the The Hudson Valley Garlic Festival, The 4th of July parade and fireworks, The Sawyer Motors Car Show and the December Holiday in the Village ), along with many other weekly events, can be found on this page. Education: B.A. (listed in reverse-chronological order), Trifold handout (front) [read]Trifold handout (back) [read]Zach Horton' letter about the Special Olympics [read]Zach Horton's post about unmasking [read]"Saugerties school budget vote result misleading," George Heidcamp, Kingston Freeman, May 24, 2021 [read]"Hugh Reynolds' blog" in response to Saugerties school budget letter (above) [read]Campaign letter by Republican Party and Conservative Party chairmen [read], Letters-to-the-Editor (The Saugerties Times), Last week before Election Day [read]"Paul Andreassen on Running for Supervisor," [read]"Paul Andreassen for Town Supervisor" [read]"Paul Andreassen's Many Commitments to Saugerties," by George Heidcamp [read]"We Welcome Back Ceres to Kings Highway," by Paul Andreassen and Mike Ivino [read]"Subject: Thoughts on a Town Board Meeting," by Paul Andreassen [read]"The Noise Ordinance," by Bill Schirmer [read]"Mike Ivino's Comments Regarding Dumping Foreign Debris in Saugerties," by Mike Ivino [read]"The Animal Shelter," by Mike Ivino [read]"The Ice Arena," by Paul Andreassen [read]"About Paul Andreassen," by George Heidcamp [read], List of Articles(listed in reverse-chronological order), "Challenger Andreassen, incumbent Costello grapple for Saugerties' top job," Christine Coulter, October 32, 2019 [read]"Ulster GOP files complaint against Democratic DA candidate," Mid-Hudson News (10-31-19( [read]"Soros-funded PAC has spent more than $240K to boost Clegg in Ulster County DA race," by Gundry MD [read]"Saugerties Supervisor Race Heats Up," Christina Coulter, Oct. 6, 2019 [read]"'Skip the Straw Law' Back Before Ulster County Legislators," Daily Freeman, May 12, 2019 [read]"Controversial Saugerties Dumping Restrained, but not Stopped,' by Christina Coulter, April 25, 2019 [read]"Notes From the Trail," by Paul Andreassen [read]Resolution on Local (Noise) Law [read]"DA Hopeful Kavanagh: Bail Reform Creates Threats to Communities," by Michael Kavanagh, July 23, 2019 [read]"Paul Andreassen Announces Saugerties Supervisor Campaign," by Christina Coulter, March 4, 2019 [read], Ed Gaddy and Hal Brilliant, Conservative Party county chairs, discuss New York's "un-S.A.F.E. | encourage everyone of a similar belief to please contact members of the board and oppose the proposed noise law: I'm writing to respectfully request that you remove from consideration the currently proposed noise ordinance. The septic system, which serves both the animal shelter and transfer station bathrooms, apparently backs up during heavy rains and enters the facility through the floor drain inside the shelter. Building Leadership Teams at each of the elementary schools have been busy preparing students for the blending of Mt. For planning purposes, a good overview of the major events held in Saugerties (e.g. The budget was put together with the understanding that state aid was likely to decrease because of a drop in building aid, which corresponds with a reduction in debt service on the expense side. a no voteits not a vote at all. At the secondary level, they are looking to add a language teacher, a teaching assistant with a focus on special education and two full-time teachers with a focus on business and technology. Then, after denying Paul Andreassen an equal opportunity to vie for the Democrat endorsement through the process, negative letters began to appear in the Saugerties Times, again from the same current and former Democrat leaders, criticizing Paul for petty nonsense. One very surprising omission during the evening, was the question on the opioid epidemic and crisis. When evaluating the parity of impartial opportunity here, a bit of the background should be taken into consideration: both Paul Andreassen and Fred Costello are members of the Independence Party. Over the last several years many top heavy administrative positions have been created not only in the Central Administrative office but district wide. Is a member of various environmental & education programs. Therefore, he has a keen understanding of the unique needs of small business owners. Thats not how this works and certainly not how I will allow it to work. Town Councilman SCSD website accessibility guidelines. In order to vote you must be: A citizen of the United States 18 years of age or older As a retired New York City Detective assigned to JTTF and one of the arresting officers of Mr. Shabazz, it seems that the people of Ulster County at large and members of Ulster County law enforcement should demand more of their district attorney. Were concerned that hes going to cut funding for school districts, said School Board President Robert Thomann after a meeting to accept the polling figures on Thursday, June 18. Join me in voting for Al Bruno for Ulster County Legislator!Lisa BrunoSaugertiesBruno will work for all taxpayersFirst, Id like to thank the League of Women Voters, for hosting a candidates forum, debate on Friday October 18, at the senior center. The contract does say 30 for grades 5 and 6, Reinhardt said. SED approved the project in April of 2022, and the project is currently in the bidding stage. Arguably, over the last two decades, town boards could have planned better for infrastructure and capital improvement projects. I believe that it is important for the health of our district to have open dialogue and healthy public discussion on decisions which impact the future direction of our district and community. 2- As a first time home buyer in Saugerties, Mike is painfully aware of the burden of high taxes. Theres nothing new in that. There is no better way to get young people involved in politics than to actually vote for one. Schools officials have said about 20 percent of the spending increase can be attributed to contractual obligations or state mandates. The fact that I now read in local press accounts that an individual seeking the highest law enforcement position in Ulster County, the district attorney, has associated himself with such an individual as Mr. Shabazz, is deeply disturbing and appalling. What | witnessed was very disturbing while passing by his properties and dump sites. 2021 Saugerties Submission (December 21, 2021) 2021-22 Transparency Form Parts A-E (Excel) 2021-22 Transparency Form Part F (Word) How can we generate employment opportunities, revenue streams and a long-term strategy for sustainability, supportability and, perhaps most important for us taxpayers. 9301 First, Id like to thank the League of Women Voters, for hosting a candidates forum, debate on Friday October 18, at the senior center. Saugerties, NY 12477 (845) 247-6651 Fax: (845) 246-4312 If you do that, then Im sure youll be joining me in voting for Lisa Cutten, as the position calls for a accounting expert and she is one. My wife Donica and I were thrilled to send our five children through the Saugerties School system, having been graduates ourselves. Tom King, president ofthe New York State Rifle and Pistol Association of New York State("NYSRPA"), recommends that voters cast their votes on the Conservative line on November 4. This was accomplished through $1.18 million in staff reductions, some through retirements, along with federal pandemic-relief funding. Residents of the Riverhead Central School District will vote tomorrow on whether to adopt a $169.7 million operating budget for the 2022-2023 school year during the annual budget vote tomorrow. The approved spending plan overcame a deficit of $1,785,303 by tapping into a fund balance ($1,440,303), ERS reserve ($330,000) and unemployment reserve ($15,000). Theyre still not funded where they need them to be, we know that, he said. The proposed budget also provides support to address academic and mental health challenges brought on by the pandemic. We cannot neglect the base. At the elementary level, the district is hoping to add one full-time librarian, one full-time reading instructor and one full-time teacher in grades 5-6. I wanted to run for school board primarily because I have a young child coming through the district (starting Kindergarten next year), and I want to be involved in making sure that the children are the main priority when making decisions. Saugerties High School (photo by Rick Holland). The Town Board needs to re-prioritize its basic needs and its purpose. There is a community forum on this topic this Tuesday 7PM at the Saugerties High School Auditorium. 2022 All rights reserved. I will look for ways for the county to partner with other agencies and programs such as R.Y.A.N. The proposed tax levy increase is at the maximum allowable under the state mandated cap for the district. The Animal Shelter, Letter to the Editor: I had the opportunity to tour the Saugerties Animal Shelter with Councilman Paul Andreassen on Saturday April 13th. I am new to the political process, and not as polished as other candidates, not to mention nervous. She has caught people bilking Ulster County and brought them to justice. This District administrative team and the Board of Education have worked tirelessly to be good financial stewards, and the proposed budget adheres to those principles, says Reinhardt. In addition, the shelter size and configuration obviously appears too small for their needs and is lacking general maintenance. This page is maintained by SCSD according to the web publishing guidelines of Saugerties Central School District. Saugerties Senior High School Calendar. Yes, he is 25 years old but it is time for new ideas as Saugerties enters the 2020s. I encourage everyone who can to vote for her.Marie ShultisHurley, Re: Al Bruno (Legislator, District 2)Support Al BrunoI am asking all of the Saugerties residents in Legislative District 2, to get out and vote for Al Bruno.Al is a lifelong resident of Saugerties and has devoted countless hours to extensive Community Service. need for more manpower. While it was asked of the previous candidates, it was not one of the questions to the prospective Legislators. These matters take forever to adjudicate and filling the gallery with cheerleaders won't alter the outcome in any way. Saugerties school budget vote result misleading 2021-05-25 - Dear Editor: Saugerties school district Superintendent Kirk Reinhardt thanked the community for "a nearly 76% approval" of the proposed school budget. The same people who had so vigorously encouraged him to run two years ago, have now turned their backs on him and in the process have turned theirs back on their very own party members as well. Update: Five Kingston students transported to hospital after suspected pepper spray incident at school, Kingston Highs 2023 commencement ceremony expected to be held much closer to home than originally feared, Eight students injured in Kingston school bus accident, New Paltz teacher recognized as Master Teacher, Onteora Central School District authorizes a series of property tax exemptions, Seeking community input, Onteora hosts first World Cafe-style forum, Onteora school board aspirants hand in their test booklets, Father and son arrested for manslaughter in Saugerties, New Paltz officials concerned about large-scale development proposal. She also recognizes the problems and issues communities in Ulster County face with drug addiction. The opioid epidemic is taking more young lives everyday. significant revisions to the current proposal, exemptions for those who need to make a living in the rough and tumble world of construction, trucking and the like (myself and my family included) and only if there is a consensus among the people of Saugerties to pursue this endeavor. Mike is committed to not only keeping Saugerties an affordable place where its residents can live and raise a family but looking to the future a thriving and economically sound place where our childrens children can live and raise their families.I am respectfully asking all of my friends, family, colleagues and residents of Saugerties to please join me and cast your ballot for Mike Ivino on November 5. Information was released on the districts Facebook page but not immediately available on its website. While I'm still generally opposed, I'm perfectly willing to admit that the actions of a few may require further steps to enforce what should be considered common decency. The Saugerties Central School District Board of Education adopted a $66,426,716 proposed budget for the 2022-2023 school year that is $110,249 LESS THAN the current year's budget. Socially Im slightly to the left on social issues and a little more than slightly to the right on government spending. Town Councilman, Candidate for Town Councilman, Paul Andreassen's Many Commitments to Saugerties. He's never charged for mileage involving any of the public service or volunteer committees, boards or associations with which he was involved. We have seen Mary attend many events brining these issues front and center, most recently at the Ryans Run fundraiser in Kingston. Marion, Hildebrandt, and the High School, as well as pipe insulation installation at Mt. This investigation brought the JTTF to the City of Kingston, New York. I remain skeptical of the process and only hope that the town did not make a mistake in approving this so hastily. The Governor Andrew Cuomos office has indicated that further reductions during the school year are also possible depending upon the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a look back scheduled for Tuesday, June 30. A school district can have a great budget and wonderful class programs but if the students do not have the tools to be well-rounded for success, then their greatest potential could very well fall short. During the investigation, many conversations occurred in which Mr. Shabazz spoke of his desire to physically injure members of local law enforcement. residents whether enrolled in a party or not. This has to stop. Part of that is ensuring elementary class sizes remain at or below 30 students. Its a matter of someone who is highly qualified versus someone who is poorly qualified and a little too chummy with Pat Ryan for the public good. Saugerties, NY 12477, about Tin Can Robots Invade the Classroom, about Artist Shares Love of Drawing with Cahill Students, about The Infinite Campus Portal - FAQs, Tips, & Tricks, Ulster County Food Pantries & Meal Programs, Transportation Companies - Proposal/Request Forms, Artist Shares Love of Drawing with Cahill Students, The Infinite Campus Portal - FAQs, Tips, & Tricks. Education: 2003 Graduate of Saugerties high School and 2006 Graduate of Ulster County Community College. New Additions (not planning to update list fully with the upcoming cancellation of screenpasses but you can still look through here) War dogs HD, Monsters Inc 4k, Clash of the Titans SD, Wrath of the Titans HD, Keanu HD, Game Night HD, The Hangover 3 HD, Ratatoullie 4k, Up 4k, Bean HD, Run All Night HD, Edge of Tomorrow 4k, The Book of Eli HD, Kingsman Golden Circle 4k. We are not going to make any decision on any part of this proposed legislation in the foreseeable future (if at all) and we absolutely will NOT make ANY decision behind closed doors. His passion for politics makes him the right candidate for the job! At this time, the declining mental health of our students must be addressed as they continue to adjust back to life in the classrooms. During the meeting, Superintendent Kirk Reinhardt said the budget proposal adhered to the districts goal of keeping taxpayers in mind while addressing the needs of Saugerties students. One-by-one, each member of the committee had an opportunity to interview Mike and each member asked a series of questions, after which Mike left the room. I didnt know what he was alleged to have done in and of itself is disturbing.In todays world of social media, such statements are easily disproven as shown here in another photograph publicly displayed on the candidates website as early as spring of 2019.