Archive of Superintendent's Profile Articles
Craig Mongeau - March 2004
If telling your elected officials how you feel about lack of CHIPS funding sounds like time well spent, then you’ll want to take advantage of Advocacy Day. In an interview with Bill Nichols, executive secretary/treasurer, of the New York State Association of Town Superintendents of Highways Inc., he explained how superintendents across NYS can participate:On March 10, 2004, two associations — the aforementioned NYS town superintendent association and the New York State County Highway Association — will join forces for the second straight year in an effort to restore funding to the CHIPS program. ... more on March 2004
Dyer Sales Helps Keep Culverts Running With Polyethylene Liners
Profile Staff - March 2004
Most culverts used by highway departments are made of steel, which over the years wears or rusts out. Traditionally, to replace a worn out culvert, it is dug up, removed and a new steel culvert put in its place. ... more on Dyer Sales Helps Keep Culverts Running With Polyethylene Liners
John F. Miller, Commissioner, Department of Public Works Town of Babylon, NY
James Van Horn - January 2004
John Miller’s choice of leisure activities should prepare him well for the exigencies of work life as the public works commissioner for one of the largest municipal jurisdictions in the state of New York, the Town of Babylon. ... more on John F. Miller, Commissioner, Department of Public Works Town of Babylon, NY
Craig Mongeau - January 2004
First, I hope that you and your families had a happy and healthy holiday season. A lot of people (myself included) make New Year’s resolutions, hoping we can permanently change things in ourselves for the better. ... more on January/February 2004
Gary Parker Brings Expertise to Contractors Sales of Albany
Profile Staff - January 2004
Gary Parker has joined the sales staff of Contractors Sales in Albany, NY. Parker will be serving select accounts in Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady and Saratoga counties. “We are very excited at the opportunity of adding Gary to our sales staff. ... more on Gary Parker Brings Expertise to Contractors Sales of Albany
Craig Mongeau - December 2003
This may sound ridiculous, but it can sometimes be great when somebody – or in this case, many people – tell you that you made a mistake. It shows that at least people are paying attention to what you’re doing, which in the publishing business, is everything. ... more on December 2003
Rochester’s Admar Expands Its Product Offerings, Adds Kubota to Lineup
Profile Staff - December 2003
Admar Supply Company, construction equipment rental service-provider based in Rochester, NY, has increased its operations again by taking on Kubota’s construction equipment line, which includes excavators, mini-backhoes and wheel loaders. ... more on Rochester’s Admar Expands Its Product Offerings, Adds Kubota to Lineup
Superintendent of Highways Roger Chirico and the Town of Philipstown
Profile - December 2003
Roger M. Chirico, highway superintendent of the Town of Philipstown, ran unopposed in last month’s election. Not only that, he was the highest vote getter in the township. That comes as no surprise to most voters in the bucolic little Putnam County town of 9,400, not far from the U.S. ... more on Superintendent of Highways Roger Chirico and the Town of Philipstown
Superintendent of Highways David Ferris and the Town of Owego Highway Department
Mary S. Yamin-Garone - November 2003
David Ferris is a man on the move. Whether serving as an advocate for county and town governments, developing a five-year plan for repairing the town’s roads or fishing during his down time, Ferris is always doing something. ... more on Superintendent of Highways David Ferris and the Town of Owego Highway Department
Craig Mongeau - November 2003
We at Profile would like to thank everyone who exhibited and attended the ninth Annual NYS Highway and Public Works Expo on October 15 at the Verizon Center of Progress building at the Fairgrounds. It was great seeing all of you – some of you for the first time!It was a bit breezy, wasn’t it? According to the October 16 edition of The Post Standard of Syracuse, wind gusts reached as high as 70 mph in some parts of Madison, Cayuga, Onondaga and Oswego counties. ... more on November 2003
SnowEx Mellows Ol’ Man Winter With Poly Bulk Spreader
Profile Staff - November 2003
SnowEx, a division of TrynEx International, has introduced the new Vee Pro 8000, the largest capacity bulk spreader in its product line. Carrying up to 1.5 cu. yds. (1.1 cu m) of material, the Vee Pro 8000 offers more capacity than other SnowEx spreaders, allowing it to accommodate larger applications. ... more on SnowEx Mellows Ol’ Man Winter With Poly Bulk Spreader
J & J Headquarters Opens on Route 11, in Brewerton, NY
Profile Staff - November 2003
George Lonergan, president of J & J Equipment, has announced the opening of the company’s new headquarters located at 9055 Brewerton Rd., Route 11, Brewerton, NY, north of Syracuse. For several years, J & J has been the distributor of Tymco products in upstate New York where it has experienced a tremendous growth. ... more on J & J Headquarters Opens on Route 11, in Brewerton, NY
John A. Liszewski, Commissioner of Public Works, Chief of Operations, City of Yonkers
James Van Horn - November 2003
As Commissioner of Public Works for the City of Yonkers, John Liszewski is responsible for the city’s roads and streets. And refuse collection. And water and sewer. And vehicle maintenance. As chief of operations, he oversees Parks, Recreation and Conservation; Engineering; Housing and Buildings, and the Office of General Services. ... more on John A. Liszewski, Commissioner of Public Works, Chief of Operations, City of Yonkers
Craig Mongeau - November 2003
On October 15, all roads – paved or otherwise – will lead to Syracuse and the NYS Highway & Public Works Expo in the Verizon Center of Progress building at the New York State Fairgrounds. And to top it off, the show is sold out with 100 exhibitors – all ready to speak with you about their products, which can help make your jobs a lot easier. ... more on October 2003
Craig Mongeau - September 2003
It’s hard to believe that summer is almost over. Now the leaves will start doing their rendition of autumn’s Fourth of July, leaving most of you sweeping up after its parade. And, well … never mind about what comes after that. ... more on September 2003
Superintendent of Highways Fred Perrine and the Town of Sweden Highway Department
Mary S. Yamin-Garone - September 2003
Fred Perrine is a self-proclaimed procrastinator except when it comes to his job as highway superintendent for the Town of Sweden. Then he is all business. This down-to-earth farm boy is more than a dedicated and hard-working leader. ... more on Superintendent of Highways Fred Perrine and the Town of Sweden Highway Department
Joe Johnson Sets Up in NY Market
Profile Staff - August 2003
Making its way across the border, Joe Johnson Equipment is breaking into the western upstate New York municipal equipment market. With this move, the company brings along a new sales team. “This area is just ripe for a good municipal equipment dealership with a high level of customer service,” said Bill Ackendorf, the company’s new general manager of U.S. ... more on Joe Johnson Sets Up in NY Market
Bandit Nabs Higher Capacity With 1590
Profile Staff - August 2003
Bandit’s newest product to hit the market is the 15 in. (38 cm) diameter capacity model 1590 “Big Drum” hand-fed tree and brush chipper. This high-production chipper features a 37 in. (94 cm) diameter drum which is 65 percent larger than the competition. ... more on Bandit Nabs Higher Capacity With 1590
Craig Mongeau - August 2003
With apologies to John Cougar Mellencamp’s ode to small towns, I, too, come from one of those and shall offer my tribute. Though not quite the hamlet that’s featured in this issue of Superintendent’s Profile, Pittsfield, MA, where I spent many formative years, lies cradled by the Berkshire Hills on the cusp of the New York State border; and it shares many of the ingredients of a small town with Stark, NY. ... more on August 2003
Superintendent of Highways Anthony Grescheck and the Town of Stark Highway Department
Profile Staff - August 2003
A small trout stream runs along Route 80 near the Town of Stark. When winter comes, the frigid rushing water helps trap the chilly moisture close to the ground, creating a freezing problem for nearby roads. ... more on Superintendent of Highways Anthony Grescheck and the Town of Stark Highway Department
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