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Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner Interview with Metro Green Business
Below is client Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner's January 3rd interview with Metro Green Business. Click here for the original: http://bit.ly/91wkAf
Q&A: Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner, President of Rueste International Limited Posted By Christina Jelski of Metro Green Business
Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner
Headquartered in Wappingers Falls, NY, Rueste International Limited offers a new, breakthrough technology that can change the way homes and businesses are wired. Unlike conventional electrical wiring systems, Rueste's N2A (Neural Network Architecture) system does not need a central controller, instead functioning as a "loop-wired system" that requires significantly less copper wire. According to Prof. Dr. Michael Braungart, founder and director of the Research Institute for the Environment in Hamburg, Germany, N2A reduces "the use of precious metals in an average installation" by up to 80 percent, and the technology increases energy efficiency by 59 to 89 percent. Providing dramatic energy cost savings, President of Rueste, Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner, believes that N2A is the future of electrical wiring technology and shared more on the innovative system with MGB.
What are some of the problems of conventional wiring systems?
Conventional electrical building wiring has not progressed for more than 100 years. While most technologies have advanced considerably since then, the way we wire buildings and electrical devices had not changed much until recently. Conventional wiring consumes enormous amounts of copper and other materials. Conventional wiring suffers from high-energy losses, has limited flexibility, and is difficult to integrate with new energy-smart solutions.
Also, it’s nearly impossible to combine systems such as intercom, child-safety, security, lighting, and climate control without running their wiring in parallel. This situation is further aggravated by the fact that manufacturers maintain inconsistent standards, require various voltages, and use exclusive interfaces for their components, which forces home owners to install redundant wires, multiple central control boxes and power supplies to operate them.
How did the concept for N2A wiring come about? And how does the technology work?
Al Buchner, the patent holder for the N2A (Neutral Network Architecture) wiring system, developed an electronic control system, eliminating the need for sub-management such as central control boxes. Buchner’s N2A system consists of electronic components that transmit, receive, and communicate instructions to all, and virtually any, electrical devices.
The system works in a simple manner by linking a series of intelligent components over a single thin wire. Each device is individually addressed with a unique ID. Devices communicate to each other and therefore eliminate the need for computers and software. As a result, the number and length of wires supplying power are reduced to a minimum. The system also eliminates “home runs” (the need to connect wires from devices back to the controllers), further reducing the amount of wire. Finally, the single wire of the N2A system integrates multiple operating systems that are typically wired in parallel.
What are some of the advantages of an N2A wiring system? Why is it a more sustainable option than conventional wiring systems?
The most impressive impact of the N2A wiring system may be its affordability to the average income family. It reduces the amount of copper wire necessary at installation and lowers energy consumption due to heat loss and copper resistance. Furthermore, it integrates multiple systems such as intercom, fire/smoke, security, lighting, climate control and others on one wire. It improves security because the component IDs can’t be hacked or reprogrammed remotely. And its components can be serviced while the system is in operation. By eliminating central control boxes, computers, and software, the system eliminates a central breakdown-point.
Installation and configuration of the N2A system is an easy one-time operation. At every location where there is a human interface, the system is child-safe because the system uses 24VDC (SELV means Safety Extra Low Voltage). The system can be used to improve child safety by permitting individual outlets to be turned off. The system also consumes minimal electricity, and is only under power while transmitting instructions. It also allows easy integration of other low power and energy-saving applications such as LED lighting and alternative energy sources like solar power. The system has virtually unlimited expandability.
How does a homeowner go about installing this new wiring system? How much does it usually cost?
The wiring used to deliver power to electrical devices and outlets in a home is no different than a conventional installation. Any qualified electrician can perform the basic installation and can learn to install the N2A components after a short training. The N2A system works with standard “off-the-shelf” components (such as light switches and junction boxes) available in most hardware stores.
Savings in wire and labor offset the cost of installing N2A. The homeowner savings calculated by using the N2A system make it cost-neutral or less expensive, depending on the complexity of the functionality. Owners can determine what level of complexity they want without incurring additional expense and anticipated costs will average from between $3 to $7 per square foot for the components in residential or commercial buildings.
How much money can an N2A wiring system save a homeowner?
The system is offered to homeowners with sustainability in mind. It is designed to reduce initial and operating costs, energy use, and carbon footprint, and can reduce the cost of electrical installations by as much as 75 percent. Since the system provides a cost-neutral installation, there is no payback period. Operational savings using the N2A system begin immediately and in most cases owners can expect a reduction in energy losses of between 10 percent and 30 percent. Renovations will be much less costly due to reduction in renovation impact (drywall repairs, painting, etc.) and additional components can be installed without having to rewire the building—they can simply be connected to the control loop.
Q&A: Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner, President of Rueste International Limited Posted By Christina Jelski of Metro Green Business
Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner
Headquartered in Wappingers Falls, NY, Rueste International Limited offers a new, breakthrough technology that can change the way homes and businesses are wired. Unlike conventional electrical wiring systems, Rueste's N2A (Neural Network Architecture) system does not need a central controller, instead functioning as a "loop-wired system" that requires significantly less copper wire. According to Prof. Dr. Michael Braungart, founder and director of the Research Institute for the Environment in Hamburg, Germany, N2A reduces "the use of precious metals in an average installation" by up to 80 percent, and the technology increases energy efficiency by 59 to 89 percent. Providing dramatic energy cost savings, President of Rueste, Dr. Karl-Heinz Froehner, believes that N2A is the future of electrical wiring technology and shared more on the innovative system with MGB.
What are some of the problems of conventional wiring systems?
Conventional electrical building wiring has not progressed for more than 100 years. While most technologies have advanced considerably since then, the way we wire buildings and electrical devices had not changed much until recently. Conventional wiring consumes enormous amounts of copper and other materials. Conventional wiring suffers from high-energy losses, has limited flexibility, and is difficult to integrate with new energy-smart solutions.
Also, it’s nearly impossible to combine systems such as intercom, child-safety, security, lighting, and climate control without running their wiring in parallel. This situation is further aggravated by the fact that manufacturers maintain inconsistent standards, require various voltages, and use exclusive interfaces for their components, which forces home owners to install redundant wires, multiple central control boxes and power supplies to operate them.
How did the concept for N2A wiring come about? And how does the technology work?
Al Buchner, the patent holder for the N2A (Neutral Network Architecture) wiring system, developed an electronic control system, eliminating the need for sub-management such as central control boxes. Buchner’s N2A system consists of electronic components that transmit, receive, and communicate instructions to all, and virtually any, electrical devices.
The system works in a simple manner by linking a series of intelligent components over a single thin wire. Each device is individually addressed with a unique ID. Devices communicate to each other and therefore eliminate the need for computers and software. As a result, the number and length of wires supplying power are reduced to a minimum. The system also eliminates “home runs” (the need to connect wires from devices back to the controllers), further reducing the amount of wire. Finally, the single wire of the N2A system integrates multiple operating systems that are typically wired in parallel.
What are some of the advantages of an N2A wiring system? Why is it a more sustainable option than conventional wiring systems?
The most impressive impact of the N2A wiring system may be its affordability to the average income family. It reduces the amount of copper wire necessary at installation and lowers energy consumption due to heat loss and copper resistance. Furthermore, it integrates multiple systems such as intercom, fire/smoke, security, lighting, climate control and others on one wire. It improves security because the component IDs can’t be hacked or reprogrammed remotely. And its components can be serviced while the system is in operation. By eliminating central control boxes, computers, and software, the system eliminates a central breakdown-point.
Installation and configuration of the N2A system is an easy one-time operation. At every location where there is a human interface, the system is child-safe because the system uses 24VDC (SELV means Safety Extra Low Voltage). The system can be used to improve child safety by permitting individual outlets to be turned off. The system also consumes minimal electricity, and is only under power while transmitting instructions. It also allows easy integration of other low power and energy-saving applications such as LED lighting and alternative energy sources like solar power. The system has virtually unlimited expandability.
How does a homeowner go about installing this new wiring system? How much does it usually cost?
The wiring used to deliver power to electrical devices and outlets in a home is no different than a conventional installation. Any qualified electrician can perform the basic installation and can learn to install the N2A components after a short training. The N2A system works with standard “off-the-shelf” components (such as light switches and junction boxes) available in most hardware stores.
Savings in wire and labor offset the cost of installing N2A. The homeowner savings calculated by using the N2A system make it cost-neutral or less expensive, depending on the complexity of the functionality. Owners can determine what level of complexity they want without incurring additional expense and anticipated costs will average from between $3 to $7 per square foot for the components in residential or commercial buildings.
How much money can an N2A wiring system save a homeowner?
The system is offered to homeowners with sustainability in mind. It is designed to reduce initial and operating costs, energy use, and carbon footprint, and can reduce the cost of electrical installations by as much as 75 percent. Since the system provides a cost-neutral installation, there is no payback period. Operational savings using the N2A system begin immediately and in most cases owners can expect a reduction in energy losses of between 10 percent and 30 percent. Renovations will be much less costly due to reduction in renovation impact (drywall repairs, painting, etc.) and additional components can be installed without having to rewire the building—they can simply be connected to the control loop.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Late Night Shopping in Cold Spring
Keep Main Street Alive, Shop Locally
The following merchants will stay open until 8:00 p.m. on December 3rd, 10th, and 17th. In addition, these stores will offer a 10% discount on non-sale items:
Archipelago
Back in Ireland
Bijou
Chicadee Galleries
Cold Spring Train Works
The Country Goose
The Country Touch
Cup-o-Ccino
Decades
Hudson Valley Outfitters
Indigo Chic
Momminia
Payning by Caryn
Reflections on the Hudson
Reigning Dogs & Cats
Womens Work
This event is sponsored by the Cold Spring Merchants Association.
Visit ColdSpringOnHudson.com
The following merchants will stay open until 8:00 p.m. on December 3rd, 10th, and 17th. In addition, these stores will offer a 10% discount on non-sale items:
Archipelago
Back in Ireland
Bijou
Chicadee Galleries
Cold Spring Train Works
The Country Goose
The Country Touch
Cup-o-Ccino
Decades
Hudson Valley Outfitters
Indigo Chic
Momminia
Payning by Caryn
Reflections on the Hudson
Reigning Dogs & Cats
Womens Work
This event is sponsored by the Cold Spring Merchants Association.
Visit ColdSpringOnHudson.com
Monday, November 9, 2009
It's Time Hudson Valley Companies Recruit, Retain & Inspire Higher Quality Employees
Featuring Guest Blogger, Skip Weisman of Weisman Success Resources
Three key issues face Hudson Valley businesses as the economy begins to improve in 2010, according to Skip Weisman of Weisman Success Resources, Inc., a Poughkeepsie based business consultant and coach. Those areas include, 1) retention of key employees, 2) recruitment of higher quality employees, and 3) making sure each is happy, secure and in the right positions to provide maximum value to the company.
For those reasons, I am pleased to announce an international affiliation with Human Potential Global, Ltd. (www.humanpotentialglobal.com ), the fastest growing facilitator of the Harrison Assessments on the continent of Asia.
Harrison Assessments are recognized internationally as the premier tool in the recruitment and interview process, including managing the performance of existing employees and facilitating teamwork.
If you look at professional sports teams, they excel in personnel and performance management. They do it with a systematic and statistical approach that provides quantifiable results. Most companies, regardless of the strength of their human resources departments, do it with the hunch and hope approach. It’s time to get into the 21st Century, and Harrison Assessments will help my clients do that.
In recognition of this international affiliation, I've just released a White Paper Report on the “6 Keys to Creating, Managing & Maintaining a High Performing Business Team that Gets Champion Level Results.” Any business leader that would like a copy of my latest White Paper should call 845-463-3838 or visit http://tinyurl.com/6keystohighperfchampteamorder.
For more information on Weisman Success Resources, call me at 845-463-3838 or visit www.WeismanSuccessResources.com.
Three key issues face Hudson Valley businesses as the economy begins to improve in 2010, according to Skip Weisman of Weisman Success Resources, Inc., a Poughkeepsie based business consultant and coach. Those areas include, 1) retention of key employees, 2) recruitment of higher quality employees, and 3) making sure each is happy, secure and in the right positions to provide maximum value to the company.
For those reasons, I am pleased to announce an international affiliation with Human Potential Global, Ltd. (www.humanpotentialglobal.com ), the fastest growing facilitator of the Harrison Assessments on the continent of Asia.
Harrison Assessments are recognized internationally as the premier tool in the recruitment and interview process, including managing the performance of existing employees and facilitating teamwork.
If you look at professional sports teams, they excel in personnel and performance management. They do it with a systematic and statistical approach that provides quantifiable results. Most companies, regardless of the strength of their human resources departments, do it with the hunch and hope approach. It’s time to get into the 21st Century, and Harrison Assessments will help my clients do that.
In recognition of this international affiliation, I've just released a White Paper Report on the “6 Keys to Creating, Managing & Maintaining a High Performing Business Team that Gets Champion Level Results.” Any business leader that would like a copy of my latest White Paper should call 845-463-3838 or visit http://tinyurl.com/6keystohighperfchampteamorder.
For more information on Weisman Success Resources, call me at 845-463-3838 or visit www.WeismanSuccessResources.com.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Don't Vote
Whatever you do on November 3rd, don’t vote.
Because if you don’t vote, Don Smith will continue to rule.
And that’s just what he wants.
If you don’t vote, we'll have the same sheriff we’ve had for 8 years.
On November 1, 2009, Lohud.com, the online component of The Journal News, reported Don Smith’s failures as sheriff, “Among the controversies is the May 2006 jail suicide of a Putnam Valley man whose family later sued the county, a case that was recently settled. There’s also Deputy Barbara Dunn, who was indicted last month on multiple charges of grand larceny, perjury and official misconduct, in part, to her investigating crimes against animals while serving as president of the Putnam Humane Society.”
“And there’s the case of a Putnam Valley Middle School student who claimed she was sexually assaulted in 2001 by a male teacher, although the crime wasn’t reported to police until 2003. A state agency found that sheriff’s investigators, the District Attorney’s Office and school officials botched the case. The teacher was never charged and was allowed to resign.”
There’s another choice. You have an opportunity this year to vote for a leader who will be accountable to the voters. You can vote for a new Putnam County Sheriff, Kevin McConville.
Lohud.com: “So many people identify with us and what we want to do,” McConville said. “I’ve met with hundreds of people who are not happy with the current administration and want change.”
“A law enforcement organization should be about professionalism and accountability,” McConville said. “That’s what I intend to bring the people of Putnam County.”
So, don’t vote if you want Don Smith to continue ruining Putnam County.
Or, vote for a new Democratic leader and change.
Because if you don’t vote, Don Smith will continue to rule.
And that’s just what he wants.
If you don’t vote, we'll have the same sheriff we’ve had for 8 years.
On November 1, 2009, Lohud.com, the online component of The Journal News, reported Don Smith’s failures as sheriff, “Among the controversies is the May 2006 jail suicide of a Putnam Valley man whose family later sued the county, a case that was recently settled. There’s also Deputy Barbara Dunn, who was indicted last month on multiple charges of grand larceny, perjury and official misconduct, in part, to her investigating crimes against animals while serving as president of the Putnam Humane Society.”
“And there’s the case of a Putnam Valley Middle School student who claimed she was sexually assaulted in 2001 by a male teacher, although the crime wasn’t reported to police until 2003. A state agency found that sheriff’s investigators, the District Attorney’s Office and school officials botched the case. The teacher was never charged and was allowed to resign.”
There’s another choice. You have an opportunity this year to vote for a leader who will be accountable to the voters. You can vote for a new Putnam County Sheriff, Kevin McConville.
Lohud.com: “So many people identify with us and what we want to do,” McConville said. “I’ve met with hundreds of people who are not happy with the current administration and want change.”
“A law enforcement organization should be about professionalism and accountability,” McConville said. “That’s what I intend to bring the people of Putnam County.”
So, don’t vote if you want Don Smith to continue ruining Putnam County.
Or, vote for a new Democratic leader and change.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Carmel Debate, 10-29-09: Marc Pekowsky for Carmel Town Council
At Thursday's debate held in the Town of Carmel, Marc Pekowsky, candidate for Town Council stood head and shoulders above his opponents.
When asked about his vision and qualifications, Pekowsky explained, "I am a centrist who is willing to work on behalf of the residents and businesses in Carmel. While I live in Carmel with my wife and family, I do not work here, nor do I have any business connections in Carmel. Therefore, I can be an honest broker when it comes to making critical decisions involving taxpayers' money." Pekowsky was applauded for his honest, candid manner.
Many Carmel residents felt Pekowsky had made a strong case for his candidacy by demonstrating a fair and balanced approach to Town government. Particularly welcomed was Pekowsky's commitment to open, transparent government which has been sorely lacking in Carmel in the last 14 years. Also applauded was Pekowsky's economic vision for the Town that would preserve its character while offering job opportunities to its citizens.
When asked about his vision and qualifications, Pekowsky explained, "I am a centrist who is willing to work on behalf of the residents and businesses in Carmel. While I live in Carmel with my wife and family, I do not work here, nor do I have any business connections in Carmel. Therefore, I can be an honest broker when it comes to making critical decisions involving taxpayers' money." Pekowsky was applauded for his honest, candid manner.
Many Carmel residents felt Pekowsky had made a strong case for his candidacy by demonstrating a fair and balanced approach to Town government. Particularly welcomed was Pekowsky's commitment to open, transparent government which has been sorely lacking in Carmel in the last 14 years. Also applauded was Pekowsky's economic vision for the Town that would preserve its character while offering job opportunities to its citizens.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Why Did Smith Fail to Win a Majority Vote from His Party: Part II
In our last blog post we addressed why Don Smith failed to win the majority vote from his party. At last night's debate in the Town of Kent, we witnessed another example of why Don Smith failed to win his party's majority vote. During the debate Kevin McConville read excerpts from the New York State Commission of Correction regarding the 2006 Putnam jail suicide of Spencer Sinkov.
The report clearly states it was the responsibility of the Sheriff to prevent the suicide: "Sinkov's death could have been prevented had proper suicide prevention precautions been taken and had department policy and procedures been properly followed." The Sheriff hung his head in shame.
Don Smith's only reply was to ignore the statistics in the FBI's 2008 Crime in the U.S. report regarding increasing crime in Putnam County (http://www.fbi.gov/ucr/cius2008/index.html).
Smith also ignored the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services rising crime statistics for 2006-08 -- which Smith likes to omit although he was Sheriff during that time. To confirm these facts, visit http://criminaljustice.state.ny.us/. Smith brazenly stated that crime did not rise and there is no threat to Putnam County.
Once again, he avoided discussing the Karen Meltz excessive force lawsuit, the charges of illegal search and seizure by his office in the Nelson lawsuit, and, though he was visibly shaken, denied any responsibility in the Sinkov suicide lawsuit.
If you believe in justice, if you want a safe and secure Putnam County, vote for Kevin McConville for Sheriff of Putnam County - Row A of the ballot.
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
The report clearly states it was the responsibility of the Sheriff to prevent the suicide: "Sinkov's death could have been prevented had proper suicide prevention precautions been taken and had department policy and procedures been properly followed." The Sheriff hung his head in shame.
Don Smith's only reply was to ignore the statistics in the FBI's 2008 Crime in the U.S. report regarding increasing crime in Putnam County (http://www.fbi.gov/ucr/cius2008/index.html).
Smith also ignored the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services rising crime statistics for 2006-08 -- which Smith likes to omit although he was Sheriff during that time. To confirm these facts, visit http://criminaljustice.state.ny.us/. Smith brazenly stated that crime did not rise and there is no threat to Putnam County.
Once again, he avoided discussing the Karen Meltz excessive force lawsuit, the charges of illegal search and seizure by his office in the Nelson lawsuit, and, though he was visibly shaken, denied any responsibility in the Sinkov suicide lawsuit.
If you believe in justice, if you want a safe and secure Putnam County, vote for Kevin McConville for Sheriff of Putnam County - Row A of the ballot.
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Why Did Smith Fail to Win a Majority Vote from His Party?
In the Republic primary for Sheriff on September 15, Don Smith failed to win a majority of his own party - receiving only 47.8% of the vote. That's surprising for an incumbent who has been in office almost eight years. Obviously, the people who know Smith best wanted another candidate.
There are a lot of reasons for Smith's failure:
Poor Law Enforcement
There are a lot of reasons for Smith's failure:
Poor Law Enforcement
- New York State Criminal Justice reports Putnam crime is up 34% in last three years
- Alcohol-involved accidents up 163%, total auto accidents increased 67%
- Condemned by NYS Commission of Investigation for failure to properly handle teen rape case
- Did not properly train in use of force: Deputies injured and hospitalized a woman
- Injured woman sued: lawsuit settled in her favor, damages to be paid by taxpayers
- Sheriff violated Putnam ethics code, let Deputy Dunn head Putnam Humane Society
- Smith allowed Dunn to make TV ad in uniform, an ethics code violation
- Karen Meltz excessive force lawsuit settled out-of-court; taxpayers pay
- Sinkov suicide lawsuit settles, Smith held partly responsible for suicide
- Nelson lawsuit charges illegal search and seizure; in preliminary stages
- Failure to act on findings by NYS Commission of Correction to prevent additional suicides in jail led to Sinkov suicide
- Accepted $1,000 campaign donation from jail medical provider, Americor, 10 weeks after Sinkov suicide
- Americor found 35% at fault in Sinkov suicide, supported Smith
- Smith failed to update policy and procedure manual during eight years in office
- Did not control overtime in jail, taxpayers will pay
- Instilling core values
- Promoting safety
- Ensuring safety
- Training, education and mentoring
- Enforcing the law equitably
Monday, October 19, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Hudson Valley Law Enforcement Golf Classic
Yesterday the Committee to Elect Kevin McConville for Putnam County Sheriff sponsored the Hudson Valley Law Enforcement Golf Classic. The site of the event was the Putnam National Golf Club in Mahopac. Boy, was it a day for golfing. As you can see from the pictures below the sun was beating down on Kevin McConville and his golfers. I hope everyone wore sunscreen.
A trip for two to Myrtle Beach, SC was raffled off as well as golf bags, putters and drivers. All proceeds from the raffle were donated to the the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.
A trip for two to Myrtle Beach, SC was raffled off as well as golf bags, putters and drivers. All proceeds from the raffle were donated to the the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
“Taking Back Carmel” Fundraising Dinner Features Democratic Congressman John Hall
The Town of Carmel Democratic Committee hosts dinner for candidates David Wilson and Marc Pekowsky
Mahopac, NY – The Town of Carmel Democratic Committee will present “Taking Back Carmel” on Saturday, September 12th – a fundraising dinner for David Wilson, Democratic Candidate for Carmel Town Supervisor, and Marc Pekowsky, Democratic Candidate for Carmel Town Council. The event will take place at the Desert Sun Restaurant in Mahopac, featuring guest of honor U.S. Congressman John Hall, Democrat, District 19.
A journalist with over 30 years of experience, Wilson operates his own business in Mahopac and has reported on municipal government for The New York Times, The Boston Globe and The Journal News. He currently writes for university magazines around the country and is a regular contributor to the Harvard Education Letter. Wilson, president of the 1,300-member Westchester Cycle Club since 2005, is co-founder of the Westchester Putnam Bike Walk Alliance. Wilson has also been endorsed by the Independence Party, the Working Families Party and The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body.
A public school teacher for 18 years, Pekowsky is a representative of the Yonkers Federation of Teachers. He serves on the Board of Directors of The Putnam Arts Council and is active in numerous civic associations. Pekowsky and his wife live in Mahopac. He has also been endorsed by the Independence Party, the Working Families Party and The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body.
The contribution per person is $75.00 and includes a Southwestern Cuisine buffet, soft drinks, beer, wine and musical entertainment. A cash bar will also be available.
For reservations and tickets, please call 845-621-1051 or e-mail Marc(at)VoteMarc09(dot)com. For more information on the candidates, please visit www.wilsonforcarmel.com and www.votemarc09.com.
Mahopac, NY – The Town of Carmel Democratic Committee will present “Taking Back Carmel” on Saturday, September 12th – a fundraising dinner for David Wilson, Democratic Candidate for Carmel Town Supervisor, and Marc Pekowsky, Democratic Candidate for Carmel Town Council. The event will take place at the Desert Sun Restaurant in Mahopac, featuring guest of honor U.S. Congressman John Hall, Democrat, District 19.
A journalist with over 30 years of experience, Wilson operates his own business in Mahopac and has reported on municipal government for The New York Times, The Boston Globe and The Journal News. He currently writes for university magazines around the country and is a regular contributor to the Harvard Education Letter. Wilson, president of the 1,300-member Westchester Cycle Club since 2005, is co-founder of the Westchester Putnam Bike Walk Alliance. Wilson has also been endorsed by the Independence Party, the Working Families Party and The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body.
A public school teacher for 18 years, Pekowsky is a representative of the Yonkers Federation of Teachers. He serves on the Board of Directors of The Putnam Arts Council and is active in numerous civic associations. Pekowsky and his wife live in Mahopac. He has also been endorsed by the Independence Party, the Working Families Party and The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body.
The contribution per person is $75.00 and includes a Southwestern Cuisine buffet, soft drinks, beer, wine and musical entertainment. A cash bar will also be available.
For reservations and tickets, please call 845-621-1051 or e-mail Marc(at)VoteMarc09(dot)com. For more information on the candidates, please visit www.wilsonforcarmel.com and www.votemarc09.com.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Kevin McConville Special Guest on Doc Rick's "When Your Health Matters"
Tune in to 920-AM, 1260-AM & 1420-AM @ 5pm to hear Putnam County Sheriff candidate Kevin McConville on Doctor Richard Huntoon's radio show, "When Your Health Matters". He'll be discussing safety in Putnam County.
Friday, September 4, 2009
Putnam’s Largest Labor Union Endorses David Wilson for Carmel Town Supervisor
The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body -- Putnam’s largest labor union organization -- has endorsed David Wilson, Democratic candidate for the Carmel Town Supervisor.
The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body represents 100,000 working men and women. Its affiliated unions represent teachers, firefighters, communication workers, electrical workers, nurses, painters, Civil Service Employees and Service Employees.
A journalist with over 30 years of experience, Wilson operates his own business in Mahopac and he has reported on municipal government for The Journal News, The New York Times and The Boston Globe. He currently writes for university magazines around the country and is a regular contributor to the Harvard Education Letter.
Wilson, president of the 1,300-member Westchester Cycle Club since 2005, is co-founder of the Westchester Putnam Bike Walk Alliance. He’s active in the Mahopac Sports Association and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Brewster. The father of two boys, Wilson lives in Mahopac.
“I’ve been in the trenches, writing about municipal government for 30 years,” said Wilson. “I know how government works and I know how to ask the right questions to fight for solutions to the tough issues that face our town.”
Wilson has also been endorsed by the Independence Party and the Working Families Party. For additional details, visit www.WilsonForCarmel.com.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
AFL CIO Press Conference
Last Tuesday night was the AFL CIO press conference in Tarrytown, NY, where Kevin McConville, along with all the Westchester and Putnam County candidates, met to discuss their views. Here are just a few snapshots from the night.
Kevin McConville & the Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body President, Paul Ryan.
The Putnam County candidates.
Kevin McConville & Janet DiFiore.
All the Westchester & Putnam County candidates
Kevin McConville & the Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body President, Paul Ryan.
The Putnam County candidates.
Kevin McConville & Janet DiFiore.
All the Westchester & Putnam County candidates
Monday, August 31, 2009
Putnam County Debate at Temple Beth Shalom
Sunday, August 30th, the candidates for Putnam County Sheriff, Carmel Town Council, and Carmel Town Supervisor participated in a debate at Temple Beth Shalom in Mahopac, NY. Below you will find photos of the candidates in action:
Marc Pekowsky, Democratic candidate for Carmel Town Council.
Kevin McConville, Democratic Candidate for Putnam County Sheriff.
David McKay Wilson, Democratic candidate for Carmel Town Supervisor.
Putnam’s Largest Labor Union Organization Endorses Marc Pekowsky for Carmel Town Council
Putnam’s largest labor union organization, the Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body AFL-CIO, has unanimously endorsed Marc Pekowsky, Democratic candidate for Carmel Town Council.
The Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body represents 100,000 working men and women. Its affiliated unions represent teachers, firefighters, communication workers, electrical workers, nurses, painters, Civil Service Employees and Service Employees.
A public school teacher for 18 years, Pekowsky is also a representative of the Yonkers Federation of Teachers. He serves on the Board of Directors of The Putnam Arts Council and is active in numerous civic associations. He and his wife live in Mahopac.
“I am honored to receive this endorsement,” says Pekowsky. “As a proud union member myself, I both recognize and appreciate the contribution that unions have made to the lives of millions of working men and women by championing the causes of workplace safety, vocational training and collective bargaining. I look forward to working with the good men and women of labor as an elected official on behalf of the people of the Town of Carmel.”
Pekowsky has also been endorsed by both the Independence Party and Working Families Party. For further information about Marc Pekowsky and his candidacy for the Carmel Town Council, please visit www.votemarc09.com or you can contact him via email at Marc@VoteMarc09.com or call 914-260-1060.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Expensive Search for “Lost” Teenager Resulted from Lack of Training and Oversight Says Sheriff Candidate McConville
Cold Spring, NY, August 24, 2009 – Another case of incompetence in the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department recently involved a “lost” teenager who was actually locked up in the County jail. “This latest problem is another sad example of why we need professional, experienced and proven leadership in that law enforcement agency,” stated Democratic candidate for sheriff, Kevin McConville.
The current leadership of the Department approved a costly and unnecessary search by more than 100 volunteers, professionals, cars and a helicopter -- all at taxpayer expense. And all was wasted because the “lost” teenager was in the county jail.
What is the solution? Professionals believe that proper training and continuing oversight of law enforcement policies and practices are absolutely essential. First, though, it is essential to have a department sheriff who has experienced all the various stages of policing, from being a cop on the beat to chief of a large police agency.
“I’m running for sheriff with the commitment that effective training will be required for all deputies, and that oversight will be thoroughly planned and applied,” Kevin McConville stated. “We should never be in the position of not knowing who our detainees are and what their needs may be.”
There are specified procedures that should be followed when a defendant is remanded to the custody of the Putnam County Correctional Facility. First, appropriate screening procedures must be followed. New York State’s Commission on Corrections (SCOC) mandates a screening process, called a risk/medical assessment.
Such an assessment probably would have determined that the individual is developmentally challenged, which would require an examination by a medical professional. Thus, the needless costly search would have been stopped. The parents could have been notified and helpful in his treatment.
“If you choose to elect me as your sheriff, I commit to you that effective training will be a regular, continuing procedure,” said McConville. “Why do I believe this can be achieved in Putnam within the current budget?” McConville asked rhetorically. “Because, before I retired in January, I did these things routinely as Chief of the MTA Police Department, which has a staff of 768. And we can do them in Putnam County; all we need is a professional in the top job. I am confident I can handle that job, because as I have stated to everyone, ‘Bottom line, I’m a cop.’
“Maybe that’s why I’ve been endorsed over the incumbent by the New York State Association of Chiefs of Police…and also unanimously endorsed over the incumbent by the AFL-CIO Central Labor Body of Westchester and Putnam Counties.”
McConville concluded, “Together, we can build a ‘Safe and Secure Putnam.’”
For more information on Kevin McConville’s candidacy, visit www.kevinmcconville.com.
About Kevin McConville
Kevin McConville has 29 years of experience in law enforcement. He moved through the ranks rising from police officer to detective to captain and was appointed Chief of the MTA Police in 2005. McConville has served on the board of governors of the New York State Association of Chiefs of Police and is active as a retired chief. He holds a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and a Masters degree in Public Administration from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY. Kevin is a lifelong resident of Putnam County and resides with his family in Cold Spring, NY.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
When Your Health Matters
Hudson Valley's Fountain of Youth
August 5th at 5pm, Doc Rick and guest Dr. Lynne Kavulich will discuss anti-aging methods for residents of the Hudson Valley who are looking for ways to stay forever young.
Dr. Lynne Kavulich is the founder of American Wellness Care in the Hudson Valley. She offers her clients an integrative approach to the most advanced drugless protocols for peak performance. These drugless methods include chiropractic, anti-aging medicine and clinical nutrition.
Airing August 5th at 5pm on WLNA, WBNR, & WGHQ
Learn more about Dr. Kavulich and anti-aging at, http://feel-great-at-any-age.com/
Monday, July 20, 2009
Walking for Hope
We posted earlier about the House of Faith Ministry's "Walk of Hope" scheduled for Saturday, July 18th. Below are a handful of photo's from the fundraiser:
Putnam County Sheriff Candidate Kevin McConville & House of Faith Founder Minister Smith
Kevin McConville and Minister Smith before the "Walk of Hope"
The front of the walk
Candid photo of Kevin McConville
Putnam County Sheriff Candidate Kevin McConville & House of Faith Founder Minister Smith
Kevin McConville and Minister Smith before the "Walk of Hope"
The front of the walk
Candid photo of Kevin McConville
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