Cazenovia Republican Digital Edition - Jan. 4, 2023

By kAtE hill Staff writer

Throughout the past year, members of the local business community have welcomed new establishments, expanded their operations, received regional and national recognition, given back to the Cazenovia area and beyond, and demonstrated determination when faced with the news of Cazenovia College’s upcoming closure.

Here is a selection of news surrounding local businesses in 2022: Business Expansion/Growth

In April 2021, Travis Barr and Alex Altomonte opened H. Grey Supply Co., a modern-day general store and outfitter at 53 Albany St. in Cazenovia.

Last summer, the entrepreneurs expanded their business into the space next door that previously housed the home furnishing retail showroom J.D. Hunter/home.

The expansion, which they named H. Grey Social, offered espresso drinks and

handmade mocktails, comfortable seating, and thoughtfully curated products from independent brands and small batch makers from around the U.S.

New Woodstock entrepreneur helps educators support students

By kAtE hill Staff writer

For the past several years, retired teacher Shea Palmer has been using her knowledge and experience to help other educators address their students’ needs through her New Woodstock-based business, Shea’s Classroom.

Palmer creates and shares elementary school teaching resources targeted at educators seeking lessons and tools to develop their students’ critical thinking skills.

Using social media, YouTube, and her website, sheasclassroom.com, Palmer provides her clients with posts that offer insight and perspective on teaching-related questions and challenges. Each post shares methods, strategies, and resources that Palmer employed in her own classroom.

“Webinars and workshops are offered to provide teachers with both resources and the opportunity for professional development,” said Palmer. “Consulting appointments are scheduled for the purposes of collaboration, planning, and instruction.”

Palmer develops all the resources she offers for purchase through the Teachers Pay Teachers platform. However, in cases where her own materials do not meet the specific needs of her clients, she researches and shares other resources that would better serve them. She holds a master of science in teaching degree from Le Moyne and taught in the Chittenango School District (CSD) for 20 years, spending her tenure in the third and fifth grades.

Palmer, who describes herself as an accidental entrepreneur, began her journey with Shea’s Classroom in 2016. That year, approximately half

her class was receiving Reading Academic Intervention Services (AIS), which the NYS Education Department describes as services designed to help students achieve the learning standards in English language arts (ELA) in grades K-12. AIS consists of additional instruction that supplements the regular classroom instruction and/or student support services needed to address barriers to improved academic performance.

“This was an unusually high number of students who required additional support to be successful,” said Palmer. “The model for ELA instruction that we were using was not proving to be effective.”

Palmer explained that literacy instruction at the time was based on “guided reading,” a practice where students are assessed to determine their reading levels and then divided into instructional groups. Teachers meet with the groups as they work with texts suited to their reading levels. According to Palmer, the ideal number of groups to work with is three.

“The rule of thumb was that we should conduct a quick mini-lesson at the beginning of each class,” said Palmer. “Then we would spend 10-15 minutes working with each group. When they were not meeting with us, they were given activities that they were expected to complete either in their groups or independently. Best practices dictated we should meet with students reading below grade-level every other day or once a day, if possible. We met with the students reading on or above grade-level less frequently — every other day or every third day.”

According to Palmer, applying this model to her classroom would have required finding texts for six to eight different reading levels that

could be used to study the same ELA concept/strategy. It would also require activities to accompany each text.

“Since all students were working at their instructional level, they all needed about the same amount of support and guidance to make good progress,” said Palmer. “While the students who were working below grade-level made progress, their instruction with grade-level text was minimal, making it difficult to ‘catch up.’ [If you had] more than four groups to work with, it would have been very challenging to create a schedule where every group would receive the instructional support they needed.”

After careful consideration and research, Palmer approached her principal to discuss a new model for providing instruction and practice to her students. Instead of using leveled books and activities for all the different reading groups, she suggested choosing one grade-level book that the class could read together to introduce a specific ELA concept or strategy. The students would then practice/apply that concept through activities that were leveled to meet their needs. With the principal’s support, Palmer gave her approach a try.

She said they both noticed an improvement in student engagement and, to their surprise, growth.

“By the end of the year, we were able to release half the students from AIS reading services,” she said. “Their test results indicated that they were now able to read [and] comprehend grade-level text.”

When creating the leveled activities for her students, Palmer turned to a teaching tool called “task cards,” which each feature one assignment/ question that gives students quick practice working with a concept/

strategy.

Palmer explained that a character trait task card, for example, would have a short story about a character that describes their actions and reactions. The card would also list three character traits, and the students would be tasked with picking the most appropriate one.

Using task cards as a foundation, Palmer developed activities designed to encourage the development of critical and analytical thinking skills beyond those required to simply choose a word.

“For each word, the students needed to define it, then list the characteristics of a person who exemplifies that trait,” she said. “Once they did so, they used this to identify which trait described the person in the story. After that, they planned and wrote a short, constructed response explaining/analyzing how the text supported their conclusion.

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All students would have an exemplar to refer to that we had created using the grade-level book.”

To level the activity for different instructional groups, Palmer created three versions. Students who were reading above grade-level were expected to complete all the steps listed on the card. Students on grade-level were given the definitions and asked to identify characteristics and write a response, and students below gradelevel were given both definitions and characteristics and asked to choose a word and write a response. They were also provided writing supports, like sentence starters, to guide their thinking and writing.

The benefit of this approach, Palmer said, is that all students are exposed to grade-level text and objectives, so everyone gets the opportunity to be successful with grade-level analysis and comprehension.

As she

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Retired schoolteacher Shea Palmer established Shea’s Classroom, a New Woodstock-based business that creates and shares elementary school teaching resources.

Submitted photo in August, h. Grey Supply Co. on Albany St. expanded next door into the space that previously housed J.D. hunter/home. the expansion, called H. Grey Social, offers espresso drinks and handcrafted mocktails, comfortable seating, and thoughtfully curated products from independent brands and small batch makers from around the U.S.

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the Shoppes at Johnny Appleseed, a creative retail space and eatery in Erieville, is celebrating its fifth anniversary this spring. Pictured: owners Florence Gilmore, left, and Erica Gilmore.

OBITUARIES

Pauline Monz, 91 retired library head

Pauline “Polly” Monz, 91, of Cazenovia, passed away Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, at Crouse Community Center in Morrisville. She was born April 2, 1931, in Harrisburg, PA, to Henry and Susanne Monz and was named after her maternal grandmother. Polly was a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree and earned her Doctorate of Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania in 1956. She continued her education at Syracuse University where she received her Master of Science in Library Science in 1976. Polly retired

in 1988 as the Acting Head of the Science Libraries at Syracuse University. In her leisure time Polly enjoyed lecturing at the Cazenovia Library, the Friends of Lorenzo and the Stone Quarry Art Park sharing her knowledge about nature and preservation. Her weekly article “Neighborhood Naturalist” was published in the Cazenovia Republican for 20 years was a favorite among Cazenovians.

Polly is survived by many close friends and caregivers.

At Pauline’s request there are no calling hours or funeral services. Contributions in Polly’s memory may be made to the Cazenovia Public Library, 100 Albany St., Cazenovia, NY 13035, the

Entrepreneur

was developing the activities, she shared them with teacher/author Rachel Lynette, whom Palmer credits as the creator of task cards. “She was the one who encouraged me to consider creating a store that would enable all educators to take advantage of my resources,” said Palmer. “So that’s when I created my business, Shea’s Classroom.”

Palmer added that although she started her business in 2016, she thought of it as a hobby until she retired from CSD in June 2021.

About a year ago, Palmer joined the Women Business Opportunities Connection (WBOC) — a Syracuse-based nonprofit that supports women in business through educational programs, networking, and collaborative opportunities — to help her start developing her business more seriously.

Although she had a solid background in education, Palmer recognized that she required assistance with the “business” side of her business. “In education, I had a team of colleagues to refer to whenever I was feeling discouraged or challenged,” she said. “Working as a sole proprietor, I do not have the same kind of support system. WBOC has provided me with a network of warm, friendly, female entrepreneurs who are always willing to listen

Pauline Monz

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and provide assistance when asked. I always leave our gatherings feeling empowered and grateful. The advice that they’ve provided me with has deepened my understanding and ability to become a successful entrepreneur.”

Today, Shea’s Classroom is prepared to work with a range of clients, including upper elementary classroom teachers, AIS/special education teachers, and administrators.

Palmer said that she thinks about the impact of her work on one student who was facing difficulties in school and was prone to violent outbursts.

“Anything to do with writing was definitely a trigger,” she recalled. “Using a scaffolded resource [that] I had created, their job was to write a short response. This had been a struggle up to this point. Working with assistance, they brought their completed response over and asked me to read it. As I read it, this student was standing nervously, both hands in their mouth, waiting. Using the scaffolds provided they were able to write a complete response. When I told them so, they looked at me and quietly said, ‘I think I’m beginning to like writing’. . . School can be so challenging for many of our students. If my resources help just one student feel they can be successful, then I’ve done a good job.”

To learn more about Shea’s Classroom, visit sheasclassroom.com.

As of Sept. 6, available items included cheeses from Murray’s Cheese, chocolate and cinnamon babka from Carnegie Deli, The Meatball Shop tomato sauces, Momofoku noodles, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, Rancho Gordo beans, Olympia Provisions meats, and specialty flavored maple syrups made in the Adirondacks.

According to Barr, the expansion has enabled him and Altomonte to make their original vision for H. Grey Supply Co. a reality.

Pre-pandemic, the couple came up with the idea of opening a boutique department store where shoppers could check out multiple categories of items and stop by a “Bevvy Bar” for a drink to sip while looking around or lounging in an inviting and safe space.

“Our core concept from the start has been inclusivity, diversity, and community, and that is exactly what you get at H. Grey Social,” said Barr. “This includes our staff that has organically come together as a motley crew of creative, caring, and hardworking members of our community. [They] each have their own outside dreams and endeavors that we hope H. Grey can be a resource for.”

Since acquiring their new space in May 2022, Barr and Altomonte have painted the ceiling and storefront H. Grey’s signature “Moscow midnight” (dark teal) color, redone the floors, and added a custom barista bar. They also took down a section of wall to allow for better flow between H. Grey Social and Supply Co., where shoppers can pick up sustainably made clothing from Marine Layer and Richer Poorer, up-cycled clothing from Found

Ephemeral (a brand by H. Grey team member and Cazenovia College graduate Nick Lanza), plant-based skincare from Three Ships Beauty, hand-made jewelry, PETA-approved vegan leather handbags and purses, cult favorite room scents and candles by P.F. Candle Co., a line of greeting cards designed by Barr, and more.

In addition to offering private shopping opportunities (call 315-815-501 6), H. Grey can also host private events, like gatherings for birthdays or showers. Additionally, community members and visitors can book in-person skincare and beauty tutorials with Barr or schedule group readings with “Alex the Medium.”

In September, Barr and Altomonte were working to schedule in-store events/pop-ups and to book guest artists to display their work as part of the “Grey Gallery.”

The business owners hope to eventually expand their space even further.

“We [have] this amazing back room with gorgeous tin walls and ceiling that we hope to incorporate in phase 2,” said Barr.

After “casually” opening H. Grey Social on Sunday, Aug. 7, Barr and Altomonte received positive input from locals and visitors.

“[People have] been really excited when they see the space and the products we are offering,” said Barr. “We have been very conscious of what products are easily available in our area, with the goal of supporting and complimenting what is here as well as offering products that are new and different. We are also committed to our ongoing efforts of contributing to Cazenovia and the families in the surrounding area, whether

it’s offering a safe space for students to come after school, in-store events with speakers and local talent, [or] continuing to organize and plan “Cazenovia Pride” events.”

For more information, follow @ HGreySupplyCo on social media or visit HGreySupplyCo.co m

In June, Erieville’s co-op style artisan marketplace, The Shoppes at Johnny Appleseed, celebrated five years of business.

Located at 3402 Old State Rd., the 20,000 square foot store is home to over 55 local artists and vendors offering an eclectic selection of items, including jewelry, glass, women’s clothing, candy, toys, cat and dog products, vintage housewares, artwork, antiques, furniture, garden items, and vinyl records.

The vendors lease space in the store but are not required to be present to sell their goods.

“This makes being a vendor at Johnny Appleseed easier and more accessible for the enterprising individual who is still working a traditional job but wants a creative outlet for their product,” explained Erica Gilmore, who owns The Shoppes with her husband, Patrick Gilmore, and mother-in-law, Florence

Gilmore.

On weekends, Patrick, who is the youngest of the eight Gilmore boys, runs The Apple Kitchen, an on-site eatery that serves a selection of homemade soups, grilled sandwiches, and desserts, like carrot cake and apple crisp. The eatery also offers New York State craft brews and Finger Lake wines.

Visitors to the store and eatery are invited to take a walk along the farm trail that encircles the family’s 80-acre property.

Florence and her husband, Owen, originally opened Johnny Appleseed in the 1960s as a working apple orchard. Eventually, they added a furniture store to the site to diversify the business.

The family-run store was a Madison County fixture and a shopping destination for customers throughout the northeast for decades before closing its doors several years ago.

After sitting empty for three years, the store reopened in June 2017 with a new name and a vision of providing a space for a like-minded community of creatives to market their unique wares.

“Looking back to that first day, it feels surreal but also satisfying to know

Mind the plows

Just as Christmas rolled around we were given a reminder of the cold and snow that are common this time of year.

While for the most part we did not receive the kind of snowfall that areas like Buffalo, where people are still digging out did, the storm and cold are a good reminder of some of the things we need to cognizant of this time of year.

One of the most obvious if somewhat overlooked parts of winter are the plows that go out at all hours from the local and county level to keep the roads as clear as possible and as safe as possible for those that have to be out driving under less than ideal conditions.

When plows are out on the road it is important to keep safety in mind.

Plows travel slower than other vehicles as they clear away the snow and while getting behind a plow can mean delays while driving, it is worth it to be patient and mindful of the work they are doing.

According to the Progressive Insurance company not all states differentiate between accidents involving plows and other vehicles, but it was noted these kinds of accidents do happen and given the massive size of plows these accidents can be particularly damaging.

According to Progressive, the Iowa Department of Transportation, for example, says an average of 46 accidents each winter involve a snowplo w. The department has paid more than $1.2 million to repair other vehicles and settle claims for injuries caused by these accidents.

Progressive goes on to remind drivers of some of the things that plow drivers are contending with.

According to Progressive plow drivers are dealing with limited visibility particularly if it snowing and plow drivers often work long shifts and odd hours in order to have roads as clear and safe as possible, so it is important to keep this in mind when nearing a plow on the road.

Progressive suggests drivers of other vehicles should drive defensively and be cautious around plows and give them plenty of room.

With this in mind drivers are reminded they should never try to pass a plow. Given the limited visibility plow drivers may have and the fact they are pushing snow out of the way, passing is a dangerous idea. It is also generally going to safer behind a plow that is clearing a road than trying to be in front of a plow where the road may not have been cleared already.

Drivers who are behind a plow should remember to keep a safe distance.

To properly clear the roads a plow generally goes about 35 miles per hour according to Progressive.

While this may feel slow and even make other drivers impatient it is best to keep a safe distance in the event a plow needs to stop or swerve abruptly.

And while it is not necessarily directly related to driving with plows, drivers should check that their vehicles tailpipes are clear after a heavy storm or after plows have come by.

A clogged tailpipe can lead to carbon monoxide entering your vehicle according to Progressive.

We appreciate the hard work done by plow drivers and their efforts to help keep us all safe on the road and by taking a little extra time and exercising some caution both plow drivers and other vehicles and their drivers can stay as safe as possible on the roads this winter.

ODE tO ClOSEtS

As life progresses you tend to weed out the uninspiring, the off-putting and the unnecessary. You even might have a go at the extraneous, the more-than-youneed, the elements that were once a good idea but now, not so much. After the work of removing the material elements that clutter up living, after all of the culling of life’s paraphernalia and, next to world peace, cures for horrible afflictions and your friends and family, there still remain … closets.

Ok, maybe closets come before some family members, but that’s a digression.

Closets give you more options for sorting the flowers from the weeds.

No matter the square footage of your abode, living a happy and contented life means having a place for the stuff of your life.

There is nothing more frustrating, more able to make you lose sleep, than standing in your house with some of that stuff in your hands and no place to put it.

So, there I was, with yet another mug with writing on it that is supposed to make it special. Where do I put it?

The cabinets are full. Do I replace one of the other “meaningful” mugs, glasses and cups? Will it live on the counter to hold pencils?

Do I add this to the other mugs that are holding pencils and pens, most of which don’t work?

What about clothes? Our house was built in the 1920s.

A house built in the late 20s for a middle class family would not usually have a plethora of space set aside for clothing. Thus it follows that the closets in our house are both few and small. By small, I mean not only in the amount of clothing that they will accommodate but they are so narrow that all of the hangers have to move at an angle for the doors to close.

Was this a mistake? Or, parenthetically, were clothes narrower then?

As stingy as our house is with closets, the

Support for Ukraine

To the editor:

My beautiful wife, Tamara, is from Ukraine. We met in Ukraine when I was teaching there; she has been with me in Cazenovia since 2012. My wife’s mother, brother and adult son are now refugees within Ukraine, living at a remove from a city in the Donbas known as Bakhmut, Tamara’s home town. Notice I don’t say at a “safe remove” because nowhere in Ukraine is safe.

If you’re following the news, you know that Bakhmut is currently the epicenter of the fighting in Ukraine – the city where combat is the fiercest. Consequently, devastation in Bakhmut is widespread. When Volodymyr Zelensksy, Ukraine’s hero-president, recently addressed a joint session of Congress, he presented Congress with a battle flag from Bakhmut signed by front line fighters.

Tamara and I went on Google Street View the other day and found her Mom’s building where Tamara grew up. Of course, it was photographed by Google before the war. It was an odd, disorienting feeling looking at the building – still intact on Google – and not knowing if it is still standing. Not knowing whether your home has been bombed to rubble is not an experience most Americans share.

Hold that thought. And then read this tribute posted recently by the great historian of eastern Europe, Yale Professor Timothy Snyder: Ukrainians have demonstrated extraordinary perseverance. The decision to resist at the beginning, crucial thought it was, has to be followed by that same decision, over and over, hour after hour, day after day, shelling after shelling, bombing after bombing, missile attack after missile attack, drone strike after drone strike. Ukraine is a country where most of the population has had to leave their homes, where whole cities have been destroyed, where millions of people right now

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house that I grew up in was even worse. Our house in Brooklyn had only two closets for six, sometimes eight people. Granted, we had only a few changes of clothing.

There were our school uniforms and shoes, our play clothes and play shoes and one outfit for going to church or attending special occasions.

The girls’ school uniforms hung on three hooks on the back of the door to their bedroom and the shoes lived under the beds. Everything else, including my brother’s clothes, my parents’ clothes and other items like suitcases, etc. were jammed into those two closets. Opening the door to one of them took some finesse.

There is this thing about closet space. If the closets are small, at some point it is determined you no longer needed hangers. You could just put a new item in between two others and the pressure would hold it up. You just have to accept that there will be wrinkles. There must be some kind of life lesson in that, but I’ve yet to decipher it.

After I’ve divested myself of the extras and am now searching for the sublime, I find that I’m not interested in larger rooms, an en-suite bathroom, more granite counters, a garage or even an autographed picture of Robert Redford.

In my fantasies, on my bucket lists there is, very close to the top …. a walk-in closet. It exists in all of its commodious and organized glory as a tantalizing achievement beyond reach. I do believe that if you look up paradise in the dictionary, you will find a picture of a walk-in closet.

And if we create our own paradise, as the poet Omar Khayyam says, you know where to find me.

Ann Ferro is a mother, a grandmother and a retired social studies teacher. While still figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, she lives in Marcellus with lots of books, a spouse and a large orange cat.

are denied access to electricity and water. Winter is coming, and the Ukrainians persevere.

Everything that the rest of us gain from Ukrainian resistance -- in terms of security, freedom, democracy, courage, pluralism -- depend upon this capacity to persevere.

Given the way we Americans process information and emotion, rapidly and with a hunger for the next thing, this element of our debt to Ukrainians might be among the hardest to appreciate. The Russian poet Mayakovsky, in his anti-imperialist poem “Debt to Ukraine,” asks “Do you know the Ukrainian night?”

And answers: “No, you do not know the Ukrainian night. Here the sky goes black from smoke.” We do not know the Ukrainian night. But this perseverance is a powerful debt to Ukraine.

Now comes the long slog. We’ve got to do everything we can to ensure that our leaders stick with Ukraine – that we persevere too. As Professor Snyder has remarked: “The least we can do is be on our own side.”

Because the Russians can’t beat the Ukrainians on the battlefield they are making war on the civilian population, weaponizing winter by destroying Ukraine’s lighting and heating infrastructure. To make the Ukrainian night a bit less black, you can donate to “United24,” a fund created by president Zelensky. The priority right now is to buy generators for hospitals. Here’s a link to the fund:u24.gov.ua/

BARRy SChREiBMAN Cazenovia

Proud of the work

To the editor: Happy New Year to you and your family. I hope that 2023 brings you and your family health, happiness, and prosperity. I’m very proud of the accomplishments of the Village of Fayetteville in 2022. We continue to see growth in our village programs at the senior center, recreation department, fire safety initiatives, commercial and residential markets continue to be

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strong. In 2022 we strengthened our village infrastructure with upgrades to our roads and parks, worked on updating our comprehensive plan to meet the challenges in the next decade, upgraded our village web site to make it easier to get information to you. The planning and zoning boards were busy working on commercial projects that will shape our village for decades to come. We are already in the process of looking at village projects for 2023 as well as 2024 to keep our village moving forward.

The village trustees and staff work every day to help make our village a better more vibrant village, while cherishing our history and planning for our future through listening, learning and being proactive not reactive. In 2023 we will continue this approach of working hard each and every day to make the Village of Fayetteville not only the best village in Onondaga County and New York but in the whole country. I look forward to the opportunities that are in front of us. I’m also realistic that the unknown will challenge us as a community and as a village. If we work together towards this common goal of making Fayetteville a place that we can all call home we can accomplish anything.

I hope you can take time during this busy holiday season to spend time with your family and friends, please take time to enjoy all that this incredible village has to offer. Special thank you to all our dedicated employees and volunteers who help make the Village of Fayetteville run. Your dedication to public service is inspiring. On behalf of the residents of Fayetteville thank you for your time and talents in making our community so special.

Thank you & Happy New Year. MARk

OlSON mayor of fayetteville

Refreshing letter

To the editor: The letter to the editor from Mr. Barry Schreibman during the month of December was a very refreshing Letters l

Ramblings from the empty nest Ann Ferro

FROM THE MAILBAG

Years Ago in History

by CinDy bell Tobey

95 years Ago – Jan. 5, 1928

G. D. Hermann and son of Oneida have purchased the house and lot on the northeast corner of Albany and Farnham streets of Miss Katherine Hughes of Harrison, possession given Jan. 1.

The new owners expect to take down the house on the property, now occupied by Charles Hart and family, and about March 1 will erect a gas filling station. This building, according to Monroe’s History of Cazenovia, has the distinction of being the first frame house erected in this village, having been built 184 years ago. This is what the history says:

“As in all pioneer settlements the building of the first frame house was an event of considerable moment. It signalized the progress and gave to the settlement a certain tone of civilization. The honor of the building this first frame house, or beginning it at least, seems to have fallen to a blacksmith. Major Forman, a little later, took over the house and completed it, with marked improvements and additions thereto, and this house has a history of more than passing interest, not alone because of its age but of its associations and relation to certain important events in the early days.”

75 years Ago – Jan. 8, 1948

Study of the Cazenovia Central School overall building expansion program, which is being conducted under supervision of the Board of Education at the request of the voters, brings constantly into clearer focus the probable cost to meet present needs, rather than the number of needs which may be met by any given amount of money.

That the study group is continually at work on the problem may be better understood when size and weight of the project are considered. Recommendations by the State have been closely reviewed, and all advisable omissions have been made therefrom.

Remaining for voters to consider are the following needs: 14 classrooms, gymnasium, expansion and cafeteria and kitchen accommodations. In other words, the State recommends the general equivalent of 46 classrooms, while the present building includes the equivalent of 32 classrooms.

55 years Ago – Jan. 10, 1968

Snow plowing services for two apparent village streets generated a blizzard of discussion at the village Board meeting last week. Charles W. Nash, superintendent of streets, inquired of the board if village plows are supposed to service Naomi Drive and Evergreen Lane.

He appeared in response to a question from a resident of Evergreen Lane about plowing that street. The question raised a counter-question from the board about whether the streets are village property or not. They had been built by a developer, and it was not certain whether they had yet reached the stage of officially dedicated village thoroughfares. Mayor Clarence A. Cook commented that the village should not plow streets it does not own. Mr. Nash replied that one of the streets is used as a snow plow turnaround, although neither is plowed regularly.

“If they pay village taxes, why don’t they have village plowing?” Mr. Nash asked.

Mayor Cook said that the developer has the responsibility of completing the streets in accordance with specifications before they can be dedicated by the village.

35 years Ago – Jan. 10, 1968

P and C Food Market is seeking a new home for its store on Albany St and is considering moving to the Town and Country Plaza, said a representative of P and C. Sue Hosey of P and C said Jan. 4 the grocery store chain is planning the move to better serve its customers. “We’re looking for a replacement store, including the possibility of Town and Country Plaza. The plans are not set in concrete though, “We’re still looking (at other sites).” P and C leases the building on Albany Street opposite Sims Lane, Paul’s Food Market, which had been in Town and Country Plaza for several years closed last month. Gordon Schutzendorf, owner and manager of the plaza, said expansion plans for the shopping center were in the preliminary stages December 31, but he declined comment on whether P and C Food Market might become the plaza’s newest tenant.

A storm in many

Much as we wanted to make the 140-mile or so drive west to see my immediate family in the Buffalo area, the ominous weekend forecast forced a change of plans – namely, staying in Syracuse and waiting it out.

What “it” turned out to be will live long in the memory of everyone who endured it.

There was the brutal combination of a heavy snowstorm and winds that routinely gusted more than 50 miles per hour, sending wind chills well below zero.

And it just….kept…going. Instead of a few hours, it lasted a few days, all during a holiday weekend, only adding to the cold gloom.

Much like the late-November snow event that smothered the suburbs south of Buffalo, this brought hard-to-fathom totals – three to five feet in downtown and places north and east of the city.

Even for an area well accustomed to big weather events in the winter, this was something else. The death toll kept climbing, people either stuck in the snow or unable to get assistance from ambulances that could not get through the snow.

Oh yes, the vehicles. People called into work just as the storm hit early on Dec. 23 found themselves unable to move by the time a driving ban was announced in Erie County.

A large chunk of the time spent digging out of the storm involved getting those cars out so that traffic could resume, ultimately requiring plenty of plows and rescue vehicles from outside Buffalo, plus the National Guard. Not to mention the power outages that only added to the woes.

As days dragged on, frustrations grew, too, leading to the inevitable blame game turned toward anyone in charge, especially elected officials. No matter what mistakes were acknowledged, the fury only grew.

Lost in the noise was that many of these same officials offered plenty of warnings, on television and all kinds of social media, about what the storm could bring and the need to stay home and stay safe, if at all possible.

Of course, some went out anyway, knowing employers might punish them for not going to work. Others just plain

did not listen, either because they were hardy or because they refused to take seriously what any person in charge might say, no matter how factual.

Here, in vivid illustration, is the consequences of a truth-challenged society. When facts are needed the most, they are ignored or dismissed by enough people to exacerbate a crisis, and everyone suffers as a result.

The blizzard has also exposed vast economic inequity. In Erie County, the suburbs gradually cleaned up and lifted driving bans, but the city of Buffalo took longer. No one needs a reminder of which portion of the area is mostly white and which one is Black.

Regardless, the more time spent pointing fingers and exchanging broadsides, the less time spent bringing everything back up to speed and learning the lessons for future storms.

You mean there will be more? Oh yes, if all the various natural disasters happening all over the planet are any hint. It’s called climate, yet another instance where inconvenient facts of science are crashing into the lives of those who prefer to seek out opinions that are….not scientific.

As always, though, humanity still shines through. It did with all those homeowners and businesses who took in stranded motorists, fed them and kept them warm. Or with essential workers that endured shifts of 24, 48, even 72 hours saving as many lives as they could.

They didn’t care one bit about who was in charge or which agency handled or mishandled their tasks. All that mattered was that people were in trouble and needed help. Next to that, everything else was trivia.

Now 2022 has ended and 2023 has started. Forget resolutions about physical health, wealth or relationships. A proper goal, for the 12 months ahead and beyond, is to look at everything around us and think about what can be done for someone besides ourselves.

Some that were in Buffalo through this epochal blizzard only cared about their own needs. Plenty more did not, and their example is worth following.

Phil Blackwell is sports editor at Eagle News. He can be reached at pblackwell@ eaglenewsonline.com.

piece of information that you had the courage and boldness to print.

Mr. Schreibman addresses within his letter two very significant points with regard to the collapse of Cazenovia College. His second point is the fact that enrollment in the college went down significantly when NY State created a new scholarship making it easier for kids from lower-income neighborhoods to attend SUNY for free.

And I would like to quote from his letter just in case your readers missed it

“This is why the school collapsed - not because it couldn’t refinance its bond. The failure to refi was an effect, not a cause. The college couldn’t refi because the new scholarship drove a dagger into the heart of its business plan: to entice low-income students to its campus, regardless of whether they could survive the first year academically, in order to capture the federal funding which attached to these students.”

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adoption fee of $75 each is asked. Donation goes toward vet bills and expenses. Email gordonsu@gmail.com

“Worry Free Guarantee,” which provides automatic refunds to patrons if performances are canceled.

SATURDAY, JAN. 7

A 12th Night Celebration

3 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, Cazenovia. The Syracuse Vocal Ensemble will perform seasonal choral music by Brahms, Holst, Stanford and more. Admission is $10 at the door.

TUESDAY, JAN. 17

Words Matter: Using Inclusive Language 8:15 a.m.-10 a.m. Virtual. CNY ATD will discuss how to use inclusive language, and how to better promote it in your organization. Interactive virtual program. CNY ATD Members - $25; Non-members - $40. Registration –https://cnyatd.org/upcoming_program1.

TUESDAY, JAN. 24

CNY ATD Coffee Chat

8:30 a.m. Panera, 3409 Erie Blvd. East. CNY ATD hosts informal meet-ups for talent development professionals to socialize, share stories/experiences, discuss issues, explore challenges, and learn from each other.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8

Employee Learning Awareness Roundtable

8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Virtual. A roundtable to discuss the importance of highlighting employee learning and for sharing ideas on shining the spotlight on employee learning in organizations.

SATURDAY, FEB. 14

Steeple Coffee House

7:30 p.m. United Church of Fayetteville, 310 East Genesee St. Featuring Jeffery Pepper Rodgers and Wendy Runsay. $15 includes the show, dessert, and coffee or tea. The building is accessible. $15 includes the show, dessert, and coffee or tea. The building is accessible.

SATURDAY, FEB. 28

Steeple Coffee House

7:30 p.m. United Church of Fayetteville, 310 East Genesee St. Featuring Isreal Haggan.

SATURDAY APRIL 8

Monster Jam Stadium Championship

JMA Wireless Dome, Syracuse. The most unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to Syracuse for an adrenaline-charged weekend. Tickets will be available for purchase online at ticketmaster.com.

ONGOING

MONDAYS Jigglebugs

Every Monday at 10:30 a.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Shake and move with Miss Windy! This program is intended for toddlers, but all ages are welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Chair Yoga Class 10:30 a.m. Fayetteville Senior Center, 584 E. Genesee St. This class is for those who wish to feel healthy, remain active, and slow the aging process. Yoga moves can be done sitting or standing. The DVD class runs for 54 minutes and is free for all members.

Story Time 11-11:30 a.m. East Syracuse Free Library, 4990 James St. Enjoy stories, music, and crafts.

TUESDAYS

Toddler Storytime 10:30 a.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Continue to support your toddler’s language and social development with storytime with Miss Karen. Intended for ages 0-3.

Baby Storytime 10:30 a.m. Story Garden, Cazenovia Library, 100 Albany St. Bring your baby for a lapsit story time! Features interactive movement and singing. Children under 3 only.

WEDNESDAYS Music & Movement 10-10:30 a.m. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St. Bring a blanket and join us for singing, dancing, and movement in the Greenspace.

Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Listen to Miss Karen read stories! Children are invited to share stories and social experiences that continue to support literacy and learning. This program is intended for children ages 2 ½-5.

Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. Cazenovia Library, Creekside Park (alternate location: story garden). Pack a blanket and join us for story time at Creekside Park! Storytimes will be outdoors as long as the weather allows.

Paws & Relax

3:45-5:15 p.m. every other Wednesday. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Feeling stressed? Need a study break or a furry snuggle? Love dogs and want to relax? Stop by the library for canine stress relief! The Manlius Library has teamed up with Pet Partners of CNY to bring therapy dogs to the Teen Room. No registration is necessary.

THURSDAYS

Free ESOL Class

10 a.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Practice your English skills for free in the library’s Community Room. Adults of all nationalities and skill levels are welcome. No registration is necessary.

Art Group

10:30 a.m. Parnell Hall, Fayetteville Senior Center, 584 E. Genesee St. Join for an informal get-together to work on art, projects, and hobbies with others. Please call 315637-9025 to RSVP.

Poetry Group

1 p.m. Fayetteville Senior Center, 584 E. Genesee St. Write, share, and listen to poetry. You do not have to have any experience to write or participate. Call 315-6379025 to RSVP.

Manlius Library Writers

3:30 p.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Join other writers to share your work, get feedback, talk about your practice, and more. All genres and experiences are welcome!

FRIDAYS

Let’s Sing 10:30 a.m. Fayetteville Senior Center, 584 E. Genesee St. Join for a piano accompanied sing-a-long followed by lunch at 12 p.m. Lunch will cost $5. Call 315-637-9025 to RSVP.

Tech Time 11 a.m. Manlius Senior Activity Centre, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Do you need help with your iPhone, laptop, or kindle? A librarian will be at the Senior Center every Friday to answer your tech questions. Call 315-6826400 to make an appointment.

FriYAY! Make it Day 11 a.m to 12:30 p.m. New Woodstock Free Library, 2106 Main St. Create make-andtake projects like sand bottles, Cricut crafts, and more. All are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Jazz Listening Parties with Dick Carr 12:45 p.m. Manlius Senior Activity Centre, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Join veteran disc jockey Dick Carr to listen to famous artists from the 20th century and the best of the big bands. Carr will provide historical information about the era and answer questions. This event is partnered by the Manliu library and is free to the public.

SATURDAYS

Create & Connect: Art Therapy Open Workshop for Teens 12:30 p.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave. Stop by for a drop-in art workshop led by a New York State licensed creative art therapist. No art experience required. All are welcome.

Planning Board

The Town of Elbridge is now accepting letters of interest for one open seat on the Town of Elbridge Planning Board. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month. Rate of pay will be based on experience. Town/Village residents only. Letters of interest will be accepted until January 27, 2023.

Please mail to Elbridge Town Clerk, PO Box 568, Jordan, NY 13080.

Board of Assessment

The Elbridge Town Board is now seeking letters of interest for three open seats on the Board of Assessment Review. Members meet 1-2 times, in the spring, each year. Training is required upon each 5-year term, and provided in April. Members are compensated per meeting. Town/Village residents only. Please send letter of interest to Elbridge Town Clerk, PO Box 568, Jordan, NY 13080 by January 27, 2023

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& Medicaid Services (CMS) were surveyed individually.

The remaining states were grouped into four regions. ASCs from these states were considered accordingly.

J-D students to tackle justice, equity, diversity and inclusion

Earlier this school year, a group of Jamesville-DeWitt High School students were invited to be members of the high school’s new JEDI Council.

This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 19 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website.

The America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2023 list highlights the nation’s top ambulatory surgery centers based on quality of care, performance data and peer recommendations, relative to in-state competition. For the first time, ambulatory surgery centers from all US states were included in the survey. The 25 states with the most facilities according to the U.S. Centers for Medicare

Based on the results of the study, Endoscopy Center of CNY is ecstatic to be recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2023.

“We have a wonderful team that is committed to providing excellent care in a friendly, safe atmosphere to our patients. Congratulations to the entire team at Endoscopy Center of CNY and Thank You for all of your hard work every day,” Kimberlee Reed, BS, RN, administrator, director of nursing, said.

Endoscopy Center of CNY is located in the Northeast Medical Center, Fayetteville, and has served patients’ needs since 2010.

At the beginning of school last fall, Principal Gregory Lawson gathered student leaders from the school’s existing clubs that focus on social justice, culture and equity for the council’s inaugural meeting. JEDI stands for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. The focus of the council is to give students a voice on issues that matter to them and an avenue to evoke change.

“I want to give them a seat at the table in terms of staff professional development and district policies,” Lawson said. “I want them to guide the work we do so we’re doing it through their lens. Their lived experience is unique. I don’t know it. You don’t know it. Their exposure to trauma motivates them to ad-

dress social change differently.”

Students’ connectedness to the world is different than any generation before them, Lawson said. Students have easy access to the internet, which opens the door to social networks and local, national and global news, sometimes in real-time, where they see and hear about traumatic events that they then must process, often on their own.

“There needs to be a space for them to talk and listen and have a voice,” Lawson said.

The group plans to meet regularly unless an event of hurt happens, in school or outside of school that could affect students in school. Then the council will come together with the school’s counseling team to come up with a plan of action.

The group will also create training videos for staff. The West Genesee High School JEDI Council, which Lawson

established when he was there during the 2021-22 school year, created videos that focused on such topics as racism and discrimination and gender, including pronoun usage. Lawson said the types of videos that J-D’s council will create will depend upon the issues that J-D students feel strongly about.

“It’s very empowering for the staff to see their students talking about these things,” Lawson said. “There’s an emotional response.”

Through their involvement with the JEDI Council, students will develop their leadership skills and learn to be more engaged and active in their communities. Lawson wants to show them that they can work within the system to make change.

“It’s going to be good work,” he said. “To address systemic change, you have to make systemic change.”

how far we have come and all that has been accomplished in five short years,” said Erica on May 24.

According to Florence, the most satisfying part of running a business is seeing an idea take shape.

“When we opened, we had just four vendors,” she recalled. “Over the course of the next year, it increased to 24, and by the end of our second year, we had over fifty. We have seen so much improvement in the merchandise, and we have a better idea now of how we want to appeal to our growing demographic.”

In 2022, The Shoppes added more jewelers, fused and stained glass artists, and a furniture manufacturer from Syracuse.

The Gilmores are continually striving to evolve and expand their business and offer more to the community.

“Our vision for the future involves watching The Shoppes continue to reshape and flourish with each new and different vendor,” Patrick said in May. “We plan to utilize the Apple Kitchen for parties, banquets, and catering opportunities. The Apple Kitchen is an indoor/ outdoor eating space with spacious seating and a fantastic country setting that can accommodate up to sixty people.”

For more information on The Shoppes at Johnny Appleseed, visit johnnyshoppes.co m

Awards/Recognition

In 2022, Community Bank, N.A. awarded its Cazenovia office the annual Branch Community Award, which recognizes one branch in each region for its unparalleled service to the local community.

The Cazenovia office was selected from more than 40 branches in the Central Region.

“Giving back to the communities we live and work in is what I feel sets us apart in this community,” said Community Bank Senior District Manager Barbara Houghton. “This is the first time the Cazenovia office has been chosen for this award. As an employee, this is a such a great honor . . .”

The Cazenovia staff decided to use its award to fund a $1,000 donation to Community Resources for Independent Seniors (CRIS), a local nonprofit that serves individuals 55 and older in the Cazenovia, Nelson, and Fenner areas.

The CRIS mission is to develop and coordinate supportive services that help seniors to preserve their independence, remain active and engaged in the community, and live safely and comfortably in their homes for as long as possible.

Houghton presented the donation check to CRIS Executive Director Karisha Solomon and the organization’s board of directors on March 9.

“I know that as a small organization [CRIS can get] overlooked,” said Houghton. “In times like this, our donation can really help the people that need it the most, which makes us all very proud to have chosen them.”

According to Solomon, the funds were put towards helping CRIS to continue offering supportive services and engaging opportunities for seniors.

The SBDC offers no-cost, confidential business advisement services to individuals and companies throughout Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga, Oswego, and Seneca counties. In celebration of National Small Business Week (May 1-7), the center presented “Small Business of The Year” awards to one business in each of the six counties it serves.

20|EAST is owned and operated by McKenzie Houseman, who also runs her family business, Cazenovia Cut Block, out of the same space.

Houseman and her late brother, self-taught woodworker Tim Hughes, launched Cazenovia Cut Block at the local farmers’ market in 2009.

In addition to selling cutting boards, bowls, wood islands, countertops, tables, and other custom pieces, the showroom also started carrying other items produced by local artisans and craftsmen.

When Houseman opened 20|EAST on Albany Street in 2017, she further expanded her offerings to include gifts, art, artisan products, fresh flowers, and numerous food items from all over Central New York.

“My vision for 20|EAST and Cazenovia Cut Block is to continue to support as many local businesses as I can,” said Houseman on May 31. “I want to continue to find new and interesting items to always have something exciting for my customers. I will continue to be a ‘Collector of Stories’ for all the food and gifts that are made by talented artists and makers. These stories are what make us special and make the buyer so excited to give their gift or keep it for themselves.”

Houseman also said she is excited to continue to be part of the local business community.

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Soon, customers started calling in the middle of the week to order items for pick-up at the market. They also began requesting expanded offerings, such as custom countertops, tables, and butcher block islands.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: MOLLY BROWN CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE ANESTHETIST SERVICES, PLLC. Articles of organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/23/22.

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Last spring, Cazenovia’s 20|EAST farm store at 85 Albany St. was named “Madison County Small Business of the Year” by the Small Business Development Center at Onondaga Community College (SBDC).

Notice of Formation of 491 Camp Crone LLC. Art. of Org. filed Sec'y of State (SSNY) 11/17/22.

Office location: Madison Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served SSNY shall mail process to: Tabitha Cleveland, 4680 Setting Sun Terrace, Syracuse, NY 13215. Purpose: any lawful activities.

CR-301672

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: BloomfieldOPS LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/23/2022. Office location: Madison County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 136 Harbour Town, Bridgeport, NY 13030. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

CR-301357

Notice of Formation of CARUSO & SONS PLUMBING AND CONTRACTING, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/19/22. Office location: Madison County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 2210 Wescott Rd., Erieville, NY 13061. Purpose: any lawful activities.

CR-301468

Notice of Formation of Churchs Gun Works LLC, a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC).

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/16/2022.

Office location: County of Madison. SSNY is designated as agent of

Notice

Office location: County of Madison. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 133 Pebblestone Dr, Chittenango, NY 13037. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

CR-303177

In 2010, the Cazenovia Cut Block showroom opened at 4157 Midstate Ln., just off Route 20 East, and in 2015, production moved to a warehouse at the same location.

NOTICE OF LLC FORMATION

Great Lakes Dental Supply LLC. Filed with SSNY on 12/7/2022. Office: Madison County. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: Po Box 619 Cazenovia NY 13035. Purpose: any lawful.

CR-303084

Office location: Madison County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at 4051 Nelson Rd., Cazenovia, NY 13035. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. CR-302028

NOTICE OF LLC FORMATION

Napoleon Cafe Mw L.L.C. Arts of Org. filed SSNY 11/28/22, Madison Co. SSNY design agent for process & shall mail to Myranda Wimett 5248 Cooper St Vernon, NY 13476 General Purpose. CR-303057

Notice of Formation of Nova Cyber Systems LLC, a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Plan for the Town of Cazenovia.

Dated: December 15 2022

Connie J. Sunderman, Town Clerk Town of Cazenovia CR-302749

NOTICE OF LLC FORMATION GB Life LLC, Arts of Org filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 12/19/2022. Cty: Madison. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 146 Madison St. Oneida, NY 13421. General Purpose. CR-303307

NOTICE OF LLC

FORMATION

Great Lakes Dental Supply LLC. Filed with SSNY on 12/7/2022. Office: Madison County. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: Po Box 619 Cazenovia NY 13035. Purpose: any lawful.

CR-303084

Name: IRWIN JS, LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 15, 2022. Office Location: Madison County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: P.O Box 4, Erieville, NY, 13061. Purpose: to engage in any and all business for which LLCs may be formed under the New York LLC law. CR-301939

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: MOLLY BROWN CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE ANESTHETIST SERVICES, PLLC. Articles of organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/23/22

Office location: Madison County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at 4051 Nelson Rd., Cazenovia, NY 13035.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on November 25, 2022. Office location: County of Madison SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 3339 West Lake Rd. Cazenovia, New York 13035. Purpose: any lawful purpose. CR-302108

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NOTICE

NAME OF

LIABILITY

(the Company"): Passion Nails of Oneida LLC DATE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION: December 5, 2022 COUNTY OF COMPANY'S OFFICE: Madison County AGENT: The Secretary of State of the State of New York has been designated as agent of the Company upon whom process against it may be served and 403 Lenox Avenue, Oneida, New York 13421 is the address to which the Secretary of State of the State of New York shall mail a copy of any pro-

undersigned Collector of Taxes of the Town of Nelson, County of Madison and State of New York, have duly received the tax roll and warrant for the collection of taxes within the Town of Nelson for the year 2023, and that I will receive payment for such taxes by mail, by utilizing the drop box located at the Town Office at 4085 Nelson Road, Nelson, New York, online at https://egov.basgov.com/townofnelson/ or by appointment from January 1st, 2023 through May 1, 2023 and that I have designated the following hours for receiving taxes: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1 p.m. through 4 p.m. (this excludes holidays). The office is closed Tuesdays. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that any taxes may be paid on or before January 31, 2023 without charge or interest. Taxes remaining unpaid after January 31, 2023 will have an additional one percent (1%) added for each month or part thereof until the taxes are returned to the County Treasurer, the first day of May 2023. Any tax bill in excess of $100.00 may be paid in two equal installments; the first to be collected

ALSO, State Law states that an unpaid Notice be sent on or before April 15, 2023 to all property owners. The expense of mailing this Second Notice of unpaid taxes shall be an additional $2.00 chargeable against each notice sent.

Deborah Costello/ Tax Collector Town of Nelson CR-302959

TOWN OF CAZENOVIA

TAX

AND WARRANT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT I, Connie J. Sunderman, the undersigned Collector of Taxes for the Town of Cazenovia, Madison County, State of New York, have duly received the Tax Roll and Warrant for the collection of taxes within the Town of Cazenovia for the year 2023, and I will attend at the Town Office Building, 7 Albany Street, Cazenovia, from January 2, 2023 through January 31, 2023 from 9:00 a.m until 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m on Fridays, a minimum of three (3) days each week, except Saturdays and Sundays, for the purpose of receiving taxes. If outside these hours, a drop box is located at the public entrance to the Town Office.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that taxes may be paid without penalty or interest through the 31st

“We have all gotten together to create ‘The pulse of Caz’ page on Instagram and Facebook,” she said. “It is called Eat Shop Play Caz. Our goal is to encourage people to come spend a day or weekend checking out everything we have to offer. There is so much.”

TOWN OF CAZENOVIA TAX ROLL AND WARRANT

SBDC Regional Director Bob Griffin and Paul Brooks, a certified business advisor for SBDC, presented the Madison County Small Business of the Year award to Houseman at her shop on May 3.

“I was completely blown away [by the news],” Houseman recalled. “I did not even know I was being considered. It seemed extra special as it is my fiveyear anniversary on Main Street. I have also been receiving treatment for my second go around with breast cancer since November 2021. I have not been able to work as much as I would like, and receiving the award meant so much.”

According to Brooks, SBDC based its decision on the business’ growth and sustainability, as well as its impact on the community.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT I, Connie J. Sunderman, the undersigned Collector of Taxes for the Town of Cazenovia, Madison County, State of New York, have duly received the Tax Roll and Warrant for the collection of taxes within the Town of Cazenovia for the year 2023, and I will attend at the Town Office Building, 7 Albany Street, Cazenovia, from January 2, 2023 through January 31, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Fridays, a minimum of three (3) days each week, except Saturdays and Sundays, for the purpose of receiving taxes. If outside these hours, a drop box is located at the public entrance to the Town Office.

“Five years in business and [20|EAST] has become the go-to business in the community for almost whatever you need,” said Brooks. “We were also impressed with McKenzie’s outstanding use of social media and digital resources to promote.”

To learn more about 20|EAST and Cazenovia Cut Block, visit 20-east.co m

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that taxes may be paid without penalty or interest through the 31st day of January 2023. On all taxes received after the 31st day of January, 2023, there shall be interest charged in accordance with Section 924a of the Real Property Tax Law for each month, or fraction thereof, until the return of unpaid taxes to the Madison County Treasurer, May 2023.

The Cazenovia-headquartered company One Health Group, Inc. (OHG) was included on Pepperdine Graziadio Business School’s fifth annual “Most Fundable Companies” list.

Competing against more than 4,000 early-stage US companies, OHG was one

through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Fridays, a minimum of three (3) days each week, except Saturdays and Sundays, for the purpose of receiving taxes. If outside these hours, a drop box is located at the public entrance to the Town Office.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that taxes may be paid without penalty or interest through the 31st day of January 2023. On all taxes received after the 31st day of January, 2023, there shall be interest charged in accordance with Section 924a of the Real Property Tax Law for each month, or fraction thereof, until the return of unpaid taxes to the Madison County Treasurer, May 2023.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that any tax bill in excess of $100.00 may be paid in two equal installments, the first to be collected no later than the last day of January 2023, and providing the first installment has been collected, the second installment with statutory interest may be collected no later than the last day of April 2023 (due to being on a Sunday, extended to the next business day).

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, pursuant to Section 987 of the Real Property Tax Law, a notice to the owner of each delinquent tax parcel will be mailed on or after the 31st day after the interest-free tax payment period has expired and no later than the sooner of the 85th day after such expiration or the 15th day prior to the expiration of this collector warrant. The expense of mailing the aforementioned notice is set by law at two dollars ($2.00) and is an additional penalty chargeable against each parcel and must be collected at the time of tax payment.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that pursuant to provisions of law, the Tax Roll of the Town of Cazenovia will be returned to the Madison County Treasurer on or about the 1st day of May

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that any tax bill in excess of $100.00 may be paid in two equal installments, the first to be collected no later than the last day of January 2023, and providing the first installment has been collected, the sec-

TDR Properties LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 11/21/2022. Cty: Madison. SSNY desig as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 10 Castle St. Oneida, NY 13421. General Purpose. CR-301793

NOTICE OF

LLC FORMATION

The Apulia House, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/5/22, Madison Co SSNY design agent for process & shall mail to John Testone 960 James St Syracuse, NY 13203 General Purpose. CR-302467

Notice of Formation of Windy Knoll Farms, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/7/22. Office location: Madison County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 5100 Temperance Hill Road, Cazenovia, NY 13035. Purpose: any lawful activity. CR-302589

of Formation of Churchs Gun Works LLC, a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC).

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/16/2022.

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LEGAL NOTICE COLLECTOR'S NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF TAX ROLL

TAKE NOTICE, that I Deborah J. Costello, the undersigned Collector of Taxes of the Town of Nelson, County of Madison and State of New York, have duly received the tax roll and warrant for the collection of taxes within the Town of Nelson for the year 2023, and that I will re-

on or before January 31, 2023 without charge or interest. Taxes remaining unpaid after January 31, 2023 will have an additional one percent (1%) added for each month or part thereof until the taxes are returned to the County Treasurer, the first day of May 2023.

Any tax bill in excess of $100.00 may be paid in two equal installments; the first to be collected no later than January 31 2023. Providing the first installment has been collected, the second installment may be paid with penalty on that half only, up to but no later than the 1st day of May 2023.

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On March 9, Community Bank District Manager Barbara houghton presented a $1,000 donation to Community Resources for independent Seniors, a nonprofit that develops and coordinates supportive services for individuals 55 and older in the Cazenovia, Nelson, and Fenner areas.

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the Small Business Development Center at Onondaga Community College (SBDC) named Cazenovia’s 20|EASt farm store “Madison County Small Business of the year.” Pictured left to right: SBDC Regional Director Bob Griffin, 20|EAST owner McKenzie Houseman, and Certified Business Advisor Paul Brooks.

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On Oct. 13, 2022, Pepperdine Graziadio Business School named Cazenovia’s One health Group, Inc. (OHG) as one of 16 companies included on its fifth annual Most Fundable Companies list. OHG Co-founder, President & Chief Innovation Officer Albert Di Rienzo received the award at the Most Fundable Companies event in Malibu, California.

New Woodstock Library hosts work of Martha Dorman

Stroll through this collection of garden flowers created in glass, ceramics and found objects to banish the winter doldrums when you visit the New Woodstock library in January and February. Martha Dorman’s show is her creative reuse of glass and ceramic plates, fashioned to create a beautiful indoor garden in the gallery room.

“On my journey, I remember being introduced to sculpture while studying at Cazenovia College,” she said in her artist’s statement. “My sculpture class opened my

eyes and my love for three dimensional art. I’m grateful to the New Woodstock Free Library for giving me the opportunity to display my collection and making a dream come true. My plates are drilled and glued to create ceramic flowers that can be displayed inside or outside.”

Dorman’s pieces will be on display during the months of January and February, some available for purchase.

For more information, please contact the New Woodstock library at 315-6623134 or newwoodstocklibrary.org.

Do you avoid playing with these types of annoying golfers?

Yes, I am admitting there are male golfers that exhibit behavior on the golf course that is, at the very least, unacceptable and at worst, deplorable. ere, I said it! Not all golfers are polite, civil and courteous. I know…I know, I have always told you male golfers are polite, sensitive, lovable characters that make great friends, boyfriends and wonderful husbands. Because there are always good and bad examples of poor behavior by individuals in anything we do, I believe there is also “good, bad and ugly” behavior by female golfers as well.

1. e Cell Phone Addict - Even when the phone is on vibrate, it buzzes in the cup holder and sounds like a y over by the Blue Angles. When it goes o during your swing, they apologize and suggest you take a mulligan. Even the President of the US can play a round without being disturbed. is cell phone addict, who might work at MacDonalds, takes calls the entire round like he is the NYS Regional Manager at MacDonalds.

2. e Greens Interpreter - is golfer sincerely believes they are playing e Masters on Sunday…every round they play. ey also have to crouch at least 4 times and then bob-up for their 3rd line-up and can’t start their putter back for 2 minutes. You try to get up enough nerve to say, “Need any help with that read? You’re going to miss it anyway”…but never do.

3. e Sulker - When this golfer has a bad day at the golf course, they have 3 options: laugh it o , drink it o or sulk-it-o . ey sulk and want to ruin your day by frowning and refusing to meet at the 19th hole because they have to go home to cut the grass.

4. e Explorer - When this golfer looks for “his” lost balls, it usually takes 6-8 minutes. ey have a habit of fumbling around looking for their ball in the “light rough” while you run the risk of getting “lime disease” looking for it in the high fescue. And two holes latter, when you have to look for your lost ball, you can’t nd him because he is at the next tee irting with the cart girl.’’

5. e Field Goal Golfer - ey kick anything they can get their hands on a er missing a 3 foot putt…hat, glove, golf bag, cart, etc. And… their language would make Dave Chapelle blush. You know who they are.

6. e Blame Game Golfer - ere is always a good reason for “every” bad shot they make, but it is “never” for their bad swing. It was either the wind, rain, sun, slippery grip, the alcohol they drank the night before, the celebrating foursome on the other hole, the wrong socks, reading too many golf tips, girlfriend issues, etc., etc.. It’s never their Charles Barkley swing.

7. e Golfer/Swimmer - If your ball ends up in a water hazard, no problem for the golfer/swimmer. ey can nd it for you. ey have a $200 telescopic ball retriever. A er 4-5 minutes in the water they hand you a $1 Top-Flight from 1997. In the meantime, your Pro V1 is still at the bottom of the lake with the Tilapia…and you know what they eat all day long.

8. e Let-Me-Show-You Golfer - ese are the golfers who “always know best”. ey have just had a few lessons and want to make sure you reap the bene ts of their education and teaching skills.

9. e Bad Loser - ey “shout” and dig up the tee, fairway or bunkers and the lo s on their clubs are never correct from banging them on bushes or trees. ey also can go silent with that tacky, hurt expression on their puss. Either way, give them a “short” period to realize how silly they are reacting.

10. e Cheater - ese golfers usually know the Rules of Golf better than most of us and want everyone to play exactly by the book. ey will never admit they cheated but what looks like a bad shot from the Cheater, seems to not only have a clear shot to the green but an amazing lie from o the fairway that looks like it is sitting on a tee in the ground.

ere they are…My “Top 10”. If you have other examples, please send them to me: teetimewiththepronoun@yahoo. com.

Indoor track Lakers, Bears star at holiday meets

By Phil BlACkWEll

Though many area indoor track and field teams rested during the holiday break, boys athletes from Cazenovia and Chittenango took part in two different events.

Cazenovia was part of the CNY Holiday Classic at Utica University’s Hutton Dome, where, thanks to Branden McColm and Jaden Kaplan, the Lakers picked up 21 points to finish 15th in a field of nearly 40 as Saratoga Springs (63 points) claimed the top spot.

McColm contended for the 1,000-meter title, finishing in two minutes, 43.17 seconds, runner-up to the 2:37.64 from Albany High’s Graham Richard. Later, in the 800-meter run, McColm ran to fifth place in 2:11.98.

As for Kaplan, he got got fourth place in the 600-meter run in 1:29.16, not far from the winning 1:28.43 by Central Valley Academy’s Tanner Warner. Kaplan also took fifth place

in the 400-meter dash in 52.45 seconds as Warner won in 51.55.

Chittenango was part of the Westhill Invitational at Onondaga Community College’s SRC Arena that same day, where Joseph Lin was victorious in the 55 hurdles, his 8.22 seconds beating the 8.39 from Baldwinsville’s Jackson Creelman.

Caleb LeBlanc, in 2:48.37, was second to B’ville’s Jeff Ragonese (2:46.89) in the 1,000, with LeBlanc, Lin, Shamus Eiffe and Tom Navin third in the 4x400 relay in 3;55.39.

On the girls side for Chittenango, Jordan Wagner contended for the long jump title, going 15’7” to finish third as Westhill’s Kate Bendall won with 16’1 1/4”.

Allie Bartoszek was ninth in the 55 hurdles in 10.06 seconds, with Sophia DiGennaro ninth in the 600 in 1:52.83 and Laura Powers ninth in the 1,500-meter run in 5:27 flat.

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Candidates for reporting positions should have a curious mind, strong writing skills, an understanding of journalistic practices. Photography skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, InDesign, WordPress, and other web-based programs are a plus. Professional journalism experience is preferred but recent graduates or community-minded people looking for a new career are welcome to apply.

This full-time position includes reporting on community news and events, working with our team on the production of the newspapers, and communicating with the community through our website and social media platforms. We offer a competitive wage, health insurance, retirement savings and paid vacation time.

Coverage responsibilities will require attendance at events and meetings in the communities we serve.. Reliable transportation is a must. Hours are exible depending on coverage needs. Although of ce space is available at our of ces in Syracuse, remote work is the norm for many on our editorial team.

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Perry Noun is the former executive director of the Northeastern NY PGA as well as a competitive amateur golfer and winner of the New York State Super Senior Amateur Championship. Perry Noun can be heard on “Tee Time With The Pronoun” on... News Radio 570 WSYR and 106.9FM.

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New Woodstock library will host the works of artist Martha Dorman

Caz hockey reaches final of holiday tournament

By Phil BlACkWEll

Strong performances by the Cazenovia ice hockey team in the Cortland-Homer Holiday Tournament meant that it would go into 2023 with plenty of momentum, and it did reach the finals before running into Section III’s lone remaining unbeaten side.

The Lakers took on Ontario Bay in last Wednesday’s opening round, and the fact that it kept up with the Storm in a wild second period proved crucial in a 7-5 victory.

A quiet start meant that Cazenovia led 1-0 going into the second, where Ontario Bay, led by Zach Blevins (two goals), Jake Amidon and Owen Newton (two assists apiece), would find the net four times.

Yet the Lakers also got four goals in that frame, maintaining a 5-4 advantage, and would convert twice more in the third to double its eventual winning

margin.

Leading Cazenovia again, Forrest Ives had a three-goal hat trick, while Jack Donlin amassed a season-best four assists to go with his lone tally.

Other goals went to Logan Hull, Finn Hagen and James Dapson, with Bryson Weaver, Jacob Grevelding, Nat Gale and Braden Carnahan getting one assist apiece as the Lakers took 40 shots to the Storm’s 14.

Unbeaten CortlandHomer awaited in Thursday’s final, the Golden Eagles having topped Fayetteville-Manlius 4-2 in the other opening-round game.

For most of the first period, it remained scoreless, Cazenovia killing off two penalties and Ezra Stahlberg making 15 saves.

But when Ryan Spalding converted just before the period ended, it put the Golden Eagles in control and it carried over into the second, when CortlandHomer scored four times,

negating a lone Lakers tally by Shamus Newcomb.

Eventually Cazenovia lost 8-2, with Jack Casey getting his first career goal

in the third to double the Lakers’ total. Ives and Donlin were both named to the All-Tournament team as Stahlberg and Tucker

Ives combined for 31 saves. Mitch Riter led the Golden Eagles with four goals and one assist.

The first week of the new

year will see Cazenovia on the road, going to Meachem Rink to face Syracuse Tuesday before visiting Whitesboro two nights later.

Chittenango boys basketball team beats Schalmont

By Phil BlACkWEll

Having made its way to no. 21 in the state Class B rankings, the Chittenango boys basketball team continued to gain momentum in its last game of 2022.

The Bears met Section II’s Schalmont last Tuesday in the Rome Free Academy Showcase, again leaning heavily on the trio of Alex Moesch, Ty Kelly and Ryan Moesch to beat the Sabres 84-67.

Amid a torrid pace, Chittenango

of 16 start-ups to be included on the list and one of only three to achieve the Platinum designation, the highest recognition attainable.

OHG is a medical innovation company that works at the intersection of animal and human health. It is the developer of “Voyce,” a pet wearable technology intended to transform healthcare for animals, including companion animals, production animals, equines, and service animals.

“Leading with our extensively patented, proven, and unique animal health data acquisition, data analytics diagnostic platform called Voyce, users can know and manage the health and wellbeing of animals in their care — anywhere, at any time,” said OHG Co-founder, President, and Chief Innovation Officer Albert Di Rienzo, who is a Cazenovia resident.

Di Rienzo explained that Voyce was

built a 41-31 advantage by halftime, and didn’t get rattled even when Schalmont pulled within range, 60-55, by the end of the third quarter.

Leading the late getaway, Kelly had 25 points, most of it from six successful 3-pointers. Ryan Moesch and Alex Moesch both converted twice outside the arc as Ryan had 24 points and Alex 23 points. Brendon Barnard added six points.

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developed by experienced founders in collaboration with animal health professionals to collect, analyze, and communicate a wide variety of accurate, context-based biomedical health data via a small, safe, noncontact ultra-wideband radar sensor, a mobile app for displaying health status and alerts, and a cloudbased dashboard with predictive analytics that is founded on over a million hours of animal data.

The Most Fundable Companies initiative was launched as a free resource to help entrepreneurs assess their readiness for private investment. All startups that complete the program’s pre-screen and qualifier surveys receive a customized report with feedback on how to structure and position their business to improve investment opportunities.

Participants are evaluated on several variables, including financial projections, market opportunity, intellectual property, competitive advantage, and management-team expertise. According

ketball team hosted its own holiday tournament, which began last Tuesday with a 37-25 defeat to Mexico.

The Tigers outscored the Bears 10-3 in the second quarter to gain control, and were carried by Alyssa Ingersoll, whose 26 points topped the entire Chittenango roster. Mia McReynolds (10 points) and Alazayah Smith (seven points) accounted for most of the Bears’ production.

A day later, in the consolation game

to a press release announcing the winners, these variables are then used “to generate objective and customized feedback and scoring to improve readiness for funding.”

Di Rienzo founded OHG in July 2017 with Mark Frazer, Jeremey Junnila, Paul Tupin, and Michael Stanfield. Although the company is headquartered in Cazenovia, the team works virtually with personnel in North Carolina, New York, and Virginia.

against Jordan-Elbirdge (who lost to Phoenix in the other opening-round match-up), the Bears lost 53-24, unable to recover from a first quarter where the Eagles outscored them 21-5.

Mexico won a thrilling title game 4341 over Phoenix, the Tigers, who play Cazenovia this week, improving its overall record to 7-1 as Alyssa Ingersoll, with 18 points, was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player.

On Oct. 13, 2022, Di Rienzo accepted the award at the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School in Malibu, California.

“[Being selected as a Platinum company] means One Health Group is the Most Fundable and has excellent potential for market success, is derisked compared to other possible investments, and has great potential to return significant value to its investors,” Di Rienzo said.

To learn more about OHG, visit onehealthgroup.co m

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