Westside News WEST Edition – May 26, 2024

Cornell gardening classes at Sweden Farmers Museum

Cornell Cooperative Extension is offering a series of gardening classes at the Sweden Farmers Museum, 4988 Lake Road, Brockport. Classes will be held on Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Topics and dates are: Small Space Gardening, June 20; Maintaining Landscape, July 18; Hydrangeas, August 15; and Spring Flowering Bulbs, October 17. Pre-registration is required and each class costs $5 per person at the time of registration. Class size is limited to 20 people. Registrations are taken at the Sweden/Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Road, or online at swedenclarksonrec.recdesk.com. For more information about registration only, call 431-0090. Classes filled up quickly last year, so early registration is recommended.

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New direct deposit option for STAR credit recipients

The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance recently announced that School Tax Relief (STAR) credit recipients can now enroll to have their STAR credit payments direct deposited into their bank accounts. New York’s STAR program provides property tax relief to eligible New York State homeowners.

The new direct deposit option will enable eligible STAR credit recipients to get their STAR credits without having to wait for and cash a check. Eligible school taxpayers who enroll in the direct deposit program can expect to receive their STAR credit before the deadline for school taxes in their school district. To get started, homeowners can visit https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/star/star-directdeposit.htm.

“STAR Credit Direct Deposit is the fastest and easiest way to receive your STAR credit payment,” said New York State Department of Taxation and Finance Acting Commissioner Amanda Hiller. “The statewide launch of this program builds on a successful pilot of the program in Nassau and Suffolk Counties last year. It works hand-in-hand with other changes we’re making to improve the STAR program for homeowners.”

New Homeowner Benefit Portal Homeowners will be able to enroll in the STAR Credit Direct Deposit program through a new Homeowner Benefit Portal within the Tax Department’s secure Online Services system. Homeowners will also be able to use the Homeowner Benefit Portal to register for STAR and to manage their STAR benefits easily and efficiently. Homeowners can use this portal to:register for STAR; enroll in STAR Credit Direct Deposit; check the status of their property tax registrations; switch to the STAR credit; view, edit, or close their registrations; ensure their information is accurate and complete; take action to resolve issues.

For instructions to access the portal, visit https:// www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/homeowner-benefitportal.htm.

For more information about the STAR program in general, visit our STAR Resource Center at https:// www.tax.ny.gov/star/.

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School budget vote results

Brockport CSD

Proposition 1: 2024-25 school budget of $96,916,604 passed by a vote of 647 to 325. Four candidates ran for three open seats on the Board of Education. Kevin Parmele (659 votes) and David Stroup (645 votes) were elected to serve five-year terms, and Terry Ann Carbone (589 votes) was elected to serve a two-year term. Abigail Bristol received 544 votes.

Byron-Bergen CSD

Residents voted to pass the 2024-2025 budget by a vote of 255 to 105. Proposition #2: School Vehicle Replacement passed 267 to 92. Proposition #3: New Repair Reserve passed 269 to 91. Proposition #4: Change Walking Distance for Students passed 288 to 73. Deb List and Lynn Smith were elected to the Board of Education with 296 and 292 votes, respectively.

Churchville-Chili CSD

Proposition 1, the 2024-25 budget of $103,303,515 was approved with a total of 681 “yes” votes to 324 “no” votes. Proposition 2, which allows for the purchase of eight 66-passenger school buses at an estimated maximum cost of $1,456,255 was approved 689 to 324. Proposition 3, which allows for the purchase of one zero-emission electric school bus at an estimated maximum cost of $445,534.50 failed with 420 “yes” votes to 591 “no” votes. Proposition 4, which authorizes the district to establish a Capital Reserve Fund to finance the purchase of diesel and zero-emission school buses and vehicles and construction, reconstruction and other capital improvements in connection therewith, not to exceed $15,000,000, was approved 560 to 452. Candidates Jonathan Payne, Alicia Nagle and Colleen Parker have been elected to the Board of Education, effective July 1, 2024. They received 751, 727 and 527 votes, respectively. The fourth candidate, Kathryn Arzuaga, received 510 votes.

Gates Chili CSD

Voters approved the district’s 202425 budget by a vote of 457 to 211. Proposition 2 (Bus Purchases) passed 458 to 211. Proposition 3 (Energy Performance Contract) passed 541 to 129. Robert Long (508 votes), Nicole Littlewood (458 votes), and Kerri Keyes (455 votes) were elected to serve three-year terms on the Board of Education. Tanya Srbinovski was elected to a one-year term with 425 votes. Joseph Rittler received 299 votes.

Hilton CSD

Residents approved the district budget with 876 yes votes to 519 no votes. Proposition #2: Bus Purchase passed by a vote of 913 to 496. Proposition #3: Capital Reserve passed 886 to 514. Ed Mascadri (916 votes) and Stephanie Sloan (855 votes) were elected to the Board of Education. The other can-

didates, Austin DeLorme and Mike Zillioux, received 422 and 430 votes, respectively.

Holley CSD

Voters passed the district budget with 340 yes votes and 113 no votes. The Purchase of Replacement School Buses proposition passed with 332 yes votes and 121 no votes. The budget for the Holley Community Free Library passed with 362 yes votes and 94 no votes. Holley voters elected four board members. Salvatore De Luca Jr. (303 votes), Joseph Flanagan (300 votes) and Jennifer Reisman (313 votes) will serve on the Board of Education for three-year terms starting July 1, 2024. Shannon Brett (292) was elected for a two-year term starting May 22, 2024.

Kendall CSD

Proposition #1: 2024-25 Budget of $20,921,832 passed with 189 yes votes to 46 no votes. Proposition #2: Transportation Fund Usage passed by a vote of 194 to 43. Colleen Dorney received 143 votes to be elected to a five-year term on the Board of Education. Scott Martin received 93 votes.

Spencerport CSD

Proposition 1: the 2024-25 budget of $97,206,320 was approved by voters with 831 in favor and 470 opposed. Proposition 2: re-establish a capital reserve for building projects was approved by voters with 909 in favor and 390 opposed. Proposition 3: authorization to request 10% building aid for Energy Performance Contract was approved by voters with 1,031 in favor and 291 opposed. Voters elected two candidates to the Board of Education, and they are Jonathan Schallmo (599 votes) and Michael Miceli (584 votes). The remaining candidates, Trisha Buscemi, Thomas J. Weaver, and Brandon Dries received 495, 402, and 355 votes, respectively.

Wheatland-Chili CSD

Proposition 1 (2024-25 School Budget) passed by a vote of 256 to 88. Proposition 2 (2024 Capital Improvement Project) passed 257 to 85. Proposition 3 (Use of Capital Reserve Fund 2018 for school transportation purchases) passed 274 to 72. With 245 votes, Stephanie Ely was elected to a threeyear term on the Board of Education 245. Heather Woerner and James Musshafen (incumbent) each received 206 votes and were elected to the Board. The second-highest vote getter was to serve a three-year term and the third-highest vote getter was to serve a two year term. Because of the tie in the number of votes, the length of their terms is to be determined. Adria Callery received 190 votes and was elected to a one-year term. The remaining candidates, Kim Snyder (incumbent) and Andrew Tackling, received 169 and 115 votes, respectively.

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“Memories of Elvis” at OFC

Elvis tribute artist Patrick Johnson

will be performing The King’s greatest hits during “Memories of Elvis” on Friday, June 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the OFC Creations Theatre Center, 3450 Winton Place, Brighton. Songs

COMMUNITY

SHRED DAY

Saturday, June 1st

10 a.m. - Noon

Bring your personal documents to dispose of! No appointment needed!

Clarkson Highway Garage 3623 Lake Road

Sponsored by the Clarkson Town Clerk Susan Henshaw

Any questions, please call Susan 637-1130!

include: “Burning Love,” “Suspicious Minds,” “An American Trilogy,” “Unchained Melody,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and many more. The show is appropriate for ages 13 and up and will get the audience singing and dancing with the King

Patrick Johnson is considered by many to be one of the elite tribute artists in the entertainment business. As a leading Elvis Presley tribute artist, he has traveled far and wide; recreating the music and excitement of Elvis in concerts, casinos, and corporate events throughout the United States, Europe, and Canada.

Tickets are $35 for VIP seating and $27 for general seating. Tickets are available online at OFCCreations. com/tickets, or by calling 585-6670954. Tickets can also be purchased in person at OFC’s The Old Farm Cafe restaurant, during all public hours. Provided information and photo

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Blood Drives

•Upcoming blood donation opportunities: May 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Unity Hospital, 1555 Long Pond Road, Rochester; May 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Strong West, 156 West Avenue, Brockport; June 4, 1 to 6 p.m., Hilton Fire Exempt Club, 137 South Avenue, Hilton; June 5, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport. Type

O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed right now. Schedule an appointment by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. For details on current offers for those who donate, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Tetris.

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 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.

•Village of Holley June Fest is Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Features a 5K, parade, games, Cardboard Regatta, vendors, food, wine tasting, and entertainment.

•Hamlin Wheel Fest is Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at 1503 Lake Road North. Features food and craft vendors, live music, Kiddie Corner, wagon rides, pony rides and petting zoo, bounce houses, cruise-in, car parade, kiddie parade, games, silent auction, and more. Visit hamlinwheelfest. org for information.

•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.

•Spencerport High School Concerts will be held June 4 and 5, 7 p.m., at the Spencerport High School Performing Arts Center.

•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.

•Vendors wanted for a Craft Fair on July 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Chili American Legion Post 1830, 450 Chili-Scottsville Road, Scottsville. Cost is $30 per table plus one craft item donated to the Post. Setup at 8:30 a.m. To register, email chilipost1830events@gmail.com.

•Memorial Day Breakfast on Monday, May 27, from 8 to 9:30 a.m., at Union Congregational Church, 14 North Main Street, Churchville. Includes pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverages. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children, and free for veterans. All are invited to attend this breakfast before the Memorial Day Parade sponsored by the American Legion.

•GRASP (Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets) is hosting a craft show/vendor event and festival on Saturday, June 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Harvey C. Noone Post of the American Legion, 6444 Buffalo Road, Churchville. Event features more than 65 vendors with a wide variety of crafts for sale, food trucks and vendors, pony rides, a prize wheel, raffles, and more. Meet adoptable dogs and cats from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The band Stone Age Romeo’s will be playing from noon to 3 p.m.

•Jerry J. Helfer Memorial Food Truck Rodeo 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.

•The 39th Annual Ladies Golf Tournament to support Holy Childhood will be held July 29 at Cobblestone Creek Country Club in Victor. Players will enjoy breakfast starting at 7:30 a.m. followed by a morning round of golf, teeing off at 8:15 a.m. Golf is followed by a luncheon. Entry is $175 per player. Go to https://tinyurl.com/5n8zcfcx for information and to register.

Government Meetings

•Chili: All Town Offices closed May 27 for Memorial Day. Library Board of Trustees – May 28, 6 p.m., at 3237 Chili Avenue, New Community Center; Zoning Board of Appeals – May 28, 7 p.m., at Town Hall Main Meeting Room.

•Churchville: Board of Trustees – Tuesday, May 28, 7 p.m.

•Clarkson: Town Board – May 28, 6 p.m., at the Town Hall.

•Hamlin: Conservation Board – Tuesday, May 28, 7 p.m.; Town Board – May 29, 7 p.m., at 1658 Lake Road.

•Kendall: Planning Board – May 28, 7 p.m.

•Spencerport: Board of Trustees – Friday, May 31, 9 a.m., at 27 West Avenue.

•Sweden: Town Board – May 28, 6 p.m.

Health/Help

•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester. Call 585-423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.

•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.

•TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Hojack Lane, Hilton, meets every Friday morning. Weigh-ins are from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. and meetings are from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

•Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport, on Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Community Room and at the First Presbyterian Church, 35 State Street, Brockport, on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

•The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 call, text, and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help those experiencing suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress.

•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-day-a-week HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or by texting HOPENY (Short Code 467369). Available addiction treatment can be found at FindAddictionTreatment.ny.gov.

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. The library is closed May 25 through 27 in honor of Memorial Day. The Friends of the Hamlin Library Spring Book Sale is Thursday, June 6, through Saturday, June 8. The sale starts at 10 a.m. each day and goes until 7 p.m. on Thursday, 3 p.m. on Friday, and 1 p.m. on Saturday. Large amount of adult and children’s books, books on CD, DVDs and puzzles. Fiber Friends program on Monday, June 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. is open to

anyone with an interest in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving or felting. Bring your own projects or help others. 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: Wine Tasting – June 3 at 7 p.m.; Flower City Pride Band Concert – June 5 at 6:30 p.m.; Book Group – June 11 at 2 p.m.; Disney’s Lorcana Card Game – June 15 at 1 p.m.; Monoprints Class – June 17 at 6 p.m.; Newspapers as Genealogical Resources – June 24 at 6 p.m. Call 617-6181 to register. Find kids & teen events at facebook.com/ogdenfarmerslibrary. •Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Bullet Journal Club – Tuesday, May 28, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Supplies and page ideas available to set up your journal or next month’s pages. Feel free to bring your own supplies as well. Receive a journal the first time you attend then come the last Tuesday of each month to socialize and be creative. Only Murders In the Library Book Club – Wednesday, May 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. This new discussion group meets the last Wednesday of each month and features a mix of mystery titles of all content. This month’s title is Trailed: One Woman’s Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders by Kathryn Miles. All Aboard: All Things Trains in Eastern Pennsylvania – Friday, May 31, 2 to 3 p.m., registration required. Presented by retired librarian Christy Simons. See the converted Scranton Train Station into a hotel and visit Scranton’s Steamtown National Historic Site and Electric Trolley Museum. Enjoy the idyllic New Hope train station and its quaint surrounding towns. Travel to the town of Strasbourg and explore the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Lastly, visit Harrisburg’s downtown train station built in 1887. These sites and more will be accompanied by fun and lively American train music. 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. Teen Zines – Wednesday, May 29, 6 to 7 p.m., open to grades 6 to 12. Like a magazine but cooler, zines are a pocket-sized platform meant for DIY creativity. Collage, digital art, embroidery, poetry, short story and more, there is no wrong way to make a zine.

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

•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, May 28, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A. Regular board meeting at 7 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room.

•Hilton Board of Education meets May 28 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at QUEST Elementary School, 225 West Ave., Hilton.

•The Spencerport Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, May 28, for a Business Meeting at 6 p.m. Check the district website for details. 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.

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Profiles in policing: Officer John Vadas, Drug Recognition Expert

The second in an occasional series focusing on the officers of the Brockport PD, their jobs, their stories, and their thoughts on policing.

by Margay Blackman, Brockport Village Mayor

It was a Tuesday spring afternoon when I met Officer John Vadas in the parking lot at 1 Clinton Street for a ride-along. As Mayor, I’ve done several ride-alongs with different officers on various shifts over the years. Each ride is unique and offers a distinct portrait of our 2.2 square mile village and its people. I wanted to ask Officer Vadas about his work with the Brockport Police Department (BPD), how and why he became a drug recognition expert (DRE), and how he nearly lost his own life in the canal rescuing a suicidal victim last fall. Riding shotgun (the actual shotgun is mounted face up between the driver and passenger seats) in his police car with notebook and pen in hand, I interviewed him as he went about his job.

Officer Vadas was born and raised in the Brockport/Spencerport area. He still bears the blocky build from his high school football days at Aquinas. The Chief teasingly refers to him as “Hulk.” He went on to major in Criminal Justice at Roberts Wesleyan while working as a security guard at Wegmans corporate. He is married. His wife is completing a Ph.D. in nursing, and they live in Sweden. Policing is in his family. His father was a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy and ran the canine unit for 15 years. At just 21, Vadas joined the Brockport Police Department in 2016. “My first big boy job,” he smiled.

Ride-along #1

Before entering the car, the first step – always – is to inspect the trunk’s contents. Officer Vadas explained the items as he picked up each for me to view: heavy-duty first aid kit, AED, flares, fire extinguisher, AR-15 rifle and cartridges, 50+ lb. vest that will stop AR-15 ammo, an ax, and a Halligan (a multipurpose forceable entry tool). Everything, and then some, that one might need during eight hours on the road. The electronic system that runs the galaxy of computer equipment in the car is permanently mounted in the trunk.

I settled into my seat for the first of two afternoon ride-alongs while Officer Vadas checked the flashing police lights and logged on to channel 1 of the county dispatch system on the radio. This channel includes Brockport, Ogden, Fairport, East Rochester, and all three Monroe County Sheriff zones. The City of Rochester has two channels of its own; the NYS police tune in wherever they are in the area. Vadas has no set driving route, but during his shift, barring any demand for his attention for an extended period, he will cover all streets in the village. At some point, he will also spend time out of his car walking the beat, as the community policing mission of the BPD requires “feet on the street.”

The first two-and-a-half-hour ride-along proved quiet and routine, interrupted only by a phone call from a level 1 sex offender needing assistance in filling out paperwork and mailing it to the State Sex Offender Registry. Officer Vadas referred him

to Sgt Korn, who handles business related to sex offenders. We drove through one commercial village property that had requested special attention regarding potential vandalism, inspecting the property from the car.

Drug Recognition Expert

Pinned on the front of Officer Vadas’ uniform is a small gold bar lettered DRE, which stands for drug recognition expert. It’s a police specialty that originated with the Los Angeles Police Department in the 1970s, requiring detailed training and annual recertification. The DRE’s skill is in identifying, through observation and a series of 12 tests, the category or categories of drugs influencing an impaired person. It’s not a roadside test (like the field sobriety test of impaired drivers), but rather a postarrest exam taking roughly an hour to complete. There are about 15 DREs in Monroe County and over 400 in NYS. In the six years since becoming a DRE, Vadas has done about 70 evaluations, which are neatly logged into a thick three-ring binder. DREs may be called on by other police departments, by hospitals dealing with drug overdoses, and they may testify in court.

Chief Travis Gray of the Odgen Police Department, a former DRE, introduced him to the skill. It’s the second most demanding of the various police schools, Vadas said, adding that a DRE is often able to help in circumstances where others cannot.

Ride-along #2

The second ride-along the following Tuesday was not so routine, or maybe, in another sense, it was. Two-and-a-half hours were consumed by executing an order of protection, a wellness check, and a mental health assist. The order of protection was served against a man who had beaten up another at a local bar/restaurant. The perpetrator was fetched from his home in handcuffs and taken before a judge at village court. The wellness check took us to the Brockport Middle School, where a student had been suspended for threatening violence. The police would contact the mother and invite her and her son to the BPD for a conversation.

The assist ate up a considerable amount of time. We were called to a village residence occupied by a disabled, intoxicated, alcoholic man in his 60s who suffers from anxiety and panic attacks. A social worker from Rochester’s Forensic Intervention Team (FIT) was on hand trying to convince him to go to the hospital (as a necessary prerequisite to entering detox). FIT is often called upon to help in mental health cases, but only when it’s safe for them to be present. This was not the first visit for either FIT or the police to this home. The man has relied on their continuing assistance. The social worker went to Walmart to find him some clothing while we waited with him for the ambulance. From the time we arrived until the man was lifted to a gurney and loaded into a Gates Ambulance headed to Strong Memorial, a good hour had elapsed. “Domestics and

mental health calls are through the roof,” Vadas noted. “These are the top two jobs we see the most of.”

Life-saving: Part of the job

While working on this piece, I read the reports of two 2023 mental health incidents in which Officer Vadas played a critical role. Both were suicide attempts. One was a teenage girl who had jumped into the canal and was drowning. Not hesitating, Officer Vadas, in full gear, followed by Officer Sime, jumped in and managed to pull her out safely. The second was a young man with a gun to his head threatening to pull the trigger. Over more than an hour on the phone with

him, Vadas managed to convince him not to kill himself.

As my time with Officer Vadas ended, I asked him about police work in Brockport. “It’s not slow,” he said, “and not so big that I don’t have a connection with people. You can run with something here. The call volumes keep us busy. I like to be doing something. I like proactive work and keeping moving. When I come to work, I don’t know what’s going to happen, what I’m going to be doing for eight hours. Every day is different. I like that. I know it sounds corny,” he added, “but I work with my two best friends, and I like to work with good people.”

Governor Hochul announces $50 million investment in the NYS Canal System

As the canal navigation season opened on May 17, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $50 million capital investment into the New York State Canal system as part of the FY 2025 Enacted Budget. As the State prepares to celebrate the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial in 2025 and looks ahead to the next century of operation along the 524-mile Canal system, this funding ensures that the waterway will remain safe, operable, and a driver of tourism and economic activity. Investments will focus on high-priority infrastructure needs including the rehabilitation of water-impounding structures that have been in service for more than a century.

“Nearly 200 years ago Governor DeWitt Clinton opened the original Erie Canal connecting the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean and now we are making a significant investment to ensure the current Erie Canal and the entire canal system remain safe and a vibrant part of our state’s fabric,” Governor Hochul said. “As a lifelong boater who has plied the canal waters, I know firsthand that the canalway means so much to our communities. This commitment of funding will allow our historic canals to be part of New York’s story for generations to come.”

The funding included as part of the FY 2025 Enacted Budget is part of a comprehensive effort to revitalize the iconic Canal system by the New York Power Authority and New York State Canal Corporation. This effort includes strategically rehabilitating and improving the system’s infrastructure including locks, dams, embankments, culverts, and other civil assets so that the network of waterways

and trails will continue to positively support the more than 200 upstate New York communities that are within the canal corridor.

Projects to be funded with the $50 million may include, but are not limited to, the following:

•Rehabilitation of reservoir dams built in the 19th and early 20th century to supply water to the Enlarged Erie Canal (1836 – 1918) and other canals.

•Waste weirs used to regulate the canal’s water levels.

•Improvements to earthen embankment dams, including the continuation of extensive work in Royalton, Niagara County to install a soil-bentonite slurry wall to mitigate seepage.

•Rehabilitation of other water management structures that provide resilience benefits, like guard gates which can be used to isolate and protect sites during high water events.

New York Power Authority President and CEO Justin E. Driscoll said, “Since the Canal Corporation became a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority in 2017, we have supported the development of Dam Safety and Asset Management programs, conducting more than 800 structural

inspections each year, and assessing the vast majority of the civil structures across the 524-mile Canal system. While NYPA has increased investment into the waterway to approximately $140 million per year, the funding prioritized by Governor Hochul and the state Legislature allows us to invest more in critical water-impounding structures to ensure safe operations for canal users and neighboring communities.”

New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton said, “With the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial on the horizon, I applaud Governor Hochul and the members of the state Senate and Assembly for recognizing how vital the Canal system is to our local economies. Funding these critical infrastructure projects will safeguard downstream residents and businesses and allow the canal to continue to thrive.”

The Canal system’s 57 locks and 16 lift bridges will operate daily through Wednesday, October 16, 2024. For hours of operation and other news, please visit https://www.canals. ny.gov.

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Boaters were eager to get on the water as soon as the canal opened for navigation on May 17. Provided photo.

Officer John Vadas (left) and Investigator Tyler Dawson. Provided photo.

death notices

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•Murphy, Anna, died May 16, 2024 at age 68. Predeceased by her husband, Daniel; parents, Joseph and Anna Swystun; and father and mother-in-law, John and Helen Murphy. Survived by her children, Matthew Torres (Angela Prunty), Kristin Chapman and Tricia Murphy (Tom Pyrek); grandchildren, Gabrielle, George III and Daniel; sister, Mary (Joseph) DiCecco; and several nieces, nephews; and dear friends.

Her Funeral Mass was celebrated May 22 at St. Pius Tenth Church, Chili. Interment, Westside Cemetery. Donations can be made to Lollypop Farm in her memory. Another service will be announced and held in Seneca Falls at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

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•Veck, Barbara D., died May 17, 2024 at age 88. Predeceased by her husband, Lawrence. Survived by her children, Marty (Peggy) Veck and Stacey Veck; grandchildren, Paige (Lukas), Mavrick and Kate; great-grandchildren, Beckham, Elcie and Henry; and sister, Cheryl (Gene) Wallace. Diane dedicated her life to supporting her family. She poured her heart into raising her children and grandchildren. Diane was the life of every family and friend gathering. Her energy extended beyond her immediate family, touching the lives of her children’s and grandchildren’s friends, leaving a lasting mark on everyone she met.

Private Service and Interment at the convenience of the family. Contributions can may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

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•Monteith, Colin P., died May 16, 2024, at age 84. Predeceased by his parents, William and Mary Monteith; sisters, Helen (Whity), Elaine (Bob); brother Bill (Pat). He is survived by his loving wife, Janice; children, Deb (Scott) Shepard and Deanne (Tim) Gray; grandchildren, Hannah and Evan Shepard, Colby, Skylar, Colin and Eli Gray; brothers and sisters-in-law, Barry (Nancy Stone) Tharp and Mimi (Mike) Powers; many nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; cousins; and many dear friends. As a veteran of the US Air Force, Colin’s dedication to serving his country will not be forgotten.

Colin’s Funeral Mass was celebrated May 22 at St. Martin de Porres at St. Vincent de Paul Church, Churchville. Private burial. Donations can be made to a Veteran’s Organization of one’s choice in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Churchville.

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•Carpenter, Paul A., age 63, died May 17, 2024. He was born July 24, 1960 in Brockport to Stanley and Eleanor (McFarland) Carpenter. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Kathy; his sons, Marshall (Emily) Carpenter of Hamlin, Keith Carpenter of Clarendon, Troy Carpenter of Clarendon; his brothers, Stanley (Cindy) Carpenter of Holley, Bill (Ann) Carpenter of Fancher, Russel (Mary) Carpenter of Waterport; six grandchildren: Brookelynn, Liam, Austin, Kiyah, Zander, Morgan; great granddaughter, Mave; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother, Bob Carpenter. Paul was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, and enjoyed going for car rides, cooking, fishing, watching wildlife, and spending time with his family, especially his boys.

Private Services and Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Paul, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

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•Beadle, Kermit P. Jr., age 82, died May 17, 2024. He was born February 3, 1942, in Rochester, a son of the late Kermit, Sr. and Dorothy (Rosecrans) Beadle. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Maryellen; his sister Karen (David) Webster and step-daughter Holly Simmons. Kermit is survived by his second wife of 23 years, Rosemarie; son John of Brockport; daughter Kathy (Scott Hamlin) Sedore of Holley; granddaughter Jessica Sedore of Rochester; nephew Jeffrey (Lauren) Webster of PA; niece Lisa (Tosh) Bitsas of Churchville; great-nieces and nephew Kiki, Ana, Niko Bitsas and Brenleigh Webster; step-children Paul (Sherri) Wishman of FL, Norma Barker of TX, Debby Cravatta of FL; and several cousins. Kermit taught math at Batavia City Schools for 34 years, retiring in 1998. In the summer months, he was a house painter with fellow teachers from the school. In his retirement, he spent many winters in Myrtle Beach. He loved traveling and visited Alaska, Hawaii, and many trips to Las Vegas. Kermit enjoyed golfing (got a hole in one at age 80), bowling, hunting, and going to the casino.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 State Rte. 31, Holley, Saturday, May 25 11 a.m to 1 p.m. where his Memorial Service will follow at 1 p.m. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield VA 221167023 in his memory. To share a special memory of Kermit, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

•Cook, Karen E., beloved wife of Roy Nichols, died unexpectedly May 11, 2024. Survived by step-daughter, Stephanie Gallet; grandson, Brandon Reed; brother, Richard Cook and his wife and family of Maryland; sisters, Vivian Cook, her husband and family of eastern New York, and Mary Cook Langsdorf, her husband and family of California; many nieces and nephews; and her miniature schnauzers, Maisie and Riley. She was a passionate relationship-builder, achieving excellence in her chosen profession of mortgage banking. She helped many, many families achieve home ownership over her 40+ year career. She was the Innkeeper of Rosewood Bed and Breakfast on Geddes Street in Holley for nearly 30 years. She designed jewelry, decorated the interior of the B&B and enjoyed baking. She was an expert on Ancestry.com.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The family requests that donations be made to the Eastern Orleans Community Center for those needing assistance with food and clothing: https://caoginc.org/. Arrangements entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 16650 Route 31, Holley. To share a special memory of Karen, please visit: www. mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

•Emerson, Lynda G., age 66, died May 7, 2024. She was born October, 24 1957 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Gerald and Clarice (Burbidge). In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her sister Elizabeth Gemerek and her brother Raymond Emerson. Lynda is survived by her son Joseph (Stephanie)Davis; daughter Nicole (Gene) Zimmerman; step-daughter Michelle (Eric) Sherman; grandchildren Kaleigh, Corbin, Chase, Arya, Kira, Envyona, Jacob, Jordan, Harrison, and Sophia; and great-grandchild Lincoln; her siblings Harrison (Nancy) Emerson, William (Barbara) Emerson, David Emerson; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Lynda enjoyed baking, gardening, and spending time with friends and family. She could usually be found with a smile on her face, which was accompanied with an amazing sense of humor that could light up a room.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 16650 State Route 31, on Sunday June 23, from 12 to 2 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Lynda’s Life at 2 p.m. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. To share a special memory of Lynda, please visit: mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

•Franzese, Francesco, age 77, died May 19, 2024. He was born September 16, 1946, in San Lucido, Italy, a son of the late Nicola and Carmela (Porto) Franzese and was a resident of this area for over 50 years. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers-in-law Mimmi Petrungaro, Silvano Calvano, Tyrruchio Ridenti. He is survived by his children Nicolo (Tanisha) Franzese, Francesco (Stacy) Franzese, Christina Franzese; grandchildren James, Alyssa, Vincent, Patrick, Joseph, Nolan, Noriella; six great-grandchildren; sisters Anna, Lena, Franca, Maria; brother Gianni (Maria Rosario); several nieces, nephews, and cousins. His family was most important to him, instilling in them his strong work ethic. Even after his retirement, he worked full time at Home Depot in Irondequoit. Francesco loved food, whether it was cooking it or eating it. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, Friday night poker, and Batavia Downs.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 State Rte. 31, Holley, Friday May 31, 5 to 7 p.m. where his Celebration of Life Service will be held at 7 p.m. Contributions can be made to the American Heart Association in his memory.

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•Andrews, Robert L., age 61, died May 20, 2024. Rob was a lifelong resident of Woodstock NY and just recently moved to Spencerport to be near family. He is survived by his parents, Rodney and Mary Ann Andrews (Polasek); sister Renee and her husband Frank Petsche from Round Rock, TX, sister Michelle and her husband Curtis Haas of Spencerport; nieces Jessica Loeffler of Buffalo, Kristin Woodring of Fairport, Katherine Lyon of Round Rock, TX and nephew Steven Petsche of Irvine, CA; four great nephews and three great nieces who will all miss him dearly.

A Family Memorial to inter his ashes with his grandfather Elmer will be held this summer at the Riverhurst Cemetery in Endicott, NY. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport.

•Tanner, Amos S., died May 16, 2024, at age 78. Predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Alice Tanner. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; children, Paul (Sharon) Tanner, Steve (Robin) Tanner, and Becky (Eric) Anstadt; grandchildren, Matthew Tanner, Ellie Tanner, Emma Tanner, Trevor Tanner, Abby Anstadt, Luke Anstadt, Charlotte Anstadt, and Silas Anstadt; siblings, Arlene Tanner, Lois (Ron) Damcott, Arthur (Sherrie) Tanner, and Alton (Mary) Tanner; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Chuck (Luci) Long, Terry (Brenda) Sisson, and Edward Wilday, Jr.

Visitation for Amos will be Monday, May 27, 2024, from 12 to 2 p.m. at CityHope Wesleyan Church, 2070 Long Pond Road, Rochester, 14606. His Funeral Service will be at 3 p.m., also at CityHope Wesleyan Church. Private burial. Donations can be made to Spencerport Wesleyan Church, 2653 Nichols Street, Spencerport 14559 or to Aurora House Comfort Home, 2495 South Union Street, Spencerport 14559 in Amos’ memory. For condolences visit www.walkerbrothersfh.com.

Pearl E. Neumann

Passed away May 9, 2024 at age 101. She is predeceased by her husband Clifford. Survived by her children Ann (Brian) Roller and Glenn Neumann; grandchildren Michelle (Keith) Topper, Loraleigh

A.D. Oliver Middle School Auditorium 40 Allen Street Brockport, NY 14420

(Please park on the north side of the building and use the double doors at the north side of the building to enter the auditorium)

Participants will be able to bring home their

Master Food Preserver Volunteers announce 2024 workshop topics

Orleans County Cornell Cooperative Extension offers food preservation and food safety education by way of their Master Food Preserver Volunteer Group. Each year, the volunteers choose topics to present to the public in small hands-on workshops. This year, the volunteers decided as a group to change the way they offer their classes in an effort to reach more people.

In the past, each Master Food Preserver class would focus on a specific method of food preservation, the volunteers who lead the classes would choose one to three recipes to teach during class, and the public participants would create those products, following the step-by-step procedures taught to them by the MFP instructors. This style of workshop was extremely popular, but the kitchen could only comfortably fit nine participants plus the volunteer instructors and helpers. As the program has gained in popularity over the years, the workshop registration would fill up within days of being announced, and then each class would have 10 to 20 additional people on waitlists, hoping for cancellations.

This year, the MFP Volunteers decided they wanted to reach a bigger audience, so all of their workshops will be held “demonstration-style” in a larger room instead of the hands-on classes in the kitchen. In these demostyle classes, the instructors will be at the front of the room, showing participants each step in the process of that particular method of food preservation. Participants will be able to experience the food preservation process, handle and observe the various equipment needed, and receive printed handouts with detailed tutorials and relevant recipes.

“Due to class size limitations in the kitchen, we wanted to make the information accessible to more people in our community,” said Karen DesJardin, long-time MFP Volunteer and instructor of the annual Intro to Canning class, “By doing demonstrations instead of the hands-on classes, it helps to keep costs down, and allows the education to be available to all.”

Because each participant will not be making their own preserves to take home, the need for produce and class supplies is greatly reduced to just what the instructor needs for their demonstration activities. In this way, the group is able to offer the classes at a reduced cost to the participants. This year, all classes except Pie Making (where participants will be able to make their own pie crust to take home) will be offered for an optional $5 donation to the program. These funds will help cover the costs of

Sweden Community Foundation to build Fishing Deck in memory of Jack Milner

The Sweden Community Foundation, continuing in its quest to enhance the Sweden Town Park, is raising funds for a Handicapped Fishing Deck near the Town of Sweden Lodge. It will be dedicated in memory of Jack Milner (1944-2024), lifelong resident and recreation advocate in the Town of Sweden. Throughout his career, Milner made a significant impact as a teacher and coach. He taught Health and Physical Education at Holley Central Schools from 1966 to 1970 and at Churchville-Chili Central Schools from 1970 to 1986. In 1976, Jack was honored as the Section V Class AA Basketball Coach of the Year. He then served as the Athletic Director at Churchville-Chili from 1977 to 1986. He became the Vice Principal and eventually the Principal of A.D. Oliver Middle School in Brockport from 1986 to 1999. In 2009, Milner was inducted to the Brockport Central School District Athletic Wall of Honor. Milner served 23 years as the President of the Monroe County Public School Athletic Association. He was dedicated to his community as he also served as the Sweden Town Supervisor (2009–2012) and was the founding President of the Sweden Community Foundation. He also established the Westside Challenger Baseball program, which brings joy to many young athletes with special needs.

On June 26, MFP Volunteer Kevin Bedard will lead participants through the proper techniques in dehydrating and freezing.

educational outreach, updated testing materials, and supplies for future workshops.

Despite of the change in teaching format, participants can expect the same level of professionalism, education, and experience that Cornell Cooperative Extension public outreach is known for.

“There aren’t many workshops or events that are as in-depth and comprehensive as the workshops provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension,” said Eileen Sorochty, a long-time volunteer for both the Master Food Preserver and Master Gardener Programs, “We present a science-based learning experience for anyone who has an interest in knowing about and/or doing themselves, proper and safe food preservation.”

The classes kicked off with the annual Intro to Canning and Review class on May 1. Upcoming classes include: Freezing and Dehydrating on Wednesday, June 26, at 6 p.m.; Pressure Canning on Saturday, August 24, at 10 a.m.; and Pie Making on Wednesday, October 23, at 6 p.m.

The Pie Making class will be offered for a required class fee of $15 and participants will be able to make their own pie crust to bring home (they will need to bring their own rolling pin). All other classes are offered at an optional donation of $5 to benefit the Master Food Preserver program.

Call 585-798-4265 ext. 125 or email klo54@cornell.edu to register. Preregistration is requested to allow for enough seating and handouts. Provided information and photos

There was no better friend to the Sweden Community than Jack Milner.

The Sweden Community Foundation hopes to fund the completion of the Handicapped Fishing Deck by this summer. It will be funded by generous donations from the Milner family and friends, plus a very generous donation from BISCO (Brockport Integrated Service Club Organization). Anyone wishing to make a tax exempt donation in Jack Milner’s memory can make checks payable to: Sweden Community Foundation, c/o Sweden Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420.

The Sweden Community Foundation, founded in 2005, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) foundation that is committed to expansion, promotion and funding of recreation opportunities for the residents in the greater Sweden Community. Provided information

Street Machines of Rochester celebrates 50 years

by Barbara Burke

On Sunday, June 9, Street Machines of Rochester will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of their organization by hosting their Annual Outdoor Auto Show. This year’s special event at Badgerow Park South, 1120 Latta Road, Greece, features Dash Plaques to the first 300 registered entries, New 25 Favorite Awards for 2000 and newer rides, over 30 Special Awards, plus every half hour, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., a show participant will win $100.

There will be food trucks, basket raffles, vendors, give-aways, free parking and lots of family fun. Gates will be open 9 a.m. to noon for registration, and spectator gates are open all day. Award presentations will be held at 4 p.m. A portion of the proceeds raised at the Auto Show will go to local charities.

Maryann Newland has been a member of Street Machines for over 45 years. Maryann said, “Our entire family has been involved with Street Machines and their events. It is great family fun. We are a group of nice people, that enjoy good clean fun with our families.” Maryann and her husband Butch have attended the show with their four children, Tammy, Teresa, Timmy and Todd, each year. They all share a love for cars. Maryann works each year

during the Auto Show in the t-shirt booth, and throughout the years her kids have helped her by finding sizes and talking with the customers. Maryann shows her car every year. It is a 1969 Camaro RS with hidden headlights, corvette white, with pink roses on the handles. “Just a small detail to show the car belongs to a woman,” she said. Maryann also drag raced for four years, and according to her account, she held her own alongside the men.

Street Machines of Rochester is a socially active club. Founded in 1974, the annual membership averages about 100 car enthusiasts. Throughout the year, the club sponsors monthly events for members. Summer is filled with picnics, ice cream socials and car cruise-ins, wintertime brings Halloween, Christmas and Super Bowl parties. They give back to the community through bell ringing for the Salvation Army, food and clothing drives along with nursing home visits to cheer residents during the holidays. They also participate in local parades, including the upcoming Town of Greece Memorial Day parade.

For more information on Street Machines, including the 2024 Auto Show and registration forms, visit www.streetmachinesofrochester.com.

Former resident a Professor Emeritus at West Point

by Ron Johnston

Dr. Greg Parnell is an Arkansas Razorbacks fan, now.

Back in the early 1960s over at the corner of Riga Mumford and Bridgeman Roads in the Churchville area, he enjoyed baseball and rooted for...well, any team but the New York Yankees.

Greg, younger brother Duncan, cousin Freddie Church, and several other neighborhood kids played many a sandlot game under a scorching, hot summer sun in a vacant side-yard field by the George and Mary Parnell home, about a 10-minute bicycle ride from Riga Center.

At lunchtime, Mary Parnell served peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the youngsters.

Sometimes, if the sandlot ballplayers wanted to take a break, they’d play Monopoly or do some exploring and hiking in the bush and “wilderness” behind the house. There was even a small creek to splash around in.

In 1962, after Greg completed his eighth-grade year at the Churchville Junior High (formerly the high school), he moved with his family out of the district. He attended Avon but finished and graduated at Caledonia-Mumford Central in 1966.

An honor student all through his prep school and college years, Greg attended the State University of New York at Buffalo, where he majored in aerospace engineering and was a member of Tau Beta Pi.

After earning his B.A., Greg continued his education and over the years received degrees from the University of Florida, University of Southern California, and Stanford. He also served his country for 25 years and is a retired Air Force Colonel and graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces.

Greg has been the recipient of many awards during his lifetime and is a professor emeritus at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

Almost a decade ago, Greg started a new job at the University of Arkansas.

Last year, Greg and his bride Eileen Schroeder Parnell – who studied at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska – celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary in Honolulu, Hawaii. Greg, an avid golfer, was able to play on the links at Makani Golf Club in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.

Several years ago, Greg, a devoted family man, donated one of his kidneys to his daughter Christine.

Currently a resident of Fayetteville, Arkansas, 75-year-old Greg recently returned to New York State to visit West Point.

Ron Johnston, Churchville-Chili Class of 1966, is the author of One-Game Wonder: A Hoops Memory and Compilation

Eileen Sorochty, an active volunteer with both the MFP and Master Gardener programs, will offer a Pie Making class on October 23.

own pie crust that they make in class.

Greg Parnell in the 1960s and today. Provided photos.

LegaL NoticeS

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

Legal Notice Village of Hilton

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Village Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street to consider the following application:

Application for Wegmans Specialties LLC, for a Re-Subdivision of 231 and 261 East Avenue 2.065± acres of Tax Accounts #032.06-3-12.21 (231 East Avenue) with 6.129± acres of Tax Account #032.063-13.111 (261 East Avenue). After re-subdivision, the area of 261 East Avenue will be 8.195± acres. This property is zoned Multi-Residential.

A complete map of the area may be viewed at the Village office during normal business hours or by visiting our website at www.hiltonny.org. For additional information, please contact the Village Office at 392-4144.

Any interest parties will be heard at that time.

Dated: May 26, 2024

Mark Mazzucco Code Enforcement Officer

Legal Notice

Town of Sweden

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the provisions of Town Law, and the Town of Sweden Land Use Development and Subdivision Regulations, a public hearing will be held by the Planning Board at the Town Offices, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York, on Monday, June 10, 2024, commencing at 7 p.m. to consider the following:

Application of Edward Englerth, 942 Scottsville Mumford Road, Scottsville, New York, for site plan approval of the Englerth Acres Subdivision, located at 5230 Redman Road, Brockport, New York. The applicant is proposing to construct a single-family home with associated improvements on approximately 23.45 acres. The property is owned by Edward and Michelle Englerth, tax account number: 083.03-1-5.11.

Also, application of Michele Johnson, 81 Shumway Road, Brockport, New York, for amended site plan approval of the Ledgedale Airpark Subdivision, located at 21 Eisenhauer Road, Brockport, New York. Applicant proposes to construct a 3,360 sq. ft. office building with twelve parking spaces to serve as offices for the airport. The property is owned by Big Fella Enterprises, Inc., tax account number: 084.04-1-25.002/A.

Maps and information are on file in the Town of Sweden offices and may be inspected during regular business hours.

TOWN OF SWEDEN

Craig McAllister Planning Board Chairman

Legal Notice

Town of Hamlin

Lawn Mowing Bids 2024

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

The last new date for mowing submittals is May 24, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Legal Notice

Village of Spencerport Notice of Collection of Taxes

The Tax Roll and Warrant for the collection of Village Taxes for the ensuing year, June 1, 2024May 31, 2025, have been filed in the Village Clerk’s Office. TAX BILLS WILL BE MAILED ON MAY 31, 2024. Taxes may be paid at the Village Office, 27 West Avenue, Spencerport, New York from June 1, 2024 through July 1, 2024 from 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. M-Th. Friday 8:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

After July 1, 2024, interest of five percent (5%) shall be added for the month of July. For all taxes received after July 31, 2024 the additional penalty will be computed pursuant to Section 924A and 1456 of the Real Property Tax Law. For the Sewer User Fee portion of the bill, a ten percent (10%) penalty shall be imposed for all bills unpaid after July 1, 2024.

IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A VILLAGE TAX BILL, PLEASE CALL THE VILLAGE OFFICE AT 352-4771.

Respectfully submitted by, Jacqueline Sullivan, Village Clerk

Legal Notice of Public Hearing Village of Churchville

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Planning Board of the Village of Churchville, New York, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:00 p.m., in the meeting room at the Village Hall, 23 East Buffalo Street, Churchville, New York, to consider the following:

Application of JRP Management, LLC (Richard Parsons, Jr.) for Site Plan approval and Special Use Permit approval on a previously subdivided 4± acre parcel of land comprising a portion of property located at 97 South Main Street, Churchville, NY (Tax Acct. No. 143.17-1-52.11) in connection with the proposed development of a 6,400± veterinary hospital with associated improvements on the subdivided parcel.

All interested parties are invited to attend. The applications and any documents or materials filed therewith may be examined in the Office of the Village Clerk, 23 East Buffalo Street, Churchville, New York, during regular business hours.

Any person with special needs who wishes to attend the meeting is asked to notify the Village Clerk three (3) days in advance so that special accommodation may be made.

Dated: May 20, 2024

Mike Bohan, Chairperson Planning Board

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Village of Hilton Notice of Public Hearing

Please take notice that the Village of Hilton Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street to consider Local Law #1, 2024 for adoption.

To add Chapter 96 to the Village Code.

Village of Hilton Fire Sprinkler System Law

§ 96-1 Title.

This chapter shall be known as the “Village of Hilton Fire Sprinkler System Law.”

§ 96-2 Purpose.

It is the intention of this chapter to provide for the installation, maintenance, approval, and compliance of fire sprinkler systems within the Village of Hilton.

§ 96-3 Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:

ADDITION

The extension or increase in area, height, or equipment of a structure.

ALTERATION

Any change, arrangement, or addition to a structure, other than repairs; any modification in construction or in equipment.

APPROVED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM.

Devices, equipment and systems or combinations of systems used to detect a fire, activate an alarm, extinguish, or control a fire, control or manage smoke and products of a fire or any combination thereof.

APPROVED FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

An Automatic Fire Sprinkler System designed and installed in conformity with the standards established by Factory Mutual or the National Fire Protection Association and which has been approved by the Village Code Enforcement Officer, which said approval shall be obtained prior to installation.

AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

An Automatic Sprinkler System, for fire protection purposes, is an integrated system of underground and overhead piping designed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards. The system includes a suitable water supply. The system is usually activated by heat from a fire and discharges water over the fire area.

VILLAGE

The Village of Hilton

§ 96-4 Buildings or structures required to have fire sprinkler systems.

Any building or structure as classified by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, which require a certificate of occupancy or certificate of compliance constructed after the effective date of this subsection, shall be required to have an Automatic Fire Sprinkler System installed and operational prior to occupancy with the exception of one- and two-family dwellings and their accessory structures, utility, and miscellaneous Group U occupancies.

§ 96-5 Compliance required prior to issuance of a building permit.

No building permit shall be issued for the construction of any structure required to have an Automatic Fire Sprinkler System under § 96-4 of this chapter unless plans incorporating such Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems are filed with the Village Code Enforcement Officer.

§ 96-6 Approval required prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy.

No certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any structure required to have a Automatic Fire Sprinkler System under § 96-4 of this chapter unless such system is installed in conformity with the applicable provisions of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and National Fire Protection Association standards dealing with such Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems.

§ 96-7 Maintenance.

Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems required under the provisions of this chapter shall be maintained by the property owner as prescribed in Section FC901.6. of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the requirements set forth in the applicable provisions of standards established by the National Fire Protection Association.

§ 96-8 Exceptions.

Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems shall not be required to be installed in spaces where the discharge of water would be hazardous or damaging to equipment. In such places, other approved Fire Protection Systems shall be provided as prescribed and approved by the Village Code Enforcement Officer.

§ 96-9 Administration.

The requirements set forth in this chapter shall be

in addition to and shall supplement the requirements set forth in Chapter 95 of the Code of the Village of Hilton, (Uniform Construction Codes). The plans, specifications, rating body approvals and materials required by the Village Code Enforcement Officer relating to the Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems shall be submitted to the Village Code Enforcement Officer for review and approval prior to installation in conjunction with any application for a building permit submitted pursuant to Chapter 95 of the Code of the Village of Hilton, (Uniform Construction Codes).

§ 96-10 Liability of Village and employees for damages.

This chapter shall not be construed to hold any code enforcement official of the Village responsible for any damages to persons or property by reason of approval and issuance of permit(s), inspection or reinspection authorized herein or failure to inspect or reinspect, as required by any permits under this chapter, nor shall the Village and its employees be liable for any damage to persons or property by reason of the Village Code Enforcement Officer exercising their discretion as provided in this chapter

§ 96-11 Appeals.

A. Generally. An applicant may appeal a decision of the Village Code Enforcement Officer regarding issues related to any Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems pursuant to this chapter to the Village of Hilton Zoning Board of Appeals .

B. Grounds for appeal. The grounds for such appeal shall be limited to one or more of the following:

(1) Compliance would create an excessive and unreasonable economic burden.

(2) Compliance would inhibit achievement of some other important public policy.

(3) Compliance would be physically or legally impracticable.

(4) Compliance would be unnecessary, in light of viable alternatives, which, without loss in the level of safety, achieve the intended objective of this chapter more efficiently, effectively, or economically.

C. Appeal procedure. All appeals shall be conducted at the regularly scheduled meetings of the Village Zoning Board of Appeals and shall be conducted in the same manner as other appeals. The Board may affirm, modify, or reverse the determination of the Village Code Enforcement Officer after its deliberations.

D. Time for appeal. Appeals regarding this chapter shall be filed with the Village Zoning Board of Appeals within 30 days from the date of the denial of a Building Permit or the denial of a Certificate of Occupancy by the Village Code Enforcement Officer for the failure to comply with the requirements of this chapter.

E. Decisions. The hearing on the appeal will be recorded in the formal minutes of the Village Zoning Board, and the determination of the appeal shall be made by a majority vote of the Board. The decision of the Board will be delivered in writing to the petitioner and the Village Code Enforcement Officer. Nothing herein shall preclude the petitioner from pursuing Article 78 proceeding pursuant to the provisions of the New York State Civil Practice Law and Rules.

F. Jurisdiction. In no event shall the Village Zoning Board of Appeals assume jurisdiction over or interpret or modify any provision of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, nor shall it act on those matters subject to the jurisdiction of the New York State Regional Board of Review with respect to the provisions of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code.

§ 96-12 Penalties for offenses.

A. Any person who violates or knowingly permits the violation of this chapter shall be deemed to have committed an offense against this chapter and shall be punishable as provided in Section 95-17. Each separate violation shall constitute a separate additional offense. However, for the purpose of conferring jurisdiction upon courts and judicial officers generally, violations of this article shall be deemed misdemeanors, and for such purposes only, all provisions of law relating to misdemeanors shall apply to such violations. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any person violating any provision of this Chapter, or any article, section or subsection thereof shall be subject to a civil penalty of not more than $500 for each day or part thereof during which such violation continues. The civil penalties provided by this subsection shall be recoverable in an action instituted by the Village.

B. Any action or proceeding in the name of the Village may be commenced in any court of competent jurisdiction to compel compliance with, or restrain by injunction, the violation of the provisions of this chapter or to vacate the occupancy or structure in the case of imminent danger to life and property. Such remedy shall be in addition to penalties otherwise prescribed by law.

For additional information, please contact the Village Office at 392-4144.

Shari Pearce, Village Manager/Clerk

Dated: May 26, 2024

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Brockport High School announces Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorian

Brockport High School (BHS) seniors Jason Kleehammer and Sophia Visconte have been named Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian, respectively.

Jason and Sophia were surprised the morning of May 17 with news of their accomplishment when they were called down to the High School main office. They were met by parents, siblings, Principal Michael Pincelli, Superintendent Sean Bruno, and BHS admin to celebrate during the surprise announcements.

Jason is the Class of 2024 President and participates in Student Council; boys varsity swimming, tennis, and volleyball; Masterminds; BHS Chamber & Symphony Orchestras; Area All-State & Conference All-State Orchestras; Hochstein Youth Symphony Orchestra; URMC Youth Advisory Board; Captains Club; and National Honor Society. He also is a volunteer at Seymour Library and a BHS tutor. Jason plans to attend Harvard University to study Molecular and Cellular Biology with the goal

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Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd.

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Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St.

Sullivan’s Charbroil – 4712 Ridge Rd. W.

Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave.

Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave.

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Brockport-Clarkson Area

Crosby’s – 8389 West Ridge Rd.

Seymour Library – 161 East Ave.

Wellington Woods – 702 Wellington Woods Dr. S. Brockport-Sweden Area

Byrne Dairy – 5550 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

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Mobil On the Run Gas Station – 4118 Lake Rd.

Royal Gardens Apartments – 100 Royal Gardens Way

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Hamlin Library – 1680 Lake Rd.

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Hamlin Town Hall – 1658 Lake Rd.

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Holley-Clarendon Area

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Hickory Ridge Campground – 15853 Lynch Rd.

Holley Grove Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.

Holley Pharmacy – 3 Geddes St.

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the National Honor Society and President of the Key Club. Sophia serves as Secretary on the Student Council and TRI-M while holding the position of Art Club Treasurer. Additionally, Sophia hosts the BHS Podcast and serves as the Editor for The Literary and Art Magazine, “Ink and Art.” She extends her involvement to technical aspects by operating spotlights on the Musical Tech Crew. Sophia also participates in the Career Internship Program (CIP), collaborating with Mrs. Sodoma. Sophia plans to attend Brown University this fall with hopes of pursuing a career in publishing. She loves to travel and intends to study abroad while in college to explore the world.

“It is a true pleasure to recognize these two outstanding students. While it is their consistent academic excellence that we celebrate with these honors, their exceptional characters and contributions to our school community make the celebration of this accomplishment that much richer. I have no doubt that this is only the beginning of many successes to come for both Jason and Sophia,” says BHS Principal, Michael Pincelli. Both students will speak during the Class of 2024 Commencement, taking place on Saturday, June 29, at SUNY Brockport’s SERC. Provided information and photos

Brockport Board of Education president receives NYSSBA’s Board Mastery Award

Jeffrey Harradine, president of the Brockport Central School District Board of Education, was honored by the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) at the May 7 BOE meeting.

Harradine received a “Board Mastery Award” for his participation in NYSSBA’s Recognition Program. The program acknowledges the extensive time and effort required of school board members who continually strive to expand their knowledge and skills for better board governance.

NYSSBA members who receive this recognition must earn 250 points for participating in training opportunities, such as the New Member Academy, Board Officers Academy, NYSSBA Annual Convention, legal conferences, regional workshops and district level custom improvement programs.

The following levels make up the program:

•Level 1 – Board Achievement Award (75 points)

•Level 2 – Board Excellence Award (150 points)

•Level 3 – Board Mastery Award (250 points)

•Level 4 – Board Lifetime Achievement (500 points)

Harradine was elected to the Board of Education in 2017 and served as the Board’s Vice President from 2018-2023. He was elected to Board President in 2023.

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Entries

sought for Erie Canalway Photo Contest

As the NYS Canal System opens for the season, the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit up to three images that capture the canals’ beauty, vibrancy, and character. Winning photos will be featured in the 2025 Bicentennial Erie Canalway Calendar.

Entries must be postmarked by August 30, 2024.

Images will be judged in four contest categories: On the Water, Along the Trail, Canal Celebrations & Communities, and Classic Canal. Judges will

select first, second, and third place winning images in each category, as well as 12 honorable mentions. Submitted images must be horizontal format and taken within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, which spans 524 miles across the full expanse of upstate New York. It encompasses the Erie, Cayuga-Seneca, Oswego, and Champlain canals and their historic alignments, as well as more than 230 canal communities.

Download official contest rules and an entry form at https://eriecanalway. org/get-involved/photo-contest. Provided information

Jason Kleehammer with Superintendent Sean Bruno and Principal Michael

Salutatorian Sophia Visconte with Principal Pincelli.

2023 contest winner, Paddler in Macedon by Dan Judd.

Brockport Superintendent Sean Bruno surprised BOE President Jeffrey Harradine with the New York State School Board Association’s Level 3 Board Mastery Award.

Rummage

Memorial Day prep in Spencerport

Members of Spencerport’s Ferris Goodridge Post 330 of the American Legion were hard at work preparing Veteran’s Park for the upcoming Memorial Day Ceremony. Ferris Goodridge members (l-r) Mike Ammmering, Mark Williams, and Scotty Beale gave the plates a good scrub down while Sergeant-at-Arms Cully Cullingworth (below) used the pressure washer to clean the monuments.

The Legion is also grateful to the Ogden Parks and Recreation Department for use of their equipment and the assistance of two of their employees.

Spencerport’s Memorial Day Parade begins at 9 a.m. on May 27 along Union Street. It will be followed by a ceremony at Veteran’s Park. Provided information and photos.

Memorial Day Events in Hilton

Hiscock-Fishbaugh American Legion Post 788 will pass out Memorial Day Poppies on Saturday, May 25, at the Hilton Family Restaurant in Hovey Square and in front of Tops Market on South Avenue in the village of Hilton.

On Monday, May 27, members of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6105, and the Parma-Hilton Honor Guard will honor our fallen service members with a flag-lowering ceremony at Parma Union Cemetery, 260 Parma Center Road, Hilton, at 8 a.m. Immediately following, a second ceremony will take place at the memorial flagpole in front of the Parma Town Hall, 1300 HiltonParma Corners Road.

The Memorial Day Parade in the village of Hilton is on Monday, May 27, stepping off at 10:30 a.m. from the west driveway of St. Paul Lutheran School, proceeding west to Main Street, continuing to West Avenue.

Marchers will turn on Henry Street, where the parade ends at the Hilton Community Center. Shortly after 11 a.m., when the last parade unit arrives at the Community Center, the Veterans organizations will conduct a short ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on the south lawn of the Hilton Community Center. After placing a wreath in front of the memorial, the Parma-Hilton Honor Guard will render a gun salute; the ceremony will close with the playing of Taps.

All events are open to the public. Civic or youth groups interested in marching in the parade should contact American Legion Post 788 at legionpost788@gmail.com or through Facebook @legionpost788. No political candidates or political organizations will be allowed to march; elected officials should contact Post 788 if interested in participating. Provided information and photo

Boy Scout Troop 133 helps prepare for Memorial Day in Churchville

On May 19, members of Boy Scout Troop 133 gathered at Harvey C. Noone American Legion Post 954 with Legion Scout Liaison Officer Geoff Larson. At the Post, the scouts assisted in moving chairs and items into their shed and they also trimmed the bushes and weeded the flagpole area. They then gathered all the flags and veteran grave markers at the Post and proceeded to Creekside/St. Vincent Cemetery.

To honor the deceased veterans and prepare for Memorial Day, the scouts began to place flags and grave markers, where needed, on to the graves of the fallen. Each scout would inspect the grave, fix any deficiency with the markers, and then place a flag in the holder. The scout would then step back, stand at attention, say the veteran’s name and thank him or her, and then render a salute.

The scouts spent the rest of the afternoon performing these tasks to ensure the proper respect and honor were given to the fallen. Their assistance to the Legion and the families is appreciated by the community.

Participating were scouts, Jessie Becker, Zane Stewart, Jude Lisle-Saleh, Zach Thiers, Jonah Lisle-Saleh, Lawren Monahan, Brenden Saunders, Micah Roth and Javier Green-Jordan, with scout adults, Thomas Lisle, Ann DeBottis and Eric Roth. Auxiliary member Tish Juergens updated and provided the maps and helped place flags along with Legionnaires Geoff Larson and Ken Juergens.

Memorial Day will be remembered on May 27 starting with a ceremony at 10:30 a.m. at the Churchville’s Village Elementary. The Grand Marshall will be WWII veteran George Becker and the guest speaker will be past Churchville Girls State representative and incoming United States Military Academy at West Point cadet, McKenzie “Mae” Ennis. The parade begins at 11 a.m. with fire trucks, bagpipes, and marchers from many different organizations. Food and drink will be available for sale and the parade will conclude at the cemetery where the Legion will present honors to the veterans at the Civil War monument. All are invited to remember and respect Churchville’s fallen heroes.

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Continuing a tradition started after the Civil War, members of Hiscock-Fishbaugh American Legion Post 788, Boy Scout Troop 99, and Cub Scout Pack 330 gathered on Saturday, May 11, to “decorate” veteran gravesites in Parma Union Cemetery, placing over 800 U.S. flags on headstones. The flags will remain in place through the Independence Day holiday.

Other Memorial Day observances:

•Brockport: Ceremony on Saturday, May 25, 11 a.m., at the VFW, 222 West Avenue, Brockport.

•Chili: Ceremony on May 27, 9:30 a.m., at the Chili Community Center. No parade this year.

•Greece: 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 at 11:45 a.m. at the Greece Town Hall Pavilion.

•Hamlin: Service on May 27, 1 p.m., at Hamlin VFW Post, 1739 Lake Road.

•Kendall: Observance on Thursday, May 30, 7 p.m., at the Town Gazebo.

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Hamlin VFW Auxiliary remembers

This Memorial Day, The Hamlin VFW Auxiliary 6703, would like to remember all of our deceased members:

•Norma Bauch

•Mary Bilinski

•Donna Buss

•Marion Carmel

•Mary Elliott

•Roberta Fey

•Pauline Freemesser

•Ruth Freitag

•Marjorie Goodrell

•Beverly Hare

•Evelyn Hitchcock

•Irene Hurd

•Nancy Jennejahn

•Tommy Jensen

•Clara Judd

•Verna Kimmel

•Alfreda Leiter

•Betty Lemcke

•Margarita Maar

•Margot Maxon

•Betty McMurdy

•Virginia Miller

•Iona Newman

•Marcia Papoi

•Theresa Reis

•Agnes Reynolds

•Lisa Rivera French

•Alma Schultz

•Laura Schultz

•Ruth Schultz

•Anna Sietmann

•Alice Smith

•Margaret Smith

•Shirley Smith

•Marjorie Tierman

•Margaret Vanhouten

•Nancy Waye

•Elizabeth White

•Kathleen Wolck

•Matthew Wolck

•Dorothy Wolfe

Hamlin VFW Auxiliary 6703

A scout distributing flags and paying his respects at Creekside Cemetery.

Boy Scout Troop 133 helped Harvey C. Noone American Legion honor veterans ahead of Memorial Day.

sports and recreation

Scheffler named April Hickok Belt® Award winner

Professional golfer Scottie Scheffler has been named the Hickok Belt® Award winner for the month of April 2024. Voting was conducted by a select panel of members of the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). The voters selected the 27-year-old, the number one golfer in the world, for his performance in winning the second Masters Tournament of his

Genesee Region

All League track meet

Three Holley students won at the Genesee Region All League track meet on May 18. Keon Haughton won the 200 (23.15), Allison Merle the 100 Hurdles (16.92), and Sam Bates the High Jump (5’ 2”).

Kendall’s Hunter Richards (pictured) won championship in Shotput (47’ 1.5”). Photo from @DrieselMark on X.

career. The Masters is the world’s most revered and sought after golf title. His victory came on golf’s biggest stage at the 88th Masters Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club. Scheffler finished 11-under par for the championship, winning by four shots over Ludvig Aberg of Sweden. Scheffler took home $3.6 million in prize money that came with the victory, including a second Masters Green Jacket. Other finalists for April in order of how the NSMA ranked them were: Jalen Brunson (basketball), Nelly Korda (golf), Luka Doncic (basketball), Roger Suarez (baseball) and Nathan McKinnon (hockey) – tie, Lionel Messi (soccer), Marcell Ozuna (baseball), Jeremy Swayman (hockey) and Max Verstappen (auto racing) – tie.

Sheffler’s selection as the Hickok Belt winner for April recognizes him as “the best of the best” in professional sports for the month. It also makes him the fourth candidate eligible to receive the 2024 overall award, joining Mikaela Shiffrin, Patrick Mahomes, Jannik Sinner, and other finalists throughout the year based on NSMA voting.

To learn more about the Hickok Belt® Award and its history, visit www.hickokbelt.com.

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MCPSAC Track & Field Championships

The Monroe County Public School Athletic Conference Track & Field Championships were held May 18 at Victor High School. Several area students finished the day as champions.

First place finishers:

Boys Team – Hilton with 76 points

Girls 4x800 – Churchville-Chili (Briggs, Sichak, Goettel, Sudol) 9:49.48

Boys 100 Dash – Ricardo Lagares (Churchville-Chili) 10.83

Girls 400 Dash – Stella Riley (Brockport) 57.73

Boys 400 Dash – Jake Palermo (Hilton) 47.70

Boys 4x100 Relay – Hilton (Lowry, Palermo, Pellechia, Taddeo) 42.17

Boys 200 Dash – Ricardo Lagares (Churchville-Chili) 21.89

Churchville-Chili’s Girls 4x800 relay team of Aubrey Sudol, Michaela Goettel, Maddie Sichak and Alexa Briggs won in a school record time of 9:49.48, besting the record of 9:57.96 that was set last year. Photo from X @Coach_Chris21

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personal record 4:54.20 in the 1500m to secure third. Photo from @BrockportTrack on X.

Hilton’s boys outdoor track and field team won the Boys Team Championship. Photo from @HiltonCadets on X.

Brockport’s Stella Riley won the Girls 400m with a PR time of 57.73. Photo from X @BrockportTrack.

Brockport swept the Boys Pentathlon.

Judd first place with a NYS Super Standard score of 3126. Hawken took second place and hit the NYS “at-large” standard with a score of 3090. Diego Arellano

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RMSC offers free admission to active duty military and their families

As part of Blue Star Museums, the RMSC is extending its heartfelt gratitude to those currently serving in the United States Military, and up to five of their family members, by offering free admission to all three of its locations beginning on Armed Forces Day, May 18, 2024, through Labor Day, September 2, 2024.

The RMSC includes the RMSC Museum & Science Center, the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Offering experiences at the Museum & Science Center with more than 200 interactive exhibits, the Planetarium with a 65-foot dome screen and several hands-on exhibits, and the Nature Center on 900 acres of land and 14

miles of trails, the RMSC stimulates community interest in exploration. In addition, the more than 1.2 million RMSC collection items tell the story of the Rochester Region’s past and present, including its rich history of social and technological innovation.

The offer is available to those currently serving in the United States Military – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard – including Reservists, National Guardsman (regardless of status), U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. A family member of active duty military may include a spouse, child, siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and grandparents.

All year round, The RMSC offers military veterans a $3 off general admission ticket to the RMSC Museum & Science Center and Strasenburgh Planetarium and free admission to the Cumming Nature Center.

Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and participating museums across America. For more information and a list of participating museums, go to https://www.arts.gov/initiatives/blue-star-museums.

For more information about the RMSC, visit rmsc.org. Provided information

Volunteer with the American Red Cross to support military families

The American Red Cross provides support to our U.S. military community at every step of their career — from the time a service member takes their oath to navigating life as a veteran and each event in between. You can find American Red Cross support of military communities across the globe at military hospitals, on installations locally and overseas and through local chapter offices in every state.

The American Red Cross is inviting people around the country to turn ‘Thank you for your service’ into action. For those with a military background or just a heart for military and veteran communities, opportunities to volunteer and support are available in the community.

“Oftentimes when military families go through a crisis, they are separated from their families and their support systems,” said Kenneth Lee, Executive Director, American Red Cross of Western New York Greater Rochester chapter. “Red Cross volunteers make a huge difference in the lives of military families through emergency relief, comfort and care during the most harrowing of times.”

Answer emergency calls with the Hero Care Network

The Red Cross Hero Care Network is a free 24/7 support system for military and veteran families when they are facing life-changing events like the birth of a child, the death of a loved one, a medical emergency or even a financial crisis. The Red Cross is the only organization to provide this emergency messaging service to separated and active-duty military families. Volunteers help serve members each day by answering calls, delivering messages and opening cases to support connections to additional resources.

Volunteer at the VA Hospital

The Red Cross has medical and non-medical volunteers that help provide care, comfort and therapy at military medical facilities in the U.S. and all around the world. Multiple volunteer positions including those below are available. Reach out to recruitWNY@redcross.org for more information.

•Medical Volunteers – Licensed doctors or nurses, help support hospital staff in a variety of ways, including seeing patients in-person or through telehealth, nurse charting, answering calls and more.

•Non-medical Volunteers – Non-medical volunteers help with a variety of programs including visiting patients; manning coffee, snack and book carts; providing art and garden therapy classes; hosting animal visitation programs; and distributing care and comfort items to patients and medical staff.

Teach mental wellness workshops

The Red Cross conducts mental wellness courses, called Resiliency Workshops, for military and veteran families. Programs are free, confidential and offered in-person or online by licensed mental health professionals. The programs help service members, veterans and their families build resilience, manage stress and address trauma. Mental health professionals serve as volunteer leaders of Resiliency workshops for military and veteran communities.

Turn your appreciation into action by volunteering with the Red Cross today. To learn more, visit redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local Red Cross chapter to learn about open availabilities.

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Legal Notice

Village of Hilton Notice of Public Hearing

Please take notice that the Village of Hilton Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street to consider Local Law #2, 2024 for adoption.

To add Chapter 97 to the Village Code.

Fire Alarm Systems

§ 97-1 Purpose.

It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the residents of the Village of Hilton by reducing the number of avoidable fire alarms to emergency agencies. This chapter will allow emergency response agencies to contact responsible people to notify them of an alarm activation.

§ 97-2 Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meaning indicated:

ALARM AGENT

Any person who is employed by a Fire Alarm Business, either directly or indirectly, whose duties include any of the following: selling, maintaining, leasing, servicing, repairing, altering, replacing, moving or installing on or in any building, structure or facility any Fire Alarm System.

ALARM BUSINESS

Any business maintained by any individual, partnership, corporation or other entity for the selling, leasing, maintaining, servicing, repairing, altering, replacing, moving, or installing of any Fire Alarm System or for causing to be sold, leased, maintained, serviced, repaired, altered, replaced, moved or installed in or on any building, structure or facility.

APPLICANT

A person, firm, corporation, or other entity who or which files an application for a new or renewal permit as provided in this chapter.

AUDIBLE ALARM

A component of a Fire Alarm System such as a bell, horn, loudspeaker, designed for the detection of fire which generates an audible sound on the premises when it is actuated.

AVOIDABLE ALARM

The activation of an Fire Alarm System, including activation through direct connection to an emergency agency or through notification of an emergency agency by a private answering point or through an automatic dialing device, or through notification to an emergency agency by any other second party or means which results from a mechanical failure, malfunction, improper installation or the negligence of the owner, user, custodian or lessee of an Fire Alarm System, and/or his or her employees or agents, which indicates that an emergency situation exists requiring an emergency response within the Village of Hilton, when, in fact, an emergency situation does not exist. An Avoidable Alarm also includes the knowing or intentional activation of a Fire Alarm System to an emergency agency when the activator knows that an emergency situation does not exist. “An Avoidable Alarm” does not include a Fire Alarm System that is activated by violent conditions of nature, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, or by any other similar cause beyond the control of the user of a Fire Alarm System. Activation of a Fire Alarm System under any circumstances where the activator reasonably believes that an emergency situation exists is not an Avoidable Alarm.

DAY A Calendar day.

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

Any network of mechanical or electrical device which is designed or used for the detection of fire, and which emits an Audible Alarm or transmits a signal or message when activated. Components of a Fire Alarm System include but are not limited to transmission thru direct dial telephone devices, Audible Alarms, and proprietor alarms.

NOTICE Written notification, to be given by personal service upon the addressee or given via United States Mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the person to be notified at the person’s last known address. Service of such Notice shall be effective upon the completion of personal service or upon the placing of the same in the custody of United States Postal Service.

PERMITTEE

Any Alarm Agent or Alarm Business who or which shall be granted a permit as provided herein, and his, her or its agents and representatives.

PERSON

A natural person, firm, partnership, association, corporation, or other entity.

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

Individuals who perform those procedures, adjustments, replacement of components, system programming, and maintenance as described in

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the manufacturer’s service instructions that can affect any aspect of the performance of the system. A competent and capable person or company that has met the requirements and training for a given field acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.

SUBSCRIBER

Any person who owns, leases, contracts for or otherwise obtains a Fire Alarm System. A Person or entity may be both a Subscriber and an Alarm Business.

VILLAGE

The Village of Hilton

§ 97-3 Alarm system standards and regulations.

A. The following are minimum standards and regulations for the installation, construction and maintenance of all fire alarm systems installed within the Village:

(1) All components of the Fire Alarm System shall be securely mounted to the building structure. A suitable moisture barrier shall be provided between the components of the Fire Alarm System that are externally mounted onto exterior masonry walls

(2) Wiring between a battery or power supply to an Audible Alarm shall be of sufficient gauge to have a voltage drop not greater than 15%.

(3) Fire Alarm System wiring shall not be run in the same conduit as Class 1, 2 and 3 power lines. Burglar and fire alarms conductors of Class 2 and Class 3 circuits shall not be placed in any enclosure, raceway, cable tray, cable compartment, outlet box or similar fitting with conductors of light, power, and Class 1 circuits.

(4) All splices shall be twisted and secured with solderless crimp conductors. Connection of wires to screw terminals shall be made using a spade lug, either crimp or solder type. Terminal boards with clamping washers will not require a spade lug or soldering. Wire nuts and punch block connections will also be permitted.

(5) Grounding shall be in accordance with the NFPA 70 Article 250 under conditions also pursuant to NEC Article 760.

(6) All wiring for Fire Alarm Systems are to be in accordance with NFPA 70, NEC Article 760, and in accordance with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code.

(7) All protective circuit wiring shall have conductors not smaller than No. 18AWG

(8) All components of the Fire Alarm System must be listed or labeled by a recognized testing agency such as Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc., Factory Mutual (FM)., Electric Testing Laboratories, C.S.A, etc. Any Fire Alarm System installed in accordance with these specifications shall be considered acceptable under these standards.

(9) All Fire Alarm Systems shall be inspected annually by Qualified Service Personnel.

B. All Fire Alarm Systems shall meet or exceed such standards and regulations before a permit may be issued or installation approved pursuant to this Chapter. The Village Code Enforcement Officer may prescribe a certification form to be completed by Permittees certifying that a Fire Alarm System has been inspected and/or maintained by the Permittee and that the Fire Alarm System conforms to said minimum standards required by this Chapter.

C. A Fire Alarm System permit shall be required prior to the installation of any Fire Alarm System and shall be subject to inspection and approval by the Village Code Enforcement Officer upon completion of installation. Any permit application shall be accompanied by the fee(s), plans, manufacturer’s cut sheets and other documents and information as reasonably required by the Village Code Enforcement Officer. The Village Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to approve, approve with conditions, or deny said operational permit. The application and plan review fees shall be set from time to time by resolution of the Village Board.

§ 97-4 Requirements for Audible Alarms.

A. Every Person maintaining an Audible Alarm shall post a notification containing the names and telephone numbers of the persons to be notified to render repairs or service and secure the premises during any hour of the day or night that the alarm is actuated. Such notification shall be posted near the alarm in such a position as to be legible.

B. Each Audible Alarm shall be designed so as to terminate its Audible Alarm within 15 minutes from its initiation and shall be designed to automatically do so.

C. Any Officer of any Fire Department responding to an Audible Alarm or activation of a Fire Alarm System, or any peace officer may disable an Audible Alarm or Fire Alarm System at any time, including if the Audible Alarm has not been silenced following the expiration of the required fifteen-minute period.

D. No Persons, except authorized public safety personnel, shall fail to leave or vacate premises in which a Fire Alarm System has been activated or when there has been reported to be a fire or possible fire. No Person shall reoccupy said premises until it is deemed safe by the appropriate fire or Code Enforcement Officer.

§ 97-5 Fire Alarm Installers to possess permits. Every Alarm Agent, Alarm Business or Permittee engaged in repairing, servicing, altering, replacing, removing, designing, selling, leasing, maintaining, or installing a Fire Alarm System shall have valid and current Fire Alarm Installer license issued by the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services.

§ 97-6 Fire Alarm System permit required.

No Person shall install a Fire Alarm System without first applying for and receiving a Fire Alarm System permit therefor in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter.

§ 97-7 Notice of change in status.

Whenever any change occurs relating to the written information required by § 97-9 of this chapter, the Applicant or Permittee shall give written Notice thereof to the Village Code Enforcement Officer within 20 days after such change or at any hearing conducted under this chapter if such hearing is conducted whichever comes first.

§ 97-8 Permit-issuing authority.

The Village Code Enforcement Officer shall be responsible for reviewing all applications and for issuing all permits pursuant to this Chapter. No permit shall be issued unless and until the application for the same has been approved, in writing, by the Village Code Enforcement Officer.

§ 97-9 Application forms; fees. Applications for all permits required here under shall be submitted to the Village Code Enforcement Officer for review and consideration and shall be accompanied by the requisite fee. The fee is not refundable. The application shall include the name, address and telephone number of the person who will render service or repairs during any hour of the day or night and any other information as may be deemed necessary or appropriate by the Village Code Enforcement Officer to evaluate and act upon the application.

§ 97-10 Denial; revocation.

The application for the permit shall be denied by the Village Code Enforcement Officer if the proposed Fire Alarm System does not comply with the standards and regulations adopted set forth in § 97-3 of this chapter or any other applicable law, and the installation will not be approved by the Village Code Enforcement Officer if the installation of the Fire Alarm System does not comply with such standards and regulations.

§ 97-11 Violations

A. It shall be a violation of this chapter for a Subscriber, Person, or Permittee to:

(1) Violate any of the provisions of this Chapter;

(2) Fail to comply with standards or regulations set forth in § 97-3 of this chapter;

(3) Allow the occurrence of three or more Avoidable Alarms in any one-hundred-eighty-day (180) period, which shall be deemed a public nuisance.

(4) Knowingly make any false, misleading, or fraudulent statement of a material fact in the application for a permit or in any report or record required to be filed with the Village.

(5) Failed to keep the alarm systems in good repair; or

(6) Failed to notify the Village Code Enforcement Officer, the proper dispatching office and any party who would receive direct communication of an alarm, prior to any service, test, repair, maintenance, adjustment, alteration, or installation which might actuate an Avoidable Alarm.

B. For the purposes of these standards and regulations, any Fire Alarm System that is actuated where such prior notice has been given shall not constitute an Avoidable Alarm.

§ 97-12 Investigation of alleged violations.

A. The Village Code Enforcement Officer or designee shall investigate written reports of each alleged Avoidable Alarm or alleged violations of other provisions of this chapter. Notice of said written report alleging violation shall be given to the applicable Subscriber or Permittee.

B. Any Person alleged to be in violation of this chapter shall be given Notice of the investigation and an opportunity to be heard during the investigative process. The Village Code Enforcement Officer may hold a hearing if, in the Village Code Enforcement Officer’s sole discretion, it is deemed appropriate.

C. Upon completion of the investigation, the Village Code Enforcement Officer shall make a determination which shall be final. The Village Code Enforcement Officer shall give Notice of said decision to the Person alleged to be in violation and to the party who made the report which initiated the investigation.

D. A final determination of the Village Code Enforcement Officer may be appealed pursuant to Article 78 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules.

§ 97-13 Penalties for offenses. Persons in violation of this chapter shall be liable for civil penalties as follows:

A. Violation of § 97-4B: $100 for each violation.

B. Violation of § 97-4D: $100 for each violation

C. Violation of § 97-11A(3)

D. There shall be no civil penalty for the first two Avoidable Alarms within a 180-day period.

(1) Third Avoidable Alarm within a 180-day period: $100. (2) Fourth Avoidable Alarm within a 180-day period: $150.

(3) Each Avoidable Alarm thereafter within a 180-day period: $200.

§ 97-14 Enforcement.

All remedies shall be cumulative, and the use of one or more remedies by the Village shall not bar the use of any other remedy for the purpose of enforcing the provisions of this chapter. The amount of any civil penalty shall be deemed a debt to the Village. An action may be commenced in the name of the Village in any court of competent jurisdiction for the amount of any civil penalty.

For additional information, please contact the Village Office at 392-4144.

Shari Pearce, Village Manager/Clerk

Dated: May 26, 2024

Legal Notice

Town of Ogden

Ogden Zoning Board of Appeals

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 267 of the Town Law of the State of New York, that a public hearing will be held by the Ogden Zoning Board of Appeals at the Town Hall, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York, on:

June 6, 2024 at 7:00 pm to consider the following applications:

Appeal of Peter Marra of 23 Birdsong Terrace, Spencerport, NY 14559 for two (2) area variances, on property located at same, to have bee hives on a .9 acre lot, whereas, no lot or structure may be used for the raising or harboring of horses; pigeons; swine; goats; rabbits; cows; poultry; bees or other fur-bearing animals unless the lot is five or more acres in size, pursuant to Chapter 300-45 A in an R-1 Residential District. Additionally, to allow “beehives” 30 feet from the property line, whereas no building in which farm animals are kept shall be closer than 150 feet to any adjoining lot line, pursuant to Chapter 300-28 B (5) (a) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax acct #086.04-3-18

Appeal of Linda Strassner Root of 3499 Big Ridge Road, Spencerport, NY 14559 for one (1) area variance, to construct a second 32’ x 14’ (448 sq ft) accessory structure in addition to an existing 256 sq ft shed for a total of 704 sq ft whereas the maximum land coverage for accessory structures is 1% which is 449 sq ft for this property pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F(3)(b) in an R-1 Residential District.

Tax acct #087.01-4-3

Appeal of Mitchell Flagg of 45 Clearview Drive, Spencerport, NY 14559 for one (1) area variance, on property located at same, to construct a 12’ x 20’ (240 sq ft) in addition to an existing 8’ x 8’ (64 sq ft) shed for a total accessory structure square footage of 304 sq ft whereas the maximum land coverage for accessory structures is 1% which is 288 sq ft for this property pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (3) (b) in an R-1 Residential District.

Tax acct #086.08-3-19

Appeal of Cosmo Amico of 2846 Union Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 for (2) two area variances, on property located at same, to construct a 30’ x 40’ (1,200 sq ft) accessory structure to be 10’ from the side lot line, whereas the maximum land coverage for accessory structures is 1% which is 252 sq ft for this property pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F(3)(b) and accessory structures are required to be installed fifteen (15) feet from the side property line pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (1) (e) in an R-1 Residential District respectively. Tax acct # 116.04-2-8

Appeal of Matthew Meyer of 16 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, NY 14559 for a previously approved building lot at 300 Whittier Road, Spencerport, NY 14559 to build a 30’ x 50’ accessory structure (1,500 sq ft) as shown on the site plan. This property is 2.5 acres; whereas the maximum land coverage for accessory structures is 1% which is 1,089 sq ft pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F(3)(b) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax acct # 117.03-1-61.21

Appeal of Schultz Associates for property at 649 Hubbell Road, Churchville, NY 14428 for a preexisting non-conforming building lot with a total area of 31, 200 square feet and frontage of 130 feet whereas in an R-1 Residential District the minimum lot size is 40,000 square feet without public water and sewer and the minimum lot width is 200 sq ft without public water and sewer pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (1) (a) and (b) respectively. Tax acct #115.03-1-17.2

Respectfully Submitted,

Sue Duggan, Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary

2024 Rochester Heart Ball unites community

The 2024 Rochester Heart Ball brought hearts together to save lives and strive for equitable health for everyone living in Rochester. With more than $300,000 raised, funds will support the life saving work of the American Heart Association to fight heart disease and stroke.

The event, held May 18 at Oak Hill Country Club, was a culmination of the Heart of Rochester, an American Heart Association campaign centered around every individual to address critical issues and drive work to equitably improve and save lives for everyone everywhere. The Heart Ball marks a special moment in time to reflect, honor and celebrate the progress made through the determination, dedication and passion of all who support the Heart of Rochester.

“For 100 years the American Heart Association has saved and improved lives, pioneered scientific discovery and advocated for healthy communities,” said Heart Ball Co-Chairperson Dr. George Porter, Rhea and Raymond White professor in pediatric cardiology at Golisano Children’s Hospital. “Here in Rochester, the Heart Ball has been raising vital funds to ensure equitable health, fund critical research and support lifesaving work. With Bold Hearts and support from donors like you, we have helped transform our community and significantly reduce heart disease and stroke death rates. And we’re just getting started. With your help, we can keep working to ensure all people can enjoy longer, healthier lives.”

Churchville-Chili students and heart surgery survivors Aubrey Cimino and Ellianna O’Geen shared their stories with those in attendance.

“Thank you to the people of Rochester for your continued support of the Heart Ball,” said Heart Ball Co-Chairperson Laurel A. Yartz, senior human resources leader at Lewis Services. “Your efforts and donations are helping to make a difference right here in our community. The American Heart Association is relentlessly focused on standing for all and driving equitable health for all. You are part of that.”

Nearly 360 guests at the Heart Ball heard about the American Heart Association’s work, lifesaving information and inspiring stories. Dr. Mark B. Taubman, senior advisor to the CEO at UR Medicine, received the Dr. Arthur J. Moss Leadership Award for his work supporting the American Heart Association and community health. The Cimino and O’Geen families shared the story of their young girls, Aubrey Cimino and Ellianna O’Geen, who both had heart surgery before kindergarten and became best friends.

To donate in support of heart and stroke research, advocacy and education through the Heart Ball or for more information, visit https://tinyurl. com/4rf7yhtv or contact Megan Vargulick at Megan. Vargulick@heart.org or 585.317.9342.

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Get out & grow!

Integrated weed management

by Kristina Gabalski

You may be familiar with Integrated Pest Management, an environmentally sensitive approach to managing pests, especially concerning commercially grown crops, but there is also an integrated approach to managing weeds. Washington State University defines an integrated approach to weed management as utilizing a combination of cultural, physical, biological, and chemical methods to provide the best possible weed management in each situation. Integrated weed management is more environmentally sound, Washington State University notes, and more effective than complete reliance on chemical management – utilizing only herbicides. Taking an integrated approach to weed management in your garden can increase the effectiveness of your efforts and reduce the expense associated with herbicide use.

The most important part of the process is identifying what weed species you have growing in your garden. Positive ID of weeds helps you understand their weaknesses and leads to quick and effective management. There are many references available to help with weed identification, including books and educational resources on the internet. Your county Cornell Cooperative Extension office can also assist. When you know the common and scientific names of

plant growing beneath the Canada thistle – is an annual weed and can typically be removed by a single hand weeding each season. Knowing your weeds and their growing habits can help you manage them effectively.

by Kristina Gabalski

weeds, you can answer important questions such as if the plant has an annual, biennial, or perennial life cycle; if it spreads aggressively; and which management methods are most effective for its species.

Washington State University says it is important to be realistic when managing weeds. You will not be able to eradicate all of them. The goal, in fact, is not 100 percent control, but to reduce weeds to an acceptable level. Each gardener must set their own threshold: it might be the number of weeds affecting your vegetable harvest or what you can aesthetically tolerate in flower beds.

Here are some non-chemical methods WSU recommends for managing weeds: Weed prevention is one measure. Weeds can be introduced by topsoil, compost, via-seed contaminated clothing or equipment. If possible, try to prevent weeds from being established in the landscape. Avoid bringing soil into your landscape which might be contaminated with weed seeds or plant parts.

The next one is tough, but probably the best allround way to manage weeds – physical management – including hand weeding, hoeing, cultivating, and mulching. You must be diligent, particularly with perennial weeds like Canada thistle, pigweed, and crabgrass. The root systems of these plants must be starved by frequent pulling, hoeing, or cultivation.

Annual and biennial weed plants such as common ragweed and purple dead nettle (annuals) and burdock (biennial) can be managed by hand-weeding. Again, for perennials, hand weeding must be done frequently to be effective. Hoeing can help manage annual broadleaf weeds and biennial plants in their first season. Hoeing may not be as effective on grasses where the growing point is below the soil line. For perennials, hoe the area frequently.

Cultural weed management includes drip irrigation to minimize water availability to weeds; maintaining healthy plantings to compete more easily with weed species; timing plantings carefully; and interplanting slow-growing vegetables with fast growing types to minimize open areas where weeds thrive.

Additionally, there are biological weed management strategies, but these are not as applicable to homeowners. Biocontrol relies on the action of one or more natural enemies of weed species, such as disease or insects. In places such as pastures, roadsides, and woodlands, Washington State University says, biocontrol is more viable.

Finally, chemical weed management, or the use of herbicides, is the least-preferred management option because of the expense and potential for using them contrary to label directions. If you do resort to herbicides, use only as indicated on the label.

Ladies, short season is here!

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Canada thistle with green narrow toothed leaves - is a perennial invasive weed that needs to be physically removed either by hand weeding or hoeing repeatedly until the root system is starved. Purple dead nettle – the yellowish

Photo by Kristina Gabalski

CCCSD recognizes Outstanding Senior

Churchville-Chili High School senior Eliza Burley was honored at the 29th Annual

Dr. Michael C. O’Laughlin

Outstanding Senior Recognition Dinner on Wednesday, May 8. One outstanding senior from each high school in the Monroe County Council of School Superintendents area is chosen based on leadership and service as well as their academic performance.

Eliza has excelled academically during her time at Churchville-Chili and will be graduating cum laude She is a member of the Executive Council, Leo Club, and is the student representative to the Board of Education. Eliza has also been an active participant in the Saints athletic program as a member of the cheerleading and flag football teams.

“Eliza exemplifies our core belief of treating each other with respect, dignity and honesty. Further, she has challenged herself by taking IB coursework while engaging in extracurricular activities and athletic teams and being successful in all areas,” said Churchville-Chili Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Lori Orologio.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Shea Schleicher of Spencerport, received the Personal Finance Achievement Award in the spring 2024 semester. She is also one of seventeen peer tutors who earned National Tutor Association Level 1 Certification this academic year through SUNY Oneonta’s Student Learning Center (SLC).

Schleicher is studying early child/childhood education (B-6) at SUNY Oneonta and is part of the class of 2024.

Amanda Ellie ‘26 of Rochester, was one of 15 Elmira College students awarded the 2024 Moser Prize, which is presented to the student or students achieving the highest grade point average at the end of the first year of full-time academic work.

The following students received awards at SUNY Canton’s Honors Convocation Celebration. The annual event is designed to recognize the students who earned the highest GPA in their major and class year.

• John F. Yunger of Hilton, a crime analysis major

• Bryon D. Streb of Rochester (14624), a homeland security major.

Meghan Shepanski of Spencerport, was one of 49 SUNY Cortland students honored during the university’s 39th Annual Student Leadership Banquet for the integral leadership roles they have had on campus.

Jax Flugel of Rochester, was one of 45 SUNY Oneonta studentathletes inducted into the Chi Alpha Sigma honor society during a luncheon ceremony on Wednesday, April 3, in the Otsego Grille on campus.

Flugel is studying business administration and is part of the class of 2024.

The following students were named to the winter 2024 dean’s list at Elmira College.

From Rochester:

•Ashraf Bonseu

•Karim Bonseu

•Amanda Ellie

•Taylor Jung

•Isabella Reuter

•Sherilianis Sanchez

•Jared Smith

Alexis Mae Gardner of Rochester, is a candidate for a BBA Marketing degree at the University of Georgia Class of 2024 commencement.

The State University of New York at Potsdam recognized the Class of 2024 at the College’s 204th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 18. Local graduates include:

•Leah Grego of Brockport, graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in biochemistry

• Carter Shults of Rochester, graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree in theatre.

Jessica DiLucia of Hamlin, graduated with a bachelor of fine arts in studio art at Bob Jones University, Greenville, South Carolina on Friday, May 3.

The following students were named to the winter 2024 dean’s list at Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, New Hampshire.

•Jonathan Dam of Churchville

•Adam Zurick of Hilton

•Westley Grant of North Chili.