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Big trucks banned liverpool passes local law

The current fine for such an offense is $50, but Mayor Stacy Finney predicted that amount will be increased.

“As it stands – at $50 – it’s not even a slap on the wrist,” Finney said.

The board – Finney and trustees Melissa Cassidy, Rachel Ciotti, Matt Devendorf and Mike LaFontagne – then unanimously approved the new law.

Two other measures were approved but not unanimously. In fact, the resulting votes reflected the new partisan makeup of the village board, as three Democrats voted in favor and the two remaining Republicans – Devendorf and LaMontagne – opposed it.

So Finney’s appointment of Bob Bradt as new chairman of the village planning board, replacing longtime Chairman Joe Ostuni Jr., passed by a vote of 3 to 2.

Bradt has been a planning board member since November 2020 while Ostuni began as a planner in 1995 before becoming chairman nearly 20 years ago. Ostuni also serves as chairman of the village Republican Party.

Several other mayoral appointments were unanimously approved by the trustees as part of its annual organizational meeting on July 10, including two new members of the zoning board of appeals, Amy Lago and Jeremiah Thompson. Two re-appointments to the tree committee – Chairwoman Yvette Hewitt and member Holly Granat – also received unanimous approval.

But when it came to scheduling a public hearing on Aug. 14 to consider changing the annual village election day from June to November, the two Republicans opposed it. By a vote of 3 to 2, the trustees approved next month’s public hearing.

New mayor, trustees sworn in.

Before the July 10 meeting was called to order, newly elected Liverpool Mayor Stacy Finney and new trustees Melissa Cassidy and Rachel Ciotti were sworn into office by Liverpool Justice Anthony LaValle.

Before administering the oaths, the judge reminded elected officials and residents alike that they all have a responsibility to work together for the betterment of our community.

Ten accidents in June

At the village board’s monthly meeting on July 10, Police Chief Jerry Unger reported via memo that his officers made 180 traffic stops and issued 163 citations for violations of the state’s vehicle and traffic laws in June.

Ten accidents were investigated here last month, and two motorists were issued parking tickets. Officers made 32 residential checks and 171 business checks in June while responding to a total of 480 incidents and calls for service. That number represents an average of 16 calls answered per day.

The LPD arrested 20 individuals last month on 22 criminal charges.

AchiEvERS Liverpool resident promoted

James Mahler has been promoted to director of food and beverage for Loretto Housing. He previously managed food and beverage operations at The Nottingham’s Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Residence facilities in Jamesville. In this expanded role, he will continue to manage operations at The Nottingham, as well as oversee the food and beverage operations at Buckley Landing, Sedgwick Heights, The Bernardine Apartments and The Heritage Apartments.

“Jim exemplifies our Loretto mission and values, and is a true expert in his craft,” said Jennifer Ingerson, vice president of housing at Loretto. “Not only do our residents benefit from his operations expertise and incredibly positive demeanor, but he is also an exceptional coach and leader to our staff.”

Mahler joined Loretto as dining services director at The Nottingham in 2016. During his time at Loretto, he has been recognized with the organization’s Star Award for his exemplary work with the design and operations of The Bistro and The

Clubhouse at The Nottingham—which bring new healthy and “in-demand” options for Loretto’s next generation of residents.

Prior to joining Loretto, Mahler served as director of food and beverage at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo for more than a decade. He resides in Liverpool with his family.

MilESTONES

Patricia and Donald McLaughlin of Liverpool were married on June 29, 1963, at St. Patrick’s Church, Miami Beach, FL. Pat and Don celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a renewal of their wedding vows at their home followed by a week-long family reunion at a lodge in the Adirondacks.

Don retired from Lockheed Martin where he last served as the director of corporate financial services. Pat retired from the Liverpool Central School District where she served as a teaching assistant. Don and Pat enjoy traveling. Both have been active in their community. Don served 20 years as a member of the Clay Town Board and seven years as trustee of the Liverpool Public Library. He currently volunteers with the Spiritual Care Department at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Pat volunteers at BOCES with Adult Literacy Services. Both are also active in their parish, Pope John XXIII Church,

Liverpool.

They are the parents of four cherished children and their spouses: Brian (deceased) and Elaine of Austin, TX, Barry (Kacey) of Evergreen, CO, Laura (Drew) Calderwood of Liverpool and Donna (Mark) DeRycke of Fairport, NY. They treasure their nine grandchildren and love the times spent with each of them. They are blessed by these 60 years and by the family that shares in their

SHA announces basketball tourney

On July 22, 29, and 30, Syracuse Housing Authority (SHA) will again host its $10K Youth Basketball Tournament, and this year a girl’s league will be added.

The tournament’s intention is to provide youth at risk of perpetrating or being victims of community violence an opportunity to create positive and healthy connections with adults throughout our city. SHA hopes to use this event as a catalyst initiative to prevent youth violence and exemplify alternative pathways to destructive behavior.

Like past years, throughout the tournament, SHA will facilitate a positive connection to adults within our community by incorporating mini-classes and training in the areas of financial empowerment, health and wellness, and offer exposure to education and job training programs.

SHA also aims to bridge the gap between law enforcement, first responders, and connect participants with different community groups and organizations.

Examples of last year’s tournament community sponsors and partners were Pepsi, Planned Parenthood, Syracuse Build, 100 Black Men of Syracuse, Pathfinder Bank, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse Fire Department, OG’s Against Violence, Vera House, Inc., On Point for College, and more. Opening ceremonies by Executive Director Simmons and others will start at 10 a.m.

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