Shawn Willliams Bio from the Chatham Courier

Austerlitz Town Board — Shawn Williams - : News

Austerlitz Town Board — Shawn Williams

Posted: Wednesday, October 21, 2015 11:07 am

Shawn Williams

Name: Shawn Williams
Age: 44

Place of residence: Spencertown

How long have you lived in the county? 44 years

Office being sought: Town Board member

Incumbent? No

Party affiliation(s): Republican

Endorsement(s) received: N/A

Previous elected offices, if any: N/A

High school: Chatham

College: N/A

Degree(s): High school diploma

Occupation: Forman, town of Austerlitz Highway

Years in that occupation: 14-plus

Ever been convicted of a crime? No

Memberships/Affiliations: Spencertown Fire Company, 24-year member

Family: Tara, wife, 32; children: Dakota, 17; Scott 11; Audrey, 2.

What do you think are the top three issues facing your town/city? What would you do to address these issues if elected? The top three issues facing the town I would say are the restoration and transformation of the old Methodist church into the new town hall. This is something that should be done in a timely fashion and at a reasonable price. The larger building will be an advantage to all, especially the judges. This I feel needs to be done without losing the character of this historic building.

The second issue is the town park and making sure we use common sense when upgrades get done. The summer program has been a wonderful experience for my children and many others. The counselors need the full support of the town for the excellent job that they do.

The third issue is the highway department and its ability to upgrade the town roads and equipment. I believe that my knowledge in this area would be helpful being that it’s the largest portion of the town’s budget.

http://www.columbiagreenemedia.com/chatham_courier/news/article_70f929d0-7805-11e5-943a-d7ae716eb88a.html

Here is Jon "Beansy" Mesick's Bio from the Chatham Courier

Austerlitz Town Board — Jon Mesick - : News

Austerlitz Town Board — Jon Mesick

Posted: Wednesday, October 21, 2015 11:11 am

Jon Mesick

Name: Jon Ned Mesick
Age: 55

Place of residence: Stever Hill Road, Spencertown

How long have you lived in the county? Born and raised

Office being sought: Town councilman (second term)

Incumbent? Yes

Party affiliation(s): Conservative

Endorsements received: Republican and Conservative

High school: Chatham High School

College: Columbia-Greene Community College (one year)

Degree(s): Automotive (non-credited)

Occupation: Town of Canaan Highway Department, road maintenance/mechanic

Years in that occupation: 15

Ever been convicted of a crime? No

Memberships/Affiliations: Chatham Little League Board (two years); girls softball coach.

Family: spouse, Linda Jean (Northup) Mesick; children, Brad, 31; Erin, 28; Melissa, 26; Samantha, 23; Emily, 10.

What do you think are the top three issues facing your town/city? What would you do to address these issues if elected? It is becoming a retirement community and is becoming very expensive to live here. The school taxes are high; I’m against state mandates. It’s becoming harder for those with a fixed income to stay here. It’s going to be tougher and tougher to stay solid without burdening the taxpayer more. I want to continue to look out for the health and welfare of the people who live here.

If you are the incumbent, what are you most proud of accomplishing? Always trying to save the town on purchasing new equipment. We were able to get a portion of Route 203 paved. We were able to purchase the old Methodist church next door to the Town Hall with grant money from the Ellsworth Kelly Foundation.

http://www.columbiagreenemedia.com/chatham_courier/news/article_ff5f780a-7805-11e5-a78c-47fe01e85130.html

Become a Poll Worker

Become a Poll Worker - The Board of Elections is always looking for qualified voters to serve as Poll Inspectors. It's a great way to earn extra money while responding to your community's need. Please contact us if you are interested.
https://sites.google.com/a/columbiaco…/…/become-a-pollworker

Absentee Ballot - Do not forget!

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 27th. Here is a link to get an absentee ballot https://drive.google.com/…/0B30C0Npe0B9EelJxY1FQVHc3d…/view

Notice of Caucus

Notice of Caucus

 Town of Austerlitz Republican Committee

 will hold a caucus on

August 22, 2015 at 3:00 pm
at the Spencertown Town Hall,

 812 Route 203, 

  Town of Austerlitz, New York

 for the purpose of nominating candidates for the following offices:

 Town Councilmen (2)

 

 

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