Archive of Superintendent's Profile Articles
2021 N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo
Profile Staff - November 2021
The 2021 N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo is in the books and once again, it was a resounding success. With more than 100,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space and nearly 150 exhibits, highway departments from across the state were drawn to the Expo Center at the NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse to experience the largest collection of highway and municipal equipment on display in New York State since the previous Expo in 2019. ... more on 2021 N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo
N.Y.S Association of Town Supers Holds Annual Conference
Profile Staff - November 2021
The New York State Association of Town Superintendents of Highways (NYSAOTSOH) held its 92nd annual conference and educational symposium and EXPO Sept. 28-30 at the Saratoga Hilton in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. ... more on N.Y.S Association of Town Supers Holds Annual Conference
Editor's Notebook November 2021
Craig Mongeau - Editor in Chief - November 2021
Well, the N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo is officially in the books and wow, what a great way it was to emerge from the COVID cocoon that was 2020. In a good way — maybe the only good way — 2020 showed us what we missed and really cared about once those things were either gone or scaled significantly back. ... more on Editor's Notebook November 2021
Highway Superintendent Jeffery Baker and the City of Sherrill
Lori Lovely – PROFILE CORRESPONDENT - November 2021
Sports teaches us many things: teamwork, a good work ethic, leadership and even innovative thinking. These are a few of the qualities Jeffrey Baker picked up from years of coaching and playing sports at both the community and college level that he uses in his position as superintendent for the city of Sherrill in Oneida County. ... more on Highway Superintendent Jeffery Baker and the City of Sherrill
Editor's Notebook October 2021
Craig Mongeau - Editor in Chief - October 2021
When I was young, I heard that when you get older, it becomes harder to sleep, especially stay asleep. I'm older now and for me, it's true. I'm tired, but no matter the day, I wake up before 7 a.m. ... more on Editor's Notebook October 2021
Highway Superintendent George Dimler and the Town of Marbletown
Lori Lovely – PROFILE CORRESPONDENT - October 2021
From saving lives as a fire fighter for 42 years to rescuing animals to redeeming the town of Marbletown's roads and highway equipment, George Dimler has spent his life preserving whatever he's around. ... more on Highway Superintendent George Dimler and the Town of Marbletown
2021 N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo Exhibitors
Profile Staff - October 2021
Absolute Auctions & Realty Inc. Booth 71Absolute Auctions & Realty Inc. is a full-service auction firm providing municipalities and other government agencies "No Cost" auction services for items declared surplus. ... more on 2021 N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo Exhibitors
Highway Superintendent Harry Donahue and the Village of Brockport
Mary Yamin-Garone - PROFILE CORRESPONDENT - September 2021
As the saying goes, "All good things must come to an end."That was true for Highway Superintendent Harry Donahue. He hung up his hat for the last time at the end of July after 38 years of service. Raised one block over from the DPW shop in the village of Brockport, Harry attended Wemoco Trade School after high school. ... more on Highway Superintendent Harry Donahue and the Village of Brockport
Editor's Notebook September 2021
Craig Mongeau - Editor in Chief - September 2021
Well, three big things have happened since the August issue of Superintendent's Profile. One … sigh, well, you know … there's a new governor. That's not even worth getting into how that all unfolded. ... more on Editor's Notebook September 2021
Highway Superintendent David Dopp and the Town of Perth
Lori Lovely – PROFILE CORRESPONDENT - August 2021
Lifelong Perth resident David Dopp is the town's longest-serving highway superintendent, clocking in at 26 years and counting — counting, because he intends to run for office again in November, an election he anticipates winning, as he is expected to run unopposed. ... more on Highway Superintendent David Dopp and the Town of Perth
Craig Mongeau - August 2021
All of you probably know by now that the annual N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo will be taking place on Oct. 13 at the NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse. So, it's back to being "annual" despite last year's respite due to you know who and what. ... more on Editor's Notebook August 2021
Craig Mongeau - July 2021
Oh, thank God and thank you. On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, all COVID-19 restrictions were lifted in New York State. What a momentous day after almost a year-and-a-half of lockdowns, empty restaurants and bars, vacant movie theaters and sports and concert venues, virtual school, job losses and among the worst things, so many grandparents, not being able to visit with their grandchildren. ... more on Editor's Notebook July 2021
Highway Superintendent Benjamin Perry and the Town of Ghent
Lori Lovely – PROFILE CORRESPONDENT - July 2021
When a town elects a mechanic to serve as its highway superintendent, it should come as no surprise that equipment and fleet maintenance become top priorities. "The town board has worked with me very well in understanding my main goal of maintenance," said Benjamin Perry, the town of Ghent's youngest highway superintendent in 2014 — and one of the youngest in the entire state. ... more on Highway Superintendent Benjamin Perry and the Town of Ghent
Highway Superintendent Edward Adams and the Franklin County Highway Department
By Mary Yamin-Garone - June 2021
You might say Ed Adams is the new kid on the block. Within five months, he went from deputy highway superintendent of the Franklin County Highway Department to being the main man. How did that happen so fast?"I was working for an engineering firm here in Malone and was watching a rehab project that was going on," he said. ... more on Highway Superintendent Edward Adams and the Franklin County Highway Department
Highway Superintendent Rob Lanfear and the Town of Lake George
By Mary Yamin-Garone - May 2021
Lake George Highway Superintendent Rob Lanfear grew up in Lake George with four brothers and one sister. "I attended Lake George elementary and high school," he said. "After that, I went to work running tow trucks and doing light mechanical work for Lakeview Automotive and C & D Automotive in Queensbury. ... more on Highway Superintendent Rob Lanfear and the Town of Lake George
Highway Superintendent Patrick Steger and the Town of Niles
By Lori Lovely - April 2021
It's time to slow down, said Patrick Steger, highway superintendent of the town of Niles, who was first elected to the office in 1988. His current term doesn't expire until 2023, but he hopes to retire in the spring of 2021, leaving the department in the capable hands of his deputy highway superintendent, Roger Slater. ... more on Highway Superintendent Patrick Steger and the Town of Niles
Highway Superintendent Travis Keyes and the Town of Salem
By Mary Yamin-Garone - March 2021
For Travis Keyes, it doesn't get much better than this. He loves his family. He loves the town where he has spent most of his life. He loves getting up every morning and doing his job as the highway superintendent for the town of Salem. ... more on Highway Superintendent Travis Keyes and the Town of Salem
Highway Superintendent Jamie Durant and the Town of Bombay
By Lori Lovely - January 2021
If you don't get an answer when you call the Town of Bombay Highway Department, be patient. Highway Superintendent Jamie Durant doesn't have a secretary to take calls and he may be out plowing the 62.16 lane miles in the town or the 25.56 miles in the county. ... more on Highway Superintendent Jamie Durant and the Town of Bombay
Highway Superintendent Floyd Pratt and the Town of Hebron
By Mary Yamin-Garone - December 2020
Floyd Pratt will be the first to tell you he's had a colorful life — and it all began in Whitehall, N.Y. Born and raised on a farm, this youngest of nine was born at home in the middle of a blizzard. ... more on Highway Superintendent Floyd Pratt and the Town of Hebron
Highway Superintendent Mike Reynolds and the Town of Woodstock
By Lori Lovely - November 2020
When Mike Reynolds was appointed highway superintendent of the town of Woodstock on Sept. 15, 2005, it was a bittersweet day. His promotion came suddenly, after his predecessor, Stan Longyear, died in a car crash in Idaho while vacationing. ... more on Highway Superintendent Mike Reynolds and the Town of Woodstock
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