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

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)

 

 

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!

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!

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

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

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.

Happy Holidays

 

Happy Holidays from The Austerlitz Republican Committee!

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families!

A disappointing finish to the 2012 election, after the count of Absentee Ballots, Judge William “Bill” Hogencamp lost his race for Town Judge. Bill worked a great campaign with honor, integrity and pride. We wish Bill lost of success in the future. Keep checking our facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Austerlitz-Republicans/130244128113 or stopping back here for the final results as we get them from Board of Elections. Hopefully by tomorrow. Please share your thoughts on this election. We really need to up our game and need your input to achieve success in the future. When you consider the time and effort that Bill spent on this election and still lost, it proves that we need to up our ante. It only takes a few minutes, and it is valuable information that is used for further elections. Once you complete the survey you can forward it to a friend for their participation as well. Here is the link to the survey http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2NGS7TB . Thank you, for your help!