GreeceNewsNY.com December 2015

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From the office of The Supervisor, Bill Reilich November has flown by, and December is right around the corner. With the holidays just around the corner, I would like to wish everyone a very safe and happy holiday season.

Residents can expect to have a new place to ice skate come winter time.

Thanks to a grant provided by Assemblyman Peter Lawrence, the Town is able to continue to offer new amenities and activities. An ice skating rink will be placed on top of the pickleball courts conveniently located right on Town Hall Campus. Also included in the funding will be lights for night skating and a booth structure as well. The new electronic sign in front of Town Hall was also included as a part of this grant. It is designed to better alert residents of upcoming town events and activities, especially those without regular access to a computer. This allows us to promote Town events to even more residents, and has already been responsible for increased attendance at events. As always, if I can be of assistance to you in any town related matters, please do not hesitate to contact my office directly at 225-2000.

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Stick to your regular routine. If its not the actual day of the holiday make it a commitment to keep consistency with your eating schedule, sleeping patterns and workouts. Don’t allow a few holidays to derail days and weeks of your progress.

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Take time out from TV, Social Media and mobile busyness to make time for holiday peparations.

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Set goals and keep a journal. Set realistic goals of how many times you will go to the gym each week, how many walks you will take and journal your success and struggles. Also make a food journal each day to stay more aware of what your eating.

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Latta Long Liquor is located at 3177 Latta Road, in the Wegmans Plaza, Greece. New owners Gary Miller and Jim Sweeney purchased the wine and spirits store in 2014.

Under the new ownership, the store recently remodeled, rearranged and updated with a new look, including new paint and carpeting.

Latta Long Liquor offers a full and expanding line of wines and spirits, domestic and imported. They have over 150 different New York State Wines in stock. For Holiday giving, they have a nice selection of Gift Sets available.

Customer Service is the key to the success of Latta Long Liquor. The current seven member staff has over 100 years combined experience in the retail Wine and Spirit Industry. Store manager Tom Weinstein has managed this store since it opened in 1989. “I’ve worked here 26 years through three different owners. I really like the job because it is different everyday. I enjoy the regular customers, talking to, and helping all the customers with selection, hearing how they like the products and which ones are favorites. I keep

The Latta Long Liquor staff, from left to right, Marie, Bob, Terry, Store Manager Tom, and John. Missing from photo are Patty and Dan.

up with the trends in the business through talking with the supplier’s representatives, customers and through trade magazines,” Tom says.

Another great way to get customer feedback and to keep up with the latest products in the industry is through the hosting of Wine Tastings. Wine Tastings are held every Saturday from 4-7PM at Latta Long Liquor. Tom says, “For each of our Wine Tastings, one of our product suppliers sends a representative to introduce new products, provide samples of current products and to get customer feedback about the wines tasted. The atmosphere is very casual. I help out with the customers choices, answer questions and learn about the products.”

With their convenient location and parking, knowledgeable staff, extensive inventory and ever expanding product offerings, Latta Long Liquor makes wine and spirit purchasing a pleasant experience. They will also fill special order requests.

Latta Long Liquor is open Monday thru Thursday 9AM9PM; Friday and Saturday 8AM-9PM; Sunday Noon-7PM. Call 585-227-9463 for more information.

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The 2016 Greece Proposed Budget No tax increase for residents

Greece Supervisor, Bill Reilich released his proposed 2016 budget for the town which holds the line on property taxes, reduces spending for the second straight year, and utilizes no reserve funds.

“Two years ago, I set the goal of eliminating the use of reserve funds to balance the budget,” said Supervisor Reilich.

“The budget that I inherited in 2014 used over $5,100,000 of reserves. I knew this practice was not sustainable and that the town’s reserve funds would have been exhausted within three years.” Reilich added, “I am pleased to say that my goal has been met; working with my department heads and the employees throughout Town Hall the 2016 budget does not propose to use any reserve funds.”

The proposed 2016 budget reduces appropriations by more than a half million dollars over last year’s budget.

“We’ve continued to press for greater efficiencies in the town’s operations, and I’m pleased to say that we’ve made further progress in that regard,” said Reilich. The 2014 tax rate was $6.3434 per thousand and the proposed 2016 budget tax rate will be $6.3392, actually a very slight decrease.

Some of the key components of the proposed 2016 budget include: •The elimination of 29 vacant positions, most part time and seasonal. This brings the total reduction in positions to 46 over the past two years.

•The tax levy remains below the state tax cap, ensuring that residents will receive their state rebate checks.

•Maintains all current programs and services.

•Allows for the construction of a new police headquarters at the Town Hall Campus.

•Includes the acquisition of all street lights within the town from RG&E which will generate significant future savings to the town.

•Allows for the construction of a new lodge at Braddock Bay Park.

Our 2016 proposed budget will show that we are spending only what the town takes in. While we successfully reduced the size of our overall budget, we have still have

made the addition of quality of life amenities a priority.

In 2015 we saw the completion of the Town Hall Pavilion, this has attracted thousands of residents and was used to host our Summer Concert Series, Senior Lunch Events, National Night Out and 4th of July Festivities as well. We were pleased to also open our 6-court pickle ball area. This amenity has been utilized for recreational and league play as well. This winter plans are underway to have community ice skating at the site of the pickle ball courts. Likely one of our most frequented additions has been the Spray Park.

It is the largest in Western New York and we will continue to look for ways to enlarge it and add additional amenities for those visiting. We also installed a handicapped accessible boat launch at Braddock Bay Marina – this amenity saw a lot of use this past boating season and we are certain that with the changes and improvements for navigation that will be happening at the marina it will be in even more demand.

Reilich added, “My first two budgets have gone a long way towards ensuring our town’s long-term financial stability. We’ve continued to pursue savings by refinancing older bond issues to take advantage of the current low market rates. Our last reissue will save more than $300,000 in interest payments over the life of the bonds.” Reilich continued, “We’ve been able to limit our increases in Health Insurance costs by negotiating greater contributions from our employees.”

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Operation Warm - Coats for Students More than 275 Greece students received free winter coats in special ceremonies at school-based coat distribution events held during the last two weeks of October 2015.

Area students won’t be without warm coats this winter thanks to the generosity of Greece Central School District employees and the Greece Community.

Members of the Greece Teachers Association (GTA) Social Justice Committee partnered with the Ridge Road Fire District and raised more than $9,000 to purchase 300 coats for Greece elementary school children in need.

Students receive a coat, a hat and gloves free of charge.

Students also toured a Ridge Road District firetruck on site

A bit of humor was used in helping Quanari with her selection.

for the each of the ceremonies.

Each student who received a coat was assisted in their coat selection by a “helper.” Helpers were volunteers from the School, Greece School District Administration and Firefighters from the Ridge Road Fire District.

Coat distribution ceremonies were held at West Ridge Elementary School, Buckman Heights Elementary School, Longridge Elementary School and Holmes Road Elementary School.

The Greece program is part of a national initiative called Operation Warm, which has given new winter coats to more than 1.7 million children throughout the country.

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Operation Warm - Coats for Students

Tiras was really happy with his new gear!

Continued from page 18

On the Cover - (Top) Student helper Laurel Heiden, Community Relations Manager at Greece Central School District and Jorja who was very happy with her new coat, hat and gloves.

(Bottom) Caleb showing off his new gear, he was assisted in his selection by a RRFD volunteer.

Photos by Tom Parsons

RRFD Captain Rodd Riesenberger assists Josslyn with her selection.

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Small Business Saturday November 28, 2015

by Barbara Burke

A Day to Show Support for Local Business The first Small Business Saturday was held on November 27, 2010. The original idea came from the American Express Company and was designed as a day to encouraged people across the country to support and celebrate their small, local community businesses. In 2011 the day became official and from Washington D.C. to Washington State, governors, mayors, senators and President Obama all have voiced support for Small Business Saturday.

On the U.S. Small Business Administration website a message from President Barack Obama states the importance of small businesses to our communities. It reads in part, “Small businesses are the cornerstones of our communities. From shops and restaurants that showcase the talents of entrepreneurs to innovative companies that bolster local economies, small businesses define our neighborhoods and towns. The energy, ingenuity, and perseverance of their owners and staff help lay the foundation for continued growth and prosperity, forging a brighter tomorrow for all.”

Over the years the idea grew and so did the participation by small businesses and community members who supported their neighborhood mom and pop shops and restaurants, keeping their money local and fueling the neighborhood’s economy. In 2014 over 88 million people showed up across the nation to shop on Small Business Saturday, and now it is officially recognized as a holiday shopping tradition with the declaration “Shop Small.”

Information is available for businesses that want to participate in Small Business Saturday on both the American Express

Owner of Interior Expressions by Design, Barb Miller (left) helps a customer with her selection.

Small business owner Lisa Bowles (center) of The Overtime Grill poses with customers Mac and Steve. The Overtime Grill has two locations in Greece, 4670 Dewey Avenue and 610 North Greece Road.

website www.americanexpress.com and the U.S. Small Business Administration website www.sba.gov. Both websites offer advice, marketing materials, tips for marketing your business for the holidays, social media promotions for Facebook and Twitter, and ways to maximize the return on hosting of holiday events at your business.

Local, small business owner Barb Miller of Interior Expressions by Design located at 1100 Long Pond Road in Greece takes her participation in Small Business Saturday one step further and gives back to the community and the people who support her business on Small Business Saturday. Barb has been participating in Small Business Saturday since it began in 2010, and each year she has donated a portion of the proceeds of her sales on Small Business Saturday to a local community organization. This year Barb has chosen the Greece American Legion Post 468 on Dorsey Road, Wounded Warrior Benefit as the recipient of her donation. Each year The American Legion Post 468 holds a Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert and Ride. Barb read about the benefit in a story by Tami Raco printed in the October 2015 issue of GreeceNewsNY.com entitled “4th Annual Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert.” The article is available for viewing on www.GreeceNewsNY.com.

Always a strong advocate for Veterans, Barb’s husband Jim Miller is a Vietnam Veteran, and many of her family members are veterans. She says they know how important it is that we take better care of our returning veterans. “We don’t do enough for our veterans. I want to support the Wounded Warriors in our Greece community with this donation. I think it is important that everyone give back to their community, in whatever way they can,” Barb says. About the opportunity that Small Business Saturday gives her to give back Barb says, “I think it is a great way to make people aware of just how much their support means to small business and how very important it is to keep the money local and working in our communities. All of the people that work in, and own small businesses work very hard to be there in the communities and to stay vital for the people who live there. Support from our local people is what keeps us going, we truly appreciate their business.”

Photos by Tom Parsons

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Notice to Hunters in Braddock Bay

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Construction is set to begin this winter on the $9.5 million Braddock Bay Wetland Restoration Project. The project, which is funded through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, will restore and protect regionally significant wetland habitat while improving boater access to Lake Ontario.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has asked the Town of Greece to help inform hunters and the general public of some temporary restrictions which must be honored in the interest of safety. Due to construction activity and the presence of construction workers in Braddock Bay, hunting will be temporarily prohibited in certain areas beginning January 1, 2016. The restrictions will mainly affect waterfowl hunters in the late waterfowl hunting seasons this winter, and for portions of the fall 2016 waterfowl hunting season.

This work is critical to protect and restore the integrity of Braddock Bay wetlands and the habitat that they provide for fish and wildlife. If you have any questions please send them to Braddock.Bay@usace.army.mil. For more information on this project please visit:www.lrb.usace.army. mil/Missions/CivilWorks/DistrictProjects/BraddockBay. aspx.

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Safety Tips for Hiking in Greece Parks There are 15 parks in the Town of Greece with miles of hiking trails to enjoy year round. For more information on parks in the Town of Greece visit www.greeceny.gov.

Here is a list of hiking safety tips prepared by the Town of Greece Chamber of Commerce and the Greece Police Department.

•Tell someone where you are going. Before you leave, let someone know where you are going and when you are planning on returning.

•Go with a buddy. Enjoy your hike and park experience with a friend if possible. Two or more hikers/park goers can assist each other in the event of accident or injury, and one can always seek help.

•Take what you need. Carry personal identification and bring your fully charged cell phone. If you use a medication frequently, take it and the instructions for use with you.

•The day is your friend. It’s better to avoid dusk and darkness.

•Leave valuables at home. Don’t make yourself an obvious target. If you must leave valuables in your vehicle while you are enjoying your picnic lunch or using the trails, hide them

well before you arrive at the parking area; auto burglaries are all too common.

•Own the trail. Project alertness, confidence, and determination. Your shoulders are back, you are aware of your surroundings, and you have somewhere to go.

•Use all your senses. Listen for suspicious noises. Don’t wear headphones; they impair your ability to hear someone approaching you from behind. If you sense that an area may be unsafe for you, leave.

•Be easy to find. Use marked, authorized trails only.

•Call for help. If you need assistance or encounter someone else needing assistance, call 911.

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Our Town in World War II Exhibit Now through December 13, 2015. What was it like to be on the USS Nevada during the bombing of Pearl Harbor?

Why did Greece residents collect 200 bags of milkweed?

Why was scrap paper collected? The Our Town in World War II Exhibit tells the story of how Greece residents helped win the war in the military and on the home front.

On Sunday, December, 13, 2015 from 1:30pm to 4:00pm there will be a Holiday Open House and Reception at the Museum. Meet the volunteers and board members, enjoy some refreshments and view the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our Town in World War IIâ&#x20AC;? Exhibit. This is the last day to view this exhibit.

Greece Historical Society Museum, 595 Long Pond Road, Greece.

For more information visit www.greecehistoricalsociety. net.

Personal photos of Greece residents sporting the World War II era fashions of the day. Photo by Tom Parsons

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Visitors receiving a first hand account of the WWII experience.

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The history of WWII is there for everyone to learn about the past. Photo by Bill Sauers

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Rotarians Honored Two very special Greece Rotarians were recently honored

in recognition of their continuous and substantial gifts to the Rotary Foundation. The prestigious District 7120 Major Donor Award was presented to David Nagel and Barbara Spencer. They are only the second recipients of this award in the Greece Rotary Club history. Shown at the presentation ceremony are Spencer and Nagel (center) and award presenters (left) Jeff Krans, District Foundation Chairman and (far right) Bill Gormont, District Governor.

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Bernard’s Grove Restaurant

by Tami Raco Four words encapsulate Bernard’s Grove Restaurant “Fine Food ~ Impeccable Service.”

Bernard’s Grove is located in Greece at 187 Long Pond Road and has been owned and operated by Tom and Shannon Bernard for the past 20 years. Both Tom and Shannon have worked in the restaurant industry since they were teens. When they first married they opened their first establishment, Casey Jones, which is still located on Ridgeway Avenue. After moving out of state and then relocating back to the area, they then began Bernard’s Grove in Greece.

Their longtime, renowned chef is Chef Robby Herzog who prides himself on cooking all the meals from scratch. This includes everything from homemade soups, full of quality ingredients, all the way to the delicious desserts and sorbets. All the produce used in Chef Herzog’s meals is grown by, and purchased from, local farmers and growers. Fresh seafood is delivered regularly, and every steak is hand cut.

Bernard’s Grove’s menu is full of traditional favorites as well as seasonal dishes. Some recent Fall Menu Feature Offerings include Pan Seared Diver Sea Scallops with sweet pea and applewood smoked bacon risotto, wilted spinach, lemon thyme aioli and chili oil and Pan Roasted 8oz. New Zealand Venison Loin with parsnip and potato puree, haricot verts and caramelized onion with Merlot pan sauce, and Dundee Oktoberfest Braised 18oz. Pork Shank with Yukon Gold whipped potato, steamed broccolini, and apple-

wood smoked bacon gremolata.

During the warmer months the summer dishes are light and full of flavor using all varieties of local summer produce and fruits. Warm weather dining is offered on the terrace overlooking the lush grounds full of beautiful gardens.

Recently, Bernard’s Grove was voted “Best Garden” by the Greece Garden Club.

In addition to the excellent dining environment, Bernard’s Grove offers packages for Holiday parties and corporate gatherings. They are currently accepting reservations for holiday events.

The next time you are looking for downtown dining at affordable prices and a comfortable setting be sure to visit Bernard’s Grove. You will understand why each year they are nominated “Best Small Business” in Greece.

The hours for lunch are Tuesday through Friday 11:30am2:30pm. Dinner hours are Monday-Thursday 4:30pm9:00pm; Friday and Saturday 4:30pm-10:00pm. Call for reservations at 585-227-6405. Visit them on the web at www.bernardsgrovehouse.com.

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BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza -1/2 sheet $19.99 Boxed Breakfast Meal - $5.49 pp Big Breakfast Buffet- $7.99 pp LUNCH Old Fashioned Deli Tray $4.99 pp Classic Sub Tray $35.99 Homestyle Wrap Tray $42.99 Joe’s Favorite Homestyle Country Sandwich Tray $47.99 HOMESTYLE SOUPS ½ pan $35 Full pan$60 APPETizERS $19.99 Fresh Cut Cheese & Meat Tray, Fresh Cut Veggie Tray & Dip Swedish Meatballs, Artichoke Dip Shrimp Cocktail Dip, Buffalo Chicken Dip, Clams Casino Casserole All served w/Chips or Crackers CENTER OF THE PLATE ½ Pan $35 serves 10-12 Full Pan $60 serves 20-24 Homestyle Italian Meatballs Italian Sausage w/pep & onions Oven Roasted Bone in Chicken Italian Marinated Chicken Breast Homestyle Roast Beef Au Jus Homestyle Pulled Pork Hand Carved Turkey & Gravy Hand Carved Virginia Baked Ham Homestyle Baked Ziti

HOT & COLD SiDES ½ Pan $25 serves 10-12 Full Pan $40 serves 20-24 Garlic Smashed Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Roasted Sweet Potatoes Homestyle Stuffing, Broccoli A’ioli, Scalloped Potatoes Roasted Caramelized Carrots Italian Roasted Vegetable Medley Macaroni Salad, Cole Slaw, Red Skin Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Garden Salad, Caesar Salad, Baked Beans PREMiUM DiSHES ½ Pan $45 serves 10-12 Full Pan $80 serves 20-24 Artichoke French, Shrimp Cocktail Greens & Beans over Penne Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese Homestyle Traditional Lasagna Veggie Lasagna (cheese sauce) Cauliflower Lasagna, Chicken Marsala, Parmesan, French English Cut Prime Rib of Beef Market price SPECiALTY PACKAGES CLASSiC PiCNiC BUFFET $9.99pp NORTH GREECE PLATE $8.59pp CLASSiC BUFFET #1 $9.99 pp CLASSiC BUFFET #2 $14.99 pp PREMiUM BUFFET $18.99 pp

Delivery & Set Up available, full service available, menus above are suggestions.

We will gladly create a menu to your needs, prices subject to change.

Thank you for choosing Joe’s Homestyle Eatery

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Dining Out

Greece Happenings • “Traveling Cabaret Christmas Show” at the Community and Senior Center The Town of Greece will be offering a “Traveling Cabaret Christmas Show” on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 from 12:30-1:30pm. The Cabaret will be delighting with song, dance and comedy. The award winning Cabaret has performed throughout the Rochester area as far back as 1990. This program costs $3.00 per person and is appropriate for all ages. For more information call 723-2425 or visit www.greeceny.gov/CSC

Mon-Sat 11am-2am; Sun Noon-2am

•“Schools Out” at the Community and Senior Center The Town of Greece will be offering a “Schools Out” Day on Friday, December 4, 2015 from 11:00am-2:30pm at the Greece CSC, 3 Vince Tofany Blvd. This program is for children school ages K-8 and will feature jewelry making, open gym for basketball, organized games, simple crafts, and variation sports. For more information call 723-2425 or visit us at www.greeceny.gov/csc.

Jim’s Ground Round

•”Greece Historical Society & Museum Holiday Open House and Reception” Join The Greece Historical Society & Museum on Sunday, December 13, 2015 from 1:30pm to 4:00pm for their Holiday Open House. Meet the GHS volunteers and board members, enjoy some refreshments and view the “Our Town in World War II” Exhibit. This is the last day to view this exhibit. Greece Historical Society Museum, 595 Long Pond Road, Greece. For more information visit www. greecehistoricalsociety.net.

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•“Christmas Party” at the Community and Senior Center The Town of Greece will be offering a “Christmas Party” Wednesday, December 16, 2015 from 10:45am-2:30pm at the Greece CSC, 3 Vince Tofany Blvd. Enjoy delicious food, great music by the Johnny Matt Band and good times. The cost of this party is $7.00 per person. Purchase your tickets now through Monday, December 7, 2015. For more information call 723-2425 or visit www.greeceny.gov/csc.

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