Hal Henty honored with park naming

By AndREw wEllivER

Long time Clay resident Hal Henty was recognized for his dedication to his local community on June 10.

At a ceremony at the park formerly known as the Willow Stream Park, its name was changed to the Hal Henty Community Park in recognition of his service, and time spent helping the community of Clay.

On April 3, the Clay Town Board decided that Henty would be honored for his service and the recognition was presented to him at the June 10 ceremony by Town Councilor Kevin J. Meaker.

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Approximately 40 people were in attendance to celebrate Henty including his friends, family, and members of the town board.

With a population of over 60,000 people, Henty has done a lot to give back to his community.

John Sheridan, coach of LiverpoolUnifiedBasketball andreW WeLLiver Hal Henty was recognized for his years of work for the Town of Clay at a ceremony where willow stream park was renamed in his honor. has felt the impact Henty has had on him and the athletes he coaches.

“Hal is a large part of youth athletics, and it means a lot to us,” he said. “This guy loves his community.”

Henty served the town for more than 36 years before and after his retirement holding multiple positions including assessment clerk, codes officer, town assessor, and the town’s unofficial professional photographer.

After retirement, he served as a member of the town’s zoning board of appeals, and he currently serves on the town’s planning board.

Henty has shown support for the public safety, welfare, and livability in the Town of Clay by working towards safe and proper planning efforts.

Henty has emphasized the importance of maintaining quality public spaces for the residents of Clay to enjoy.

“We are always looking to improve and put more green areas into the community,” Henty said.

Following the dedication ceremony Henty thanked the whole community for the work they have done.

“The community has had great leadership over the years and volunteers,” he said.