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OUR TEACHERS ARE MISSION-DRIVEN The Rochester City School District is hiring NOW for the 2017-18 school year in the following certification areas: • Bilingual Teachers

• School Guidance Counselors

• Reading Teachers

• Program Coordinator, Career Pathways to Public Safety and Security (Teacher)

• English Language Arts Teachers

Scene from recent ribbon cutting for Southwest Tribune.

City Celebrates the Grand Opening of Southwest Tribune Neighborhood and Business Development Commissioner Bayé Muhammad joined business owners Rodney Brown and LaShay Harris Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of the Southwest Tribune newspaper.

• Science Teachers • Paraprofessionals – Biology and • Bus Driver Subs Earth Science

"I am honored to welcome the Southwest Tribune to the city of Rochester," said Mayor Lovely A. Warren. "The Southwest Tribune will provide valuable local insight into current events and highlight the positive developments taking place in our city, which will lead to the addition of more jobs, safer more vibrant neighborhoods and better educational opportunities for our citizens."

• Foreign Language Teachers – Spanish

The Southwest Tribune, with an office at 518 W. Main St., can be viewed primarily online and with a limited hard-copy subscription newspaper that seeks to present a balance of views relevant to issues of public concern. The paper's founders hope to build bridges among diverse populations while offering an advertising outlet for businesses in the Greater Rochester region. As a locally based media outlet the publishers hope to provide breaking news alongside substantial and resourceful interviews through video content. Mr. Brown said he created this digital newspaper because he wants to ensure the Rochester community is able to choose a newspaper committed to "fact based news." The City of Rochester supported the opening of the Southwest Tribune with a $5,000 Business Development Financial Assistance Grant.

Uhuru Week in Honor of Marcus Garvey Join Minister Lawrance Lee Evans of First Community Interfaith Institute Inc. and his adult students as they celebrate the 130th anniversary of the birth of one of our greatest icons, The Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey, on August 13-19 at 219 Hamilton Street . All faiths welcome. Refreshments will be served at all programing. *August 13: Special Student Doology Hour 4 p.m. *August 14, 15,16: Display and organizing session at 6 p.m. *August 17, Birthday of the Honorable Marcus Garvey, presentation on African nations followed by Johnson Memorial 6 p.m. *August 19: Presentation on African nation followed by musical concert 6 pm. *Saturday August 19 is our battle campaign 1-2 p.m. For more information call (585) 461-0379

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AREA BRIEFS Cut rate passes at Buffalo Museum of Science Residents of Buffalo’s East Side are now able to get $10 family memberships to the Buffalo Museum of Science. The “Neighbor Pass” program will encourage more residents who live adjacent to the Humboldt Parkway museum to explore its science studios and participate in its programs, a press release from the museum said. The program will open up STEM education to many city residents who have never been to the science museum, the statement added. Residents of zip codes 14208, 14211, and 14212 will be eligible for $10 family memberships or $5 individual memberships through the program. The regular cost for an individual basic membership with the museum is $50, and $70 for a family membership. The Neighborhood Pass program was made possible through a gift from Deborah Goldman and Dr. Grant Golden. Memberships can be purchased with proof of residency at the Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14211 or by calling 716-896-5200 ext. 311.

FRIDAY AUGUST 18 IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN THE SEPTEMBER 12TH

PRIMARY ELECTION. August 23 is the last day to register if you have to Change Your of Address. Applications are Available at Erie County Board of Elections The Rath Bldg. 2nd Floor, 95 Franklin Street 858-8891. Are you Registered to Vote?

Gloria Myles Retires!

Gloria Myles, RN,, retired at the end of July after working 54 years at Buffalo General Hospital, Kaledia. She credits her family and education received at Girls Vocational High School where she graduated as an LPN. That provided the foundation that enabled her to work so long and continue her education at Erie Community College, Buffalo State and U.B. to become an RN. A retirement party will be held in August. Congratulations !

Request for Proposals For African American Veterans Monument Project A Request for Proposals has gone out for Branding, Social Media, and Marketing for a Monument project being planned in tribute to African American Veterans who served in the military of the United States of America, including all 12 wars from the Revolutionary War of 1775 to the Afghanistan War and during peace time. The Monument will be located in the Buffalo Waterfront/Canal Side area. The goal is to attract people from the WNY region, statewide and around the country. Expectations of the Branding Consultant or Social Media Developer will be to bring awareness to the Monument in the WNY region and handle press. Proposals should include creative writing and ideas, marketing and promotional materials to effectively draw attention. Contributors are needed to help develop a marketing model that will capture country-wide attention. Submit proposals by August 25, 2017 to Warren Galloway, Committee Chair at gallo_23@ hotmail.com.

Medical Fund Established for Talented Young Entrepreneur Will JonesVictim of Tragic Hit & Run A gofundme page has been established to raise funds to help with the “overwhelming and growing financial burden” faced by the family of talented young entrepreneur Will Jones, who was critically injured in a hit and run accident on June 26. To donate to the fund, established by Will’s son Jonathan, go to https://www.gofundme.com/medicalfunds-for-will-jones-iii The owner of Black Western New York Magazine, Will was also founder and owner of Xaviers Photography. He worked closely with the Challenger for many years, serving as its chief photographer and at one point, its graphics /layout director. He most recently started an online news venture to bring up to date Will Jones news and information to the community. Energetic and focused, he was the epitome of a self made man; representing that rare talent who even in his youth was ready to “take the baton” and carry on the legacy of independence and “do for self” set by his elders, even if it did not translate into financial gain. The tragic accident has left a void ; impacting countless individuals and businesses who relied on his expertise. Our beloved Will suffered severe head trauma, partial paralysis and still remains in intensive care. The community is asked to pray, as well as donate for his full recovery. “For the past month and a half, our family has anxiously awaited for signs of recovery as he has been through multiple surgical procedures to try and remedy issues caused by the accident,” wrote Jonathan on the gofundme page. “ Despite showing some signs of improvement, he continues to face physical challenges. While he has recently regained the ability to fully articulate his words, he is not yet able to eat and walk.” -A Tragic SeasonBuffalo has experienced a rash of tragic hit and run accidents this summer; some even resulting in death. And while Will’s family remains at his bedside, they, like so many others, seek justice and are hoping the driver will be found. Jones' mother Myrtle had one question for the driver that struck her son's vehicle during a recent television interview: "Why, why would you run?" According to the Buffalo Police accident report, the male driver of a Dodge was speeding on Masten when he hit Jones' car, which ended up crashing into a tree. The speeding vehicle kept going, but not before hitting a home on Masten Avenue, leaving substantial damage to the garage and a parked vehicle. The police report says it was an "unknown hit and run vehicle." However, the vehicle was located and impounded. Police also have the name of the person who they believe was driving the car. When an officer went to the person's home, according to the report, the driver "would not come to the door to speak with police." "My frustration is the person wasn't arrested, wasn't cited," said Jones' sister Casey during the interview.

3rd Annual BUFF CITY HOOPS Basketball Tournament Set Open registration for Male & Female teams age 8-24 is available at the Masten Park on August 19 from 8- 9a.m.

Erie County Legislator Betty Jean Grant is sponsoring the 3rd Annual BUFF CITY HOOPS Grand Finale Championship Tournament on Saturday, August 19 at Masten Park from 10 a.m. – 6 PM. BUFF CITY HOOPS is in need of participants, corporate sponsors, donations and volunteers for the Grand Finale Championship Tournament. Any Male or Female teams ages 8 -24 interested in participating in the Free BUFF CITY HOOPS tournament can register on the day of the event at Masten Park from 8 -.9 a.m. BUFF CITY HOOPS is a safe summer initiative committed to providing alternatives to the negative influences of today. This remarkable event is a structured and organized basketball competition. Some of our extremely impoverished communities are falling through the cracks and we all know that prevention is greater than intervention. BUFF CITY HOOPS provides Violence Prevention Education, Conflict Management, and Motivational Speakers to empower the minds of our youth! For additional information, or to pre- register your team, you may call Ms. Rebecca Brooks (716) 472-6441 or Ms. Tamell Walker (716) 712-6170. Donations can also be made at gofundme.com/buffcityhoops.

Marcus Mosiah Garvey

Marcus Garvey “The Negro Moses”

arcus Mosiah Garvey is regarded as the leader of the largest organized mass movement in black history and the progenitor of the modern Black Is Beautiful revival that reached its apogee in the 1960s and 1970s in the United States. Hailed by his followers in the 1920s as a kind of political redeemer he was dubbed “the Negro Moses.” Born in Jamaica on August 17, 1887 in the tiny seaside town of St. Ann’s Bay on the north coast of Jamaica, the Black nationalist leader Marcus Garvey founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) there in 1914; two years later in the Spring of of 1916,, he came to America, bringing the UNIA with him. By 1920 the UNIA had hundreds of divisions worldwide. It hosted elaborate international conventions and published the Negro World, a widely disseminated weekly that was soon banned in many parts of Africa and the Caribbean. The movement’s dynamic core was Harlem, which Garvey and the UNIA helped make the cultural capital of the black world. During the 1920s the six-block radius surrounding 135th Street and Lenox Avenue contained the UNIA’s international headquarters as well as the cradle of the movement, Liberty Hall, and the offices of all major UNIA affiliated enterprises. UNIA restaurants, shops, and storefront factories spread throughout Harlem, and Garvey and many UNIA officers lived there. During the annual UNIA international convenContinued Page 14

HEALTH MATTERS

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Walking: A Great Way To Improve Your Health! Walking is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health. Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. It can also reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers. Unlike some other forms of exercise, walking is free and doesn’t require any special equipment or training. Physical activity does not have to be vigorous or done for long periods in order to improve your health. A 2007 study of inactive

women found that even a low level of exercise – around 75 minutes per week – improved their fitness levels significantly, when compared to a non-exercising group. Walking is low impact, requires minimal equipment, can be done at any time of day and can be performed at your own pace. You can get out and walk without worrying about the risks associated with some more vigorous forms of exercise. Walking is also a great form of physical activity for people who are overweight, elderly, or who haven’t exercised in a long time.

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Walking for fun and fitness isn’t limited to strolling by yourself around local neighborhood streets. There are various clubs, venues and strategies you can use to make walking an enjoyable and social part of your lifestyle. Health benefits of walking You carry your own body weight when you walk. This is known as weight-bearing exercise. Some of the benefits include: •increased cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness •reduced risk of heart disease and stroke •improved management of conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, joint and muscular pain or stiffness, and diabetes •stronger bones and improved balance •increased muscle strength and endurance •reduced body fat. Walking for 30 minutes a day To get the health benefits, try to walk for at least 30 minutes as briskly as you can on most days of the week. ‘Brisk’ means that you can still talk but not sing, and you may be puffing slightly. Moderate activities such as walking pose little health risk but, if you have a medical condition, check with your doctor before starting any new exercise program of physical activity. Some suggestions to build walking into your daily routine include: •Take the stairs instead of the lift (for at least part of the way). •Get off public transport one stop earlier and walk to work or home. •Walk (don’t drive) to the local shops.\ See your doctor for a medical check-up before starting a new fitness program, particularly if you are aged over 40 years, are overweight or haven’t exercised in a long time. *read more about the benefits of walking online at thechallengernews.com

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LEGAL NOTICE Bids

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for Project No. Q1720C, for Construction Work, Replace Roof System and Repair Exterior Wall, State Armory, 27 Masten Avenue, Buffalo (Erie County), NY, will be received by the Office of General Services (OGS), Design & Construction Group (D&C), Division of Contract Management, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Division of Military and Naval Affairs, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check, or bid bond in the amount of $25,000 for C. All successful bidders will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by Sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100% of the amount of the Contract estimated to be between $400,000 and $600,000 for C. Designated staff are Frank Peris, Carl Ruppert and Pierre Alric in the Division of Contract Management, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Deputy Director, Design & Construction Group, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site will be at 9:00 a.m. on August 10, 2017 at State Armory, 27 Masten Avenue, Buffalo, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search. Phone the office of Lauren Clausen, (716) 885-0908 a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 15-A and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, OGS is required to promote opportunities for the maximum feasible participation of New York State-certified Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises (“MWBEs”) and the employment of minority group members and women in the performance of OGS contracts. All bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy. OGS hereby establishes an overall goal of 30% for MWBE participation, 15% for Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (“MBE”) participation and 15% for Women-Owned Business Enterprises (“WBE”) participation (based on the current availability of qualified MBEs and WBEs). The total contract goal can be obtained by utilizing any combination of MBE and /or WBE participation for subcontracting and supplies acquired under this Contract. The Bidding and Contract Documents for this Project are available on compact disc (CD) only, and may be obtained for an $8.00 deposit per set, plus a $2.00 per set shipping and handling fee. Contractors and other interested parties can order CD’s online through a secure web interface available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please use the following link at the OGS website for ordering and payment instructions: http://www.ogs.ny.gov/ bu/dc/esb/acquirebid.asp. For questions about purchase of bid documents, please send an e-mail to DC.Plans@ogs.ny.gov, or call(518) 474-0203. For additional information on this project, please use the link below and then click on the project number: https://online.ogs.ny.gov/ dnc/contractorConsultant/esb/ESBPlansAvailableIndex.asp. John D. Lewyckyj, C.S.I., C.D.T. Deputy Director, OGS Design & Construction Group

SUMMONS, NOTICE AND BRIEF STATEMENT OF NATURE OF ACTION CONSUMER CREDIT TRANSACTION SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF ERIE Index No. 805577/2016 FIRST NIAGARA BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, -against- ACEA M. MOSEY, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR ACTING AS ADMINISTRATOR OF ESTATE OF JUDY SIKORSKI A/K/A JUDY A. SIKORSKI; DAVID STUKOWSKI; NADINE CERDA; CANDICE MORNINGSTAR; ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF JUDY SIKORSKI A/K/A JUDY A. SIKORSKI AND ANY OF HIS, HER OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST; et al., Defendants. TO THE DEFENDANT(S): ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF JUDY SIKORSKI A/K/A JUDY A. SIKORSKI AND ANY OF HIS, HER OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to serve

upon plaintiff's attorneys an answer to the complaint in this action within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if the Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to answer, judgment will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. Trial is desired in the County of ERIE. The basis of venue designated above is that the real property, which is the subject matter of this action, is located in the County of ERIE, New York. NOTICE: YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of Hon. Dennis E. Ward, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed on the 5th day of June, 2017 in Buffalo, New York and to be duly entered in the ERIE County Clerk's Office, in Buffalo, New York. The Nature of this action pertains to a note and mortgage held by Plaintiff on real property owned by the above named defendants as specified in the complaint filed in this action. The above named defendants have failed to comply with the terms and provisions of the said mortgage and said instruments secured by said mortgage, by failing and omitting to pay the balance due and owing and the Plaintiff has commenced a foreclosure action. Plaintiff is seeking a judgment foreclosing its mortgage against the real property and premises which situates in the Village of Sloan, Town of Cheektowaga, County of Erie and State of New York and is commonly known as 156 Lackawanna Avenue, Sloan a/k/a Buffalo, New York 14212 and all other relief as to the Court may seem just and equitable. DATED: June 8, 2017 SCHILLER, KNAPP, LEFKOWITZ & HERTZEL, LLP BY: WILLIAM B. SCHILLER, ESQ. Attorneys for Plaintiff 950 New Loudon Road Latham, New York 12110 Telephone: (518) 786-9069

43North is Now Accepting Applications for 2nd Annual THE PITCH Business Plan Competition: Prize Money Now $50,000 BUFFALO, NY - 43North, in collaboration with the City of Buffalo and New York Business Development Corporation (NYBDC)/Excelsior Growth Fund, is proud to announce that the application period for the 2nd Annual THE PITCH business plan competition is now open. The competition, which has more than doubled its prize pool to $50,000, is designed to support minority and female entrepreneurs in Erie County. NYBDC/Excelsior Growth Fund is the Signature Sponsor of THE PITCH, with additional support from KeyBank, ECIDA, Kaleida Health, FoitAlbert Associates, and Iroquois Construction Services. This year, there will be two categories to the competition: Growth Companies and Main Street Business. They are defined as follows: ●Growth Companies aim to be leaders in their industries based on a stronger level of growth than other companies in their respective fields. Growth companies typically require significant cash flow and have an innovative product or a service that draws in more consumers and income. Many tech startups are in this category because they are designed to grow quickly and sell to a very large market. ●Main Street Businesses are also known as community small businesses. Examples may include local restaurants, professional service providers and retailers that are part of the fabric of our daily lives. Each category will have one grand prize of $15,000 and one runner-up prize of $5,000. There will also be the Five Star Bank People’s Choice Minority and Women Small Business Award of $10,000. In addition to cash prizes, each winner and finalist will get the opportunity to participate in Allstate’s Minority and Women Emerging Entrepreneurs Program. The application deadline is Friday, September 1, 2017 at 12pm EDT. To be eligible for consideration, a business must be minority or women-owned and located in Erie County, but do not need to be MWBEcertified. The business must not have more than 50 full-time employees and it must have been operating for a minimum of one fiscal year by the application deadline. Submit your application at this link: https://thepitch.43north. org/

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FAITH & FAMILY

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ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH NEWS New Hope Summer New Jerusalem Revival Center to Host Annual Men’s Day Celebration Zion Missionary Baptist is located at 179 E. Ferry St. where the Church of Rev. C.M. Jenkins is Host Pastor Revival TheGodIndependent In Christ New Jerusa“Dancing With The Buffalo Stars”

Zion Missionary Baptist Church will present “Dancing With The Buffalo Stars” on Saturday August 19 at 7 p.m. at Creekside Banquet, 2669 Union Road. General admission is $25; VIP $30. Tickets are available at the church office and Doris Records.

Summer Bazaar

A Summer Bazaar will be held on Saturday, August 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Van C. Thomas Fellowship Hall, Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Interested vendors call 886-1362 for more information.

“Repositioning the Body of Christ”

Zion Missionary Baptist Church Prayer/Fasting Zion Missionary Baptist Church is hosting the “Repositioning the Body of Christ Through Prayer and Fasting” every Monday morning during the month of August at 6 a.m. for altar prayer at the church: August 14, 21 & 28. For more information contact the church office at 8861362.Rev C.M. Jenkins II is Host Pastor.

"Blessed are the pure at heart for they shall see God." Matthew 5:8

The New Hope Baptist Church of Niagara Falls, NY will have their Summer Revival for three (3) nights starting on Monday, August 14 through Wednesday, August 16 starting at 7:00 p.m. each evening. The guest speaker for Monday, 8/14 will be Rev. John H. Caldwell, Pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church; Rev. Jimmie Hardaway, Pastor of Trinity Baptist Church on Tuesday, 8/15 and Rev. Gary Jackson, Pastor of St. Mark Open Door Baptist Church on Wednesday, 8/16. Rev. Harvey L. Kelley, Host Pastor. For additional information, contact the church at 716 2828118. The public is cordially invited to attend.

lem Revival Center of Niagara Falls will host its annual Men’s Day Celebration “The 4 Stages of Man” on Sunday, August 13 at New Jerusalem, 2723 20th Street in Niagara Falls at 4 p.m. Ronald Cunningham will serve as MC. The event will feature Virginia Boston of True Bethel Baptist Church, keynote speaker; recording artist Marsha McWilson; comedian Ernie Bivins; and special guests, The Men In White Male Choir. Niagara Falls Councilmen Charles Walker and Ezra Sott Jr. and Niagara County Legislator Owen Steed, will deliver remarks. Bishop Sammie L. Rankin is Host Pastor. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call (716)284-1501.

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New York Delegation of Social Democrats Endorsed 2nd Legislative District Candidate Baskin Proposes Solution To Youth Violent Crimes USA Endorses Charley H. Fisher III Charley H. Fisher III received the unanimous endorsement of the New York Delegation of Social Democrats USA. , a social welfare group that prides itself to encourage Bernie Sanders style values and provide election and historical education of progressive values in the country. “We are humbled to have the opportunity to have a chance to endorse a well-deserving progressive candidate” commented member Michael Mottern. The NY Delegation further extended that Charley Fisher is “ a type of candidate that embodies real leadership and should be the choice of any Democrat and Progressive”. Charley H. Fisher III Notable Social Democrats include two civil rights activists Bayard Rustin: a co-Organizer of the March on Washington, where Martin Luther King Jr gave his “I have a dream speech” and A.Phillip Randolph, an early civil rights activist who also helped organize the March on Washington. Charley graciously accepted the endorsement acknowledging its significance from a group with such a rich history.

Endorsed Democrat April Baskin held a press conference recently on the steps of Old County Hall to announce her solution to youth violent crime and to call for increased funding in County summer youth funding. Baskin has a long history of working with youth and has made serving youth a central tenant of her campaign. In addition to serving as an arts educator, Baskin founded a non-profit organization called the College Simulation Experience, which helps prepare students living in poverty for success in college and career. “Recently we had a violent shooting on Carl St. where a 15 year old girl was struck by bullets and a 20 year old young man lost his life,” said Baskin. “But quality programming for our youth and young adults can help prevent such tragedies.” Currently many organizations apply yearly for a portion of the $500,000 the County spends on summer youth programming. The organizations offer unique programs that range from teaching kids to cook, to programs involving athletics and the arts. But Baskin argues the summer funding is not enough. She reports that the County sets a maximum allotment of just $10,000 for each organization and that most organizations do not receive near that amount. “Every dollar we spend keeping our youth engaged in healthy activities all summer is money we are not spending on youth detention,” Baskin added. “Taxpayers spend approximately $1,100 per person per day to detain youth at the facility on East Ferry but that money would be much better spent on programming and prevention! It is my goal as your next Erie County Legislator to advocate that the County increase spending on youth programming to one million dollars over the next 4 years. ” Many agencies serving youth on Buffalo’s side receive county funding for summer youth programming. These include the Buffalo Urban League, the Community Action Organization, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Willie Hutch Jones Education and Sports, the Resource Council of WNY, and the University District CDA. Additional county funding for youth programming would help these agencies, among others.

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Mayoral Candidates To Debate At Burchfield Penney The candidates for mayor of Buffalo competing in the Sept. 12 Democratic primary will debate the issues in a forum from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, in the Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Ave.

Mayor Bryon W. Brown, city Comptroller Mark J.F. Schroeder and Erie County Legislator Betty Jean Grant will field questions on critical issues ranging from education to economic development to workforce diversity and making sure all segments of the city share in Buffalo's growth. The debate will be moderated by Al Vaughters of WIVB-TV, with questions posed by members of the Buffalo Association of Black Journalists. Audience members also will submit written questions that will be posed by the panel of journalists. The debate may be live-streamed and also may be recorded for rebroadcast on public access TV. This free event is sponsored by the Buffalo Association Black Journalists in cooperation with the Burchfield Penney Art Center and the SUNY Buffalo State Communications Department.

St. John Fruit Belt East Side Business & Leadership Academy,Mayoral Debate Do You Have Questions For the Mayoral Candidates? The St. John Fruit Belt East Side Business & Leadership Academy will host a Mayoral Candidate Debate on Saturday August 26th, 2017 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Rev. Dr. B.W. Smith Family Life Center 833 Michigan Avenue Buffalo New York. The debate Host Consultant will be Michael Norwood of the St. John Fruit Belt East Side Business and Leadership Academy and Dr. Henry Taylor will be the debate Moderator. A discussion and questions will be facilitated by a panel of community participants. Please submit debate questions for consideration for the Mayoral Candidates to: corp@stjohnbaptistbuffalo.org The deadline for debate questions submissions is August 18th. For questions or additional information call 716 856-0029 #5.

Buffalo Has a Lead Crisis – Schroeder Says He Has a Plan to Fix It Mark Schroeder, candidate for mayor of Buffalo, has pledged to address the lead crisis facing the city by implementing a coordinated, streamlined approach that will guide all departments and entities under his authority. “The dangers of lead will never get addressed in Buffalo until we have a mayor who has the will to fix it,” said Schroeder, pointing to a recent Reuters report classified Buffalo as a “Hotbed for Lead,” due to high lead levels for children in the city. “Not only do I have the will, but I also have a plan to make it happen.” Schroeder said that with lead hazards coming from everything from paint chips to drinking water, it is crucial that a plan to address lead poisoning comes from the top. “Whether it is the Buffalo Water Authority testing our water, the Department of Permits and Inspection checking houses for lead paint, or the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority identifying lead hazards in its facilities, when I’m mayor, all city entities will be executing my plan, and they will answer to me,” said Schroeder. “And I will answer to the people of Buffalo.” Schroeder also committed to using all of his influence as mayor to educate citizens on the dangers of lead poisoning, how to test for lead hazards, and how to eliminate those hazards from the home.

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Erie County Legislator Betty Jean Grant is a prominent voice in police reform for both the Buffalo Police Department and the Erie County Sheriff’s Department, and has taken on a new fight to restore justice and accountability. Taking preventative action, she has called for the mandatory use of body, dashboard, and traffic cameras for all City of Buffalo police officers. To garner momentum for the issue and bring it to the forefront, she recently called for the Buffalo Police Department, City Common Council Members, anti-violence organizations, and the entire community to meet and discuss the benefits and drawbacks to implementing reform. Legislator Grant said the meeting was " a time for everyone to come together, both leaders and citizen, to discuss one of the most pressing social justice issues that our City, County, and entire nation faces. Ensuring police officers follow proper procedures when interacting with those they’re tasked to protect is vital in upholding public trust and maintaining the welfare of our people.”

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PINE GRILL JAZZ REUNION PART 2THIS WEEKEND!

he African American Cultural Center (AACC) presents its Part 2 of the 28th annual Pine Grill Jazz Reunion on Sunday, August 6 13, from 3 to 9 p.m. in Martin Luther King Jr. Park, located at Best Street and Fillmore Avenue. Headliners include the Carol McLaughlin Quintet, the Buffalo Soul Revue, Brian Freeman & Friends, Will Holton and Intuition. For more information call 884-2013.

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POWER! (L-R) Sheila Brown and Bishop Pridgen; Cliff Bell, MC at podium with the Brown family; Sheila with her hand on the FM switch!

POWER 96.5: WUFO Radio Ushers in a New Era! "Flips The Switch" to FM!

ast December WUFO 1080 Mix Radio CEO Sheila Brown celebrated the station’s 56th anniversary with a major, historic announcement. WUFO, after over five decades, was to begin broadcasting on an FM channel within the next 45 days. It probably turned out to be one of the longest 45 days in the visionary young station owner’s life. And many in the community were indeed beginning to wonder: Is it going to happen? But last Wednesday, August 2 was a real testament to her tenacity, her determination and her faith in God. Sheila, despite obstacles and technical and financial setbacks, kept moving and never gave up. Now, some eight months after the 45 day target launch was announced – she “flipped the switch” and WUFO for the first time in its history, entered a new era in radio as Power 96.5 “A Blend of R&B And Your Favorite Throwbacks!” A large crowd of well wishers, supporters and dignitaries gathered at the 143 Broadway station to celebrate the ribbon cutting. To quote Assembly Woman Crystal Peoples Stokes - “It was a remarkable day in Buffalo!” Expressing gratitude to all, Sheila gave a brief snapshot of her journey starting with going to Bishop Darius Pridgen and the True Bethel Development Corporation four years ago. “They believed in me,” she said “had they not I wouldn’t be here

There was prayer, praise and song! WUFO’s Jimmy Smith delighted the crowd with two brief spirituals (substituting the words with ‘Power 96.5' where ever he could!) Station Director James Cornelius said the station’s vision was to provide talk, music and “adult-listening programming for everybody." The vision he said, actually started decades ago “when she first came thru the doors…she hasn’t stopped since 1986!” Sheila’s message before she “flipped the switch last week was rooted in faith: “Anyone who has an epic dream inside – keep it because God will make your dream happen!” she proclaimed. Sheila Brown is living proof!

today!” the historic milestone WUFO She also had praise for her has forged not only in the Afhusband Kenny, and to Gail rican American community but Wells, for their critical financial the entire city. investments. Mayor Byron Brown led the However when the big crowd in a rousing call and redeal came, she continued, she sponse declaration of support needed hundreds of thousands for “Power 96.5.” He thanked more to make it happen. Many M&T Bank for its support of banks had been contacted but Mrs. Brown’s dream by investdid not came thru. Enter Mayor ing in the community and “givBrown who, she said, came to ing her 100% of what she asked her aid. They contacted M&T. for.” The rest is history. Paul Tokasz, representing “M&T Bank believed in the M&T Bank, said they were vision and were able to take proud to be a participant with care of the funding that same Sheila and WUFO declaring, day!” she said. “We’re all in with Power 96.5!” Clifford Bell MC’s the speOne of Sheila’s twin sons, cial event, as speaker after Barrington, gave a brief welspeaker heaped praise upon this come. Her two other chilamazing young woman. dren, Barrington’s twin brother Gail Wells, representing the Blaine and her daughter MorChallengerAds_MSAAHCC_Generic4_3.375x5 8/1/17 2:01 Kenny, PM Page 2 Michigan Street Heritage Cor- gan along with husband ridor, recounted were all on hand.

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Earth Wind & Fire's Verdine White on 'The 2054 Tour' "The audiences are having a great time...!"

ith over 90 million records sold worldwide, seven Grammy wins and inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the NAACP Hall of Fame and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, Earth, Wind & Fire are easily one of the most successful groups of all time. Yet their pioneering fusion of funk, soul, jazz, rock and world rhythms have not only transcended commercial and artistic success, it’s also established the group as a genre unto itself and most importantly a soulful, syncopated and all encompassing way of life. Earth, Wind & Fire and the groundbreaking Nile Rodgers and Chic are co-headlining this summer’s greatest party: “The 2054 Tour” which stops at The Key Bank Center Friday, August 11. “It’s going really good,” says bassist Verdine White, whose inimitable musical and personal style has been a key element of the group since its inception, regarding the tour when reached by the phone. “We’re having a great time and both bands are great. The audiences are having a great time and we’re seeing a lot young people.” That unity or conscious party, if you will, is key in helping define the Earth Wind & Fire experience which is imbued with spirituality, optimism and love as envisioned by the late-Maurice White when he formed the band in Chicago in 1970. “We have to thank my brother Maurice for his enlightenment, encouragement and his insight in all of those areas,” concurs White when prompted about the group’s uplifting message. Matt Indeed, indelible hit songs like “Shining Star” “Sing A Song” BAUER and “September” or landmark albums like That’s The Way Of The World, Spirit, and I Am still seem timely and timeless four decades after the fact while E,W&F anthems that were directed towards the AfricanAmerican community like “Keep Your Head To The Sky,” Mighty Mighty” and “Devotion” share universal truths with which all cultures could identify. Let’s also not forget about “Reasons” or “Love’s Holiday” which surely spike a population increase nine months after couples play or stream them. Not to mention E,W&F’s sonic imprint which helped shape modern Black pop and the last half century of American popular music influencing the likes of Prince, Outkast, Beyonce, Keith Sweat and Phil Collins among many others while also proving fertile sampling ground for A Tribe Called Quest, The Fugees and Public Enemy to name a few. They also continue to offer musical inspiration in troubled times and in this era

it’s something that’s needed more than ever. Prompted for his thoughts on whether the current political climate has made the group’s music more relevant, White notes that, “I think a lot of people are coming to the concerts for a feel good experience and what it does is re-enforces our message and how much people love it and appreciate it more.” Reflecting on the passing of his older brother Maurice last year from Parkinson’s disease at age 74, White says, “You’re always going to have to deal with it. We were pretty much ready for it and our shows are dedicated to him and we do a certain part of the show for him. We’ll always love him.” Currently comprised of Philip Bailey (who joined in 1972), Verdine and Ralph Johnson, Earth, Wind & Fire remain a vital force on the road and in the studio having released Now Then & Forever to acclaim in 2013 and their first ever Christmas release Holiday in 2014 while further demonstrating their versatility and universal appeal by closing this year’s Country Music Awards with a performance of “September” and appearing on CMT Crossroads with Country Artists Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride and Darius Rucker. Of the worlds of Country music and Earth, Wind & Fire colliding White says, “They’re big on songs and we’re big on songs and they did a poll and they wanted to sing our songs with us. It was very beautiful and it was an honor too, to show how our music has translated.” “We’ve just grown and we’ve done a lot of different things and we’ve obviously had the opportunity to be part of the culture changes and the technological changes” says White of the group’s longevity. “We’ve done some really interesting things.”

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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Buffalo Alumnae Chapter announces that applications are available for the 26th annual Dr. Mattie L. Rhodes College Preparatory Program and Historically Black College (HBCU) Tour. An orientation will be held for interested parents and students on Wednesday, August 30, at the Delavan Grider Community Center. Applications are available on the chapter website: dstbuffalo.org. The program price is $415, with a non-refundable deposit of $150 due by August 20th. Says Chapter President Mattie L. Rhodes, “We are excited to celebrate 26 years of touching over approximately twelve hundred young lives through this college preparatory program. A.” The 6 week long program will culminate with a tour of HBCU’s in the Maryland and Washington, DC area to include: Morgan State University, Bowie State, Coppin State and Howard University from October 11– October 15th. As an added experience students will have the opportunity to attend a university homecoming celebration. For more information, call Ms. Evans at (716) 320-0608 or email dstblackcollegetour@ gmail.com, and visit the chapter website: dstbuffalo.org.

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Niko Goodrum making the grade with Rochester Red Wings Yes, Niko Goodrum has been turning heads all season as a member of Rochester Red Wings a Triple A affiliate of Minnesota Twins major league baseball t,eam. The 6’3 200 pound Jonesboro, Georgia native has played every defensive position so far this season for the Rochester Red Wings of the International Baseball League. Niko was a second round draft pick of the Minnesota Twins in 2010. Niko said, “God gave me the athleticism the talent and ability; I also work at it each day with my coaches which allows me to get my work in depending on what position in the lineup I’m playing for a given day.” Niko is a switch hitter with speed to steal bases and chase down fly balls in the outfield. He has to work extra hard because he does not know what fielding position in the lineup he’s going to play on a daily basis. You must keep in mind that most minor league ball players travel by bus from city to city and arriving late at night or early the next morning in an opposing town getting ready to play ball. Niko has been in the minor leagues for 8 years. Niko has a strong arm and third base could be the position to get him to the major league baseball. Niko played high school basketball and baseball but decided on baseball because “I had a true passion for it and decided to dedicate my time to the sport.” Niko says, “Experience as many sports as possible then decide on the ones you truly have a passion for and make goals for yourself to achieve.” The Rochester Red Wings season has only four weeks left and is quickly coming to a close so come on out to Frontier Field and see Niko in action along with the rest of a hungry Red Wing baseball team fighting for a possible playoff position.

The Arab American Business Association of WNY, (AABA) will hold its’ first Annual Community Appreciation Day on Sunday, August 27th in Martin Luther King Jr. Park, from noon to 6PM. AABA is comprised of the Arabic – American business merchants who own and operate more than 90 neighborhood convenience food stores in Buffalo and surrounding areas. The public is invited to join with them and attend an afternoon of free food, and music, with bounce houses for children, and other amusements as they express their appreciation to their customers and other patrons. There will also be a tee shirt give – away and other family oriented surprises for children of all ages. As this event is free and open to the public, service organizations are also invited to distribute helpful information without cost, but they must be registered to attend. For more information or to register your organization, please contact AABA’s Community Liaison, Ms. Bernadine Kennedy at 716-247-1036 no later than Monday, August 21, 2017 to insure your space in the park. AABA would like to thank everyone for their support and patronage, and hope you will come out and personally meet our members and their families for our first annual affair.

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NATIONAL + WORLD Trump Set Out To Uproot Obama’s Legacy. So Far, That’s Failed LA Times – Not only did the Affordable Care Act survive another Republican repeal effort, maintaining President Obama’s signature domestic achievement, but Trump was forced to certify that Iran continues to comply with the nuclear deal that was the biggest foreign policy accomplishment of Obama’s second term.

NAACP To Embark On Listening Tour To Plan Its Future

ABC News – The NAACP announced on Saturday it would embark on a nationwide listening tour to talk to its local members and help figure out what the future of the nation’s oldest civil rights organization should be.

Michelle Obama Says She Still Faces Racism After Being First Lady

Despite all of her accomplishments – and eight years as First Lady – Michelle Obama says she is still judged by the color of her skin by some Americans. The wife of former President Barack Obama took the stage at the Women’s Foundation of Colorado’s 30th anniversary celebration.

State of Illinois Declares Barack Obama Day! The state of Illinois has decided to recognize the GOAT, President Barack Obama, with his own state holiday. Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner signed “Barack Obama Day” into law on Friday. The newest state holiday will be celebrated across Illinois on Aug. 4 (Obama’s birthday) every year, starting in 2018, NBC Chicago reports. The holiday will be “observed throughout the State as a day set apart to honor the 44th President of the United States of America who began his career serving the People of Illinois in both the Illinois State Senate and the United States Senate, and dedicated his life to protecting the rights of Americans and building bridges across communities,” the bill states. And as the news station notes, although several lawmakers abstained from voting on the measure, it passed both houses without a single vote against it. The bill was originally stalled after some lawmakers had concerns about Obama’s birthday being celebrated as a legal state holiday—during which schools and state offices would close, while banks and other businesses could close but did not have to—when other Illinois presidents, like Ronald Reagan, did not have commemorative days requiring state closure. (That sounds like a personal problem to me, but this is why we can’t have nice things.) And of course, Republicans—Rauner included—pointed at the economic cost of closing state buildings on the holiday and the impact of having the day off. “It’s incredibly proud for Illinois that the president came from Illinois. I think it’s awesome, and I think we should celebrate it,” Rauner said back in February. “I don’t think it should be a formal holiday with paid, forced time off, but I think it should be a day of acknowledgment and celebration.”

GARVEY continued tions, the streets boasted colorful parades led by a regal Garvey, poised in an open car and wearing the plumed hat that became his indelible trademark. Nearly one thousand UNIA divisions formed throughout North and Central America, the Caribbean, Africa and Britain, as well as a lone division in Australia. Many divisions still met as late as the 1950s; a few remain active even today. Garvey appealed to the racial pride of African Americans, exalting blackness as strong and beautiful. As racial prejudice was so ingrained in white civilization, Garvey claimed, it was futile for blacks to appeal to whites’ sense of justice and democratic principles. Their only hope, according to him, was to flee America and return to Africa to build a country of their own. After an unsuccessful appeal to the League of Nations to settle a colony in Africa and failed negotiations with Liberia, Garvey announced the formation of the Empire of Africa in 1921, with himself as provisional president. Other African–American leaders, notably W.E.B. Du Bois of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) criticized Garvey and his “Back to Africa” movement; he was openly contemptuous of them in return. There was no denying the movement’s appeal. Garvey boasted 6 million followers in 1923. By the late 1920s, however, the movement had begun to unravel under the strain of internal dissension, opposition from black critics, and government harassment. Alleged fiscal irregularities in his Black Star Shipping Line gave the U.S. government—spurred on by the young Central Intelligence Agency director J. Edgar Hoover— the basis for an indictment that sent Garvey to prison. After serving a two–year jail sentence, Garvey was pardoned by President Calvin Coolidge and immediately deported to Jamaica in November 1927. Back in Jamaica, Garvey reconstituted the UNIA and held conventions there and in Canada, but the heart of his movement stumbled on in the United States without him. While dabbling in Jamaican politics, he remained a keen observer of world events, writing voluminously in a series of his own periodicals. His final move was to London, where he settled in 1935. In his last years he slid into isolation, suffering the final indignity of reading his own obituaries a month before his death on June 10, 1940. Garvey’s Legacy Garvey’s legacy has also been manifest in the careers of leaders ranging from Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana to Malcolm X in the United States. Borne along on the tide of black popular culture, Garvey’s memory has attained the status of a folk myth. He is daily celebrated and recreated as a hero through the storytelling faculty of the black oral tradition. As the embodiment of that oral tradition transmuted into musical performance, Jamaica’s reggae music exhibits an amazing fixation with the memory of Garvey.

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The Semi-Final, Democratic Primary is really the Finals for Buffalo! By BETTY JEAN GRANT In many cities, towns and villages, the Democratic or Republican Primaries are really a qualifying or should I say, a disqualifying election process that all candidates except for respective primary winners will not go forth to compete against each other for the grand prize in the November General Election. In many cities, this is the normal route to winning an election but in Buffalo, where Democrats outnumber Republicans 88 to 12, the winner of the Democratic Primary is considered to be the winner of the race long before the general election is held in November. This is the one most important reason why the Republican Party do not spent time and resources on a Republican candidate who has only a 12% chance of being elected to a political office in the city of Buffalo. This is also why they do not have a Republican Primary. Why should they, when most people vote on party lines and the Republican Primary victor can only claim victory for the period when he/she wins the Primary and not the November General Election where they will probably be swept up in a loss of landslide proportion to a Democratic candidate? That is why it is critical for those who want to directly choose

their leaders and not rely on their fellow citizens, who will vote in their own choices; to cast a vote in the September 12th Democratic Primary where the next sitting Mayor or city court judge will be selected. Another good point is that you don't vote where you live unless where you live is the same address as what is on your voter's registration card or where you are registered to vote. If you have moved and did not do a Change of Address form and your address on your card is listed as where you used to live, you must fill out a new Change of Address request. You have until Friday, August 25, 2017, to change your voting status to your new address. If by chance, on Primary Day, you go to the polling place where you changed your address to and you are not listed in the polling book, please do not leave the polling place without casting a vote. You will not be able to vote on the voting machine but you will be allowed to fill out and vote on what they call a provisional ballot. This procedure allows one to vote in an election and the validity of that vote will be challenged by officials of the Erie County Board of Elections. If you are legally able to vote in the election district where you voted, your vote is valid. If you are in the wrong poll-

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ing place, your vote will be thrown out. In essence, please do not vote in an election district you are not authorized to do so. A good rule of thumb is to call the Board of elections 2 weeks before the Primary and vote where they direct you to go. A good way to remember the rules of voting in primaries and general elections is to compare them to a basketball tournament where there quarter-finals, semi-finals and a final basketball contest. The Primary Day vote is considered the semi-finals and the general election, in November, is usually considered the final game Except here, in our overwhelmingly Democratic city, the semi-final Primary, on September 12th, is the final game in choosing the winners of the 2017 political elections. Also, final reminder: the last day to register to vote in the Democratic Primary is Friday, August 18th. One may register to vote in person @ the Erie County Board of Election, 134 W Eagle Street, Buffalo NY 14202 or registration forms sent through the mails must be postmarked before midnight, August 18th.

Part II

BY TED KIRKLAND

Prior to Judge Curtin’s 1978 court decisions, there were no females in the ranks of the Buffalo Fire department or the Buffalo Police department. But subsequent to the decision, both departments, under a consent decree were order to rid itself of its discrimination against women, Hispanics, and Blacks, ordering both departments to employ a percentage of each group to match their population percentage in Buffalo. This court decision ended the titles, firemen and patrolmen; today its firefighters and police officers, accommodating all genders. This decision diversified Buffalo’s two largest all male police and fire departments. No longer is there an aura of uncertainty regarding a female police officer’s ability to perform as a police officer. From its inception in America, policing was reserved for poor whites (the Irish) to keep the poor under control by any means necessary, a means that survives to this day. Even fire trucks today with females on the ladders or in the cab, regardless of their ethnicity no longer causes alarm with that proverbial question, “can she carry me out of a burning building?” I watched the results of these changes, and I feel proud. It was approximately three years after the Afro-America Police Association of Buffalo was organized that 13 Blacks were admitted to the police department, via of the Community Peace Officer Program; a federal funded program that the organization negotiated with the city of Buffalo and the Justice Department. The program was initially intended for Blacks and Hispanics, but the police union interceded and the positions were divided, half for whites and the other half for Blacks and Hispanics. McCarthy Gibson, who became Buffalo’s first Black police commissioner was one of the recruits in this Community Peace Officer program With Blacks being less than 2 percent of the total police force, several members of the organization met with Raphael DuBard who was employed at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) office in Buffalo. We needed more information about the 1964 Civil Rights Bill regarding suing municipalities. “You can’t use the 1964 Civil Rights Bill and sue the City of Buffalo and the police department for discrimination in hiring non whites, at least not just yet,” he said. “But Title Seven of the 1964 Bill will allow this, but it’s going through some changes presently, but I will let you know when it can be done.” I received a telephone call from DuBard about three weeks later. “The time is right now, you should take several officers to

“We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us.” - John Russwurm, Freedom’s Journal. 1827 America’s 1st Black Newspaper

the EEOC office and each of you should sign the complaint. Once the complaint is filed, Justice Department lawyers will take over the case.” This was good news because the organization had no money. “But don’t ask for me nor mention my name when you come to sign the complaint.” It wasn’t necessary to ask him why; every Black man in America knew why he didn’t want his mane mentioned. I called a meeting at my home that following evening where six patrolmen volunteered to sign the complaint with me. Detective Sgt. Frank Hughes was one of the volunteers, but I persuaded him not to join us because his rank was at the pleasure of the Mayor, and he had the most to lose. With the seven of us being of the lowest rank, the most the police commissioner could do was transfer and give us poor beats. When the seven of us walked into the EEOC office that next morning, I imagined we were an unusual sight. We were all over six feet tall. The office staff was white, with the exception of Dubard, who was seated at his desk trying to look as surprised as the whites. While signing the complaint, the clerk informed us that our names would remain confidential to prevent reprisal. But we knew better. The complaint was done on a single sheet of paper with a simple statement of the complaint and our signatures at the bottom that we swore to. I knew before I arrived home that the police commissioner and or the Mayor would know that seven Black patrolmen had signed a discrimination complaint against the city and the police department. Our names would be spelled out in no particular order: Donald Rice, Charley Medley, Eugene Sloan, James B. Gaines, Clifford Brockenton, William Wright, and Theodore Kirkland. Our records would be reviewed by the police commissioner. He would find that we were War veterans of either the Korean or Vietnam War. But a most frightening thing was that we owed no IOUs. We owed no favors that he could collect in an IOU as he did with many other police officers. They were all free Black men, married with children, and they knew how to soldier. Walking out of the EEOC office that morning, I think each of us had a feeling of pride and self worth. That we had, in our own little way, struck a blow to racism. But I don’t believe we realized the magnitude of our action. But signing the complaint was no easy matter. It meant our signatures had initiated a federal investigation of our government employer, not for personal gain but to bring on additional Blacks needed to equalize the power advantage white police officers had

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over Blacks in Buffalo, which has much to do with police assault of citizens, especially Black citizens. We had proven that a Black officer patrolling with a white officer could eliminate the threat of a white officer assaulting a Black. A few days after our signing, as the spokesperson of the group, I met with the two justice department attorneys assigned to our case, James S. Angus and Grover G. Hankins. Angus white and Hankins Black, we couldn’t have asked for a more integrated team. A week or so later Angus informed me that fireman Donald Summers had signed on as a complainant against the fire department. I knew Blacks in the fire department were being subjected to the same type of racism that existed in the police department and Summers and I had talked many times. But there were surprises. It seems that a group of Hispanics and women had asked permission to join our complaint and at the recommendation of our attorneys, we gave our approval. So it became not just Black police officers making the complaint, but so were Black fireman, Hispanics and women. It didn’t happen suddenly. Donald Rice, the first and only Black to have a K-9 dog, would have the dog taken from him. Then some of the others, including me were transferred which actually didn’t hurt any of us. It was almost three years before the trial in 1975. Once it was over and Judge Curtin’s decision was made and publicized in 1978, it was apparent that neither the Buffalo Police Department nor the Buffalo Fire department would ever be what it was previously. But there were other signers and sufferer outside of the police and fire departments whose cases appeared before Judge Curtin. For example there were cases involving Black employees v. Bethlehem Steel, which was the largest employer of Blacks, at that time, in the Buffalo area. Then there was Arthur v. Nyquist, a case involving the desegregation of Buffalo Public Schools that also appeared before Judge Curtin. Arthur was at the time a Black district councilman in Buffalo. Almost 40 years later I find myself standing between the results of our labor in the 20th Century to what appears to be our failures in the 21st Century. I cannot prevent this feeling of despair and uncertainty as I watch the direction of our people in this 21st Century. We have taken on what can be best described as a kind of genocidal path, where the bodies of young Blacks are piling up in unconscionable numbers in our community, and the reaction from the AAPA, which was known for its commitment to civil rights and justice in Buffalo, has been relegated into silence.

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LEGAL NOTICE BID

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF ERIE Plaintiff designates ERIE as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 232 HUMBOLDT PARKWAY BUFFALO, NY 14214 Section: 89.66 Block: 2 Lot: 28 INDEX NO. 813874/2015 CIT BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. ALBERT W. ALLEN, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. ALLEN; CLAUDIA ALLEN, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. ALLEN; DEBRA ALLEN, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. ALLEN; ALLEN MARK WADE, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. ALLEN; LATRIECE L HAYES A/K/A LATRIECE ALLEN, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. ALLEN; LARRONE WILLIAMS, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. ALLEN, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ìJOHN DOE #1î through ìJOHN DOE #12, ìthe last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff the persons or parties intended being the tenants occupants persons or corporations if any having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises described in the complaint, Defendants. To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff's Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $97,500.00 and interest, recorded on June 11, 2007, at Liber 13354 Page 8384, of the Public Records of ERIE County, New York, covering premises known as 232 HUMBOLDT PARKWAY, BUFFALO, NY 14214. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. ERIE County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company

who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: July 20, 2017 Westbury, New York RAS BORISKIN, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff BY: COREY ROBSON, ESQ. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 106 West516-280bury, NY 11590

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LEGAL NOTICE BID COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Erie County Secure Youth Detention 2016 Interior Housing Unit Renovations Zone “B” Separate sealed bids for General Construction, Mechanical, Plumbing/ Fire Protection, and Electrical/Fire Alarm/Security work for the above project will be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works in Suite 1400 of the Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202 until 10:30 AM local time on August 31, 2017 at which time they will be opened and read aloud. MBE/WBE requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www. erie.gov/dpw/

LEGAL NOTICE RFP REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR COMPREHENSIVE AUDIT SERVICES The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) requests responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Comprehensive Audit Services from qualifying General Accounting/Auditing Firms. The project scope, content of proposal, and vendor selection process are summarized in the RFP that describes the terms and conditions under which the Housing Authority will select a consultant for these services. Proposals must be received no later than 3:00 pm (EDT), Thursday, August 17, 2017. If you are interested, please contact John Walters, Principal Accountant at the BMHA Administrative Offices at jwalters@bmhahousing.com or at (716)855-6711 ext.244. Dated: July 27, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Town of Amherst Community Development Program is seeking proposals for lead hazard testing services for the Town’s housing rehabilitation program. The federally funded program requires lead based paint hazard evaluation, including paint testing and risk assessment, and clearance testing for rehabilitation conducted as part of the program. The full RFP can be viewed online under TrackUs on the town’s website (www.amherst.ny.us) or you may request a copy of the RFP via (716) 631-7082 or communitydevelopment@amherst.ny.us. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on Friday, August 25, 2017 to: Amherst Community Development, 5583 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221.

COUNTY OF ERIE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS & PROPOSAL ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SER VICES

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens 2017 Houses 1, 4, 7, 10, 11 & 12 Renovations ECDPW Project No. NT-17-01 The County of Erie Department of Public Works is seeking qualification statements and proposals from interested Architectural & Engineering firms to provide professional Architectural & Engineering Services for the project. Qualification statements and proposals for the project must be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works, Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Suite 1400, Buffalo, NY 14202 until 2:00 PM local time Friday, September 08, 2017. RFQ/RFP submission instructions may be found at: www. erie.gov/dpw/

LEGAL NOTICE BID REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR COMPREHENSIVE AUDIT SERVICES The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) requests responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Comprehensive Audit Services from qualifying General Accounting/Auditing Firms. The project scope, content of proposal, and vendor selection process are summarized in the RFP that describes the terms and conditions under which the Housing Authority will select a consultant for these services. Proposals must be received no later than 3:00 pm (EDT), Thursday, August 17, 2017. If you are interested, please contact John Walters, Principal Accountant at the BMHA Administrative Offices at jwalters@bmhahousing.com or at (716)855-6711 ext.244. Dated: July 27, 2017

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LEGAL NOTICE Project No. NT-17-01 COUNTY OF ERIE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS & PROPOSAL ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens 2017 Houses 1, 4, 7, 10, 11 & 12 Renovations ECDPW Project No. NT-17-01 The County of Erie Department of Public Works is seeking qualification statements and proposals from interested Architectural & Engineering firms to provide professional Architectural & Engineering Services for the project. Qualification statements and proposals for the project must be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works, Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Suite 1400, Buffalo, NY 14202 until 2:00 PM local time Friday, September 08, 2017. RFQ/RFP submission instructions may be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw/

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EMPLOYMENT Onboarding Specialist Responsible for the posting, resume review, and flow of all vacant positions.AA or HS plus HR experience. Submit resume and cover letter by 8/15/17 WNYIL, 3108 Main St., Bflo, NY 14214. Employment@wnyil.org EOE. Health Home Outreach Specialist Perform enrollment activities to assist community consumers with their health home. AA or HS plus experience in Health and Human Services Submit resume and cover letter by 8/14/17 WNYIL, 3108 Main St., Bflo, NY 14214. Employment@wnyil.org EOE. Vocational Resource Technician Provide assistance for individuals with serious mental illness on the skills needed to obtain employment.Related work or volunteer experience with people with mental illness Submit resume and cover letter by 8/3/17 WNYIL, 3108 Main St., Bflo, NY 14214. Employment@wnyil.org EOE. Facilitated Enroller-Batavia addressing the levels of eligibility, type of insurance qualified for, prepare the application, and diligently follow through to collect information which is needed to fulfill the eligibility requirements. Experience working in the health and human service field preferred. Bilingual applicants and residents of Genesse Region encouraged to apply. Submit resume and cover letter by 8/7/17 WNYIL, 3108 Main St., Bflo,NY 14214. Employment@wnyil.org EOE

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Kids Capital Daycare Is Now Hiring Teachers! Minimum qualifications CDA or AAS Early Childhood. Recent Grads and Retirees are encouraged to apply. Please contact Evelyn Jones at (716)833-5215 or email resumes to Kidscapitalbuffalo@yahoo.com Applications may be obtained at 1657 Kensington Ave., Suite 400, Cheektowaga, NY 14215.

Director of Undergraduate Admissions The Admissions Office at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Director of Undergraduate Admissions. For a full job description and to apply: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to respect for diversity and individual differences.

Head Softball Coach The Intercollegiate Athletic Department at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Head Softball Coach. For a full job description and to apply: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to respect for diversity and individual differences.

MUSIC TEACHER

The Aloma D. Johnson Charter School is seeking applicants for the position of full-time Music Teacher. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and the appropriate New York State teaching credentials. Prior music teaching experience is preferred. The Music Teacher will possess skills in music appreciation, harmony, and choral music to students. Responsibilities include: •Plan and execute a balanced music program •Observe and evaluate performance, musical growth and musical understanding of each student •Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature that are appropriate for the age and skill level of the students •Maintains responsibility for school owned music equipment and instruments Resumes should be submitted to the Search Committee Chair, 15 Jewett Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14214 or jpotter@adjcharter. org by 8/15/17.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER

The Aloma D. Johnson Charter School is seeking applicants for the position of full-time Physical Education Teacher. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and prior physical education teaching experience is preferred. The Physical Education Teacher will possess excellent verbal and communication skills, have extensive knowledge of physical fitness, sports, exercise, social development, health and nutrition, and be a motivator to students. Responsibilities include: •Ability to work professionally in an urban, youth learning environment •Observe and evaluate student performance, progress, behavior, social development and physical health •CPR and AED certified Resumes should be submitted to the Search Committee Chair, 15 Jewett Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14214 or jpotter@adjcharter. org by 8/15/17.

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LEGAL NOTICE Sewer District No, 2

LEGAL NOTICE Sewer District No ,3

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a meeting of the County Legislature of the County of Erie, New York, shall be held at Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street, 4th Floor, Buffalo, New York, in said County, on the 24th day of August, 2017, at 6:00 o'clock P.M., Prevailing Time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing upon a proposed increase and improvement of facilities of Erie County Sewer District No. 2 in said County. The increase and improvement of such facilities consisting of the following projects: (i) improvements to the Big Sister Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility at the estimated maximum cost of $800,000; (ii) improvements to the Sweetland Road Pumping Station at the estimated maximum cost of $1,500,000; and improvements to various collection system at the estimated maximum cost of $500,000; all as more fully described in the report and estimate of cost prepared by the County Engineers (Erie County Department of Environment and Planning) which has been filed with the County Legislature and which has been approved by the Board of Managers of said District on July 11, 2017 (the “Report”). The maximum estimated cost of such increase and improvement of facilities is $2,800,000, will be apportioned in accordance with applicable flat charges and charges based on units, assessed value and footage specified in the District's benefit assessment formula and rates, as such formulas currently exist and as amended from time to time. The expenditures for such increase and improvement of facilities will not cause additional costs for property owners in the District for hook-up fees, and the annual cost of such expenditures to the Typical Property (as defined in the County Law) is $13.28 for the District. The County Legislature has heretofore caused to be prepared and filed for public inspection with the Clerk of the Erie County Legislature, a detailed explanation of how such costs were computed, as incorporated in the Report. Dated: Buffalo, New York, August 9, 2017. BY ORDER OF THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK By Karen M. McCarthy Clerk, County Legislature

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a meeting of the County Legislature of the County of Erie, New York, shall be held at Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street, 4th Floor, Buffalo, New York, in said County, on the 24th day of August, 2017, at 6:30 o'clock P.M., Prevailing Time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing upon a proposed increase and improvement of facilities of Erie County Sewer District No. 3 in said County. The increase and improvement of such facilities consisting of improvements to the Southtowns Water Resource Recovery Facility; all as more fully described in the report and estimate of cost prepared by the County Engineers (Erie County Department of Environment and Planning) which has been filed with the County Legislature and which has been approved by the Board of Managers of said District on July 11, 2017 (the “Report”). The maximum estimated cost of such increase and improvement of facilities is $10,500,000, will be apportioned in accordance with applicable flat charges and charges based on units, assessed value and footage specified in the District's Benefit and User Charge formulas, as such formulas currently exist and as amended from time to time. The expenditures for such increase and improvement of facilities will not cause additional costs for property owners in the District for hook-up fees, and the annual cost of such expenditures to the Typical Property (as defined in the County Law) is $13.73 for the District. The County Legislature has heretofore caused to be prepared and filed for public inspection with the Clerk of the Erie County Legislature, a detailed explanation of how such costs were computed, as incorporated in the Report. Dated: Buffalo, New York, August 9, 2017. BY ORDER OF THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK By Karen M. McCarthy Clerk, County Legislature

LEGAL NOTICE BIDS Buffalo City School District Advertisement for Bids Sealed proposals for the following project will be received at the office of Plant Services, 403 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202. On Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 11:00 a.m., proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud for: District-Wide Carbon Monoxide Detection & Lavatory Facility Hand Dryers PROJECT 7-999-022 Beginning Monday, August 1, 2017, bidding document packages may be viewed and purchased through Avalon Document Services online Planroom website at www.avalonbuff-planroom.com, under “Public Jobs”, or ordered by phone at 716995-7777. Owner can assume no responsibility for errors, omissions, or other misinformation obtained via other bid document distribution resources. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at School #53 on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 3:00 p.m., please assemble at the main entrance. The Engineer will be present. Eligible bidders are required to attend this walkthrough or another previously arranged and documented site visit with Architect and/or District personnel. Please note that required bid bond is 10%. The work will be subject to the equal employment opportunity requirements. Any questions regarding this project, please refer to Juan Perez, AIA, 716-816-3610. Paul McDonnell, AIA Director of Facilities Planning

LEGAL NOTICE RFP REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR GENERAL CONTRACTORS Bridges Development, Inc. is soliciting written qualifications from general contractors experienced with renovations and knowledgeable of NYS Homes and Community Renewal rules and regulations, NYS Housing Finance Agency and Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority requirements. These renovations involve the possibility of “in-place” rehabilitations. The General Contractor will provide general construction services to an 87 unit Affordable housing development. The improvements identified thus far are; roof replacements, window replacements, kitchen and bathrooms improvements, floor replacement and HVAC replacements. Qualifications must be received no later than 3:00 pm (EDT), Friday, August 25, 2017. Interested firms may contact Kimberly M. Stephens, Operations Manager, Bridges Development, Inc., email only, to request a copy of the Request For Qualifications, at kstephens@bmhahousing.com.

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NOVENA TO ST. JUDE

O Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need, to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return, I promise to make our name known, and cause you to be invoked. Say three our Fathers, three Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen. This Novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request granted. Publication B.C. promised.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION

RFP for Branding, Social Media, and Marketing: A Monument is being planned in tribute to African American Veterans who served in the military of the United States of America, including all 12 wars from the Revolutionary War of 1775 to the Afghanistan War and during peace time. The Monument will be located in the Buffalo Waterfront/Canal Side area. Goal is to attract people from the WNY region, statewide and around the country. Expectations of the Branding Consultant or Social Media Developer will be to bring awareness to the Monument in the WNY region and handle press. Proposals should include creative writing and ideas, marketing and promotional materials to effectively draw attention. Need contributors to help develop a marketing model that will capture country-wide attention. Submit proposals by August 25, 2017 to Warren Galloway, Committee Chair at gallo_23@hotmail.com.

LEGAL NOTICE

BID

NOTICE TO BIDDERS TOWN OF ORCHARD PARK Burmon Drive Reconstruction Project Sealed bids are requested for the reconstruction or Burmon Drive within the Town of Orchard Park, New York. Bids shall be received at the office of the Town Clerk in the Municipal Center, 4295 South Buffalo Street, Orchard Park, New York until August 30, 2017 at 1:00pm (Local Time) at which time they will be opened publicly and read aloud in the Supervisors Conference Room. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the Bidding and Contract Documents. Each bid must also be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of a Certified Check, Bid Bond, or Bank Check in the amount of 10% the Bid Price. This project may be funded in part by grants from the State of New York (NYS). It is the policy of NYS to encourage the greatest possible participation of minority and women-owned business enterprises in State-funded projects. The General Contractor, by bidding on the contract, acknowledges his/her understanding and support for this policy and pledges to cooperate fully with the Town of Orchard Park in meeting NYS requirements as set forth in the Bidding and Contract Documents. This contract will be funded wholly or partially with federal funds, and as such, is subject to all federal rules and regulations pertinent thereto, including, but not limited to, federal policy of encouraging the participation of minority and women business enterprises as sources of suppliers, equipment, construction and services. Plans, specifications, bid documents and instructions for submitting bids will be available at the office of the Town Clerk beginning on August 10, 2017 in the Municipal Center, 4295 South Buffalo Street, Orchard Park, New York Monday through Friday during business hours from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (Local Time), with payment of $100 for each set. Any non successful Bidder, upon returning such plans, specifications, and bid documents in good condition subsequent to the opening of bids will be refunded the sum of $50.00, and any non bidder upon so returning such plans, specifications and bid documents will be refunded the sum of $25.00. No refunds will be made for plans in condition not fit for further use or returned later than 10 days after the bid opening date. Copies of the proposed contract documents, plans and specifications may be examined at the office of the Engineer, 4295 South Buffalo Street, Orchard Park, New York. The Town of Orchard Park has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity organization. All qualified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) suppliers, contractors and/or businesses will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual preference or Vietnam Era Veteran status. Remy Orffeo Town Clerk Town of Orchard Park Dated: August 2, 2017

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE Index No.: 806817/2016 REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE Citizens Bank, N.A. f/k/a RBS Citizens, N.A. f/k/a Citizens Bank, N.A. s/b/m to Charter One Bank, N.A. f/k/a Charter One Bank, F.S.B Plaintiff, v. Anthony Lewis as Administrator of the Estate of Lateyfa Lewis Anthony Lewis, individually LaShawn Antionette Lewis Jermaine Habeeb Jameel Habeeb Carol Dankert, Commissioner of Erie County, Dept. of Social Services Erie County DA on behalf of Salleh Dubaishi State Tax Commission The People of the State of New York People of the State of New York United States of America – Internal Revenue Service Enviro-Care, Inc. Defendants. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly made and entered in the above entitled foreclosure action dated June 28, 2017 and to be entered in the office of the County Clerk of Erie County, I, the undersigned Referee named in said judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on September 11, 2017 at the foreclosure alcove, Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street, in Buffalo, County of Erie, State of New York, at 9:00 a.m., the premises described in said judgment as follows: SEE SCHEDULE “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF. Property known as: 97 Orange Street, Buffalo, New York 14204 TOGETHER with all the right, title and interest of the mortgagors, if any, in and to the land lying in the streets and roads in front of and adjoining said premises to the center line thereof. TOGETHER with all fixtures and articles of personal property attached to or used in connection with the said premises. Said premises are sold subject to any state of facts an accurate survey may show, to covenants, restrictions and easements, if any, to violations, zoning regulations and ordinances of the city, town or village in which the premises lie, to the rights of the public and others in and to any part of the premises that lies within the bounds of any street, alley or highway, to any state of facts an inspection would disclose it being understood that the property is sold in an “as is” and “where is” condition, to any and all tenancies, possessory interests and/or leases affecting the premises which have not been extinguished by this foreclosure action, and to any right of redemption of the United States of America. Judgment Amount: $23,507.57 Dated: July 21, 2017 /s/ Franklin R. Pratcher Franklin R. Pratcher, Esq. Referee Harris Beach PLLC Kelly C. Griffith, Esq. Attorneys for Plaintiff 333 West Washington Street Suite 200 Syracuse, New York 13202 315-423-7100 (printer will insert once a week for four weeks)

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-LEGAL NOTICELLC Name: Bus Stop Liquor LLC. Address: 11 Grider St. Buffalo NY 14215. County Location: Erie. Notice of Formation: March 7, 2017.

The Great American Total Solar Eclipse August 21st On August 21st, 2017 millions of Americans will have the chance to view a Total Solar Eclipse. Western New York is going to be able to see a partial view of the total solar eclipse, but make sure you do it right because we only get about a 7 minute window. To make it a sweet experience there will be viewing glasses that will be given out so, you can watch without hurting your eyes. The total solar eclipse will be on Monday, August 21 and you can pick up your glasses at any of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Libraries. You can view the Eclipse locally at: •The Buffalo Museum of Science •SUNY/Buffalo State’s Ferguson Planetarium •Central Branch of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library COUNTDOWN: "Mon. Aug. 21 Countdown begins at 1:11 pm Mon. Aug. 21 2.33 p.m. Partial Eclipse takes place Mon. Aug/ 21 @ 3:51 pm eclipse ends Duration 2 hrs, 39 minutes

LEGAL NOTICE BIDS REQUEST FOR BID Mark Cerrone, Inc. is requesting bids for the ECMC Parking Lot Expansion project in Buffalo, NY for all scopes of work detailed in contract documents. Optional MWBE Pre-bid meeting will be held on 8/9/17 @ 3:30pm at MCI Office. Documents can be obtained by contacting jlarcara@markcerrone.com, Phone 716282-5244, Fax 716-282-5245 or iSqFt®. Bids due electronically or in person at 2368 Maryland Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305 by 8/11/17 @ 2:00pm. Certified Minority, Woman, and Service Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation is strongly encouraged

LEGAL NOTICE BIDS COUNTY OF ERIE NOTICE TO BIDDERS EC POLLING SITES IMPROVEMENTS AND ADA UPGRADES 120/134 W. EAGLE STREET RENOVATIONS Sealed single prime bids for General Construction work for the above project will be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works, Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin St, Suite 1400, Buffalo, NY,14202 until 10:30 am Thursday, August 24, 2017, at which time they will be opened and read aloud. MBE/WBE requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw/

Aug. 9,16,23,30 Sept. 6,13

-LEGAL NOTICENotice is hereby given that a license, pending for beer, liquor and wine has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, liquor and wine at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 3148 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214 in Erie County for on premise consumption. Sordetto Inc. President: Anthony Sordetto Aug. 9,16

-LEGAL NOTICENOTICE of FORMATION of a DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name of LLC: NICKEL CITI GROUP, LLC Date of filing of Articles of Organization with the NY Dept of State: JULY 06, 2017. Office of the LLC: 1581 E. DELAVAN AVE BUFFALO, NY, 14211 Erie County. Contact: Anthony Gibson Telephone: (716) 427-4404. The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of process to the LLC at: 1581 E. DELAVAN AVE BUFFALO, NY. Purpose of LLC: SALON & OTHER MEDIA MANAGEMENT. No specific duration attached to LLC. Aug.9,16,23,30, Sept. 6,13

LEGAL NOTICE Project No. JZ-17-06 COUNTY OF ERIE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS & PROPOSAL ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING SERVICES New Era Field 2017-2018 Year 5 Capital Improvement Allowance Projects ECDPW Project No. JZ-17-06 The County of Erie Department of Public Works is seeking qualification statements and proposals from interested Architectural & Engineering firms to provide professional design services for the above project. Qualification statements and proposals for the project must be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works, Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin St, Suite 1400, Buffalo, NY 14202 until 4:00 PM local time Tuesday, August 15, 2017. RFQ/ RFP submission instructions may be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw/

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 9 BNMC Summer Block Party: 4:30-7:30 Kaminski Park & Gardens on Carlton & Elm St. (Rowell); bring blanket or folding chair; free event; food music, kids activities. Bnmc.org/ Block Party for info. Hustle for Health Seniors line dance fitness class Gloria J Parks Center 3242 Main St. 11am - 12pm 716 832-1010. FREE The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St. 885-6348 THURSDAY AUGUST 10 FOXIE BROWN LINE DANCE CLASSES: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Schiller Senior Center, 2057 Genesee St. 4442046. The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St. 885-6348. SATURDAY AUGUST 12 Ellicott Mall Reunion: JFK Community Center 392-5588. Columnist Eva M. Doyle Book Signing: Golden Cup Cafe 1323 Jefferson Ave. (new location) 1 - 3 p.m. 847-6010. SUNDAY AUGUST 13 PINE GRILL REUNION PART 2. MARTIN LUTHER KING PARK. 3-9 p.m.! BE THERE!884-2013

MONDAY AUGUST 14 Hustle for Health Seniors line dance fitness class Gloria J Parks Center 3242 Main St. 12 noon 716 832-1010. FREE GYC Ministries Gang Summer Basketball & Open gym, ages 14 & up; 7-9:30 p.m. CRUCIAL 230 Moselle St.. WEDNESDAY AUGUST 16

THURSDAY AUGUST 17 The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St. 885-6348. FRIDAY AUGUST 19 Takin’ It To The Streets (8/19 & 20); MLK Park; 11 a.m. to Dusk; 891-4700.

Hustle for Health Seniors line dance fitness class Gloria J Parks Center 3242 Main St. 11am - 12pm 716 832-1010. FREE

Puerto Rican & Hispanic Day parade, Niagara Square to LaSalle Park.

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THURSDAY AUGUST 17 Minority Bar Foundation 35th Annual Scholarship Receptiion & Awards Ceremony: The Mansion on Delaware. FOXIE BROWN LINE DANCE CLASSES: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Schiller Senior Center, 2057 Genesee St. 4442046.

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SATURDAY AUGUST 20

Challenger Community News • t hec hallengernews.com •August 9, 2017

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FOUNDATION Register your child today! • Six-hour daily program for city children who turn 4 by Dec. 1st • Healthy breakfast and lunch • Language, social and self-help skills to be ready for school • Educational field trips • Indoor/outdoor play and naptime • Instructional program taught by certified teachers • Available at schools and community agencies in the city • Free monthly RTS bus passes for parents

If your child turns 3 or 4 by December 1, enroll them in Rochester Pre-K today!

WE ARE ONE!

The 3rd annual University United Festival was held on June 10 UB South Campus Rotary Field. Hosted by Councilmember Wyatt, it featured old school music, amusement rides, a kids zone, food, vendors and more! National recording artists Lenny Williams and Drew Hill performed. A parade kicked off the free event. Pictured above is Councilmember Wyatt (center) and his hard working crew who made it a big success!

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THIS SUMMER, THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY IS INVITED TO ENJOY FREE PROGRAMMING AT THE BUFFALO PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ STRONG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS AND PARENT CENTERS. From now until August 18th, select schools will host community gardening activities. Adults and children of all ages are invited to help care for the gardens and bring home produce that grows. BPS teachers and Community School staff will assist. Representatives from Grassroots Garden WNY and Cornell Cooperative Extension will provide programming, educational workshops, and tips on creating healthy snacks.

COMMUNITY GARDENING ACTIVITIES WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS AND TIMES: LEWIS J. BENNETT SCHOOL OF HAMLIN PARK CLAUDE & OUIDA HERMAN BADILLO BILINGUAL ACADEMY #76 INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY #363 CLAPP ACADEMY #74 Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11am – 12pm Tuesdays: 12pm – 2pm Tuesdays & Thursdays: 1pm – 3pm LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL #207 EAST HIGH SCHOOL #309 Mondays: 1pm – 2pm

HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 Mondays & Wednesdays: 11:45am – 12:45pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 3pm – 5pm

LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 Tuesdays & Thursdays: 1:30pm – 2:30pm HIGHGATE HEIGHTS #80 8/7, 8/15 and 8/22: 11am – 12pm

ADULTS CAN VISIT THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS FOR BPS PARENT CENTER SUMMER ACTIVITIES: BENNETT HS OF INNOVATIVE SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL #206 EAST COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL #309 TECHNOLOGY #363 8/10 - 12:30 pm - “I Can Use It” Parent Portal Training 8/10 - 11am - Special Education 8/10 12pm Restorative Justice Conversations with Parent Network 8/11 - 12:30pm - Attendance Matters Informational 8/14 - 9am - New York State Mentor Training 8/11 - 1:15 pm - “Let’s Talk About It” Effective 8/15 - 12pm - LaMovement Fitness Communication with School Staff 8/17 - 11am - Special Education 8/17 - 12pm - LaMovement Fitness Conversations with Parent Network 8/17 - 12:30pm - Meet our Food Pantry (Tour) 8/18 - 12pm - New York State Mentor Training 8/18 - 9am - New York State Mentor Training 8/21 & 8/22 - 9am - Attendance Matters Get news and updates on Facebook at 8/22 - 12:30pm - “Let’s Talk About It” BPS Community Schools and BPSParentCenters. Effective Communication with School Staff Visit www.BuffaloSchools.org for more information.

HERMAN BADILLO BILINGUAL ACADEMY #76 8/14 - 12pm - New York State Mentor Training