Roberts Wesleyan’s Brynn King makes U.S. Olympic pole vault team
by Steve Bradley, Athletics Communications Consultant
Rotary recently honored Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES on Big Ridge Road as their Business of the Month. Pictured from left are: Jim Musshafen, Board Member (Wheatland-Chili); Michael May, Board Member (Spencerport); Rotarian Steve Toms; Chuck Phillips, Board Vice President (Greece); Kelly Mutschler, Board Clerk and Assistant to the District Superintendent; Rotarian Anne Forberg; Jo Anne Antonacci, District Superintendent; Gerry Maar, Board Member (Brockport); Tom Schulte, Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Programs; Dennis Laba, Board President (Gates Chili); Steve Roland, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations; Melanie Dickson, Administrative Assistant for Finance and Operations; Darin Milazzo, Security Worker; and John Abbott, Board Member (Hilton). Provided information and photo.
Brynn King has never been to Paris, but the Roberts Wesleyan University pole vault standout is headed there this summer.
King cleared a career-best 4.73 meters (15-feet, 6 1/4-inches) soaring from eighth place to third at the U.S. Olympic Trials at the University of Oregon’s historic Hayward Field on June 30 to earn a coveted spot on the U.S. Olympic team and a trip to France for the 2024 Paris Games.
“I was so excited,” said King, who topped her previous best by five centimeters. “At that point I did not know that it put me on the team, but I knew that it was a PR (personal record), I knew it gave me a good shot and I knew that it put me back in the meet where I would be able to take three attempts at the next bar.”
King didn’t need them.
The Woodlands, Texas, native secured a place on the U.S. squad when 2016 Olympic silver medalist Sandi Morris missed all three of her attempts at 4.73 meters, leaving King, Bridget Williams, and 2020 gold medalist Katie Moon as the last three vaulters in the original field of 24 standing.
King joins her coach, Roberts assistant coach and pole vault coordinator Jenn Suhr, as an Olympian. Suhr, a 2004 Roberts graduate, is a three-time Olympian who won gold in 2012 and silver in 2008.
“I don’t even know how to describe it,” Jenn Suhr said. “One minute you are thinking that we might be out of it and the next thing you know, she is on the team. These are the underdog stories that people love to see, and they are the stories that are amazing to be a part of.”
King made her first attempt at 4.28m (14-0 1/2) on Sunday and passed at 4.43m (14-6 1/4) before clearing 4.53 meters (14-10 1/4) on her second jump to advance to the final eight.
After missing her first attempt at 4.63m (15-2 1/4), King leaned heavily on the advice of Rick Suhr, Jenn’s husband and former coach who was seated in the front row, to change strategies on the fly while adding another chapter to her inspirational story.
“I’ve made (4.73) once in practice,” King said during a phone conversation in between her victory lap and the medal ceremony. “I trust Rick and I knew that I just had to sit there and wait. He knew what was best for me, I knew that I had to keep my nerves down and just listen to exactly what he said and that was what I was trying to do.
“I kept walking over, listening to him and repeating what he was saying in my mind. He told me from the beginning that he knew that I had it today and to believe in him, even if I didn’t believe in myself, and that’s what I tried to do.”
King passed on her final two attempts at 4.63 and, with three vaulters who had already met the Olympic standard clearing 4.68m (15-4 1/4) before her turn, King passed again knowing that she would need to make 4.73m, in order to qualify for the Olympics, anyway.
“She missed at 4.63 on her first and then we had to play the game,” said Jenn Suhr, who is the only woman to win the U.S. Olympic pole vault trials three times. “Whether she made it at 4.63 or 4.68 didn’t matter. We knew that she had the pole and the grip to make 4.73.”
“I didn’t want to waste energy on jumps, so (Rick Suhr) was telling me whether to pass depending on who made it,” King added. “When he told me to pass, I told myself that my priority was to not think about it, don’t make your own decisions, to just sit there, listen and absorb what he is saying and do exactly what he says.”
King executed the plan perfectly, clearing 4.73 on her first attempt after Morris opened the door with a miss on her initial effort.
“The moment that she missed, I turned around and was like, ‘All right, this is my opportunity to get in there and steal it,’” King said. “I was like, ‘This is my time, let’s go.’ I jumped good in warm-ups and I was on big poles, so I knew that when I cleared that bar that I was in the meet and I had a chance to keep fighting for my spot. It was kind of crazy.” continued on page 3
Brynn King is headed to Paris, having earned a spot on Team USA for the 2024 Summer Olympics. Photo courtesy of Kirby Lee, USA Today
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The Monroe 2-Orleans Board of Cooperative Education selected Dr. Thomas K. Putnam as district superintendent and formally appointed him to the position on June 26, 2024. Dr. Putnam will assume his new role September 1, 2024. He succeeds Jo Anne Antonacci, who is retiring on August 31, 2024.
“Dr. Putnam has the diversity of experience necessary to maintain the excellence our BOCES strives for,” said BOCES 2 Board President Dennis Laba. “He is well-respected throughout the region and has proven himself as an exemplary leader during his career. We have complete faith in his
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ability to build upon the foundation Jo Anne has helped create over the past 47 years at BOCES 2.”
Dr. Putnam is currently the superintendent of the Penfield Central School District, a position he has held since 2015. He previously served as acting superintendent since July 2014 and as principal of Penfield High School for four years. He also served as an assistant principal at PHS and at Greece Olympia High School.
Dr. Putnam holds his doctorate in educational leadership from the University of Rochester, his master’s degree in curriculum development and instruction technologies from SUNY Albany, and his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from SUNY Cortland.
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as the next district superintendent of Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES,” said Dr. Putnam. “I look forward to collaborating with the dedicated faculty, staff, students, and component school districts to enhance educational opportunities and to achieve new heights of success together.”
Monroe One BOCES District Superintendent Daniel White assisted the BOCES 2 Board as search consultant throughout the process. Provided information and photo
King makes Olympic pole vault team
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“To pass two consecutive bars and to have to PR by five centimeters to make the Olympic team, nobody’s ever done that,” Rick Suhr said. “It’s just surreal.”
King missed one attempt at 4.78 meters (15-8 1/4), but with her dream realized she became overwhelmed with emotion and decided to stop jumping for the night. She planned to celebrate by enjoying Voodoo Doughnuts with her biggest fan, 14-year-old sister, Camryn.
The U.S. Olympic Trials is widely considered the most difficult meet in the world. The field starts with 24 qualifiers and is cut in half after the first round. To make the Olympic team an athlete must finish in the top three and have met the Olympic standard within the past year.
“It’s the only place where third is first,” Rick Suhr said. “It does not matter. You have to play your cards to finish third. We had just enough training and just enough time to make that bar. She made that thing clean and the place went ballistic.”
While history will show that King qualified for the Olympic Team on Sunday, June 30, 2024, Rick Suhr believes otherwise.
King advanced to Sunday’s competition after qualifying in a three-way tie for 11th on Friday, June 28. She cleared 4.35m (14-3 1/4) on her first try but was unsuccessful on three attempts at 4.5m (14-9).
“We did not look good,” Rick Suhr said.
So, while others were taking a break from training on Saturday, King and Rick Suhr, who is a volunteer assistant at Roberts, went to the Lane Community College track to practice takeoffs and grips. They were the only people there.
“That’s where she made the team,” Rick Suhr said. “We were the only ones out there for an hour and a half. We had to get it right and we figured it out. We had our strategy and it didn’t matter whether we finished 13th or fourth, we had to take our shot.”
And they made it.
“It’s that dedication and that work ethic,” Jenn Suhr said. “It’s also the magic that Rick has as a coach. He took a broken athlete and got her to believe in herself and to believe in him.”
The Olympic berth caps a recordbreaking first year at Roberts for King, who transferred from Duke University, where her career-best was 13-11 1/4. She set the NCAA Division II indoor record (4.41m), breaking a 14-year-old
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mark, in her first meet as a Redhawk on December 1, 2023. She broke her own record seven times, including an effort of 4.65m (15-3) while becoming the first Roberts Wesleyan student-athlete to win an NCAA championship on March 8 in Pittsburg, Kansas.
She was named East Coast Conference Indoor Track and Field Women’s Athlete of the Year, first-team AllAmerica, United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Division II East Region Women’s Field Athlete of the Year, and USTFCCCA DII National Women’s Field Athlete of the Year.
She picked up where she left off after her historic indoor season, setting a Division II outdoor record by clearing 4.60m (15-1) at the Redhawk Invitational on March 14, just six days after she won the indoor national championship.
King followed that up with another record-breaking performance at the Texas Relays on March 30, setting a meet and NCAA Division II record by clearing 4.68m (15-4 1/4) in her home state.
She also broke a 13-year-old meet record (4.51m, 14-9 1/2) by winning the Kansas Relays on April 19. King then shattered the East Coast Conference record by four feet (15-1) on May 2.
King was named the ECC Outdoor Track and Field Female Athlete of the Year on May 17 and took first place in the 2024 adidas Atlanta City Games a day later with an effort of 4.54m (14-10 3/4).
King made history again five days later, winning her second NCAA Division II championship at Emporia State University. After missing on her first two attempts, King rebounded to set meet and facility records while clearing 4.60m (15-1). She is the first student-athlete from the East Coast Conference to win multiple individual NCAA titles.
She was named First-Team AllAmerica by the USTFCCCA and East Region Division II Field Athlete of the Year on June 3. She received the Jerry Flynn Award Area College Athlete of the Year Award from the Rochester Press-Radio Club on June 11.
King, who was scheduled for several hours of Olympic processing on Sunday night – including trying on Team USA gear for the first time – plans to return to Rochester to continue training before leaving for the Olympics, which begin on July 26.
“I’ll have to stay away from the croissants and stuff until I’m done, but after that it will be all me,” she joked.
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Blood Drive
•Blood drive in memory of Joseph Marhatta on Wednesday, July 31, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the American Legion, Ferris Goodridge Post 330, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: AmericanLegionSpencerport to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Events
•The Village of Brockport Summer Serenades concert series is held on Thursdays at the Brockport Welcome Center (rain location St. Luke’s Episcopal Church). The Swooners perform on July 11 at 7 p.m. For information, visit brockportny.org.
•The Hilton-Parma Gazebo Band will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a free summer concert on Wednesday, July 10, 7:30 p.m., at Orchard Community Church, 2285 Latta Road, Greece.
•Homesteads for Hope Community Farm, 2185 Manitou Road, Spencerport, hosts Thursdays at the Farm from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music and grab a bite at the Pizza Grill or Farm Store and Café. There will also be vendors and pony rides.
Jenny & The Journeymen performs July 18. For information, visit homesteadsforhope.org.
•Spencerport’s Music on the Canal concerts are held Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., rain or shine. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair and the whole family. Another Vice Band (Country to Classic Rock) performs on July 14.
•Crocheters and knitters are invited to help create hats for the homeless (and other projects). The group meets the second and fourth Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Spencerport Assembly of God, 3940 Canal Road, Spencerport. All are welcome.
•Wegmans Concert by the Shore series takes place at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at Ontario Beach Park, 50 Beach Avenue. Free and open to the public. Atlas (funky dance music) on July 10. For the complete schedule, call 585-865-3320 or visit www. ontariobeachentertainment.org.
•The American Legion Auxiliary #379 will serve a Lasagna Dinner on the second Wednesday of the month and a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on the fourth Wednesday of the month to help support the Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Both dinners are from 4 to 6 p.m. and are available for dine in or take out. Cost is $12 per person, $6 for veterans. For reservations, call 585-637-5012. (Dinners may vary.)
•Jazz at the Beach free concert series will be held at Tropix Nightclub, 4775 Lake Avenue in Charlotte. The concerts begin at 7 p.m. The Laura Dubin Trio performs July 9. Free parking available.
•Downtown Rochester Farmers Market, located at Parcel 5, 285 East Main Street, Rochester, will operate every Wednesday, 4 to 7 p.m., from July 10 through October 23. The market features a variety of farmers, vendors, and food trucks, including members of The Commissary. Weekly programming will include performances, games, and other activities. Visit https://rochesterdowntown. com/downtownfarmersmarket for details.
•Kayaking, biking, and creative events are posted regularly on the Village of Brockport’s Eventbrite page (https://www.eventbrite.com/o/villageof-brockport-34362333283) approximately two weeks before each event. Excursions fill up fast so sign up early and, if you can’t make it, cancel your reservation to allow someone else the opportunity. Events and dates will be continually updated.
•Suburban Rochester Art Group will present their annual Summer Art Show at Barnes & Noble Pittsford Store, 3349 Monroe Avenue, in the second floor community room through July 27 during store hours. Opening reception is Sunday, July 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. Includes artwork created by SRAG members in a variety of media. Art can be purchased by directly contacting the artist. View online at suburbanrochesterartgroup.weebly.com.
•Finger Lakes Opera presents Gianni Schicchi by Giacomo Puccini at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 12, and 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, at Monroe Community College Theater, 1000 East Henrietta Road, Rochester. Learn more and purchase tickets at https:// www.fingerlakesopera.org/.
•Rochester Pride Parade starts at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20 on South Avenue, Rochester, and leads to the festival in Highland Park. The Pride Festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. brings together the LGBTQ+ community and allies for a day of music, food, and fun. For tickets, go to https:// tinyurl.com/3r6j8cz9.
•Monroe County’s Movies in the Park series continues on July 12 with a showing of The Lego Movie at Webster Park Campground. The movie begins at dusk (about a half-hour after sunset).
•The 2024 Young Republican Leadership Conference will be held from July 26 to 28 at the Embassy Suites at Destiny USA in Syracuse. Representatives from more than 30 county chapters will meet for a weekend of training workshops, policy education, and networking opportunities. Tickets and sponsor packages for the event are available online at bit.ly/TEDDY2024.
Fundraisers
•Hot Dog Stand on Main Street, Brockport, in front of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church during the Brockport Sidewalk Sale, July 11, 12 and 13, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. All proceeds go to St. Luke’s Layettes for new moms and their babies.
•Sunday Breakfast, all you can eat, on July 14, 8 a.m. to noon, at Ferris Goodridge Legion Post, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under.
•Craft Fair on July 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Chili American Legion Post 1830, 450 ChiliScottsville Road, Scottsville.
•Stunning Gardens – By Ordinary People Garden Tour ’24 will be held Saturday, July 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain date July 21). Spend a leisurely afternoon with a self-guided tour of multiple gardens located at homes in Brockport, Clarkson, and Sweden. Enjoy the design, vibrant color, and variety showcased by these local gardeners. Tickets are $25 per person. Make reservations at the Seymour Library, call 585-637-1050, or email seymourlibraryfoundation@gmail.com. Presented by the Foundation of the Seymour Library Inc.
•Trunk salers, crafters and vendors are needed for the Dog Days of Summer and Pet Blessing event at Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, on July 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Space reservations are $15 and can be made by calling 392-7990.
•41st Spencerport Rotary Golf Tournament will be held at Timber Ridge Golf Club on Saturday, August 10. 11 a.m. registration, lunch, putting contest; 1 p.m. Shotgun Start. $125 entry fee per player includes 50/50 entry and raffle tickets. Scramble format, men’s, ladies and mixed team awards. Beverages on course, gift bags for golfers, BBQ dinner. To register or for information, contact Stu and Laura McFarlane at mcfarlane2000@gmail.com or lauramcfarlane1961@ gmail.com. Partial proceeds used to support Eagle Star Housing.
•The Edelman – Gardner Cancer Research Foundation presents the third annual Time Machine Music Festival on Saturday, September 7, from 1 to 7 p.m., at the Hilton Firemen’s Field, 135 South Avenue, Hilton. Live music, 50/50 drawings, and raffles. Bring seating. Food and beverages available for purchase with beverage money remaining with the Hilton FD. Tickets are $20 per person, $10 for those under 21, and will be sold at the gate and online at http://www. showtix4u.com/events/Egcrf.
Government Meetings
•Assemblyman Steve Hawley will hold mobile office hours on Tuesday, July 9, 1:15 to 3:15 p.m., at GCC’s Conable Technology Building, Room T124, One College Road, Batavia; and Wednesday, July 17, noon to 2 p.m. at the Hamlin Library, 1680 Lake Road North, Hamlin. The assemblyman’s staff members will be available to help any constituent with their needs.
•Chili: Historic Preservation Board – July 8, 7 p.m.; Architectural Advisory Committee – July 9, 6 p.m.; Planning Board – July 9, 7 p.m., at Town Hall Main Meeting Room; Traffic & Safety Committee – July 11, 7 p.m., at 200 Beaver Road.
•Clarkson: Town Board – July 9, 6 p.m.
•Hamlin: Town Board – July 8, 7 p.m.; Planning Board – July 9, 7 p.m., at Town Hall.
•Kendall: Zoning Board – July 9, 7 p.m.
•Riga: Town Board – July 10, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – July 11, 7 p.m.
•Spencerport: Board of Trustees – July 10, 7 p.m.
•Sweden: Planning Board – July 8, 7 p.m.
Health/Help
•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester. Call 585423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.
•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Ave. is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, and the third Saturday of each month. Grocery bags of food donated to those in need – currently serving over 90 families. Anyone interested in being a Food Cupboard Helper (packing bags, handing out food, etc.), making monetary donations, and/or donating peanut butter, cereal or crackers to this cause, may contact the church at 585-889-9896.
Historical
•The Ogden Historical Society presents Joel Humphrey – Spencerport’s Story Teller – for a talk about The Wiccan of Ball Orchard on July 10, 7 p.m., at the Ogden Historical Society, 568 Colby Street, Spencerport. Free and open to the public.
•The Gates Historical Society will meet on Monday, July 15, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Police Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road. The program, entitled “The Rochester Park Band From 1904-1946,” will be presented by Lisa Kleman, retired professor and author. Explore how one of the first municipallyfunded bands in the United States was formed and an epilogue of what happened next. This program is free. The building is handicapped accessible.
Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Digital Literacy of Rochester is Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. providing tech help. Summer Storytime with Mrs. Carlson is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. and features fun books, active songs, early literacy activities, and playtime with friends. Fiber Friends program is Monday, July 8, from 3 to 5 p.m. Card-making class is Tuesday, July 9, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Summer Reading kicks off with an interactive story theater program of fantastical stories on Thursday, July 11, at 11 a.m. in the Hamlin Town Hall gym. Yarn Art for tweens and teens is Friday, July 12, from 2 to 3 p.m. Chef Liz presents “Sweet & Savory Small Bites” on Saturday, July 13, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Call 964-2320 to register for programs. Visit the library’s Facebook page or www.hamlinlibraryny. org for more information.
•The Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.). Summer Reading is underway – read books and win prizes. Adult events: Book Group – July 9 at 2 p.m.; Campfire Paint-along – July 19 at 2 p.m., Genealogy Presentation: Underground Railroad – July 22 at 6 p.m. Call 617-6181 to register. Find kids and teen events at facebook.com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.
•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Kids Adventure Craft: Paper Bag Kite – Monday, July 8, 1 to 2 p.m., recommended for ages 5-12. Book Covers We Love – Monday, July 8, 6 to 7 p.m., registration encouraged. Attend this talk by Stephen Brayda, art director for the HarperOne Group, to gain insight into how designers work and how the covers that draw your eye and earn your reading time come to be. Kids STEAM: Robots – Tuesday, July 9, 1 to 2:30 p.m., for all ages. Make robot themed crafts and play with some circuit and robotics-based activities. Gazebo Storytime – Wednesday, July 10, 10:30 to 11 a.m., recommended for ages 2-6. Join Ms. Zuzu at the Hilton-Parma Rec Center Gazebo to read stories, sing songs, dance around, and blow bubbles. Bring blankets or chairs. In the event of rain, storytime will be held at the library. For information, call 3928350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.
•This is a sample of programs held at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050. For complete information, visit seymourlibraryweb. org. Programs marked with an * require advance registration. Wizarding World of Seymour Library – Monday, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Stop in for potions class, show your Harry Potter knowledge during trivia, and make a wand to complete your costume. Fairy Gardens* – Tuesday, July 9, from 10 to 11 a.m. for children and noon to 1 p.m. for t(w)eens. Seymour Chess Club – Tuesday, July 9, 6 to 7 p.m. Fencing Fight Choreography* – Wednesday, July 10, 2 to 3 p.m., for grades 6-12. Learn the steps and movements used in fencing and sword fighting. To Knit or to Crochet? That is the Question – Thursday, July 11, noon to 2 p.m. Mad Scientist’s Lab: Ice Cream in a Bag* – Friday, July 12, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Meetings
•Spencerport Rotary Networking Lunch is Tuesday, July 9, noon, at Slayton Place Restaurant in the Spencerport Village Plaza.
•Orleans County SCOPE meets Tuesday, July 9, 7 p.m., at the Hoag Library, 134 South Main Street, Albion. For information, visit https://scopeny2a. org/Orleans.
•Hilton-Parma Fire District meets July 10, 7:30 p.m., at the Hilton-Parma Fire Department, 120 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton. Open to the public.
•Country Neighbors Quilt Guild meets July 10, 6:30 p.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road North, Hamlin. For information, call 585-964-2081.
Religion
•Vacation Bible School – “The Story of Daniel: Making Godly Choices” July 15 to 19, 6:15 to 8:15 p.m.. at the Faith Baptist Church of North Chili, 2954 South Union Street. Phone 594-2244. This free program is open to anyone from age four to grade six. Register at the door or the church website, www.fbcnorthchili.org.
School Boards
•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, July 9, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Reorganization meeting at 6:30 p.m. will be followed by a regular business meeting in Administrative Board Room #3808.
•Hilton Board of Education meets July 9 for a Reorganizational Meeting at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at QUEST Elementary School, 225 West Ave., Hilton.
•The Spencerport Board of Education will hold an Organizational and Business Meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9. See district website for details.
Volunteer Opportunities
Also
•Chicken Barbecue to benefit the Barney family on Sunday, July 14, noon until sold out, at the Spencerport Firemen’s Exempts, 75 South Union Street. Dinners are $13. Drive thru only. The family recently lost their home in a fire.
Library Programs
•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/
•The Brockport Arts Festival needs volunteers age 14 and up. Opportunities leading up to, during, and after this year’s festival are listed at https://tinyurl.com/3zfw9925 where you can find more information and sign up. Volunteers receive a t-shirt to be worn during their service.
First Congregational Church of Riga planning Bicentennial Celebration
by Ron Belczak, Town of Riga Historian
On Saturday, July 13, 2024, the members of the First Congregational Church of Riga, UCC will look back in time as they celebrate the Bicentennial of their church edifice.
In 1823, at a time in history when the Erie Canal was nearing completion, 125 members of the First Congregational Society of Riga finalized their pledge to support the building of a permanent house of worship on the land of Elihu Church, brother of Churchville founder Samuel Church. The Society, which was organized on December 9, 1806, was one of the first religious societies organized west of the Genesee River under the title of “First Congregational Society of West Pulteney in the County of Genesee.”
Before the construction of their house of worship, religious services were held in barns, homes, and even Thomson’s Tavern, which is now located at the Genesee Country Village & Museum.
On Saturday, July 17, 1824, the members of the First Congregational Church of Riga dedicated their new church edifice, which became one of the first constructed west of the Genesee River.
In 1810, at a cost of $179, the Society built the first schoolhouse in the Riga township, which also served as a church meeting hall.
Unfortunately, records detailing the building of that church are lost to time, and one can only guess the fine details of that construction. What we do know is that the 40 by 60-foot wooden building cost $3,000 and was modeled after a church in Hinsdale, Massachusetts, that was built in 1789 by the architect Ithamer Pelton, who used a design created by Charles Bulfinch. But there is no doubt that local labor and wood were used and milled by the Riga sawmills, including that of Samuel Church.
Over time, there were physical changes both internally and externally to the church, such as in 1829 when a bell from Troy, New York, was added to the steeple at a cost of $1,000. A heating system (wood stove) was installed in 1832, replacing the foot warmers in the women’s pews, and a parsonage was added in 1836 at a cost of $400. The church was remodeled several times, including once in 1857. It was remodeled again in 1914 for the marriage of Delancy Boice and Alice Williams, one of the first weddings held in the church because, in the past, wedding ceremonies were conducted in private homes. A hall was added behind the church in 1928, and gas fixtures were replaced by electricity in 1929. The horse barn, a staple for most residences in the 1800s, was demolished in the early 1930s. In 1951, a remodeling project added a mural in the archway behind the pulpit. Delancy Boice contracted the mural in memory of his wife and uncle, William Ormrod. Then, in 1961, the handpumped organ was upgraded to an electric organ, and its towering steeple was structurally reinforced and straightened in the late 1980s.
Learn more about the historic First Congregational Church of Riga, located at 7057 Chili Riga Center Road, Churchville, on Saturday, July 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. when its members invite the community to a special 200-year celebration of the building that will consist of the installation of a commemorative plaque, an ice cream social, and church building tours.
Spencerport UMC welcomes new pastor
Bishop Hector A. Burgos of the Upper New York Conference of the United Methodist Church has appointed Pastor John Laskowski to be the pastor of the Spencerport United Methodist Church effective July 1, 2024.
Pastor John Laskowski, who prefers to be called “Pastor Jack,” has been in the ministry since 2001, and completed his course of study in 2011 at the Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington D.C. He has served United Methodist Churches in the Genesee Valley District in Spencerport, Adams Basin, Albion, Holley, Covington/Fowlerville of the United Methodist Church. Originally from the Binghamton, New York area, he served the Wesley/Nanticoke church in Endicott, New York, and the Central/Askam church in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
Even though Pastor Jack retired from the ministry in 2023, and he thought his work life was done, God made it abundantly clear to him that he is needed ministering to His people.
Pastor Jack loves to sing and is energized through his preaching and teaching adult Bible studies and has a passion for mission work. He enjoys the outdoors by hiking, biking, backpacking, fishing, camping, and golfing.
He and his wife, Deborah, have two adult daughters and three grandchildren, who all live in the Spencerport area.
All are invited to welcome Pastor Jack back into the community. Spencerport UMC is located at 30 Amity Street in the village. Worship service starts at 9 a.m. on Sunday Provided information and photo
Three alarm warehouse fire in Brockport
story and photo by Christopher Martin, Brockport Fire District PIO
Just before 12:30 a.m. on July 1, Brockport Firefighters responded with fire companies from three counties for a reported structure fire at the abandoned warehouse next to 180 State Street, declaring a 3rd Alarm Fire.
First arriving responders reported heavy flames coming from the roof at the south end of the building. The massive fire wall between the south end former manufacturing section of the building kept the fire
from spreading to the old office and administrative spaces at the north end of the old plant.
Eleven departments in all with units from Bergen Fire Company, Gates Fire District Headquarters, Hamlin Volunteer Fire Department, Kendall, Murray, Hilton Fire Department, Churchville Fire Department, Spencerport Fire District responded to assist at the scene while units from Albion Fire Department and Chili Fire Department covered the District. Once all available hydrants were in use, additional water was drafted from the Erie Canal directly across the street. Crews from Monroe Ambulance provided EMS at the scene. No one was reported injured.
A drone unit from the Town of Greece Police Department provided an overhead visual of the entire scene for command to utilize and be able to see hot spots without endangering personnel by entering the building.
The fire was called under control by command just after 2 a.m. and crews remained for some time cleaning up and ensuring there were no hot spots left behind. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Monroe County Fire Bureau’s Fire Investigation Team.
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Pastor John Laskowski
salvatore’s Pizza marks 46 years; announces new Churchville location coming soon
The Salvatore’s Pizza Family celebrated their 46 year anniversary on July 5, 2024.
Salvatore’s Pizza was started by Salvatore SoccerSam Fantauzzo as a young entrepreneur in his Home Economics class at Eastridge High School in 1978. On July 5, 1978, the first location opened at 1985 East Main Street. The inaugural location is still open today as one of the busiest pizzerias in the country and the region now has 30 full service Salvatore’s Pizzeria locations, two Donuts Delite locations, and pizza outlets at the Rochester Airport and Innovative Field.
The Salvatore’s Pizza Family also opened their first out of state location in Jacksonville, Florida this year, with former Rochesterian Dr. Ferdinand Formoso and family. The group anticipates to open many locations in Florida
In celebration of their 46 year anniversary, the Salvatore’s Pizza Family has more exciting news to share.
“We would like to thank all past and current location owners, managers, employees, office teams, vendors, business partners, media members, community leaders and most importantly ... our amazing customers!” said CEO and Founder Salvatore SoccerSam Fantauzzo, “46 years of business in this great community would not have been possible without everyone’s continued support.”
As a thank you, Salvatore’s will be offering free 10 piece Heart Nuggets with the purchase of a menu-priced pizza during the month of July, while supplies last. Coupon and details can be found at salvatores.com
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•Bibby, Jean M., died June 30, 2024, at age 94. Predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Bruce, sons Mark Bibby and Gregory Bibby, granddaughter Rebecca Bibby and brother Frank Sauter. She is survived by her daughter Debra Richenberg; grandchildren Shannon Lopez, Jamie (Bill) Hickman, Crystal (Josh) Blankenship, Mark Jr. (Brittany) Bibby, and Andrew (Chelsea) Richenberg; 11 great grandchildren; daughter-inlaw Maureen Bibby; several nieces and nephews. Her Funeral Service was held July 5 at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport. Interment in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Spencerport. Contributions can be made to the American Lung Association in Jean’s memory.
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•Schrader, Audrey V., of Rochester, died June 20, 2024 at age 99. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Schrader; and her siblings, Edward (Helen) Vicinus, Dorothy (Al) Soule, Norm (Mabel) Vicinus, and Herbert (Henrietta) Vicinus. She is survived by her children, Debbie (Dave) Montrallo and Kathy Neerbasch; her six grandchildren, Stephanie (Kelly Kamen) Montrallo, David (Alyssa DeSiena) Montrallo, Kristyn Montrallo, Michael (Sarah) LeGault, Jessica (Aric) Schaubroeck, and Robert Neerbasch; her seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; many friends; and her personal health care aides. Audrey was a retiree of Eastman Kodak Company, where she worked as an Executive Secretary. She was an active participant in the Hilton Marching Band Music Boosters from 1968-1977, including chaperoning for trips to Japan and Europe. She was an avid golfer and ranger at Deerfield Country Club and a long-time bowler at Maiden Lanes. Her Funeral Service was held July 5 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton. A Private Interment will be held for the family. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester and Finger Lakes Region, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618 or to a charity of one’s choice in memory of Audrey.
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David Cady Yeaw
1/16/43 - 2/18/22
INTERMENT
July 12, 2024 at 1:30pm Lakeview Cemetery
4988 Lake Rd (Rt. 19), Brockport, NY - withMilitary Honor Guard • Brockport Elks Club Brockport Navy Club • Chaplain Ron Ayrault
In loving memory of Kathleen (Benjamin) Barrientos who passed away a year ago on July 11, 2023 at age 74. Born on May 14, 1949 and raised in Brockport along with several siblings and step-siblings (Benjamin and Stubblebine), Kathy had an adventurous spirit and lived in various places in New York and Colorado before settling in San Antonio, Texas, where she and her loving husband Albert have resided for 20 years. A citizen of the world, Kathy had a rich appreciation for cultural and creative expression in all forms. She loved nature and animals and had many beloved pets over the years. She touched the lives of all those around her and is greatly missed.
Salvatore’s will be opening three additional locations in the coming months, including one in Churchville. Located at 48 South Main Street, Salvatore’s #34 will be owned and operated by Salvatore’s President of Business Operations and new brand spokesperson, Kayla Kent-Moreira. Kayla has been part of team Salvatore’s since 2011.
“When the opportunity arose to own my own location, I knew I had to do it!” said Kayla Kent-Moreira. “This brand has been a part of my life for more than 10 years and I am so excited for my entire family to now be involved as well.”
The village of Churchville location will be a full menu Pizza Pub with inside and outside seating. The location is scheduled to open this September.
In 2015, Salvatore’s introduced pink pizza boxes for the month of October, to raise awareness for the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester. Since 2018, Salvatore’s extended the pink campaign and switched to pink boxes year round, and continues to show support to the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester with monthly donations.
“Salvatore’s plans to continue this campaign for years to come, in hope to not only donate funds, but to raise awareness and name recognition for the BCCR organization through pink marketing efforts and pink rebranding at all locations,” said President of Restaurant Operations Silvio Fantauzzo.
Salvatore’s is re-branding signs, cars, rugs and more to fit the pink theme.
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•Laglia, Catherine M. (aka Nana Cay), age 98, died June 25, 2024. Catherine was born July 6, 1925 in Bronx, NY, to George and Catherine Hutzler. After graduating from Fordham Nursing School in 1946 she met and married her beloved spouse, Dr. Vito Laglia. They eventually settled in Chili, and set up their family medical practice. Together they had seven children, thirteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Cay was predeceased by her husband, Vito; her children, Robert, Regina and Georgette and her grandchildren, Matan and Vito Joseph. She is survived by her children Anthony (Kathleen) Laglia, Catherine (Lawrence) Mitchell, and Renee (Timothy) Bell, as well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and family friends. She was known for her warmth, caring for others, her open door and her famous Nana cookies and chicken cutlets.
A Celebration of her Life will be held at a future date. Donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
•Lowden, Lucille, died June 27, 2024. Lucille was born September 6, 1931 in Riga, to the late Archie and Edith Cummings. She is predeceased by her husband, Allen Lowden (2002); her daughter, Mary Ann (1989); her great-grandson, William Laley (2017); and all nine siblings.
She is survived by her son, Robert (Rosemary); daughter, Debra (Jeffrey) Benedict; grandchildren, Maria Lowden, Mattie (Kevin) Laley, Emily (Christopher) Brown and Andrew Benedict; along with six great-grandchildren; and many dear nieces and nephews. Lucille was a life-long resident of Churchville where she raised her family, worshipped and worked. She retired from Fleet Bank after 27 years of service in 1987. As a member of the Churchville United Methodist Church for over 60 years, she served as a Sunday School teacher and church treasurer.
A Celebration of Life service will be held July 15, at 6 p.m. at Pearce Memorial Church in North Chili. Contributions can be made to the Aurora House, 2495 South Union Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 or UR Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital, Pediatric Cardiology, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
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•Gregoire, Robert W., (April 18, 1931 – June 25, 2024), died June 25, 2024. Predeceased by his parents Winifred and Joseph Gregoire, brother Joseph Gregoire, sister Nancy Gregoire Pitkin, mother and father-in-law Bill and Ethel Fleming, sister and brother-in-law Sidney and Molly Fleming Thatcher, and son-in-law James Guion. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Lucinda “Cindy” Gregoire; daughters Cinda Guion, Brenda (Dan) Rabideau, Laurie (Gary) Gregoire, Kathy Gregoire, and son Tim (Michelle) Gregoire 10 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He and his wife raised their family in Ticonderoga, NY. He retired from the International Paper Mill after 40 years, starting as a paper maker and retiring as a supervisor. In 2008, he built their second home with his son in Clarendon, to be closer to family. Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, and golfing. He was a member of Ticonderoga Elks Lodge 1494 for 61 years.
A Celebration of Life was held at their home June 29. Arrangements entrusted to the Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport.
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•Berna, Timothy R. Sr., died unexpectedly June 28, 2024, at age 72. Predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Doris Berna, his sister Maryellen (Doug) Bibbee, and many extended family members. He is survived by his children: Jaime Berna, Tim (Kate) Berna, and Samantha (James) Adam; his grandchildren: Brooke, Brody, Armina, and Derek; his ex-wife Diane Berna (Ken); longtime friend Anita LaRoque; several nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Family was
In addition, Fantauzzo Family Brands has been awarded the Sandbar Restaurant project on the former Bay Side Pub land in Webster. This will be a new concept, and not a Salvatore’s Pizzeria location.
The team’s goal is to bring something truly amazing to Webster. They hope to bring back some of the old, add some new, with many surprises for this future new restaurant on the bay that is scheduled to open in March of 2025. This location will feature a 20-foot bar and upper seating overlooking the Bay and Lake Ontario with stages for live entertainment.
The future looks bright, busy and pink – and Salvatore’s is looking forward to serving the Rochester community (and new state expansion communities) for many more years to come. Provided information and photo
the cornerstone of Tim’s life. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart. An outdoors enthusiast, he found solace in nature and shared his passion for golf, bowling, and cooking with those around him.
A Celebration of Life honoring Tim will be held Saturday, July 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Salmon Creek Country Club, 355 Washington Street, Spencerport. Contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport.
•Schofield, Jean Marie (née Yockel), age 67, died June 29, 2024. Jean is survived by her son, Richard Kress; sisters, Linda Yockel Kinnard and Sharon (Chris) Schickler; brothers, Doug (Deb) Yockel, Tom (Deb) Yockel, RJ (Laurie) Yockel, Bill (Eileen) Yockel, and Tim Yockel; sisters-in-law, Susan Yockel, Marcia Yockel, and Mary Yockel; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Marilyn (Acker) Yockel; and brothers, David Yockel and Gary Yockel. Her passion for music, dancing, and arts and crafts, particularly flower arranging, filled her life with joy and beauty, which she eagerly shared with her family and friends. Jean was always there to lend a helping hand, embodying a spirit of generosity and compassion.
Her Funeral Service was held July 3 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Donations can be made to the Rochester Humane Society, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 or an animal shelter of one’s choice in her memory.
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•Benedict, William R. Sr., “Bill,” “Chief,” died June 28, 2024 at age 93. He was predeceased by his wife, Lorraine. He is survived by his children, Kathleen B. Previte, William (Cheryl) Benedict Jr., and Robert (Dawn) Benedict; and his grandchildren, Brandon Previte, Charles Previte, Bryan Benedict, Michael Benedict, Samantha Benedict, and Jack Benedict. Bill was a Veteran of the US Army and served during the Korean War. He was a career Firefighter and worked for the Rochester City Fire Department and retired as Battalion Chief. He loved the game of golf.
Bill’s Funeral Mass was held July 3 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, Hilton. Interment with Military Honors in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made to Batavia VA Medical Center, 222 Richmond Avenue, Batavia, NY 140201227 in his memory.
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•McKinney, Edward A., died June 29, 2024 at age 76. Ed was predeceased by his parents Edward P. and Eleanor H. McKinney; brother, George; niece, Cindy and great niece, Anna McKinney. He is survived by his loving wife, Sandy McKinney; sons, E.J. (Joseph) McKinney-Perez and Scott (Julie) McKinney; brothers, James (Christy) McKinney and Donald (Jan) McKinney; grandchildren, Keegan and Kennedy McKinney, Joseph and Evelyn Clark; sister-in-law, Vicki (Pete) Hall; father-in-law, Harold Barczak; special nephew and niece, Jeff and Mandy; and several other family members, along with many close and dear friends, including all of those at the Spencerport Exempts Club and Ormond By the Sea Condominiums, Florida. Ed worked at the Eastman Kodak Company for 34 years. A lifelong Spencerport resident, Ed was a Life Member of the Spencerport Fire Department, as well as the Spencerport Exempts Club, where he served as Treasurer for many years.
Ed’s visitation will be held Monday, July 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport. A Memorial Service will be celebrated Tuesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m., at Calvary Chapel Westside, 2407 South Union Street, Spencerport. Contributions in his memory can be made to the Spencerport Exempts Club, PO Box 312, Spencerport, NY 14559; Anna’s Wish, PO Box 27, North Chili, NY 14514; or UR Medicine Hospice, 2180 Empire Blvd, Webster, NY 14580.
The Churchville location will be owned and operated by Kayla Kent-Moreira.
Spencerport, Someplace Special!
Spencerport Alumni Association awards annual scholarships
The Spencerport Alumni Association presented scholarships to three deserving Spencerport Central Schools graduates this year.
Nicholas Freeville and Lindsay Mallon each earned a $5,000 scholarship. Rachel Calderon earned a $4,500 scholarship that was presented by the Spencerport Alumni Association and the Wilson family in memory of EJ Wilson.
Nicholas plans to attend Genesee Community College to study Sports Advertising/Marketing. He is a member of the National Honor Society, the Business Honor Society and Ski Club. He has played travel baseball, JV football and varsity baseball where he received Section V Scholar Athlete honors. He has worked as an intern at Quidel Ortho.
Lindsay plans to attend the University of Rochester to study Pre-med. She is a member of the National Honor Society, the Spanish Honor Society and has received the Seal of Biliteracy. She is also a member of Sources of Strength, Model United Nations, the Spencerport Music Association and the Service Learning Internship Program (SLIP). Lindsay was a member of the varsity indoor and outdoor track and field team as well as cross country.
Rachel Calderon plans to attend SUNY Brockport to study Childhood Inclusive Education (Multidisciplinary). She is a member of the Student Council, Student Government, STAGE Drama Club, Service Club, French Honor Society, and National Honor Society. Rachel volunteers with Ogden Farmers’ Library, where she has assisted with children’s events and summer reading. She has also worked as a Canal View Summer School Paraprofessional.
“The Alumni Association is proud to continue the tradition of providing scholarships to Spencerport Central Schools students. This is a momentous occasion that celebrates their hard work and achievements. These three students represent the future of our community and we are honored to support
nity-Fitzgibbon, Spencerport Alumni Association Committee member.
Established in 1939, the Spencerport Alumni Association bestows scholarships to encourage and assist graduating Spencerport High School seniors to pursue educational studies at accredited colleges or universities. Provided information and photo
Get out & grow!
Help native bees
by Kristina Gabalski
produce small colonies. To help native bees nest successfully, leave bare patches of ground for those that nest in the soil; for cavity nesters, set out bundles of dried hollow stems, such as those from sunflowers.
by Kristina Gabalski
While non-native honey bees get a lot of attention, there are thousands of known native bee species in North America that work hard to help agriculture, horticulture, and the ecology.
Native bees, including bumble bees, are a very diverse lot. They come in many colors, including metallic green, bottle blue, gold, brown, and glossy black. They vary in size, shape, hair type, and tongue length. Ninety percent are solitary nesters; others are social and hive-forming. According to the University of Maine, few native bees sting. Jessie Keith, writing for the “The American Gardener,” says some native bees do an even better job pollinating crops than honey bees.
Research shows that the blue orchard mason bee is a more effective pollinator of cherry orchards, resulting in over twice the fruit yield of orchards pollinated by honey bees. Part of the reason is that native bees tend to be more tolerant of cool or moist conditions and also have longer foraging times. Like honey bees, populations of native bees are declining due to habitat loss, lack of plant diversity, pesticide use, and changes in the climate. Native bees nest both under and above ground in cavities. According to Keith, solitary bees produce from one to 10 young. Bumble bees nest above ground and
You can help native bees in additional ways. Because many are solitary ground nesters, compost or leaf mold is a better mulch choice than bark. Choose plants with landing pads—open flat flowers like daisies and sunflowers. Bloom colors of yellow, blue, and white are helpful choices, and tubular flowers like salvia with bilateral symmetry are also good choices.
Make sure to have pollen and nectar sources available throughout the growing season. Witch hazel and pussy willows are great choices for early spring. Baptisia, lupines, serviceberries, eastern redbud, and hawthorn are options for late spring and early summer. Gaillardia, penstemons, coneflowers, native roses, and milkweed work well for summer. Late in the year, pollen and nectar sources are vital as native bees prepare for winter. Asters, goldenrods, and Joe Pye Weed help with winter food stores.
The National Wildlife Federation says native plants are essential to native bees because their nectar and pollen production is reliable. Suggested plants include false sunflowers (heliopsis), which do well even in less than ideal soils; anise hyssop, which is loved by bees and bumble bees; and swamp rose, whose leaves are used by leafcutter bees and whose blooms are loved by bumble bees. Native berry bushes like Allegheny blackberry provide nesting sites in their hollow canes, and native bees visit the flowers. Not surprisingly, bee balm is another good choice, as native bees love their long-tubed flowers.
Don’t forget about water. You can place a piece of wood in a birdbath or shallow container to provide a landing pad for thirsty bees.
Do not use pesticides, and try to leave a few small wild spots in your landscape. Weeds offer many good resources to native bees.
Area Worship Services
Come to Life BiBLe ChurCh
Our Services are on Saturday evenings at 6:30pm at Cornerstone Bible Chapel, 3231 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624. Website: https://cometolifebible.church/ Phone Number: (Call or Text) 315-690-8708
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We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo.com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!
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Our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue, continues to spread God’s love, as Pastor Brandi and our Church Family extend a warm welcome to all. We’d love to have you join us for worship, Sundays, 10 am, a family friendly service, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. We offer a wide variety of music genres: bells, choir, classical and praise team; Youth group (grades 5-12); Sunday Bible Study at 9 am; Food Cupboard distribution on the third Saturday each month; yearly mission trip opportunities for youth and adults; prayer group each Tuesday at 2 pm; Labyrinth Trail located at 3551 Chili Avenue; and various small group studies through the year. In need of prayer or counsel, call or email the church office: 585-889-9896 or fpc3600@gmail. com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org.
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50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!
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Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www.humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. All are welcome. Please visit us in person. Handicap Accessible.
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Are you seeking hope and wondering about faith or spiritual things? Then look no further than Hope Brockport! We warmly welcome you to our friendly community. Here, you will find love, support, and guidance as we navigate life together. You are invited to join us as we gather together every Sunday at 9:30 am, Hope Kids on Sundays at 9:30 am for children up to 5th grade, and Hope Youth on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm for 6th - 12th grade students. To connect, send questions to connect@sharethehope.org, call (585) 7234673, or visit sharethehope.org to learn more. We are conveniently located at 6601 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, NY (Rt 31 - right across from Wegmans). We can’t wait to meet you!
mortoN BAPtiSt ChurCh 1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com.
Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am (can also be viewed on Facebook or YouTube). Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 4:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.
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Nativity – 152 Main Street, Brockport (585-637-4500)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (SEAS) –3747 Brick Schoolhouse Road, Hamlin (585-964-8627)
Rev. Joseph Marcoux, pastor of both Parishes. Weekend Masses: Saturday 5PM at Nativity; Sunday 9AM at SEAS and 11AM at Nativity, 1:30PM Spanish Mass at Nativity. Daily Masses: 8AM at Nativity on Monday and Friday; 9AM at SEAS on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary led by Pastor Whitney Scoville, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport. the Potter’ShouSe
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4756 Lake Road South, Suite 7, Brockport, NY 14420
Services: Sunday at 10:30 am and 6 pm; Thursday at 7 pm.
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We are located at 3940 Canal Road in Spencerport. We offer a warm welcome to all. Come join us as we seek the LORD through worship, prayer and Bible study. Sunday School is 9:30 AM, Sunday Worship is at 1030 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service! Wednesday prayer meeting is 6:30 PM. Contact us at 585-352-5900. We are on Facebook; Email is SpencerportAG@gmail.com.
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1948 North Union Street, Spencerport. We desire to know God, to make the gospel known to all, and to give God the glory. Our lead pastor, Domenic Danesi, and all of us who make SBC our home church warmly invite you to come for Sunday Bible Study at 9:30 am, Sunday Worship Service at 10:45 am, and Wednesday Bible Study at 7:00 pm. Our worship service is family integrated for all ages and our building is accessible for all abilities. We partner with Rescue & Revive Ministries for local and global mission work. Follow our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or website for live streaming our services or to watch previous services. Visit our websites for more info at spencerportbiblechurch.org and rescueandrevive.org. Call or text us at 585-352-1241.
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Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. 585-352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee hour in Fellowship hall. Handicap accessible. Live music from our Praise Band playing contemporary Christian music. See website/Facebook for dates and details. Introducing our Pray-Ground, a welcoming area of play, in the Sanctuary, for our youngest worshipers designed so families can experience worship together while understanding that young children need to move. Don’t worry, our congregation welcomes the sounds of young people. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.
St. ChriStoPher’S ChurCh 3350 Union Street, North Chili, Parish Office: 594-1400. We are a welcoming Catholic community with a focus on Faith in God and Service to His people. Join us for Mass any Saturday at 4:30PM, Sunday at 10:00AM or weekdays on Monday at 12:10 PM or Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:00AM. All are welcome in this place! We have a gifted Music Ministry including a Choir, Folk Group and Contemporary Group as well as a committed Faith Formation program for our youth. We offer many events throughout the year for our congregation and the surrounding community designed to deepen our faith and serve our brothers and sisters in the Rochester area. Check out our website at https://www.stchristophersnchili.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest updates.
St. JohNLutherAN ChurCh
Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585964-2550. Sunday Services: 8:30 AM & 11 AM; 5th Sunday one service at 9:30 AM. Adult Bible Class & Sunday School at 9:45 AM (September – June). To view our services or devotions, go to stjohnhamlin.org. “To KNOW Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”
Churches, to have your services listed or updated, call 352-3411.
St. GeorGe’S ePiSCoPAL ChurCh
Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semi-monthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm).
St. JohNtheeVANGeLiSt ChurCh
St. John’s is a place to encounter Christ in the sacraments, in community and in the Scriptures through prayer, service, and fellowship. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Daily Mass, Tuesdays, & Thursdays at 8am and Wednesdays & Fridays at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays. Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:30-4:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at www. StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Our Parochial Administrator is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.
St. Leo’S CAthoLiC ChurCh 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 8 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 3:30-4:30 PM; Rosary 4:30 PM; Mass 5 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.
St.mArY’S ChurChSt.mArK’S ChurCh 13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org.
Daily Mass: Tueday-Friday 8 AM at St. Mary’s (no Mass on Monday); St. Mary Vigil Mass 4 PM on Saturday; St. Mark Vigil Mass 5:30 PM on Saturday; Sunday Mass 10 AM at St. Mary’s.
St. PAuL LutherAN ChurCh & SChooL 158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton.org.
Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-3924000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Champions for Christ – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade. Call for a tour!
triNitY LutherAN ChurCh & Pre-SChooL 191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Pastor Steve Shrum. Trinity’s Updated Worship Schedules starting Sunday, October 1st – Traditional service at 9:00AM; Adult Bible Study, Sunday School, & Confirmation at 10:00AM; Contemporary service at 11:00AM with Children’s Church. Both worship services will be live streamed on YouTube. Visit our new website at www.TrinitySpencerport.org. Email: trinitylutheran191@ gmail.com. ‘We are a Christ-centered church here to assist and rejuvenate the community through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We are a people that will equip families to draw closer to the Lord.’ uNioN CoNGreGAtioNAL
uNiteD ChurChof ChriSt
14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church.Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday from noon to 2 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@frontier.com or check our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.
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$40 million federal grant awarded to boost NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub
The New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor (NY SMART I-Corridor) has been awarded a $40 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program. This significant investment will support the advancement of semiconductor research, manufacturing, and workforce development across the Buffalo-RochesterSyracuse corridor.
The Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program, established by the CHIPS and Science Act, began with nearly 400 regional applications from across the United States. After a rigorous selection process, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) designated 31 regions as Tech Hubs in October 2023. These regions were chosen based on their potential to drive innovation, workforce development, and economic growth in key industries. Following this initial designation, the competition was further narrowed down, and only 12 of these Tech Hubs were awarded implementation grants in 2024, each receiving up to $51 million to accelerate their plans and solidify their leadership in cutting-edge industries. The NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub, encompassing Buffalo, Rochester, and
Syracuse, was among these elite 12 winners, securing $40 million in federal funding to bolster its semiconductor research, manufacturing, and workforce initiatives.
By the end of the decade, the NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub is expected to produce 25% of all semiconductors made in the United States. This will make the Buffalo-RochesterSyracuse region a key player in the global semiconductor industry. Producing such a large share of chips domestically will reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, enhancing national security. It ensures that the U.S. has a stable and secure supply of semiconductors, which are crucial for everything from consumer electronics to advanced military systems.
Key Highlights of the NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub: •Workforce Development: Led by Monroe Community College, this initiative will expand internship and apprenticeship opportunities, establish programs to pair industry partners with semiconductor supply chain firms, and create employer-led training initiatives. The STEP UP (Semiconductor Talent & Employer Partnership in Upstate New York) program will focus on training workers for middle-skill, high-skill, and construction jobs, addressing critical gaps in the semiconductor workforce.
•Supply Chain Enhancement: Led by the University at Buffalo, this component aims to scale capacity at regional Manufacturing Extension Partnerships, increase visibility of new opportunities, and assist firms with access to capital. This will help local firms integrate into the semiconductor supply chain and leverage existing manufacturing strengths.
•Commercialization Support: Led by Syracuse University, this project will coordinate key commercialization assets and facilities across academia, government, and industry to help startups, small- to mid-size, and minority-owned businesses access critical resources for semiconductor-related innovation and entrepreneurship.
“Being named a winner of the Regional Tech Hub Awards is a game-changer for our region. This recognition underscores our commitment to innovation and sets the stage for unprecedented growth and opportunity,” said Bob Duffy, President and CEO of Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. “The unwavering support of Senator Schumer and Congressman Morelle has been instrumental in driving our tech community forward, and this award is a testament to their dedication to fostering technological advancement in our region.” Provided information
Westside News East & West Editions can be picked up at the following locations, also on our website westsidenewsny.com
EAST EDITION
Chili Area
Arrow Mart – 4179 Buffalo Rd. Arrow Mart – 3774 Chili Ave.
Churchville Greene – Greenway Blvd. Crosby’s – 2 East Buffalo St.
Ehr-Dale Heights – 1 William James Dr.
Town & Country Trailer Park – 5839 Chili Ave.
Area 7 Eleven – 15 Lake Ave.
Ace Swim & Leisure – 610 North Greece Rd. Arlington Restaurant – 4 Main St.
– 1228
Corners Rd.
7 Eleven – 161 South Union St.
Abe’s Restaurant – 5232 Ridge Rd. W.
Big M Market – 1520 Spencerport Rd.
Brewski’s – 5019 Ridge Rd. W.
Byrne Dairy – 2295 Spencerport Rd.
DJ’s Pizza – 2139 North Union St.
Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W.
NAPA – 380 South Union St.
Ogden Gardens, 20 Kingsford Lane
Ogden Senior Center – 200 South Union St.
Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd.
Slayton Place – 26 Slayton Ave.
Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St.
Sullivan’s Charbroil – 4712 Ridge Rd. W.
Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave.
Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave.
Valero Gas Station – 2371 Spencerport Rd.
Walgreens – 2841 Nichols St.
Yellow Goose Gas Station – 3512 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.
WEST EDITION
Bergen Area
7 Eleven – 8400 Buffalo Rd.
Bergen Meadows – 6619 N. Lake Rd.
C Store – 8073 Clinton St. Rd. (Route 33)
Hidden Meadows – Hidden Meadows Dr.
Ralph & Rosie’s Deli – 19 N. Lake Rd.
Rose Garden Bowl – 21 Buffalo Rd.
Brockport-Clarkson Area
Crosby’s – 8389 West Ridge Rd.
Seymour Library – 161 East Ave.
Wellington Woods – 702 Wellington Woods Dr. S. Brockport-Sweden Area
Byrne Dairy – 5550 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.
Brockport Diner – 11 Erie St.
Crosby’s – 4614 Lake Rd.
Kwik Fill – 82 Main St.
Lift Bridge Book Shop – 45 Main St.
Mobil On the Run Gas Station – 4118 Lake Rd.
Royal Gardens Apartments – 100 Royal Gardens Way
The Landing – 90 West Ave. Hamlin Area
Bradford Manor Apartments – 161 Victor Lane
Brightly’s Farm Market – 525 Drake Rd.
Crosby’s – 1449 Lake Rd.
Hamlin Library – 1680 Lake Rd.
Hamlin Terrace Apartments – 150 Hamlin Terrace
Hamlin Town Hall – 1658 Lake Rd.
Krony’s Pizza – 500 Hamlin Clarkson TL Rd.
Nina’s Golden Scissors – 1765 Lake Rd.
Pettinari’s – 918 Roosevelt Hwy.
Tops Market – 1800 Lake Rd.
Holley-Clarendon Area
Akley Apartments – 17179 4th Section Rd.
Crosby’s – 4541 Holley-Byron Rd.
Holley-Murray Area
Crosby’s – 35 State St.
Hickory Ridge Campground – 15853 Lynch Rd.
Holley Grove Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.
Holley Pharmacy – 3 Geddes St.
Crosby’s – 16672 State Route 31
Juxtapose Depot – 3570 Fancher Rd.
Murray Superette – 16573 Ridge Rd.
Woodside Court Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.
Kendall-Kent Area
Crosby’s – 16825 Roosevelt Hwy.
Schwenk’s Winery – 1456 Bills Rd.
Legal Notice
Town of Ogden Notice to Bidders
Town Hall Mansard Roof Replacement
LegaL NoticeS
Legal Notice
Town of Parma Hilton-Parma Fire District
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town of Ogden requests bids for the replacement of the Town of Ogden Town Hall Mansard Roof Replacement in accordance with the bid specifications presently on file at the Town of Ogden Clerk’s Office, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York 14559 where they may be examined by all prospective bidders.
All bids so received will be publicly opened and read aloud on August 7th, 2024 at 10:00 am at the Town Clerk’s Office.
A pre-bid walkthrough is available by appointment. Contact Tony Mattia 585-506-5728 to schedule.
The Town of Ogden reserves the right to accept or reject all bids so received and to apply the Town of Ogden Best Value Contract Local Law in awarding the bid.
All bidders are advised that such bids submitted shall include the payment of prevailing wage rates as prescribed by State Law.
Noelle Burley Town Clerk, Town of Ogden
Legal Notice
Town of Parma
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT PURSUANT TO SECTION 276 OF TOWN LAW AS AMENDED, A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE PARMA PLANNING BOARD ON JULY 15, 2024 AT 7:00 PM IN THE PARMA TOWN HALL, 1300 HILTON PARMA CORNERS ROAD, HILTON, NEW YORK FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING THE FOLLOWING:
1) John Velieri, Owner of 301 North Ave
The applicant is requesting preliminary site plan approval for 2 lots. This property is located on the west side of North Ave approximately 1,760 feet south of Moul Rd. The site plan consists of 2 lots (3+/- and 1.5+/- acres) with 1 single-family home proposed and 1 existing single-family home in accordance with current zoning regulations.
All persons will be heard at this time. Interested parties may obtain further information by calling 392-9449 or by inspecting the project file in the Parma Town Hall during normal business hours.
Parma Planning Board
Legal Notice
PROBATE CITATION File No. 2022-122/A and /C
SURROGATE’S COURT - GENESEE COUNTY CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK By the Grace of God Free and Independent
TO: Tara Jo Nichols, if she be living, and if she be dead to her heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, if any such there be, all of whom and all of whose names, ages, places of residence and post office addresses are unknown to the Petitioner and cannot after due diligence used be ascertained and Hon. Letita James - Attorney General of the State of New York.
A petition having been duly filed by J. Craig Nichols, who is domiciled at 57 Sequoia Drive, Rochester NY 14624.
YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court Genesee County, at Genesee County Courts Facility, Suite 200, One West Main Street, Batavia, New York, on 1st day of August, 2024 at 9:15 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of David K. Nichols lately at domiciled at 6461 Swamp Road, Byron NY 14422 admitting to probate a Will dated 10th day of March, 2011 (a Codicil dated - n/a -) a copy of which is attached, as the Will of David K. Nichols deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that
•Letters Testamentary to J. Craig Nichols
•Letters of Trusteeship to J. Craig Nichols
Hon. MELISSA LIGHTCAP CIANFRINI Surrogate
Stephanie Lewandowski Chief Clerk
Dated, Attested and Sealed 5th day of June, 2024
Timothy Pellittiere (585)347-2840
Attorney for Petitioner Telephone Number
Pellittiere & Johnson, PLLC, 441 Penbrooke Drive, Suite 12, Penfield, New York 14526
Address of Attorney
Attorney Email Address: tim@pjestatelaw.com
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the HiltonParma Fire District of the Town of Parma, County of Monroe, New York will hold the July regular meeting on July 9, 2024.
Meeting will commence at 7:30 p.m. and will be at the Hilton-Parma Fire Department, 120 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, NY 14468 and will be open to the public.
By Order of the Board of the Fire Commissioners of the Hilton-Parma Fire District.
Dated: June 26, 2024
Legal Notice
LEGAL NOTICE FOR APPLICATION OF FRANCHISE RENEWAL
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Spectrum Northeast, LLC, an indirect subsidiary of Charter Communications, has filed an application for renewal of its Cable Television Franchise in the Town of Parma, Monroe County, New York.
The application and all comments filed relative thereto are available for public inspection at the Town of Parma office during normal business hours. Interested persons may file comments on the application with the Town of Parma clerk and with the New York State Public Service Commission within 10 days of publication. Comments may be addressed to Hon. Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary, New York State Public Service Commission, 3 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12223.
Legal Notice
Village of Spencerport
Notice is hereby given pursuant to Chapter 340 of the code of the Village of Spencerport that one public hearing will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Office, 27 West Avenue, Spencerport, NY 14559.
Appeal of Mike & Kristin Eldridge of 160 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 for two (2) area variances, on property located at same, to erect 250 linear feet of 6‘ tall, white vinyl fencing on both side lot lines whereas, any privacy fence must be located to the rear of the front line setback and not nearer to a sideline or rear line than the required sideline or rear line setback, which on this parcel the minimum side setback is 7.5’; pursuant to Chapter 340-32 A (4) (b) in a R-1 Residential District Tax Acct # 086.16-2-55
John Dole, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals July 2, 2024
Legal Notice Town of Parma
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS OF THE TOWN OF PARMA ON WEDNESDAY, July 17, 2024 @ 7:00 PM IN THE PARMA TOWN HALL, 1300 HILTON PARMA CORNERS ROAD, HILTON, NEW YORK TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:
1. BRIAN & AMANDA DUDLEY
1173 PECK ROAD
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-31 (C), (2) and Article XI, Subsection 165-87 (A) (1) for the placement of two Accessory structures an 8’ x 12’ shed located on the east side of property in the rear yard. A 12’x20’ shed located on the West side of the property located in the rear yard with a 10-foot side setback. The total square footage of all accessory structures on the property will total 2,184 square feet. Town Code requires a 15.70-foot side setback and limits accessory structures to 2,000 square feet. This property is zoned Agricultural Residential (AC).
2. JOHN OTT & ADRIENNE DANDREA 871 PECK ROAD
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article 111, Section 165-17, Article V, Subsection 165-32(C) (2), (E) (1) and Article X, subsection 165-82 (C) (3), for the proposed erecting of a 2,688 square foot accessory structure including a leanto in the front yard on the west side of the property with a 25-foot front set back. The total square footage of all accessory structures on the property will total 2,688 square feet. Town code limits accessory structures to 1500 sq ft, the front setback to be 75 feet and accessory structures must be in the rear yard and incidental and subordinate to the principal structure. This property is Zoned Rural residential (RR).
3. TYLER LLOYD 5760 RIDGE ROAD
The applicant is requesting a Special Permit under Town Zoning, Article IX, Subsection 165-79.1 for the purpose of operating a Federal Firearm license out of their residence. The property is zoned Agricultural Residential (AC).
4. THOMAS & DEBORAH WILSON
194 FERGUSON DRIVE
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Ordinance Article V, (E) (1) (schedule 1) to
construct an addition on the west side of the property with a front setback of 19.49 feet. Town Code requires a 40-foot front setback. This property is zoned waterfront Residential (WD).
5. BOB YOUST 236 PECK ROAD
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-32(E), (3) for the proposed construction of a 3,825 square foot accessory structure attached to the east side of the house. The applicant has an existing attached garage which is 819 square feet on the west side of the house and is asking for a second garage on the east side of house. Town code requires each principle dwelling to have a garage containing an area not less than 480 square feet. This property is Zoned Rural residential (RR).
6. EVELYN CHURCH
78 PEASE ROAD
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-33 (E) (1), Article XII Subsection 165-91 and schedule 1, for the proposed replacement of an existing 11.9’ x 66.1’ mobile home with a new mobile home 18’ x 80’, with a 33.6-foot front set back and a 9.4 side set back from the south property line. Town code requires Zoning Board of Appeals approval for the expansion of a non-conforming use. Town Code requires the front setback to be 60 feet and the side setback to be 10 feet. This property is zoned Medium Density residential (MD).
7. JOHN JURS 42 MARJORIE LANE
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article V, subsection 165-34 (C), (2) and Article X subsection 165-82 (C). (2) for the construction of a 1,280 square foot accessory structure to be located south of the existing home which is considered a front yard. Town Code limits accessory structures to 400 square feet and is by definition a through lot with frontage on two streets thereby having two front yards and no rear yard. This property is zoned High Density Residential (HD).
All persons will be heard at this time. Interested parties may obtain further information by calling 392-9449 or by inspecting the project file in the Parma Town Hall during normal business hours. Parma Zoning Board of Appeals
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Book Sale is back by popular demand
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church will hold its annual Book Sale, Thursday, July 11, through Saturday, July 13, in the Parish Hall, 14 State Street, Brockport. Sale hours are: Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. The fundraiser coincides with Brockport’s annual Sidewalk Sale and is a long-time community favorite.
“People tell us they look forward to our book sale each year and come prepared to stock up on all their favorite authors. It is fun welcoming them back as they share their joy of reading and pleasure in shopping our sale,” says Ricki DeBaun, who, with Committee Co-Chair and fellow St. Luke’s member Katherine Kristansen, spearhead the three-day event. “St. Luke’s has held its annual Book Sale for decades, and each year we look forward to the sale as much as our customers do.”
St. Luke’s collects diverse reading materials throughout the year for adults, teens and children, including hundreds of hardcovers
and paperbacks in all genres, plus puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and even cassette tapes. “The money we raise from the sale is used to help fund our community mission projects. It’s a way of giving back to the community while serving God and one another,” says DeBaun. “Saturday, the final day of the sale, books are sold by the bag full, but you will want to shop early for best selections.”
This year, to coincide with the Book Sale and the Brockport Sidewalk Sale, St. Luke’s is also sponsoring a hot dog sale with proceeds going to fund the Parish’s Luke’s Layettes mission, which provides baby clothes, diapers and more for families in need as they welcome their new infants.
All are invited to stop in and browse the book sale and enjoy a hot dog, soda, and chips, while helping to support St. Luke’s missions and service to the community.
For more information about the sale or to donate books, contact St. Luke’s at 585637-6650. If you supply a little free library, contact SLB14office@gmail.com. Provided information
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Hilton Alumni Association scholarship awards
The Hilton Alumni Association awarded Hilton seniors David Padoleski and Bronte Jones scholarships in the amount of $1,000 on June 10 at the Annual Bravo Night at Hilton High School. David will be studying mechanical engineering at the University of Rochester, and Bronte will be pursuing studies in photography at Rochester Institute of Technology.
Also, that evening, the $500 Car-
men and Lucille Scoppa Teaching Scholarship, given by the Scoppa family and administered by the Alumni Association, was awarded to Aiden Hyrohenko, who will be studying teaching at SUNY Brockport. The John Buell Art Scholarship of $500 was given by John’s family, Becky and Brian, to Jude Hare who will be majoring in animation at RIT. Provided information
First annual Parma Hilton Historical Society scholarships
The Parma Hilton Historical Society awarded its first two scholarships to students who will be entering a history-related field. Winners were Austin DeLorme, who will be studying history and political science at the
University of Rochester, and Jacob Redick, who will be attending SUNY Brockport to become a social studies teacher.
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Sweden undertakes highway garage project
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and the refinishing of flooring in the main garage building office areas, restrooms, and hallways. The highway crew itself will undertake the pouring of a concrete floor in the cold storage building.
Being put to public bid later this summer is metal work to include sid-
ing on the salt barn, a roof on the cold storage building, and siding on the former dog control building. The siding on the dog control building will be let as an alternate. The Town Board has authorized up to $144,000 from the building reserve fund for the total projects. The last major improvement undertaken at the highway garage campus was the $216,000 reconstruction of the front parking lot and garage apron in 2020/2021. Provided information
