Archive of Superintendent's Profile Articles
Highway Superintendent Mike Graham and the Town of Kingsbury
By Mary Yamin-Garone - October 2020
When Mike Graham became highway superintendent of the town of Kingsbury at 27, he was among the youngest to take office. “My father was the superintendent before me,” he said. “In 2008, he was diagnosed with brain cancer and passed away in 2009. ... more on Highway Superintendent Mike Graham and the Town of Kingsbury
Highway Superintendent Brian Stiscia and the Town of Gardiner
By Lori Lovely - September 2020
To face the tough times and to celebrate the good ones, we turn to those closest to us, those who mean the most to us: family and friends. For Brian Stiscia, superintendent of highways of the town of Gardiner, that most important loved one is gone, so he celebrates and honors the achievements with his crew. ... more on Highway Superintendent Brian Stiscia and the Town of Gardiner
Highway Superintendent Larry Cobb and the Town of Putnam Valley
By Mary Yamin-Garone - August 2020
With town of Putnam Valley Highway Superintendent Larry Cobb, what you see is what you get: a down-to-earth fellow who takes great pride in what he does. He loves his family. He loves the town where he spent most of his 58 years and he loves getting up every morning and doing his job. ... more on Highway Superintendent Larry Cobb and the Town of Putnam Valley
Highway Superintendent Daren Evans and the Town of Dehli
By Lori Lovely - July 2020
“If you're a highway superintendent or family or spouse of one, you know how physically and mentally draining, thankless and unappreciated/under-appreciated the job can truly be,” said Nicole Evans, proud wife of Highway Superintendent Daren Evans in the town of Delhi. ... more on Highway Superintendent Daren Evans and the Town of Dehli
Highway Superintendent Rich Benjamin and the Town of Thompson
By Sondra Rossi - June 2020
The town of Thompson, located approximately 60 miles north of New York City in what has historically been a vacation/recreation area of the Catskills, has seen both good and bad times. For many years, the area had been booming with resorts such as the Concord Resort Hotel, Grossinger's Catskill Resort Hotel and Kutsher's Hotel and Country Club. ... more on Highway Superintendent Rich Benjamin and the Town of Thompson
Highway Superintendent Stanley Mattison and the Town of Greenwich
By Mary Yamin-Garone - May 2020
It doesn't take long to realize that Stan Mattison — former track man for the Greenwich Johnsonville Railroad — means business. A man comfortable in his own skin, Stan handles himself with confidence and ease as he tells of his journey to this job. ... more on Highway Superintendent Stanley Mattison and the Town of Greenwich
Highway Superintendent John Ruchel Jr. and the Town of Kinderhook
By Lori Lovely - April 2020
Town of Kinderhook Highway Superintendent John Ruchel Jr. was first elected in 2005 and will be up for election again in 2021 when his current four-year term expires. The Niverville native is hoping to win that election and continue serving his hometown. ... more on Highway Superintendent John Ruchel Jr. and the Town of Kinderhook
Colleagues, Friends Remember Superintendent of Highways Bob Humiston of the Town of Argyle
By Mary Yamin-Garone - April 2020
By Mary Yamin-GaronePROFILE CORRESPONDENTDecember 17, 2019. A day that will forever live in infamy for the residents of the town of Argyle, N.Y. The day started out the same way it always did. Argyle Highway Superintendent Bob Humiston was having breakfast at The Auction Barn with some of his employees. ... more on Colleagues, Friends Remember Superintendent of Highways Bob Humiston of the Town of Argyle
Highway Superintendent Marty Vanderhoff and the Town of Horseheads
By Mary Yamin-Garone - March 2020
For town of Horseheads Highway Superintendent Marty Vanderhoff, a job well done is reward enough for his toil. Whether it's keeping the streets safe in winter, cleaning up after a storm or doing more with less money, those are the best days on the job for this town resident of 50-plus years. ... more on Highway Superintendent Marty Vanderhoff and the Town of Horseheads
Highway Superintendent Warren Kruger and the Town of Kendall
By Lori Lovely - January 2020
Although he hasn't decided if he'll retire when his current term ends on Dec. 31, 2021, Kendall Highway Superintendent Warren Kruger is already contemplating both “a bucket list 27 miles long” at home and his legacy after 32 years on the job. ... more on Highway Superintendent Warren Kruger and the Town of Kendall
Argyle Highway Superintendent Robert W. Humiston Passes Away
By Craig Mongeau - January 2020
Robert W. Humiston, 67, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 17, 2019, due to a car accident. Four other people were hurt, two seriously, in the crash that occurred around 8:45 a.m. at the entrance to The Auction Barn restaurant, according to the Washington County Sheriff's Office. ... more on Argyle Highway Superintendent Robert W. Humiston Passes Away
Highway Superintendent Mark Wilcox and the Town of Caneadea
By Mary Yamin-Garone - December 2019
Standing in front of the town of Caneadea highway department feels like home. Autumn's arrival is marked by the brilliant colors of the changing foliage — a sure sign that winter isn't far behind. ... more on Highway Superintendent Mark Wilcox and the Town of Caneadea
Commissioner of Public Works Jacob Tawil and the City of Middletown
Mary Yamin-Garone - November 2019
Jacob Tawil has his hands full. As the commissioner of public works of the city of Middletown, he's in charge of the water and sewage treatment plants and the water system. “We have five reservoirs/lakes, dams, water shed areas to protect as well as a wastewater treatment plant and collection system,” he said. ... more on Commissioner of Public Works Jacob Tawil and the City of Middletown
Superintendent of Highways & Public Works David Widger and the Town of Ogden
By Lori Lovely - October 2019
When all the items on your bucket list have been checked off, you know it's time to retire. That's exactly what David Widger, superintendent of highways and public works for the town of Ogden, Spencerport, N.Y., is preparing to do after a 44-year career. ... more on Superintendent of Highways & Public Works David Widger and the Town of Ogden
Highway Superintendent Scott Trisket and the Town of Clymer
By Mary Yamin-Garone - September 2019
For Scott Trisket, the road to the town of Clymer highway department was a long one. Scott grew up in Panama, N.Y. — a neighboring town to Clymer. “I was raised on a horse farm,” he said. ... more on Highway Superintendent Scott Trisket and the Town of Clymer
Deputy Super Reflects on 55-Year Career With Same Department
Jill Smith - August 2019
“I couldn't wait to get to work,” recalled Louie Cacciotti, thinking back to 1964 and his first year at the highway department for the town of Lancaster, N.Y. Today, more than 50 years later, Cacciotti (known by his family and friends as “Big Lou” or “Uncle Louie”) still wakes up every morning at 5 a.m. ... more on Deputy Super Reflects on 55-Year Career With Same Department
Highway Superintendent Scott Hillman and the Town of Porter
By Lori Lovely - August 2019
After 45 years in the highway business, Scott Hillman, superintendent of highways for the town of Porter, is looking forward to retirement at the end of the year … although it's hard for him to imagine what he'll do with so much free time. ... more on Highway Superintendent Scott Hillman and the Town of Porter
Highway Superintendent Bill Gardner and the Town of Forestport
Mary Yamin-Garone - July 2019
When telling Superintendent's Profile about his background, Bill Gardner said he was born and raised on a farm in Delaware County. In Andes, N.Y., to be exact. Bill attended what was then the Delhi Agriculture and Technology Program for one semester. ... more on Highway Superintendent Bill Gardner and the Town of Forestport
Vermeer Upgrades Tree Care Line With New SC70TX Stump Cutter
Vermeer - July 2019
Vermeer enhanced its professional tree care equipment product line with the introduction of the SC70TX stump cutter. Equipped with a 67 hp (50 kW) Cat turbocharged, Tier IV Final/Stage IIIB diesel engine, the SC70TX stump cutter delivers power to the cutter wheel and can travel up to 1560 rpm. ... more on Vermeer Upgrades Tree Care Line With New SC70TX Stump Cutter
Boss Snowplow Launches New Solutions for Better Snow Removal
Boss Snowplow - July 2019
Boss Snowplow expands its snow and ice removal product offerings to help professionals prepare for the upcoming winter storm season. The newest members of the BOSS family are the Forge 2.0 long bed spreader and the SK-R 6 compact vehicle plow. ... more on Boss Snowplow Launches New Solutions for Better Snow Removal
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