Labor Day is upon us Shore Lines - Saratoga Lake

Labor Day is upon us -- see page 4

Shore Lines

The Saratoga Lake Association P.O. Box 2152

Ballston Spa, NY 12020

August 28, 2015

Editors: Julie Annotto sinnidi@

Sharon Urban urbans@nycap.

Reflecting on Summer

Note from the President

Annual Bon Voyage Summer Event

The Board does not meet in August, but the SLA is still busy. Shore Lines keeps churning out top notch editions keeping is all apprised of developments impacting our lake and the Events Committee had successful gettogethers at both the Track and the Furniture House. Thanks to former Board member Emily DiSiena for sponsoring and hosting the latter event.

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SLA Adopt-a-Highway

The 2015 Fall Roadside Clean-up effort has been scheduled for September 26th. Please consider giving an hour or two of your time. We will gather at 9 a.m. at the

South end Stewart's (on the corner of Route 9P and Lake Road), where we will have an energizing snack, sign in and then break up into small teams that will fan out to pick up the trash and debris that has accumulated over this past summer.

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Please join the Saratoga Lake Association on Sunday, September 13th at the Lake Local (the north side of the Route 9P bridge). Our guest speaker will be Tom Rinaldi, Commissioner, Stillwater Fire Department.

Besides Tom's role within Arvin Hart Fire Department, he chairs Stillwater's Emergency Planning Committee and is involved with the rescue boat operation and training.

The event kicks off at 2 pm, with a picnic menu served from 3-4 pm. The cost is $10 for Adult Members, $12 for Adult Non-Members and $8 for children under 18. Space will be limited ? ONLY 50 Spaces Remain.

Send your reservation and check to Dianne Fedoronko, c/o SLA, PO Box 2152, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020. The deadline for reservations is September 4th. Please make check payable to SLA.

In line with our SLA Mission Statement, our speaker has enabled the Board to approve a reduced price for members.

"Summer's lease hath all too short a date." ---William Shakespeare

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Please make reservations to attend the upcoming End of the Season Picnic on Sunday, September 13th at the new Lake Local on the City side of the Route. 9P bridge. Details are inside this edition of Shore Lines. It will feature Town of Stillwater Fire Commissioner Tom Rinaldi has agreed to be our guest speaker. In anticipation of October being Fire Safety/ Awareness month, Tom will speak about fire prevention, volunteers and what they can do, what it may mean to the lake (use of the lake water, salting of roads/equipment during a fire in the winter results in run off), rescue boat, etc. Besides heading Arvin Hart Fire Department, he is on the Stillwater Emergency Planning Committee and Operates/ Trains the Rescue Boat used on the lake.

On Thursday, September 10th a noon at the City of Saratoga Springs Public Library, Saratoga Lake Association President Alan Richer, Saratoga Rowing Association Historian Lorraine Skibo and the Saratoga Lake Sailing Club Historian Emmett McCarthy will present an overview of the History of Saratoga Lake as party of the Brown Bag series celebrating Saratoga Springs Centennial in the form of a City.

We are in the process of planning a fishing clinic for both youngsters and adults. It will likely be held at the new City of Saratoga Springs Waterfront Park. Dennis LeGrance of fish4bass will be the teacher and will provide fishing poles. SLA Board member, George Morabido, an avid fisherman, has agreed to help coordinate the event.

Since school will soon be in session, we are looking at a weekend. The event will be free, but reservations will likely be required to ensure we have adequate equipment. Please look to both Shore Lines and our Face Book page for additional information once plans are finalized.

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Found on August 13th

Wedding band in Saratoga Lake at the volleyball area of Sandy Bay. Has engraving of

names, hearts and wedding date. Please contact Heather at 441-0632 and provide the

engraving information to claim.

Submit a great summer photo. Have a travel or fish tale to share? Neighborhood parties, special events, new neighbors, back to school? Do you have an item to sell? Please send your submissions to Julie at sinnidi@. The next deadline for Shore Lines is September 14.

All my best,

Alan **********************************

Roadside Clean-up, continued

Also note that orange DOT trash collection bags can be provided in advance to any individual who will not be able to participate on the 26th, but would like to pick up the debris in the vicinity of their residence or along a specific portion of the road around the lake during the prior week. Please contact Tonya Trombley at 518-727-8941 or tonya.trombley@ if interested in participating, for additional information regarding this fall's scheduled clean-up or for early de-livery of orange DOT bags.

These young men are enjoying a day by the lake and on the old trestle. It takes us back to a time when the old bridge was hale and healthy and the train trestle was a favorite fishing spot.

SARATOGA LAKE Real Estate Trends

SOLD

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The dog days of summer are behind us and Labor Day is rapidly approaching. In most people's minds this marks the end of summer. No doubt you've seen real estate "For Sale" signs go up, "Sale Pending" riders attached, and eventually "Sold" signs appear. You're probably curious as to what is happening in your real estate market. What did your friends and neighbors homes sell for? Below are examples of property listings in the Saratoga Lake area that include ACTIVE, PENDING, and SOLD listings over the last three months. For the purpose of defining and looking at our particular market, I have considered "Existing" homes surrounding Saratoga Lake that have a water view and lakefront or water/dock rights as reported in the Capital District Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as of 8/24/15.

ACTIVE

5 Snake Hill Road 120 Meadowbrook Rd. 1253 Route 9P 114 4th Street 84 Lake Shore Dr. 88 Lake Shore Dr. 54 Shore Avenue 1 Kozy Lane 66 Lake Shore Dr. 43 Stony Point Rd. 107 4th St. 1168 Route 9P 774 Lake Avenue 21 Palmer Heights 2 Halyard Court 736 Route 9P 87 Rodgers Lane 1100 Route 9P

2BR, 1BA 3BR, 2BA 3BR, 2.1BA 3BR, 2.1BA 2BR, 1BA 3BR, 1BA 5BR, 3BA 3BR, 2BA 3BR, 3BA 3BR, 3BA 2BR, 1BA 2BR, 1BA 4BR, 3.1BA 2BR, 1BA 2BR, 1BA 5BR, 3.1BA 3BR, 1 BA 5.1BR, 5BA

$518,500 $995,000 $1,100,000 $299,000 $299,900 $399,999 $589,000 $699,000 $895,000 $899,900 $182,000 $289,900 $999,000 $209,000 $420,000 $1,150,000 $299,900 $1,499,900

PENDING

1237 Route 9P

4BR, 1BA

3 Kennedy Dr.

3BR, 2BA

11 Make Your Own Way 3BR, 2.1BA

53 Manning Cove Rd. 5BR, 4BA

$419,000 $399,999 $975,000 $1,375,000

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20 Riley Cove Rd. 102 11th St. 958 St. Rt. 29 104 11th St. 1231 Route 9P 25 Palmer Heights 123 Kaydeross Pk. Rd.

4BR, 1.1BA 3BR, 2BA 2BR, 1.1BA 1BR, 1BA 5BR, 4BA 2BR, 2BA 3BR, 2.1BR

$420,000 $755,000 $125,000 $385,000 $715,000 $500,000 $440,000

*The information in this report was gathered from third party sources including the seller and public records. CRMLS and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information.

These properties meet the following criteria: properties ACTIVE and PENDING or SOLD within the last (3) three months. They also must have: lake views; and water/dock rights and/or Lake Frontage

During the last three months there have been six property Sales with an average price of $483,333 and median price of $460,000. Currently there are five listings that are Pending. The average listing price is $725,960 and the median listing price is $459,900. When the final Sales prices are reported, the results of these two metrics will likely be somewhat reduced. However, the overall Sales price trend will likely show an improvement. Please note however, that two of the five properties that are Pending are priced in the million dollar range which helps account for the relatively high average listing price. There are currently 17 Active listings that are available for resale. The average price for these properties is $608,457 and the medium price is $496,750. Listings are available in a wide range of prices.

It's encouraging that the demand for Saratoga Lake properties increased particularly in the higher end segment. However, of some concern should be the fact that the stock market has been so erratic. This could adversely impact the willingness of potential high end home buyers to pay up for property. Many of these buyers have traditionally paid cash. In addition the potential for interest rates rising in the short term seems to have minimized which could impact a sense of urgency to purchase before mortgage rates increase. Thus, listings could remain on the market longer as we move into the fall and beyond. Motivated Sellers might want to reconsider their current pricing/positioning strategy and make any adjustment sooner

than later. Thomas "Zealie" Van Raalte Licensed Real Estate Salesperson 376 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Business: 518-584-0060, ext. 232 Cell: 518-928-3224

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Labor Day in United States

Labor Day is annually held on the first Monday of September. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations' strengths of and contributions to the United States economy. It is largely a day of rest in modern times. Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer season and a last chance to make trips or hold outdoor events.

About Labor Day

The first Labor Day was held in 1882. Its origins stem from the desire of the Central Labor Union to create a holiday for workers. It became a federal holiday in 1894. It was originally intended that the day would be filled with a street parade to allow the public to appreciate the work of the trade and labor organizations. After the parade, a festival was to be held to amuse local workers and their families. In later years, prominent men and women held speeches. This is less common now, but is sometimes seen in election years.

One of the reasons for choosing to celebrate this on the first Monday in September was to add a holiday in the long gap between Independence Day and Thanksgiving.

Almost looks like a photo shoot! Photograph by Catherine Cicero.

Spotlight on News

Waterfront Park - Another Great Venue on Saratoga Lake | Life As I See It

Caden Morahan, son of Lisa and Jim Morahan, celebrates his 8th birthday with his cousin Emelia Kane.

Saratoga Lake Maps

If you haven't gotten your new Saratoga Lake map, you'll want to get one before they're all gone! They are available at Allerdice (Malta), DeLucia's Grocery, Kayak Shak, Powerboat Services, Point Breeze Marina, Saratoga Boatworks, Saratoga Tackle, and Saratoga National Golf Club Pro Shop.

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New York Long-Term Care Brokers, Ltd.

Cordially invites you to our 19th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit The Double H Ranch

Wednesday, September 16th, 2015 Fairways Of Halfmoon 17 Johnson Road

Mechanicville, NY 12118 Directions: Start Time: 8:30am Shotgun Start. Please plan to arrive by 8:00am to register and enjoy continental breakfast At the turn: Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Cold Salad, Beer,

Soda & Water Following Golf: Refreshments, Cocktails, Silent Auction,

Buffet Lunch, & Awards Presentation Price: $150 per person OR $560 per foursome Includes green fees with cart, continental breakfast, lunch and beverage at the turn, buffet following golf,

prizes & gifts. (And an unbelievable hole-in-one prize & raffles!!) Longest Drive ? Closest to the pin ? Putting Contest ?

50/50 Silent Auction - Win A Money Tree

The Double H Ranch Founded by the late Paul Newman and the late Charlie Woods, and located in Lake Luzerne. The Double H Ranch exists to provide critically ill children and families in need a chance to get away and experience the magnificence of the Adirondacks. Modeled after Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Camp in Connecticut, the Double H Ranch is a not-for-profit organization that provides specialized year-round experiences in outdoor adventure. The summer residential camp program for children ages 6-16 consists of multiple sessions accommodating as many as 128 children in each. The winter adaptive sports program for children is a one-of-a-kind winter adventure held on the camp property with alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. Each spring and fall, numerous family support programs are held at the camp for families facing the challenges of a chronic or life-threatening illness.

*Golf included for one person for any sponsorship of $500 or more. ($1,000 = 2 golfers, etc.) (Any and all donated gifts, tees, shirts, umbrellas, balls, etc., are much appreciated.)

Virginia Clark took her Mah Jongg group by boat to the Lake Local for a farewell lunch for Carole Witterschein, who is moving. Left: Lynne Gifford, Linda Belinski, Ellie Parker, Barbara Knight, Carole Witerschein, Elain Ikler, Marylou Moran, Nancy Blaauboer and Virginia Clark.

School bells are ringing, loud and clear; Vacation's over, school is here.

We hunt our pencils and our books, And say goodbye to fields and brooks,

To carefree days of sunny hours, To birds and butterflies and flowers.

But we are glad school has begun. For work is always mixed with fun. When autumn comes and the weather is cool, Nothing can take the place of school.

(submitted by New York Long Term Care Brokers President and member Kevin Johnson)

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A LOOK BACK AT HURRICANE IRENE AND TROPICAL STORM LEE

Within days of each other, Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee made landfall in the continental United States, wreaking havoc with torrential rainstorms and wind damage. Hurricane Irene first made landfall on August 22, 2011 as a category 1 hurricane in Puerto Rico and five days later made landfall over the outer banks of North Carolina. On August 28, 2011 our area was dealing with high winds and flooding. Continued next page.

A few days later on September 1, 2011 Tropical Storm Lee made landfall in Loui-

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siana. Although it was only a tropical storm, the huge size of the disturbance affected

other states. The slow-moving storm caused major flood damage and spawned 30 tor-

nadoes as it moved to the northeast. Remnants of Lee reached Pennsylvania and

New York.

Here are some photos that were submitted to Shore Lines by some of our members. To those of us who were here to cope with the bad weather, this is a look back. For others the photos are eye openers.

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The McKennas, the Kramers and the Mattsons offer cheers as they enjoy a day at the track.

SLA friends and neighbors gather at the Furniture House for a summer "catch up." See you next summer? Thank you to Hostess Emily DeSiena, for a lovely evening and a beautiful sunset!

John Couse and granddaughter, Vanessa Couse, enjoy some fishing luck off the dock. This was the first fish she ever caught.

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