Challenger Community News January 24 2018

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2018 Rochester Black Men Achieve Award Winners Page 2

Korey Green’s “The Blackness Project” An Important Film In Difficult Times Page 10

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Byron C. Lockwood Named Interim Police Commissioner Page 3

The Black Women Factor in the 2018 Women’s March Page 11

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Rochester Black Men Achieve Award Winners Honored at Sold Out Gala!

Impressive young men pose at gala.

Man of the Year: Dr. Leonard Brock

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Future Man of the Year: Jeremiah West and Joshua

hugely successful Rochester Black Men Achieve Awards was held this past Saturday and the first black tie gala was a sold out event!

Celebrating men of color and organizations whose outstanding work best served the local African-American community, it took place at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. The competitive awards were divided into 26 categories recognizing individuals and/or organizations within Business, Education, Government, Entertainment, Public Service, Non-profit, and community service.

One young nominee nominee for "visual artist of the year" had to say about the impressive gathering: "I think the Rochester community is a lot more positive than people may think. Everybody came together looking nice. I just really feel like black excellence is in the room right now. And I'm just proud to be a part of this and what's going on right now," said Chris Cardwell from GoodKnews Photography.

President and founder of the Rochester Black Men Achieve Awards Jermayne Meyers said it was all about brotherhood.

"Brotherhood. It's about building brotherhood in the City of Rochester," he said. "Our Black men and our young boys, they need help. It takes a village to raise a child, so we're asking the brothers to come together so that they can bring change and help our young men succeed. " Myers added that it is the hope that the message will spread and inspire other men to contribute to uplifting local youth.

“They need help, and it takes village to raise a child so we’re asking all the brothers to come together so that we can come together and help our young men succeed,” said Myers.

Following are the winners of this years prestigious awards: Man of the Year: Dr. Leonard Brock; Exec. Dir., Rochester Anti-Poverty Initiative

Charles Price Community Policeman of the Year: Moses Robinson; RPD

Future Man of the Year: Jeremiah West and Joshua West

Firefighter of the Year: Ernest Flagler-Mitchell, RFD

Entertainer of the Year: Grand Tone Musician of the Year: Jimmie Highsmith, Jr.

Distinguished Health Professional of the Year: Lee Davis; EazyWork Fitness

Visual Artist of the Year: Christopher Cardwell

Distinguished Educator of the Year: Cory Johnson; RCSD Leadership Academy

Outstanding Literary Work: Men’s Daily Affirmations: 21 Days of Affirmation; Kareem Hayes

Distinguished School Leader of the Year: Walter Larkin Jr.; Principal, Edison Tech High School

Sportsman of the Year: Willie Monroe; Jr., Boxer

Distinguished Lawyer of the Year: Judge Stephen T. Miller, Rochester City Court

Outstanding News and Media Programming of the Year: Wake-Up Club; 103.9 WDKX Radio Station Outstanding Journalist or News/Media Host of the Year:Richard McCollough; President of RABJ and Mirusmedia Distinguished Public Service Servant of the Year: Adam McFadden; Councilmember, City of Rochester

The Bishop Gregory L. Parris Inspirational Leader of the Year: Melvin Cross, Jr.; Pastor, Glory House International Church Civil & Human Rights Activist of the Year: Demond Meeks; CBTU Community Leader of the Year: Leonard Brock; Executive Director, RAMPI

Distinguished Brother of the Year: Demond Meeks (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.)

Outstanding Executive and/ or Entrepreneur of the Year: James Norman, President Action For A Better Community

Outstanding Men’s Program: Operation Transformation Rochester: City of Rochester Outstanding Youth Program: Boys and Girls Club of Rochester

Outstanding Community Organization of the Year Action for a Better Community Distinguished Fraternal Order Organization of the Year: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; Eta Rho Lambda Chapter Outstanding Business of the Year: City of Rochester

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Byron Lockwood, Named Interim Police Commissioner for City of Buffalo

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NEW APPOINTMENTS: Mayor Byron W. Brown (center) recently announced that the Buffalo Common Council has approved his appointments of Vincent Muscarella (right) as Commissioner of the City of Buffalo Fire Department (BFD) and Otis T. Barker, Sr. (left) as the Commissioner of the City of Buffalo Department of Community Services and Recreational Programming. He also announced that the Common Council approved the reappointments of the Department heads that require confirmation. They are as follows: Timothy A. Ball, Corporation Counsel; James Comerford, Commissioner of Permits and Inspections Services; Donna J. Estrich, Commissioner of Administration, Finance Policy and Urban Affairs; Kevin Helfer, Commissioner of Parking; Gladys Herndon-Hill, Commissioner of Human Resources; and Steven J. Stepniak, Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Streets.

Block Club Leaders Public Speaking Workshop A free public speaking workshop for block club leaders will be held on Wednesday, January 24 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the CAO Masten Resource Center, 1423 Fillmore Ave. The event is sponsored by the Community Action Organization of WNY Masen Center and the Board of Block Clubs of Buffalo. To RSVP call Duncan Kirkwood, Community Crisis Specialist for Block Clubs at 716-308-0506.

D.A.D.S. Program Youth Breakfast The DADS Program (which stands for Dads Anointed Delivering Sons), will host an Honorary Youth Breakfast where five students will receive awards. The breakfast will be held on Saturday, January 27 at Mt. Aaron Missionary Baptist Church, 540 Genesee Street where the Pastor is Dwayne Jones. For more information contact Dwayne Ferguson at (716)563-1834.

Vex Robotics Competition at Central Library The Vex Robotics competition scheduled for Saturday January 27th 8:30am – 2:30pm is open to Elementary and Middle school students. Students will be immersed in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) through the excitement of robots. Teams of two or more can sign up. $25 to enter. Doors open at 8am and registration begins at 9am sharp at Buffalo Downtown Public Library, 1 Lafayette Square .Contact Daniel Troy if you are interested in being a judge or for more info on signing up for the competition via emaildaniel@idesign.com or phone 1-877-730-4770 EXT. 216 to register.

eputy Police Commissioner Byron C. Lockwood was named interim police commissioner for the City of Buffalo by Mayor Byron Brown last Wednesday (Jan. 17) following the abrupt resignation by Commissioner Daniel Derenda.

Brown, in a press statement, expressed “full confidence” in Lockwood and praised his integrity and hard work in a “distinguished career in law enforcement.”

“I have full confidence that in the coming months that he will continue to build strong relations between the community and police officers, bringing innovative ideas and creative policing tactics to the Department,” said Brown.

In order for interim Commissioner Lockwood to become the next Police Commissioner Mayor Brown has to submit his name to the Buffalo Common Council for confirmation at some point within 180 days.

Mr. Lockwood has already expressed plans to introduce initiatives to cut crime and strengthen police/community ties.

- Community RootsLockwood, 59, was raised on the east side of Buffalo in the Ellicott Mall Housing

Projects and was educated in the Buffalo Public School system. A graduate of East High School, he holds a liberal arts associate degree from Erie Community College.

He is a 34 year veteran of the Buffalo Police Department. He joined the force as a police officer in 1984 and rose through the ranks to detective, followed by detective sergeant where served in the Intelligence Unit, Street Crime Unit, Narcotics, Vice and Homicide. In 2010 he was appointed to the position of First Deputy Commissioner of Police.

As Deputy Police Commissioner, Lockwood has a strong track record in fighting crime, making neighborhoods safer, and deepening bonds between police and the community, by continuing to revolutionize community-based policing. Since 2006, Buffalo saw a 40% reduction in overall crime, the removal of over 15,500 illegal guns and the installation of over 230 police surveillance cameras in neighborhoods citywide. He's played a major role in numerous collaborative efforts with other law enforcement agencies and partnerships, like Buffalo Peacemakers. He has also helped to re-establish

Lenora Foote Beavers Announces Candidacy for Buffalo City Court

City Court Judge McLeod Announces Run for Re-Election

Judge Givens Announces Candidacy for County Court

Lenora Foote Beavers, a respected leader in the legal profession, has announce her candidacy for Buffalo City Court Judge.

"I have proven my commitment to Buffalo and the community and would be an excellent addition to Buffalo City Court," she stated.

She lists as her achievements and experience: •Prior Judicial Experience as

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McLeod has announced that he will be seeking re-election to the Buffalo City Court bench this year. He currently serves as a Buffalo City Court Judge, and by appointment of the Administrative Justice for the Unified Court system, as an Acting Erie County Court Judge, making him the first

City Court Judge Debra Givens will run for an open seat on the Erie County Court bench in this fall's race. A native Buffalonian, Judge Givens has been twice elected to the Buffalo City Court bench where she has presided since 2003 after being appointed by Mayor Anthony M. Masiello. Prior to her election Givens served as an Erie County Family Court

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community policing to improve dialogue between the community and police officers, with monthly community meetings held at each District with the Chief, as well as an ongoing. bi-weekly conversation with the Concerned Clergy Coalition of WNY. Lockwood also spearheads the "Active Shooter Presentation" at local churches and schools to help teach the public "what to do" in the event of such an emergency.

He served as president of the Afro-American Police Association of Buffalo from 1993 to 1997 "I would like to thank Continued Page 10

Africa is Not a S#it Hole Country Africa is a vast continent of about 900 million people in 54 independent countries.

It has a total area of over 30 million square kilometers, about three-and-a-half times the size of the United States and 10 times the size of India. It is the second largest continent in the world after Asia. To get an idea of the shear enormity of the African continent , it covers the same surface as 13 countries - including the United States, China, UK and India - and the whole of Eastern Europe.

Africa is rich in mineral and natural resources with large parts of its terrain teeming with wild life and magnificent plant life. It possesses 99 percent of the world's chrome resources, 85 percent of its platinum, 70 percent of its tantalite, 68 percent of its cobalt, and 54 percent of its gold, among others. It has significant oil and gas reserves. Nigeria and Libya are two of the leading oil producing countries in the world. Further, Africa is the home to timber, diamonds, and bauxite deposits. Additional natural resources include , nickel, water, copper, coal, tobacco and tea.

The most famous ancient kingdom, of course, is Egypt, which existed in one form or another, from roughly 3,150 to 332 B.C.E. Carthage is also well-known due to its wars with Rome, but there were numerous other ancient kingdoms and empires, including Kush-Meroe in present-day Sudan and Axum in Ethiopia, each of which lasted for over 1,000 years.

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hite supremacists in the United States killed more than twice as many people in 2017 as they did the year before, and were responsible for far more murders than domestic Islamic extremists, helping make 2017 the fifth deadliest year on record for extremist violence in America, a new report states.

The report, “Murder and Extremism in the United States in 2017,” published recently by the Anti-Defamation League’s Center on Extremism, said extremists killed 34 people last year. Twenty of those victims — or 59 percent — were killed by right-wing extremists, a designation that includes White supremacists, members of the so-called “alt-right” and “alt-lite,” and members of the anti-government militia movement.

The horror of right-wing extremism gained national attention in August, when more than a thousand White supremacists held a large rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. The assorted racists and fascists, emboldened by President Donald Trump’s election, weren’t ashamed to show their faces, nor did they shy away from violence. At the end of the rally, James Alex Fields Jr., a member of the far-right extremist group Vanguard America, allegedly drove his car into a crowd of protesters, injuring 19 people and killing 32-year-old Heather Heyer.

Earlier that year in May, a right-wing extremist named Jeremy Christian allegedly stabbed two men to death aboard a train in Portland, Oregon, as they tried to stop Christian from harassing two teenage girls, one of whom was Black and one of whom wore hijab.

Also in May, a University of Maryland student named Sean Urbanski, who belonged to a bigoted Facebook group called “Alt-Reich Nation,” fatally stabbed Richard W. Collins III, an AfricanAmerican student at Bowie State University in a racially motivated murder.

In March, a White supremacist from Maryland named James Harris Jackson, who frequented the alt-right website The Daily Stormer, traveled to New York to kill Black men. Using a sword, he fatally stabbed a 66-year-old Black man named Timothy Caughman in midtown Manhattan.

He then turned himself into police.

Moreover, the ADL noted, the deaths described in its report represent “the tip of a pyramid of extremist violence and crime in the United States; for each person actually killed by an extremist, many more are wounded or injured in attempted murders and assaults.”

Recently, Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) said in a tweet that Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen “failed to mention” the threat of domestic terror by White supremacists during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing that day.

"It is deeply troubling that when talking about threats to our nation, Secretary Nielsen failed to mention a report that talks about some of the most rampant terror attacks that face our nation — domestic acts of terror, including White supremacist extremists.

The Trump administration last year revoked federal funding for a program aimed at de-radicalizing neo-Nazis.

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HEALTH MATTERS

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Urban Family Practice Health Center Now Open on Jefferson Avenue!

Urban Family Practice opened its second location Monday (Jan. 22) at 1315 Jefferson Avenue, at the site of the former UB Family Medicine Clinic in the Jefferson Plaza at Jefferson and East Utica.

The opening of Jefferson Family Practice could not come at a better time. Along with the closure of UB Family Medicine’s Jefferson site last June, Lifetime Health has also shuttered its doors, including its William E. Moser Health Clinic, a large medical center also located on the East Side.

According to Dr. Chet Fox , who runs the Jefferson Avenue facility, the closing of the Mosher Clinic means another 5,000 to 7,000 patients are looking for a primary care doctor. Urban Family Practice will absorb as many of those patients as it can. Dr. Chet Fox, a former professor at the State University New York at Buffalo Medical School, and a champion for the East Side practice.

“Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr. Raul Vazquez immediately swept in to save (the Jefferson family practice office) because he’s just got a heart for helping people in the community,” said Dr. Fox. “I’m excited that we can do this for the community, I’m excited that we can restore primary care, and that we can do it in a way that we’re building the care model of the future continued Dr. Fox. “It’s about value, but it’s about quality at the most efficient cost – it’s about doing the right thing for the right person at the right time.”

Jefferson Urban Family Practice is located at 1315 Jefferson Avenue at East Utica. To schedule an appointment, please call (716) 332-3797. For more information about Urban Family Practice, visit www.urbanfamilypractice.com

“Once In A Blue Moon” Super Blue Blood-Moon 2018 On January 31 the full moon will not only be super, it will be a blue moon and a blood moon.

The Jan. 31 “super blue blood moon “is special for three reasons: it’s the third in a series of “supermoons,” when the Moon is closer to Earth in its orbit -- known as perigee -- and about 14 percent brighter than usual. It’s also the second full moon of the month, commonly known as a “blue moon.” The super blue moon will pass through Earth’s shadow to give viewers in the right location a total lunar eclipse. While the Moon is in the Earth’s shadow it will take on a reddish tint, known as a “blood moon.”

For the (continental) U.S., the viewing will be best in the West, For viewers in New York or Washington, D.C., the Moon will enter the outer part of Earth’s shadow at 5:51 a.m., but it won’t be all that noticeable. The darker part of Earth’s shadow will begin to blanket part of the Moon with a reddish tint at 6:48 a.m. EST, but the Moon will set less than a half-hour later. “So your best opportunity if you live in the East is to head outside about 6:45 a.m. and get to a high place to watch the start of the eclipse—make sure you have a clear line of sight to the horizon in the west-northwest, opposite from where the Sun will rise,” said Johnston.

If you’re not able to view the Jan. 31 eclipse in your area, a live feed will be offered on NASA TV and NASA.gov/live. And you can follow the eclipse on @NASAMoon.

The last time all three events lined up this perfectly was more than 150 years ago. According to the Canon of Lunar Eclipses, the last time humans saw a total eclipse of a blue moon was 31 March 1866.

-Astrological ‘Food for Thought’A full moon lunar eclipse especially like the upcoming one on Jan. 31 is known to show you a person's true character. This can be difficult, as it's always a toss-up about whether or not you're going to like what you see. That said, with the super blue blood moon lunar eclipse in the prideful sign of expressive Leo, you could very likely have a light shining on your own true colors, and that will surely have a positive effect, because this awareness can only lead to growth.

In general Lunar eclipses are more emotional, for they bring on final endings.They often make us aware of the passage of time, and make us sentimental. A full moon lunar eclipse is almost always an emotional time. Memories and dreams come up to the surface, and sometimes we feel sentimental.

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Assemblymember PeoplesGet On The Bus To Washington, Stokes to Speak Black Veterans DC. With New Covenant !

Event at Calvary C.M.E. Church

New Covenant United Church of Christ is sponsoring a Bus Trip to Washington, DC on Thursday, May 10-Saturday, May 12, 2018.

The Christian Education Ministry of Calvary C.M.E. Buffalo,1007 Ellicott Street, invites the community to join them as they honor local African American Veterans during their African American History Celebration. The theme is: "African Americas in Times Of War," on Thursday, February, 8 at 6 p.m. Assemblymember Crystal Peoples-Stokes, will be the guest speaker.

The first 40 veterans will receive a special gift.

Hon. Peoples-Stokes The Rev. Brandon K. Baum, is pastor.

Also, come and see a newly - built replica of a solitary confinement cell (23-hour/day home of 4,000 New Yorkers). Hear experiences of survivors of solitary, including Jerome Wright, statewide organizer of the Campaign.

Spend time in the cell to get the feeling of being in solitary.

Learn about this abuse of human rights. Help stop it!

GIVE GOD THE GLORY...

The trip will feature the National Museum of African American History and Culture and other sites such as the US Holocaust Memorial Museum, Lincoln, Vietnam & the Korean Memorials, Arlington National Cemetery, Marines Corp War Memorial, Tour the Jefferson, FDR & the World War II Memorials, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, Tour of Capitol Hill, and the MLK Jr. Memorial.

The package includes: Coach Transportation, two nights lodging with indoor pool, two breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners, a licensed DC guide for three days, all admissions/sightseeing listed in the itinerary are included and all taxes and gratuity. Prices: Quad - $379/pp, Triple - $403/pp, Double - $451/pp The payment schedule is as follows: 1st Payment - non-refundable deposit - $150 due January 15th 2nd Payment - $125 due on or before Sunday, February 11th Final Payment due on or before Sunday, March 25th *Cancellation Insurance - $50/pp-must be paid with initial deposit For more information contact Deacon Dr. Theresa A. Harris-Tigg for Registration and add'l information at 716-465-3993; or call New Covenant UCC, 459 Clinton St., Buffalo, NY 14209 at 716-8563392.

“Repositioning the Body of Christ” Zion Missionary Baptist Church Announces January Prayer/Fasting Gathering Dates Zion Missionary BaptistChurch is once again hosting the “Repositioning the Body of Christ Through Prayer and Fasting” Monday morning altar prayer for the month of January.

Please join us every Monday at 6 a.m.: Monday January 29 For more information contact the church office at 8861362.

Rev C.M. Jenkins II is Host Pastor.

Andre V. Green

Services Held for Andre V. Green Services were held at Lombardo funeral Home for Andre V. Green who made his transition on January 3, 2018.

“For everything there is an appointed season and a time for everything under heaven…a time for sharing…a time for caring…a time for loving…a time for giving…a time for remembering…a

time for parting…”

We’ve come this far by faith, leaning on the LORD. Trusting in His Holy Word, He never failed me yet!

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"OPEN MIC in BLACK and WHITE"By "GOODNE$$" Profile: NIEMA ERVING

Ladies and Gentlemen - Kings & Queens, it's great to have you back on the scene in 2018. By now y'all already know what to do - put your hands together {clap} and please help me welcome to the page (stage) as I introduce to you, my latest feature Ms. Simone Green Niema Erving !!!!

"Goodness" It’s a change from our normal artist profile. Niema is indeed an artist –but of the culinary kind! I call her a “Food Sculpting - Culinary Artist!”

Born and raised in Buffalo, NY Niema Erving is a 42 year old mother of three daughters ; Zareya 19, Desyre 13, and Jerrica 10 . A graduate of South Park HS, class of 93' .. during her years in high school Niema attended BVTC {East HS} and received a temporary license in cosmology. It was always Niema's thought of going into the hair business, but God had other plans. In March of 99' Ms. Erving landed her first cooking job at The Main Post Office (1200 William St.) . It Was there during her 4 year tenure that she learned how to make pizza, chicken wings and a wide variety of other foods .

In April of 2003' she was presented with the opportunity to secure a position as The Morning cook for Villa Marie Convent (600 Doat St.) where she became the breakfast/lunch cook for almost 13 years. She started out feeding 185 people per

day, which equates to 160 Nuns and 25 staff members .. It was within that time frame that she acquired much more extensive cooking skills and leaned how to prepare soups, entrees, desserts, breads - ALL homemade. The Sisters were very strict on how they wanted things to be made . Everything was "Old School" and made from scratch. Over the years Niema mastered her skills and even started making her own pizza dough on days they'd serve pizza . That experience also familiarized her with Polish cuisine .

Niema eventually felt as though she'd outgrown her job and wanted to do more, so she dabbled in catering on the side .

On September 4, 2015' she officially created her own business "A Great Plate Catering.” Stepping out on faith, she quit her job three months later to focus primarily on her newly formed business.

In June of 2016', with the business, still fairly new, she didn’t have many customers and money was running short so she decided to go back into the workforce in order to keep the bills paid. Next stop - Delaware North at New Era Field for the Buffalo Bills in July 2016'. It Was under the tutelage of Chef Scott Williams {supervisor} and Chef Rose that allowed Niema to enhance her skills even more, and being able to feed the players was an amazing experience. Once Football season was over workers were laid. Ms. Erving's last day was January 4th, 2017.' During her layoff she went to work for the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo cooking for the Priests.

It wasn't until May of last year ' that Niema decided to sell her homemade pizzas and just like that her business SKYROCKETED and TOOK OFF. Her pizza and wings quickly became well Known all around Buffalo. The success of her pizza and wings catapulted Niema's catering services into full bloom .. It was one of those "WHO KNEW" moments, but she's been

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going strong ever since ..Niema says she can remember a time where she had to advertise daily just to seek out customers via social media, now she doesn't have to do that anymore .. Customers are always looking for her, and she now has more customers than she can handle Niema thanks God for the success of her business and for being able to walk in her calling to fulfill her purpose .

2017' was an AWESOME year, but 2018' is going to be even GREATER! In closing, I asked Ms. Erving who her toughest critic was and her reply was indeed herself !

Follow Niema Erving who I've dubbed the highly gifted "Food Sculpting - Culinary Artist" on her social media platforms; Facebook - Niema Erving and A Great Plate Catering .. on Instagram: @ Niema and one of agreatplatecatering .. lipliner5@gmail. her tasty creations. com and (716) 563 - 7556 ..

If You or someone you know would like to be a feature please submit a photo, short bio, contact information, and an original poem/song, links for audio or visual, any social media platforms to: shawndrell03@gmail.com .. in subject put; open mic in black and white ... Thank you for your time and attention, hope you've enjoyed what you've read/heard, be sure to catch me again soon to see which artist had the last word.

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Entertainment

on stage *COREY HOLCOMB. Helium Comedy Club Friday, January 26 •7:30 PM & 10 PM Saturday, January 27 • 7 PM & 9:15 PM Sunday, January 28 • 7 PM Helium Comedy Club, 30 Mississippi Street•853-1211 *Chaka Khan Sat., Jan. 27 @ Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino Event Center .

Spoken Word and Poetry Reading by Brother Taharka

A spoken word presentation and poetry reading by Brother Taharka, “Just Another Brother in the Struggle,” will take place on Thursday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Frank E Merriweather Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue.

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REVIEW

Swinging Back In Time With Byron Stripling

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udience members took a magical trip back in time to the glorious nights of the legendary Cotton Club and The Savoy Ballroom when venerable trumpeter Byron Stripling visited Kleinhan's last Friday as part of the Key B a n k Pops Series.

The evening was billed as Matt “Byron BAUER Stripling Swings With Duke And Ella” and in addition to Stripling's tonal dexterity and the BPO's distinguished musicianship, the program also featured vocalist Carmen Bradford and Tony-nominated tap dancer Ted Louis Levy. There was an engaging rapport between

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the three performers and the orchestra as the effervescent African-American cool of the jazz age was conjured.

And as a former member of The Count Basie Orchestra, cool is something that the 56-year old Stripling indeed knows about. His infectious swagger (often undercut with self-deprecating banter with Levy) proved infectious and his trumpet-work, most nota-

bly on a gorgeous “St. Louis Blues” was virtuosic. Vocally, Stripling impressed as well, channeling the late-Cab Calloway's “Minnie The Moocher” replete with audience participation.

Having worked with James Brown, Nancy Wilson and George Benson among others, Carmen Bradford's vocals following a tasteful, indigo intro from Stripling on “I Can't

Give You Anything But Love” were appropriately soaring.

Ted Louis Levy was another key component of the evening, reminding audience members (which included Buffalo piano legend George Caldwell) of the remarkable footwork of Sammy Davis Jr. and the Hines Brothers, bringing some suave “downtown flow” to the proceedings with a terrific tap dance for “Smile Darn Ya.” Even members of the BPO were compelled to bust a few steps at his behest--in their seats, of course!

While Duke, Ella, Fats and Count Basie now perform at that great nightclub in the sky, they've left a legacy that will last forever. This was truly apparent during this heartfelt and remarkable tribute.

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Kevin Powell

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Thursday, February 8, 2018 7:00-9:00pm Burchfield Penney Art Center

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Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

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evin Powell is one of America’s leading voices in these early years of the 21st century. He has lectured and performed humanitarian and civil rights work in America, and internationally. As an award-winning writer Kevin is the author/ editor of 11 books, including his latest, Barack Obama, Ronald Reagan, and The Ghost of Dr. King, a collection of blogs and essays that explore the politics and culture of America in the era of President Obama. Kevin’s writings have appeared in a range of publications, including Newsweek, The Washington Post, CNN.com, Ebony, Essence, Esquire, Rolling Stone, The Huffington Post, and Vibe, where he worked for several years as a senior writer.

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Skeleton Crew Currently on stage at the Paul Robeson Theatre is Skeleton Crew by Dominique Morisseau and directed by PRT Artistic Director Paulette D. Harris At the start of the Great Recession, one of the last auto stamping plants in Detroit is on shaky ground. Each of the workers has to make choices on how to move forward if their plant goes under. Shanita has to decide how she'll support herself and her unborn child, Faye has to decide how and where she'll live, and Dez has to figure out how to make his ambitious dreams a reality.

Power dynamics shift as their manager Reggie is torn between doing right by his work family, and by the red tape in his office. Powerful and tense, Skeleton Crew is the third of Dominique Morisseau's Detroit cycle trilogy.

The ensemble includes Christina Foster, Julius Land, Phil Davis, Arterist Molson and Verniece Turner.

Skeleton Crew is running now thru February 11th Fridays and Saturdays at 8p.m. and Sunday matinee at 4p.m. with an audience talkback to follow the performance.

For more information call 716-884-2013 or to purchase tickets online, visit www.aaccbuffalo.org and for group information email paulrobesontheatrebuffalo@gmail.com

Protest Signs Matter.

This week we send thank you to all the women from the various communities of Buffalo who showed up and stood up for the lives that matter !

Art On View *Urban Arts Collective exhibition Images of Us By Us now through April 1st at the Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood. Tues. – Sat.10a.m.

-5p.m. Thursday 10a.m.- 8p.m. and Sundays 11a.m.- 4p.m

*Fine Artist Rodney Taylor HOME exhibit now through Feb. 16 t Nina Freudenheim Gallery located 140 North / Hotel Lenox . Tuesday - Friday 10a.m.-5p.m. Thursday & Saturday by Appt. . *Albright Knox Art Gallery 1285 Elmwood Ave., Out of Sight! Art of the Senses & Takashi Murakami: The Deep End of the Carnival in celebration of these two whimsical exhibits (rsvp required) Both on view until Jan 28 More info at albrightknox.org

•Roswell Artists Gallery Artists Are All Around Us: Fruit Belt Artists .

The gallery is located on the East End of the Connector between Scot Bieler Clinical Sciences Center and the Main Hospital. Works up until February

Call For Artist / Artwork

PANTHFRICA – Buffalo Arts Studio in collaboration with the PANTHFRICA collective is seeking all WNY artists / for their Afrofuturism Themed Exhibition in celebration of upcoming Marvel Film Black Panther. Deadline for art submissions: Feb 2 and final Afrofuturism workshop is Friday Jan 27.

Art Exhibition opens Feb 9 – March 3 at Buffalo Arts Studio . For full details go to panthfrica.com or email panthfrica@gmail.com

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Buffalo Screening February 9 at the Burchfield Penney Art Center

JUDGE GIVENS

Award Winning Filmmaker Korey Green's New Film, The Blackness Project, Seeks to Rewrite America's Racial Narrative

hearing examiner. She began her career in the private practice of law as an associate at the law firm of Lipsitz Green Scime Cambria LLP, later joining with attorney John Elmore to form Elmore & Givens. Givens' diverse practice extended through the eight counties of the 8th Judicial District and beyond.

By Jennifer Parker

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he Blackness Project, created by award winning film producer, Korey Green, seeks to rewrite America's racial narrative.

Two years in the making, the much anticipated production is scheduled to launch Friday, February 9, at screening of The Blackness Project will be held at the Burchfield Penney Art Center on the campus of Buffalo State college at 7:30 p.m. followed by a panel discussion Green explains: "I was inspired to develop “The Blackness Project” after watching a similar film called the “Whiteness Project”, a multimedia documentary (produced in 2014), described as an investigation of how Americans identify with being White. Twenty-one Caucasians from Buffalo, New York, talked candidly about their race.

'The film challenged me to open my mind and not simply judge the film by the title, especially without watching it first. I hope people will have the same open mindedness when watching my film.

Although I was taken back by some of the shocking statements, I appreciated the honesty …”

The Blackness Project is a feature length educational documentary about culture and race from the African AmeriKorey Green can perspective.

“With this film we have a desire to inform, share voices that may not have been heard, elevate the power of inclusion, and encourage serious conversations. It is important to know that we do not seek to divide with this project, but to encourage serious conversations that lead to community led solutions," Director Korey Green and Executive Producer Peter Johnson explained in a joint statement.

The film’s narrator is Buffalo's leading urban history academic, Dr. Henry L. Taylor, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning Director, U.B. Center for Urban Studies. Viewers will notice a vintage radio throughout the film in which Dr. Taylor's passionate narration is heard.

To get a deeper understanding regarding the issues addressed in the film, we asked Dr. Taylor to respond to the following questions.

Q:Why do you think the Blackness Project is important?

DR. TAYLOR:These are difficult times for Black America. We are under attack everywhere. Housing is inadequate and often unaffordable. Most Black folks pay over 40% of their income on housing, and we are being pushed out of some of our neighborhoods, such as the Fruit Belt and lower West Side. A lot of people have to work more than one job just to make ends meet, while many others survive on low-wages or don’t have work at all. We have to grapple with police violence and inadequate school, while the very city in which we live is being rebuilt with Whites in mind. Buffalo is rising, but not for Black folks… Happy talk abounds, but not in our neighborhoods.

Black voices are being muted in this period. In this Disney-like world of inclusion and diversity, people don’t want to hear from Black people. They want to hear “one voice” that speaks for the Black, Puerto Rican, Latino, and immigrant community. And they want to talk about our problems through the lens of “inclusion” and “diversity,” not Blackness. In this moment, the Blackness Project reasserts the importance of our voice. It symbolizes our right to be heard, and the importance of understanding our viewpoint on the burning issues impacting our community.

Q:What do you think must be done to improve racial acceptance in America?

DR. TAYLOR:This is not about “racial acceptance.” This has nothing to do with kumbaya. This is about economic, political, social and cultural justice. This is about recognizing that Black people have a “right”—a human right—to a good standard of living and quality of life. We have a right to employment that pays a living wage, quality housing that is affordable, an education that teaches life skills, the history of our ability, and that prepares us for active participation in U.S. life and culture. This means that we must identify friends and enemies and that we must act in our own interests. (1) We have to organize groups and pursue radical agendas that will improve our lives (2) we must develop political consciousness. That is, deepen our understanding Dr Taylor makes a serious point. of our position in the country and the forces that keep us there. (3) Build allies who support our activities and construct a broad united front of people who will fight to improve our plight.

Q: What Can African Americans do?

DR. TAYLOR: Organize around a common agenda and build a broad base of support for it. Storm clouds have gathered, and we need to prepare to fight. No one is going to give us anything, without a demand.

Q: The United States has never been entirely sure what to do about race. What do you think is the main obstacle?

DR. TAYLOR:: Economic egalitarianism is impossible under the racial capitalist system. We have many more people in the United States than good jobs and opportunities. Race capitalism means that “race” is used as the sorter to determine who gets the handful of good jobs and opportunities and who

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Since her tenure began on the City Court bench Judge Givens has been appointed to serve as an acting judge in Erie County Court as well as in Erie County Family Court. does not.

The U.S. has always been clear about race. As the nation moves from one period in history to another, the methods of managing race change. Slavery required one system of race relations, while industrializing America required another. World War II led to a break-up of the colonial world, which required a new system of race relations.

The constant has been Whites – as a group—get the best jobs and opportunities; and Blacks – as a group—get the worse. The other racial groups are typically sandwiched between the White/ Black groups. The new twist is to maintain stable racial ordering, White elites must have Black collaborators—people who will help keep the masses under control. This racial dynamic is new in the American context.

Q: Please comment on the following: Research by scholars suggests that the average white person now feels that anti-white bias is a bigger problem than other forms of racial discrimination.

DR.TAYLOR: Whites have a need to rationalize the racial hierarchy in the United States and deny their possessive investment in whiteness. Whiteness privileges Whites and provides them with protective shields and safety nets in the age of uncertainty. Yet, they feel threatened by Blacks, immigrants of color, and unexpected economic turbulence. “The Blacks and the immigrants want to take what you have” is an acceptable and plausible explanation of their plight. So, they embrace the anti-White bias, rather than flaws in capitalism or corrupt politicians. “Black folks, Latino and immigrants did it,” is easier for them to wrap their heads around.

Tickets for The Blackness Project Film Screening are available at the Burchfield Penney Box Office; $10 - General Admission and $5 Burchfield Penney Members To learn more about the film visit

www.theblacknessproject.org.

BUILD ACADEMY ON THE AIR! Pictured above are some of the students that will be guests on WUFO 96.5 FM The Truth and Nothing But the Truth Wednesday, January 24. Hosted by Samuel A. Herbert every 4th Wednesday , the show airs from 1-2 p.m. Standing with host Herbert (left) and BUILD Principal Garcia (right) are Muhammad Hussen, Dejane'a Lee, Mykia Harris, Jamere Davis, and Joshua Brener. Don't miss it! Tune in and hear what the children have to say about life and their every day experiences in school. "Out of the mouths of babes!"

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a Family Court Magistrate For 10 Years •Prior Housing Court Attorney and Assistant Corporation Counsel •Adjunct Instructor at ECC and Hilbert College •Past President of the Minority Bar Association of WNY •Past President of the UB Law School Alumni Association •More than 20 Years of Service to Various Community Organizations in Buffalo and WNY She is the recipient of ore than 20 awards of Distinction.

Ms. Foote holds the following degrees: Juris Doctorate Degree from UB Law School, Bachelor of Arts Degree from Canisius College, and an Associate’s Degree from ECC

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American male to serve and sit in the County Court.

"During my tenure on the bench, not only have I handled thousands of criminal and civil matters, I created the concept -of the first Young adult Court in Western New York, dealing specifically with 16, 17 and 18 year old young adults who unfortunately entered the criminal justice system," stated Judge McLeod.

First elected to the Court in 1998, and re-elected in 2009, he has been committed to dispensing tough but fair justice.

Additionally, while serving in both Courts, he has given thousands of volunteer hours, working with community and religious leaders addressing issues that have impacted the City of Buffalo. " I will once again be seeking the endorsement of the Erie County Democratic Committee and others as I campaign throughout the year," he said.

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Mayor Brown for the opportunity to lead what I feel is one of the finest police departments in the country," said Lockwood.

"Policing is a noble profession, a profession that I have dedicated my life to, and I'm humbled by this awesome responsibility to continue to serve the people of Buffalo as Interim Police Commissioner."

Lockwood has received a number of awards including a Lifetime Achievement Award in Law Enforcement from Medaille College. He resides in Buffalo. Lockwood works with and helps support youth organizations. He is a proud sponsor of the WNY Bills Little League Football Organization. He visits schools to speak to youth about his career in law enforcement and encourages them to consider becoming Police Officers.

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My Issue is Yours; Yours is Mine

WOMEN POWER! Local artists Valeria Cray (right front) , Drea D'Nur (center sunglasses) Lincoln Memorial First Lady Daun Nicholas (left) and others joined mayoral first lady Michelle Brown (2nd from left) on the steps of City Hall during last weekend's Women's March.

The Black Women Factor In The Women’s March 2018 Women turned out in huge crowds across the nation for the 2018 Women’s March on Sunday. Buffalo was no exception. And the participation of African American women locally and across the nation was impressive; much more so than last year Newsweek, reporting from Las Vegas, noted that Black women were touted as the next powerhouse force in American politics— and that the Women's March wants to help them be front and center in 2018 and beyond.

Speakers at this year's "Power to the Polls" event on Sunday Vegas gave special attention to women of color and Black women especially, whose contributions to the feminist movement they said have been ignored and pushed to the side for too long.

"This march is being led by women of color," Nina Turner, the president of Our Revolution, a Democratic political action organization, told a roaring crowd. "But...let me put a special message out to black women: Don't let anyone make you feel marginalized.

If you feel you aren't getting the respect you deserve, do what [Congresswoman] Shirley Chisholm did—don't just bring your own seat, kick down the door."

Women's March co-chair Carmen Perez put out a similar call to action, focusing on White women's responsibility to create space for people of color within the movement and in the political arena.

"If you don't see your community at the table, make sure to pull up a chair," Perez said. "And if you're White, scootch your chair over a little. Make room for us."

This emphasis on Black women arrives amid ongoing conversations about the inclusiveness of the Women's March, which some have charged with centering whiteness.

Members of Black Lives Matter: Cincinnati announced ahead of the weekend's "Power to the Polls" events that many would not attend their local Women's March because they found the call to get out and vote excluding of black communities. They'd asked the march to change its slogan from "Hear our vote!" to "Hear our voice!" When the local march's organizers refused, the Black Lives Matter chapter announced it would hold its own event on Saturday, in lieu of the march.

Black women who attended Sunday's Las Vegas event expressed a certain wariness of white women, but felt strongly about coming to the Women's March and being part of the growing movement it's inspired.

"You have to inject yourself into the process and be there in order to be heard," Denise Jackson, a 66-year-old clad in a pink pussy hat, said while she was waiting in line for a hot chocolate

“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

This past weekend marked the one-year anniversary of Donald Trump’s inauguration. Not celebrating this administration, women, men, and children participated in Anti-Trump marches that marked the one-year anniversary of the “Women’s March” that took place in Washington, DC following Trump’s swearing-in last year. On Sunday, January 21 this year, hundreds of thousands showed up in NYC, Las Vegas, Palm Beach, Paris, London, and downtown Buffalo with signs and chants expressing Anti-Trump sentiments and more.

Karima BaBa and I were there. I spoke briefly in front of the Erie County Holding Center, AMIN stressing the importance of being a voice for the voiceless. BaBa carried a “Restorative Justice” sign and spoke at length with several individuals who asked about his interest in the principles of this healing practice. I don’t know how many participated in the Buffalo march but my guess is ten thousand. This was a spectacular event that brought, all races, ages, genders, and faiths together. As the marchers flowed from City Hall, to the Holding Center, to Main Street, it was obvious that our issues are varied but, no doubt inter-connected. Advocates espoused women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, and rights for seniors and veterans. Some reminded us about DACA and the Dreamers and Immigrants. While there were signs highlighting Unity and Democracy the key word seemed to be Justice.

“Justice for all” is an oft-repeated phrase that isn’t always fulfilled. Opportunity is what we’re working for. One of my community brothers is well-known for frequently saying, “Working together works.” We have to work together, overcoming the differences and difficulties that keep us apart. I was pleased to be a part of the Women’s March. The weather was a blessing but I would have been there anyway. Seeing and hearing so many people expressing a willingness to work for justice really made me feel good about 2018.

Our next regular meeting, on the last Monday of the month, will take place on Monday, January 29, at the Rafi Green Community Resource Center, 1423 Fillmore Avenue, @ Glenwood in Buffalo, from 7:000-9:00pm. For more information: Karima, 716-834-8438, karima@prp2.org; BaBa, 716-491-5319, g.babaeng@yahoo.com. Our website is: www.prp2.org. at a concession stand. "We have to show up and be there. I don't want to say, 'No one included me.' I want to stand next to you and raise my hand."

Still, others said it's crucial for white women to catch up to black women, who have shown time and time again that they're at the forefront of progressive movements.

In the last year, Black women have been praised for "saving America" with their progressive votes. In 2016, 94 percent of Black women voted for Hillary Clinton, compared to 53 percent of White women for Trump. And last year, 98 percent of the bloc helped Senator Doug Jones (D-Ala.) win a special election in one of the most reliably Republican states in the country.

"It's about what most of these ladies said today," Renee Lewis who traveled from Eastvale, Calif., for the rally, referencing Turner's and Perez's speeches. "Caucasian women need to get on board.

If they're not on board, they're for what's going on in the world today."

The women's movement suffered from overt racist at its very founding. Susan B. Anthony, who led the charge for women to get the right to vote, opposed the same right for blacks, once saying, "I will cut off this right arm of mine before I will ever work or

demand the ballot for the Negro and not the woman."

To this day, the modern feminist movement is still trying to recover from that history, which some say still expose themselves in ugly ways.

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"Tear It Down Committee" Suffering from Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome...

Dear Editor: On the question of replacing the Martin Luther King statue in MLK Park, it seems that the individuals involved in that project unknowingly have an uncomfortable, subconscious cultural disconnect for a Black face.

This dissonance is associated with Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. The thought of tearing down and melting this wonderful work of art by a renowned African American sculptor is mind blowing and gives a chilling definition to the phrase "throwing the baby out with the bathwater." Referring to the "big black head" as a "mistake" is disrespectful to say the least.

Here's an alternative thought for the "tear it down committee": maybe some sort of adornment could be added to the beautiful black head they so strongly detest..

Martin Luther King was a man of peace. How dare any one person or committee suggest violently destroying a sculpture created in his honor?

I'm sorry my brothers and sisters, I not only see the spirit of our beloved Dr. King in the current sculpture, but the artist's symbolic "every Black man" concept as well"; thus making it a beautiful tribute to all of us with eyes to see. roy st. clair

May God Almighty Protect Us...!

My heretofore worry and mistrust of the Trump regime's thought-deficient actions -- have escalated to high-alert fear -following the alarm issued, in Hawaii, for an impending nuclear attack -- which was retracted, as false, a leisurely 45 minutes later.

A few days afterwards, a news report detailed Japan's issuance of a missile atby Kat Massey tack (by North Korea) alarm. It was with withdrawn after brief minutes as false.

The explanation for the US alert was an employee pushed the wrong button.

Japan's provided reason was a "veteran" Emergency Management employee erroneously chose a missile alert option instead of routine drill for the cellphone messages he sent.

Pardon my perpetual questioning nature. Raise your hand if you think any national security warning procedures, for 300 million people, are under the control of lower-rung employees!

(I suspect both were intentional exercises perhaps to gage defense readiness. If so, the delay in Hawaii frighteningly illustrated otherwise.)

Additional very disturbing news media info is Trump's approval -- to allow nuclear methods to address even non-nuclear attacks, such as cyber (hackers) attacks on US infrastructure - is being awaited.

It's heartbreaking to witness the erosion of the nuclear nonproliferation (treaty) movement that gained some previous traction.

Among worldwide countries, some appear to be dissatisfied that the US, figuratively, has a parent role for nuclear armaments (citing the necessity for protection) while they are relegated to a subordinate position without such weapons for the same purpose or labeled as tentative threats.

Bottomline, nuclear engagement by any country would not be a problem solver, but death sentences for countless numbers, a majority that have no say in the destructive actions of a minority, the leadership.

May God Almighty protect us.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for Project Nos. 45261C, 45261-E, 45261-N, comprising separate contracts for Construction Work, Electrical Work and Fire Protection Work, Replace Ceiling Tiles, Tonawanda Indian Community House, 372 Bloomingdale Road, Akron (Genesee 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 Office of Children and Family Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, 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 $24,400 for C, $3,900 for E and $22,000 for N. 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 $500,000 and $1,000,000 for C, between $25,000 and $50,000 for E and between $250,000 and $500,000 for N. Designated staff are Jessica Hoffman, 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) 4740201, fax (518) 486-1650.

The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site will be at 10:00 a.m. on January 25, 2018 at Tonawanda Indian Community House, 372 Bloomingdale Road, Akron, NY. For assistance pertaining to the site visit only, please phone Allyson Youdsavage (716) 937-4200.

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) for Construction and Fire Protection Work. 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.

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Nutter & Co. v. Kelley

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: 721 OSTRANDER ROAD EAST AURORA, NY 14052 Section: 156 Block: 2 Lot: 47.1 INDEX NO. 810259/2017 JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY, Plaintiff, -against- ALICE KELLEY A/K/A ALICE M. KELLEY; if living, and if she/he be dead, 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; MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC D/B/A IN NEW YORK AS MIDLAND FUNDING OF DELAWARE, LLC; MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ''JOHN DOE #1'' through ''JOHN DOE #12,'' the 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 $337,500.00 and interest, recorded on March 10, 2009, in Book 13436 at Page 8839, of the Public Records of ERIE County, New York, covering premises known as 721 OSTRANDER ROAD, EAST AURORA, NY 14052.

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: October 20, 2017 Westbury, New York RAS BORISKIN, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff BY: DANIEL GREENBAUM, ESQ. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 106 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675

NEW BUSINESSES LLC -LEGAL NOTICENOTICE OF FORMATION OF A DOMESTIC LIABILITY COMPANY NAME OF LLC : HESHAM LLC DATE OF FILLING ARTICLES OF INC.: 10/12/2017 OFFICE OF LLC: Buffalo, Erie County New York NY SECRETARY OF STATE has been designated as agent upon whom process may be served.

PURPOSE OF LLC: any lawful purpose permitted for LLC’s under NYS Law DURATION OF LLC: 10/12/2027 Jan. 10,17,24,31 Feb. 7,14

LEGAL NOTICE HSBC v. Cryan SUPREME COURT – COUNTY OF ERIE

HSBC BANK USA, N.A. Plaintiff against MICHAEL CRYAN; SUZANNE CRYAN, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on November 22, 2017.

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Foreclosure Alcove of the Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street, City of Buffalo, N.Y. on the 14th day of February, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. premises described as follows: All that tract or parcel of land, situate in the Town of Amherst ,County of Erie and State of New York, being part of Lot Number thirty-nine (39), Township eleven (11), Range seven (7) of the Holland Land Company’s survey and further distinguished as Subdivision Lon Number seventy (70) as shown on map filed in Erie County Clerk’s Office under Cover Number 1156 and being fiftytwo (52) feet and rear by one hundred thirty-five (135) feet in depth, Darwin, west side, three hundred five and seventy hundredths (305.70) feet south of Kings Highway formerly Elbert Avenue.

Said premises known as 223 Darwin Drive, Amherst, N.Y. 14226.

(Section: 80.10, Block: 17, Lot: 7).

Approximate amount of lien $ 104,315.75 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 800836-15. Katie Harrod, Esq., Referee.

Stern & Eisenberg, PC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff Woodbridge Corporate Plaza 485 B Route 1 South – Suite 330 Iselin, NJ 08830 (732) 582-6344

LEGAL NOTICE BID Scrufari Construction Co. seeking M/WBE/SDVOB subcontractors to quote Rebid Renovate Science Building 15, SUNY Buffalo State College Bid Date: Monday, February 5,2018 and SUNY Buffalo State College, Renovation of Tower 3 Bid Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 EEO Employer - 282-1225

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LEGAL NOTICE Champion Mortgage v. Wright SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS– STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY COURT: COUNTY OF ERIE – CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, against Acea M. Mosey, Erie County Public Administrator as Limited Administrator to the Estate of Norman Wright, Lisa M. Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Norma Jean Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Brandon M. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Jonathan A. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Michael T. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Olivia J. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Rachel E. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Richard A. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick who, was Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Rodney Z. Hardwick, aka Rodney Z. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Reginald W. Hardwick, Jr. as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Deborah D. Mink, as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Deborah Wright Adkins as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Sam Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Havel Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Shirley Ann Jester as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Walter Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Audrey Rucker, as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Arnold Wright as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Crystal Muhammad a/k/a Crystal Mann a/k/a Crystal Clay as Heir to the Estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Sadar Muhammad as Heir to the Estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Tadar Muhammad as as Heir to the Estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Michael Wright as Heir to the Estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Andre Wright as Heir to the Estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, United States of America, United States of America-Internal Revenue Service, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, The People of the State of New York c/o/ Chief Clerk of the City Court of Buffalo, Erie County Department of Social Services, Midland Funding LLC dba in New York as Midland Funding of Delaware LLC, Credit Acceptance Corporation, CACV of Colorado, LLC, Harper’s Auto Service, Inc., Capital One Bank (USA), NA, Capital One Bank, Riverside Federal Credit Union, Erie County Commissioner of Administration and Finance, Asset Acceptance LLC as assignee of GE Capital Sam’s Club; AND Nathan Beard as Heir to the Estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the estate of Norman Wright, Andre Wright as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the estate of Norman Wright, if

living, and if he/she be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally 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 name, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff, Defendants-Index no. 600267/2017. Original Filed: 5-12-2017 Plaintiff designates Erie County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County. 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(s) 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); the United States of America may appear or answer within 60 days of service hereof; 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-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. This Supplemental Summons and Amended Complaint are being filed pursuant to an Order of the Court dated December 11, 2017.

We are attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable Dennis E. Ward, J.S.C. dated December 12, 2017. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 143 Mohican Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14211 located at Section 89.84, Block 1, Lot 23 Pincus Law Group, PLLC, Margaret Burke Tarab, Esq. Attorneys for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza Uniondale, NY 11556, 516 699-8902

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS The University District Community Development Association, Inc. (UDCDA) has been awarded a grant through New York State Homes and Community Renewal’s (HCR) Buffalo Main Streets Initiative (BMSI).

This grant allows us to assist multiple property owners on Bailey Avenue in Buffalo’s University District through the ‘Better on Bailey’ initiative. The UDCDA is assembling a list of general contractors interested in receiving bid opportunities to work with property owners on building renovations.

Renovation work includes but is not limited to health and safety improvements, facade work, brick pointing, roofing, installation of doors and windows, and interior renovations.

Contractors must be able to perform work in compliance with applicable standards, to provide required insurance, licenses & references.

If you are interested in bidding on this project please visit our website: www.udcda.org/baileyrfq or contacting our Community Development Department at 716-832-1010x212. The deadline for submission is February 9, 2018 MWBE and EPA Certified contractors are encouraged to apply. Our agency is required to comply with the Equal Employment Provisions of NY Code Section 312, and all contractors are required to make affirmative efforts to ensure NY State Certified Minority and Women-Owned businesses are afford opportunities.

LEGAL NOTICE RFP REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING SERVICES

The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority requests sealed proposals to provide all professional Architectural/Engineering Services necessary or incidental to provide site investigation, design services, preparation of plans and specifications and construction management services for the bidding and implementation of the following project: Architectural / Engineering Services to Facilitate Fire Restoration at 4 Developments And To Qualify To Be Considered For Future Fire Restoration Projects, BMHA Job #AE-18-02 The Request for Proposals may be obtained at the BMHA Capital Improvements Office located at 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204. Sealed proposals must be received by 3:00 PM, local time, on February 22, 2018 at the Capital Improvements Office, 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204. Proposals received after this time will not be accepted. Perspective offerors are strongly encouraged to attend a presubmittal meeting. The pre-submittal meeting will be held on February 6, 2015 @ 10:00 AM @ 320 Perry Street 14204.

The contract for professional services will only be awarded to a single professional firm; no joint ventures.

The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any and/ or all proposals submitted.

Date: January, 24, 2018

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LEGAL NOTICE

Town of Cllarence

TOWN OF CLARENCE NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed proposals will be received by the Town Clerk at the office of the Town Clerk, Clarence Town Hall, One Town Place, Clarence, New York 14031, until 10:00 a.m. local time on the 20th day of February 2018. All bids will be publicly opened and read at 10:00 a.m. in the Town Hall, for furnishing all tools, equipment, materials, and labor for the Route 5 Sidewalks (Transit Road to Sheridan Drive) and all related work, complete in place, tested, and ready for use in accordance with the contract documents therefore, including plans, specifications, instructions to bidders, etc., prepared by Nussbaumer & Clarke, Inc., Consulting Engineers.

All proposals shall be submitted on the forms furnished herein and the entire volume, including any addenda, shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to: Town of Clarence, One Town Place, Clarence, New York 14031, to the attention of Nancy C. Metzger, Town Clerk.

The Contractor's name, title of the proposal (Route 5 Sidewalks (Transit Road to Sheridan Drive)), and date and time of the opening shall be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope.

Each proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, and shall be in the form and subject to the conditions provided for in the Instructions to Bidders.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials payment bond, each in the amount equal to the Contract Award. A maintenance bond for 40% of the contract price (including change orders) will be required during the maintenance period.

Copies of the Drawings and Specifications and Contract Documents may be obtained or examined at the office of the Town Clerk between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from January 19, 2018 to February 19, 2018; copies can be obtained upon payment of $100.00 in the form of two $50.00 checks made payable to the Town of Clarence for each copy requested. Neither the Owner nor the Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Contract Documents, including any Addenda, obtained from any other source.

Any bidder returning Drawings and Specifications in good condition within 10 days following the bid opening, will be refunded the full amount of the deposit. Non-bidders will be refunded one-half the deposit. Material suppliers and anyone returning the Plans and Specifications before the bid opening will be classified as non-bidders. Any bidders requesting more than one (1) set of Drawings and Specifications may purchase the excess, but it is understood that these are non-refundable.

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.

The bidders' attention is called to Section 2604 of the Public Authorities Law, which requires a bidder's Certificate of Non-Collusion. Such certificate is part of the Proposal form and, unless complied with on the form provided, the bid will not be accepted.

BIDDERS ON THIS WORK WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE PRESIDENT'S EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 11246. THE REQUIREMENTS FOR BIDDERS AND CONTRACTORS UNDER THIS ORDER WHICH CONCERN NON-DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT ARE EXPLAINED IN THE SPECIFICATIONS. The attention of the bidder is called particularly to the requirements of conditions of employment to be ob-

served and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract. The Town of Clarence is an exempt organization under the Tax Law and is exempt from payment of sales and compensating use taxes of the State of New York and cities and counties of the state on all materials which are to be incorporated into the project, pursuant to the provisions of the contract. These taxes are not to be included in the bid.

The right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities in, or to make an award to other than the low bidder, should it be deemed to be in the best interest of the Owner and in accordance with law, are herewith reserved.

No bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening thereof, but may withdraw same any time prior to the scheduled date for the opening of bids.

By Order of: The Town Board of the Town of Clarence, New York Published: January 24, 2018

LEGAL NOTICE BID REQUEST FOR BID Mark Cerrone, Inc. is requesting bids for the following projects for all scopes of work detailed in contract documents. Optional MWBE Pre-bid meetings will be held for interested firms at MCI Office. Documents can be obtained by contacting the associated estimator, Phone 716-2825244, Fax 716-282-5245 or iSqFt®.

Bids due electronically or in person at 2368 Maryland Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Certified firms for associated goals are strongly encouraged.

Unscheduled Sewer Cleaning, Televising, and Water Service Replacement Project in Buffalo, NY. Contact: acalabrese@markcerrone.com.

Optional MWBE Meeting 1/31/18 at 3:30pm. MWBE:25%. Proposals due to MCI by 2/6/18 at 12:00PM. Misc. System Wide Sewer Repairs Project in Buffalo, NY. Contact: acalabrese@markcerrone.com. Optional MWBE Meeting 1/31/18 at 3:30pm.

MWBE:25%. Proposals due to MCI by 2/6/18 at 12:00PM. Buff State Steam Line Repl. – Moot to Savage Project in Buffalo, NY. Contact: gbostard@markcerrone.com.

Optional MWBE Meeting 1/31/18 at 3:30pm. MBE:5%, WBE:5%, SDVOB:3%. Proposals due to MCI by 2/12/18 at 12:00PM.

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LEGAL NOTICE Keybank v. Keith

EMPLOYMENT

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF ERIE

KEYBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION,

Plaintiff(s), Against

Index No.: 812832/2015

Assistant Professor 10 Months

JASON KEITH A/K/A JASON C. KEITH, ET AL.,

Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered in the Erie County Clerk’s Office on 10/18/2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, in the Foreclosure Alcove of the Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin St., Buffalo, NY on 2/28/2018 at 10:00 am, premises known as 95 Comstock Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie and State of New York, and designated on the tax maps of the Erie County Treasurer as Section 90.32, Block 4, and Lot 60.

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $72,256.49 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 812832/2015.

Roberta J. O'Toole, Esq., Referee.

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, P.C., 145 Huguenot Street, Suite 210, New Rochelle, NY 10801 Dated: 12/22/2017 File Number: 253-4121 BGM

The Psychology Department at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Professor 10 Months (tenure track).

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.

Professional Science Master’s Coordinator The School of Natural and Social Sciences at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Professional Science Master’s Coordinator.

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LEGAL NOTICE BID ROOMS

ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, Bailey-Delavan. $325$480. Everything included.

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I T PAYS TO ADVE RT I S E LEGAL NOTICE Coughlin aka Morgan et.al.

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE M&T Bank, Plaintiff AGAINST KERI A. COUGHLIN A/K/A KERI A. MORGAN; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated 11-8-2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Foreclosure Alcove, Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin St., Buffalo, NY 14202 on 2-08-2018 at 10:00AM, premises known as 4034 Burke Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14219.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hamburg, County of Erie and State of New York, SBL: 160.14-2-4. Approximate amount of judgment $141,775.56 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #805873/2016. Amanda Zafur, Esq., Referee Schiller, Knapp, Lefkowitz & Hertzel, LLP 950 New Loudon Road, Suite 109 Latham, NY 12110 16-3837 50197

Sealed bids will be received at the Peace of Mind Quality Childcare Center, 696 Broadway St., Buffalo, NY 14212 until noon on February 1, 2018 for meal catering service at the 696 Broadway address. Specifications for 100 breakfasts, 70 lunches and 100 snacks may only be obtained by contacting Peace of Mind Quality Childcare Center, Peacemind696 @ yahoo.com or (716) 847-1234.

All work will be conducted in strict accordance with bid specifications. Bids will be opened and read on Februay 1, 2018.

LEGAL NOTICE Name Change “Notice is hereby given that an order entered by the Supreme Court, Erie County, on the 10th day of January, bearing Index Number I-2018600020, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk, located at 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York grants me the right to assume the name of Divine Nishimwe Dusengimana. The city and state of my address are Buffalo, New York; the month and year of my birth are September and 2012; place of my birth is Buffalo, New York; my present name is Nishimwe Dusengimana a/k/a Divine Nishimwe.”

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Assistant Professor 10 Months The Communication Department at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Professor 10 Months (tenure track).

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

Assistant Professor 10 Months The Criminal Justice Department at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Professor 10 Months (tenure-track).

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

Assistant Professor 10 Months The Biology Department at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Professor 10 Months (tenure track).

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LEGAL NOTICE BID NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed proposals for the Erie County Sewer District No. 4 Contract No. 42 will be received by the Commissioner of the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning on February 14, 2018 until 10:00 A.M., local time, at 95 Franklin Street, Room 1034, Buffalo, New York, 14202, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in Room 1004.

The contract work is located at the Iroquois Pumping Station at the intersection of Iroquois Avenue and Ronald Drive in Lancaster, NY. Work at the Iroquois Pump Station includes but is not limited to replacement of existing dry well pumps, replacement of manlift, floor rehabilitation, painting, and electrical improvements.

Bidders are advised that a pre-bid meeting for the construction of this project is scheduled for Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 10:00 A.M., at the ECDSM Northern Region Office, 3789 Walden Ave, Lancaster, New York.

Plans are on file and may be examined at the office of the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning, 10th Floor, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202.

Copies of the contract documents, plans and specifications may be examined and purchased at the office of Wendel WD Architecture, Engineering, Surveying & Landscape Architecture, P.C. (Wendel), Centerpointe Corporate Park, 375 Essjay Road, Suite 200, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Following the bid opening, bid results will be posted at www.erie.gov/dsm under the “Construction” tab.

The deposit for each set of contract documents shall be $100.00 in the form of two checks or money orders, each in the amount of one-half the deposit, and made payable to the Erie County Comptroller. Any bidder requesting a set of plans and specifications mailed to their office must arrange for a pre-paid delivery service or mail carrier.

The envelope containing the bid must be sealed, addressed to the Erie County Commissioner of Environment and Planning and must be clearly and correctly designated as “Erie County Sewer District No. 4, Contract No. 42-A General/Mechanical, Iroquois Pumping Station” or “Erie County Sewer District No. 4, Contract No. 42-D Electrical, Iroquois Pumping Station”. Bidders submitting a bid for more than one contract must do so in separately sealed envelopes for each contract. Any envelope containing more than one bid will be considered an improper bid and not opened. Any bids not delivered in person shall be mailed to the Erie County Commissioner of Environment and Planning, 95 Franklin Street, Room 1034, Buffalo, New York 14202, and received prior to the time set for the bid opening.

Any bidder returning contract documents in good condition within (30) days following the award of the contract or the rejection of bids will be refunded the full amount of the deposit. Non-bidders returning contract documents in good condition within thirty (30) days of contract award will be refunded one-half of deposit.

Plans and specifications returned after the 30 day period will not have their deposit returned. Any bidder may request more than one (1) set of contract documents, but no refunds will be given on the deposit of additional sets.

Erie County Sewer District No. 4 is an exempt organization under the Tax Law, and is exempt from payment of Sales and Compensating Use Taxes which are to be incorporated into the project and which are to be separately sold by the Contractors to the Owner prior to incorporation into the project, pursuant to the provisions of the contract. These taxes are not to be included in the bid. Sales tax will be due on all materials purchased by a Contractor which are either “consumable” or rental property used by the Contractor in connection with the construction or repair.

Each proposal must be accom-

panied by a certified check payable to the Erie County Comptroller or by a bid bond having a surety thereon from a surety company acceptable to the County Attorney, in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total base bid, as surety for execution of the contract.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish Payment and Performance Bond, each in an amount equal to 100 percent of the contract award.

Attention of the bidder is called particularly to requirements with respect to conditions of employment to be observed, minimum wages rates to be paid under the contract, Affirmative Action requirements for Equal Employment Opportunity, along with the Minority Business Enterprise Utilization Commitment. Bidders are also advised that Part “A” of the Erie County Minority Business Enterprise/ Women’s Business Enterprise Utilization Report be submitted with the bid or no later than three (3) business days after the bid opening.

The attention of the bidder is called particularly to the provisions of Erie County Local Law No. 2-2006, known as the “Erie County Workforce Development and Diversification New York State Certified Worker Training Program”, to have in place and provide written proof at the time of bid, a New York State Certified Worker Training Program, either intentional to the Contractor or Subcontractor and/or through an organization servicing several Contractors or Subcontractors, appropriate for the type and scope of work to be performed.

In the alternative, Rules and Regulations pertaining to Local Law No. 2-2006 allows the Bidder to provide a statement as to the inapplicability, lack of career opportunities, and/or that the magnitude of the contract would make apprentices impractical.

Bidders shall also provide affirmation of its commitment toward acceptable achievement or progress toward the County of Erie workforce development and diversification goal of thirty percent minority and female participation combined in project personnel including trades people, trainees, journeymen, apprentices and supervisor staff.

The attention of the bidder is called to the provisions of Article 5A of the General Municipal Law which requires the bidder to execute a certificate of non-collusion and to conform to the other provisions of Article 5A outlined in the specifications. A form for such certificate accompanies the bid form. Unless it is property executed, the bid will not be accepted.

The right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities in, or to make any award to other than the low bidder, should it be deemed to be in the best interest of Erie County Sewer District No. 4 and in accordance with Law, are herewith reserved.

No bidder may withdraw his bid within 45 days after the date set for the opening thereof, but may withdraw same any time prior to the scheduled time for opening bids.

BY ORDER OF: Joseph L. Fiegl, P.E. Deputy Commissioner Department of Environment and Planning Dated: January 16, 2018 Published: January 24, 2018

JOBS

Buffalo Employment and Training Center /

BETC

716-856-5627 www.workforcebuffalo.org

WEDNESDAY JAN. 24

SATURDAY JAN. 27

WEDNESDAY JAN. 31

JOB FAIR: Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, downtown, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Mike’s Smooth Urban Ballroom Dance Classes: 11 a.m.

– 1 p.m. Delavan-Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan.

380-5100. $5.

The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566.

Buffalo State's Diversity Dialogue Series: 6pm -7:30 pm : delivers talk “The American National Anthem: To Kneel or Stand” at Buffalo State College - Campbell Student Union Social Hall, 1300 Elmwood Ave. (716) 878-6210 or visit http:// equity.buffalostate.edu/

Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 200-9702.

Block Club Leaders Free Public Speaking Workshop: 6 to 7:30 p.m. CAO Masten Resource Center, 1423 Fillmore Ave.. To RSVP call Duncan Kirkwood, @ 308-0506.

Special Meeting Charter School of Inquiry: 4:45 pm, 404 Edison St. Call 833-3250 or email info@csicharter.org for more info.

The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566.

Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 200-9702.

THURSDAY JAN. 25 Spoken Word Presentation and Poetry Reading by Brother Taharka: 6:30 p.m. Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue.

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. (716)427-0566.

FRIDAY JAN. 26 Chicago Steppin: Every Friday 7-8:30 p.m. The Pratt Center 422 Pratt St. SATURDAY JAN. 27 FREE Homeownership Seminar: Mount Olive Baptist Church, 701 E. Delavan Ave., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Breakfast, lunch, face painting for kids; Mia Mootry 510-1478 or Tamika Collins-Murphy 603-3428.

Register https://homeownershipseminar2018.eventbrite. com D.A.D.S. Program to Host Honorary Youth Breakfast: Mt. Aaron Missionary Baptist Church, 540 Genesee Street (716) 5631834 for info.

Join the Black Chamber of Commerce of WNY: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Continental Breakfast; for info 995-0622 or 400-2041.

Open Enrollment Health Fair: To help individuals and families who need assistance applying for health coverage. 10 am to 2 PM at the Niagara Branch Library 280 Porter Avenue.

TUESDAY JAN. 30 Free First Time Homebuyers Orientation: 6 p.m. at Evans Bank, 925 Elmwood Avenue.

Hosted by FLARE Inc. and BURA. 838-6740.

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ICE SKATING AT MLK PARK! It was a beautiful sunny Saturday at MLK Jr. Park Basin, for the 4th Annual Winter Bash kick off. Families and friends enjoyed indoor activities and treats and took to the ice for some ice skating. The rink style is one that mimics an old fashioned pond, perfect for the experienced skater and first-timers. The event was presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, Olmstead Parks Conservancy and the City of Buffalo. Regular ice-skating hours at the MLK Jr. Park Basin are Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5:30 p.m. Ice-skating is weather dependent skate rental is free and available inside the brick casino. For the most up-to-date information on ice conditions, please call 716-838-1249 ext. 17. Head out to MLK park and enjoy some winter fun!

DINORAH SANTOS IS CITIZEN OF THE MONTH: At the regular session of the Erie County Legislature January 18, Erie County Legislator Barbara Miller-Williams (D-Buffalo left) presented Dinorah Santos with the Erie County Legislature’s Citizen of the Month Award for January 2018. The Erie County Legislature’s Citizen of the Month Award recognizes outstanding members of the community. Ms. Dinorah Santos is a community leader and a devoted mother of four children and five grandchildren who grew up in Puerto Rico, she has dedicated her time to providing social and educational support for members of the Hispanic and Migrant communities across Western New York, and is the latest recipient of this distinguished award.

A n s w e r i n g y o u r q u e s t i o n s a b o u t c r e m a t i o n a n d b u r i a l . . .

“How many people can be buried in a cemetery lot?”

If you have any questions about cremation or burial, give us a call at (716) 885-1600.

Most cemeteries allow 1 or 2 burials in a single grave. At Forest Lawn, we recently changed our rules & regulations to allow up to 4 burials in a single grave, w hich can include 1 casket plus 3 urns or a total of 4 urns.

For example, if a couple chooses side-by-side casketed burial in 2 graves, there’s room for them and up 6 other members of their family. This can represent a significant cost savings for the family. But more importantly, it can make it possible for you and your dearest loved ones to remain together forever.

1411 Delaware Ave ● Buffalo, NY 14209 forest-lawn.com

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