The minutes for the September and October 2018 meetings of the Dresden Town Board, were recently approved and have been posted on the town’s website.
School District Proposes $18.5 Million in Spending: December 11th Vote Scheduled
The Whitehall School District, which Huletts Landing is part of, is proposing an $18.5 million school upgrade project with most of the money coming from tax dollars held in the District’s capital reserve fund and new taxes which they anticipate, but cannot guarantee, will be reimbursed by the state of New York.
The $18.5 million project will be put in front of voters in a special referendum on December 11, 2018 in two bond propositions.
Bond Proposition # 1 will ask voters to approve $16,592,061 in total costs to construct alterations and improvements to all district buildings and the sites thereof. Included are replacements of roofs, fire alarm enhancements, new boilers and HVAC systems, window replacements, high school science rooms, relocation of the elementary school office and a new high school bleacher system and outdoor track. Bond Proposition # 1 will authorize spending $4,838,921 that the district holds in a capital reserve fund from taxes that have been placed in the fund since 2014. It will further authorize a tax of $11,753,140 and the issuance of bonds to be paid by the district in case the state does not reimburse this amount.
Because of Whitehall’s economic status the district is eligible for 78.2 % of every dollar that is spent on this project to be reimbursed by the state of New York. This reimbursement is not technically guaranteed and that is why voters are voting to tax and issue bonds for any amounts above what is held in the district’s capital reserve fund. State aid can fluctuate or change.
Bond Proposition # 2 will ask voters to approve an additional $1,908,449 in taxes and the issuance of bonds in the event Proposition # 1 is approved.
The total cost of the project is expected to be: $18,500,510.
Between both bond propositions, voters are being asked to approve spending the $4,838,921 that the district holds in its capital reserve fund and a total of $13,661,589 in new taxes.
C-130 Flight Down Lake George
A fun video taken from the cockpit of a C-130 flight down Lake George in August 2018. The video starts from the north coming in over Lake Champlain and Fort Ticonderoga and continues on a southerly path down Lake George.
Ten Years Old
Well, here it is – another November 9th. Today is the day I celebrate the “birthday” of the Huletts Current. It’s now been exactly ten years since my first post in 2008. This year, I have not been able to devote as much time as would like to updating the site but I will announce that over the next couple of months, an overall update in the design of the site will occur. It’s time for a fresher / cleaner look. The content will still be easy to read and all of the historic posts will still be there, but it’s time for a change.
The one comment I consistently get, is why isn’t there more news? Well I don’t make the stuff up, I have to rely on all of you to pass things along. So if you have some news, please let me know.
So as is my custom, here are the most read posts from the past year.
1.) Pictures from the 2017 Huletts Christmas Party
2.) Pictures from the 2017 Dresden Christmas Party
3.) An Aerial View on ‘Black Friday’
4.) New LGLC Leeming Jelliffe Preserve Opens in Huletts Landing
5.) President Trump Visits Fort Drum
6.) Star Trek Original Series Set Tour in Ticonderoga is Unbelievable
7.) Pictures from the Master’s Golf Championship
8.) Postal Service Renews Huletts Post Office Lease
9.) Dresden Final Election Results
10.) 2018 Columbus Weekend ‘Halloween’ Parade
So thanks again for reading and now onto year eleven!!
Dresden Town Hall Painted
Many thanks to Town Supervisor, Paul Ferguson, who has been painting the Dresden Town Hall. Here is a picture of how the front entrance looks tonight. (Click image to see larger view.)
2018 Columbus Weekend ‘Halloween’ Parade
Children assemble near the Huletts Post Office before the start of the 2018 Halloween parade.
The annual tradition of celebrating Halloween over the Columbus Day weekend continued in Huletts on Saturday, October 6th. Assembling near the Post Office and walking to the Casino, where ice cream was provided by many helpful volunteers, children spread out over the Landing to enjoy a cool day collecting candy.
Many unique costumes were worn this year.
Anyone can join in the fun.
Many pictures were taken.
Where else would you rather be?
See everyone next year!!
July & August Dresden Town Board Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the July and August 2018 meetings of the Dresden Town Board, were recently approved and have been posted on the town’s website.
New LGLC Leeming Jelliffe Preserve Opens in Huletts Landing
From left to right, at the ribbon-cutting ceremony of new Leeming Jelliffe Preserve in Huletts Landing: LGLC Development Manager Helen Barton Benedict, Paul Lawler, LGLC Executive Director Jamie Brown, LGLC Board President Mike O’Reilly, Sylvia Jelliffe Lawler, and LGLC Board Member Patty HasBrouck.
On Friday, September 7th, 2018 the Lake George Land Conservancy marked the opening of the Leeming Jelliffe Preserve in Hulett’s Landing with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by nearly 40 community members and key supporters of the project.
Visitors and guests enjoying the new trail system.
The 33.3-acre upland preserve was purchased by the LGLC in April. Over the summer, LGLC staff and volunteers blazed a short, easy trail to the preserve’s viewpoint overlooking the narrows and Silver Bay on the western shore. There is currently a small road-front area for parking; a larger parking lot may be created, if needed.
The purchase was made thanks to the willingness of the Wilkening family to work to protect it, and to a timely and generous donation by Paul and Sylvia Jelliffe Lawler, which was matched by Paul’s past employer, the W. K. Kellogg Foundation. The donation also made possible the purchase of a conservation easement on an adjoining house lot with over 600 feet of Lake George shorefront.
The Lawlers joined LGLC Executive Director Jamie Brown to cut the ceremonial ribbon at the preserve’s entrance on Bluff Head Road. Sylvia then spoke about her family’s roots at Lake George, and specifically, Hulett’s Landing.
Sylvia’s great-grandparents, and Helena “Bunny” Wilkening’s grandparents, Dr. Smith Ely Jelliffe and Helena Dewey Leeming Jelliffe, bought 125 acres of land in Hulett’s Landing in the early 1900’s. Over time the land was divided between their children; Bunny’s mother, Winifred, was given land that Bunny then inherited, including the property which is now the Leeming Jelliffe Preserve. The Preserve is named after Winifred’s brother, and Sylvia’s grandfather, William Leeming Jelliffe.
A reception followed the ribbon cutting at “The White House”, hosted by Paul and Sylvia Lawler.
“My grandfather, Leeming, died before my dad was born. He was a dearly beloved brother and he loved the lake. Dad was able to connect with his Aunts and Uncle here when I was young, and Lake George continues to be the strong thread that keeps us together. There is really something magical and comforting about this place, and its ability to keep people together.”
The LGLC also announced a new campaign, launched with a challenge pledge of $1 million from the Lawlers and Kellogg Foundation for conservation in the Hulett’s Landing area. The LGLC will be fundraising to match the generous pledge, so that $2 million in total will be available for permanent land protection in the region.
The view from the new Leeming Jelliffe Preserve.
June Dresden Town Board Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the June 2018 meeting of the Dresden Town Board, were recently approved and have been posted on the town’s website.
Day to Remember Results
Participants head out of the starting gate at the 2018 Kerry McNelis Memorial Race, held in early August.
I’m in bit late in posting the results from the 2018 Day to Remember, held in early August, but here they are, better late than never. Congratulations to all the participants and many thanks to those who worked so diligently to make the day a success.
2018 Kerry McNelis Memorial Race
Results
Men:
16 & under
1. James Mintel
2. John McNelis Jr
3. Patrick McNelis Jr
17-29
1. Patrick Keenan
2. John Keenan
3. Dan Allisio
30-50
1. John Schultz
2. Mathew O’Brien
3. Bryan Sonnick
51+
1. John McNelis
2. Kevin McNelis
3. Tim Rodgers
Women:
16 & under
1. Rachel Godfrey
2. Bridget Godrey
3. Kyle Shultz
17-29
1. Erin Godfrey
2. Haley Cabell
3. Irene McNelis
30-50
1. Kathleen Godfrey
2. Kristin Reade
3. Becca Jablonski
51+
1. Donna Baggetta
2. Pam McNelis
3. Cyndy Rodgers
Youngest Boy: Colin Reade
Youngest Girl: Meksusie Godfrey
Most Experienced: Howie & Rosemary Webber
Golf – Scramble format
Winners
Brett Palfreyman
John Ripp
Greg Sherger
Patrick Davidow
Email to the Editor
Thank you to the Huletts residents for making the annual Women’s Guild ‘Wine In the Park’ fundraiser on July 20th a huge success!
The ‘Evening in Paris’ theme was a fun way to gather the community together with food, fun, and fellowship.
Almost 100 people attended the event, and over $1,300.00 was raised for outreach in our local community. Throughout the year, these funds go toward the support of families in need of food, clothing, furniture, and fuel oil. What a wonderful way to give back to our beautiful community!
Thank you to all who volunteered their time to help set up, serve and clean up! The beautiful decorations were provided by Ronnie Haring, Cathy Leghorn, and Robin DeLucia. Millie Gorman and Toni Richards provided beautiful flower arrangements. This event is truly a group effort!
We hope that you can join us again next year!
Thank you to all,
Pam Hansen
Saturday Sept 1st: Labor Day Picnic Details
Saturday August 25th: Fresh Produce for Sale
Tina Bennett will be selling fresh produce in front of the Casino between 10:00 and and noon (or while supplies last) on Saturday August 25th. Please stop by and consider buying something.
Speed Bumps Installed in Eichlerville
Speed bumps were installed in Eichlerville recently courtesy of the Huletts Landing Property Owners Civic Association which maintains the roads. So if you’re coming in late this weekend, please be advised so you don’t roll over them too fast! Those pictured here are only some of the ones installed.
Many thanks to Patrick O’Brien and Bucky Smith for their hard work installing these.
