On December 9 th , residents of the Taghkanic Fire District turned out to vote in the district’s first-ever election, marking an important milestone in establishing a stable and accountable governance structure for our fire protection services. Five candidates stood for election to serve as the district’s commissioners, and the results reflected both strong community engagement and a high degree of consensus among voters. The final vote totals were as follows: Abbie Hodgson:

Dear Neighbors, As temperatures drop and energy costs rise, we want to make sure you know about two programs now open to help income-eligible renters and homeowners manage heating costs and avoid shut-offs this winter. Keep reading to learn about these programs and how to apply. Heating Equipment Repair & Replacement Program (HERR) If you’re a homeowner aged 60 or older, you may qualify for the HERR Benefit, which helps repair or replace furnaces, boilers, and other essential

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of Taghkanic will be accepting letters of interest to fill the following open position: Town Board Member All letters of interest for the above position should be sent to Cheryl Rogers, Town Clerk, 483 County Route 15, Elizaville, New York 12523 or emailed to crogers42857@gmail.com  NO LATER THAN December 29, 2025. Cheryl Rogers Town Clerk