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By Jim J, on February 7th, 2010
From David Figura at the Outdoors Blog on Sryacuse.com:
Earlier this week I was told by a local bait store owner that ice fishermen have been complaining lately about Cazenovia Lake, saying the fishing there has taken a dive this winter because of this past summer’s milfoil eradication efforts.
Not so, says Jim Everard, aquatic biologist at the DEC’s Cortland office, who fished the lake through the summer, fall and was out on the ice as recently as Thursday evening.“I was out from 4 to 6:30 p.m. I ended up with 10 keeper crappies, and 17 nice blue gills, which isn’t bad for a little more than two hours of fishing,” he said, adding he caught most of them on a glo-jig a small fluorescent jig that glows in the dark. He recommended using either pink or green jigs.
via DEC official: Rumors about Cazenovia Lake fishing going downhill this winter not true.
By Jim J, on February 4th, 2010
A great article and short video clip about the disassembly of – and investigation into what caused – a fallen wind turbine in Fenner.
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Cleanup of fallen Fenner windmill progresses as investigation continues video.
By Jim J, on February 4th, 2010
A few local residents who wanted to thank former Town Supervisor Liz Moran for her service to the community ended up doing that, and also providing over $1000 to support the Cazenovia Children’s House. The group (Cindy Sutton, Mary Jo Thomas, Barb Dahn, Kristi Andersen, Jack Rooney, and Sharye Skinner) organized a party on January 22nd at the Lincklaen House. Sutton said, “We felt strongly that Liz had given four years of really hard work to Cazenovia, and that her tenure had resulted in so many positive things for the community – including a new Comprehensive Plan and bringing people together to initiate the clean-up of the lake. We wanted to give people the opportunity to express their appreciation.” The get-together featured brief remarks from Kristi Andersen, who served on the Town Board with Moran, and from John Becker, Chairman of the Madison County Board of Supervisors. Becker praised Moran for her effective leadership of the county legislative committee on Planning as well as the Madison County Economic Development Strategy Task Force. “I feel privileged to have worked with Liz and to count her as a friend,” Becker said.
Liz Moran (at right) presents Penny Noll of Cazenovia Children’s House with a check.
Money raised from those who attended the party was intended to cover the costs and to purchase a gift for Liz Moran: a painting by Mary Padgett, well-known local artist. Padgett selected a landscape painting framed by two old maple trees, “The Sentinels”. “I thought this was appropriate,” she said. “This is a scene in the Town of Cazenovia, and the trees are watching over the landscape, just as Liz was a watchful steward of Cazenovia.” So many people responded to the invitation, however, that Moran was able to direct the excess funds, $1150, to a charity of her choice. “Cazenovia Children’s House is dear to my heart,” said Moran, “since all our kids were enrolled, and I served on the Board of Directors. But, even more, the accomplishments we made together will strengthen our community for the future — and support to children, working families, and our local employment base is the foundation for ensuring that we continue to thrive.” Established over 40 years ago, Cazenovia Children’s House (CCH) provides quality early childhood care and education to over 140 children in our community, with programs for children six weeks through fifth grade in a safe and nurturing environment.
By Jim J, on February 2nd, 2010
It looks like critical mass has been achieved on the village’s “social host” legislation, and now that the high school principal and school board president are pushing for it – as well as additional punishment for students within the school’s conduct code – it seems Cazenovia will see this become a reality.
“If we keep talking about it and passing the buck, nothing is going to get done,” she said. “You have the opportunity of a lifetime to make a difference, to take a stand and to potentially enact a life-saving piece of legislation.”
Melissa Clarke, who heads a committee of parents, teachers and other residents interested in tackling underage drinking, said presentations to neighboring municipalities, including the town of Cazenovia, have received positive feedback.
“There’s not a perfect piece of legislation,” said Clarke, who has been working with Caz Action for over a year on the issue after the community received a federal grant to attack underage drinking. “We don’t have an inoculation to keep all our kids safe from underage drinking.”
Cazenovia High School Principal Eric Schnabl said that while the law has not been popular in “certain social circles” in Cazenovia, the problem has been well-documented. Statistics from a recent survey of Cazenovia High School students estimate that juniors and seniors are consuming alcohol at a rate more than 10 percent higher than the national average, with 55 percent reporting drinking in the last 30 days.
“Must we wait for tragedy to rock our community before we take a stand?” Schnabl said. “The right thing to do is not always the most popular thing to do.
“You can choose to be part of the problem or choose to be part of the solution,” he continued.
via Public hearing in Cazenovia on social host law to combat underage drinking draws crowd | News from The Post-Standard.
I’m not sure to which “certain social circles” Principal Schnabl refers; the article did not have further details.
By Jim J, on February 1st, 2010
The 39th annual Cazenovia Winter Festival will be held Feb. 4 through 7 this year. Following is the draft schedule of events released by the festival committee:
Thursday, Feb. 4
7 to 9 p.m.: Opening reception for Winter Festival Art Exhibition, St. Peter’s Parish Hall. The community is invited to meet the participating artists at the gala opening reception. Over 100 pieces of artwork in a variety of mediums and styles will be on display. Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts. 655 0304 or Cazenoviaarts@aol.com for info. Admission is free. Refreshments served.
Friday, Feb. 5
10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Winter Festival Art Show, St. Peter’s Parish Hall – Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts – Admission is free
Continue reading 39th Winter Festival to be held February 4-7
By Jim J, on February 1st, 2010
The Town and Village of Cazenovia Codes Enforcement Officers would like to remind the residents of a new law in New York State regarding carbon monoxide detectors.
The new law requires every dwelling to have a carbon monoxide detector installed. These detectors are only required when the dwelling unit has appliances, devices or systems that emit carbon monoxide or if the dwelling has an attached garage.
If you have any questions on the new law, please call Bill Carr at 655-4454 or Roger Cook at 655-5896.
By Jim J, on February 1st, 2010
Feb. 1
- 6:45pm Continued Public Hearing related to a local law to add a new Article II (Social Host Law) to Chapter 47 of the Village Code
- 7:00pm Village Board Meeting to include presentation of revised Riverside Drive plans.
Feb. 7
- 3:00pm Village Bicentennial Tea in the Village Meeting Room
Feb. 8
- 7:30pm Planning Board Meeting: To include:
- Upstate Animal Clinic’s addition,
- Vikas Goel, DMD, Monument Sign @ 132 Albany St.
- CAVAC, outdoor lighting
Feb. 22
- 7:00pm Historic Preservation/Architectural Advisory Review Committee Meeting
By Jim J, on February 1st, 2010
Cazenovia, NY – Peter Kip, Jr. and Edward Green have recently been elected to the positions of Vice-President and Treasurer of the Cazenovia Area Community Development Association, Inc. (CACDA) board of directors. To complete the officer’s slate, David Lucas was re-elected as President and Juanita Critz was re-elected as Secretary.
Peter Kip, Jr. is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Pelco Component Technologies. Peter has been an active member for several years and currently represents the Route 20 Consortium. Trush Park Association was an original standing member and in 2009 the board voted to allow this seat to represent the Consortium, which includes a larger geographic area in Madison County.
“In order for CACDA to be a truly collaborative organization, we strive to have representation from as many different interests as possible. It has been my pleasure to serve on the CACDA board and represent the interests of small business development in the area”, said Mr. Kip.
Edward Green, a founding member of Green & Seifter Attorneys, PLLC and Green & Seifter, CPAs, is one of the original board members of CACDA and has demonstrated his commitment to the organization in many ways. Mr. Green said, “I appreciate the place that the organization has in the community and look forward to further implementation of local priorities with CACDA’s assistance”.
Founding Member Back on Board
Betsy Powers re-joined the CACDA board of directors, after having previously served as the first President from 2005 to 2007. “I am very happy to be back on the CACDA Board as an at-large member. Our mission to enhance the vitality and preserve the character of the community through education, consensus building and project implementation requires us to continually respond to an evolving community”, said Ms. Powers. “As the world continues to change, it is clearer than ever that the communities experiencing the highest level of cooperation and collaboration also possess the strongest tendencies to survive. Success in any endeavor begins with an integrated approach and moves from theory to practice. CACA embodies this theme and I am both excited for the catalyst we have been and the catalyst we will continue to be in our community.”
“We have always had a terrific group of individuals on our board of directors. We especially want to thank Tom Clarke for demonstrating leadership during his tenure on the board, first as President and then Vice-President. The time and energy he devoted have allowed CACDA to achieve significant progress in the past several years and his presence will be missed”, said Executive Director Barbara Henderson.
CACDA enhances economic vitality and preserves the rural, historic character of our region through education, consensus-building and project implementation.
Individuals and corporations can support CACDA’s programs through contributions and volunteer efforts. For more information, please call Barbara Henderson, Executive Director, at 655-7651 or e-mail director@cacda.net.
By Jim J, on February 1st, 2010
The following was provided by CAZACTION:
50% of marriages in America end in divorce. 23% of families in America are single parent families with children under the age of 18. Susan Smith, LCSW, will facilitate “Effects of Separation and Divorce on Adolescents” as the third edition of the “Parent Coffee Talk” series from CAZACTION and Madison County’s Promise.
Wednesday February 10, 2010
7:00 p.m.
Common Grounds
37 Albany Street
Cazenovia, New York
FREE TO THE PUBLIC
COFFEE AND DESSERTS SERVED
By Jim J, on January 30th, 2010
P&C markets are now officially owned by Tops Friendly Markets. Final determination of which stores stay open will apparently happen within 30 days, according to the Post-Standard article quoted here and linked below:
“We are very eager and excited to begin working with store managers and associates to best serve the grocery shopping needs of our new neighbors and customers,” Tops President and CEO Frank Curci said in a release issued minutes after the deal closed.
The sale of the stores brings near the end of The Penn Traffic Co., which traces its roots to 1854 when it began selling food to stagecoaches. Penn Traffic bought P&C Foods in the 1980s. In the past decade, Penn Traffic declared bankruptcy three times. The latest, filed Nov. 18, included the company’s intention to sell off all its stores.
via Tops Markets finalizes purchase of 79 Penn Traffic stores in New York and surrounding states | News from The Post-Standard -.
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