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SUMMARY:February 2022 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Richard P. Jansson
DESCRIPTION:RICHARD PAUL JANSSON\n1936-2020 \n \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nRichard Paul Jansson was born on July 23\, 1936 in Yonkers\, New York to the late Sven and Violet Jansson. He was the brother of Wesley\, Edith\, David\, and the late Ernest\, Florence and William\, and half-brother to Mary. \nEDUCATION:\nRichard grew up in Averill Park\, New York and attended Averill Park High School from 1950-1953. \nHISTORY:\nRichard enlisted in the United States Navy on August 23\, 1954 in Albany\, New York. He was assigned to the U.S.S. Antietam CVS-36 and went on to serve in the United States Naval Reserves until August 22\, 1962. \nPERSONAL:\nWhen Richard was a young man\, he met the love of his life\, Joan Ogden\, and on May 19\, 1956 they got married. They were married for over 63 loving years until sadly Joan passed away in 2019. They will both be dearly missed by their daughters Brenda and Deborah; grandchildren Terrence\, Ricky\, Amber and Brandon; and great-grandchildren Brittney\, Ricky\, Jr.\, Julian\, Jennifer\, Bentley\, Jesse\, Riley and Erica. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nFor many years\, Richard worked as a firefighter for Electric Boat. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nRichard liked skeet shooting\, hunting\, fishing and bowling. After retirement\, he enjoyed spending time at the Colchester Senior Center playing cards and Pinnacle. He also drove as a school bus driver for handicapped children in retirement. Above all\, Richard loved spending time with his family and friends. \nSadly\, on January 22\, 2020 Richard passed away.
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/february-2022-honor-a-deceased-veteran-2/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220208T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211210T232541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T010939Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Meeting February 2022
DESCRIPTION:Certified Packet 2-8-22 \nMeeting agenda’s will be made available prior to this meeting. \nFor a copy of the meeting agenda\, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880. \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY. \nFor more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-february-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220119
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211210T230814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T230814Z
UID:2189-1642377600-1642550399@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-18/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220111T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211210T232020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T184548Z
UID:2153-1641924000-1641931200@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting January 2022
DESCRIPTION:Certified Packet 1-11-22 \n  \nMeeting agenda’s will be made available prior to this meeting. \nFor a copy of the meeting agenda\, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880. \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY. \nFor more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-january-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220110T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220110T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211210T203644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T213055Z
UID:2162-1641801600-1641805200@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:January 2022 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Thomas P. Digiorgio
DESCRIPTION:  \nTHOMAS PETER DIGIORGIO\n1931-2021 \n \n  \nFAMILY HISTORY: \nThomas “Tom” Peter DiGiorgio was born on June 8\, 1931 in Elizabeth\, New Jersey to the late Pietro and Agostilia Roccatani DiGiorgio\, who instilled in him the values of hard work\, fairness to all\, a love of good home-cooking and some homemade vino. He was the brother of Carlo DiGiorgio and the late Anna Romel. \nEDUCATION: \nIn 1950\, Tom trained as a cabinetmaker at Thomas Edison High School. \nHISTORY: \nTom enlisted in the United State Navy on May 29\, 1951 in New York\, New York. He served aboard the USS Willard Keith\, DD-775 as a metalsmith. For his service\, Tom was awarded the National Defense Ribbon\, Navy Occupation Medal\, Korean Medal and the United Nations Medal. Tom separated from the United States Navy on April 22\, 1955. \nPERSONAL: \nTom was married to Beatrice Annarelli from 1957-1994\, and together they had 4 children; Diane\, Peter\, Thomas and Patricia\, and 5 grandchildren; Kaitlin\, Thomas\, Kristin\, Bradley\, and Ryan. Tom was predeceased by his partner of many years\, Anne Popielarski. \nTom has lived all over the Eastern part of the United States. After growing up in Elizabeth\, New Jersey\, Tom went on to raise his family in Rockaway Beach\, New York and Coram\, Long Island. He later relocated to the Poconos before moving to Castleton\, New York in 2015 to live with his daughter\, Diane due to his advancing dementia. \nWORK EXPERIENCE: \nTom was an accomplished carpenter and jack-of-all-trades. He was a self-employed carpenter/builder\, a proprietor of Dee’s Hardware and Lumber in Coram\, New York and a construction manager on numerous projects; including homes\, restaurants and gas stations in the Eastern United States. Tom didn’t let much slow him down\, and he continued working\, building and remodeling well into his 80’s. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS: \nTom loved the beach\, listening to music\, bantering in Italian and sharing time with loved ones. He also loved ballroom dancing and was active in the amateur dance circuit in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Tom won many dance competitions\, and in 2018 he received a Veterans Creative Arts Recognition for his dancing. \nTom loved life and never had a dull moment. In 2005\, Tom and his family took a trip to his ancestral village of Priverno\, Italy to visit extended family\, and in 2017\, Tom and his daughter had the honor of participating in a Veteran’s Patriot Flight to Washington DC to visit memorials. \nSadly\, on January 10\, 2021 Tom passed away.
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/january-2022-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220104T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211217T195115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T200941Z
UID:2242-1641319200-1641326400@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Special Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Certified Packet 1-4-22 \nSPECIAL 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 4\, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.   \nThe purpose of this meeting is to conduct the 2022-2025 Organization\, pursuant to Section 2.05 of the Rensselaer County Charter 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\, 1600 7th Avenue\, Troy\, New York. \n Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/special-meeting-5/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220101
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T191715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T233254Z
UID:1941-1640908800-1640995199@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- New Year Holiday Observed
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211221T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211105T193310Z
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SUMMARY:Special Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 21\, 2021 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\, 1600 7th Avenue\, Troy\, New York. \nJessica L. Charette\, Clerk\nRensselaer County Legislature \nCertified Packet 12-21-21 \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/special-meeting-12-21-2021/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211214T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T191602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T191252Z
UID:1923-1639504800-1639512000@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting December 14\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Certified Packet 12-14-21 \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-december-12-2021/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211213T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211213T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T185932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T201314Z
UID:1903-1639384200-1639386000@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Thomas S. Ostrowski December 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran
DESCRIPTION:THOMAS STANLEY OSTROWSKI\n1943-2018 \n \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nThomas “Tom” Stanley Ostrowski was born on April\, 7 1943 in Brooklyn\, New York to the late Frances Ostarch Ostrowski and Bruno Ostrowski\, and was the brother of the late Barbara Ostarch Rothrock. \nEDUCATION:\nTom was raised in Catskill\, New York\, where he graduated from St. Patrick’s Elementary and High School before moving to Troy\, New York. He also went on to graduate from Hudson Valley Community College and the College of St. Rose\, earning a degree in business and computer. \nHISTORY:\nTom enlisted in the United States Navy on October 11\, 1966 in Buffalo\, New York\, serving with the rank of petty officer second class as a draftsman. For his service\, Tom was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon. He was honorably discharged from the Navy on July 1\, 1970. \nPERSONAL:\nOn May 24\, 1969\, Tom married his wife\, Susan Ann Mangione at Sacred Heart Church in Troy\, New York. He is the beloved father of Kristen Ostrowski Caird\, Stephanie Ostrowski and Thomas J. Ostrowski\, grandfather to Abbilyn\, Natalie\, Emily and Teegen and also survived by several nieces\, nephews\, cousins and friends. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nTom was employed by General Electric in the large stream turbine division as an engineer draftsman for 32 years. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nTom was an active member of the community. He was a member of Trout Unlimited Home Waters Chapter\, Early Engine Club of Schaghticoke\, Trout Unlimited Fly Fishing Instructor\, and was a Sacred Heart communicant\, usher\, money counter and helped with bingo. Tom was an avid fisherman\, fly tyer\, photographer\, woodworker\, bird house maker\, and the greatest grandfather. \nSadly\, on October 1\, 2018 Tom passed away. \nHonor A Deceased Veteran Ceremony will be held in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature. \nFor questions or application information\, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880. \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/december-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211130T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211130T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211117T224734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T205251Z
UID:2154-1638295200-1638297000@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Special Meeting to Adopt 2022 Budget
DESCRIPTION:  \nCertified Packet Special 11-30-21 Budget \nTo request a copy of the Meeting Agenda\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \nSPECIAL 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\, November 30\, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.  The purpose of this meeting is to act upon the proposed 2022 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\, 1600 7th Avenue\, Troy\, New York. \nJessica L. Charette\, Clerk\nRensselaer County Legislature \n  \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/special-meeting-to-adopt-2022-budget/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211127
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T191528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T193144Z
UID:1934-1637884800-1637971199@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- Thanksgiving Holiday
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211126
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T191445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T193225Z
UID:1933-1637798400-1637884799@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- Thanksgiving
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211116T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20211105T193854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T193854Z
UID:2145-1637083800-1637092800@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing November 16\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING \n 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\, 1600 7th Avenue\, Troy\, New York on Tuesday\, November 16\, 2021\, at 5:30 p.m. regarding the changes proposed by the Finance Committee of the Rensselaer County Legislature to the 2022 Rensselaer County Tentative Budget. \n  \n ______________________________ \nJessica L. Charette\, Clerk\nRensselaer County Legislature \n  \n Dated: November 5\, 2021 \n  \nState of New York  )\nCounty of Rensselaer)   SS: \n  \nI\, 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. \nIN WITNESS WHEREOF\, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County Legislature of the County of Rensselaer\, this 5th day of November\, 2021. \n ___________________________________ \nJessica L. Charette\, Clerk \nRensselaer County Legislature \nCounty of Rensselaer \nState of New York \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/public-hearing-november-16-2021-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211112
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T191351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T193254Z
UID:1932-1636588800-1636675199@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- Veterans Day
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211109T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T190649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T192357Z
UID:1913-1636480800-1636488000@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting and Public Hearing November 9\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Packet 11-9-21 \n  \nNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING \nPLEASE 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\, 1600 7th Avenue\, Troy\, New York on Tuesday\, November 9\, 2021\, at 5:30 p.m. regarding the 2022 Rensselaer County Tentative Budget. \n ______________________________ \nJessica L. Charette\, Clerk\nRensselaer County Legislature \n  Dated: October 22\, 2021 \n  \nState of New York  )\nCounty of Rensselaer)   SS: \n 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. \nIN WITNESS WHEREOF\, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County Legislature of the County of Rensselaer\, this 22nd October\, 2021. \n  \n ___________________________________ \nJessica L. Charette\, Clerk\nRensselaer County Legislature\nCounty of Rensselaer\nState of New York \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-september-14-2021/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211108T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211108T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T185912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T201922Z
UID:1902-1636360200-1636362000@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Nathan J. Snyder November 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran
DESCRIPTION:NATHAN J. SNYDER\n1995-2018 \n \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nNathan John Snyder was born on February 20\, 1995 in Troy\, New York. He is the son of Linda Fryer (Brett McNab) and Timothy Snyder\, and stepson to Nicole Cassino. Nathan was the brother of Kristyn (Gary) Donnelly\, Stephanie (Jeff) Snyder\, Noah Snyder\, twin brother to Nicholas (Morgan) Snyder\, Brandon McNab and Cassandra McNab; grandson of John (Kathy) Snyder\, Pamela Hester and the late Donald and Alice Fryer; great-grandson of Lou Verinini; great-nephew of Carol Borst; nephew to David (Sue) Fryer\, Ruth Greminger\, Sue (Ed) Nestler\, Karen Warner\, and Laura (Patrick) Hegarty; cousin to Shea Hegarty\, Addison Hegarty\, Lori Jubic\, Kelly Mohl\, Tyler Greminger\, Michael Warner\, and Josh Fryer; uncle to Marley\, Annie\, Kennady\, Chase and the late Allie; and friend to Donna Gaito\, Bob Gaito\, and Sean Cook. \nEDUCATION:\nNathan grew up and resided in North Greenbush\, New York and attended schools in the Averill Park School District. He graduated from Averill Park High School in 2013. \nHISTORY:\nNathan enlisted in the United States Army on August 20\, 2013 in Albany\, New York. He served as an infantryman and served in Afghanistan from January of 2015 until October of 2015. Nathan was the recipient of many awards during his enlistment\, which included the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star\, Army Commendation Medal\, Army Achievement Medal\, Meritorious Unit Commendation\, Army Good Conduct Medal\, National Defense Service Medal\, Army Service Ribbon\, NATO Medal\, Combat Infantry Badge\, and the Air Assault Badge. Nathan was honorably discharged in 2016. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nBefore Nathan tragically passed away\, he had been working at the Troy Post Office\, and was in the process of reenlisting in the Army. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nNathan was also survived by his canine companions Sky\, Hudson and Koby. \nNathan enjoyed snowmobiling\, snowboarding\, hiking\, fishing\, and loved fitness activities.  He was a member of the East Greenbush VFW Post 7338. \nHonor A Deceased Veteran Ceremony will be held in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature. \nFor questions or application information\, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880. \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/november-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211012T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T190803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T181818Z
UID:1922-1634061600-1634068800@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting October 12\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeeting Packet 10-12-21 \n  \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-october-12-2021/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211012T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211012T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T185850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T181334Z
UID:1901-1634027400-1634029200@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:James Howard Miner October 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran
DESCRIPTION:JAMES HOWARD MINER\n1940-2017 \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nJames Howard Miner was born on April 6\, 1940 in Ticonderoga\, New York to Charles Miner and Dorothy (Barber) Miner. He was the brother of the late Donald Miner\, who served in the United States Navy. \nEDUCATION:\nJames graduated from Hoosick Falls (Wood Memorial) High School in 1957\, and then went on to attend Hudson Valley Community College. \nHISTORY:\nJames enlisted in the United States Army on September 23\, 1963 in Albany\, New York\, serving with the rank of Specialist 4 E-4 during the Vietnam War. For his courageous service during the War\, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and the Marksman Badge (Rifle M-1 and M-14). He separated from the Army on September 22\, 1969. \nPERSONAL:\nJames was also a devoted family man\, and loved to spend time with his partner and best friend of 27 years\, Gale E. Leva\, and their combined family which consisted of six children\, Brett (Natalie)\, Jason (Ami)\, Cherie\, Joseph\, Charles\, and Nicole (Martin); and 11 grandchildren\, David\, Zack\, Chad\, Timothy\, Samantha\, Madison\, Asher\, Elizabeth\, Janessa\, Alyssa and Silas. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nJames was employed by Wood Flong Corporation in Hoosick Falls\, New York for 20 years as a Haynes Ford sales manager and salesperson. He also was a part owner of M&M Liquors in Greenwich\, New York\, a truck manager for Morrison Chevrolet in Bennington\, Vermont\, a salesperson for Independent Homes\, Inc.\, and spent 30 years as a bartender for special events. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nJames loved boating\, golf\, fishing\, traveling and screaming at football games. He was an active member of the community and belonged to several organizations. He was a School Board member for 19 years\, President of the local union Wood Flong Corp\, Past Treasurer of Hoosick Falls Little League\, Hoosick Falls Country Club Board member and Golf and Handicap chairman\, Lifetime member of St. Stanislaus\, Hoosick Falls Kiwanis Club President and a member of the American Legion. James spent many of his last years seeing America in his motor home accompanied by his love\, Gale. \nSadly\, on April 11\, 2017 James passed away. \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/october-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211012
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T191009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T193334Z
UID:1928-1633910400-1633996799@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- Columbus Day
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-13/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210914T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T194324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T234036Z
UID:1925-1631642400-1631649600@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting and Public Hearing September 14\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:  \nCertified Packet – 9-14-21 \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \nNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING \n The Rensselaer County Legislature will hold a public hearing to discuss the RENSSELAER COUNTY HOMEOWNERSHIP XI PROGRAM in accordance with 24 CFR 570.486 and New York State’s Citizen Participation Plan\, a Public Hearing will be held in the Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature at the County Office Building\, Troy\, New York on Tuesday\, September 14\, 2021\, at 5:30 p.m. to review the Rensselaer County Homeownership XI 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. \n______________________________ \n/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE\, CLERK \nRENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE \n  \nDated:  September 1\, 2021 \nState of New York  ) \nCounty of Rensselaer)   SS: \n  \nI\, 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. \nIN WITNESS WHEREOF\, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County Legislature of the County of Rensselaer\, this 1st day of September\, 2021. \n  \n______________________________ \n/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE\, CLERK \nRENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE \nCounty of Rensselaer \nState of New York \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-september-14-2021-2/
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SUMMARY: Arthur T. Judge September 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran
DESCRIPTION:ARTHUR T. JUDGE\n1920-1988 \n \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nArthur T. Judge was born on July 27\, 1920 in Troy\, New York to the late Arthur Judge and the late Catherine Morrissey Judge. He was the brother of Catherine Mulheren and Virginia Doin\, and the late Henry Judge\, Margaret Leathem and Patrick Judge. \nEDUCATION:\nArthur graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1937\, where he was an outstanding athlete. When he returned from military service\, Arthur went on to attend the Evening Division of Russell Sage College. \nHISTORY:\nArthur enlisted in the United States Army on March 11\, 1943\, serving with a rank of Sergeant during World War II in the 204th Combat Engineers Construction Battalion in the European\, African and Middle Eastern Theaters of Operation\, including the Ardennes\, Central Europe\, Normandy\, Northern France and Rhineland Campaigns. On D-Day\, Arthur and his company stormed the beaches of Normandy. He has been awarded five battle stars\, and is the recipient of the European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal\, Sharp Shooter Medal\, and the Good Conduct Medal. Arthur was honorably discharged on October 31\, 1945. \nPERSONAL:\nArthur married his wife\, the late Elizabeth Campbell on June 19th\, 1949 at St. Peter’s Church in Troy\, New York. He was the father of four daughters; Kathleen Stallmer\, Elizabeth Simonik\, Patricia Murphy and Maureen Kim\, one son; Arthur Judge and had 14 grandchildren. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nArthur was employed by the United States Postal Service for 25 years\, from 1947-1972. After he retired\, he went on to work as an Assistant City Assessor for the City of Troy for 11 years\, from 1975-1986. Arthur started out with the U.S. Postal Service as a clerk in 1947\, and then worked his way up to a supervisor. On July 28\, 1956\, the United States Senate appointed him Postmaster of Troy\, New York. At the time\, Arthur was the youngest person to be appointed to this position. Throughout his postal career\, Arthur served as President of the Troy Local Clerks Association\, a Legislative Representative\, State Vice President of the New York State Federation of Postal Clerks\, was a member of the National Association of Postal Supervisors\, and was a member of the National Association of Postmasters. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nArthur was an active member of the community and belonged to several organizations. He was a member of the Father Kelly Chapter\, the Disabled American Veterans and the Noble-Callahan Post\, American Legion. Arthur served as a member of the Public Service Division of the United Fund Campaign of the Mohawk-Hudson Area\, from which he was awarded a citation for community service in 1961. He participated in City Parades\, Troy politics\, and his church\, where he was communicant of Our Lady of Victory Church. Arthur was a history buff who enjoyed golfing and going to the race track on his free time.
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/september-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210907
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
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UID:1927-1630886400-1630972799@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- Labor Day
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210810T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
CREATED:20210107T190450Z
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UID:1912-1628618400-1628625600@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting and Public Hearing August 10\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING \nCertified Packet 8-10-21 \nPLEASE TAKE NOTICE\, Rensselaer County will hold a public hearing on Tuesday\, August 10th\, 2021 at 5:30 PM in the Legislative Chambers of the Ned E. Pattison County Office Building\, 1600 7th Avenue\, Troy\, New York for the purpose of hearing public comments on Rensselaer County’s community development needs\, and to discuss the possible submission of one or more Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications for the 2021 program year. The CDBG program is administered by the New York State Office of Community Renewal (OCR) and will make available to eligible local governments approximately $45 million for the 2021 program year for housing\, economic development\, public facilities\, public infrastructure\, and planning activities\, with the principal purpose of benefiting 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 alternative proposals. Comments on the CDBG program or proposed project(s) will be received at this time.  This hearing is being conducted pursuant to 24 CFR 570.486. Subpart I\, and in compliance with the requirements of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974\, as amended. The location of hearing is accessible to persons with disabilities. If special accommodations are needed for persons with disabilities\, those with hearing impairments or those in need of lingual translation\, should contact Linda von der Heide at 518-270-2921 at least one week in advance of the hearing date to allow for necessary arrangements. Written comments may also be submitted to Linda von der Heide\, 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, New York 12180\, Lvonderheide@rensco.com until August 10th\, 2021. \n  \n______________________________ \n/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE\, CLERK \nRENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE \n  \nDated:  July 28\, 2021 \nState of New York  ) \nCounty of Rensselaer)   SS: \n  \nI\, 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. \n  \nIN WITNESS WHEREOF\, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County Legislature of the County of Rensselaer\, this 28th day of July\, 2021. \n  \n______________________________ \n/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE\, CLERK \nRENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE \nCounty of Rensselaer \nState of New York \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-june-8-2021/
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UID:1890-1628497800-1628499600@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:John Russell Reitano August 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran
DESCRIPTION:John Russell Reitano\n1926-2005 \n \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nJohn Russell Reitano was born on February 6\, 1926 in Troy\, New York to the late Mary (Marvelli) and Anthony Reitano. He was the brother of Kay\, Antoinette and Angeline. John grew up in Troy and later resided in Colonie\, New York and then Mechanicville\, New York. \nEDUCATION:\nHe attended St. Peter’s School in Troy from 1930-1938\, Troy High School from 1939-1942\, and later went on to attend Troy Business School. \nHISTORY:\nJohn enlisted in the United States Navy on November 2\, 1943 in Albany\, New York and served during World War II with the rank of Seaman First Class. He received bootcamp training at the Naval Training Center in Sampson\, New York. John served as gunners mate with ACORN 45 in helping with the liberation of the Philippine Islands. John also helped secure\, repair\, and provide fire cover for Sea Bees who were rebuilding landing strips at Sangly Point. \nJohn served at many vessels and stations throughout his time in the Navy. This included NRS Albany\, New York\, NTS Sampson\, New York\, AGC Norva\, AGC Brooklyn\, New York\, SS Paulsboro\, ABATU Lido Beach Long Island\, New York\, ACORN 45 Port Hueneme\, California\, ACORN 45 San Nicolas Island\, NAS Navy 961 and PSC Lido Beach Long Island\, New York. He was the proud recipient of multiple awards; American Theatre Medal\, Victory Medal\, Philippine Liberation Ribbon and Asiatic Pacific Medal. John was honorably discharged from the United States Navy on May 7\, 1946. \nPERSONAL:\nOn September 26\, 1949\, John married his wife\, Dorothy (Berlingieri) Reitano. Together they have two sons and their daughter-in-laws; John (Frances) and Paul (Peggy)\, three grandchildren; Kate (Chris)\, Justin (Nicole) and Nicholas (Ashley) and one great-grandchild; Liam. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nJohn was a longtime produce manager for Price Chopper and the former Central markets\, and for a short time worked for Shop Rite and Wooltex. After retirement\, he enjoyed his job as a greeter for Wal-Mart\, where he was able to greet customers with his infectious smile and good will. \nJohn always had a love for music and was a bass and drums player. He was the well-known band leader for the Dixieland Ambassadors and Johnny Rei Trio. The Dixieland Ambassadors played in many Capital District parades and many other events. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nAlong with his music\, John enjoyed softball\, golf\, bowling and painting. He was an active member of Veterans of Lansingburgh\, past Commander of VFW Post 6928 in Mechanicville\, New York\, was a member of the Family Day in the Park committee since its inception and assisted with all the events and fundraising needs\, and was a member of the Italian Fraternal Society and the Assumption- St. Paul Church. John took part in the Family Day in the Park in Mechanicville\, the Troy Flag Day Parade\, and the Veterans of Lansingburgh Memorial Day Parade. \nSadly on March 21\, 2005\, John passed away. \n  \nHonor A Deceased Veteran Ceremony will be held in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature. \nFor questions or application information\, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880. \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/august-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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UID:1924-1626199200-1626206400@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting and HVCC Public Hearing July 13\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:  \nCertified Packet 7-13-21 \nLL Rensselaer County Animal Abuse Registry  \nLL Opioid Disposal \nLL Rens Co LL School (2) \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-july-13-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210712T083000
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SUMMARY:James J. Connell\, Jr.   July 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran
DESCRIPTION:JAMES JOSEPH CONNELL\, JR.\n1951-2019 \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nJames “Jim” Joseph Connell Jr. was born on October 28\, 1951 in Albany\, New York to the late James Joseph Connell Sr. and Alice Merhige Connell. He was the brother of Deborah Connell Renfrew\, Jean Connell Seney\, Michael Patrick Connell Sr. and the late Amelia. \nEDUCATION:\nJim attended Columbia High School\, where he graduated with the class of 1971 with a Regents Diploma. After graduating from high school\, he went on to attend SUNY at Morrisvile\, where he graduated with the class of 1974 with a degree in journalism and photography\, which were his passions. \nHISTORY:\nJim enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on October 3\, 1971\, and served as a rifleman until October 3\, 1977. He later joined the New York Army National Guard in 1981\, where he was a photo journalist. Jim retired from the New York Army National Guard on November 1\, 2011 with the rank of Staff Sergeant. He received at least 6 coins for exemplary service from both the Marine Corps and the New York Army National Guard. \nPERSONAL:\nOn April 27\, 1974\, Jim married his wife\, Gail Harwood Connell in Rensselaer\, New York at the First United Methodist Church. He is the beloved father of Christopher\, Dena\, Michelle and James IV\, and the beloved grandfather of Karlina\, Cheyenne\, Damian\, Savannah\, Breanna\, Angelina\, Alyssa\, Kiley\, Olivia. Logan\, Abigail\, and Casey whom he loved dearly. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nThroughout the years\, Jim worked as a freelance photojournalist for many capital district newspapers\, which included the Glens Falls Post-Star and the Amsterdam Recorder. During the mid- 1980’s\, he was the managing editor and monthly publisher for the Albany-Colonie Yankees Double-A affiliate. During Jim’ semi-retirement years\, he was a school bus driver for the city of Rensselaer for more than 3 years\, and was a 3rd base usher for the Philadelphia Phillies at their spring training site in Clearwater\, Florida. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nJim was a proud historian and author of “A Lonely Battle Stance” regarding the Civil War. He was a member of the 125th New York Volunteer Infantry and participated in reenactments of the Civil War. Jim enjoyed watching baseball games with his family as an avid NY Yankees fan\, coaching little league and softball for his children and grandchildren\, collecting baseball cards and memorabilia dating back to the 1930’s\, gardening\, his koi fish pond\, was a classic car enthusiast and was an eclectic artist. \nSadly\, on July 23\, 2019 Jim passed away.
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/july-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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UID:1895-1625443200-1625529599@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Office closed
DESCRIPTION:Office Closed- Independence Day
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/office-closed-11/
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SUMMARY:June 2021 Honor A Deceased Veteran - Howard A. Richards
DESCRIPTION:HOWARD A. RICHARDS\n1922-1987 \n \nFAMILY HISTORY:\nHoward A. Richards was born on January 16\, 1922 in Nassau\, New York to Charlotte (Hutchinson) and Abram Richards. He was the brother of Henry\, Everette\, Irene and Dorothy. \nEDUCATION:\nHe attended Martin Van Buren High School in Valatie\, New York\, and graduated with the class of 1939. \nHISTORY:\nHoward enlisted in the United States Army on November 11\, 1942. During World War II\, he served as a Sergeant and supervised 16 men in various aspects of firearms with Battery C 337th Field Artillery Battalion during his three year deployment. \nDuring his time in the Army\, Howard studied all known war gases\, their uses and effects\, and defense against them at Chemical Warfare School. He was awarded the American Service Medal\, European African Middle Eastern Service Medal\, and the Good Conduct Medal. On November 5\, 1945\, Howard was honorably discharged. \nPERSONAL:\nOn August 16\, 1942\, Howard married his wife\, Dorothy Karle. Together they have four daughters; Cheryl\, Corinne\, Claudia and Cindy\, and eight grandchildren; Jennifer\, Aisha\, Kam\, Jason\, Karlee\, Michael\, Christie and Robin. \nWORK EXPERIENCE:\nHoward worked as plumber for several years before enlisting. After being honorably discharged from the Army\, he resumed his career with the Plumber and Steamfitter Union Local No. 7\, and after 37 years of service Howard retired. Over the years\, he also worked at Shaefer Brewery in Albany\, New York. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:\nSpending time with his family was Howard’s favorite things to do\, along with camping\, fishing\, doing crossword puzzles\, and playing cards. He was also very active in the local veterans’ community and wanted to help however he could. Howard was a member of VFW Post No. 8162\, Nassau American Legion Post No. 1268\, and Kinderhook Elks Lodge No. 2530. \nSadly on August 2\, 1987\, Howard passed away. \nHonor A Deceased Veteran Ceremony will be held in the Legislative Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature. \nFor questions or application information\, please contact the Legislature at 518-270-2880. \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/june-2021-honor-a-deceased-veteran/
CATEGORIES:Honor a Veteran
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210608T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T232303
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UID:1869-1623175200-1623182400@www.rensselaercounty.org
SUMMARY:Regular Meeting June 8\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Certified Packet 6-8-21 \nMeeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers located at 1600 Seventh Avenue\, Troy\, NY.   For more information on the meeting\, please contact the office at 518-270-2880. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.rensselaercounty.org/event/regular-meeting-june-8-2021-2/
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