

Together, they supported the village’s acquisition of the vacant home and property at 149 Maple Avenue (the former Deitz home), which saved the property from development. From 1953 to 1982, John and Phyllis lived at 152 Maple Avenue and raised their 4 children, John, Carl, Lisa, and Stephanie.John shared a law practice in Albany with his father, and Phyllis became involved with community activities, her church, and the PTA. The Schilling family first arrived in Altamont in the early 1950’s. For over 50 years, the Schilling family has personified that sense of volunteerism. At the May 2010 village board meeting the park on Maple Avenue was officially named Schilling Park, in honor of the Schilling family and their contributions to the village.įor its entire existence, Altamont has been defined by and has enhanced a strong sense of volunteerism in its citizens.
