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HILLSDALE NEWSLETTER
MAY 2015
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The Hillsdale Newsletter provides one of the most comprehensive listings of Roe Jan-area events and happenings around. There's usually a little news, gossip, and scandal, too. And history.
Just want the calendar of events? Click here.
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HILLSDALE IS FIRST IN COUNTY TO PASS CLIMATE RESOLUTION
In the presence of local Boy Scout Troop 752, Hillsdale became the first Town in Columbia County to pass a climate resolution. It acknowledges the economic, health, agricultural and other damages stemming from erratic weather and a destabilized climate.
Passed unanimously, the resolution calls on all levels of government to promote and encourage "a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels and their associated infrastructure, improvement in the efficiency of energy systems, and the development and installation of renewable energy systems."
And it states that the town "stands ready to work with any level of government to achieve these goals, that will in the process create safe, sustainable jobs and provide real, clean energy solutions for generations to come."
Hillsdale is already looking at savings from energy efficiency and renewables, but this will be a statement that, together with other such resolutions, can show popular support for more local action and help Congressman Chris Gibson get something done in Congress.
The resolution was presented by Iona Lutey and previously adopted by Hillsdale's CAC.
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OLD TOLL GATE SIGN SURVIVES
This early post card shows the sign that once hung outside the Hillsdale Toll House. Apparently the sign was moved to the Barrington Inn, very likely when the Columbia Turnpike closed in 1907. After the Inn burned to the ground in the 1960s, the sign resurfaced on the walls the Red Lion Inn. It hangs, a bit worse for wear, inside the pub. Read more about the historic Hillsdale Toll House.
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IN THE NEWS
On April 9, Hillsdale commemorated the end of the Civil Way on a chilly grey day that was attended by about 50 hardy folks. Rusty Elster of Boy Scout Troop 752 delivered a spirited reading of Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address and fellow Scouts, Jeff and Jon Frickey, presented a wreath that was donated by the National Park Service. Here's the article that appeared in the Register Star about the event. You can also read a bit of history about the Hillsdale and its Civil War monument.
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REQUEST FOR APPLICANTS: HILLSDALE CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Hillsdale Town Board and Conservation Advisory Council are accepting applications for membership on the Hillsdale Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) through June 15, 2015. The CAC is a five-member advisory body authorized by New York General Municipal Law, Article 12-F, Section 239-x. The CAC gathers and disseminates information, conducts research and makes recommendations to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals and Town Board on matters related to the development, management and protection of natural resources. More here.
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FLOWER POWER ON SUNDAY MAY 3
The sixth annual fundraiser for Hillsdale's town parks is on Sunday, May 3. It's not too late to buy tickets. Once again, brunch will be served at the Hillsdale Fire House by Carlucci-Simons followed by a brief presentation on native plants by Mark Fisher, Director of Horticulture at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Details here.
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CLEAN-UP DAY MAY 9
It's officially spring and that means it's time for clean-up. The Town of Hillsdale Garage on Old Town Road will be open on Saturday morning, May 9, 9 am to noon, to receive your discarded stuff. One load per Hillsdale resident. No exceptions. No household garbage, toxins, empty paint cans, old tires, or computer monitors. Cash and check donations will be accepted to support the Summer Youth Program. By the way, hazardous waste is handled at the County Highway Garage on Route 23B in Greenport. Check out their website for details.
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GRIEVANCE DAY MAY 28
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Assessment Review for the Town of Hillsdale will meet to hear and examine all properly filed complaints in relation to assessments of Real Property at the Hillsdale Town Hall, 2609 Route 23, on May 28 during the hours of 4 to 8 pm. More here.
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PROJECT MONARCH SATURDAY SERIES
Project Monarch is an opportunity for children, ages 5-12, and their families, to become "butterfly heroes" by learning about the Monarch Butterfly and by participating in activities to help save the species.
The monarch is the most commonly known North American butterfly. Sadly, its numbers east of the Rockies have declined by more than 90 percent since 1995.
Kickoff for the project will be at the Roeliff Jansen Community Library on Sunday, May 3, 11:30-1 pm, and will continue over several Saturdays. |
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