Ilion Veterans' Memorial Auditorium Applications
The Village of Ilion will be updating the Ilion Veteran's Memorial Auditorium twice a year. One- for Veteran's Day and the other for Memorial Day. To add your name or the name of a veteran, applications are available at the Village of Ilion Municipal Building or by clicking here. The completed application must be returned to the Municipal Building along with a copy of the applicant's DD-214. Deadlines for applying: For Memorial Day inclusion applications must be received by May 1st; For Veteran's Day inclusion applications must be received by October 1st.
The veteran also, must be or have been a resident of the Village of Ilion or surrounding area for at least five (5) years.
The Ilion Veterans' Memorial Auditorium was remodeled and upgraded in 2003. The names placed in these frames will be a lasting memory for all that served during the various campaigns. It will, as well, be a lasting memory for family members and residents. Each name represents all of the men and women who served in harms way, to provide the Freedom that we all enjoy today. Veterans from World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, Global War on Terrorism and Peace Time campaigns may apply. Deadlines are firm.
Grand Opening Held
A Grand Opening event was held at Niki Marie's Salon at 4 East Main Street, Ilion NY 13357 on Friday August 27, 2010. Joining Niki for the ribbon cutting as shown to the left, were from left to right: Stephen Smith, Herkimer County Chamber of Commerce (HCCOC), Village of Ilion Deputy Mayor Kim Conley, Lisa Tsiatsos , Niki Marie's Salon, John Scarano, (HCCOC), Niki Marie Messina, Owner/Operator Niki Marie's Salon, Arlene Broat, (HCCOC), Village Trustee Joanne Moore, and Melanie Griner, (HCCOC). Assistance was provided to the business by the Village under the Community Development Block Grant program. for business and building development.
Visit the Ilion Free Public Library
Located at 78 West Street in the Village of Ilion, the Ilion Free Public Library has something to offer people of all ages.Please click here to be taken to the library's website.For upcoming events throughout the summer please.
Lois McClure Visits Ilion Marina & RV Paark
The majestic 88-foot canal schooner, Lois McClure, visited the Village of Ilion Marina and RV Park on August 5, 2010.ęSeveral hundred visitors had an opportunity to tour the boat and hear about the vital connection boats, such as the Lois McClure, provided in carrying goods throughout the northeastern waterways throughout the 19th century.ęThe Village of Ilion's summer recreation program and summer recreation participants from the City of Little Falls also were provided a special presentation on the boat by its crew.
Village of Ilion Mayor Stephens presented a special proclamation of appreciation to those who made the visit possible and to those who acted as the crew.
The schooner Lois McClure is a full-scale replica of an 1862 sailing canal boat. Constructed in Burlington, Vt. and launched in 2004, the Lois McClure is an exact recreation of canal schooners found shipwrecked in the waters of Lake Champlain.
The National Parks Service is partnering with the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, the New York State Canal Corporation, and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor to sponsor this year's tour.ęThe "Our Shared Heritage: World Canals Tour" is also made possible thanks to additional funding support from voyage sponsors, such as Cabot Creameries.
For more information on the Lois McClure "Our Shared Heritage: World Canals Tour", please visit the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum's website,
www.lcmm.org or contact the New York State Canal Corporation at (518) 436-3055.
New Farmers' Market Opens in Village of Ilion
Mayor John Stephens, along with Trustee Joanne Moore joined Mr. Jim Parker with the grand opening of the Farmers' Market at Clapsaddle Farms located on Otsego Street.The Farmers Market is open on Fridays.
Volunteers- Thank You
Volunteers make a big difference in the Village of Ilion. The entire Village Board have expressed their thanks for the super plantings which adorn the front part of the Village's Municipal Building. The plantings are completed by volunteers from the Ilion Garden Club and this year was assisted by the Boy Scouts Troop 9.
Remington Country
The Village of Ilion is proud to be the home of the Remington Arms Company. Throughout the history of the Village and the Remington Arms Company, cooperation and support has remained a key quality of the relationship which has endured many years. Please check out more information regarding Remington Arms at the following two sites:
Special Program
Prescription Drug Discount Program for Residents
The Envision Medical Solutions' Prescription Savings Program is being offered to Village of Ilion residents.
The program is offered at NO cost to Ilion tax and ratepayers. Under the program, residents and customers of the Village's Water & Electric Utilities will be provided with the Envision prescription drug discount card which may be used to obtain discounts on various prescription drugs purchased at participating pharmacies. In addition to the discount, Envision will also be donating $0.10 per prescription for all Non-U&C (usual and customary) paid claims. Village officials have designated the Ilion Public Library be the recipient of these proceeds, to be used solely for the purchase of reading materials.
The free discount cards are available at the Ilion Municipal Utilities Office and at the Ilion Library. The savings card may be used any time your prescription is not covered by insurance. It can even save you money on pet medication.
Members have access to a website that provides pharmacy locations, medication pricing and mail order information. Please note the card provides discounts it is not insurance.
