The Harrison Fire Department inspection and dinner was held last weekend, and I am happy to report that the condition of the department’s apparatus is first-rate. The entire department should be commended for their hard work and commitment.
I would like to take this time to congratulate Billy Sinclair. This year, the Fire Department and the town recognized Billy, a former captain of the Hook and Ladder, for his 50 years of unwavering service and dedication to our community. It was truly a memorable evening and an honor to be included.
The second annual Elementary Enrichment Committee’s Fall Carnival will be held this weekend, at Louis M. Klein Middle School, on Friday, Sept. 30 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday. Oct. 1 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 2 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Proceeds from the carnival will support enrichment programs that focus on visiting authors, theater arts and cultural arts at all four of our elementary schools. I encourage all residents to attend.
We are very fortunate that Harrison remains a safe and secure community. As a precaution, and in an effort to safeguard against theft and vandalism, I would like to remind all residents to close car windows and lock doors when leaving vehicles on the street, driveway or parking lots. Although infrequent, it’s unfortunate that these events do occur. Being extra vigilant may prevent these types of crimes from happening with greater frequency.
Recently, the Harrison Education Foundation celebrated its 22nd anniversary. I enjoyed stopping by at their golf outing to extend my congratulations and to wish them many more years of success in providing educational opportunities to the students in the Harrison Central School District. It was a great turn out and I applaud all who were involved in this wonderful, annual outing.
Last week, I had the privilege of attending an event hosted by the Welles Remy Crowther Charitable Trust and the Red Bandanna Project. The charitable trust was established in 2001 by the Crowther family in memory of their son, Welles, who lost his life at age 24 while aiding others during the attack on 9/11. He was an equities trader and also a volunteer firefighter with the Empire Hook and Ladder Company in Upper Nyack, New York. He was identified by those he saved as “the man wearing a red bandanna.” It was an honor to attend this very important and moving event.
The next Lunch with the Mayor is on Friday, Oct. 7 and I will be at Porta Napoli Restaurant, located at 261 Halstead Ave. in downtown Harrison. I will be at this location from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and look forward to meeting with residents and talking about issues facing our community.
