Best Wishes for the New Year.
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Best Wishes for the New Year.
The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 1 Make Your Christmas Tree Part of the Great Ice In Grand Isle Festivities The ice is in a little early for Great Ice in Grand Isle, but it is a great reminder that Frozen Fun in February is not far behind! Great Ice In Grand Isle Festivities are being planned for the weekend of February 8 and 9, 2014. In the meantime, save your Christmas trees please! The festivities will include a gigantic bonfire on the ice again this year, and organizers are in need of as many trees as can be piled up! Once you are finished with your tree, please strip it of décor. Call Hero’s Welcome at 372-4161 and someone will come to pick it up, or you can bring it yourself. Also, if Andrea M. Champagne you are interested Andrea is in her rose colored in volunteering for one of the events, glasses and is predicting a organizers would fabulous Real Estate be happy to hear New Year for you! from you! More information about the planned events will be announced shortly. Mike Savage 802-309-1582 Best Wishes for the New Year. Larry Mumley 802-782-9884 Yve Mumley THE NATIVE ISLANDER Carol Racine REALTOR/Broker, GRI Thank You! For your friendship goodwill & business throughout this past year. We wish for you A Happy New Year! We look forward to helping you make 2014 a fabulous Real Estate year! Heres to a Bright, Healthy & Happy 2014! Experience Integrity Professional RE/MAX North Professionals Call me today! OFFICE: 861-6294 • HOME: 372-8825 email: [email protected] All Winter Tires Sold & Installed December Inspections Due 24 Hr Towing Call Mitchel or Chris 372-6139 Route 2 & 314 South Hero All the best for a Happy Healthy New Year! The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 2 Lake Shoreland Protection Commission Announces Montpelier Public Hearing The Lake Shoreland Protection Commission (Commission) will conduct a hearing in order to take public comments regarding the proposed regulation of lake shorelands in Vermont. The public hearing will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2014, from 6 to 8 pm, in Room 11 of the Vermont State House in Montpelier, Vermont. The Vermont General Assembly established the Commission in Section E.126.1 of Act 50 of 2013 (Act 50) in order to: provide information to the public regarding the current health and regulation of waters of the State and take public input regarding the regulation of disturbance, clearing, and creation of impervious surfaces in the shorelands of lakes. The Commission is composed of the members of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Energy and five members from the House Committee on Fish, Wildlife and Water Resources. To fulfill its charge, the Commission was authorized to conduct multiple public meetings around the State. The Commission met six times in Newport, Fairlee, Lake Bomoseen, Middlebury, North Hero, and Burlington. Over 700 persons attended these meetings. At those meetings, approximately 290 comments were provided to the Commission. In addition, 27 comments were submitted to the Commission by e-mail or postal mail. In total, the Commission received at least 320 comments from the public. The comments were compiled, reviewed by Commission staff, and organized into categories of common questions or themes. A copy of the full comments submitted to the Commission and the categories of themes or questions can be found on the Commission’s website at: https://leg2. vermont.gov/sites/legislature/LSP/default.aspx. Classy Potty’s “The Elegant Portable Restroom” 802-928-3572 Specializing in Outdoor Weddings Available for all Occasions Flushable Toilets, Hand Wash Sinks and More Luxurious Amenities See Our Online Photo Gallery www.classypotty.vpweb.com Serving the ChamplainValley The Commission is required by Act 50 to hold an additional public meeting in Montpelier. That meeting has been scheduled for January 8, 2014. The Commission encourages interested members of the public to attend the public hearing and to provide oral or written testimony. Persons who would like to testify can sign up to speak beginning at 5:30 pm. Depending on the number of persons requesting to testify, witnesses may have three minutes or less to present their testimony. The Commission also will accept written testimony. Written comments must be submitted to the Office of Legislative Council, attention Gabrielle Malina, 115 State Street Montpelier, VT 05633-5301. The committee cannot schedule testimony requests ahead of time for public hearings. Persons seeking to testify must sign up at the hearing itself. 21 Sunset View Road P.O. Box 212 South Hero, VT 05486 [email protected] p: (802)372-5600 f: (802)372-3025 The Islander is published weekly and circulated in South Hero, Grand Isle, North Hero, Isle La Motte, Alburgh, Milton, Georgia, Colchester and Swanton in Vermont, and Rouses Point, Champlain, Chazy and Mooers in New York. Editor- George Fowler, Production Manager- Tonya L. Poutry, Graphic Artist- Tonya L. Poutry, Editorial Typesetter- Courtney A. Schaetz Sales Manager- Courtney A. Schaetz Circulation- Chriss Sherwin Contributors- Susan Davis - [email protected] 802-378-5282, Mary Racicot, Courtney A. Schaetz, Mary Harwood, Anita Bruley, Lisa Arnold, Julie Dickie and Lorinda Henry. To place display advertising, contact the office at (802)372-5600 or FAX us at (802)372-3025. Office Hours are Thursday-Saturday 9:00-12:00/1:005:00 and Monday 9-5; Tuesday and Wednesday by appointment or chance. Deadline for Tuesday's Paper is Saturday Noon. Website: www.lakechamplainislander.com Editorial material may be reproduced with credit. Advertising material is the property of the publisher. —All Rights Reserved— Not responsible for typographical errors. www.facebook.com/lakechamplainislander In This Issue... Grand Isle News............................................................Page 3 Alburgh News.................................................................Page 4 New York News.............................................................Page 5 South Hero News..........................................................Page 6 North Hero News.........................................................Page 9 Calendar of Events....................................................Page 10 Legal Notices..........................................................Page 12-13 Milton News..................................................................Page 14 Dicker Dens...................................................................Page 15 Isle La Motte ................................................................Page 15 Thank You For Caring and Sharing Organizers of the 2013 Caring and Sharing Campaign are pleased to announce that 70 food boxes and 80 fruit baskets were made and delivered to very appreciative Island recipients this holiday season. Families with children also received a nice bag of toys that were collected through Toys for Kids of Vermont and other local organizations. This program would not be possible without the help of the following: A&B Beverage, Allenholm Farm, Allen’s Garage, Eagle Camp, East Shore Mechanical, Geer Sound, Hacketts Orchard, Island Excavating, Island Realty, Keeler Bay Variety, Kinney Insurance, Pest Pro, Silver By Tish, South Hero Congregational Church Ladies Aid, The Green Frog Gift Shop and the Grand Isle Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, as well as, the countless volunteers who wrap, pack and deliver food and toys to their less-fortunate neighbors. 50% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS ITEMS Toys Tools Decorations Hardware Housewares Ice Fishing G rand Isle N The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 3 ews Julie Dickie [email protected] BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES Happy birthday Kerri Carlton and Eugene Lawrence on January 2. Happy birthday Kevin Lawrence January 3 and Tim Parizo on January 4. DEADLINES Do you have Grand Isle happenings that you would like to share? Be sure to send it in! News needs to be received by 5 pm on Fridays, for the Grand Isle News section, at [email protected]. SCHOOL NEWS THANK YOU BOOSTERS: All of Grand Isle School athletes extend a huge thanks to the Grand Isle Boosters for all that they do in supporting our athletic programs. In addition to the uniforms they provide our program, they also help in providing much needed equipment. Most recently, Boosters purchased new balls for our basketball teams. We greatly appreciate all their hard work during tournaments and running concession stands at games that they put in towards making these purchases possible. The boosters are always looking for new volunteers to help out in their activities. If you have some time, and would like to help out a great cause, please contact Amy Murray at [email protected]. CALCUTTA: The 8th grade will be holding a Calcutta on February 9 at the Grand Isle School, starting at 5 pm, to benefit their Class Trip to Rocking Horse Ranch in New York. Please join us for this fun community event. The evening will start off with a spaghetti dinner at 5 pm. Tickets are $50 each and includes two adult dinners and one Calcutta ball. For tickets, please call Scott Crady at 372-4937. WINTER BALL: There will be a Community Winter Ball Middle School Dance at the Grand Isle School on Friday, January 17 from 6:30 to 9 pm. All area Island Middle School Students are invited to attend this fun community event. Tickets are $7 at the door. We look forward to seeing all Island Middle School Students! HOUR OF CODE: Students in grades K to 8 participated in a worldwide Hour of Code event during Computer Science and Engineering Week. Students learned and practiced coding through a variety of activities and demonstration videos. Teachers in the elementary and middle school classrooms commented that these activities really fostered student’s problem solving and perseverance. Students worked independently as well as with partners and teachers to solve a variety of programming challenges. And when they ran their code and it did not do what they expected students rewrote their code and tried again! Over 10 million students around the world participated in the “hour of code”. The response was so overwhelming and positive that the resources made available during this week will continue to be available to students free of charge. Visit the site http://code.org/ learn, and see what coding is all about! LIBRARY NEWS By: Kathy Tulissi, Library Director 372-4797, grandislefreelibrary@ hotmail.com NEW BOOKS: Starry Night by Debbie Macomber- “Carrie Slayton, a big-city society-page columnist, longs to write more serious news stories. So her editor hands her a challenge: She can cover any topic she wants, but only if she first scores the paper an interview with Finn Dalton, the notoriously reclusive author. Carrie develops a theory on his whereabouts. Soon she is torn between pursuing the story of a lifetime and following her heart.” The Ocean At The End Of The Lane by Neil Gaiman- “It began for our narrator forty years ago when the family lodger stole their car and committed suicide in it, stirring up ancient powers best left undisturbed. There is primal horror here, and menace unleashed-- within his family and from the forces that have gathered to destroy it. His only defense is three women, on a farm at the end of the lane.” Chomp by Carl Hiaasen- “When the difficult star of the reality television show Expedition Survival disappears while filming an episode in the Florida Everglades using animals from the wildlife refuge run by Wahoo Crane’s family, Wahoo and classmate Tuna Gordon set out to find him while avoiding Tuna’s gun-happy father.” WEEKLY EVENTS: Story Time is back! Come listen to a great book at 10 am on Wednesdays. HOURS: Our hours for New Year’s Eve will be from 1 to 6 pm and closed on New Year’s Day. We will be back to our usual hours after the holidays Tuesday- 1 to 8 pm, Wednesday- 9 am to Noon, Thursday- 4 to 8 pm and Saturday- 9 am to 3 pm. Check out the Library Blog at grandislefreelibraryvt. wordpress.com, and Like us on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/ Begin The New Year By Making A Difference Grand Isle County Mentoring is a school-based mentoring program, which matches community children with adults who have similar interests. They meet once a week for one hour in the school at a mutually convenient time and develop a relationship. During their time together, they participate in many activities on the school grounds, including games, arts and crafts, cooking and conversation. January is National Mentoring Month. Grand Isle County Mentoring in conjunction with Vermont’s Mentoring Partnership, Mobius will promote activities and raise public awareness of mentoring in Grand Isle County. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Mentoring Works!,” and throughout the month of January, Mobius is partnering with mentoring programs, the Vermont Agency of Education, and supporters from the state government and local foundations, to highlight the many proven benefits mentoring provides for Vermont’s young people. These benefits include improved school and class attendance, better relationships with peers and family members, and a greater sense of connectedness to their schools and communities. On Tuesday, January 14 there will be a State House event honoring mentoring, and on Thursday, January 16 there will be a Thank Your Mentor Day. On Wednesday, January 22, The Blue Paddle in South Hero will be recognizing mentors during their dinner hours. For more information about Grand Isle County Mentoring and how you can get involved visit gicmentoring.org. “where the sun never ends” Route 7 Milton, VT “across from the high school” 893-7866 CROSSROADS TRAVEL CENTER RT. 2 & 78, ALBURGH • 796-3044 RED BULL 2/$5 12oz ATM & EBT Open GAS SALE $.05 off per gallon Tues-Thurs All Grill Items X-mas 2/$2.50 & New Years! OPEN 5AM - 11PM DAILY Fountain Soda $.79 Thanksgiving, Weekly Wine Specials! Valid thru 01/07/13 The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 4 Main St. Alburgh • 796-3434 Mon-Fri 7-6, Sat 8-12, Sun Closed Propane Refills 7 Days a Week • Cash Only After hours, Tim 378-0124 Ready to Install Winter Tires Low Prices - Check Us Out • Sign up for Snowplowing! RABBI STUART JAY ROBINSON, ESQ. Est. 1974 33 East Shore North, Grand Isle, VT Specializing in the General Practice of Law, including the areas of • Civil & Criminal Litigation • Constitutional Law • Family Law • Business Law PO Box 50 Grand Isle, VT 05458 [email protected] A lburgh N (802)372.5129 (802)881.9158 (c) (802)372.4165 (f) NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY Ring in 2014 with your family and friends on New Year’s Eve at the Alburgh American Legion. There will be dancing to music by KDK, dancing, party favors and a delicious buffet from 9 pm until 1 am. Tickets are $25 a couple and $15 for a single and are available at the Legion or at the Alburgh Beverage Mart. NEW YEARS EVE PARTY TICKETS BOTTLE DRIVE The Alburgh 8th Grade Class of 2014 will be ON SALE AT THE LEGION having a Bottle Drive on Saturday, January 4th. OR MUNICIPAL OFFICES HOLIDAY ALBURGH BEVERAGE MART. SCHEDULE SINGLE $15 COUPLE $25 All Municipal Offices will be closing at Noon on Tuesday, December 31 and closed for the SINGLES POOL TOURNAMENT entire day on Wednesday, January 1. COMING JAN 5TH. OPEN AT SCHOOL NEWS NOON STARTS AT 1, Alburgh School will reopen on Monday, SINGLES. $10 January 6. The Winter Concert will be held on Thursday, REGULAR MEMBERS MEETING January 23, at 6 pm, in the gymnasium. LIBRARY NEWS MON. THE 6TH. By: Gina Lewis, Library Director 796-6077, [email protected] DANCE TO JUST US SAT. 11TH. CLOSED: The library will be closed Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1. STORYTIME FOR PRESCHOOLER: Storytime meets every Tuesday at 10:30. Story, Songs, Crafts, and Snack. HANDCRAFTERS MEET: The handcrafters will meet on Wednesday, January 8 at 6:30 pm. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: On Friday, January 10, at 7 pm, the library will be showing the movie Planes, 2013. LIBRARY WEBSITE: The library has recently updated our website. For up-to-date news and new books check out alburghpl.org. HOMEWORK AFTER SCHOOL CLUB: The library will host an after school homework club every weekday, from 3 to 4 pm, and a snack will be provided, as well as, help with homework. On Fridays the club will meet and do some extra fun activities. This program is free! OPEN SIX DAYS A WEEK: The library is open on Monday- 1 to 6 pm, Tuesday- 9 am to 5 pm, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday- 1 to 6 pm and Saturday 10 am to pm. WI-FI is available inside and outside the library building 24/7. ews Lisa Arnold 802.796.3325 •[email protected] What a crazy year 2013 has been. I can’t help but think what we as an American culture have taken the time to focus on in this past year. I know at least a few, if not many of the following list have been used, talked about or obsessed about in your household in 2013: reality TV, smart phones, Netflix, Candy Crush, Minecraft, Facebook, Playstation, Twitter, Vine, Snapchat, Xbox 360, Google, Youtube, Wii, Instagram, etc, etc. I truly think that taking time away from technology of any kind would be a great resolution for any of us in this next year. Talking to someone face-to-face, writing a letter, going for a walk without headphones and music, taking a trip to a local museum, visiting the library and checking out a book, playing a board game, reading The Islander and counting one’s blessings-- now those should certainly top anyone’s 2014 to-do lists. I, for one, will truly try to “unplug” a bit more this year and spend more time just enjoying my family and friends. That is, after I finally beat level 181! Happy New Year to one and all. May 2014 bring health, happiness and hope for a brighter, less popular-culture driven world. EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER COURSE HELD IN ALBURGH Any member of a local Fire Department or Rescue Squad will tell you that there is always a need to find new volunteers. Toward that end, the Alburgh Rescue Squad is sponsoring an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Course to be held at the Alburgh Fire Station on Tuesday evenings. The course is sixty hours long and is targeted towards people with little or no medical experience. It is open to anyone living in the Grand Isle or Franklin County areas. There will be an informational meeting on Tuesday, January 7, at 6:30 pm, to discuss the course requirements and answer questions. If you have time to spare, consider using it to help your neighbors medical needs. Vermont’s New Free Ice Fishing Day Announced Always wanted to go ice fishing but couldn’t find a good excuse to get away? The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department has found that excuse for you: a “free ice fishing day” on the fourth Saturday in January. Saturday, January 25, 2014 is Vermont’s new free ice fishing day: a day when anyone, resident or nonresident, may go fishing without a fishing license. “We worked with the Legislature to create a free ice fishing day to encourage individuals, friends and families to get out and try one of the most popular fishing methods enjoyed in Vermont,” said Fish & Wildlife Commissioner Patrick Berry. “I know some Vermonters who go because they have more free time in the winter months,” he added. “Others go because they enjoy the tremendous fishing opportunities to be found this time of year. And still others simply enjoy getting out together to have fun and catch a few truly fresh fish to bring home for dinner.” Vermont’s premier fishing destination, Lake Champlain, offers many ice fishing opportunities. Quality fishing for many species is easy to find on this 120-mile long lake, including landlocked salmon, lake trout, northern pike, yellow perch, white perch, walleye, and crappie. “Lake Champlain attracts twice as much fishing activity during the winter as during the summer, particularly in the northern third of the lake,” said State Fisheries Biologist Brian Chipman. “The plentiful yellow perch is the mainstay of the winter fishery, but many ice anglers also find good fishing for other species.” Traditional northern pike hotspots include Lake Champlain’s Kelley Bay, Missisquoi Bay, Dillenbeck Bay, Carry Bay, Keeler Bay, Saint Albans Bay, the shallow flats south of the Sandbar Causeway between Milton and South Hero, and the area south of the Champlain Bridge from Addison to Benson. Later, as more ice forms, landlocked salmon can be caught in the Inland Sea north of the Sandbar Causeway. There is no closed season for trout and salmon on Lake Champlain. If cold weather provides good ice on the deep-water areas of the lake, lake trout will be found off the west shore of Grand Isle and in Outer Mallets Bay, Shelburne Bay, Converse Bay, and Button Bay south to the Champlain Bridge. While walleyes can show up anywhere in Lake Champlain, the most consistent winter action can be found in the southern end of the lake off Benson and Orwell, as well as the northern end in Swanton and Alburgh. Yellow perch and other panfish are being caught at sheltered Lake Champlain bays and shallows as well as on some other Vermont waters. Vermont’s ice fishing season for trout, salmon and bass starts January 18 and continues through March 15 on forty large Vermont lakes. For a list of those lakes, go to page 60 of the 2014 Vermont Guide to Hunting, Fishing and Trapping, available where licenses are sold and at www.vtfishandwildlife.com. To locate places to stay and help on the latest fishing activity, go to the Vermont Outdoor Guides Association website: www.voga.org, and click on ice fishing. An Internet search for Vermont Ice Fishing also will yield helpful information from several websites. If you would like to learn more about ice fishing, be sure to attend the free fishing day ice fishing festival being held January 25 at the Larrabee Point Fishing Access Area on Lake Champlain in Shoreham. Vermont Fish & Wildlife staff and experienced volunteer ice fishing enthusiasts will be there, from 1 to 4:30 pm, to help everyone, young and old, learn how to enjoy this unique and popular type of fishing. For more information, contact Nicole Corrao at 802-318-1347 or [email protected]. N ew York N The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 5 ews Mary Racicot 518.297.6138 • [email protected] NUTRITION SITE WELCOMES SANTA The Rouses Point Nutrition Site at Saint Patrick’s Parish Center in Rouses Point was bursting at the seams with wonderful Christmas music, a bubbly Santa, elves, great appetizers, lasagna and delicious desserts. It was a fun filled party for the fifty two senior guests that were present. The hall was beautifully decorated by organizers Julie, Carmen and Tish. Flashback band provided the music that was sponsored by Parker Chevrolet. There were gifts for everyone provided by the many generous business owners and organizations in the Northern Tier. Dancing Santa and Julie thanked everyone for their presence. Marcella White from the Nutrition Center in Plattsburgh welcomed everyone and thanked Julie and her elves for the their work at the site and the fun party. She noted that there will be a Senior Snow Ball at the Senior Center, Brinkerhoff Street, in Plattsburgh on Friday, January 10. NCCS STUDENTS RECEIVE HONORS Northeastern Clinton students receiving honors during the fall sports season are as follows: Katie Mattott, a sophomore, on the Northern Soccer League’s Division I girls’s soccer was named to the first team. Katie mostly played forward for the Cougars, but saw some action at midfield. She has great ball skills and sees the field well. She is comfortable at shooting from any distance or taking on defenders. She finished with six goals and an assist on the year. Also named to the first team is Michaela McDonough, a senior, was a three-year varsity player and all-star selection for the second consecutive season. She was the center of the Cougars’ defense and could clear the ball with either foot. She sees the field well and made great decisions that solidified the defense. She added three goals and four assists to help offensively. Named to the second team was Maddy Tucker. Named to the boys soccer division team I was Austin Tetreault, a second-year all-star, used his quickness and excellent foot skills to excel on offense for the Cougars. He played a pivotal role in the team’s offensive strategy, and finished with thirteen goals and four assists. Also named to the first team was Rodney Grimshaw, a second-year all-star, was a strong defender for the Cougars on the season. He used his strength and athleticism to anchor Northeastern Clinton’s defense. He was a great hustler, which allowed him to be successful at his defensive position. Named to the second team was Garrett Begor. Brianna McCoy was named to the 2013 Champlain Valley Athletic Conference all-stars Volleyball season. She helped lead the NCCS volleyball team to one of its more successful seasons in years. She was a skillful, all-around player, but excelled at the net. Brianna led the team in blocks, averaging, over three blocks per match. Named to the second team was Ellen Reid, and honorable mention honors went to Amanda Tallon. SENIOR HOUSING RESIDENTS ARE FETED Residents of the E.A. & B.J. Bechard Senior Housing in Rouses Point enjoyed a wonderful extended holiday season with the many parties and events that several organizations and individuals took the time from their own busy schedules to bring so much joy and happiness to them. The entire facility was beautifully decorated thanks to their own internal secret elves. Festivities began on December 9 when Gail Bowman, owner of Best Friends Restaurant in Rouses Point, presented each resident with a “tied blanket” as a Christmas gift. These blankets were crafted personally by Gail, came in many exciting colors and designs, and each resident was able to choose their favorite one. As has been done for a number of years now, on December 16, American Legion and auxiliary members furnished, prepared, and served a complete delicious Christmas dinner for the residents. The residents look forward to this dinner each year and very much appreciate the generosity of Post 912 here in Rouses Point. Delicious apple pies supplied by Judy and Calvin Castine were enjoyed by everyone. On December 18, residents enjoyed an evening with the Girl Scouts of Community #436 and Santa. The scouts entertained with caroling and shared delicious goodies. The scouts had prepared edible rice crispy cut outs in Christmas shapes, and the residents enjoyed decorating them with help from the eager scouts. On December 20th, residents had their choice of picking a special Christmas placemat made by Monday Night Cutups of the Champlain Valley Quilters Guild, NY presented by MaryLou Beauharnois. Also on the 20th, students from the CSES (College for all Students) organization at NCCS brought a handmade flower box loaded with goodies that was the delight of everyone. On December 21, the residents were treated to a luncheon of pizza, donated by Gino’s Pizza, Lake Street, Rouses Point. Judy and Calvin Castine arranged and delivered desserts to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth as well. Also, on Christmas day, the resident Doreen Smith furnished and prepared an absolutely delicious dinner for all residents who had not planned to be away that evening. Every resident was the recipient of a basket containing many personal items as well as treats to eat, some of which were made by family members. Members of the Hockey Club were scheduled to entertain with Christmas songs on Sunday, the 22nd, but due to inclement weather, it was felt best to cancel this event. Please remember the residents next year or at any time as the residents enjoy visitors. The residents and staff thanks and appreciates all the many acts of kindness that was bestowed upon them throughout the year. Many residents are not able to leave their residence that often, so they are very grateful to have visitors, entertainment and goodies brought to them . Just to be remembered during this season is rewarding. THE ALICE TO HOST AUTHOR JL TORRES The Alice Museum in Chazy will host author JL Torres for a reading and book signing on Thursday, January 23 at 7 pm. His new book entitled, The Accidental Native, is an intriguing novel about returning home and reclaiming love. When Rennie’s parents die in a freak accident, he does what he knows they would have wanted and buries them in their homeland, Puerto Rico, the island of enchantment. There, in the small town they grew up in, he’s in for another shock: the woman who raised him was not his biological mother. His birth mother, Julia, is beautiful, elegant and a high-powered attorney. She wants to get to know the son she gave up many years before, but Rennie is still grieving and unable to accept the truth. Adrift, with no family in New York and haunted by memories, Rennie is swayed to Julia’s constant pleading that he move to the island. A teaching job at a college in Puerto Rico decides it, and he finds himself flying “home” to a place and culture he knows only through his parents’ recollections. Once there, his mother is determined to educate him on the island’s culture and history, and he quickly learned there are several holes in his cultural encyclopedia. Life on the island isn’t like in the United States, and Rennie’s workplace is no exception. The university is woefully behind in terms of technology, his students aren’t eager to learn English, they’re frequently on strike and the department chair isn’t thrilled to have a Nuyorican on staff. Most disturbing, though, is the rumor that numerous faculty and staff are dying from cancer because the campus is a former U.S. military base where toxic ammunitions have been buried. Rennie soon finds himself working to expose the government’s lies, though he risks losing his job, his home and even the woman he loves. In his debut novel, J. L. Torres captures the conflict and challenges experienced by Puerto Ricans returning to their “homeland.” Author of a short-story collection, The Family Terrorist and Other Stories. His stories and poetry have been published widely in anthologies and magazines. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the South Bronx, he currently lives with his wife and two sons in upstate New York, where he teaches American literature and creative writing at SUNY Plattsburgh. Make a reservation by calling 518-846-7336 or sign up through Facebook. HOME TOWN CABLE Home Town Cable, Channel 24, is the viewersupported, local cable-TV/internet channel for the communities of Altona, Champlain, Chazy, Ellenburg, Mooers and Rouses Point. Daily four-hour programming starts play at 11, 3 and 7, am and pm, except Wednesday’s three-hour program which is shown at 11, 2, 5 and 8, am and pm. Programming is also available as free videoon-demand at www.hometowncablenetwork. com and www.plattsburgh.com. Presently, over 9,200 videos are available for free online viewing. Wednesday, January 1- NCCS vs. Lake Placid Varsity Volleyball, SUNY Plattsburgh vs. Potsdam Division III Men’s Hockey; Thursday and Friday, January 2 and 3- NCCS vs. Beekmantown Varsity Bowling, NAC vs. Seton Catholic Varsity Boys’ Soccer; Saturday and Sunday, January 4 and 5Our Little Corner with Gordie Little with Terror in the Adirondacks, What’s Going on Here with Bob Venne; Monday and Tuesday, January 6 and 7- Beekmantown vs. Potsdam High School Girls’ Hockey, NCCS vs. AuSable Valley Varsity Girls’ Soccer. NOTES Sympathy goes out to the family of Gerald F. Dupree, 84, of Plattsburgh, who passed away on December 23, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh. Christmas has come and gone and as usual it is one to remember. We were lucky enough to have our daughters and their families with us to enjoy this special time. Weather did cause difficulties, but hopefully everyone was able to get to their loved ones to celebrate. Now it is on to 2014, and I always wonder what events will come our way and am thankful for all the blessings that have been bestowed upon me. The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 6 S outh Hero N ews Mary S. Harwood 802.372.4127 • [email protected] Open 6am - 2pm Daily 90 Lake St, Rouses Point, NY at 518-297-6378 St. Joseph’s Church Hall in Grand Isle every Thursday at 6:30p.m. with Early Birds starting at 6:15p.m. Island Memorial Pet Services Loyalty Personalized Cremation Services with Transportation! www.islandmemorial.com Clean Air Permit# AP05034 Deserves Dignity 802-316-2284 BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Want your birthday or anniversary in the paper? Send it to me by email, [email protected] by Thursday for the next Tuesday’s paper. We ring out 2013 with two birthday celebrations on Tuesday, December 31 for Ann Morway and Landon Scott Myers. George Fowler starts off our birthday year with his big day on Thursday, January 2. Elaine Salsbury marks another year on Friday, January 3 and on Monday, January 6, best wishes to Steve Robinson. Best wishes to everyone for a wonderful new year in 2014! REAPPRAISALS The Listers have approximately 100 properties that have not been seen for Reappraisal. Most of these people do not have a listing in the area telephone book. If you haven’t been reappraised yet, please call the Listers at 372-5552. SELECTBOARD OPENINGS There are two Selectboard seats coming up for election in 2014. Petitions for candidates to be placed on the ballot can be picked up at Town Hall and turned in by January 27, 2014 to be considered. Petitions for articles to be included in the Town report have to be submitted by January 22, 2104. The Town Meeting informational session is on March 1, 2014. TOWN HEARINGS The South Hero Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing at 7:30 pm, on Wednesday, January 8 at the Town Office, to act on a conditional use review brought by landowner Katharine C. Blanchard. She is proposing shoreland development that reduces the overall nonconformity on a lot and two-family dwelling at 455 West Shore Road. LIBRARY NEWS By: Carolyn Brennan, Librarian 372-6209, SouthHeroLibrary@gmail. com HOLIDAY HOURS: Closed on Wednesday, January 1. HOURS: Sunday and Monday- closed, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday- 9 am to 4 pm, Wednesdays- 11 am to 8 pm and Saturday- 9 am to 2 pm. SCRABBLE DAY: Where do “Za” and “Qat” count as words? Why Scrabble of course! On Saturday, january 4, starting at 10 am, we will have at least three scrabble boards set up, so, if you love to play, or just want to work on your spelling, come along and enjoy! Saturday January 4 at 10 am. STORY HOUR TIME CHANGE: Preschool Story Hour is now on Tuesdays at 10 am. ALL AGES CRAFT: On Saturday, January 18, come to the library at 10 am to make an ivory soap snowman! Not sure what that is? Check out our display in the library! TRUSTEES MEETING: The Library Board of Trustees Meeting is held on the second Wednesday of every month at 4 pm, and it is open to the public. South Hero Community Library is located at 75 South Street inside Folsom Educational and Community Center. Please stop by, email, call or visit us online at www. southherolibrary.org for more information. Dust Off Your Dancing Shoes! Don’t let the long winter keep you hidden away-- join your neighbors for some classic Jitterbug lessons! Organizers are getting geared up for another winter dance session at the North Hero Community Hall. This year, participants will be learning a little East Coast Swing with the Jitterbug. There will be five lessons: Fridays, January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7. The cost for the series is $30, and if you don’t have a partner, don’t worry-- organizers are making a list of people in need of pairing up. The classes will be held during the evening, but the exact time has not yet been determined. As in previous years, the profits from this fun, learning opportunity will benefit the renovations of the wonderful Community Hall in North Hero Village. Plans for a Valentine’s Dance are in the works, so, be sure to check back for updates! For more information, email Dwayne Cormier at [email protected]. SOLO Meeting for Dinner in Saint Albans SOLO (Supporting Others Like Ourselves) January dinner meeting will be held on Monday, January 20, starting at 5 pm, at the Hibachi Buffet in the Highgate Commons Shopping Plaza in Saint Albans Town. This support group is for those who have experienced the death of a spouse or partner. Participants are not counselors, just ordinary people trying to help and support one another by being upbeat and positive. The group is casual, relaxed and friendly and held in a comfortable setting. Dinners are Dutch treat, and newcomers are always welcomed! This month marks the two year year anniversary for the group. For more information, call 309-4862 or 309-2656. Make Holiday Memories Not Tragedies The Grand Isle County Sheriff’s Department Stop Teen Alcohol Risk Team (START) will be pro-actively patrolling the county and enforcing underage drinking laws at zero tolerance from December 24 through January 6, 2014. While the Department enforces underage drinking laws at zero tolerance the whole year through, this stepped up enforcement is meant to encourage a safe and sober holiday season by focusing on individuals under 21 years old who still have not received the message that it is against the law for them to possess, purchase, or consume alcohol. Law enforcement will also be conducting increased party patrols to stop drinking before it begins by focusing efforts around holiday gatherings where alcohol is present and available for individuals under 21 years old. It is against the law for anyone, regardless of his or her age, to provide or sell alcohol to individuals under 21 years old. The goal of the Grand Isle Sheriff’s Department START Team is to reduce underage alcohol related incidents and alcohol related crashes by individuals under 21 years old. Through pro-active intervention, they are requesting your assistance in preventing an underage alcohol party before it begins or reporting an underage alcohol party after it starts. Help ensure this holiday season creates fond memories to reflect on for years to come not a tragedy that fills future holidays with pain and sorrow. Dorey Demers Recipient of the 2013 John W. Engroff Legacy Award 2013 John W. Engroff Legacy Award recipient Dorey Demers (center) shares a moment with (from left) Amy Brewer, nominated Dorey, and Partnership Executive Leadership Team members Joe Halko, Kristin Prior, and Deb Grennon. During the December Annual Meeting of the Franklin Grand Isle Community Partnership, the 2013 John W. Engroff Legacy Award was presented to Dorey Demers, former Public Health Nurse for the Vermont Department of Health. The meeting also included a discussion of upcoming legislation and other important topics with local legislators. Legislators in attendance included Cindy Weed, Michel Consejo, and Steve Beyor. The nomination of Dorey Demers, as submitted by Amy Brewer, Northwestern Lifestyle Medicine Health Educator, was as follows: “It is my absolute pleasure to nominate Ms. Dorey Demers (“Super Public Health Woman”) of the Vermont Department of Health for this very important award. I have had the pleasure to work with Dorey for the past three to four years. Over that relatively short period of time, Dorey has exemplified the spirit of John: she has a warm and witty sense of humor, is committed to and models the collaborative spirit and her commitment to the well-being of all Franklin and Grand Isle individuals is obvious to all who interact with her. You all know Dorey as a Partnership Executive Leadership Team member and our region’s champion for public health. But there is so much Dorey does behind the scenes that have contributed to improvements in the health of our community. Dorey is a natural! She dropped into our region from a background in mental health nursing and it seems almost instantly saw the path towards improved health for the region. In her time as Public Health Nurse Extraordinaire, she has found ways to partner with every school to find ways to improve the health of the student body, including identifying school assets on which to build, bringing in resources such as the State Safe Routes to School Resource Center, and supporting impactful changes. She has presented at every municipal governing body to connect municipalities with public health principles and the resources of VDH. She has helped to protect residents from Pertussis, has helped to test them for and teach them about the risks for HIV/STIs, and she has brought the fun and excitement of Story Walks to all of the Farmer’s Markets around the region. Dorey’s instant and complete understanding of implementing public health practices has made her an essential resource to our community. Without Dorey’s contribution, no Fit & Healthy Enosburg initiatives would be moving forward, no School Health Indices would be begun or completed, and certainly, public health would be missing the warm and fun spirit that Dorey brings every day. And it is clear: VDH’s Facebook page would not be the fun model of health that inspires healthy eating, physical activity and supportive tips that it is. Its reach is impressive. Plus, she starred in a video. That’s cool! I am privileged to have worked so closely with Dorey over these past few years. She has been an asset to our community, to the Partnership, and just plain fun to be around. I rely on her expertise, her creativity and her partnership each and every day. Because of her amazing qualities, I believe she is a perfect candidate for the John W. Engroff Legacy Award. John would have adored her, I am sure!” The purpose of this Legacy Award is to honor and remember our good friend and colleague, John W. Engroff, former Coordinator of the Franklin Grand Isle Community Partnership from 2003 to 2007. John epitomized calm fortitude and grace under pressure. The level of thoughtfulness he put into his work, and his quiet, determined efforts to improve our community and the lives of all our families brought us deep appreciation for the opportunity to work with and learn from him. John brought great stability and credibility to the Partnership, as well as an unparalleled, albeit slightly bizarre, sense of humor. As a Partnership, we greatly appreciated his focus, warmth, reason, and even, maybe especially, his good grammar. It is a privilege to pay tribute to him for his generous and honorable efforts. Walt Whitman said “The greater the reform needed, the greater the personality you need to accomplish it.” In this case, John’s greatness came from his humble approach toward leading collaborative efforts. John, thank you for your hard work for the greater good! Previous John W. Engroff Legacy Award recipients include: 2008- Carol Stata, 2009- Jake Schuler, 2010Ethan Dezotelle, 2011Amy Brewer and 2012Marcheta Townsend. Alburgh Village Store •Groceries •Nightcrawlers •Hunting &Fishing Licenses • Ice Cold Beer The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 7 Warm Holiday Greetings to All! Daniel Streeter, Eloise Hedbor, Deb Plumley and Cy Kupersmith 802.651.6928 May You Have the Merriest Christmas and the Happiest New Year! From all of us at Complete Septic 802-928-3572 Happy Holidays! Best Wishes for a bright and happy 2014! MIKE BISHOP, REALTOR Office: 802/846-7843 Cell/Text: 802/825-5527 [email protected] 372.6190 | [email protected] Happy Holidays! Thank you for your business! Here's to a wonderful New Year! •Cigarettes Cheapest in town •We Now Gift Certificates! We Now Carry the 13 South Main St., Alburgh, VT Burlington Free Press. 802-796-3545 Mon-Thur:5-9 Fri & Sat:5-10 Sun: 6-9 $.06 Bottle Returns Buck Pool Winner: BOBBY DEAN, JR. 802.372.4101 • Grand Isle The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 8 Death Notices ELSIE ERICKSON “MAMOO” CONTI Elsie Erickson “Mamoo” Conti, 89, a longtime resident of Quarry Hill Road and associate with her husband, Tony, at the Hilltop Restaurant, died early Tuesday morning, December 24, 2013 at the Gifford Medical Center in Randolph. Born October 9, 1924 in Barre City, she was the daughter of Anton and Leena (Norpakka) Erickson. She attended elementary school in East Montpelier Center, speaking only Finnish in first grade, and was Salutatorian of her Montpelier High School class of 1942 and later attended the University of Vermont in Burlington. She married Antonio “Tony” Conti in Saint Augustine Church in Montpelier. Following their marriage they resided in Barre City and later moved to Barre Town and opened the Hilltop Restaurant which is currently owned and operated by their daughter and son-in-law, Maria Conti-Reilly and John Reilly. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, visiting family and friends, boat rides, sewing and the family cottage in Isle La Motte. Elsie will be remembered as an avid Florida Marlins baseball fan. Her memberships included Saint Anne’s Shrine in Isle La Motte, the Vermont chapter of POWMIA Veterans Group and the Barre American Legion Post #10 Auxiliary. Survivors include her son, Richard “Rick” Conti of Groton and Two daughters; Maria ContiReilly and her husband, John, of Barre Town and Linda LeVesque and her husband, Joseph, of East Barre; Five grandchildren; Maiju Stansel and her husband Bryan, Samantha Duprey and her husband Jaimie, John “Tony” LeVesque and his wife Christie, Rune Conti-Reilly and Flynn Conti-Reilly; Four great-grandchildren Maggie and Bo Duprey and Mathew and Zoey LeVesque as well as several nieces, nephews and well loved pets. Besides her husband, Tony, who died in 1992, she was predeceased by her parents and two brothers Carlo and Walter Erickson. Her Mass Of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday December 30, 2013 in Saint Monica Catholic Church in Barre. Entombment will be made in the Hooker and Whitcomb Receiving Vault to await burial in the Saint Sylvester Cemetery in Barre Town. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Jimmy Fund, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 or the Muscular Dystrophy Association, PO Box 78960, Phoenix, AZ 85062-8960. JAMES, “BICYCLE JIM” CRABTREE James, “Bicycle Jim” Crabtree, age 68, passed away peacefully December 27, 2013, at home with his wife Mary and dog Toya at his side. It was Jim’s wish, and Mary’s honor for him, that people not be informed of his illness, as he wanted people to remember him as he had been. Jim was born in Alhambra, California October 1, 1945. Following graduation from Southgate High School in 1963, Jim joined the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Rangers. He served in Vietnam and in Germany before being medically discharged. He was a lifetime standing member of the Grand Isle VFW Post 10854. In 1984, Jim moved to Vermont where he worked various jobs. In 1986, while working at Bromley Mountain bar-tending, Jim met the love of his life, Mary Gilbert. They have been together ever since, marrying in 2004. Jim had a soft spot for dogs and for making kids smile. He enjoyed surfing and Harley motorcycling. His favorite work was repairing bicycles and many may remember him as “Bicycle Jim”. For several years he repaired bicycles locally, setting up shop on South Street and later behind the former Branch’s store on Route 2. Jim also worked as handyman at Camp Hochelaga, in the custodial department at Saint Michael’s College and has worked part-time for the post office, delivering mail in South Hero. Jim is survived by his wife Mary Gilbert Crabtree, his brother Tim and wife Kathy Crabtree of Slidell, Louisiana and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Arrangements are being handled by the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. Online condolences may be made at www.minorfh.com. A service celebrating Jim’s life will be held at the Congregational Church of South Hero, 24 South Street on Wednesday, January 1, 2014 at 1 pm. A reception following is being provided by the VFW Post 10854. In lieu of flowers, Mary asks that donations be made to the South Hero Rescue: PO Box 365, South Hero, VT 05486 or the Grand Isle Sheriff’s Department R & R Camp: PO Box 168, North Hero, VT 05474. THOMAS E. DEMARS Thomas E. DeMars, 71, of Grand Isle, passed away peacefully on Friday December 27, 2013 surrounded by his loving family at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. Tom was born July 27, 1942 in Burlington, the son of the late Floyd and Edith Chamberlain DeMars. On December 5, 1959 he married Judy Terry in Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church in South Hero. They recently celebrated 54 years of marriage together. Tom took pride in the work that he did as a Master Plumber. Being self employed for a while he went to work for C & L Plumbing in South Burlington and later at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington from where he retired. Most recently, he enjoyed working part time for Shaw’s in Colchester. Tom is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Judy of Grand Isle and their children; Howard DeMars and his wife, AnnaMarie of Grand Isle; Terri “Chick” Roberts and her husband, Richard of Grand Isle and Kelly McAllister and her husband, Tim of Grand Isle. Nine grandchildren; Jeremy, Sara and husband Matt, Melissa and partner Dave, Nathan and wife Heather, Jillian and husband Sean, Cody and fiance Ashley, Allyson, Ross, Katie and husband Dwayne. Twelve great grandchildren. His very dear brother in law; Joe Terry of Grand Isle and three nieces; Marilyn Leduc of Burlington; Tina Patno of Grand Isle and Lori Beth Terry of Burlington. He was predeceased by his sister; Gloria Hill; a brother in law; Gary “Bean” Terry. There will be no visiting hours. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, January 2, 2014, at 10 am, at Saint Joseph’s Church in Grand Isle with Father Lawrence Ridgley celebrant. A reception will follow downstairs in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Springfield Shriners’ Children’s Hospital, by mailing to Lloyd Douglass, 63 East Shore Rd South, Grand Isle, VT 05458. Online condolences may be made at www.minorfh.com. GREGORY JOSEPH SHEDRICK Gregory Joseph Shedrick, age 46 years, a lifelong Alburgh resident died unexpectedly S a t u r d a y a f t e r n o o n December 14, 2013, in the Northwestern Medical Center following a sudden heart attack. Born in Saint Albans, Vermont on February 26, 1967, he was the son of the late Thomas R. Sr., and Lillian Mae (Burt) Shedrick. He received his elementary education from Alburgh Schools and also attended Missisquoi Valley Union High School. He was married to the former Sherrie Cummings who survives him. Greg was employed as a diesel mechanic for Art Bouquet’s Truck Repair in Highgate for many years and more recently was working for Hodgdon Brothers of Swanton. He was a lifelong parishioner of Saint Amadeus Roman Catholic Church and volunteered many hours, in various ways, for the parish community. Besides his wife Sherrie of Alburgh, Greg leaves four children, Charles Hebert, Valerie Boutah and husband David and Rene Verge Jr. all of Alburgh and Bruce Verge and his wife Ashley of North Hero; nine grandchildren, Lacey Hebert, David Boutah Jr., John Boutah, Alexis Verge, Summer Verge, Mason Salter, Noah Verge, Alisha Lincolnfelter and Logan Verge; two sisters, Rosemary Tatro of Rouses Point, New York and Brenda Tatro of Alburgh as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Raymond Shedrick and a sister, Clara Ann Shedrick. A Celebration of Gregory’s Life was held on Saturday December 28, 2013 from the Alburgh Volunteer Fire Department. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the family at 132 Greenwoods Road, Alburgh 05440. Arrangements are under the direction of The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Avenue, Swanton 05488. The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 9 N orth Hero N ews Courtney A. Schaetz [email protected] JITTERBUG ANYONE? Dance classes at the North Hero Community Hall will soon begin. This year, you have the opportunity to learn the Jitterbug. You don’t need a partner, but email Dwayne at [email protected] so that he can organize pairs. Classes will be held on, and the cost for the session is $30. Profits will benefit the renovation of the Hall. Support a great cause, shake cabin fever, get some exercise and learn to swing a little: that’s a lot of wins. GETTING READY FOR GREAT ICE IN GRAND ISLE The ice is here, and Great Ice in Grand Isle isn’t far behind. The schedule isn’t out as of my writing this, but preparations are underway, and one way you can help is by donating your Christmas tree, decoration free, to the bonfire on the ice, that in the past, has been paired with the Chili Cook-off. You can arrange pick-up by calling Hero’s Welcome at 372-4161, or you can drop it off yourself. Plan on attending the festivities during the weekend of February 8 and 9? Organizers are looking for volunteers, and I bet they could find a job for you. Check back next week for more details. WHAT’S UP IN NORTH HERO? I am always looking for your input on what appears in the North Hero News section; please send your birthdays, anniversaries, stories, events and ideas to nheronews@ yahoo.com. THAT TIME OF THE YEAR Plenty of people have started their ice fishing season-- be safe, best of luck, and I hope to see you out there. 2013 is just about in the books, and a new year awaits. I hope you have much to look forward to in the year ahead, even if that is as simple as the anticipation of what it may bring-- best wishes for a happy and healthy 2014! Last but not least, a very happy birthday to all those celebrating this week, including one of my favorite ladies: Mary Reilly, on January 2. LIBRARY NEWS By: Judy Poquette, Librarian 372-5458, [email protected] HOURS: Open on Tuesday from 2 to 7 pm, Thursday- 10 am to 3 pm and Saturday- 9 am to 1 pm. BOOKS: One of our patrons made a generous donation to the library, with instructions to spend it all on children’s material. So, we pulled out our wish list and had great fun shopping. Our new books include: Who was Sally Ride? by Megan Stine, Counting By 7’s by Holly Sloan, Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo, Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein, Fortunately, The Milk by Neil Gaman, Guiness World Records, 5’000 Awesome Facts (About Everything), and Snowmen at Christmas by Caralyn Buehner; DVDs- Despicable Me 2, Rudolph the Rednosed Reindeer, The Little Drummer Boy, and Frosty the Snowman; Adults- Burial Rites by Hannah Kent, Nasty Piece of Work by Robert Littell; Audio Books- Open and Shut by David Rosenfelt For up-to-date listings of all our materials, you may access our online catalog found on our website: www.northherolibrary.org. WI-FI: Available 24/7 from our parking lot. Free public computers are also available. Wishing You & Yours all the best this festive Season! MERRY CHRISTMAS Jenkins Auto 893-0040 Happy New Year!! from Mark Cobb & Family Finnish Touch Carpentry would like to take this opportunity to thank all our patrons and wish The Island community a very happy & healthy holiday & new year. For all you construction needs, call Glen 233-2639 Happy Holidays from Jeri, Chris, Karen & Lindsay! Mark Cobb 802.363.5922 [email protected] Merry Christmas! Welcome Natalie & Wally ~Bill Miller Happy Holidays! From All Us at A&B Beverage and Bill’s Sports Shop Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Art's Repair Shop Art, Eleanor & Wayne Apple Farm Market Merry Christmas! ~Seb, Jeannine & Mary Ellen Season’s Greetings & Happy Holidays! From All Us at Alburgh Beverage Mart, LLC Skip, Stephanie, Nicholas, Hannah, & Staff The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 10 Happy holidays from Kelly, Brenda, Sarah and Kat at the Alburgh office TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31 - New Year’s Eve Party at the Alburgh American Legion from 9 pm to 1 am. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1 - State Park Hikes throughout Vermont, including Grand Isle State Park starting at 10 am and Niquette Bay State Park at Noon. THURSDAY, JANUARY 2 - Playgroup at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 11 am. FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 - Yoga for Tots at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 10 am. MONDAY, JANUARY 6 - Grand Isle Selectboard Meeting at the Town Office starts at 7 pm. - Book Night at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 7 pm. TUESDAY, JANUARY 7 - Storytime for Pre-schoolers at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 10:30 am. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8 - Lake Shoreland Commission Public Hearing in Room 11 of the Vermont State House in Montpelier from 6 to 8 pm. - Handcrafters meet at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 6:30 pm. THURSDAY, JANUARY 9 - Playgroup at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 11 am. FRIDAY, JANUARY 10 - Yoga for Tots at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 10 am. - Family Movie Night at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 7 pm. MONDAY, JANUARY 13 - Film Night at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 7 pm. TUESDAY, JANUARY 14 - Storytime for Pre-schoolers at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 10:30 am. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15 - Breastfeeding Support Group, from 9:30 to 11:30 am, and Baby Massage, from 10:30 to 11:30, at the Alburgh Family Center. - Handcrafters meet at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 6:30 pm. - Alburgh Library Trustees Meeting at the Library starts at 6:30 pm. THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 - Playgroup at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 11 am. - Cultural Series presentation in the Samuel de Champlain History Center, Champlain, New York starts at 6:30 pm. FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 - Yoga for Tots at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 10 am. TUESDAY, JANUARY 21 - Storytime for Pre-schoolers at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 10:30 am. - Food Shelf at the Alburgh Family Center from 11 am to Noon. MONDAY, JANUARY 20 - SOLO Dinner Meeting at the Hibachi Buffet, Saint Albans starts at 5 pm. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22 - Knitters meet at the Alburgh Public Library at 6:30 pm. THURSDAY, JANUARY 23 - Playgroup at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 11 am. FRIDAY, JANUARY 24 - Yoga for Tots at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 10 am. SATURDAY, JANUARY 25 - Free Ice Fishing Day in Vermont. MONDAY, JANUARY 27 - Film Night at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 7 pm. TUESDAY, JANUARY 28 - Storytime for Pre-schoolers at the Alburgh Public Library starts at 10:30 am. - Food Shelf at the Alburgh Family Center from 11 am to Noon. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29 - Knitters meet at the Alburgh Public Library at 6:30 pm. THURSDAY, JANUARY, 30 - Playgroup at the Alburgh Family Center from 9:30 to 11 am. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6 - Mom’s Night Out Support Group Meeting in the La Quinta Inn Franklin Meeting Room, Saint Albans from 6 to 8 pm. > CHURCH SERVICES > Congregational Church of South Hero, U.C.C. SUNDAY WORSHIP 10:00 A.M. NURSERY CARE SUNDAY SCHOOL 8:45A.M. AGES 5 THRU GRADE 6 We Invite and Welcome Everyone. Pastor: Rev. Cordelia Burpee 24 South St., South Hero, VT 05486 Tel: 802-372-4962 E-mail: [email protected] www.vtcucc.org/South_Hero •www.facebook.com/CCSHVT Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm Free Community Supper 2nd Friday each month 5:30-7pm Island Roman Catholic Parishes Serving the churches of Alburgh, Grand Isle, Isle La Motte & South Hero MASS SCHEDULE St. Amadeus, Alburgh- Sunday: 10:30 a.m. St. Joseph, Grand Isle- Sunday: 10:00 a.m. St. Joseph, Isle La Motte- Sunday: 9:00 a.m. St. Rose of Lima, South Hero-Sat.: 4:00 p.m. Father Lawrence P. Ridgley, Pastor St. Amadeus Office 796-3481 St. Rose of Lima Office 372-4092 Champlain Islands Parish Services Rev. Hyungyong Choi Isle La Motte United Methodist Church Sunday 8:00 a.m. North Hero UMC Worship 9:30 a.m. Grand Isle United Methodist Church Sunday 11 a.m. The Churches with... OPEN HEARTS... OPEN MINDS... OPEN DOORS... Parish Office 372-6638 UNION BIBLE CHURCH Main St., Route 2, Alburgh, VT Dr. John C. Kehoe, Pastor 796-3055 Independent—Bible Believing—Gospel Preaching SUNDAY School & Bible Study _______ 9:30AM SUNDAY Worship__________________ 10:30AM WEDNESDAY Prayer Mtg. & Bible Study 7:00PM WEDNESDAY Children's Bible Club____ 7:00PM “A Friendly and Joyful Welcome Awaits You” Nursery Provided at all Services website: www.unionbiblechurch.org GOD'S LITTLE BROWN CHURCH A non-denominational GCMF affiliated Church CORNER ROUTE 2 AND ROUTE 129 SOUTH ALBURGH, VERMONT 05440 REV. C. ANDREW CHRYSLER, PASTOR (802)782-9384 WWW.GLBCVT.ORG “God’s Word has the answer” WORSHIP......SUNDAY 9:00 AM BIBLE STUDY/PRAYER-WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM THE BORDERS REGIONAL MINISTRY Episcopal Diocese of VT & Anglican Diocese of Montreal www.diovermont.org www.montreal.anglican.org Sunday, January 5th Three Kings celebration 11 a.m. informal worship & box lunch auction Clarenceville community hall call for details & directions The Rev. Thora L. Chadwick • 802-863-8036 Start Planning Now for Mom’s Night Out in February The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 11 Champlain Islands Health Services The next Mom’s Night Out Support Group Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 6, from 6 to 8 pm, in the La Quinta Inn Franklin Meeting Room at 813 Fairfax Road in Saint Albans. This support group prides themselves on being warm and caring, and though intended for mothers of children with special needs, any mom is welcome. For more information, Contact Betty at 827-6173 or [email protected]. 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General Dentistry Milton Dental Associates, Inc. 33 School St. Milton, VT 05468 893-2552 The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 12 Legal Notices NOTICE OF LEVY AND TAX SALE ON REAL ESTATE TOWN OF ALBURGH COUNTY OF GRAND ISLE STATE OF VERMONT The resident and non-resident owners, lienholders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Alburgh and the County of Grand Isle are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by such Town for the year(s) 20092010, 2010-2011, 2011-2012 & 2012-2013 remain, and Village taxes for 2012 and village water and sewer fees from December 2012 through September 2013 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit: Name of Taxpayers: Matthew Aldridge Property Description Being all and the same Mobile Home conveyed to Matthew Aldridge by Bill of Sale of Jamie Russin dated March 26, 2004, which mobile home is located at 248A Route 78, in the Town of Alburgh. Name of Taxpayer William Cobb Property Description Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to William P. Cobb by Warranty Deed of Donald McKenzie and Shari McKenzie dated October 2, 2006 and recorded in Volume 128, Page 518 of the Town of Alburgh Land Records and further described therein as follows: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Donald McKenzie and Shari Mckenzie by Warranty Deed of Gary L. Murray and Michelle M. Murray dated May 12, 2000 as recorded in Book 86, Page 144 of the Alburg Town Land Records. Being a parcel of land containing one-half acre, more or less, together with all buildings thereon, located on the west side of Town Highway #11, so-called Henry Road, beginning at its centerline and proceeding west 360 feet, more or less, along an old fence line to a point; thence proceeding south 120 feet, more or less, along an old fence line to a point; thence proceeding east 360 feet, more or less, along an old fence line to the centerline of Town Highway #11; thence proceeding north 120 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Said parcel is bounded on the north by the International Boundary Line; on the west and south by land of Leo R. Henry and Nancy M. Henry and on the east by Town Highway #11. This conveyance is made subject to and with the benefit of highway easements, utility easements, easements of ingress and egress, spring and pipeline rights, covenants and restrictions, and rights incident to each of the same more particularly set forth of record except that this paragraph shall not reinstate any such encumbrance previously extinguished by operation of law. Reference is made to the aforementioned deed, and to the record thereof, and to the deeds and records therein referred to in further aid of this description. Said lands and premises are now commonly known and designated as 47 Henry Road, Alburg. Name of Taxpayers: Christopher & Elena Cameron Property Description: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Christopher A. Cameron and Elena M, Cameron by Warranty Deed of Daniel Boutah dated January 15, 2004 recorded at Volume 109, Page 207 of the Alburg Town Land Records; being a parcel of land containing 61.15 acres, more or less, with dwelling thereon designated as 53 Hidden Drive, located easterly of, but not adjacent to, Vermont Route 129 and being more particularly described as follows: Being Lot One as depicted on a subdivision map prepared for Daniel Boutah and Deborah DiCarlo by Brooks Land Surveying dated January 31, 1998, last revised on February 7, 2000 and recorded as Map 285 of the Map Records of the Town of Alburg. As depicted thereon, said Lot is described as follows: Beginning at the iron bar marking the southeasterly corner of Lot Five (now or formerly owned by Eric T. Patnode) as shown on the below-mentioned subdivision map and running N 05°46’43 E along the easterly boundary of Lot Five a distance of 848.39 feet, more or less to the iron bar marking the northeasterly corner of Lot Five, which corner is set in the rail fence marking the southerly boundary of land now or formerly owned by Everett Garnsey, Jr. Trust; thence turning and running N 87°26’47” E along said southerly boundary a distance of 2,225.61 feet, more or less, to a point, which is a corner of Lot Four and which is 47.4 feet ‘vest of land now or formerly owned by Thomas Quiser; thence turning and running S 00°27’01” B along the boundary of Lot Four a distance of 1,102.90 feet, more or less, to a corner of Lot Four; thence turning and running S 87°27’42” W along the boundary of Lot Four a distance of 2,853.39 feet, more or less, to a corner of Lot Four; thence turning and running N 02°32’18” W along said boundary a distance of 211.30 feet, more or less, to a corner of Lot Four; thence turning and running S 87°27’42” W along the boundary of Lot Four a distance of 300.00 feet, more or less, to the iron bar marking the northwesterly corner of Lot Four and a corner of land now or formerly owned by Claude Lallier, which corner is in the southerly edge of the 50-foot right-of-way; thence turning and running N 37°5 1 ‘53” E a distance of 65.66 feet, more or less, to a point in the northerly edge of said right of way; thence tuning and running N 87°27’42” E along said northerly edge and along the southerly edge of Lot Five a distance of 820.00 feet, more or less, to the point and place of beginning. The portion of the above-described premises located within the right of way of the aforementioned right of way may have been inadvertently included in the conveyance of Lot Five to Eric T. Patnode, so such portion is conveyed by quit claim only. in the Quit Claim Deed of Deborah DiCarlo dated November 9, 1999 and recorded in Book 84, Page 472 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. The owners of Lot One shall be solely responsible for the costs incurred in the extension of the right- of-way from its presently developed terminus. Furthermore, during the construction of the residence on Lot One, the owners of Lot One, their heirs and assigns shall be solely responsible for restoring the common portions of the driveway to the condition it was in prior to such construction. Thereafter, Daniel Boutah, the owners of Lot One, Deborah DiCarlo and Eric T. Patnode, their respective heirs and assigns, shall share in the cost of maintenance (including snow plowing) and repair of said right-of-way. Being a portion of the land and premises conveyed to Daniel M. Boutah and Deborah DiCarlo by Warranty Deed of Larry Mumley dated May 29, 1996 and recorded in Book 75, Page 251 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. Also being a portion of the land and premises conveyed to Daniel Boutah by Quit Claim Deed of Daniel M. Boutah dated January 4, 1999 and recorded in Book 82, Page 46 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. Also being a portion of the land and premises conveyed to Daniel M. Boutah by Quit Claim Deed of Deborah DiCarlo dated November 9, 1999 and recorded in Book 84, Page 472 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. The within described premises are subject to easements reserved by Daniel Boutah, for himself and his heirs and assigns for the benefit of Lot Four (1) to maintain and repair the spring presently providing water to Lot Four and the water pipeline leading from said spring to Lot Four and (2) to maintain and repair the utility building. The owners of Lot One, their heirs and assigns, shall not be responsible for the quantity or quality of the water produced by such spring, but they and their heirs and assigns, shall not do anything which will adversely affect such quantity or quality. In the event the spring should run dry and need to be replaced, the first easement shall lapse. In the event the utility building should need to be replaced, the second easement shall lapse. Said spring and building are located on the strip of land 100 feet in width and 211.30 feet in length and are located east of the western “U” of Lot Four. As long as the owner of Lot 4, their heirs and assigns, shall use either of said easements, the owner thereof, their heirs and assigns, shall reimburse the owner of Lot One, their heirs and assigns, for the taxes assessed against said strip and any taxes assessed against said spring, water pipeline and utility building. Also included herewith is a right-of-way, in common with the Daniel Boutah, Eric T. Patnode, and Deborah DiCarlo, their respective heirs and assigns, for underground and overhead conduits, pipelines and wires for transmission of intelligence, knowledge, gas, electricity, sewer and water, including the right to build, construct, reconstruct and maintain all facilities along the 50-foot right-of-way located along the northerly boundary of land now or formerly owned by Jessie Ann Eubanks and then across the lots now or formerly owned by Deborah DiCarlo and Lot Five. Any additional pole placed between the last existing utility pole and the 50-foot right-of-way located on the southerly boundary of the property herein conveyed shall be erected either within the new rightof-way or northwesterly of or in the gully on the DiCarlo lot. The owners of Lot One, Daniel Boutah, Eric T. Patnode and Deborah DiCarlo, their heirs and assigns, shall hare in the costs of construction, repair and maintenance and replacement of any common portion of any utility hereafter desired by all parties. The within described premises arc subject to the personal right reserved by Daniel Boutah to hunt on Lot One for the remainder of Ins lifetime. This right cannot be transferred, nor does he have the right to invite other persons to join him on a hunt. Also included herewith are (1) a Right-of-way for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, in common with Daniel Boutah, Deborah DiCarlo, and Eric T. Patnode, their heirs and assigns, across the aforementioned 50-foot right-of-way described in the Quit Claim Deed of Deborah DiCarlo dated November 9, 1999 and recorded in Book 84, Page 472 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. and (2) a right of way for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, in common with others, across a 20-foot right-of-way described Being those lands and premises conveyed to RCC Atlantic, Inc., by Warranty Deed of Atlantic Cellular Company, L.P. dated July 1, 1998 and recorded in Book 80, Page 399 of the Alburgh Land Records, wherein said lands and premises are described as follows: Reference is hereby made to the aforementioned instruments and records, and to the instruments and records therein contained in further aid of this description. Name of Taxpayers: Rural Newco, LLC and AT&T Property Description: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Rural Newco, LLC by Warranty Deed of RCC Atlantic, Inc. dated December 22, 2008 and recorded in Volume 140, Pages 47-51 of the Town of Alburgh Land Records and further described therein as follows: Being those lands and premises conveyed to Atlantic Cellular Company, L.P, by Warranty Deed of Charles A. Palmer and Rosemary Palmer dated August 17, 1992 and recorded in Book 66, Page 278 of the Alburg Land Records. The property is more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron rod driven in the ground N 14° 03’ B a distance of 25 feet, more or less, from the centerline of now or formerly Alburg Town Highway No. 39, so-called, which iron rod is S 79° 49’ E a distance of 329 feet, more or less, from an iron rod driven in the ground marking the southwestern corner of other land now or formerly of the said Charles A. Palmer and Rosemary Palmer, and which iron rod is northwesterly a distance of 203 feet, more or less, from a point marking the point of intersection of said Alburg Town Highway No. 39, so-called, and Alburg Town Highway No. 38, so-called, known as Poor Farm Road; Thence S 14° 03’ W distance of 25 feet, more or less, to a point in the centerline of said Alburg Town Highway No. 39, so-called; Thence southeasterly along the centerline of said Alburg Town Highway No. 39, so-called, a distance of 200 feet, more or less, to the point of intersection of said Alburg Town Highway No. 39, so-called, and said Alburg Town Highway No, 38, so-called, known as Poor Farm Road; Thence northeasterly along the centerline of said Alburg Town Highway No. 38, so-called, known as Poor Farm Road, a distance of 200 feet, more or less, to a point, which point is S 76° 51’ E a distance of 25 feet, more or less, from an iron rod driven in the ground; Thence N 76° 51’ W a distance of 25 feet, more or less, to an iron rod driven in the ground; Thence continuing N 76° 51’ W a distance of 175 feet, more or less, to an iron rod driven in the ground; Thence S 14° 03’ W distance of 175 feet, more or less, to the point and place of beginning. Meaning and intending to quit claim only those portions of the lands and premises described herein lying within the right of way limits of said Alburg Town Highway No. 39, so-called, and said Alburg Town Highway No, 38, so-called, known as Poor Farm Road. All bearings referred to herein are referenced to true north. The land and premises conveyed herein are more particularly described on a plan entitled “Subdivision Plan, Atlantic Cellular, Poor Farm Road, Alburg, VT”, dated July 7, 1992, and prepared by K.A. LeClair Assoc., Inc., and recorded in Mapstand at Page 185 of the Alburg Land Records. The property herein conveyed is subject to an easement deed running from Charles A. Palmer and Rosemary Palmer to Citizens Utilities Company, dated July 14, 1992, and of record in Volume 66 at Page 276 and 277, of the Alburg Land Records. Property is further subject to the restrictive covenants as set forth in the warranty deed from Luther Macomber to Ralph Emerson dated January 29, 1962, and of record at Book 37, page 7 of the Alburg Land Records. In order to comply with State of Vermont Environmental Protection Rules on the subdivision of lands and disposal of waste, including sewage, the grantee shall not construct or erect a structure or building on the parcel of land conveyed herein, the useful occupancy of which will require the installation of plumbing and sewage treatment facilities or convey this land without first complying with said State regulations. The grantee by acceptance of this deed acknowledges that this lot may not qualify for approval for development under the appropriate environmental protection or health regulations and that the State may deny an application to develop this lot. (See Deferral Permit #De-6-1840 recorded in The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 13 Reference is hereby made to the aforementioned survey, deeds and their records and to the deeds referred to therein and their records in thither aid of this description. or placed on the above described lot; (b) The above described lot shall not be used for business or commercial purposes; (c) all buildings or structures placed or erected on the above described lot shall be set back a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet from all boundary lines. Name of Taxpayers: Geoffrey Pretty and Ronita Blair Pretty Also included if a Fleetwood Mobile Home purchased November 6, 2000 from Roy’s Mobile Homes. Property Description: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Geoffrey Pretty and Ronita Blair Pretty by Warranty Deed of Doris Blair dated June 6, 1994 and recorded in Volume 70, Page 523 of the Town of Alburgh Land Records and further described therein as follows: and so much of such lands will be sold at Public Auction at the Alburgh Municipal Offices, 1 North Main Street, a public place in such Town, on the 24th day of January, 2014, at 10:00 o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless paid. All that certain parcel of land in Town of Alburg, Grand Isle County, State of Vermont, as more fully described in Book 70, Page 523 ID#MT014, being know and designated as being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Roderick K. Blair and Doris Blair by Warranty Deed of Abner T. Mott dated November 2, 1960 and recorded in Book 36 at Page 298 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburgh. Being a metes and bounds property. Dated at Alburgh, Vermont, this 20th day of December, 2013. Book 66, Page 273). Being the same fee simple property conveyed by quit claim deed from Doris A. Blair, widow to Geoffrey Pretty and Ronita Pretty, husband and wife tenancy by entirety, dated 06/06/1994 recorded on 07/05/1994 in Book 70, Page 523 in Grand Isle County Records (Alburgh) (sic), State of VT. Name of Taxpayers: Charles Pease, Julie Pease, Velma Irish and Ruby Irish Property Description: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Charles Pease, Julie Pease, Velma Irish and Ruby Irish by Warranty Deed of Joyce B. Ladd, Trustee of the Trust of Joyce B. Ladd dated January 29, 2001 and recorded in Volume 89, Page 168 of the Town of Alburgh Land Records and further described therein as follows: Being a vacant lot of land containing 10.1 acres, more or less, located on the westerly side of the Greenwoods Road, so-called, in the Town of Alburg, and being all of Lot No. 2 as shown and laid down on a plan of lands identified as: Plan of Subdivision Portion Joyce Ladd Property Greenwoods Road Alburg, Vermont which said plan of lands is dated October 17, 2000, prepared by Warren A. Robenstein and is to be recorded in the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. Lot No. 2 is more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the westerly edge of the right of way of the said Greenwoods Road marked an iron pin set, which said point marks the southwesterly corner of the lot herein conveyed; thence proceeding in a westerly direction a distance of 1260 feet, more or less, to an iron pin set; thence turning an angle and proceeding in a northerly direction a distance of 350 feet, more or less, to an iron pin set; thence turning an angle and proceeding in an easterly direction a distance of 1258.88 feet, more or less, to an iron pin set; thence turning an angle and proceeding in a southerly direction a distance of 350 feet, more or less, to the point or place of beginning. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Velma Irish, Charles Pease, Julie Pease and Ruby Irish by Warranty Deed of even date herewith, to recorded concurrently with this instrument in the Land Records of the Town of Alburg. The above described parcel is subject to the following restrictions which shall run with the land: (a) Only one single family dwelling served by a properly constructed sewage or septic system shall be erected Terry Tatro Delinquent Tax Collector Dates of Publication in the Islander: December 31, 2013, January 7, 2014 and January 14, 2014. Posted this date, December 20th, 2013 in the Town of Alburgh Town Offices. Information regarding the amount of taxes due may be obtained from: David C. Carter, P.C. 6 South Street South Hero, VT 05486 802-372-5614 Terry Tatro Delinquent Tax Collector Town of Alburgh 1 North Main Street Alburgh, VT 05440 802-796-3468 PROPOSED STATE RULES By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record. The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at http://vermont-archives.org/aparules. ovnotices.htm. The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having at least 25 members. To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible. To get a copy of a rule or make suggestions to the agency, call or write the contact person listed below. You may also comment on the proposal by writing the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (828-2231). Amendments to Air Pollution Control Regulations Vermont Proposed Rule: 13P047 AGENCY: Vt. Agency of Natural Resources CONCISE SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this rulemaking is to update Vermont’s ambient air quality standards for particulate matter, oxides of nitrogen, sulfur dioxide, ozone, and lead to make them consistent with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), which Vermont is required to meet under the federal Clean Air Act (CAA). Minor clarifying amendments are also proposed for the permitting regulations. A minor amendment is also proposed for used oil combustion, truing up the rule with Vermont Hazardous Waste Management Rules and setting a new throughput threshold. A minor amendment is also proposed to clarify that most sources less than five tons per year of emissions do not require a permit. The public comment period and hearing for this rule will also serve as the comment period and hearing under 40 C.F.R. § 51.102 for corresponding revisions to Vermont’s State Implementation Plan (SIP) to comply with the CAA. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Doug Elliott, Agency of Natural Resources, Air Quality & Climate Division, Davis 2, One National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT 05620‐3802 Tel: 802‐377‐5939 Fax: 802‐828‐1399 EMail: [email protected]. URL: http://www.anr.state.vt.us/air/htm/ ProposedAmendments.htm. For Copies: Elaine O’Grady, Agency of Natural Resources, Air Quality & Climate Division, Davis 2, One National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT 05620‐3802 Tel: 802‐343‐7221 Fax: 802‐828‐1399 EMail: [email protected]. Vermont Materials Management Plan: Moving from Solid Waste Towards Sustainable Management Vermont Proposed Rule: 13P048 AGENCY: Vt. Agency of Natural Resources CONCISE SUMMARY: Act 148 passed in 2012 (the “Universal Recycling Law”) seeks to improve the capture and diversion rates for valuable materials (such as recyclables, clean wood, leaf & yard debris, and food scraps) to prevent them from being landfilled. This rule amends the previous solid waste management plan which was readopted in 2006. The rule includes significant changes to the structure and layout of the plan. This rule is based on five material specific chapters and a chapter addressing general planning needs. Each chapter contains tools of action, state goals, and performance standards. The state goals, and performance standards establish deliverables for the planning period that include reporting, outreach and education, and convenience requirements. This rule includes revisions that incorporate recommendations from an ANR solid waste stakeholder group that convened in 2008. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Bryn Oakleaf, Agency of Natural Resources, 1 National Life Drive, Davis 1, ANR ‐ WM, Montpelier, Vermont, 05620‐3704 Tel: 802‐522‐5783 EMail: [email protected]. URL: http:// www.anr.state.vt.us/dec/wastediv/solid/home.htm. For Copies: Cathy Jamieson, Agency of Natural Resources, 1 National Life Drive, Davis 1, ANR ‐ WM, Montpelier, Vermont 05620‐3704 Tel: 802‐522‐5938 EMail: cathy.jamieson@ state.vt.us. The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 14 Island Industrial Park, 4 Island Circle Grand Isle, Vermont Hours: 8:00-4:30 Mon.-Thurs. 8:00-3:30 Fri. [email protected] www.islandexcavatingcorp.com M ilton N ews Lorinda A. Henry 802.893.7036 • [email protected] SAND FOR YOUR DRIVEWAY Milton Residents who need sand, which is pretty much everybody this week, can go to the Public Works Facility on Ice House Road, just before Arrowhead Lake on the right if you are headed north on Route 7, and help themselves to a 5 gallon pail of sand-you bring the pail and shovel. FROM THE DESK OF THE TOWN MANAGER The Town has proposed a budget for FY 2015. The budget anticipates a 2.8% tax rate increase. The Selectboard will be meeting to review the budget and make decisions about what to ask the voters to support on January 7, 8, 13 and 14, at 6 pm, in the Community Room. They plan to present their draft revisions to the voters at a special meeting on Saturday, January 18, at 10 am, in the Community Room. Please attend if you are interested. MILTON RECREATION NOTES MILTON BEAR IS READY TO TRAVEL: Where is Milton Bear? is a new Milton Recreation project for all ages. Take Milton Recreation’s new mascot, Milton Bear, with you on your next trip, vacation, or outing! Milton loves to travel, and we’ll track his journeys with the help of your pictures and journals. Just let us know when you would like Milton to travel with you, and we’ll check his bear schedule. Write about your travels, take some photos with Milton, and when you return, we’ll add a pin to our map of Milton’s worldly adventures! Milton’s Journal Entry for December 9 was, “Wow, my first week at the office has been great! I’m in training right now and having some travel gear prepared for me, but I can’t wait to go on my first adventure.” Who will take Milton on his first outing or journey? BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CULTURAL CREATIVES: This two-part workshop designed for writers, musicians, and artists of all sorts seeking to develop increased business acumen. Participants, ages eighteen and up, will explore new vocabulary for articulating goals, strategize methods for working in a more informed and efficient manner and outline an individualized plan for greater congruence between one’s creative and financial dreams and realities. The program number is 240707A, and the facilitator will be Amy Cook. The workshop will be led on Saturday, January 4, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, and Saturday, January 25 from 10 am to Noon in the Community Room in the Town Office Building. The fee is $40. SAVE THE DATE: The Milton Community Winter Festival will be held on February 7 through the 9th, 2014. COIL BRACELET WORKSHOP: Join us in learning how fun and easy making your own jewelry can be! In this workshop, create your own ancient coil-design bracelet as well as the links and clasp. This bracelet will make a beautiful gift for someone special or maybe even yourself. Judy Taylor will lead this workshop: Baubles and Stones- program number 440704A, intended for ages ten and up. It will be held on Saturday, January 18, from 9 am to Noonin the Milton Fire Station Training Room. The fee is $20 per person and includes instruction and all materials! SKI OR RIDE Learn to ski or ride with the Milton Ski & Ride Club (MSRC). MSRC operates an affordable, fun and safe youth learning program at Smuggler’s Notch Resort. The Club is open to all Milton youth ages nine to eighteen as of January 1, 2014. Club members enjoy an exciting ten-week program, beginning early January thru March which includes: lift ticket, ski or snowboard lessons with Smugg’s registered instructors, bus transportation to and from the mountain, plus time each day to enjoy free skiing and riding. For more information about the Club or to register, please contact Tony Lauzon at 893-0602 or visit MSRC on the web at www. miltonskirideclub.org. COMMUNITY DINNER TO HONOR MILTON ALUMNI The Milton Community Dinner on Thursday, January 9 will have the theme of “Building a Miltopia” and will be honoring Milton alumni. The team is looking forward to having all to participate in a Milton timeline where alumni and community members can add their names to a map of who we are and where we come from. Additionally, we hope that community members will become resources for current Milton High School students. The goal of these dinners is to provide a hot, healthy, free meal, connect with health resources, and continue to make connections to those that live, learn, work and play in our community. Dinner will be and Italian Feast, and all are welcome to attend. The meal will be held at Milton High School from 4:30 to 7 pm. EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM In January 2014, the Milton Early Education Program at Milton Elementary School will be providing information about how to enter your child into the lottery for the community slots in the Milton Early Education Program; this will be an online registry. Please check the Milton Community Friends Facebook Page, School Newsletters and School Website after the first of the year for details. Registration for the lottery will go from January to April with the lottery slots being drawn mid April. In the meantime if you have any questions about your child’s development feel free to contact Jennifer Knowles at 893-3215 ext 1424 or jknowles@ mtsd-vt.org. LIBRARY NEWS GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: There will be a Genealogy Workshop at the Milton Public Library on Saturday, January 18 starting at 10 am. This is intended for people who want to research their family history but don’t know where to start or have begun to do research and have run into “road blocks”. Sign-up is required; to register, call 8934644, visit www.miltonlibraryvt.org or stop by 39 Bombardier Road in Milton. DIGITAL PHOTOS: A Digital Photo Computer Class will be offered Wednesday, January 8 and 15 starting at 6:30 pm. Learn how to store, organize, and edit photos. Signup required; call 893-4644 to register. CALENDAR: Infant Story Times, for ages zero to eighteen months, are on Mondays at 10 am with stories, songs and crafts with Mrs. Dulac. Preschool Story Times, for ages three to five, are on Tuesdays at 10 am with stories, songs crafts with Mrs. Dulac. The Adult Book Discussion on Dream More by Dolly Parton will be on Thursday, January 2 at the Milton Public Library and features good books, good food and good fun! GROOVY LUNCH BUNCH Milton’s Senior Citizens will reconvene for community meals after the holidays. All meals and programs are sponsored by the Champlain Valley Agency on Aging and are held at the Milton Arrowhead Senior Citizens’ Center unless otherwise noted. Seniors age sixty and over are welcome. Call Shirley early at 893-1619, at least 25 hours ahead, for reservations. A $4 donation is appreciated. Meal-site Manager is Barb “Andy” Joachim at 309-8790. Milton’s CVAA advocate is Julie Petersen at 8650360 or 1-800-642-5119. FSA Program Available to Vermont Sugar Bushes with Ice Storm Damage USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Vermont State Executive Director, Bob Paquin encourages maple producers in Vermont who sustained damage from the recent ice storm to contact their county USDA office whether or not they have participated in USDA programs in the past and whether or not they carry crop insurance. FSA’s Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) may be available to help compensate them for losses. USDA offers programs to help farmers and ranchers recover from damages caused by natural disasters. “It is important to document the damage as a direct result of the ice,” said Paquin. “We encourage all who have suffered losses due to the recent ice storm to visit with their local FSA county office staff to determine whether they are eligible for assistance,” added Paquin. For more information, contact one of the following offices: Brattleboro- 802-254-9766, Newport- 802-334-6090, Saint Johnsbury- 802-748-2641, Middlebury- 802388-6748, Rutland- 802-775-8969, Williston- 802288-8155, Morrisville- 802-888-4935, Saint Albans802-527-1296, White River Junction- 802-295-7942. The Islander, December 31, 2013 Page 15 SERVICES OFFERED A. H. James Heating LLC 802-796-3730 Oil & Gas Systems Rinnai Water Heaters Sales & Service LARGE enough to store your car or small boat! small enough to clear your clutter! s r I FOR SALE --------------------------------NEW ENGLAND VIA VERMONT is closed for the winter. Peg, Moe and Jen Theoret wish everyone a Happy New Year! Follow us on facebook See you next Spring. --------------------------------Island Beverage Firewood. Green or dry. Selling wood pellets by the ton. Call for delivery. 802-3241955 BTFN WANTED --------------------------------Searching to Trade: Nearly new condition 15 1/2’ Sea Raider Fiberglass, like new interior with 70HP Mercury equally new and boat hoist on wheels $10,000 value for US Army Jeep, good condition, no junk please. 514-365-5852 or with appointment at 156 Poor Farm Rd of North Hero/South Alburgh bridge. 12/31 SERVICES OFFERED LANDRY CARPENTRY. New Construction, Remodeling, Roofing, Barns, Decks, Sheds, Flooring. Call Alan 372-3701 1/14 --------------------------------ISLAND SEWING: All aspects of sewing. Alterations, mending, formal wear. Specializing in bridal gowns. 30+ years experience. Call 802-372-0194 BTFN --------------------------------WELDING: Aluminum - stainless & steel. Inshop & portable. Propeller, skeg repair. Jesberger Welding. 802-796-4079 802-324-6954. 9/30/14 --------------------------------TURNBAUGH ROOFING- Slate, shingles, metal, rubber. Painting all flashings & metal roofs. Chimney repair. FREE ESTIMATES. INSURED. 802-372-5781 John. BTFN r Route 2, Alburgh VT Call today for sizes & info! TM sle la motte N ews Anita Bruley 802.928.3246 • [email protected] We are on vacation this week and next-- it’s not much of a vacation, as all it does is snow with inclement weather through the Christmas Holiday, I had a hard time to get shopping done. My children brought in groceries and did some of my last minute shopping for Christmas on their way here. My son hasn’t gotten here yet, but we were eight for Christmas-- it could have been worse. We didn’t make it to church for Christmas; it’s the first time in many years that I didn’t make church on Christmas. I hope we get a couple of decent days to get out before our vacation ends. My daughter was here for about five days over Christmas. She helped me immensely, not only with the dinner, but many other things to be done. She went back home today, and our house is big again with just the two of us. 2014 Now, a new year will have approached when some of you read this column. It’s hard to believe how quickly 2013 has passed. I don’t imagine we’ll do much for New Years except maybe go out to dinner if the weather is good to us. I usually sit up and see the New Year come in. NEW YEARS EVE First Night in Burlington will be for twelve hours on Tuesday, December 3 from Noon til Midnight. For anyone who is interested, my grandson, Dustin Bruley, will be hosting his own comedy show from 8 until 8:40 pm. He’s hoping for a good crowd. He has been doing real well around Burlington, but this will be his first First Night Performance. He will be at one of the Methodist Church Halls; check your itinerary for which one. SCHOOL School will resume again next Monday, January 6. After such a long time off, it will be difficult to get back to routine again. I really like routine, and I think I feel better when I’m on one. Don’t have much news all their seems to be is weather and the holidays at my house; call me or e-mail me if you have news. JOKE OF THE WEEK! Eve was the unluckiest woman alive. She couldn’t throw up to Adam the better man she might have married! HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! ISLANDS REALTY INC. 2 Ferry Rd., South Hero: 802.372.5777 4 South Main St., Alburgh: 802.796.3426 NORTH HERO NORTH HERO Sited on a high bluff over looking the Inland Sea, offering breathtaking views of the Lake, Islands & Green Mtns is a beautifully maintained, 4 BD/3 BA Lake House is the centerpiece of this 13 acre estate boasting privacy, mature trees, and over 900 ft of shoreline, including a private protected cove w/gradual pebble beach & 2 separate lake front parcels. $1,099,000. Arts and Crafts style 3 BR/3BA Home! You will be blown away as you walk through the door of this completely rebuilt home. Enjoy 110’ of gradual direct lakefront for swimming boating and the best fishing there is on Lake Champlain! Therapeutic Hot Tub, 2 car garage, dock system, boat lift & swim platform. Too many details to list, please call!! $875,000. ALBURGH Turn Key Lake Champlain Vacation Home with 139 ft of gradual west shore water frontage and deep/clean water. Downstairs is a modern, efficient, and spacious 2 bedroom 3 bath home. Upstairs features 5 additional bedrooms and two baths. This 7 Bedroom 5 Bath completely renovated home makes the perfect get away and there is room for everyone. Motivated Sellers!!! Great Rental History!!! $345,000. NORTH HERO Adorable updated 3 BR/1.5 BA cottage with poured concrete foundation & 100’ on Lake Champlain. Garage, outbuilding & screened porch. 0.61 acre with stunning easterly lake & mountain views. NOW $289,000. LINDA TROMBLEY 598-9322 FRANZ ROSENBERGER 777-7646 from all of us at Coldwell Banker Islands Realty GRAND ISLE Spectacular views & privately situated on a double lot w/225’ of pristine lakeshore & 1.3 acres in the upscale Robinson Point area, bordered by 50+ acres of Preservation Trust property. The home was updated throughout 2006-2011. Expansive elevated lakeside deck, 2 car Garage w/Guest Quarters. $675,000. CARLA LANGLOIS 363-5758 EVAN POTVIN 999-6277 SOUTH HERO This 1.5 BA cottage is move in ready w/many of the furnishings included. Relax on your deck, take a swim in the resort’s pool, visit the clubhouse, enjoy the resorts 160 acres, use the marina on Lake Champlain w/ slips & moorings or play golf. All this for only $89,900. NORTH HERO Exceptional Direct lakefront cottage w/110 ft gradual sand/shale beach & sunset views. Well maintained with a charming rustic feel complimented by wide pine floors, vaulted ceilings, brick hearth & fireplace. Screened porch overlooking the water. Ready to go w/dock, boat lift, and garage. $249,900. SHARI SWAINBANK 233-6392 TIM TRAPANI 236-1402 www.LakeChamplainRealEstate.com
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