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stephen@denpubs.com P L AT T S B U R G H — T h e group did not gather to come to a consensus.

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“We want to make sure at each table everybody has a fair chance to say your piece,” said Plattsburgh City School Superintendent James “Jake” Short. “We want to make sure one person doesn’t dominate over another.”

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Visiting the Bridal Expo at Altona’s Rainbow Room Jan. 29, Justice and Sydney travelled all the way from Lake Placid and tried out chocolate dipped-treats at the Leroy’s Fountains booth. The event featured booths from area DJs, photographers, wedding venues and a fashion show put on by Plattsburgh’s Fashion Exchange consignment shop.

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ROUSES POINT — George Rivers steps down as mayor of the Village of Rouses Point this March after 14 years.

To watch him on the job he doesn’t seem near the end of his term, taking calls, checking on various aspects of the village, he never seems to take a break from work.

Just before the morning of his interview with Denton Publications, he was checking water levels after a snowfall as the rain steadily pounded the ground.

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said Rivers, 76.

He first ran for office 16 years ago after spending 19 years as the fire chief. There were a couple of openings on the village board.

“I didn’t really want to run,” Rivers said between phone calls. “I was retired from Wyeth and was just gonna play around in my garage.

But they talked me into it.”

Two years later the mayor at the time stepped down and upon the urging of friends, Rivers successfully ran for that office.

“I didn’t really want to do that either.”

About six years later, his workload increased when the village administrator resigned and those duties were shifted to Rivers.

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Office for the Aging vital for area seniors

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stephen@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — The Office for the Aging tries to find answers for people, says Crystal Carter.

“People will call here for almost anything, and we try to find the answers,” said Carter, Director of the Clinton County Office for the Aging. “We make sure someone answers the phone and answers your question.”

The mission of the agency is to help people live independently as long as possible.

That is done through advocacy, information assistance and the use of sub-contractors.

One role of advocacy is writing letters of support for grants, such as to build senior housing.

“We meet with legislators about what we are doing and how it would affect them,” Carter said.

If it has anything to do with the older population, the Office for the Aging usually has input.

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rize the Older Americans act, and we provide input,” Carter said.

The Older Americans Act of 1965 was the first federal initiative focused on providing comprehensive services for the elderly.

It created the National Aging Network, state units on aging and similar agencies at the local level, such as the Office for the Aging.

The Network provides funding based on the percentage of an area’s population of 60 and older for nutrition and supportive home and community-based services.

Congress reauthorized the act in 2006, effective through 2011.

“Each local area has an Office for Aging,” Carter explained. “The Act has different titles in it for our programs.”

Through Information Assistance, the Office for the Aging offers NY Connects, which enables people to call in and get unbiased information on long-term health care.

“We do a lot of health insurance counseling here,” Carter said. “We make sure people are in the right health-insurance plan and tell them their options, but we do not

sell insurance.”

People often contact the Office for the Aging for advice when they begin noticing differences in their loved ones.

The Office for the Aging works with an array of sub-contractors, including legal counseling, JCEO, YMCA, North Country Homes Services, Behavioral Health Services North and dietary assistance.

The agency provides case management, though not for those who are eligible for Medicaid.

“The case manager does a comprehensive in-home assessment,” Carter said. “If they need services, we refer them or authorize services through one of our sub-contractors.”

Those services include home delivered meals, assistance with power of attorney and much more.

“Case managers look at a lot of different things,” Carter said.

The Office for the Aging is vital, she said, because sometimes the needs of older people get lost in the shuffle. It is important to have a program that strictly focuses on seniors.

The Office for Aging services roughly 3,500 individuals yearly.

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“Information Assistance is what we focus on the most,” she continued. “When people have information and can make plans, they don’t necessarily need other services.”

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WEST CHAZY — Angie Goodspeed tried off and on for years to get her daughter to cut her hair to avoid the brushing and snarls.

But Selena Marchiano liked it long.

Then, one day she told her mom she wanted to cut it and donate it to Locks of Love.

“I wanted kids that don’t have that much hair to feel happy,” said the seven-year-old from West Chazy.

So she cut off nearly 12 inches and is making good on her word.

“I was so proud of her,” Goodspeed said.

Locks of Love is a non-profit charity based in the United States that accepts donations of human hair and money. It then makes wigs for needy children who have lost their hair due to a medical condition.

Since its inception in 1997, it has provided about 2,000 wigs to recipients for free or a reduced price.

“I had long hair a really long time,” Marchiano said. “I liked long hair.”

The figure skater and soccer player thought she looked pretty with long hair.

“Then she just came to me and said she wanted to cut her hair and donate it to somebody who didn’t have any,” Goodspeed said.

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It made her proud too.

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she has always been one to take the new kid under her wing.”

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Goodspeed has never been a long hair type person, but when the hair dresser snipped Marchiano’s hair off, she choked up watching her daughter.

Marchiano was scared too. She doesn’t remember ever having short hair before.

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Later at school, some of the other children did pick on her hair cut.

“I just ignored them,” Marchiano said. “I think that if I do answer them they will keep saying stuff about me.”

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She think’s it’s pretty. Plus, it doesn’t get in her face when she sleeps and it doesn’t hurt when it is brushed.

“She can brush her own hair now,” Goodspeed beamed.

Mostly, the little girl is excited about her donation.

“I am so excited to donate it so kids can have hair,” Marchiano said. “I hear that not that many people donate that much hair.

Now someone will have the same hair as me, only longer.

“I’m not gonna cut my hair again for a while. For now I am going to keep it short.”

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erly, also an illness or ailment that is easy to understand, even though, like mental illness, it is not seen.

But mental illness is different, even though the irrational behaviors of the mentally ill make perfect sense as the brain controls actions and thoughts and if it is not functioning properly, then people are going to behave in ways that do not appear normal to society.

No one who is mentally ill asked for the illness, but it is the hand they were dealt and must live with.

An estimated 26.2 percent of Americans — more than 57 million people — age 18 and older suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.

Mental disorders are the leading cause of disability in the United States.

In 2004, 32,439 people died by suicide in the United States. More than 90 percent of people who kill themselves have a diagnosable mental disorder.

Fewer than one-third of adults and onehalf of children with a diagnosable mental disorder receive mental health services in a given year.

Organizations such as Behavioral Health Services North are doing all they can to remedy the lack of prescribers in the area and ensure those suffering from mental illnesses receive the care they need. Until that happens, people suffering from a mental disorder are going to have to live with the extra burden that lack in care results in.

But the population as a whole can take a simple step that would relieve the burden caused by the stigma of mental illness by educating itself and providing the benefit of the doubt when coming across the possible symptoms of mental illness.

It seems no one would pick on or judge or avoid an individual who was displaying symptoms from heart disease. Then why would we do that to an individual displaying symptoms brought on by the brain not functioning properly?

Many of us do, but we shouldn't.

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t has been reported now in several media outlets that the level of prescribers for psychiatric patients is dangerously low.

The need far outweighs what is available for those suffering from mental illness.

What this basically boils down to is that patients are not adequately receiving the services they desperately need to maintain their mental health.

This has already resulted in many patients turning to the emergency room for medications, some of them then being checked into the mental health unit because their needs were not met and their mental health deteriorated.

Another sad aspect of all of this is the stigma of mental illness, a grave reality for many who are already suffering, their condition compounded by a society that often does not understand the symptoms they are witnessing.

It happens all too often with, for example, the clinically depressed. Loved ones, friends, colleagues, cannot understand why they cannot get out of bed and spend their days crying and in despair.

Individuals who do not understand this illness, often out of a desire to help, driven by fear though, will tell them to exercise, eat right, just get up and do something, not understanding why they are bed ridden and unable to muster the energy for what appears to them to be normal, every day and often simple tasks.

It happens to individuals with bipolar disorder, often after they have been swept away by mania and act out recklessly, impulsively and destructively. Those who witness the behaviors and who do not understand the illness, often treat the sufferer as though they were not succumbing to symptoms of their disease but willingly engaging in the behaviors that at times define their illness.

It is easy to see why there would be symptoms around mental illness. When people break their legs they are in casts and if they do not utilize their crutches they are likely to fall over and hurt themselves or someone else. But those around them understand that they have an injured leg, and that is why they cannot stand upright on their own.

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Do not let at-risk kids slip through the cracks M

would not enjoy their high school experience as much, but they would make it through, most with flying colors.

The reason I bring this up is because budgets are extremely tight this year and most school districts have said they are going to have to make cuts, because state aid is inadequate and many taxpayers are beyond the breaking point. School officials will have no choice but to make some tough decisions, to include cuts to programs and layoffs.

And while I am grateful for the many non-mandated programs my daughter can choose from, there is a population of students I am more worried about: At-risk students.

There are non-mandated pro-

y daughter will likely graduate with an advanced regents diplo-

ma.

She loves her independent art study and has also participated in various other non-mandated programs, such as music over the years.

These programs have not only enriched her educational experience, but have made it much more enjoyable for her.

But she would survive high school without them.

I am not saying they are not needed, and I surely do not want to see them cut, but my daughter, and many other students have the tools to make it through high school without these programs.

Sure, they would be bored and

Stephen Bartlett

From the Editor’s Desk grams for these students too, such as alternative education at Plattsburgh High School. But the difference is, many of the at-risk students would not make it through high school if not for the extra as-

sistance they receive.

These kids are at risk of failing in school, dropping out and in some cases becoming part of a cycle of dysfunction that will forever oppress them and in the long run not only not benefit the system economically, but feed off it in terms of public assistance.

These kids need programs such as alternative education, which I have seen first hand turn their lives around in school. They need these programs or they will not survive their high school experience.

So while I adore my daughter and am grateful she was able to take music and independent art study and many more enriching programs, I would implore school districts to preserve programs for

at-risk students first.

I don't want any programs to be cut. I want the school districts to maintain them all. They are all valuable and needed and yield positive results.

But if they have to start picking and choosing which programs to cut, I would suggest saving programs with at-risk students as the absolute last choice.

A child may cry because he or she cannot take a specialized art course, but a few tears are nothing compared to an at-risk student who falls into a cycle of dysfunction because he or she lacked the support needed.

Stephen Bartlett is editor of the North Countryman and The Burgh. He may be reached at stephen@denpubs.com.

City and Town with Don Kasprzak and Bernie Bassett A

s usual, January was a busy month in City Hall. Many people believe that the winter months bring a slowdown in our responsibilities, however, this is simply not the case. And, the weather posed challenges all month due to mild and cold temperatures with freezing rain and ice.

We began the month with the swearing in of Mark Rogers and John Niles as the newly appointed City Court Judge and Assistant City Court Judge, respectively.

The Common Council finalized and voted on their 2012 budget. I listened to Governor Cuomo’s State of the State Address which gave insight to his priorities in 2012. I met with the Regional Director for the New York State Office of the Comptroller, John Laurant, to discuss city issues. The Eastern Snocross Event was held at the Crete Center. Although the weather was the coldest all year, it was well attended. Mike Perrotte and his staff did an outstanding job as did all the involved city departments.

As I do each semester, I met with Professor Tom Mandeville’s government class to discuss and listen to the student

questions and concerns. I always enjoy meeting with his classes over the years.

Terry Meron and Jim Murray invited me to the opening of Legends which is their new restaurant at The Comfort Inn. I urge the public to visit and enjoy the surroundings there. I attended the deployment ceremony of the New York Army National Guard Company A 2nd Battalion 108th Infantry Regiment which was very emotional.

Families and friends gathered to wish them well on their mission and Godspeed.

I continue to deal with the many personnel and constituent issues each month. They are very time consuming, however, very often we resolve a majority of the issues. We hope for a mild winter and spring as we move forward as it will help with our winter storm costs.

February will bring its usual challenges but we will be ready to handle things the best we can! Thanks!

Don Kasprzak is mayor of the city of Plattsburgh.

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don’t usually share a play by Play of my month’s activity but, to start the new year, I thought it might be good to give an overview of some of things that took place in January.

I had many, many committee and staff meetings and hundreds of email and snail mail communications that needed to be responded to. Preparing the agenda for two formal Board meetings and two work sessions each month also takes a number of hours. I met with our Regional Representative from the Comptroller’s Office and introduce our Agriculture and Markets Commissioner at a Chamber meeting where he discussed the Governor’s Executive Budget. I also met with representatives from Verizon to review our accounts and discuss fleet administration.

There were meetings with our Election Commissioners to discuss the increasing cost of elections and how we might make changes to reduce that expense.

I met with the interim president of the IDA to discuss a new trail project, in the industrial park, off the Banker Road. The Town Historian and I had meetings to discuss the purchase and placement of banners in the Town to recognize the 200th year of the War of 1812.

We began the process to identify a consultant to help manage our Micro Enterprise Grant. I also met with our consulting engineer and Department Heads to brainstorm ideas for a Local Government

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Efficiency Grant. I even made a trip to the NYSPD to be fingerprinted! This was necessary to comply with new regulations for court security. A new Committee was authorized to act as liaison to our Town Courts.

In the month of January we continued to receive funds from FEMA for the spring flood and we wrapped up our submittals for Hurricane Irene.

We finalized the consolidation of the Town’s 9 Lighting Districts and created a new Town Wide Lighting District. There were a number of meetings concerning the C. P. Wind Energy Project. We have been working to develop the language for a new Road Use Agreement to enable the transportation of windmill components from the new South Junction Rail Yard.

I also attended the Business After Hours gathering at Cumberland 12 and the Chamber’s 100th Annual Business of The Year banquet. To round out the month there were the usual number of evening and weekend commitments.

Each month brings a number of similar events and meetings. The Town continues to grow and my office is always very busy!

Please remember to drive safely and adjust your speed to changing road conditions!

Bernie Bassett is supervisor of the town of Plattsburgh.

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Clinton County schools to promote Strive Program First rural school to adopt program nationwide

By Katherine Clark

katherine@denpubs.com BEEKMANTOWN — Clinton County schools will pioneer a community learning program as the first rural school to participate.

Clinton County schools have taken the first steps to promote the Strive Program, a program designed to help students achieve academic goals with the help of community members.

“The program is about addressing a seamless education pipeline,” said John Jablonski, president of Clinton Community College.

The program aims to promote each student’s journey through the pipeline, beginning at birth and continuing through every level of education, starting with kindergarten, by preparing students to read, to read to learn, and through high school to promote college preparedness or career establishment.

“We hope that the pipeline doesn’t have any leaks and that

there are no students that are left behind and no students that drop out,” Jablonski said.

The Cincinnati-based, Strive Partnership, was first started by SUNY Chancellor, Nancy Zimpher while she was President of the University of Cincinnati. The program is focused on the success of every child, every step, from cradle to career. The program has been established in urban schools across the country, and Clinton County schools will be the first rural community to adopt the program.

Jablonski said CCC was working with SUNY Plattsburgh and other organizations trying to develop a program that would bridge members of the community with schools to help students at every level of education when they discovered the Strive Program.

“Essentially we were trying to reinvent the wheel when we realized the Strive Program, a program that has been established and exercised in many districts, was exactly what we were looking for,” Jablonski said.

Though the project is still in its infancy stage, Beekmantown Central School Superintendent Scott Amos said the Beekmantown Central School, Clinton Community College, Plattsburgh State, Peru Central School, North Country BOCES programs and area businesses such as Department of Labor, members of the Development Corporation, and mem-

bers of the Chamber of Commerce will participate in the Strive Program.

“With the support of local businesses we hope to include internships and externships for students to gain work experience and get a feel for what avenue they would like to take in life,” Amos said.

The strive program in Clinton County is not just a group of educators, Jablonski said it is a public and private partnership that includes school leaders at all levels and includes business people.

“I think it represents a significant shift that it’s not just educators trying to come to grips with these issues,” Jablonski said. “It’s about representatives from other parts of the community that regard this as a positive community issue.”

Amos said the partners are currently searching for a project coordinator to begin the development of the program.

The first step in the program is gaining community involvement, Amos said he thinks more and more organizations will join as the project goes on.

“I think kids will see many more adults who start working with them earlier in life and talk to them,” Amos said.

“We will be converging together to say to the kids we are all here for you.”

Beekmantown considers options for West Chazy Building Dodge Memorial Library ownership must also be determined

By Katherine Clark

katherine@denpubs.com BEEKMANTOWN — After six years laying dormant, school district officials are considering options for the former West Chazy School building.

During a meeting of the school board Jan. 24, Beekmantown Central Superintendent Scott Amos opened a dialogue regarding the former school building, questioning if the district should continue using it for storage, or place it up for sale “In tough economic times, such as these,

we need to question does the board want to use the building any longer,” Amos said.

In 2005 the West Chazy School, on Academy Street, was closed due to low enrollments. The students from West Chazy merged with Beekmantown Central School District.

Over the past few years the district has used the building as a storage facility for used school equipment. The district has managed to keep the basic upkeep, maintenence and heating cost of the building at a minimum cost of $20,000 a year.

“We’ve economized the upkeep well and have been able to drop the cost more and more each year,” Amos said.

The board must also determine if the district owns the building that houses the Dodge Memorial Library — adjacent to the former school, Amos said. The ownership of

the library has not been determined since the last assessment of the school property, according to Amos.

“We are truly uncertain if it belongs to the school,” Amos said. “We’re going to do a history of ownership, search through deeds to see who owns the library.”

Currently the Dodge Memorial Library receives its water and sewer through the former school building. If the district decides to sell the building, Amos said he hopes the new owners would choose to continue providing that service for the library. Otherwise, the library must determine a new way to get their water and sewer services provided.

“We provide the water for the library now as a service to the library for serving our community so well,” Amos said. “But we need to consider if holding onto the build-

ing for the sole purpose of supplying water to the library is a good reason.”

Over the next few weeks the school board will consult with lawyers over the district’s options. The district could put the property up for sale or look into allowing another community group to take over the property.

The estimated value of the West Chazy School building is about $100,000, Amos said.

“There are a few things we need to consider; liability, upkeep and the benefits of keeping the property for just storage,” School Board Member Richard LaVigne said.

Amos said the board of education will continue to discuss the issue.

“It will be one we address pretty regularly.”

Letters to the Editor

North Country Hardship Fund gives thanks for help To the North Countryman: The North Country Hardship Fund would like to thank all for coming out to support us Saturday night. The Cabin Fever Party was a huge success! Thank you, Panther Mountain Inn and Brant Lake Taxi for your generous hospitality. A special thank you to the bands: Willie Playmore and Cosmic Jackson for entertaining us all night with your awesome music. You guys rock! Thank you Sportline, Progressive Motor Sports, Don Bagwell and Erin Brothers from Lincoln Logs for the wonderful door prize donations. Once again we would like to thank everyone who came out to support the NCHF. Helping others is what it’s all about.

Thank you ALL so much!

The North Country Hardship Fund

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New business features treasure of items ABC and R’s Showcase has low prices and often hard to find items

By Stephen Bartlett

stephen@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — A train set rests in the corner waiting to be played with.

A small red guitar leans against the wall, begging to be strummed.

On a shelf sits a blue glass collection, calling out for a home to decorate.

“We have a little bit of everything here,” said Brittney Besaw, owner and operator of ABC and R’s Showcase.

The new business is located at 28 Oak Street in the City of Plattsburgh. It is open Sunday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

“This is the first time I ever owned a business,” said Besaw. “My parents and I had always talked about it and they helped me invest to start me off.”

She’s held a lot of jobs but always longed to do her own thing.

“My step dad does a lot with ebay, and we do ebay on consignment.”

She grew up watching her step-father buy

and sell products, and eventually began to find value in items she never thought were worth anything.

At first, she was nervous to open the doors of ABC and R’s showcase, but after the first day she loosened up, and now it almost seems like an old hat.

“You get to know what you are doing quickly.”

The cozy shop sells an array of items, including, but not limited to movies, antiques, home decorations, jewelry, art, toys and radios.

“The prices are low, and there are new and used items,” Besaw said.

Opening up and running the shop has been time consuming to say the least.

“It takes a lot of thought,” Besaw said.

“You have to have inventory and a place to attract customers.”

At first, she was unsure where to locate.

Besaw scouted several locations and determined 28 Oak Street would work well.

The shop also does consignment for customers and she’s amazed at the variety of items that are brought in.

“There are many times where people say they have not been able to find something, and then they come in and it is here,” Besaw said. “Business has been very good.”

Besaw keeps a running list of items customers want that she might not have at the time. Once she acquires the items she immediately contacts the customer.

Besaw moves new items in and out of the business on a daily basis.

“It is never the same in here.”

She said customers appreciate her low prices. So do other business owners who sometimes come in to purchase an item only to resell it.

Besaw has an old tea pot she was selling for $30. She did some research and discovered it was worth $350.

Besaw feels accomplished after opening her own business.

“Every time we talked about me having my own business, I never saw it happening, and now it has happened.”

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Bassett: short term decisions with long term benefits and retiring as a school administrator.

When he retired in July of 2004, he began his campaign for the Assembly.

“I really hadn’t made a decision to get into politics,” Bassett said. “I had friends help me to decide that was what I was going to do.” stephen@denpubs.com The thought of it actually made him slightly uncomfortPLATTSBURGH — As the economic crisis wreaked havoc able. across the country, Bernie Bassett gathered his department “But I felt I could do it, though I didn’t know what I was heads. getting into,” Bassett said. “But as of this date I don’t regret “I told them we were going through a storm and we’re go- any of it.” ing to have to trim and be conservative, but we were not goWhen the television shut off election night the race, which ing to stop and wait,” said the supervisor of the Town of he lost, was tied.

Plattsburgh. “When all is said and done, we will be out Bassett ran for town council in 2005, stepped into office in ahead. I’m really proud of what we’ve done.”

2006 and almost immediately found himself appointed suJobs continue to be created within the Town of Platts- pervisor when the previous individual in the position burgh, which works hard to provide services, Bassett said. stepped down.

“We just spent a lot of money on paving roads.”

He ran for that office in 2006, won, and ran unopposed afBassett spent a career in education, working as a teacher ter that four-year term was up.

“No elected office should be a two-year term,” Bassett said. “You really never have time to get away from the race, and you need to be thinking about doing the job.

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But his personal life pays the price and family life changes.

It’s nearly impossible for Bassett to go somewhere without someone approaching him, and not everyone is happy when they do.

“You do become the position, even at the grocery store.”

Many people, who saw him as one of the people when he ran for office, changed their attitude once he was elected.

He considers a short term and long term thinker.

He’s made decisions in town concerning consolidations that have irritated people in the short term, but in the long term are fiscally sound.

“Many days my mantra is to be firm, fair and consistent.”

His constituents need him to lead and make good decisions in the short term that will bring benefits in the long term.

“Everyone who has an elected office, hopefully wants to be re-elected,” Bassett said. “So they have to have the best interest of the public in mind.”

Notify Chazy assessor of flood damage CHAZY — The town of Chazy assessor, Patricia Ayer, requests any real property owners in the town of Chazy with 2011 spring flooding or Hurricane Irene damage to notify the assessor ’s office.

Changes to assessed value will be based on the condition of the real property on March 1, 2012.

Send all information, such as photos, insurance reports, appraisals, and a description of the real property condition to Patricia Ayer, PO Box 219, Chazy, NY 12921. Telephone with any questions to 846-7544 ext.3, Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Coalition offers free tax service

By Stephen Bartlett

stephen@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — Heidi LaFontaine just retired from IBM and wanted to save as much money as she could.

She heard about a free tax service through the Clinton County Office of the Aging.

“This is my first time getting my taxes done here,” she said. “So far I am glad. I am treated nicely.”

The Internal Revenue Service designated Jan. 27, 2012 as National Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day. The Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition of the Adirondack Region established Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites throughout Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties to provide free tax preparation to individuals and families with low or moderate incomes. Household incomes of $49,078 or less may be eligible.

“People may be missing out on a federal refund of up to $5,751 because they are not aware of the Earned Income Tax Credit,” said John Bernardi, Executive Director of the United Way. “Our coalition is working hard to promote the service and reach eligible people and families throughout the region.”

The IRS estimates up to one in four eligible taxpayers may fail to claim the credit.

The coalition also provides information and education about asset building, including banking and savings.

“We do asset building to help people figure out what they are going to do with their returns,” said Kathy Snow, Director of Development, United Way. “This helps people use money wisely so they are saving it and paying their bills.”

Trained volunteers will be at each site to electronically file returns for low or moderate income residents, even if they do not qualify

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for the Earned Income Tax Credit.

“We had approximately 100 volunteers last year,” Snow said. “It is because of the coalition that this program can exist.”

The coalition helped roughly 900 people in the three counties obtain the Earned Income Tax Credit.

“Last year alone in the three counties more than $1 million was given back to individuals for Earned Income Tax Credit,” Snow said.

“That helps stimulate the economy and helps low income people with the needs they have.”

In all, the coalition assisted approximately 4,000 individuals with their taxes last year.

“That is a lot of tax returns,” Snow said.

“One new aspect this year is we have a free stand-in tax site at the Plattsburgh Public Library where you can do your taxes yourself.”

She stressed that all the services are free to those individuals who qualify for the service.

“A lot of people can’t afford to pay a couple hundred to get their taxes done, and you can get your taxes done for free.”

LaFontaine of Chazy appreciated being able to save money.

“I think this is very good,” she said. “A lot of people can use it.”

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“These are the kinds of things I like doing.”

“That’s done,” Rivers said. “All those jobs can come back.”

“We have got 13 different grants in 14 years.”

But he cannot please everybody. Sometimes he has to say, His wife is his biggest supporter.

Rivers said he’s done some things in the job that have nev- “Sorry, it can’t happen.”

“It’ll make it or break it for you,” he said. “She helps me er been done before, and one was to get himself out there “You can’t let it bother you because if you do, you’ll make get through things.” and establish political contacts. yourself crazy.”

He thinks he’ll miss being mayor, but it’s time.

That helps, because when the village has problems and the The closing of Pfizer, formally known as Wyeth Pharma“I’m 76,” he said. “I wish whoever steps in this chair the senator knows the mayor, the outcome is results. ceuticals, was a shock. It was the biggest employer in the best of luck in the world.

For example, Rouses Point had been having difficulty for area, supplying roughly 1,200 jobs.

“It’s not going to be an easy time with the economy and years establishing senior housing. Rivers made a trip to “I never expected it,” Rivers said.

Pfizer. Just keep an open mind.”

Washington, sat down with former Congressman John But he looks forward.

McHugh, and three weeks later obtained the money.

Results energize Rivers.

“You get a high out of get*Find out if you qualify for EITC. ting things accomplished.”

For example, Rouses Point enjoys the lowest municipal electric rates in the nation.

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Chazy Eagles

Northern Adirondack Bobcats

Photo by Keith Lobdell

Brandon Laurin scored nine points against Seton catholic.

Girls Basketball Chazy 39, Lake Placid 33 Megan Reynolds scored 17 points as the Lady Eagles scored a win over the Lady Blue Bombers Jan. 24. Olivia Seymour added 16 points, while Jori Cooper, Katharine Tooke and Andrea Meshefsky each scored 2.

Chazy 30, Schroon Lake 27 Olivia Seymour paced the Lady Eagles

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with 17 points Jan. 26 in a win against the Lady Wildcats. Megan Reynolds added 10, while Amber Polomsky scored 3.

Photo by Keith Lobdell

Justin Kellett works against Matt LaMere last week.

Boys Basketball Seton Catholic 58, Chazy 29 Brandon Laurin scored 9 points for the Eagles Jan. 25, while Matt Stalker added 6, Cody Toohill 5, Alec LaPierre 5, Hayden Guay 2 and Justin Brothers 2.

Northeastern Clinton Cougars

Wrestling NAC 81, AVCS 3 Brandon LaBombard, Jackson Sunderland and Russell Noel each scored wins by fall for the Bobcats Jan. 25. Justin Kellett added a technical fall, while Matt Lashway scored a 10-0 major decision.

Saranac Chiefs Boys Basketball NCCS 58, Saranac 44 Jeremy Bullis scored 8 points to lead a balanced offensive attack for the Chiefs Jan. 24, with Kasey Favreau adding 7, Ryan Kerner 6, Ben Weightman 6 Connor Christopherson 4, Jake Liberty 4, Jordan Gillespie 4, Austin Medeiros 3 and Ryan St. Clair 2.

Boys Hockey NCCS 3. Saranac 1 Kyle Erickson scored on assists from Jeff Kurz and Matt McCasland for the Chiefs Jan. 25, while Jonathan Plessis-Belair made 41 saves in net.

PHS 5, Saranac 0 Zach Lareau made 15 saves for the Chiefs Jan. 28, while the offense was unable to get into the Hornet net in 35 shot attempts.

Girls Basketball Saranac 64, Moriah 24 Stephanie Linder led the Lady Chiefs with 10 points against the Lady Vikings Jan. 25, while Kristen Napper scored 9, Alisha Ducatte 8, Kayla Napper 7, Emma Newell 7, Morgan Maye 6, Victoria Phaneuf 5, Katie Gates 5, Renee Andre 5, and Miranda Marnes 2.

Saranac 45, Ticonderoga 31 Photo by Keith Lobdell

Kastle Birch controls the puck for the Cougars.

sist, while Kastle Birch assisted twice.

Kyle McCarthy made 14 saves in the win.

Boys Basketball NCCS 58, Saranac 44 Tom Bedard scored 22 points as the Cougars got past the Chiefs Jan. 24. Mike Manor added 14 points, while Rodney Grimshaw scored 10, Harley Tavernia 8 and Rob Armstrong 4.

Boys Hockey

NCCS 2, Northwood 0 Liam McDonough recorded a goal and assist while Zachary Guay added the insurance tally as Kyle McCarthy made 18 saves in the win. Kastle Birch and Reece Tucker also had assists.

Bowling

NCCS 3, Saranac 1 Liam McDonough made his presence felt in a 14 second span of the second period Jan,. 25, scoring twice to put the Cougars in the lead for good against the Chiefs. Reese Tucker added a goal and as-

NCCS 8-4, Peru 2-0 Chris Kokes had a 580 series and Joey Roberts added a 523 series as the Cougars beat the Indians Jan. 30. Janelle Menard paced the girl team to a win with a 484 series.

Katie Gates scored 14 points to lead the Lady Chiefs past the Lady Sentinels Jan. 26, while Alisha Ducatte scored 10, Emma Newell 9, Victoria Phaneuf 6, Kristen Napper 2, Morgan Maye 2 and Miranda Marnes 2.

Wrestling Saranac 45, Beekmantown 30 Austin LaTulip and Michael Phillips scored falls for the Chiefs against the Eagles Jan. 25, while Nate Wood scored a technical fall, Codie Gillette had a major decision and the duo of Joe Perry (7-2) and Trevor Goddeau (9-2) also scored decisions.

Saranac second in Colchester Ben Perry, Codie Gillette and Trevor Goddeau scored weight class wins as the Chiefs finished second in the Colchester Wrestling Invitational Jan. 28. Shawn La-

Victoria Phaneuf lines up a free throw for the Lady Chiefs.

Photo by Keith Lobdell Graves, Joe Perry and Nate Wood reached the finals before falling, while Will Marcil, Austin LaTulip, Paul Herrera and Josh Ryan won their consolation brackets.

Indoor Track and Field The Chiefs boys team scored their fourth win of the season Jan. 28 as Corey Duval won the shot put and the 1,600 relay team of Micah Patterson, Heath Andre, Sabaan Ayub and Ty Tedford also scored a win. Ellen Thew won the 55 dash and 1,000 for the Lady Chiefs, who finished second in the girls meet, while Morgan Kelly scored a win in the 3,000 and Victoria Phaneuf won the shot put.

Bowling Saranac 8-4, Moriah 2-0 Austin Postlethwait rolled a 522 series while Taylor Chapple had a 508 to lead the Chiefs to a win over the Vikings Jan. 30.

The lady Chiefs also scored a win, as Heather Vaughn rolled a 353 series.

Photo galleries from high school sports events can be found online at www.northcountryman.com/photos/galleries/sets/sports/

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Roundtable from page 1 More than 60 people gathered on Jan. 25 at the Duken administrative building as part of the district’s Stakeholders’ Roundtable Budget Forum. The new outreach process was designed to provide school officials with insight into community sentiment as the school board navigates a challenging budget process.

School officials have had a tough time creating budgets for the past few years as state aid shrinks and expenses soar. Many districts have cut programs and laid off staff, and educators at some have done without raises to salvage their education programs.

This budget season is expected to be one of the toughest yet as districts have depleted fund balance and will likely have no choice but to make further painful cuts.

Plattsburgh City Schools wants

community input before the school board votes on a 2012-13 spending plan.

The Roundtable Budget Forum targeted a cross-section of the district’s varied constituents.

At the forum, participants were seated in small groups and asked to reflect on school data they had read. They were further asked to discuss a series of general questions that were intended to yield information about community wants and constraints.

“You are going to see a lot of common interests, and a lot of different points of view,” Short said during the event. “That is healthy.

“The board will have access to look at the information so they can have your thoughts and voices in their minds when they are making the decisions they are elected to do.”

Participants voiced an array of concerns, including salvaging nonmandated programs for at-risk and gifted students, arts and music

programs and ensuring class sizes are manageable.

Some also voiced concerns for taxpayers already stressed to the breaking point. Indeed, agencies such as the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity and Social Services have reported an increase in the number of people requesting services. Many of these individuals and families cannot afford tax increases.

“I wanted to see how the process was going to work,” said Margaret Courson, who has three children in the district. “There are some programs that kept us here, and I am nervous about losing those programs.”

School Board member David Stone said the process was something the district should institutionalize.

“It gives the board a clear sense of expectations and perceptions from various constituents,” he said. “I like that our role is to listen.”

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Participants and school board members read the thoughts and ideas posted on the wall of those who gathered for Plattsburgh City School’s Stakeholders’ Roundtable Budget Forum.

Photo by Stephen Bartlett

“We are here to listen to the people before the budget is out there,” agreed board member Clayton Morris. “One of the things I notice

is people were not talking about cutting programs, but wanting to keep the quality of education of Plattsburgh City School.”

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Service at 10 a.m. Thursday Bible Study at 7 p.m. includes activities for children.

Phone: 298-4358 Three Steeples United Methodist Church - 491 Route 11, Champlain.

298-8655 or 298-5522. Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School at same time (Sept. thru June). Steve Loan, Pastor. steeples3@primelink1.net St. Mary’s Catholic Church - Church Street, Champlain. Saturday Anticipated Mass 5:30 p.m. Sunday services 8 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Church - Mason Road, Champlain. Saturday Anticipated Mass, 7:30 p.m.

Christ & St. John’s Episcopal Church Butternut Street, Champlain. Family Worship Service celebrated with music at 10 a.m., Sunday School also at 10 a.m.

CHAZY Sacred Heart Church - Box 549, Chazy 12921. (518) 846-7650. Sunday Masses (Ant) 4 p.m., 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.

Chazy Presbyterian Church - 620 Miner Farm Rd., Chazy. 846-7349 Worship and Sunday School will begin at 11 a.m.

Email: chazypres@westelcom.com ELLENBURG St. Edmund’s Roman Catholic Church - Route 11, Ellenburg. Saturday Anticipated Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday Mass, 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.

The Ellenburg United Methodist Church - will meet at 9 a.m. at the church in Ellenburg Center. However, on Election Day, Sunday, we move to the Ellenburg Methodist Community Center on Rt. 11.

ELLENBURG DEPOT Ellenburg Depot Wesleyan Church 2179 Plank Rd., PO Box 177 Ellenburg Depot, NY 12935. Pastor: Robert R. Phillips. Phone: 594-3902. Sunday Family Bible Hour: 9:50 a.m. Sunday Worship Time: 10:50 a.m. Children’s Youth Ministries: Call for schedule.

MOOERS St. Joseph’s Catholic Church - Maple Street, Mooers. 236-7142. Anticipated Saturday Mass, 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass, 10 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request.

Mooers United Methodist Church 14 East St., Located adjacent to old Post Office. Sunday service, 9:30 a.m.

Contemporary & traditional music, activities for children, youth and families, 236-7129, pastoral@twcny.rr.com, www.gbgm-umc.org/mooersumc Mooers Wesleyan Church - Maple Street, Mooers. Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday Night 7 p.m. (518) 236-5330.

MOOERS FORKS St. Ann’s Catholic Church - Route 11, Mooers Forks. Mass: Saturday, 4 p.m.; Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request.

PLATTSBURGH Seventh Day Adventist - 4003 Rt. 22, Plattsburgh, 561-3491 - Pastor Livergood Worship Saturday at 11:30 a.m., Pot Luck Dinner after service ROUSES POINT St. Patrick’s Catholic Church - Lake Street, Rouses Point. Anticipated Mass: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.; Weekday Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8 a.m. Communion Service: Wednesday 8 a.m.

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SCIOTA St. Louis of France Catholic Church Route 22, Sciota. Mass 4 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. Sunday Sciota United Methodist Church Sunday service 9 a.m. Route 19, Sciota.

WEST CHAZY The West Chazy Wesleyan Church Pastor: Jonathan Hunter 17 East Church St., Fiske Road, West Chazy, NY. Ph. 493-4585. Sunday; Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship 5 p.m. Tuesday; Clubhouse Ministries 6:30 p.m. (Sept. thru May) Wednesday; Prayer Meeting 6 p.m.

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Friday.Feb.3.

PLATTSBURGH —Free health screenings offered all day at CVPH, 75 Beekman St. PLATTSBURGH —Disability Movie "Murderball,” North Country Center for Independence, 80 Sharron Ave. 1-3 p.m.

TUPPER LAKE—Animal Architects, Flamers Theater, The Wild Center, 45 Museum Drive, 1p.m.

LAKE PLACID —Mardi Gras Night with Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience performance, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Dr. $16 in advance, and $18 at the door, 7:30 p.m. 523-2512, www.LakePlacidArts.org.

PLATTSBURGH — Family Swim night, Wellness Center, at PARC,295 New York Road. 7-9 p.m. $2. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 562-6860.

SARANAC LAKE— The Alexis P. Suter Band performs, The Waterhole, 48 Main St. 10 p.m. $10 for advance tickets, $12 day of the show.

Saturday.Feb.4.

PLATTSBURGH—Sunrise Rotary’s Annual Winter Carnival, CVPH, 75 Beekman St, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 441-1818.

PLATTSBURGH— North Country Squares Dance Club meets, Clinton County Fairgrounds, 84 Fairgrounds Rd. 7 p.m. 561-7167 or 492-2057.

CHAZY —Story time, Chazy Public Library, 1329 Fiske Rd., 10:30-11:30 a.m. 846-7676 LYON MOUNTAIN—Northeastern draft horse and mini horse spaghetti dinner, Lyon Mt. American Legion, 3958 State Route 374. 4-6:30 p.m. $8, $6 seniors and kids. 4250345.

JAY —Olive and the Branch Susan Richards performance, Amos and Julia Ward Theatre, Route 9N, 7 p.m.

ELIZABETHTOWN— Violinist Katherine Winterstein, and pianist Rose Chancler in Concert, Hand House, 8273 River St. 7 p.m. 962-2949, www.pianobynature.org.

WILLSBORO — Winter films Special, Ides of March, 7:30 p.m. Willsboro Central School, 29 School Ln. $5 for adults; $2 for youth.

LAKE PLACID —The Rotten Apple performed, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Dr. 7 p.m. 523-2512, www.LakePlacidArts.org.

Sunday.Feb.5.

TUPPER LAKE—Family Art & Nature: Investigate Insects, Flamers Theater, The Wild Center, 45 Museum Drive, noon.

LAKE PLACID —The Rotten Apple performed, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Dr. 3 p.m. 523-2512, www.LakePlacidArts.org.

PLATTSBURGH — Bowling All Areas Program, North Bowl Lanes, 28 N Bowl Ln, 8:30 a.m. townofplattsburghrecreation.com or 562-6860.

ELIZABETHTOWN— Violinist Katherine Winterstein, and pianist Rose Chancler in Concert, Hand House, 8273 River St. 3 p.m. 962-2949, www.pianobynature.org.

ELIZABETHTOWN—Four Chaplin Sunday, Church of Good Shepherd Parish Hall, WIlliam St. noon

Monday.Feb.6.

PLATTSBURGH — Scrabble game, Seniors Citizens Council of Clinton County Senior Center, 5139 N. Catherine St., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 563-6186, ext. 102.

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PLATTSBURGH —"What To Do When Kids Won't Talk: Using Pictures & Basic Signs", Child Care Coordinating Council, 194 US Oval, 569-7124. 6-9 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH —Youth Indoor Soccer begins, Plattsburgh YMCA, 17 Oak St. 561-429, info@plattsburghymca.com KEENE—Osteoporosis exercise classes, Community Center, Church St. 11:30 a.m. 546-3565, RSVP@Logical.net.

CHAZY —3 Mile Club, Chazy Central Rural School, 609 Old Route 191, 6 p.m. $3. 578-7123.

Tuesday.Feb.7.

PLATTSBURGH—Plattsburgh Rotary Sunrise Ceremony, American Legion Post 20, 162 Quarry Rd. 7:30 a.m.

PLATTSBURGH—Stained Glass Class tp take place, Seniors Citizens Council of Clinton County Senior Center, 5139 N. Catherine St., 10:30 a.m. 563-6186, ext. 102.

CHAZY — 3 Mile Club, Chazy Central Rural School, 609 Old Route 191, 6 p.m. $3. 578-7123.

PLATTSBURGH—North Country Stamp Club to meet, 6:30 p.m. Plattsburgh Public Library, Oak Street.

KEESEVILLE—Open archery shooting, The Chesterfield Fish and Game Club, 359 Green St. 7-10 P.M. Open to all ages. 643-8754 or 643-2651.

SARANAC — Saranac Hollow Jammers country music and dancing, Saranac Town Hall, 3662 Route 3, 6-9:30 p.m.

293-7056.

CHAZY —3 Mile Club, Chazy Central Rural School, 609 Old Route 191, 6 p.m. $3. 578-7123.

WILMINGTON—Bible Study & Potluck, Wilmington Church of Nazarene, 5734 NYS Rte 86, 6 p.m.

LAKE PLACID — African Dance Class with live drumming. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, Annex, 17 Algonquin Dr. Class fee $5. 791-9586.

Wednesday.Feb.8.

ROUSES POINT—Adult Gentle Yoga Class, Lakeside Cof-

fee Shop, 109 Lake St. 5:30- 6:30 p.m. $75 for 8-week session or $10 drop in fee.

PLATTSBURGH—Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Orientation, North Country Center for Independence, 80 Sharron Ave. 1:30- 3 p.m.

REDFORD — Saranac fiddlers performance. Assumption of Mary School. 6:30-9:30 p.m.. $2. 293-7031.

WILLSBORO—Osteoporosis exercise classes, Congregational Church, Main St.1:30 p.m. 546-3565, RSVP@Logical.net.

LAKE PLACID —Chefs and Farmers with Chef David Hunt, Generations Restaurant, 2553 Mirror Lake Dr, 9:30 a.m.

CHAZY —3 Mile Club, Chazy Central Rural School, 609 Old Route 191, 6 p.m. $3. 578-7123.

WILMINGTON—Teen Night Group, Wilmington Church of Nazarene, 5734 NYS Rte 86, 7-8 p.m.

Thursday.Feb.9.

LAKE PLACID — Story hour, Lake Placid Public Library, 2471 Main St., 10:15 a.m. Free. 523-3200.

PLATTSBURGH —Winter Farmers Market, City Recreation Center, 52 US Oval, 3-6 p.m.

ELIZABETHTOWN—Osteoporosis exercise classes, Hand House, Court St. 10 a.m. 546-3565, RSVP@Logical.net.

PLATTSBURGH —North Country Stamp Club meets, 6:30 p.m. Plattsburgh Public Library, 19 Oak Street.

CHAZY —3 Mile Club, Chazy Central Rural School, 609 Old Route 191, 6 p.m. $3. 578-7123.

SARANAC LAKE—"Fringe Night,” Artist Showcase, Bluseed Studios, 24 Cedar St. 6-9 p.m.

DANNEMORA — Free gym-time for children, former Dannemora Elementary School, 40 Emmons St. 10 a.m.noon. 561-4999.

PLATTSBURGH — Journey Into Reading, Champlain Centre Mall, 60 Smithfield Blvd., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Reading for children up to age 16 with free book provided. Hosted at center court. www.journeyintoreading.org.

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This Month in History - FEBRUARY 3rd - Rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper died in a plane crash. (1959) 6th - The board game Monopoly first went on sale.(1935) 6th - Astronaut Alan Shepard hits three golf balls on the moon.( 1971) 8th - The Boy Scouts were founded. (1910)

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VETRATECH LLC NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY of a foreign Limited Liability Company (LLC): FIRST: The Application for Authority was filed with the New York State Secretary of State on December 20, 2011.

SECOND: The jurisdiction of organization of the LLC is: State of Delaware. The date of its organization is: June 20, 2011.

THIRD: The County within this state in which the office, or if more than one office, the principal office, of the LLC is to be located is: Clinton County, New York.

FOURTH:The Secre-

tary of State is designated as Agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against him or her is: 85 Macey Lane, Plattsburgh, New York 12901.

FIFTH: T h e address of the office required to be maintained in the jurisdiction of its formation, or if one is not required, the address of principal office of the limited liability company is: The Company Corporation, 2711 Centerville Road, Suite 400, Wilmington, Delaware 19808.

SIXTH: The foreign limited liability company is in existence in its jurisdiction of formation at the time of filing of this application.

SEVENTH: The name and address of the authorized office (i.e., Secretary of State) in the jurisdiction of its formation where a copy of its Articles of Organization is filed, with

all amendments thereto, is: State of Delaware Secretary of State, Division of Corporations, P.O. Box 898, Dover, Delaware 19903.

NCM-12/31-2/4/126TC-20856 -----------------------------

mail copy of process to 1284 Fiske Rd., Chazy, NY 12921, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NCM-1/14-2/18/126TC-20993 -----------------------------

GTJ ENTERPRISES, LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 11/18/2011.

Office location: Clinton County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: 2735 Military Turnpike, West Chazy, NY 12992.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

NCM-12/31-2/4/126TC-20927 -----------------------------

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY of MOUNTAIN VIEW EQUIPMENT, LLC, a foreign Limited Liability Company (LLC) DATE OF FORMATION: The Application for Authority was filed with the New York Secretary of State on December 14, 2011.

NEW YORK OFFICE LOCATION: Clinton County AGENT FOR PROCESS: The Secretary of State is designated as Agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to Attn Judy Hendy Austin, 1137 US Route 7 No, PO Box 47, Middlebury,

BL AND BL PROPERTIES LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 8/19/11.

Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall

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NCM-1/21-2/25/126TC-21512 ----------------------------AMAYA DAVIES, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION of a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC): DATE OF FORMATION: The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on January 12, 2012.

NEW YORK OFFICE LOCATION: Clinton County AGENT FOR PROCESS: The Secretary of State is designated as Agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC to 47 Elm Street, Peru, New York 12972.

PURPOSE: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

NCM-1/21-2/25/126TC-21526 -----------------------------

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF REGISTERED LIMITED LIABILITY P A R T N E R S H I P. NAME: INSLEY & DOUTHAT, LLP. Registration filed with Secretary of State (SSNY) December 29, 2011. Office location: 55 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY, Clinton County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLP upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLP, 55 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Purpose: practice of law.

NCM-1/28-3/3/126TC-21541 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION of LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ( LLC ) Name: SADDLE SHOE TOURS LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York ( SSNY ) on 01/04/2012 Office Location: Clinton County. 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: SADDLE SHOE TOURS LLC, 325 NORTH END AVENUE, #11O, NEW YORK, NY 10282.

NCM-1/28-3/3/126TC-21543 ----------------------------BLUE CUBE AVIATION LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/19/12.

Office location: Clinton Co. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/30/11 SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC 119 Rockland Center Ste 116 Nanuet, NY 10954.

DE address of LLC: 108 W 13th ST Wilmington, DE 19801.

Arts. Of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, PO Box 898 Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: any lawful activity.

NCM-2/4-3/10-6TC21576 -----------------------------

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MOUSE SPIDER PRODUCTIONS LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/4/12. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 182 Bennett Ave. Apt. 4F New York, NY 10040. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

NCM-2/4-3/10/126TC-21577 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF C A L C O M PROPERTIES LLC, Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State, New York (SSNY) on August 17, 2006.

Office location: Clinton County, NY. SSNY shall mail process to c/o The LLC, 203 Pleasant St, Peru, NY 12972. Purpose: any lawful activity.

NCM-2/4-3/10/126TC-21588 -----------------------------

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SUVS

1995 GMC YUKON 4x4, runs good, needs muffler, loaded, Dark Green, good tires, $2000 OBO, Keeseville, NY 518261-6418

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You, Your Family or Your Friends could need the services of any of the 39 Partner Agencies at any time..

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16 - North Countryman

February 4, 2012

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Route 9 • Elizabethtown, NY • www.adirondackauto.com • adirondackchevy@yahoo.com

2011 Buick Lacrosse CXS

2012 Chevy Malibu LT

2012 Chevy Impala LT

$4,800e!

Off Pric

$4,780e!

$5,500e!

Off Pric

Off Pric

CQ241, Bluetooth, Moonroof, Navigation, Onstar, XM Radio, Loaded!

MSRP......................$37,900 Adk Chevy Disc..........-1,300 Rebate........................-3,500

CR71, CR91, Onstar, XM Radio, Remote Starter, Bluetooth, Loaded!

(2 In Stock) MSRP......................$24,985 Adk Chevy Disc.............-780 Rebate........................-4,000

YOUR PRICE

$

33,100 CR99, Onstar, XM Radio, Fully Loaded

Check out the all new

MSRP......................$28,305 Adk Chevy Disc.............-505 Rebate........................-4,500

20,205 2012 Chevy Sonic!

ime Free Lifet ctions NYS Inspe with any !

Purchase

YOUR PRICE $22,800

Ask Abou t Financing for Up to 72 mon ths

0%

CR25, Fully loaded!

Great fuel economy and in our showroom!

2012 Chevy 1500 4x4 CR92, Reg. Cab, 5.3L V8, Snowplow Prep, HD Trailer Pkg., AC, Cruise, PW, PL

$4,858e!

Off Pric

MSRP.......................$30,355 Adk Chevy Disc..............-858 Rebate........................-4,000

$

YOUR PRICE

YOUR PRICE

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2012 Chevy 1500 Ext. LS $5,650e!

2011 Chevy Malibu 2LT

$

25,497

CR57, 4x4, Loaded, HD Trailer Pkg.

Off Pric

CP240, Leather Heated Seats, OnStar, XM Radio

MSRP.......................$34,350 Adk Chevy Disc...........-1,650 Rebate.........................-4,000

21,880

$

YOUR PRICE

28,700

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2007 Chevy Aveo LS 4 Dr.

2007 Chevy 1500 Ext. Cab 4x4 LT

2010 Dodge Caliber SXT

AP1227B, Auto, Air, Cruise

CQ316A, 8’ Box! Fully Loaded

CP230, Fully Loaded, Satelite Radio (also in Black)

40 40 MPG MPG

$

6,980

$ OR

122*

/MO.

$

18,980

$ OR

313*

/MO.

$

14,980

$ OR

239*

/MO.

2009 Pontiac Vibe AWD

2002 Isuzu Rodeo AWD

2005 Buick Rendezvous CXL

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan

AM44A, Fully Loaded, OnStar, XM Radio

CQ31B, Auto, Fully Loaded! Moonroof

CQ320A, AWD, Fully Loaded, Rear DVD, OnStar

CP239, “Crew” Pkg, DVD, Leather, Fully Loaded

$

15,480

$ OR

256*

$

/MO.

5,200

$

7,980

$ OR

157*

/MO.

$

21,880

$ OR

21400

*TAX, TITLE, REG. NOT INCLUDED. ††10,000 MILES PER YEAR/48 MONTH LEASE.

352*

/MO.

2008 Chevy Impala LT

2011 Chevy Tahoe LT

2001 Nissan Xterra

2008 Chevy Equinox AWD Sport

CP228 OnStar, XM Radio, Fully Loaded

CP241, Leather, Fully Loaded, XM Radio, OnStar

CQ286A, 4x4, Auto, V6, Fully Loaded

CR50A, Leather Heated Seats, OnStar, XM Radio, Fully Loaded!

Low Low Miles!

Miles!

*

$

$

*

$

*

*Tax, title, reg. not included. †12,000 miles per year, 48 month lease.

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$ $ 35,480 15,980 OR 264 /MO. 6,950 OR 218 /MO. 14,980 OR 243 /MO. GREAT SELECTION OF TRUCKS & SUVS Give Buzzy, Bruce or Bucky a call today for more great everyday savings! 518-873-6389 $