Westside News WEST Edition – May 19, 2024

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Friends of Ogden Farmers’ Library to host

Wine Tasting event

The Friends of the Ogden Farmers’ Library are hosting a Wine Tasting event led by Wines by Design on Monday, June 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the meeting room at the library located at 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport. Wines by Design owners, Dan Hartwig and Marty Zess, will introduce attendees to a wide variety of wines. Their presentation will include information about red and white wines and their sweetness. The discussion will also include the different types of grapes used and how one can make wine.

All of the proceeds from this event benefit the Ogden Farmers’ Library.

The Friends of Library are currently raising funds for the library’s summer reading program, upcoming seed library, and new tables for the library meeting room.

Admission to the wine tasting is $20 per person and the event is limited to individuals that are 21 years or older. This event has a limited capacity of a maximum of 25 participants, so early registration in recommended. You can register for the event at the front desk of the Ogden Library or online at www.ogdenlibrary.com. The registration link is under the Events tab. Provided information

Holley Superintendent receives GVASCD Supervision Award

On May 9, Holley Superintendent Brian Bartalo was recognized by the Genesee Valley Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (GVASCD) with the 2024 Supervision Award. Each year, GVASCD celebrates the accomplishments of educational leaders who achieve excellence in the areas of Supervision, Curriculum and Service.

“Mr. Bartalo has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, and leadership in everything he does, and this recognition is a testament to his hard work and commitment to our district,” said Dan Courtney, Holley Middle School/High School Assistant Principal.

“He has changed the culture of our district to one that embraces continuous growth and improvement, celebrates its achievements in academics, sports, and extracurriculars, and leans on the community’s and staff’s belief that ‘Holley Means Family,’” said Brendan Keiser, Holley CSD Director of Teaching and Learning. Superintendent Bartalo was joined by his colleagues and family to celebrate his accomplishment. Provided information and photo

Those across the area who were out late on Friday, May 10, got to witness the Northern Lights thanks to a level G5 storm caused by explosions from a large sunspot. The auroras danced, lighting the sky in shades of purple, pink, and green. Many who witnessed the spectacle said it made up for our cloud-covered eclipse experience. The auroras were visible Sunday night as well, but not as brilliantly. This shot was captured Friday night by Greg Mytych from his home in Ogden.

Holley Superintendent Brian Bartalo with Brendan Keiser, Director of Teaching and Learning.

Urban League of Rochester holding 45th Annual Salute to Black Scholars Ceremony

The Urban League of Rochester will hold its 45th Annual Black Scholars Ceremony, recognizing the academic achievements of more than 600 graduating high school seniors across a nine-county region. Students have all maintained a B average, or better, throughout all four years of their high school careers.

The event will take place at Rochester Institute of Technology’s Gordon Field House, 1 Lomb Memorial Drive, on Monday, June 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. for this event which is free and open to the public

The Class of 2024 will be welcomed to the Urban League of Rochester family and will become a part of its rich Black Scholars’ history here in the Rochester community. The celebration will include Black Scholars alumni spanning more than four decades. Not only will the event honor these remarkable young students, but the Urban League, along with its community partners, will also be presenting numerous scholarship awards.

Dr. Seanelle Hawkins, President and CEO of the Urban League of Rochester, expressed her hopes for the event, saying, “There has been persistent press on violence and crime involving our community’s youth of color. I am hopeful that this uplifting celebration of our Urban League Black Scholars’ exceptional academic accomplishments will captivate equal attention.”

The Urban League’s Homecoming Weekend will also include an Early Recognition Ceremony on Friday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Students in grades 9-11 who are on the path to becoming future Black Scholars will convene on the campus of St. John Fisher University. There will also be a Distinguished Chefs Cook-Off on Sunday, June 2, from 2 to 6 p.m. The long-standing food-tasting tradition invites local chefs, professional and hobbyist, to showcase their culinary prowess at the Commissary and Mercantile on Main.

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Jeannine Limbeck appointed new Assistant Principal at Brockport’s Fred W. Hill School

Brockport Central School District has appointed Jeannine Limbeck as the new Assistant Principal at Fred W. Hill School following an extensive search and interview process. Limbeck’s selection was formally approved during the Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, May 7. She will assume her new role starting Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

Jeannine brings a wealth of experience to her new position, having been a part of the Brockport CSD community since September 1, 2000. Over the years, she has served in various roles, including teaching at both Ginther and Hill schools. For the past nine years, Jeannine has been instrumental as an Instructional Coach at Hill School, contributing significantly to the successful implementation of several educational initiatives, notably the recent launch of school’s reading and math resources. Last summer, Jeannine also served as the principal of the district’s K-6 summer school literacy program.

“Jeannine embodies a rare combination of vision, compassion, and dedication. Her commitment to student success and fostering a positive school culture is truly admirable. We are fortunate to have her as our new Assistant Principal at the Hill School,” said Superintendent Sean Bruno. Provided information and photo

Dr. Cary A. Kazdan, Optometrist, Dr. Peter Micca, Optometrist Keith Oetinger, Optician

MONROE COUNTY, WESTSIDE TOWNS AND VILLAGES TO HOST HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION

Food truck rodeo and concert fundraiser in Greece

The Jerry J. Helfer Memorial Food Truck Rodeo will be held on Tuesday, June 4, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Greece Town Hall Campus. This will be in conjunction with the Town of Greece Summer Concert Series featuring Zac Brown Tribute Band. Food trucks will open at 5:30 p.m. and the concert will begin at 6 p.m.

Jerry Helfer was a man of exceptional character and virtue who always exhibited kindness to anyone he encountered. Throughout his life, Jerry dedicated his time and talents to making the Greece community a better place. One of Jerry’s first positions in public service was being a member of the Greece Youth Board. Additionally, Jerry served as Town Councilman from 1998 until 2009 and as Deputy

Supervisor from January 2014 until his untimely passing in July of the same year. Proceeds collected from the Food Truck Rodeo will go towards the Jerry J. Helfer Youth Engagement Scholarship. There will also be a donation box at the event for anyone wishing to donate directly to the scholarship fund.

The Jerry J. Helfer Youth Engagement Scholarship provides the Greece community with the opportunity to recognize a student that regularly upholds exemplary moral values, devotes time and energy into helping serve the Greece community, and consistently displays outstanding leadership skills. For more information, contact the Greece Youth Board at 723-2934 or email jerryhelferscholarship@greeceny.gov. Provided information

NYS OASAS airing new special to highlight ongoing efforts to address the impact of opioids

The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS) is airing a new 30-minute special TV presentation of the OASAS podcast “Addiction: The Next Step” on stations across the state, highlighting the impact the opioid and overdose epidemic has had on New York State, and the steps OASAS is taking to address this crisis.

The new special features real stories of several New Yorkers, including Rochester-area teen Paige Gibbons who died after overdosing on a counterfeit pill that contained fentanyl without her knowledge. It also includes personal stories of other New Yorkers who have benefitted from OASAS services, and information about how to access scholarships for those interested in a career in addiction services.

The program also features insight from OASAS Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham about each of the segments, and how they relate to the work of OASAS.

“New Yorkers in every community across the state are being impacted by the opioid and overdose crisis. At OASAS, we continue to focus on addressing this issue through new education and prevention ef-

forts, as well as expanding and enhancing services throughout the state,” OASAS Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham said. “This new special program is an opportunity for us to continue to educate the public about the dangers of illicit substances and where they can get help for addiction, as well as highlight some of the personal stories of New Yorkers and their families who have felt the effects of this crisis.”

The special airs locally on May 23 at 7 p.m. on WUHF (Fox) and 7:30 p.m. on 13-WHAM, and May 25 at 7:30 p.m. on 13-WHAM.

More information on the scholarships is available at https://oasas.ny.gov/credentialing/casac, and links to other episodes of “Addiction: The Next Step” can be found at https://oasas.ny.gov/next-step

New Yorkers struggling with an addiction, or whose loved ones are struggling, can find help and hope by calling the state’s toll-free, 24-hour, 7-days-a-week HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1877-846-7369) or by texting HOPENY (Short Code 467369).

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Monroe County Department of Environmental Services, the towns of Ogden, Hamlin, Clarkson, Sweden, and Parma, and the villages of Hilton, Brockport and Spencerport will partner to hold an appointment-only Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection at the Town of Ogden Highway Department, 2432 South Union St., Spencerport, NY 14559, on Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 7:45 a.m. to 12 noon.

To schedule an appointment call 392-9464 or go on-line to https://www.monroecounty.gov/ecopark

This collection is open to all Monroe County residents. Waste from businesses will not be accepted.

Up to 30 gallons of the following materials will be accepted per appointment at no charge:

• Oil-based & Latex Paint (for 1/3-gallon or less of latex paint: discard lid, add kitty litter, let dry, place can in trash)

• Wood Stain & Preservatives

• Automotive Fluids (antifreeze; brake, power steering and transmission fluids)

• Pesticides & Fertilizers

• Flammable Products (gasoline, kerosene, thinners, strippers, solvents)

• Household Cleaners (liquid soaps & waxes, drain cleaners, etc.)

• Driveway Sealer

• Pool & Photo Chemicals

• Rechargeable (Ni-Cad) & Button Batteries

• Mercury (thermometers, thermostats)

• Syringes/Sharps (safely packaged)

Do Not Bring: used motor oil & vehicle batteries (contact service station or retailer); Pharmaceutical Wastes, Propane tanks (ecopark facility only), cans with dried paint (if it rattles when shaken – remove lid and place in trash); empty containers (trash or recycle); everyday alkaline batteries (trash); glazing/spackle & joint compounds (trash).

Brockport Superintendent Sean Bruno (right) congratulates Jeannine Limbeck on her appointment to the Assistant Principal position.

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Blood Drives

•Upcoming blood donation opportunities: May 22, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport; May 22, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Leos Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton; May 22, 1 to 6 p.m., Chili Community Center, 3237 Chili Avenue, Rochester; May 23, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., Spencerport Fire District, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport; May 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Unity Hospital, 1555 Long Pond Road, Rochester. Type O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed right now. Schedule an appointment by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. For details on all offers for those who donate, visit RedCrossBlood.org/RaceToGive.

Classes/Workshops/Webinars

•The Radio Control Club of Rochester offers free training for anyone that would like to learn how to fly radio controlled model airplanes. The club will supply the plane and two transmitters that are connected. This is hands on and you will fly a plane in a safe and controlled environment at the model airplane flying field in Northampton Park.

Training will be held every Tuesday through September beginning at 4 p.m. If weather necessitates cancellation, a note will be posted at https://www. rccr1957.com/beginning/training.html and on the club’s Facebook page.

•The Monroe County Health Department’s Improving Addiction Coordination Team offers a free, one-hour opioid overdose prevention training course on the first Wednesday of every month. Learn how the epidemic is impacting your community, the addiction cycle, and the physiological changes substance use has in a person’s body. Participants receive a naloxone kit at the end of the training and are taught how to use it. Visit http:// tinyurl.com/mrxbvufe to learn more and register for an in-person or online class.

Events

•The Gathering Table, free community dinner, at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, on Sunday, May 19, from noon to 1 p.m. Menu is Olive Garden-style chicken pasta casserole, broccoli, and dessert. The Teen Closet will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 pm.

•Free community concert at Greece Baptist Church, 1230 Long Pond Road, on Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. Performer is The Kodak Concert Band. The church offers free parking, with close handicapped access. For information, call 585966-2660 or visit jazz901.org.

•The Village of Hilton Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony will be held Monday, May 27. The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. from St. Paul Lutheran School on East Avenue, through Main Street to West Avenue. The ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on the south lawn of the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street. Refreshments to follow.

•Town of Greece Memorial Day events will be held on Monday, May 27. The Parade begins at 11 a.m. and will proceed down Long Pond Road from Janes Road to the Greece Town Hall Campus. A Remembrance Ceremony will be held at 11:45 a.m. at the Greece Town Hall Pavilion. Greece Town Hall Campus parking will be open until approximately 10:45 a.m. The section of Long Pond Road running from Latta Road to Janes Road and a portion of Janes Road will be closed from approximately 10 a.m. to noon.

•Spencerport High School Jazz Concert held outdoors at the high school on May 29 at 7 p.m.

•Ogden Presbyterian Church is hosting a free “Stewards of Children” training on May 30, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport. “Stewards of Children” is a training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. This training teaches adults practical actions that they can take to reduce instances of child sexual abuse in their organizations, families, and communities.

All are welcome. Please register at http://forms. gle/sZ5o1xzFD3My7v8HA.

•Join the Rochester Croquet Club in celebrating National Croquet Day on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Grace and Truth Sports Park, 373 North Greece Road, Hilton. The club will supply instructions and all the equipment needed to play this fun filled, competitive and social game.

•Community Shred Day on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Clarkson Highway Garage, 3623 Lake Road. Bring your personal documents to dispose of. No appointment needed. Sponsored by the Clarkson Town Clerk Susan Henshaw. Call Susan at 637-1130 with any questions.

•Assemblyman Steve Hawley is partnering with Sunnking Sustainable Solutions to offer free electronic device collection and recycling for the community on Saturday, June 22, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the parking lot at 5130 East Main Street Road, Batavia. Pre-registration is requested of all attendees at https://form.jotform.com/Sunnking/ eo-batavia---june-2024.

Fundraisers

•Spencerport Rotary Club is sponsoring the Spencerport Stars and Stripes program. On four holidays – Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day – a club member will place a 3’ x 5’ U.S. flag on an 8’ wooden pole in your yard

or at your business. It will be removed a few days later. Placement location must be within the Spencerport School District. Subscriptions are $75 and can be purchased online at www.SpencerportStarsandStripes.org. Any questions, contact Colleen Farley, 489-0333 or colleen1031@yahoo.com.

•Holley Music Boosters are holding a Chicken Barbecue on Tuesday, May 21 (District Budget Vote Day), from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Pickup only at the Holley MS/HS Cafeteria. Tickets are $16 pre-sale and can be purchased in the Holley MS/HS or ES offices. The fundraiser is hosted by the Holley Fire Department and HCSD Food Services. For information, go to facebook.com/HolleyMusicBoosters or email HolleyMusicBoosters@gmail.com.

•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 in the coming months.)

•Crafters and vendors wanted for the 2024 GRASP Craft Show on Saturday, June 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Harvey C. Noone American Legion, 6444 Buffalo Road, Churchville. Every spot reserved is a direct donation to GRASP (Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets). Go to https://www. graspinc.org/grasp-craft-show for information.

Government Meetings

•Chili: Parks and Recreation Committee – May 21, 6 p.m. at 3237 Chili Avenue, New Community Center.

•Clarkson: Planning Board – May 21, 7 p.m., at the Town Hall.

•Hamlin: Zoning Board – May 20, 7 p.m., at 1658 Lake Road.

•Kendall: Town Board – Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m. (rescheduled from May 21).

•Parma: Planning Board – May 20, 7 p.m.; Town Board – May 22, 6:30 p.m., at Town Hall, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.

•Riga: Conservation Board – May 20 (third Monday), 7 p.m.

Health/Help

•Brockport Small Business Development Center advisors offer tailored, free guidance for entrepreneurs and small businesses at any stage, from crafting business plans to refining marketing strategies. To schedule an appointment, go to nysbdc. ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=22d=22.

•Area residents are welcome to come to Union Church, 14 North Main Street, Churchville, to pick up a box of nutritious food for their families. Distribution is made the fourth Wednesday of each month between 4 and 5 p.m. Drive into the church parking lot and follow the signs. For information, call 585-293-1665.

•If you or a Veteran you know needs support to help with life’s challenges, visit VA.gov/REACH. Veterans (and their loved ones) who are experiencing emotional crisis can dial 988 then Press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or send a text message to 838255 to receive free, confidential support, 24/7, regardless of VA health care enrollment.

•The Spencerport addiction support group meeting for anyone touched by addiction is every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., at Spencerport Wesleyan Church, 2653 Nichols Street. Park in the back, enter thru downstairs door and go all the way to the back and through a door to the back room. Call 410-8021 or 261-5280 with any questions.

Historical

•The Gates Historical Society meets Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Town Hall Annex. Don Shilling will present a program entitled “The Roaring Twenties.” Learn about the events that took place after WWI, such as the new “Charleston” dance, color film being invented, and the passing of the 19th Amendment. This program is free and the facility is handicapped accessible.

Library Programs

•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Preschool Storytime with Mrs. Carlson is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. Digital Literacy of Rochester is at the library Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. providing tech help. Silent Book Club is Tuesday, May 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Adult Book Club is Wednesday, May 22, at 2 p.m. Call 964-2320 to register for programs. Visit the library’s Facebook page or www.hamlinlibraryny. org for more information.

•Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main Street, Churchville, is open Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p. m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 293-2009, go to newmanrigalibrary. org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•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.). Adult events: Disney’s Lorcana Card Game – May 25 at 1 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): Google Calendar – Monday, May 20, 1 to 2 p.m., registration appreciated. Learn how to start your Google Calendar, add events, edit events, share your calendar and more basics. If you already have a Google account or Gmail address, please have your password handy so you can practice during the event. Color Westside Green: The Biggest Little Farm – Tuesday, May 21, 6 to 8 p.m., registration optional. Screen a documentary chronicling the eight-year quest of John and Molly Chester as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland and dream to harvest in harmony with nature. Through dogged perseverance and embracing the opportunity provided by nature’s conflicts, the Chesters unlock and uncover a biodiverse design for living that exists far beyond their farm, its seasons, and our wildest imagination. Legos & Crafts – Thursday, May 23, 1 to 3 p.m., all ages welcome. Kids Craft: DIY Bouncy Balls – Friday, May 24, 1 to 2 p.m., recommended for children ages 5 and up but all are welcome. Allergy note: this recipe includes the use of Borax, a type of detergent. The library will be closed May 25 through 27 for the Memorial Day holiday. For information, call 392-8350 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. Mr. Grass Head Dolls – Monday, May 20, 6 to 6:45 p.m., for ages 5-12. Create your own Mr. Grass Head Doll and see how it grows at home. “As the Pages Turn” Book Club – Wednesday, May 22, 11 a.m. to noon, and Thursday, May 23, 6 to 7 p.m., reading Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy. Movie Night – Wednesday, May 22, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Homeschool Hour: “What Do Worms Do?”/Cornell Cooperative Extension* – Thursday, May 23, 1 to 2 p.m., for ages 5-12. Participate in a hands-on activity with live red-wiggler worms. Learn what worms eat and how they help farmers grow food. T(w)een Crafternoon – Thursday, May 23, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Work on a new craft or skill. Check social media to see what’s in store. Garden Club x Junior Chefs = Dirt Cups* – Friday, May 24, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., for ages 5-12. Help organize the library’s seed catalog, then “cook” a yummy dirt cup. All materials provided. Please register each child participating. In Stitches* – Friday, May 24, noon to 2 p.m. Join Cathy Chesnut to learn how to make a sewn Petal Bag. Bring your own sewing machine, a wound bobbin, and some neutral thread. The library will provide fabric already cut, scissors, cording, and pins.

Meetings

•Brockport Fire District meets May 20, 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport.

•The Hubbard Springs Garden Club of Chili meets the third Monday of each month (September through June), 6:30 p.m., at the Chili Recreation Center, Room 212, 3237 Chili Avenue. New members welcome. Contact Maryann Wagner (President) at 585-766-1077, for more information.

•Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners holds a regular business meeting on the third Monday of the month (May 20) at 7 p.m. at the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Building, 1521 Lake Road, Hamlin.

•The Hamlin Lions Club meets every first and third Tuesday, 6 p.m., at the Farmers Table, 1700 Lake Road, Hamlin. Call President Lion Randy Paap at 585-370-4420 to find out how you can get involved.

Reunions

•Brockport Class of 1962 Reunion — Celebrating 62 Years – Monday and Tuesday, July 15 and 16. Reservation(s) can be sent with your payment. Please include your name(s) and event(s) you will be attending. Welcome and Ice Breaker on Monday, 5 to 7 p.m., at Bill Gray’s Tap Room, 4647 South Lake Road, Brockport, with cash bar and food available for purchase. Reunion Celebration on Tuesday at noon at Sweden Town Park Lodge, 4745 Redman Road, Brockport. Cost is $25 per person (for Tuesday only) with checks payable to BHS Class of 62. Mail payment (due June 1) with your reservation(s) to: BHS Class of 62, 35 Allen Street, Brockport, NY 14420. For information, email brockportclassof62@gmail.com.

School Boards

•Brockport Central School District Budget and Board of Education vote will be held on Tuesday, May 21. Updated information at www.bcs1.org.

•Churchville-Chili CSD 2024-2025 Budget, Buses, and Candidates Election will be held Tuesday, May 21, noon to 9 p.m., in the Middle School North Cafeteria (Entrance 31).

Volunteer Opportunities

•Volunteers are needed for Girls on the Run of Greater Rochester’s 5K event on Saturday, June 1, at MCC Brighton Campus. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that uses fun running games and dynamic discussions to teach life skills to girls in grades 3-8. For information about the event, how to register and volunteer opportunities, visit www. gotrrochester.org/5K.

Brockport bridge update

by Mayor Margay Blackman

Much if not most of the work done lately on Brockport’s Main Street bridge has focused on the pit walls and flooring. Both pits have received new concrete floors. Concrete wall repairs in the south pit are complete; the north pit walls are almost done. The trusses, stationed on the north side of the canal, are close to being completed. The posts on each end – lifting posts – will be replaced

when the trusses are moved back to their original location; the new lifting mechanism will be attached to them. An egress ladder has been set into the canal wall on the southwest side. The counterweights, metalized instead of concrete like the originals, are scheduled to be put in place the first week in June. Look for a large crane to do the job. The counterweights will be heavier than the originals as the open steel deck floor grating is heavier than the old steel deck flooring.

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Hilton-Parma Senior Center releases 2024 trip schedule

Hilton-Parma Senior Center offers escorted full day trips with motorcoach transportation to see various attractions throughout New York. Trips are offered to residents of Parma age 55+ at a subsidized rate. Nonresidents are welcome to register one week later at full price, space permitting. The trips tend to fill up quickly, so early registration is advised. Planned trips include:

•July 10 – Underground Railroad Tour; $105/resident, $130/non-resident

•August 21 – Amish Country Train; $115/resident, $140/non-resident

•September 11 – Mystery Trip; $109/ resident, $134/non-resident

•October 2 – May We All – The Rev; $137/resident $162/non-resident

•December 3 – The Rat Pack at Seneca Niagara Casino/Niagara Falls, NY; $77/resident $102/non-resident. Visit www.hprecreation.org for detailed trip information, program policies, and registration procedures or to register online. Details can also be emailed. For any additional questions or to register by phone, call the Hilton-Parma Recreation & Senior Center at 392-9030.

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Hawley announces Patriot Trip 2024

Assemblyman Steve Hawley will lead a Patriot Trip to Washington, D.C. again this year. The trip will run from September 19 to 22 and is open to local veterans and their families.

Participants will get a tour of the nation’s capital and its numerous monuments and landmarks that honor those who served. This year’s trip will feature stops at several notable locations in the D.C. area, including the WWII, Korean and Vietnam War memorials and Arlington National Cemetery.

“This trip is an excellent opportunity to honor not only our local veterans but also those who served before them,” said Hawley. “I am incredibly excited to host this event for another year. We owe our veterans a deep level

of gratitude for all they have sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy in this country, so being able to take them to our nation’s capital to see these historic landmarks is truly an honor.”

Hawley is asking that participants register by August 16. Due to the many generous donations from the community, local businesses and organizations, the cost is expected to be $450 to $500 per person with everything included. To register, contact Hawley’s office at 585-589-5780 or email hawleys@nyassembly.gov for more details.

For those who wish to donate to support this event, please make your donation out to American Legion Patriot Trip and send to PO Box 171, Albion, NY 14411.

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SUNY Brockport President selected as one of RBJ’s “Women of Excellence”

SUNY Brockport President Heidi Macpherson has been recognized by the Rochester Business Journal one of its 2024 “Women of Excellence.” The award recognizes outstanding women for their professional accomplishments, community leadership, and mentoring.

Macpherson, who has served as SUNY Brockport’s President since 2015, successfully guided the university through a structural budget deficit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and, in 2023, exhibited strong leadership that helped reverse several years of post-pandemic declining enrollment to recruit the largest incoming class in nearly 50 years.

She serves on a number of local volunteer boards, including the United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes (2018-), the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce (2019-), and the Willow Domestic Violence Center (2017-), where she is Vice Chair. She is the Secretary of the Rochester Area Colleges Presidents Network, having previously served as Vice President and President. She also previously served on the Board of the YWCA of Rochester and Monroe County (2017-21) and ROC the Future Board of Convenors (2017-2022). Dr. Macpherson is a member of Rotary

International and currently chairs the Rotary Membership Evaluation Committee.

Finally, President Macpherson has consistently demonstrated her commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders. She annually serves as a mentor to students in Brockport’s Leadership Development Program. She works closely with Brockport Student Government, helping student leaders to craft their own leadership style. And she mentors her own staff, aiding in their professional development and helping them achieve new heights in their careers. Provided information and photo

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HAMLIN – Robert A. German, age 74, died April 28, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary German; daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Ron Rodas; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Jaclyn German; daughter, Leslie German and Charlie Duffy; grandchildren, Leah and Lexa Rodas, Emma and David German; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Jim and Ginny Spencer, Robin Spencer-Foote and Ron Foote, Tom and Sue Spencer; niece, Rebecca Spencer; nephews, Matthew Spencer, Jason Spencer, Ryan Spencer and Eli Foote. Bob was always there for his family and friends. He knew when one needed help and he was right there to lend a hand. Bob loved the outdoors. Fishing was his favorite past time. After retiring from Eastman Kodak Company (36 years), he spent the winters in Florida, enjoying the sunshine and fishing.

A Memorial Service for family and friends will be held June 1, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Walker Fire Station, 1420 Walker-Lake Ontario Road, Hilton.

•Anderson, Helen M., died May 7, 2024. Predeceased by her parents, Martin and Helen Murray; and husband, Glenee Anderson. Survived by her children, Kathleen O’Brien, Michael (Jody) Anderson, Michael (Margaret) O’Brien, Maureen (Robert) Volo and Patrick O’Brien; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends. She was born in her family home in Kendall, one of nine children. She graduated from Kendall High School and went on to the Saint Mary’s School of Nursing to become a Registered Nurse. Helen had a long career at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, as well as having worked in several other health institutions. Helen loved travel, playing cards, feeding and watching birds, knitting afghans, cooking and puzzles.

Her Funeral Mass was held May 15 at St. Christopher’s Church, North Chili. Interment, Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, MN. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

•Sulkowski, Edward J., of Rochester, died May 10, 2024 at age 82. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Laura; children, Lawrence, Laurie (Meaghan McDermott) and Edward; grandchildren, Stephen, Andrew and Hannah (Cody) Rudolfs; great-grandchild, Ezreigh; sister-in-law, Carol (Richard) Bailey; and several nephews and dear friends. Edward grew up in Rochester’s Polish neighborhoods, where his parents owned numerous businesses, including the Sun Theater on Joseph Avenue. Edward served for 20 years in the Rochester Police Department. After retirement, he enjoyed his hobbies of gardening, traveling with his wife Laura, listening to old time radio shows and watching classic movies. His sense of humor and storytelling will be greatly missed.

Family and friends may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m.to 12 p.m. Contributions can be made to the Verona Street Animal Society, 184 Verona Street, Rochester, NY 14608. A reception with family with follow at Anderson #2 Shelter in Churchville Park, 101 North Main Street, Churchville.

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Vicky Edwards (née Shed), age 71, of Brockport passed away after her battle with cancer on Mother’s Day, May 12th, 2024. Vicky is survived by her husband Allen, and three children Zachary, Lindsay, and Stephanie. She is predeceased by her parents Phil and Mary Shed. She is also survived by her four close siblings Tom (Karen) Shed, Jim Shed, anything and making furniture, and toys for the grandchildren. Richard was a member and Elder of the Dansville Presbyterian Church, where he also sang in the choir and played in the handbell choir with Marilyn. Surviving Richard are two daughters, Barbara (Jim Minerd) Lemen, Caroline (Norbert Nielubowski) Lemen, two sons Steven (Becky) Lemen and Peter (Wendy) Lemen. Also surviving are ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law Lillian, and Jean Lemen and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at 10:00 am on Monday May 20, 2024, a Memorial Service to follow at 11:00 at the Hindle Funeral Home Inc., 271 Main St. Dansville. Interment, with Full Military Honors will be in Greenmount Cemetery, Dansville. Online remembrances may be shared at HindleFuneralHome. com. Memorials may be made to Elderwood at Hornell, the Activities Coordinator, Jennifer Morales, 1 Bethesda Dr, Hornell, NY 14843-1048.

•Avery Donald R., died May 10, 2024, at age 97. Predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Mary Jane. Survived by his sons, Ken (Corinne) and Robert (April); grandchildren, Timothy (Bunny) Avery, Jennica (Tyler) Basler and Matthew Avery; great-grandchildren, Graham, Colson, Beckham, and Molly Jane; nephews Brock Avery, Jeffrey Mowers, Thomas Mowers; and many dear friends. Donald graduated from Spencerport High School in 1944 and enlisted in the Army at age 17. He served with the 280th Field Artillery Battalion, part of the 9th Army. After the war, he attended Clarkson University and graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was employed by the Erie Railroad, Boeing, Rochester Products (a division of General Motors), two consulting firms and Monroe County before starting Avery Engineering and Land Surveying when he was 60 years old, where he worked for 20 years before retiring. He was a lifelong learner, with many interests including gardening, reading, golf, and travel.

Family and friends may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home on Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Funeral Service to follow calling hours at 12 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment with Military Honors at Grove Place Cemetery. Contributions can be made in his memory to the Chili American Legion Post 1830, 450 Scottsville-Chili Road, Scottsville, NY 14546, or the Episcopal Church Home, 505 Mt. Hope Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620.

•Polito, William R., “Bill,” died May 8, 2024 at age 81. Predeceased by his parents, Jennie and Angelo; survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Kay; children, Stephen (JoAnn) Polito and Jason (Thekla) Polito; his grandchildren, Jennifer, Brent, Miles, Riese and Clara; siblings, Andrea McLaughlin, Christopher (Lisa) Polito; brother-in-law, Kenneth (Alice) Erickson and many dear nieces, nephews, and friends. Bill took his deep knowledge of literature and became an English teacher at Gates Chili High School, where he worked for 30 years. During his teaching career, he earned many accolades, including Teacher of the Year, twice. His life was richer through the lifelong friends he made with many of his colleagues, and especially his students, many of whom often came back to visit and thank him for his guidance and commitment to their learning. Bill was also a handyman and painter, loved traveling, skiing, charter fishing, and spending time with his family and his friends.

Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Celebration of his life, Saturday, June 1, 2024. Please feel to stop in and share a memory with family and friends anytime between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Red Fedele’s Brook House, 920 Elmridge Center Drive, Rochester. Donations in Bill’s memory can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Lollypop Farm. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili. churchville

•Clark, Wilberta Merritt, died May 9, 2024 at age 97. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl N. Clark Sr.; her sons, George Clark and Earl N. “Butch” Clark Jr.; her granddaughter, Jodi Waller; and her son-in-law, David Welch. She is survived by her children, Kathy (Gary) Unterborn, Bonnie (Darwin) Doty, Trudy Welch, and Todd (Pam) Clark; her grandchildren, Christopher Clark, Jennifer Clark, Jason Doty (Kristen), Richard Webster Clark, Emily Webster Clark, Elizabeth Clark, and Amber Webster Clark; and her four great-grandchildren, Michael Waller and Dylan Clark, Jared Doty and Ciarra Doty, (their mother, Tricia Doty); her daughters-in-law, Patricia Clark and Joanne Clark; many nieces and nephews.Wilberta worked as a house cleaner. In her leisure she enjoyed traveling, going out to eat, and spending good times with her grandchildren. No formal services will be held. Donations in her memory can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 or to the Arthritis Foundation, Upstate New York Chapter, 3300 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, New York 14618 in Wilberta’s memory. Arrangemetns entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

hilton •Apsey, Annette E. “Nan,” died May 11, 2024 at age 88. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert C. Apsey (2019); her daughter, Amy Apsey; her son-in-law, James Park; and her grandson, Jason Park. She is survived by her children, Colleen Park, Dawn (Robert) Smith, Betsy (Brian) Krieg, and Robert (Cindy) Apsey Jr.; her grandchildren, Brett (Lauren) Park, Amanda (Dan) Wilkin, Jessica (Nick) Pollé, Miles (Alli) Krieg, Elise Smith, Joel Smith, Brandon (Brittani) Apsey, Jamie (Chevy) Apsey, and Jordan (Dennis) Apsey; her seven great-grandchildren; and many dear friends in the church and the community. Nan worked for Schmidt’s Farm Market. She was a founding member of Star of the Sea Catholic parish, which later became St. Mark’s Church. She was very active in the Catholic church. She served as a dispatcher for the Greece Food Shelf, a volunteer at the Hilton Apple Festival, a board member and leader of the Genesee Valley Girl Scouts, a member of the Parma Historical Society, a census worker, and a parent representative for Hilton Central SPED.

A Funeral Mass was held May 18, at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 54 Kuhn Road, Rochester. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made to St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 54 Kuhn Road, Rochester, NY 14612 in Nan’s memory.

•Kellman, Carol Jean “Jeanne,” died May 11, 2024 at age 83. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald “Mort” Kellman (2018); her grandson, Daniel Kellman (2015); and her sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and Dick Gilson. She is survived by her sons, Joseph Kellman, Christopher (Debbie) Kellman, and Matthew Kellman; her grandchildren, Kaitlyn (Alex), Joli, and Jett Kellman; her great-grandchildren, Braden, Kaiden, and Parker; her sister, Anne Granger; and several nieces and nephews. Carol was a bus driver for Hilton Central School District for 35 years. She was a member of the Hilton Wrestling Club for 30 years, as well as an Avon distributor for a few years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Miller, Joshua R., age 44, died May 11, 2024. Josh is survived by his parents, Robert and Nancy Miller; his brother, Ben; his Uncle Lou and Aunt Jackie, Aunt Patty and Uncle Ray, Uncle Jack and cousins Stacey, Kim, Chris, Brian, Kelly, and Amy and their families; many close friends; and his faithful canine companion, Amelia. After attending Alfred State University and graduating from ITT Tech in Albany with a degree in Database Management, he worked various jobs before settling in Hilton ten years ago. He loved working for the County of Monroe in their IT department and purchased a home surrounded by farm fields. He was an avid sports fan; at the top of the list was Premier League Soccer. He also enjoyed Formula 1 (Lewis Hamilton), Nascar (Dale Jr and Chase Elliot), football (Buffalo Bills), college basketball (UNC); the list goes on. Josh loved tinkering on all his internal combustion engines, whether it be his ‘Vette, 4 wheelers, golf cart or Arctic Cat sleds.

A Funeral Mass will be held in the near future at the Church of the Infant Savior, 22 Holland Avenue, Pine Bush, NY 12566. A Celebration of his Life will be held this summer. Donations can be made to the University of Rochester Wilmot Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642, in Josh’s memory.

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•Pulcino, Alfred III, age 80, a longtime resident of Holley, died May 11, 2024. Alfred is survived by his three children, Dawn Pulcino, Alfred Pulcino IV (Tammy), and Melissa Pulcino; his former wife Marlene Pulcino; four siblings: Sandra Lindblad (Richard), Cynthia Pulcino-Green (Warren - deceased), Christine Lewandowski (Steve), and Frederick Pulcino (Sherri); eleven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Alfred Pulcino Jr., mother Mary C. Pulcino, brother Roger Pulcino, and sister Paula Jo Pulcino. He was a veteran of the US Air Force. He had a career as a commercial electrician with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 86. Al’s adventurous spirit led him to become a “Traveler” electrician, taking him to various locations including New York City, Waynesboro, Georgia, and Maui, Hawaii. In retirement, Al continued to serve his community. He volunteered with various charitable organizations including the local Shriners, American Legion, and VFW, while also serving on the social committee of his local union. Al found joy in entertaining others as a Shriner Clown and a Santa Claus College Graduated Santa.

His Mass of Christian Burial was held May 17 at St. Mary’s R.C. Church, Holley, with Military Honors after Mass. A Graveside Service was held in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester. Contributions can be made to the Damascus Shriners, 979 Bay Road, Webster, NY,\ 14580 in his memory. To share a special memory of Al, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes. com

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•Pearse, Madeline M., died May 13, 2024 at age 77. Predeceased by her parents, Amelia and Gustave Stragies and brother, Robert. Survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Leslie; children, Laura (Stephen) Buechi, Monica (Eric) Wagner and Krista (Steven) Colabufo; nine grandchildren; sister, Carlene Walter; sister-in-law, Sheila Bosley; and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Known for her doll cakes, rouladen, and pancake dinners, she also enjoyed sewing, gardening, and camping. Madeline loved to travel across the US and abroad, including trips to England, Germany, Brazil, China, and many other countries. She moved to North Carolina for many years before returning to New York to be closer to family Family and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass Monday, May 20 at 10 a.m. at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue, Rochester. Interment, St. Pius Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the National Scoliosis Foundation in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

Sweden receives grant for Sherry Lane sidewalks

The Town of Sweden has received a preliminary award of $65,000 from the Monroe County Community Development Block Grant program for the installation of a sidewalk on the east side of Sherry Lane. The sidewalk will run from the intersection of Route

31 north to Highview Circle and will be sited entirely within the Town’s right-of-way. The project also includes road repairs to Sherry Lane.

These pedestrian and road improvements follow a two-year project on Crestview Drive to install sidewalks

and repair that road. Crestview sidewalks were installed in 2023; road improvements are being undertaken now. At the conclusion of the Sherry Lane project in 2025, all entrances to the Town’s largest subdivision, Sweden Village, will have sidewalks. Provided information

Rochester LGBTQ+ youth art showcase calls for submissions

To kick off Pride Month this year, TGW Studio is holding its annual Spectra Showcase: a public art show celebrating the artistic talents of LQBTQ+ youth in Rochester.

TGW is hosting Spectra for the third consecutive year, having successfully showcased work from over 25 young artists in Rochester and the surrounding areas, providing a platform for queer youth to express themselves publicly.

When asked why safe spaces such as these are important for LGBTQ+

youth, Lily Garnaat, Design Lead at TGW Studio, shared: “Safe creative spaces allow marginalized communities, like the Queer community, to explore their complex selves and to embrace what we may have learned to hide in fear of rejection. Young people deserve to be celebrated and encouraged to keep going, so they can become confident community members and changemakers in years to come.”

This year, Spectra will take place on Friday, June 7, at TGW Studio at 210 South Avenue, Rochester, from 5 to 8

p.m. Rochester’s Center for Youth will also have a presence at the show, accepting donations for their Arnett House – an LGBTQ+ and trafficked homeless youth shelter in Rochester.

TGW Studio is now accepting submissions for Spectra from artists 21 years old and younger. Submissions of all mediums and subject matter are accepted, although pieces that explore topics such as gender, sexual orientation, identity, and other LGBTQ+ themes are especially encouraged. For submission guidelines and to enter a submission, go to tgwstudio.com/spectra. Submissions close on May 26 at 11:59 p.m.

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Learn croquet

Come learn the game of croquet. This is not your backyard game you may have played in the past. Join the Rochester Croquet Club in celebrating National Croquet Day on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Grace and Truth Sports Park, 373 North Greece Road, Hilton. The club will supply instructions and all the equipment needed to play this fun filled, competitive and social game. Provided information and photo.

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Association. This is the second year in a row he has been named to this prestigious team. Eli is a strong academic student, who plays soccer, tennis and unified basketball for the Saints.

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Hilton’s boys and girls track and field teams won the Lancer Invitational held at Eastridge High School on May 10. The boys team finished with 110 points, 34 points ahead of second place Webster Thomas. The girls team scored 93.33 points, with second-place Fairport at 74.5. Photo from

Spencerport golfer Rob LaDuca shot a 75 on May 9 to take first place in the 2024 MCPSAC Satellite Tournament. Photo from @Ranger_Sports on X.

With a win over Churchville-Chili on May 8, the Spencerport girls track team clinched the Monroe County Division III

Spencerport’s girls flag football team scored their first ever sectional win in the Class A pre-quarterfinals with a 38-12 win over Fairport. They went on to upset Webster Schroeder 18-12 in the quarterfinals on May 13, scoring in the last second of the game to secure the win. Photo from @Ranger_Sports on X.

Brockport’s girls flag football team received the Class B1 Section V Girls Flag Football Team Sportsmanship Award. Photo from @BrockportCSD on X.

Churchville-Chili’s Elijah Bailey (center) was named an Academic AllAmerican by the National High School Coaches

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The Town Hall Offices will be closing at 1:00 pm on Fridays

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Volunteer Board Opportunities 5/15/2024

Appointments To

• Historic Preservation Board - two positions - 3 year terms

• Tree Board - two positions - 4 year terms

• Brockport Local History Museum - two positions - 3 year terms

Submit a Position Interest Form online at: https://brockportny.org/position-of-interest/

Questions? Email Manager Erica Linden, elinden@brockportny.org or call (585) 637-5300 x112

Meet SUNY Brockport’s first doctoral graduates in nursing

In 2022, SUNY Brockport’s Department of Nursing launched the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), the first ever doctorate-level program offered by a SUNY comprehensive-college. The program is offered 100% online to accommodate nurse practitioners that are currently working full-time.

“The Department of Nursing changed the masterplan for SUNY Brockport to allow the University to graduate students who have earned the Doctor of Nursing Practice,” said Kathy Peterson, Chair of the Department of Nursing. “This change paved the way for other departments at SUNY Brockport to offer practice doctorates at a tuition rate much lower than tuition at private universities.”

Luzann Ampadu, Brandon Geer, and Carrie Li were the first cohort of students to join the program and graduated at Brockport’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony on May 17. Throughout their time in the program, they managed to balance a full workload alongside a rigorous program to earn their terminal degree in the field of nursing.

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“I liked the flexibility of the program. I was working several jobs that had constantly changing schedules which was nearly impossible to work around,” Geer said. “I am very appreciative of the guidance and support while working through my DNP project. I honestly don’t think I could have made it through without their coaching and support.”

The support offered throughout the program played a key role in Geer’s success. He was working full-time, building a new practice, and raising a newborn child – all while completing his DNP.

“I discovered that the program was entirely online, offering the flexibility needed to advance my education and professional career without major disruptions to my work responsibilities,” Li said. “What impressed me the most was discovering that the instructors were practicing providers in their specialties outside the classroom.”

Li noted that it can be “undoubtedly challenging” to balance a full-time job while pursuing a doctorate, but the program’s curriculum and learning experience led to immediate growth in her field.

“Much like the dedication and perseverance it took for them to finish this degree, their willingness to step up and take action to improve population health outcomes is an example for all of us to emulate,” said Elizabeth Heavy, Professor of Nursing. “They are the change leaders we need to help positively transform the future of healthcare. This is the ultimate goal for graduates of Doctor of Nursing Practice programs.”

Learn more about SUNY Brockport’s first ever doctoral graduates and their time in the DNP program.

Luzann Ampadu Ampadu started her journey at SUNY Brockport as an adjunct clinical professor in the Department of Nursing. When she heard the University was offering a DNP program, she applied for the program knowing she would be fully supported by her former colleagues.

“I chose the DNP program at SUNY Brockport because I know the University and professors very well,” Ampadu said. “I am incredibly honored and proud to be one of the first doctoral-level nursing students to graduate.”

The flexibility of the 100% online program allowed Ampadu to work full-time, providing care for patients while earning her degree. She believes one of the key standouts for the program is the individualized support offered by the department.

“They (the Department of Nursing) truly care about each student. It’s quite remarkable,” Ampadu said. “They take a holistic approach with every student, every student. You become a part of the SUNY Brockport family no matter where you live.”

The program helped Ampadu strengthen her leadership abilities, particularly when it comes to discussing high-level topics with interprofessional and interdisciplinary colleagues.

“Brockport helped me grow professionally and personally,” Ampadu said. “The degree has enhanced my leadership and communication skills by translating very complex healthcare and health systems issues in a manner that is more relatable to all team members.”

Brandon Geer

Geer is now a three-time graduate from SUNY Brockport, earning his BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), and now, DNP. A combination of affordability, accessibility, and academic support led him to apply to the DNP program.

“I don’t think I would have been as supported in any other program,” Geer said. “I feel like the nursing department truly cares and strives to create a familial feeling to the program. Each professor customizes their approach to each student to make sure they are accommodated and supported.”

Ever since he was a child, Geer knew that he wanted to earn his doctorate. For a time, he moved on from that dream, content with his career as a Registered Nurse (RN). After joining the University, he caught the education “bug” and continued his studies until earning his terminal degree in nursing.

“I feel like I can finally display my love of education and have a tangible honorarium of the road I have traveled to get to this point,” Geer said. “I feel like I am a part of the progression of SUNY Brockport, and the progression of nursing overall.”

Carrie Li

Li earned her DNP from SUNY Brockport while living and working full-time in New York City, utilizing the program’s online flexibility.

“Brockport’s program provides a component focused on leadership and disseminating the capstone findings,” Li said. “This distinctive feature has significantly influenced my professional growth, prompting me to engage in discussions with individuals in executive roles whom I wouldn’t typically interact with in my daily practice.”

Unlike the other students in her cohort, Li had no connection to SUNY Brockport prior to joining the program and had to commit to a fully online approach without immediate access to the University’s in-person facilities. Regardless of the obstacles, she is excited to graduate with her terminal degree this spring.

“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to be one of the first doctorate-level students to graduate from SUNY Brockport,” Li said. “It is a profound experience that fills me with both humility and excitement for the opportunities for nurses to reach their terminal degrees with a unique and gratifying sense of accomplishment while advocating for practice improvement and shaping policy changes.”

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Ogden officials support statewide legislation providing tax exemptions to special police officers

In communities throughout New York State, special police officers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our neighborhoods. These dedicated individuals, often unpaid volunteers, consistently go above and beyond to serve the community and augment law enforcement agencies.

Despite their invaluable service, special police officers currently do not qualify for tax exemptions for their contributions. However, there’s potential for this to change. Thanks to the efforts of Assemblyman Josh Jensen and Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt, a bill has been introduced in both chambers of the New York State Legislature. This bill aims to provide a partial exemption from real property taxes for real property owned by special police officers residing in any county, with the exception of counties with a population of one million or more.

“During my tenure as a Monroe County legislator, I recognized the need to attract and retain volunteers at all levels of our emergency services system. With collaboration from Village of Spencerport Mayor Gary Penders and Monroe County Legislator Paul Dondorfer, we proposed the initial language and guidelines that later became the adopted state exemption for Fire and EMS volunteers. While this was a tremendous achievement, the current exemptions fail to include the crucial volunteers in our auxiliary police departments statewide,” said Ogden Town Supervisor Mike Zale.

“Our Town of Ogden Special Police Force consists of some of the most exceptionally committed and selfless individuals I have ever met. They exemplify

what it means to serve and can always be relied upon when our police department requires assistance. The tax exemption currently proposed in the state legislature would be a gesture of gratitude to the men and women of our Special Police Force, recognizing their unwavering service and ongoing impact within our community.

“I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Assemblyman Jensen and Sen. Ortt for introducing such an important bill and for being a voice for law enforcement in New York State,” concluded Zale.

The Ogden Special Police Force is a dedicated all-volunteer organization comprised of both men and women who are deeply committed to serving and safeguarding the town and its residents. One of their primary responsibilities involves conducting thorough “house checks” for residents who are away, ensuring the security of their homes and promptly notifying them of any irregularities. Additionally, these officers play a crucial role in managing various aspects of town and village events, including traffic control, crowd management, and bike patrols. Notably, several members of our Special Police Force also serve as court officers at the Ogden Town Court, further showcasing their contributions to community safety and well-being.

“The Ogden Special Police Force is a vital resource and is a force-multiplier for the agency,” said Ogden Police Chief Travis Gray. “Special police are called upon to assist during major incidents, special events, and any other special situations that arise, which ultimately saves costs and expands the capabili-

ties of the department. As our special police officers are volunteers, I fully support them receiving tax exemptions similar to those already provided to other volunteer first responders. It’s the least we can do to say thank you to the dedicated special police officers in our town and across the state.”

Assembly bill A09577 has been referred to the Real Property Taxation

Committee and Senate bill S08773A has been referred to the Local Government Committee. If adopted, officers who have served a minimum of two years and reside in the city, town or village which is served by such special police, will qualify for this exemption.

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Make the most of a day at the lake

Water becomes the center of attention when the temperature climbs because of the cooling relief it can provide. Making a day of splashing through sprinklers, swimming laps in a pool or horsing around with friends at a waterpark is part of the summertime experience.

Even though most people equate summer fun with ocean escapes, those who do not live close to the coast often turn to other bodies of water to cool off and chill out. Lakes can be great places to spend summer afternoons and evenings. Discover how to make time at the lake even more fun with these ideas.

Fishing

Cast your line right into the lake and take a shot at catching some fish. Bass, trout, perch, and pike may be interested in the bait hanging off of your hook. Be sure to check local fish and game ordinances to see if you need a license for fishing for the season, as well as the recreational size limits, possession limits and fishing seasons if you plan on keeping your catch.

Water sports

Water sports and lakes often go hand-inhand. Certain water activities are easier on the calm waters of a lake than in the waves and swells of an ocean – particularly for beginners. Canoes and kayaks are one- or two-passenger vessels that can be launched from just about anywhere. They make areas of the lake explorable that may not be accessible to large boats. Plus they require no fuel other than the power of rowing. If you prefer more speed, personal water craft like jet skis may be used on lakes in certain areas. Waterskiing or wakeboarding behind powerboats are some additional options for thrill-seekers.

Tubing

Although tubing is often enjoyed on rivers where the rapids carry people along from a starting point to the end, those who desire a more relaxing day may opt for tubing on a lake. Tie several tubes together and create a fleet of friends or family floating leisurely under the sun. With the addition of a floating cooler full of drinks and snacks, you can stay out on the lake for hours.

Lakeside cuisine

If you’re lucky to have a lodge or restaurant dockside, you can enjoy a delicious meal overlooking a sunset on the lake. Time in or on the water can build up an appetite, which can be satiated by a meal while you listen to the water lap against the shoreline. Days at the lake can be memorable ways to spend summer vacations.

Brockport’s Summer Serenades schedule

Save your Thursday evenings in July and August for the annual Summer Serenades music performances at the Village of Brockport Welcome Center, 11 Water Street just off Main Street. Start time in July is 7 p.m.; in August it is 6:30 p.m. All last about an hour and a half, are free, and require no tickets or reservations. Most people sit on the Welcome Center (south) side of the Canal but many sit on benches, bring their own chairs, or simply enjoy the music while walking along the Canal path on the north side.

Thursday evenings are a great time to host friends and out of town visitors for an enjoyable time in Brockport. People bring folding chairs, blankets, food (no alcohol or tobacco are permitted), and families. There are many regular attendees and always a few happy reunions with multi-generation former residents returning during the summer.

Enjoy a canalside serenade in Brockport.

This year’s schedule is filled with performers who have been especially enjoyed in some of the 12 previous years of Serenades:

•July 11 – The Swooners

•July 18 – Feedback

•July 25 – Big Mike and the Motivators

•August 1 – Brockport Big Band

•August 8 – Eight Days a Week

•August 15 – Hannah PK

•August 22 – Rochester Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra

In case of a weather question, look on the Village website, brockportny.org. Better yet, on the Village site, go to Quick Links and sign up for “Get Notifications” and you’ll be kept informed.

Please also consider sending a tax deductable check to Village of Brockport, 127 Main Street, Brockport, NY 14420, with Summer Serenades noted. The Serenades are fully supported by local donations – all of which are greatly appreciated. Provided information. File photo.

Recreational sports that make for a great workout

Billions of people across the globe share a passion for sports. Whether it’s youngsters playing on sandlots, adolescents competing in scholastic sports or even professional athletes locking horns at the highest level, there’s no denying that sports appeals to people of all ages.

The thrill of competition undoubtedly compels many athletes to engage in sports, but playing a sport also makes for great exercise. That’s even the case for various recreational sports, which many athletes look to after their more formal playing days have ended. In fact, the following recreational sports are not only fun, but also make for a great workout.

Pickleball

Perhaps no recreational sport has enjoyed a surge popularity as significant as pickleball in recent years. The 2023 Topline Participation Report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association indicates participation in pickleball grew by 159 percent between 2019 and 2022. Pickleball is something of a hybrid sport that combines elements of tennis and ping-pong to form a fun activity that’s also great exercise. An ongoing examination of pickleball by Apple has found that participation in the sports helps players reach moderate to vigorous heart rate zones, which cardiologists note can improve cardiac fitness. In addition, a 2023 study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology found that pickleball players enjoyed significant improvements in happiness, life satisfaction and personal well-being after taking up the sport.

Basketball

Basketball is among the more accessible recreational sports, as it’s not uncommon for players to find a pickup game at their local park on a nice spring or summer afternoon or evening. Basketball combines various components of a great workout, including cardiovascular exercise, coordination and balance and weight-bearing activity. A 2018 study published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science found that both half-court and full-court basketball helped to increase lean body mass, bone mineral density and oxygen uptake, each of which helps to make recreational basketball a great way for players to improve their overall health.

Golf

The serene setting of a typical golf course can make it easy to see the sport as fun but not necessarily a great workout. But that’s a misconception, as a round of 18 can make for great exercise. A 2016 study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine noted that golf can be a useful ally in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases such as heart attack, stroke, certain cancers, and diabetes, among other conditions. Walking the course, as opposed to renting a cart during a round, makes for excellent cardiovascular exercise as well.

Athletes may embrace recreational sports for fun, but these physical activities also can make for a great workout.

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Anglers on Orleans County’s Oak Orchard River near the site of the June 1 Learn to Fish for Women Seminar hosted by Orleans County Tourism in partnership with New York Sea Grant and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Photo from Orleans County Tourism.

Learn to Fish Seminar for women being held June 1 in Waterport

Orleans County Tourism will host a Learn to Fish Seminar for women at St. Mary’s Archers Club along the Oak Orchard River in partnership with New York Sea Grant and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Saturday, June 1, from 1to 4 p.m. The club is located on Clark Mills Road in Waterport.

The seminar will focus on stream fishing basics, fly fishing and spin fishing techniques, angling safety, and fish biology; gear will be provided for use at the event. Space is limited to 20 women so each participant can receive individual attention. Participants can bring their own angling gear and must have a valid New York State Fishing License.

Register online at https://bit.ly/ NYSGTributaryTechniquesSeminar0624 to reserve your place or contact New York Sea Grant Great Lakes Fisheries and Ecosystem Health Specialist Stacy Furgal at 315-2341329 or slf85@cornell.edu for assistance.

Orleans County Tourism Director Dawn Borchert participated in a New York Sea Grant Women Learn to Fish seminar in 2023 on Oneida Lake. She provides this preview of what participants may experience at the June 1 seminar in Orleans County.

“Orleans County is home to fantastic year-round fishing opportunities on our tributary waters that include Oak Orchard River, Johnson Creek, and Sandy Creek. The angling experiences here can be both relaxing and exhilarating with the diversity and productivity of the fishery of our tributaries and Lake Ontario,” Borchert said.

To learn more about angling in Orleans County, visit https://www.orleanscountytourism.com/fish. For local lodging, visit https:// www.orleanscountytourism.com/stay.

New York Sea Grant is a cooperative program of Cornell University and the State University of New York and one of 34 university-based programs under the National Sea Grant College Program. Its statewide network integrates research, education, and extension services focused on coastal community economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and citizen awareness and understanding about New York’s marine and Great Lakes resources. Learn more at www. nyseagrant.org. Provided information

How to build a better burger

Backyard barbecue season is starting to heat up. Although many people grill all year long, grilling season kicks into high gear in spring and summer.

Burgers will always be quintessential grilling fare. It should come as no surprise that the month of May is National Hamburger Month. That’s likely due to Memorial Day weekend — which many view as the unofficial start of summer — being one of the first times of the year people begin grilling burgers. Despite burgers’ popularity, it’s easy to make mistakes when preparing them. These tips can help anyone build a better burger.

Use freshly ground meat

Buying ready-made ground meat (of any variety) is taking a gamble because you don’t know when it was ground, how many animals it came from or how it was handled. By freshly grinding the meat at home you will have greater control over the cut of meat and the fat content. Personally ground meat will be fresher, especially when you get nice cuts of meat directly from your local butcher. Top chefs suggest dicing cold meat into chunks and freezing for about 10 minutes prior to grinding for the best results.

Fat is key

For the most juicy, flavorful burger, you’ll want a ratio of 80 percent meat to 20 percent fat. Some people like to eat lean, but with a burger, the fat will be necessary and it’s better to select leaner meats for other dishes.

Don’t overwork the meat

Handling the burger patties too much can lead to dense, tough burgers. Gently shape the burgers into round, one-inch thick, flat discs. To prevent the burgers from rounding in the middle during cooking, press a dimple with your thumb in the center of the patty to help it cook evenly. It’s a smart idea to weigh each patty to ensure uniformity of size and even cooking.

Don’t add salt early on Salt added to the ground meat before it’s shaped can draw the liquid out of the meat, leaving a dry burger behind. Sprinkle salt sparingly while it is cooking for flavoring.

Avoid overcooking

Most health authorities recommend not leaving any pink meat in a burger made from ground meat. According to BBC Good Food, burgers can be cooked for five to six minutes on each side for medium and eight to nine minutes per side for well done. For the best results, use a food thermometer to check internal temperature. The USDA says ground meat, whether it’s pork, veal, beef, or lamb, should be cooked to 160°F

Flip as desired

The cooking resource Serious Eats debunked the myth that burgers should only be flipped once. Flipping the burger repeatedly, as often as once every 15 seconds, encourages faster, more even internal cooking and can dramatically reduce cooking time.

Keep the patties separate

Let everyone build their own burgers, as keeping the cooked meat away from the burger buns for as long as possible will reduce the chances of the juices making the buns soggy. Soft, squishy buns tend to make for good burger eating, as they will not overwhelm the meat with too much crusty bread. The smell of grilling burgers is in the air. Ensure that every burger is a masterpiece by utilizing some important cooking tips.

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Sweet Banana

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Summer Squash

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Butternut Squash

Eggplant

Burpless Cucumbers

Bush Cucumbers

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Cabbages

Brussels Sprouts

Collards

Cauliflower

Green Beans

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Spinach

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Camp Invention’s summer STEM program coming to Chestnut Ridge Elementary

Camp Invention®, a nationally recognized, nonprofit summer enrichment program, is coming to Churchville-Chili’s Chestnut Ridge Elementary School the week of July 15 through 19, 2024.

A program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame® in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Camp Invention challenges children in grades K-6 to tap into their natural curiosity and use their creativity to solve

ing; builds confidence, leadership, perseverance and resourcefulness; and encourages entrepreneurship – all in a fun and engaging environment.

Each year, the program features a new curriculum inspired by some of our nation’s most world-changing inventors – the National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductees. This year’s Illuminate program encourages children to be confident in their ideas and explore their innova-

through illuminating inventions and glowing animals

•Prototyping Studio : Children star as contestants on a game show where they mold, shape and transform their ideas into amazing inventions

•In the Game™: As campers create their own light-up game board, they team up to tackle athletics, design, business and invention

•Operation: HydroDrop™: Children embark on a global operation to help solve water challenges around the world.

“Camp Invention opened up a whole new creative world for my daughter,” said the parent of a 2023 Camp Invention camper.

“Now she looks around for things she can use to build new things, and she uses a creative thought process to figure out how to build it! She’s already looking forward to Camp Invention in 2024.”

All local Camp Invention programs are facilitated and taught by qualified educators who reside and teach in the community. Camp Invention serves 122,000 students every year and partners with more than 2,500 schools and districts across the nation. For more information or to register, visit invent. org/camp.

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Experience the thrill of Big Wheel at The Strong Museum

The Strong Museum is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend of family fun June 8 and 9 as they celebrate the timeless joy of the Big Wheel bike. Pedal your way to excitement on the museum’s iconic Big Wheel bikes and learn more about how the popular low-rider

Attendees will be able to cruise around the Big Wheel adventure path, customize

their own Big Wheel license plates for a personalized touch, and learn about the rich history of the Big Wheel bike and its impact on childhood.

The event will be held June 8 and 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Strong Museum, 1 Manhattan Square Drive, Rochester. Provided information and photo

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NYS Fair offers free concerts

The Great New York State Fair starts Wednesday, August 21, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 2, at the Fairgrounds in Syracuse. All concerts are included in the price of fair admission, and tickets will go on sale later this summer.

In total, The Fair’s Chevrolet Music Series will feature 39 national recording acts. There will be a daily 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. concert at Chevy Court (located near Gate 1), and a daily 8 p.m. concert at Suburban Park (located on the western end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway).

All concerts announced thus far are listed below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on the Fair’s website, https://nysfair.ny.gov, at pages dedicated to Chevy Court and Suburban Park.

Chevy Court:

•Wed., Aug. 21, 1 p.m. Chubby Checker

•Wed., Aug. 21, 6 p.m. 90s Rewind

•Thurs., Aug. 22, 1 p.m. RVSHVD

•Thurs., Aug. 22, 6 p.m. Ace Frehley

•Fri., Aug. 23, 1 p.m. Sophie B. Hawkins

•Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m. Sister Sledge

•Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m. Kidz Bop

•Sat., Aug. 24, 6 p.m. Ying Yang Twins

•Sun., Aug. 25, 1 p.m. The Elders

•Sun., Aug. 25, 6 p.m. Dax

•Mon., Aug. 26, 1 p.m. Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone

•Mon., Aug. 26, 6 p.m. CAIN

•Tues., Aug. 27, 1 p.m. Little Anthony and the Imperials

•Tues., Aug. 27, 6 p.m. Blue Öyster Cult

•Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m. Danielle Ponder

•Thurs., Aug. 29, 6 p.m. Chapel Hart

•Sun., Sept. 1, 1 p.m. Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour

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Suburban Park:

•Wed., Aug. 21, 8 p.m. Joey Fatone and AJ McLean

•Fri., Aug. 23, 8 p.m. TLC

•Sun., Aug. 25, 8 p.m. Dropkick Murphys

•Tues., Aug. 27, 8 p.m. Stephen Sanchez

•Wed., Aug. 28, 8 p.m. Joan Jett and The Blackhearts

•Sat., Aug. 31, 8 p.m. Brian Kelley

Founded in 1841, the Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the state’s CNY Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism. It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized as being among the top five state fairs in the nation.

The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about the Great New York State Fair online at https://nysfair.ny.gov. Provided information and photo

to know about installing a pool

Summer is a season of relaxation when school is not in session, vacation season is in full swing and people everywhere are getting outside and soaking up the summer sun. It’s hard to imagine how that can get any better. But it can for people thinking of installing a pool in their backyard.

Pools definitely have a wow factor that’s hard to replicate. Homeowners considering pool installation can take note of these factors as they try to decide if a pool is right for them.

Cost

The cost to install a pool depends on a host of factors, including which type of pool homeowners are considering and where they live. According to the online home improvement resource Angi (formerly Angie’s list), the average cost to install an above ground pool in the United States in 2022 was $3,322, while the average inground pool installation in the same year was $55,000. That’s quite a disparity in price, and homeowners should know that the average cost of each project is higher in certain regions and under certain circumstances. Potential ancillary costs, such as excavation and plumbing relocation, will add to the final cost of the project. The erection of fencing around the pool if no fencing currently surrounds the area where the pool will be located also will add to the final cost.

Pool type

As noted, above ground pools, on average, require a considerably smaller financial investment than inground pools. This is an important consideration, but which option may ultimately prove the better investment is worth researching. Homeowners can speak with a local real estate professional to determine if an inground pool or above ground might yield a significantly higher return at resale. If an inground pool is likely to increase property value by a substantial amount, it could be well worth the extra upfront costs.

Maintenance

Pools are undeniably fun, but they still require maintenance. The experts at Better Homes & Gardens note that vinyl liners in pools last approximately six to 10 years, while painted concrete may require a fresh coat of paint every five years. Plaster finishes may last as long as 15 years, while cementcoated products can last a lifetime. Pools also need periodic cleaning, and chemicals to keep the pool operating safely and cleanly will require an additional, if somewhat minimal, financial investment. Homeowners investing in a new pool should be aware of the maintenance required to keep the pool clean and be willing to do that maintenance. And though homeowners typically can open and close pools on their own, it’s also possible to hire someone to do it for a relatively small fee each season.

Location

A survey of the land in a yard can reveal how smoothly a pool installation may or may not go. Though it’s possible to install a pool in just about any yard, some spaces might require greater preparation and pre-installation effort than others. Sloped backyards, for example, may require the services of a landscape architect to prepare the space, which can extend the time it takes to complete the project and add to the overall cost. These are just some of the factors that merit consideration when mulling a pool installation. A homeowners’ best resource might be a local pool company who can visit a home, provide an estimate and point out any challenges that may arise

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Plan the perfect road trip

A road trip can be a relaxing and exciting way to see the country. According to the financial firm IPX 1031, 51 percent of Americans planned to travel more in 2023 than the year prior, and 67 percent were considering road trips over other options.

It remains to be seen how many travelers will opt for car over plane travel in 2024, but those who aspire to plan road trips to remember can consider these pointers.

•Choose a destination. Although the ride can be an adventure on its own, eventually a destination will need to be reached. Travelers can choose destinations by distance and incrementally increase that distance as they gain road trip experience. For example, the first trip can be a few hours from home. As drivers grow more accustomed to the open road, they can take lengthier trips.

•Know your time constraints. The road trip distance and route will depend on how much time travelers can devote to the trip. Road trips should be fun and include plenty of breaks along the way to see the sites. Time constraints can pressure individuals to race there and back, which isn’t enjoyable.

•Determine how many drivers are coming along. Bringing along other licensed drivers means that driving duties can be split up and the trip can be enjoyable, not exhausting.

•Don’t forget the scenic route. The journey is part of the road trip experience. When planing the route, travelers can be sure to include back roads that feature interesting views.

However, they should be sure to research rest stops and fuel spots, which may be more spaced out on rural roads.

•Schedule a tune-up. Breakdowns are not enjoyable, and having a breakdown on a trip on unfamiliar roads can be even worse. Drivers should schedule a vehicle checkup prior to the trip. AAA suggests using the acronym “good BET,” referring to Battery, Engine and Tires to reduce risk of roadside emergencies.

•Use planning tools. Various applications can help road trippers get from point A to point B and back more easily. Furkot, for example, is a road trip planning service that helps drivers map out routes, find interesting places and book hotels with ease.

•Make regular stops. Travelers should pull over every two hours or 100 miles to stretch, improve alertness and give their eyes a break.

•Identify where to sleep in advance. Although spontaneity can be exciting, it’s probably a good idea for drivers to have a general idea of where they will be spending the night each evening of the trip. Few things are worse than finding a no vacancy sign or realizing a motel has closed down when people are hungry and in need of rest. Making reservations in advance is less risky and more comfortable than sleeping in the car. Road trips tend to be less regimented than other excursions. But a little planning can ensure a road trip goes smoothly.

Enjoy biking safely this summer

May is National Bike Safety Month, and as the weather begins to get warmer and individuals have more opportunities for outdoor activities, New Yorkers are urged to make safety a priority by wearing helmets, which will reduce the risk of severe head injury and

DMV Commissioner and Chair of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee Mark J.F. Schroeder said, “Wearing a helmet is the best way to protect yourself when you are riding a bicycle. No matter how short or long a ride you are taking, whether it is along one of New York’s beautiful bike paths, on a roadway commuting to work, or simply riding around your neighborhood, always wear your helmet and protect your head from the risk of a serious head injury.”

Stay safe by choosing and wearing helmets safely:

•Pair the activity to the helmet. Different activities can result in different impacts to your head. Use a helmet that fits the activity, so if an accident occurs, you are better

•Make sure it fits. Bike helmets should have a snug but comfortable fit on the rider’s head. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration also has a guide on properly fitting bicycle helmets, helmet certifications and laws and more (https://www.nhtsa.gov/sites/ nhtsa.gov/files/8019_fitting-a-helmet.pdf).

•Buckle up! A helmet only works when it is worn properly for the duration of an activity. Make sure your helmet has a chin strap and buckle that lays flat and stays fastened. Wear your helmet level on your forehead, not

•Wear helmets that conform to regulations.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) oversees standards for helmets used for many activities, including bike riding. When buying a bicycle helmet, look for a label that says it is certified by the CPSC or meets CPSC safety standards. Don’t add anything to the helmet, such as stickers, coverings or other attachments that didn’t come with the helmet upon purchase. These could affect the helmet’s performance.

•After a crash or injury, replace. Once a helmet protects a person from a fall, it should no longer be used. Any damage to a helmet can reduce its effectiveness. Replace it before the next ride.

•Replace your helmet when needed. You should follow the manufacturer’s guide for when to replace your helmet. If no guidance is provided, helmets should generally be replaced within 5 to 10 years of purchase if properly cared for and stored. If there are cracks in the shell, worn foam lining or other such imperfections that may occur during regular use, you should consider replacing it.

Ride responsibly:

•Follow the same rules and responsibilities as motorists.

•Bicyclists should ride with the flow of traffic, while walkers should go against traffic.

•Ride in a safe environment away from traffic in a path, park or trail.

•Check out the full list of NYS Department of Motor Vehicle’s tips on how to share the road safely whether driving, biking or walking (https://dmv.ny.gov/press-release/pressrelease-05-01-2023).

Explore New York’s Bicycle Trails: New York State has a wide variety of cycling opportunities and information available for New Yorkers. Learn more about our state’s extensive network of both on- and off-road bicycle facilities and educational resources.

•Check out the New York State Department of Transportation’s Bicycle Program Website, a gateway for everyone to discover the wide variety of cycling opportunities and additional bike safety information (https://www. dot.ny.gov/display/programs/bicycle).

•Read the latest blog from ILoveNY.com, which highlights 12 Amazing Trails for Every Level of Cyclist.

•Explore the Empire State Trail, the longest statewide multi-use trail in the country spanning 750 miles from Buffalo to Albany, and from New York City through the Hudson and Champlain Valleys to Canada (https://empiretrail.ny.gov).

•Visit the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation website for information on trails in State Forests, Wildlife Management Areas, Unique Areas and Forest Preserve land in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks (https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/biking) Provided information

Legal Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING/ PRESENTATION, BUDGET VOTE, TRANSPORTATION REPLACEMENT RESERVE FUND USAGE, AND BOARD MEMBERS ELECTION FOR THE KENDALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing/presentation of the Kendall Central School District, Orleans and Monroe Counties, Kendall, NY 14476 will be held at the Kendall JSHS Library. The public hearing will begin at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 for the presentation of the budget document and introduction of Board of Education candidate(s).

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the 2024 vote and board member election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 between the hours of 6 AM and 9 PM in the Kendall Town Hall, 1873 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476, at which time the polls will be opened to vote by voting machine upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the Kendall Central School District for the fiscal year 20242025 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxable property of the District.

2. Transportation

Shall the following resolution be adopted by the Board of Education?

RESOLVED, to authorize the purchase of motor vehicles for use in the transportation program of the District, including passenger buses, and expend therefore an aggregate sum not to exceed $350,000 and be it further RESOLVED, that the sum of $350,000 being the aggregate of the aforesaid maximum estimated amounts, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the appropriation of the amount of $350,000 from the School Bus Reserve Fund with the remainder to be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property in the District and collected in annual installments as provided in Section 416 of the Education Law, and in anticipation of such tax, obligations of the District shall be issued: and be it further RESOLVED that the District shall be authorized to enter into one or more purchase contracts, installment purchase contracts or leases with a term of up to five years, and otherwise on terms satisfactory to the Board of Education, with respect to one or more of the vehicles hereby authorized to be acquired.

3. To elect one (1) member to the Board of Education for a term of five years commencing July 1, 2024 and expiring June 30, 2029.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget for 2024-2025, exclusive of public monies, and the tax exemption report may be obtained by any resident of the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the school vote and election except Saturday, Sunday or holidays, and on the date of the election, at the offices of each of the following schoolhouses in which school is maintained during 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM: Kendall Elementary School, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476; Kendall Junior-Senior High School, 16887 Roosevelt Highway, Kendall, NY 14476; and Kendall Central School District Office, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed with the District Clerk at the Clerk’s Office in the Kendall Elementary School Building, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476, not later than April 22, 2024, between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Each petition shall be directed to the District Clerk of said District. Complete candidate qualifications can be obtained from the District Clerk at 585-659-2741. The petition must state the name and residence in the Kendall School District of the candidate.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that absentee ballot applications may be obtained between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk in the District Office at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476. The District Clerk must receive completed applications at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the District Office. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY, on and after May 15, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM except for Saturday and Sunday and on the day of the election, and said list will be posted at the polling place at the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that early voter applications may be obtained between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk in the District Office at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476. The District Clerk must receive completed applications at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the vot-

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er, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Early voter ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the District Office. A list of persons to whom early voter ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY, on and after May 15, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM except for Saturday and Sunday and on the day of the election, and said list will be posted at the polling place at the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that military voters as defined by Commissioner’s regulation Part 122 who are qualified voters of the District may apply for a military ballot during school business hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM at the District Clerk’s Office, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military ballot application/military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such application/ballot. Completed applications for military ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 4:00 PM. on April 26, 2024. Ballots for military voters shall be mailed, or otherwise distributed, no later than twenty-five (25) days prior to the election. Completed military ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5 PM on the day of the election in order to be canvassed.

A list of persons to whom military ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the District Clerk’s Office at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476, on and after May 15, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, except for Saturday and Sunday and on the day of the election, and said list will be posted at the polling place at the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said annual vote and member election. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election. The School District may require all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law 2018-c. Such forms may include picture identification, a driver’s license, a nondriver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District may also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with Sections 2035 and 2008 of the Education Law, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise, to be submitted for voting at said election, must be filed with the Board of Education at the District Office on or before April 22, 2024 at 4:00 P.M.; must be typed or printed in English; must be directed to the District Clerk in the District Office, and must comply with District policy on the topic.

Audra Keirn, School District Clerk

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Town of Kendall

Please take notice that due to the school election being held at the Kendall Town Hall on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024, the monthly meeting of the Kendall Town Board will be rescheduled to May 23rd, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

By Order of the Kendall Town Board

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Village of Brockport

Notice of Public Hearing 5/08/2024

LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Village Board of the Village of Brockport, adopted May 6, 2024, that the said Village Board will hold a public hearing during its regularly scheduled board meeting on May 20, 2024 at 7pm at Village Court/ 49 State St., Brockport, NY and online via Zoom. Login information will be listed on the agenda, available prior to the meeting under News at www.brockportny.org).

The purpose of the meeting is to take public comment on the adoption of the Uniform Building Code as a Local Law No. 4 of 2024. The text for the proposed local law can be found on the village website at https://brockportny.org/building-code/ or at Village Hall, 127 Main St., Brockport, NY.

Respectfully submitted, Erica L. Linden Village Manager/Clerk

Notice of Formation

Annie Hanley, LCSW Therapy Services, PLLC, filed articles of organization with the NY Secretary of State on 2/20/2024. Office location: Genesee County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of any process to Annie Hanley, 8679 Keeney Rd, Le Roy, NY 14482. Purpose: Licensed Clinical Social Work

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Town of Clarkson Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the Clarkson Historical Preservation Committee will hold their meeting at the Clarkson Town Hall, 3710 Lake Road, Clarkson, New York, Monday, June 3rd, 2024, at 6:45pm to consider the local designation of the following properties on Ridge Road: 8359, 8362, 8371, 8376, 8388, 8389, 8396, 8406, 8407, 8412

*These properties are already within the current National Historic District. This designation has no real change for these homeowners as notified by previous letter dated October 23rd, 2023.

All interested parties will be given the opportunity to be heard.

By order of the Clarkson Historical Preservation Committee of the Town of Clarkson.

Dated: May 15, 2024

Andrea Rookey Building Department

Legal Notice Town of Clarkson Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clarkson will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the Clarkson Town Hall, 3710 Lake Road, Clarkson, New York to consider the following application:

Applicant: Michael Nauerth

Property Owner: Michael Nauerth

Address: 39 Woodstock Ln

Lot Dimensions: 90.00 x 159.60

Zoning: RS-20

Applicant requesting an area variance for a shed not in accordance with Local Law #4-2024

Accessory Structures 140-7(b)(1) One accessory building shall be permitted on any residential lot in the Town of Clarkson

All interested parties will be given the opportunity to be heard. Application is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office.

Maps and information are available at the Town Hall’s Building Department for viewing.

By Order of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clarkson.

Dated: 5/1/2024

Andrea Rookey Building Department

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Town of Hamlin

Lawn Mowing Bids

2024

The Hamlin Code Enforcement Officer will be accepting proposals for grass mowing at various delinquent properties in the Town of Hamlin.

The Code Enforcement Officer will direct the vendor where and when the properties are to be mowed. The vendor shall submit two (2) price quotes, one (1) for the per 100 square feet. If there is a minimum charge per cutting it shall be included in the proposal. The proposal should be on business letterhead indicating the name, address and contact name for the business. Vendors are required to have and provide notice of insurance and use their own equipment. Monthly bills should be submitted to the Code Enforcement Office.

Proposals shall be submitted to the Hamlin Building Department at 1658 Lake Road, Hamlin NY 14464. All proposals must be received by Friday, June 24, 2024.

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Town of Hamlin

NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL

(Pursuant to Section 506 and 526 of the Real Property Tax Law)

HEARING OF COMPLAINTS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Assessor of the Town of Hamlin, County of Monroe, has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy will be left in the Assessor’s Office at 1658 Lake Road, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person from May 1 until the fourth Tuesday in May.

The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll on May 20th between the hours of 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

After hours by appointment only on May 21st between the hours of 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on May 22nd between the hours of 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on May 25th between the hours of 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Saturday hours by appointment only

The Board of Assessment Review will meet on May 28th, 2024 between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM at 1658 Lake Road, in said town, to hear and examine all complaints in relation to Assessments, on the application of any person believing them self to be aggrieved. Real Property Tax Law and The Board of Assessment Review requires that you submit the original, signed RP-524 document and five copies, four days prior to BAR. All completed paperwork should be submitted to the Assessors Office before the close of business on May 24th 2024. When all paperwork is received, you will be scheduled for an appointment time to address the Board. Publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office.

Dated: May 15, 2024

Elizabeth Spencer Assessor Town of Hamlin

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Finger Lakes Opera announces 2024 Summer Festival featuring premiere of Two Corners

Finger Lakes Opera (FLO) has unveiled its 2024 Summer Season, which features the highly anticipated world premiere of the groundbreaking opera Two Corners, by B.E. Boykin and Jarrod Lee. This is the first ever commissioned work for FLO.

According to Finger Lakes Opera Executive Director Elizabeth Long, “FLO has entered its second decade of producing professional opera and the 2024 Summer Festival features many firsts. This will be the first summer FLO will present not one, but two operas. This is the first summer that soprano Kearstin Piper Brown, who just returned to Rochester fresh off her triumphant Metropolitan Opera debut, will be featured on FLO’s mainstage…And of course, 2024 marks the third phase of the Two Corners project which will culminate in the world premiere performances, right here in Rochester.” Summer Season highlights include:

•Behind the Curtain – On May 22 at 7 p.m., on the stage of Kilbourn Hall at the Eastman School of Music, FLO will present a free panel discussion moderated by Dr. Crystal Sellers Battle, Eastman School of Music’s Associate Dean of Equity and Inclusion. Battle will lead a discussion on the Two Corners creative process and the themes explored therein. Panelists include Composer B.E. Boykin, Libret-

tist Jarrod Lee, Soprano Kearstin Piper Brown, and FLO Artistic Director, Conductor, and Founder Gerard Floriano. This program is sponsored by the George Walker Center for Equity and Inclusion in Music. The event is free with online registration.

•Juneteenth Celebration – On June 14 at 7 p.m., at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, FLO kicks-off its 2024 Summer Festival with a free program that will be emceed by News 10 NBC-WHEC anchor Deanna Dewberry. The program will feature the Mount Olivet Sanctuary Choir with Wings of Praise Flag Ministry and FLO singers from the cast of Two Corners. The event is free with online registration. •Out Loud at the MAG – On June 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Vanden Brul Pavilion in the Memorial Art Gallery, FLO will host a fun, happy-hour event featuring their 2024 Young Artists.

•Two Corners – On June 28 at 7 p.m. and June 30 at 2 p.m. on the Mainstage Theatre of the Timothy Wentworth Arts Building on the Brighton Campus of Monroe Community College, FLO will present the world premiere of its first ever commissioned work Two Corners. The groundbreaking new opera explores the relationship between two lifelong friends, one white and the other Black, growing up in the Civil Rights Era

south. As the friends reconnect and reminisce, they realize their memories aren’t the same. The story ultimately explores what it truly means to be a friend. Also joining the singers will be performers from Garth Fagan Dance. For the second year in row, Garth Fagan Dance Artistic Director Norwood “PJ” Pennewell will provide original choreography for a FLO production. Singing the lead role will be Rochester’s very own soprano Kearstin Piper Brown, one of the most sought-after lyric sopranos in the country. This will be Brown’s debut role on FLO’s mainstage. She is back in Rochester after recently debuting with The Metropolitan Opera in New York City where she starred as Evelyn in Terence Blanchard’s Fire Shut Up in my Bones

•Gianni Schicchi – On July 12 at 7 p.m. and July 14 at 2 p.m., on MCC’s Mainstage Theatre, FLO will close its 2024 Summer Festival with two performances of Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi, an uproarious show that will feature FLO’s 2024 Young Artists.

For ticket information and full listing of all 2024 Finger Lakes Opera Summer Festival events, visit www.fingerlakesopera.org.

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BOCES 2 CTE students excel at state competition

The 2024 New York State SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Championships took place at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse from April 24 through 26. BOCES 2 Career and Technical Education was represented by more than 80 students as competitors, delegates and event workers. Twentyfive BOCES 2 CTE students combined for 11 medals in the championship competitions and one student was voted a 2024-25 state officer.

Three students from BOCES 2 Center placed first in their respective individual competitions: Dental Assisting student Briana Lewis (Brockport) in Dental Assisting; HVAC/Plumbing student Jordan Fleischer (Lake Ontario Baptist Academy) in HVAC; and HVAC/Plumbing student Owen Donovan (Brockport) in Plumbing.

Three additional team contests were won by BOCES 2 CTE students. Food Services students Caleb Armour (Spencerport) and Kamlya Rosa-Padilla (Greece) finished first in Community Action Basic. Criminal Justice students Emily Ballard (Hilton), Izabella Allison (Spencerport) and Logan Feszczyszyn (Brockport) earned a first-place finish in Criminal Justice Quiz Bowl. Carpentry students Kyle Battaglia (Spencerport), Joshua Ortiz (Spencerport), and Andrew Shurina (Churchville-Chili) teamed up for a first-place finish in Occupational Health and Safety.

Six BOCES 2 CTE students combined for secondplace finishes across three state competitions. Individual second-place awards were won by Medical Laboratory Assisting and Phlebotomy student Selki Wilson (Spencerport) in Medical Terminology and Digital and Visual Communication student Faith Waver (Gates Chili) in Photography. Carpentry students Andrew Burke (Churchville-Chili) and Paul Rose (Brockport), HVAC/Plumbing student Evan Prus (Hilton), and Residential and Commercial Electrical student Ethan Race (Holley) teamed up for a second-place finish in TeamWorks.

Two third-place finishes were won by a combined eight BOCES 2 CTE students. Dental Assisting student Saniyha Harris (Spencerport) won third place in Dental Assisting. Seven Computer Technology students worked together to finish third in Opening and Closing Team: Jacob Chatt (Greece), Aiden Elliott (Kendall), Michai Jones (Wheatland-Chili), Riley Knopp (Holley), Mason Merriam (Holley), TJ Phelan (Gates Chili) and Ashton Streber (Greece).

In addition to the medals, a BOCES 2 CTE student also won a state officer position for next school year.

Leadership activities are also a core function of the event and BOCES 2 CTE had two students participating in leadership roles and activities as elected positions. SkillsUSA New York Area 1 Vice President and Dental Assisting student Kayla Waddell-Martin (Greece) participated in one of her final events as a state leader. Medical Laboratory Assisting and Phlebotomy student Savannah Wehner (Spencerport) was elected the 2024-25 Area 1 Vice President at Regionals in March and attended the state conference for leadership purposes as well. In addition to the elected positions, seven BOCES 2 CTE students represented the BOCES 2 CTE SkillsUSA chapter as delegates: Baking student Julian Rodriguez (Greece); Dental Assisting student Isabelle Nevares (Greece); Criminal Justice students Cooper Moffatt (Churchville-Chili) and McKenzie Chard (Northstar); Digital and Visual Communication students Carina Gadaleta (Greece) and Erin Newton (Spencerport); and Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance student Ryan Williams (Brockport).

BOCES 2 CTE students could also be found throughout the event as skilled workers. Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance student Matthew Gramling (Greece) could be found with a camera at the event as the chapter photographer. Criminal Justice students Kayla Wiley (Gates Chili) and Mori Thomas (Churchville-Chili) served as contest helpers. Criminal Justice students Jared Romeis (Churchville-Chili) and Matthew Ryan (Spencerport) were a part of the Security Corps for the event. Dental Assisting student Calli Wamser (Greece) helped in the SkillsUSA store that sold merchandise to visitors.

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During the Friday awards ceremony, the BOCES 2 CTE SkillsUSA chapter earned recognition of its own, being named a Gold Chapter of Excellence for the fourth year in a row. Eleven BOCES 2 CTE students are eligible to participate in the national conference in June, along with BOCES 2 CTE SkillsUSA Lead Advisor Jennifer Probst and additional professional members. Lewis, Fleischer, and Donovan punched their tickets to nationals with their first-place finishes, as did the Community Action Basic and OSHA teams. Due to the first-place finisher not being able to attend nationals, Wilson will represent New York in Medical Terminology. Wehner and Gajmer will partake in leadership activities in Atlanta.

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More oversight needed on state spending for migrant crisis

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) joined his Assembly colleagues on May 15 at a press conference to address the escalating migrant crisis and the inappropriate use of taxpayer dollars to fund it by state organizations like DocGo, as well as call for greater state oversight of this funding. DocGo, a medical and transportation service company, has contracts with New York to house illegal migrants in exchange for a lump sum of money, including migrants who were previously bused to Monroe County and the City of Rochester.

“Our state is at a crossroads,” said Jensen. “With $2.4 billion allocated toward dealing with New York

City’s migrant crisis in this year’s budget, my question is, who is keeping track of this taxpayer funding? This money was included without any oversight into how it would be spent by New York City. It is a shame to see recent news alleging that contracts were signed to take advantage of this situation for profit. The potential misuse of funds is an insult to the hard-working people who make up our communities and is further incentivizing those crossing our border and

claiming asylum to make their way to New York.”

“I am joining my Assembly Minority Conference colleagues in calling on the Oversight and Investigations Committee as well as the New York state Comptroller to prioritize this issue and run a forensic audit so this doesn’t happen again in the future. We must also conduct hearings on how these dollars are being spent.” Provided information

Community Action Basic First Place – Kamlya Rosa-Padilla (Greece) and Caleb Armour (Spencerport).

Dental Assisting First Place – Briana Lewis (Brock-

HVAC First Place – Jordan Fleischer (Lake Ontario

Criminal Justice Quiz Bowl First Place – Emily Ballard (Hilton), Izabella Allison (Spencerport),

Logan Feszczyszyn (Brockport).

Occupational Health and Safety First Place – Kyle Battaglia (Spencerport), Joshua Ortiz (Spencerport), and Andrew Shurina (Churchville-Chili).

Byron-Bergen Elementary welcomes award-winning author Grace Lin

On Wednesday, May 1, Newbery and Caldecott Award-winning author Grace Lin visited Byron-Bergen Elementary School. Lin presented to students in kindergarten through grade five. She shared her creative process with the students and read them excerpts from some of her books.

Lin shared her book A Big Mooncake for Little Star with kindergarten and first grade students. They discussed the Moon Festival and traditional foods and activities associated with it. Lin then drew a rabbit for them and discussed the significance in Asian cultures of the rabbit and the moon.

Students in grades two and three learned about the process of how Lin’s stories start as an idea and become a published book. Students acted out publishing a book as editors, art directors, designers, printers, and binders. They then read The Ugly Vegetables, Lin’s first published book.

Students in grades four and five learned about

stories and characters from the author’s real life but is not a memoir. They also learned about the Chinese zodiac calendar and Lunar New Year celebrations.

At the close of each presentation, Lin taught the students how to say goodbye in Chinese, zàijiàn.

“I hope that by seeing me it enriches their love of books,” said Lin. “I feel like meeting an author creates a newfound love of books.”

“Having Grace Lin visit our school was a great opportunity for our students to hear from an amazing author and illustrator,” said Byron-Bergen Library Media Specialist Marielle Follaco. “Our students were engaged in her stories and enjoyed learning about Chinese culture. I have no doubt her visit has helped get our students excited about reading.”

Lin writes and illustrates fiction for children of all ages, including picture books up through young adult novels. Many of Lin’s books include details from her life and family, frequently incorporating traditions from and references to Chinese culture. Lin’s visit was sponsored by the School Library System at Genesee Valley BOCES.

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Brockport Kiwanis presents scholarship

At their meeting on May 1, the Brockport Kiwanis Club awarded the annual George Mann scholarship to graduating senior Sophia Visconti. Sophia’s energy, her academic success, and her unflinching dedication to serving others made her selection an easy choice for the club. She is a member of their Key Club and has helped many times with Kiwanis fundraising and related events. The club provided Sophia with the largest scholarship cash award they have ever given. Sophia will be attending Brown University in the fall, majoring in English. Pictured are (l-r) club president George Sokolsky, Mann Scholarship award recipient Sophia Visconti, and Dan Perry, club president-elect and liaison to the Key Club. Provided information and photo.

Photos by Gretchen Spittler

Grace Lin shares her book with a Byron-Bergen student.

Grace Lin with Byron-Bergen students.