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Brockport selected as pilot for Empire State Trail Town Program Parks & Trails New York, the New York State Canal Corporation, and the Village of Brockport are jointly announcing that Brockport has been selected as the pilot community for the new Empire State Trail Town program. The program will help Brockport benefit from its location along the Erie Canalway Trail/Empire State Trail. As part of the program, Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) staff will provide technical assistance and resources to help the community attract and profit from the growing bicycle tourism market, improve the trail and infrastructure for those that walk and bike in the Village, and establish a strong community identity tied to the trail. By promoting and supporting Brockport as a premier destination for cyclists, the program seeks to create long-term economic, health, and quality of life benefits for the entire community and surrounding area. “We are thrilled to be working with the Village of Brockport as the first Empire State Trail Town,” said Robin Dropkin, Executive Director of Parks & Trails New York. “Brockport already has a great reputation and a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts. We look forward to helping the Village build strong partnerships, create safer streets for bicyclists and pedestrians, and improve
Activites like adaptive cycling or kayaking allow people of all abilities to recreate together. Photo by Karen Fien.
connections between the Erie Canalway Trail and Main Street businesses.” PTNY will work with the Village to establish a diverse Trail Town steering committee consisting of representatives from local businesses, organizations, institutions, and community groups. The steering committee will assist PTNY staff with data collection efforts and research to document existing conditions in the Village, and use these findings to create a detailed action plan that includes both short and long-term goals and recommendations. The action plan will help guide planning efforts, and will help foster collaboration between Village stakeholders and the general public on event planning, advocacy, stewardship, and marketing. “Over the past two years, the Empire State Trail has brought bikers, hikers, and walkers and more within a stone’s throw of the very best recreation opportunities that New York has to offer,” said Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton. “This new pilot initiative will usher in a new chapter for the trail and make the Village of Brockport a premier destination for cyclists and tourists alike while bolstering the local economy and quality of life for the community. By continually reinventing the experiences and partnerships along the Canal corridor, we are providing fresh opportunities for New Yorkers to experience every corner of the Empire State.” With the completion of the Empire State Trail in 2020, the Erie Canalway Trail – the east-west leg of the statewide system – is growing in popularity. An economic impact
study completed by PTNY in 2014 showed that the ECT attracts nearly 1.6 million annual visits and generates over $250 million in annual economic impact. Trail use figures from 2021 estimated that the Erie Canalway Trail drew over 3.1 million annual visits, including over 58,000 visits to the trail in Brockport. The popularity of the Erie Canalway Trail is increasing as is, presumably, its economic impact. Communities along the Canalway Trail system, like Brockport, are in the perfect position to build on the national publicity of the Empire State Trail. “Brockport is proud to have been selected as the Pilot Town for the new Empire State Trail Towns program,” said Margaret Blackman, Brockport mayor. “We look forward to discovering new ways to connect our downtown businesses to Empire State trail users and see our already strong connection to the Erie Canal benefit from this collaborative project.” The Empire State Trail Town Program will be modeled after the successful Great Allegheny Passage Trail Town program established by the Progress Fund in 2007. A recent study estimated that tourism along the 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage resulted in over $121 million in economic impact in 2019, including an estimated $19 million in tax revenue. Bicyclists Bring Business Handbook In order to help communities along the corridor benefit from their proximity to the Canalway Trail and take advantage of the economic benefits of bicycle tourism, Parks & Trails New York has also released an updated version of Bicyclists Bring Business: A Handbook for Attracting Bicyclists to New York’s Canal Communities. The new guide provides background data on the economic benefits of bicycle tourism, and walks communities through the strategies that community leaders and business owners can use to attract bike tourists and tap into the bicycle tourism market. The guide presents the essential steps of how Canalway Trail communities can benefit from trail users, including strategies to attract bicycle tourists and provide them with a positive experience. The 40-page guide features data from background research on bicycle tourism and provides numerous examples of successful strategies employed around the country. Provided information
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WEMOCO students recognized at SkillsUSA Regionals
Traditional Corned Beef & CaBBage dinner available all month $14.95 every friday & SaTUrday fiSh fry! Beer Battered or Salt & Vinegar Crusted; served with choice of side and coleslaw
Musical guests: Celtic Cross duo Sat., Mar. 26 7-10pm Mike and Julie Sat., april 2 7-10pm
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We serve lunch and dinner from Mon.-Thurs. 11:30-9pm, Fri. & Sat. 11:3010:00pm, Sun.12-7:30pm. Bar closes at 11pm Mon.-Thurs., 12:30am Fri. & Sat. and Sun. at 8pm (last call is half an hour before closing time)
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WEMOCO students earned many honors at the SkillsUSA NY Area 1 competitions, held at SUNY Alfred on March 8. Ryan Frank, a Holley junior in HVAC/Plumbing, was elected as the Area 1 VP. Several students and teams won first, second, third, and fourth place honors. In the Health Knowledge Ryan Frank (Holley) Bowl competition, first place was awarded to the team of Nurse Assisting and Associated Health Careers seniors Riley Gardner (Brockport), Molly Hong (Gates Chili), Kirsstin Althoff (Holley), and Meranda Lott-Douglass (Greece Olympia). For the Crime Scene Investigation team competition, first place was awarded to the team of Criminal Justice seniors Nicholas Otto (Hilton), Samantha Kulzer (Spencerport), and Sanya Costello (Greece Arcadia). First place in Collision Repair Technology went to Auto Body and Collision Repair Technology senior Jack Swanson (Churchville-Chili). First place in Prepared Speech went to Dental Assisting junior Ryliane Murch (Brockport). Second place in Action Skills was awarded to Medical Laboratory Assisting and Phlebotomy junior Brianna Cullen (Churchville-Chili). Second place honors in Culinary Arts went to Culinary Arts junior Meg Cranmer (Spencerport).
Riley Gardner (Brockport), Molly Hong (Gates Chili), Kirsstin Althoff (Holley), and Meranda Lott-Douglass (Greece Olympia).
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Jack Swanson (Churchville)
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Second place in the Food Preparation Assistant competition went to Food Services senior Jeremy Sovereign (Churchville-Chili). Third place for Auto Body Helper was awarded to Auto Body and Collision Repair Technology senior Xander Barrett (Gates Chili). Third place in the Precision Heavy Equipment competition went to Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance senior Isaac Stroup (Brockport). Students who received fourth place honors: for Advertising Design, Digital and Visual Communication junior Katherine Zerrillo (Churchville-Chili); for Auto Service, Automotive Technology junior Calogero Scott (Wheatland-Chili); for Commercial Baking, Baking junior Gavin Lockridge (Greece Arcadia); and for Restaurant Services, Culinary Arts junior John Farley (Hilton). Provided information and photos
Nicholas Otto (Hilton), Samantha Kulzer (Spencerport), and Sanya Costello (Greece Arcadia).
Spring tours at the historic Durand Eastman Arboretum Master Gardener Volunteers lead hike through Durand Eastman’s Spring Foliage
Mon.-Wed., Fri. 9:00aM-5:30pM; Thurs. 9:00aM-8:00pM; saT. 9:00aM-5:00pM; Closed sundays
The Monroe County Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with the Monroe County Parks, will lead public tours of the historic Durand Eastman Arboretum from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 10, April 24, and May 1. The routes will traverse moderate hills and wooded trails, so attendees should dress accordingly.
Meet at the kiosk, 100 Zoo Road, Rochester. Parking available at the park maintenance center. There is no charge for tours, but donations to support the Extension’s Master Gardener Program will be accepted. Register at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/ main/events_landing.cfm?event=DurandTours2022_226. Provided information and photo
American Sewing Guild hosting sale The Rochester Chapter of the American Sewing Guild will be hosting its 2022 ASG All Things Sewing Sale on Saturday, April 9, 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, and is open to the public. 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 114 members. New members are welcome and membership is $50 per year. Provided information
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Hutton stepping down from Spencerport school board At the March 22 meeting of the Spencerport Board of Education, Board President Kevin Hutton shared a letter announcing his decision to step down from the board effective April 15, 2022, due to his health. “It is with considerable thought and consultation with my family that I have made this decision, and it has weighed heavily on me for quite some time. As many of you may know, my recovery from COVID-19 has been arduous, and while I have been slowly improving, I am experiencing the condition that is widely referred to as long COVID. It has come to a point where the circumstances around my health must take priority and requires my full strength and attention,” Hutton wrote. “Spencerport means the world to me, and I am indebted to this community for the privilege to work alongside the best faculty, administrators, staff, students, and families anywhere. I have loved serving on the school board for the last 10 years and am so proud of the work we have done toward our district’s mission to educate and inspire each student. My hope is that I have made some imprint,
however big or small, in doing what is best for kids.” Mr. Hutton will be working with Superintendent Kristin Swann, board trustees and legal counsel on a process to fill this vacancy. Superintendent Kristin Swann said of the announcement, “I have learned very quickly how much this community means to Kevin (Hutton) and how proud he Kevin Hutton is of the school district. I appreciate how difficult this decision was for him and truly hope he recovers to full strength. His leadership and service will be missed.” Provided information and photo
Hope Church to hold an open house for its newly renovated Brockport campus Hope Church is getting ready to open up a newly renovated Brockport campus at 6601 4th Section Road, just outside the village. Their Spring into Hope Celebration on Saturday, April 2, from noon to 3 p.m. is open to the
community, offering food trucks, music, and activities for families at the Brockport campus. The Brockport campus of Hope Church will offer new resources to the community and will serve as a hub to “share the light of Christ” through its outreach. Members encourage each other and seek to make an impact in their community. “We’re proud of the volunteers at our Brockport campus that have rallied together and are excited to showcase our newly renovated campus with the community. There are spaces for groups to gather, classrooms for school-aged children, and a place to worship with contemporary Christian music. It has been a blessing to work with this amazing team,” said David Hurlbut, Brockport Campus Director. The Spring into Hope Celebration is an opportunity for the community to tour the newly renovated space and to learn more about the Grand Opening on Easter Sunday, April 17, at 9:30 a.m. with a Contemporary worship service. Pre-register for the celebration event on Saturday, April 2, by visiting https://sharethehope.org/landing/brockport/. Provided information and photo
Interactive and accessible concert for individuals and families living with Alzheimer’s Music can provide emotional and behavioral benefits for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, but concerns about constraints at a formal event may prevent caregivers from bringing their loved ones to enjoy the arts. In collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester and Finger Lakes Chapter, the Nazareth College Choirs and Nazareth music therapy program are hosting an accessible and interactive concert where dancing in the aisles and singing along is welcome and encouraged. The “Why We Sing” concert is specifically for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias and their families and caregivers. The free concert will be hosted at Glazer Performance Center on Saturday, April 2, from 1 to 1:45 p.m. To register, call 1-800-272-3900. “Musical memories are often preserved for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias,” said Teresa Galbier, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester and Finger Lakes Chapter. “We are excited to have this opportunity to partner with Nazareth College in this innovative way to unlock those memories and to offer those with Alzheimer’s and those who care about them an afternoon performance with this talented group of musicians.” Nazareth College Choirs will feature the world premiere of the award-winning composer Sarah Quartel’s piece, “Down The Silver Road.” Quartel, a Canadian composer and educator, will be in attendance for the world premiere of her piece. The Nazareth choirs will also perform well-known songs with opportunities for audience members to join the choir and sing along. Nazareth College is working to make the event enjoyable and truly accessible. The Alzheimer’s Association has worked with Nazareth music therapy students and gerontology club students and trained them on how to assist individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Those students will be at the concert to assist anyone who may wish to move about to the music or be escorted to the lobby for a brief break. Visitors can enter the Glazer Music Performance Center from the parking lot without encountering stairs. Prior to and following the concert, there will be a resource fair in the Duda Lobby of the Glazer Music Performance Center. Rochester area agencies and organizations can help connect caregivers with information and resources. During the resource fair, students will aid as ushers and oversee
attendees while caregivers are able to browse the fair. The resource fair is from 12:15 to 1 p.m. and 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. Visitors no longer need to show proof of vaccination or a negative test to attend any events on campus. Masks are still required for all attendees at large, indoor events, and at clinics on campus. Provided information
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•Upcoming American Red Cross blood drives: April 1, 1 to 6 p.m., at the Ogden Community Center, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport; April 4, 1 to 6 p.m., at the Riga Town Hall, 6460 Buffalo Road, Churchville; April 7, noon to 5 p.m., at the Brockport Firemen’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport. Make an appointment by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). All who donate from April 1 through 18 will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. •The HUD New York Regional Office is hosting a virtual webinar using Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, March 29, 2 to 3 p.m., to provide renters, non-profits, and faith-based organizations with information about Public Housing programs and resources. Register at https://bit.ly/3u9UM9a. For information, email Earleene.A.Sealy@hud.gov.
Donations Wanted
•Aurora House Comfort Care Home is holding its Starry Night Crystal Gala on April 29 and is looking for items for a silent auction (gift cards, themed baskets, tickets for a sporting or theater event, etc.). They are also looking for bottles of wine valued at $10 or more for a wine pull. Donations can be dropped off before April 4 at Aurora House, 2495 South Union Street, Spencerport. Contact Jean at 781-0207 with any questions. Tickets for the Gala are on sale now at www.aurorahousewmc. com/starry-night-gala/ or by calling Norma at 520-6780.
Events
•Euchre every Tuesday, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Exempts, 1382 Lake Road North, Hamlin. Keep the same partner all night. Dime bumps. For information, call Tim Markle at 978-1598 or Alice Slate at 478-4721. •The Village of Hilton is sponsoring a Community Recycling Event on Saturday, April 2, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Hilton DPW, 50 Henry Steet. Features unused/expired medication disposal, electronics recycling and document shredding. There will also be a donation drive for the Food Shelf. •The Genesee Society of Model Engineers will be holding the 100th Great Batavia Train Show on Sunday, April 3, at the Richard C. Call Arena on the campus of Genesee Community College in Batavia. Show hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $6 adults, $3 under 18, free for children under 13. Parking is free, and a snack bar will be available. •Walker Fire Department’s Ladies Auxiliary presents their annual Easter Egg Hunt and Lunch with Bunny on Saturday, April 9 from 11 a.m. (sharp) to 1 p.m. at the Walker Fire Department, 1420 Walker Lake Ontario Road, Hilton. Cost is $3 for lunch. Bring one canned good per participant to be donated to Life Solutions. •Fairy Godmothers of Greater Rochester is holding Prom Fair 2022 in April on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Marketplace Mall (use North Entrance, across from Spencer Gifts). Juniors and Seniors enrolled and attending high school can purchase prom attire; dresses $5, accessories $1 each (limit one per type). Bring a valid school ID or letter from guidance counselor on school letterhead. •The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music jointly present a multimedia presentation chronicling the life and work of renowned pianist Awadagin Pratt with Awadagin Pratt: Black in America on April 12 at 7:30 p.m. in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre. Admission is free to the public, but a ticket is required. For information or to reserve a ticket, visit https://my.rpo.org/948/953.
Fundraisers
•Friends of Chili Public Library Book Sale is March 30 through April 3. Preview for members on Wednesday, March 30, 4 to 8 p.m. ($5 membership available at the door). Sale is open to the public Thursday, March 31, 12 to 8 p.m.; Friday, April 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, April 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A $5 Bag Book Sale on Sunday, April 3, 1 to 4 p.m. •Spencerport Volunteer Firemen’s Association is holding a Midday Daily Raffle. Tickets are $20 each and provide three chances to win daily, from April 1 to June 30. All proceeds benefit the department’s antique apparatus preservation as well as retention of its 100% volunteer membership. Email raffle@ spencerportfire.org for information and tickets. •Beef on Weck Dinner, sponsored by the Spencerport Rotary Club, on Sunday, April 3, from noon to 4 p.m. or until sold out. Drive-thru pick up at the Spencerport Firemen’s Field. Cost is $14. Advance tickets are encouraged and are available by calling 489-0333, emailing colleen1031@yahoo.com, or from The Unique Shop, 130 South Union Street, Spencerport. Tickets can also be purchased online with a credit card at https://buytickets.at/spencerportrotaryclub/648865. Partial proceeds from the dinner will be donated to Homestead for Hope. •Buffalo Dinner on Saturday, April 9, 4 to 6 p.m., at Kendall United Methodist Church, 1814 Kendall Road, Kendall. Dinners are $15, drive-thru take out orders only. Call 281-1514 to schedule a pick up time. •The Rochester Chapter of the American Sewing Guild hosts its 2022 ASG All Things Sewing Sale on Saturday, April 9, 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, and is open to the public. •Crafters and vendors wanted for the Harvey C. Noone American Legion Auxiliary, Post #954 second annual Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be both inside and outside spaces. The Sons of the American Legion will be selling hamburgers and hot dogs with chips and a drink. There will be music on the deck of the picnic area. There is plenty of parking, and advertising will be provided. For information, contact Tish Juergens at levans14428@yahoo.com. •The RMSC Council’s annual Beautiful Blooms sale is underway, offering a variety of plants. Orders must be placed by Friday, April 22, and contactless, curbside pick-up will be held on Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the RMSC Eisenhart Auditorium. For information or to place an order, visit https:// rmsc-council-blooms.square.site/.
•Chili: Town Board – Saturday, April 2, at noon. Live stream at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDPIZ4msE6QKH6Cjz1WSGMw/featured. •Churchville: Board of Trustees – March 28, 7 p.m., at the Village Municipal Building, 23 East Buffalo Street. •Hamlin: Conservation Board – March 28, 7 p.m.; Town Board – March 30, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road. •Riga: Conservation Board – March 28, 7 p.m. •Sweden: Planning Board – March 28, 7 p.m., at the Sweden Town Office, 18 State Street, Brockport. •The Town of Chili is holding a drive-thru distribution of COVID Home Self-Test kits on Monday, March 28, 4 to 8 p.m. at the Chili Highway Department, 200 Beaver Road, Churchville. The event is open to Monroe County residents and no pre-registration is required. First come, first served. •Ogden Presbyterian Church Community Clothes Closet, 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport, will be open from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturday of each month. Appointments are not necessary. Open to all. Email ogdenpresbyterian@gmail. com or call 352-6802 with any questions or emergency needs. •The Parkinson’s Foundation is hosting a free webinar, Can We Put the Brakes on PD Progression?, on April 6 at 1 p.m. Learn what the latest research is saying about slowing Parkinson’s progression including the most promising treatment and day-to-day adjustments. Register at https://www.parkinson.org/events/2022/ expert-briefing/Parkinson-s-Progression. •Confidential resources for those struggling with problem gambling and their family members are available at strongerthanyouthinkny.org. Services are offered at no cost.
Historical
•Bergen Historical Society will hold a brief meeting followed by a presentation by Erica Wanecski, “Conquering Polio with a Vaccine,” on Thursday, April 7, 7 p.m., in the Bergen Public Library Conference Room (rear entrance). The facility is handicapped accessible and refreshments will follow the program.
Library Programs
•Programs at the Chili Public Library (registration required only when indicated). Anime Club – Monday, March 28, 7 p.m., for ages 13-18. Maker March: Board Game Development – Tuesday, March 29, 7 p.m., for ages 13-18, registration required. Visit the Spark Lab during open hours: Monday 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thursday 5 to 8:30 p.m. For all ages •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 is on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. at the library for kids to read, dance, sing, and learn together. April’s Book Club book, The Second Mrs. Astor by Shana Abe, is available for pick-up. Adult Book Club meets Wednesday, April 20, at 2 p.m. Craft kits for preschoolers, kids, teens, and adults are available at the beginning of each month. For information, call 964-2320, go to hamlinlibraryny.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page. •Hoag Library in Albion is open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Program offered by Orleans/Niagara BOCES at Hoag Library. Take-And-Make Crafts in the Children’s Library. Meeting rooms are available to the public (reservation form on website). One-On-One Tech Help, Wednesdays by appointment. Storytime in the Children’s Library. Free books for ages 0-5: register your child for the Books from Birth program. TGIF Craft Day, Fridays, 1 p.m., please register. Tea with Dee: Andrew Downie, Circus Pioneer - April 5, Noon. Genealogy in the Stacks, April 4 at 6 p.m. and April 7 at 2 p.m. Kids Bingo, April 13, 1 p.m. Join the Hoag Library Board of Trustees; petitions due by 7 p.m. on April 4. •Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton, is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Teen Tuesday – March 29, 3 p.m., for grades 7-12. Writers’ Room – March 29, 6:30 p.m., for adults who enjoy writing. Sharing is encouraged, but not required. Join when you can. Wednesday Storytime – March 30, 10:30 a.m., for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome. Tech Time: Digital Security and Scams – Wednesday, March 30, 1 p.m. There will be time for Q & A and a handout will be provided. Registration is appreciated. Tween STEAM Club – Friday, April 1, 4:30 to 6 p.m., for ages 8-12. This month’s activity: Make Your Own Ice Cream. Decorate and eat your creation or take it to enjoy at home (allergy warning: Milk). Please register. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org. •This is a sample of programs held at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050. For complete information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org. Programs marked with * require registration. Family Movie Matinee – Saturday, April 2, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., will give you something 2 Sing about. Seymour C.R.E.W. – Monday, April 4, 6 to 7 p.m., for grades 6-12. Mental health awareness can prove tricky to tackle. Discuss how to bring creativity and positivity into a difficult issue. Tech Tutor* – Tuesday, April 5 and 19, 2 to 4 p.m., for adults 18+. Come in and have a one-on-one 30-minute session with a librarian. Appointments required. Call 637-1050 to register. Music Story Time – Thursday, April 7, 11:30 to 11:50 a.m., for ages 2-4. Spring Book Sale – Wednesday, April 6, 6 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, April 7, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, April 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Meetings
•Hilton Apple Fest Committee meets every fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, Hilton. The meeting room is on the second floor, room 202. Everyone is welcome.
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•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, March 29, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A. Regular meeting at 7 p.m. in the Adminstrative Board Room (Budget Part 4). All attendees must wear masks, complete health attestation forms, and pre-register with Mary Torcello at 293-1800 ext. 2305.
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Clarkson Historical Society hosting presentation The Clarkson Historical Society will host a presentation, “The Native Americans in Upstate New York,” on Wednesday, April 6, 7 p.m., at the Clarkson Academy, 8343 West Ridge Road. Gary Newman will give the presentation covering the history, lifestyle, culture, and religion of Native Americans,
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and writers are encouraged to visually portray a theme, such as the role trees play in our parks or what meaning trees convey to them. Recognition will be given to students for the most creative and educational entries in each grade level. For information or entry ideas, visit http://monroe.cce.cornell.edu/4-h-youthdevelopment/arbor-day-art-and-writing-contest. Entries (labeled with name, school or youth group, and grade) may be scanned and emailed to monroe4h@cornell. edu. Entries can also be mailed to Arts for Arbor Day, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County, 2449 St. Paul Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14617. Provided information
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death notices Rita H. Henderson Rita H. Henderson, 98 years young, passed away on March 19, 2022 in Titusville, Florida. Rita was born in 1923, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, to Evelyn (Fresch) and Henry Hotz. Rita’s mom Evelyn, affectionately known as Nana, created the loving environment that shaped Rita into the beautiful personality that blessed all who came to know her in later years. Other life-shaping caregivers included her aunt, Anna Joyce, and her grandmother, Mary Fresch. Rita graduated from Pittsburgh’s Taylor Allerdice High School where she met her future husband, Ian H. Henderson. After graduation, Rita worked for Curtis Publishing until 1944. Rita and Ian courted throughout this period until it became obvious to both that they were destined to be together forever. They were married December 27, 1944 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania while on their way to Ian’s naval assignment in Yorktown, Virginia. Once in Yorktown, Ian and Rita settled into their first family home in the historic Moore House Kitchen, part of the National Park site in Yorktown. Rita worked as the Administrative Assistant to the Purchasing Agent for the Park until the end of WWII. Following the war, Rita provided the same services for University academic departments in both Oberlin, Ohio and Brockport, New York. Over the years, Rita used her acquired social and professional skills to support Ian’s academic work and career. For example, she typed Ian’s doctoral dissertation, finishing the day before giving birth to son Ian. The family lived in Syracuse where daughter Ann was born; in Brockport, son Ian’s birthplace; and in Indiana PA where daughter Mora arrived to be spoiled by all except her jealous older brother. Subsequently, the completed family returned to Brockport in 1965 where they lived for 55 years. As Brockport was the birthplace of their favorite son, Ian, it was only fitting that the family should return to his place of birth. Just before father Ian’s retirement from SUNY Brockport, the loving couple traveled the country pulling their Airstream trailer. They visited campuses and arts centers presenting and performing on three custom built historic keyboards. They enjoyed travel to Scotland and Italy. As well, they participated in Elder Hostels with various groups of seniors. While taking care of the house and the three children, Rita extended her education by attending arts and literature classes at the colleges where her husband Ian taught. She also loved the French language and literature, taking private lessons for many years. She was an avid athlete, playing tennis as Ian’s doubles partner well into her late 80’s. The entire family played golf together, with everyone but young Ian playing with patience and even temper. They were avid campers all their lives, and the family eventually secured a summer place on Lake Ontario near Henderson Harbor. The nearby Elms Golf Club became the family’s home away from home, away from home. In other words, they built memories that will be treasured forever. Rita, a devout Catholic, volunteered as a Eucharistic Minister at two parish churches, the Nativity Church in Brockport, and Titusville’s St. Teresa. Rita lovingly provided support to hospice patients, visited the sick, and took advantage of every opportunity to grow spiritually. She also loved to sing in her church choirs. For Rita, nothing was more important than her connection with God and the church she so loved. Her faith provided the impetus for a life devoted to love and sacrifice for others, not just for family and church, but also for all those who found themselves within the sphere and influence of her generous-giving spirit. Rita was known for her generosity, her infectious and sassy sense of humor, and her indomitable optimism. Day or night, you could always count on a big welcome, a warm smile, and a loving embrace. Rita was quick to let you know that “everything will be okay”. Though quiet and reserved, Rita made everyone around her feel comfortable. She made fast friends who stayed with her for life. She especially appreciated her loving friend, Joan McGuinn. Rita lavished undying support upon her children with a heart as big as the ocean. To say that she will be missed terribly is a gross understatement. Her loss will only be outweighed by the sweet memories that she has created for so many. We have all been so richly graced by her life and love. Rita, thank you for your life so well lived. We will cherish you in our hearts now and forever. Rita is survived by her husband of seventy-seven years, Ian H. Henderson; her beloved children: Ann Henderson (Tom Nelson); Ian M. Henderson (Bonnie Henderson); and Mora Edwards (Gerald Edwards, deceased); her loving grandchildren: Shawna Edwards (Brian Erath), and Gerald Edwards (Stephanie Chinappi); and her great grandchildren, Katalina, McKenzie, and Aurora. “Adopted” grandchildren Tommy and Kerry Nelson also mourn her passing, as do many friends and acquaintances.
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•Martell, Randy L., age 57, of Gates, died March 15, 2022 after a hard fight with cancer. Survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Nicky; children, Alex (Shale) and Reid; mother, Pat Martell; siblings, Jackie Martell and Rick Martell (Ashley); nephew, Ryan Martell; niece, Sydney Martell; and the entire Garden Factory family. His Funeral Mass was celebrated March 25 at St. Pius Tenth Church, Chili. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Ukrainian Culture Center of Rochester, 1040 Jackson Road, Webster, NY 14580 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili. •Osterhoudt, Hans W., of Rochester, died March 18, 2022 at age 86. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie; his sons, David (Wendy) Osterhoudt and Thomas (Karen) Osterhoudt; and his grandchildren, Christopher, Timothy, Joshua and Emily. Hans was predeceased by his brother, Peter Osterhoudt. He worked for Armstrong Cork Co. from 1964 to 1968 and then Eastman Kodak Company from 1968 to 1998. He was a member of the Society of Plastics Engineers and developed several patents. He was a very active member of the Spencerport United Methodist Church, where he enjoyed singing in the choir. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue, Hilton. His Funeral Service will be held Thursday, March 31 at 11 a.m. at the Spencerport United Methodist Church, 30-32 Amity Street, Spencerport. Interment will be in the spring at Parma Union Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Spencerport United Methodist Church, 3032 Amity Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 in his memory.
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•Leonard, David “Gunny,” died March 14, 2022. He is predeceased by his parents Eileen and Julius Sabo, brother Jamie, sister Julie and grandson Kevin. Survived by his children Jennifer (Adam) Keller, Sheila (Shannon) Turner, David P. Leonard; 11 grandchildren, three great grandchildren; sisters JoAnn Demcovich and Elizabeth Grey; brother Matthew Sabo; several nieces and nephews. David was a Gunnery Sergeant in the US Marine Corps and a veteran of the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. He was an excellent marksman, active for many years in the Marine Corps Reserve and an instructor in the Marine Explorer program. His civilian career was that of a lineman for Rochester Telephone Corporation. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., 340 West Avenue, Brockport. Graveside Service with Military Honors on March 31, 2022 at 11 a.m. in the Veteran’s Section in Lakeview Cemetery, Lake Road, Brockport.
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Harriet Ireland (Nixon) Spencerport – On March 21, 2022, at age 90. Predeceased by her husband, Robert, and all her siblings. Survived by children, John (Elizabeth), Nancy Thompson, Beverly Ireland; grandchildren, Christina, Sherry, Brandy, Brianna; and great grandchildren. Harriet’s Funeral Service will be Friday, April 1st, 2:30 pm at Ogden Presbyterian Church, 2400 S. Union St., Spencerport. To share a memory visit www.walkerbrothersfh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Assoc., 435 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 in Harriet’s memory.
Donald Richard Anschutz West Union, SC – Peacefully on March 19, 2022, at age 69. Predeceased by his parents, Albert and Jean Anschutz; brother, Larry Anschutz; grandson, Chandler Anschutz. Survived by his wife, Sandra Anschutz (Baxter); children, William (Shelly) Anschutz, Sarah (Christopher) Dann; grandchildren, Gillian Anschutz, Adelyn, Austin, Blake, Bryce “Bubba” Dann; brother, Charles (Barbara) Anschutz; sister-in-law, Pam Anschutz; special friends, Beamer, Renee and Tyler Guzzardi and several nieces & nephews. Don was a proud Veteran of the US Army. He worked as a tool maker at Kodak for years and retired from Allen-Bailey Tag and Label in Caledonia. Don was very involved in youth soccer for Spencerport and Caledonia. He also spent years as a crew member for GG&H Motorsports at Genesee Speedway. You could always find him at the racetrack every Saturday night until he recently moved South to enjoy the beautiful weather and his grandchildren. To share a memory please visit www.walkerbrothersfh.com. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 28th from 3-5 pm at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Ave. Spencerport with his service immediately following. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758516 Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 in Donald’s memory.
George F. Cunningham George F. Cunningham was a lifetime resident of Bergen, New York, and passed away peacefully at home on March 16, 2022. He was born June 20, 1936, at 45 Rochester Street, Bergen, a son of the late Morris and Monica Cunningham. George served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked at the Genesee County Sherriff ’s Department. George then spent the remainder of his working years at the Eastman Kodak Company as a Supervisor of Security for 26 years. The employees that worked for George respected him and always said he had a work ethic like no other. George was a member of St. Brigid Church, American Legion Post 575 in Bergen and a life member of the Bergen Fire Department where he served as President for several years. George joins his wife – the love of his life – Marjorie Bates Cunningham in heaven who passed away on January 12, 2022. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Crosier (Chuck Bailey); son, Lewis (Linda) Cunningham; grandchildren Michael Crosier (Lexi); Stacey Crosier Cody (Chris Cody) and his great grandchildren whom he adored, Mckenzie and Cayden; and several nieces and nephews. George is predeceased by his sister, Ann (Robert) Murphy, and brothers, Jack and Robert Cunningham. Visitation was held March 21 at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Avenue, Bergen. His Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated March 22 at St. Brigid Church, Bergen. Private burial, with military honors, will be held at Mount Rest Cemetery, Bergen. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the American Legion Post 575, P.O. Box 207, Bergen, NY 14416. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in George’s name, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.
Diana Rittwage Labiad Wakefield, MA - Diana Rittwage Labiad, 60, of Wakefield, MA died unexpectedly from a cardiac event on January 14, 2022. Diana was born in Brockport, NY on March 14, 1961, the daughter of Walter and Joanne (Fegan) Rittwage. She attended the First Baptist Church in Burlington, VT where she was baptized. Diana went to schools in Brockport, NY and Essex Junction, VT, graduating from Essex Junction Educational Center in 1979. She studied at the University of South Florida for a year. Diana worked in the health care, financial and retail sectors for many years. She was employed at BJ’s Wholesale Club and, as an essential worker, she worked throughout the pandemic. She liked traveling to Maine, New York, and Vermont to visit family. A special trip was taken to Brockport, NY with her daughters to show them her hometown. Diana will be remembered for being caring, her smile and laughter. Our family will cherish all the good memories and photos of happy times in her life. Diana is survived by her daughters Hasnaa and Sarah Labiad; her mother, Joanne Rittwage; sisters Denise Rittwage and Jill (Tom) Couture; nephews, Larson and Dylan Couture and the extended Fegan and Rittwage families. She was predeceased by her father, Walter Rittwage, brother, Ronald Rittwage and many relatives. A funeral was held in Stoneham, MA on January 19, 2022 and a burial followed at Lakeside Cemetery in Wakefield, MA. A celebration of Diana’s life is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, a fund has been setup in Diana’s memory. Please send donations to Joanne Rittwage, P.O. Box 571, Shelburne, VT 05482.
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Merton Williams Middle school students enjoyed a visit from three therapy dogs on March 18 – Lindy and Ryan, both Airedale terriers, and Bailey, a golden retriever. Their handlers, Christine and Timothy Sheffer (Lindy and Ryan), and Jean Peyton (Bailey), talked to students about the important role therapy dogs play in both animal-assisted therapy and animal-assisted activities at the Mary Cariola Center in Rochester, a special education school. Students in Anna Murrer’s Health/FaCS classes and Jamie Melos’ class learned about what it takes to train a therapy dog, had an opportunity to ask questions and, of course, pet the dogs. Peyton, who is a special education teacher and professional dog trainer, even offered students the opportunity to bring their dog to a training class. The visit coincided with the mental health unit students had just finished in their Health/FaCS class. Here, seventh grader Trypp Hilbert enjoys some time with Bailey. Provided information and photo.
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•Rauber, Joseph W., died March 15, 2022 at age 63. He was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Ann Rauber; and his brothers, Jim and Mike Rauber. He is survived by his children, Tim Rauber and Jenna (Josh) Rafte; his granddaughter, Kinsley Rafte; his brother, Tom (Gail) Rauber; his sisters, Eileen Skivington, Ann Comden and Fran Gebhart; his best friend, Heather Thomas and dogs, Tank and Cody; his nieces and nephews; and many close friends and neighbors. Joe was the owner/operator of The Stone Man Masonry Company in Hilton. In his spare time, he fished, hunted and kept up with Big Foot/Sasquatch lore Visitation was held March 25 at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. There will be a Graveside Service in the near future. Interment will be held privately in Lakeview Cemetery, Brockport in the spring. Contributions can be made to the Hilton Food Shelf, PO Box 127, Hilton, NY 14468 in his memory.
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•Calandra, Thomas D., a prominent criminal defense and trial lawyer whose career spanned 50 years, died March 11, 2022 at age 83. Tom is predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Sara Calandra. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Angela Shortino-Calandra; daughters Kristin Calandra, Dana (Richard) Root; step-daughter Deborah Banser; step-son William (Elise) Banser; granddaughters Rene Root, Mia Root, Emily Shaffer and Olivia Banser; sister Gabrielle Barone; brother-in-law Frank Shortino; nephew, nieces, and cousins. Tom served in the US Navy from 1955 to 1959. Following his military service, he attended SUNY Cobleskill and later Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and his Juris Doctor in 1966. Tom was admitted to the New York Bar in December of 1966 and started his general law practice in Albion. In 1968 he was appointed as the first public defender in Orleans County. Throughout his career, Tom handled many high-profile cases throughout the Finger Lakes and Western New York region. He was elected to the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Calling hours are 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, at Fowler Funeral Home, 340 West Avenue, Brockport. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11a.m. on Monday, March 28, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 60 Martha Street, Spencerport. Private burial for family members only in Medina. Donations can be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or to Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
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continued from page 6 •Kaseman, Peter James, died March 12, 2022, joining his brothers Paul and John, sister Ann Marie, and father John, who went before him. Pete will be greatly missed by his wife Sue (De Wolf); their daughter Chelsey (William) Huffman; and grandson Colton James. He is survived by his mother Lorraine; son John (Georgiana); grandkids Kelly and Johnny; sisters Kathy (Santangelo), Marybeth (David) Stein, Chris (Panyard); and brothers David (Rita) and Daniel (Dr. Theresa Fahy). Also, In-laws Larry and Shirley De Wolf, Bonnie (Alan) Sims, Tom (Mariette) De Wolf, Cindy (Marc) Coloney, as well as many friends, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pete’s life was enriched by the love and laughter he shared with friends. Special thanks to Kevin Birch, who shared Bills moments and memories of their antics. Jan Stein, who kept Pete riding his Harley as long as possible. Butch Rypma - for lifelong friendship. Donations can be made to Rochester Regional Hospice or Ronald McDonald House in his memory. •Ryan, Pauline (Trickler), died March 10, 2022 at age 86. Predeceased by her husband, Douglas; also her parents, Floyd and Frances Trickler; sister, Patricia (Gerald) O’Brien. Survived by daughter, Sheila Ann Ryan; brother, David Trickler; and her beloved cat, Kerra. Pauline was a member of Beta Sigma Phi for 50+ years, the Red Hats in Spencerport and most recently the Friendly Quilters. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated March 24 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport. Interment, St. John’s Cemetery.
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Environmental sustainability the topic of GCC symposium Six successful leaders will provide an active discussion on “Climate Change and Sustainability” at the 2022 Wolcott J. Humphrey III Symposium on Leadership and Community Life on April 21 at 9 a.m. at the Richard C. Call Arena on the Genesee Community College’s Batavia Campus. The opening presentation by keynote, Peter Boyd, CEO & Founder of Time4Good and Resident Fellow at Yale Center for Business and Development, will be followed by a panel moderated by Dr. Benjamin Houlton, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University. A luncheon will be provided with an opportunity for groups to network afterward. Speakers are distinguished in their areas of expertise and innovation to the challenges of climate change. Dr. Benjamin Z. Houlton is an accomplished international scientist, and his research interests include global ecosystem processes, climate change solutions, and agricultural sustainability. As founding co-chair of the California Collaborative for Climate Change solutions, Dr. Houlton works with researchers from key research institutions to accelerate the translation of research findings into practical climate solutions. He also directs more than 100 acres of farmland carbon sequestration projects to improve crop yields and create new financial markets for farmers and ranchers. Andrew J. Marsh joined Plug Power as president and CEO in April 2008. Under his leadership, Plug Power has been a leading innovator in the alternative energy field, helping create an entirely new hydrogen fuel cell (HFC) market in the material handling space as the world moves towards electrification in mobility applications. William D. Carleton is general manager, Solar Operations and Maintenance at Clearway Energy Group based in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is responsible for overseeing the safe and reliable operations of 15 utility, 275 commercial, and industrial-scale solar assets across the United States,
totaling over 1500 megawatts of generation capacity. Suzanne Hunt is co-owner of Hunt Country Vineyards, her family’s seventh-generation farm and 40-year-old winery in the Finger Lakes. She is also policy director for Generate Capital which finances, builds, owns, and operates sustainable infrastructure projects in North America, South America, and Europe. Curt A. Gooch is a Dairy Environmental System Solutions Expert at Land O’Lakes and a Cornell Senior Extension Associate Emeritus. His combination of on-farm experience, professional preparation, technical experience, and industry leadership on environmental sustainability has resulted in positive impacts at the farm, milkshed, state, regional, and national levels. Peter Boyd teaches and coaches a wide variety of students, executives, and teams on ‘Connected Leadership’ and the opportunities arising from leading the transition to sustainability. He has worked on, led, and advised high-growth organizations on leadership, strategy, time maximization, team alignment, and entrepreneurial opportunity. The Wolcott J. Humphrey III Symposium on Leadership and Community Life is named in honor of Mr. Humphrey, who died unexpectedly in 2001. As president of the former Pavilion State Bank and an active member of numerous civic organizations, Mr. Humphrey frequently spoke about the need for a forum where community and business leaders could hear and learn the world’s best ideas about leadership. The first symposium was held in 2003 and featured Syracuse University Basketball Coach Jim Boeheim who spoke about leadership and perseverance. Registration and additional information about the speakers are available online at https://gccfoundationinc. org/humphrey. Lunch is included, along with the opportunity to network with others. Provided information
Legal NoticeS Legal Notice Town of Ogden Notice of Assessment Inventory and Valuation Data
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Pursuant to Section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law, notice is hereby given that assessment inventory and valuation data is available for examination and review. An appointment may be made to review this information before May 1, 2022, which is the tentative assessment roll filing date, at the Assessor’s Office, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, NY 14559, Monday – Friday, between 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., by phoning (585) 617-6107.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 267 of the Town Law of the State of New York, that a public hearing will be held by the Ogden Zoning Board of Appeals at the Town Hall, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York, on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 7:00 pm to consider the following applications:
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Appeal of Gary & Patricia Paige, 3326 Brockport-Spencerport Road, Spencerport, NY 14559, for a conditional use permit, on property located at same, to construct an in-law apartment, whereas, this is permitted subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Board of Appeals, pursuant to Chapter 300-28 D (9) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Acct # 086.03-1-23
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Legal Notice Churchville-Chili Central School District Determining that Action to Undertake Certain Unrelated Projects is a Type II Action and is not Subject to Further Review WHEREAS, the Churchville-Chili Central School District (the “District”) plans to undertake certain unrelated capital improvement activities which include maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, reconstruction, replacement and/or site work at existing District schools as more fully described herewith: Churchville Elementary School The project scope will apply to the Churchville Elementary School and involve the removal of deteriorated floor and sub floor assembly along with providing a new flooring system. WHEREAS, pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) and the regulations in 6 NYCRR Part 617 adopted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (the “Regulations”), the District desires to comply with SEQRA and the Regulations with respect to the Project; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Regulations, the District has considered the Project in light of the actions included on the Type I list specified in Section 617.4 of the Regulations and in light of the actions included on the Type II list specified in Section 617.5 of the Regulations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. The District has determined that the Project constitutes a “Type II action” (as the quoted term is defined in the Regulations) because it consists of one or more of the following actions included on the Type II list specified in Section 617.5 of the Regulations: (a) “maintenance or repair involving no substantial changes in an existing structure or facility” (617.5(c)(1)); and/or (b) “replacement, rehabilitation or reconstruction of a structure or facility, in kind, on the same site;” (617.5(c)(2)) and/or (c) “routine activity of an educational institution” (617.5(c)(8)); and 2. The Project is not subject to further review under SEQRA; and 3. Notwithstanding that the Project is not subject to further review under SEQRA, the District will continue to comply with guidance issued by the New York State Education Department; and 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the New York State Education Department. Signed: Loretta J. Orologio, Ed.D. Superintendent Dated:
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Appeal of Dan Carnevale, 40 Beau Lane, Rochester, NY 14624, for one (1) area variance, on property located at same, to install 215 linear feet of 5’ tall pool enclosure fencing for a future inground pool, whereas, fences constructed for pool safety only do not require a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals as long as they do not exceed five feet in height with a maximum length of 200 linear feet and of open construction, pursuant to Chapter 260-4 in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Account #131.02-4-41 Appeal of Coray & Natalie Ciao, 49 Longbow Circle, Spencerport, NY 14559, for two (2) area variances, on property located at same, to construct a 32’ x 48’ (1536 sq ft) accessory structure with a 9’ x 48’ overhang and a height of 20’, whereas, accessory structures may not exceed 600 sq ft, and whereas, maximum height for accessory structures is 15’, respectively pursuant to Chapter 30028 F (3) (b) and Chapter 300-28 F (4) (b) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Acct # 086.03-1-55 Appeal of Dave & Donna Sprankle, 100 Hutchings Road, Rochester, NY 14624, for one (1) area variance, on property located at same, to construct an 8’ x 8’ front porch addition which will have a 52’ front setback, whereas, for a residential use, the minimum front yard setback is 60 feet, pursuant to Chapter 30028 F (1) (d) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Acct # 117.03-2-33 Appeal of Paul Paddock, 4080 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624, for two (2) area variances, on property located at same, to install 251 linear feet of 6’ tall closed construction fencing, whereas, fences shall not exceed 4’ in height in side and rear yards, and whereas, fences shall be of open and permanent construction, respectively pursuant to Chapter 300-50 A (8) (a) and Chapter 300-50 B (1) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Account #132.01-2-33 Appeal of Jason Vislay, 576 Gillett Road, Spencerport, NY 14559, for two (2) area variances, on property located at same, to construct an 1,168 sq ft accessory structure with a height of 24’, whereas, accessory structures may not exceed 600 sq ft, and whereas, maximum height for accessory structures is 15’, respectively pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (3) (b) and Chapter 300-28 F (4) (b) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Account #102.04-2-61 Appeal of Christopher Starr, 64 Thistlewood Lane, Spencerport, NY 14559, for one (1) area variance, on property located at same, to install 125 linear feet of 6’ tall board on board fencing, whereas, fences shall not exceed 4’ in height in side and rear yards, pursuant to Chapter 300-50 A (8) (a) in an R-1 Residential District. Tax Account #087.01-2-39 Respectfully Submitted, Jackie Gavette Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary
Legal Notice Town of Riga NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 276 of the Town Law that a Public Hearing will be held by the Riga Planning Board on Monday, April 4, 2022, at 7:00 PM, Town Hall, 6460 E. Buffalo Road, Churchville, New York, at which time all interested persons will be heard with regard to the following applications 1. APPLICATION by Eleanor Filowick/Budvale Development, 7523 Chili Riga Ctr. Rd, Churchville, NY 14428 for Subdivision Approval. The applicant proposes subdividing 4.5-acres of land from a 32.83-acre parcel located at 862 Churchville Riga Rd., Churchville, NY 14428 and combining it to their 1.68-acre parcel located at 888 Churchville Riga Rd. The parcels are zoned Rural/Agricultural. Tax account No. 156.03-1-25.2 and 156.03-1-15.113 Copies of the above-referenced subdivision maps may be seen at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Dated: March 23, 2022 Lori Kellogg Secretary – Town of Riga Planning Board
Legal Notice Village of Spencerport Notice of Public Hearing: 2022/2023 Tentative Budget The Board of Trustees of the Village of Spencerport will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at the Spencerport Fire Department, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport, New York on the Budget for the year ending May 31, 2023. A copy of the “Tentative 2022/2023 Budget” is on file and available for inspection in the Office of the Village Clerk during business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation proposed to be paid to the Board of Trustees is as follows: Mayor: $11,920.00 Trustees: $6,701.00 Jacqueline Sullivan Village Clerk
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Hilton High School junior Luke Pisani recently participated in the Young Artist Auditions, an annual competition sponsored by the Rochester Philharmonic League since 1955. A violinist, Luke won both the Aldridge-Tinker Scholarship for Instrumentalists and the Grand Prize the opportunity to perform in concert with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. Luke was last year’s winner of the Ruth and Sidney Salzman Award for Strings. The Young Artist Auditions encourages and acknowledges the accomplished musicianship of high school age students. It includes five winner awards of $500 each, $200 to runners-up, two Scholarships of $1,000 each and a Grand Prize: the opportunity to perform in concert with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. The awards are open to young musicians in grades 10 through 12 from the nine-county region surrounding Rochester. Provided information and photo
Sweden forms short-term rental committee The Town of Sweden has formed a committee to study the effects of short-term rentals on residential neighborhoods. Chaired by Supervisor Kevin Johnson, the committee includes three residents and the town building inspector. These types of rentals are generally found on sites like VRBO or Airbnb. The Sweden building department and Town Board have received complaints about one particular short-term rental that neighbors feel is disruptive.
position she has held since 2017. Prior to that, she was an assistant principal at Spencerport High School. She began her career teaching English in the Gates Chili Central School District. Paolini has a bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in education from St. Bonaventure University, a master’s degree in English education from SUNY Brockport, and an administrative certificate from Canisius College. A Hilton School District resident, Paolini lives in North Greece with her husband, Tom, and their four children: twins Andrew and Barrett, freshmen at Hilton High School, and twins Reese and Reagan, fourth-graders at Northwood Elementary School. “I am humbled to have been selected to serve the Hilton Central School District as the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction, and look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with students, staff, and the community on delivering the high-quality educational programming for which Hilton is known,” said Paolini. Provided information and photo
Brockport CSD opens UPK and kindergarten registration Brockport Central School District (BCSD) has started the process for registration of age-appropriate children to attend kindergarten and Universal Pre-Kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year. If you are a BCSD resident and have a child who will turn 5 years old by December 1, 2022, your child is eligible for kindergarten in September 2022. If your child will turn 4 years old by December 1, 2022, your child is eligible for the UPK program this fall. All kindergarten registration packets were mailed March 14, and should be returned as indicated in the packet or brought with you to your student’s scheduled screening appointment either May 19 or May 23. Ginther Elementary
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Hilton CSD welcomes Paolini as Assistant Superintendent At its March 22 meeting, the Hilton Board of Education appointed Kristen Paolini to the position of Assistant Superintendent for Instruction. She replaces the retiring Dr. Barbara Surash and will begin her new position on June 1. “We are very pleased to have Kristen join the Hilton learning community,” said Superintendent Dr. Casey Kosiorek. “Her impressive track record of leadership, relationship building, and knowledge of curriculum and instruction made her the clear choice for the district.” Paolini currently serves as K-12 Director of Curriculum for the Spencerport Kristen Paolini Central School District, a
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by Peter Widener, Chili Historian Fact or Folklore, the validation and actual factual legislation is: The Hamlet of Clifton, circa date pre-1822. Folklore has many unqualified beliefs that, even at 2022, citizens mistakenly refer to the Hamlet as the Town of Clifton. Furthermore, undocumented verbiage, “the Village of Clifton,” often echoes throughout the community. Legislation regulations clearly require elected governing officials for a township or village to legally exist. The Hamlet of Clifton, circa 1808, accurately qualifies folklore as “Hamlet.” The past two hundred plus years has had Clifton identified as: Grab – All, Hard Scrabble and Harmon Mills with nearly all aspects of a complete “Civilization in the Wilderness.” On February 22, 1822, New York State Legislature approved approximately 35 square miles of land for recognition as Chili township. Shortly thereafter our ancestors held their first town meeting at James Coleman’s Inn on April 2, 1822, and elected governing officials. Now, 200 years later, Chili will have its bicentennial birthday with a historic marker installed for The Hamlet of Clifton at Clifton Fire Department Inc. on April 2 at 10 a.m. Provided photos
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Attendees of a rally held at SUNY Brockport on March 21 to protest the college hosting a talk by Jalil Muntaqim, formerly known as Anthony Bottom, who was convicted of murdering two police officers.
SUNY Brockport facing backlash for hosting a convicted murderer of police officers by Tami Raco Jalil Muntaqim (formerly known as Anthony Bottom) is scheduled to deliver a talk as a guest at SUNY Brockport on Wednesday April 6. The event featuring Muntaqim is called “History of Black Resistance, U.S. Political Prisoners & Genocide: A Conversation with Jalil Muntaqim.” Anthony Bottom, as he was known at the time, was a member of the Black Panther Party and the Black Liberation Army when he was convicted of murdering two New York City police officers – Waverly Jones and Joseph Piagentini – in an ambush in 1971. He served 49 years in prison before being released on parole and is now living in the Rochester area. Bottom and his accomplice lured two NYC police officers into an apartment building with a fake 911 call where they ambushed the officers and murdered them by shooting them from behind. According to the US Department of Justice, the Black Liberation Army was a “guerilla group that had two primary goals of killing police officers and expropriating funds from capitalists and imperialists to finance the revolution.” BLA was responsible for the execution for more than a dozen officers including four NYC officers in 1971. Bottom was born in California in 1951. He was arrested in 1971 and sentenced in 1974 on two counts of first-degree murder for the ambush killings. His sentencing was for life imprisonment with the possibility of parole after 22 years. After many denied parole hearings he was released from prison on October 7, 2020, after 49 years of incarceration. While in prison he became active in an organization called the Jericho Movement. According to their website, “Jericho is a movement with the defined goal of gaining recognition of the fact that political prisoners and prisoners of war exist inside of the United States, despite the United States government’s continued denial, and winning amnesty and freedom for these political prisoners.” George Yuska is a former Assistant District Attorney in NYC, New Jersery Attorney General Prosecutor, and now a local Criminal Defense Attorney with more than 23 years experience. Yuska said, “A political prisoner is someone who is incarcerated as a result of their political beliefs.” He named Ghandi, Nelson Mandela, and Martin Luther King Jr. as some examples of political prisoners. “The individual speaking at Brockport is not a political prisoner,” said Yuska. “He murdered two police officers. He is a criminal but, unfortunately, we live
in a time where people can pretend to be whoever they want, and we are expected to pretend with them.” When Yuska was asked if Bottom’s sentencing was excessive or if the initial denials of parole were biased his reply was: “No. No one is entitled to parole and today sentencing for the murder of two officers would get him two consecutive sentences of 25 years to life for each murder.” The College at Brockport initially scheduled Muntaqim (Bottom) to be a paid guest speaker at the event that described him as a “political prisoner” with no mention of his ambush murdering of two police officers. Following backlash from the community, the college updated the event page with more information on his criminal history and has announced they will not cancel the event, but they will no longer pay him to speak with the grant that was initially designated. A private donor is now funding Muntaqim’s visit. No state funds will be used to pay for his appearance. Daniel Varenti, retired Chief of Police from Brockport Police Department spent his entire career in law enforcement. He began at the Irondequoit Police Department in 1979 and achieved many promotions throughout his career giving him vast experience in criminal justice ranging from investigations, lead role of heading a multi-agency drug task force, FBI National Academy, as well as receiving his master’s in public administration from SUNY Brockport. In addition to his nearly 40 years of law enforcement, he also spent 22 years teaching criminal justice classes at SUNY Brockport as an adjunct instructor. For the last ten years Varenti has been teaching an investigation course at the college. The college’s decision to host a guest speaker who murdered two police officers caused Varenti to reconsider his position of teaching at the college. “I don’t want to be a part of this anymore,” said Varenti. “To honor a premeditated murderer and expose the students to this brings no longterm benefits to the student.” On March 11, Varenti sent his resignation letter to the college. “I got no response from them,” he said. Varenti has received much support from the community for his decision to take this stand. “It wasn’t easy to resign,” said Varenti, “but I must for my personal beliefs and integrity. I do not want to be affiliated with a college that hosts cold-blooded murderers as guest.” Having Muntaqim as a speaker was not the first time Varenti experienced anti police bias at the college. Varenti recalls that the college forced the removal of blue
line flags in the Brockport College police department. He was also deeply disturbed by an email the president of the college Heidi Macpherson sent out to the faculty and students immediately after the media released the story on Daniel Prude’s death. “The president of a college should not frame something as ‘racism’ with out any facts, especially when there was no indication or evidence that the death of Daniel Prude was driven by the color of his skin.” Varenti sent a letter to the president of the college expressing his concerns on the nature of her letter being opinion and not based in fact. He never received a response, but he did learn that they then canceled his course, which always runs close to being 90% full, the following semester. “I have no doubt this was in retaliation for the expression of my freedom of speech,” said Varenti. Varenti has an excellent review record at Rate My Professors. “I have been honored to meet and teach such great students. My heart breaks for my students,” he said. To read Daniel Varenti’s letter to the editor, see the online version of this article at westsidenewsny.com. Rallies have been occurring near the college to protest this event, and many politicians have been speaking out on the subject. One of them is Senator Robert Ortt. He sent a letter to the president of the college requesting the event to be canceled. “Anthony
Bottom is a convicted cop-killer, who, along with two others, lured two New York City Police Officers to a residence and murdered them in cold blood. Describing him as a ‘political prisoner’ in a campus program is not only an insult to individuals who have been imprisoned for speaking out against political opposition – it is also an insult to the men and women of law enforcement who have lost their lives protecting our communities and their families,” said Ortt. Diane Piagentini, the widow of Joseph Piagentini, one of the officers Bottom murdered, wrote to SUNY Brockport administration requesting that they cancel this event. In her letter she reminded the college of what happened to her husband when Bottom ambush murdered him in cold blood putting 22 bullets in his body and that he was not a political prisoner. The college declined to comment when contacted and instead referred us to their statement on their website. On Tuesday the college announced it would allow students to skip class if concerned for their personal safety. At press time, SUNY Brockport still planned to have the convicted killer speak, and on Wednesday decided to move the event to a virtual format. For more information, visit the college’s website at https://www.brockport.edu/about/president/ jalil_muntaqim_event/. Provided photos
Letter to the college from Diane Piagentini, widow of Joseph Piagentini, one of the officers that Bottom was convicted for murdering in 1971.
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The following students were named to the fall 2021 dean’s list at Nazareth College: •Natalie Tegler of Rochester (14624) •Dana Eddy of Hilton •Shelby Ennis of Rochester (14624) •Samantha Burkovich of Rochester (14624) •Lynn Johnson of Spencerport •Benjamin Lyon of Rochester (14624) •Sarah Cona of North Chili •Jacob Auchman of Spencerport •Jessica Donath of Rochester (14624) •Kylie Baker of Brockport •Olivia Skrotzki of Rochester (14624) •Kennedy Skuse of Churchville •Sierra Belardino of Rochester (14624) •Alyssa Sumeriski of Rochester (14624) •Haley Corey of Churchville •Hanna Walker of North Chili •Ally Benson of Holley •Isabella Sherron of Rochester (14624) •Taylor Tydings of Hilton •Jordyn Bombay of Brockport •Dylan Rippe of Churchville •Juliana Ruth of Brockport •Bailey Pino of Rochester (14624) •Austin Stroup of Brockport •Jamie Hogancamp of Rochester (14624) •David Brescia of Spencerport •Willow Clark of Hamlin •Jose Trejo of Rochester (14624) •Ethan Rivers of Rochester (14624) •Jaelyn Turner of Rochester (14624) •Audrey Lamendola of Rochester (14624) •Grace Hunt of North Chili •Madeline Dembowski of Rochester (14624) •Morgan LaDue of Hamlin •Abigail Lee of Spencerport •Abigail Case of Spencerport •Andrew Bodensteiner of Rochester (14624) •Joseph Nettles of Holley •Amanda Inges of North Chili •Ryan Fitzgerald of Spencerport •Meadow Golden of Spencerport •Sillery Gonzalez-Ortiz of Rochester (14624) •Tri Lam of Spencerport •Jenica Renke of Brockport •Camille Wright of Rochester (14624) •Erika Dick of Rochester (14624) •Ryan Barrett of Kendall •Juliana Ruth of Brockport •Karlee Robb of Kendall •Jenica Renke of Brockport. The following students were named to the fall 2021 dean’s list at Clarkson University, Potsdam: •Ryan D. Butts of Hilton, a junior majoring in chemical engineering •Colby Martin Leggo of Bergen, a junior majoring in electrical engineering •Nia Christine McDonald of North Chili, a senior majoring in aerospace engineering. •Owen Michael Mears of Spencerport, a senior majoring in electrical engineering •Damien Philip Stein of Spencerport, a junior majoring in mechanical engineering •Reece Joseph Van-Auken of Hilton, a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. The following students were named to the fall 2021 dean’s list at SUNY Morrisville: •Braeden Zimmerman of Bergen •Hannah Martin of Brockport •Nina Danno of Brockport •Nadia Endulovski of Rochester (14624). Claire Wergin from Rochester has been named to the 2021 fall dean’s list at St. Lawrence University, Canton. She is majoring in performance and communication arts. Wergin attended Churchville-Chili High School. Joseph Carroll of Hilton, was accepted for enrollment for the 2022 winter quarter at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida campus in Port Orange, Florida. Ariana L. Marseglia of Churchville, was named to the 2021 fall dean’s list at The University of Scranton, Scranton, Pennsylvania. Brianna Donnelly of Rochester, achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA during the fall 2021 semester, earning a spot on the provost’s list at Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY. Samantha Place of Brockport, was named to the 2021 fall dean’s list at Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY. The following students were named to the 2021 fall dean’s list at The University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island: •Mitchell Buckert of Hilton •Sophia Buono of Spencerport •Peyton Reusch of North Chili. Rex Woodfield of North Chili, was named to the 2021 fall dean’s list at Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. Woodfield is majoring in management.
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Local residents provide support to the “People’s Convoy” by Tami Raco Thousands of trucks across the country rolled out recently to take part in the People’s Convoy. Convoys of trucks stretching for seventy miles arrived in Maryland, including a trailer of supplies that came from the Rochester area. American truckers launched a transcontinental movement, which began in California on February 23, and which joined with dozens of other convoys from various regions of the country and ended in Hagerstown, Maryland. According to the mission statement of the convoy: “The truckers are riding unified across state lines, party lines with people of all colors and creeds. The convoy is a nonpartisan trucker-led effort supported by all walks of life including moms, dads, students, medical workers, investors, teachers, rail workers, pilots and more. The message of the convoy is the last 24 months of the pandemic have been rough for all Americans emotionally, spiritually, physically, and financially. With the advent of therapeutics and vaccines and the hard work of so many sectors that helped drastically reduce COVID-19 cases and severity of the illness it is now time to reopen the country. It is time for elected officials to work with American citizens to restore liberty by lifting all mandates and ending the state of emergency so that all Americans can get back to work and their educational opportunities in an unrestricted manor.” New York State residents joined the Peoples Convoy with several convoys coordinated from across the state. The Rochester area was selected to be a hub to collect supplies for the truckers. Aileen Dean, a North Chili resident and a mom to children that she adopted from Russia, was excited to support this movement. Aileen said her passion was ignited when her adult daughter emotionally shared how the ongoing mandates made her feel terribly similar to the days when she lived under the Russian government. Adding to Aileen’s desire to do something is when she saw what the Canadian Convoy was doing. Aileen’s grandfather is from Canada, and she still has family living there. She wished somehow she could help.
Tony Clayberger, who provided security to the Rochester convoy, with WWII veteran Pat Burke.
Then she heard about the People’s Convoy in the United States and responded to a call for help in this area. She reached out to the state coordinator for the convoy, and in a matter of days Aileen was appointed supply chain coordinator for Western New York. “I felt called to do this, to help. I felt moved to connect local people, who want to help this movement but cannot participate in the convoy,” said Aileen. Within a week, businesses in the community were on board to be drop locations for convoy supply donations. Aileen then coordinated a group of volunteers, who were designated runners picking up the donations at the businesses and delivering them to the warehouse in Gates, where they were sorted and organized in boxes. Within two weeks the residents of the community filled a warehouse with donations for the truckers. In addition to necessities, local children wrote notes to the truckers and made goody bags for them. The boxes, children’s notes and goody bags were then loaded on a trailer and brought to Maryland to support the national convoy truckers. There were enough staples to feed the community, including providing food to the homeless in the DC area. “So many of us have felt isolated and alone the past two years until we did this. In this movement of volunteers, those of us who were once strangers came together to support the People’s Convoy, and now have become friends and we have become community again,” said Aileen. Chris and Eileen Fichter were designated runners for the westside. They learned about the convoy and the local call for help through a Facebook event. They reached out to Aileen and volunteered to pick up the donated supplies from area businesses on the westside. Drop locations throughout the multi-county area included Kendall, Spencerport, Brockport, and Greece. “The donations from the westside community are astonishing,” said the Fichters. The couple filled up their Ford Explorer daily during the two week collection period. “We were so surprised at the amount of donations we picked up ranging from beef jerky, water, warm socks and nearly everything you would need to camp in the winter,” said Eileen. “Russo’s Pizza in Greece was one of the busiest drop locations we went to,” said Chris. “A few times we had to make two trips in one day there because we ran out of room in our truck.” Christopher Zoccali, PhD, an Ogden resident and a professor at a local university, was a contributor to the collection drive. He helped by donating food items to a business in Spencerport that was accepting items for the convoy. As soon as he heard about the opportunity where he could locally support the People’s Convoy, he wanted to help. “The COVID-19 ‘vaccines’ do not prevent transmission or infection of the virus. There is, then, no ethical or even pragmatic justification for mandates. To coerce the injection of any drugs on a population, let alone potentially dangerous ones, is nothing short of a crime against humanity, as clearly affirmed in the Nuremberg Code. Opposition to the abuse of power and violation of human dignity is a moral obligation. Thus, as a Christian and a scholar, I am compelled by both conscience and reason to stand with
Supplies collected locally to support the People’s Convoy.
People lined the overpass on March 2 to cheer on the Rochester roll out. the peaceful resistance. Compliance with tyranny at the expense of others is simply not an option,” said Zoccali. Amy Buchel, a Brockport resident, helped collect supplies for the Convoy. She attended the Rochester roll out rally on March 2 and then drove down to the People’s Convoy Rally in Maryland. “When I heard what the truckers were doing, I felt the need to show them my support and appreciation for their willingness to sacrifice for our freedoms. If they are willing to make this kind of sacrifice, the least I can do is support them,” said Amy. Gates resident “Pat” Kevin Burke, Sr. is a 96-year old Navy veteran who served on a ship in the South Pacific during WWII. Despite being fully vaccinated, Burke supports the People’s Convoy movement and attended the local rally on March 2. “Thousands of soldiers lost their military careers and income due to these mandates. They should be reinstated and given back pay,” said Burke. “This is America and we should have our freedom of choice on what medications we stick in our body,” he added. Twenty-year Army combat veteran, Tony Clayberger, also reached out to Aileen to see how he could locally support the People’s Convoy. With his military experience he was asked to lead the roll out of the Rochester convoy bringing the supplies and area truckers to connect with larger convoys from the New York State. Tony had attended the Rainbow Bridge rally in January, supporting the Canadians in their protest, which was also led by truckers. While he was there he had witnessed the attempt of some who were trying to create trouble. “They were attempting to instigate trouble by heckling the people leading prayer and at the event speakers. I felt there was potential that there could be some people attending the rollout or overpasses who might not have the best interest at heart,” said Clayberger. Aileen the local coordinator said, “The enthusiasm and love was incredible. Nearly every overpass from here to Pennsylvania was covered in people with flags cheering us on. “In rural areas south of Rochester, local
farmers lined overpasses with their tractors and American flags. Fire departments, local police agencies, families and even the Amish community came out to wave us on,” said Aileen. On the trip south, a daughter of a deceased WWII veteran stopped the Rochester convoy to give it the flag that was given to her family for her father’s burial service. They asked that the flag be driven on the lead truck of the convoy through the DC area and then returned to her. “It was so touching to be able to honor her request on behalf of the memory of her father’s service,” said Aileen. Both Aileen and Amy attended the rally in Maryland. They said that the turnout and unity of truckers and Americans of all occupations touched them. All the convoys met and continue meeting at the Hagerstown Raceway, where the movement is staged. Each day there are speakers, front-line doctors, attorneys, pastors, transportation workers and representatives of organizations focused on the Constitution. “We drove the five-and-a-half hours to see and feel this firsthand,” said Buchel. “We wanted to be part of something larger than the oversized government that has forgotten about our Constitutional rights.” On Saturday evening, while they were in Maryland, a 100-foot flag was raised up by hundreds of supporters. Underneath the flag more than 500 participants stood with their cell phone lights shining up through the flag as a symbol of the American spirit lighting up. “It was amazing to be part of that,” said Buchel. “It was overwhelming and uplifting.” Each day the People’s Convoy, consisting of thousands of trucks drive laps around the DC area beltway, to remind the government they are there to end the Emergency Act and all existing mandates. On March 8, conversations between the convoy leaders and US Senators began and will continue with discussions on ending all mandates. To learn more about the People’s Convoy, and its schedule of events, visit https:// thepeoplesconvoy.org/. Provided photos More photos at westsidenewsny.com
The 100-foot flag ceremony in Maryland.
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Churchville-Chili students raise voices in song for the people of Ukraine The events in Ukraine have not gone unnoticed by young people around the world, or by students at Churchville-Chili Middle School. Choir members in vocal music teacher Elise Camp’s seventh- and eighth-grade choral groups have had serious conversations about the conflict. It was initially difficult for them to relate to something so horrible, and they were frustrated that there seemed to be no way to help. “We decided as a musical ensemble to take the time to step away from ourselves and try to do something in support of the people of Ukraine,” said Camp. “We realized that we can use music to connect and show solidarity and support.”
The two choirs chose the traditional choral tribute, “Prayer for Ukraine” and each group learned the hymn separately, in Ukrainian. They came together, more than 100 members strong, on March 18 to sing for Ukraine: “Bless us with freedom, bless us with wisdom; Guide us into a kinder world.” Student Luciano Bruno said, “We asked: ‘What can we do? We aren’t in charge.’ But we can still come together. As part of the world. We’re all singing the same song, all over the world. Singing of peace.” “It’s true, we can’t do a lot,” said eighthgrader Lydia Eddy. “But we can do this. I think this has helped us come together as
Students (l-r) Mark Ulyanchuk, Sloane Miller, Luciano Brunco, Lydia Eddy, and Taylor Stocks shared their thoughts on the project.
Vocal music teacher Elise Camp conducts the combined Grade 7 and Grade 8 Choirs in “Prayer for Ukraine.” The two choirs learned the hymn in Ukrainian for the performance, which was recorded and shared on social media. Provided photo.
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