May 24, 2012 Vol. 3 No. 10

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M-W Community Members Celebrate Life Hold American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life

In a nation where more than 1.5 mil-lion people will be diagnosed with cancer this year, Monroe-Woodbury community members decided to cel-ebrate life by holding an American Cancer Society Relay for Life. The unique fundraising event in which teams of participants take turns walk-ing the track for 12 hours in an effort to fi ght cancer, took place on Saturday - May 19, 2012.

The message of the event is that no one fi ghts cancer alone. Cancer sur-vivors, meaning anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer, joined together on the track and walked the

The Town of Woodbury Memorial Day Parade will be held Sunday May 27, 2012. The Parade forms at 12:30 p.m. on Bond Street and begins north on Route 32 at 1:00 p.m., pausing at both the Summit Avenue Monument in Central Valley and the Victory Park Monument in Highland Mills to conduct brief Wreath Lay-

ing Ceremonies.The Parade will continue north to

the Cemetery of The Highlands, where it will end with a Memorial Day Cer-emony at the Veteran’s Monument and Firemen’s Monument.

This year’s complimentary Parade Committee Journal Book, which in-cludes the Parade Program Schedule and more, will be available in local public places by Saturday May 19, 2012.

WHAT’S UPEditorial 2

Opinion 4

CommunityTown Board Meeting 3Woodbury Republican Committee

holds Breakfast Buffet 3Village Board meeting 317th Annual Woodbury Open 5Collector’s Tax Notice 5Motor vehicle accident

extrication training 6Caregiver Spring Renewal 6Keller Williams Realty’s

Annual Yard Sale 6Lakeside Village Homes 7“Proctoria of a Bygone Era” 8Greater Hudson Bank

Opens Monroe Branch 9Woodlot Management Workshop

Addresses Issues of Owners of Wooded Acreage 12

Laura Bakst Receives Prestigious Place at Fulbright Summer Institute to the UK 13

FaithMultitude of Praises 10

HistoryMemorial Day is more than

just a Three-Day Weekend 11

Teen SpotlightPreparing For Your Freshman

Year of College 14Dylan Da Silva graduates 14

School Calendar 15

Classifi ed 15

Sudoku 15

Vails Gate Cleaners, Inc. Now located in Highland Mills next to the Post Offi ce

For more informat ion please cal l 863-3307 v isit www.vglaundry.com

See Celebrate, page 5

Town of Woodbury Memorial Day ParadeMemorial Day Parade honors veterans & Grand Marshal Ken Smith

Ken Smith driving in last year’s parade. Photo provided

See Parade, page 12

Photo provided

May 24, 2012 WWW.WOODBURYGAZETTE.COM2 Editorial

EDITORIAL

Remember – they were killed!If they could watch, would they have found you voting…

Remember the men and women who were killed by bullet, by bomb, artillery blast, bayonet, and going down in their plane’s cockpit inferno; and sailors locked by their mates in their ships’ boiler compartments with stream scalding them and water rising to drown them. Hatches sealed, a bomber whistling in its death dive to earth…crewmen stuck and unable to bail out, IEDs blowing vehicles high into the air and mutilating infantrymen. Amphibious tractors… stuck on a coral reef explode suddenly from mortar rounds killing most or all the infantry and crew before even getting to the beach, survivors jumping over the side into the water… the weight of their boots, helmets, ammunition quickly sink them in seven or eight feet of water – gasping they drown. Panzer 88 rounds punch through the Sherman tank’s thin armor like a hot knife through butter and ignite gasoline and ammunition that fry the trapped driver and gunner to a crisp.

For those of you, who know, don’t forget bouncing Betties, the tripwire con-nected to the loosened grenade pin, bamboo punji stakes under the camoufl aged pit, and the job of tunnel rats. The list of ways to be savagely killed while in your country’s service is long. Special Service intelligence operatives who were caught and prisoners of war…a bullet in the forehead was merciful, most of the others endured smashed fi ngers, electric shocks to their bodies’ most sensitive parts, splin-ters driven under fi ngernails, beatings that left swollen, bloody faces, feet and arms and starvation was a given.

Oh, did I forget malaria sweats and fever in the middle of jungle islands and on the Burma Road; jungle rot, dengue, and dysentery and typhus?

They all wanted “it” to be over and to get home! Small things at home became treasured memories like an ice cream cone or milkshake at Woolworths, walks by the pond, fi shing on a summer day, fi xing a car with dad and brothers, yes, and sweet girl friends. Blam!

The majority were not heroes! Just G.I Joes! The extraordinary honored with the Medal of Honor are such as Sgt. Alvin York and 118 others in WWI and Aud-ie Murphy, the most decorated soldier during WWII was one of 464 so awarded. Yet, each of these men would tell you that they only did what many others had done, but were not recognized. Each one wears the medal for all who served.

Now, how did these sacrifi ces benefi t you? When is it that you last voted? Have you cared enough to get involved in your community and to expand your circle of friends and acquaintances? Let me get to the point! Did you vote at the recent school election and budget vote? Shame on you if you could have voted and did not!

As readers are aware, I founded the Woodbury Gazette just over two years ago for the benefi t of Central Valley and Highland Mills residents. You know by now what topics are important to me and I try to pass them along. More relevant are the topics that are most important to you. I try to be consciencous by attending as many Wood-bury meetings as possible, and that means Town and Village Board meetings, and the Board of Education. My record is not perfect because I am far from perfect, but as far as the Board of Education meetings are concerned, I’ve attended many during the past eighteen months.

After my publication of the State Comptroller’s Offi ce report, weeks before the election, you know, the one that stated that M-W was stockpiling nearly$14 million in surplus funds, many parents and taxpayers outside of Highland Mills and Central Valley had heard about it. Some requested that I write a special edi-tion of the Woodbury Gazette so that the whole district would be made aware of the facts. An edition that would present information that is not readily available in the Photo News or TH-R.

This special edition caused panic among the elite, those who feared that they would lose their monopolistic stranglehold on the Board of Education. Reaction from the top has been to use any resource, whether unethical or illegal, to spread lies, not misinformation, smearing the integrity of Feliciano, O’Brien and Vargas. What is a defi nition of a lie? A lie is to hold something which one knows is not the whole truth to be the whole truth, and doing this intentionally. While they have won the election by lying contextually, they may have broken several laws accomplishing their goal. The Woodbury Gazette will continue to report about this conduct.

KJ was a smokescreen that works every time. This is what frightened Monroe residents. Their vision was blinded by historical issues, and, since the school district’s conduct has not been covered well in their news sources, they swayed and toppled in the smoke.

Some Monroe residents complained to the Photo News because our school dis-trict-wide Special Edition was found tucked in with the rest of their mail. It leads me to wonder whether the same folk complain because the Market Place…or, the M-W Special Budget Issue news letter is found inside the fold of the Photo News. Neither the Photo News nor the Woodbury Gazette had any control over the U.S. Postal Service’s method of distributing mail! Wonder whether these complainers were the same people who misused the School District’s e-mail list, phone list, or, hung fl yers in the school’s bus buildings.

In spite of the results of the recent Board Member election, and the hysteria and hype about KJ, the Woodbury Gazette’s Special Edition was correct; unfortunately being right in this case means that taxpayers and children will continue to suffer.

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Town Board MeetingBy Desiree Potvin, Clerk for the Town of Woodbury

Woodbury - Summary for May 17, 2012Library on the Road: Councilman Frank Palermo stated several months ago Library Board Chairperson Dorothy Morris came to him and said they would like to start a program where certain small businesses in town would have bookcases in which a “book swap” can occur. This pilot program has begun at Brian’s Hotdogs last week. A couple weeks ago he discovered a company that promotes reading by using bird-houses that could be erected in the town parks. The books are completely donated by residents and he would like the board to support this program. It will have no adverse effects to the library and would be a way for residents to give back to the community. He suggested purchasing a few birdhouses to start and perhaps a Boy Scout project could be to building additional ones if needed. Councilman James Skoufi s stated he thinks it is a great program but has concerns about them being vandalized after hours. Councilman Palermo stated there will most likely be so many books that, if vandal-ized, the units could be refi lled and noted the parks are patrolled after hours. Super-visor John Burke stated he feels it is a great message for the board to send and asked where the units would be erected. Councilman Palermo suggested Earl’s Reservoir, Central Valley Pond and Brickley Field. Supervisor Burke suggested the Dog Park as well, which all agreed was a good idea. The cost of the units is approximately $200 - $450 each, depending on the style and size. Mrs. Morris stated she feels that this type of program could be incorporated in the library as well. She stressed that she does not feel that this program is in competition with the public library. Council-woman Marilyn Prestia stated she feels that guidelines should be set on the materials being donated – including content and condition of the books. Mrs. Morris stated volunteers can screen the books for their condition but feels that content is a matter of opinion and could be subject to censorship issues.Public Hearing - Amendment to Ethics Law: A public hearing was held to enter-tain comments on an amendment to Chapter 39 the Town Code entitled “Ethics, Code of” that would eliminate the FICO score research on potential members of the Ethics Committee. Comments were received so the Board adopted the law. Copies are available in the offi ce of Desiree Potvin, Town Clerk.Audits of the Town Financial Records: Supervisor Burke stated that in 2006 the Board began having the Town’s fi nancial records audited. It was noted that the audit of the 2009 fi nancial records have been completed and is on fi le in the Town Clerk’s Offi ce. The Board also approved the proposal was received from Sedore & Company to conduct an audit of the 2010 fi nancial records at a cost of $21,100. Councilman Timothy Arone asked what the cost was for the 2009 audit and Su-pervisor Burke stated it is basically the same. He noted that when the process was started (2006) a tremendous amount of research and set-up work needed to be done. Over the years the fee has slightly decreased since much of the background information the auditors already have because of their previous audit work.Update – Electronic Collection Day: Supervisor Burke stated the April 27-28 electronic collection event was once again a very successful one. Approximately 27,276 pounds of materials were collected which brings the total to date since this service began last year to 62,363 pounds. The next collection date is October 19-20, 2012. The company has turned over to the Town $276.60 which was from the destruction of CPUs. Eagle Scout Project: Supervisor Burke stated Boy Scout Brian Buttner con-structed six picnic tables for the parks for his Eagle Scout project. His work was recognized and it was noted that three tables will be at Earl Reservoir and the other three at the Central Valley Pool.During Public Comment: Town Clerk Potvin noted that the Village of Woodbury General Election will be held on June 19, 2012 at the Highland Mills Firehouse from Noon until 9PM.

Highway Superintendent Robert Weyant stated he met with the Orange County DPW this week and was informed that County Route 105 is almost completed. There is minimal work that remains.

Police Lieutenant Arthur Abbott reminded the public that Memorial Day week-end is approaching and traffi c delays are to be expected. There will be NYS Po-lice presence the entire weekend. West Point graduation is also held this same weekend as well as the Memorial Day parade, which will have Route 32 closed on May 27 from 1PM – 3PM.

Village Board meetingBy Desiree Potvin, Clerk for the Village of Woodbury

Woodbury - Summary for May 08, 2012Public Hearing - Orange County Community Development Grant: A public hearing was held to entertain suggestions of projects to be submitted for funding through the 2013 Orange County Community Development Grant program. The following project suggestions were received:

Village Clerk Desiree Potvin read the following project suggestions on behalf of the Water/Sewer Department: 1) Sewer Main Rehabilitation & Lining – video inspection, jetting, cleaning, and lining of sewer mains within a portion of Cen-tral Valley (CT 139, BG 3) to reduce infi ltration and infl ow from groundwater; 2) Water & Sewer System Security Upgrades – replacement and upgrade of security fences at Village’s remote water and sewer facilities including wells, pump sta-tions, and tanks (various locations throughout the Village including Hunter Street [CT139, BG3], Pine Hill Road & Hollet Avenue [CT135, BG3]; 3) Water System Telemetry Upgrade – replacement, upgrade, and relocation of Village’s Master Te-lemetry Unit (MTU) which controls the operation of water supply wells and pump stations from a fl ood damaged location within the existing Water Department of-fi ces, a location less prone to fl ooding. Located at Hunter Street (CT139, BG3) but affects entire Village-wide water system; 4) Sewer Pump Station Control Replace-ment – replacement and upgrade of sewer pump station controls and alarms within several pump stations (various Village-wide locations).

Courtney Hunter-Perna suggested that sidewalks be constructed to connect Route 32 to Dunderberg Road along Oakland Avenue. She submitted photos of the area showing the worn tracks of the walkers on individual properties along Oakland Avenue.

With no further project suggestions, the public hearing was closed. Mayor Michael Queenan noted that a copy of these minutes will be given to the Village Engineer for submission to the County by the May 31, 2012 deadline. Delinquent Water Bill Re-Levy: The Board adopted a resolution to re-levy 659 unpaid water bills onto individuals Village tax bills totaling $91,156.60. A com-plete list of those individuals that did not pay their water bill by the April 6 dead-line is on fi le in the offi ce of the Village Clerk.2012/2013 Holiday Schedule: The Village offi ces will be closed on the follow-ing dates during their 2012/2013 fi scal year: July 4, Independence Day; Sep-tember 3, Labor Day; October 8, Columbus Day; November 12, Veterans Day Observance; November 22, Thanksgiving; November 23, Day after Thanksgiv-ing; December 24, Floating Holiday; December 25, Christmas Day; January 1, New Year’s Day; January 21, Martin Luther Day; February 18, President’s Day; and May 27, Memorial DayContinued Discussion - Clothing Bin Local Law: Trustee Timothy Egan stated he spoke “off-line” with an attorney, and he agreed that this issue should be before the Planning Board and require a site plan amendment. He believes the only Village Board involvement should be to adopt a law. He feels that Building Inspector Gary Thomasberger should look at the existing clothing bins to see if any are currently in violation. Mayor Queenan stated he is very concerned about the ascetics of the Village and does not want these bins to be an eye sore or attract nuisance. He also wants to area around the bins to be required to be free and clear of debris. Trustee Egan stated he also feels that a time period should be estab-lished that would require the existing bins to become compliant. Mayor Queenan stated he would like to fi nalize discussion on this issue at the next meeting so a public hearing could be held shortly thereafter. b. Resolution - Opposing Flood Maps: The Board adopted a resolution oppos-ing the proposed new Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Flood Maps (resolution available on the village’s website www.villageofwoodbury.com under the minutes for the May 8 meeting). Trustee Neil Crouse opposed the adoption of the resolution stating that he feels it is premature since the maps are not fi nished yet. Mayor Queenan stated the resolution is to oppose the du-plication efforts of the DEC having to do these maps that are already done by the Army Corps of Engineers, which is regulated by the Federal Government. Trustee David Sutz stated he would be interested in seeing the new maps over-laid onto the old maps. Clerk Potvin stated the correspondence received from the Orange County Partnership states these the maps will signifi cantly impede busi-ness, development, and negatively affect property values. Trustee Thomas Flood stated the experience the Village has had with the DEC has not been a positive one and the DEC should not have any more power then it currently does. June 19 Village Election: The Board appointed the following individuals to work the June 19 Village General Election: Maria Hunter, Christine Hammond, Justin Hunter, Donna Binder, Kathleen McKevitt, and Kevin McKevitt. Each person will be paid $165 for the day. Any person interested in becoming an election worker should contact the Orange County Board of Elections by call-ing 845-291-2444. As a reminder, all residents vote at the Highland Mills Fire-house/Village Hall for the June 19 election, and the hours to vote are Noon – 9 p.m. There are two Trustee positions to be elected. Absentee ballot applications are available on the village’s website (www.villageofwoodbury.com) and must be postmarked by June 12, 2012. For more information please contact Village Clerk Desiree Potvin at 928-7558.

Republican Committee holds Breakfast Buffet The Woodbury Republican Committee is holding a Breakfast Buffet Sunday, June 3rd, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at the Falkirk Estate and Country Club, 206 Smith Clove Road, Central Valley. Cost is $35.00 per person. Call 629-2720 or 782-3685 for tickets or information. This year we acknowledge our local business owners. “Thank you, for being an important part of our community and con-tinuing your business in Woodbury.”

May 24, 2012 WWW.WOODBURYGAZETTE.COM4Letters to the editor

The negative campaigned and that were made by Jennifer Trumper and others were very demeaning, fabricat-ed and fl at out lies. It instilled fear into the minds of the Monroe-Woodbury residents and communities. Unfor-tunately, their tactics worked because the public was fooled, and deceived by someone in whom they put their trust, and who is a member of the Monroe-Woodbury School District.

I am very disappointed in how Jen-nifer Trumper, and others, deceived the public. It’s a shame.

This ordeal was very distressing, but I will continue to commit my time to help parents and students who are facing peer pressure, bullying and hu-miliation in this school district. I will fi ght for what is right and will continue to be an advocate for the special needs children and be a voice for those who are afraid to speak up.

I forgive those who innocently al-lowed the fear to enter their minds,

but as for Jennifer Trumper and those who wished me harm, right now, I leave you in God’s hands. You can lie to the people, but you cannot lie to God because in the end He will be the jury and judge.

I want to thank the voters and ev-eryone who supported and believed in me. I also want to thank the Woodbury Gazette, The Photo News and Times Herald-Record newspapers. Finally, I thank my husband, Jorge, my daugh-ters Chiara and Ariana for their love, support and understanding. I’m so sorry you were dragged into this situ-ation.

I maintain my innocence, and I clearly state that I stood alone in this race along with my Lord Jesus, my family, and my true friends and sup-porters.

Thank you and God Bless. Post election remarks by Clara Munoz-FelicianoMaria HunterHighland Mills

“I will continue to commit my time to help parents and students”

Opinion

TheUnbelievable! Woodbury, how could you have let this happen? These folks hid money--your mon-ey--from you! They misinformed people before vote! Could it be you

believed new blood would equate to a Kiryas Joel take over? I get it--change is hard...continue being HAPPY CARROTS.Alicia Hooben

How could you have let this happen?

The negative campaigned and that were made by Jennifer Trumper and others were very demeaning, fabricated and fl at out lies. It instilled fear into the minds of the Monroe-Woodbury resi-dents and communities. Unfortunately, their tactics worked because the public was fooled, and deceived by someone in whom they put their trust, and who is a member of the Monroe-Woodbury School District.

I am very disappointed in how Jen-nifer Trumper, and others, deceived the public. It’s a shame.

This ordeal was very distressing, but I will continue to commit my time to help parents and students who are fac-ing peer pressure, bullying and humili-ation in this school district. I will fi ght for what is right and will continue to be an advocate for the special needs chil-dren and be a voice for those who are afraid to speak up.

I forgive those who innocently al-

lowed the fear to enter their minds, but as for Jennifer Trumper and those who wished me harm, right now, I leave you in God’s hands. You can lie to the people, but you cannot lie to God be-cause in the end He will be the jury and judge.

I want to thank the voters and ev-eryone who supported and believed in me. I also want to thank the Woodbury Gazette, The Photo News and Times Herald-Record newspapers. Finally, I thank my husband, Jorge, my daughters Chiara and Ariana for their love, sup-port and understanding. I’m so sorry you were dragged into this situation.

I maintain my innocence, and I clear-ly state that I stood alone in this race along with my Lord Jesus, my family, and my true friends and supporters.

Thank you and God Bless. Post election remarks by Clara Munoz-FelicianoHighland Mills

How could you have let this happen?

Dear Mr. Hodges, You sent me a letter several days

prior to the recent budget vote asking for my support to pass it. I’m sure you assumed that as a member of the New York State United Teachers I would do that. You assumed wrong.

As you must be aware, the New York State Comptroller’s offi ce is-sued a press release (a copy of which I’ve included with this letter) dated April 5, 2012 in which it disclosed the fi ndings of its audit of the M-W school district’s fi nances. The audit found M-W CSD in violation of State law for having “increased the tax levy $9.3 million while holding $13.6 mil-lion in surplus” funds over the course of the last three years and failing to fully inform the public. Comptrol-ler DiNapoli went on to recommend that M-W CSD “develop budget pro-jections that ensure that the fund bal-ance designed to cover expenditures is actually used” and that it “create a plan to use the surplus fund balance to benefi t district taxpayers by reduc-ing property taxes.” as well make sure the “budget process and all audited fi nancial statements and reports are available to the public on the district’s

website.” In other words, M-W CSD is guilty

of hoarding taxpayer money and hid-ing it from the public. Why the voters passed this budget is beyond me - ei-ther they were not aware of the facts, are walking in their sleep, or have oil wells in their backyards. But what about you? Instead of standing up to this rogue administration and playing a watchdog role by advocating fi scal transparency, you went along with them! Let me tell you something - at a time when animosity towards unions - and public sector unions in particular - runs high, you blew a golden oppor-tunity to score a major public relations coup. Instead of saying thank you to a generous public and demanding that the district not raise taxes for once (let alone a reduction or a pledge to fi nd ways of cutting some fat) since it had all those millions illegally stashed away, you had the gall to ask for more! It’s only .89% you whimpered. But more is more.

It is a sad day for me to see a NY-SUT union local behave with such na-ked self-interest. Sincerely, Edward Stone, Monroe

Open letter to Ray Hodges, President M-W Teachers Association

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The negative campaigned and that were made by Jennifer Trumper andothers were very demeaning, fabricat-ed and flat out lies. It instilled fear into the minds of the Monroe-Woodbury residents and communities. Unfor-tunately, their tactics worked because the public was fooled, and deceived by someone in whom they put their trust, and who is a member of the Monroe-Woodbury School District.

I am very disappointed in how Jen-nifer Trumper, and others, deceived the public. It’s a shame.

This ordeal was very distressing, but I will continue to commit my time to help parents and students who are facing peer pressure, bullying and hu-miliation in this school district. I will fight for what is right and will continue to be an advocate for the special needs children and be a voice for those who are afraid to speak up.

I forgive those who innocently al-lowed the fear to enter their minds,

but as for Jennifer Trumper and those who wished me harm, right now, I leave you in God’s hands. You can lie to the people, but you cannot lie to God because in the end He will be the jury and judge.

I want to thank the voters and ev-eryone who supported and believed in me. I also want to thank the Woodbury Gazette, The Photo News and Times Herald-Record newspapers. Finally, I thank my husband, Jorge, my daugh-ters Chiara and Ariana for their love, support and understanding. I’m so sorry you were dragged into this situ-ation.

I maintain my innocence, and I clearly state that I stood alone in this race along with my Lord Jesus, my family, and my true friends and sup-porters.

Thank you and God Bless. Post election remarks by Clara Munoz-FelicianoMaria HunterHighland Mills

“I will continue to commit my time to help parents and students”

Scouts Honor Deceased Vets

The rained stopped long enough this Tuesday afternoon so Scouts

deceased veterans’ graves in The Cemetery of the Highlands. Here Cub Scoutmaster Menno Poutsma guides boys though on of the cemetery’s sections. Photo by John Simmons

WWW.WOODBURYGAZETTE.COM May 24, 2012 517th Annual Woodbury Open

Friday, June 8, 2012Falkirk Golf Club

SMITH CLOVE ROAD, CENTRAL VALLEY

Reminder! Don’t put it off another day!Attention All Golfers! You are invited to participate in this important event. Your host is the Woodbury Community Association, a 501-C-3 Organization whose mission is to raise money by means of individual donations, corporate sponsor-ships, fund raising efforts and to redistribute those funds in ways that benefi t the community of Woodbury. The monies raised are used to fund the WCA scholar-ship fund as well as our many community donations throughout the year includ-ing Toys for Tots and the Food pantry.Don’t Golf? Can’t golf that day? What better way to show your support of this worthwhile community event than to participate as an event sponsor. Dozens of community members, and local/regional businesses will be present this day. The opportunity to expose your business to this captured audience will be on hand. DON’T MISS THE CHANCE!

CALL: CHARLIE KNUTH (845) 781-3084Sponsors will receive recognition throughout the event, including: event/loca-

tion signage and an announcement at the award reception. The deadline for all sponsorships is June 1, 2012 to insure we can get signs

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COLLECTOR’S TAX NOTICE

2012 VILLAGE OF WOODBURYTAKE NOTICE, that I Carol Herb, the undersigned Collector of Taxes of the

Village of Woodbury, County of Orange and State of New York, have duly re-ceived the tax roll and warrant for the collection of taxes within the Village of Woodbury for the year 2012-2013, and payments can be made at Town Hall, Route 32, Highland Mills, Monday through Friday 9am – 3pm. There is a secure drop box in the main lobby for payment of tax bills.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that taxes may be paid on or before July 2, 2012 without charge or interest. On all taxes received after such date, there shall be added interest of fi ve percent if paid on or before July 31st, and an additional one percent for each month August, September and October if paid on or before the last date of each month.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that pursuant to the provisions of the law, the tax roll of the Village of Woodbury will be returned to the Orange County Commissioner of Finance on the 1st day of November 2012.

65 or Over or eligible for Veteran’s Exemption or STAR PROGRAM information or if you have assessment concerns/questions: Please call ASSES-SOR’S OFFICE 928-6829 Ext. #4.

RETURN ONLY THE BOTTOM PART OF THE BILL WITH YOUR PAYMENT. KEEP THE TOP SECTION FOR YOUR FILES UNLESS YOU REQUIRE A STAMPED RECEIPT.

Payment of Village 2012 taxes may be made with check or money order pay-able to Woodbury Tax Collector. Please contact Carol Herb if paying with cash. VISA, DISCOVER, and MASTER CARD are also accepted as payment. There is a 2.45% charge paid by the individual to the credit card company for this ser-vice. VISA Debit Card is also accepted at a fee to individual of $3.95.

Credit Card payments may be made at Town Hall or on line at egov.basny.com. Scroll down to Village of Woodbury, insert one item of information, and click credit card payment. Another page will request credit card information. Please contact Carol Herb 845-928-6062 if you have questions.

Town and Village of Woodbury tax bills are available online at egov.basny.ny.

Dated: May 7, 2012. Carol Herb Woodbury Tax Collector

Dig this foursome! Photo by Ben Meyers

fi rst lap, unifi ed in victory and hope. The emotional lap honors the courage of all who have defeated cancer.

The atmosphere was one of camaraderie and celebration for the sur-vivors, honor for those still battling and remembrance of those lost to cancer. This event provided an opportunity for cancer survivors to pass the torch of hope on to those still battling cancer or those that might be touched by cancer in the future.

It is the hope of this year’s committee that Monroe-Woodbury will con-tinue this tradition annually so that “we can all celebrate more birthdays”!

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By Joseph Telesca

The Central Valley Rescue Company on Thursday, May 10th, held a motor vehicle accident extrication training drill for its newer mem-bers. The drill was taught by Woodbury Fire Department Car 4 Keith Foley, who happens to be the Captain of Central Valley Rescue, and Central Valley Rescues Lieutenant Chuckie Edwards Jr.

The drill consisted of donning personal protective equipment; scene size up; proper cribbing techniques to ensure emergency personal, as well as victims, are safe from the vehicle moving or rolling, all four doors being removed; “B” post removal; windshield cutting; and removal and proper side window breaking. The drill also went into advance rescue procedures like dashboard lifts, dashboard rolls, and paddle removal.

All are used when a victim is trapped underneath the dashboard or the victims feet are trapped under the gas and brake paddles. Hurst Jaws of Life, Hurst O-ring cutters, and Hurst Rams were the primary hydraulic tools used during this drill.

This drill would not have been possible without the generous do-nation made by Colleen Pearce of Jay’s Deli. She donated her “Deli Fox” vehicle, and our fi re company would like to send our deepest thanks for all her support.

A person who donates a vehicle gets a tax write off, a letter of thanks from our company, and the reassurance that they donated to a great cause that helps keep our members up-to-date with the latest training needed to protect our community and neighbors in the event of an emergency.

Caregiver Spring Renewal on June 18Retreat is free for family caregivers The Alzheimer’s Association and Caregiver Resource Center are co-hosting a Caregiver Spring Renewal on June 18, 2012, from 12:00-3:30 p.m. at the Frost Valley YMCA (2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville, NY). The retreat is free for family caregivers assisting a loved one who is ill, aging, or coping with Alzheim-er’s or a related dementia. The event features a picnic lunch and several activi-ties that encourage relaxation and fun for the caregivers. Respite services will also be available on-site. Registration by June 4 is required. Please call the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900 to register or for more information.

Keller Williams Realty’s Annual Yard SaleThis year to benefit The Highland Mills Food Pantry

Keller Williams Realty is having their annual yard sale, and there will be items for everyone! This year to benefi t The Highland Mills United Methodist Church’s Food Pantry, we are asking for can food donations, especially spaghetti sauce.Location: 522 Route 32, Highland Mills, NYDate: Saturday 6/2 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Please call Nanette Rann with any questions: 914-584-6552.

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Highland Mills - This spring Joanne Giannone called and asked whether the Woodbury Gazette would have an interest in visiting “one of the best kept secrets in Woodbury.” I told her that I’ve lived in Highland Mills for over thirty years and have never had an occasion to visit that area.

“Why not?” I thought. Joanne said that I would be pleasantly surprised by the nice homes.

After scheduling a day to meet with her, I showed up at the offi ce not really knowing what to expect. I was greeted by Joanne, Moses Braver, co-owner, and Georgine Zlock. We sat down, and Georgine, who is original from Jersey City, told me that she was asked to explain how it was that she bought her home here two years ago. Her sister, who lives in Monroe, had urged Georgine to move closer to her and to her daughter, a homeowner in Mountainville. Plagued with arthri-tis, Mrs. Zlock needed a one fl oor home, so when she found Lakeside advertised ad single fl oor dwellings on their website, she said that she had no idea where it was located.

After getting directions, she drove through the park about three times and said to herself, “I would love to live here.” A doublewide home was available, and she could not believe the space. Georgine loves to cook, and when she saw the size of the kitchen that was “so big with an island,” that settled her mind. Her home has two bedrooms and baths.

“It is very quiet here with deer browsing nearby. Neighbors are very friendly and helpful… we often have barbeques for the residents in the summer, and there is lots of area between homes to play with plants and gardens.” Georgine could hardly believe that pa-perwork took only two days including insurance and an extended warranty for seven years for appliances. The closing took place within a week. “These homes are not just for retirees,” she exclaimed. “And rent is money just thrown to the wind!” She continued, “In Bergen County, you must put down bonds in order to belong to a swim club…that’s extremely expensive!” We have beautiful parks that include the Reservoir with its recreation area and the “Pond.”

Joanne continued with how the park has new wa-ter and sewer lines; the bus to NYC is within walking distance and the trip is only $16 a day. There is Jay’s

Deli and Market for food shopping, along with other nice restaurants that are all very close. Both Joanne and Georgine mentioned Woodbury Common at the same time.

Mr. Braver said that an average house in Woodbury costs about $350,000, while these homes cost between $110,000 and $130,000 to own. The lots are rented and rental includes taxes, trash removal, and snow plowing. The building code calls for 2” by 6” exterior walls and the homes must stand up to 200 mph winds. Because these are STAR energy effi cient, owners receive mort-gage tax credit. For a $115,000 home, the mortgage is about $900 per month, and the lot rent is about $650 a month. Braver added that in order to install and sell these homes, one must have a state license and take continuing education courses every two years.

We next took a tour of some homes in the area. I was surprised at how much space was in them. Bill and Joan Rankin’s home was customized with a sunken kitchen, nice dining room, new hardwood fl oors installed by their son, and a large screen enclosed porch. They also have three bedrooms and two full baths. Georgine add-ed that window drapes and appliances come with the home, so you can move right into them.

After this meeting and tour, I was very impressed with the homes and community that is Lakeside Park.

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You thought your kitchen was roomy? This one gives the homemaker plenty of cooking area.

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By Benjamin Meyers

Central Valley - The 100th anniversary celebration of the Gatehouse Historic Site took place Sunday with a special tribute to F.F. Procter and the 1142-acre estate he built in 1912 which he called, “PROCTORIA - LAND OF THE SKIES.” All that remains to-day is the Gatehouse in Central Val-ley. Dorothy Helbing Morris, Chair of the Woodbury Historical Society’s Gatehouse Committee, gave a special presentation during the Open House. It centered about the life of Procter and the history of Proctoria. She also talked about the special “Lantern” project. This is a plan to replace a beautiful light that originally hung outside the Gatehouse during its early days. Replacement of the light will be the highlight to specially mark the year-long Gatehouse centennial.

Morris’s talks never disappoint anyone, and Sunday’s was no differ-ent. One lady commented that she has a memory like a bear trap. She an-swered questions from quite a few at-tendees. Toward the end of the Q&A, Mrs. Cecile Doyle and her daughter Allison who arrived late offered more

information about the Barnes Lake area. Originally from the area, Cecile resided in New Jersey for many years and taught is schools before moving back to Monroe. She said that it was her father Alfred Vetter who built the little red cabin that can still be seen by Barnes Lake on Route 293. Vetter used the “cabin” from an old ship that may date to the early 1800s to support the rest of his structure. Vetter was originally from St Luis Obispo, Cali-fornia where he grew up on a ranch. He then worked with horses in Can-ada before joining the US Army after World War I began. Mrs. Doyle told Mrs. Morris that she also remembered trucks fi ll with German prisoners of war being transported past her home during WWII.

When you attend the Gate House events, you will always learn new and interesting facts and experiences from people who are native to our area.

The Gatehouse is located at 224 Smith Clove Road in Central Valley, next to the Falkirk Golf Club. For more information, call (845) 928-6378 or go to www.woodburyhistori-calsociety.org.

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WWW.WOODBURYGAZETTE.COM May 24, 2012 9Greater Hudson Bank Opens Monroe BranchHighland Mills Resident Steve Bakst is proud Board MemberBank offi cials and dignitaries from around Orange County converged last Friday at Greater Hudson Bank’s now location in Monroe – right next to Curves and Dunkin Donuts. Ed Diana congratulated the banks’ management for their continued growth in Orange County. Monroe Village Mayor, Jim Purcell likewise echoed Diana’s sentiment and expressed his view that Monroe will be the perfect location for this growing bank. The ribbon cutting ceremony of-fi cially opened the bank for business. Refreshments were served after the ceremony.

“We are proud to consider ourselves champions of local businesses and families,” says Kenneth Torsoe, chairman of the board of directors of Greater Hudson Bank. “We live in and understand the Hudson Valley communities that we serve—and we are dedicated to going the extra mile for our customers.”

Job Creation and Community Involvement - In addition to helping the Hudson Val-ley prosper by providing loans, Greater Hudson Bank has been able to create more than 25 new jobs during the past three years. Based on the Bank’s continued growth plans,

it expects to create additional jobs this year. The Bank currently employs 42, growing from just 16 employees in 2008. These employees, along with the bank’s management, are dedicated to giving back to the local community by volunteering and contributing to charitable organizations. Many of the Bank’s employees are involved with and sit on the Boards of various not-for-profi t entities located in the Hudson Valley.

Highlights of their community efforts this past year include Greater Hudson Bank’s third annual Block Party, which raised funds for the Warwick Valley Humane Society and Guiding Eyes for the Blind. In addition, bank employees participated in the Heart Association Walk, the Fight Against Breast Cancer Walk, and United Way events. The Bank also raised funds for the H.O.P.E for Youth Foundation and made donations to the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan County, the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation, the Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation, St. Anthony’s Hospital, Gateway to Entrepreneurial Tomorrows (G.E.T), and many other worthy local organizations.

In acknowledgement of his long history of community support, Kenneth Torsoe was honored by the Hudson Valley Boy Scouts with the 2011 Rockland County Distinguished Citizen Award. His chairmanship of Greater Hudson follows a long and distinguished po-sition on the board of directors at Union State Bank. Mr. Torsoe’s prominence in banking evolved from his 50 years in the construction industry, where he shaped the Hudson Valley region by building hundreds of homes, including the Normandy Village Apartment com-plex. In 2008, following his tenure at Union State Bank, Mr. Torsoe led an investor group that acquired Community Bank of Orange, N.A., and shortly thereafter changed the Bank’s name to Greater Hudson Bank, N.A. Mr. Torsoe’s commitment to the Hudson Valley and its communities fueled his desire to create a strong locally based community bank.

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Central Valley United Methodist Church12 Smith Clove Road, Central Valley, NY 10917www.centralvalleyunitedmethodistchurch.comPhone/fax: 845-928-6570Pastor: Reverend Jessica L. Anschutz

All 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 for all ages.Come join us as we do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God!

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 Resling

Worship: Sundays @ 9:15 amSunday School @ 9:15 amMen’s Bible Study: Saturdays @ 8:30-9:30 am

Monroe Temple of Liberal Judaism314 N. Main St., Monroe, NYTelephone: (845) 783-2626 Rabbi Garry Loeb; Cantor Elana Schwartz

Worship ScheduleFirst Friday: an eclectic, intergenerational Shabbat experience for young families, singles, couples, and empty nesters. 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 ac-tivities. 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 specifi ed), including Saturdays on which there is no Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Tot Shabbat Service: 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 am.

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Mass ScheduleSaturday Vigil: 5:30 pmSpanish Mass: 7:00 pmSunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am & 12:00 pmWeekdays: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 amHoly Days - See Bulletin

Annual Women’s Conference - Grace Community Church

Dr. Lori Salierno on God takes us through amazing journeys – June2nd Grace Community Church is super excited to present the 2012 Women’s Conference on Satur-day, June 2nd, at Anthony’s Pier 9 of Newburgh, at 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. This Year’s Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Lori Salierno on God takes us through amazing journeys. Sometimes life is exhila-rating AND sometimes excruciating. Whether navigating the mountain OR the valley, we can TRUST He is always walking us through the terrain. Don’t miss this year’s Grace Community Women’s Conference! Lori will share with us how God walked her through the deepest valley of her life as she continued to trust Him. NEWLY EXTENDED EARLY REGISTRATION DATE! Early registration is April 9th through May 18th - $35.00 per ticket. Registration after May 18th - $40.00 per ticket Ticket includes conference, breakfast, lunch, and dessert buffet. Register online at HYPERLINK “http://www.graceoc.com/womens-conference” http://www.graceoc.com/wo-mens-conference.

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Multitude of praises along with the fatigue of bat-tle! Our little school is now in a groove and running smoothly, even Alba is taking the classes. Classes for our children are daily and the mountain school is three days a week with Jr. teaching all day on Saturdays. Our extremely high electric has mostly been paid. The current balance of $650 is down from $3200. A Honduran business man helped pay our bills this month and what a blessing. Several ministering Saints have listened to the Holy Spirit this year and taken care of many a burden. Some-times before we even know the need! One example from this week; we had to rush Omar our young-est new child to the emergency on-call doctor. He was having a hard time breathing and was turning very blue, and he then went limp. It took an in-jection and six sets of breathing treatments to get him right again. And now needs daily treatments on a nebulizer. And the day before this happened a

ministering saint provided a few extra funds to an otherwise empty bank account... Living by faith can be unnerving for many, but it is the only way to fully understand the hand of God. Take no thought for your life... Luke 12:22-34. Reading the Bible is good, but living the Bible is better...

The kia began leaking oil last week, it broke a suspension bolt, and I put our last two tires on it which came from the USA in a container last year. But I received a call from a ministering saint offer-ing $10,000 toward the purchase of a new vehicle. Now we need to raise the rest. AMEN! A minimum requirement vehicle that does all that we need it would be another new kia, and they are $20,000 now. It is a great all around work truck that we haul many people and things. But as the ministry grows a small 25 passenger diesel mini-bus with 4 or 6 cylinders may become more needful. They are 2x the cost. So if anyone wants to help us replace a very worn and over used ministry kia that has helped us build several churches in the mountains, please pray about helping.

Ana Cristina has already had a promise of $2000 by the ORH ministry toward her heart surgery She needs $9000 more. Please keep this in prayer as well. The last time I did this it took over 1000 phone calls looking for some way to help her. I called near every hospital that would even consider heart surgery on a baby and all kinds of organiza-tions that help in this way all said, “no, too risky too expensive, too late”. But thankfully the LORD

guided us to Dr Casteneda and opened the door to save her life. This time we already know the “how” in helping her. We just need the funds to do it.

Pray for our churches here, it is always hard. One of our ladies who attends church somewhat of a regular basis came to me privately crying. I knew she had been carrying a heavy burden for months but never knew what it was. She has been looking for work to feed her family for a long time. She is raising two children alone and caring for an elderly father, and she cannot read or write. She has been leaving at 4 am every morning to work in the cane fi elds, or so everyone thinks... But they will not hire her because she is not big or strong enough. So she has been selling herself to the workers in order to feed her family. It would kill her elderly father if he knew how he was eating (who also comes to church). We have been helping her look for work and sending extra food to her. I would even con-sider hiring her to help Lisa but our funds are al-ready very strained. Not sure what the solution is, but one more thing for prayer. Life in Honduras is raw and real.

Need much prayer as always. Please help us in lifting these before the throne of Grace. And if the Holy Spirit speaks to you please answer. Thank you to all our faithful ministering Saints who have helped so much over the years. May the LORD bless you many times more than you have blessed us.

Unworthy servant to a worthy Saviour,Barry Ritchie

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By David Holzel - The Jewish Angle

Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend and a chance to get the year’s fi rst sunburn. Here’s a handy 10-pack of facts to give the holiday some perspective:

1. It started with the Civil War.Memorial Day was a response to the unprecedented carnage of the Civil War, in which some 620,000 soldiers on both sides died. The loss of life and its effect on communities throughout the North and South led to spontaneous commemora-tions of the dead:

In 1864, women from Boalsburg, Pennsylvania, put fl owers on the graves of their dead from the just-fought Battle of Gettysburg. The next year, a group of women decorated the graves of soldiers buried in a Vicksburg, Mississippi, cemetery. In April 1866, women from Columbus, Mississippi, laid fl owers on the graves of both Union and Confederate soldiers. It was recognized at the time as an act of healing sectional wounds. In the same month, up in Carbondale, Illinois, 219 Civil War veterans marched through town in memory of the fallen to Woodlawn Cemetery, where Union hero Major General John A. Logan delivered the principal address. The ceremony gave Carbondale its claim to the fi rst organized community-wide Memorial Day observance.Waterloo, New York, began holding an annual community service on May 5, 1866. Although many towns claimed the title, it was Waterloo that won congressional recognition as the “birthplace of Memorial Day.”

2. General Logan made it offi cial.Gen. Logan, the speaker at the Carbondale gathering, also was commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, an organization of Union veterans. On May 5, 1868, he issued General Orders No. 11, which set aside May 30, 1868, “for the purpose of strewing with fl owers, or otherwise decorating the graves of com-rades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion….”

The orders expressed hope that the observance would be “kept up from year to year while a survivor of the war remains to honor the memory of his departed comrades.”

3. It was fi rst known as Decoration Day.From the practice of decorating graves with fl owers, wreaths, and fl ags, the

holiday was long known as Decoration Day. The name Memorial Day goes back to 1882, but the older name didn’t disappear until after World War II. Federal law declared “Memorial Day” the offi cial name in 1967.

4. The holiday is a franchise.Calling Memorial Day a “national holiday” is a bit of a misnomer. While there are 11 “federal holidays” created by Congress—including Memorial Day—they apply only to Federal employees and the District of Columbia. Federal Memorial Day, estab-lished in 1888, allowed Civil War veterans, many of whom were drawing a govern-ment paycheck, to honor their fallen comrades without being docked a day’s pay.

For the rest of us, our holidays were enacted state by state. New York was the fi rst state to designate Memorial Day a legal holiday, in 1873. Most Northern states had followed suit by the 1890s. The states of the former Confederacy were unenthusi-astic about a holiday memorializing those who, in General Logan’s words, “united to suppress the late rebellion.” The South didn’t adopt the May 30 Memorial Day until after World War I, by which time its purpose had been broadened to include those who died in all the country’s wars. In 1971, the Monday Holiday Law shifted Memorial Day from May 30, to the last Monday of the month.

5. It was James Garfi eld’s fi nest hour—or maybe hour-and-a-half.On May 30, 1868, President Ulysses S. Grant presided over the fi rst Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery—which, until 1864, was Confed-erate General Robert E. Lee’s plantation.

Some 5,000 people attended on a spring day which, The New York Times re-ported, was “somewhat too warm for comfort.” The principal speaker was James A. Garfi eld, a Civil War general, a Republican congressman from Ohio, and a future president.

“I am oppressed with a sense of the impropriety of uttering words on this oc-casion,” Garfi eld began. “If silence is ever golden, it must be beside the graves of fi fteen-thousand men, whose lives were more signifi cant than speech, and whose death was a poem the music of which can never be sung.” It went on like that for pages and pages. As the songs, speeches and sermons ended, the participants helped to decorate the graves of the Union and Confederate soldiers buried in the cemetery.

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media scrutiny these days.“Here rests in honored glory an American soldier known but to God.” That is the inscription on the Tomb of the Unknowns, established at Arlington National Cemetery to inter the remains of the fi rst Unknown Soldier, a World War I fi ght-er, on Nov. 11, 1921. Unknown soldiers from World War II and the Korean War subsequently were interred in the tomb on Memorial Day 1958.

An emotional President Ronald Reagan presided over the interment of six bones, the remains of an unidentifi ed Vietnam War soldier, on Nov. 28, 1984. Fourteen years later, those remains were disinterred, no longer unknown. Spurred by an investigation by CBS News, the defense department removed the remains from the Tomb of the Unknowns for DNA testing.

The once-unknown fi ghter was Air Force pilot Lieutenant Michael Joseph Blassie, whose jet crashed in South Vietnam in 1972. “The CBS investigation suggested that the military review board that had changed the designation on Lt. Blassie’s remains to ‘unknown’ did so under pressure from veterans’ groups to honor a casualty from the Vietnam War,” The New York Times reported in 1998. Lt. Blassie was reburied near his hometown of St. Louis. His crypt at Arlington remains permanently empty.

7. Vietnam vets go whole hog.On Memorial Day weekend in 1988, 2,500 motorcyclists rode into Washington, D.C., for the fi rst Rolling Thunder rally to draw attention to Vietnam War soldiers still missing in action or prisoners of war. By 2002, the numbers had swelled to 300,000 bikers, many of them veterans. There may have been a half-million partici-pants in 2005 in what organizers bluntly call “a demonstration—not a parade.”

A national veterans rights group, Rolling Thunder takes its name from the B-52 carpet-bombing runs during the war in Vietnam. Rolling Thunder XXIII (and you thought only Super Bowls and Rocky movies used Roman numerals) took place today.

8. Memorial Day has its customs.General Orders No. 11 stated that “in this observance no form of ceremony is prescribed,” but over time several customs and symbols became associated with the holiday.

It is customary on Memorial Day to fl y the fl ag at half-staff until noon and then raise it to the top of the staff until sunset.

Taps, the 24-note bugle call, is played at all military funerals and memorial ser-vices. It originated in 1862 when Union General Dan Butterfi eld “grew tired of the ‘lights out’ call sounded at the end of each day,” according to The Washington Post. Together with the brigade bugler, Butterfi eld made some changes to the tune.

Not long after, the melody was used at a burial for the fi rst time, when a battery commander ordered it played in lieu of the customary three rifl e volleys over the grave. The battery was so close to enemy lines that the commander was worried the shots would spark renewed fi ghting.

The World War I poem “In Flanders Fields,” by John McCrea, inspired the Me-morial Day custom of wearing red artifi cial poppies. In 1915, a Georgia teacher and volunteer war worker named Moina Michael began a campaign to make the poppy a symbol of tribute to veterans and for “keeping the faith with all who died.”

9. There is still a gray Memorial Day.Several Southern states continue to set aside a day for honoring the Confeder-ate dead, which is usually called Confederate Memorial Day: Alabama, fourth Monday in April; Georgia, April 26; Louisiana, June 3; Mississippi, last Monday in April; North Carolina, May 10; South Carolina, May 10; Tennessee (Confed-erate Decoration Day), June 3; Texas (Confederate Heroes Day), January 19; Virginia, last Monday in May.

10. Each Memorial Day is a little different.There is no question that Memorial Day is a solemn event. Still, don’t feel too guilty about doing something frivolous, like having barbecue, over the weekend. After all, you weren’t the one who instituted the Indianapolis 500 on May 30, 1911. That credit goes to Indianapolis businessman Carl Fisher. The winning driver that day was Ray Harroun, who averaged 74.6 mph and completed the race in 6 hours and 42 minutes.

Gravitas returned on May 30, 1922, when the Lincoln Memorial was dedi-cated. Supreme Court chief justice (and former president) William Howard Taft dedicated the monument before a crowd of 50,000 people, segregated by race, and which included a row of Union and Confederate veterans. Also attending was Lincoln’s surviving son, Robert Todd Lincoln.

In 2000, Congress established a National Moment of Remembrance, which asks Americans to pause for one minute at 3p.m. in an act of national unity. The time was chosen because 3p.m. “is the time when most Americans are enjoying their freedoms on the national holiday.”

David Holzel is a freelance writer. He edits The Jewish Angle. This article originally appeared in 2008.

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“There are a surprising number of people in our area who own a sizable amount of wooded property and come to discover this land needs care and attention, as any other real estate would,” commented Rosemarie Baglia, Resource Educa-tor with Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County. “Understanding your particular woodlot, discerning what kind of care it needs and the marketing op-portunity it presents is all part of the science of silviculture.”

On June 1, NYS Extension Forester Peter Smallidge will join Baglia at a woodlot site in Slate Hill, New York, to present an on-site workshop addressing these topics and more. Small-Scale Sugarbush and Woodlot Management: Tree Assessment and Low Impact Harvesting is the name of the event, which is de-signed specifi cally for owners of wooded land of 1 or more acres.

“Many woodlot owners want or need to be more active in promoting good growth of trees, reducing crowding of stems, and collecting logs or fi rewood from their property,” said Baglia. “On many properties, there are too few acres or too few trees to attract a commercial-scale operation. In other cases, the owner just wants to be more closely involved in the selection, felling, and moving of the wood. Before woodland owners undertake these tasks, they need special skills to remain safe and to ensure they accomplish their goals.”

The workshop emphasizes three subjects: safety, silviculture, and technique. Participants will learn how to inspect equipment and tools, utilize safe practices, understand basic silvicultural principles, and make appropriate tree selection choices for multiple ownership objectives (such as sugaring and lumber). Also, participants will observe directional felling using a felling plan and observe the use of an ATV and arch for moving saw logs and fi rewood.

This workshop will look, too, at the protective gear necessary for safe chain-saw operation and how to inspect tools and equipment for wear. Anyone in-volved in forest management should at least be familiar with chainsaw operation and safety.

The course is designed for novice to intermediate woodland owners and any-one interested in learning about and discussing sustainable woodland practices. Participants should dress for the weather and be prepared for walking on mod-erately rough ground. Participants are encouraged to bring a hard hat, clipboard, and pencil.

Woodlot Management will take place Friday, June 1, 2012 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. in Slate Hill, NY. Cost is $25 per person. Pre-registration and payment is re-quired by May 31, 2012. Registration is limited to the fi rst 30 people. To register and for directions, call 845-344-1234 or email cah94@cornell.edu

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This year’s Grand Marshal, Kenneth R. Smith, enlisted into the United States Army December 13th 1967. He trained at Fort Dix, New Jersey, and received specialized light weapon training at Fort Lewis, in Wash-ington, earning the Expert Rifl e award. During USS Pueblo Crisis of January 1968, Kenneth’s unit was at the readiness on the Korea penin-sula remaining in an alert status thwarting North Korea’s further aggres-sion. Specialist Smith was awarded the Korea Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal for his service in Korea.

Upon leaving Military Service, Ken and his wife Susan moved to High-land Mills, where they have resided for twenty-six years. Ken continues to serve his nation and the Woodbury Community as a 22-year member of the American Legion, serving as the Treasurer and Adjutant of Wood-bury Post 779 and serving as the Post’s Scouting Representative. Ken is also a founding sponsor of Woodbury Boy Scouts of America Venture Crew (co-ed program). For over a decade, he volunteered in support of the Monroe-Woodbury Little League and continues as an active member of the Woodbury Community Association.

Now retired, Ken Smith works part-time as security at Earl Reservoir Park. He and his wife, Susan, of thirty-two years are the parents of two children, Allan, a recent graduate of Siena College, and Brian, a student at SUNY Plattsburgh.

The parade includes Veterans, Marching Bands, Color Guards, Civic Organizations, Classic Cars, and much more!

Refreshments that are compliments of the Woodbury Community As-sociation will be served to all marchers at the end of the parade and cere-monies in the parking lot next to the Highland Mills Methodist Church.

Portions of Route 32 in Woodbury along the Parade route will be closed during the duration of the parade. Travelers should plan for detours.

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Laura Bakst Receives Prestigious Place at Fulbright Summer Institute to the UK“Excited to study at King’s College and forge new friendships”

Woodbury native and Cornell Uni-versity student, Laura Bakst, has been selected for a place on a Ful-bright Summer Institute to study at King’s College London on one of the most prestigious and selective summer scholarship programs oper-ating world-wide.

Created by treaty in 1948, the US-UK Fulbright Commission is the only bi-lateral, transatlantic scholar-ship program, offering awards and summer programs for study or re-search in any fi eld, at any accredited US or UK University. The Commis-sion is part of the Fulbright program conceived by Senator J. William Fulbright in the aftermath of World War II to promote leadership, learn-ing, and empathy between nations through educational exchange. Award recipients and summer pro-gram participants will be the future leaders for tomorrow and support the “special relationship” between the US and UK.

As a participant, Laura has been selected from a strong applicant pool to experience the UK on a 3 week summer institute. The immer-sive cultural and academic program centered on the theme of the London 2012 Olympics Games will allow Laura the opportunity to study at King’s College and experience Eng-land with fi ve other Fulbright King’s College London Summer Institute participants.

Laura is from Highland Mills, NY, and is a graduate of Monroe-Woodbury High School and the New Vision program. She is a rising sophomore at Cornell University, majoring in Industrial and Labor Relations with intended minors in Business and Law and Society, and aspires to attend law school and pur-

sue a legal and political career. She is the Secretary-Treasurer of the ILR Student Government, a member of the executive board of the Peer Review Board, and is involved with several ambassadorial and mentor-ing programs at Cornell. At home she maintains a column in the The Woodbury Gazette, volunteers with the developmentally disabled, and lifeguards.

Commenting on receiving the place, Laura said, “I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to par-ticipate in the Fulbright Institute this summer. I am looking forward to ex-periencing the Olympics and learn-ing more about the culture of both England and the multitude of coun-tries that will be there participating in the games. I am also excited to study at King’s College and forge new friendships with my fellow par-ticipants and classmates.”

The Commission selects partici-pants through a rigorous application

and interview process. In making these awards, the Commission looks not only for academic excellence but a focused application, a range of extracurricular and community activities, demonstrated ambassado-rial skills, a desire to further the Ful-bright Program, and a plan to give back to the recipient’s home country upon returning.

Fulbright Summer Programs cover all participant costs. In addition, Ful-bright summer participants receive a distinctive support and cultural education program including visa processing, a comprehensive pre-departure orientation, enrichment opportunities in country, a re-entry session, and opportunity to join our alumni networks.

Each year, the Commission sup-ports around 50 UK and US un-dergraduate students to undertake demanding academic and cultural summer programs at leading institu-tions in the US and UK respectively. Nearly 300,000 extraordinary wom-en and men from all over the world have had their lives changed as participants in the global Fulbright Program. Of these alumni, approxi-mately 15,000 UK nationals have studied in the US and nearly 12,000 US nationals in the UK on our edu-cational exchange programs.

Notable alumni of the US-UK Commission include Malcolm Brad-bury, novelist; Liam Byrne, politi-cian; Milton Friedman, economist and Nobel Prize Winner in 1976; Charles Kennedy, politician; John Lithgow, actor; Tarik O’Regan, com-poser; Sylvia Plath, poet; Lord Wil-liam Wallace, politician; Ian Rankin, novelist; Sir Christopher Rose QC, judge; Baroness (Shirley) Williams, politician; Vanessa Heaney, journal-

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The Commission is funded partial-ly by the Department of Business, Innovation, and Skills in the US De-partment of State, with additional support coming from a variety of in-dividual and institutional partners.

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By Laura Bakst

In about fi ve weeks, Monroe Woodbury High School’s class of 2012 will be moving their tassels as they cross the stage and receive their diplomas. With May 1st, or the deadline for matriculation at most colleges, long behind us, many seniors are eagerly anticipating their fi nally so-lidifi ed plans for freshman year. Of course, with this ex-citement inevitably come apprehensions about acclimat-ing to such a new environment. Luckily, many of these common concerns can easily be alleviated early on in the semester.

After all the fun orientation events conclude and classes begin it is easy to become intimidated by the new freedom in balancing academ-ic, social, and extracurricular engagements. One of the biggest issues freshmen face is the fact that they do not yet know anyone. However, the beginning of fi rst semester is one of the easiest times to make friends since everyone is in the same boat. So to you new freshmen, sit down at a random table in the dining hall or turn to your neighbor in class and just say hi!

Additionally, students often become close with those who live in their dorm building, so try to get to know fl oor-mates as soon as possible. I would highly recommend keeping your dorm room door open for the fi rst couple weeks of classes and spending time in the fl oor’s communal lounge. This does not mean that you and your roommate need to be best friends. Some people just do not mesh well, and there are tons of other people in the building to befriend. As long as you are present and not hidden away in a room or constantly going home on the weekends, you will get to know your peers in no time.

Another great way to make friends is by getting involved in activities you are passionate about. Many colleges have hundreds of clubs and though joining might seem overwhelming, attending club fest, talking to current members and signing up for list-serves (group email lists) are all a great way to start. Go to

the fi rst couple of meetings and stick with the activities you enjoy and do not be afraid to leave or explore others. Getting involved has countless benefi ts, such as serving as an opportunity to meeting new people with similar interests- many of whom are older and can serve as a valuable resource- participating in activities you enjoy, and serving as a distraction from daily stressors.

Finally, college academics are a daunting subject. With some class enrollments exceeding the hundreds and a lack of experience with college level expecta-tions, seniors often have many questions regarding what to anticipate. Firstly, be prepared. Walk your schedule before the fi rst day of class, and come ready with writing materials. Additionally, read the syllabus. Unlike high school where teachers announce homework in class, many professors distribute a syllabus on the fi rst day of class with the entire semester’s reading, quizzes, and homework assignments, and never speak of them again. Do not rely on the professor to re-mind you of due dates, because they likely will not.

However, professors are usually extremely helpful if you approach them. It is unrealistic for them to be able to get to know each student, but if after doing the readings and going to class you are confused, defi nitely utilize offi ce hours. If you make the effort, professors will be happy to sit down and help you individu-ally, plus having a good relationship with them may be benefi cial when it comes time for grading or letters of recommendation.

In short, seniors, utilize all opportunities you can during your fi rst semester. By participating in classes, clubs, and dorm activities and staying on top of all responsibilities, you will quickly fi nd yourself happy and successful. Congratu-lations class of 2012 and best of luck!

Laura Bakst is a 2011 Monroe Woodbury High School graduate and a rising sophomore at Cornell University. She is studying Industrial and Labor Relations with a minor in Law and Society. This summer she will be interning at Greater Hudson Bank, life guarding, and studying at King’s College London as a participant on a Fulbright Summer Institute.

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Dylan Da Silva graduates Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film - thesis was a documentary “Where Were You?” Dylan Da Silva graduated from the School of Visual Arts with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film on Thursday, May 10, 2012. His senior thesis is a documentary, titled “Where Were You?” about his late father’s music career in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. “Where Were You?” is the song title of one of his fa-ther’s published songs he wrote at that time. Andrew Da Silva graduated on Thursday May 17th with his Masters in Social Work from the Silver School of Social Work at New York Uni-versity. He will be practicing psychotherapy as a Clinical So-cial Worker as he did in his internship this past year.

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Thursday, May 24, 2012HS Senior PromAnthony’s Pier 9, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PMPine Tree Nutrition DayMS BLC3:30 PMPT BLC8:15 AM

Friday, May 25, 2012School Closed

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Tuesday, May 29, 2012HS Music Awards & Concert with Wind Ensemble/Voice Ensemble/Chamber Orchestra7:00 PM

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Thursday, May 31, 2012HS Academic Awards Assembly6:30 PMCV Grade 4 Concert7:00 PM, Central ValleyNM Grade 5 Concert7:00 PM, Middle School

Friday, Jun 1, 2012Family Swim7:30 PM - 9:45 PM, Middle SchoolHS Fashion Show7:00 PM

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Sunday, Jun 3, 2012Family Swim1:00 PM - 3:45 PM, Middle School

Monday, Jun 4, 2012MS Concert Gr 6 Red/Green Band/Orch/Chorus7:30 PMHS All Night Grad Party MeetingRm 130, 7:00 PM

Tuesday, Jun 5, 2012Family Swim7:30 PM - 9:45 PM, Middle SchoolHS Scholar Athlete Awards Dinner-LOCATION CHANGEDThe Athletic Awards Night has been moved from Falkirk Country Club to the High School Auditorium on Tues-day, June 5th at 6:00.6:00 PM, High SchoolMS Spring Sports Awards6:30 PMPT Jump Rope for Heart (2nd/3rd Grades)8:00 AM - 9:00 AMPT Grade 4 Concert7:00 PMHigh School

Wednesday, Jun 6, 2012BOE - Regular Board Meeting6:00 PM, High SchoolMS PTA Breakfast9:30 AM

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Thursday, Jun 7, 2012NM Field DayPT Grade 5 PicnicPT Young Author’s Celebration6:00 PM - 8:00 PMSC Multicultural Dinner5:00 PM - 7:00 PMSenior Art Major Family Celebration6:30 PMMS Concert Gr 6 Blue/YellowBlue/Yellow Band/Orch/Chorus/Select Chorus, 7:30 PMSC PTA9:30 AM

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