THANK YOU DICK MORAN!

The Scotia-Glenville Democrats invite you to say:

THANK YOU DICK MORAN!

Thursday,

Sept. 8, 2011

6 - 8pm

Join us to honor Dick Moran for his years of service as Police Officer, Village Trustee, and Village and Town Justice.

The Turf Tavern
(Click the above link for directions)

$40 per person - Cash Bar
($30 Committee Member)

RSVP by Monday, September 5, 2011
Please make checks payable to SG Democrats.

Mail payment to: SG Democrats, PO Box 2675, Glenville, NY 12325

Payments can be made online at www.sgdems.com

For more information, please email joemac51@yahoo.com

Re-Unite Rotterdam Slate Commits to Lower Taxes Now!

Re-Unite Rotterdam Slate Commits to Lower Taxes Now!

County Legislator Angelo Santabarbara leads effort for Independent Ballot Line in November Election

SCHENECTADY COUNTY - Schenectady County Legislator Angelo Santabarbara announced the creation of an Independent Ballot Line called "Lower Taxes Now!" for voters in Schenectady County’s District 4, which includes the Towns of Rotterdam, Princetown and Duanesburg. Joining him will be the “Re-Unite Rotterdam” Candidates, which include:

HARRY BUFFARDI – Candidate for Rotterdam Town Supervisor

WAYNE CALDER – Candidate for Re-Election to Rotterdam Town Board

MIKE VISCUSI - Candidate for Rotterdam Town Board

VINCENT ROMANO - Candidate for Rotterdam Superintendent of Highways

KEVIN MERCOGLAN - Candidate for Re-Election as Rotterdam Town Justice

ANTHONY JASENSKI SR. - Candidate for Re-Election to Schenectady County Legislature

MARK POWERS - Candidate for Schenectady County Family Court Judge

During his service as a County Legislator, Santabarbara has NEVER voted in favor of a property tax increase. Santabarbara cites the fact that he and County Legislator Jasenski voted for property tax REDUCTIONS in both 2010 and 2011, at a time when our residents most needed the help. “I had the honor to lower property taxes in both 2010 and 2011” said Jasenski. “In fact, the 2010 budget provided the largest property tax reduction Schenectady County had seen in 20 years,” he continued. “I made a commitment to the people of Rotterdam, Princetown and Duanesburg when I was elected in 2007 that I would work to lower taxes; I have kept that commitment, and if re-elected, I plan to continue fighting for the tax reductions our families so desperately need,” said Santabarbara.

“As sheriff, I always understood my responsibility to provide the residents of the County with the best service possible, while remaining cognizant of the affect my decisions would have on the budget,” said Buffardi. “I look forward to employing that experience to demand and ensure that each department in Rotterdam government provides the best possible service at the lowest possible cost to our residents,” he continued. “I have never voted to raise taxes and I don’t plan to start doing so now,” said Calder. “I understand that our families need help, because I have seen the affect out of control taxes have had on my family, I look forward to helping our families,” said Viscusi. “As I am running to oversee one of the biggest departments in the Town government, I know that my decisions can directly impact the taxpayers,” said Romano. “I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and going to work to ensure the quality and safety of our roads are kept at the level we have come to expect, and that we do it as efficient as possible,” said Romano.

To create "Lower Taxes Now!”, the “Re-Unite Rotterdam” team collected and filed almost 1,300 signatures from local residents. “This initiative demonstrates our commitment to government that delivers for the people and the support from our residents was overwhelming,” said Santabarbara.

Help Re-elect Liz Orzel Kasper to Niskayuna Town Board

Help Re-elect Liz Orzel Kasper to Niskayuna Town Board	Thursday, August 25 5:30-8:30 PM
Cocktails and Conversation at a re-election Reception for Liz Orzel Kasper for Niskayuna Town Board 831 Maxwell Drive, Niskayuna (Click link above for directions) $30 per person Checks payable to LizOK Campaign Committee, Email Lizaoka@gmail.com or call 393-1245

Friends of Gary McCarthy Golf Tournament

Friends of Gary McCarthy Golf Tournament Please join us for an unforgettable golf tournament fundraiser to support Gary's campaign for Mayor Schenectady Municipal Golf Course August 23, 2011 1:30 PM Shotgun Start Four Person Scramble Live entertainment, cocktail party and awards at 6:30pm Limited Sponsorship opportunities available - email ASAP if interested Pay by clicking below $600 per Golf Foursome; $50/person Reception Only OR Mail foursome details and check payable to Friends of Gary McCarthy, 1360 Lexington Av, Schenectady, NY 12309

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Calendar

August 23, 2011
Golf Tournament hosted by Friends of Gary McCarthy
Schenectady Municipal Golf Course
Contact: Brian Quail

August 25, 2011 at 5:30pm
Re-election Reception for Liz Orzel Kasper for Niskayuna Town Board
831 Maxwell Drive, Niskayuna
Contact: Liz Kasper

September 1, 2011 at 6:00pm
Thomas Constantine for County Legislature District 3 Fundraiser
Mohawk Golf Club, Union St
Contact: Brian Quail

September 5, 2011 at 7:00pm
Scotia-Glenville Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting
Peckham's, Scotia, NY
Contact: Joe McQueen

September 8, 2011 at 6pm
Scotia-Glenville Democratic Committee Cocktail Reception
Turf Tavern, Scotia, NY
Contact: Joe McQueen

September 15, 2011 at 6:00pm
Catherine Bern-Smith for County Legislature Fundraiser
Turf Tavern, Scotia, NY
Contact: Brian Quail

September 15, 2011 at 6:00pm
Campaign Kickoff for Diane Marco for Rotterdam Town Clerk
Sons of Italy, 2084 Hamburg St, Rotterdam, NY
Contact: Brian Quail

September 24, 2011 at 10:30 am
4th Judicial District Convention
The Wilton Elks (Northway Exit 15) in Saratoga County
Contact: Brian Quail

October 3, 2011 at 7:00pm
Scotia-Glenville Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting
Peckham's, Scotia, NY
Contact: Joe McQueen

October 20, 2011 at 5:30pm
SCDC John F. Kennedy Awards Dinner
Glen Sanders, Scotia
Click here to buy tickets now at our secure online contribution center
Contact: Brian Quail

October 31, 2011 at 7:00pm
Scotia-Glenville Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting
Peckham's, Scotia, NY
Contact: Joe McQueen

The Niskayuna Endorsed Slate

Niskayuna Democrats

Schenectady County Legislature District 3

Cathy Gatta Representing Niskayuna, Glenville, and Scotia Thomas Constantine Running to represent Niskayuna, Glenville, and Scotia Cathy Bern-Smith Running to represent Niskayuna, Glenville, and Scotia

Candidates for Niskayuna Town Office
Supervisor Joe Landry

Town Boardmember Liz Orzel Kasper Town Boardmember Julie McDonnell

Town Justice Steven Swinton

Michele Martinelli for Town Clerk

The Scotia Glenville Democratic Slate

For more information about these candidates, click here!

Editorial: With new process, Schenectady may have turned corner on its roads

Smarter, more efficient government

A recent editorial pointed out the success of Acting Mayor's Gary McCarthy's new paving plan. You can read about it here.

Endorsed Democratic Candidates in Rotterdam

There will be a Democratic primary on Tuesday, September 13, 2011.

The polls will be open from 12:00 noon - 9:00 pm.

The Rotterdam Democratic Committee strongly supports the following endorsed candidates for the offices stated:

Rotterdam Town Supervisor
(Two Year Term from 1/1/12 - 12/31/13)
HARRY C. BUFFARDI

Rotterdam Town Board (2)
(Four Year Term from 1/1/12 - 12/31/15)
WAYNE W. CALDER
MIKE VISCUSI

Rotterdam Superintendent of Highways
(Two Year Term from 1/1/12 - 12/31/13)
VINCENT J. ROMANO

Rotterdam Town Justice
(Four Year Term from 1/1/12 - 12/31/15)
JUDGE KEVIN J. MERCOGLAN

Schenectady County Legislature - District # 4
(Four Year Term from 1/1/12 - 12/31/15)
ANGELO SANTABARBARA
ANTHONY W. JASENSKI SR.

Schenectady County Family Court Judge
(Ten Year Term from 1/1/12 - 12/31/21)
JUDGE MARK L. POWERS

Harry C. Buffardi has dedicated the major portion of his adult life to public service. He is a proven administrator with the experience and knowledge to get the job done. His “no nonsense” approach to government will go a long way towards re-focusing town government on issues of importance to our residents, and finding the solutions that will allow our town to move forward.

He will be joined on the ticket by Wayne W. Calder and Mike Viscusi, both endorsed for seats on the Rotterdam Town Board. Having just taken his seat on the town board January 1st, Wayne Calder has served the Rotterdam community for over four decades. he possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in government administration and management and will be seeking his first full term on the town board in November. Mike Viscusi served successfully on the town ethics board and is an outspoken advocate on senior home care issues. He brings well over a decade of experience in management, supervision and efficiency.

Vince Romano has been endorsed to run for highway superintendent. A lifelong resident of Rotterdam and graduate of Mohonasen, Vince has over 36 years of highway experience in supervision, planning, scheduling and budgeting.

He joins Judge Kevin Mercoglan, (the second longest tenured elected official in Rotterdam) who has faithfully served in this judicial capacity for over 16 years, successfully maintaining high levels of service and performance in our local justice court despite an ever increasing case load.

Schenectady County Legislators from District # 4 Angelo Santabarbara and Anthony W. Jasenski Sr. have received the unqualified endorsement of the local Democratic committee as they seek re-election, and join Family Court Judge Mark L. Powers who will also be seeking his second term as Schenectady County Family Court Judge when these endorsements are formally made by the Schenectady County Democratic Committee.

Rotterdam Democratic Committee Chairman Tony Jasenski said he “was extremely pleased with the overwhelming committee support the candidates received throughout the process. The attributes and accomplishments of the candidates receiving endorsements are well known. Each of them possess the unique qualities and characteristics that will allow them continued success in fulfilling our public service mission, and restoring the residents of Rotterdam with the excellent levels of attention and responsiveness that they deserve and expect from their town officials.”

For more information, check out http://rotterdamdemocrats.com/

Schenectady County Legislature District 4

Tony Jasenski Representing Rotterdam, Duanesburg, and Princetown

Angelo Santabarbara Representing Rotterdam, Duanesburg, and Princetown Find Legislator Santabarbara on Facebook Follow Legislator Santabarbara on Twitter

Re-Unite Rotterdam

AUGUST 1, 2011

The Town of Rotterdam Democratic Committee, pursuant to its By-Laws and Rules, conducted an open and transparent process to endorse candidates for public office. That process resulted in an OVERWHELMING MAJORITY of the elected democratic committee members endorsing the following individuals for the offices stated:

HARRY BUFFARDI – Rotterdam Town Supervisor
WAYNE CALDER – Rotterdam Town Board
MIKE VISCUSI - Rotterdam Town Board
JUDGE KEVIN MERCOGLAN – Rotterdam Town Justice
VINCE ROMANO – Rotterdam Highway Superintendent
ANGELO SANTABARBARA – Schenectady County Legislature
TONY JASENSKI – Schenectady County Legislature
JUDGE MARK POWERS – Schenectady County Family Court Judge
Our candidates also received endorsements from the Conservative, Independent, and Working Families Parties, who also recognized the experience and leadership abilities our endorsed candidates would offer in the Town of Rotterdam.
In making these endorsements, the Rotterdam Democratic Party in essence rejected the platform of the incumbent SUPERVISOR, his hand-picked DEPUTY SUPERVISOR, the resigned former TOWN DEMOCRATIC CHAIRMAN, and others by saying "NO THANK YOU !!" to two more years of the dysfunction and infighting that permeates Rotterdam Town Hall today.
The residents of this community deserve better leadership than a Supervisor and Deputy Supervisor whose administration:

- Proposed a DOUBLE DIGIT TAX INCREASE in 2010 for 2011 after excluding town board members from any budget deliberations or discussions, and

- Indiscriminately MOVED TOWN EMPLOYEES out of the Supervisor’s Office, Senior Citizens Center, Town Justice Court, and Department of Public Works; with no regard for the impact those moves would have on government services simply “BECAUSE I CAN”; and then totally DISREGARDED the legal resolutions passed by the Rotterdam Town Board that would have reinstated these employees to their rightful positions, and

- Concocted a SCHEME that would have allowed the Supervisor’s “confidential secretary” to retire from her position, and then be rehired to the same position at a salary whereby she would MAKE MORE working part-time than she did full-time, and

- Disregards the Open Meetings Law by not providing notice to the press and keeping DOORS LOCKED at town hall during Town Board Agenda Meetings, and

- Allowed the Town Clerk’s office to CLOSE by FAILING to maintain and schedule adequate coverage, and

- COLLECTED and KEPT sewer payments from the Highbridge Sewer District and withheld them from the City of Schenectady until threatened with a LAWSUIT, and

- Eliminated the position of full-time Assessor thereby restricting resident's access to this position to evening hours only, and

- Allows over $100,000 in Paramedic Ins. Billing Revenue to remain UNCOLLECTED, while FAILING to provide the town's approved ambulance service provider with a contract to provide us with vital emergency ambulance service, and

- Allowed CSEA and PBA employment contracts to EXPIRE with no meaningful discussions on how to partner with our employees to seek new and innovative ways to provide services, protect jobs and save taxpayer money, and

- RESTRICTS ACCESS for Attorneys on Staff, while Paying EXCESSIVE LEGAL FEES to a Labor Attorney for non-labor related issues, and then recommended the hiring of yet another attorney to resolve Time Warner Franchise Agreement, and

- REFUSED ACCESS to Town Hall for meetings of the Town's PARK COMMISSION, and

- Has NO LONG RANGE FINANCIAL PLAN to deal with the impact the 2% tax cap will have on our town, NO PLAN to deal with a delapidated JUSTICE COURT AND POLICE FACILITY BUILDING, NO PLAN for economic development, NO PLAN for infrastructure, and the list goes on and on and on.

The BOTTOM LINE is that the current administration is out of touch with the needs of this community, and remains unable to articulate a clear, concise and cohesive path that will lead us into the future.

While we respect the right of every citizen to avail themselves of the democratic election process and to seek public office, one needs to look at the motivational factors behind such individuals desire to run and discern for themselves the real facts before making a decision on whom to support. They have even called in the infamous Brendan Quinn to represent their interests against our own local Democratic Party. Brendan Quinn orchestrated the "Brooks Brothers Riot" in 2000 that shut down the Florida recount on behalf of George W. Bush. He literally stood outside the canvassing board and gave the order "Shut It Down".

Meanwhile as our endorsed candidates go door to door listening to resident’s concerns, we have the opportunity to speak with them first-hand about our proposed solutions to the problems our town faces. We remain EXTREMELY CONFIDENT in the quality and abilities of our endorsed candidates to withstand the challenges that lay ahead and to provide the real leadership, direction and unity that will once again...

Re-Unite Rotterdam.