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Todd Richardson, of Memphis, unloads one of three Christmas trees that Henry White, of Cross Lake Farms, donated to “Trees for Troops.”

150 “trees for troops” from were loaded onto a FedEx truck over the course of a brisk morning hour Thursday Dec. 2 at Brown’s Three

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Santa made more than a few appearances this week, including stops at tree lighting ceremonies in the village of Marcellus and the town of Camillus. ...See page 5

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B Tree Nursery in Jordan. Todd Richardson, of Memphis, got his hands on just about every tree. “Every little thing we can do for our soldiers, it’s more than worth the time and effort,” Richardson said. “I can spend a little time out here sacrificing for the big sacrifices they’re making for us.” The Jordan nursery donated 30 of its own trees to the national effort that provides Christmas trees to

families of troops serving domestically and abroad – the rest were collected from local tree farmers. 150 is an improvement from 2009, when 92 trees were collected at the same location. This was the second year Three B Nursery was a collection site for the effort, and owners Rob and Cathy Brown’s fifth year participating in “Trees for Troops.” More than 1,000 trees from New See Troops, page 18

Brown makes ‘IT’ happen By Ned Campbell West Genesee Superintendent Chris Brown’s use of social networking sites like Blogger and Twitter to advance communication with students and parents has put him – and his district – ahead of the pack. His actions have now been recognized internationally.

Brown was presented with the “Making IT Happen” award at the New York State Association for Computers and Technologies in Education Convention held Nov. 21 in Rochester. The award is given by both NYSCATE and the International Society for Technology in Education. “While I accepted the award, I did so on behalf of all of the staff and community members who have embraced technology, been willing to try new things, and See ‘IT,’ page 18

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Chris Nelson, Executive Vice President for NYSCATE, presents Chris Brown, left, with a “Making IT Happen” jacket, certificate and a framed photo from the original ceremony at the Dec. 1 West Genesee Board of Education meeting.

The Camillus village board approved its 2011 budget – with $1.02 million total spending – at a special meeting held Monday Nov. 29. Mayor Michael Montero and trustees Bridget Yule, James Palumbo and Bill Cody voted in favor while trustee Anne Clancy voted against. The approved tax rate increased by $.42 per $1,000 assessed value from the rate proposed at the public hearing held Nov. 9 – bringing the total increase to $.77./$1,000 for an end village rate of $6.60/$1,000. Montero said the number had to be raised since the public hearing because the town had miscalculated the village’s assessed value at $40 million – $3 million short of its actual value. Residents will still see a decrease in their property taxes, as the county lowered its rate by $1.34/$1,000 this year. The village board borrowed $20,000 from its unexpended fund balance of $120,000 to keep the tax rate from going any higher. Montero said the village was faced with losses of $80,000 in county sales tax revenue and $3,000 in state aid. Clancy felt there wasn’t enough money in the proposed budget to account for potential losses of revenue. “As we speak the state legislature is trying to find another $300 million in their budget, and one of the things to be discussed is the AIM (Aid and Incentives to Municipalities) program, which is $27,000 of our revenue, which may disappear,” Clancy said. She also felt the village board should consider risk factors related to the age of the village’s infrastructure, further noting the village’s low elevation and potential for flooding. “Nobody really even knows how North Street was built … because all of those plans caught on fire years ago,” she said. “If that ever caves in, that could be See Budget, page 9

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7 p.m.: Allergy Relief Health Seminar

Dr. Bernard Straile, chiropractor, will explain the benefits of NAET at the Total Wellness Center, 5631 W. Genesee St., Camillus. No fee; call 468-2422 to register.

Editor: Ned Campbell 434-8889, ext. 334 editor@eagle-observer.com

Dec. 10

6:30 p.m.: Rosary and Healing Mass

Family Church, 127 Chapel Drive, Syracuse. In keeping with a centuries-old tradition of bringing flowers to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe, there will be vases at the altar where you may present your flowers. Call 488-3139 for info.

9 p.m.: Los Blancos in Fairmount

Blues and roots band. Asil’s Pub, 220 Chapel St., Fairmount. Call 488-4680 for info. No cover.

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Dec. 11

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Annual cookie walk

Amboy Belle Isle United Church, 6190 Airport Road, Amboy. Come choose your Christmas cookies from a big variety. Only $7 per pound!

6:15: Holiday sing-along

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Elbridge Free Library will host a holiday evening with Santa and Christmas sing-along. Santa will be there from 6:15 to 7 p.m. and provide every child with a book, followed by a performance from the community band. Free refreshments will be served.

6:30 to 9 p.m.: Village of Camillus Tree Lighting

Following the 6:30 p.m. tree lighting outside Village Hall, the festivities will move to the Senior Center for pictures with Santa, crafts, a silent auction and a talent showcase.

7 p.m.: Concert for the troops

Central Winds, a wind ensemble of music educators directed by Andrew Perry and James

Tapia, will perform for military personnel and their families at West Genesee High School, 5201 West Genesee St. Free.

7 to 8:30 p.m.: Caroling in the woods

Pick up a lantern and song sheet and enjoy a beloved tradition at Baltimore Woods, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. Bring natural treats to hang for the birds and holiday treats to share with fellow carolers. Finish up the night with hot drinks in the Interpretive Center where a special guest may stop by to visit! Free for both members and nonmembers if you bring cookies to share.

Dec. 12

4 p.m.: Christmas Concert

Hosted by the First Presbyterian Church, Marcellus. Led by the church choir and brass ensemble and featuring an array of local guest artists.

Dec. 14

10:30 a.m.: Not a creature was stirring…

This time of year, many critters are nestled in their beds for the winter waiting out the winter at Baltimore Woods, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. Discuss the wintering habits of several animals found in Central New York over warming refreshments. $5 for members; $8 for nonmembers.

Dec. 18

7 to 8:30 p.m.: Frost Moon Snowshoe Hike Spend a magical evening outdoors under the year’s last full moon. Take a moonlit walk with a Baltimore Woods naturalist. Accommodates 12 to 25; registration required. Members $5, family $15; nonmembers $8, family $25.

Ongoing events Dec. 2 to 29

Wendy Worsham art exhibit at Maxwell

Worsham’s acrylic paintings depict nature in strong colors and bold strokes. Maxwell Memorial Library is located at 14 Genesee St., Camillus. For more information, call 6723661, go to maxwellmemoriallibrary.org or drop by the library.

Dec. 4, 10, 17, 18 Project FeederWatch

The project kicks off from 2 to 3 p.m. Dec. 4 at Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. Naturalists will lead a talk, about birds in winter and discuss how you can attract more birds to your own yard. The project continues from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 10 and 17. $5 for members, $15/ family; $8 for nonmembers, $25/family.

2nd, 4th Tuesday of the month Read Fur Fun

Due to popular demand, Reading Fur Fun at Fairmount Community Library, 406 Chapel Drive, Syracuse, has been extended through May. This program allows young readers the comfort of reading books to trained dogs. Time slots are 6 and 6:30 p.m.; register at the front desk. For more info, call 4878933.

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Find â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Merriment at Maxwell!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; By Katy Benson Library Director Children, parents, senior citizens, teenagers, young adults and old, families and singles â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the whole community is invited to help make â&#x20AC;&#x153;Merriment at Maxwell!â&#x20AC;? This librarysponsored holiday festival goes from story time at 10:30 a.m. until the doors close at 3 p.m. Saturday Dec. 11 and will feature a host of activities emphasizing â&#x20AC;&#x153;gifts to give.â&#x20AC;?

Kiwanis Club aids in toy collection Lisa Mono, Solvay-GeddesCamillus Kiwanis treasurer, presents a check for $1,200 to Marine Staff Sgt. Dustin Kish of the Syracuse Marines Toys for Tots committee. The Kiwanis club will be distributing more than 1,400 toys to 11 different church food pantries and outreach programs, inner city schools and other outlets that disperse toys to children in need at Christmas time.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;JASSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; holiday jam hits McNamaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tuesday The Jazz Appreciation Society of Syracuse will host its annual holiday jam session from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 14 at McNamaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub in Camillus.Â Admission is free and the public is welcome. Jass jam sessions traditionally conclude with â&#x20AC;&#x153;When the Saints Go Marchinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; In.â&#x20AC;? Area musicians are in-

vited to bring their instruments and sit in with the JASS rhythm section.Â An electric piano will be provided, and vocalists are encouraged to participate. McNamaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub is lo-

cated at 5600 Newport Road between Route 5 and Route 695. Food and beverages will be available; 672-8872. For JASS information, call 652-0547.

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Finally, the Friends of Maxwell Library will still be selling raffle tickets for the beautiful â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and, may we say, enormous â&#x20AC;&#x201C; holiday gift basket made by Mary Dermody. Tickets cost $2 for one, or $5 for five. The basket will be raffled off Saturday Dec. 18, so take this chance to stuff the ticket box in your favor. The library is also a collection site for two charitable efforts. Through Dec. 11, the Christmas Bureau is collecting new, unwrapped books and toys for children up to age 12. A gigantic gift-wrapped box sits in the library lobby with signs suggesting suitable gifts for different ages. Next to it is a smaller box for donations of 2011 calendars and nonpersonalized greeting cards and notepads, to be collected through Jan. 15 and distributed to local nursing-home residents. Come to the library Dec. 11 and help make â&#x20AC;&#x153;Merriment at Maxwell!â&#x20AC;? a holiday festival for the books! All events are free and open to the public, and holiday refreshments will be served in the Community Room throughout the day. Then plan to return to the village that evening to witness the lighting of the Christmas tree and join village festivities at the Camillus Senior Center. Maxwell Memorial Library is located at 14 Genesee St., Camillus. For more information, drop by the library, call 672-3661 or go to maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.

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Two local dancers will perform in the Center of Ballet and Dance Artsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; annual production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeerâ&#x20AC;? at the Civic Center, presented by the Cultural Resources Council of Syracuse and Onondaga County. Pictured are Marcellus eighth grader Grace Pinowski as Elf, Jordan-Elbridge senior Emily Schwarting as Witch Winter Gray, and Lauren Watson as Rudolph. This is Pinowskiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fourth year dancing in the production; past roles include Soldier, Elf and Reindeer. Emily Schwarting is in her sixth year, having previously played Soldier, Elf, Ballerina Doll, Hag and Witch Winter Gray. The two students have 16 years of dance training with the Center of Ballet and Dance Arts between them. Tickets for the performance range from $10 to $19. For more details or to purchase tickets, call the Syracuse Symphony Box Office, 424-8200.

10:30 a.m. 3 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s librarian Kelly Chambala will have her usual Saturday Story Time for infants, toddlers and their parents, but with a special holiday theme. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 3 Artist Louise Woodard will reprise her lovely thumbprint paintings for children, so popular at last winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FebFest. Again, this is an item children may want to discreetly tuck away to give later as a gift to someone special. 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 3 Miss Kelly will host a drop-in holiday craft, helping children of all ages make decorative wreaths. Children can use their artwork to decorate the home or to give as gifts. 3 December exhibiting artist Wendy Detrick Worsham will hold an open-house reception, with items for sale as well as display. Worsham, who started her career as a graphic artist, expresses her special feelings toward nature and animals in vibrant, stylized, acrylic paintings that seem to embody the bright spirit of the holidays. 3 An exclusive, one-day book sale of select donations will open up as soon as the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story time is done. Only the most

special items will be put out for sale! 1 to 2 p.m. 3 Strings in the Stacks is back! Mayor Michael Montero will be joined by violinist Joshua Diesti of Syracuse for a holiday concert of classical music. Diesti, a Juilliard School graduate, owns the Arthur Murray Dance Center in Syracuse.

Eagle Observer, Dec. 8, 2010

Opinion Editorial

A sign of the season The holidays are here. How do we know? Well, it could have been the snow, or Black Friday, or the lights. But what really tipped us off to it was the spirit of giving making its way around the western suburbs. We’d like to give a pat on the back to those who are taking time this holiday season to give. Donations come in all shapes and sizes, and in our eyes, no donation is too small. Henry White, of Cross Lake Farms, gave three Christmas trees to the national Trees for Troops effort. Considering that Christmas trees often spend more than 10 years in the ground, that’s no small donation. We were impressed by the area’s contribution of 150 trees to the more than 1,000 total statewide that will go to families of troops this holiday season. This national effort could not be successful without the contributions of local farmers and monetary donations given by individuals and groups. Many give their time performing free concerts in the spirit of the holiday. We might sometimes take this sort of donation for granted, but nonetheless – people young and old, hobbyists and professionals, continue to share their talents free of charge. Central Winds, a wind ensemble of music educators directed by Andrew Perry and James Tapia, will perform a free concert for military personnel at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at West Genesee High School. This is just one example of musicians giving back by sharing their gift. We know we missed more than a few. But if you’re out there giving, chances are you’re not doing it for the recognition. We applaud your selfless efforts!

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Passing along the secret of Santa Christmas morning in Brooklyn was a miraculous event. Santa Claus had come during the night bringing not only gifts but also a cadre of elves who deftly set up and decorated the Christmas tree that we had helped our father purchase from the vendor who set up business in the vacant lot at the bottom of 55th Street. The wondrous joy of those mornings fueled by our unshakable belief in the magic and generosity of Santa carried us through many years of early winter anticipation. But, time passes, children grow up and gain access to the secrets of adults and we have to realign our beliefs. I packed away that belief in wondrous magic and Santa Claus into that part of me that never really went away on my journey into another, less enchanted existence. I unpacked those ancient remembrances when I became a parent, this time to experience the transcendent

wonder of my own children’s joy. Now, my spouse didn’t share the Christmas morning experiences of my youth; his family celebrated on Christmas Eve, but he humored me. He would take the children out in early December to find and cut down our Christmas tree on Pleasant Valley Road where a farmer had planted some trees years ago, sold most off, but held back a few for family and friends. Freshly harvested, the tree would stay on the porch, the children checking it often, knowing that soon it would be transformed by Santa – my Brooklyn Santa. We agreed to replicate the wonder of Christmas mornings that my parents gave me by waiting until Christmas Eve when small children were safely in bed, to set up our tree and transform the house into a veritable Christmas wonderland. What a marvelous investment of time! When it was Christmas morning,

little heads and voices would come into our room urging us, “Is it Christmas yet?” Even though parental conspiracy kept us awake until well into the early hours of the day, we were as anxious as our offspring to greet the unexcelled awe of that morning … to watch the glorious repetition of my childhood. “He came!” Shouts of excitement catapult you back to your own childhood memories. There is no greater happiness than watching your little one’s eyes glow with that innocent belief in the magic of Santa. Long ago our children, too, grew into the secrets of adults. Now it is their turn to find out what Christmas morning can mean to their children. Whether they chose to wait until Christmas morn or not, there will still be the joy of discovery and that wide eyed wonder that strikes such powerful memories of childhood, an unsurpassed delight for parents. Grandparents can smile knowing that they’ve passed on both sides of Santa’s secret.

The Marcellus MusI decided to enlarge the hardMary Jane ware business. The south side tangs won their second Domurat of the store was vacant, so straight league contest on their own field by Years ago while Ward was in the south, beating East Syracuse I had an arch cut between the 33-20. Mustang halfback two stores. Rumsey painted Mike Olenych made the the south side and then I first touchdown after a 45-yard march started to buy more hardware. When from the kickoff. In the second quarter, Ward got back, we bought three show George Hall scored the 2nd touchcases and ordered new shelves. We built down. John Parry recovered a fumble up our hardware line so we had a very after Dick Campbell’s on-side kick good selection of goods. We had a very to start the drive. Later in the second good business from 1924 until 1929. quarter David Driver threw a 40-yard Then the stock market crashed and pass to Parry to make the score 20-0. every thing commenced to slow up. East Syracuse was able to score in the Roosevelt was Governor then. He had second quarter and at halftime the a big poster placed in the Post Office score was 20-7. George Hall scored two telling people who were out of work more times along with Dick Campbell to go to the Welfare Office for relief. who kicked three extra points. End In 1932, Roosevelt was President and John Parry earned the title of “Linehe closed all of the banks. That made man of the Week” with Dick Campbell it harder for people to do business. All taking honorary mention. Quarterback of our money was tied up. Our bank David Driver earned the title of “Back was hit harder than most. He put our of the Week” and George Hall received bank entirely out of business. It looked honorable mention. as though we weren’t going to have a Celebrate and welcome the changes bank but through the efforts of Father in your life. Whether they are big or Thomas Driscoll, Frank Knapp, Horace small, without change you would not Stone, Dr. John Parsons, Will Spauldgrow. ing, Edmund Reed and other men of “Memories of Marcellus” by Frank Marcellus, who went to Washington Griffing went as follows… In the winthat a new bank was formed. It took ter of 1923, my partner, Ward Curtis some time, as stockholders had to be decided that he would go to FL. I hired obtained. All of the stockholders of Will Rumsey to work for me a couple of the first bank lost their stock, but as I months or until Ward got back on the remember, all of the people that had job. Will was a very good man to have. deposits were able to receive their He was like a brother to me. You never full amount. Those were trying times had to tell him what to do. I never will to stay in business, but we stayed, alforget the good times we had before though we didn’t make any money. (to and after he worked for me. Ward and be continued)

Mr. and Mrs. Bart Ilacqua entertained the Marcellus Mustangs football team with a banquet. They were assisted by Mrs. Peg Duffy, Mrs. Mary Pirano, Mrs. Julia Head and Mrs. Marion Hall. The forty guests consumed 16 lbs. of spaghetti, 12 chickens, 5 lbs. of spare ribs, 14 pizzas, 4 cases of milk, 6 cases of soda, 6 loaves of Italian bread, 5 lbs. of butter, several bowls of tossed salad and topped off with 25 lbs. of cake and ice cream. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Paul announced the birth of their son on November 27th. Mrs. Paul is the former Hazel Palen. Jesse Annable, the R. D. #2 mailman retired from the mail service as of November 30th after nearly 42 years of service. Mr. Annable started as the rural carrier out of Marcellus Post Office on January 16, 1919 with a horse and buggy. He says there was no appreciable snow that winter until April and the only paved road at that time on the 22 mile route was out South Street. Pleasant Valley Road was so bad in the Spring that he had to walk that section. The longest the route ever got was 63 miles with 560 stops and then it was divided into routes one and two and then the route two section covered 35 miles with 235 stops. Jesse estimates that during his mail career that he delivered over 225,000 copies of the Marcellus Observer and a million and a half Post Standards. He said he has no immediate plans right now. Glen Seeley is at present the temporary carrier for R.D. #2. Most of us hope for a long life… but we hate to grow old to achieve it.

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From the mailbag Thanks for making ‘Starlight’ shine bright To the editor: The Marcellus Village Board wishes to thank the organizations, donors and volunteers that supported our annual Starlight Holiday events that took place in the village on Dec. 2. Special thanks go to the local organizations that facilitated the success of this community event, including Ned Campbell, the Marcellus American Le-

gion Post 297, the Marcellus Optimist Club, Peg Nolan and Joy Buffan and the Marcellus Historical Society, Michael Czerniak and the Marcellus Cub and Boy Scouts, the Marcellus Free Library, the town of Marcellus, the Marcellus Fire, Police and Highway Departments, and Mrs. Peenstra and the DMS Select Choir. Special thanks also to all donors and volunteers, including the Parker

Family, Jerry Perun, Erich Heyde, Arlene Angello, Mary Ann Czerniak, Kevin Young and Carol Armstong. Happy Holidays to one and all. Marcellus Village Board John Curtin, Mayor Mary Jo Paul, Trustee Pat Cox, Trustee

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Town of Camillus jump-starts holiday season The town of Camillus kicked off the holiday season in traditional fashion Monday evening, hosting its annual tree lighting ceremony in front of town hall. Children shared their Christmas wishes with Santa under the gazebo before heading into the town hall gymnasium with their families for free hot chocolate and cookies. LEFT: Santa Claus gives Katie Klaczko, 2 (3 in January), time to think about what she would like for Christmas this year while her brother Michael, 13, looks on. Her wish? â&#x20AC;&#x153;A robot!â&#x20AC;? BOTTOM LEFT: The Klaczko kids have their picture taken with Santa. From left to right: Andrew, 12, Katie, Michael, 13, and P.J., 16. BOTTOM RIGHT: Santa hands out some of the seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first candy canes to Matthew, 10, and Peter McMahon, 5. Ned Campbell

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Marcellus Schools News and Notes ‘After the Ball’ meeting canceled; bottle drive in session The Dec. 20 After the Ball meeting has been canceled; the next meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Marcellus High School cafeteria. Marcellus seniors and their parents are invited

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Congratulations go out to Marcellus High School social studies teacher Mark Young and his second period United States History class for winning News Channel 9 WSYR’s “Street Cents” stock market contest. One hundred classes from Central New York participated in the contest, which gave each class an imaginary $100,000 to invest in the stock market. Classes had to pick four stocks in which to invest, with no more than 50 percent of the money going to any individual stock. No “penny stocks” (stocks under $1 a share) were allowed.

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Attitude” second period team outdistancing all competitors by increasing their

The first semester concert season in the Marcellus Central School District kicked off with full force as the Senior High School Concert and Symphonic bands, under the direction of Michael Cirmo, performed in concert Monday Nov. 22 in the Groeling Auditorium. The night began with a featured performance by the “Indoor Drumline” as Cirmo directed the group’s performance of “Stampede.”Indoor Drum-line members included Bryan Swierczek, Stuart Synakowski, Kevin Pierce, Catie Nonenmaker, Alex Pirro, Jacob Ginestro, Holly Grosholz, Angela Pugliese, Megan Grosholz and Zoe Mullan-Stout.

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Albany asks for student artwork By Ned Campbell editor@eagle-observer.com

J-E, Westhill lose volleyball openers

Ask any art educator in Central New York – our students have talent. Why not show that to the rest of the state? Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I – Pulaski) invites all area schools to select two outstanding works of art to submit to the 21st Annual Legislative Student Exhibit in late February. The deadline to submit is Jan. 11. “I always enjoy this show and the opportunity to meet local youth at the Capitol,” said Barclay in a press release prepared by his office. “This exhibit really showcases some of the young talent we have in our schools, and it’s a great opportunity to encourage the arts and have your school represented in Albany.” The exhibit is sponsored by the New York State Art Teachers Association, the NYS Alliance for Arts Education and the NYS Legislature. All art educators must be members of NYSATA to participate. To register your school and learn more about the contest, go to nysata.org/mc/page. do?sitePageId=94134.

By Phil Blackwell pblackwell@cnylink.com Both the Jordan-Elbridge and Westhill girls volleyball teams found difficulties in their respective 2010-11 season openers last Friday night. The Eagles visited Chittenango, and could not get started in a three-game loss to the Bears, while the Warriors took a four-game defeat to Phoenix.

In the latter, Westhill did not get close in a 25-11 opening-game defeat, yet recovered to pull out the second game 25-23 and briefly even the match. From there, though, the Firebirds reclaimed control with a 25-19 win in the third game and a 25-16 victory in the fourth game. Annaleigh Gedney had five assists, with Mackenzie O’Brien picking up five aces and two kills. Abby Bornstein had three kills as

Maura Fleming picked up six digs and Katie McGraw had four digs. Phoenix featured Marisa Turner (nine aces), Stephanie Wojckowski (six kills), Lauren Ciciarelli and Bryonna Whitney (eight assists apiece). As for J-E, it struggled throughout a 25-14, 25-20, 25-16 loss to Chittenango. Katie Byrnes still had six kills, the passes coming from Paige Brown, who earned five assists. Taylor Sauginas had three assists.

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Surviving are three children Gary (Terri) Moses, Douglas (Lynne) Moses and Cynthia Baker, long time companion Donald Skinner, seven grandchildren seven great-grandchildren, and special friends Doris and Laura. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. Thursday Dec. 2 at the Bush Funeral Home, 120 E. Main St. (Rt. 5) Elbridge with a service to follow at 7 p.m.. Burial will be in Spring Brook Cemetery, Seneca Falls.

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a huge problem.” Before passing the budget, the village board moved $3,000 from engineering to sidewalk repairs, Montero noting that if there’s no money for projects, why budget for an engineer to draw up plans? Board signs on for consolidation study The board’s discussion of its “barebones” budget led right into another discussion – whether to take part in a county-funded study to determine the economic ramifications of consolidation. The board unanimously approved the motion made by Clancy. “In light of all the petition-happy villages, it’s just nice to know the information before something like that happens, especially with the new law that is in place,” Montero said. “It’s just the right thing to do.” The new law, signed in June 2009 by Governor Patterson, allows both municipal governing bodies and the voters the power to initiate dissolution – the latter by petition. Montero said the study would tell the village one of two things: “It’s going to cost

you more money no matter what you do, or you’re going to save,” he said. Montero had spoken with Onondaga County Comptroller Robert Antonacci. “Mr. Antonacci is more than willing to come down here and look at our financials to give us a very accurate report as to what we’re looking at,” he said. Trustees expressed concern that the village couldn’t provide general services to its residents without raising the tax rate an obscene amount; Montero noted that property tax is the village’s only avenue for revenue. The main service provided by the village is trash pickup, Montero said. “We’re paying minimal salaries to people and we’re not putting out services,” Palumbo said. Say the study determines that the village would save money by consolidating – what then? “If they say there’s going to be a savings of 100 bucks, then that really begs the issue, do you really do it?” Montero said. “But if they say, ‘Listen, people are going to save $800,’ you really have to present that information to the public and allow them to look at it.” Montero continued: “I told them I want to know if there’s a savings, even if it’s a dollar – or if there’s no savings.”

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Seneca Federal is not an average mortgage originator in part, to decide where to price our mortgage rates,” said Tammy Purcell, VP–lending. “We also respond quickly to pre-qualification requests and pride ourselves as local underwriters with timely commitments.” Seneca Federal has never used credit scores as a basis for loan approval but rather base loan commitment on actual consumer credit history. This ‘traditional’ and time-tested practice has worked well for the Association, which has a foreclosure rate near zero percent. “A low foreclosure rate sometimes leads people to ask me if we are risky enough with such a low default rate,” said the president, adding that the low default rate has more to do with the rapport they have made with their customers during the underwriting process and less to do with not taking risk. “Our loans are often tailor-made to our customer’s specific needs and we build a rapport with them from the beginning, indicating that we are on the ‘same side’. We are very thankful when a customer is willing to approach us when they are having difficulty and

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Water The water supply might also be affected during a power outage. It’s always a good idea to keep bottled water on hand in the event of a power outage to avoid consuming any contaminated water, which might be a byproduct of water purification systems not fully functioning because of the power outage. Avoid using potentially contaminated water when doing the dishes, brushing your teeth or preparing food. For parents of young children, it helps to have formula on hand that does not require the addition of water. If tap water must be used, bring the water to a rolling boil for at least one minute. That’s enough time to kill most organisms, including harmful bacteria and parasites. Hypothermia prevention While most regions are quick to

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John E. Roycraft, 91, of Camillus, passed away Sunday Nov. 21, 2010, at home, joining in eternity our beloved mother. Born in Rochester on Sunday Dec. 22, 1918, he was the son of Francis and Mary Holland Roycraft. To his family and friends, John â&#x20AC;&#x153;Redâ&#x20AC;? was an inspiration and all that is good and kind. He was the best possible husband, father, and friend. Memories of his love and dedication to his beloved wife, Betty, his intellect and multifaceted talent, unsurpassed integrity and character, and remarkable sense of humor, will remain with us always. His ability to regale all with remarkable tales of times past, especially riding the rails during the Great Depression, will always be remembered. He was the best man we ever knew. John served with the Army Air Corps in World War II. His career was in the elevator business, starting as a mechanic and advancing to management, primarily with Haughton Elevator Co. in Upstate New York and Washington, DC. He retired in 1984 and returned to Camillus. He and his wife, Betty, were active in local politics for many years. John was predeceased by his wife, the

Margaret M. Cianciola, 83, of Camillus, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2010 at Community General Hospital. Born in Utica on Friday, October 28, 1927, she was the daughter of Arthur Evan Lloyd and Margaret Elizabeth Scully Lloyd. After spending her early years in Utica, she moved to Camillus in 1956. Margaret was an active communicant of St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church. She was a member of the Legion of Mary, part-time money counter, and member and former president and vice president of the Altar & Rosary Society. Margaret was also a member of the Daughters of the Nile. An avid baker, she enjoyed decorating wedding, anniversary and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specialty cakes. She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting, having received several ribbons at the New York State Fair. An avid bowler, she was a member of a league for many years and also appeared on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bowling for Dollars.â&#x20AC;? Surviving are her husband of 63 years, William J. Cianciola Sr.; daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and Gary Siebert of Lewiston, Maine; sons and daughtersin-law, William and Joyce Cianciola Jr. of Baldwinsville and David and Kerry Cianciola of Clifton Park; sister, Rita Edwards

former Betty Stratton, in 2005. Surviving are his sons and daughtersin-law, Dave and Sue Bradley of Hannibal and Doug and Barbara Bradley of Skaneateles; daughter, Gerry Roycraft of East Syracuse; John E. Roycraft five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother, Jim of FL; and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends called from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday Nov. 26 at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Rev. Brian Lang and Deacon Anthony J. Paratore celebrated a funeral mass at 10 a.m. Saturday Nov. 27 in St. Charles Borromeo Church, Syracuse. John was joined in eternal rest with his cherished wife at noon on Monday Nov. 29 in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088. Please share condolences at buranichfuneralhome.com.

of Utica; brother-in-law, Philip Cianciola of DeLand, Florida; brotherin-law, Charles Cianciola of Whitesboro; 12 grandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends Margaret M. Cianciola called from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 30 at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee Street, Camillus. Services were at 10 a.m. Wednesday Dec. 1 at the funeral home and at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church where Rev. Joseph Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor and Deacon Michael Letizia celebrated a funeral Mass. Margaret was laid to rest in Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum, St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cemetery, DeWitt. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Building Fund, 5600 West Genesee St., Camillus, NY 13031 or to the Daughters of the Nile Foundation, 3461 Lannette Lane, Lexington, KY 40503. Please share condolences at buranichfuneralhome.com.

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Loving wife, mother and grandmother Nancy Puffet Casler, 71, of Marcellus, died Monday Nov. 22, 2010, at home after a two year battle with cancer. Nancy was a lifetime resident of Marcellus and graduate of Marcellus High School, class of 1957. She worked at Otis Elevator Co. as a secretary, where her husband and three sons started their careers. Nancy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who had many friends in the Nancy Casler Marcellus area. Surviving are her husband of 52 years Irving; sons Brad (Cindy) of Marcellus, Brian of Fabius, and Bruce (Tess) of Hannawa Falls; her sister Helen Robinson of Marcellus; four grandchildren Chad, Connor, Caitlyn and Gary. Calling hours were 1 to 4pm Saturday Nov. 27, 2010 at Ryan Funeral Home, Marcellus. Services and burial private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Friends of Marcellus Park, P. O. Box 301, Marcellus, NY 13108. ED IT E M LI TIM

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Enjoyed playing bridge and scrabble, knitting and sewing Margaret Coyle Brody, 91, of Camillus, loving wife of Deacon Col. John P. “Steve” Brody Sr., went home to be with her Lord on Sunday Nov. 21, 2010, surrounded by family at home. Born in Jersey City, NJ on Wednesday May 28, 1919, she was the daughter of Mary Genevieve McNeil Coyle and John William Coyle. She lived in Syracuse from 1956 until moving to Camillus in 1993. After graduating from St. Aloysius High School in 1936, she went on to complete a bachelor’s degree in economics from The College of St. Elizabeth in 1940. She met her future husband at the U.S. Naval Academy and they married after he returned from the Pacific Arena during World War II. Together, Steve and Margaret raised their family, instilling in their children a strong faith in God, service to others and her passion for lifelong education. She encouraged music in her children. A loyal, devoted friend, she enjoyed playing bridge, knitting and sewing, crossword puzzles and winning at cribbage and scrabble. She loved her family above all and gave unwavering support to her husband in his diaconate ministry. Margaret taught in the Weedsport Central School District, retiring in 1974. An active communicant of Holy Family Church, she was involved in a variety of church organizations. She was also a member of the Third Order of St. Francis Discalced Carmelites. Margaret enjoyed traveling with her husband and visiting their children. Surviving are her husband of 66 years, Deacon John P. “Steve” Brody Sr.; children, Dr. Celeste (John Holmberg) Brody, John

Jr., Kathleen (Thomas) Kingston, Thomas (Patti), Mary Pat (Thomas) Boak, Eileen (Doug Meyers) Brody, Margaret “Peggy” (David Ecklund) Brody, Stephen (Lucy), Dr. Michelle (Greg Stump) Brody and Erin (Michael) Wright; Margaret Brody 24 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her son, Joseph Raphael, in 1960. Her family legacy is her family and devotion to her faith. We love you, Margaret, Mom and Grandma. Relatives and friends called from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 23 at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Rev. Richard P. Prior Jr., Rev. Gregory Kreinheder, Rev. Charles Major, Rev. Tim Elmer, Deacon Nick Alvaro, Deacon Les Distin and Deacon Don Whiting celebrated a funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Nov. 24 in Holy Family Church. Margaret was laid to rest in the Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in the memory of Margaret may be made to The College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960 or to Holy Family Church, 127 Chapel Dr., Syracuse, NY 13219. Please share condolences at buranichfuneralhome.com.

Mary Jane Mazzoni, 83

Marcellus Garden Club member Mary Jane Mazzoni, 83, of Camillus, passed away Saturday Nov. 27, 2010, with her loving family by her side. Born and raised in Syracuse, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Elsie Re. After graduating from high school, she went on to become a hairdresser. Mary Jane lived in Camillus most of her life and was a communicant of St. Joseph’s Church. An avid gardener, she was a member of the Marcellus Garden Club. She volunteered for many community organizations, including the Camillus Octagon House where she was an active volunteer for 40 years. Mary Jane also worked on the Board of Elections. An avid antique and doll collector, she was a member of the Senonda Doll Club. She enjoyed traveling and reading. Her greatest joy was being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mary Jane was predeceased by her first husband, Richard Caltagirone; second husband, Mario Mazzoni; son, Robert Mazzoni; and brother, Paul Re. Surviving are her daughters, Louise

Caltagirone of Camillus and Deborah Gilchrist of Solvay; sons, Richard Caltagirone (Veronica Heffernan) of Syracuse and Michael Caltagirone of Old Forge; adopted son, David (Susan) Mazzoni of Syracuse; Mary Jane 15 grandchildren; 12 Mazzoni great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends called from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 30 at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Services were at noon Wednesday Dec. 1 at the funeral home and at 12:30 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Church where Rev. Joseph O’Connor celebrated a funeral Mass. Mary Jane was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery, DeWitt. Contributions may be made to the Camillus Octagon House, 5420 West Genesee St., Camillus, NY 13031 or to one’s favorite charity.

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Loved her pets, the beach, time with grandchildren Nanc y (C onk lin) Carter, 65, of Geddes, passed away Sunday Nov. 28, 2010, at home with her beloved companion, her dog, Lily, by her side. Born on Wednesday June 27, 1945, she was the daughter of Alenson Roscoe Conklin Jr. and Nancy Carter Eleanor M. Gettman Conklin. She was raised in Liverpool and lived in North Syracuse until moving to Geddes over a year ago. Nancy was a 1963 graduate of Liverpool High School. She retired in 2006 from RMSCO, Inc. Nancy was a four-and-ahalf-year breast cancer survivor. She loved all her pets and the beach. She was devoted to her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. Nancy was predeceased by her son, Scott, in 2010; mother, Eleanor, in 2003;

and father, Alenson, in 2004. Surviving are her daughters and son-inlaw, Tammy Carter-Kinney and Emmett Kinney of Westvale and Connie Tracy of Camillus; grandchildren, Tyler, Matthew, Kyle, Megan, Ben and Elizabeth; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Robert Kilfoyle of Liverpool; daughter-in-law, Bonnie Carter of Fulton; niece, Terri Richardson; nephew, Stephen Goodnough, and cousins. Relatives and friends called from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday Dec. 1 at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Pastor Randy Czyz officiated the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday Dec. 2 at the funeral home. Nancy was laid to rest in White Chapel Memory Gardens, DeWitt. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Assn., of CNY, 4915 1/2 W. Taft Rd., Liverpool, NY 13088. Please share condolences at buranichfuneralhome.com.

Mary E. Kelly, 83

Enjoyed playing the organ Mary E. “Betty” Finan Kelly, 83, of Camillus, passed away on Tuesday Nov. 23, 2010, at University Hospital. Born in Syracuse on Thursday Aug. 18, 1927, she was the daughter of William Finan and Mary Flannery Finan. A lifetime Mary E. Kelly resident of Syracuse, she moved to Camillus in 1991. Betty was a graduate of North High School. She retired from Agway Insurance Co. and previously worked for Crum & Forster Ins. Co., and Orthopedic Surgery as a switchboard operator and medical records clerk. After retirement, she went back to work for Sears Roebuck & Co. at the Camillus Mall for five years until its closing in 2000. A communicant of St. Joseph’s Church, Betty volun-

teered with the food pantry and the Funeral Luncheon Committee. She enjoyed playing the organ and solving crossword puzzles. She loved her dog, Winston. Betty was predeceased by her parents, William and Mary Flannery Finan; and beloved brother, James Finan, who passed away in 2009. Surviving are her loving husband of 32 years, Edwin J. Kelly; sister, Virginia Finan Whited of Buffalo Grove, Illinois; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. There were no calling hours. Rev. Gregory LeStrange celebrated a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. on Monday Nov. 29 in St. Joseph’s Church. Betty was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery, DeWitt. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. Please share condolences at buranichfuneralhome.com.

Notice of Formation New Beginnings Landscape Company, LLC Notice of Formation of a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY on 9/ 13/10. NY office location: Onondaga County. Secy of State is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. Secy of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon her to: Sandra L. Peer, 1365 Peru Road, Jordan, NY 13080. Purpose: To engage in any lawful activity. EO-50 NOTICE OF FORMATION Notice of Formation of Raspberry Lane Group, LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 11/08/10. Office location: Onondaga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process: 120 Raspberry Lane, Camillus, NY 13031. Purpose: any lawful purpose. EO-51 NOTICE OF FORMATION NOTICE OF FORMATION of Joe’s Deli Washington Street, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with NY Secretary of State (SSNY) 11/ 12/10. Office location: Onondaga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 3100 West Seneca Turnpike, Marcellus, NY 13108. Purpose: Any lawful activity. EO-52 Notice of Formation Notice of Formation of KJHP PROPERTIES LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State on 9/24/ 10. NY Office location: ONONDAGA County. Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against the

LLC may be served. Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to C/O R. KEVIN JOHNSON, P.O. BOX 10, CAMILLUS, NY 13031. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. EO-52 Notice of Formation Notice of formation of Camillus Vocational Services LLC. Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 09/23/2010 Office location: Onondaga County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process: 201 Windcrest Dr. Camillus, NY 13031 Purpose any lawful purpose. EO-51 TOWN OF SPAFFORD PUBLIC HEARING REVISED DATE PROPOSED LOCAL LAW 2010-3 Please take notice that a public hearing will be held at the Spafford Town Hall, 1984 Route 174, Skaneateles, NY on Thursday, December 9, 2010 following the regular business of the Board. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss proposed adoption of proposed Local Law 20103, Providing for the Licensing of Dogs in the Town of Spafford. Copies of the proposed law are available at the Spafford Town Clerk’s office during business hours. Lisa M. Valletta Spafford Town Clerk EO-48 Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law Revising the Animal Control Local Law in the Town of Otisco on Town Board’s Own Motion NOTICE is hereby given that the Town Board of the Town of Otisco, New York (the “Town”), will meet at the Town Hall, 1924 Barker Street, Tully, New York, 13159-3091 on the 13th day of December 2010, at 7:45 o’clock P.M., for the purpose of conducting a public

hearing upon a proposal by said Town Board to consider the passage of proposed revisions to the Town of Otisco Animal Control Local Law regarding the keeping, harboring, and maintaining domestic animals, and the licensing of dogs, within the Town, and imposing penalties for the violation of such Local Law. The Town Board of Otisco, pursuant to the statutory powers vested in the Town to regulate and control animals and to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its residents, proposes to declare revisions to the Town Animal Control Law of 2002 regarding dog licensing within the Town. At such time and place said Town Board will meet to consider such proposition and hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same. FURTHER NOTICE is given that the Regular Monthly Meeting for December 2010 will be held on Monday, December 13, 2010 immediately following the Public Hearings scheduled for December 13, 2010. Dated: Otisco, New York November 24, 2010. By Order of the Town Board of the Town of Otisco, New York. Georgette T. Waldau, Town Clerk Town of Otisco, NY EO-48 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF MGKP, LLC (Under Section 206 of the Limited Liability Company Law) 1.The name of the limited liability company is MGKP, LLC. 2.The date of filing of the articles of organization with the New York Secretary of State was July 23, 2009. The articles of organization became effective on that date. 3.The office of the limited liability company is located in Onondaga County at 3922

Fennell Street, Skaneateles, New York 13152. 4.The New York Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary shall mail a copy of any process served to the limited liability company at the following address: PO Box 70, 3922 Fennell Street, Skaneateles, New York 13152. 5.The purpose of the limited liability company shall be to transact any and all business which may be transacted legally by a limited liability company pursuant to the New York Limited Liability Company Law. SK-1 NOTICE OF FORMATION Notice of Formation of NicePowerUSA, LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/ 26/2010. Office in Onondaga Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 995 Tully, NY 13159. Principal Business location:3965 Bailer Road, Syracuse, NY 13215. Any lawful purpose. EO-2 LEGAL NOTICE Legal Notice of Formation of LLC. Robin’s Song Too, LLC (LLC) filed Arts. of Org. with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/ 23/2010. Office location: Onondaga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY shall mail process to c/o Gerald F. Stack, Esq., Hiscock & Barclay, LLP, 300 South State Street, Syracuse, NY 13202. Purpose: any business permitted under law. EO-2

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