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Home My WebLink About2025-08-22 enewsletter8/25/25, 10:32 AM Ulysses Updates for 8/22/25 - Casey Beck - Outlook Outlook Ulysses Updates for 8/22/25 From town-of-ulysses@googlegroups.com <town-of-ulysses@googleg roups.com> on behalf of Carissa Parlato, Town Clerk <ulysses.clerk@gmail.com> Date Fri 8/22/2025 3:58 PM To Google Groups <town-of-ulysses@googlegroups.com> Happy Friday, Ulysses! IN THIS WEEK'S ULYSSES NEWSLETTER: Update from Town Supervisor Special Meeting on Cold Springs Land Donation History Center Hosts Treasure Hunt Main Street Clean Up Comprehensive Plan Open House Repair Cafe Center of Gov Feedback NYS Fair UPDATE FROM TOWN SUPERVISOR OLSON Greetings, Ulyssians! I recently learned that the phrase "dog days of summer" dates back to the Romans and the star Sirius appearing in the sky near the sun at the peak of the heat near the end of July. This period was known as the "days of the dog star," and over time the "star" part was dropped. We certainly have heat still in front of us, but we collectively lived through some very hot and dry days, and these cooler mornings become a special treat in comparison. I know the weather change is certainly much appreciated by farmers, gardeners, and student athletes flocking to the fields for early morning practice... including my eldest who starts high school this year and who needs a 6:45am ride to his first of two soccer practices each morning! (Freshmen get an orientation on their first day; I deeply feel I've already been initiated, as any parent who has ever needed to extract a teenager from their bed early in the morning, day after day, appreciates.) Space, and kids, and recreation have been very much on my mind this summer, and I would like to deeply thank everyone who has taken an opportunity to comment ---for and against ---on the potential donation of land by the Pritts family. Over the last several months, the Town has been going through the process to seek environmental feedback and gather recommendations for ways to make the property less of a burden for the surrounding neighborhood. I live very close to Taughannock State Park and deeply empathize that change can be stressful and anxiety inducing. I am personally committed to making any future development as thoughtful and considerate as possible. I would like to invite the public to participate in our next special Town Board meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, August 27 at 5pm at Town Hall. At this meeting, we will again open up the meeting to the public to share their thoughts and opinions, in addition to the dozens of messages already submitted. Lots of information about the proposed donation is available here, and more comments are about:blank 1/4 8/25/25, 10:32 AM Ulysses Updates for 8/22/25 - Casey Beck - Outlook welcomed. If you cannot attend in person, please submit written comments to clerk town ofulyssesnygov by 3pm on Aug. 27. Please find the full meeting packet available here. PUBLIC HEARING ON COLD SPRINGS LAND DONATION: The Ulysses Town Board will hold a Special Meeting at 5pm on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025, to hear comments on the Cold Springs Road land donation for recreation. They may decide whether to accept the donation that evening. Although a Public Hearing is not required by law for this purpose, the town seeks to give the public ample opportunities for input. The meeting will be held in person at 10 Elm St., Trumansburg NY 14886. Members of the public may join in person or remotely at via Zoom videoconference at httpal/zoom.uslj/183862745 or +16465588656„183862745#. At the aforementioned time and place, all interested residents (or their agents/representatives) will be afforded an opportunity to submit written and/or oral comments. Comments may also be sent in advance to the Town Clerk at 10 Elm St., Trumansburg NY 14886 or via e-mail to clerk townofulyssesnygov by 3pm on August 27, 2025. More information can be found on the town's website at httpal/www.townofulyLsesny.govZpages/current- issues/278/potential-donation-of-land-for-recreation/, or by contacting the Town Clerk at clerk @ townofulyssesnygov. TREASURE HUNT: The History Center in Tompkins County is thrilled to announce the launch of the Tompkins Treasure Hunt, a community -wide puzzle adventure kicking off on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Participants will embark on a journey through Tompkins County, following a trail of puzzles that lead from one historic location to the next. Each solution unlocks the next clue, bringing you closer to uncovering the ultimate prize: $10,000 worth of Jewels donated by The Jewelbox. Whether you're a lifelong local, a puzzle enthusiast, or just looking for a fun way to explore the county, this is your chance to take part in a one -of -a -kind experience that blends history, mystery, and community spirit. If you're a fan of escape rooms, or have always wanted to try one, this is your chance to take that same puzzling adventurous fun into the wild and across the map! MAIN STREET CLEAN UP: Takin' Care of Tburg will host a general Main Street clean up on Saturday, August 23 at gam. Meet at the kid's village in front of the laundromat and spread out around Main Street to weed and clean up a few spots. Please bring some work gloves and any weeding tools, if you have any. No experience necessary! Everyone is welcome! d�]►�i121W_1me] "ZI:14111;1 &9]:14bill 4" The Town of Ulysses is in the final stretch of completion of the Comprehensive Plan. An Open House will take place on Monday October 6, 2025 from 4-7pm, at Racker, 3226 Wilkins Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850. The following draft elements are ready for public feedback: • Housing Element • Built Environment Element • Economic Development Element • Environment & Natural Resources Element • Climate Change & Resiliencv Element about:blank 2/4 8/25/25, 10:32 AM Ulysses Updates for 8/22/25 - Casey Beck - Outlook The drafts were created based on community input as well as county and state objectives and statistics. Peruse and let us know what you think! Comments may be shared at a Town Board or CPSC meeting, or sent via email. REPAIR CAFE: From Ulysses Philomathic Library Saturday, Sept. 20 from 12-2pm 74 E. Main St., Trumansburg Toss it? No way! Bring your broken belongings or ripped clothing and get paired with an expert who will coach you on how to repair your item. Tools and equipment provided! This event's experts include menders, fixers, and a stuffed animal specialist! Registration preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as time and space permits. Note that certain items are not accepted. To ask questions or register your item, please call the library or email Laura at director(@trumansburglibrary.org. GIVE FEEDBACK ON TC CENTER OF GOVERNMENT: From Tompkins County The second round of community feedback allows residents to evaluate and compare multiple design options that were created considering department needs, service delivery, and community input. Resident preferences will be captured for each presented option, and pros and cons will be documented to inform the final design. We want to learn what you think about the different aspects of the design options. Share with us: • which building design options you prefer • which features you like and dislike which amenities you would like to see what you would like the outdoor space to look like • what sustainability goals you would like to see implemented July 28 presentation Survey NYS FAIR IS ON: The NYS Fair runs from Aug. 20-Sept. 1 in Syracuse NY. Find details at https: nysfair.nygov/ THANKS FOR READING TO THE END! HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND. If this has been forwarded to you and you'd like to get it directly in your inbox, please email clerk(@townofulyssesny_. gov. PLEASE NOTE: Please update my email address to clerk@townofulyssesnygov Thx Best, Carissa Parlato, CIVIC (Certified Municipal Clerk), RMC (Registered Municipal Clerk) Ulysses Town Clerk, Tax Collector, Records Manager, Notary Public 10 Elm St. Trumansburg NY 14886 about:blank 3/4 8/25/25, 10:32 AM Ulysses Updates for 8/22/25 - Casey Beck - Outlook (607)387-5767, ext. 221 Hours: M-F, 10am-3pm (or by appointment) https.Z/townofulyssesny_gov You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "town -of -Ulysses" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to town-of- ulvsses+unsubscribe(cbgoogleg roups.com. To view this discussion visit http groupL gao--gle.com/d/msgid/town-of- ulvsses/CABMwf DzzuKRCfmncw2pAXgd3dVhuJe-VBc8EvXd7KCKLGDsAq%40mail.gmail.com. about:blank 4/4