LEGAL NOTICE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 6:45 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the below matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, to hear all those persons who wish to speak in regard to the provisions of the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Budget for the City of Saratoga Springs, New York.  A second public hearing will be announced at a later date.

A copy of the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Budget and Budget Message is available for inspection in the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall, 474 Broadway, in the City of Saratoga Springs, Monday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and on the City web site at http://www.saratoga-springs.org.

A summary of the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Budget is as follows:

These tax rates are preliminary only, for the purpose of this proposed 2021 Budget.
Dated:  October 7, 2020
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK
By:    John P. Franck, City Clerk

MALTA — The GLOBALFOUNDRIES – Town of Malta Foundation was established to fund programs and projects that provide tangible benefits of a public nature to the community and citizens of the town of Malta.   

The Foundation is now accepting grant applications for its next round of funding. Complete grant applications must be received by the Board by Nov. 6, 2020, and grants will be announced and awarded in December. 

Applications may be submitted electronically or downloaded and mailed. 

Criteria: Applications will be accepted only from not for profit entities. Grants will be awarded only upon demonstration to the Board’s satisfaction that the grant will result in a clear benefit to the Community and Citizens of Malta. 

• Organizations based in Malta are strongly encouraged to apply; however, applications are welcome from any qualifying organization intent on contributing to the mission and meeting these criteria.

• Applications that leverage grant funding to achieve maximum benefit are preferred.

• Use of funds directly in the town of Malta is favored; however any use of funds with demonstrable benefits to the Community and Citizens of Malta will be considered.

• Applications supporting under-served segments of the community
encouraged.

Online submittal is preferred.  Application may also be submitted by mail. Emailed applications are not accepted. For more information and to download application, search online at: GlobalFoundries – Malta Foundation. Mailing address is GLOBALFOUNDRIES-Malta Foundation, P.O. Box 2914, Malta, NY, 12020

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Subaru recently donated $25,000 to support renovations to Saratoga Hospital’s William J. Hickey Women’s Health Services unit and help get babies and families off to a healthy start.

The gift, which was presented Oct. 2, is the dealership’s second significant contribution for the mother/baby unit project. Last year, Saratoga Subaru donated $18,444, for a combined gift of $43,444.

“These contributions from Saratoga Subaru will help us provide families and babies with the best possible birth experience,” said Angelo Calbone, Saratoga Hospital president and CEO. 

Both gifts are funded by Subaru of America’s annual Share the Love Event. During the holiday season, Subaru of America “shares the love” by donating $250 for each new Subaru that’s purchased or leased at a participating dealer—in this case, Saratoga Subaru, which is part of Mackey Auto Group.

The mother/baby unit renovations include updates to patient rooms and the family waiting area; new diagnostic testing, exam and treatment rooms; a remodeled nursery, including exam and treatment space; and new, larger staff support space.

Dr. Jennifer Lefner, chair of the Department of Pediatrics and chief of newborn medicine at Saratoga Hospital, emphasized the impact of the renovations—and Mackey Auto Group’s generosity—on families during an emotional, memorable time.

“As a neonatologist and a mom, I know that childbirth can be stressful and anxiety producing—and that the environment in which these momentous life occasions occur can and does impact the patient experience,” she said. “Mackey Auto Group has shared the love with Saratoga Hospital so that our patients can share their love in a modern, tranquil and comfortable space from the moment they arrive.”

LOS ANGELES — Pollstar recently announced the results of The Pollstar and VenuesNow 2020 State of the Industry Survey. 

The organization calls it the largest live industry study of its kind, with more than 1,350 live industry professionals – from venue management and, promoters/talent buyers to production and concert support services and performers, among others, polled on three primary subjects. 

These areas included how the live industry is managing during the pandemic and economic crisis; what the industry’s comeback will look like; and social issues, inclusivity, and diversity within our industry. 

 The survey yielded data including critical insights into the current state of the industry, a road map for recovery, a mandate for greater diversity and far more. 

Highlights of the survey include:

• More than half of all venue respondents, 54.8%, believe the industry will return “to full capacity” in 2021.
• 75.2% responded that they do not believe the government “has given proper consideration to the plight of the sports and live entertainment industry as compared to other impacted industries such as airlines, hotels, restaurants/retail.”
• Approximately 60% say they would personally embark on a tour or work a show now if health guidelines are followed (17.6% of those would work unconditionally).
• More than 80% expect an increase in cashless/touchless technologies.
• More than 72% of respondents expressed “concern about their company’s ability to survive COVID-19.”

Nearly half of those responding said they have received some sort of government assistance during the pandemic. Indicative of their love for this industry, more than half said they have not considered leaving the live entertainment business and less than 3% have embarked on a new career outside of live. More than half believe the industry can do better in terms of racial/cultural diversity, but less than 11% believe the industry has done a “terrible job” in this regard.

More survey information may be viewed at the Pollstar 2020 State of the Industry Survey hub at: www.pollstar.com/article/2020-state-of-the-industry-survey-results-a-transformational-moment-146514.

SARATOGA SPRINGS ­— Pitney Meadows Community Farm welcomes its new Executive Director, Lynn Trizna, who began shortly after Labor Day. 

An experienced farm manager well -versed in organic and sustainable farm practices, Lynn has a passion for preserving farmland, strengthening local farms, and inspiring communities to grow their own food. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Adirondack Trust Company has secured a 5-Star rating from BAUERFINANCIAL, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. A five-star rating indicates the bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. Earning and maintaining this top rating for 57 consecutive quarters puts Adirondack Trust in the most prestigious bracket as an Exceptional Performance Bank.

“The Adirondack Trust Company is proof that some banks are able to thrive even in the face of substantial adversity,” BAUERFINANCIAL President Karen Dorway said, in a statement. “We know the secret. As your local, community bank, The Adirondack Trust Company has a deep understanding of the needs and conditions of this area, perhaps better than anyone.”

The Adirondack Trust Company is an independent, locally owned and operated, community bank offering a wide variety of business and personal financial services. The bank has more than $1 billion in assets and 13 branch offices. The bank offers banking, trust, insurance, and wealth management services, and originates real estate mortgages, both residential and commercial, and commercial business loans throughout its primary market area. The bank’s website is AdirondackTrust.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dr. Sidharth Jogani has joined Saratoga Hospital Medical Group – Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. He specializes in treating breathing-related conditions and providing inpatient critical care.

Demand for pulmonologists, or lung doctors, has long been on the rise due, in part, to a growing senior population. The need has become even greater during the pandemic because COVID-19 is a serious lung disease.

Jogani comes to Saratoga Hospital from Northwest Medical Center in Bentonville, Arkansas. After earning a medical degree from Rural Medical College of Pravara Medical Trust in India, he completed an internship and residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse and a fellowship at Albany Medical Center. Jogani is board certified in internal medicine with subspecialty certifications in critical care medicine and pulmonary disease.

 He sees patients at 19 West Avenue in Saratoga Springs and at Saratoga Medical Park at Malta. For an appointment, call 518-693-4635. To learn more, go to www.saratogahospital.org.

Glens Falls — Seeley Office Systems hired Ashtin Givens as a Business Development Specialist.

Givens brings with her nearly six years of experience in business development and client management. She has worked in many different industries and has helped support organizations both big and small. Givens holds a B.S. in Human Development & Family Relations from SUNY Plattsburgh. During that time, Givens was heavily involved in community involvement and engagement.

In her roles prior to joining Seeley Office Systems, Givens was responsible for cultivating new business relationships in the greater Capital Region. Her focus on brand awareness and her ability to create meaningful partnerships have contributed to her successes throughout her career. For more information go to: www.seeleyoffice.com.

ALBANY — The Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Med received a donation of approximately $30,000 from Dunkin’ via a recent Iced Coffee Day campaign. 

During the one-day event on August 26, Dunkin’ franchisees donated $1 from every cup of Iced Coffee sold at participating Dunkin’ restaurants to the children’s hospital. Since its inception in 2012, Iced Coffee Day has now generated more than $275,000 for the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Med. 

The Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Med is a 125-bed facility devoted exclusively to the medical needs of infants, children and adolescents and is the referral center for all seriously ill and injured children from 25 counties in upstate New York and western New England.  It is staffed by 140 physicians trained in 40 subspecialties and more than 400 pediatric nurses, therapists, social workers and child life specialists.

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Academy for Lifelong Learning is the recipient of a $3,500 grant from the Stewart’s/Dake Family. The funds will be used to convert in-person educational classes and social activities to virtual offerings through Zoom.

“In March, we were forced to cancel our spring term eliminating 32 classes for retired seniors in our community. We took a hit financially and fundraising came to a halt,” Executive Director, Jeff Shinaman, said in a statement. “Thankfully, this grant is allowing us to purchase Zoom licenses and training for our volunteer study group leaders as we continue to inform and educate our 500 members.”

Twenty classes, most by Zoom, are currently offered during the Academy’s fall semester and continue through early November. A first-ever winter term is also being planned to start Jan. 11 with registration in November. A spring term will begin in early April. Annual membership through June 30, 2021 is $65. Eight-week classes are offered at $50 and four-week classes are $25.

Founded in 1992, the Academy is a nonprofit, membership organization whose members share a love of learning. For more information, contact the Academy office at 518-587-2100 ext. 2390 or go to www.esc.edu/all.