Talking Out Issues

Public Hearing On Crossroads' Review Indicates A Citizenry Ready To Listen

By Rachel X. Weissman
A standing room only crowd of about 120 filled town hall on Monday night for a public hearing on the town's proposed local law, which as currently written could compel Crossroads Ventures to pay up to $375,000 for the town's cost of reviewing their $300 million Belleayre Resort project.

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Beyond Grievances

Bea Schwartz Sums It All Up...

By Brian Powers
As Chair of Shandaken's tax Grievance Review Board these past 31 years, Bea Schwartz has heard her share of gripes. And her reputation for being tough as nails and just about as pointed is probably, well, accurate.
"Thirty years ago people had legitimate complaints. Now, actually a couple years back, a guy came in to complain that one corner of his property on the Stony Clove was under water so he wanted his assessment lowered. He didn't get it, but a month later he sold the place for more money than any of us would have believed. "

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PLAYING, LIVE, ON CHURCH STREET NOW...The Pajama Game has opened at the Shandaken Theatrical Society Playhouse in Phoenicia, and it is not to be missed! This musical comedy features lively and polished performances by the talented crew of STS. Make reservations now—the musicals often sell out. Shows are at 8:00 pm, Thursdays through Saturdays, June 5-7 and 12-14, with a Sunday matinee on June 8 at 4:00 pm. Tickets are $12 each, or $10 for students and seniors.

The June Public Hearing at Town Hall will be cablecast on channel 23 on Wednesday June 11 at 7 PM. Tune in, listen, and make up your own mind... then make written comments. Not everyone likes to stand up in front of a big room and speak!

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John Mathiason resigns as Comprehensive Plan Committee Chairman. Read his report.

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