October 23, 2014 Vol. 5 No. 21

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WHAT’S UPOpinion 4

CommunityTown Board meeting 2Bullying causes JV football

season cancellation 3Halloween Fun at the

Rez this Saturday 3Lions Club–Free eye screening 10Woodbury Public Library News 11John P. Burke Fundraiser 12Coats for Cold Kids Cruise 12WCA Citizen of Year lauds wife 13Woodbury Bocce Group 13Sheila Conroy presents 13“A Visual Trip

through Woodbury” 13Ever ridden a horse? 19

SportsMW Girls Cross Country team 149U Woodbury Wolverines 15M-W Athlete of the Week 15

Faith 16

History 17

Education 18

Sudoku 19

Woodbury 2nd Annual Trunk-or-TreatCome to Smith Clove Elementary School on Friday, October 31

Fun themes from last year made Halloween safe, funny, and gave the kids lots of treats, all in one area…this Snoopy Trunk was designed by the McGoldrick family. Photo by Ben Meyers

Central Valley - The Woodbury Cham-ber of Commerce will hold the second annual Trunk or Treat at Smith Clove Elementary School on Friday, Oct. 31, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Best Trunk Display and Best Costume Contests in Various Categories. DJ & Magician Matt Stevens will entertain you.

What is a Trunk-or-Treat? - A Trunk-or-Treat is an event where residents, organizations and busi-nesses gather in a public space and decorate their vehicles, usually the trunks, to a Halloween theme and

give out candy to kids.An event like this allows businesses

and residents as well as parents and children to participate in Halloween night in a safe, secure environment. It also caters to those who don’t re-ally have a large neighborhood at all to participate.

Why can display? - All residents, businesses and organizations are wel-come to display at the event. We do re-quest that organizations and businesses join the chamber as a member howev-er. There is no charge to non-profits but

there is a $75 membership fee to busi-nesses. If you wish to display, send an email to info@woodburychamber.com

Prizes - We are asking all our busi-nesses and members to consider gifts for the prize baskets. Currently there are three prize baskets, one for each category of trunk display competition: Scariest, Largest and Most Original. If you would like to donate a prize to the baskets, please reply to us at info@woodburychamber.com.

Source: Woodbury Chamber of Commerce

Meet theCandidatesTONIGHT!

The Woodbury Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Meet the Candidates event held at the CV Fire Company’s headquarters at 24 Smith Clove Road, Central Val-ley. It begins at 7:00pm (af-ter village board meeting) to 9:00pm. Invited candidates include Town of Woodbury Supervisor candidates Ralph Caruso & David Sutz, State Assembly James Skoufis & Richard Cocchiara and more. Refreshments will be served and attendance is open to members and guests.

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Town Board meeting By Desiree Potvin, Clerk for the Town of WoodburyWoodbury - Summary of the Town Board Meeting held on October 16, 2014Public Hearing - Proposed Local Law - Towing: A public hearing was held to entertain comments on Introductory Local Law 4 of 2014 amending Chapter 282 of the Town Code entitled “Tow-ing” to improve towing response times and ease of vehicle redemption for individuals operating vehicles within the Town of Woodbury. The following comments were received:Richard Sarajian - representing Loyal Tire & Auto Center, stated his client is in favor of law and would like to see it adopted. However, he does sug-gest that some language be stipulated that states the fees that are associated with the law as it currently stands will remain in effect until the Board takes action to add them to their fee sched-ule. Attorney for the Town Joseph McKay stated the Board can move to adopt the law this evening and he can add wording to the resolution addressing the fees if they so desire. Tom Thorton - from Freeman’s Auto Service, stated the proposed law ex-tends the radius boundaries to be one mile and wants to know why it is not being extended two miles.

Attorney McKay stated the radius extension is based on the recommen-dation of the Police Chief. In a letter dated September 15, 2014 from Police Chief Richard Vasquez to Deputy Su-pervisor Frank Palermo, he notes that the increase of one mile would enable an additional five agencies to be eligible to apply to be on our towing list. The Chief feels this would be “advantageous to the Town should an emergency situ-ation arise” and added that “during in-clement weather and certain holidays there exist a potential for increase tow-ing needs due to increased vehicular traffic, which often times results in ac-cidents and cars breaking down”.

Attorney McKay stated the Board can extend the distance if it so chooses. Deputy Supervisor Palermo noted that he conducted a site visit with Sergeant

Kevin Wat-son and noted that Freeman’s Auto Service

is located within the one mile radius proposed. Mr. Thorton stated that their current facility is but they are mov-ing and will be just outside the radius. Mr. Sarajian noted that Freeman’s Auto Service currently does have a facility within the one mile proposed radius but that they do not have a fenced-in impound lot, and therefore, they do not qualify under the local law. Councilman Arone stated he would like to delay closing the hearing until such time as the Board has had the opportu-nity to discuss some of the issue raised this evening with Attorney McKay and Chief Vasquez. Councilman Hunter and Councilwoman Prestia agreed. The Board continued the hearing to No-vember 6, 2014.Schedule Public Hearing - FY2015 Budget: The Board scheduled a public hearing to be held on November 6, 2014 at 7:30PM to entertain public comments on the FY2015 Preliminary Budget. Copies of the preliminary budget will be available for public inspection and on the website as of October 30, 2014. Halloween Curfew: Chief Vasquez not-ed that the curfew for Halloween will be strictly enforced October 30 - No-vember 1. The curfew states the follow-ing: “During the period of October 30 and October 31, or any other period the Town Board deems necessary, it shall be unlawful for any minor to remain idle, wander, stroll or play in any public place, either on foot or to cruise about without a set destination in any vehicle, in, about or upon any place in the town between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. of the following morning unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, custodian or other adult person hav-ing custody or control of such minor or unless the minor is on an emergency errand or specific business or activity directed or permitted by his parent, guardian or other adult person hav-ing the custody and care of the minor or where the presence of such minor is connected with or required by some le-gitimate employment, trade, profession or occupation”.

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CORRECTIONIn our October 9 edition, the editor wrongly identified the person in the Tutu in a front page caption as Nancy Irizarry. The lady was Pamela Avery-Esposito. She is the Co-founder and CEO of TEAL. Our apology to both.

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Attention: Village of Woodbury Water ResidentsIf you did not receive your water bill - please call 928-9514 immediatelyWater bills were mailed on October 1, 2014 for the second billing of the Village’s fiscal year. If you did not receive your water bill, please call 928-9514 immediately to obtain your balance due and to verify your correct mailing address. Any payment not received or postmarked by October 31, 2014 will have a 10% late fee added to it. Due to numerous requests from residence, we have now made it possible for you to pay your bill electronically online. Please visit www.villageofwoodbury.ezonlinepay-ments.com for information on this newly available feature.

Woodbury soliciting Volunteers to serveLetters of interest should be submitted by October 31

The Town of Woodbury is soliciting letters of interest from residents that would like to volunteer to serve on the Parks-n-Recreation Commission or the Library Board.

Letters should be submitted to the Town Clerk, Desiree Potvin, by Octo-

ber 31, 2014 at 4:00 PM. Please be sure to include your mailing address and telephone number to be contacted for an interview. You can either mail your letter to PO Box 1004, Highland Mills, email to dpotvin@woodburyny.us or fax to 928-7380.

Bullying causes JV football season cancellationStudent athletes notified the district of verbal abuse Central Valley - The following is a statement issued on October 17 by Monroe-Woodbury Central School District.

“The Monroe-Woodbury Central School District administration has been made aware of alleged incidents of bullying among members of the junior varsity football team. In written complaints, student athletes notified the district of verbal abuse taking place among players this season. An investigation was launched immedi-ately, and families of these students have been contacted.

“As a result of the initial findings, the district has canceled the junior varsity foot-ball season and will forfeit the remaining two games as the district looks into the situation further.

“M-W interim superintendent Elsie Rodriguez ‘This type of behavior is clearly unacceptable, and we will never tolerate bullying or harassment of any kind in this district. We will take whatever action necessary to keep the students safe and secure while in the district’s care’. Moving forward, the district will implement additional anti-bullying training to ensure the safety of all students.”

Halloween Fun at the Rez this Saturday Coffee, Hot Chocolate and Donuts will be served Events include: Pumpkin Decorating, Halloween Craft, Costume Parade, Hayride. Magician Matt Stevens will present a Magic Show at 2:30 pm in the pavilion. He will also be making balloon animals throughout the day. Coffee, Hot Chocolate and Donuts will be served. Movie at Dusk: Scared Shrekless and Halloweentown 1 (feature). Come to the Rez at 2:00 O’clock on Saturday, October 25th for some Hal-loween Fun!

Craft Fair Nov. 29th – Vendors Apply Now! Women of Woodbury fundraiser at Woodbury’s Senior Center

By Susan Vrana

Women of Woodbury will hold a Fundraiser- Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Woodbury Senior Center, County Rt. 105, Highland Mills, NY. Applications for Vendors: $25.00 per space and the spaces are approximately 6 feet. by 4 feet, vendors must supply their own tables. Spaces will be given on a first come first serve basis. Reserve space for your business now. For info & vendor applications call Susan 845-928-9007

October 23, 2014 www.woodburyGazette.com4 OpinionLetter to the editor

With the Election for Woodbury Town Su-pervisor on the minds of our residents, and the fate of Woodbury looming in the balance, I decided it was time to move from the side-lines into the thick of things, and publish my point of view.

I first met Mr. Caruso during my campaign for mayor. I have since come to realize we share many of the same views and love for our com-munity. I fully support Ralph Caruso for Wood-bury Town Supervisor knowing Ralph for some time now, I am convinced his heart and soul are wrapped around doing what’s best for Woodbury and our residents, demonstrated by his commit-ment and loyalty to the People of Woodbury.

Over many years he has championed a great number of causes defending Woodbury from surrounding municipalities, County Govern-ment, State agencies and special interests that attempted to harm our quality of community

life, and alter the way we have become a cus-tom to live here in Woodbury.

He has fought against the KJ Pipeline, the expansion of KJ Waste Water into the County Wastewater Treatment Plant that would exceed the Plant’s capacity. Throughout the years I have known Ralph Caruso, I have seen firsthand that he is a facts based person, presenting his infor-mation and positions backed up with proof and documentation, not smoke and mirrors.

Ralph is what you see, and what you get, a per-son with integrity and principles, a Rare Breed in government. I can assure you that he is ev-erything we as residents and taxpayers want in a Town Supervisor. To secure the future of our quality of Community Life in Woodbury, please join me and vote for Ralph Caruso, this Novem-ber 4th. The Polls are open 6:00 am to 9:00 pm.Sincerely, Stephanie Berean-WeeksFormer Mayor, Village of Woodbury

Former Mayor, Stephanie Berean-Weeks - “fully support Ralph Caruso”

As we approach Election Day, I urge everyone in the town of Woodbury to come out and vote for Ralph Caruso for Town Supervisor.

I have known Ralph Caruso for approxi-mately thirteen years. I am impressed with his demonstrated leadership qualities and record of accomplishments. His dedication to this town is undeniable.

Woodbury residents are facing many chal-

lenges and deserve a full-time supervisor who will be there for them 24/7. Ralph Caruso will represent the best interests of our community as he has done so many times before.

We can’t solve all the world’s problems, but we can certainly take care of our own town. Please come out on November 4th and vote for Ralph Caruso for Woodbury Supervisor.Rosemary Farley, Highland Mills

Ralph Caruso – “I will be a Full-Time Woodbury Town Supervisor”

Ralph Caruso will represent the best interests of our community

I would like to thank the Woodbury Golden Age Club for hosting a Woodbury Town Super-visor candidate forum Wednesday October 8th. It was a great opportunity for the 96 members that were present to hear presentations by both candidates, and to ask questions.

Several Golden Age Club members raised questions of their concern about making sure the Woodbury Town Supervisor would con-tinue to be there full-time. I assured them that I will be a Full-Time Woodbury Town Super-visor, and also available to our Woodbury resi-dents day and night. If you have any questions you may contact me by phone at 845-928-2059,

or by email at: caruso.ralph@yahoo.com.On another note, Thursday October 16th I re-

ceived an email invitation from the Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, inviting me to a candi-dates’ forum they are holding October 23rd be-tween 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm, in the Central Valley Fire Company Headquarters. This will give our Woodbury Residents an additional opportunity to meet the candidates, and hear presentations.

Thank you to the Woodbury Chamber of Com-merce, for affording access to our community, to meet candidates running for Public Office.Ralph CarusoCandidate, Woodbury Town Supervisor

Clearing the Record for Woodbury by Manny Mangual Woodbury Village Trustee, David Sutz run-

ning for Town Supervisor, alleges in a flyer that the Democratic Committee and the Republican Com-mittee conspired to allow the Republican Chair-man run unopposed.

Woodbury Village Trustee, David Sutz run-ning for Town Supervisor, alleges in a flyer that the Democratic Committee and the Republican Com-mittee conspired to allow the Republican Chair-man run unopposed.

For the record: The Woodbury Democratic Committee set up a committee to interview and screen democratic candidates to run for Town Supervisor. David did send me an email request-ing to be interviewed and although he states that he is non-partisan, he did commit to becoming a Democrat! The Candidate Screening Committee chose not to endorse David Sutz because he is not a Democrat and made the recommendation to the entire committee. The committee overwhelm-ingly chose not to endorse David Sutz.

When faced with the opportunity to allow a great-er number of Woodbury voters to participate in the election of the Mayor and Trustees, David Sutz voted against it, twice. David Sutz stated to the Woodbury Democratic Committee that he is a lobbyist for busi-

nesses in Washington and has several Burger Kings in Dutchess and Westchester counties. I believe that Woodbury needs a fulltime Supervisor. I believe that my friend John Burke, former Town Supervisor, demonstrated to the citizens of Woodbury the im-portance of having a fulltime Supervisor.

I am disappointed that David Sutz is so willing to repeat or pass along false information. Da-vid Sutz is concerned about someone running unopposed for Supervisor but he ran unopposed twice. However, when given the opportunity to change the date of the Village election to the fall and allow greater participation both in ballot box and candidates, he voted against it, twice!

I have been the Chairman of the Woodbury Democratic Committee for ten years and have never been accused of conspiring with the Re-publican Chairman! In fact, Chairman Ralph Caruso and I have had many disagreements, but he has never made false statements about me or the Democratic Committee. David Sutz is mak-ing false statements in a desperate attempt to be-come a part-time Town Supervisor.

As the Democratic Chairman I will vote No-vember 4th but, not for David Sutz!Manny Mangual

Ralph protested against outsiders’ unfair voting practices & pipeline

VOTE!!!..... Go! Go! Caruso, our man Ralph Caruso has been on the go for a very long time. He goes to our town meetings and our board meet-ings. He has protested against outsiders who want to take advantage of our small town… and he has protested unfair voting practices, as well as the pipeline.

Ralph Caruso holds meetings when it comes to what’s best for our Town of Woodbury. Our man Caruso has been on the go for a very long time now, for over forty years. Way to go…Go! Go! Go Caruso!Warren MartinHighland Mills

Woodbury at the Crossroads

Why does an election have to be a popularity contest? We had a presidential election like that and look where we are now. The public needs to assess the candidates’ qualifications, dedication and commitment for the job.

The town of Woodbury has full-time prob-lems and needs a full-time daytime supervisor. Ralph Caruso is running for the Town of Wood-bury supervisor and will be a full-time watch-dog for our town.

The write-in candidate says he will be a full-time supervisor even though he “is a Burger King Franchisee, opening and operating suc-cessful stores in Westchester l and Dutchess

Counties.” He also serves on the Government Relations Committee representing Burger King and other fast food restaurant owners across the U.S. by being a lobbyist in Washington, D.C.

He also wants to reduce his salary by half even though he states he will put in full-time hours. How is that possible? The Town of Woodbury gets what it pays for.

Ralph Caruso will be available 24/7 to represent the town’s interests. Please support the person who will support your values on Tuesday, Nov. 4th. The future of Woodbury lies in your vote.Linda SieboldHighland Mills

I am writing to express my support for Rich Cocchiara’s election to the 99th Assembly Dis-trict. I’ve known Rich both personally and professionally for the last eleven years and have always found him to be a person of the highest integrity who gets things done.

In other words, if he says he will  do some-thing, you can count on it. As Scoutmaster of Troop 416 in Washingtonville and subsequently as the troop’s Eagle Scout coordinator, Rich taught many boys about leadership, character, service, and citizenship. He continues to be a merit badge counselor for Citizenship in the Community, fishing, and a number of others. Under Rich’s leadership my two sons as well as both of his sons and many other boys aspired to and achieved scouting’s highest rank of Eagle.

Rich is an avid outdoorsman who will fight to repeal the Safe Act because he knows that it hurts those who choose to legally exercise their Second Amendment rights and does nothing to take illegal guns out of the hands of criminals. Rich has revealed the truth and poked holes in his opponent’s Tuition Free New York plan. Rich points out that it’s not free; the proposal will in

fact cost taxpayers billions, and it actually limits career opportunities by forcing those who ac-cept the proposal to remain in New York State for at least 5 years.

Rich has proposed a better plan that will in-centivize businesses in New York to hire recent college graduates; a plan which will help those graduates to pay their often daunting college loans, and will cost the taxpayers nothing! Rich has served for twelve years on the Town Board of Hamptonburgh, the town in which my fam-ily and I have lived for 25 years. We have not seen a town tax increase during his entire ten-ure, in part because of his fiscal responsibility and oversight. Yet, we enjoy beautiful amenities in our town such as a brand new town park. As a retired executive of IBM and a small business owner, Rich knows how to balance budgets and make prudent business decisions.

Rich will bring his leadership talent, business acumen, and integrity to Albany if we elect him on November 4th. Please give Rich your sup-port as I am.Regards, Bob BurbridgeCampbell Hall

Cocchiara’s better plan for businesses to hire college graduates

www.woodburyGazette.com October 23, 2014 5Opinion

“Orange county’s budget will be cut by 20% come January 2015.” When I heard Orange County Executive Neuhaus utter these words I realized tougher times were ahead.

Since moving to Orange County 14 years ago, I have seen my business income go down while school taxes and “for sale “signs increase annu-ally. My town property taxes however have re-mained the same, and I credit this to the foresight and tough choices made by the Hamptonburgh town board under the leadership of Rich Coc-chiara.

Times have been hard for everyone the last few years, and they are going to become a lot harder

come January. The 99th Assembly District, and Orange County need an Assemblyperson with experience and determination to stand up for us in Albany.

Like many voters, I have let incumbents slide as long - if they were not under criminal investiga-tion. However, since I plan to live out my days in Orange County I will be voting in November, not for a Democrat or for a Republican, but for a man I know will get things done. That man is Rich Coc-chiara.

For the sake of our future I hope you will get out and cast a vote for Orange County.Regards, Michael Mckiernan

A man I know will get things done – Rich Cocchiara

The mid-term elections are right around the corner and are of dire importance, so I urge you to seriously consider for whom you’ll vote. Don’t check a box because you’re a party member.

Such knee-jerk actions are pandemic in our government and have created more prob-lems than they’ve corrected. Take the SAFE Act for example: A law written and passed in mere hours with no public knowledge and dubiously voted on in the dead of night. This law served to criminalize police officers and private citizens while doing nothing to limit access to black market firearms. Frankly, it should be repealed.

Legislation should be based on what is right and not what is popular. That’s why I’m vot-ing for Rich Cocchiara for State Assembly. Mr. Cocchiara has been a Hamptonburgh Coun-cilman for twelve years, and has a proven and consistent history of fighting for low taxes as well as having created many private sector jobs. Rich has served the public in his private life as a Scout Leader, and has stood for family values by example.

It’s time to stop accepting partisan “rubber stamps”. Support a candidate with a record of doing the right thing. It matters.Michael De Luca, Salisbury Mills

A proven & consistent history fighting for low taxes

Please vote for Rich Cocchiara for the NYS 99th Assembly District this general election.  Rich is an experienced local legislator who ex-cels in reducing wasteful government spending and balancing budgets without any gimmicks. 

His hometown has not raised their property taxes while he has been in office these past 12 years.  Rich is well-known in the district for his volunteer work, and he will help our business community grow in order to make this region a place that people want to work and reside, not a place to flee due to high taxes and political cor-ruption.  He will help change Albany by chal-lenging Governor Cuomo and Speaker Sheldon

Silver’s ethically-challenged leadership.Rich Cocchiara believes the top priority of

the state government should be to make it easi-er for everyone to find and keep good jobs, and for everyone to keep more of their money to invest and spend as they wish, by lowering ALL the taxes we are forced to pay due to Albany’s misguided leaders.

He is also against forcing unfunded man-dates on local entities which force our property taxes to skyrocket. If you want more honest people in government, then vote for Rich Coc-chiara, like I will be.Geralynne McKiernan, Washingtonville

This November’s election is more important than ever for New York State. There is a dangerous new proposed law sponsored by State Senator Ri-vera from The Bronx, and supported by Governor Cuomo and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, the mentor to our local Assembly James Skoufis.

This November’s election is more important than ever for New York State. There is a dangerous new proposed law sponsored by State Senator Ri-vera from The Bronx, and supported by Governor Cuomo and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, the mentor to our local Assembly James Skoufis.

If the Democrats win control of the Senate and Cuomo is re-elected Governor, they plan on pass-ing the “New York is Home” Act, which offers the most sweeping amnesty available in the USA to

nearly 3 million non-citizens living in the Empire State, and to qualify out-of-state illegal aliens who move to our state. Illegal aliens in New York will qualify for billions in Medicaid and college tuition money, will qualify for driver’s licenses, will get to vote in state and local elections, and even be al-lowed to run for office.

We cannot let this happen. This law will se-verely hurt New York’s current population. It will cost billions of additional dollars from taxpayers who are citizens. It enables more voter and entitle-ment fraud. We must elect Rich Cocchiara to the Assembly to fight Speaker Silver on this; the State Senate must stay in Republican control, and we must elect Rob Astorino as our new Governor.Mark Levy, Salisbury Mills

Cocchiara’s Priority - make it easier find good jobs

We must elect Rich Cocchiara to the Assembly

James Skoufis shares our values and fights for our priorities every day as our State Assembly-man – he has truly renewed my faith in the po-litical system. He knows that taxes are sky-high which is why he fought for a property tax freeze in this year’s budget; he also knows that job creation is needed which is why he helped cut the income tax for small businesses to its lowest point in almost 50 years.

Unfortunately, his opponent is a former IBM executive that was part of a team that outsourced thousands of our state’s jobs to places like Mex-

ico. In fact, we recently learned that IBM now employs more people in India than the United States. Nevertheless, that didn’t stop his oppo-nent and his fellow executives from taking huge state tax breaks.

In contrast, James Skoufis has sponsored leg-islation to end tax breaks to any business that outsources. I prefer James Skoufis’ version of job creation. That’s why he has my vote this No-vember 4th.Bob ColbertHighland Mills

First and foremost, I want to thank my neighbors in Woodbury for affording me the privilege of representing you in the State As-sembly the past two years.

While there is still work to be done, I am proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish. Perhaps most notably, I have been one of the very few elected officials to consistently stand up to the leadership of Kiryas Joel, taking strong stands against the illegal water pipeline as well as the ongoing annexation efforts. I believe every individual and every community should play by the same set of rules and no one should receive special treatment under the law.

Additionally, when a proposal was put for-ward to make our local emergency room part-time, closing it overnight, I led the fight to en-

sure that the Cornwall ER remained open 24/7 as any ER should. I stood with the Woodbury community in fighting the hospital’s efforts, collecting over 3,000 petition signatures to deliver to the Department of Health, passing legislation in the Assembly, and joining rallies in support of full-time emergency care. And we won.

While I helped secure significant increases in state aid to Monroe-Woodbury schools and successfully supported cutting the small business income tax rate to the lowest level in about 50 years, there is still work to be done. I’m asking for your support this November 4th because I am passionate about continuing the fight for a stronger Hudson Valley.James Skoufis, Member of Assembly

There are very few elected officials willing to stand up to the state’s big insurance lobby – one of the very groups that often lines the pockets of political campaigns. Fortunately for us, Assem-blyman James Skoufis isn’t afraid to do what’s right even when it means taking on powerful special interests.

Following Super-storms Irene and Sandy, James witnessed many residents that were forced to go to battle with their insurance company to get the payments they were entitled to. Some waited weeks if not months for simple replies to

their claims. When he got to Albany, James im-mediately went to bat for his constituents – the first two bills he introduced compel insurance companies to act more responsibly in the wake of natural disasters. He passed both bills.

Assemblyman Skoufis is a representative that is hands-on and always willing to take on the good fight. I’m voting to re-elect James Skoufis because not only does he share our values but he also gets the job done.Mickey MorganoGoshen

As a mother with children in the Cornwall Central School District, I can say with certain-ty that Assemblyman James Skoufis has been the area’s strongest advocate for our state’s schools and education.

Whenever fellow parents and I want to meet with him and discuss issues, his door is always open. Whenever we have concerns, we know he takes them back to Albany and fights on our behalf.

Case and point: when the district’s budget was tight last year and a second grade class-room was set to be cut, James stepped in, fought for additional state funding, and saved

that classroom.We also know James isn’t afraid to take on

his own party – that’s why he strongly opposed and helped defeat a proposal to give free col-lege to prisoners in New York State. In its place, James authored legislation titled Tuition-Free NY that makes college more affordable for law-abiding, middle-class families.

Time after time, Assemblyman James Skou-fis has been there for us. That’s why me and my friends – Republicans, Democrats, and Inde-pendents – are supporting his re-election.Nicole RobyCornwall

Skoufis legislation - end tax breaks to business that outsource

Skoufis - I’m asking for your support this November 4th

Skoufis isn’t afraid to do what’s right

Skoufis strongest advocate for our state’s schools

October 23, 2014 www.woodburyGazette.com6 OpinionLetter to the editor continued

Choices. We make them every day. What to wear, what to eat, what to do. It’s nice that we have that ability to choose what we want. Making good choices is a part of everyone’s daily being.

Recently our town didn’t give us a choice. It was only a few weeks ago that I was en-lightened of the fact that there is an elec-tion for the one year term left by the late John Burke. The unfortunate passing of our Town Supervisor left a vacancy in this posi-tion. It also created an anomaly in the elec-tion process in our town that required both the Woodbury Republican and Woodbury Democratic Committee to each put forth a candidate to be on the ballot in the General Election November 4th. The thing is there is no opportunity now to challenge their candi-dates because there is no primary. The com-mittee’s choice here was final.

As a result of this, Ralph Caruso, chairman of the Woodbury Republican Committee was chosen to be endorsed. Our Woodbury Demo-

cratic Committee, even though many potential candidates sent in letters requesting interviews for the opportunity to run, decided not to en-dorse a candidate.

This left us, as tax-paying, voting citizens of Woodbury, NO CHOICE at all for a candidate who would best serve the one year term left for Town Supervisor.

David Sutz is campaigning as a write-in can-didate on November 4th. He believes we voters SHOULD HAVE A CHOICE on Election Day. With him running, we now have that choice.

Whether you decide to vote for David or not, just know that you have a CHOICE in the mat-ter. An accomplished Village Trustee, Business-man and a most valued Community Member and Volunteer.

Should you choose to vote for David Sutz, re-member, he is a WRITE-IN CANDIDATE…..Make the right choice. I’m happy knowing I have one now. Sincerely, Samantha Armstrong Highland Mills

Our town didn’t give us a choice

David Sutz is clearly the right choice for the Town of Woodbury Supervisor. I’ve had the pleasure of working with David for the past sev-eral years on the Village of Woodbury Board.

I know David to be honest, ethical and consci-entious in his performance as a Village Trustee. He also quietly serves the people as a volunteer and demonstrates his dedication to Woodbury and its citizens. He has worked for seventeen years on the Woodbury Community Ambulance as an EMT and fourteen years of helping people as a member of the Woodbury Community As-sociation. Even though he is fiscally responsible, he understands the value of investing in our in-frastructure and assets for the community. He is committed to improving residents’ quality of life

by maintaining a high level of services, control-ling spending and protecting our environment. David is a fair individual. He is approachable and receptive to the opinions of residents.

David doesn’t just talk about defending Wood-bury against annexation; he has actually par-ticipated in the defense of an annexation attempt against Woodbury, which was successfully reject-ed by the Village of Woodbury Board. I am a reg-istered Republican and I’m supporting David Sutz for Town of Woodbury Supervisor because he is the best candidate for the job. I know it will take a little more effort to cast your vote for a write-in candidate, but it will be well worth it to elect David Sutz Town Supervisor on Nov 4th. Michael Queenan, Highland Mills

It is with great pleasure and deep Woodbury community pride that we support David Sutz for Woodbury Town Supervisor. He is highly qualified for the position, bringing a strong business knowledge combined with experience as he has conscientiously served as a Woodbury Village Trustee for the past four years.

A deeper commitment to our community has been shown by his active membership in the Woodbury Community Association, fourteen years, and Woodbury Community Ambulance, seventeen years.

We have known David for sixteen years. He will discuss, with all people, any topic and we have found him to be a focused listener to facts presented and the opinions of everyone. David has no problem standing up for what he thinks

is correct, but he speaks from sincere belief and knowledge, not just to hear himself talk. We have watched as problems have arisen and been dealt with in a calm, decisive and coopera-tive manner. Complimenting these qualities is a continuous positive attitude combined with an open, friendly personality.

WE, All of US, not one person, are the voice of Woodbury. Please look at the website www.VoteSutz.com . There you will find goals, ac-complishments, contact information and letters of support from Woodbury residents. On No-vember 4th, WRITE IN on your ballot David Sutz under Woodbury Town Supervisor. THE RIGHT CHOICE. Tracy and Anthony Maggio Central Valley

Thanks to David Sutz and his many support-ers, Woodbury now has a choice in November’s election for Town Supervisor. Instead of an election by default, voters may now select a very qualified and dedicated Supervisor—one who has been a Village Trustee for the past 4 years and is fully informed and knowledgeable about the many important issues facing Woodbury.

David Sutz has worked closely with the current Town Board and can make an easy and smooth transition to the job of supervisor. He is an ef-fective businessman who understands budget-ing as well as working with and managing staff. As a Village Trustee, he understands the need to listen to people and reach consensus, not in an intimidating or confrontational manner, but in a respectful and cooperative way. He can hit the ground running and has demonstrated the ability

to work both on the Village Board and with the Town Board where working together to benefit and protect Woodbury is very vital in the chal-lenging times we face.

As a write in candidate, David Sutz is behold-en to no special interests or party politics. He is not nor does he wish to be a “professional politi-cian”. This independence allows him to be be-holden to us, the voters. Write-in David Sutz, in the bottom right hand corner of the voting bal-lot, I support David and I hope you will too—he is a man I respect, know and trust!

Over the next few weeks, Woodbury voters will receive instructions on how to vote for Da-vid on the write in line. It is an easy one step process that will ensure that Woodbury is in very capable, non-political, hands. Thank you! Thomas Flood, Highland Mills

David Sutz is clearly the right choice

We support David Sutz

Woodbury now has a choice

For the first time in a number of years, the resi-dents of the Town of Woodbury will have a choice as to the person they want to be the next Wood-bury Town Supervisor. If you choose DAVID SUTZ, you must use the “write-in” option when you vote. The other candidate is endorsed by po-litical parties and is the only name on the ballot

Our founding fathers, who by the way, sacri-ficed greatly for our right for freedom of choice, gave us “the write in” vote option. It is not used often because candidates seek “endorsement” from the well established two-party system. There are “perks” for that support, financial etc. but also promises made that must be kept! Our founding fathers also assumed that we would vote intelligently because we would be informed voters and base our choices, not on party en-dorsement, but by the quality of the candidate.

Small signs are appearing along the roadside for a candidate “A WRITE-IN VOTE”. He has no party affiliation, gains no support from the organized parties in town, BUT has come forth to serve his community.

DAVID SUTZ, a longtime resident, married with children, owner of numerous Burger King restaurants has announced his candidacy for Town of Woodbury Supervisor.

Wanting to serve his community, he volun-teers for our Ambulance Corps. A quiet man, he’s

the guy who responds to your medical needs no matter what time of day or night. He has learned about and loves his town, and wants to keep it the great place we all chose to move to and call “HOME”. He also serves as a Village Trustee so is familiar with the “workings” of our local govern-ment and has demonstrated his capabilities.

The many changes in Woodbury have brought us to the prospect of a very challenging future. We cannot look back at what the leadership did in years past or thought they did. We need a fresh approach, 21st century ideas, not thinking of how we have always done things. We must evaluate what worked and what needs to be changed in the best interest of our town, regardless of po-litical affiliations or contacts... We need someone who has the energy to look at many different forward looking solutions in our fast changing environment. In my opinion, DAVID SUTZ has that ability and can energize us to be involved and look for solutions, moving forward.

I encourage all residents to register to vote, educate yourself about your choices, select DA-VID SUTZ and seek help at the polling location and that you cast your write-in vote correctly so your vote will count. Make your voice heard and be a part of preserving our community.Dorothy M. MorrisHighland Mills

At Last…..A Choice

Please consider voting for my husband, David Sutz, for Town of Woodbury Supervisor. One of the best features about David is his sincerity in caring for others. This is the reason he is run-ning a very hard race as a write-in candidate.

Over the past 23 years we have lived here, David has seen the areas of concern that he can shed knowledgeable light on. My husband has successfully run many businesses over three decades by positively managing people. He has always been there for any need; busi-ness or personal. I can’t remember a time he was not available when someone needed him. This shows true responsibility and organiza-tion. He doesn’t take on tasks he does not have the time to dedicate to.

I’ve seen him set time aside to mentor any of his many workers. It seems no matter where we are, we run into someone who has worked

for David at one point and they always state, “You were the best boss I ever had!” That’s because he knows how to treat others. It’s his very nature. So aside of the fact that he’s ex-tremely knowledgeable and consistently lets others light their candle by it, he truly is a considerate man who will be extremely care-ful in governing and protecting our commu-nity monies, properties and lifestyles.

David has no personal agenda as he has never been in need of a title. He has consistently put others first in all areas of his life and given of himself tirelessly. When tested he has always taken the high road. This is the man you want leading our community – as your quality of life is his main concern. This is one of many reasons I ask you to consider writing in David Sutz for Town Supervisor on Tuesday, November 4. Thank you, Maria Sutz

Consider voting for my husband, David Sutz

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The General Election on November 4th will give residents of the Town of Woodbury the opportunity to fill the vacant position of Town Supervisor. I believe the right choice for the job is WRITE-IN candidate David Sutz.

A successful business owner, and tireless volunteer in our community, David was re-cently elected to his third term as a Village of Woodbury Trustee. I am confident he will use his experience, knowledge and insight to foster and encourage continued and expand-ed cooperation between the Town & Village Boards. David has no party affiliation and

works hard for all residents. I served with David for fifteen years as a mem-

ber of the Woodbury Community Ambulance Corp. and have seen firsthand his dedication to the people of our community. In addition to his service as a volunteer EMT for the Corps, he served as Vice President for five years. I know David to be a man of integrity, a selfless individu-al who is always there for his friends and his com-munity. Please join me in casting your WRITE-IN vote for David Sutz on Election Day. Sincerely, Yvette MickolajczykHighland Mills

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There are two powerful reasons for writing in David Sutz for Woodbury Town Super visor. The first is David himself. I have known him both as a hardworking, intelligent and honest village trustee and as a Woodbury Community Ambulance volunteer where his generous spirit have been demonstrated at all hours in the care of his patients.

This is reason enough to write-in David Sutz, and it makes clear why David has been en-dorsed by the most honest and independent Re-publicans and Democrats such as Mayor Mike Queenan and Assemblyman James Skoufis.

The second reason to write-in David Sutz is the fact that the local Republican and Demo-cratic committees have acted so as to deny us any say in how our town is run.

After being rejected again and again by the voters, Caruso must have concluded that the only way to get elected is to run unopposed. And Manny Mangual, Chairman of the Wood-bury Democratic Committee, in a move that suggests collusion, has chosen to grant him that favor by refusing to run anyone against him. This leaves a write-in our only alternative.

Lastly, time and again our elections have been dirtied up by last minute flyers filled with false accusations against honest candidates. Be pre-pared for yet another of these and treat it with the disdain it deserves.Jonathan Swiller, Highland Mills

Editor’s note: Mr. Caruso was given an opportunity to reply to Mr. Swiller’s letter.

A move that suggests collusion

Elections should be about choices—some-thing Woodbury voters in this year’s Supervi-sor’s race did not have until David Sutz came forward as a “write-in” candidate. Only one party in Woodbury chose to run a candidate who would have automatically won, regardless of how many voters preferred someone else.

David Sutz is extremely qualified to be Woodbury Supervisor. Besides being a success-ful businessman, he has served Woodbury well as Village Trustee for the past 4 years, working closely with the Town Board. He has been a dedicated EMT volunteer with the Woodbury Community Ambulance for the past 17 years.

A “write in” is simply another way to vote. A can-

didate endorsed by a political party does not mean that this candidate is better qualified. It only means that a person either by vote of their local party com-mittee or the gathering of the signatures of a percent-age of registered party voters will be listed on the bal-lot. Those signatures do not commit a person to vote for that candidate---only that a person can appear on that party line. Party endorsements also mean that a candidate is obligated to that party committee if they wish its support in future elections. David Sutz, as a write in candidate, is basically running independent-ly and is only obligated to us, the voters.

Join me and on November 4th write-in “David Sutz” on your ballot for Woodbury Supervisor.Maria Hunter

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The unfortunate passing of John Burke left a vacancy for Woodbury Supervisor. The election process did not permit getting signatures on petitions to have a candidate’s name on the ballot. Instead it relied on the Woodbury Republican and Democratic political committees to each select a candidate in November, giving the public a choice. The ballot also allows for write-in candidates.

The Democratic Committee advertised for potential candidates to submit letters seeking their endorsement. David Sutz and other interested and qualified applicants applied to the Democratic Committee seeking their endorsement. David was told the committee would only support a democrat. David, like many others, is registered to vote but not registered with any political party. David prefers to choose a candidate based on his/her qualifications rather than their political party affiliation.

The Woodbury Republican Committee endorsed their chairman. The Woodbury Democratic Committee did not endorse anyone.

This act contradicts the basic principles of the election process and is an attempt to guarantee an uncontested victory to the Republican candidate by leaving voters with no choice.

Like many others, David was extremely troubled and concerned by a process that left the selection of Town Supervisor to just 40 people on the Woodbury Republican and Democratic Committees. David’s only option to remedy this situation was to become a write-in candidate - giving voters an honest choice.

Although a write-in candidate is not common, it is a legal vote on the ballot and has always been available to the voting public to select a qualified candidate.

It’s not about the political party, it’s about what’s right for Woodbury.

Why is David Sutz a write-inCandidate for Town Supervisor?

Frank PalermoDeputy Town Supervisor

Michael QueenanVillage Mayor

James SkoufisNYS Assemblyman

Robert HunterTown Councilman

Timothy P. EganVillage Trustee

Maria HunterChairwoman Planning Board

Vic FerrarelliChairman Zoning Board

William McClennan Superintendent Water/Sewer Dept.

Sheila Conroy Former Town Supervisor

Robert KwiatkowskiFormer Woodbury Police Chief

Ted JonesFormer Woodbury Police Chief

Dorothy MorrisFirst Director Senior Center

David Sutz is endorsed by Republicans, Democrats & Independents including:

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Join us at Woodbury Library this November for the following Young Adult and Children’s Programs. Please stop in at either branch to pick up a flyer with a com-plete listing of upcoming activities. Refreshments are served at all programs. Call 928-2114 to sign up.

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• Friday, November 7th at 4:30 P.M. to 5:45 P.M. Central Valley Branch OrangeREADS, On the Homefront. Discover American life during World War II with stories, games, and more! Activities for grades 2 through 5; Hosted by grades 6 through 9. Learn about “Victory Gardens” and how to make butter extender! Prepare a care package for an active-duty soldier.

• Monday, November 10th at 4:00 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. Central Valley Branch Celebrate Veterans Day Movie Matinee Enjoy one of the great untold stories of World War II with this suspenseful adventure-drama about a daring plan to move stallions away from the ravages of war. PG rated. Families welcome. Decorate an ornament to honor a veteran on our Heroes’ Tree.

• Friday, November 14 at 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Central Valley Branch Celebrate International Games Day; Come to the library for a Board Game Bash! Bring a friend and a favorite game to play. Grades 5 through 9 welcome.

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John P. Burke Fundraiser - Pasta Dinner November 1At Highland Mills Firehouse Nov. 1 between 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Woodbury - The John P. Burke Memo-rial Committee has planned its first fun-draising event!!! A pasta dinner will be held at the Highland Mills Firehouse/Village Hall on November 1, 2014, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Each ticket costs $10 and advanced sales are available at the Woodbury Town Clerk’s Office.

Tickets will also be sold at the door and “to go” meals are available as well. Funds are being raised to place a memorial at the Central Valley Pool to honor past Su-pervisor John P. Burke, who passed away on July 29, 2014, and to award a scholar-ship to a Woodbury resident.

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Central Valley - The Woodbury Com-munity Association presented Charlie Knuth with its distinguished Citizen of the Year award at a surprise dinner. The event took place at Falkirk Estate in September.

During the ceremony, Pete McGold-rick who was Master of Ceremony in-troduced many who represented local government such as Michael Queen-an, Woodbury Village Mayor, James Skoufis, NYS Assemblyman, Dorothy Morris who is the Gatehouse Chair-person and a past recipient of the

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Charlie was also praise, and roasted, by his adult children during the event. With all that said, Charlie really want-ed all to know that without his wife Loretta, he would not have been able to spend so much time doing volun-teer activities for the community. Lo-retta Knuth is Charlie’s strength and patient partner who gets it all done for her husband.

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“A Visual Trip through Woodbury”Woodbury - Celebrate Woodbury’s 125th anniversary with a special presentation of a newly released book from Arcadia Publishing by local teachers, Sheila Conroy and the late Nancy Simpson.

Sheila will present a visual trip of the book, Woodbury, Orange County, at Palaia Winery on Route 32 in Highland Mills, on Saturday, October 25th from 12:00 -3:00 P.M. It is fitting to present the book at Palaia, formerly the historic Seaman Sweet Clover Farm, which is featured in the book along with over 200 other vintage images.

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The MW Girls Cross Country team won the Varsity “D” race at Manhattan Invitational this past Saturday. The team consisted of Alina Kasparsons, Caryle Stella, Annie Kurdziel, Katie Kern, Alexis Gomez, Kathyrn Munks and Kiersten Kral. Coach Christopher Goodwin and Matt Hemmer.

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Outstanding Cross Country and Volleyball athletes singled out by Athletic Director Ron Montalto

The Monroe-Woodbury Athletic Director, Ron Montalto, would like to announce that Cristy-Ann McCoy is the “Athlete of the Week” for the week ending October 10, 2014 for the Monroe-Woodbury Girls Varsity Cross Country team coached by Chris Goodwin.

Cristy-Ann McCoy is a 4 year Varsity letter winner for the Girls Varsity Cross Country team. Cristy-Ann is one of the hardest workers on the team; she epitomizes what cross country racing is all about. Cristy-Ann models true devotion to the sport.

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Jack Jibb is the “Athlete of the Week” for the week ending October 10, 2014 for the Monroe-Woodbury Boys Varsity Cross Country team coached by Jim Glover.

Jack is having an outstanding season. He is currently ranked in the top 10 best runners in New York State. So far this season, Jack has placed 2nd at the Guilderland Invitational, the Suffern Invitational, the Red Raider Invitational and the Paul Short Invitational, setting the Monroe-Woodbury school record for each of those courses.

At the inaugural Crusader Classic on our home course, (site of the 2015 NYS Cross Country Championships), Jack placed first, setting the school and course record. Jack has taken a key role in helping the team improve and to be in a po-sition to win the OCIAA Division Championship and to challenge for the county and sectional titles.

Jack is a New York State Scholar Athlete. He is currently looking at several colleges in the northeast such as Cornell, Lehigh, Bucknell and the University of Buffalo. Jack is also a member of the Monroe-Woodbury Chamber Orchestra. He lives in Central Valley with his parents, Claire and Richard, sister, Emily, and brother, Oliver.

Congratulations Jack!Monroe-Woodbury Varsity Volleyball

This week, Mr. Montalto an-nounced that Caila Zenner is the “Athlete of the Week” for the week ending October 17, 2014 for the Monroe-Woodbury Varsity Volleyball team coached by Karen Zuzek.

Caila Zenner, a senior, plays both right side and outside hitter. She has been a very consistent, hardworking member of the Varsity Volleyball team all year. Her dedication and desire to constantly improve her skills are what make her such an asset to the Monroe-Woodbury Varsity Volleyball program. She has maintained one of the highest serv-ing and hitting percentages on the team. In a recent tournament, at Shenendehowa, she led her team in kills, service percentage, while play-ing a very solid defense.

Congratulations Caila!

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Classified 9U Woodbury Wolverines finally win close oneBy John Murray

The Woodbury Wolverines on October 12th pulled off a dramat-ic 2-1 victory with a go ahead RBI single Paddy Dineen in the top of the 5th inning.

The Woodbury Wolverines won 2-1 over the Rutherford Rebels on Sunday behind mas-terful pitching and timely hit-ting. The pitching trio of James Mastropolo, Jaden Fateman and Austin Palmieri stymied the Reb-els bats limiting them to 5 hits while striking out 10 batters. The defense kept the Wolverines in-tact with stellar defensive plays by Austin Palmieri and most impor-tantly a line drive double play by Danny Ryan at second base.

Austin Palmieri continues stel-lar hitting display with an RBI triple in the thirds inning scoring Brandon Tarasenko from third who led off the inning with a sin-gle. In the top of the fifth, James Mastropolo hits a bomb into left centers for a stand up triple.

With two out Paddy Dineen, stepped up to the plate with an opportunity to for the go ahead hit; an opportunity he took ad-vantage of. Paddy took a first pitch fast ball and hit a hard sin-gle to center, scoring Mastropolo from third with the go ahead run.

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If God has given you a special gift to help people un-derstand the Bible, I’d like to encourage you today to use that gift.  You may not even realize it’s a gift.  You may think that reading and understanding the Bible just comes naturally to you.  But I’d like to show you what a gift it really is.

In Acts chapter 8, an angel of the Lord told Philip, one of Jesus’ disciples, go to the road that leads down

from Jerusalem to Gaza.  Along the way, Philip encountered a man from Ethiopia who was sitting in his chariot reading from the book of Isaiah.

The Ethiopian was an important official in charge of the treasury for Candace, the Queen of Ethiopia.  He had been to Jerusalem to wor-ship and was now on his way back home.  The Spirit told Philip to go near the man’s chariot, and when he did, he heard the man reading from Isaiah the proph-et.  Philip asked:  “Do you understand what you are reading?”  To which the Ethiopian replied: “How can I, unless someone explains it to me?”  (Acts 8:31) 

So the Ethiopian invited Philip to come up and sit with him.  Philip began with that very passage of Scripture and told the man the good news about Jesus.

As they traveled together along the road, the Ethiopian understood Philip’s explanation so well that he said, “Look here is water.  Why shouldn’t I be baptized?”  So the Ethiopian stopped the chariot, was baptized, and went on his way rejoicing!

God had given Philip special insight into the Scriptures.  He had exposed him to the teachings and to the life of Jesus in a way so that Philip was able to help someone else to understand why Jesus had to come and die.

The Ethiopian was smart (he was in charge of the Queen’s treasury).  He loved God (he was just return-ing from a lengthy trip to worship in Jerusalem).  And he was eager to learn spiritual truths (he was reading the book of Isaiah).  But he still needed someone to explain the Scriptures to him.  So God sent Philip to do just that.

Faith explains.  When God gives you the faith to believe and to understand what He’s done through Christ, He wants you to share what you’ve learned with others.

I remember flying to California one time, hoping to share with someone I knew there about what Christ had done for me.  But even though I tried to bring up the topic throughout the weekend, God never opened the door for me to walk through and share.  As I flew home my plane made a stop in another city before I reached home.  A man boarded the plane, sat down

next to me, and proceeded to open up a brand new Bible to the first page of the New Testament.

I glanced up to see his face and couldn’t believe it!  It was a friend of mine from college who had been involved in some of the same things that Christ had eventually delivered me from!  He was just as shocked to see me as I was to see him.  When I asked about the Bible, he said his mother was worried about him so she had bought this Bible for him.  He thought he’d give it a try and had sat down to open it for the very first time.  I knew what God wanted me to do.

We spent the rest of the flight talking about his life and talking about the Scriptures.  I started with the passage where he had opened his Bible and I ex-plained how Christ had delivered me from the very things with which my friend still struggled.

Although I don’t know what happened to him after we left the plane, I do know that God answered my prayers to be able to share what was on my heart.  And He answered my friend’s prayers (or at least his moth-ers!) that someone would help him to understand what he was reading.

If God has given you the ability to understand the Scriptures, know that it’s a gift, and know that God wants you to use that gift to explain those Scriptures to those around you.

Prayer: Father, help me make the most of every op-portunity you give me to explain to others what you’ve revealed to me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Eric is an ordained pastor and a technology expert, having worked as a technology researcher for a Fortune 10 corporation for nine years prior to going into full-time ministry in 1995. USA Today to called him “a new breed of evangelist,” referring to his groundbreaking work of sharing Christ over the Internet with thousands each day in over 160 countries. You’re reading lesson 8 in ACTS: LESSONS IN FAITH by Eric Elder featuring thirty inspiring devotionals. www.theranch.org

Central Valley United Methodist Church12 Smith Clove Road, Central Valley, NY 10917www.centralvalleyumc.comPhone/fax: 845-928-6570All are welcome to join us!Worship: Sundays @ 9:30 amChildren’s Sunday School @ 9:45 amFellowship Hour: Sundays @ 10:30 amPrayer Group: Wednesdays @ 9:30 amAdditional fellowship and service opportunities, all ages.Come join us as we do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God!

Congregation Eitz Chaim/MWJCCA Warm and Friendly Conservative Synagogue1465 Orange Turnpike, P.O. Box 183Monroe, NY 10949845-783-7424www.eitzchaim-monroe.orgwww.eitzchaimhebrewschool.comRabbi Alex Salzberg Service times:Friday: Kaballat Shabbat 6:00 p.m.Saturday: Shaharit 9:00 a.m.Sunday: Shaharit Minyan 8:30 a.m.Open Enrollment:Gan Shalom Preschool, Hebrew School, Kadima, USY

Highland Mills United Methodist Church654 Route 32, PO Box 611, Highland Mills, NY 10930www.highlandmillsumc.orgE-mail: info@highlandmillsumc.orgPhone: (845) 928-6177Pastor: Reverend Darlene ReslingWorship: Sundays @ 9:15 am - Sunday School @ 9:45 amFellowship: Sundays @ 10:30 amWomen’s Guild - Monday 10 am - 12 noonMen’s Bible Study: Saturdays @ 8:30-9:30 amBible Study for All (check website for schedule)

Monroe Temple of Liberal Judaism314 N. Main St., Monroe, NYTelephone: (845) 783-2626 Rabbi Garry Loeb; Cantor Elana SchwartzWorship ScheduleFirst Friday: an eclectic, intergenerational Shabbat experi-ence for young families, singles, couples, and empty nest-ers. Held the 1st Friday of each month, it usually begins at 6:30 pm with a picnic or pot luck –dinner, and is followed by an hour of interesting activities. An hour-long Kabbalat service then follows at 8:00 pmKabbalat Shabbat Services: Friday evenings at 8:00pm. Shachrit Service: 10:00 am Saturday morning (unless otherwise specified), including Saturdays on which there is no Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Tot Shabbat Service: 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 am.

St. Patrick’s Church - Highland Mills448 Route 32, Highland Mills, NY 10930www.stpatrickshm.orgMass ScheduleSaturday Vigil: 5:30 pmSunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am & 12:00 pmWeekdays: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 amHoly Days - See Bulletin

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The Baptism of the Eunuch is a painting by the Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn, now in the Museum Catharijne Convent in Utrecht. It shows Philip the Evangelist baptizing an Ethiopian man, a eunuch, in Gaza, traditionally marking the start of the Ethiopian Church (Acts 8). Source: en.wikipedia.org

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Highland Mills United Methodist Church has been a power-house of prayer for over 150 years in Woodbury. For members, prayer is an essential part of their faith and is more important than ever in these difficult times which the world continues to experi-ence. And it’s not just prayer for themselves and their church fam-ily, but also prayer for their community, nation and world.

With that spirit, Pastor Darlene Resling conducted an evening prayer vigil at the church in August for members and all in the community in support of persecuted Christians and suffering minorities around the world. Everyone was invited and the turn-out of people of all faiths was remarkable. Another prayer vigil was held in late September, also at the church. This one was for American pastor Saeed Abedini of Idaho who is currently im-prisoned in Iran on charges related to his Christian faith. More prayer vigils to allow people to come together and raise up their voices are planned for the future. Everyone will be welcome.

In another testimony to “the power of prayer,” Highland Mills UMC also recently erected a Prayer Box at the church driveway entrance and is urging anyone and everyone to drop prayer re-

quests in the box. They will be collected regularly and a church prayer team will offer up all prayers of request and thanks to God which are received.

In the same spirit, “Drive-Thru Prayer” is the latest thing the church is now offering. On Wednesdays, from 5:30 to 6:30 P.M., people may pull into the church driveway and prayer volunteers will offer a prayer for whatever request or concern a person has, all while they remain in their cars. After the brief prayer, people will be on their way, hopefully more at peace and less stressed than before.

Highland Mills United Methodist Church is located at 654 Rt. 32 (at Ridge Road) in Highland Mills with the Prayer Box easily reachable just off the road. Everyone is welcome and urged to use it to request prayers of need and prayers of thanks, anything from personal matters to world peace. All may be made in confidence and anonymously. The doors of the church are also open every Sunday morning at 9:15 for the weekly worship service, also open to one and all.

For further information, please call (845) 928-6177 or go to www.highlandmillsumc.org.

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Monroe – The following is a schedule of our programs and services.

November 2 – Sunday; Sisterhood trip to The Jewish Musium, 5th Ave. at 92nd; 9:30 a.m., RSVP to Ellen McNally emcnally@frontiernet.net or 845-294-9047.

November 9 – Sunday; Orange County Jewish Film Festival “NoNo, The Zig Zag Kid”. Suggested donation $5 adults, kids under 14 free; at Congregation Eitz Chaim/Monroe-Woodbury JCC, 1465 Orange Turnpike, Monroe, NY. Time 3:00 p.m. For more information call 562-7860

November 15 – Saturday; Sisterhood Cookbook Launch Party, enjoy cookbook featured desserts, $7 donation pp, $18 per cookbook; at Congregation Eitz Chaim/Monroe-Woodbury JCC. Time 7:30 p.m. RSVP by 11/7 to Judi Berman 845-986-6553 or judiberman@gmail.com

October 24, 1931George Washington Bridge dedicated, 83 Years ago

On this day in 1931, eight months ahead of sched-ule, President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the George Washington Bridge over the Hudson River. The 4,760-foot–long suspension bridge, the longest in the world at the time, connected Fort Lee, New Jersey with Washington Heights in New York City.

Workers built the six-lane George Washington Bridge in sections. They carried the pieces to the construction site by rail, then hauled them into the river by boat, then hoisted them into place by crane. Though the bridge was gigantic, engineer Othmar Amman had found a way to make it look light and airy: in place of vertical trusses, he used horizontal plate girders in the roadway to keep the bridge steady. Amman used such strong steel that these plate girders could be relatively thin and as a result, the

bridge deck was only 12 feet deep. From a distance, it looked as flimsy as a magic carpet. Meanwhile, thanks to Amman’s sophisticated suspension system, that magic carpet seemed to be floating: The bridge hung from ca-bles made of steel wires--107,000 miles and 28,100 tons of steel wires, to be exact--that were much more delicate-looking than anything anyone had ever seen.

The bridge opened to traffic on October 25, 1931. One year later, it had carried 5 million cars from New York to New Jersey and back again. In 1946, engineers added two lanes to the bridge. In 1958, city officials decided to increase its capacity by 75 percent by add-ing a six-lane lower level. This deck (the New York Times called it “a masterpiece of traffic engineering,” while other, more waggish observers referred to it as the “Martha Washington”) opened in August 1962.

Today, the George Washington Bridge is one of the world’s busiest bridges. In 2008, it carried some 105,894,000 vehicles.

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Controlling my neighborhood school – who are they? Behind the scenes - CFR task force recommended universal adoption of Common Core State Standards

By Dawn Hoagland

I do not like my children being referred to as “human capital.”

What do we know about Condo-leezza Rice? She was the National Se-curity Adviser to President George W. Bush during the investigation of the 9/11 attack. What do we know about Joel Klein? He was the New York City Chancellor of Education under Mi-chael Bloomberg until he moved on to work for Rupert Murdoch in 2010.

What do Rice and Klein have in com-mon? They are both members of the Council on Foreign Relations.

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher dedicated to being a re-source for its members, government offi-cials, business executives, journalists, ed-ucators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens in order to help them better understand the world and the foreign policy choices fac-ing the United States and other countries. (CFR.org Mission Statement)

Their mission statement is disin-genuously unassuming considering the actual clout that this organization wields over our elected officials, many of whom are members of the CFR. Hillary Clinton recently began a speech at the CFR by stating that she was glad that they have established an outpost in Washington D.C because it makes it so easy for her to walk down the street from the State Department “to be told what we should be doing and how we should think about the future.” The CFR headquarters is in New York City.

The CFR creates many task forces and committees to study various issues impacting U.S. foreign policy, publish-ing over fifty reports and hosting 250

events annually, including sympo-sia, town hall meetings, film screen-ings, book clubs, and conference calls. Apparently someone made the case that the quality of U.S. public educa-tion does intersect foreign policy and should be on the radar of the CFR. A task force was assembled to publish a report that would ring the alarm bells, creating the perception of a crisis that was necessary to get people interested in education reform…again.

A report by the Council on Foreign Relations co-chaired by Condoleezza Rice and Joel Klein found that “the United States must improve its educa-tion system or risk imperiling national security and the economy.” The report states, “Human capital will determine power in the current century, and the failure to produce that capital will un-dermine America’s security”.

I do not like my children being re-ferred to as “human capital.” Perhaps if this task force had spent its time devising innovative ways to solve our nation’s problems by creating indepen-dent businesses that could employ our graduating students in decent wage earning careers I could take their con-cerns more seriously. But when I ana-lyze the solutions the CFR comes up with, I sense I am looking at the propa-ganda that always precedes fraud.

In plain English, what the task force recommended was the universal adop-tion of the Common Core State Stan-dards, the promotion of charter schools to provide “choice,” and the implemen-tation of a data collection system coor-dinated with a uniform testing regime to tie teacher evaluations to student test scores. These recommendations combine to create a perfect storm to

destroy public education as we know it. These recommendations leaped off the pages of the CFR task force report into the superintendent’s offices of our local school districts. How did that happen?

Let’s take a look at the U.S. Congres-sional Record of 1917. Representative Oscar Callaway entered a statement into the record regarding the control of the U.S. media, which at that time consisted mainly of newspapers. The statement described how J.P. Morgan hired twelve news managers to help him figure out how to control the policy of the daily press in the U.S. They advised that it was only necessary to buy twenty-five of the most influential newspapers to establish control of all of the news within the U.S.

Morgan bought control of the policy at these twenty-five papers and placed a managing editor at each one to en-sure adherence to the new situation. This “policy” was defined by a group that began meeting in New York City known as the Council on Foreign Rela-tions. Elihu Root, J.P. Morgan’s lawyer who became Secretary of State, Secre-tary of War, and a U.S. Senator, headed the first Council on Foreign Relations.

The Rockefeller Foundation, the Carnegie Foundation and the Ford Foundation all contributed huge sums of money to the CFR to promote their own causes and dominate U.S. policy direction. Presently, the David Rock-efeller Studies Program includes more than seventy full-time, adjunct, and visiting scholars, known as CFR fel-lows, who contribute to the foreign policy debate by writing books, reports, articles, op-eds, and blogs.

Create a world system of financial control - The CFR has 4,900 individual members as well as many corporate

members on its roster. Henry Kissing-er, Dick Cheney, George Bush, Robert Rubin, David Rockefeller, and Hillary Clinton are all members. Georgetown University Professor Carroll Quigley was allowed to examine confidential papers of the CFR for two years to write a histo-ry that would be favorable to the organi-zation. He published his work in a book, Tragedy & Hope in 1966. In it he stated that the aim of the CFR was “to create a world system of financial control, in pri-vate hands, able to dominate the political system of each country, and the econo-my of the world as a whole.” Did Quigley really think that was an admirable goal?

The CFR has members in all of the major news outlets so that fellows who are writing to promote their agenda will be published and re-published broadly. This is how a “crisis” is manufactured out of thin air. This is how our current education “reform” is running rough-shod over every thoughtful superinten-dent, principal, teacher and student in America. This is why anti- Common Core letters and articles are never pub-lished in the New York Times. Thank goodness for the Woodbury Gazette.

How can we fight this giant well-funded organization that most people have never even heard of? Well, let’s get the word out, at least here in the Monroe Woodbury area. Perhaps this article will inspire some people to research the CFR and find out who told Hillary Clinton what to do. I think we can all agree that the advice she received on Benghazi was wrong. The advice Condoleezza Rice and Joel Klein are giving us on educa-tion is wrong too. Help get the word out.

Dawn Hoagland can be contacted at commoncoreisnotok@gmail.com

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HS FBLA Blood DriveMS Gr. 6 Rec Night3:00 PM - 4:50 PMMS Gr. 7/8 Rec Night6:30 PM - 8:30 PMNM Family Fun Night7:00 PM

Saturday, Oct 25, 2014OCMEA Conference Day @ MSACT EXAM8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, High School

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Thursday, Oct 30, 2014Odyssey of the Mind Team Orientation 6:00 PM. Central Valley

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