Donations Help Fun SCS Backpack Program

By David Avitabile

SCHOHARIE - The Schoharie Central School Backpack Program received a boost from seven benefactors late last year.

The donations totaled $1,111.85 for the program that  benefits needy children with food and other items.

School board members at their December meeting accepted donations from the following people:

* $40 from Robert Bonaker.

* $35 from the SCS Leading Tones.

* Four donations of $145, $100, $252, and $250 from John J. Borst III and Michelle L. Borst.

* $289 from Jennifer M. Snyder.

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In other action, board members at their December meeting:

* Accepted the resignation of full-time teacher aide Hannah Vedder.

* Approved the rescission of the appointment of Christina Mickel as a full-time teacher aide in November.

* Named Kimberly Hileman as a long-term substitute in the elementary school from February 1 through May 11.

* Approved the position change of Valentina Conway from non-certified sub to a full-time teacher aide.

* Approved the position change for Denise Hellijas from non-certified sub to full-time teacher aide.

* Approved the position change for Jessica Wilson from temporary teacher aide to probationary teacher aide.

* Added Lila Rallatos as half-time musical; assistant for the 2025-26 school year at a stipend of $775.

* Added the following people to the SCS sub list: Logan Esposito, Hannah Mulhern, Alec Woodruff, Ivy Wry, and Benjamin Yorke, all non-certified, and Holly Yauchler, certified.

* Added 14 people to the Capital Region BOCES Teacher Substitute Calling Service list.

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Local History - Ed Burgett

By Donna Amberman

MIDDLEBURGH – Charles Edward Burgett, known to everyone as “Ed” was a machinist and pattern maker in Middleburgh from the late 1890s until his death in 1933. He was well known at the time for his gas engines and his development of a very early car in Schoharie County. He was born in the Town of Fulton in 1876 to Hattie Hager and Peter Burgett, the oldest of nine children, and with both of his parents the descendants of the earliest Palatine and Dutch settlers in the Schoharie Valley. The family moved to Hobart in 1888 but Ed returned to Middleburgh by 1896 at age 20. He began his career at Edison Electric in Schenectady in 1896, where he made cast iron part patterns, including the patterns for all the castings for the first trolley car made in Schenectady. His entrepreneurial instincts resulted in his opening of a shop in a garage behind the Baker Hotel on Baker Ave, where he repaired bicycles and started selling bicycles. An ad in 1897 (when he was 21) in the Middleburgh Gazette stated “If you want to purchase a bicycle, don’t go away from home to get it, but let your home dealer, Mr C.E. Burgett, who is agency for every make of wheel, order it for you, and save you money. He can do it”. In 1898, there were numerous ads in the Middleburgh Gazette for new bicycles and bicycle repairs. In 1898, he “has the agency” for Trenton and Syracuse Model D bicycles. According to the Middleburgh Gazette, in 1898, he also “secured the sale agency for the celebrated Beffle Boiler and engines. If you need anything in this line, you can make contact by calling Mr Burgett”. Also that spring, the Middleburgh Gazette reported that “if you want to see a neat job of shafting, just call in at Borst and Rockstroh’s Meat Market and see the work done by our efficient machinist, Mr Ed Burgett…” And later that year, the paper reported that he “has manufactured a bicycle for his own use. The workmanship is evidence that Mr Burgett is an expert machinist.” He was only 22!. Throughout 1898, the Gazette continued to report his accomplishments with bicycles including a report that “CE Burgett rides a neat new bicycle of his own making. He thinks it will carry him to Richmondville one of these days.” He initially built a steam boiler and installed it on a tandem bike. As a pattern maker and machinist, Ed made his own designs and patterns, molded and turned out items on a milling machine and lathe. He designed the patterns in his Middleburgh shop and transported them to Albany for casting and then returned to his shop for finishing.  

In 1899, when he was 23, the Middleburgh Gazette reported that “CE Burgett is building an automobile and he will make it work if any man can.” He was listed as a mechanic in the 1899 Middleburgh Directory. The bike ads stopped in the Gazette and the ads began for engines and machinist work. He moved his machine shop to the Dibble Building on Railroad Ave in 1901, but later that year his shop was moved to 138 Wells Ave and was called the Central Garage -the building is still standing. 

In 1899, there also began articles about his friend, Squire Cook West, who was established as a builder and a “factory owner with machinery”. Squire was to become a close associate and collaborator in the years to come.  In 1902, it was reported in the Middleburgh Gazette that “Squire West and C. Edward Burgett are engaged in placing the new electric plant in Frisbieville. There are more references to Ed’s building an automobile and ads for his manufactured gas engines including special designs for running such items as cream separators, water pumps, butter churns, etc, as well as continuing collaborations with Squire West. 

Ed Burgett’s engines were ¾  HP and 3 HP mostly air cooled but also some water cooled Hit and Miss style, which refers to the way the engine governs speed measured in revolutions per minute. They ran much slower than modern engines and operated with a speed and firing /free wheeling rhythm that created a unique beat. The power from these machines was generally transferred by a flat belt driven on a slightly barrel shaped cylinder attached to a flywheel. The belt does not fly off but is drawn to the fastest Moving portion of the cylinder by centrifugal force. The engines were used by local farmers and businesses and are now a treasured rarity. Only six are presently known to exist although there are often unsubstantiated claims of more. All six are owned by Schoharie County residents. Mildred purchased one for Howard in the 1960s and Francis also owned one which went to a collector who lovingly restored it. In 1978, The Hudson Mohawk Chapter of the Pioneer Gas Engine Assn, which was founded in 1967, the 1900 Burgett Gas Engine was chosen as the logo for the chapter. You can some years get a look at “The Burgett” at the chapter’s annual Gas Up outside Schoharie. 

The creation of the Burgett automobile was notable throughout the County. After his construction of a steam boiler on a bike, he then made patterns and built a two cylinder steam boiler with reverse gear. He constructed the boilers, running gear, engine and finishing parts. The wood box for seating was built by his friend, Squire Cook West, the builder with whom he frequently collaborated. Ed and the car appeared at the Fairgrounds in Cobleskill in September, 1901 and was featured in a lengthy article  in the Cobleskill Times and has been reprinted in the Cobleskill Times in 1926 and in the Times Journal in 1987. The 1926 article (from the 1901 article) reported that “In September 1901, the first auto to be seen in Cobleskill steamed in on the fairgrounds at the annual agricultural exhibition. This two cylinder machine was made at Middleburgh by C.E.Burgett, the county’s well known mechanic who now operates a widely known machine shop at this place.  When the Burgett steamer entered the gates of the fairgrounds 25 years ago, it was the biggest attraction at the show. Officials of the fair association, realizing the value of entertainment, requested the Middleburgh manufacturer give an exhibition of its mechanical performance on the race track in front of the grandstand, which he did. ‘it’s a plaything’, ‘it’s not practical’ and ‘it will never replace the horse’ were criticisms heard on every hand; but the crowd marveled.”

The article continued: “But Burgett knew. His mechanical mind which conceived the machine saw beyond and afar and he believed then that the rose was to have competition. This man who built the first auto in Schoharie County at his machine shop here, constructing the boiler, running gear, engine and all but the pneumatic tires and a few finishing parts, won fame that carried beyond county lines. To ride in this first auto was the height of pleasure, not alone to the young boy, but the grownup as well. Mr Burgett frequently drove this machine into Albany and up to Saratoga where it attracted attention.  As a mechanic, Mr Burgett has kept pace with the progress of the age. His shop here is equipped with new machinery and tools throughout and the motto of his business ‘No Job Too Difficult’ does not overestimate his mechanical ability.”  

Eventually the car was sold but in the early 1930s, Ed asked Howard and Francis to purchase the car back and destroy it, which they did. It was not to profit from the parts and copper, but to protect its history and was very important to his sons to respect his wishes. 

Ed married Carrie Scoville in 1902 and their marriage resulted in three children: Mildred (Schindley) in 1905, Francis in 1912 and Howard in 1914. In 1920, Ed bought the Second Empire style house at the corner of Wells Ave and Railroad Ave /Grove St Extension for $2500. The family’s prior home location is unknown but was likely in the same area since Howard recalled playing in the dirt around the M&S Railroad and Francis actually built a little cart to run on the tracks when he was a young teenager. Ed’s father, Peter died in 1916 in Oneonta where the rest of the family had relocated. Ed discontinued his lease on the Central Garage property in 1931 when he was 55. That same year, his brother, Seward, died suddenly at age 50 of a heart issue and his sister, Mollie, died the following year.  Ed may have been experiencing some health issues as well. In September, 1933, The Schenectady Gazette carried an article about a missing Middleburgh man, Edward Burgett, who “left his home in Middleburgh September 1 to ride to Albany with Bergh’s express truck plying between this village and that city. Bergh (sic) left the truck near the warehouse of the Albany Hardware and Iron Company after telling the driver that he wanted to see the new Albany-Rensselaer bridge and that he would return in an hour. After waiting an hour and a half the driver, believing that Burgett had returned to his Middleburgh home by some other means, left Albany on the return trip to find on his arrival in Middleburgh that Burgett had not been seen. Because his wife and family felt that he would return, no alarm was turned in until Friday (8th) when Sheriff Shelmandine of Schoharie asked that it be broadcast over WGY. State Police and local officers are following down any leads”. The Gazette article continues to note that Ed had never left home before without letting his family know his plans. It also indicated that he had been ill for sometime and that suicide was a theory by “some”. It is unknown whether his body was ever recovered. Attempts to locate a death certificate have not been successful and the situation was never discussed by Howard with his wife or friends. Howard, who was 19 at the time, was extremely close to his father and was devastated. One of his close friends when they were young men told this author after Howard’s death in 1976 about an incident at the time.  Howard was a calm, sensitive, generally happy young man who returned from a “secret” trip to Albany in a withdrawn and seriously despondent state, but which Howard would not discuss. This friend always believed that Howard had been called to Albany to identify his father’s body. 

Carrie, Mildred and Howard continued to live in the Wells Ave home until 1942 when Howard married Hattie Campbell and Mildred married Clyde Schindley and the home was sold. Francis was already on his own. Carrie lived the remainder of her life with Mildred and always in close proximity to Howard and his family. Ed Burgett’s living descendants include two grandchildren, both Middleburgh residents, four great grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. 

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Esperance Town Assessor Introduces NYS Legislation Options

New Town Clerk, Amanda Fagan, at her first regular monthly Esperance Town Board meeting. Town Supervisor Earl VanWormer III described Fagan during the meeting as, “sharp,” and expressed that she’s doing a great job. VanWormer went on to thank Fagan because it’s been his pleasure to help her settle into her position adding, “She is a fast learner; she is very dedicated to doing this.” Vanwormer also credited Planning Board Clerk, Stephanie Gage,with helping during this Clerk transition time period.

By Heather Skinner

ESPERANCE-During January 15th’s regular Esperance Town Board meeting, Esperance & Schoharie Town Assessor, Erin Smith, announced, “New York State passed a whole bunch of legislation, as they usually do right at the end of the year.”

Town Supervisor, Earl VanWormer III, asked Smith which of the five options she presented would be most beneficial to their community’s homeowners. Smith suggested two options.

“RPTL 458-A (11), chapter 672 - the primary residence of a veteran who has a 100% service-connected disability, and meets several other qualifying factors, may be made fully exempt from taxation, special district charges, and special ad valorem levies, at local option.” 

Smith expanded on RPTL 458-A, “I’ve gotten so many phone calls on this because apparently the media is just reporting it as veterans who have 100% service-connected disabilities may be able to get a full exemption if their towns had opted in. It’s not quite that simple. You have to meet four different specifications. The first is 100% service-related disability. You also have to have a letter from the VA saying that you’re also unemployable, and you have to meet certain criteria for specific disabilities, and you have to qualify for grants from the VA or the US Government for specialized housing for mobility issues. So it’s not as broad as the little excerpts would make you think. But that is definitely one that I would like for you to consider.”  

The other option Smith said she would really like to see go through is, “RPTL 467 (1)(b)(4), chapter 581 - municipalities have the option to increase the exemption percentage of the Senior Citizens Exemption to those seniors whose income falls below the upper limit. The previous maximum was 50%, this new legislation raises the maximum to 65%.”

Smith confirmed there are quite a few residents who make significantly less than eighteen thousand per year, even as low as twelve thousand, from Social Security as their only income, and this legislation, “It really could mean the difference of them getting to keep their houses.”

VanWormer shared, “I think the idea of these regulations certainly is to try to keep people who would have a difficult time staying in their homes, in their homes, and I think that’s something everybody would agree that we would like to do. I mean, just because somebody had an accident or was injured in a war, you would not like to see him leave our community or leave their home. So, I think that’s a really good thing.”

Home and business owners have approached VanWormer to ask why their taxes went up in past years. VanWormer explained that the biggest driver is school taxes, County tax is the next big driver, and local taxes are probably the smallest piece of the pie. He was cognizant of both not wanting taxpayers to have a significant tax increase, as well as how the legislation can be helpful for community members in need saying, “I’m all for helping people out.” The Board will need to hold a public hearing to make local laws for the options they opt into.

Smith explained these options won’t make a difference to the Town budget, and that spread across the rest of the taxpayers it won’t be that much more added to individual taxes. 

A motion carried to recreate an Assessor Committee that VanWormer mentioned they had years ago. Because Smith is Town Assessor for both Esperance and Schoharie, and their meetings happen at different times each month, reinstating the Committee would make communications a more cohesive process. Smith said Schoharie didn’t have their regular meeting this month, and if agreed upon next month, Assessor Committee meetings would be held among them as needed, and information would be relayed to both Town Boards still. VanWormer confirmed someone was appointed to be part of that Committee during their Organizational Meeting. 

Superintendent of Highways, Michelle Brust, updated on Pleasantview’s recent emergency work due to ice and leaves that had blocked culverts, Mountain Road had a tree down, and State Street got a new stop sign. 

During Brust’s road review, she found trees will need to be cut back on upper Regan Road, Tater Barn Road needs a little patching and a double seal, and Cripplebush Road really needs attention; due to its serious water problem they’re considering putting a culvert under the road and the end of the road has been lost and needs to be scarified and reshaped.

Town Board member, Harold Conklin, discussed concerns about trucks on Sanitarium Road and said, “It’s our responsibility to protect this Town as best as we can.” Conklin cited an accident that happened about a year and a half ago there, where he explained a truck could have gone through a resident’s home if it weren’t for the pine trees they had on their property. Brust has been researching options and found the road is completely in Schoharie County and considered a County Road, leaving the Esperance Town Board with limited options. A motion carried to suggest a resolution to the County and Binghamton DOT that Sanitarium Road gets posted for no trucks except for local trucks. VanWormer thinks they will eventually need to create a truck route for the Town due to the circumstances around Sanitatum Road including an established business and that it’s where trucks tend to turn onto when they miss the signs coming off Route 7 and realize they got lost. Brust submitted paperwork to the Board explaining more details about the truck route option.

Esperance Town Board meetings are conducted every third Thursday of the month, 7 PM at Town Hall (104 Charleston Street). The third Thursday in February will be the 19th. Those who attend also get access to view and get copies of papers in the Correspondence and Announcements folder. VanWormer is still seeking volunteers interested in joining the Comprehensive Committee; Justin Miller added his name during the January meeting.

Esperance Village meetings are every second Monday of the month, 7 PM at the Village Meeting Hall (115 Church Street); February 9th next month.

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Fun Obstacle Course at SCS

SCHOHARIE - Schoharie elementary Pre-K students did an obstacle course last week to help build strength, agility and balance.....and getting them ready for kindergarten.

Photos courtesy Schoharie Central School.

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Fun on the Slopes for SCS Students

SCHOHARIE - The Schoharie Junior-Senior High School Adventure Club skied Jiminy Peak at Twilight Thursday night. It was many students' first time night skiing and fun was had by all.

Photos courtesy Schoharie Central School.

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Gilboa/Conesville News by Dorothy Pickett

My BILLS lost their game. They are out and the Broncos are in to play once again for the championship this coming Sunday. I felt bad for Quarterback Josh Allen as he broke down while talking on the news after the game. He said he let his team down. Josh certainly has nothing to feel bad about.  We all know that someone wins and someone loses.  Now because the BILLS lost, they fired the coach.  Big mistake.  I for one, will certainly not give up on my BILLS.

Snow fell on Flat Creek Saturday morning. With about 4” I got out and shoveled the sidewalk then began snow blowing the driveway. No sooner did I get back into the house when my neighbor Pat pulled up with his plow turned around and headed back to his home. Sunday unexpectedly we got snow again. Worship service was cancelled. It was just too nasty and cold to head out anyplace.  This time I only shoveled the sidewalk. Around 11:00am my neighbor Pat came on his four-wheeler with his dog and best pal Friday sitting beside him. It did not take very long to plow me out. I was ever so thankful.  Even though it was bitter cold we got to visit for a few minutes. Now the wind is starting to blow the snow all over. Here it is Tuesday and biller cold out with the wind blowing a gale once more. I guess it is a good time to just relax and work on a puzzle this afternoon. 

Sincere congratulations and welcome to Bridget and Ray here in Flat Creek, Gilboa.  They moved into their newly built home a couple of weeks ago. Neighbors and friends wish them the very best for many years to come. 

My friends Lou and Rosemary DiRubba in Weeki Wachee, Florida tell me that it is chilly there like it is in upstate New York. Their temperature at night drops to 32 degrees. The next day in the 50’s with sunshine. Rosemary let me know that the Manatees have moved into the river nearby to keep warm. When the river temperature rises to 69 degrees the Manatees pack right in.  They were both planning on driving to the river to spot them. Rosemary asked about the Parrot House. They were very excited to learn that it had re-opened. If both their names sound familiar to you then, you might remember when they too ran Parrot House many years ago.

Conesville President of the Historical Society Kim wanted everyone to know that the Silent Auction Fundraiser including sixty items up for bid was a success.  The auction brought in two thousand dollars. Thanks again to all the businesses and individuals who donated gifts and to all those who supported the event.  Special thanks go to Sue Rucano and Debbie Laurent for spearheading the event, especially taking a lot of time asking and collecting all the items. If you happen to be a winner, be sure to thank that business or individual for their donation. For the 250th America celebration the CHS is having a contest that consists of an essay, poem, or visual (artwork, photos, etc.) with awards to be presented to the following age categories. Pre-K & Kindergarten, 1-3 grades, 4-6 grades, 7-12 grades. To obtain a form and more information, you need only to Email: conesvillehistoricalsociety@gmail.com   to get all the information and application. On February 21, 6:30pm they will hold an American History and Culture night with a bonus “Name that Tune” Trivia Night at the Conesville Fire House.  Cost is $10.00 per person with up to five on a team. All proceeds will be used towards America’s 250 celebration on September 19.       

Birthdays: January 22 Nancy O’Hara, 27 Pastor Paul Overbaugh and David Bowdish. All of you, enjoy your special day Blessed in the Lord.

Prayer Concerns: Those who have lost loved ones and those who are ill at this writing. 

Gilboa/Conesville Central School: Regents 20-23, 30th Wildcat Wonders 8:45am in the Auditorium.  

Upcoming Events: Sunken City Cidery Friday January 23 3-6pm.., Saturday, January 24Yoga 11an-12pm,3-6pm Live Music from Bob Naumowicz and the Reservoir Sunken City Eats on site January 25 12-4pm with the Reservoir Sunken City Eats

Sunday Worship Services:

Gilboa Methodist: 9:00am located on 990V Gilboa 

Flat Creek Baptist: Flat Creek Road, 9:30am Sunday School, 10:30am worship service with coffee and fellowship following the service.  

Conesville United Methodist Chapel: First and Third Sunday of the month 4:00pm Route 990V.

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Gallupville House Chili Cook-Off Jan. 24

By Bradley Towle

GALLUPVILLE — The Gallupville House will host its (technically) 2nd annual chili cook-off on Saturday, January 24th. The "Oh, Man Chili Cook Off" will take place in the historic building from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. Following last year's successful event, cook-off creator Ethan Van Valen made only minor tweaks to this year's celebration of local chili recipes. "This year I didn't aim to change a thing other than having it a little earlier this year and bringing in some fresh entrants," says Van Valen. "Last year was a big success doing its purpose by bringing neighbors and new faces to town under one roof at the Gallupville House while showcasing some local businesses and organizations for a day of connection-making and community building over some delicious chili," says Van (name). "Last year we had a dozen entrants and this year we'll feature at least a dozen, with a majority of new entrants, including five new businesses/organizations represented, and a vegetarian option." 

Inspired by a similar event Van Valen attended while living in Nazareth, PA, he revived the Gallupville chili cook-off in 2025 after it had been on hiatus since 2018. In addition to chili, there will be cornbread and drinks to go with the samples. There is a suggested $5 donation. Get there before the chili is gone. Visit https://www.gallupvillehouse.org/ for more. 

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Lego Time at MCS

MIDDLEBURGH - Bricks clicked and ideas came to life at Middleburgh elementary school last week. The LEGO Club brings together big imaginations, creative builds and lots of teamwork.

Photos courtesy Middleburgh Central School.

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M'burgh Village Getting Ready for America's 250th Birthday

Staff Report

MIDDLEBURGH - Middleburgh officials are coming up with plans to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday in July.

In celebration and recognition of the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, the 250th Committee has announced that a Community Celebration will be held on Friday, July 3 in the village.

A complete itinerary of events and times will be provided in the months to come. For more information about being a vendor or participating in the parade, please contact Vicki Hoerz by phone at (518) 827-5802, or email at (Vhoerzy@midtel.net). For more information about the event itself, please contact Mayor Tim Knight at mayor.knight@villageofmiddleburgh.gov.

Festivities will include:

Arts & Crafts Festival on Main Street.

Afternoon parade on Main Street.

Community Picnic at William Morton Park on Baker Avenue with food provided by Ten Pin Catering.

Live Music Performed by Double Barreled from 6 to 9pm at William Morton Park.

Fireworks at sunset (9pm).

Readings of patriotic materials, including the Declaration of Independence.

Free Commemorative Wooden Nickels will be available throughout the day.

The 250th Committee is a joint committee comprised of representatives from the Village of Middleburgh, Towns of Fulton and Middleburgh, and community members.

The committee met last  April. Named to the committee were: village: Mayor Knight, Trustee Sheryl Adams, and resident Matthew Lacy; town: Supervisor John Youmans, Councilwoman Sue Makely; and Town of Fulton: Councilman Richard Mix.

It was noted that Mr. Lacy's late father, former Supervisor Lee Lacy, was a member of the 200th committee.

Mayor Knight said the issue was first broached at the joint village-town meeting in June 2024.

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OM Building Time at MCS

MIDDLEBURGH - Building Big Ideas at Middleburgh elementary school.  Students are preparing for the next Odyssey of the Mind competition. We know their imaginations and critical thinking will take them far at competitions later this year. Photos courtesy Middleburgh Central School.

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RSS Invites Community to Depot Lane Development Info and Engagement Session on January 27

SCHOHARIE — Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. (RSS) is inviting Schoharie residents to attend a community information and engagement session focused on the proposed Depot Lane development. The drop-in event will be held on Tuesday, January 27 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Schoharie High School Cafeteria; in case of inclement weather, the event will be held on January 29.

Unlike a traditional public presentation, this session is designed as a gallery-walk style event, offering open, one-on-one conversations with representatives of the Depot Lane development team. Community members are encouraged to stop in at any time during the event to ask questions, share concerns, and speak directly with project experts.

“This format allows for meaningful face-to-face dialogue,” said Christine Nealon, RSS Director of Strategic Partnerships. “Attendees will have the opportunity to talk directly with the people leading the project and receive clear, accurate information tailored to their specific questions.”

Residents will have the chance to learn how the Depot Lane development is designed to be a safe, attractive, and significant investment in Schoharie’s infrastructure and sustainability. Experts will be available to discuss key topics including building design, tenant eligibility and selection, safety and neighborhood impact, and economic benefits for the Schoharie community.

The event is open to all members of the community, and no registration is required.

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