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notes from the SUPERVISORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OFFICE

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t took a while for summer to arrive in Guilderland this year, but once it arrived, it was here with a vengeance. With all the heat and humidity weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve experienced of late, I think we should all remember to be careful on those steamy summer days. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to avoid overexertion, and to stay hydrated. I also urge our residents to pay special attention to children in this weather, and to think of checking on senior citizens in their families or their neighborhoods.

One way to enjoy summertime is to make use of Guilderlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extensive network of Town parks.

Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a walk to the playground in one of our neighborhood-scale pocket parks, a hike on our 5-mile trail network in Tawasentha Park and the Winter Recreation Area, a visit to the dog park at Nott Road Park, or a refreshing swim in the Town Pool at Tawasentha Park, there are plenty of recreational opportunities available at little or no cost to our residents. On Thursday evenings at 7:30 in August, the Guilderland Performing Arts Center will continue its series of free concerts under the stars at its Tawasentha Park facility. I hope that many of you will find the opportunity to take advantage of some of these offerings.

August is also a busy month at Western Turnpike Golf Course. The course is in fine condition and the rates are always favorable for Guilderland residents. Call the Pro Shop at 456-0786 with questions, or to book a tee time.

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Congratulations to these new appointees.

People wishing to be married in Guilderland can obtain contact information for the Marriage Officers on the Town website, www.townofguilderland.org, or at Town Hall.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to make people who travel through Guilderland Center aware that the speed limit on NY State Route 146 within the Guilderland Center hamlet area was reduced to 35 miles per hour, effective July 18. This change came about when the Town undertook a neighborhood planning study, and received significant feedback from residents concerned about noise and safety. The reduced speed limit was initiated after discussion with the NY State Department of Transportation. The Guilderland Police Department will be regularly monitoring traffic flow through the hamlet, and will be enforcing the reduced speed limit.

I hope that all of our residents continue to have a safe and enjoyable summer season.

Kenneth Runion, Town Supervisor

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ear Readers-August is here; I can tell by driving down a very quiet Western Avenue during the day that many people are on vacation!! I hope everyone is having a good summer-the weather certainly is cooperating! It is a little quiet at the chamber which allows us to really plan our fall events well, and secure some great speakers for our business breakfasts.

Take a look at this schedule, and tell your relatives and friends who own businesses that anyone can come to our events and benefit from the speakers and attendees!

Thursday August 18, 8-9 am-The Women Business group Breakfast in the Road goes to Angela Evans salon, Belle Design Hair Salon, behind Starbucks Coffee down by the Sate University. This is free and a casual networking meeting with other working women.

Meet owner Angela, a locally renowned stylist.

Friday September 9, 7:30-9 amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x153;Really Using Linked In for Businessâ&#x20AC;?-Steven Jeffes and Cynthia Nagle â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Jeffes has 100+ Awards, Marketing & Business Turnaround Expert, Keynote Speaker, Published Author, and Nagle is a marketing strategist and ROI generator, with 15 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience planning and managing integrated marketing communications programs for clients in government, higher education, health care, financial services, and the military.

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from the RANDALL LAW FIRM 1777 Western Ave, Guilderland â&#x20AC;˘ (518) 869-1205

IS A MEDICAID TRUST RIGHT FOR YOU? Q. What is Medicaid?

A. Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps low income individuals pay for the costs associated with long-term custodial care, such as a nursing home.

Q. Does everyone qualify for Medicaid?

A. No. Because Medicaid is a so-called needs based program, it is only available to those whose assets and income levels meet the eligibility standards. This means you may have to spend down your assets before qualifying for Medicaid.

Q, When should I start planning for qualifying for Medicaid?

A. Right now. Congress has established a period of ineligibility for Medicaid for those who transfer assets. Currently the look back period is 60 months (5 years). In other words, if you apply for Medicaid within 60 months of transferring assets by gift or otherwise, those assets will be included for purposes of determining your eligibility for benefits. Therefore, the sooner a person begins planning, the more likely it will be that he qualifies for Medicaid before he actually needs it.

Q. What is a Medicaid Trust?

A. A Medicaid Trust is specifically designed to exclude some of your assets, e.g., your home, for purposes of determining Medicaid eligibility, allowing it to pass to your heirs when you die. With a Medicaid Trust you still have the right to live in your home and even sell it. If you sell your home while it is in a trust, the proceeds will go into the trust and will be excluded when determining Medicaid eligibility, which means you will not have to spend that money before you qualify for Medicaid.

Q. Can I protect any of my assets for my family while still qualifying for Medicaid?

A. Yes. If you are not in immediate need of long-term care, there are a number of planning techniques available to protect your assets for your family. One of the most useful is a Medicaid Trust.

Q. Are there other advantages to a Medicaid Trust?

A. Yes. If your Medicaid Trust contains property that increases in value (such as your home) your beneficiaries will receive the property with a step-up in basis at your death resulting in potential tax savings.

Q. What is a Trust?

A. A trust is a legal entity involving three parties: the creator or settlor (the individual who creates the trust), the person who holds legal title to the property (the trustee) and the persons for whose benefit the trust was created (the beneficiaries). The trustee must follow the terms of the trust.

Q. How do I know if a Medicaid Trust is right for me?

A. An experienced estate planning attorney will be able to evaluate your needs and recommend planning techniques that are right for you. Remember, for purposes of qualifying for Medicaid, it is never too early to start planning.

Bob Randall is a member of the New York State Bar Association, the Albany County, Rensselaer County and Schenectady County Bar Associations. He is also admitted to practice in Florida and is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). He is also admitted to practice in the U.S. Northern District Court, the U.S. Tax Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Denise Randall is a former New York State Assistant Attorney General and is an Adjunct Professor of Business Law and Estate Planning at The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York. She is admitted to practice in the U.S. Northern and Southern District Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.

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from the SCHOOLCRAFT CULTURAL CENTER 2229 Western Ave, Guilderland

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he Friends of the Schoolcraft Cultural Center are once again seeking the community to assist in preserving this important building by purchasing a commemorative brick in the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walkway.

The 19th-Century Schoolcraft House, once owned

by Congressman John Schoolcraft, is the only Gothic residence in Guilderland. The community is fortunate that neither suburban sprawl nor fire has destroyed this historic structure, and now people throughout the community have an opportunity to be a part of Guilderlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heritage. By purchasing an engraved commemorative brick, residents have the opportunity to establish a personal link to the process of renovating the house and insuring its future.

Please complete and return the form below if you are interested in a brick purchase. Also, please join The Friends of the Schoolcraft Cultural Center at the Schoolcraft House, located at 2299 Western Avenue (adjoining the Hamilton Union Church), from 10:30 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 10 for the Second Annual Schoolcraft Lawn Fest. Tour the property with Town Historian Alice Begley, see the progress made to date on restoration and plans for the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future, learn more about the history of the building and of the Town, and take home a collectible.

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Q & A with Caroline Cooney, President

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Q. What year did your business start?

Capital Gate Insurance Group was under the planning and building stage since October of 2010 and officially opened its doors for business on June 1st 2011. Our members have amassed over 40 years of experience in the insurance industry and in business and were trained by some of the best known companies in the area.

Q. Where are you located and were you always in the same location?

Our Agency is located at 1843 Central Avenue in Colonie at Route 155. Capital Gate purchased the building from Northern Industrial Services whom moved its manufacturing operations to Cohoes. The building is still home to The UPS Store and Jackson Hewitt Tax Service for those of you who may be familiar with the area.

Q. How and why did you get into the business?

I worked and was trained my entire adult career as a claims representative and personal lines customer service representative for many of the most wellknown independent agencies here in the area. With such a well-rounded and experienced knowledge base of the insurance industry, it was a natural progression to branch out on my own and offer what I have learned and my expertise to clients of Capital Gate Insurance.

Q. Do you have many regular customers? Is there anything specific that they are always coming in for?

The Agency is establishing very strong relationships with our new customers and are providing customer service that is second to none. Saving people money is what we do. We perform a full analysis of their particular risks, and work with our partnered insurance carriers to make sure that they get the best coverage at the best rate to properly protect their risks and to suit their individual needs. Our customers can be assured that we will continue to be there for them and to service and guide them as their needs change through time.

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Q. What hours are you open?

The Agency location is opened Monday – Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. We can also be reached by telephone, text, or e-mail during the evenings and on weekends for needed customer service or policy inquiries.

Q. What do you love most about your business?

What I love most about the business is saving people money based on the knowledge I have in the industry.

Not to mention I have met and befriended so many great people along the way too. At the end of the day our clients are very happy with the agency and our performance that we offer which inevitably helps their lives.

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Currently the biggest challenge with the business is balancing the social media and expanding into new markets within our projected growth budget.

Q. What do you want the community to know about you?

We live in the area here that we serve. Capital Gate’s core value is to build and sustain long-term relationships with our customers and to provide superior customer service to give people the personalized attention that a good agent should give. We work with the best insurance companies in the industry, and in doing so we are able to offer the best coverage and a much better rate that is usually associated with other captive agencies in the area. Auto, home, commercial, life…, saving people money is what we do!

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Back by popular demand is the one price admission ticket.

Everyone is looking for more bang for their buck and the Altamont Fair delivers! For only $15 this admission includes over 30 amazing and unlimited Reithoffer Midway rides from noon to closing. Reithoffer Shows has promised this year’s midway will be bigger and better than ever before! This one price paid admission for all patrons 36” and taller also includes show stopping performances, fun attractions and parking! Children under 36” tall are free!

What a tremendous value with so much to experience! Plus -save a $1 by ordering your tickets online at www. altamontfair.com. You can also pick up your tickets at area Price Choppers.

Perfect for families, perfect for date night!

There are so many exciting attractions, some familiar favorites and some new ones too! The unforgettable Robinson’s Racing Pigs are back and this time they swim! A live performance from the DiscConnected K-9, World Famous Frisbee Dogs show with outstanding Frisbee tricks with dogs rescued from shelters.

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Circus, the Two by Two Zoo and Bear Mountain Wildlife Show. Also, be sure to enjoy music being held all over the fair grounds. As always, don’t forget to enjoy the Altamont Fair’s fabulous fair food with a variety of vendors just waiting to serve you.

Looking for something fun and a little more educational? The Altamont Fair also features many historical museums such as the Auto Museum “Past, Present and Future”. This year’s exhibit will feature the only running VIM in the US and a one of a kind custom painting by Davis Davies as well as a great collection of old and new vehicles. Also included in our museums are the Farm House museum, the Chapel, the Village and Carriage museum and the Circus museum one of the finest educational and fun filled museums in the Northeast which includes the only 5 piece Circus band with mechanical musicians to be found in North America. Look back and see our ancestors lived and played.

The fair will be opening on Tuesday, August 16 with the ground shaking Battle of the Teen Bands and the Miss Altamont Fair Pageant.

Think you got what it takes to win? You can apply for any of these great competitions by going

Senior citizens don’t think we forgot about you, on Wednesday, August 17 senior citizens over the age of 65 will receive free admission until 4pm. Come join us for an exclusive performance by Colleen Pratt and enjoy courtesy transportation to get from event to event.

Fireworks! Thursday night will be popping, courtesy of Quick Response Restoration, for a fabulous firework display that will wow patrons throughout the fairgrounds.

General Rules: No Pets (Except Service Dogs) No Alcohol No Firearms No Skateboards No Bare Feet No Distribution of Political Materials No Coolers Backpacks Subject to Search

Stop by on Friday, August 19 for WGNA Country Day, with a special appearance by Steven L. Smith Band. Also appearing are local musicians Ramblin’ Jug Stompers, the amazing Back 40 Band and the Jessie Stewart Band.

Feeling lucky? Join us on Saturday, August 20 for Irish Day, with performances by the Schenectady Pipe Band and the Farrell School of Irish Dance. Headlining Saturday will be a live performance by Kevin McKrell and The Long Train of Fools.

Also appearing are Who’s Your Paddy, the Fighting 86’s and the Wild Rovers. Also featuring Irish Beer in the Grove Beer Garden.

Finally, Sunday, August 21 is please join us in the early afternoon for a a showcase of Christian Rock and easy listening. The Grove music stage will shift into the rocking sounds with the winner of the Battle of the Teen Bands. A great Fair week finishes with special guest Spuyten Duyvil; specializing in Music Americana, with incredible melody and complicated harmonies reminiscent of a distant time, yet so contemporary.

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to our website and filling out one of our online entry forms. There are so many competitions you can enter: baking, cooking, vegetable growing, art, and photography. Try your hand and win a blue ribbon!

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from GUILDERLAND MARTIAL ARTS

2563 Western Ave, Guilderland • (518) 690-1269 • www.guilderlandmartialarts.com

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NORTH EAST OPEN ALBANY, NY JULY 2011 Harrison Berezansky Joe Bufalini Victoria Carl Aiden Clark Sean Clark Matthew Dean Alexa DiCaprio Mary Ann Dunn Amelia Dunn Daniel Dunn Matthew Dunn

Kendall Fleming Ryan Gundermann Rishi Gupta Michael Hazaz Nick Ippolito Ethan Jackson Mya Konecny Joseph Kujawski Kaelyn Lawson Nicholas Mahar Jack Malone

Anthony Micare Lucas Mitchell Dilni Pathirana Andrew Prancl Colin Prancl Mete Rice Allison Rosa Amelia Rowland Sophia Stampalia Nicole Teaney Ryan Teaney

NEW YORK STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS NEW YORK, NY MARCH 2011 Bill Fleming Kendall Fleming Ryan Gundermann Kaelyn Lawson

Mete Rice Robert Rice Nicole Teaney

UNITED STATES NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS SAN JOSE, CA JULY 2011 Mete Rice

Robert Rice (This is Sam if you’ve read and not guessed.)

Master Rice owns Guilderland Martial Arts and holds a 4th degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. Master Rice is also a Math teacher at Guilderland High School. Guilderland Martial Arts offers classes starting at age 4 as well as an afterschool program and summer camps. For more information please call 690-1269.

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When you receive a blow to the lower part of your jaw, such as under the chin, your teeth clamp shut. The impact is absorbed and distributed by the mouthguard, thus protecting your teeth.

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he continuing support and generosity from our community has helped the Guilderland Lettermen Foundation (GLF) to grow and help support our Student-Athletes. In 2011, seven $1,000.00 awards were presented to the following Guilderland High School, multi-sport, StudentAthletes who maintained an above average academic standing and exemplified outstanding leadership.

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

TOGETHER, WE ALL GO FARTHER 5K RUN / 3K WALK & KIDS FUN RUN CAPITAL DISTRICT YMCA Welcome to the Guilderland YMCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 9th Annual Brenda Deer Memorial 5K Run/ WalN and Kids Fun Run to Eenežt Circle oI ChamSs throuJh our Reach Out Ior Youth camSaiJn The eYent is named aIter Brenda Deer who was a Guilderland resident and avid runner. She was a popular teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aide Ior si[ \ears at the Guilderland Elementar\ School and a mother oI three. Brenda was traJicall\ Nilled on -ul\ when she was strucN E\ a drunk driver as she was running with her husEand -ohn on Route 55. Brendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s morning runs with her husband were a part oI her dail\ routine.

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from CLANCY REAL ESTATE

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How To Get Your Home Sold In Just 23 Days!

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She discovered a unique marketing strategy that wasn't being used by their first agent. After their listing agreement expired, John and Mary began applying the simple tips outlined in the report and... 23 days later their house sold!

What Mary and John learned wasn’t any kind of magic. What they learned is there are specific techniques that can be used to sell a home quickly, for the highest price. But for some reason, some real estate professionals are unaware of them, or don’t make use of them. To get a free copy of this report, just call the free recorded message line below, and a copy of the report will be sent to you. In fact, we are so certain our systems will be successful we will guarantee it. Ask about the exclusive Clancy Real Estate Guaranteed home sale program!

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Animals Available for Adoption and Upcoming Events

Sierra - a sweet and gentle 6 yr old Shih Tzu mix.

She is about 24 lbs and up-to-date on all vaccinations.

Sierra is outgoing and wants to be around people, making her the ultimate companion! She loves her walks, car rides, and belly rubs. She is up for any activity and gets along with most dogs. If you hold her in your arms, she will give you kisses! For more info, contact Laurie at (518) 461-0251, or lhoff@nycap.rr.com.

Nosey - gentle, beautiful, cuddly, small-sized 5 yr old spayed female cat looking for a forever home. Her most favorite thing is to cuddle up on your lap or sleep next to your side, needing reassurance that she is not going back outside where she was found abandoned.

She enjoys the company of the other gentle cats in her foster home. Nosey is up-to-date on all her shots. Please contact Laurie at 518 461-0251 or lhoff@nycap.rr.com.

Junior – who can resist this handsome 3yr old neutered male Am. Bull Terrier. He is up-to-date on all of his vaccinations.

Junior is very sweet, and intelligent. He loves attention, car rides, going for walks, and belly rubs! Junior always aims to please and just want to be near you. He would be best in a home with older children, or in a home with an active single/couple. Please Call Jim at 355-0048, or Georgia at 439-9264, or email us at guilderhaven@mac.com, for more information.

SAVE THE DATE! October 6, 2011 – “Gathering of Friends” Fall fundraiser at Mallozzi’s Clubhouse at the Western Tpke. Gold Course. Silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, and wine tasting begins at 6pm, followed by door prizes, dinner, dessert and coffee/tea. Tickets are limited and are $35 per person. Come join us to celebrate our Ten Year Anniversary! Please contact, Sue at 861-6861, or Georgia at 439-9264 if you are interested in buying tickets, or sponsoring the event.

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Important Numbers Emergencies POISON CONTROL

911 800-336-6997

Ambulances: Voorheesville Area Western Turnpike Rescue Squad - Centre Drive Western Turnpike Rescue Squad - Carman Road

765-2344 456-3600 456-5144

Police: (Non-emergency) Altamont Police Department Guilderland Police Department New York State Police-Guilderland Substation

861-5480 356-1501 456-1118

Fire Departments: (Non-emergency) Altamont Fort Hunter Guilderland Guilderland Center McKownville Voorheesville Westmere

861-8171 355-2434 456-5000 861-8871 489-4340 765-4048 456-5200

Post Offices: Altamont Guilderland Guilderland Center Stuyvesant Plaza

861-6953 456-1400 861-5090 438-0773

Schools: Altamont Elementary Christ the King School Guilderland Schools Transportation Guilderland District Administration Guilderland High School Farnsworth Middle School Guilderland Elementary Lynnwood Elementary Pine Bush Elementary St. Madeleine Sophie Westmere Elementary

861-8528 456-5400 861-6434 456-6200 861-8591 456-6010 869-0293 355-7930 357-2770 355-7930 456-3771

General Information: Albany Better Business Bureau 1-800-828-5000 Albany County Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office 487-5100 Albany County Executiveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office 447-7040 Altamont Fairgrounds 861-6671 Altamont Village Hall 861-8554 Guilderland Animal Control Officer 356-1501 Guilderland Animal Shelter 861-6855 Guilderland Chamber of Commerce 456-6611 Guilderland Highway Department 861-5108 Guilderland IDA 356-1980 Guilderland Interfaith Council 456-5410 or 355-3000 Guilderland Parks & Recreation Department 456-3150 Guilderland Performing Arts Center 456-8604 Nott Road Park 869-9884 Park Superintendent 456-8220 Summer Day Camp (Tawasentha) 456-3475 Town Pool 456-4446 Guilderland Public Library 456-2400 Guilderland Town Hall 356-1980 Guilderland Transfer Station 861-6776 Guilderland Water & Wastewater Management Dept.

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340 Torquay Boulevard, Guilderland We sold this home in 71 days for 97% of the offering price. If you are looking for above average market results in the sale of your home, contact Fraida Varah.

Find out what homes are selling for in your neighborhood by going to fraida.com and clicking “What’s Your Home Worth” ...or call us at 438-9302

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