Public Forum
2018-12-05 18:00 UTC
Held in the Legislative Chambers

Joseph G. Campbell - Honor a Deceased Veteran Ceremony
2018-12-10
DECEMBER 2018
JOSEPH GREGORY CAMPBELL- HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
1911-1988

FAMILY HISTORY:
Joseph Gregory Campbell was born on September 1, 1911 in Colonie, New York to James David Campbell and Mary Aloysia Martley Campbell. Joseph was the brother of Margaret Campbell McLaughlin, James Campbell, William Campbell, Agnes Regina Campbell Preisser, Eleanor Campbell Krackeler, Mary Campbell Hyer, John Campbell and Vincent Campbell.
EDUCATION:
Joseph attended St. John’s Academy in Rensselaer, New York, graduating in 1930.
HISTORY:
Private First Class Campbell enlisted in the United States Army on March 3, 1944 during World War II. PFC Campbell served as a Rifleman 745 with the 71st Division, using an M1 rifle to take and hold enemy positions. Joseph was proficient in the use of other infantry weapons such as machine gun and mortar. He served 12 months in France and Germany and was awarded battle stars for the Rhineland and Central Germany Campaigns. Joseph was also the proud recipient of European African Middle Eastern Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the World War II Victory Medal. Joseph was honorably discharged on January 16, 1946.
PERSONAL:
On September 19, 1938, Joseph married his wife Henrietta Matson Campbell at St. John’s Church in Rensselaer, New York. Together they had three daughters, Barbara Campbell Daigle, Carol Susan Campbell Groark and Deborah Campbell Giordano. Joseph is also survived by seven grandchildren, Kathleen Parker, Sheila Cramer, Janice Griffin, Elizabeth Haar, James Groark, Eileen Hayes and David Giordano; and eleven great grandchildren, Joseph Giordano, Ethan, Christopher, and Rory Joseph Hayes, Mackenzie Cramer, Emma, Sarah, and John Groark, Gavin and Maci Haar and Michael Maynard Parker.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Joseph was owner and operator of Campbell’s Sunoco Service Station in Rensselaer, New York for more than forty-five years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Joseph was a member of the Gerard O’Neil VFW Post, Knights of Columbus and the EF Hart Hose Pumper 3 Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a member of the St. John’s Academy basketball team, where in 1930 they received an invitation to play in the National Catholic High School Tournament in Chicago, Illinois.
Joseph was an avid Trout fisherman, and he enjoyed growing vegetables in the family garden and traveling with his wife, Henrietta. Most of all, Joseph loved to spend time with his f

Regular Meeting and Public Hearing
2018-12-11 18:00
Public Hearing:
The Rensselaer County Legislature will hold a public hearing to discuss the RENSSELAER COUNTY HOMEOWNERSHIP 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, December 11, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. to review the Rensselaer County Homeownership 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.
Certified Packet 12-11-18

Special Meeting
2018-12-18 18:00
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 18, 2018 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.

Jessica L. Charette, Clerk
Rensselaer County Legislature

Office Closed
2018-12-25
The office will reopen- 12/26 at 8 a.m.

Regular Meeting Jan 2019
2019-01-08 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 1-8-19

Held in the Legislative Chambers

THOMAS J. GAYNOR - Honor a Deceased Veteran Ceremony
2019-01-14
JANUARY 2019
THOMAS J. GAYNOR- HONOR-A-DECEASED-VETERAN
1922-1997

FAMILY HISTORY:
Thomas J. Gaynor was born on August 29, 1922 in Troy, New York to the late Peter and Julia Hannan Gaynor. Thomas was the brother of Ann Maloney, Elizabeth Gaynor, Robert Gaynor and the late James Gaynor, Catherine Gaynor and Frances Saracini.
EDUCATION:
Thomas was a graduate of Troy High School and Sage College evening division, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration.
HISTORY:
Thomas enlisted in the United States Army on February 18, 1943 during World War II in Albany, New York. He served in the Pacific Theater and as a Surgical Tech. Thomas was the proud recipient of the WWII Victory Medal, American Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Thomas was honorably discharged on February 20, 1946.
PERSONAL:
On February 7, 1953, Thomas married his wife the late Ruth Ryan Gaynor. Thomas was the father of Thomas Gaynor, Jr., Ruth Minahan, Patricia Renna, Mary DeFiglio, Annette LaBarge and the late Rosemary Gaynor. Thomas is also survived by eight grandchildren, one great granddaughter and several nieces and nephews.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Thomas was a supervisor for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Inspection Unit in Albany for 15 years, retiring in 1987. He then worked part-time at Broadway News in Troy for several years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Thomas was a life member of the Watervliet VFW, a past commander and 30-year member of the Troy VFW Post #469 and a member of the Patroon Club. Thomas was also the Democratic Party Committeeman in the 13th ward of the City of Troy.

John C. Simonik - Honor a Deceased Veteran Ceremony
2019-02-11
JOHN CHARLES SIMONIK, SR.
1925-1984

FAMILY HISTORY:
John Charles Simonik, Sr. was born on June 21, 1925 in Plainville, Connecticut to Wallace M. Simonik and Catherine Fimonick Simonik. John was the brother of Edward Simonik, Wallace Simonik and Theresia Simonik.
EDUCATION:
John was educated in the Troy School District.
HISTORY:
John enlisted in the United States Army on October 10, 1943 during World War II at Camp Upton, New York. Pfc Simonik served with the 351st Infantry, 88th Infantry Division in the Rome Arno Campaign, the North Apennines Campaign and the Po Valley Campaign. He was a Light Mortar Crewman, assigned as a manipulated angular and deflection devices. Pfc Simonik became the recipient of the Purple Heart with one Oak Leaf Cluster after being wounded twice during his time in service; once at Mount Grande and then again at Castel del Rio. He also became the recipient of the European-African-Middle-Eastern Theater Ribbon with three Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge and World War II Victory Medal. Pfc Simonik was honorably discharged on November 7, 1945.
PERSONAL:
On May 1, 1948, John married his wife Joyce Ann Wentzel-Simonik in Sacred Heart Church. John was the father of two sons; John Charles Simonik, Jr. and Joseph Francis Simonik. John is also survived by two grandchildren; Joseph Francis Simonik and Stephanie Simonik and several nieces and nephews.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Before enlisting with the Army, John was employed with Behr-Manning Co. After discharging from the Army, John was employed with Niagara-Mohawk Power Corp. as an equipment operator, where he retired from after 36 years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
John was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church in Troy. He was a member of the 25 Year Club of Niagara Mohawk, the North Greenbush Post, American Legion and the Geerholt-Rehm Post, Veterans of Foreign Wars in Wynantskill.
John enjoyed reading, shooting darts and playing cards.

Edward J. Simonik, Sr. - Honor a Deceased Veteran Ceremony
2019-02-11
EDWARD JOSEPH SIMONIK, SR.
1928-2005

FAMILY HISTORY:
Edward Joseph Simonik Sr. was born on March 25, 1928 in Plainville, Connecticut to Wallace M. Simonik and Catherine Fimonick Simonik. Edward was the brother of John Simonik, Wallace Simonik and Theresia Simonik.
EDUCATION:
Edward attended Sacred Heart School from 1934-1943 and Troy High School from 1942-1945.
HISTORY:
Edward enrolled in the United States Merchant Marine, in New York, New York on May 18, 1945. On September 1, 1945, Edward graduated from the United States Maritime Service Training Station at Sheepshead Bay, New York. Edward served on foreign and inter-coastal voyages aboard the N.Y.U. Victory, the Texarkana Victory and the Amarillo Victory, as a Fireman/Watertender and Oiler. For his active service, Edward earned the Atlantic War Zone Bar. Edward left his service in the United States Merchant Marine in early 1946 to enlist into the United States Marine Corps. On April 30, 1946, Edward enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in Albany, New York. Pfc Simonik attended the Naval Air Technical Training Center in Memphis, Tennessee, for training as an aircraft mechanic. Pfc Simonik was honorably discharged on June 15, 1947.
PERSONAL:
On April 17, 1949, Edward married his wife, the late Betty Jane (Davis) Simonik in St. Augustine Church, Troy, New York. Edward was the father of one daughter; Kathryn Anne (Simonik) Pade and one son; Edward Joseph Simonik, Jr. Edward is also survived by a granddaughter; Audrey Pade.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Edward was employed with Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. as a supervisor in the Albany Sub Station Department, retiring after 38 years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Edward was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church in Troy. He was a member of the 25 Year Club of Niagara Mohawk, the Brunswick Elks, the Cossayuna Lake Association and the American Legion, Wynantskill Post.
Edward enjoyed fishing, hunting and building projects.

Regular Meeting February 2019
2019-02-12 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 2-12-19

Frank A. Papello Honor a Deceased Veteran Ceremony
2019-03-11
FRANK ANTHONY PUPELLO, JR.
1942-2004
FAMILY HISTORY:
Frank Anthony Pupello, Jr. was born on April 19, 1942 in Brockton, Massachusetts to the late Frank Pupello, Sr. and Elizabeth (Teceno) Pupello. Frank was the brother of Patricia Krafnickas, Betty Ann Ryan, William Pupello and Nicholas Pupello.
EDUCATION:
Frank attended Russell Sage College receiving his Bachelor’s in Business Administration degree.
HISTORY:
Corporal Frank Anthony Pupello, Jr. enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War on February 12, 1963 in Albany, New York. Corporal Pupello served as a Rifleman. He became the proud recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal and the National Defense Medal. Frank was honorably discharged on June 10, 1966.
PERSONAL:
On April 18, 1967, Frank married his wife, Lynn A. (Staats) Pupello. Together they had four daughters; Lynette Rossello, Lisa O’Connell, Joyce Pupello and Tina Pupello. Frank is also survived by his five grandchildren; Giovani Saldana, Kelsi and Andi O’Connell, Mason and Sam Bishop.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Frank worked as a salesman for Mohawk Tire in Massachusetts for 5 years. He was the owner and operator of Nassau Tire Co. for 20 years. Frank was also a Procurement Officer at the Watervliet Arsenal, retiring in 2001.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Frank was the past president of East Greenbush Rotary and Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the VFW Post #1019. He was a member of the East Greenbush Glee Club and Community Theatre, performing with the Spotlight Players for 10 years. Frank was also a volunteer at the Stratton VA Medical Center Hospital.
Frank enjoyed camping, and building models.

Regular Meeting March 2019
2019-03-12 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 3-12-19

Walter Bethel Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-04-08 08:00 - 08:30
WALTER HARRY BETHEL
1924-1942
FAMILY HISTORY:
Walter Harry Bethel was born on November 12, 1924 in Milford, Massachusetts to Walter Daniel Bethel and Natalina “Tillie” Donini Bethel. Walter was the brother of Olive, Robert and the late Doris.
EDUCATION:
Walter attended Cohoes High School.
HISTORY:
Walter Harry Bethel enlisted in the United States Navy on December 11, 1941. He was a Seaman 2nd Class, serving abroad the USS Ingraham. On August 22, 1942, Seaman 2nd Class Bethel along with his crew were sent on a mission off the coast of Nova Scotia, Escort (Convoy) duty. During the mission, USS Ingraham collided with the oil tanker, USS Chemung AO-30, Convoy AT-20; causing USS Ingraham to sink. Seaman 2nd Class Bethel was declared Killed in Action on August 23, 1943.
Seaman 2nd Class Bethel became the recipient of the Purple Heart, American Campaign Medal and the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal.
PERSONAL:
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Walter worked the running folding machine at Field & Hatch Knitting Co. in Cohoes.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Walter enjoyed boxing and baseball.

Public Hearing April 9, 2019
2019-04-09 17:45 - 18:00
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, Rensselaer County will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 5:45 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 2019 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 2019 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 April 19, 2019.
______________________________
/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE, CLERK
RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE

Dated: March 28, 2019
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 28th day of March, 2019.
______________________________
/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE, CLERK
RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
County of Rensselaer
State of New York

Regular Meeting April 2019
2019-04-09 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 4-9-19

2019 Electronics Recycling Event
2019-04-13 09:30
Recycle Day April 2019_Rensselaer_County

Clinton J. Winnie Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-05-13 08:00 - 09:00
CLINTON JOHN WINNIE
1929-1997
FAMILY HISTORY:
Clinton John Winnie was born on July 3, 1929 in Albany, New York to Clinton E. Winnie and Catherine M. Winnie (McCarthy). Clinton was the brother of Catherine First, William Winnie, and the late Shirley and Mary Lou Winnie.
EDUCATION:
Clinton attended Albany High School.
HISTORY:
PFC Winnie enlisted in the United States Army on February 9, 1951 in Albany, New York. He served during the Korean War with Company B, 43rd Engineer Construction Battalion. PFC Winnie was the proud recipient of the Korean Service Medal W/2 Bronze Stars, United Nations Service Medal, and Merit Unit Commendation. PFC Winnie was honorably discharged on January 24, 1953.
PERSONAL:
Clinton married his first wife, Regina Fairfield on February 4, 1951. Together they had one son; Michael Winnie. On September 17, 1955, Clinton married the late Anne I. Bond. Together they had three sons; Steven, and the late Ronald and Richard Winnie; grandfather of; Walter, Michelle, Stephanie, Shelly, Shannon, Steven, Shawn, Shane, Sawyer, and the late Tonya.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Clinton was a truck driver for Hudson Valley Paper Co. for nine years, and later began working as an exterminator for Linindoll’s Pest Control, where after 17 years, he retired in 1994.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Clinton was a member of the American Legion, Melvin Roads Post #1231, as well as a member of the AARP. Clinton enjoyed listening to country music and was an avid New York Mets Baseball fan.

Regular Meeting May 2019
2019-05-14 18:00 - 20:00
Certified packet 5-14-19

Robert R. Gordon, Sr. Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-06-10 09:00 - 09:30
ROBERT GORDON, SR.
1927-1988

FAMILY HISTORY:
Robert Gordon, Sr. was born on June 2, 1927 in Troy, New York to the late Edward and Roselyn O’Neil Gordon. Robert was the brother of Edward Gordon, Sr., Jerrold, Arthur and Donald Gordon.
EDUCATION:
Robert attended Troy Public Schools.
HISTORY:
Robert enlisted in the United States Navy on April 5, 1945, serving with a rank of Fireman First Class. During his time in the Navy, Robert served on many vessels and stations; NRS, Albany NY, Naval Training Center, Sampson, NY, TADCEN, Camp Shoemaker, California, USS Vincennes, and PSC LIDO BEACH, Long Island, NY. Robert was the recipient of the American Theatre Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal and the Victory Medal. Robert was honorably discharged on August 1, 1946.
PERSONAL:
Robert married his wife, the former Joyce Roberts in December 1947, Troy, New York. Robert is the father of six sons; William, Gary, Kevin, John Gordon, and the late Robert, Jr. and Bruce Gordon; four daughters; Roselyn and Janice Gordon, Kathleen Snyder, and the late Cecelia Gordon. Robert was also the grandfather of thirteen grandchildren and right great- grandchildren.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Robert was employed in the heater core department of Ford Motor Co. in Green Island.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Robert was a member of the Troy Lodge of Elks and a communicant of St. Patrick’s Church.
Robert was active in the Central Little League; and at their 1988 opening day ceremonies, Robert was honored with the league’s Edgar Sousis Award.

Robert R. Gordon, Jr. Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-06-10 09:00 - 09:30
ROBERT GORDON, JR.
1948-2018

FAMILY HISTORY:
Robert Gordon, Jr. was born on November 8, 1948 in Troy, New York to the late Robert R. Gordon, Sr. and Joyce Roberts Gordon. Robert was the brother of William Gordon, Roselyn Panza, Kathleen Snyder, Janice Gordon, Gary Gordon, Kevin Gordon, John Gordon and the late Bruce Gordon and Cecelia Weber.
EDUCATION:
Robert attended Troy High School, class of 1966 and Siena College, class of 1970.
HISTORY:
Robert enlisted in the United States Army on October 21, 1970, serving during the Vietnam War. Robert became the proud recipient of the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantry Badge and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, 1 o/s Bar. Robert was honorably discharged on April 18, 1972. After his honorable discharge, Robert went on to serve with the National Guard, where he retired in 2008.
PERSONAL:
On August 25, 1973, Robert married his wife, Patricia Howard Gordon in Tory, New York. Together they had one daughter, Heather Gordon.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Robert was employed with the New York State Department of Civil Service as a classification and payroll specialist, retiring in 2003.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Robert was a 44 year member of the Troy Elks #141, serving as past Exalted Ruler, State Vice President and District Deputy. He was also a member of the Veterans of Lansingburgh.

Public Hearing to review the Tentative Budget of Hudson Valley Community College for the Fiscal Year beginning September 1, 2019, and ending August 31, 2020
2019-06-11 17:30 - 20:00
Tentative Budget and Resolution
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, That in accordance with Section 6304, Subdivision 5-a of the Education Law of the State of New York and Section 359 of the County Law of the State of New York, a Public Hearing will be held in the Chambers of the Rensselaer County Legislature at the County Office Building, Troy, New York on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at 5:30 p.m. to review the Tentative Budget of Hudson Valley Community College for the Fiscal Year beginning September 1, 2019, and ending August 31, 2020
COPIES OF THIS TENTATIVE BUDGET ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE LEGISLATURE AND ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW DURING OFFICE HOURS, 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M., MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
______________________________
/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE, CLERK
RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE

Dated: May 31, 2019
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 31st day of May, 2019.
______________________________
/s/ JESSICA L. CHARETTE, CLERK
RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
County of Rensselaer
State of New York

Regular Meeting June 2019
2019-06-11 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 6-11-19
G-257-19 Charles Peter pension reporting Resolution

James E. Bradley Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-07-08 08:30 - 09:00
JAMES E. BRADLEY, SR.
1927-2001

FAMILY HISTORY:
James E. Bradley, Sr. was born on October 8, 1927 in Troy, New York to the late William F. and Margaret C. Powers Bradley. James was the brother of E. Powers Bradley. James was the brother of, John (Herbie), Powers, Helen Marie and William (Bill). James had resided in Latham since 1956, moving from South Troy, New York.
EDUCATION:
James was a graduate from School 12 and from La Salle Institute, class of 1945. James also attended Siena College for a short time after the war.
HISTORY:
James enlisted in the United States Navy on July 7, 1945 in Albany, New York. Entering into active service on August 14, 1945, Seaman First Class Bradley served on the USS Florence Nightingale (AP-70) during World War II. James was the proud recipient of the American Theatre Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal and the Victory Medal. James was honorably discharged from the Navy on July 30, 1946.
PERSONAL:
James married his wife, Mary Blanche (Bea) Kelly Bradley on May 7, 1949 at St. Joseph’s Church in Troy. James was the father of two sons; James E. Bradley, Jr. and Brian M. Bradley, Sr.; four daughters; Kristine, Mary Lynn, Elaine and Kelly. James was also the grandfather of nineteen grandchildren.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
James was the owner and operator of James E. Bradley & Sons Plumbing and Heating Co. in Troy for 50 years, retiring in 1991.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
James was a communicant of Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Latham. He was a member of the Latham Council, Knights of Columbus and Kiwanis. James was also a member of the Colonie Elks Lodge, a former 10 year member of the Ballston Spa Country Club, a former 30 year member and board member of Wolfert’s Roost Country Club, as well as a member of Local 7 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union for 50 years.
James enjoyed grocery shopping, golfing and the “to do” jar with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed traveling to Florida with his wife, Bea.

Regular Meeting July 2019
2019-07-09 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 7-9-19

Andy A. Maier Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-08-12 08:30 - 09:00
Anthony A. Maier
1924-2012

FAMILY HISTORY:
Anthony A. (Andy) Maier was born on September 2, 1924 in Troy, New York to the late Frank and Louise Schollhorn Maier. Andy was the brother of Ernie Maier, Paul Maier, Helen Thomas, Marie Kennedy, and the late Dorthey Marschilok and Frances Yager.
EDUCATION:
Andy attended Troy Public Schools.
HISTORY:
Andy enlisted in the United States Army on February 22, 1943, in Albany, New York. Andy served during World War II as a Technician 5th Grade with the 313th Infantry Regiment 79th Infantry Division. Andy had a Military Occupation as a Truck driver, Light 345. Andy served in the Ardennes (Battle of the Bulge) and the Battle at Normandy. He also took part in Central Europe, Northern France, and Rhineland Campaigns. Andy was the recipient of the American Campaign Medal, the European, African, Middle East Service Medal, and Good Conduct Medal. On December 18, 1945, Andy was honorably discharged from the Army.
PERSONAL:
Andy married his wife, Helen Carroll Maier in 1955, Troy, New York. Andy is the father of two sons; Stephen Maier, and Honorable Christopher Maier. Andy was also the grandfather of three grandchildren; Kristen, Thomas and Eric Maier.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Andy was self-employed as a gifted remodeling contractor in the area for 50 years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Andy was a member of the St. Augustine church, where he served as an usher for several years. Andy was a lifelong member of the Troy German Hall Association, serving as president and board member, founding member of Brunswick Elks, member of the Lansingburgh Historical Society, president and board member of the Lansingburgh Rotary, board member of the Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club, former president and member of the Veterans of Battle of the Bulge, Hudson Valley Chapter.
Andy was the recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award from the Lansingburgh Rotary, Frank W. Kennedy Memorial Award in 2014 from the Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club, and was named Humanitarian of the Year in 1997 by the Uncle Sam Parade Committee.

Regular Meeting August 2019
2019-08-13 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 8-13-19

Andrew Dolan & Gloria Lorraine (Steeves) Dolan Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-09-09 08:30 - 09:00
September 2019
Gloria Lorraine (Steeves) Dolan & Andrew Dolan Honor A Deceased Veteran

ANDREW DOLAN
1927-2003
FAMILY HISTORY:
Andrew (Andy) Dolan was born on July 30, 1927 in Lansingburgh, New York to the late Andrew D. Dolan and Elsie May Dolan. Andy was the brother of William “Bill” Dolan, Frances “Pat” Dolan, Molly Donahue and Elsie Craig.
EDUCATION:
Andy attended Troy Schools until 10th grade, when he enlisted into the United States Navy.
HISTORY:
Andy enlisted in the United States Navy on October 1, 1943 at 16 years old. Andy’s original assignment was as a Seaman, serving abroad the PC USS 576. He was then transferred to LST 700 (Land Sea Transport), which was destroyed by Japanese Zero kamikazes and towed to the Philippines. Later, Andy was transferred to LST 992, where his job was to drive small landing craft vehicles into the beaches during the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign of World War II. On March 21, 1946, Andy honorably discharged from the Navy. Andy reenlisted in the United States Army in 1948, where he spent the rest of his career serving as a Military Policeman. Andy was a Sharpshooter, both carbine and pistol. During World War II, he served in the Philippines and throughout the Pacific. From 1950-1952, Andy served in Korea, then the North Korean Conflict, and then from July to December 1963, he served in Vietnam. During his service in the Army, Andy was the recipient of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
(Vietnam), Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars, four Good Conduct Medals, Korean Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars, Letter of Appreciation, Meritorious Unit Citation and Philippine Liberation Medal. On January 31, 1965, Andy retired from the military.
PERSONAL:
On June 26, 1956, Andy married his wife, the late Gloria L. Steeves Dolan in Gorham, Maine. Together they had four children; Andrew, Peter, Bret and Dorinda; and seven grandchildren; Andrew, Kristina, Bryan, Peter, Zachary, Bret and Britney.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Andy worked for the Troy Police Department for 20 years, retiring in 1985.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Andy was a member of the Troy Police Benevolent Association.
Andy enjoyed gardening, horse wagering and spending time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed helping around his community.

Gloria Lorraine (Steeves) Dolan & Andrew Dolan Honor A Deceased Veteran
2019-09-09 08:30 - 09:00
September 2019
Gloria Lorraine (Steeves) Dolan & Andrew Dolan Honor A Deceased Veteran

GLORIA LORRAINE (STEEVES) DOLAN
1930-1992
FAMILY HISTORY:
Gloria Lorraine Steeves Dolan was born on August 8, 1930 in Moscow, Maine to the late Rex Stanton Steeves and Goldie Myrtle (Smith) Steeves. She was the sister of Jean, Burton, Ray, Hilburn “Hilly”, Merle, Eleanor, Carl “Bud”, Shirley and Arlene Steeves.
EDUCATION:
Gloria graduated from Hillsborough High School in 1947, and later went on to a Secretarial School in Moncton.
HISTORY:
Gloria enlisted in the United States Army in the Women’s Army Corp (WAC) on October 26, 1953 at Fort Williams, Maine. She served as a Company Clerk and was stationed at Fort Mason in San Francisco, California after basic training. Gloria was the proud recipient of the National Defense Service Medal. On October 25, 1955, Gloria was honorably discharged. On January 23, 1956, Gloria reenlisted in Army. Gloria became pregnant and on May 17, 1957, she was honorably discharged.
PERSONAL:
On June 26, 1956, Gloria married her husband, the late Andrew Dolan in Gorham, Maine. Together they had four children; Andrew, Peter, Bret and Dorinda; and seven grandchildren; Andrew, Kristina, Bryan, Peter, Zachary, Bret and Britney.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Gloria worked as a Keypunch Operator for Gardenway (Troy-Built Equipment) Distributors.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
Gloria was an active member of Mills Memorial Baptist Church and the Kings Daughters Church Choir.
Gloria loved being a grandmother and having all of her family together. She also enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening and knitting.

Regular Meeting September 2019
2019-09-10 18:00 - 20:00
Certified Packet 9-10-19

Regular Meeting October 2019
2019-10-08 18:00 - 20:00
October Index
Meeting to be held in the Legislative Chambers.
