The Peru Gazette

Editorial – John T Ryan 

Peru has a situation that could cost the Peru taxpayers millions of dollars. It’s hard to believe, but not having Alternate Zoning of Appeals members can result in approval delays and major and minor project cancellations, meaning the government’s cost is shared by fewer taxpayers.

The Zoning Board of Appeal has five members. One or more members sometimes ask to be excused for valid reasons. If two members are excused, the vote to approve a project must be unanimous. One negative vote would halt a project that could benefit a family, a business, and our community. 

Peru has needed more volunteers for the Zoning Board of Appeals for several months, but the response has been disappointing. Please consider stepping up and joining the Zoning Board of Appeals. One of the best aspects is meeting new people and learning more about your community. Send an email or letter expressing interest and outlining your background to Code Enforcement Officer Bob Guynup at peruzoning@perutown.com or to Bob at 3036 Main St., Peru, NY 12972. Bob’s phone number is 518-643-2745, Extension 3.