Franklin Stage Company Presents Calpulli Mexican Dance Company

Calpulli Mexican Dance Company will be presented at the Franklin Stage Company July 26-28

FRANKLIN — Franklin Stage Company presents a dance concert featuring New York-based dance company, Calpulli Mexican Dance Company, July 28–28 at Chapel Hall in Franklin, NY. “We’re so lucky to have this company who bring passion, technique and beautiful visuals to the Western Catskills,” said Patricia Buckley, Franklin Stage Company’s Artistic Director.

Calpulli began its artistic journey in 2003, growing from a love for its community and Mexican traditions. In the process, the company rediscovered and affirmed the power of storytelling through the universal language of dance and music. Co-Founders Alberto Lopez Herrera (former Artistic Director) and Juan Castaño (Executive Director) conceive and create stories that come to life through the vision of Artistic Director Grisel Pren Monje.

Calpulli’s repertoire is a carnival of folkloric traditions mixed with original creations as a celebration of the cultural legacy of past and present. Their narrative-based stories combine the vocabulary of dance, music, elaborate colorful costumes, and the passion of performance with the Mexican-American spirit. With a contemporary voice, Calpulli tours a portfolio of stories that share an enlightened perception of the voyage of immigrants and hispanic Americans that seeks to highlight and celebrate history and the shared humanity of our experiences. Their performances are a celebration, expressing the company's universal messages of love and hope. The New York Times called Calpulli a “terrific company of warm, generous dancers” giving audiences a “quick, vibrant tour of Mexican traditions – from Yucatán, Oaxaca, Jalisco – with eye-popping costumes for every stop.” The company tours across the USA and made its international debut in the Kingdom of Bahrain in 2013 and its European debut in Istanbul, Turkey in 2019. 

Showtimes for Calpulli Mexican Dance Company are Friday, July 26th, Saturday July 27th at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, July 28th at 5:00 pm. All performances are at Chapel Hall, 25 Institute Street in Franklin, NY. Admission is free—suggested donation is $25 per person. For reservations, visit www.franklinstagecompany.org. Programming at the Franklin Stage Company is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

FRANKLIN STAGE COMPANY's dual mission is to produce professional, admission-free theater that brings together audiences and artists to create community and celebrate the enduring power of stories; and to ensure the preservation of Chapel Hall, our historic home, as both an architectural treasure and a center of community activity.

Franklin Stage Company is a professional Actors Equity, not-for-profit theater founded in 1997 in Franklin, NY. FSC is dedicated to producing classic and new plays that stimulate thought and provoke discussion to illuminate as well as entertain. FSC also presents both emerging and established artists working in a variety of performance disciplines. The company was founded on the principle that great theater should be accessible to all.

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More Speed Zones Sought in Harpersfield

By Liz Page

HARPERSFIELD  – No one spoke at either of the two public hearings last Wednesday and Harpersfield Town Board members went ahead with approval of the franchise agreement with Spectrum and established a waiver for the town's communication tower law to allow a change in the fall zone.

Sally Ann McCarty, a resident of Streeter Hill Road, was present to ask the town board to consider a motion to seek a lower speed limit. She believes a 10 or 15 mph change in the speed limit may give her more time to avoid a collision. She said she pulls onto the roadway from a hayfield and is fearful of an accident due to the straightaway along which she said "they fly.” 

"They zoom past my house and it is not uncommon to pull out with a tractor and wagon or a truck. I don't know if a speed sign would help, but it might help my impact. When I was a kid, you could sleep on the road." Without the speed zone, she said she really has no recourse.

She also referred to motorcycle drag racing and she fears for the safety of her dog, who is aging and getting deaf. "Anything would be an improvement." she lamented.

A motion was made to contact the state Department of Transportation to survey the roadway for a speed reduction. A separate motion was made for O'Dell Lake Road and O'Dell Lake Road Extension.

Board members also approved a stop sign for Bruce Hill Road at the Peters Road intersection. An upcoming solar project is expected to increase traffic and its use by construction vehicles.

Sue Fortier had asked for a stop sign on dead-end Weaver Road last month and the county is proposing to do some work at the intersection with Peck St. and State Route 10. They will determine the best placement for a stop sign.

Board members also discussed the concrete repairs at the transfer station. The town has reached out to the county which advised the rebar for the C-channels makes it easier for the boxes to travel on. There will also be signage and rails designating the new garbage dumping area. The town will determine if they can receive quotes or advertise for bids.

New cameras will be installed at the town highway garage and town hall. The cameras proved beneficial for a recent incident at the transfer station. The footage of the incident was pulled up and saved. Supervisor Lisa Driscoll said the current equipment is outdated. A panic button will also be installed for the town justice.

Dr. Richard Ucci was reappointed as town health officer. The contract with the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society was approved. The contract remains the same. 

The town highway barn will be painted and the front of the barn repaired. The cold storage shed will also be repainted. It will be done by summer youth labor and should make things look a lot better, according to the supervisor. 

With the recent release of Comprehensive Highway Improvement Funding, Highway Superintendent Russell Hatch provided a list of roads to receive sealing and paving. They include Zimmerman Road, Parker Schoolhouse Road from the town line to Quaker Hill Road, Middlebrook Hill Road from County Rt. 29 to State Rt. 23. Austin, Titus Lake, and Champlin roads are due for paving. The proposal includes 6.72 miles of roadway.

Money from a Robinson-Broadhurst Foundation grant will be used to help pay $75,000 toward the new truck with the rest coming from CHPS funding. 

Board members then moved into an executive session to discuss personnel.

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Stamford Reviews Road Repairs

By Liz Page

HOBART – Summer road repairs are underway and the town of Stamford highway crew was set to do McGregor and Davis Roads this week. They have been helping the town of Roxbury with its chip-sealing projects. 

The town of Kortright has offered to loan its mower to the town of Stamford. Stamford's mower is currently being repaired, but borrowing one would allow them to get a jump on it sooner if they can free someone up to do the mowing. Stamford Town Board members indicated they were not against borrowing a mower.

The town highway crew has also been working with the village of Hobart and other townships on their summer road repair projects.

The town will also advertise for a new crew member, when a member leaves.

Board members approved the contract with the Heart of Catskills Humane Society, for dogs only. There were no changes in the contract.

They also received correspondence that Paul Chernenko received his state certification as an assessor, recently taking courses. "We would like to thank him for taking the time to take the courses and pass them," said Supervisor John Kosier.

The Robinson-Broadhurst grant will be used for security cameras, lighting, and a storage tank. The town received $30,000 and Kosier said they would take care of the security issues first.

They then moved into an executive session to discuss personnel.

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Barn Dance & BBQ to Benefit Therapeutic Riding Program in Otego

OTEGO –  Horses are powerful and loving creatures that have a way of drawing people to them and make a connection. At Athelas Therapeutic Riding at Northfield Farm in Otego, a barn dance and barbecue from 5-9 p.m. on July 27 will help raise money for the therapeutic mission. There will be live music by Donna and The Mystics, a smoked pulled pork dinner, fun and raffle baskets. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. For tickets, call 607-783-2321.

This benefit will allow Athelas to continue to provide opportunities for people with varying ability levels to challenge themselves physically and emotionally and to set goals to improve their quality of life through activities with horses.

The farm is located at 1179 County Highway 5, Otego, NY 13825. To learn more about the programs and opportunities, visit athelastherapeuticridinginc.org. or call 607-783-2321.

There are volunteer opportunities, internships, a riding program and opportunities to sponsor a horse, provide rider scholarship, event sponsorships or donate to the cause. There are certified instructors to create a lesson program based on each individual's specific needs. They are based around the horse and rider relationship and how the horse can benefit the rider most.

You can also find them on Facebook.

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Stamford Village Water Rates Increased, Water Law to be Amended

By Liz Page

STAMFORD  –  Stamford Village Trustees were pleased to receive kudos, rather than complaints, during their public comment portion of Tuesday's regular meeting. They received no comments during a public hearing to increase water rates and they went ahead with the adoption of the proposed increase. Deputy Mayor Jim Kopp presided over the meeting in the absence of Mayor Robert Schneider and was happy to report the sidewalk project, which has lingered for more than five years, is expected to be completed by early next week.

John and Cathy Adams, of West Main Street, were present to thank the village board for taking down the former Four Seasons/Westholm next door to them. "We want to thank the village for the great job the public works crew does and the cleanup of the old hotel," said John Adams. they went on to ask about the ownership and legal issues going forward. They had been mowing the property and removing weeds, they wondered what would happen now. The property is still under private ownership and any costs for the removal of the building and continued maintenance of the property will be passed on to the owner through additions to the property tax bill.

The village code enforcement officer has the ability to fine the owner if the property is not maintained in accordance with state codes. Under state code, grass length may not exceed a certain height.

Adams also thanked the village crew for prepping the Rexmere Park for the Stamford Rotary Club car show recently.

The public hearing on the proposed increase in the water rates had no one to comment. The rates have not been changed since 2018 and the current rates do not cover the increased costs of operations at the plant. Rates were altered based on usage. The basic 5,000-gallon usage fee went from $42.50 to $45; usage of 5000-8000 was increased by $10 per every 1000 gallons and from 8,000 to 10,000 gallons the rate was increased to $11 for each $1,000.

Trustee Darran Hanway said the water law itself needs to be reworded and updated and a public hearing has been set for Aug. 20 on those proposed changes.

If you saw a bunch of people walking around Main St. last week with bright vests, it was members of the village board, the contractors, and state Department of Transportation (DOT) officials looking over the now nearly completed sidewalk project. There are a few areas that remain to be completed, said Kopp, and the exact completion date may be dependent on the weather. He said the project has taken seven years and has been downscaled more than once due to increased costs. Some sections designated in the original proposal were removed. A lot of the increased costs, according to Jesse Calia, village department of public works superintendent, is due to the state's own requirements. Drainage in some areas may actually be worse, due to those regulations.

An agreement between Stamford Central School and the village board, regarding maintenance at Russ Archibald Memorial Field, was tabled and Trustee Catherine Snyder said there needs to be a workshop meeting to hash it out. She said one board puts it on the other and it keeps going back and forth. She will facilitate a meeting of the minds as a member of both boards.

There was nothing new to report on the Churchill building, which houses the Stamford Library and Churchill Gym, except a new boiler is needed before the next heating season begins. 

Calia is waiting on a second quote for the drainage issues on Beaver Street. He believes doing the work privately rather than through the Catskill Watershed Corporation is the way to go. However, he needs another price quote for the project. 

Code Enforcement Officer Rich Irwin said the village needs to update its building code law and said a public hearing could be held in August.

Board members approved a motion to allow the proper authorities to sign the contract for the next phase of the water project, which will replace water mains along River St..

Josh Burroughs, director of the swimming pool, said swimming lessons are underway for Camp HERE and Kiddie Corner Preschool. The recent heat wave has packed the pool thus far.

Trustees then moved into an executive session to discuss personnel issues.

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WRITERS IN THE MOUNTAINS (WIM)

2024 LITERARY RETREAT 

NOV. 15 – 17, 2024 

506 MAIN STREET, ANDES, NEW YORK

Writers in the Mountains (WIM) announces its 2024 Literary Retreat in the Catskills, Friday through Sunday, Nov. 15–17, 2024. The event is open to both resident writers and locals who can attend the day’s programs and activities without having to book a room. Local writers are encouraged to participate as they are an integral part of the Writers in the Mountains’ literary community year-round.

The weekend-long event will offer writers a stimulating and cozy environment to discuss ideas, improve craft, and build a better writing practice while at the same time bond with fellow writers, make lifelong friendships, and pursue future collaborations. Writers may choose to stay at the Retreat or only attend the day’s programs and activities. The Retreat will offer five different workshops led by accomplished writers and educators as well as a public reading at the Andes Hotel on Saturday evening, followed by a film screening hosted by Derek Curl. All participants will have plenty of time to write, give and receive feedback, and read their works. 

The workshops will include an introduction to the Amherst Method, which will help writers access their authentic voice and develop their style. In From Idea to Essay to Book: Climbing the Ladder from Small to Big, Step by Step, participants will explore how to move their essays from destination to waypoint on a longer journey, and how to see beyond it. In Modern Love, writers will analyze The New York Times’ Modern Love column (including Tiny Love Stories), and begin a story to develop for future submissions. The Magic of Metaphor will help writers to brainstorm exciting new forms to help break open possibilities of diction, vocabulary and metaphor. Finally, in Poetry Forms, poets will learn about major forms of poetry and discuss how forms came into being and why they continue to hold an important place in contemporary poetry.

On Saturday evening participating writers will be reading at The Andes Hotel, where literature lovers and the general public will have the opportunity to hear new works and mingle with the writers. The readings will be recorded and professionally produced to post online on YouTube, and made available to local TV stations. They will be followed by a film screening and Q&A, also open to the general public. At the end of the Retreat selected works will be curated and included in a publication specially designed to help writers find new readership, and gain further visibility.

The fees are as follows: meals $225 / early bird $195; workshops $100 / early bird $85; private room $575 / early bird $490; shared room $375 / early bird $320. All participants are required to purchase the meals and workshops plan. To benefit from the early bird rates, register and pay by August 31. The refund policy is 75% by Sept. 1 and 50% by Oct. 1. To register, email writersinthemountains@gmail.com. The Board of Directors will award one or two scholarships to qualified writers. The scholarship application guidelines are posted on the website. The deadline to apply for scholarship is July 20. Download the program at https://www.writersinthemountains.org/literaryretreat 

This project is partly funded by the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, and Delaware County Economic Development Advisory Board.  

Writers in the Mountains is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to provide a nurturing environment for the practice, appreciation and sharing of creative writing. For more information, visit writersinthemountains.org.

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Delhi Man Arrested After Report of Forcible Touching

DELHI — Sheriff Craig S. DuMond announced the arrest of a Delhi man on charges stemming from a report of forcible touching.

On June 18th members of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division received a forcible touching complaint. Preliminary investigation revealed that 63-year-old Michael Kudrewicz of Delhi New York, forcibly touched another person for his own sexual gratification. 

On Wednesday, July 10th, 2024, Investigators with the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division arrested Michael Kudrewicz on a criminal summons issued by the Town of Delhi Court charging one count of Forcible Touching, a Class A Misdemeanor.  An Order of Protection was also issued by the court, prohibiting Kudrewicz from having any contact with the victim. 

Kudrewicz was later released on the summons directing him to reappear at the Town of Delhi Court at a later date to answer the charge.

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Quarino Earns Lou Gaeta Scholarship

SOUTH KORTRIGHT — Connor Quarino from South Kortright Central School has been chosen as the 2023-24 recipient of the Lou Gaeta Senior Memorial Scholarship Award presented annually by Stamford Junior Golf, Inc.

The $500 award is given to a graduating senior from a Delaware League school who has attended our annual summer golf clinics, is a member of their school’s high school varsity golf team, and displays the proper ideals of sportsmanship and integrity that the game of golf teaches all of us. 

Connor plans to continue his education at SUNY Cobleskill this fall majoring in Landscape Construction.  He plans to one day take over the family business, Quarino Stonescaping and Concrete. 

Connor is the son of Kelly and Jim Quarino of Hobart.

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Time Capsule Found at Old Catholic Church Cobleskill

COBLESKILL — The old building of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Cobleskill is now just a memory, but while tearing it down they found two-time capsules in Tupperware containers.  They found them in the walls of the church.  The Catholic Church is deciding when to open them.  They plan on having a ceremony in the near future to see what is actually in them. No date has been set at this time said Peter Nichols, member of the Catholic Church.

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Stone Carving Workshop with Tom Huff

HOWES CAVE — Join Tom Huff a highly accomplished Seneca-Cayuga sculptor for an afternoon of creative experimentation in 3-dimensions at the Iroquois Museum on Saturday, August 3, 2024

10-5 pm at 324 Caverns Road, Howes Cave.

. Easy to learn basics using soapstone, rasps, chisels, and other hand tools. Open to adults and children ages 10 and up.  The class will be held outdoors. Preregistration. Cost: $50 members/ $55 non-members plus $20 materials fee.

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Second Patent Awarded for Inclined Rotary Gasifier Technology Invented by SUNY Cobleskill Professor

COBLESKILL  – SUNY Cobleskill’s Inclined Rotary Gasifier has been awarded a second patent from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, further protecting the intellectual property of the carbon-offsetting waste-to-energy system. The gasifier, invented by SUNY Cobleskill Assistant Professor David Waage and supported by the Research Foundation of the State University of New York, is the first fully automated and portable carbon capture and harvesting system, producing biofuels, biopower, and soil supplements from almost any combustible material.  

The gasifier was awarded its first U.S. Patent (Patent No. 10,760,016) in 2010. This second patent (Patent No. 11,939,545) provides 15 intellectual property protections in addition to the 12 protections under the first patent.  

The gaseous and liquid fuels this system produces from waste materials are significantly higher in energy content than other similar gasification technologies. The fuels burn markedly cleaner than fossil fuels while reducing overall carbon emissions. The unit’s mobility allows it to be deployed directly to forests, farms, water treatment facilities, and other areas of biomass. A gasifier system was recently deployed to California for use by the state’s Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) as the agency cleared forest underbrush to mitigate the risk of recurring wildfires.  

Waage and a team of researchers and technicians are working with industry partner Caribou Biofuels on the continued development and commercialization of the gasifier. There is vast potential for this technology in domestic and community use, as the system’s economics and carbon-capture abilities, coupled with its ability to input material without the need for pre-sorting or pre-drying, are unparalleled. 

“The Inclined Rotary Gasifier can potentially revolutionize how we manage waste and produce energy, giving us cleaner and more efficient fuel solutions. Our collaboration with Caribou Biofuels and support from various grants have been crucial in advancing this project, and we are excited about this system's future applications and benefits,” said Waage. “The additional protections provided under this second patent, borne from our research and development, represent another big step toward commercializing the gasifier technology.” 

Initial research into this gasifier system was funded by a Department of Defense (DoD) grant of $1.6 million thru the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP), which is the DoD’s environmental and resilience science and technology program, planned and executed in partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with participation by numerous other federal and non-federal organizations.  

SUNY Cobleskill received an additional $5.8 million grant in 2020 from (CAL FIRE). An additional $255,879 was awarded by the National Science Foundation in 2021.  

Research at SUNY produces nearly 300 new technologies a year. The SUNY Research Foundation protects the valuable intellectual property generated at SUNY campuses and works with industry and businesses, like Caribou Biofuels, to translate research discoveries into commercial products that benefit society and spur economic development. 

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Pruning Part II: Hands-on Experience in the Field

ESPERANCE — It’s one thing to listen and learn about proper pruning techniques- the where, when and how to make cuts - but sometimes we need a little guidance to actually do it on July 19 at 10:00 AM at the Barn at Landis Arboretum at 174 Lape Road in Esperance.

Registration: Members: $30; Non-members: $45

Join ISA Certified Arborist Fred Breglia from 10 AM to noon on July 12 as he guides you step-by-step in this exclusively hands-on pruning class at Landis Arboretum. This two hour class will provide deeper insight about what tools an Arborist uses for different cuts, and allow for real time problem solving and experience. Participants should dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, and bring pruning tools. Additional pruning tools will be on site for participant use.

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Sheriff’s Office Finds Missing Adult

SHARON SPRINGS — On Sunday, July 7, members of the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to  the Village of Sharon Springs for a report of a missing vulnerable adult. A search of the area ensued and  after approximately two hours, the subject was located by members of the Sheriff’s Office utilizing  Project Lifesaver. Search efforts were hampered by treacherous terrain and weather. The patient was  not injured but was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. The Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office  was assisted by the New York State Police, New York State Forest Rangers, New York State Department  of Homeland Security Office of Fire Prevention and Control, Schoharie County Search and Rescue Team,  Schoharie County EMS, Sharon Springs Fire and EMS and Otsego County Fire Service.  

We wish to remind Schoharie County residents that the Sheriff’s Office participates in Project  Lifesaver. Project Lifesaver can be utilized to track anyone that may be prone to wandering or getting  lost due to a mental health or medical condition. Anyone interested in Project Lifesaver may contact the  Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office at (518)295-8114.

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Metalsmithing and Steel Sculpture Demonstration

HOWES CAVE — There will be a metalsmithing and steel sculpture demonstration with Margaret Jacobs Saturday and Sunday July 20 & 21 at the Iroquois Museum at 324 Caverns Road, Howes Cave.

Margaret is Akwesasne Mohawk and known for her bold steel sculpture and powder-coated jewelry. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe various components of the artist’s creative process including patterning and cutting with a plasma cutter and using an oxy-acetylene torch to shape and form the steel. Margaret will also discuss her training, practice and inspiration.

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Landis Perennial Forest 5K August 10

ESPERANCE — The Landis Forest 5K is a unique race through the fields and forests of Landis Arboretum on Saturday, Aug 10, 8:00 AM start. It has become a not-to-be-missed event for many runners in our region. There are awards for the winning runners, of course, but many people come to walk or run - just because! Please, no dogs on race day!

Location: Check in at the Meeting House as early as 7:00 AM

Registration: Priced by age. Registration is online only through RunSignUp.

Questions? Contact David Roy at David.Roy@ScaryLegRunners.com. 

Online registration only.

This is a sanctioned Route 20 Road Challenge race.

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Farmers Market Back at Gathering Place

By Alexis Pencar

COBLESKILL — The Festival Farmers Market at The Gathering Place will reopen for the 2024 season this Saturday July 13th. This seasonal market will be open 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM every Saturday!

Find fresh produce, fruits, eggs, beef, lamb, honey, maple syrup and so much more from all your favorite local farms and vendors! Our very own Parsons Vegetable Farm will be there too!

This is a wonderful opportunity to see the bounty that our area offers and meet people in your community too!

Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks and Fresh Checks accepted. This market runs until October 26th.

The market is located at The Gathering Place at 127 Kenyon Rd, Cobleskill. For more information please contact The Gathering Place at (518) 823-4838 or visit their social media. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, reach out to Liz at the number above.

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Downed Tree Closes W. Richmondville Road

RICHMONDVILLE - Drivers had to avoid West Richmondville Road Saturday night and Sunday as another downed tree blocked the road. It was the second tree down on the road in 10 days. The latest tree to fall across the road blocked the road entirely and was on the cable lines, but residents still had power. Photo courtesy Megan Brumaghim.

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Cobleskill Follows County’s Moratoriums

By Joshua Walther

COBLESKILL - The Cobleskill Town Board held a plethora of public hearings at their regular meeting last Monday, and their most prevalent topic was an amendment to a previous piece of legislation earlier this year.

Local Law 2, an agreement to impose moratoriums on a variety of renewable energy sources, followed in line with many other municipalities and their battle against large corporations grabbing as much land as they can.

According to Supervisor Werner Hampel, that law did not go far enough, and so they opened a public hearing for Local Law 4 to add several amendments, namely more moratoriums on solar and large-scale wind facilities.

Supervisor Hampel said that the decision was made after careful review of “what was happening in the rest of the county,” specifically citing Sharon and Jefferson’s recent dealings, and the Board admitted that the amendments should have been there from the beginning of the first draft.

Members faced some backlash over this from the audience, as some people in attendance thought that following the status quo wasn’t a smart move. Instead, they wanted to see what the community actually thought about solar and wind, rather than the Board imposing their demands upon local landowners.

Supervisor Hampel quelled things with an explanation that land in Cobleskill should be saved for long-term economic development rather than these facilities, and went further by saying that laws are “living documents” that can change with time.

Once the public hearing was over, members unanimously voted to pass Local Law 4 and added the amendments.

In other news, the Board held two more public hearings that same night, with one discussing department head spending and the other sparking a conversation about squatters’ rights.

The first, recognizing that inflation is becoming more unbearable, authorizes department heads to spend up to $3,000 on their own without consulting the Board for approval. The idea was well received and a motion was passed without issue.

The second, however, was met with more animosity and confusion from the public. The drafted law stated that a landowner could involve police to forcibly remove any unlawful occupant off their property within the first thirty days of their stay.

The law was taken straight from the county level and used much of the same language. However, the audience was unsure of where the line between squatter and tenant was, along with asking other questions ranging from civil cases to criminal proceedings.

As a result of this, Supervisor Hampel ended the public hearing and agreed to table the matter until later, stating that they should “take a harder look” at some of the pain points in the draft.

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