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American Sewing Guild holding annual sale April 5
The Rochester Chapter of the American Sewing Guild will be hosting its 2025 ASG All Things Sewing Sale on Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at the First Baptist Church of Rochester, 175 Allens Creek Road. This annual event features fabrics, notions, gadgets, patterns, books, and sewing machines for sale at fantastic prices. The sale is open to the public. Come find a deal for your next project, or add to your stash of sewing goodies. This year, Diamond Edge Sharpening Services will be on premises to sharpen scissors while attendees shop. A drawing will also be held for a free one-year membership to ASG!
ASG will not be accepting donations of any sewing related items the day of the sale. Those with items to donate are asked contact the following ven-
dors to arrange a drop-off:
•Crafting for Good, 4390 Buffalo Road, North Chili, 585-616-3427
•Sew Green, 438 West Main Street, Rochester, 585-328-2642
•Craft Bits and Pieces, 104 Fairport Village Landing, Fairport, 585-3776460.
The mission of the American Sewing Guild is to advance sewing as an art and life skill. The organization is dedicated to people who believe sewing is a rewarding and creative activity. The Rochester Chapter was organized in 1991 and currently has 116 members. New members are welcome and membership is $60 per year. For more information, visit https://asgrochester-ny.org/. Provided information
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Profiles in policing: On the day shift with Officer Elliott Cave
An occasional series focusing on the officers of the Brockport Police Department, their jobs, their stories, and their thoughts on policing.
by Margay Blackman, Brockport Village Mayor
A few summers ago, Officer Elliott Cave rang my front doorbell bearing a large orange-striped cat. “This your cat?” he asked, gesturing to the middle of Park Avenue, where he had scooped up the cat, which had been sunning itself on the warm asphalt. “Belongs to the next-door neighbor.” I pointed to their house, and he and the cat headed in that direction. Officer Cave, aka “Caveman” to his BPD colleagues, didn’t remember the incident when I reminded him of it, but he smiled and responded, “I’m a cat guy.” He is also a “law and order guy,” as he noted when we met for a recent ride-along.
Officer Cave and Officer Lucas Vandervort work the day shift – second platoon – 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. I had done ride-alongs with the third platoon officers (2 to 10 p.m.) whom I featured in earlier articles, and my introduction to the work of the BPD, when I became mayor 12 years ago, was a series of night ride-alongs (first platoon – 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.). The day shift was new territory.
February 12, 9:15 a.m.: Officer Cave picked me up at home and we headed to Oliver Middle School, the one public school that lies within Village limits. Officer Cave tries to pop in every day, and also chats with the crossing guard. Steve Mesiti, a retired Lieutenant from the BPD, now works at the Middle School as one of several peer support people hired by the school system. All are retired law enforcement, but none are police uniformed, which sends an entirely different and positive vibe. We walked the hallways, upstairs and down, peeking into the vice principal’s office and chatting with Steve on the way out.
Earlier that morning, before I joined him, Officer Cave had responded to a welfare call from Walgreens. A shirtless, homeless man was sleeping outside the store, wrapped in a blanket. When Officer Cave arrived at the scene, the man had already left. Brockport’s homeless are known to the police, who will assess their need for medical attention and whether they are having a mental health crisis. The officers provide information about the local warming center (First Baptist Church), local food pantries, and services offered by the Monroe County Department of Human Services.
Daily house checks (a service BPD offers to Village of Brockport residents out of town for a period of time) are part of the day shift’s assignments. The day shift is currently checking five houses on the village’s east side. The afternoon shift does the west side. Officers look for signs of burglary and other crimes, suspicious vehicles and activity, or natural disasters (such as a tree falling and damaging a home) and report to the homeowner while they are out of town.
Officer Cave has worked all shifts but likes the day shift best. The village is alive during the day. Even though the working public is
at work, businesses and schools are open, and the kids are in school. People stop by the police office, the chief is at his desk, and the day shift meshes nicely with off-duty life.
Officer Cave tries to drive each street of the village at least twice on his shift, varying the route each time. As we toured the village, a Tesla with an expired inspection caught Officer Cave’s attention. Inspection stickers have a border color indicating their inspection year (2025 stickers are blue). The Tesla had a red sticker, the 2024 color. It had expired at the end of July. The driver argued that she was originally from California, and though she is now a New York resident, she does not agree with the NYS inspection law and doesn’t intend to get the car inspected. Officer Cave could have had the car towed, but instead gave the driver a traffic ticket and recommended that she get the car inspected and bring proof of inspection to her court date.
A bit later, we pulled up to the electronic speed sign on East Avenue at the village line, where the speed changes from 40 to 30.
“I’m big on traffic,” Officer Cave said, parking by the sign. “Tickets get attention and deter individuals from driving recklessly.”
Sure enough, a few moments later, lights flashing, we chased a car a short distance on East Avenue. The driver was headed to Strong West Hospital, doing 45mph in a 30 zone. He got a warning.
On a two-hour ride along, there are opportunities to discuss many topics related to Brockport, village government, and police work. We discussed the delivery trucks that frequently park for extended periods, without using flashers, outside the diner, blocking the view of the stoplight at Erie and Main. We talked about safety issues with the Park Avenue railroad crossing and the importance of police being able to lawfully identify individuals suspected of a crime or offense. We also discussed Officer Cave’s earlier work with US Customs and Border Protection.
Before joining the BPD in 2014, Officer Cave worked for US Customs and Border Protection for over two-and-a-half years, first in Arizona and then in the north, in Massena, NY (St. Lawrence County). The agency, known as CBP, is a federal law enforcement agency under the US Department of Homeland Security, charged with securing our land and sea borders and ports of entry. Preventing terrorism, illegal entry, human smuggling, narcotics trafficking, and other contraband is a large part of its mission, but it also protects agricultural and economic interests from harmful pests and diseases. Its jurisdiction lies within 100 miles of the border. People today may be more familiar with the activities of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), whose jurisdiction extends throughout the United States. In January, the NYS Attorney General’s Office issued guidelines for local law enforcement in relation to immigration violations: Being
in the US illegally, Attorney Letitia James noted, is not in and of itself a crime and is not probable cause for detention or arrest by local police. Only federal law enforcement agencies charged with enforcing federal immigration laws, such as CBP and ICE, have the lawful authority to detain or arrest individuals for violating civil immigration laws. In NYS, a local or state law enforcement agency can hold someone as an illegal immigrant only if there is a judicial criminal warrant (signed by a federal judge or magistrate) for their arrest. “We don’t enforce immigration laws, but we will execute judicial warrants,” Officer Cave explained.
My curiosity lay with the skills Officer Cave acquired from his work with Customs and Border Protection and how those impacted his police work in Brockport. He readily itemized them – Spanish language skills, interaction with diverse people, developing interviewing skills, behavior analysis, doing investigations, detecting fraudulent documents and identifications, and knowledge of hard drugs.
Officer Cave graduated from SUNY Brockport with an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice. He later completed his Master’s Degree following his employment as a Brockport Police Officer. Brockport must have seemed pretty tame after working the borders. Still, when I asked him about policing in a small community, his views were very similar to those of his colleagues I’d previously interviewed.
“A unique aspect about working here is that in one moment you’re writing a parking ticket, and then next there’s the murder of a Lowe’s employee. Early in my shift, I might help someone dig their car out of the snow, and the next thing, I’m on a felony. You get to do a little bit of everything, start to finish. In a small community, you know people and their date of birth; you know villagers by name.”
One ride-along grew into two when I realized I had more questions. We set off on the very cold, very snowy morning of Presidents’ Day, February 17, skidding around a corner on Brook Terrace en route to the intersection of Redman Road and New Campus Drive at the entrance to SUNY Brockport. University police were present, investigating a two-car accident. Although this intersection is in the Town of Sweden at one of the entrances to SUNY Brockport, we came to deliver mutual aid, assisting in a call with significant hazards. Officer Cave slipped on a bright neon yellow vest, exited the car, and directed traffic in the snowstorm around the accident as we awaited the tow truck.
Officer Cave is the accreditation manager in the police department, having learned from Lt. Mesiti, who gave him the job of digitizing the department’s hard copy records into an electronic file maintenance system when he was on workman’s comp following an injury in 2015.
The NYS Law Enforcement Accreditation
Program is a voluntary program in which agencies can participate. It has over 100 standards involving administration, training, and operations. In 2004, BPD attained initial accreditation under Chief Daniel Varrenti and has since been reaccredited every five years, most recently in December 2024.
Accreditation wasn’t something that initially interested Officer Cave, but he proved very effective in preparing the BPD for this periodic recertification. Recalling Middle States Academic accreditation from my years as a SUNY Brockport professor, accreditation can seem pretty mundane and ho-hum. In actuality, it’s a guarantee of adhering to professional standards and being accountable to the public. Subsequently, in 2022, Officer Cave became an Accreditation Assessor for other departments (outside his county, as required by law). An Assessor contracts with the State and is not paid by the Village. He reeled off the departments he has assessed: Seneca Falls, Tonawanda, Hamburg, SUNY Canton, Lockport, Gloversville, Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, and Crawford. All the police departments in Monroe County are accredited, and Monroe County is the only county in NYS that holds that distinction.
2024 marked Officer Cave’s tenth year with the Brockport Police Department. In the coming years, his accreditation list will grow, and you’ll find him teaching the occasional criminal justice course at SUNY Brockport. But there’s more. His future policing wish list includes being a primary Field Training Officer (FTO) for new hires, designing a “Citizen’s Police Academy” to teach residents and those interested in a job in law enforcement about BPD operations, and taking training related to technology advancements in Law Enforcement, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can help in investigations and operations.
Officer Elliott Cave. Provided photo.
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Union Meadows Apartments – Union Square Blvd. Churchville-Riga Area ANG Market – 7127 Buffalo Rd. Babe’s Salon – 7 Fitch St. Churchville Greene – Greenway Blvd.
– 2 East Buffalo St. Ehr-Dale Heights – 1 William James Dr. Town & Country Trailer Park – 5839 Chili Ave.
Area 7 Eleven – 161 South Union St. Abe’s Restaurant – 5232 Ridge Rd. W.
Big M Market – 1520 Spencerport Rd.
Byrne Dairy – 2295 Spencerport Rd.
DJ’s Pizza – 2139 North Union St.
Hunt Real Estate – 85 South Union St.
Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W.
Liberty Hollow – 4975 Ridge Rd. W.
NAPA – 380 South Union St.
Ogden Gardens, 20 Kingsford Lane
Ogden Senior Center – 200 South Union St.
Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd.
Slayton Place – 26 Slayton Ave.
Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St.
Spencerport Village Office – 27 West Ave.
Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave.
Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave.
Valero Gas Station – 2371 Spencerport Rd.
Walgreens – 2841 Nichols St.
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7 Eleven – 8400 Buffalo Rd.
Bergen Meadows – 6619 N. Lake Rd.
C Store – 8073 Clinton St. Rd. (Route 33)
Hidden Meadows – Hidden Meadows Dr.
Ralph & Rosie’s Deli – 19 N. Lake Rd.
Rose Garden Bowl – 21 Buffalo Rd.
Brockport-Clarkson Area
Crosby’s – 8389 West Ridge Rd.
Seymour Library – 161 East Ave.
Wellington Woods – 702 Wellington Woods Dr. S.
Brockport-Sweden Area
Byrne Dairy – 5550 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.
Brockport Diner – 11 Erie St.
Crosby’s – 4614 Lake Rd.
Kwik Fill – 82 Main St.
Lift Bridge Book Shop – 45 Main St.
Mobil On the Run Gas Station – 4118 Lake Rd.
Royal Gardens Apartments – 100 Royal Gardens Way
The Landing – 90 West Ave. Hamlin Area
Bradford Manor Apartments – 161 Victor Lane
Brightly’s Farm Market – 525 Drake Rd.
Crosby’s – 1449 Lake Rd.
Hamlin Library – 1680 Lake Rd.
Hamlin Terrace Apartments – 150 Hamlin Terrace
Hamlin Town Hall – 1658 Lake Rd.
Krony’s Pizza – 500 Hamlin Clarkson TL Rd.
Nina’s Golden Scissors – 1765 Lake Rd.
Pettinari’s – 918 Roosevelt Hwy.
Tops Market – 1800 Lake Rd.
Holley-Clarendon Area
Akley Apartments – 17179 4th Section Rd.
Crosby’s – 4541 Holley-Byron Rd.
Holley-Murray Area
Crosby’s – 35 State St.
Hickory Ridge Campground – 15853 Lynch Rd.
Holley Grove Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.
Holley Pharmacy – 3 Geddes St.
Crosby’s – 16672 State Route 31
Juxtapose Depot – 3570 Fancher Rd.
Murray Superette – 16573 Ridge Rd.
Woodside Court Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.
Parma Hilton Historical Society upcoming programs
Parma Hilton Historical Society (PHHS) offers monthly presentations and guest speakers covering a range of topics related to local history or of general interest. These meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Ingham Room at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street. They are free and open to the public.
On March 10, Rick Huff will give a presentation on “The War of 1812 and Parma Happenings.” Parma was a small pioneer settlement when the War of 1812 began. Huff will discuss how the war impacted this small community.
On April 14, Erica Wanecski will lead a presentation on “State Run Poor Houses in the Rochester Area.” Before the welfare system, poor people had little choice except to go to
a poor house. These places were less than ideal places to stay as Wanecski will explain.
Mark your calendars for the Parma Hilton Historical Society Annual Members Banquet, which is scheduled for Monday, May 12, at the Hilton Firemen’s Exempt Hall. While additional details are forthcoming, the guest speaker will be Derrick Pratt, director of the Erie Canal Museum. His presentation, “The Erie Canal Museum: Basics of the Erie Canal,” will help get us ready to celebrate the waterway’s bicentennial. Pratt will include stories of the canal in Rochester and the surrounding area and how it impacted population growth.
For more information on the PHHS and its programs, visit https://www. parmahiltonhistoricalsociety.com. Provided information
Monroe County
Agricultural
District No. 5 under review
Monroe County’s Agricultural District No. 5 is currently under review, as is required every eight years. As part of this process, property owners have the opportunity to add their land to or remove their land from the District.
Monroe County’s District No. 5 encompasses approximately 96,475 acres in portions of the Towns of Chili, Clarkson, Gates, Greece, Hamlin, Ogden, Parma, Riga, Sweden, and Wheatland and the Villages of Churchville, Hilton, and Spencerport.
A map of the District is on file and open to public inspection in the office of the Clerk of the Monroe County Legislature and online at the Monroe County Planning Division website: www.monroecounty.gov/farmland.
Property owners have the opportunity to request viable agricultural land be added to an established statecertified agricultural district during a 30-day period annually. The Monroe County Legislature is accepting comments about the District and requests for modification to the District for 30 days, from March 1, 2025 through March 30, 2025. Forms are available at www.monroecounty.gov/farmland.
Any proposed modifications to the District must be submitted in writing to the Clerk of the Monroe County Legislature within this 30-day period for public review. Submit requests to: Clerk of the Legislature, County Office Building, Room 407, 39 West Main Street, Rochester, NY 14614;
or email the form to: dgrant@monroecounty.gov.
After March 30, all requests to modify the District and a report on the District will be referred to the Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board. The Board then has 30 days to submit a report to the County Legislature that discusses local land use practices in the Districts; proposed modifications to the Districts; and a recommendation to continue and modify or terminate the Districts.
The Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board will hold a Public Information Meeting regarding the District Review at the Town of Ogden Community Center, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, on Tuesday, March 11, at 7 p.m. There will be a Public Hearing on this matter at a meeting of the Planning and Economic Development Committee before the County Legislature takes action on the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board’s proposal. The Public Hearing Notice will be published in local newspapers, posted on the county website, and sent to affected municipalities and landowners.
Contact Bob King, Monroe Community College, Agricultural and Life Sciences Institute at 585-292-2065 or rking@monroecc.edu with questions and comments or for more information.
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Cello and piano magic at Nazareth
University
Nazareth University’s ‘24/’25 Changemakers Series concludes with “An Evening with Annie Jacobs-Perkins and Katelyn Vahala.”
This captivating duo combines the lyrical mastery of the cello with the expressive power of the piano, creating a mesmerizing performance that transcends genres and resonates deeply with audiences. The pair take the Beston Hall stage in the Glazer Music Performance Center, 4245 East Avenue, at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 13.
This concert will showcase the talents of these two world-class musicians in a captivating program featuring timeless classical works and the debut of a new, modern composition written specifically for the artist. In addition to Cello Sonata No. 2 in D major by Felix Mendelssohn and Cello Sonata by Claude Debussy, the program will include the World Premiere of Sonata for Cello and Piano, “The Fool,” by Octavio Vazquez commis-
sioned by prominent Rochester cellist and educator Kathleen Murphy Kemp for her former student, Annie JacobsPerkins, with additional support from Betsy Rice and Margaret Lindsay. Vazquez is an Associate Professor and Director of the Music Composition Undergraduate Program at Nazareth University’s School of Music. Reserved seated tickets to “An Evening with Annie Jacobs-Perkins and Katelyn Vahala” are $20 to $40 and are available online at naz.edu/ artscenter/tickets or through the box office at 585-389-2180 or boxoffice@ naz.edu. Nazareth students are admitted free of charge.
The performance is presented in cooperation with Nazareth University’s School of Music where the duo will be in residence before the concert. More information about Nazareth University’s Arts Center and its programs can be found at artscenter. naz.edu.
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Udemy online
learning platform now available throughout Monroe County Library System
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Director of Monroe County Library System Emily Clasper recently announced that Udemy, an online learning platform with more than 250,000 courses and 73 million students, is now available to all Monroe County Library System (MCLS) users. The Udemy launch is the first piece of a new $3.1 million digital equity initiative, made possible through Monroe County’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding.
Udemy provides a wide range of courses on a variety of topics including: business, technology, health, and even cake decorating. These self-directed learning resources are available both in-library and by remote access, at no cost to library card holders. Using this self-directed learning resource allows users to learn and master new skills, helping them hone their hobbies, fix things around their homes, or make them more competitive in the job market.
“The self-directed learning opportunities available through Udemy allow students to learn at their own pace and at times that are convenient for them,” said Jen Byrnes, who leads the digital equity initiative for MCLS.
With the initial support of ARPA funds, the Library System also instituted a mi-fi program. Mi-fi units are the most popular items that are checked out of libraries, with 5,256 check-outs of mi-fis in 2024. There has often been a waiting list for the units, but with the additional mi-fis provided by the grant, the wait time for a mi-fi will be cut in half.
“We are building digital equity throughout our community. Whether its helping people access highspeed affordable internet, helping residents become better acquainted with technology, or by providing access to innovative platforms like Udemy, our goal
is to ensure everyone in our community has access to the resources and opportunities that will help them grow and thrive,” said Monroe County Executive Adam J. Bello.
Udemy, along with the expansion of mi-fis, are part of the Monroe County Library System’s Wired for Opportunity initiative. Funded with $3.1 million in American Rescue Plan Act Funds, Wired for Opportunity, seeks to eliminate the digital divide and ensure Monroe County residents can utilize and benefit from new and emerging digital opportunities
“As a young man, I spent countless hours in the Sully Branch of the Monroe County Library—reading, learning, and growing my appetite for knowledge, and with the addition of Udemy, library patrons can take their learning to even greater heights,” said Congressman Joe Morelle.
In the coming months, Wired for Opportunity will continue to expand services, including the installation of solar tables that provide 24/7 internet access and device charging capabilities, the development of computer classes, and the opportunity for students to receive free laptops upon completing a series of classes.
“Wired for Opportunity is another example of how the Monroe County Library System provides our citizens with an array of valuable resources beyond books,” said Emily Clasper, Director of the Monroe County Library System. “We will be rolling out new initiatives and programs for our residents in the coming months, and we are grateful to County Executive Adam Bello and our entire federal delegation, Congressman Morelle, Senator Schumer, and Senator Gillibrand, for making this possible.”
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2025 BOCES 2 CTE SkillsUSA Craft and Vendor Show Fundraiser March 22
The 2025 BOCES 2 CTE Craft and Vendor Show Fundraiser will be held Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at WEMOCO CTE Center, 3589 Big Ridge Road, Spencerport. The show raises funds for high school students competing in their career field of choice at SkillsUSA on the local, state and national levels.
Attendees will be able to shop more than 100 booths featuring handmade creations from talented local craftspeople and popular vendors. CTE student talent and knowledge will be on display throughout with student-made items for sale and student demos from many of the 27 BOCES 2 CTE offerings, including Culinary Arts, Baking, Carpentry, Heavy Equipment and more. Free child care will be provided by Child and Family Development students so parents can shop.
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Specializing in safe, skilled heavy rigging and the taking down of large standing and structurally compromised trees. Property Restoration. Lot Clearing.
The BOCES 2 Teachers Association is sponsoring fundraiser raffles, including prizes and gift certificates. Stop by for a chance to win prizes while supporting students.
There is still time for crafters and vendors to sign up to participate. Registration details, including an application and payment instructions, are available at https://www.monroe2boces.org/ supportSkillsUSA. Applications and payment are due no later than March 16, 2025.
Those with questions may contact BOCES 2 CTE SkillsUSA Lead Advisor Jennifer Probst at jprobst@ monroe2boces.org, call the WEMOCO CTE Center Main Office at 585-352-2759, or visit https://www. monroe2boces.org/CraftandVendorShow.aspx. Provided information
SUNY Brockport lecturer recognized for advancing student-driven community journalism
Kim Young, lecturer in the Department of Journalism, Broadcasting and Public Relations at SUNY Brockport, is one of 63 champions chosen by the Center for Community News (CCN) across 25 different states for their work growing university-led reporting.
As part of Young’s Community Journalism course, students at SUNY Brockport cover the communities of Brockport, Clarkson, and Sweden. Their work is often featured in Canalside Chronicles and sometimes the SUNY Institute for Local News website.
“Student reporting has emerged as one critical solution to the crisis facing local news,” said CCN Director Richard Watts. “The people running these news-academic partnerships are leading the next generation of courageous journalists, storytellers, and civic leaders. We are honored to help amplify their work.”
Greece Kiwanis holding Meat Raffle
The Kiwanis Club of Greece is holding a Meat Raffle on Sunday, March 16, at the North Greece Firemen’s Field Pavilion, 3666 Latta Road, Rochester. Doors open at 1 p.m. and the first spin will be at 1:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.).
Pre-sale tickets are $10 and admission includes light snacks, water and coffee. Purchase tickets online at greecenykiwanis.ticketspice.com/meatraffle2025. Bring dollar bills to play each round and a cooler for your winnings. Gift baskets and raffles will also be available. Outside food and drinks are welcomed.
Each CCN Champion receives a $1,000 reward, peer support, and coaching throughout the year. The CCN, housed at the University of Vermont, is working to grow and strengthen university-led reporting programs around the country to create a more sustainable future for local news outlets and the communities they serve.
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Donations Needed
•The Brockport Lions Club is having a “Stuff the Trailer” food drive on Sunday, March 9, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Brockport Area Vets Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Drop off non-perishable food donations. The Lions Club will have chili, hot chocolate, coffee, and live music in the Vets building. All foods and monetary donations will go to the Brockport Food Shelf.
•Donations are needed to help Brockport’s historic Morgan-Manning House recover from the devastating fire it sustained in January. To make a monetary donation, visit https://www.morganmanninghouse.org. Anyone interested in holding a fundraiser is asked to email RebuildMMH@ gmail.com for approval.
Events & Entertainment
•Greece Regional Chamber’s 12th Annual Business, Health & Home Expo will be held Saturday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Mall at Greece Ridge (near the Food Court). Over 40 vendors will be on hand to showcase their products and services related to health, home, and better living. This free event features business promotions, giveaways, free drawings, and activities for kids. Open to the public.
•Free meal at the Gathering Table on Sunday, March 16, noon to 1 p.m., at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, Brockport. Serving ham, cheese potatoes, vegetable, fruit, dessert, and beverage. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy this hot meal.
•Brockport’s 2025 Winter Serenades music series concludes on Sunday, March 16, at 3 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Main and State Streets. The Laura Dubin Trio will perform. Free and open to the public. A “Meet the Artists” reception will be held in the social hall following the concert. A video of the concert will be available at www.stlukesbrockport.org for those unable to attend in person. For more information, call 637-5300 or visit www.brockportny.org.
•Maple Sugaring Weekends at the RMSC’s Cumming Nature Center in Naples will be held March 22, 23, 29, and 30. All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast is served from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Trail Demonstrations are offered from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Get information and reserve tickets at https:// rmsc.org/events/maple-sugaring-weekends/.
•The Spencerport Alumni Association’s 86th Annual Dinner is Friday, June 6, 6 p.m., at Red Fedele’s Brook House, 920 Elmridge Center Drive, Rochester. This year will honor the Class of 1975 for their 50th anniversary, the Class of 1965 for their 60th anniversary, and the Class of 2000 for their 25th anniversary. All Spencerport HS graduates are invited to attend. Reservations must be made by May 20. The dinner costs $35 per person with a cash bar available. Payments may be mailed to: Spencerport Alumni Association, PO Box 218, Spencerport, NY 14559, or by PayPal (Spencerport Alumni Association). List the year of graduation, and female graduates should include their maiden name (if applicable). Email SpencerportAlumni@gmail.com with any questions.
•Free outdoor, cultural, accessible and educational adventures to do near the Erie Canal are offered year round. Several opportunities in Brockport and Ogden. Find out more and make reservations at www.onthecanals.com.
Fundraisers
•Soup-To-Go Sale with car-side service on Wednesday, March 12, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., at Adams Basin United Methodist Church, corner of Canal Road and Washington Street. Varieties are Cheeseburger, Cauliflower Wild Rice (V), and Lentil Sausage. Cost is $7 per pint, $12 per quart, and includes Italian bread. Pre-orders requested by Monday, March 10; call Debbi at 469-2197.
•Holley VFW Post 202 is holding a Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner on March 17 at 8 Veterans Drive, Holley, 585-638-6306. Eat in or takeout; serving 11 a.m. until gone. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children (under 12), and $9 for reubens.
•Beef-on-Weck Dinner at Morton Baptist Church, on Saturday, March 22. Serving from 4 to 6 p.m., take out only. Beef-on-Weck served with German potato salad, applesauce, and cookie for $15. For tickets, call 585-710-2789 by March 14.
•The Kendall Methodist Church, 1814 Kendall Road, Kendall, will have a drive-thru Buffalo Dinner on Saturday, April 5, serving from 4 to 6 p.m.
The cost is $20. Call 281-1514 for reservations.
•Hilton Alumni Association Casino Night is Saturday, April 5, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Hilton Exempts Club, 135 South Avenue, Hilton. Features gaming tables, music by Grove Street Band, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, a $1,000 cash door prize, and a meat raffle donated by Pettinari’s Deli. Advance sale tickets ($40 per person) may be purchased at Foster’s Restaurant, 50 Canning Street,
•The American Legion Auxiliary #379 will serve a Lasagna Dinner on the second Wednesday of the month and a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on the fourth Wednesday of the month to help support the Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Both dinners are from 4 to 6 p.m. and are available for dine in or take out. Cost is $12 per person, $6 for veterans. For reservations, call 585-637-5012. (Dinners may vary.)
Government Meetings
•Brockport: Planning/Zoning Board of Appeals
– March 10, 7 p.m., at 49 State Street.
•Chili: Historic Preservation Board – March 10, 7 p.m.; Architectural Advisory Committee – March 11, 6 p.m.; Planning Board – March 11, 7 p.m.; Town Board – March 12, 7 p.m. (live stream available). All meetings are at the Town Hall Main Meeting Room.
•Churchville: Board of Trustees – March 10, 7 p.m., at 23 East Buffalo Street.
•Clarkson: Town Board – March 11, 6 p.m., at 3710 Lake Road.
•Hamlin: Town Board – March 10, 7 p.m., at the Town Hall.
•Hilton: Zoning Board – March 11, 6:30 p.m., at 59 Henry Street.
•Ogden: Town Board – March 12, 7 p.m.; Planning Board – March 13, 7 p.m., at 269 Ogden Center Road.
•Riga: Town Board – March 11, 7 p.m.
•Sweden: Planning Board – March 10, 7 p.m.; Town Board – March 11, 6 p.m., at 18 State Street.
Health/Help
•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue, is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, and the third Saturday of each month. Grocery bags of food donated to those in need – currently serving over 90 families. Anyone interested in being a Food Cupboard Helper (packing bags, handing out food, etc), making monetary donations, and/or donating peanut butter, cereal, or crackers to this worthy cause, is asked to contact the church at 585-889-9896.
•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester. Call 585423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.
Historical
•The Gates Historical Society’s March program will be held on Monday, March 17, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Town Hall Annex. The program, “Rochester’s Best-Kept Secret: Unveiling The Mighty Wurlitzer,” will be presented by members of the Rochester Theater Organ Society. This program is free and the facility is handicapped accessible.
•Parma Hilton Historical Society (PHHS) offers monthly presentations and guest speakers covering a range of topics related to local history or of general interest. They are held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Ingham Room at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, and are free and open to the public. On March 10, Rick Huff will speak about “The War of 1812 and Parma Happenings.”
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.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preschool storytime with Mrs. Carlson is Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Join to read, talk, sing and play with friends. Fiber Friends program is Monday, March 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. It is open to anyone with an interest in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving or felting. Bring your own projects or help others. Register for programs online through the library calendar at https://calendar.libraryweb.org/calendar/Hamlin. For information, call 964-2320 or visit the library’s website or Facebook page.
•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. Preschool Storytime with Ms. Jenna at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday in March. Children aged 3 to 5 with a caregiver are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun. For more information, call 2932009, 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: Book Group: Cradles of the Reich – March 11 at 2 p.m.; Alzheimer’s Association Presents: Healthy Aging – March 12 at 11 a.m.; Talk: Women’s History in Rochester – March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Call 585-6176181 to register. Find Kids and Teen events at ogdenfarmerslibrary.org.
•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): St. Patrick’s Day Crafts – Wednesday, March 12, 2 to 4 p.m., for all ages. Make shamrock and pot of gold crafts in preparation for St. Patrick’s Day. Tax Season 101 – Monday, March 17, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., registration appreciated. A representative with the IRS will instruct how taxpayers can obtain IRS assistance, prepare for filing season, choose a tax preparer, determine eligibility for refundable tax credits, and protect from tax-related identity theft. Book Earrings – Wednesday, March 19, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Instruction and material provided to create a pair of book cover earrings. Please register and include a first and backup choice book cover you would like for your earrings. Lego Club – Thursday, March 20, 5:30 to 7 p.m., for all ages. Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body – Friday, March 21, 2 to 3 p.m., sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association of Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Learn about the latest research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into building a plan for healthy aging. Lion and Lamb Crafts – Saturday, March 22, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for all ages. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.
•The Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, runs programs for patrons of all ages. For the complete schedule and additional information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org or call 637-1050. Some programs require advance registration.
Meetings
•The Chili Lions Club meets Tuesday, March 11, 6:30 p.m., at the Moose Club, 5709 Chili Riga Center Road (at the corner of Betteridge Road). Text President Joe Korn at 469-1426 to find out how to get involved.
•Kendall Fire District Commissioner meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., at the Kendall Fire Hall, 1879 Kendall Road.
•Hilton-Parma Fire District meets March 12, 7:30 p.m., at the Hilton-Parma Fire Department, 120 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton. Open to the public. •Country Neighbors Quilt Guild meets the second Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road North, Hamlin. For information, call 585-964-2081.
Professional
•The Small Business Development Center is hosting “Fund Your Business Future: The Ultimate Financial Matchmaking Event” on Thursday, March 20, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the SUNY Brockport Downtown REOC Building, MPR Room, 161 Chestnut Street, Rochester. Features a panel and discussion on lending and grant opportunities, funding focus circles, lending pairings, and small business growth strategies. RSVP to attend at tinyurl.com/SBDC-VJF. For information, call 585395-8410 or visit www.sbdcbrockport.org.
School Boards
•The Spencerport Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, March 11, at 7 p.m. for a Study Session. Check the district website for details.
•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, March 11, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A. Regular board meeting (Budget Part 3) at 7 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room.
Seniors
•Turning 65 or already Medicare-eligible? Attend Medicare 101, a free education session to learn about: eligibility requirements of Medicare; Medicare Parts A, B, C and D; original Medicare costs and benefits; and prescription drug programs, Medigap and Medicare Advantage. Held Wednesday, March 19, 6:30 p.m., at Sweden Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Road, Brockport. RSVP to theresas@maustandleone.com or call/text 585-5076316. For accommodations of persons with special needs at meetings, call 585-507-6316 or TTY 711. Attendees are under no obligation to enroll in a plan. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Theresa Seil is a Licensed Insurance Agent affiliated with Maust & Leone.
•“How Do You Know That Senior Living Might Be Right for You?” offered on Thursday, March 13, from 2 to 3 p.m. at The Addison of Park Crescent, 1000 Providence Circle, Rochester. Join residents and team members for a conversation on the realities and misconceptions of senior living. Learn about available options, signs to watch for, and tools and resources to help you navigate the decision. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to 585865-0680.
Volunteer Opportunities
•Monroe County’s “Pick Up the Parks” clean-up initiative takes place on April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers can sign up to help clean any one of Monroe County’s 22 parks. This is a rain or shine event unless extreme weather is in the forecast. To register a group, go to monroecounty.gov/ parks-pickuptheparks. Registration forms must be submitted by email to mcparks@monroecounty. gov by March 28.
•The Brockport Food Shelf is in need of volunteers, especially for the days they have to unload deliveries. The application to volunteer can be found at https://www.brockportfoodshelf.org/volunteer/.
death notices
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•Baun, Paula A. Bruno, age 63, died February 25, 2025. She is survived by her children, Richard (Safina) Karns II, Frank (Susan) Karns, Samuel Karns, Nicholas (Mary) Baun, Melissa Baun, and Samantha Baun; her grandchildren, Richard III, Mason, Douglas and Thomas Karns, Briana and Brett Jepson, Brandie Watson, Jordon and Jolene Karns, Matthew, Mason, Connor and Elizabeth Baun; her father, John (Kathy) Bruno; her brothers, John Jr., Anthony, Joseph and Samuel (Maria) Bruno; her sisters, Connie (Jeff) Jeffery, Joanne Yacono, and Maryanne (Mike) Rushlow; her five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Paula was predeceased by her husband, David C. Baun; her mother, Barbara Bruno (Woods); her brother, Frank Bruno; her niece, Erica Rushlow; and her brother-in-law, Joe Yacono. Paula worked most of her adult life for the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). She belonged to the Hilton Lions Club. In her spare time she enjoyed doing crafts and taking care of her plants.
Funeral Services and Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to the Lions Club of Hilton New York, 72 Cambridge Road, Hilton, NY 14468 in Paula’s memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.
•Bechtold, Madeline Anne, died March 1, 2025, at age 82. She is survived by her loving children: Cynthia (Gary) Delay, Richard (Julie) Bechtold Jr., Christopher (Anastasia) Bechtold, Jennifer (Andrew) Stewart, Timothy (Nicole) Bechtold, Melissa (Paul) McManus, and Daniel (Tiffany) Bechtold; her 29 grandchildren and 32 great-grands; her siblings; her many nieces and nephews; and many cherished extended family members. Predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Richard Alan Bechtold. Madeline was known for her gift of hospitality and cozy, welcoming home. Long time Sunday School teacher at First Bible Baptist Church in Greece, mother of seven children and foster parent, her home was open to many in need.
A private Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the family at Parma Union Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
•Lissow, Patricia A. “Patti,” died February 28, 2025 at age 81. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Dorothea Scheuch. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Charlie; her children, Mike (Mary), Brian (Karla), and Amy Lissow; her grandchildren, Jake (Dena) Lissow, Rachel Lissow, Ali Pfaltzgraf, Ben (Julianne), Emma, Matt, and Sarah Lissow; her four great-grandchildren; her brother, Bob (Doris) Scheuch; her sisters-in-law, Pat Boyd and Alice Lissow; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Patti was also predeceased by her brothers-in-law, Thomas Lissow, David Lissow, Larry Boyd, and John Fitzner. She actively served in the Hilton Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for over 59 years and was awarded a “Citation for Outstanding Service to her Community” from the New York State Assembly. She went back to work for several years as a lunch monitor for the Hilton Central School District. In her leisure, she loved playing golf and traveling.
Family and friends are invited to call Friday, March 14 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Patti’s Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, March 15 at 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 North Greece Road, Rochester. Interment will take place in Parma Union Cemetery in the spring. Donations can be made to Journey Home, 994 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626 or Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, 2652 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626 in Patti’s memory.
Gary M. Forberg
United States Veteran Gary Merle Forberg, age 84, passed February 24, 2025 in Deland, FL. Born in Hamilton, OH to the late Merle and Phyllis Forberg and raised in Medina, NY, Gary graduated from Medina HS, SUNY Alfred and previously lived in Hilton, NY before moving to Florida. Gary was with the US Army, serving at Ft. Knox, KY, Ft. Still, OK, Ft. Lewis, WA and Korea, with the 20th Artillery, 1 Calvary Division, where he served with many honors. Following his military duty, Gary had over 20 years in the automobile business including GM at Durfee Chevrolet and later owning Forberg Buick in Brockport, NY. He became a licensed Realtor when moving to Daytona Beach in 1984 which later included property management. Gary was a member of many local clubs including KWVA, Eagles and Kiwanis clubs in the area.
Gary was predeceased by his loving wife, Marian. Survived by his first wife, Anne Forberg; son and daughter, Jeffrey Forberg (Laura Williams) of Hilton, NY, and Kimberly Newkirk (Steve Seijas) of Deland, FL; step-daughter, Dawn Marie (Kevin) Juneau of Holly Hill, FL; step-son, James Ohls (Linda) of Hamlin, NY; grandchildren, William and Alexandra Forberg of Pavilion, NY, Nichole Marie Ellis (Luis Martinez), of Deltona, FL; cherished friend, Sally Boomer; and many cousins and dear friends.
Condolences are welcome and may be shared with the family at www.BaldwinCremation.com. There will be a Celebration of Life at Baldwin Brother Cremation Society, Port Orange, on April 16, 2025 (time TBA) with Interment at Greenwood Cemetery, 320 White Street, Daytona Beach following.
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•Kraatz, Larry A., age 71, died unexpectedly March 2, 2025. He was born March 30, 1953, in Medina to the late Arthur and Doris (Duchow) Kraatz. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Clay Kraatz. Larry is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 40 years, Janine; daughters Taramarie Kraatz, Katie (Kyle) Kraatz-Fox, Felicia (Kyle) Kraatz-Lemcke; grandchildren, Brielle and Brayden; sister Melane (John) Shuttleworth; brother-in-law, James Gunn; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. He was affectionately known to many as “Lar Bear”, especially close friends and family. Larry worked for Bausch and Lomb as a maintenance electrician for many years. He enjoyed going to his cottage, watching Western and World War II movies, being a softball coach, and was a member of the Sacred Heart Club in Medina. He loved tinkering on classic cars and had a Ford Model A he spent countless time on. Larry’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 16650 State Route 31, Holley, Tuesday, March 25 from 1 to 2 p.m., where his Memorial Service will follow at 2 p.m. Contributions in his memory can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692. To share a special memory of Larry, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
•Pera, John, age 71, died February 27, 2025. He was born February 20, 1954, in Brockport to John Pera and Dorothy Swanson. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by his loving wife Cindy in 2022; sisters Cheryl Listorti, Robin Pera; and niece Kate Webster. John is survived by his sons Thomas John (Dawn) Pera, John Anthony (Monica) Pera; mother Dorothy Barringer; grandchildren Johnny, Logan, Brianna, Wren, Nathan; two great grandchildren; sisters Marlene (Roy) Kenyon, Pamela Pera; many nieces, nephews, cousins, numerous friends including Craig Lackner and John Gurnett. John was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the Navy from 1973 to 1977. He was a member of American Legion Jewell Buckman Post 529 and VFW Post 202 in Holley, serving as Post Commander for Post 529. John worked as an electrician for Eastman Kodak Company for over 30 years. He coached youth hockey with the Tri-County Golden Eagles and was Scout Master with Troop 94 in Kendall. He was an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast.
John’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s RC Church, 9 South Main Street, Holley, on Monday, March 10 at 10 a.m. John’s family will be present the same day at the Holley VFW, 8 Veterans Drive, Holley, starting at 3 p.m. to continue the Celebration of his Life. Interment with Military Honors will be held privately at Western New York National Cemetery in Corfu. Contributions in John’s memory can be made to his family. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley.To share a special memory of John, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
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Rosemary (Surash) Mawn
KENDALL – Known to many as Rose or Rosie, she is survived by her devoted husband of 37 years, Daniel; her beloved children, Heather, Danny, and Emily; and her three cherished grandsons, Mason, Zayden, and Liam. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Mt. Carmel House for the compassionate care they provided her. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rose’s memory may be made to Mt. Carmel House in Hilton. We love you, Mom. Thank you for everything. You will be missed every day. Further details can be found at rochestercremation.com.
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•Greeno, Lawrence John, died February 26, 2025. Larry is survived by his wife, Joan Greeno; children, Nathan (Deb) Greeno, Julia (Scott) Sittig, Peter (Andrea) Greeno, and Kristin (Aaron) Mercer; grandchildren, Caitlin (Aaron) Hoebeke, Hayden (Mercedes) Hoebeke, Josiah (Skylar) Greeno, Jacob (Lauren) Greeno, Kaela Sittig, Jared (Naomi) Sittig, Keeton (Megan) Sittig, Landon Sittig, Gavin Sittig, Adara Mercer, Nolan Mercer, Lincoln Mercer, and Aidan Greeno; ten great grandchildren; sister, Carol (Gene) Krause; sisters-in-law, Joan (wife of Gary) Greeno, Faith Schermerhorn, Caroline Fuller, Pearl (Chris) Taylor, and Nancy Kindred; brother-inlaw, Douglas (Julie) Ball, and twenty-two nieces and nephews. Larry was was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Lilian Greeno; siblings, George (Shirley) Greeno, Nora (“Bud”) Green, and Gary Greeno; in-laws, Stanley and Reva Ball; brothers-in-law, James Bruce, Bernie Schermerhorn, Gilford Fuller, Joe McNeil, and John Kindred. As a teen, Larry earned his private pilot’s license, launching a lifelong passion for flying. He served in the Air Force, graduated from Roberts Wesleyan University and then attended seminary at Southern Nazarene in Oklahoma. His heart for service led him to work for the Free Methodist Foundation and then Roberts Wesleyan University, where he served as Vice President for Planned Giving. In this role, Larry was instrumental in building relationships and helping to advance the mission of the university, always with a sense of purpose and devotion to the institution and its community. He was a passionate member of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), spending countless hours immersed in the world of aviation, whether building model airplanes, attending airshows, building his RV-6A aircraft, or simply enjoying the freedom of the skies. A Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held March 15, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Pearce Memorial Church, North Chili. Private interment. Donations in his memory can be made to Experimental Aircraft Association: Chapter 44, https://chapters.eaa. org/eaa44 or Mission Aviation Fellowship https://maf.org. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
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•McManis, Thomas “Tom” Patrick, age 82, died February 25, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 60 years and best friend, Sylvia Evelyn Freer; his daughters, Karen (Chris Peace) and Deborah (Paul Sedita); granddaughters, Erin Sedita, Olivia Sedita (Will Ronchetti), Victoria Peace and Gwendolyn Peace; his siblings, Gary McManis (Marcy) and Patricia Feola (John); and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents George L. and Margaret A. McManis. A graduate of SUNY Brockport, he was a high school math teacher at Gates Chili Schools for 38 years. His love of the game of baseball was a lifelong source of joy. From his Little League days to a 30-year coaching career, Tom shared this passion with his friends, family and a wide network of former Gates Chili Spartan players.
His Funeral Mass was held March 3 at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, Spencerport. Donations can be made to Challenger Miracle Field, rochestermiraclefield. org. Challenger Miracle Field is a one-of-a-kind environment for the 150,000 individuals who live with disabilities in and around the Rochester area. Tom was proud of his nephew, Jack Feola’s participation in this special program. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
•Secor, Richard “Dick,” died February 24, 2025, at age 89. He was born May 21, 1935, in Ridgway, PA, the son of the late Mrs. Elsie Zurfluh (Carlson) and Kenneth P. Secor. Richard was predeceased by his parents; stepfather, Arnold Zurfluh; his wife, Therese Schlimm Secor; daughter, Nancy C. Ridge; brothers, Jerome S. Secor and Kenneth R. Secor. He is survived by his children, Douglas Secor, Donald J. Secor, Sally (Tom) O’Brien, Rich (Lisa) Secor, David Secor, Scott Secor; grandchildren, Kurt, Brittany, TJ, Adam, Leah, Sarah, Zackary, Rylee; and three great-grandchildren. In his youth he enjoyed hunting and target shooting. Dick worked in various machine shops in Elk County, PA until relocating to Monroe County in 1977. He worked at Eastman Kodak Company for 25 years before retiring in 2005. In retirement, he enjoyed taking care of his dog, Misty, taking videos at family events, and eating ice cream.
A private Memorial Service was held. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
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Friends of Hamlin Beach State Park launch website
In 2024, The Friends of Hamlin Beach State Park were awarded a NYS Park and Trail Partnership Grant. This PTNY grant allowed the FOHBSP to build their capacity and provide a means to aid in the outreach to the community. The grant funding supported the development of a new website, https://friendsofhbsp.org, to provide the public with information about all the wonderful contributions of the Friends to enhance the park and its programs.
campground. The Friends also were able to support park programming for the centennial year, with tree and wildflower plantings, a sandcastle event, a concert and cornhole event, teddy bear picnic, and more.
Visit https://friendsofhbsp.org to learn about the Friends of Hamlin Beach State Park and ways you can make a difference in our local state park.
The grant, along with the donations from area businesses, helped FOHBSP build and start a very successful recycling program in the
The 2024 Park and Trail Partnership Grants were administered by Parks & Trails New York, in partnership with the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Provided information and photo
Legal Notice
Town of Parma
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS OF THE TOWN OF PARMA ON WEDNESDAY, March 19, 2025 @ 7:00 PM IN THE PARMA TOWN HALL, 1300 HILTON PARMA CORNERS ROAD, HILTON, NEW YORK TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:
1. KEVIN HAUDE 165 CURTIS ROAD
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance asking for relief from Town Zoning Ordinance Article XV Subsection 165-32, (E) (1) (Schedule 1). As well as Article X Subsection 165-82 (C) (3) for the proposed creation of a new lot, allowing the existing barn to remain without a primary structure with a front set back of 22.2 feet and a west side set back of 16.5 feet as well as being in the front yard. The applicant would like a future house to have a 60-foot front set back. The lot with the existing house has a lot width of 200 feet and a depth of 200 feet, and a 13.2 foot front set back from the right of way. Town Code requires a front setback to be 75 feet, a side set back of 25 feet, all accessory structures to be in the rear yard with an existing primary structure, and a lot width of 260 feet and depth to be 300 feet. The property is zoned Rural Residential (RR).
1028 PECK ROAD
2. MICHAEL FORD
The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-31 (E) (1) (schedule 1) and Article X, Subsection 165-82, (C), (2) to construct an accessory structure on the northeast corner of the lot with a 10-foot rear set back and a wall height of 14 feet. Town Code requires a 25-foot rear set back and a wall height not to exceed 12 feet. This property is zoned Agricultural Conservation (AC).
All persons will be heard at this time. Interested parties may obtain further information by calling 392-9449 or by inspecting the project file in the Parma Town Hall during normal business hours. Parma Zoning Board of Appeals
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LegaL NoticeS
Village of Hilton
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
PROPOSED CHAPTER 275: ZONING CODE & OFFICIAL ZONING MAP UPDATE
Please take notice that the Hilton Village Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, Hilton New York to hear the purpose of reviewing Local Law #1, 2025 for the proposed Zoning Code Update:
WHEREAS, the Village of Hilton Village Board of Trustees (hereinafter referred to as “Village Board”) is considering the adoption of the above-referenced Chapter 275: Zoning Code & Official Zoning Map Update (hereinafter referred to as “Action”); and
Legal Notice
Village of Spencerport
Election Day: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Pursuant to Section 15-104, Subsections 3(b) and 4 of the Election Law, notice of the following is hereby given:
The place of holding the General Village election in the Village of Spencerport, County of Monroe, State of New York shall be at the Spencerport Fire House, Station #1, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport, NY
The hours of opening and closing of the polls shall be the hours from 12:00 Noon until 9:00 P.M. on the 18th day of March 2025
Notice
Village of
Dated: March 2, 2025 Legal Notice
WHEREAS, the proposed Action will be forwarded to the Monroe County Department of Planning for review and recommendation as required under New York State Municipal Law, Article 12-B, Sections 239-l, m and n; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of the aforesaid proposed local law be laid upon the desks of each member of the Village Board; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Village Board offers a resolution in support to schedule a Village Board public hearing for the adoption of the amended Chapter 275 Zoning Code and Official Zoning Map to be held on Monday,
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VILLAGE MAYOR – 4 YEAR TERM (vote for one)
Gary Penders, 84 Highview Drive; Spencerport, NY
VILLAGE TRUSTEE – 4 YEAR TERM (vote for two)
Raymond C. Kuntz, Jr., 47 Coolidge Avenue, Spencerport, NY
Charles R. Hopson, 132 Maplewood Avenue, Spencerport, NY
This notice shall be published at least (10) days prior to the General Village Election and a copy thereof shall be posted in six (6) conspicuous places in the Village and at the official polling place at least one (1) day before election.
Jacqueline Sullivan Village Clerk
Please take notice that the Hilton Village Board will be holding two special meetings for the purpose of reviewing the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. The meeting dates are March 20th at 5:00 pm, and March 24th at 5:00 pm at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street.
Village of Hilton Shari Pearce
Village Manager/Clerk
The Addams Family hits the Churchville-Chili CSD stage
Churchville-Chili Senior High School will perform the musical, The Addams Family School Edition, this spring. Performances are at 7 p.m. on March 27, 28 and 29, and at 2 p.m. on March 30 at the Churchville-Chili Performing Arts Center.
With more than 80 talented students participating in the cast, crew and pit orchestra and the spectacular scenery, choreography, costumes and professional-quality light and sound production, you won’t want to miss this performance.
The musical is an original “meet the parents” Addams Family story. The story features a grown-up Wednesday Addams who has fallen in love with a “normal” man and brings him home to meet her parents. When Wednesday confides her relationship to Gomez, he must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from Morticia. Watch the drama unfold as the Addams family hosts a dinner for Wednesday’s boyfriend and his parents.
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Tickets are available at www. cccsd.org/FineArts. Presale tickets are available online for $13. Tickets are also available at the Box Office on the day of the show for $15. The CCPAC is located at 5786 Buffalo Road, Churchville. Provided information
Holley MS/HS presents Grease
Holley Middle School/High School (MS/HS) will be presenting “Grease” as its 2024-25 musical production under the direction of teacher and Holley alum Kayla Thrower. The students have been working hard and are looking forward to taking the stage. Performances will be held at the Holley MS/HS Auditorium on Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m., and Friday, March 15, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are available for $7 at the MS/HS main office or online at https:// cur8.com/40356/project/130260 (there is a $1.80 service charge when purchased online). Tickets will also be available for $7 at the door. Poster artwork by HS student Abby Merkley.
Winter Serenades 2025
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Lion Janine Wheeler received the Lions Club of Chili’s Melvin Jones Fellow Award 2025. Wheeler joined the club in 2019 and was elected as a director for the 2019–2020 Lions’ year. She stepped up and took over as secretary after club secretary Pat Bradt unexpectedly passed away. She continued to serve as secretary for three more years, ending June 30, 2023.Wheeler wrote grants for the Wonder Books that the club donated to the Chili Library and for the Build A Bed project. She also chaired the Magic Yarn Project to make wigs for children with cancer and made it a community event. is pictured with committee members, Lions
Lions Club of Chili presents awards and continues tradition of community service
The Lions Club of Chili presented its Robert J. Uplinger Distinguished Service Award to the Loyal Order of the Churchville Moose Lodge. President Licia Dickson Colbert received the award on behalf of the Churchville Moose. They received this recognition for their contributions to the community and support to their fellow Lions in partnering for special Build A Bed project and the use of their club for Lions Club meetings. Churchville Moose President Licia Dickson Colbert and Board Member Carolyn Vanlare, are pictured with the Lions Club’s Uplinger Awards Committee, Lions Janine, Keri, Dorinda, Bonnie, Tom, and Bert. Both organizations look forward to partnering on projects in the future.
Lion Deanna Morgan received the 30 years of service Chevron Award in thanks for her continued service to the community.
Lions Deanna, Bonnie, and Debbie performed vision screenings at Mary Cariola.
Lions made sandwiches for the homeless in the Rochester community. They are planning to do this again during
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At the ribbon cutiing: (l-r) Dave Wiesner, Vice President of Donated Goods Retail, Goodwill of the Finger Lakes; Monroe County Legislator Tom Sinclair; Joshua Greenaker, Project Designer at SWBR; JudieLynn Nassar McAvinney, Goodwill of the Finger Lakes Board of Directors; Jennifer Lake, President & CEO, Goodwill of the Finger Lakes; Deputy Monroe County Executive Jeff McCann; Joe Robach, President, Greece Chamber of Commerce.
Goodwill opens at The Mall at Greece Ridge
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes cut the ribbon on its relocated Greece thrift store at The Mall at Greece Ridge on February 28. The 34,000square-foot store occupies the former RubyGordon retail space at the north entrance of the mall, expanding Goodwill’s inventory and improving convenience for shoppers.
“As we often say, Goodwill is so much more than a store,” Goodwill of the Finger Lakes President & CEO Jennifer Lake said. “When you shop with us, you are not only giving donated items a second life, but also your fellow neighbors through our many community-based services and impact programs. As we open our doors today, we could not be more pleased to be at the Mall at Greece Ridge and provide an expanded inventory of affordable, high-quality secondhand and new goods to shoppers in our community.”
Goodwill leadership, staff, community officials and local dignitaries celebrated the grand opening and welcomed shoppers to peruse the store’s assortment of quality apparel, household items, seasonal merchandise and new goods. Store features include convenient entrances and donation drop-off points, a roll-
newsmakers
Clara Hager of Spencerport, was named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at Champlain College, Burlington, Vermont.
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The following students were named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at The UAlbany:
•Demiana Hoch of Churchville, majoring in political science
•Kehinde Adejumo of Rochester, majoring in English
•Audrey Coons of Rochester, majoring in human biology
•Taiwo Adejumo of Rochester, majoring in mathematics
•Anna Bishop of Hamlin, majoring in interdisciplinary-environmental science
•Kiarra Hollis of Rochester, majoring in human biology
•Ava Enderle of Brockport, majoring in criminal justice
•Shamiyah Johnson of Rochester, majoring in psychology (intended)
•Emma Seils of Spencerport, majoring in criminal justice
•Karli Valdes of Rochester, majoring in biology
•Trevor Pettit of Spencerport, majoring in political science
•Imani Avies of Rochester, majoring in business economics (intended)
•Taylor Potter of Rochester, majoring in human biology
•Xia Hoffmann of Brockport, majoring in political science
•Mikayla Seth of Rochester, majoring in psychology (intended)
•Selki Wilson of Spencerport, majoring in human biology (intended)
•Carter Schum of Spencerport, majoring in political science (intended)
•Erica Coley of Rochester, majoring in psychology (intended)
Brady Quill of Rochester, majoring in business administration (intended)
•Aolani Siaca-Johnson of Rochester, majoring in public health (intended)
•Joseph Monds of Rochester, majoring in
administration (intended)
•Katelyn Bennett of Rochester, majoring in cybersecurity (BS).
ing garage door in the rear of the building for larger donations and home furnishings, and ample parking for customers.
The Dewey Avenue store, which closed for retail on February 25, reopened on Friday, March 7, as a donation center, marking Goodwill’s 13th donation collection site in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region. Dewey Avenue will be accepting donations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Goodwill also operates 12 retail stores and serves more than 20 counties across Upstate and Western New York.
Store hours for Goodwill at The Mall at Greece Ridge are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sundays. Ninety cents of every dollar given to Goodwill through in-store purchases or donations benefits Goodwill’s many community-based services and impact programs that address critical needs within the region, including Goodwill Vision Enterprises, 211/LIFE LINE and 988 and workforce development programs. For more information about Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, visit goodwillfingerlakes.org. Provided information and photo
Ashlin Albro of Rochester, was named to the fall 2024 president’s list at Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, NY. Albro is studying in the individual studies academic program.
Aidan Scahill of Rochester, was named to the fall 2024 president’s list at Mississippi State University, Mississippi.
Sophia Natale of Churchville, was named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina. Natale is majoring in exercise science.
Samuel Lane of Rochester (14626), was named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at Saint Francis University, Loretto, Pennsylvania. Samuel is majoring in business analytics.
William Hagadorn of Rochester, earned a bachelor of science magna cum laude in cybersecurity technology in fall 2024 at the University of Maryland Global Campus, Adelphi, Maryland.
Lily Panning of Brockport, was named to the fall dean’s list at John Carroll University’s College of Arts and Sciences, University Heights, Ohio.
Rylee Billings of Hilton, was named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at The University of Pittsburgh, Bradford, Pennsylvania. She is a sophomore forensic science student.
Marco Pilato of Rochester, was named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at The University of Hartford, West Hartford, Connecticut.
Isabelle A. Cone of Brockport, was named to first honors for the 2024 dean’s list at Clark University, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Anna Conjerti of Hilton, was named to the 2024 fall dean’s list at Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. Anna is a sophomore, animal science, B.S. major.
Tariffs cause concern to NY farmers
The enactment of higher federal tariffs with Canada, Mexico and China is an issue of great concern to the agricultural community in New York. Our farmers are already dealing with razor-thin margins. If these tariffs persist, they may be faced with rising costs of products like potash, a key ingredient in fertilizer, as nearly all of it is imported from Canada. Meanwhile, New York State is number two in the nation for apple production. If Washington State, the number-one producer, cannot export apples, they may sell them in New York at a fraction of the normal cost, which would undercut our farmers’ profit margin even further. These, along with retaliatory tariffs, are just a few examples illustrating the trickle-down effects of higher tariffs. U.S. dairy farmers exported nearly $9 billion globally in 2024, with the largest portion of these exports going to Canada, Mexico and China. While we support fair trade, our goal is always to provide affordable and accessible food for all New Yorkers while protecting our agricultural markets and lowering input costs for our farmers.
David Fisher, President New York Farm Bureau
Genesee Community College awarded NYSERDA Clean Energy Training Grant
The BEST Center at Genesee Community College has been awarded an $88,175 award for clean energy training by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). The Clean Energy Training Program funded by NYSERDA will upskill incumbent workers and train new students seeking entry into the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) field. GCC’s Clean Energy Training Program will train individuals in high efficiency HVAC (including heat pumps) and energy auditing. Program graduates also will be provided an opportunity to obtain their Home Energy Rater (HER) Certification through the industry standard Residential Energy Ser-
vices Network (RESNET) program. The GCC Clean Energy training program is a 10-week training course, with four cohorts over two years. The first classes will begin in Spring 2025 at the college’s Batavia campus.
The NYSERDA Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training program awards activities such as technical training and experiential learning that supports New York State’s path to inclusive clean energy economy. GCC’s training program will contribute to expanding the capacity of skilled talent for Western New York’s energy efficiency and clean energy labor market.
Adele Ferranti, director of Workforce Development and Training, NYSERDA, said,
“Each day more New Yorkers are turning to sustainable building solutions to make their homes more comfortable and improve overall energy efficiency. To meet the growing demand for clean energy technologies, NYSERDA is pleased to support Genessee Community College’s new program at the BEST Center that will ready the workforce with trained professionals to install and service the latest equipment.”
“We are immensely grateful for the generosity of NYSERDA,” said Jennifer Wakefield, executive director of Workforce Development at Genesee Community College. “This training grant will make a significant impact on the lives of incumbent workers, students
entering the field of HVAC and the businesses who support the industry.”
Businesses and individuals looking to take advantage of GCC’s Clean Energy Training are encouraged to act now and contact The BEST Center at bestcenter@genesee.edu or call 585-345-6868.
The BEST Center at GCC is the recognized regional leader in developing the skilled workforce that powers local economic growth. The Center serves individual employees as well as businesses large and small with seminars, workshops, and trainings designed to improve the performance of people and processes. Provided information
Sports & Recreation B-B’s Amesbury breaks single-game scoring record
On February 20, 2025, Janessa Amesbury broke the 38-year-old Byron-Bergen girls basketball singlegame scoring record with 41 points. Amesbury, a senior, has been playing basketball since fifth grade. She also takes part in varsity soccer and softball.
Rangers win sectional title in bowling Spencerport won the Class A Section V Boys Bowling Championship on February 26 and received the traditional fire department escort home. The win punched the team’s ticket to the NYSPHSAA Championships. Photos from @Ranger_Sports on X.
“What she has done this year has been absolutely amazing,” said varsity girls basketball head coach Richard Krzewinski. “She didn’t come up to varsity until halfway through her sophomore year. Last year she averaged 18 points a game. Going into sectionals she is averaging 26 points per game. She is closing in on 1,000 career points. She would be the fifth B-B girls basketball player to hit 1,000, joining her mother Tammy (1984) and sister Julianna (2020).”
“I would like to offer my congratulations to Janessa,” said Athletic Director Rich Hannan. “She loves the game of basketball and plays with reckless abandon. She plays her heart out each night and her passion for the game
standing record like this is quite the accomplishment.”
Of this new record Amesbury said, “I would like to thank my coaches and my mom for pushing me to be the best I can be.”
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Kendall girls basketball player Brooke was recently named Genesee Region Player of the Week. She was recognized for scoring 17 points, nine rebounds, and two steals versus Attica and for scoring seven of the Eagles’ 11 point in the fourth quarter of a game against Byron-Bergen. Photo from @DrieselMark on X.
Janessa Amesbury during a varsity basketball game. Photo provided by Coach Krzewinski.
A sweet thank you for Spencerport FD
BOCES 2 CTE SkillsUSA students expressed gratitude to local firefighters in a sweet way as part of SkillsUSA Week.
In early February, student leaders made a visit to Station One of the Spencerport Fire District on SkillsUSA’s Give Back Day with goodie bags in hand.
The students thoughtfully selected candies for each of the 86 volunteer firefighters.
Each bag included curated candies, individually carrying a message to the firefighters:
•LIFE SAVERS: To remind you of the many times you’ve been one
•Smarties: To give you wisdom for those split-second decisions
•Hershey’s Kisses: To show our love for you
•Gum: To help everyone stick together
•Tootsie Roll: You have to roll with the punches
•Peppermint Patty: Helping you keep your cool
Students got to climb into a firetruck and learn more about firefighting during their visit to Station One.
•Mounds: For the mounds of courage you show •Laffy Taffy: To remind you that laughter is a great stress reliever
The students were greeted by Fire District Commissioner Dave Spencer and Deputy Chief Tom Meier, who planned to distribute the goodie bags to their crew. To return the students’ kind gesture, Spencer and Meier offered the students a tour of the firehouse sharing the history of the building, along with details of the role of a firefighter and their equipment.
While giving thanks, students also found the time to be further inspired by the public service efforts of their community. After being invited to climb into the firetrucks, some students expressed interest in joining the volunteer forces, and Spencer and Maier were welcoming and detailed on how to get involved.
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Deputy Chief Tom Meier and Fire District Commissioner Dave Spencer read the message on the goodie bags.
BROCKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
is accepting applications for the following positions:
NON-TEACHINg
Bus Attendants & Drivers, Cafeteria Monitors, Cleaners, Food Service Helpers, Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Student Behavioral Assistant, Teacher Aides, Security Substitutes and Subs in all other areas.
TEACHINg/CERTIfIED
CurrenT OpeningS:
Computer Science or Technology Teacher, Business Teachers, earth Science Teacher, Special education Teachers (elementary and Secondary), and Contracted Building Substitute Teachers
For all positions, apply on-line at: https://www.applitrack.com/brockport/onlineapp/
LegaL NoticeS Legal Notice Village
The place of holding the General Village Election in the Village of Churchville, County of Monroe and State of New York shall be at the Churchville Village Hall, 23 East Buffalo St, Churchville, NY
The hours of opening and closing the polls shall be from 12:00 noon to 9:00 p.m. in the evening on the 18th day of March 2025.
The offices to be filled and the terms thereof are as follows:
Trustee – for a term of four (4) years
Trustee – for a term of four (4) years
Nominees:
Julie L. Michalko, 22 E Buffalo St, Churchville, New York – Trustee – 4 year
term Scott Cullen, 1 Howard Ave, Churchville, New York – Trustee – 4 year term
Qualified persons wishing to vote in the upcoming Village Election must be registered with the Monroe County Board of Elections at least ten (10) days prior to the Village Election which will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Stacy L. Stanton Clerk/Treasurer
El lugar de celebración de la Elección General de la Aldea en el, Village of Churchville y el Estado de County of Monroe será en el Ayuntamiento de Churchville, New York 23 East Buffalo St, Churchville, NY
El horario de apertura y cierre de las urnas será de 12:00 del mediodía a 9:00 p.m. de la noche del día 18 de marzo de 2025. Los cargos que deben cubrirse y sus términos son los siguientes:
Fideicomisario – por un período de cuatro (4) años
Fideicomisario – por un período de cuatro (4) años
Nominados:
Julie L. Michalko, 22 E Buffalo St, Churchville, Nueva York – Fideicomisario – Mandato de 4 años.
Scott Cullen, 1 Howard Ave, Churchville, Nueva York – Fideicomisario – Mandato de 4 años
Las personas calificadas que deseen votar en la próxima Elección de la Villa deben registrarse en la Junta Electoral del Condado de Monroe al menos diez (10) días antes de la Elección de la Aldea que se llevará a cabo el martes 18 de marzo de 2025.
Stacy L. Stanton Secretario/Tesorero
