Public Forum- November 2023
2023-11-08 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
No more than three (3) persons shall be permitted to address the Legislature on the same subject and no person shall speak for more than five (5) minutes on such subject without the permission of the Chairperson. Speakers must be signed up by 6:00 p.m.
**Please Note** Speakers must be from Rensselaer County
Public Forum is held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .

For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Public Hearing
2023-11-09 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Public Hearing to review 2024 Tentative Budget
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, That pursuant to Section 5.03 B (3) of the Rensselaer County Charter, a Public Hearing will be held in the Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature at the County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, New York on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. regarding the 2024 Rensselaer County Tentative Budget.

November 2023 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Richard L. Butterfield
2023-11-13 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
Richard L. Butterfield
1945-2022
FAMILY HISTORY:
Richard “Rick” L. Butterfield was born on April 25, 1945 in Mansfield, Ohio. He was the son of Richard and Shirley (Larkin) Butterfield, and the brother of Sharon and Rodney.
EDUCATION:
As a child, Rick’s family moved to Averill Park, New York where he attended Averill Park High School, and then went on to attend The State University of New York where he received his bachelor’s degree.
HISTORY:
On September 30, 1963, Rick enlisted in the United States Army in Albany, New York. He was commissioned a second lieutenant upon graduation from Officer Candidate School at Ft. Benning, Georgia in March 1965 and sent to Vietnam as a Pathfinder Team Leader, 11th Pathfinders 1st Cav. Division. He saw combat in the battles at LZ X-Ray, LZ Columbus and LZ Albany-Ia Drang Valley, where he and his team directed helicopter resupply and medical evacuation and rescue missions. It was here that he was wounded and did not leave his team until all other wounded soldiers were removed from the battlefield. Rick served his second tour in Vietnam in 1968 as Captain and company commander of E Company, 2nd Battalion, 506 Infantry, 101st Airborne. His company conducted many combat operations. After recovering from injuries at Camp Zama, Japan he returned to Vietnam and served as Team Commander with the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Green Berets assigned to MACV-SOG. Missions from his unit were classified.
On February 10, 1970, Rick was honorably discharged from the United States Army. For his honorable service, he was awarded many personal awards which include the Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (6th Award), Armed Forces Reserve Medal (2nd Award), Army Service Ribbon, Parachute Badge, National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award), Army Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon (3rd Award), Combat Infantryman Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Special Forces Tab, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palms, and Vietnam Special Forces Jump Wings. After serving on active duty, Rick served in the New York Army National Guard as a company commander, Battalion Commander 2nd of the 105th Infantry, and as a Commander of the 1st Brigade, 42nd Infantry Division. Rick was breveted to the rank of Brigadier General upon his retirement in 1995.
PERSONAL:
On July 27, 2020, Rick married his wife, Cathy (Bullis) in Flagler County, Florida. He has three loving children: Lori, Hayden and the late Eric; and seven grandchildren: Emma, Robert, Grace, Kasha, Zoe, Hayden and Roan.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
After his years of service, Rick spent 35 years the New York State Police, serving from 1970 to 2006. There he received certification at the Canine Handlers Basic School with his K-9 partner Frey who was trained in explosives detection. Rick moved into undercover work as an investigator with CNET and the BCI, and also spent time as a Firearms Instructor, Rifle Sharpshooter, member of the Underwater Recovery Team and was the Police Benevolent Association Delegate, Troop G. After retiring from the NYS Police, Rick joined the Warren County Sheriff’s Office as Marine Patrol on Lake George and then was cross designated to go back undercover to work on a Task Force with NYS Police CNET where he again received commendation for his undercover work. Rick was awarded the NYS Conspicuous Service Medal, the NYS Military Commendation Medal, the NYS Aid to Civil Authorities Medal (2nd Award), the Long and Faithful Service Award (25 years), and was the third recipient of the Rev. Francis A. Kelley Home Town Hero Award in 2016.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Rick was the Commodore (1997) and a lifetime member of the Castleton Boat Club, lifetime member of the Nassau Sportsmen’s Club, past board member of Lebanon Valley Speedway and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans of Troy. He was a member of the Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club and enjoyed their annual Christmas visit to St. Margaret’s Center wearing his Santa hat.
Rick loved to work on and drive cars and motorcycles, and enjoyed riding his Harley cross country. He also liked boating, fishing, checking out new restaurants and spending time with his family, friends and his dog Harper.
Sadly, on May 16, 2022, Rick passed away.

Honor A Deceased Veteran Ceremony will be held in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature.
**Please note the new location: 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, N.Y. 12061.
For questions or application information, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880.

Public Hearing
2023-11-14 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Public Hearing to review 2024 Tentative Budget
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, That pursuant to Section 5.03 B (3) of the Rensselaer County Charter, a Public Hearing will be held in the Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature at the County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, New York on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. regarding the changes proposed by the Finance Committee of the Rensselaer County Legislature to the 2024 Rensselaer County Tentative Budget.

Regular Meeting November 2023
2023-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Meeting Packet 11-14-23
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Office closed
2023-11-23, 2023-11-24

Special Meeting to Adopt 2024 Budget
2023-12-04 18:00 - 18:30 UTC
Certified Packet 12-4-23
Budget Meeting Packet-
2024 Tentative Budget

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE, pursuant to Rule No. 1C of the Rules of the Rensselaer County Legislature and in accordance with the NYS Open Meeting Law, Section 104, a special meeting of the Rensselaer County Legislature will be held on: Monday, December 4, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to act upon the proposed 2024 Rensselaer County Budget and any other legislation filed in accordance with Rule 16C of the Rules of the Rensselaer County, in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush New York.
Jessica L. Charette, Clerk
Rensselaer County Legislature
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Public Forum- December 2023
2023-12-06 18:00 - 19:00 UTC

December 2023 Honor A Deceased Veteran- Roger W. Hogle
2023-12-11 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
DECEMBER 2023
Roger W. Hogle
1955-2012
FAMILY HISTORY:
Roger W. Hogle was born on October 2, 1955 in Troy, New York. He was the son of Robert and Annabell (Brand) Hogle, and the brother of Susan and Sharon.
EDUCATION:
Roger grew up and lived his entire life in Averill Park, New York where he attended Averill Park High School.
HISTORY:
After graduating high school, Roger enlisted in the United States Army in Albany, New York on April 8, 1974. He finished basic training and then attended a 70-week training course on NIKE Radar and Computer Repair at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, and went on to serve as a NIKE Track Radar Repairer in Korea. On April 7, 1977, with the rank of Specialist Fourth Class, Roger was honorable discharged from the United States Army. For his honorable service, he received the National Defense Service Medal, Sharpshooter Badge with Rifle Bar, and Marksmanship Badge with Grenade Bar.
PERSONAL:
Roger raised his two sons, Daniel and Dustin, in Averill Park where he lived and grew up on land that his family owned for generations. On August 4, 1994, Roger married his wife, Ann Colaneri, in Troy, New York. Through his marriage with Ann, he gained two more children: Angela and Kyle. Roger’s family continued to grow to include his loving grandchildren: Lauren, Jillian, Jarod, Lilly, Anakin, Asher and the late Daniel, Jr.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
After his time in the Army, Roger worked for Teledyne Gurley in Troy, New York before beginning his employment with CSX Transportation, where he gained a work family which he considered to be his “brothers” at the railroad.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Roger enjoyed life to the fullest, having no regrets, and created many memories with his family and friends. He was a great storyteller of his life experiences and had an easygoing nature. Roger liked to fish and spend time with his family including his cherished grandchildren and his loyal companion, Lucky.
Sadly, on July 3, 2012, Roger passed away.

Public Hearing
2023-12-12 17:30 - 18:00 UTC
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County Legislature of the County of Rensselaer, New York will meet in the Legislative Chambers, Rensselaer County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, New York on December 12, 2023 at 5:30 PM, prevailing time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing concerning the proposed Aeration Improvement Project for the Rensselaer County Sewer District No.1, together with any necessary site work and the acquisition and installation of furnishings, equipment, machinery and apparatus for the foregoing purposes, together with the preparation of planning, engineering and feasibility studies and review. The proposed work is detailed in the map and plan prepared by Ramboll f/k/a O’Brien & Gere Engineers, Inc., which is on file for inspection in the office of the Clerk of the County of Rensselaer located at 1600 Seventh Avenue in Troy, New York. The estimated cost of the project is $14,214,000. The County intends to fund and finance the project through NYSEFC and bond issuance. At this time, the estimated annual cost to be assessed to properties for these improvements is $0.00. At such public hearing, the Rensselaer County Legislature will hear all persons interested in this matter.

Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Regular Meeting December 2023
2023-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Certified Packet 12-12-23
Special Rules Packet
Meeting Packet 12-12-23
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Special Meeting
2023-12-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Special Meeting Packet 12-19-23

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE, pursuant to Rule No. 1C of the Rules of the Rensselaer County Legislature and in accordance with the NYS Open Meeting Law, Section 104, a special meeting of the Rensselaer County Legislature will be held on: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to act upon Legislation filed in accordance with Rule 16C of the Rules of the Rensselaer County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, New York.

Jessica L. Charette, Clerk
Rensselaer County Legislature

Christmas Day - Office closed
2023-12-25
Office Closed

January 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran - James F. Plog, Sr.
2024-01-08 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
JANUARY 2024
James F. Plog, Sr.
1926-2023
FAMILY HISTORY:
James F. Plog, Sr. was born on October 16, 1926 in Poughkeepsie, New York. He was the son of Arthur P. and Mary Ellen (Lattin) Plog, and the brother of Ellen, Arthur, Charles and Edward.
EDUCATION:
James grew up in Schenectady, New York where he received his education through the Schenectady Public School System.
HISTORY:
On June 6, 1944, James enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in Albany, New York. He served in the Pacific Theater and participated in the Occupation of Japan as a Mortar Crewman and Rifleman. On August 19, 1946, with the rank of Private First Class, James was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina. For his honorable service, he received the Good Conduct Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, Rifle Marksmanship Badge and the Honorable Service Lapel Button.
PERSONAL:
On October 25, 1947, James married his wife, Dorothy Ely in Bennington, Vermont before they moved to Cobleskill, New York while James was studying agriculture. Together they had three loving children: Paula, James, Jr. and Keith; grandchildren: Saara, Amanda, Kristine, Myles, the late Rebecca, and ten great-grandchildren.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
After his time in the Marine Corps, James became a herdsman and farm manager for the Vanderbilt family in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Throughout the years, James and his family owned their own dairy farm. They started with a Jersey farm and then later moved to a larger Holstein farm in Schaghticoke, New York. After selling his Holstein herd, James went to work for GE Silicones in Waterford, New York, from which he retired from in 1990.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
James was a life member of the American Legion, VFW, and Marine Corps League Detachment in Troy. He always enjoyed marching in the Uncle Sam’s Flag Day Parade and several other parades in the area. In his spare time, James enjoyed golfing, fishing, metal detecting, using his computer, learning how to play the piano and World War II books and documentaries. James’ greatest love was spending time with his family and his beloved German Shepard, Helga.
Sadly, on April 17, 2023, James passed away.

Regular Meeting January 2024
2024-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Certified Packet 1-9-24
Meeting Packet 1-9-24
Sp. Rules Packet
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Special Meeting January 30, 2024
2024-01-30 18:00 - 18:30 UTC
Certified Packet 1-30-2024
Sp. Meeting Packet 1-30-24
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE, pursuant to Rule No. 1C of the Rules of the Rensselaer County Legislature and in accordance with the NYS Open Meeting Law, Section 104, a special meeting of the Rensselaer County Legislature will be held on: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to act upon Legislation filed in accordance with Rule 16C of the Rules of the Rensselaer County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, N.Y.

Jessica L. Charette, Clerk
Rensselaer County Legislature

Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

February 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Pasquale F. Cancilla
2024-02-12 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
FEBRUARY 2024
Pasquale F. Cancilla
1921-2009

FAMILY HISTORY:
Pasquale F. Cancilla was born on March 10, 1921 in Troy, New York. He was the son of Joseph and Alexcina (Charbonneau) Cancilla, and the brother of Katherine, Josephine, Marie, Helen and James.
EDUCATION:
Pasquale grew up in Troy, New York where he attended and graduated from Catholic Central High School.
HISTORY:
On December 13, 1941, Pasquale enlisted in the United States Navy in Albany, New York, and on June 1, 1944 he reported to duty aboard the USS William Seiverling (DE-441), a John C. Butler-class destroyer escort. As a member of the crew of the USS William Seiverling, Pasquale participated in the invasions of Luzon-P.I., Iwo Jima and Okinawa. On November 3, 1945, with the rank of Yeoman Third Class, Pasquale was honorably discharged from the United States Navy. For his honorable service, he received the Philippine Liberation Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, the American Campaign Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with one Silver Service Star, the Good Conduct Medal, the Navy Occupation Medal with Asia clasp, the WWII Victory Medal and the Honorable Service Lapel Button.
PERSONAL:
On February 7, 1942, Pasquale married his wife, Elizabeth Danaher in Troy, New York. Together they had six children: Elizabeth, Barbara, Mary Lou, Janice, Joseph and Patrick, 20 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Throughout the years, Pasquale was employed by the Troy YMCA, the Rensselaer Boys Club, and finally Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he retired from the shipping and receiving department.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Pasquale was an original volunteer on the USS Slater and a member of the Destroyer Escort Historical Foundation. He was a former communicant, usher and Eucharistic minister at St. Patrick’s Church in Troy. He was also a past leader and member of the organizing committee for Boy Scouts, a manager for Babe Ruth baseball, a member of the Tibbits Cadets, the VFW in Troy, and an at large member of the American Legion. Pasquale enjoyed bowling, however his greatest love was spending time with his family.
Sadly, on November 20, 2009, Pasquale passed away.

Regular Meeting February 2024
2024-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
2-13-24 Certified Packet
Special Rules Packets 2-13-24
Meeting Packet 2-13-24
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

March 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Joseph F. Moore
2024-03-11 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
Joseph F. Moore
1910-1985
FAMILY HISTORY:
Joseph F. Moore was born on March 14, 1910 in Benton Harbor, Michigan. He was the only son born to Francis and Lela (Blanchard) Moore.
EDUCATION:
Joseph grew up in Benton Harbor, Michigan and St. Louis, Missouri, before his family relocated to East Greenbush, New York in the early 1920’s. He went on to attend Columbia High School for a short time.
HISTORY:
On April 7, 1944, Joseph was inducted into the United States Army at Ft. Dix, New Jersey. At Fort Dix, he began his training as a rifleman and was eventually assigned to Company G, Second Battalion, 71st Infantry Regiment, which consisted of three battalions, and was part of the 44th Infantry Division. In September 1944, Joseph departed the United States with the 44th Division for the European Theatre, where he would spend the next eleven months. On October 26, 1945 with the rank of Private First Class, Joseph was honorably discharged from the United States Army at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. For his honorable service, he received the Bronze Star Medal, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Presidential Unit Citation, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three Bronze Service Stars, the Army Occupation Medal with Germany clasp, the Good Conduct Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, and Honorable Service Lapel Button.
PERSONAL:
Joseph married his loving wife, Ethel (McGeough) in Albany, New York prior to being inducted into the United States Army. Together they had four children: Elizabeth, Lela, Francis and Ethel, and grandchildren: Vincent, Jeffrey, Greg, James, Diane, Kathleen, Vincent and Michael.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Also prior to entering the military, Joseph was employed by B.F. Goodrich in Albany, New York, where he worked for thirteen years, and went on to become the service station manager. After returning to civilian and married life, Joseph supported his family by returning to work for B.F. Goodrich. He went on to retire from there in 1972 after 42 years of employment.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Joseph was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Clinton Heights, and was an active member of the Melvin Roads American Legion Post #1231. In his spare time, Joseph enjoyed traveling and smoking his cigars.
Sadly, on February 28, 1985, Joseph passed away.

State of the County
2024-03-12 17:30 - 18:30 UTC
State of the County 2024 will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Regular Meeting March 2024
2024-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Certified Packet 3-12-24
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.
Meeting Packet
Sp. Rules Packet

April 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Thomas William “Bill” Killian
2024-04-08 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
Thomas William “Bill” Killian
1931-2023
FAMILY HISTORY:
Thomas William “Bill” Killian was born on April 8, 1931 in Troy, New York. He was the son of William and Phoebe (Jeavons) Killian, and the brother of Linda and Raymond.
EDUCATION:
Bill grew up in Troy, New York and received his education through the Troy Public School System.
HISTORY:
In 1951, Bill enlisted in the United States Navy in Albany, New York. He was trained as a Shipfitter, and served aboard the USS Baltimore (CA-68), the USS Lowe (DE-325), the USS Sierra (AD-18), and the USS Jason (AR-8). On September 2, 1971, with the rank of Shipfitter First Class, Bill was honorably retired from the United States Navy at San Diego, California, after twenty years of faithful service. For his honorable service, he received the Good Conduct Medal (Fifth Award), the National Defense Service Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars.
PERSONAL:
Bill married his wife, Patricia (Pitcher) on October 25, 1952 in Troy, New York. Together they had four children: Beth, Colleen, Thomas and Patricia Ann; six grandchildren: Matthew, Jason, Amanda, Christopher, Jonathan and Diane; and twelve great-grandchildren.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
After his retirement from the Navy, Bill continued to support his family through his employment with McKinney Steel Fabrications in Albany, New York, where he worked as a fitter/welder until his retirement in 1983.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
In his spare time, Bill enjoyed spending time with his family camping, taking cruises, and surf fishing.
Sadly, on November 22, 2023, Bill passed away.

Regular Meeting April 2024
2024-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Please note that due to equipment issues, only the the audio recorded for the April 9, 2024 meeting.
Certified Packet 4-9-24
Meeting Packet 4-9-24
Special Rules Packet-April 2024
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

May 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Carmen J. Ciccarelli
2024-05-13 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
May 2024
Carmen J. Ciccarelli

FAMILY HISTORY:
Carmen J. Ciccarelli was born on February 26, 1922 in Troy, New York. He was the son of Michael and Angeline (Pitaniello) Ciccarelli, and the brother of Frank, Alphonso, and Vito Ciccarelli.
EDUCATION:
Carmen grew up in Troy, New York and received his education through the Troy Public School System up to his Junior year when he left to help support the family.
HISTORY:
On November 17, 1938, Carmen enlisted in the Troy National Guard in Troy, New York.
PERSONAL:
Carmen was a proud first-generation Italian American Citizen, where his family resided at 7 Havermans Avenue, Troy New York which is just a few doors away from the Crab Garrison 1954. At the age of 16 with the prospects of war looming, Carmen lied about his age and enlisted in the National Guard. The Guard Unit was located at the Troy Armory on 15th Street.
Carmen was assigned to the 27th infantry Division, 105th Regiment, 1st Battalion, Company D. Company D was made-up of machine gun squads. Staff Sergeant Ciccarelli was a Company D machine gun squad leader. The 105th 1st Battalion was made up of many Troy residents.
On December 7th 1941 the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor and war was declared. The 27th Division was immediately mobilized, receiving additional training at Fort McClellan, Alabama and in early March 1942 the 105th Regiment 1st Battalion boarded the Steamship Aquitania for the crossing to Honolulu to bolster Hawaiian defenses.
In June 1944 the 27th Division was ordered to support the Marines in taking Saipan, the largest of the Northern Mariana Islands. This was planned as part of our island-hopping strategy to get closer to Japan so that long-range bombers could attack Japan’s home islands.
On July 7th as it looked like the US would secure the Island, thousands of Japanese emerged overwhelming the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the 105th. Carmen bravely stayed at his machine gun fighting off the Japanese, where he was later severely wounded. When the US forces recovered and fought off the attack Carmen was located. Sadly, on July 12, 1944, Carmen was killed in action. He was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart for is actions.

May 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Frank L. Ciccarelli
2024-05-13 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
May 2024
Frank L. Ciccarelli

FAMILY HISTORY:
Frank L. Ciccarelli was born on August 2, 1918 in Troy, New York. He was the son of Michael and Angeline (Pitaniello) Ciccarelli, and the brother of Carmen, Alphonso, and Vito Ciccarelli.
EDUCATION:
Frank grew up in Troy, New York and received his education through the St. Mary’s Elementary school and left Troy High in hos Junior year to help support the family.
HISTORY:
Frank graduated Officer’s Candidate School, Class 84 and attained the rank of Captain in the 86th Mountain Infantry of the 10th Mountain Division from 1942 to 1945. He fought in the Apennine Valley and Po Valley while serving in Italy. For his honorable service, he received the Bronze Star Medal, American Campaign Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal.
PERSONAL:
Frank married his wife, Rose Elizabeth (Bizzarro) on October 19, 1941 in Troy, New York at the St. Anthony’s Church. Together they had two children: Michael, and Carmen; four grandchildren: Frank, Joanna, Michael, and Jennifer.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Frank was employed by American Locomotive Co. in Schenectady in the early 50’s, and later employed by GE in Waterford, where he was a chief shop steward for 16 years, retiring in 1983.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Frank was a member and president in 1951 of the Italian Community Center in Troy and member of the Ciccarelli-Rae-Agars and Bevivino Veterans Post in Troy, and communicant of St. William’s Church in Troy. He was also a leader of Union 339, IUE.
Sadly, on January 25, 1990, Frank Passed Away.

Regular Meeting May 2024
2024-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Certified Packet 5-14-24
Meeting Packet 5-14-24
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

Public Hearing May 2024 Economic Development Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
2024-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Rensselaer County Legislature will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed applications to be submitted to the New York State Office of Homes & Community Renewal (HCR) for 2024 Economic Development Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) in accordance with 24 CFR 570.486 New York State’s Citizen Participation Plan and in compliance with the requirements of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.
The CDBG program is administered by the New York State Office of Community Renewal (OCR), and will make available to eligible local governments approximately $20 million for the 2024 program year for housing, economic development, public facilities, public infrastructure, and planning activities, with the principal purpose of benefitting low/moderate income persons. The hearing will provide further information about the CDBG program and will allow for citizen participation in the development of any proposed grant applications and/or to provide technical assistance to develop alternate proposals. Comments on the CDBG program or proposed project(s) will be received at this time.
The Public Hearing will be held in the Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature, located in the County Office Building, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, New York on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. to explain State regulations, review program activities and receive citizens’ comments on the program’s administration. All citizens are urged to attend and participate in the public hearing. Those requiring physical or lingual assistance to attend should contact (518) 270-2914.

______________________________
/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE, CLERK
RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE

Dated: April 19, 2024

State of New York )
County of Rensselaer) SS:
I, JESSICA L. CHARETTE, being duly sworn, depose and say that the aforesaid Notice of Public Hearing is a true and accurate summary of the proceedings before the Rensselaer County Legislature in connection with the matter contained therein.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County Legislature of the County of Rensselaer, this 19th day of April, 2024.

______________________________
/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE, CLERK
RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
County of Rensselaer
State of New York

Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.

June 2024 Honor A Deceased Veteran- Kelly Brother's: James, Francis, William, Donald, Charles, Robert and George
2024-06-10 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
June 2024
Kelly Family

Brother’s: James, Francis, William, Donald, Charles, Robert and George
FAMILY HISTORY:
James Kelly served his country in the United States Army from December 28, 1939 until he was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant on June 9, 1945. For his service, James was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, the American Defense Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star, the American Campaign Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.
Francis Kelly served his country in the United States Navy from December 5, 1940, he was stationed at Pearl Harbor when it came under attack. He was honorably discharged as a Chief Yeoman Acting on April 30, 1948. For his service, Francis was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, the American Campaign Medal, the American Defense Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star, the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one Bronze Service Star, and the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with three Bronze Service Stars.
William Kelly served his country in the United States Navy Reserve from March 20, 1944. He served on active duty during WWII and the Korean War. On March 13, 1971, Chief Petty Officer Kelly honorably retired from the United States Navy Reserve. For his service, William was a warded the Navy Occupation Service Medal, the American Campaign Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, the WWII Victory Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the Armed Forces Service Medal, the Korean Defense Service Medal, the Naval Reserve Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation and the United Nations Service Medal.
Donald Kelly served his country in the United States Army from August 20, 1946 until he was honorably discharged as Private First Class on January 13, 1948. For his service, Donald was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, and the Army Occupation Medal with Japan clasp. In 1949, Donald enlisted in the United States Navy, retiring honorably as a Radioman Petty Officer First Class on September 2, 1969. For his service, Donald was awarded a letter of appreciation, a letter of Commendation, and the National Defense Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star.
Charles James Kelly served his country in the United States Navy from May 29, 1951 until he was honorably discharged as a Seaman on August 13, 1954. For his service, Charles was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.
Robert Kelly served his country in the United States Air Force from the year 1953 until he was honorably discharged as a Technical Sergeant on August 31, 1973. For his service, Robert was awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon with four Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Air Force Commendation Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster.
George Francis Kelly served his country in the United States Air Force from October 15, 1954 until he was honorably discharged as an Airman Second Class on August 26, 1958. George was assigned to the 1607th Air Transport Wing which was stationed at Dover Air Force Base under Military Air Transport Service Command.

Regular Meeting June 2024
2024-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Meeting Packet 6-11-24
Certified Packet 6-11-24
Legislative Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 .
For more information on the meeting, please contact the office at 518-270-2880.
