Great story on SAIL. I’ve used them a few times for mobility aids after surgeries. A very valuable community resource that kinda flies under the radar.
Your story on SAIL -- the equipment, the staff, the mission -- will hopefully plant a seed so that donors will support it and community members will find it. Having had care of a few elders in my life, I am aware of the fine line we must walk with regard to independence.
Thanks also for calling out the conflict of interest with the Queensbury Town Board's ethics conflict.
But what I really want to comment on today is this statement at the very bottom of your column: "This is a new type of journalism for all of us." Many readers, myself included, are searching for information and perspective. I'm so glad I discovered your work. As the so-called "legacy media" shifts in the new political landscape, I appreciate the hyper-local, yet broadly applicable nature of your column.
You might want to add to your platform protections for 'legacy media' which maybe should be called 'where the news comes from'
If you look at most of the online 'media' (and excuse the fact it isn't factfinding, but bending facts) you will see very little of it comes from doing the legwork.
This is both sides
If you look at anything in the way of news, it is almost based on a story someone else (or another media - most always the so called legacy media).
Imagine if When Fox News took a New York Times article and reported on it as a source and information they owned, BUT had to pay the NYT for each time they mentioned the article...AND they were required to quote the NYT in context and accurately.
This would finance the NYT, but perhaps also hold fox to a standard they aren't held to now
And of course.. both ways. If fox broke a story, the NYT couldn't say "According to fox" unless they paid them or verified the information, with sources.
And half of America thinks we need to make America great again...these stories smash that myth...thank you for the community building story; there are still many out there and really where our coomonality as Americans lives.
There are times when we, indeed, need to curse the darkness. And there are times we need to light a candle. Thanks, Ken, for lighting a candle with your column this morning. (And please continue to curse the darkness as needed....)
Thank you. The service you and Will bring to this large community is invaluable, I will be attending a Caregiver Group this morning. My siblings and their partners all range from 71-81. For the most part, we're all lucky to be in fairly good physical and mental condition. That said, kidney disease, Alzheimers and Charcotte Marie Tooth (Inherited neuropathy) are all conditions among this fiesty group. Caregiving is in the cards.
SAIL is a gem in our midst, providing such essential services gratis to our community. I have benefitted from their services and I agree with encouraging support of this organization. They are so helpful that they even suggest even more equipment that could make your life a bit easier.
The "bully club" in the Queensbury Town Board doesn't see any conflict of interest with the Republican Party leadership position within their board, just like the Mayor of Glens Falls didn't see any conflct of interest with the builder/ architect on the board and the planning board siphoning construction to a particular builder who aims to destroy the character of downtown architecture. That's enough to make us much more vigilant and aware when voting or learning about the participants' interests within our local leadership entities.
Your outstanding remarks re SAIL will let so many more be aware of their services. Thanks for all you do! Those of us who have been in not for profit services are keenly aware of their long-standing support of so many. By the way, you spelled Dave Bogue’s last name incorrectly!
The SAIL story had me choking up a few times, but I’m here to talk about the ethics/conflict of interest story.
It is my opinion nobody in leadership of a political party should hold elected office. I was chair of Qby Dems but resigned my position months before I announced my candidacy for Supervisor At Large. I didn’t wait to see if I won or lost. Qby town board had George Ferone serving the same roles as McNulty and when McNulty replaced him as county GOP chair they both served on the town board for a time, a time which included appointing Hilary Stec to replace Rachel Seeber on the county BOS.
No one could have told this story of SAIL better than you, Ken. SAIL has been and continues to be one of our most vital community agencies, with a staff that embodies compassion and connectedness for patients and their family members, at a time when they feel most isolated and overwhelmed with the myriad of physical, financial and emotional challenges of acute, chronic or terminal illness.
Your tribute to SAIL deserves wider dissemination, perhaps the Post Star might publish it…as well as the Chronicle. It could create a peaceful bridge for wounded journalists on all “fronts” to walk over and join a collective focus on the greater good of our local community… at a time when many of us feel helpless/hopeless to make a difference on a state/national level.
Making monetary donations to SAIL this season…in honor of someone you love… as the staff donates their time, energy and assistive equipment to those in need…could replace Xmas gift cards to family members/friends this holiday season… and all the seasons ahead. Truly a gift that will keep on giving!
Amen to SAIL as a difference maker! In working as a visitation minister for eight years, I can't tell you how many times their service with a smile and helpful recommendations came into play whether it be varieties of walkers or shower chairs. They also made it convenient to secure the items by bringing them to facilities closest to you!
Town Supervisors bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table as they represent their town at the county level. They come with hands on experience with infrastructure, personnel, accounting and developing a budget, union negotiations, highway, building and grounds, they understand zoning, septic issues, storm water runoff, to name a few. Warren County's form of government is made up of a melting pot of towns and one city who come together and form a consensus.
SAIL has helped a family member navigate the health insurance maze. They can locate a plan that meets the needs of the person and even enrolls them in the insurance plan. They provide a valuable resource to our community.
You are absolutely correct! McNulty’s dual role doesn’t provide the representation that is essential to Queensbury. I heard his statements during a town board meeting and could do nothing but shake my head. If he wants to represent the Republican Party that his choice. However, this conflict doesn’t serve the people of our community. It is obvious representing all the people in his Ward is of no concern to him.
I know many people who call SAIL for help...and who are so thankful for their work. But I have never heard such a full (and loving) description of what they do, how they do it, why they do it. My heart was touched by their kindness when people are in need...Thank you, Ken, for your description and your gratitude. I am grateful....
Wow! Is SAIL a 501(c)(3)? They don’t say as much on the website so I’m thinking not, but it seems like it should be.
SAIL is nonprofit public charity -- https://givebutter.com/e1kuCN
Very hidden! That’s crazy.
SAIL is a nonprofit public charity. It does have the information on its website, but you have to look around for it.
I could not find their 990 form on their website. do have a link to it?
I asked if they were a nonprofit and they said they were.
Great story on SAIL. I’ve used them a few times for mobility aids after surgeries. A very valuable community resource that kinda flies under the radar.
Great story!! I have seen and heard about SAIL, but didn't know exactly what it was about. Thank you Ken for your in depth investigation.
Thank you, as always, Ken.
Your story on SAIL -- the equipment, the staff, the mission -- will hopefully plant a seed so that donors will support it and community members will find it. Having had care of a few elders in my life, I am aware of the fine line we must walk with regard to independence.
Thanks also for calling out the conflict of interest with the Queensbury Town Board's ethics conflict.
But what I really want to comment on today is this statement at the very bottom of your column: "This is a new type of journalism for all of us." Many readers, myself included, are searching for information and perspective. I'm so glad I discovered your work. As the so-called "legacy media" shifts in the new political landscape, I appreciate the hyper-local, yet broadly applicable nature of your column.
Thank you for reading and the kind words.
You might want to add to your platform protections for 'legacy media' which maybe should be called 'where the news comes from'
If you look at most of the online 'media' (and excuse the fact it isn't factfinding, but bending facts) you will see very little of it comes from doing the legwork.
This is both sides
If you look at anything in the way of news, it is almost based on a story someone else (or another media - most always the so called legacy media).
Imagine if When Fox News took a New York Times article and reported on it as a source and information they owned, BUT had to pay the NYT for each time they mentioned the article...AND they were required to quote the NYT in context and accurately.
This would finance the NYT, but perhaps also hold fox to a standard they aren't held to now
And of course.. both ways. If fox broke a story, the NYT couldn't say "According to fox" unless they paid them or verified the information, with sources.
And half of America thinks we need to make America great again...these stories smash that myth...thank you for the community building story; there are still many out there and really where our coomonality as Americans lives.
There are times when we, indeed, need to curse the darkness. And there are times we need to light a candle. Thanks, Ken, for lighting a candle with your column this morning. (And please continue to curse the darkness as needed....)
Thank you. The service you and Will bring to this large community is invaluable, I will be attending a Caregiver Group this morning. My siblings and their partners all range from 71-81. For the most part, we're all lucky to be in fairly good physical and mental condition. That said, kidney disease, Alzheimers and Charcotte Marie Tooth (Inherited neuropathy) are all conditions among this fiesty group. Caregiving is in the cards.
There is an office at the Wilton Mall too.
SAIL is a gem in our midst, providing such essential services gratis to our community. I have benefitted from their services and I agree with encouraging support of this organization. They are so helpful that they even suggest even more equipment that could make your life a bit easier.
The "bully club" in the Queensbury Town Board doesn't see any conflict of interest with the Republican Party leadership position within their board, just like the Mayor of Glens Falls didn't see any conflct of interest with the builder/ architect on the board and the planning board siphoning construction to a particular builder who aims to destroy the character of downtown architecture. That's enough to make us much more vigilant and aware when voting or learning about the participants' interests within our local leadership entities.
Your outstanding remarks re SAIL will let so many more be aware of their services. Thanks for all you do! Those of us who have been in not for profit services are keenly aware of their long-standing support of so many. By the way, you spelled Dave Bogue’s last name incorrectly!
Thank You. Spelling corrected.
The SAIL story had me choking up a few times, but I’m here to talk about the ethics/conflict of interest story.
It is my opinion nobody in leadership of a political party should hold elected office. I was chair of Qby Dems but resigned my position months before I announced my candidacy for Supervisor At Large. I didn’t wait to see if I won or lost. Qby town board had George Ferone serving the same roles as McNulty and when McNulty replaced him as county GOP chair they both served on the town board for a time, a time which included appointing Hilary Stec to replace Rachel Seeber on the county BOS.
But wait! There’s more!
We have a Supervisor system of county government in which town supervisors are elected at the town and receive a paycheck to run the town, but that job comes with an additional job at the county level which comes with another paycheck. Often the interests of a town and the county are in conflict. There is a recent example in the town of Hague: https://poststar.com/news/local/government-politics/hague-town-budget-salaries/article_0a51962a-a1ce-11ef-b24f-7b6ab913f460.html?mode=comments
No one could have told this story of SAIL better than you, Ken. SAIL has been and continues to be one of our most vital community agencies, with a staff that embodies compassion and connectedness for patients and their family members, at a time when they feel most isolated and overwhelmed with the myriad of physical, financial and emotional challenges of acute, chronic or terminal illness.
Your tribute to SAIL deserves wider dissemination, perhaps the Post Star might publish it…as well as the Chronicle. It could create a peaceful bridge for wounded journalists on all “fronts” to walk over and join a collective focus on the greater good of our local community… at a time when many of us feel helpless/hopeless to make a difference on a state/national level.
Making monetary donations to SAIL this season…in honor of someone you love… as the staff donates their time, energy and assistive equipment to those in need…could replace Xmas gift cards to family members/friends this holiday season… and all the seasons ahead. Truly a gift that will keep on giving!
I don't know Susan, you told the story pretty well yourself.
Amen to SAIL as a difference maker! In working as a visitation minister for eight years, I can't tell you how many times their service with a smile and helpful recommendations came into play whether it be varieties of walkers or shower chairs. They also made it convenient to secure the items by bringing them to facilities closest to you!
Town Supervisors bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table as they represent their town at the county level. They come with hands on experience with infrastructure, personnel, accounting and developing a budget, union negotiations, highway, building and grounds, they understand zoning, septic issues, storm water runoff, to name a few. Warren County's form of government is made up of a melting pot of towns and one city who come together and form a consensus.
SAIL has helped a family member navigate the health insurance maze. They can locate a plan that meets the needs of the person and even enrolls them in the insurance plan. They provide a valuable resource to our community.
You are absolutely correct! McNulty’s dual role doesn’t provide the representation that is essential to Queensbury. I heard his statements during a town board meeting and could do nothing but shake my head. If he wants to represent the Republican Party that his choice. However, this conflict doesn’t serve the people of our community. It is obvious representing all the people in his Ward is of no concern to him.
I know many people who call SAIL for help...and who are so thankful for their work. But I have never heard such a full (and loving) description of what they do, how they do it, why they do it. My heart was touched by their kindness when people are in need...Thank you, Ken, for your description and your gratitude. I am grateful....