a supreme being and openly practice their faith Habari Gani. by attending services each week and recognize that only through our trust in God will we overDan Alexander is the CEO and publisher of come much of what troubles our world today.

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Letters to the Editor

Shelters appreciate volunteers To the Editor: Whether by careless adults who don’t look into neutering/ spaying, financial issues or just plain neglect, wonderful furry companions sit [at shelters] and wait for them to change to show you love.

Area animal shelters always appreciate volunteers, you will always take away more than you give.

and John Fortune for cookies and cocoa, Katie Shepard, George Davis and Donna Sonnet for helping get the word out, Bob and Carole Harsh, Jane Terlouw, Rob Ivy, Pat Burnes, Tom Duca, Cena Shaw, Jennifer Moore and the students of WCS for caroling, Kristina & Mike Hartzell, Andy Beneng, Kate Moses and her family, Essex Initiatives for their support and finally, Santa and Mrs. Claus for taking time out of their busy schedule to be with the children.

We thank everyone for coming to Essex to help celebrate the Christmas season. We look forward to seeing you next year!

Ken Hughes and Susie Smith Co-Organizers, Christmas in Essex

Joyce Marcianti, Willsboro

Editorial unnecessarily inflammatory To the Editor: In regards to your recent editorial, Ò Essex Co. Digging Own Grave With Cemetery Takeover,Ó it is obvious that you did not know Vicki Dickerson when you concluded that this is a debate between two private citizens.

Vicki is trying to right a wrong and has many supporters. Vicki is not the first or only person to ask the Essex County Government to right a wrong that their governing body passed in 1985.

And if I am not mistaken, the reason that Essex CountyÕ s IDA was handling this deal in the first place is that this “widow” you speak of and her deceased husband were going to establish a business that would employ people.

Why else would IDA be selling this property to them? It certainly does not make sense that IDA would sell it as just a private home. Did she and her husband ever operate a business out of this facility other than their own real estate business that only employed themselves?

Nobody is taking her home away from her. The cemetery has no value to the owner.

LetÕ s get the ownership back to where it belongs. While good journalism is about facts, and editorials are about opinions, opinions and arguments can be presented with less inflammatory language.

This editorialÕ s use of remarks such as Ò brazen decision, kneejerk reactions to impassioned public speeches, reference to a widow, strip a landowner, and shameful, pry a graveyard, and elderly widowÓ was not your best reporting or editorial writing.

Barbara Paye, Willsboro

Christmas thanks To the Editor: A great big jolly thank you to everyone who attended The Magic of Christmas in Essex on Dec. 13. We had such a wonderful turnout and itÕ s because of so many people who pitched in to make it a worthwhile and festive event.

We would like to thank the following for their support: all of the participating vendors and downtown Essex businesses, Tom and Mary Ann Mangano for PR help, Emily Phillips and CEVE, Steven Kellogg and Pinkerton, Catherine DeWolff and the Town of Essex Highway Crew for clearing the roads at the last minute, Ted and Cathy Taylor for the donation of the Christmas tree, Jan

Electric dependent To the Editor: I donÕ t believe any of us realize how dependent we as a society have become on electricity. It is not until we donÕ t have it due to mechanical problems or weather like we recently experienced that we come to understand how important it has become to our everyday lives.

When we no longer have it for any duration, we may start to grumble about about rough we have it, probably not even thinking about all of the people who are out day and night in all kinds of conditions working to get the lights back on.

At this time, I would like to thank all of the NYSEG linemen and their supporting tree crews for their tireless work and sacrifice on our behalf.

Thanks for a job well done,

Column embarrassing

Forrest Spaulding, Westport

To the Editor: The Publisher’s Column in the Dec. 13, 2014 issue of the Journal confused and embarrassed me. It was so off the mark that I briefly considered it could be satirical.

The key to our all getting along, a most worthy goal, has at its core the need for us to try to empathize with each other, try to understand what anotherÕ s life is all about. You write that you are struggling to understand what is happening in Ferguson. Have you considered the source of the pent up rage that is finally (and sadly) finding release through some destructive actions? (It is worth mentioning that the vast majority of protests have been peaceful and law abiding.)

My wife is black. She is more intelligent, and better educated than I, and has lived her entire life honestly and in helping ways. Yet she is always followed in a department store by the plain clothes private security guard. Do you have trouble, Mr. Alexander, understanding her rage? How would you feel in her situation?

You resort to a ploy those of us who try to promote justice have seen hundreds of times. You cite something incidental to the issue as justification for it. An armed officer shot and killed an unarmed teenager! What does that have to do with whether or not he robbed a store (something for which he has not stood trialÉ not been found guilty, except by you)? You cite the Adrenalin soaring through both the police officer and the teenager. But the police are supposedly trained to deal with that, one way is by backing off until reinforcements have arrived. In New York City,

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ESSEX COUNTY DEPUTY MANAGER PRAISED The REDC program is open to developers, companies, local governments and nonprofits, all of whom can apply for a variety of state grants and tax breaks for specific projects through what the state calls “consolidated funding applications.”

During the most recent round, members of the councils traveled to Albany to make their pitches to assessment teams.

Essex County Deputy Manager Mike Mascarenas submitted applications for 11 projects and received funding for eight of them.

Projects are graded on a point system, he explained, with 80 percent of a project’s score coming from a hodgepodge of state funding opportunities consolidated into one mechanism and 20 percent coming from the council.

Mascarenas and his staff were unanimously praised by county lawmakers on Monday, Dec. 15 for their efforts. Ò WeÕ re just thrilled,Ó he said. Ò Without the support of the REDC, our communities would struggle to remain viable.Ó The top performer in this year’s round of funding was the Mid-Hudson region, which nabbed $82.8 million.

Once known as Ò member items,Ó the stateÕ s spin on pork barrel spending was squashed during former Gov. David PatersonÕ s tenure. In that system, which was ended due to the state’s financial crisis, funds were distributed through budget appropriations.

Some critics say these grants are just pork packaged under another name.

Empire State Development spokeswoman Jola Szubielski said the REDCs have transformed the stateÕ s approach to economic development by creating a community-based, bottom up and competitive process for state resources that has brought both unprecedented transparency and accountability to the process.

“Projectsarerecommendedbythosewhoknowtheircommunitiesbest,vettedforconflictsandscoredbasedupontheirmerits,”shesaidinanemail.

Additionally, the majority of funding awarded is performance based, meaning projects need to meet their commitments, such as the purchase of machinery and equipment or the creation of jobs, before funding is disbursed.Ó JOBS, JOBS, JOBS Cuomo, citing high taxes and a high of level of regulation, framed last weekÕ s funding as part of broader efforts to make the state more competitive for business.

He said New York is in a Ò footraceÓ with other states. Ò If you torture people enough, they will leave and go to one of those other habitable locations,Ó he said. Ò We found that out the hard way.Ó Cuomo, who was re-elected to a second term last month, said job creation is the Ò commonalityÓ to economic success and pointed at recent numbers to show the REDC program was working He noted the stateÕ s 7.6 million private sector jobs was the highest ever, with unemployment upstate dropping two points last year, a measure he said was the largest single-year drop in history.

During the awards ceremony, Cuomo sketched out his second-term plans, including opening trade missions abroad and increased investment in education and infrastructure.

He likened the development of broadband upstate to the Eisenhower Interstate System. Ò We still donÕ t have the broadband coverage we need in upstate New York and weÕ re not going to be fully competitive until we have it,Ó he said.

where Eric Gardner was choked to death by the police, reinforcements were already there, and it was in clear violation of NYPD policy. But no matter because, as you are quick to mention, he was selling cigarettes illegally!

I agree that there are people who will sometimes cite race inappropriately. But when you look at the arrest records, and the disparity by color in sentencing, here, too, you can understand the rage; but only if you are willing. Perhaps it would open your mind and heart to watch a short video of a (white) police officer asking a (black) man who is parked at a convenience store to produce his driverÕ s license (he was not suspected of having committed any crime). When he reaches in to get his wallet, the officer shoots him in the back. The Adrenaline did it, right? (http:// www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/25/sean-groubert-firedarrested_n_5879694.html). Or the (black) man who was walking down the street on a cold day with his hands in his pockets. He is stopped by a (white) police officer because “he looked suspicious.Ó There are many moreÉ hundreds more.

I hope that, as you Ò É struggle to understand the outrage in FergusonÉ Ò you look beyond your own life, look to history and to the civil rights movement, and try to understand what oppression does to a person. And please stop asking the victims to respect their oppressor.

Irv West, Thurman

Supports board’s cemetery effort To the Editor: This is to support the Essex County Board of SupervisorÕ s efforts to take back the cemetery that was used to inter residents of the former Essex County Home. IÕ m not a proponent of eminent domain but in this case, itÕ s appropriate.

People who are buried there were under the care of Essex County the same as those currently residing at Essex Home in Elizabethtown. Those Souls were our neighbors; Veterans, farmers, business people, widows and widowers. There’s no flag to commemorate Veterans buried there. We must allow access to the general public who may wish to visit and fly the flag to honor the Veterans.

When Essex County built the Horace Nye Home in Elizabethtown, the entire property was turned over to the Essex County Industrial Agency. The cemetery parcel should not have been sold. For some unknown reason it was included in the final sale.

Nothing was done to rectify the situation until approximately five years ago. Randy and Vicki Dickerson brought the issue to the attention of the county.

The property owner has allowed access for lawn mowing, but stopped work being done to clear and raise graves so names can be read. In a letter written to the Essex County Board the owner expressed that her attorney has expressed liability concerns with public working at the site.

The cemetery property is of no real estate value. It canÕ t be sold; nothing can be done to raise equity. By holding this property the owner accepts liability because New York State guarantees public access to cemeteries. Absent equitable resolution with the property owner, the County has the responsibility to take the property. This taking will assure proper reverence for those buried there, uphold NYS Law and eliminate liability for the owner.

Teresa Sayward, Willsboro

Winterfest set for Olympic Region LAKE PLACID Ñ The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) is pleased to announce it will be hosting Winterfest, part of National Winter Trails Day on Saturday, Jan. 10 at the Heart Lake Program Center in Lake Placid, New York.

ADKÕ s Winterfest is a free, family friendly event with the goal of helping participants discover the many forms of winter recreation. Visitors can check out and participate in winter activities, demo gear such as snowshoes and skis, enjoy live music, food and more. Winterfest will include telemark lessons, ski waxing clinics, Nordic ski workshops, guided snowshoe hikes, ice skating, a ski race, curling, a kidÕ s activity area, family scavenger hunt, and more. Local retailers and national gear vendors will have tents with equipment to demo and purchase. This event begins at 10am and continues through the evening.

Winter Trails Day is a nation-wide, family friendly event, allowing children and adults the opportunity to try snowshoeing and cross country skiing for free, with the goal of helping participants discover these winter sports and their many benefits. Approximately 11,000 participants in 100 locations will get out on the snow this year on January 10th, 2015 in the 20th annual Winter Trails Day event.

ADKÕ s Winterfest activities will be offered free of charge to the public thanks to the generosity of sponsors and partnering organizations.

The Adirondack Mountain Club, founded in 1922, is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to protecting the New York State Forest Preserve and other wild lands and waters through conservation and advocacy, environmental education and responsible recreation.

For more information about their programs, directions or questions about membership, contact ADK North Country office in Lake Placid at 518-523-3441 or visit adk.org.

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consent before making such a report, and it is then up to local courts to act on the information.

To date, health providers have reported nearly 40,000 such individuals in New York as being at-risk, with 278 of these identified as being pistol permit holders Ñ all of whom are at risk of having their pistol permits revoked during recertification.

Nevertheless, there are a number of legal means of challenging the actions and determinations of licensing authorities, Wells said, and noted that a revocation as a result of a health provider report may not necessarily be permanent.

A person can also reapply, she said.

Locally, in Essex County, 79 people have been reported so far, with three holding a pistol permit; 217 have been identified in Clinton County with one individual possessing a pistol permit; 68 have been identified in Franklin County with one holding a pistol permit; five were reported in Hamilton County with none possessing a pistol permit and 229 have been reported in Warren County with four having pistol permits.

The SAFE Act was passed at the urging of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo in response to the mass shootings of schoolchildren at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn and firefighters in New York. It took effect March 16, 2013.

Along with the recertification of pistol permits, the new law banned certain semi-automatic rifles, handguns and shotguns; demanded registration of certain so-called Ò assaultÓ weapons already owned and attempted to decrease the allowable size of ammunition magazines, though that section was later struck down as unconstitutional.

Essex County Pistol Permit Clerk Stephanie DeZalia said the goal of the recertification includes keeping records of pistol permit holders updated every five years.

While the state troopers have the lead on the process Ñ including obtaining the submission of an application in either paper or electronic form; reviewing the application and then approving it or forwarding it on to a judge for potential revocation — county clerk offices will be responsible for correcting problem areas on permits, DeZalia said.

That will most likely increase workloads for local clerks as foot traffic increases as a result, noted DeZalia.

Matthew Morrison, who said he holds a pistol permit in Clinton County, said he is disgruntled with the process and said it is another example of the state harassing law abiding gun owners. Ò They make you go through this entire process when you originally get the permit - background checks and the like, and if you commit a crime, the court is made aware and they come after your permit at that time,Ó he said. Ò So what exactly is this accomplishing?Ó Morrison said he is concerned that the licensing process will eventually apply to long guns as well, driving up the cost of hunting rifles and ammunition.

Unless there is a cost at the county level, the state does not plan to charge for recertification, Wells said.

The county, according to DeZalia, will charge $3 for each amendment to a permit.

While state troopers have yet to go live with a website dedicated to the recertification process, that will likely occur in the near future, Wells said.

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Ninth annual “First Night” set for Dec. 31 SARANAC LAKE Ñ First Night Saranac Lake is proud to host a family-oriented, alcohol-free celebration of the arts to welcome in the 2015 New Year.

This year’s lineup includes 18 acts with 37 performances.

First Night is offering a variety of new entertainment, including the Adirondack Shakespeare Company presenting a funny, energetic original play; Kay Olan, Mohawk storyteller and Martha Gallagher, harpist.

The Royal Noise, instrumental funk, includes Michael LaBombard, a native of Saranac Lake, on the saxophone and keys. And back by popular demand is stand-up comedian Moody McCarthy, singer-songwriter Roy Hurd and Stephen Gratto and Sons, physical comedians.

For a schedule of events and detailed bios of performers, visit firstnightsaranaclake.org.

Admission buttons can be purchased in advance for $12 at the following locations: Adirondack Daily Enterprise, Ampersound Music, Blue Line Sports, Coakley High Peaks Ace Hardware, Saranac Lake Chamber of Commerce, Lake Placid Price Chopper, and the Lake Placid Visitors Bureau.

On Dec. 31, the day of the event, buttons will be sold for $15 at First Night headquarters in the Harrietstown Town Hall, 39 Main Street and Ampersound Music 52 Main Street.

Children 12 and under are admitted free.

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the supervisors, whose desks were festooned with jars of homemade pickles and candy canes.

The following records will be made available: Deeds, orders, DBA certificates, mortgages, survey maps, liens, civil court actions, judgements, assignments and satisfactions, local laws, Adirondack Park Agency and Lake George Park Commission permits and general miscellany.

But vital registrarÕ s records, including birth, marriage and death records, will not. Ò These arenÕ t our records to begin with,Ó said Provoncha.

Patrons seeking access to those records should contact the state health department or the towns and villages in question.

Death certificates recorded in deed books, however, will be viewable online.

Information can be redacted by filling out a redaction form available in the clerk’s office or online.

Provoncha said the writing has been on the wall for some time about societyÕ s increasing demand for instant access.

“As time has gone on, the expediency is more of an issue,” he said. “Business is 24/7.”

Requests that once took a full business week will now take minutes, he noted.

Provoncha anticipates in $20,000 in windfall the first year.

Money will also be saved on printer toner.

Lawmakers praised Provoncha, Real Property Tax Director Charli Lewis and Treasurer Mike Diskin on Monday for their efforts this year.

Chesterfield Supervisor Gerry Morrow also moved a resolution to commend Provoncha for the Liberty Bell Award he was awarded earlier this year from the Essex County Bar Association.

COSTS The service will cost subscribers $30 per month. Printing fees are $.50 per document for subscribers and $5 for non-subscribers.

Provoncha noted maps cannot be printed to scale from home.

According to materials provided by the clerk’s office, the $90 per quarter fee ranks Essex County as the cheapest when compared to its counterparts across the state.

Allegany and Madison counties, for example, charge $600 for the same service; Clinton charges $500 for “semi-annual” access; Franklin, $300 per quarter, and Warren, $150 per quarter. Ò This seems to be very reasonable compared to other counties,Ó said Provoncha.

To use, visit searchiqs.com, select Essex County and click on Ò searchable public records.Ó Log in as a guest or enter your username and password. To subscribe, select Ò request record subscription (PDF),Ó print the form and mail it with a check or money order to the listed address.

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andrew@denpubs.com LAKE PLACID Ñ The US womenÕ s bobsled team kicked off the World Cup in Lake Placid emphatically, placing all three teams on the podium at the Mt. Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex on Saturday, Dec. 13.

With only the three US sleds remaining, Sochi winter Olympics bronze medalist Jamie Greubel and Lauren Gibbs supplanted Germany’s Anja Schneiderheinze for first place before the next two US sleds did the same.

Elana Meyers, who finished a spot ahead of Greubel for silver in Sochi, took first place with teammate Cherrelle Garrett, followed by Jazmine Fenlator and Natalie Deratt.

When Meyers crossed the finish line it was all smiles as the six American sledders celebrated the sweep of the first stop of the 2014-15 season.

Meyers’ combined time of 1:52.68 was best by just over a second while nearly three-tenths of a secondÑ a comfortable margin in the sportÑ separated Greubel from Schneiderheinze. Reigning Olympic gold medalist and two-time World Cup winner Kaillie Humphries of Canada finished fifth overall. Ô A GOOD FITÕ On Friday, a day before the womenÕ s race, Greubel spent two hours at the base of the Olympic Sports Complex signing autographs and posing for photographs with area students spending the day at the bobsleigh and skeleton World Cup. She took a moment in between pictures to talk about the upcoming season. Ò We kick start on our home track, which is awesome,Ó said Greubel, who has lived and trained in Lake Placid for six years. Ò The track here is one of the most challenging in the world. WeÕ re very fortunate to learn here.Ó Greubel, who had a strong track and field career at Cornell University, didn’t feel like she was finished competing afterward. A college friend on the menÕ s team thought Greubel would be a good fit and convinced her to give it a try.

Greubel described her first sledding experience as feeling like Ò being put in a tin can and kicked off a cliff,Ó but she soon got used to the sport. Ò Once my body knew what to expect I was able to enjoy it more,Ó she said. Ò I had a new passion to pursue. I came up here and started training to make the team.Ó Calling the fit “good,” as it turned out, was an understatement. The bronze medal isnÕ t GreubelÕ s only hardware; she also finished third in last season’s World Cup standings. Now, with the 2014 Olympics now behind her, Greubel is focused on upcoming season. Ò I hope to be consistently on the podium,Ó said Greubel, who finished in the top three in five of last season’s eight events. “I

Jamie Greubel, right, celebrates with US bobsled teammates after the three sleds completed the podium sweep to open World Cup competition Dec. 13 at Mt. Van Hoevenberg.

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hope to continue that trend and improve my consistency and my driving.Ó OLYMPIC SUPPORT The autograph and photo event was put on by Top Dog Direct, a marketing company behind Ò As Seen On TVÓ products that sponsors Greubel in her World Cup and Olympic pursuits.

With the OlympianÕ s attention on the scores-long line of children, Bill McAlister, president of Top Dog, explained that he coached baseball with GreubelÕ s father for 15 years and watched her grow up as well as following her track career. When Greubel was competing in the World Cup with the 2014 Olympics on the horizon, he wanted to support the local athlete. Ò We were ecstatic that she got a bronze medal,Ó said McAlister. Ò ItÕ s great that weÕ re in a position to help her.Ó Greubel said Olympic athletes like bobsledders donÕ t get salaries like professionals in major sports such as football or hockey despite the comparable time and work commitment. Without the help, she said, the dream would be impossible to go after.

Greubel is just one of many athletes facing the same challenge.

USA Bobsled and Skeleton hosts a Kickstarter-like crowdfunding website where Olympic hopefuls, many of whom live and train in Lake Placid, offer incentives ranging from autographed gear to advertising opportunities in exchange for financial help.

McAlister likened the sponsorship of Greubel to what the company does: finding people with an invention or an idea and helping them sell it. Ò What makes America great is invention and the spirit of adventure,” added Steve Silbiger, chief marketing officer of the company. Ò ThatÕ s what she does. She had a dream to be a competitive and we got to support that.Ó For athletes like Greubel, a sticker on a helmet can be the difference between the next 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, and leaving bobsledding behind. But in the end, itÕ s the sport that matters most. Ò I love it,Ó said Greubel. Ò IÕ ve gotten to travel to some amazing places, every track that we go to is just beautiful. ItÕ s just such a great environment and opportunity to experience.Ó

The Week In Review

Girls’ hockey Plattsburgh 5, Saranac Lake 1 PLATTSBURGH Ñ Clara Giroux scored three goals, all in the third period, as Plattsburgh pulled away late for the 5-1 win over Saranac Lake Dec. 11.

Meghan Sullivan put the Hornets on the board less than two minutes into the game, but the two teams played scoreless hockey for the remainder of the first and second periods.

Then, in the third, the Plattsburgh offense put the puck behind Saranac Lake goaltender Lindsay Reeve four more times. Giroux scored just 12 seconds in on Reilly Boole and Sydney Adolfo assists and Hannah Glicksman struck just over a minute later on a Brittany Miner assist.

Giroux completed the hat trick after with an assist from Kaitlyn Guynup on both goals and Issy LeBrun helping on one.

The Red Storm avoided the shutout when Ashley Roddy scored a late goal on an assist from Morgan Farmer and Shumway. Reeve made 27 saves in net.

Plattsburgh goalie stopped 14 shots as the Hornets more than doubled the Red Storm in shots on net.

Albany Academy 1, Lake Placid 1 (OT) LAKE PLACID Ñ A defensive match between Lake Placid and Albany Academy ended in a draw Dec. 13.

After a scoreless first period, Gillian McLean put the Blue Bombers ahead on assists by Tess Stanton and Mia Kennedy.

The lead held until just over six minutes into the third period when Albany Academy converted on its lone power play opportunity with Natalie Tulchinsky finding the back of the net.

The score would hold from there as their neither team scored in overtime.

The Blue Bombers went 0-3 in power play opportunities.

Tanner Stanton made 22 saves for Lake Placid while Albany AcademyÕ s Zoe Shannon stopped 15.

Canton 5, Saranac Lake 1 CANTON Ñ Canton responded to an early Saranac Lake goal with five unanswered to pick up the 5-1 win Dec. 12.

Kate Stevens put the Red Storm on the board just under five minutes in on an assist from Chloe Peer and Lea Hill, but the goal would be the last.

CantonÕ s Blake Orosz tied the game and added the go-ahead score with two unassisted first period goals.

After a scoreless second period, CantonÕ s Mary Kait Bloack scored, Orosz completed the hat trick, and Mimi Husinec added one more for the final margin.

Lindsay Reeve stopped 18 shots for the Red Storm while Canton’s Elizabeth Burke finished with 16 saves.

Lake Placid 6, Salmon River 0 LAKE PLACID — After a scoreless first period, the Blue Bombers came out swinging in the second as they rolled to a 6-0 win over the Shamrocks Dec. 15 in Lake Placid.

Six different players scored in the rout, sparked by Elizabeth BimonteÕ s second period goal on assists from Faith Fell and Tess Stanton.

Stanton scored the next on an Ireland Ward assist to go into the next break up two.

In the third period, Jayde Dukette tallied a goal and an assist while Gillian McLean, Samantha Barney and Carissa Kennedy each added scores.

Karli Casler, Mia Kennedy and Ashley Strack tallied assists. Lake Placid’s 35 shots more than doubled Salmon RiverÕ s 17.

Emily Barney made 17 saves for the shutout in net while Shamrocks goalie Jenny DeJung stopped 29.

Middlebury Union 3, Saranac Lake 1 SARANAC LAKE Ñ The Red StormÕ s third period goal got them within two points but the hole was too much to crawl out of as Middlebury Union went home with the 3-1 win Dec. 15.

Tulley Hesock scored two goals, one in the first period and another in the third, to help

build a lead while Abby Gleason added one more.

Saranac LakeÕ s Cameron Snyder scored on assists by Chloe Peer and Danielle Patraw to put the Red Storm on the board, but it would be the teamÕ s only point.

Despite the three goals allowed, Red Storm goalie Lindsay Reeve made 38 saves on 41 Middlebury Union shots while Katie Billings collected the win with 14 saves.

Boys’ hockey Lake Placid 8, Somers/North Salem 3 LINCOLNDALE Ñ The Blue Bombers raced out to a 6-0 lead in the first period as they cruised to the 8-3 win over Somers/North Salem on Dec. 13.

Chris Williams scored three goals for Lake Placid and Connor Preston added two more to go along with a pair of assists.

Lake Placid led Somers/North Salem in shots by a margin of 44-17.

Kiefer Casler, Sean Moore and Pat Kane rounded out the scoring for the Blue Bombers, who led by seven before three late goals put a small dent in their lead.

Kamm Cassidy stopped five of five shots in let for Lake Placid before his replacement, Lewis Collum, stopped nine of 12.

Lake Placid 3, Horace Greeley 1 BREWSTER — After a scoreless first period and a Horace Greeley goal in the second, the Blue Bombers finally found their offense to score three unanswered in their 3-1 win Dec. 13.

Connor Preston scored an unassisted goal late in the second to tie the game. In the third, Nzoni Thompson scored the go-ahead and Pat Kane pushed the lead to two eleven minutes into the final period.

Ryan Damp and Kiefer Casler assisted on the final goal.

The game was close in shots on goal with Lake Placid ahead in the category 31-26. Tucker Angelopoulos made 26 saves in net for the Blue Bombers.

Boys’ basketball Northern Adirondack 81, Saranac Lake 44 ELLENBURG Ñ The BobcatsÕ potent offense was too much for the Red Storm on the road as Northern Adirondack picked up the 81-44 win Dec. 12.

Ethan King led the Bobcats with 22 points, followed by Josh Juntunen’s 20.

Mike Rice paced the Red Storm with 16 points as he connected on two from outside. Tanner Manning chipped in nine points and Chaos Rexilius-Tuthill added five in the setback.

Northeastern Clinton 76, Saranac Lake 31 CHAMPLAIN — The Cougars built a 52-20 lead at the half and continued to roll through the second as they topped the Red Storm 76-31 Dec. 15.

Austin Tetreault scored 18 points and Melik McLeod added 16 more as Northeastern Clinton scored more than 20 points in each of the first three quarters.

McLeod connected on four from beyond the arc in the win.

Saranac LakeÕ s Mike Rice scored nine points to lead the team while five different Red Storm players scored four in the setback.

Girls’ basketball Beekmantown 53, Saranac Lake 9 BEEKMANTOWN — The Eagles’ stifling defense held the Red Storm scoreless in the first quarter and kept the pressure on throughout on their way to a 53-9 win Dec. 15.

Bailee Mull led a balanced scoring effort for Beekmantown with 10 points while Alyssa Waters scored nine and Gabrielle Rowell and Brooke Bjelko each added eight.

Talia McDonoughÕ s three points led the Red Storm. Melissa Moody, Alexa Clark and Almelina Cecunjanin rounded out the Saranac Lake scoring with two apiece.

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A solitary skier makes his way uphill toward Owls Head, on the backside of Giant Mountain.

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The first winter ski W

ell, I finally got out there! I’d been patiently awaiting the first ski trip of the New Year, since the beginning of Big Game season, Unfortunately, Mother Nature appeared very leery about inviting Old Man Winter back through the door.

In fact, there was less than a week of decent tracking snow, the entire hunting season.

I had not even bothered to get my skis out of the garage, until the recent storm delivered over two feet of snow across the region.

While most of the regionÕ s downhill ski centers now have adequate snowmaking capabilities, the Nordic folks still rely on nature to provide their pleasures. And what a pleasure it was.

Although the heavy snow took down a lot of trees, and de-limbed many more, while the fresh snow also served to whitewash the remaining remnants of autumn.

Despite the regular labors required of a wintry onslaught, such as shoveling, plowing, and clearing away the mess of the passing plow trucks; I decided to embrace the opportunity.

The effort required a bit of investigation in order to locate my skis, boots, poles, wax, gloves, scrapers and other essential items, but it was worth it.

The trip required me to pass over a small, nearby knob, which proved easier than expected. All appeared to be going quite well until I entered a short patch of tall pines that lined a long, fairly level ridge that borders a small swamp.

The day was fair, and yet the sky was grey as I left the house. After maneuvering across a small stream, I ascended the ridge and began plowing through the deep snow. In certain places it was nearly thigh deep, while elsewhere conditions were actually somewhat scratchy, especially in the hemlock and white pine forests.

It wasnÕ t so cold that trees were popping; however limbs were constantly crashing to the forest floor under the weight of the new snow.

The crashing of limbs was yet another hindrance I hadnÕ t even considered. In places, downed limbs obliterated the trails entirely As I transitioned from swamp level to the more open hardwoods, the snow cover became more consistent, and deeper. About halfway up the small hill, I decided to shed the skiis in favor of snowshoes. The snowbase was simply not supporting my weight, and I was struggling to climb in the wet heavy conditions.At first, the snow weighted heavy on the Ô shoes, but after cleaning them off and dousing them with a heavy dose of WD40, the going got much easier.

I climbed higher through the open hardwoods and worked my way around the eastern slope of the ridge,

where the snow pack was less than half the depth of the western exposures.

With nearly three miles of steady elevation gain behind me, I finally made my way through the frost covered spruce thickets and arrived at a small clearing atop the intended ridge. The journey had taken far longer than I had expected, and I was still facing a rather steep and trackless return trip.

Following a fast lunch, and a change back to skis, I stowed the gear into the pack and set off.

Snow cover wasnÕ t nearly as deep up high, and I was sheltered by a thick spruce forest. The snow pack was firmer and faster, and I made good time on the descent.

From the far edge of the ridge, I could just about see my house far in the distance. I descended through a natural chute and came out into a large open bowl, that was sprinkled with hardwood saplings.As it was beginning to grow dark, I took a fairly straight line along the edge of the bowl, where I discovered a fresh set of ski tracks leading straight down the hill.

I linked into the tracks, and picked up speed. The snow was deep, and my legs were sore but my face was crossed with a grin that spread from ear to ear.

As I raced through short sections of saplings, scattered among the towering hemlocks, I struggled to control my speed.Finally, I made it down to the flats, where I managed to cross yet another stream unscathed.A short while later, I found myself staring down two miles of rails that were fortunately tracked and packed by an untold number of snowmobiles. So, I set off once again, with heavier legs, a sore back and a wider grin. It was a great way to welcome in the new season, and to usher out the last.The following morning, I skied back into hunting camp to haul out a few loose items. The snow was deep, the woods quiet and my legs still stiff.

IÕ ve learned to welcome the winter season. In a land that remains bound by artic conditions for nearly four straight months, it is important to know how to enjoy the ice and snow.If you don’t ski, or skate, ice fish or sled, build snow forts and snow sculptures or engage in snowball fights and flights of frolic; winter will surely be the cruelest season.

Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook. Contact him at brookside18@adelphia.net.

have coined this column for more than two decades and rarely have taken the opportunity to endorse a service or product. However, I stumbled across a device this hunting season that should be under every camouflaged Christmas tree.

Those who have frequented my hunting camp know my fond affinity for food and for cooking said aforementioned food. I wear the hat of camp cook and am always dabbling with different marinades to accentuate the taste of meats and fish and looking for methods to tenderize wild game meat.

This season, I had the opportunity to try out a product called the Marinade Express and I have absolutely no reservations recommending it to outdoorsmen or any cooking aficionado. The product uses a specially formulated process called “vacuum tumbling” to open cellular structures in meat and fish and quickly and efficiently infuse foods with marinade.

The result is super tasting food with amazing tenderness. The machine is also super easy to use. Simply load the provided drum with your favorite wild game meat, fish, poultry, vegetables or a combination of these; add your favorite marinade, screw on the lid and the machine does the rest.

A small hose is inserted into the drum and the air is vacuumed out, drawing the marinade through the food. The drum and the food therein is then spun by the Marinade Express. A divider inside the drum constantly rotates the contents through the marinade. Most foods Ñ even roasts Ñ are ready to cook in 20 minutes or less. Gone are the days of using a meat mallet to tenderize and then soaking foods in marinade for a day or more.

At the same time, because meat, fish and poultry gain moisture through the process, cooking time is reduced by up to 20 percent. It even extends the shelf life of foods by eliminating nearly all bacteria that can cause spoilage and foodborne illness. Meat and fish can be infused with marinade, packaged and frozen for meals at a later date.

Fellow outdoor writer Tom Schlichter, who is helping market the Marinade Express, recently contacted me to say that the product Ñ when used in combination with MX Marinades sold by the same company Ñ reduces the amount of mercury in fish by up to 50 percent. That is great news for anglers who fish in designated waters that contain an advisory on mercury levels.

The state cautions anglers not to eat more than one meal a month of fish caught from waterbodies such as Schroon Lake and Lake Champlain, for example. Marinating fish in the Marinade Express, combined with the specially formulated MX Marinades Ñ reduces the health risk associated with eating fish from these bodies of water. Ò WeÕ ve been working on a solution to reduce high levels of mercury in seafood like cod, tuna, swordfish and freshwater favorites like walleye, trout and catfish,” said Marinade Express company president, Dan Neumann. Ò We partnered with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and Dr. John Ejnik during an extensive four-year research program and are now happy to announce the results: Not only does the Marinade Express significantly reduce mercury in fish - it does so using natural ingredients.”

The removal of methylmercury from fish is accomplished by adding select ingredients to the MX Marinade formulas, which are mixed in water and placed in the drum of the Marinade Express. These ingredients bond with mercury and wash out during the rotation of the drum. In all, there are over 20 flavors of MX Marinade to choose from. My personal favorite is the teriyaki.

The Marinade Express retails for $299 and comes with a 10-pound drum and includes a starter pack of MX Marinades. Additional marinade packets as well as a larger 20-pound “chefs drum” that can tumble bigger portions such as a whole turkey or large roast are available for an additional cost.

The unit is available for sale at Amazon.com, Shopperschoice.com or at marinadeexpress.com, where you can also find recipes and see the Marinade Express in action. The machine was a great addition to my cooking arsenal this season at hunting camp. I am sure the outdoorsmen in your family will feel the same.

John Gereau is managing editor of Denton Publications and an avid outdoorsman.

Contact him at johng@denpubs.com.

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL CANOE LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/14/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/12/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. DE addr. of LLC: c/o The Corporation Trust Co., Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of the State of DE, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) NAME: ROCKLEDGE FAMILY DISTRIBUTION, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/04/2014 Office Location: Esses County, NY. The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: 15 Rockledge Rd., Jay, NY 12941.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF SAH HOLDINGS, LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec'y of State (SSNY) 10/30/14. Office location: Essex County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 1763 Haselton Rd., Wilmington, NY 12997. Purpose: any lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: The name of the LLC is Stone Energy, LLC. The date of filing of Articles of Organization with the New York Department of State was September 22, 2014.

The Office of the LLC is located in Essex County.

The New York Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. The New York Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at PO Box 62, Keene Valley, NY 12943. The purpose of LLC is any lawful purpose permitted for LLCs under New York Limited Liability Company Act. VN-11/22-12/27/20146TC-65969 NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL CANOE LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/14/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/12/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY

NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL COMMERCIAL LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/07/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/05/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. DE addr. of LLC: c/o The Corporation Trust Co., Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL COMMERCIAL LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/07/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/05/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. DE addr. of LLC: c/o The Corporation Trust Co., Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of the State of DE, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL DEVELOPMENT LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/14/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/12/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. DE addr. of LLC: c/o The Corporation Trust Co., Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of the State of DE, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL DEVELOPMENT LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/14/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/12/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. DE addr. of LLC: c/o The Corporation Trust Co., Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of the State of DE, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL OPERATING TENANT LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/05/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 10/31/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the princ. office of the LLC. DE addr. of LLC: c/o Corporation Trust Co., Corp. Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801.

Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of the State of DE, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF UH-WL RESIDENTIAL LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/14/14. Office location: Essex County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/12/14. Princ. office of LLC: c/o Whiteface Lodge, 7 Whiteface Inn Ln., Lake Placid, NY 12946. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. DE addr. of LLC: c/o The Corporation Trust Co., Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of the State of DE, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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