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Page 4 Tupper Lake Free Press Wednesday. September 28, 2005 The Tupper Lake Free Press and Tupper Lake Herald A member ofthe New York Press Association USPS 644-140 Published Weekly by Tri-Lakes 3hree Press Corp. Tel. (518) 359-2166 or 359-2462 e-mail: uTreepress@vahoo.com Fax:(518)359-2295 from the free press files H.DaBMcCMhMd- J^JiicCaellaiMl-^UvertWagRfeK. NnvtM<atieiier--S' ~ Tupper Lake Herald Established 1895 Tupper Lake Free Press Established 1931 Entered as Periodicals Postage Paid at the Tupper Lake Post Office, Tupper Lake, NY ] 2986 POST MASTER: Send address changes to the Tupper Lake Free Press, 13 6 Park St., Tupper Lake, NY 12986 Subscription Rates: S33 Per Year Inside Franklin County $40 Per Year Outside Franklin County Single Copies- 60 cents; Home Delivery 75 cents Corporate Officers M. Dan McClelland, President Judy McClelland, Vice President and Treasurer Editorial.. A fabulous summer! The calendar page reminded us Thursday we have entered the fall season- marking the close of what many hereabouts heralded as perhaps the best summer in decades. It was a glorious summer, from start to finish. \Hot enough for you?\ was the common question. Old timers here have told us it's been a long time since Tupper Lake saw such a summer. By mid-June, after a cool start that month, we collectively stepped into one ofthe hottest summer seasons on record, where the mercury advanced into the nineties more times than we can count As unaccustomed we are to those balmy summer climes, we found similarly unusual for Tupper Lake the accompanying high humidity. It sent many of us scurrying indoors to air conditioned sanctuaries. Normally routine chores like lawn mowing took on special efforts, requiring scheduling to the coolest times ofthe day. For those who don't tolerate beat well, it was uncomfortable. Most ofthe rest of us hated to complain, because we know how stingy some summers can be, and how reliably cold our winters are. On a few exceptionally humid days we felt like complaining, but bit our tongue instead. Good summers here typically dish out a couple of hot weeks in July (in the 80s) and then a return to the 70s by August. Some bad summers produce not a day in the 80s- and a lot of cool rain. By contrast this summer, clear skies with bright sun ran weeks at a stretch. There were many hot nights when sleeping was a chore, but it was so refreshing to awake each morning to a bright, sunny day. After an unusually warm July, everyone figured mother nature would deal us an unseasonably nasty hand for August, but she didn't. The fine summer weather continued through August and after self-garnishing with some welcome coolness, moved right on through most of September. Anything more we can grab in October and November will be gravy, in our estimation. The death and destruction wreaked by hurricanes Katrina and Rita these past days on the residents ofthe gulf states shows vividly how fickle and deadly some weather systems can be. As we read and watched the reports in recent days ofthe flattening and flooding of those coastal cities it made us appreciate how fortunate we are to live in a section ofthe country not prone to such extreme forces of nature.. So at the risk of sounding greedy, well hope for some nice days during our Adirondack \hunting season,\ when layering up to ward off the morning chill is followed by the need to peel off a layer or two by mid- day Those cool, bright days of fall are generally our favorite- and some of most productive too when it comes to completing outdoor chores on our wife's list Every good day from now on this fall we'll relish, because we all know what follows fall. Judging by this nation's unstable oil situation, this winter may prove as memorable as this summer was- but for all the wrong reasons. We're putting our order in this week for a recall of the winter of two years ago- when there was lots of snow to play in yet temperatures rarely fell below zero. But dare we hope for so much after such a splendid summer? -Dan McClelland What a disappointment! (from the files, September 1990) Taking on a new mist from previous years, the Tupper Lake's Chamber of Commerce's coveted C itizen of die Year and Business Recognition awards presented annually at the Chamber's final dinner-dance of the summer season, was to be no surprise to its recipients 15 years ago this month. Bernie Fox, who served as past president and director of the local chamber, was to be honored as Citizen of Year for his outstanding and unselfish contributions to die community since he arrived here with his family from Long Island in 1981. Sharing the limelight that evening would be Peter Day and his company- Day Wholesale Inc.- a key establishment in the local business district. Members of die Altamont Town Board met with a large group of town and village residents 15 years ago this month during a public hearing on the adoption of a town noise ordinance and many of the 30 individuals in attendance thought it was time die local board addressed the problem by adopting a local law and establishing a town police force to uphold it The majority in attendance said they had no grief with the bar owners in the area, only with the patrons who fight nightly, curse and go to the park or Little Wolf campground area to keep partying. The board was presented with a petition signed by 106 residents in favor of a new noise-curbing law. As pan of the new ordinance. ~ii shall be unlawful for any person to make or cause or permit to be made any unreasonable noise. Unreasonable noise was defined as any excessive or loud To the Editor A reception was planned. Food was prepared, and set out in a lovely display. Invitations were sent far and wide, in hopes that there would be a large turnout to welcome a wonderful, new female physician to our little town. Everyone associated with the doctor put on their Sunday best, looking forward to a wonderful party in her honor, in hopes of introducing her to the community... and hardly anyone showed up! Our health center is a priceless commodity in our small town. Without it. people would haw to travel almost 25 miles to be cared for in Saninac Lake. Whenever someone calls for an appointment, the staff does its very best to accommodate them. The doctors and assistants associated with the health center work very hard to take care of the community. The community, in turn, should try very hard to support the Health Center. Think about what it would be like if the center was taken awav. because the sound which disturbs, injures or endangers the peace, comfort, order, repose or health of a neighborhood or the public.\ Property owners in the Tupper Lake School District found their school taxes up about four and one-half percent. 15 years ago. The new school tax rate in the Town of Altamont was set at S50.S0 per SI.000 assessed valuation on taxable property in the town. The new rate represented an increase ofS2.19 per S1,000 over the 1989 rate. The new tax levy- the taxpayer's contribution to the district operation- had grown by SI62.537. The new figure was S235 million. Local TV viewers who watched huge C-5 Cargo Transports land in the Persian Gulf region 10 years ago, kept a watchful eye out. knowing that one of them might very well be piloted by Capt. Tim LaBarge of Tupper Lake. Capt. LaBarge was an Aircraft Commander at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, home ofthe East coast C 5's. The base was heavily involved in the transportation of military equipment, supplies and troops to \Operation Desert Storm.\ The Tupper High girls\ varsity soccer team won its opening game of the season against Ticonderoga by a 1-0 margin 15 years ago this month. The 1990 team was comprised of Rose Shahecn. Slacey Thompson, Nicole Farkas. Roberta Peets. Chrissy Jaquis, Jocelyn O'Connor, Meagan Hayes. Meg Felio, Reanda Beaudette, Christine Gibbs, Melissa Charticr, Amy Pearl, Deb Felio. Sarah Maroun. Dawn Shahcen. Slacey Papir.eau. Paula Peets, Amy Delair, Mkrhclc Lamhter. Traci Bly. Kelly LaMere and Carole Madore. Vandals are still at it! The small basketball court behind St Alphonsus Church has once again become the target of inconsiderate vandals who have nothing better to do than to take away the enjoyment of others. According to Rob Dechene, who oversees the upkeep of the grounds at St. Alphonsus, the basketball rim, which is enjoyed immensely by the younger athletes, was deliberately destroyed in recent weeks, bent completely out of shape from the backboard so as to be of no use to anyone. \It's a shame,\ Mr. Dechene said. \There are a lot of little kids who enjoy playing there because the older kids are generally using the courts at the park. Whoever did this should be ashamed of themselves! I\ letters to the editor Commentary \Save Our Homes\ To the editor, There was a 'happening in the park' September 10. If you missed il we are sorry. If you were there, we saw your smiles, and felt your happiness. It was the \Volunteer Thank-you to the People of Tupper Lake, sponsored by The Clergy Association of Tupper Lake and their congregations. The day was perfect with something for everyone. 'Chef Bill Cooper and assistant Marge gave us 'Roast Beef Supreme' to go with tables overflowing with delicious food, (enough to fill several swimming pools), 'Game-Master Rev. Kris Lauzon and his crew had everything from \face painting' to finding the needle in the haystack; with prizes to boot. The Ecumenical Council had sent out hundreds of invitations with people from each congregation responsible for setting up and taking down and bringing all that food. Jeff Mayottc and Music Master Pastor Dave's band from The Christian Center entertained us with hours of 'Oldies but Goodies' and great Gospel music. Even Deacon Joe could be heard singing away with Mrs. Clause (incognho. of course). Our 'tallest pastor' Rich Wiiburn could be heard laughing and joking with family and friends, while 'Mover Shaker' Rabbi Ken White (whose brain child this party was) enjoyed the music and. catching up on the news and reminiscing with his childhood friends and his wife Jan. Missing from our group of well wishers were Pastor Jan Blankcnship and Rev. Ed LaCombe. Their fun loving presence was greatly missed by all. From beginning to end it was a day of fun and frolic and so much food, no one wanted to leave. This was our way of showing those people who give so unselfishly of time, energy, and effort, our thanks. They make our community strong and build up it 'oneness* thai makes a town into a \family\, -a oneness that builds community. Most sincerely, Patly Francisco bill introduced It's a deadly gas! doctors had to go elsewhere to make a living, for lack of community support. Concerned citizens Diane Bunnell. Colleen Tessier, Charlene Mauser, Gina Dcwyca and Party Ganelts Checkpoint yields 200 pounds of pot A routine traffic checkpoint on state Route 50 in Tupper Lake led to the arrest of two Hogansburg individuals Friday after Border Patrol agents and state police discovered approximately 200 pounds of marijuana in the trunk and back seal of their vehicle. Bod) the driver of the Dodge Intrepid, Carrie David, 25. and passenger Dawn Smoke, 28, were arrested at (he scene and arraigned in Tupper Lake Village Court. They were transported to Franklin County jail on S75.000 cash bail orSl 50,000bond. Both are due to appear in court at a later date. by Assemblyman C hris OrtlotT A serious problem is facing north country homeowners: the doubling and tripling of property assessments, leading to double-digit tax increases. The ongoing real estate boom and annual full- value assessment reviews are literally driving working families, disabled persons, senior citizens and long-lime residents from their homes. Taxes are necessary to keep our schools and local governments running, and it's right to pay our fair share. But when people are forced to sell their homes because they can'i keep up with the property taxes, something is very wrong and unjust, and it begins with the way taxes are compiled and collected. In the north country and Adirondack Park, down- state and out-of-state buyers are purchasing homes at greatly inflated prices. The housing in our region is less expensive than other parts of the country, making the north country an ideal place for people earning higher salaries in other regions to find a property for investment or speculation. To many of these oul-of- lowners. $200,000 is a bargain for a 3-bedroom home. As a result, our assessments rise and our property taxes increase. There is no reason that people who don't sell their homes, nor wish to sell, should have to bear exorbitant lax increases solely because other individuals arc willing to pay two, three or four rimes a property's value. Property owners are demanding that something be done, which is why I've introduced the New York Slate Save Our Homes Act. The Save Our Homes Act limits residential real property assessment increases for primary residences to the present rale of inflation or 3 percent, whichever is lower, not to exceed a total of 10 percent over any five year period. Unlike other lax relief programs arid proposals, the Save Our Homes Act does not have income or age restrictions. My proposal is aimed al protecting the property values of working families and fixed income residents, and lo permit them to maintain and afford their homes. It's a shame lo see people who have worked hard to pay their laxes and mortgages find themselves in dire straits because home \values\ have risen. 1 put_ \value\ in quotes because the actual value hasn't risen, only the one-time price someone from another market was willing to pay for a home here. I am a strong advocate for a fair tax system one thai laxes based on ability to pay and nol on a booming real estate market dominated by speculators hoping lo \flip\ a property for a quick profit and move on. As a member ofthe Assembly Republican Commission on Alternatives to School Properly Taxes, I am currently traveling the siaic listening lo local leaders and property owners about iheir property tax woes and iheir suggestions to case the property tax burden. We have discussed the possibility of changing the way education is funded and questioned the fairness of the current system. We have looked al the ways other stales have addressed this problem and considered using the income lax lo partially fund our schools. The commission will release its comprehensive findings in the near future, but north country residents need relief now. As I write, residents are facing iheir school tax bills. They could even be considering a move out of state, away from families and jobs, just so they can afford to provide a home for iheir family. North country residents need this tax relief as soon as possible, and I will be fighting in Albany lo make sure ihe New York State Save Our Homes Acl becomes reality. To the editor, It has been a long and hot summer and eventually il must all come lo an end. In preparation for the winter we usually think about taking care of our plants and shrubs, putting on the storm windows. filling in open cracks and crevasses, checking out the lowest fuel prices, getting enough wood and deciding your main fuel source. This winter, with the increased gas prices, 1 am concerned about carbon monoxide poisoning related to faulty furnaces wiih cracked blocks, chimneys that have not been cleaned properly, use of kerosene Healers in a poorly ventilated homes and the use of gas powered generators. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless and deadly gas. Carbon monoxide removes oxygen from your body. All of your body's organs need oxygen to function properly. Without realizing it. you can he exposed to carbon monoxide poisoning, (also known as CO poisoning) If someone is experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, the symptoms arc sometimes taken for the flu. The symptoms that a person would experience could be dizziness, nausea, headache, weakness, loss of muscle control, chest tightness, heart fluttering, sleepiness, confusion, vomiting, and diarrhea. Carbon monoxide poisoning should be considered, especially, if more than one family member is ill. If you think that you are being exposed lo carbon monoxide, you must immediately go outside and get fresh air, even with winter conditions outside If symptoms disappear when you leave home, men reappear when you gel home, you may be experiencing CO poisoning If symptoms persist despite going outside, you need in seek medical help immcduicl) Carbon monoxide is produced by incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels such as gasoline used in generators. You should never run a generator in your home, a connecting garage, a basement, or in close proximity, outside your home (like near a window where you sleep) We often think thai il only happens in the winter, but, il can happen anytime. Maintenance on your chimneys is extremely important. Make sure your fireplace flue is cleaned regularly and not blocked. Keep your woodstove properly vented. Do not use charcoal grills inside. Do not use a gas range or gas oven to heal a room. Do nol run your car in a closed garage, even to jusi warm it up. Make sure the garage door is always open when you start your car. If you get stuck in a snow bank, and need to keep the engine running, make sure that ihe exhaust pipe is not plugged. Just like smoke detectors, there are CO or carbon monoxide detectors available, You can check Consumer Reports to see what the differences would be between brands. Warning sounds occur before CO levels become dangerously high. Elderly, infants and warning sounds occur before CO levels become dangerously high. Elderly, infants and those with hcan or breathing problems are at an increased risk of health effects from ('() exposure. When using a CO detector, it is important to understand the limit* and nol use it as a substitute for regular maintenance of furnaces *ir fireplaces, CO detector* should be placed in the center of the ceiling, on the sleeping level and in the mrnancc area. The more you know, ihe more you will be able to prevent an accident from happening You can contact Debbie Hunter at Franklin County Public Health al 4KI-I7I0. Malcolm Jones at ihe 911 building at 4K.1- 2580. your local fire department or SF.MO for more information on carbon monoxide and prevention. Debbie Hunter Director of Public Health IT'S A GIRL Dawn & Geoffrey Carmichael Gcnna Jeannettc 8 lbs., 5 o/. Aug. 30.2005 Di. ttajMiih Kirolli
