The News of
MENANDS ACTIVITIES
Published by the Village of Menands
250 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204 Ann Bacher, Editor
VILLAGE OFFICE
The Village Office will be closed on Monday, May 30th
TRASH SCHEDULE
There will be no trash pick up on Monday, May 30th. Monday’s pick up will be on Tuesday, May 31st and Tuesday’s pick up will be on Wednesday, June 1st. THERE WILL BE NO SPECIAL PICK UP ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1ST.
NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS - HYDRANT FLUSHING BEGAN, MAY 16th
The Village of Menands Water Department will begin the yearly flushing of the water system on Monday, May 16th. Flushing will be completed by approximately May 23rd; all flushing of hydrants will be conducted between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Residents might notice discoloration in their water and should be aware this is normal and not harmful. However, residents are cautioned to check their water before doing laundry. Simply by letting the faucets run will clear up the discoloration after the flushing is completed each day.
William T. Smith, Jr.
Clerk-Treasurer
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
Is your house number clearly visible from the street, both during the day and at night. During an emergency seconds do count, so help out our Police & Emergency personnel to identify your house. Information is available at the Police Station on E911 requirements.
MENANDS LIBRARY SPRING FILM SERIES
Every Tuesday at 1pm until May 24th the Menands Public Library will be showing a film starring Dustin Hoffman. The upcoming films are as follows:
May 24th - Runaway Jury
YOUTH DANCE
A Youth Committee dance for Village youth is scheduled for Friday, June 3rd at the Menands Firehouse. K-4 from
6 - 7:30 p.m. $2.00; 5th grade & up from 7:30 p.m. –
11 p.m. $5.00. Price includes pizza, drink and music. CHAPERONES welcome and encouraged. Please be aware of parking signs posted around the firehouse when dropping off and picking up child.
MENANDS FIRE CO. AUXILIARY PICNIC
The Annual picnic and regular meeting of the Auxiliary will be held at Ganser-Smith Park on Wednesday, June 8th at 6:30 p.m. Members are asked to bring their favorite POTLUCK dish to share, as well as their drink of choice. The Auxillary recently voted upon some major changes in the organization, so come and find out what’s new. REMINDER: Membership Dues are due!
RETIREMENT PARTY FOR
OFFICER PETER FORNER
Officer Peter Forner is retiring from the Menands Police Department in August of this year. The PBA is throwing a retirement party for him on July 29th at the Polish American Club in Albany. Anyone wishing to attend should RSVP to the PBA at 250 Broadway by July 12th. Cost is $35 per person which includes the gift and a meal. A cash bar will be available.
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
Bethany Presbyterian Church is having its annual Strawberry Festival at Ganser-Smith Park on Menand Road Friday, June 17th from 4:00 p. m. to dusk. There will be fresh picked strawberries for strawberry shortcake topped with fresh whipped cream or strawberries with ice cream. We will also have char-broiled hamburgers and hotdogs, salads, baked beans and beverages. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chair and “set” awhile and enjoy the toe tapping music of the Uncle Sam’s Barbershop Chorus of Troy and the Tri-County Banjo Band. Bring the whole family. Rain or shine!
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
VILLAGE OF MENANDS
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, the President of the United States has designated May as Older Americans Month and National Physical Fitness and Sports Month; and
Whereas, it is appropriate to honor our mature citizens for their many contributions to the vitality and strength of our community; and
Whereas, the United States Surgeon General has determined that regular physical activity results in significant health benefits and improved quality of life for older adults; and
Whereas, all older adults can participate in activities that improve and maintain their health;
Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, John W. Bishop, Jr. do hereby proclaim Wednesday, May 25, 2005 as
NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY
In the Village of Menands and urge all our citizens to support the efforts of local organizations that encourage older adults to enhance their lives through physical activity.
MENANDS ROTARY OFFERS HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS LEADERSHIP TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP
From June 26 through June 30 Rotary District 7190 will be holding the RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) at the College of St. Rose. The Rotary Club of Menands will sponsor a fully funded scholarship to enable a Menands High School Junior to attend. Current high school juniors at ANY high school but residing in Menands are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Approximately sixty youth from schools in a nine county area will attend and develop their leadership skills. RYLA features challenging activities, workshops, speakers, sports, music and more! Applications are now available at the Village office and the Menands School. The deadline for submitting completed applications is May 27th. If you have any questions contact John Stangle at 434-2922.
MENANDS ROTARY OFFERS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Rotary Club of Menands is offering ONE $700 scholarship to a Menands resident who will graduate from High School this June and attend college next fall. Applications are available at the Village Office and the Menands School. Completed applications must be received by May 27th. If you have any questions contact John Stangle at 434-2922.
NOTICE OF SELECTION OF SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOL - MENANDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dawn Blasl to the position of Superintendent of Schools for the Menands Union Free School District. Mrs. Blasl is an inspired well-rounded educator with 10 years of progressive experience as a public school administrator at the elementary and middle school levels, and extensive experience as a classroom educator. She has served successfully as principal at two different public schools in the Yonkers Public School District and most recently as principal at Cottle Elementary School in the Tuckahoe Union Free School District. An experienced, a deep love of children and a sense of humor. Her experience will enable her to build on the achievements of the Menands Union Free School District while focusing on providing continued improved quality education to
benefit all our children. Meet the new Superintendent of Menands School on Wednesday, May 25th 6 pm at the School Library
CONGRATULATIONS TO MARIBETH REZEY
Congratulations to Maribeth Rezey for her graduation from Villanova University in Pennsylvania Magnum Cum Laude. Maribeth has received a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Sociology & Criminal Justice and has been inducted to Phi Kappa Phi, the college’s highest scholastic award.
Brooks Barbecue the 7th Grade is sponsoring the Annual Brooks Barbecue on Friday, May 27th 4-7 pm costs, chicken: $8.75 adults, $8.25 seniors, $6.25 Child; Pork Ribs: $10.00 adults, $9.50 seniors, $7.00 child. Tickets available at the school or call Mrs. Volo 465-4561 ext 162.
A WORD OF THANKS
We recently experienced a frightening home invasion but thankfully, we were not harmed. We want to express our appreciation for the quick response of the Village of
Menands Police, the Colonie Police, the K-9 unit, the forensic investigators and the criminal investigators. We felt reassured by their presence and the manner in which they dealt with the situation, and we especially appreciated Chief O’ Brien’s visit. We want to thank our neighbors who were so solicitous of us and we appreciated that those of you who spoke to the media were so discreet and supportive. While this seems like an isolated incident, aided unfortunately by our unlocked doors, it is clear that we must all by vigilant and careful with our own home security and report suspicious events to the police. Menands has been and will continue to be a terrific and safe place to live and work and we look forward to many more years here. Again, many thanks for your support.
God bless you all. Bien & Joe Beaz, 6 Mountain View
SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
Soccer Camp at the Schuyler Flats hosted by the Watervliet Soccer Club. Instruction will be provided by M.L.S. players from England. Open to Children 5-13 years old. Camp will be August 1st thru August 5th starting at 5 p.m. for more information contact Trisha Meachon at 271-6077
Items to be included in next edition of the Menands Activities, dated June 3, 2005, must be received in the Village Office by 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 31st.
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