Occupy Inbox

Apparently grass roots efforts can work.  A few e-mails went out from a few shuls suggesting that people call or e-mail the Supervisor about the BEAR! problem. I am totally assuming that many people emailed or called, because we received the following email today (It also came as a phone call) (phone numbers have been edited out):

Over the past week a large black bear has been sighted in the...  areas of the town. We advise residents to do the following:

1)    If you see the bear, call the...  Police Department  or .... Animal Control Officer  immediately.  

DO NOT APPROACH THE BEAR

2)    The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regulates the removal of Black Bears from all venues in New York State. During normal business hours 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM call the Wildlife Regional Office or during off-duty hours 4:00 PM - 8:00 AM call 1-877-457-5680 to report a sighting and/or an emergency situation (after calling the local Police).

3)    DEC officials will inspect areas...  where bear sightings have occurred on Wednesday, November 16, 2011. Our Animal Control Officer will lead the inspection tour.

4)    The...  Police Department is increasing Police presence in the areas where sightings have occurred, in particular during night time hours.

  

5)    Reminder: Please take down all birdfeeders and cover your garbage cans. These are the two major attractions for black bears.

Sincerely Yours,

 Supervisor

I guess the BEARS didn't put enough in their envelope.