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WILLSBORO
What's in a name....? Seems the
hotel industry likes the name Willsboro. In doing a search for
the name, the internet produced at least two hotels with meeting or
banquet rooms named WILLSBORO. One is right across the lake in Burlington,
VT at the Sheraton Hotel. The
Best Western in White Horse England (Yes, England) has TWO rooms
named WILLSBORO. Imagine that!
What's in a name....? Part 2 A new sign over the
old bowling alley has peeked the curiosity of many. With the new
Visitors Center sign soon to appear (with the same spelling) over
the new building town's folk are asking...what's up?
Originally called Mill Town then established in 1799 as
Willsborough. In 1905 the ugh was dropped from usage with no
apparent reason. The Town Book has no reference for the
change... nor can the County Historical Society explain why the
change took place. The County Clerk's opinion is that in that
year the state changed the definitions of what a town and burgh were.
Willsboro being a town proper lost its ending. Of course there is
the "German" association theory.
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Willsboro
Mountain Rt. 22 BELIEVE IT OR NOT.... Construction
has started! Although only two miles of work will be done, it is a
start.... Expect delays in both the north and south bound lanes
of Rt. 22 starting Aug 9.
4 Candidates Vie for Republican
Nod
With the town supervisor's unexpired term up for grabs
in November, four Republicans have come forward seeking the
nomination in September's primary. Former town supervisor Robert
Ashline, former town councilman Darren Darrah along with Scott
Hommes and Lane Sayward all are on the ballot. The polls open at
6 am at the Willsboro Visitor's Center.
New Bench Makes Court Complete
With grants received by the Town, Willsboro now has a
bona-fide courtroom. Justices Coonrod and Paye have been
outspoken for years that Willsboro was the ONLY town in the
county without the state mandated facility. Although not new,
the "bench" has been installed by town workers and features
bullet-proof construction.
Noblewood Beach to be Expanded
Because the summer program uses the town beach during
the week and for the fact there is no afternoon sun on the
current location, the town and the Nature Conservancy have
agreed to expand the beach north to include the sandy point at
the mouth of the Boquet. "This is a pristine white-sandy beach"
stated Charlie Lustig. This section has been popular with the
locals and boaters for years. A plan is yet to be developed on
how to control or monitor the boaters near the public swimming
area. Did someone say harbor patrol?
Comprehensive Plan
Update:
The Willsboro Comprehensive Plan Committee has made progress
in developing an out line of the future development for the
community. Keep up to date by
clicking here.
Town Board Chooses not to
replace Supervisor With the resignation of Lori Lincoln,
the Town Board has decided to save the salary and manage the
town on its own. Stating that a Board member will attend county
meetings, although cannot vote.
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Electronic Speed Signs Operational
After many citizen complaints on speeding, the town secured a
grant to purchase several electronic speed signs. Two are stationary
and the other is a portable unit. The stationary signs are located
at the north and south ends of the hamlet area.
Town Beach Closed for 2010 Season
With the lifeguards heading back to collage, the town has been
forced to close the beach at Noblewood early this season. In
anticipation of the same thing happening next year a search is on to
secure more lifeguards to extend the season next year.
WARNING... The Railroad crossings at Coonrod Rd,
Sunset Dr, and Mountain View Drive are in bad shape. SLOW DOWN!
Updated
on-line Codes & Planning Office Forms Planning on an
addition to your house or camp, installing a swimming pool or a new
septic tank? Get your application here! Our e-gov section includes a
list of local contractors, sub-division applications, guidelines
and much more. Check out the Town Hall Section of WillsboroNY.com
TAKE THE BUS!
The Champlain North Route of Essex County's Public
transportation now services Willsboro, Essex and surrounding areas.
The new bus was purchased with a grant and County funding. The twice
daily route stops at the Willsboro Town Hall at 7:05 am and 4:36pm,
the Willsboro Visitor's Center downtown at 7:08am and 4:39pm, Essex
town parking lot at 7:17am and 4:46pm. The route proceeds through
Whallonsburg (Grange), Wadhams (bakery), onto Elizabethtown. The
round trip costs only $3. Boarding may also be accompanied enroute.
For further information, contact the Essex County Transportation
Department at 1-800-914-9266.
"Wild" Cats
Becoming and Issue Downtown
Over 15 cats have been counted so
far in the downtown area. The Town Board is aware of the
situation but claims there is not much they can do. Indicating
that they have already contacted the local SPCA and the Humane
Society. Villagers are warned from feeding these stray cats and
reminded that killing them by any means is illegal.
Town Board Appoints "Calendar Keeper" - In an
effort to coordinate all the events, meetings, school functions and
the 2009 400th celebrations, Amy Knickerbocker has been chosen to
"keep the calendar." In the past, Janice Allen held this position at
the Paine Memorial Library. The Town has recently been trying to
keep tabs on the Town Hall and the Visitor's Center as well as the
planned town-wide events. Amy will utilize the already created
on-line calendar on this web site. If you are a member of any
organization that holds meetings or events that need to be
publicized contact Amy at 963-4116 or email your meeting or event to
calendar@willsborony.com
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