Chatham Central School Consolidation Info

Hello,

 

Next Tuesday, November 19^th  is the Chatham Central School District’s controversial  vote on the consolidation of the Chatham Middle School and capital project.  If you would like to hear more about what the school is proposing there is an open meeting with the School Business Manager, Michael Chudy and Superintendent, Cheryl Nuciforo tomorrow, Thursday November 14^th  at the MED School, 4 pm in the Faculty Room.  If you are interested in attending please email Austerlitzreps@aol.com.

 

 

 

Below are some links that you can check out regarding the closing of the school, some for closing and some against the closing.  Most importantly do not forget to vote next Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at the Mary E Dardess School, 9am to 9pm.

 

http://www.chathamny.blogspot.com/

CCSD Q and A https://docs.google.com/document/d/1diq2nmXQQm0ijbEd3ZlPsPA2Huro0qfFgBVuswpSeC0/edit?usp=sharing

http://chathamcentralschools.com/capital_project

http://chathamcentralschools.com/consolidation

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If you or someone you know would like to get involved with the Austerlitz Republicans, and become a committeeperson, email us at Austerlitzreps@aol.com and we will let you know what is involved in becoming a committee person!

 

Thank you

The Austerlitz Republican Committee

the unofficial 2013 Election Results

 

The results are in, remember these are the unofficial results with 109 absentee ballots waiting to be opened later this month.  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0An0C0Npe0B9EdHdzTmdIdjdHYkh2RTJ4WDNiM0hRX0E&usp=sharing

 

 

 Town Supervisor:

Robert Lagonia 371
Jeffrey Braley 191

 

Town Clerk:
 Susan Haag 334

 

Town Council:
 Greg Vogler 301
Carol Pinto 266
Matthew Verenazi 373

 

Town Justice:
 Sharon Grubin 387
Karen Kellogg 178

 

Highway Supt:
 Robert Meehan 491

 

It was a great election, Congratulations to the winners!

Election Day Predictions

sample ballot 11-5-13

If you would like to view the ballot for tomorrow's election, here is the sample ballot for Austerlitz.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wNKCnpHjpQbGpTb09GVVM0T28/edit?usp=drive_web

please vote 11-5-13

last minute election details

I am sure by now you have received all of the political mailings.  When making your decision I would hope that you will remember that Jeff Braley for Town Supervisor, Matt Verenazi and Carol Pinto for Town Council are all experienced, they work with and know the issues in our town, working with the appropriate people and agencies to solve these issues.  

 

Words to describe our candidates!

 

For Town Justice, our candidate Karen Kellogg has a level head, she brings an excellent level of judgement and she lives in our community.

 

Lastly, Susan Haag for Town Clerk/Tax Collector and Robert Meehan for Highway Superintendant.  These individuals  who are running unopposed are here to serve you .

 

 

If you would like to familiarize yourself with the ballot, here is a link that will take you to the Austerlitz Sample Ballot https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wNKCnpHjpQbGpTb09GVVM0T28/edit?usp=drive_web

 

I know many of you have questions on the proposals:

Check out on of these sites for their take on the proposals

http://lwvny.org/advocacy/elections/2013/Guide-Ballot-Proposals_2013.pdf

http://www.gossipsofrivertown.blogspot.com/2013/10/election-prep.html

http://www.gothamgazette.com/index.php/gotham-votes/4652-6-proposals-on-novembers-ballot-and-what-they-mean

 

Check out our Facebook Page and our website, we are always adding important election content.

 

Thank you for Voting Row B – See you at the Polls on Tuesday November 5^th!

Vote Early!

If you feel that you can not vote in person on Tuesday, Board of Elections in Hudson is open today until 12 noon, and on Monday from 8am to 4pm. Go to 401 State Street in Hudson, and vote in person there. Still can not make it? Call us at 518-545-4670 and we can make arrangements for you.
If you do vote today or Monday, please tell Kathy and Steve we say Hi!

Absentee Ballots

If for any reason you do not feel that you are able to vote in person on Tuesday, November 5th, do not worry, Board of Elections will be open Saturday, November 2nd from 8am to 12pm, and Monday November 4th, 8am to 4 pm.  You can go to 401 State Street in Hudson NY, the right side of the first floor and cast your vote with Steve and Kathy.  If you do vote in Hudson, please tell Steve and Kathy - Hi from the Austerlitz Republicans!

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 YOUR VOTE COUNTS!

Tuesday, November 5th

6am to 9pm

ASpencertown Firehouse

Memorial Drive

Spencertown, NY

 

Reasons to Vote:

 

«      It’s our right and our duty.

 

«      Representation, we want people in office who best represent our needs and concerns.

 

«      If you don’t vote, someone else will.  Our government was designed for citizen participation.

 

The 2013 Slate of Candidates are residents who have lived, worked and raised their families in the Town of Austerlitz.  They are leaders who demonstrated their dedication and commitment to our town by serving various capacities for many years.  They believe in consensus, good communication and transparency in government.  They believe in diversity not just in political party affiliation but also diversity in ideas and experience is important.  They believe in achieving a balance of representation in our town government.  They would like to continue to work for the people of the Town of Austerlitz and they ask for your support and your vote.  Please remember to vote on Tuesday, November 5, 2013.  Thank you.

Austerlitz Republicans

PO Box 241, Spencertown, NY 12165

Austerlitzrepublicans.blogspot.com

AusterlitzReps@aol.com  518-545-4670

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We need your help, if you could send a monetary donation, please visit our site www.austerlitzrepublicans.blogspot.com/, or send us a check at Austerlitz Republican Committee, PO Box 241, Spencertown NY 12165.  We will greatly appreciate it.

Happy Halloween

Integral to Board - Great letter to the editor of support to Carol Pinto

Integral to board

By Susan Haag
Spencertown | Posted: Tuesday, October 29, 2013 12:30 am
In the short four years that Carol Pinto has held the office of Town Board member for the town of Austerlitz, she has acclimated herself well to the job. Always prepared, asking pertinent and relevant questions, Carol is an integral part of the Town Board. As decisions are made, Carol is careful to be fair, follow the laws, and to watch as possible precedents are set.
Carol is not content to occupy a chair once a month, but rather spends hours researching so the decisions she makes are with facts in front of her and well thought out.
Carol has been instrumental in updating the ridgeline protection section in the town of Austerlitz’s Code. Taking a difficult and complicated area that needs careful and implementable regulations, Carol worked across party lines to present new maps and wording to the Town Board for consideration.
Carol cares about her community. Even before she was an elected member of the Town Board, Carol came to meetings keeping abreast of what was happening. Carol served for over seven years on the Town of Austerlitz' Planning Board and on the Columbia County Environmental Management Council.
Being well versed in town issues, experienced, intelligent, and ready to serve another four years, Carol Pinto is an excellent choice for Town Board member for the town of Austerlitz on Nov. 5.

YOUR VOTE COUNTS!

 

Tuesday, November 5

6am to 9pm

Spencertown Firehouse

Memorial Drive

Spencertown, NY

Reasons to Vote

 «      It’s our right and our duty.

«      Representation, we want people in office who best represent our needs and concerns.

«      If you don’t vote, someone else will.  Our government was designed for citizen participation.

The 2013 Slate of Candidates are residents who have lived, worked and raised their families in the Town of Austerlitz.  They are leaders who demonstrated their dedication and commitment to our town by serving various capacities for many years.  They believe in consensus, good communication and transparency in government.  They believe in diversity not just in political party affiliation but also diversity in ideas and experience is important.  They believe in achieving a balance of representation in our town government.  They would like to continue to work for the people of the Town of Austerlitz and they ask for your support and your vote.  Please remember to vote on Tuesday, November 5, 2013.  Thank you.
 

We are Experienced in our positions, Loyal and Dedicated to our Community. 

Austerlitz Republicans

PO Box 241, Spencertown, NY 12165

Austerlitzrepublicans.blogspot.com

AusterlitzReps@aol.com  518-545-4670

 

Countdown to Election day.

We are counting down to election day, can we count on you for your support and vote?

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As we are sitting here on this chilly, fall day, would you take a moment of time to send a letter to the editor of the local papers, explaining the importance of voting for our candidates?

 

Here are the email addresses:

Columbia Paper - news@columbiapaper.com

 

Chatham Courier - kallen.chathamcourier@registerstar.com

Register Star - editorial@registerstar.com

 

You can also post directly to the Register Star's website by clicking this link: https://registerstar-dot-com.bloxcms.com/site/forms/online_services/letter/

 

If you need any help, a sample draft letter, or have any questions, please call us at 518-610-5396 or email us at Austerlitzreps@aol.com

 

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If for any reason you think you may not be able to vote on Election Day, here is the link to get an Absentee Ballot

 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B30C0Npe0B9EelJxY1FQVHc3djg/edit?usp=sharing If you need a printed copy, please contact us we will get one for you.  The last date an Absentee Ballot Application can be postmarked is October 29th.  However you can always go to Board of Elections at 401 State Street in Hudson and complete an application, receive your ballot immediately and vote.  (it is very easy).  Board of Elections will be open Monday -Friday 8am to 4pm.  For more information please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EE2be-dI0qb07KuxYGM35HVCKHzOedXaxi0MthtQeVc/edit

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We need your help for this Election here are some of the many ways you can help.

 

If you would like to be a Poll Watcher, A poll watcher marks off people who vote as they vote, it is great fun, you get to meet your neighbors.  Usually Poll watchers can graduate to Election Inspectors.  Those are the people who work at the polling site. 

 

An easy way to help, forward this email to your neighbors, explain why they should vote for our candidates.

 

Have you checked out our Website lately? www.austerlitzrepublicans.blogspot.com, or our Facebook Page?www.facebook.com/pages/Austerlitz-Republicans/130244128113.  We are constantly adding important Election Information to these sites.  Also, we are close to get 100 likes on Facebook, so please "like" us.   

 

Also, if you could call your friends and neighbors, help with mailings, or help in a way we have not thought of, please email us at Austerlitzreps@aol.com

 

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The Austerlitz Ballot is out, if you would like to familiarize yourself with the ballot, https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wNKCnpHjpQbGpTb09GVVM0T28/edit?usp=drive_web

 

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Thank you for being a Republican and for everything that you do!

 

Absentee Ballots

If there is a chance you will not be able to get to the polls to vote on the is Election Day, please fill in an Absentee Ballot Application.  The application needs to be postmarked by Tuesday, October 29th.  Here is a link to get the ballot: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wNKCnpHjpQbGpTb09GVVM0T28/edit?usp=drive_web

If you have questions or would like more information, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EE2be-dI0qb07KuxYGM35HVCKHzOedXaxi0MthtQeVc/edit

You can also go to Board of Election at 401 State Street and vote in person.  They are open Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm.

Austerlitz 2013 Sample Ballot

Here is the ballot for the November 5th election!https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wNKCnpHjpQbGpTb09GV

VM0T28/edit?usp=drive_web

Learn more about Jeffrey Braley

Learn more about Jeffrey Braley, our candidate for Town Supervisor.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GvShyBzx5wz6Iv9C4DTUDpPsxHs1C4HLpIgaMDJs9TE/edit?usp=sharing

 

How well do you know Matthew Verenazi?

Matthew Verenazi is seeking another term on the Austerlitz Town Board.  Learn more about Matthew by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c0nvPiAThT7UVFTAwZWL5AeR033TP9jCXU2WIo8efuw/edit?usp=sharing

Learn more about Carol Pinto

 

Carol Pinto is seeking to renew her term for Town Council.  Learn more about Carol by clicking the following link:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CBdhWfM-PNWxj_FZ9eaKLGfHkn7rvwHSYeJUPhyfhMg/edit?usp=sharing

 

Get to know Karen Kellogg

Would you like to learn more about our Town Justice Candidate, Karen Kellogg, click the link to know Karen Kellogg: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wRuF_g7LoQ9GQb9pKGvnkTyzhVyT3vN-1iESN64nfYM/edit?usp=sharing

 

 

 

Did you read this week's Chatham Courier yet?

Did you read this week's Chatham Courier yet?

Austerlitz Supervisor Braley faces challenger Lagonia
Read the article online by clicking here:http://www.registerstar.com/chatham_courier/news/article_c5328f72-367c-11e3-863a-0019bb2963f4.html

Republican Signs are in.

Republican Signs are in. 

If you or someone you know would like lawn signs, please email us at Austerlitzreps@aol.com, call us at 545-4670, or even text us at 610-5396 for signs.  We will get them to you!  

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We need your help! 

 

If you can send us a donation it would be greatly appreciated, click here to go to our website http://www.austerlitzrepublicans.blogspot.com or support the postal system and mail it to Austerlitz Republicans, PO Box 241, Spencertown, NY 12165.

 

We need volunteers to help with mailings, putting out signs, to be poll watchers, getting people out to vote and/or have suggestions to share, please email us at Austerlitzreps@aol.com to sign up, or go to our web site http://www.austerlitzrepublicans.blogspot.com/ 

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Thank you for your support!

The Austerlitz Republican Committee

Town of Austerlitz - Sheriff Primary Results

The Town of Austerlitz Primary Results for the Sheriff Race

District 1: Bartlett - 33, Mazzacano -15
District 2: Bartlett - 27, Mazzacano - 11
Totals :     Bartlett - 60 Mazzacano - 26

Bartlett a clear winner in Austerlitz.

Thank you to everyone who came out to vote and to all of the poll workers!

The election season is upon us.

The election season is upon us. 

 

A quick reminder that the Primary for Sheriff is this Tuesday September 10th, 2013.  The Polls are open from 12noon to 9pm at the Spencertown Firehouse located on Memorial Drive.  If you need a ride to the polls please call us at 518-545-4670(GOP)0.

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We need your help in 2013 to support our slate of candidates: (all up for re-election)

Town Supervisor- Jeff Braley

Town Council - Carol Pinto and Matthew Verenazi

Town clerk/Tax Collector - Susan Haag

Highway Superintendent - Robert Meehan

 

If you could send us a financial donation to help us kick start our campaign,  Our mail address is

Austerlitz Republican Committee

PO Box 241

Spencertown, NY 12165

 

If you wish to help us in other ways by having a sign in your yard, by calling your friends, by filling envelopes, or in other ways please email us at austerlitzreps@aol.com

 

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Save the Date - New York State Senator Kathleen Marchione will be at the Hillsdale Town Hall on Saturday, September 14th from 12noon to 2pm.  You can contact Kathy by calling her at 518-455-2381 or by email marchione@nysenate.gov.   

 

Thank you and hope to see you at the polls!

 

Caucus Results

The Austerlitz Republican Committee hosted its Caucus on June 15th.

The Austerlitz Republicans have voted and here are the results:

 

Town Supervisor: Jeff Braley Sr

 

Town Clerk/Tax Collector: Susan Haag

 

Town Council (2 positions): Carol Pinto & Matthew Verenazi

 

Highway Superintendent: Robert Meehan (D) won by 1 vote over Keith VanAlstyne (C)

We wish all of the candidates much success in the November election.

Austerlitz Republican Caucus 2013

The Austerlitz Republican Committee will be having its Caucus 10am on Saturday, June 15^th at the Austerlitz Town Hall, 812 State Route 203,in the hamlet of Spencertown NY 12165.   The Purpose of the caucus is to nominate candidates for the positions of Town Supervisor, Tone Clerk/Tax Collector, 2 Town Council Members and Highway Superintendent.  All town Republicans are welcome and encouraged to attend.

 

If you have any questions, please contact the Austerlitz Republican Committee by email, Austerlitzreps@aol.com, or phone, 518-545-GOP0 (4670). 

We are also seeking volunteers to help with the caucus.  If you are interested in helping, please email or call us!

Important to you and save the date

What matters most to you?  Let Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin know.  Steve will have mobile office hours at the Austerlitz Town Hall, 812 Route 203, Spencertown NY 12165, on Thursday June 6, 2013 from 11am to 2pm.   Please come and share your thoughts concerns and ideas to the most important issues facing our community.  You can RSVP at McLaughlin@assembly.state.ny.us or 518-455-5777.

 

Save the Date, The Austerlitz Republican Committee will be having its caucus on Saturday, June 15th at 10am at the Spencertown Town Hall.  All enrolled Republicans are welcome to attend and help us choose the slate for the 2013 General Election.

 

As always we need your help.  We are tying to build up our email list, please share your friends who live in Austerlitz.  We need donations to fund the upcoming election.  Lastly, we need volunteers.  If you are willing to help, let us know!

 

Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter,

Save the Date

Save the Date,

The Austerlitz Republican Caucus will be held on June 15th at 10am.  We will be meeting at the Spencertown Town Hall. 

Hope to see you there!

Happy Memorial Day - The Story of the Poppy

In Flanders Field

In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.

John McCrae

Election 2013

The 2013 Election season is here.  In the Town of Austerlitz the following positions are up for election:

* Town Supervisor
*Town Clerk
* 2 Town Council Positions
* Highway Superintendent

All of these are 4 year positions. 

If you are interested in the Republican endorsement, please send a letter of intent to:
Austerlitz Republican Committee
PO Box 241
Spencertown, NY 12165

ALSO, please send an email to Austerlitzreps@aol.com.

Let us know what other party endorsement you are seeking, your party enrollment, some information about you and why you would like to run for the position.

For a listing of all county wide elections, click this link http://www.columbiacountyny.com/depts/elections/documents/officials/up_for_election2013.pdf

Thank you!
The Austerlitz Republican Committee

Captain David Bartlett Candidate for Sheriff   * Meet the Candidate Event * Hosted by Mike and Tami Johnston & Keith and Laura Mortefolio

Wednesday, May 22, 2013     Vanderbilt House 161 Main Street Philmont, NY   6:00 PM - 8:00 PM   $40 per person