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Local impact for GCS capital project dependant on state aid By Rich Place

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GOWANDA — The Gowanda School Board last week heard a second presentation concerning its potential capital project and plans remain on track for a mid-December referendum for the public to vote on the project’s overall spending plan. Currently estimated at $33.6 million – down from an estimate of $38 million

in May — the project would include upgrades to both educational campuses, move the track away from the floodridden Hillis Field, upgrade baseball and softball fields and the tennis courts and replace the Panther Drive bridge. The cost to district taxpayers remains uncertain because of unknowns in regard to how New York state will aid the track’s move from Hillis Field to property adjacent to Aldrich Street Elementary School. The best case scenario includes no

tax impact over the 16-year life of the project’s bonding period, according to Maggie Augugliaro, an associate with Municipal Solutions. With a conservative estimate regarding interest over the bonding period, the total project cost is an estimated $41.6 million over those 16 years, she said. Augugliaro also presented a “worst case scenario” of $932,058 that would be covered by the local share over that period.

The difference between the two scenarios, as Augugliaro essentially outlined to the board during the first capital project presentation in May, is whether the state is willing to reallocate the maximum cost allowance — that’s the maximum amount of money the state is willing to aid, with a specific amount designated to each building — from the middle/high school to the elementary school. See Project, Page 18

Exploring new horizons By Rich Place

Managing Editor

GOWANDA — As many of her classmates were enjoying their summer vacation, Serena Emery was hard at work preparing for college in a program designed specifically for Native American high school students. Serena, who is now a senior at Gowanda Central School, spent a week in mid-July at Whitman College in Walla Walla, Wash., as part of the College Horizons program, and learned about the college admission progress while

also meeting other Native Americans and learning more about their cultures. “I think it broadened my horizons – pun intended – in a way I don’t think I would have had any other chance to do,” said Serena. Although the experience itself was full of information, the process to actually be admitted was a feat onto itself. Jennifer Mattimore, a guidance counselor at Gowanda, said Serena had to complete 10 essays of at least 250 words each just to be considered for admission. “She stayed after (school) with

me every week for eight weeks right after Thanksgiving,” said Mattimore. “The application process was insane.” Mattimore said admission to the program isn’t for everyone — in her 12 years at the district Serena was only the fourth student to be admitted. Serena took her first trip outside the state – and her first time on an airplane – to Walla Walla in July. Then it was five days full of information about college preparation with a mix of learning about different cultures. See Horizons Page 18

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GOWANDA BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Johnsons Plumbing and Heating continues family tradition in Gowanda GOWANDA — A family business with a long history in Gowanda and the surrounding communities continues to provide plumbing, heating and air conditioning service to area residents. Johnson’s Plumbing and Heating, Inc., was founded in 1955 by brothers Dave and Norm Johnson and now continues with another generation that aim to give customers the best customer service possible while also giving back to community organizations. In 1985, the business continued under the ownership of Dale and Charles Koch. Business officials say their dedication of service to their customers sets them apart from others in the area, and one of the best parts of having their own business is “being able to give back to our community and area churches.” Johnson’s Plumbing and Heating, Inc., offers all plumbings needs, installation of furnaces, pumps, boilers, bathrooms, air conditioning, ductwork, sewer cleaning and more. They said that no job is too small or too big. When asked about how the business deals with tough times, business officials said it’s all about knowing how to budget. Plus, they said, “hard times are a good time to figure out how we can be more effective with our services.” The business works with its customers to give them the best options available, from equipment to financing. It works with local agencies, the Seneca Nation of Indians and National Fuel rebates on qualifying equipment. Johnson’s Plumbing and Heating, Inc., is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. And can be found online at gowandaplumbingandheating.com or by visiting them on Facebook. The business itself is located at 57 Commercial St. in Gowanda and can be contacted at 532-4376.

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Chicago Authority to perform at Hollywood Theater GOWANDA — The Chicago Authority will perform in concert at Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater at 7 p.m. Oct. 21. Presented by Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater, the event is a fundraiser for the theater’s restoration and for the Drums Along the Waterfront Scholarship Fund. The Chicago Authority is a tribute to the music of renowned band Chicago. Chicago has been one of the top touring acts for fifty years and their 2016 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has skyrocketed their popularity. The Chicago Authority pays tribute to that legacy during a three-hour show that mimics the look and duplicates the sound of the touring band. Those in attendance will hear hits including “Make Me Smile,” “Saturday in the Park,” “If You Leave Me Now,” “25 or 6 to 4” and “Colour My World.” “We are so excited to be playing Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater,” stated Rick Johnston, manager of The Chicago Authority. “We love seeing theaters come back to life, and Gowanda has a real gem in the Hollywood. We are proud to assist in raising funds for the restoration, and look forward to perform-

ing there for years to come.” Mark Burr, president of Historic Hollywood Theater, said the annual Hollywood Happening event has been a large fundraiser for the venue since its inception 20 years ago. Sharing in the fundraiser is Drums Along the Waterfront Inc., a nonprofit group that serves as an educational, promotional, and service arm of the youth drum and bugle corps activity in Western New York. Doors open at 6 p.m. on the night of the performance. Tickets are $20 and there is general seating for the event. Only 500 tickets will be sold. Tickets can be purchased online at www.gowandahollywoodtheater.com/ or charge by phone at (317) 275-1212. In Gowanda tickets can be purchased at Gowanda Harley Davidson, McCormack’s Hardware, through Brenda at Community Bank and through Jason at Honk’s Grape & Grain. Parking is free. The venue is handicapped accessible and can assist patrons with mobility needs. Food and a cash bar will be available inside the theater. For more information on Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater, visit www. gowandahollywoodtheater.com.

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The Chicago Authority will perform at the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda on Oct. 21.

Gowanda Garden Club to meet Oct. 4 GOWANDA — The regular meeting of the Gowanda Garden Club will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at the Gowanda Free Methodist Church, 149 W. Main St. The topic for meeting is English Gardens. Members are encouraged to attend and guests are always welcome.

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Walk to School Day is Oct. 4 GOWANDA — Gowanda is “On The Move” again, with this year’s Walk to School Day scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 4. The event will take place in partnership with Gowanda Central School, the village of Gowanda, the state Department of Transportation and Healthy Community Alliance. Last year, 85 students and staff from the middle and high schools along with 135 students, staff, and parents from the elementary school participated in this popular, Safe Routes to School event. Elementary students can join the second annual Walking School Bus Parade. Starting at the Gowanda fire hall and ending at Gowanda Elementary School. Students can be dropped off at the fire hall starting at 8 a.m. The group walk will begin at 8:15 a.m. to arrive at the elementary school by 8:30. Participants will receive a goodie bag for participation. A signed permission slip is required for any elementary student wishing to walk. Don’t forget to wear blue to show your school spirit. For middle and high school students who would like to participate, a group walk will begin at Healthy Community Alliance, 1 School St., Gowanda. Students and teachers should meet at 1 School Street at 6:45 a.m., and the walk will begin at 6:55 a.m.. Participants will receive snacks, step counters, a T-shirt and have a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Soles Unlimited. All are encouraged to wear their “Let's Walk” T-Shirts. To learn more about this event, please call Healthy Community Alliance at 716-532-1010.

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Springville Oktoberfest scheduled for Sept. 30 SPRINGVILLE — The Springville Area Chamber of Commerce’s 12th Annual Oktoberfest will take place from 2 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30 at Springville Fireman’s Park, 70 Nason Blvd. just off Waverly Street. The event is free and takes place rain or shine. The official kickoff at 2 p.m. will include the tapping of the keg with Mayor Bill Krebs. Springville Oktoberfest features over a dozen different craft beers on tap to choose from, along with a variety of local wines. The menu selection of authentic German food includes Spar’s European sausages, bratwurst and brat burgers from Springville Meat Shoppe, homemade sauerkraut, homemade German potato salad, pretzel sticks and fried pickles. Free musical entertainment will take place all day long on two stages with the Springville Jazz Band and Mumbo Gumbo playing from 2:30 to 5 p,m. and The Frank-

furters and Joe Wagner Band playing from 6 to 10 p.m. After the music ends, guests are invited to stay for fireworks. The Southtowns German Car and Motorcycle Show, sponsored by Northtown Porsche and Volkswagen of Orchard Park, will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. Other events include the annual Apfel Dessert Contest, Best German Costume Contest and guests will not want to miss the second annual Running of the Wieners, where participants dress up in weiner costumes and race each other for a chance to win prizes. Lawn games will be available this year for impromptu tournaments while enjoying the day. Raffle drawings for a Learn-ToSki Package from Kissing Bridge (valued at $300) and a Golf Package (valued at $500) from Springville Country Club will take place along with two 50/50 drawings. For additional information, sponsorship or volunteer opportunities contact director@springvillechamber.com.

Clean, Sober + Saved meetings to be held Fridays in Dayton DAYTON — Master’s Plan Ministries will hold Clean, Sober + Saved meetings, designed for addicts and family members of drug addicts, on Friday evenings at 7 p.m.. The series is based on a program by Strawberry Ministries. Meetings are held at The Master’s Plan Cafe, 9586 Railroad Ave. in Dayton. Refreshments are provided. For additional information, call 725-9229.

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Trinity UCC in Gowanda to host spaghetti dinner benefit GOWANDA — The Trinity United Christ of Christ, located at 30 Erie Ave. in Gowanda, will host a spaghetti dinner Oct. 21 to benefit Local Blue Star Mothers of America, Local Chapter 4. Blue Star Mothers is a private, nonprofit organization that provides support for mothers who have sons or daughters in active service in the U.S. Armed Forces. The local chapter sends packages several times a year to any local service member or any servicemember with a local connection. Event organizers said the Trinity UCC family chose this charity “because it means a great deal to the members, many are veterans, and it also benefits the community as well as WNY families.”

This year’s dinner, which is held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. or until sold out, will also have a Halloween theme and guests can wear a costume for a treat. On the menu is spaghetti with “Jodie’s famous sauce,” meatballs, salad, bread and butter, a drink and a homemade dessert. There will also be baskets available for people of all ages. Tickets can be purchased at the door or presale. Prices are $9 for adults and teenagers, $6 for children 6 to 12 and free for children 5 and younger. Organizers said prices have not gone up in a couple years so more people can join them. Presale tickets are available from any church member or by contacting the church, 532-3004.

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A POINT OF VIEW

Friendship, a bowl and integrity You know, friendship mediately there was doom is priceless, not only in the and gloom and the question dark moments of life but in was asked, “why did you the brightness of life itself. do that?” Have you ever And thanks to a benevolent noticed, when a treasured arrangement, the greater family glass bowl or favorpart of life is aglow with the ite porcelain figurine has sunshine of brightness. been broken, there seems Gems may be precious, to be more broken pieces but good friendships are than when it was in its solid priceless. For you see, state? And then, when we you can always count on try to repair it, there seems genuine friendship. In life, to be other problems such Robert Heichberger when it hurts to look back as: a lost piece cannot be Contributing Colulmnist and you are fearful to look found, or there is a piece ahead, you can look beside or two left over. And then and your best friend will always be there. when fixed, there may be scars, crevices or William Shakespeare said it well, “A cracks left on the repaired piece. friend is one that knows you as you are, Then too, there may be, when repaired, understand where you have been, accepts uneven edges, an unbalanced based or a what you have become, and still, gently roughened finish. Things are just not quite allows you to grow.” the same as before it became fragmented. There are times, with the quickenAnd then, thankfully, by contrast, with ing pace of life, and the changes in one’s some refinement and special bonding, circumstance, good friendships may go there may be an even strengthened finish asunder. Or sadly and quite often unknow- to the piece. One just never knows what ingly, with a misfortunate turn of events, the outcome will be when such a happenfriendships may become seriously marred ing occurs. or permanently dismantled. When this hapYou know, the same seems to be so true pens, there may be the acknowledgement, in human relationships and friendships. “let bygones be bygones,” or there may Occasionally, a fragmentation may occur be the attempt to pick up the pieces and between individuals or between groups. repair to the original state. This process Shattered feelings or fragmented relationmay be tedious, but is usually well worth ships are often hard to mend but, with the effort. refinement and special bonding, the result In this paragraph, it may appear we may be an enduring quality of friendship. digress, but not really. In our family, at one And you know, there is a destiny that time or another, a favorite dish, or bowl, or makes friends truly friends. For you see, cup has been inadvertently dropped. Imno one really walks alone. For what we

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send into the lives of others always comes back and reaches into our own life again. Ah yes, human relationships matter. If we would build on a sure foundation of friendship, we respect and appreciate friends for their sake, and not for the purpose of how their friendship will benefit us. The principle of friendship is found in these words found in Scripture: “Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?” Friends are of like mind. Someone has said that if you can count your true friends on the fingers of one hand, you are blessed. A friend is one with whom you can be yourself and never fear he or she will judge you. A friend is someone in which you can confide in complete trust. A friend is someone you respect and who has respect for you, not based upon worthiness but based upon a likeness of mind and heart. Eleanor Roosevelt said it so well, “Many people will walk in and out of your life but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart.” It is certain friendship may, on occasion, require some refinement and mending. To note, just as with a fragmented bowl, when a genuine bonding element is employed, a strengthening of the original item will exist. And when genuine confidence is present among friends, integrity of friendship will prevail. (Dr. Robert Heichberger is a professor emeritus at SUNY Fredonia and an award winning author. Contact him at rheich@ aol.com.)

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The second heart stopped beating a smile upon his face For we know that he was greeted by our mother at the gate Although we all are saddened and will miss him every day We know how much he missed her each and every day So even as we shed our tears MOM & DAD are together again For their anniversary this year Jerry & Toni Henderson Oct. 5, 1957-2017

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Little Valley Lions Club plans kickball tournament and after party LITTLE VALLEY — The Little Valley Lions Club convened Sept. 7 and District Governor Sharon Battaglia was present for the meeting. Awards were presented to: Lions Wayne Reed, 38-year member; Myrna Reynolds, 25-year member; Jordan Scanlon Hernandez and Jodi Scanlon received a special Centennial Pin for sponsoring new members; Junior Lion Sebastian Parker received the U.S. Centennial Mint Coin for the Lions Centennial. He has served in many capacities as a Lion. Plans for the Lions Clubsponsored Kickball Tournament are ongoing, club members reported. The event will take place throughout the day on Oct. 14 at the Little Valley Baseball Field on First Street by the community pool. A total of 10 teams are allowed to register for the event; there is a maximum of 12 players allowed and there is a gender rule of at least four players. Entry fee is $100 and the winning prize is $300. Forms may be obtained at Schubert Enterprises on Route 353 from Lion Jordan. That evening, the Lions Club will hold a Surfin’ USA and Rock ‘n’ Roll Party at the Little Valley American Legion at 7 p.m. The event will benefit sight needs; admission is $10 per

couple and $5 single. There will be door prizes and a “surfin’ bear.” The first 20 $10 tickets sold will get a free

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Jerry Henderson

PERRYSBURG — Jerry Henderson, 78, of Town Line Road, passed away peacefully Monday (Sept. 18, 2017) surrounded by family at Buffalo General Hospital. Jerry was born July 1, 1939 in Roulette, Pa., a twin son of William and Lillian (Stone) Henderson. On Oct. 5, 1957, Jerry married the former Margaret “Toni” Patterson in Pennsylvania. Toni passed away on their 51st wedding anniversary on Oct. 5, 2008. Jerry held various jobs in the area, including at the former Peter Cooper Corps, the former Moench Tanning, Winsmith in Springville, the former Gowanda Psychiatric Center and the Town Persia Town Highway Department. Jerry was also owner-operator of the former Henderson Towing, a business he ran for several years.

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SALAMANCA — Diane M. Hill, 55, formerly of Salamanca, passed away Friday (Sept. 22, 2017) at Olean General Hospital. She was born July 28, 1962, in Buffalo, the daughter of the late Andrew Hess and Marion (Hintz) Hess, who survives and resides in East Otto. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Otto. Besides her mother, she is survived by a daughter, Andrea Hess of Belfast; two

Survivors include his children, Jerry (Crystal) Henderson Jr. of South Dayton, Brian “Fred” (Becky) Henderson of Perrysburg, Holly Mansfield of Cattaraugus, Eula (Rick) Morton of Little Valley and Billie (David) Beck of North Collins; 16 grandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and wife, Jerry was preceded in death by his siblings, Kathleen Kio, Leo Henderson, Leonard Henderson, twin brother Gary Henderson, Thomas Henderson and Lorraine Rees. Friends called Sunday (Sept. 24, 2017) at Schindler Funeral Home, 44 Center St., Gowanda, where a service was also held. Memorials may be made to the local charity of one’s choice.

brothers, Paul Hess of Allegany and David (Maria) Hess of Gowanda; and four nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Mentley Funeral Home, Inc., 411 Rock City St., Little Valley. Memorials may be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9037 Otto East Otto Road, Otto, NY, 14766.

The family of Jerry Henderson, Sr. would like to extend a special thank you to Mark Schindler, the Guadagno Family, the Reinschmidt Family. Ted & Rose Kuhanck and all of our family and friends who were there for us during our time of need. Thank You, The Henderson Family

Margaret A. Witherell

GOWANDA — Margaret A. Witherell, 94, of Gowanda, died Thursday (Sept. 14, 2017) at Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville following a brief illness. Margaret was the daughter of the late Elmer LeRoy and Myrtle (Rich) Race of Cattaraugus and wife of the late Jack Witherell. Margaret, who grew up in Cattaraugus, was an artist noted for her many oil paintings of Zoar Valley, which were exhibited and won awards in area art shows. She was a longtime member and past president of the Collins Art Club, the Gowanda Garden Club and Gowanda Senior Citizens group. She worked for many years at the Gowanda Psychiatric Center, was a Girl Scout

leader and elections inspector. Margaret also enjoyed creative writing and collecting antiques and had an antiques shop for a few years. She is survived by a daughter, Joyce (Dan) Fogarty of Pennsylvania; a son, David (Elizabeth) Witherell of Gowanda; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and her beloved cats. She was predeceased by a daughter, Carol (Ray) Yackle; a son, John (Gloria) Witherell; and a brother, Andrew (Irene) Race. A member service will be held at a future date. Memorials may be made to the SPCA or any cat rescue group.

Amanda R. Shaw Roldan BUFFALO — Amanda R. Shaw Roldan, 37, formerly of Gowanda and Dayton, passed away unexpectedly Friday (Sept. 22, 2017) at Kenmore Mercy Hospital in Buffalo. Amanda was born Dec. 13, 1979 to loving parents Melvin and Linda (Card) Shaw of Dayton in Minot, N.D Besides her parents, Amanda is survived by her husband, Julio Roldan of Buffalo; her three children, Thomas J. “TJ” Gauda of Holland, and Victoria L. Shultz and Angelica Shaw, both of Dayton; a brother, Nlis (Peggy) Shaw

of Dayton; and her maternal grandmother, Patricia Card of Millerton, Pa. Amanda is also survived by aunts, uncles and many cousins. Amanda was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Nlis Card, and her paternal grandparents, Marion Shaw and Barbara Jones. Funeral services were held Thursday (Sept. 28, 2017) from the Schindler Funeral Home, 44 Center St., Gowanda, with the Rev. Michael Nace officiating. If desired, memorials may be made to the local charity of one’s choice.

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Susan Rogers-Aregger HONOLULU, Hawaii — Susan Rogers-Aregger, 66, of Paiko Drive, Honolulu, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 2, 2017 at her home. Susan was born June 28, 1951 in Gowanda, N.Y., the eldest of four children of Ruth and John Rogers. After graduating from Gowanda High School and Jamestown Community College, she went on an adventure to Hawaii in 1971 to attend the University of Hawaii. She worked at the Sheraton Waikiki, Tradewind Tours, Foodland Supermarket and as a real estate agent before realizing her true calling. Since the early 1980s, Susan’s creative career encompassed being an artist, a teacher and a contributor to Hawaii’s artistic community. For 13 years she was co-owner of Arts of Paradise, a gallery in the International Market Place in Waikiki. Her specialty was hand-dyed paper collages and she co-authored the book, “Paper Dying For Collage and Crafts.” Susan taught this technique at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Gardens in Kaneohe and at the historic Chautauqua Institute in New York. Susan was also a noted ceramicist. She participated in the Hawaii Craftsmen Raku Ho’olaule’a for over 20 years. Susan was a past president of the Association of Hawaii Artists. She was on the board of the Honolulu branch of the

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National League of American Pen Women and was a member of Hawaii Craftsmen, Hawaii Potters Guild, Windward Artists Guild and the Chautauqua Center for the Visual Arts. Susan had a full and amazing life. She loved to cook and garden and especially loved going back to Western New York every fall to see the leaves change. She loved her home but was able to travel the world with her husband, Dan. Susan will be fondly remembered as a person everyone was instantly attracted to. With her giving spirit, beautiful smile and enthusiastic laugh, Susan touched many lives deeply and lit up any room she was in. Susan is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Dan Fox-Aregger; a sister, Jane (Darl) Rogers-Lillie; two brothers, Richard “Rick” Rogers and Thomas Rogers; and six cousins Cassie (Lanny) Holt, Tom Deneen, Sharon (Cid) Pormeil, Peg Gunsolus, Larry (Darcie) Rogers and Jerry Rogers. A time of remembrance will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday (Sept. 30, 2017) from the Schindler Funeral Home, 44 Center St., Gowanda. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Susan Rogers-Aregger Memorial Collage & Clay Foundation at P.O. Box 26467, Honolulu, HI 96825.

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arbitration demands IRVING — The Seneca Nation of Indians has filed its official response to New York state’s arbitration demand made earlier this month over the Senecas decision to end casino revenue sharing under the state Gaming Compact. In its response, the Nation asserted its compliance with the provisions of the Gaming Compact it signed with the state in 2002, notably the provisions related to the Nation’s 14-year revenue share obligation, which the Nation fulfilled earlier this year, a Seneca spokesman said. According to the language of the Compact, the Nation agreed to pay a percentage of the slot machine revenue generated at its three casinos for a period of 14 years, said spokesman Phil Pantano. There were three percentage levels for revenue sharing from slot machines and video poker games, Pantano said. Those levels are: Years one to four, 18 percent; years five to seven, 22 percent, and years seven to 14, 25 percent. According to the Nation’s filing, “The text of the Compact contains absolutely no requirement for payments beyond those three payment periods.” The Nation made its final payment to New York state in March. The Senecas have paid the state more than $1.4 billion over the 14-year period. “The Seneca Nation has faithfully honored the agreement we negotiated and signed in good faith in 2002,” Sen-

eca Nation President Todd Gates said in a statement, adding the state is “trying to create a reality that does not exist.” The arbitration filings come almost six months after the Nation made its final required payment in late March. At that time, Gates spoke directly with Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who asked Gates if he would be willing to meet. Cuomo subsequently canceled two meetings with Gates, one in July and one in August. “For the state to say that the Nation was not willing to meet is a blatant lie and the height of hypocrisy,” Gates said. “It was the state, and the governor specifically, who was unwilling to meet with me and engage in productive dialogue. The governor spent almost half a year avoiding meeting with me.” A three-member arbitration panel will now be empaneled to hear arguments on the matter. The Seneca Nation and New York state will each make a selection to the arbitration panel, which will then select a third, mutually-agreeable panel member. Caught in the middle again are Western New York municipalities and school districts which received a share of the Seneca casino revenue sharing. They include the city of Salamanca, Cattaraugus County and the Salamanca City Central School District. The city expected to receive almost $6 million this year and the county and school more than $1 million each.

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n MACHIAS — Charles R. Hill, 54, of Delevan, was charged with driving while intoxicated and operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent, both misdemeanors. n MACHIAS — David S. Perrington, 28, of Yorkshire, was charged with fourth degree criminal mischief, a class A misdemeanor, and reckless driving, an unclassified misdemeanor.

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n MACHIAS — Scott A. Hoffman, 41, of Machias, was charged with driving while intoxicated and operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent, both unclassified misdemeanors, and unlawful possession of marijuana, a violation. n DELEVAN — Tobias Price, 39, of Buffalo, was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana, a violation.

Red Cross announces upcoming blood drives BUFFALO – The American Red Cross has announced its upcoming blood donations for the Gowanda area. They include: n Oct. 4, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., Sardinia Fire Hall, 12719 W. Schutt Road, Sardinia; n Oct. 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lionel R. John Health Center, 987 R.C. Hoag Drive, Salamanca; and n Oct. 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Little Valley United Methodist Church, 109 Court St., Little Valley.

n PERSIA — Edward A. Johnston, 48, of Persia, was charged at 6:20 p.m. Sept. 22 with felony driving while intoxicated, aggravated DWI with a blood-alcohol content of over 0.18 percent, first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation, driving an unregistered vehicle, driving an uninspected vehicle and having an open container of alcohol. Charges were issued after a traffic stop on Maple Hill. Johnston was issued appearance tickets and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. n FRANKLINVILLE — Gary F. Baldwin, 63, of Franklinville, was charged at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 22 with fourth-degree possession of marijuana and growing cannabis, both class A misdemeanors. The charges stem from Baldwin allegedly receiving marijuana in the mail, prompting Franklinville Police to execute a search warrant at Baldwin’s Johnson Street residence. He was issued an appearance ticket and is

scheduled to appear in court at 7 p.m. Oct. 2. This was a joint investigation involving the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force. n RANDOLPH — Joshua J. Dash, 37, of Randolph, was charged at 7:35 a.m. Sept. 22 with criminal possession of a firearm and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon after an alleged incident on Thursday. He was held in lieu of $300,000 bail. n CATTARAUGUS — Dawn M. Lingenfelter, 53, of Cattaraugus, was charged at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 22 for second-degree scheme to defraud, a class A misdemeanor, on an active arrest warrant out of Town of Little Valley Court. n CATTARAUGUS — Samantha J. Coleman, 23, of Cattaraugus, was charged at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 22 for second-degree scheme to defraud, a class A misdemeanor, on an active arrest warrant out of Town of Little Valley Court.

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SALAMANCA — The Jimersontown Presbyterian Church will host its 58th annual Indian Foods Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 21 at the Seneca Allegany Administration Building, 90 Ohi:yo’ Way, Salamanca. Dinner setting is at 1 p.m. The menu includes roast turkey, roast venison, mashed potatoes, green beans, hull corn soup, boiled corn bread, mashed beans, squash, fried salt pork, fry bread, cole slaw, cranberries, pumpkin pie and beverages. Cost is $13 for adults, and $10 children ages 5-8. Native crafts and baked goods will be on sale in the lobby. Dinner reservations may be made by contacting Marilyn George, 474-6387 or marilyn_george@yahoo.com; Florence Fuller, 945-1529; or Evan Ellis, 945-2047. Deadline for reservations is 4 p.m. Oct. 20. Vendors may reserve table space by calling Gloria Heron at 307-6672 or email gjheron@hotmail.com.

SJFKports beats Gowanda/PV in a shootout, 43-20 THE GOWANDA PRESS

September 29-October 5, 2017

By Sam Wilson Sports Editor

The Gowanda/Pine Valley football team saw its best passing effort of the season Saturday, but could not keep up with John F. Kennedy High School. JFK defeated the Panthers, 43-20, despite an efficient day for Gowanda/ PV junior quarterback Justin Kohn, who completed 14-of-22 passes for 204 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. Senior Nate Brawdy was his main target, catching seven balls for 120 yards and a score. But the breakout passing game happened after the JFK Bears (3-1, 2-0 Class C North) broke the game open with 22 first-quarter points and 14 more in the second to take a 36-6 lead and 36-13 into halftime. “Coming out, giving up 22 points in the first quarter, that's tough to do,” coach Sean Gabel said. “But as a positive point, we did fight back part of of the second quarter and we came out at halftime and could have easily — with the heat as it was — just went through the motions but we started playing some football with a couple starters with problems with the weather and injuries on the bench. Backups came up and they played and they rallied together. “We made that second half a foot-

ball game and in that aspect I can't say enough about our kids because it could have easily went the other direction pretty quickly. They played tough the second half of the game, they left everything out there. Unfortunately we've got to play four quarters, we can't start slow but I've got to say how proud I was of those kids, (including) a couple backups who never saw the field, not much game experience and we had to put them on the field.” JFK quarterback James Bailey threw for a school-record four touchdown passes, including two to Jordan Snyder. Zack Smith’s fourth-quarter touchdown reception from Kohn and a Mattias Rikka extra point (his second of the day) cut the lead to 36-20 before Bailey’s last touchdown pass marked the game’s final score. Gabel said his team’s breakthrough in the passing game stemmed from confidence. “These are kids we're dealing with,” he said, “and once they get some confidence under their belt and they can start believing in themselves a bit more, and in their teammates, all the kids rally behind that. It's momentum: a couple kids get there, a couple other kids get on board and that's what a team does. “I'm just hoping to carry that inten-

sity, that enjoyment, that fun and carry it on Friday night and watch it some more.” Junior Caleb Maloney again led Panthers runners with 75 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries and added three catches for 35 yards. Brawdy, Maloney and junior Ryan Gernatt tied for a team-high with seven tackles each. At 0-4, Gowanda/Pine Valley returns to Hillis Field for just its second home game of the season Friday, host-

ing Allegany-Limestone in Class C South play. The Gators (1-3) have lost two in a row and are also seeking their first league win. “Both teams are struggling but that's a good program out there,” Gabel said. “I know coach (Paul) Furlong does a great job out there. They're hungry also, so we are by no means in any position to take any team lightly. We're in a hole we've dug ourselves in and now it's only up to us to get ourselves out of this.”

Jamestown Red Raiders roll past Griffins, 56-14 JAMESTOWN — SpringvilleGriffith Institute’s football team traveled to visit Jamestown High School as a winless Class B school playing an unbeaten AA school. The result that ensued showed that disparity. The Red Raiders (4-0, 3-0) scored all 56 points in the first half —

42 in the second quarter — and rolled to a 56-14 victory. The Griffins (0-4, 0-3) made the total offense yardage much closer than the scoreboard with 250 yards (all rushing) to Jamestown’s 348 (213 rushing). But SGI lost four turnovers by fumble to Jamestown’s one.

Griffins running back Topher Elkins made the most of his six carries with 90 yards and a touchdown and Devin Bruno added 55 yards on 13 carries. Bryson Black ran for a 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Jamestown’s Savon Vansickle erupted for five touchdowns, three

in the running game (9 carries for 74 yards) and two in the passing game (3 catches for 111 yards). Quarterback Drew Boggs completed 5-of-5 passes for 135 yards. Jake Bystryk led SGI with five tackles (four solo).

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September 29-October 5, 2017

Gowanda sports report By Mark Benton

Sports Correspondent

The Gowanda-Pine Valley High School varsity football team lost at JFK by the score of 46-23 on Saturday, Sept. 23. It was a non-conference, Class C game. JFK High School is located in the Town of Cheektowaga and was formerly known as Sloan High School. The Panthers began playing JFK in the fall of 1968 when Gowanda left the Southwestern Conference in favor of the Erie County Interscholastic Conference (ECIC). The Blue and White lost the initial contest to the Bears at Hillis Field by the score of 20-8 during week three of the 1968 season. The following season, Gowanda traveled to JFK and came home with a convincing 28-8 victory. The 1970 GCS yearbook incorrectly

listed the game as a 28-28 tie. JFK won again at Hillis Field in the fall of 1970 thanks to a late touchdown pass that was tipped by a Gowanda defender and into the hands of a JFK receiver who scampered 10 yards for the winning score. The teams did not meet again until the fall of 1987. After opening the season with four losses, Gowanda-Pine Valley will look to break into the win column this Friday, Sept. 29 with a home game against Allegany-Limestone. n The Gowanda Recreation fall coed youth soccer program for children ages 5-14 will continue this Sunday night, Oct. 1, at Gateway Park on Palmer Street from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The program is free of charge thanks to a grant from the Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau. Previous soccer experience is not mandatory to join this program. The co-ed soccer program

will continue through Oct. 15. n A Legends slow pitch softball game that will feature former Gowanda Merchants and Gowanda Panther baseball players is set for Saturday, Sept. 30 beginning at 4 p.m. at Gateway Park. A reunion picnic to follow. This event will be held in conjunction with the Fall Harvest Festival. Several of the players that participated in the old timers game on July 30 will be returning to play in this game too. The playing field at Gateway Park will have a few updates for the Legends game. n The Gowanda Recreation Department will hold their first "Learn to Ski" signup for students in grades 5 through 12 on Tuesday, October 24 from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Village board room. A men's recreational basketball program (ages 16 and up) will begin on Tuesday, November 14. The pro-

gram will be held each Tuesday (except over holiday recess periods) from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Academy Place gymnasium. The cost to play each week is $2. Roller skating for children in grades K through 8 will begin on Monday, December 4. That program will also be held at the Academy Place from 6 to 7:30 pm with a $2 cost each week. For more information, call the Recreation Director at 532-4053. n A reminder to all children that play with the red kickballs that are at all of the village parks and were donated by the Healthy Community Alliance. Please return the kickballs and place them to the red baskets before you leave. Several children have been taking the balls home from the parks. That is not the intention of this program.

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A LOOK AHEAD... FRIDAY, SEPT. 29 VARSITY FOOTBALL Allegany-Limestone at Gowanda, 7 p.m.

The history of last second Gowanda football victories By Mark Benton

Sports Correspondent

SATURDAY, SEPT. 30 JV FOOTBALL Gowanda at Allegany-Limestone, 10 a.m.

GOWANDA — The Gowanda Panthers varsity football team has been on both sides of last-minute victories over TUESDAY, OCT. 3 the course of their long history. The GIRLS VOLLEYBALL following are a few of those exciting Gowanda at Silver Creek, 5 p.m. (JV), 6:30 p.m. (V) victories in Gowanda's favor. In week six of the 1969 high school THURSDAY, OCT. 5 football season, the Alden Bulldogs GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Gowanda at Cassadaga Valley 5 p.m. (JV), 6:30 p.m. (V) came to town to take on Gowanda. The Panthers were coming off a humbling home loss against Depew and were FRIDAY, OCT. 6 slight underdogs in this game, too.The VARSITY FOOTBALL blue and white had posted an overall Southwestern at Gowanda, 7 p.m. record of 2-2-1 and wanted to move up SATURDAY, OCT. 7 in the standings. Alden only had one JV FOOTBALL loss. Gowanda at Cleveland Hill, 10 a.m. The game went back and forth when Gowanda finally turned the ball over TUESDAY, OCT. 10 on downs late in the game and trailed, GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Forestville at Gowanda, 5 p.m. (JV), 6:30 p.m. (V) 28-26. Alden only needed to run four plays and the game clock would have expired since Gowanda was out of BOYS & GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY timeouts. Gowanda at Jamestown, 4:15 p.m. But Wait! After a third down play THURSDAY, OCT. 12 with the clock still running, an Alden GIRLS VOLLEYBALL player called timeout by mistake to Gowanda at Fredonia, 5 p.m. (JV), 6:30 p.m. (V) FRIDAY, OCT. 13 VARSITY FOOTBALL Salamanca at Gowanda, 7 p.m. MONDAY, OCT. 16 JV FOOTBALL Gowanda at Salamanca, 4:30 p.m. TUESDAY, OCT. 17 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Dunkirk at Gowanda, 5 p.m. (JV), 6:30 p.m. (V) BOYS & GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY Gowanda at Cattaraugus-Little Valley, 4:15 p.m. THURSDAY, OCT. 19 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Gowanda at Brocton, 5 p.m. (JV), 6:30 p.m. (V) MONDAY, OCT. 23 BOYS & GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY Gowanda at Silver Creek, 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY, OCT. 27 BOYS CROSS COUNTRY CCAA League Meet at Bemus Point Golf Course, 3:30 p.m.

avoid a delay of game penalty. The Alden coaching staff was furious since they now had to punt the ball back to Gowanda. The Panthers gained possession just inside of Alden's territory when divine intervention took over. With time for just one play, Gowanda quarterback Dan Elvin threw a bomb down the left sideline that was tipped by an Alden defensive back. Gowanda receiver Gerald Jemison was behind the Alden player and contorted his body to snatch the tipped pass in the end zone as the clock expired. A wild celebration then took place as the scoreboard read: Gowanda 32 and Alden 28. In week four of the 1982 season, Gowanda faced a fourth and 7 with just seconds to play against Southwestern at Hillis Field and trailed, 12-6. GCS quarterback Seth Halftown Jr. threw a desperation pass almost exactly where the Elvin-to-Jemison pass was thrown 13 years earlier but this time Todd LaValle made a twisting catch to give the Panthers a first down at the Trojans 7-yard line. Gowanda scored two plays later to send the game into overtime.

The cardiac Panthers went on to defeat Southwestern by the score of 24-18 in double overtime. It was the first and last double overtime victory for Gowanda on the gridiron. Gowanda's undefeated season would have never happened if Salamanca did not fumble the ball away around midfield at Veterans Park with less than two minutes remaining in a Division VI showdown during week six in the fall of 2002. But the opportunistic Panthers made the Warriors pay dearly for the turnover. With just seconds remaining in the game and behind by a few points, Gowanda quarterback Mike Maloney rolled to his right and threw a long pass down the sideline that Brad John dove and caught while sailing over the goal line. Gowanda won the game and later their first Section VI championship. Just a reminder, never give up Panthers until the clock reads 0:00. As I mentioned in last week's Gowanda Sports Report, our Hamburg High School varsity football team won a game two weeks ago by catching a 57 yard "Hail Mary" pass as time expired.

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September 29-October 5, 2017

Old Times Remembered...

Dayton Depot, circa 1910

Photo courtesy Gowanda Area Historical Society

Dayton was an important rail junction beginning with the opening of the Buffalo & Jamestown Railroad in 1874. The north-south line ran through a tunnel dug in the embankment built for the New York and Erie Rail Road completed in 1851 between Piermont on the Hudson River and Dunkirk on Lake Erie. The section from Salamanca to Dunkirk later became a branch line of the Erie. The Buffalo & Jamestown later was the Buffalo &

Southwestern Division of the Erie. You can count at least four sets of tracks in this circa 1910 photo of the Dayton station. Rail traffic declined with the rise of the trucking industry and the depot was torn down about 30 years ago. The Gowanda historical museum is open Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. at Chestnut and Commercial streets.

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COME TO WORSHIP GOWANDA

CATTARAUGUS

Gowanda Assembly of God 78 Allen St. | gowandaassembly.com Pastor: David Gabel Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Bright Way Baptist Church 23 Gail Drive | 507-6458 Pastor: Thad Kuntz Worship: Sunday, 11 a.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m.

Gowanda Free Methodist Church 149 West Main St. | gowandafmc.org Worship Times: Saturday, 6 p.m. and Sunday, 9 and 10:30 a.m.

Cattaraugus United Methodist 53 Washington St. | 257-3583 or 257-9398 Pastor: Becky Ward Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Gowanda 64 E. Main St. | 532-4292 Pastor: Rev. Donna Lewis Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Roberts Memorial Free Methodist Church 111 South St. | 257-3326 www.robertsfmc.org Pastor: Rev. Mike Jones Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Gowanda United Methodist Church 30 North Chapel St. | 532-4092 Pastor: Chris Klimecko Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Victory Tabernacle 254 South Main St. | 257-9838 Pastor: Michael Winder Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Immanuel Lutheran Church 40 South Chapel St. | 532-4342 Pastor: Travis S. Grubbs Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 36 Washington St. | 257-9351 | stmaryscatt.org Pastor: Rev. Joseph Porpiglia Sunday Mass: 11:15 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church 26 Erie St. | 532-5100 | sjcgowanda.org Pastor: Rev. Joseph Porpiglia Worship: Saturday, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 & 9:30 a.m. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church 76 Center St. Pastor: The Rev. David Noves Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

St. John’s Church 28 Ellicott St. Pastor: Mike Trenchard Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. East Leon Wesleyan Church Corner 42nd Street & Leon/Mosher Hollow 257-9082 or 257-6081 | hischild2660@gmail.com Pastor: Rev. Karen Cleveland Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

COLLINS Trinity United Church of Christ 30 Erie Ave. | 532-3004 | trinityuccgow@yahoo.com Collins Friends Meeting Pastor: Rev. Suzanne Hodges Religious Society of Friends (Quaker) Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. 2345 Main St. Special Notes: Free community meal, second Saturday of Pastor: Janice Ninan Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday, Sunday School the month from 4 to 6 p.m., January through November The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 12995 Route 438 | 532-2894 President/Pastor: Gregory Erickson Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

New Hope Baptist Church 13861 Route 62 near Richardson Road Pastors: Jack and Micah Seiler Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays; 7 p.m. Wednesdays

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The Gowanda Press provides church listings to religious establishments in the Gowanda area free of charge. To submit a listing, email gowandapress@gmail.com or call 241-7267. Please include church name, address, phone number, website, pastor’s name and worship times.

COLLINS CENTER Collins Center United Methodist Church 14176 Collins Center Zoar Road Pastor: Fred Holdridge Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

EAST OTTO

United Methodist Church 7896 East Flats Road | 257-9452 Pastor: Wesley Tessey Sunday Worship: 9:45 a.m. Free Methodist Church East Otto Road at Brooklyn Corners | 257-3253 Pastor: Raymond Start Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

IRVING Pleasant Valley Baptist Church 12557 Route 438 Pastor: Rev. John Proios Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

LITTLE VALLEY

Wesleyan Church 704 Erie St. | 938-6190 Pastor: Rev. Buck Hall Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

First Congregational Church 301 Rock City St. Pastor: Rev. Sue Fish Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. United Methodist Church 109 Court St. | 938-6150 Pastor: Nathan Lange Sunday Worship: Traditional, 9 a.m.; Contemporary, 11 a.m. Grace Bible Baptist Church & Grace Christian Academy 201 Rock City St. | 265-0938 Pastor: Pete Guadagno Worship: Sunday,11 am. & 6 p.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m.

Valley View Baptist Church Routes 242 & 353 at the Y Pastor: Rev. Ken Doyle Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

NORTH COLLINS North Collins Wesleyan Church 10470 Bantle Road | 337-3219 Pastor: Rev. Justin Leininger Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.

OTTO Immanuel Lutheran Church 9027 East Otto Road | 688-5194 Pastor: Rev. Howard Warner Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

PERRYSBURG

Perrysburg Seventh-Day Adventist Church 10700 North Road | (407) 927-5936 Pastor: Zechariah Musselman Worship: Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. (fellowship meal after services) United Methodist Church Main Street near Peck Hill Road Pastor: Grace Warren Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

VERSAILLES Versailles United Methodist Church Main Street Pastor: Dave Rood Sunday Worship: Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

WESLEY

Wesley United Methodist Route 353 near Markham Road | 257-3583 Pastor: Becky Ward Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m.

This page is dedicated to the building of a more spiritual and greater church-going community. Area businesses who desire to see more people attend the church of their choice can show support by sponsoring this page. For additional information, call 945-1644 x. 305.

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In her worst case scenario, Augugliaro said the work at the track is included in site work at the elementary school and the cost exceeds the maximum cost allowance at that site by $2.3 million. With $1 million expected from FEMA aid should the track be relocated, it drops the overage to $1.3 million that would not be aided by the state. Augugliaro noted that figure is simply the overage and not the cost to taxpayers. Earlier in the month, Superintendent Jim Klubek and Shawn Wright, of Young and Wright Architectural, traveled to Albany to meet with state Education Department officials to persuade them to allocate $1.3 million from the middle/high school’s maximum cost allowance to the elementary school’s allowance. After all, the middle/high school’s site work and incidentals come in about $1.5 million under the maximum cost allowance, according to Augugliaro’s figures. Augugliaro said Klubek and Wright met with state officials “to try and get them on board to provide more aid for the relocation of the track, with the argument being that if the track stays where it is, it is in a flood way and it will probably get destroyed again at some point.” She said there has been no word back from the state in regard to its decision, but if they reallocated the maximum cost allowance, it would total an overage of only $46,837 that would essentially be covered without a direct cost to taxpayers. “We had hoped to have a resolution from them if they would be willing to help by this point today but we just haven’t heard from them,” Augugliaro said to the board on Wednesday. “At this point, it’s a bit of a waiting game.”

FOR THE MOST part, the two different scenarios presented were nothing new to veteran school board members, who heard a similar presentation in the spring. However, at that time, the project was estimated at $38 million and the tax impact was predicted to be between $26 and $59 annually at an assessed household value of $100,000. With the most recent estimates, that annual cost has dropped to $18.28 in taxes annually on a $100,000 home and no tax impact in the worst case scenario. The best case scenario has no tax impact. The board unanimously agreed on Sept. 20 for the district to move forward with the SEQR process, a requirement by the state essentially to determine environmental impact, that must be completed prior to the referendum. At its Oct. 18 meeting, the board is expected to vote to set a referendum date of Dec. 12 for the public to cast ballots on the project’s overall budget. “We really do hope to hear from SED with their determination by (Oct. 18) because that date could be key to determining the amount of reserves you would have to allocate to the project,” said Augugliaro. The project’s scope derived mostly from the district’s 2015 Building Conditions Survey, according to Wright, a member of Young and Wright Architectural. Work focuses on more secure entrances, climate control, classroom improvements and technology upgrades at both campuses; and a new combined media center/library at the middle/high school. Classroom work at the middle/ high school campus focuses primarily on art, music and technology rooms. The project also calls for upgrades to the tennis courts and baseball and

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softball fields, improvements to the bus garage and the replacement of the Panther Drive bridge. “There was a time there was a debate who would fund the work for repairing that bridge and who would have the ability to do it,” said Wright. “We’ve received approval from the state Education Department that they will aid the project as part of the school’s project.” THE MOVE OF the track to the property adjacent to the elementary school is among the project’s most noticeable aspects. It’s spurred by the district’s desire to find a permanent solution to the flood-ridden track at Hillis Field and would be aided $1 million from FEMA, according to Wright. “There has been a couple of floods that has occurred — FEMA has provided aid in the past, state Education Department has provided funds in the past for the repairs and replacement of that — and they both came to the same conclusion that it would be better for this track to be out of that flood way,” he said. “In fact, they’ve even indicated that they might not provide future aid if it remains in that area and if it floods again.” It was noted the football field would remain in its current location; only a new track would be constructed on Aldrich Horizons from Page 1

One presentation, for example, was led by an elder from the Cherokee nation who led a ceremony. “We learned about why we should go to college, not only for ourselves but for our communities,” said Serena, “and how to strengthen our own communities through the use of knowledge and spreading that knowledge. “It was geared around why we, as Native Americans, should go to college and find jobs that are suitable for us and our Nations. It was very culturally based. We had a culture night and it was basically the best thing I’ve ever been to.” She said many Native Americans performed their own rituals. One of the highlights, she said, was dancing by the Native Hawaiians, who made up much of the attendance at the conference. Serena took away plenty of information on how to apply for college and what to look for in a perspective school, but she

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Street. “We are not looking at replacing Hillis Field, that’s an emphasis,” explained board member Mark Nephew. “Football will still remain at Hillis Field.” “One thing about the floods that have occurred down there is they haven’t caused damage to the football field or the bleachers or the press box,” said Wright. “The actual track surface gets washed away and that’s the expense there.” If spending for the capital project is approved by voters in December, nearly a year of engineering design would take place. That would include meetings with stakeholders and allow for input as to the actual design of the project, said Wright. For example, librarians would likely meet with project officials to discuss needs and desires at the new library. From that point, the project would be reviewed by the state Education Department, a process that varies several weeks but is estimated to be completed for bids to be advertised in spring 2019. Work would take place for two summers, plus during the 2019-20 school year sandwiched between them, and be completed by the end of 2020. (Contact managing editor Rich Place at rplacesp@gmail.com. Follow him on Twitter, @placerm) also took away some friendships. She met a new friend from the Dakotas she still keeps in contact with and is part of a Facebook group where many of the students keep in touch. Now back home and in the early stages of her senior year – arguably the most important when it comes to applying for college – Serena has become an ambassador of sorts to help her classmates in their own college search. She’s currently looking at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and University at Buffalo (UB) to potentially go into studying computer software. The College Horizons program is open to high school sophomores and juniors who meet a specific GPA requirement, Mattimore said, and are enrolled Native Americans. It also hosts an east coast conference, but because it’s typically held during Regents week students applying for the program from Gowanda target the west coast version.

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n Sept. 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Indoor Rummage Sale, L.K. Painter Community Center in Collins. Hosted by Collins Regional Historical Society. Space $10 to sell items. Call 592-4587. n Sept. 30, Eighth Annual Fall Festival Pork Dinner and Car Show, St. Aloysius Regional School, 186 Franklin St., Springville. Doors open at 10 a.m.; dinner served 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or sold out. For information on car show, call Austin at 365-9750. n Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Oculus Rift virtual reality demonstration, Collins Public Library. Participants can try device that allows users to explore 3D environments. Call 532-5129. n Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., National Public Lands Day at Allegany State Park. Volunteer projects will be held on Quaker side of the park. Check-in and registration, 9 to 10 a.m. at Quaker Museum. Call 354-9101 ext. 236. n Sept. 30, 2 to 11 p.m., Springville Oktoberfest, Springville Firemen’s Park, 70 Nason Blvd. in Springville. Over a dozen craft beers along with live music, lawn games, raffles, Weiner Race and fireworks. Email director@springvillechamber.com. n Sept. 30, The Observers (Buffalo folk group) perform at Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park in East Otto. Admission to Night Lights attraction is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 7-12. n Sept. 30, 8 to 11 p.m., Round and Square Dancing, Versailles Community Hall. Music by Paul Zittel and Pure Country. Cost is $8 single, $15 per couple or $25 per family. n Sept. 30, FallFest, downtown Gowanda. n Oct. 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Turkey Shoot, Pine Valley Rod and Gun Club, 8781 Cottage Road in South Dayton. Multiple shotgun events, birdshot supplied for rabbit evening. Two rifle events, one pistol event. Rain or shine. Open to the public. Cost $3 per event. n Oct. 1, noon until sold out, Cub Scout Pack 276 Chicken Barbecue, Gowanda American Legion. Dinner $10. For tickets, call 572-9456 or 982-3757. n Oct. 2, 6 to 8 p.m., Getting Ahead of Diabetes presented by Lori Crassi, The Gathering Place at Love INC, 15 W. Main St., Gowanda. All are welcome.

To submit an event or happening for Out & About, email gowandapress@gmail.com. Please be sure to include date and time and any cost associated with the event. n Oct. 4, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Flea Market, Concord Senior Center, 40 Commerce Drive off Waverly Street in Springville. Hosted by Springville/Concord Senior Citizens. Open to the public. n Oct. 4, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., “Nature Photography” free outdoor adventure clinic, Summit Warming Hut at Allegany State Park. Presented by park staff. Part of Allegany State Park’s outdoor adventure clinic series the first Wednesday of each month. Registration not required. Call 354-9101 ext. 236. Oct. 4, 7 p.m. Gowanda Garden Club meeting, Gowanda Free Methodist Church. Topic is English Gardens. Members encouraged to attend and guests welcome. n Oct. 7-8, Fall Festival, downtown Ellicottville. Arts and crafts, live music and more all with the backdrop of autumn colors. Visit ellicottvilleny.com. n Oct. 7, 11 a.m., Towel Raffle Party, Springville Moose Lodge, 13080 Buffalo St., Springville. Doors open at 11 a.m., begins at noon. Hosted by Women of the Moose 1183. Refreshments available.

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Night Lights featured at Griffis Sculpture Park

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Night Lights of Griffis Sculpture Park is in its fifth year at the 300-acre sculpture park off Mill Valley Road in the town of East Otto. A changing array of colorful LED lights transform sculptures and the landscape Wednesday through Saturday nights through Oct. 7, plus Sunday, Oct. 8.

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EAST OTTO — The woods and hillsides at Griffis Sculpture Park are awash in color during evening hours as Night Lights marks its fifth year of mixing light, art and nature. About the lower third of the Mill Valley Road section of the Sculpture Park is lit, bathing trees, leaves, sculptures and visitors in red, purple, blue, green, yellow and white light. Strings of small lights illuminate some paths. To be safe, bring a flashlight. More than 5,000 people have attended the self-guided night walks since 2013, said Doug Sitler, who created Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park, where he is a 14-year volunteer. He’s also staged light shows for the Heron Folk Festival in Chautauqua County and at the Erie County Botanical Gardens. Changing colors of LED lights illuminate the Sculpture Park’s landscape, cutting the dark with bright colors. “We’re so used to there being light everywhere in society,” Sitler said. “These

lights really highlight the landscape and sculptures. It adds a new perspective.” The lighted sculptures and trees around the pond adds another layer of nighttime reflection, and viewers can touch the sculptures. Just stay out of the water. Last year, he said, 40 percent of visitors were here for the first time. Social media has helped Night Lights draw new people as attendees post on Facebook and share photos with friends through Instagram and Snapchat. “We want to be relaxing and inspiring,” Sitler said in an interview last week in a building near where Sculpture Park videos were playing. There were more than 50 people roaming Griffis Sculpture Park as he spoke, many of them families with children as well as couples. How did this all come about? “I had this wacky idea of lighting up the woods,” Sitler said. As it turns out, the “shareability” of Night Lights visuals on social media is pretty high. “It helps fuel the success of the show.” What makes it extra special for Sitler, 49, and president of Sitler HQ, is that he’s there to hear visitors’ comments and their

praise for the show. “A lot of visitors from Erie County come here after going to dinner in Ellicottville and contributing to Cattaraugus County’s economy,” Sitler said. The admission charge — $10 for adults, $5 for ages 7 to 12 — goes to maintain the park, one of the biggest of its kind in the nation and started in the 1960s by the late Buffalo artist Larry Griffis. His family have since taken over its management through the Ashford Hollow Foundation. There are more than 250 metal sculptures across the 300-acre Sculpture Park. On the night of Sept. 30, Buffalo folk group The Observers will perform, and on Oct. 7, local jam band Kaleidoscope Sky will play. There are thousands of LED lights on the lower third of the Mill Valley Road property, Sitler said. “We’d like to expand it, but the further out you go, the greater the distance between sculptures,” he added. Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park is open Wednesday through Saturday nights through Oct. 7, plus a bonus night on Oct. 8 during Columbus Day Week-

end. Wednesdays and Thursdays, they close at 9:30 p.m., but are open until 10 o’clock on Friday and Saturday nights. “The response has been phenomenal,” Sitler said, adding there can be between 200 and 400 visitors on a weekend night. “We get a lot of repeat visitors.” Not only are the landscape and sculptures illuminated by the different colors of light, but attendees also become part of the landscape as their shadows pass across trees and the ground. “I’ve got the best job,” said Cindy, who mans the front gate and has been volunteering at Night Lights for the past three years. “Everybody who comes here loves nature and art,” she said. “People are happy when they leave. One boy came up to me tonight with a smile and a big thumbs up.” For more images and updates on the Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park, visit their Facebook or the park’s website at www.griffispark.com. (Contact reporter Rick Miller at rmiller@oleantimesherald.com. Follow him on Twitter, @RMillerOTH)