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United University Festival & Soul Concert Returns This Weekend
“The University at Buffalo is pleased to welcome the University United Festival back to UB this summer and looks forward to hosting this great, family-friendly event on our South Campus. UB’s Office of Community Relations has had the pleasure of working closely with Councilmember Wyatt over the years, and we are glad to be a part of the fabric of the University District. The councilmember and his office have been working hard to plan a wonderful event for the neighborhood, and we hope everyone is as excited as we are to see the community back together for this special tradition,” said Dylan Steed, University at Buffalo Community Relations Specialist.
The festival will also have community resources from KeyBank, the Erie County Health Department, Evergreen Health Services, the New York National Air Guard and other community groups. There will also be a free KIDS ZONE which is sponsored by KeyBank that will have free snacks, activities, and attractions for kids of all ages. For more information visit www.universityunitedfestival.com.
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United University Festival bringing some heavy hitting headliners like Bobby V, Maya , The Whispers, Joe, Darcel Blue, Leandria Johnson, Fred Hammond also featuring NBC's "The Voice" Cami Clune and Commedian Gary Wallace Little Anthony & The Imperials plus the Crystals & The Marcels Sunday
BUFFALO, N.Y. - The University United Festival Committee and University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt held a press conference June 2, 2022 from University at Buffalo South Campus Rotary Field to discuss the 2022 University United Festival, festival security, and unveil the full entertainment lineup for the free, familyfriendly, community festival.
The 2022 University United Festival will be a two-day festival that will take place Saturday, June 11, 2022 and Sunday, June 12, 2022 from University at Buffalo’s South Campus Rotary Field. The festival will open Saturday at 2:30pm with an opening ceremony honoring the University District Block Clubs followed by a musical lineup featuring local and national recording artists.
The University United Festival Committee also announced that due to the recent events across our country, and in our community, extra security precautions will be in effect throughout the duration of the event to ensure a safe event for all.
The 2022 University United Festival lineup is as follows:
Saturday, June 11, 2022 (emceed by local comedian Gary Wallace with University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt & Erie County Legislature Chairwoman April Baskin) ●Cami Clune (from NBC’s ‘The Voice’) ●Bobby V ●MYA ●The Whispers ●JOE Sunday, June 12, 2022 “Gospel Day” (emceed by Bishop Darius G. Pridgen & Pastor D’Mott) ●Darcel Blue ●Le’Andria Johnson ●Fred Hammond “The University United Festival is fast-becoming one of the must-see events of Buffalo's summer, and we are beaming with pride that we can offer this free, family-friendly event to the residents of the east side. We also want to emphasize that our festival is more than just a concert series, this is a safe event for all where the community can come together and have a great time,” said University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt.
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“The University United Festival is officially back stronger than ever! This event is more than just a festival or a concert series, it provides the residents of the City of Buffalo the opportunity to receive free resources such as financial literacy, mental health services, and free COVID vaccines. This year we are proud to have 2 days of a family filled weekend with music, food, a KIDS ZONE and much, much more. As the Chairwoman of the festival, it brings me nothing but pride to see the impact that his annual event has on the community,” said Taisha St. Jean, Chairwoman of the University United Festival. The Rose Bar and Grill Tony Terry comes to the stage at The Rose June 11 for a night of R&B Tickets at Doris Records or at The Rose 199 Scott Street.
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Chappell Supports Families of Tops Massacre BLACK WHOLE - Tour Stops in Buffalo During Dave Chappell did his Juneteeth Weekend! Tthing at the Shea’s Sunday night and more!He donated All the Proceeds to the Families of the Tops Market Black Whole (meaning the sum of Black music ) is an outstanding assemblage of talent paying homage to ancestral sound. The ensemble explores reimagined sound with fresh arrangements rooted in Jazz while simultaneously working to uproot it. The Massacre musicians of Black Whole include (pictured above l/r) Ris It was vintage Dave hon Odel on bass, Walter Kemp on piano, Allan Mednard on Chappell last Sunday eve- drums, Scott Tixier on violin, Loops Brent Brickhead on altoning at Shea’s as the leg- flute and clarinet. After their NYC date June 15 at the famed endary comedian brought Zurcher Gallery,the tour stops in Buffalo June 17 & 18 at Pausa on-point insight, truth and Art House 19 Wadsworth street go to pausaarthouse.com for inspiration wrapped into a times and ticket info. From there they head to West Falls Center hilarious comic routine.. for the Arts on June 22, Cleveland Ohio Bop Stop June 23 and Chappelle, who booked Toronto at the Rex Hotel June 24! Don't Miss This Experience! a last-minute show here, said from the stage that he had GEICO HOSTS JUNETEENTH EVENT JUNE 17 done so to honor to the 10 victims of the racist massa- In celebrating the history of our African American & Black cre at a Tops supermarket in Community in Buffalo, we're inviting you to celebrate Junethe heart of the Black com- teenth with GEICO munity by an 18-year old on Friday June 17th white supremacist almost from 12:00-7:00 PM. four weeks ago. This is a great time At the end of the perfor- to come together to mance, Chappelle said fam- spend time appreciily members of the victims ating the unity we were in the audience at his have around us and invitation and that he was supporting one another as a collective community. donating proceeds from GEICO is hosting this event to commemorate this historic ticket sales to them. Shea’s day by supporting local Black owned businesses. Performing Arts Center, a There will be food, music, vendors, a kiddie corner, activ3,019-seat venue, hosted the ities, and prizes! We have many vendors from the commuevent. nity that will be showcasing their products. In addition,there Tickets went on sale on the will be a variety of Black owned food vendors participating Live Nation website at 10 in the celebration. With music by DJ Kenny Kutz. a.m. last Thursday and sold The location of this gathering will be at the local GEICO out within an hour. Office Parking Lot which is, 300 Crosspoint Pkwy., Getz Chappelle last played ville, NY 14068. Shea’s in 2016, and that We are looking forward to bringing our community toshow also sold out. gether for a wholesome and memorable event!
SUPPORT TEAM: Among the speakers who addressed a recent press conference in support of Jonathan Parker was Rev. Denise, Tyrell Ford, Kelly Galloway, Tiffany Thornton, Bob Goldstein and more ( not necessarily pictured here.)
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Will The Court Grant Jonathan Parker A Hearing?
New Group Rallies for Man Incarcerated for Murdering Buffalo Police Officer 25 Years Ago
On Monday, a crowd gathered behind the Erie County Court building at 25 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo, supporting a man imprisoned for murdering a Buffalo police officer 25 years ago. The group, Justice for Jonathan Parker, is petitioning that Erie County Judge Bargnesi grant an evidentiary hearing at Tuesday's oral argument concerning Jonathan Parker.
The judge said that he will render a decision in 30 days.
Parker was convicted of killing officer Charles "Skip" McDougald in 1997. The Justice for Jonathan Parker Rally aimed to bring awareness to Parker's case and demand that new evidence presented by his new defense team be reviewed. Exonerated activist Keyontay Ricks joined the group, with community organizer Tyrell Ford of Voice Buffalo, Director of Voice Buffalo Rev. Denise Walden-Glenn, Justice for Jonathan Parker organizer Tiffany Thornton, and Parker's defense attorney Steven Metcalf.
"If any individual or case deserves a hearing on a CPL 440 application, it's Johnathan Parker's case", said attorney Steven Metcalf. "For the last 25 years, Mr. Parker has been in jail on a case where we finally received information supporting his innocence, which will shock anyone with a conscience after a hearing."
Parker was arrested for murder at 19-years-old. For 25 years, he has maintained that he is innocent, although his attorney conceded guilt during his trial in 1997. At that time, Parker was at risk of receiving a death sentence. Within the last two years, witnesses have come forward in signed affidavits, admitting to lying under oath after being threatened or persuaded by Buffalo Police officers. Those witnesses testified against Parker during the trial. Parker and witnesses say there were corrupt officers involved in the case of Officer McDougald's murder. One witness said that former detective Andres Ortiz threatened to kill him if he did not testify. Parker's defense team has filed a 440 motion to overturn his conviction, have a new, fair trial, or be acquitted. Last week, Erie County D.A. John Flynn opposed reviewing the latest evidence and said he would do everything in his power to keep Parker in prison.
This Silence is Wrong, Hurtful and Disrespectful
By Bobbie E. Jackson
In response to the recent horrific events that occurred at Tops market on Saturday May 14, several elected and law enforcement officials have consistently highlighted and emphasized the fact the Tops shooter was not a resident of Buffalo, N.Y. or any WNY community. This I believe alludes to the premise that this extent of evil does not or has not existed in Buffalo N.Y. This failure to acknowledge Buffalo's violent and deadly history of a racial hate crime is immense disrespect to the legacy of those murdered, their surviving families and the entire black community. Why I ask, has it not been mentioned that seven black men were murdered by self-proclaimed racist Joseph Christopher, who was given the moniker "The 22 Caliber Killer". In September of 1980, 14 year old Glenn Dunn was the first victim, shot outside of a "supermarket" in Buffalo. Demon Christopher's killing spree continued in 1980 and into 1981 compiling a total of seven black males in Buffalo and surrounding communities. He went on to desecrate and mutilate some of these victims by cutting out their hearts. This monster also murdered four black men in New York City. It's believed his murderous hate spree took the lives of 12 black males. Failure to presently acknowledge this horrific period of racist hatred is a gross denial of violence and racism, which has festered in our communities as well as the nation for many, many decades. Awareness, information and knowledge are powerful components of social capital that can breed beneficial conversations for our citizens of every community, to combat racism and theories of white supremacy. This is exactly the reason this historical tragedy should be acknowledged at this time.
Finding the Light, Through the Darkness
By Aymanuel Radford
On May 14th, 2022, our community was attacked by an 18year old man who killed 10 people at the Tops on Jefferson Ave. This attack has been the center of focus for the community since it happened, and rightly so I must add. Often in dark times like this we look for something, anything to get us out of the dark cloud that hangs over us. On May 26th through all the darkness a little bit of light crept through. Hutchinson Central Technical High School hired Micah Harris as its head football coach. I know for some this does not seem like a big deal, what do we care about a local high school football coach? We should care!! A lot. This hiring came on the back of a community rallying around a football program that we knew deserved better. The Hutch Tech football program led by Tony Trulizio was 1-22 over the past 3 seasons. Three years ago, when the student athletes came out and said they wanted to keep their current coach and not Coach Trulizio. BPS ignored them. After a little bit of press and a light push back the community also ignored them. Because of that we owe the last 3 senior classes an apology, we owe them a debt of gratitude because of who we as a community forced them to play for. We are sorry young men but if there is any way you can find some solace in your sacrifice, no more Hutch Tech student athletes will be subjected to what you were, no more student athletes will go into seasons with the expectations of losing. We as a community must make sure that this NEVER HAPPENS AGAIN!!! When we are here the cry of our children, we must fight for them until we see the change that they deserve!!!! Special thanks to Nelson Mason, Dwayne Taplin, Sinclair Fabor, Ray Hall, Phil Richardson, and all those community members who fought for our children. When we fight together and fight hard as a community there isn’t anything that can stand in our way. STAND UP COMMUNITY!!!!
Jonathan Parker is not a cop killer. I am here to fight for justice and Jonathan's character. He was wrongfully convicted and deserves his freedom."
Also attending the rally in support of Jonathan Parker were other exonerated men and their families. With an oral argument scheduled the following day between defense attorney Steven Metcalf and the Erie County ADA, Justice for Jonathan Parker had two immediate asks from supporters. First, the group wants supporters to write a letter to D.A. Flynn asking him to stop opposing an evidentiary hearing. After that, sign a petition to support Jonathan Parker's case being heard. The organization directed supporters to carry out those tasks online at JusticeforJonathanParker.com.
The annual report for the National Registry of Exonerations recorded 161 exonerations in 2021. According to the report, wrongfully
The Path Forward From May 14: Insights from Black Leaders Within Roswell Park
As our community works to heal following the deadly May 14 racist killings at the Tops supermarket on Jefferson Avenue, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center acknowledges the painful experiences that are a daily reality for so many of our neighbors, our employees and our patients. We mourn with the families of the 10 people killed by a young man poisoned by white supremacist ideology: Aaron Salter, Ruth Whitfield, Pearly Young, Katherine Massey, Deacon Heyward Patterson, Celestine Chaney, Roberta A. Drury, Margus D. Morrison, Andre Mackneil and Geraldine Talley. We stand with all those who were injured or traumatized through this senseless act of hateful prejudice at a neighborhood hub, a place vital to the community for more than just groceries. As our community comes together in forceful affirmation of the dignity of every person, we invited several Black leaders within Roswell Park to share their reflections on this moment in our community and what it means for our path forward. “I want to challenge everyone to remember we have choices. We have choices to see the good in people; we have choices to respect other people for their differences, and we have choices to love everyone in the way we would want to be loved. We’re all human beings. At the end of the day, we all want the same things,” says David Scott, Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Roswell Park. Sustained commitment to change is critical.The demonstrations of compassion and togetherness on full display since the deadly attack must be a starting point. “It’s wonderful and reassuring to see how Buffalo neighbors from all walks of life have come together in the aftermath of this horrific tragedy, but that energy must be kept days, months and years from now to help create actual change,” says Dana Harris, Communications Project Manager. “Black people appreciate the sentiment and concerns of our friends and peers. We value them. But we also need everyone to see … we have not been making these things up. There are people out there walking this earth that hate us for the color of our skin. It’s heartbreaking, discouraging and we are just so tired of fighting alone every day and trying to prove our worth. When you ask what you can do to support us — get out and take action. Speak up when you see, hear or feel that something is wrong or unfair.” We also need to do our part, as a neighbor and as a presence in this city, to ask questions and listen to the answers, even if — especially if — they are difficult to hear. “It’s very clear there’s a problem. It’s not just this isolated incident,” says Richard Satterwhite, a Patient Engagement Specialist. “We need to be the ones to reach across and ask what we can do. We need to become a real ally. This is our community. We need to do a better job of taking care of people. This is an opportunity to truly engage and take care of the overall health of our community.” Next: "Racism Will Not Be tolerated ‘Racism will not be tolerated’
I'm Just Sayin'
by Darvin Adams
We Said No To A Methadone Clinic
Now that the cameras and lights have gone, our Black leadership and some of the clergy can sto the showboating. The east side is still trying to heal from this cowardly act of domestic terrorism. Meanwhile lthe residents of the University District are still willing to fight Hopewell Health, which is an opioid clinic. Hopewell wants to place this facility in the Cleve-Hill Plaza, which is located on Kensington and Eggert Rd. To our knnowledge the project's administrators have failed to provide transparency and to obtain community approval before submitting any request to New York State. The community should have had some say so in this matter. The clients that will be serviced in this facility will transported in from places outsdie the community. Also, there is some problems with transparency as it relates to our local leaderships. How is it that no one knew about this? All the people were told was it’s a done deal and the lease was signed in March. The residents of the University are very concerned about increased traffic, loitering, the safety of the children going to and from school. There is also a concern for the elders and the women. This is not acceptable. Other municipalities, such as Amherst, Kenmore, Cheektowaga and the Allentown District has said NO! So it was decided to put in with the Black folks because they’re not going to say nothing. But no! We're fired up and we as a community SAY HELL NO. Enough is enough. We matter, our voice is just as golden as the next!.
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Is It Possible That Something As Traumatic As The Event On May 14 Could Have Been Prevented ?
Dear Editor:
Considering what happened on Saturday, May the 14th I have, for the most part, maintained a level of silence. Honestly, my emotions have been everywhere. I am hurt, saddened, angry, and in pain. Some of you are aware that for almost two years I was the manager of the Family Dollar next door/across the street from Tops Friendly Market on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo, NY.
Darnell Palmer
For almost 2 years I pleaded for the Buffalo Police Community Officers, activists, pastors, and other religious and community leaders to get involved because of the increasing rates of crime and violence in that area. I even offered to pay out-of-pocket for events in hopes of their presence in that community. I inquired about how to get on the community officers' rotation of driving around the area. My efforts, unfortunately, caused me to be looked at as a problem. I was considered a troublemaker for calling 911 for help when unlawful things happened.
When BPD officers would eventually respond to the calls, I was told by many that there was nothing they could do! I can't make this up. Officers that did not look like me did not want to document the incidents nor give us a report number. They saw me as the problem for reporting and making the calls.
October 2021 I was accosted and shot in the Family Dollar Store on Jefferson Avenue that I managed. The response time was slow and once the two BPD Officers, (that did not look like me) that I had encountered many times previously, showed up and sat in their patrol car until I, the shooting victim, came out of the store. I can't make this up. These were the same officers that felt I was the problem for calling and reporting the crime in the area. They hushed this up. In fact, they even accused me of shooting myself.
There is so much more that I could share, including what happened to the last two Security Officers at Tops Friendly Market prior to the most recent who lost his life engaging fire exchange with the active shooter on May 14, 2022. The numerous call logs and reports of the many incidents that are documented for that area will validate what I am saying.
Is it possible that something as traumatic and traumatizing as this event on Saturday, May 14, 2022, could have been prevented if the BPD, which talks about community policing had listened? Is it possible that if this community was on their rotation to patrol that this catastrophic event could have been avoided? After all, the shooter targeted this area, with knowledge of average police response time. Is it possible that this could have been prevented? Knowing what I know... I believe it very well could have been. I am not the only one. I speak the sentiments of others who work and/or live in this area as well.
-Darnell Palmer
Whatever afects one directly, affects all indirectly." -Dr. MartinLuther King
SPILL THE TEA
By Ava Carter, age 13
Hey, so I’m here to tell you all about the community and social media tea, so let’s look and see what’s going on. The first topic I’m going to talk about is a very sad and tragic event. As some of you might know George Floyd died May 25, 2020. George Floyds anniversary has just recently passed. The cause of his death was a police officer who had his knee on his neck. George Floyd repeatedly said “I can’t breathe” but the officer did not remove his knee. I’m going to ask everyone reading to take a moment to remember him. George Floyd was someone’s son, grandson and he was killed, so take a moment no one deserves to die like that. October 14, 1973, to May 25, 2020, R.I.P. Another tragic event that happened, happened right here in Buffalo. On May 14, 2022 innocent lives were taken at the Tops on Jefferson Avenue. The shooter was an 18-year-old boy, Payton S. Gendron. He walked into the Tops and shot 13 people ,10 passed away and 3were injured. This crime was racially motivated, or in other words a hate crime. To think someone could get up and go end lives without a care, this is just so ridiculous …how could someone even think this? May all of them rest in peace and may the injured be alright I am praying for all of them. R.I.P. So far, we have covered two scary and tragic events, we just have one more. On May 24, 2022, 18-year-old Salvador Ramos decided to enter an elementary school in Texas, shoot 19 children, 2 teachers and shooting his grandmother while she was trying to prevent it. He claims he did it because he was bullied, but my question is what did these children and teachers have to do with it? A girl had to cover herself in her best friend’s blood so she wouldn’t get shot. This is honestly so, so sad. Children are afraid to go to school, sometimes even I am. I make up plans in my head of what I’m going to do just in case something ever happens, where I’m going to run and hide. Children should not have to be afraid to go to school. May all of them Rest in Peace!
Black Minds Matter!
Dear Editor: The U.S. Department of Education recently issued a Notice of Proposed Priorities that would harm charter schools. The proposed rules would limit important funding that many schools need. For instance, one proposed regulation would require proving traditional public schools were over-enrolled – but parents need charter schools for many reasons, even if their traditional public schools are not overcrowded. Please tell Congress that our families need more – not fewer – options in education. We need them to fight for us in Washington.
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POETRY
Amanda Gorman, the 24-year-old who was named the nation’s first youth poet laureate, shared an original piece on Twitter only hours after the shooting in Texas.
The eight-line poem Gorman wrote and shared has been retweeted more than 20,000 times and liked by 91,000 people already.
Schools scared to death. The truth is, one education under desks, Stooped low from bullets; That plunge when we ask Where our children Shall live & how & if
“The truth is, one nation under guns,” Gorman tweeted after sharing her poem.
The poet continued to express her outrage and grief with a few more posts about the inexplicable loss of children.
“It takes a monster to kill children,” she tweeted. “But to watch monsters kill children again and again and do nothing isn’t just insanity — it’s inhumanity.”
Amanda Gorman, America’s inaugural National Youth Poet Laureate, has lived through an endless onslaught of mass shootings. We all have.
FULL MOON WATCH
On June 14, 2022 we welcome The Strawberry Moon in the firesign Sagittarius. This week the intuitive powers increase as we approach the Full Moon. This is a time to gather and harvest things you've planted earlier this spring. The Strawberry Moon is a time of transformation as you continue to ripen. It's a time to pick your intentions. Winds of Change are in the Air! The ability to formulate goals, motivate yourself, enjoy life – that’s what will be important on the June full moon. You can believe in luck and luck, but it is better to rely only on yourself. Energy is in full swing, a person is at the peak of activity: there is nothing impossible. The full moon in June 2022 favors largescale affairs, helps to determine plans. You just need to look into the very depths of your soul, honestly admit your desires to yourself. This is a time of hopes, searches and discoveries: familiar things are seen from a different angle. It is important not to get confused here, if you hesitate a little – and the game starts over. While this has its own charm, life is cyclical: you can always catch up. Now more than ever it's time to stay in the present moment. Manifest within your heart and soul the spirit of Love and Light and send it out to the world that is filled with great darkness. Ay wanted and it’s because it was not going to be the right thing for us. Many people Everything related to family, career aspirations becomes of great importance. Clean Out Your Life - Start With: •Cleansing Your Spirit •Clean out closets and drawers •Clean off the clutter around your sleeping area •Clean out old papers and receipts You can take your time and do this cleaning over the next few weeks. It will benefit you enormously on your spiritual path. Clutter tends to attract negative energy. That's why cleaning out your home or office is important as it frees up the energy and lets the light in. I feel that all full moons are a special time for us to connect to the Great Spirit as well as the moon. Remember we’re fast approaching the Summer Solstice on June 21, 2022.
-Cherokee Billie
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We Cannot Change The Past, But We Can Work To Make Sure Something Like May 14th Never Happens Again
Following the unprecedented attack on Buffalo’s Black community, Chairwoman Baskin has been working diligently with her partners in government and community organizations to ensure that residents who have been impacted have the necessary resources to process their grief. She is also calling for accountability in Erie County’s Anti-Gun Violence programming in order to ensure that the county’s approach yields real results. “There is obvious tension and distrust with the government right now. We can all think of the things that could have been done to stop this terrorist attack from happening, but right now we must keep looking forward. Forward to a day where we are not afraid to go grocery shopping, go to church, go to a movie theater or even just walk down the street. I am doing all I can to help our community, and as long as I am a Legislator, my work to help Buffalo’s Black community will not stop.” Chairwoman Baskin said. In last Thursday’s formal session of the Erie County Legislature, a resolution that Baskin sponsored to establish a permanent location for trauma counseling in the Black community passed unanimously. The location is still in development, so if you currently need help, please go to the temporary site at the Johnnie B. Wiley stadium at 1100 Jefferson Avenue. Buffalo’s Black community has been through life-shattering trauma and deserves professional help processing that trauma. Please reach out or encourage a friend or loved one to seek counseling if they are experiencing any mental health issues. The United States experiences gun violence at an extreme rate compared to other countries, and Erie County’s leaders are taking the matter seriously. Our community’s high rate of gun violence prompted Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz to declare it a public health crisis in July of 2021. In December 2021, Chair April Baskin added a new Community Coordinator position to the 2022 county budget for the purposes of assisting community anti-gun violence groups with data collection. The position, which is currently listed on erie.gov, will allow Erie County to collect impact data from programs who receive County funding and County contracts to do antigun violence work in the community. Last Thursday, a resolution Baskin sponsored that tasks the Commissioner of Central Police Services with developing and submitting an annual report that outlines the funding allocations and data outcomes of all programs and initiatives implemented by Erie County to reduce gun violence in our community passed unanimously. Once the legislature starts receiving these annual reports, they will use them to inform their understanding where our community experiences the most gun violence and help them as they develop programs and policies to combat it. GERALDINE HORTON ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA ECONOMIC IMPACT:$2.1 MILLION
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Attorney Benjamin Crump, who is the legal representative for the Whitfields, agreed. It was a sin, said Krump, that the "monster" killed the Buffalo Ten, but it was also “sinful how this senate has failed to act..." During the hearing Republican senator Ted Cruz even tried do take the focus off the subject at hand and talked about how historically the Democrats were the original KKK – which had nothing to with the Tops. Market massacre “That's why "we are very intentional and very "driven" to maker sure that what happened at a tops on may 14 remains current and that keep the focus where it is....” chimed in Michelle spright who was also on the s how and also lost family I the massacre. “ the focus is a white supremacists (wo was) very calculated, and very concise made a 180 page missive on how he was going to gun down and execute Black people who had no choice but to go to the only supermarket in this Black neighborhood that just so happens to reside in a food desert,
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Taking It To The Streets Returns to MLK Park!
34th annual Taking it to the Streets returns after two years of hosting a virtual festival due to the pandemic! The upcoming festival in MLK Park will take place August 20 and 21.For more information and applications call Founder Anita O. Williams at 716-507-1931 or 716-891-4760 or Angelita Allen-Bellamy, Executive Assistant at 716-400-6749.
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convicted individuals spent 1,849 years incarcerated for crimes they did not commit- an average of 11.5 years per exoneree. The data also revealed perjury and official misconduct in nearly 70% of all cases. Official misconduct occurred in 77% of murder and manslaughter exonerations. A 2016 study showed that African-American prisoners convicted of murder are about 50% more likely to be innocent than other convicted murderers. African Americans constituted 47% of the 1,900 exonerations listed in the National Registry of Exonerations (as of October 2016), and the great majority of more than 1,800 additional innocent defendants who were framed and convicted of crimes in 15 large-scale police scandals and later cleared in "group exonerations."
"It is impossible to have a fair trial when a court of law accepts false evidence," said exonerated activist Keyontay Ricks.
Justice for Jonathan Parker is asking for donations to help pay for court costs, website maintenance, and support for Jonathan while he is incarcerated and when he comes home. So far, Justice for Jonathan Parker has received over $50,000 in donations. To learn more about Justice for Jonathan Parker, you can visit justiceforjonathanparker.com. Baskin & Johnson Call for Investigation into Emergency Response Operators in Light of Complaints of Disconnected Calls to 911
During emergency situations, those who call 911 expect they will be connected to an understanding person who is prepared to assist them. That was unfortunately not the case for two individuals who called for help during recent crises.
On May 14, in the midst of the mass shooting at Tops, a woman at the scene called 911 hoping to get help, but the call taker did not take her seriously and went as far as to hang up on her while they were cornered in Tops, terrified for their life.
A similar situation happened at a birthday party for Zaire Goodman, a survivor of May 14th’s terrorist attack. When Marnetta Malcolm experienced a medical emergency during the party, another party guest called 911 and was ridiculed for not knowing the address where the event was taking place
911 employees should take every call seriously and respond appropriately, even if the caller is whispering or cannot provide all the details of their location.
Last week, Legislators April Baskin and Howard Johnson sent a letter to Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz demanding a formal investigation into both of these incidents. As of today, there is an investigation into the actions of the call taker during the mass shooting at Tops, and the call taker who answered on Sunday, May 22nd has been fired.
“To ensure something like this doesn’t happen again, Legislator Johnson and I are working with the County Executive’s office to launch an investigation and to implement sensitivity training to the E911 department. These call takers need to understand that no matter where a call comes from, whether the person is whispering, or doesn’t know the address they are located, they need to take the call seriously. Lives depend on it.” said Baskin.
LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY COURT : COUNTY OF ERIE IN THE MATTER OF FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIENS BY PROCEEDING IN REM PURSUANT TO THE IN REM PROVISIONS OF THE ERIE COUNTY TAX ACT AND THE RESOLUTION OF THE ITEM 4E-9 (2022) PAGES 145146 OF THE MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF SAID LEGISLATURE FOR THE YEAR 2022
PETITION AND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIENS ACTION IN REM
IN REM NO.170 INDEX NO. 2022-600093 Please take notice that on the 9th day of May, 2022 the County of Erie pursuant to law, filed with the Clerk of the County of Erie a list of parcels of property affected by unpaid tax liens held and owned by the County of Erie which on such date had been due and unpaid for a period of at least two years after the date on which the unpaid tax liens were sold. Such list contains as to each such parcel (a) a brief description of the property affected by each tax lien, (b) the name of the last known owner of such property as it appears on the latest tax roll in the hands of the Director of Real Property Tax Services or a statement that the owner is unknown if such be the case, (c) a statement of such tax liens upon such parcel of property including any tax sale certificates owned by the County of Erie which shall have been due for less than two years, together with the interest and penalties due as of the list date and (d) a statement that the amount required to redeem any such parcel of property, and the amount to be recovered by the County of Erie, includes all tax sale certificates owned by the County of Erie and affecting such property, together with all interest, penalties, additions and expenses as in this act provided, and also includes an “in rem fee” of $500.00 per parcel to cover the presumptive cost to the County of Erie for reasonable and necessary attorneys’ fees, abstracts of title and other disbursements in connection with such foreclosure pursuant to law. The above-captioned proceeding was commenced to enforce the payment of delinquent taxes which have accumulated and become liens against certain property. The parcels to which this proceeding applies were identified on the List of Delinquent Taxes which was filed in the Erie County Clerk’s Office on the 9th day of May, 2022. Take further notice that the ownership by the County of the tax sale certificates set forth on the List of Delinquent Taxes is conclusive evidence of the fact that the taxes, assessments and other legal charges represented thereby have not been paid to the County. EFFECT OF FILING: All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the real property described in the List of Delinquent Taxes are hereby notified that the filing of said List constituted the commencement by the County of Erie of a proceeding in the County Court to foreclose each of the tax liens therein described by a foreclosure proceeding In Rem. Pursuant to Section 11-7.0 of the Erie County Tax Act, the filing of such List of Delinquent Taxes constitutes and has the same force and effect and is deemed to have given the same notice of such foreclosure proceeding as the filing and recording in the Erie County Clerk’s Office of an individual Notice of Pendency of a Tax Foreclosure Action and of the filing in the County Court of a separate and individual Complaint by the County of Erie against the owners of the real property proceeded against and described in the List of Delinquent Taxes. NATURE OF PROCEEDING: This proceeding is brought against the real property only and is to foreclose the tax liens described in the List of Delinquent Taxes. No personal judgment will be entered herein for such liens/taxes or other legal charges or any part thereof. PERSONS AFFECTED: This notice is directed to all persons having or claiming to have an interest in the real property described in the List of Delinquent Taxes. Such persons are hereby notified further that a duplicate of this Petition and the List of Delinquent Taxes has been filed in the Erie County Clerk’s Office and the Office of Real Property Tax Services and will remain open for public inspection up to and including the date specified below as the last day of redemption. RIGHT OF REDEMPTION: Any person having or claiming to have an interest in any such real property and the legal right thereto may on or before the 6th day of July, 2022 redeem the same by paying the amount of all such unpaid tax liens thereon, including all interest and penalties and other legal charges which are included in the lien against such real property, computed to and including the date of redemption.
Payments shall be made to: Director of Real Property Tax Services, Rath Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York, 14202, by CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK, BANK CHECK or MONEY ORDER.
In the event that such tax liens are paid by a person other than the record owner of such real property, the person so paying shall be entitled to have the tax liens affected thereby satisfied of record or to receive an assignment of such tax liens evidenced by a proper written instrument. LAST DAY OF REDEMPTION: The last day of redemption is hereby fixed as the 6th day of July, 2022. SERVICE OF ANSWER: Every person having any right, title or interest in or lien upon any parcel of real property described in the List of Delinquent Taxes may serve a duly verified Answer upon the attorney for the Tax District, as set forth below, setting forth in detail the nature and amount of his or her interest, and any defense or objection to the foreclosure. Such Answer must be filed in the office of the County Clerk and served upon the attorney for the Tax District, Margaret A. Hurley, Esq., Lippes Mathias, LLP, 50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1700, Buffalo, New York, 14202, (716) 884-3135, on or before the 26th day of July 2022. FAILURE TO REDEEM OR ANSWER: In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his or her right, title and interest and equity of redemption in and to the parcel described in the List of Delinquent Taxes and a judgment in foreclosure may be taken by default. DATED: May 9, 2022
ENFORCING OFFICER:
SCOTT A. BYLEWSKI, ESQ. Director of Real Property Tax Services STATE OF NEW YORK ) COUNTY OF ERIE ) ss: CITY OF BUFFALO ) I, SCOTT A. BYLEWSKI, ESQ., being duly sworn, depose and say: I am the Director of Real Property Tax Service for the County of Erie. I have read this Petition and Notice, which I have signed, and I am familiar with its contents. The contents of this Petition and Notice are true to the best of my knowledge, based upon the records and tax roll of the County of Erie, in the hands of the Department of Real Property Tax Services. I do not know of any errors or omissions in this Petition. SCOTT A. BYLEWSKI, ESQ. Director of Real Property Tax Services Sworn to before me this 9th day of May, 2022. Notary Public: Amy Honan No. 01HO6348829 Notary Public, State of New York Qualified in Erie County My Commission Expires Oct. 3, 2024
ATTORNEYS FOR TAX DISTRICT:
Margaret A. Hurley, Esq. Lippes Mathias, LLP 50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1700 Buffalo, New York 14202 (716) 884-3135 May 19, 26, June 9, 16, 23, 30 PROBATE CITATION File No. 2022-351
SURROGATE'S COURT - ERIE COUNTY CITATION
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
By the Grace of God Free and Independent
TO: Renee Thompson, Shanise McCoy, Nautica McCoy, Myles McCoy, Donavon McCoy, Kala Rose McCoy and Ramona McCoy, Ramone McCoy if he and she be living, and if he and she be dead to their heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, if any such there be, all of whom and all of whose names, ages, places of residence and post office addresses are unknown to the Petitioner(s) and cannot after due diligence used be ascertained and HON. LETITIA JAMES - Attorney General of the State of New York and JENNIFER G. FLANNERY - Erie County Public Administrator. A petition having been duly filed by ANDRE SCOTT , who is domiciled at 1720 Wehrle Drive, Apt 3, Williamsville, New York 14221 YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate's Court, Erie County, at 92 Franklin Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, New York, on June 22 2022 , at 9:30 o'clock in the fore noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of Claudia L Bridgers a/k/a Claudia Bridgers lately domiciled at 470 Best Street, Buffalo, New York 14208 admitting to probate a Will dated March 3, 2020 (a Codicil dated ,a copy of which is attached, as the Will of Claudia L Bridgers a/k/a Claudia Bridgers deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that X Letters Testamentary to ANDRE SCOTT Dated, Attested and Sealed May 9 , 2022 Hon. ACEA M. MOSEY Surrogate Kathleen A. Downing Chief Clerk Daria L Pratcher Attorney for Petitioner (716)541-8574 Telephone Number 37 Franklin Street, Suite 1000, Buffalo, New York 14202 Address of Attorney Attorney Email Address: dlpratcher@ dlpratcherlawoffice.com May 19, 26, June 9, 16
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BUSINESSES!
LEGAL NOTICE Bid
COUNTY OF ERIE ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS 4TH FLOOR I-PAD STORAGE AREA
PROJECT NO. 2021-800-02 Sealed bids for: ELECTRICAL AND GENERAL construction 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 10:00 AM local time on TUESDAY, JUNE 21ST, 2022 at which time they will be opened and read aloud. NYS Vendor Responsibility Form CCA-2 A/B/C, NYSDOL wage rates MBE/ WBE, Apprenticeship program, and Local and Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF ERIE NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC., V. JOSEPH HUNTZ, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JUDITH A. HUNTZ A/K/A JUDITH A. DYSON, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated November 5, 2021, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Erie, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC. is the Plaintiff and JOSEPH HUNTZ, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JUDITH A. HUNTZ A/K/A JUDITH A. DYSON, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the “CLOSING ROOM” OF THE ERIE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE, LOCATED ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF 92 FRANKLIN STREET, CITY OF BUFFALO, STATE OF NEW YORK 14202, on June 27, 2022 at 10:00AM, premises known as 383 HOPKINS STREET, BUFFALO, NY 14220: Section 133.38, Block 5, Lot 52:
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE CITY OF BUFFALO, COUNTY OF ERIE AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 807326/2017. Joseph J. Terranova, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure
sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
May 26, June 9,16,23
LEGAL NOTICE RFP
COUNTY OF ERIE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSAL Buffalo Niagara Convention Center Structural Assessment and Repairs Project No. 2022-818-03
County of Erie Department of Public Works seeking qualification statements and proposals from interested firms to provide A/E design and construction services for the above project. Qualification statements and proposals 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 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, June 16, 2022. RFQ/ RFP submission instructions may be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw/
LEGAL NOTICE RFP
COUNTY OF ERIE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSAL
Erie Countywide Hazardous Material Design, Sampling/Testing & Air Monitoring Project No. 2022-999-03
County of Erie Department of Public Works seeking qualification statements and proposals from interested firms to provide A/E design and consultant services for the HazMat Consulting Services. Qualification statements and proposals 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 2:00 PM local time on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. RFQ/RFP submission instructions may be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw/ LEGAL NOTICE
INDEX NO.: 817312/2019 Date Filed: 12/21/2021
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS WITH NOTICE
MORTGAGED PREMISES: 46 Pomona Place, Buffalo, NY 14210 SBL #: 123.64-3-20 Plaintiff designates ERIE County as the place of trial; venue is based upon the county in which the mortgaged premises is situate. STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF ERIE Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Richard A. Miller, if living and if he be dead, his heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants; and all heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of person, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to plaintiff, except as herein stated; New York State Department of Taxation and Finance; United States of America o/b/o Internal Revenue Service; John Doe #1 through #6, and Jane Doe #1 through #6, the last twelve names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants, tenants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein, 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 attorneys for the Plaintiff within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). 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 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 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 OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $78,551.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Erie on September 3, 2015, in Book 13736, Page 3250, covering premises known as 46 Pomona Place, Buffalo, NY 14210, SBL #: 123.64-3-20 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. The Plaintiff also seeks a deficiency judgment against the Defendants and for any debt secured by said Mortgage which is not satisfied by the proceeds of the sale of said premises.
TO the Defendant, Richard A. Miller, if living and if he be dead, his heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants; and all heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of person, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to plaintiff, except as herein stated, the foregoing Supplemental Summons with Notice is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeannette Ogden, J.S.C. of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Erie, dated April 20, 2022. Dated: 05/02/2022 /s/ Kyle Jacobs Kyle Jacobs, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, New York 10170 Phone: 347.286.7409 Fax: 347-286-7414 Attorneys for Plaintiff, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC
HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY.
SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT
YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE.
The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Banking Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or visit the Department's website at www. dfs.ny.gov. FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to "save" your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner's distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. June 9,16,23,30
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BRD Construction is Seeking Subcontractors for the Barcalo Green Roof Innovation Grant Program located at 225 Louisiana St. in the City of Buffalo
The GIGP project is designed to manage stormwater runoff. The program will restore the natural hydrology of the project site by encouraging infiltration, evaporation, and transpiration; and by reducing runoff volumes and rates to pre-developed values. Reducing the carbon footprint by introducing plant material in this man-made landscape. The project will reduce energy consumption by removing storm-water from energy-intensive treatment plant technologies and it will use all passive energy techniques driven by gravity and the sun. Also includes the construction of Bio-Retention Beds located at both parking lots. This project will be tax-exempt and open shop. W/M/DBE participation is encouraged. Bids will be due 6/16/2020 at 2:00 PM. Walkthrough will be held on Friday June 10 at 9:00AM. For further information about the project, please contact Maz at mdesougi@brdconstruction.com or (716) 847-0042 Ext. 13 To be included on the Bid Invitation which will be sent to all interested parties through BRD’s Bidding Software Procore, please email Jennifer Tober at jtober@brdconstruction.
EMPLOYMENT
Family2Family Support Specialist
Provide resources and support to those Affected by someone else’s addiction. Positions available in both Erie and Niagara County. Min exp. Of 3 yrs. Resume and cover letter to WNYIL, INC 3108 Main St Buffalo NY 14214 employment@wnyil.org EEOC
Housing Specialist (Temporary)
Assist individuals to apply & navigate Programs offered through Independent Living. Associate degree req. Resume and cover letter to WNYIL, INC 3108 Main St Buffalo NY 14214 employment@wnyil.org EEOC
NY Connects Independent Living Outreach Specialist
Help connect aging or disabled individuals and their Families to support groups and streamline access to Public benefits and application assistance. Asso. degree and human services exp. req. Resume and cover letter to WNYIL, Inc 3108 Main St Buffalo, NY, 14214 employment@wnyil.org EEOC
Stakeholder Meeting: At the podium, Jabril Shareef and his wife
Ellen standing beside him. Street Legacy Photo/Darvin Adams C&R Housing Making History on Pratt St.
C&R Housing recently hosted a Community Stakeholder meeting to unveil their ‘Historic Adaptive Reuse Project’ plans to the public.The vision for the 93,000 square foot building is a bold project that includes the beautification and preservation of the historic Ellicott District and surrounding areas. The commercial/industrial space sits on 1.43 acres and is currently located less than five miles from the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, Roswell Park, Canalside, the Inner and Outer Harbor, Larkinville, the Historic Underground Railroad, Black Musicians Club, Jesse Nash House and many other downtown historic landmarks and nightlife. 230 Pratt is within mere walking distance from the Michigan Street Corridor.. From providing housing and construction services in the 1980’s, to the current FREE weatherization and energy efficiency assistance services they currently offer, the Shareefs have shown they are dedicated to serving the community. This venture includes plans for apartments, storefronts and office space for upcoming small-local businesses, creating opportunities for financial growth in the inner city. Mr. and Mrs. Jabril and Ellen Shareef would like to thank all who supported this venture. Among the notable attendees were, Rev. Mark Blue, India Walton, Marcus Brooks, Tyra Johnson-Hux, Michael Alexander, as well the Offices of Crystal Peoples-Stokes, Brian Higgins and Tim Kennedy.
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Stop DOCCS’s Attempt to Ban Family and Friends from Sending Packages to Incarcerted Loved Ones!
Family and friends opposed to DOCCS’s attempt to ban them from sending packages must immediately contact NY Governor Kathy Hochul and demand that this ban be blocked as it was in 2017 under Governor Andrew Cuomo.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
FRI. JUNE 10
The State of the Black Family 2022 at 1423 Fillmore Avenue from 4-7 p.m. Topic: “Education: Where Are We? What Are The Next Steps? What Will We Look Like Next Year?”
SAT. JUNE 11
March For Our Lives will be on June 11th at 10:30am to noon. Assemble at Jefferson Avenue & Glenwood, continue down Jefferson to Riley for a celebration of life.
SUN. JUNE 12
Mother’s & Daughter’s Dignity Sunday Buffet Brunch 2-4 p.m., Main events Banquet Hall, 1420 Main Street. $15 meal ticket. Guests Jerome Williams and Deborah L. Robinson. (716)544-6160 to register.
SUN. JUNE 12
Race Unity Day Picnic : Sponsored by The Bahá’í Community Noon to 5 p.m., Ellicott Creek Park, Pavilion 14,Music, Food, Games, Discussions, Everyone welcome Call (716) 908-6535 for reservations.
MON. JUNE 13
Hustle For Health Urban Line Dance Fitness at Gloria Parks C enter, 3242 Main St. 12 noon - 1p.m FREE ages55+ (716)832-1010 or HusteforHeath.com
Salsa In The Park Summer Latin Dance w/ “Salsa” Sarah Haykel and Jerome Williams, 6:30-9 p.m. Rose Gardens Pavilion at Marcy Casino Delaware Park, Lincoln Parkway. $10 includes lessons and dance social to follow.
TUES. JUNE14
Free Line Dance Class every Tuesday 11AM-12PM @ at Dorothy J. Collier Community Center, 118 E. Utica. CALL 882-060.
WED. JUNE 15
Hustle For Health Urban Line Dance Fitness at Gloria Parks C enter, 3242 Main St. 11a.m.-12 noon FREE ages55+ (716)832-1010 or HusteforHeath.com
Help Prepare MLK PARK for the Juneteenth Festival! Join the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy in cleaning up MLK Park to help prepare for the Juneteenth Festival June 15 at 3pm at the MLK plaza near the monument
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