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“Everything I do will be focused on the children…I have no other agenda.”- Dr. Kriner Cash Board of Ed Votes to Appoint Dr. Kriner Cash Superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools PG. 3 REPORT

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A JOURNEY TO THE SON:

10 Years After Katrina, The Black PG. 4 Poor Remain at Risk

A Celebration of Son House PG. 2

Jefferson Avenue comes alive on Sunday, August 23 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. between Utica and Ferry! PG. 9

HEALTH MATTERS

Gina Davis “Walking 4 Hope” Brings Cancer Awareness to Black Community PG. 5

TRANSITIONS: Julian Bond, Civil Rights Leader and Former NAACP Chairman

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Geva Theatre Center:

JOURNEY TO THE SON: A CELEBRATION OF SON HOUSE

eva Theatre Center presents “Journey to the Son: A Celebration of Son House” from August 26 - August 29. This once-in-a-lifetime, four-day festival weaves together music, theatre, film, audio recordings, storytelling and lectures to celebrate Rochester’s adopted son, Eddie “Son” House. The Grammy Awardwinner John Hammond, John Mooney and Friends, and pioneer of rap/blues fusion, Chris Thomas King (feature film Oh, Brother Where Art Thou?) will headline Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights of the festival, respectively. Another highlight of the celebration will be the dedication of an official Mississippi Blues Trail marker on Friday, August 28 near the site where Son House resided in the Corn Hill Neighborhood of Rochester. This is the first marker of its kind in New York State and will be a lasting legacy from this event that will attract blues lovers from all over the world to Rochester for decades to come. Theatre, film, storytelling, lectures, and of course, music (both workshops and performances) make up this 4-day festival celebration. A variety of performers, blues musicians and artists from all over the country will gather in Rochester to salute one of the world’s great musicians. The majority of events are free of charge to the public. Most of the events will be held in and around Geva Theatre Center, with hands-on guitar workshops at the Eastman School of Music, outdoor performances in Washington Square Park (weather permitting), and related blues performances at area bars/restaurants. For more information call (585) 232-4382. Eddie “Son” House was born in 1902 in the Mississippi River Delta and, as the son of a preacher, was raised to believe that secular music was the work of the devil. In 1927, he was introduced to the slide guitar and was so captivated by this new style that he bought a used guitar and developed his own blues style, a rhythmic drive with emotionally powerful vocals reminiscent of the field hollers of chain gangs. He was twice recorded by Alan Lomax for inclusion in the Library of Congress, and by Paramount Records in 1930. In 1943 he abandoned the music scene and moved to Rochester to find work. In 1964, a trio of music enthusiasts began a cross country search and found Son living in relative obscurity with no guitar in the Corn Hill neighborhood of Rochester. With their encouragement, Son picked up a guitar once again and played his unique style of music. This re-launched the next decade of Son’s career as an internationally recognized folk blues artist, performing around the world and recording several albums for Columbia Records. He was a Rochester presence, often playing at local venues and jamming with young musicians. His style influenced an entire generation of musicians including Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Elvis Presley, John Hammond, Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger and Jack White among others. In 1976, Son House moved to Detroit where he died in 1988.

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ROC the Future Names Campbell New Alliance Director Jackie Campbell has been hired as ROC the Future’s new alliance director. She will assume her new duties with ROC the Future’s backbone organization, The Children’s Agenda, on Sept. 8. “Jackie was the unanimous choice of our Search Committee,” says Jennifer Leonard, chair of ROC the Future’s convener group. “Over the past several years, ROC the Future has quietly gathered strength, Jackie Campbell and we are starting to see some improvements for children. We couldn’t be more excited to have Jackie usher in the next stage of our collective impact.” ROC the Future is an alliance of leading Rochester-area institutions and community partners that works with the Rochester City School District (RCSD) to promote alignment of

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“The Carousel of Disrespect” AroundTown *TNT (True Networking Thursdays) event will be held on August 20 at The Charleston House 1733 Norton St, Rochester. On September 17, a special crawl of College Town www.collegetownrochester.comReceptions are held the 3rd Thursday of every month, from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. For more info email admin@tntrochester.org or call 585-301-4199 *Operating Rental Property Workshop: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, August 24, 25 & 26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Housing Council, 75 College Avenue, Rochester, New York 14607. Call 585546-3700 or visit www.thehousingcouncil.org to reserve your spot today. There is a $45.00 materials fee. *The Eighth Annual Sankofa Evening of Theatre & Jazz Fest, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 27, 28, 29 & Sept. 3,4,5 at the Multi-Use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC), 142 Atlantic Ave., in Rochester. The event has expanded this year to a full-length play the opening week of the festival followed the next week by jazz and gospel music along with one-act plays; Admission ranges from $12 to $20, with discounts for tickets purchased in advance. A $40 theatre package is also available, which includes all access to both weeks of the festival including the opening night reception. For tickets or more details, call Mood Makers Books at (585) 271-7010 or go to www.muccc.org. -Kevin

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Masten District Candidates (left to Right): Ulysees O. Wingo Sr,. Sharon M. Belton-Cottman, Lamone Gibson and write-in candidate Yvette Suarez as they appeared at the We are Women Warriors Meet and Greet rercently. Dr. Cash reads to children in the Memphis School District during his tenure as Sperintendent.

Dr. Cash Appointed New Superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools

Fidel Castro (left) and Nelson Mandela.

Fidel Castro and Cubans Played Major Role in “Everything I do will be focused on the children...I have no other agenda.” Helping Black People even members of the Buffalo Board of Education voted unanimously Tuesday to name Dr. Fight Colonialism and Kriner Cash as the next Superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools. White Supremacy

Fillmore District Candidates (left to right): Incumbent David A. Franczyk and challengers Samuel A. Herbert and Joseph A. Mascia

Candidates for Masten and Fillmore District Seats to Debate Candidates on the Democratic Primary ballot for Common Council seats in the Fillmore and Masten districts will debate the issues in separate forums Thursday, Aug. 20, in the Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Ave.The Fillmore District candidates will debate at 7 p.m. Invited to participate are incumbent David A. Franczyk and challengers Samuel A. Herbert and Joseph A. Mascia.At 8 p.m., the Masten District candidates will face off in the contest for that open seat. Invited to participate are Sharon M. Belton-Cottman, Lamone Gibson and Ulysees O. Wingo Sr. The debates are sponsored by the Buffalo Association of Black Journalists in conjunction with Burchfield Penney. The event is free and open to the public.

Meet and Greet Scheduled for Fillmore District Council Candidates “We Are Women Warriors” will host a Meet and Greet for candidates running for the Fillmore District Council seat on Wednesday, August 19 from 5:30 – 7:45 p.m. All candidates have been invited to attend. Candidates running for Fillmore are incumbent David A. Franczyk, Samuel A Herbert and Joseph A. Mascia. For more information call 602-5877.

Fruit Belt Residential Parking Permit Rally The neighborhood’s struggle for justice will continue when a rally of residents and friends of the Fruit Belt will be held to draw attention to the need for a Fruit Belt residential parking permit and a Community Benefits Agreement now. The action will be held Friday, August 21 at the corner of Locust and Carlton.

Free Legal Advice Lawyers will be on hand to give you advice on any issue you may need help with on Thursday August 20, at Our Lady of Hope Church corner of Lafayette Ave & Grant at 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.. Open on a first come first serve basis. Any questions contact Marshall at WNYCOSH 716 833-5416.

Board members Carl Paladino and Mary Ruth Kapsiak were not present and did not vote. Dr. Cash had convinced just about everyone who had the opportunity to interact with him, that he was the best man for the job. An exit poll of those who attended the public meeting at Buffalo Academy for Performing Arts last Thursday to introduce Dr. Cash to the community, was positive and a strong indication that he’d nailed it. “I thought he was very diplomatic, honest and truthful,” said Charles Burgin, founder of Brotherman’s Progress Kultural Life Skills Youth Empowerment Project. ”He had some very powerful thoughts and ideas…I felt he really had the children at heart,” said teaching Assistant Dedria Coleman. Teacher Mulu Belete said with his experience , successful track record, and independence, he will hopefully be good for Buffalo and the district. “He has the right personality to deal with the Board,” observed Jackie Mimes. “his approach is 360 degrees. He’s a Millennium type of superintendent.” Dr. Cash did ‘t go into detail when questioned during the community meeting about how he would fix the district’s struggling schools. But He made it clear that he not only believes in his ability to bring about much needed change, he believes wholeheartedly in the children whose lives and futures have been entrusted to his care.

*Cuba Provided Assistance in ANC’s Fight Against Apartheid Cuba under Castro opposed apartheid and supported the African National Congress (ANC). While in Angola, the Caribbean country provided a territorial base of support to the military wing of the African National Congress (ANC), which was exiled by the Apartheid regime. By 1990, succumbing to increased international pressures, South African President F. W. de Klerk reinstated the ANC and released Nelson Continued Page 12 Mandela.

Help Bring “The Math Doctor” To Buffalo! Fundraiser Planned for the Visit to Buffalo of Author Shahid Muhammad: “The Math Doctor”

Eva M. Doyle will host a fundraiser to help with the costs of bringing author and mathematician Shahid Muhammad to Buffalo. The event will be held on Saturday, August 22 at the Merriweather library from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The program will feature three short films that include “The Boy Who Painted Christ Black.” This film is based on a short story written by historian Dr. John Henrik Clarke. “Freedom’s Song” will also be shown with scenes from the Tulsa race riot in Oklahoma and other historical events. Admission to this program is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Children will not be admitted without an adult. Shahid Muhammad will speak in Buffalo at the Merriweather Library on Saturday, September 19 beginning at 1 p.m. He will also speak on Sunday, September 20 at 1 p.m. at Mosque 23 where meetings are held in the CRUCIAL Center located at 230 Moselle street. He is the author of the book “How to Teach Math to Black Students.” Known as the “Math Doctor,” Shahid introduces students to outstanding Black mathematicians and scientists. For more information about the fundraiser call (716) 847-6010 or The Math Doctor (716) 507-5280.

*Cuba Supported the Angolan War of Independence The Angolan War of Independence was a struggle for control of Angola between guerrilla movements and Portuguese colonial authority. Cuba supplied the People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) rebels with weapons and soldiers to fight. The Cuban military would fight alongside the MPLA in major battles. *Cuba Prevented South African Apartheid Regime From Taking Over Angola In October of 1975, South Africa invaded Angola with the support of the U.S. government to overthrow the left-wing Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola Continued Page 12

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Scene From the Katrina Aftermath: Hurriacane Katrina was the costliest natural disaster, as well as one of the five deadliest hurricanes, in the history of the United States. Overall, at least 1,833 people died in the hurricane and subsequent floods, making it the deadliest United States hurricane since the 1928 Okeechobee hurricane. Total property damage was estimated at $108 billion. By Algernon Austin / Research Associate at the Economic Policy Institute

10 Years After Katrina, the Black Poor Remains at High Risk

n August 29 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans and then a nightmare unfolded. The most disadvantaged populations suffered the worst harm from the disaster. Many African American and poor individuals were unable to evacuate. Black neighborhoods were the most severely damaged. The elderly, Blacks, and the poor were the most likely to die. And, after the disaster, the black and the poor evacuees were the least likely to be able to return to New Orleans. It was a particularly bad time to be elderly, Black and poor in New Orleans. Ten years later, the potential for a repeat of the disaster remains. The continuation of climate change means that the occurrences of strong hurricanes will increase. Hurricanes derive their strength from the temperature of the ocean. A two degree (F°) increase in water temperature more than doubles the number of Katrina-strength hurricanes occurring. Growing economic inequality and a weak economic recovery on Main Street has meant that the poverty rate, generally and among African Americans specifically, is higher today than it was in 2005. If we wish to mitigate the effects of future hurricanes and other disasters our emergency planning needs to better attend to the most disadvantaged among us. Among the most universal household assets in the United States is a personal vehicle. However, automobile ownership reflects the race and class disparities in American society. Many faced difficulties evacuating New Orleans in 2005 because they lacked a vehicle and could not secure an alternative means of transportation out of the area. Nearly a fifth of the poor population has no household vehicle compared to four percent of the middle-income population and two percent of the upper-income population. Even if middleclass and upper-class households do not have a car, they have the resources to obtain one in an emergency or an alternative means of transportation. Not all poor people can do the same. Poor Whites are more likely to own a vehicle than poor nonWhites. Nationally, 14 percent of the White poor do not have a vehicle in their household. The comparable figures for the Latino and black poor are 18 percent and 32 percent respectively. We can see evidence of this pattern in the New Orleans metropolitan area. In New Orleans, about half of the population is White, but only about three in ten of the poor is White. Of the poor population lacking access to a vehicle, only about a tenth is White. In other words, as the economic hardships increase the White share of the people facing the hardship decrease.

Challenger Community News • August 19, 2015

Julian Bond, Civil Rights Leader and Former NAACP Chairman, Dies at 75 J

ulian Bond, a lifelong civil rights leader and former board chairman of the NAACP, has died. He was 75. Bond died Saturday night after a brief illness in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), which he served as founding president in the 1970s. Bond was a Nashville, Tennessee, native who attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. While in school, he co-founded the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) -- an organization that fought for and encouraged youth members to be vocal in the civil rights revolution. He led SNCC as the communications director, stood on the front lines of protests alongside several other civil rights pioneers like Martin Luther King Jr. and John Lewis, and became a leader in the 1960s protest movement. Bond led protests and sit-ins against Jim Crow segregation policies and led campaigns to register Black voters, and was involved in the 1963 March on Washington. He and others such as current U.S. Congressman John Lewis left SNCC in the wake of the Black Power movement, when Whites were ejected from the organization. Bond later served as board chairman of the 500,000-member NAACP for 10 years, but declined to run for another one-year term in 2010, the AP reported. In a 1997 interview with

Julilan Bond: 1940-2015

PBS, Bond discussed the success of the civil rights movement but acknowledged the progress that still needed to be made, stating, “So we won, but we haven't won...” "With Julian's passing, the country has lost one of its most passionate and eloquent voices for the cause of justice," SPLC co-founder Morris Dees said in a statement released Sunday morning. "He advocated not just for African Americans, but for every group, indeed every person subject to oppression and discrimination, because he rec-

ognized the common humanity in us all." Bond later went on to serve 20 years in the Georgia Legislature, "mostly in conspicuous isolation from White colleagues who saw him as an interloper and a rabblerouser," the New York Times reported. His anti-war stance and disapproval of America's position in the Vietnam War created tension for him among his political colleagues. "When he was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 1965 -- along

with seven other Black members -- furious White members of the House refused to let him take his seat, accusing him of disloyalty," the Times reported. It would take a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court ruling to confirm his seat. Denying it would be a violation on his freedom of speech, the court said. In 1986, Bond ran to represent Georgia in the U.S. House of Representatives, but was defeated by Lewis, a SNCC co-founder and fellow activist. Bond would often appear as a commentator on news shows and became a leading voice in the media, featured on NBC's "Today" show, and in The Nation and The New York Times. He was also a professor of history at the University of Virginia and an adjunct professor at American University. Bond is survived by his wife, Pamela Horowitz, and five children.

Katrina continued The reverse is true for African Americans. In New Orleans, Blacks make up about a third of the metropolitan population, but nearly six in ten of the poor population. Three fourths of the poor population lacking access to a vehicle is Black. As the hardships increase, the African American share of the people facing the hardship also increases. We see this pattern for African Americans not only in New Orleans but also in the other hurricane-prone metropolitan areas of Houston and Miami. The lesson from Hurricane Katrina is that emergency planning needs to pay attention to the most disadvantaged

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Elmwood Franklin Sued By Parent Who Alleges School Intentionally Falsified Academic Records And Overstated Academic Standards Buffalo----Similar to cheating scandals that rocked the Atlanta and Philadelphia school districts, Buffalo’s elite Elmwood Franklin School is being sued by a parent who alleges that school officials intentionally falsified her child’s academic records and overstated the academic standards of the school. Carolette Meadows, a parent of a former student of Buffalo’s elite Elmwood Franklin School, is suing the school to recover her cost of tuition. A hearing is set for Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 2 p.m., Buffalo City Court Building, 50 Delaware Avenue, Part 15 on the 7th Floor. Ms. Meadows is suing on the basis the school officials knowingly and intentionally and negligently concealed her child’s below grade level academic performance while knowingly and falsely promoting that her child was performing at or above grade level. The 127 year old Elmwood Franklin School is one of Buffalo’s oldest private schools, with tuition costs approaching $18,000 per year. The school also brands itself as having high academic standards with students being more than 2 years above grade level. In the September 2014, Ms. Meadows moved to transfer her child from the Elmwood Franklin School. As part of an admission process at another area school, Ms. Meadows child was tested for academic proficiencies. Her test results indicated that she was performing below expected grade levels and certainly not at the academic levels officials at the Elmwood Franklin had represented to her.

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Black Chamber General Meeting to Feature Legal, Banking Guest Speakers The Black Chamber of Commerce will have two professionals in their related fields sharing insight on today’s issues and concerns effecting businesses, particularly for Small Black Businesses. William Chen, PC, Law Office and Herbert T. Courtney, Administrative Vice President of M&T Bank, will present at the next monthly general BCCWNY meeting. on Saturday, August 29 at the Buffalo Urban League Office, 15 Genesee St. at Washington St. from 11a.m. to 1p.m. Refreshments will be served. This event is open to the public and it’s FREE. Mr. Chen’s topic will be “Fixing and Addressing Your Legal Issues” and Mr. Courtney, will speak to “Entrepreneurs - Obtaining Finances for Business”. As the BCCWNY continues to focus on supporting, providing information and resources to Black business throughout Western New York, this is part of an on-going series in helping make our community economically stronger. We look forward to seeing, interacting and fostering genuine working relationships with you! Please contact 716.995.0622 for more details and to confirm your attendance.

Gina Davis Walking 4 Hope Brings Cancer Awareness to the Black Community According to the American Cancer Society, African Americans have the highest death rate and shortest survival of any racial and ethnic group in the US for most cancers. In 2008 Gina Davis, after being diagnosed with breast cancer, faced the sobering reality that she could well be among those statistics. But instead of taking the diagnosis as a death sentence, Gina choose to fight for life. She began her treatment in Buffalo before eventually continuing on to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Arizona. She recalled how one of her nurses in Arizona encouraged to her to come up with her own words of comfort and encouragement to get her through each day while on the road to becoming cancer free. At one point, after a deep breathing treatment, she recalls returning to her room, only to begin doodling and writing the name “Jesus, Jesus… GINA DAVIS breath…breath…jes breathe!” She said she told herself that every day. Thus “Jes Breathe” was born. “Jesus gives us every breath we take,” she said in a 2012 interview. “Breathing comes so naturally. That’s what we need to do: take deep breaths and get a grip. It’s all going to be all right.” In 2009 she started the Gina Davis Jes Breathe Cancer Awareness Walking 4 Hope to raise awareness about all types of cancers, not just breast cancer. And she choose to hold the annual event in Martin Luther King Jr. Park to bring the message of cancer awareness closer to home to the African American community. The Walk 4 Hope has grown with each year. Whether you are a cancer survivor, currently undergoing treatment for cancer, or have a family member, friend or loved one either battling this dis-ease or has made the transition as a result of it, you are invited to come out to MLK Park this Saturday, August 22. For the 6th Annual Jes Breathe Walking 4Hope and cancer awareness event. Registration for the Walk 4 Hope is free. Events will include guest speakers, a 2.5 motorcade, and the ECMC Mammogram Bus which will offer free mammograms in the park from noon to 4 p.m. Two male cancer survivors will be the guest speakers; one of them battling cancer now for the 4th time. The event said Gina, is the organization’s annual fundraiser. Although there is no fee for the Walk 4 Hope, Jes Breath Tee Shirts and baseball caps will be sold to raise funds. The 30-minute Walk 4 Hope – designed to accommodate all walkers – will begin at 2 p.m. Gina’s experiences have reinforced her conviction that anyone who is battling cancer needs to be courageous, informed, and willing to be proactive in his or her own care “We’re going to be celebrating lives!” said Gina in reference to Saturday’s gathering. For more information call (716) 533-1985 or go to www.

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Mount Moriah Missionary WNY Sings Gospel Music Workshop of America Friendship Baptist NEWS August 21, 7PM: Baptist Church Community The Gospel Music Workshop of America Western New York Chapter will be presenting WNY *Friday, 100th Anniversary Concert Sings. The chapter will be sharing music from the Gospel Music Shop of America National ConDay and Health Fair vention which was held July 26th thru August 1, 2015 in New Orleans, LA. The Western New *Sunday, August 23, Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist will host a Community Day and Health Fair on Saturday, August 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the church, 400 Northampton Street where the Rev. Jeffrey C. Chambless is Pastor. There will be a prayer tent, bounce houses, food, cloths giveaway, games face painting, Fidelis Healthcare and more! For more information call 885-8778.

York Chapter will be having rehearsals beginning Wednesday August 25 thru August 28 starting at 6:30. A concert will take place on Saturday August 29 at 6:30 p.m. The location for rehearsals and the concert is Miracle Mission Full Gospel Church, located at 406 Sycamore Street. The pastor is Rev. Dr. James Lewis. Registration fee is $10 for adults and $5 for youth under 20 years of age. Workshop fee may be applied to your local chapter fee. Please come out and be a part of this wonderful event. Sister Ella Robinson is Chapter Representative, Sis. Martha Connor is Assistant Chapter Representative and Elder Malcolm Wilson is Assistant Chapter Representative.

9:45AM: 100th Anniversary Celebration

Both events held at Friendship Baptist Church, 402 Clinton Street. All are welcome!

FAITH & FAMILY

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Sister Marshall Extends Thanks… Family Fun Day at Coca Cola Field Sister L.V. Nix Marshall extends sincere thanks to all helpers, families and friends who supported her birthday celebration on July 5 (she was born on July 2), at the Church of God Tabernacle on High Street.

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Miracle Missions Full Gospel Church presents Family Fun Day at Coca Cola Field on Friday, August 28 from 6 p.m. – until game ends. A full buffet will be served at 6 p.m.so come out and enjoy the ball game while spending time with family and friends! Seating and Buffet will be served in Pettibones Restaurant. Tickets are $38 for adults and $20 for children 7 thru 17 . For tickets call Virginia Russell at 566-0706, Rickey Daniels at 603-4115 or Elsie Hammond at 833-2345

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF DOROTHY E. JONES. Born August 22, 1925, Mrs. Jones passed on August 15, just missing her 90th birthday! She will be buried on August 22. We love you momma!

Bishop T.D. Jakes: ‘I do not endorse samesex marriage’ Bishop T.D. Jakes , in an interview with “HuffPost Live,” seemed to be supporting marriage equality, but he would like to set the record straight: he does not support same-sex marriage. “My comment on HuffPo TV drifted into issues of the Supreme Court ruling and changing the world through public policy [versus] personal witness,” he said. He then went on to criticize the Huffington Post and called them a “so-called Christian publication” that “misconstrued” his words “using lazy journalistic tactics to further their own agenda.”

Congratulations Rev. Washington! On August 8, Presiding Prelate of the 7th Episcopal District, Bishop James B. Walker ordained Rev. Tiggs E. Washington as Elder in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Rev. Washington has accepted an assignment as Pastor at Williams Temple C.M.E. Church in Philadelphia, Pa. Moody and Maryetta Pugh are the proud parents of Rev. Washington. God Bless you Rev. Washington on your journey!

ENTERTAINMENT

Challenger Community News • August 19, 2015

ON STAGE *A Nite of Blues: Tribute to BB King featuring “Buffalo’s Dynamite 3,” Jonny Soul, Sam (Lavee) Walker and Uncle Willie, Saturday, August 22, The Groove Lounge, 1210 Broadway, 7-11 p.m. Tickets $15. Tickets can be purchased at the 600 Club, Ansar Card Service, The Groove Lounge or by calling 444-3264 or 9487902.

STEVIE WONDER “SONGS IN THE KEY OF LIFE” TOUR

*The Spinners, August 19 @ 7:30 p.m., Erie County Fair, Hamburg, NYT. Ecfair. org (716) 649-3900.

COMES TO BUFFALO! On Thursday Nov 19 the one and only Stevie Wonder will perform live at the First Niagara Center in downtown Buffalo! Tickets go on sale this Friday Aug 21 at 10 a.m. at Livenation.com, Tickets.com and at the First Niagara Center Box Office or call 1-888-223-6000. *En Vogue, Free Canalside Concert, Thursday, August 20. www.canalsidebuffalo. com *The Spinners, Turning Stone Resort & Casino Showroom, Verona, NY, Fri, Aug 21, 8 p.m.

READY TO ROCK! Henri and Amirah Muhammad are back from New York City and are ready to rock M and T Plaza with the Henri Star Orchestra on Tuesday, August 25 at 12 Noon in Downtown Buffalo. Amirah, returning from 5 weeks of training with the prestigious American Ballet Theatre in New York City, will present at special ballet performance accompanied by Muhammad School of Music’s (MSOM) eclectic “Rock” orchestra, the Henri Star Orchestra. MSOM is currently enrolling students for its Fall Music Session 2015. Call 881-5088, 570-5064; Email: info@muhammadschoolofmusic.net

*Blackalicious, Sat. Aug. 29 The Waiting Room (Upstairs) 334 Delaware @ W. Tupper , 7 p.m., tickets $17 - $25. . For more info www.waitingroombuffalo.com or call 853LIVE

Blue Magic to Headline NICYO Rick James Funk Fest T

he 11th annual NICYO Rick James Buffalo Funk Fest will take place on Saturday, August 22 in LaSalle Park from 3-10 p.m. and will feature R&B 70’s group Blue Magic along with some of Buffalo’s best local bands that include The Old School B-Boys, Evolution, Delvin Payton &The Lyfe Band, The Unity Band and Delivered. Blue Magic is a classic R&B Soul Group and one of the most popular groups to come out of the City of Philadelphia. They hit the top 40 Charts with their first three singles before breaking through and crossing over with the mega hit “Side Show,” which went gold, topping the R&B charts. Their next single “Three Ring Circus,” made the R&B top 10 and the Pop Top 40 charts. Some other noteworthy hits are “Spell,” “Stop to Start” and “Chasing Rainbows.” The group today consists of founder, Richard Pratt, Ivery Bell, Jimmy Lee and Don Nottingham. The group is noted for their sweet mellow sounds, classic love songs and smooth choreography, which is all mixed together and seasoned with a touch of class. They are guaranteed to touch the senses of any true classic, R&B soul music lover. *Keith Sweat & SWV in Concert September 25 at Kleinhan’s Music Hall.8188899 or 479-9911 for info.

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“Blues of the Decade” The Salvation Army presents NAPPY HOUR!

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Sunday, August 30 4-7 p.m. * Tickets $5

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“Blues of the Decade” featuring Buffalo’s own Foxie Brown (above) & The Blues Trio Friday, September 11 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Salvation Army 960 Main Street (near High St.)/ Admission is $10 per person. The day will include breakfast 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., Lunch 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., and entertainment from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. There will be giveaways and plenty of fun! For more info and tickets call 888-6261.

Janelle Monae Leads Protest in D.C. Janelle Monáe proved to be an artist who isn’t just about talk on the heels of releasing her new song dedicated to the Black Lives Matter movement. Monáe and her Wondaland labelmates pulled off a free concert advertised only through various social media posts in Washington, D.C., Saturday, as well as a performance Friday on the Today show, which was cut short in the middle of her making a speech about Black Lives Matter. Before last Saturday’s performance, Monáe, Jidenna and other artists led a rally, which

included a stop at the Justice Department, through the streets of D.C.

Jefferson Avenue Arts Festival! Jefferson Avenue comes alive on Sunday, August 23 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. between Utica and Ferry!

s festival season wraps up here in beautiful Buffalo, New York, one has to marvel at another wonderful year! Jefferson Avenue comes alive during the Jefferson Avenue Arts Festival on Sunday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jefferson Avenue from Utica Street to Ferry Street. This year the Caribbean Festival will be a part of the event, as well as The Foundry, the Unity Day organization, block clubs, the African American Cultural Center, and more! Created by “50 Women with a Vision,” the festival first appeared in the summer of 1996. The community is invited to come out to support and enjoy a day of culture, entertainment, fun, reflection, family, and unity! See you Sunday! For more information and vending requests please contact Robert Lewis at 716-881-9300.

Challenger Community News • August 19, 2015

Generations

The Teen Awareness Group (TAG) at GROUP Ministries, Inc. completes its 20th year of Programming Buffalo STEP co-founder Asia Redd (far right) with proud students.

BUFFALO STEP WRAPS UP SECOND SUMMER SESSION!

The Buffalo Science and Technology Enrichment Program (Buffalo STEP) just wrapped up it’s 2015 summer STEAM camp. This summer, children in the Buffalo area were selected to participate in the program that covered varying elements of computer science. The camp was held at the Delavan-Grider Community Center. The session celebrated it’s kick off with an appearance from local celebrity chef, Bobby Anderson of “F-Bites.” Anderson, a Niagara Falls native and season 4 finalist on the popular television show “Hell’s Kitchen” with Chef Gordon Ramsey, shared his original “Rocket Torte” dish, a nutritious yet delicious, frittata styled-dish. He spoke with the participants about team work, professionalism and the importance of being willing to try new things. Camp presenter and video game developer, Ethan Redd, shared his recent independent video game release, “Rad Road Rally” to demonstrate STEAM at work and provided a real life example for where the skills taught could lead to. “This year, I wanted to stress to the kids that just because something is labeled as ‘hard’ doesn’t mean that it’s impossible. Anything is possible with a little hard work and dedication.” The kids spent the rest of the week exploring the insides of computers and learning the basics of Java, a programming language used to create computer applications. They participated in a group activity creating a “Pong” styled video game using Java. The second week was comprised of learning some 3D modeling and animation. The campers used a combination of their new found skills and their imagination to create their own projects and learned the basics of web programming languages HTML and CSS to build their own individual websites. The session ended on Friday, August 7 with a celebration of the children’s accomplishments. Each child received a certificate of completion for their hard work throughout the session. Asia Redd, camp co-founder and director was very proud of each participant. “This year was a great experience for us. It was so rewarding to see the kids finally get concepts that they struggled with and put them to practice.”

GROUP Ministries, Inc., in partnership with MAD DADS, the Homicide, Education and Prevention program and the Erie County Youth Bureau, completed its Primetime Summer Mentoring Program on Saturday, August 8th. The closing ceremony was held at the Frank E. Merriweather Library and was attended by all the TAG students, their families and the workshop presenters. TAG Mentoring is a life awareness program designed to educate the youth in our community who are at risk. TAG addressed some of the issues that currently plague our community such as bullying, gang violence, homicide, low self esteem, substance abuse, HIV/ AIDS, teen pregnancy and the struggle of interaction with law enforcement. The mission and ultimate goal of TAG is to provide our youth with the necessary tools to assist them in making healthy decisions and choices now and Congratulations Teen Awarness Group! in their adult lives. GROUP Ministries, Inc., Pastor Arthur H. Boyd, The TAG Summer Mentoring Program, and Director Roland Bittles would like to take this opportunity to thank: Dr. Frederick Gelsey, President of the Homicide Education and Prevention program; Dwayne Ferguson, Priscilla Taylor and Pastor Young of MAD DADS; Eva Doyle, our esteemed Black History curator; John Elmore, Esq., attorney and author of Run for Your Life; Prof. Yvonne James-McCorley, MSW, prominent Substance Abuse Prevention and Anger Management activist; Jazzy T, the dynamic WUFO Radio Personality; Sheila Brown, Owner of WUFO Radio; Gary Damon, Asst. Commissioner of the Erie County Youth Detention Center; Dana Ingebretsen MA, of the University of Buffalo our expert on nutrition and healthy eating; David Hairston, a long-time HIV/ AIDS education and prevention educator and advocate; Bishop William Henderson, Pastor of the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church, which was a station in the Underground Railroad; the Colored Musicians Club and Museum; Erie Community College; the Honorable Judge James A.W. McLeod and the Honorable Justice E. Jeanette Ogden for their contributions to the success of the TAG Summer Mentoring program. We look forward to our 2015 TAG after-school program and the 2016 TAG Summer Mentoring Program.

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Suggested Readings by Kenneth and Sharon Holley

Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Random House, 2015. This is a letter that Coates has written to his adolescent son describing a history of growing up in a Black body in America. An historical overview is given of the many challenges that he will face during his lifetime. Coates’ narrative presents to his son and all our Black boys what it means to live in their Black bodies. Complete Muhammad Ali by Ishmael Reed. Barak Books, 2015. Buffalo native, Ishmael Reed has written a biography of Muhammad Ali – the Icon. He explores the man who stood up for his beliefs as well as the Ali who was influenced by those who took advantage of his greatness. This book looks at the history of boxing from Jack Johnson to Floyd Mayweather. It is a refreshing look of the one who is known as “The Greatest.” God Help the Child by Toni Morrison. Alfred Knopf, 2015. Bride, a young Black woman grows up “unloved” by her mother, Sweetness. Her relationship with her boyfriend, Booker and her friend, Brooklyn are also on edge. This novel speaks to the issue of what is done to people early in life affects their future and is never forgotten. I’m Saying What You’re Saying by Mustapha Kashief. Xlibris Press, 2015. Local author, Mustapha Kashief publishes a book of quotations that can be utilized in our daily lives. “If your ears are attentive knowledge will be spoke into them.” Zawadi Books is located at 2460 Main Street , Buffalo, NY 14214 . (716) 903-6740 zawadibooks@gmail.com

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Challenger Community News • August 19, 2015

The Carousel of Disrespect

There’s Accountability and then there’s Accountability

By Robert Dixie

wo weeks ago I wrote a column entitled “A Call for Accountability”. The article focused on a letter from the Minority members of the Board to New York State Commissioner, MaryEllen Elia requesting the removal of Carl Paladino from the Buffalo Board of Education. We cited actions and behaviors by Mr. Paladino that have systematically demonstrated blatant disregard for education law governing individual board member authority and a lack of respect and civility that contributes to dysfunction and low morale in the District. There is no scarcity of documentation regarding these actions as they have been thoroughly reported in the media and in Mr. Paladino’s own publications. We have been joined by others, who have also written letters to the Commissioner as well as a grassroots group that has called for Mr. Paladino’s removal. Yet, officials, community leaders, fellow board members and others have remained silent and ignored a growing body of egregious acts. We live in an era of accountability and a culture that brooks “no excuses”. Does being accountable, however, only apply to some and not others? Take our schools, for example, and by extension our students, who are judged by accountability measures that determine categories labeling them, “failing, priority, focus, or good standing.” Recently these labels changed to include “persistently struggling and struggling”. For Buffalo schools, the “good standing” ones are in the minority. And just within the last few months nearly half of our schools have now been identified as “struggling” and “persistently struggling”. These designations are based on several years of accountability data that purport to identify long-standing lack of achieveBarbara Seals ment in these schools. Nevergold Last week the State Education Department released the results of the ELA (English Language Arts) and Math standardized tests that are the holy grail of accountability for our schools. These tests are given to students in grades 3 – 8. With few exceptions all students regardless of special education needs or English Language fluency take the same exams. Since the 2012-13 school year these tests have been aligned with the new Common CORE Learning Standards. Educational experts have raised many questions about these high stakes tests; they are developmentally inappropriate, some of the answers are designed to “trick” test takers, the exams are not diagnostic so teachers can’t use individual results to customize lessons to address a student’s specific needs, some children are stressed and demoralized by the hours-long testing experience, teachers are being pushed to teach to the test leaving less time for art and music, for example and tying test scores to teacher evaluations is being contested as not valid. Opposition to use of these tests has been growing in the State. This year over 200,000 students, appropriately 20 percent of the student population in the State, refused to take these tests for the foregoing reasons. As a result, we should question the validity of these tests even more. (I encourage readers to take a look at these tests. Sample tests are available on the EngageNY website.) Further, the test results over the last three years should raise questions about their use as the accountability measure determining the fate of our schools. For comparison, the ELA tests resulted in the following statewide percentage of students who scored proficient (level 3 or 4) on the tests. •2012-2013 - 31.1 2013-2014 – 30.6 2014-15 – 31.3 According to a press release from the State Commissioner, “overall, students statewide have made incremental progress in ELA and Math since 2013, the first year assessments aligned to the more rigorous learning standards…..” Note, however, that the 2015 score represents less than a 1 percent gain. Math scores ranged from 31.1% in 2013; 36.2% in 2014 and 38.1% in 2015, about a 2 percentage point increase. Buffalo’s scores on these exams for the same periods are as follows for ELA: •2012-2013 -11.5 2013-2014 – 11.9 2014-15 – 11.9 Our math percentages were: 2012-2013 – 9.6 2013-2014 – 13.1 2014-15 – 15.1 I am not making “excuses” for these scores as I know that we have a literacy problem in our schools that is serious and must be addressed urgently, but if the State Education Commissioner can describe the statewide scores as showing “incremental progress” then why can’t Buffalo be cited as showing “incremental progress” given the challenges that we face? Why are we the poster district for schools in crisis when Rochester’s School District posted ELA results: •2012-2013 – 5.4 2013-2014 – 5.5 2014-15 – 4.7 Carol Burris, recently retired award-winning New York state high school principal, also writes that statewide “Only 4.4 percent of all English language learners and 5.7 percent of students with disabilities were proficient in English Language Arts.” Given the numbers of students who opted out of these tests, the question being asked is whether this year’s results can even be considered valid. Burris writes “Three years of data make it crystal clear that the New York State Education Department is giving inappropriate tests, which are, for most students, a prolonged and arduous exercise in multiple guess.” The validity question is particularly relevant to Buffalo as these tests have been used to determine the fate of our 25 struggling and persistently struggling schools. They will be managed by the Superintendent Receiver this year and next and must show “demonstrable progress” doing that period to avoid the appointment of an outside receiver by the State. The Commissioner is now looking for ways to punish school districts that have large numbers of opt-outs. Of course the justification for any sanctions will be to enforce accountability. So,

ver 50 years ago, in our Public School System, a book titled “Little Black Sambo” was part of the curriculum plan for reading. For African Americans, particularly the children, this book was debasing, humiliating and embarrassing, not for the story content but how the Sambo was illustrated. Sambo was very Black in skin color, with exaggerated buffoonery wide eyes, thick nose and very red lips. This image of Black Sambo caused much consternation, causing many African American children to be ashamed and embarrassed about themselves, not that they looked like Sambo, but because they felt this was the perception of how some of White society viewed African Americans. The images on the Ontario Beach Carousel (Rochester), created 110 years ago, depicts a small female Black child confronted by a seemingly angry rooster. She has the stereotypical buffoonery look of fear with exaggerated wide eyes, unkempt hair, wide nose and very red lips; while another Black child illustrated the same way peers from the side of the building. Both of the children are similar illustrations to the little Black Sambo character. The picture on the Ontario Beach Carousel is offensive, humiliating and racist to African Americans today as was the little Black Sambo character which was banned from schools and bookshelves in America nearly 50 years ago. The depiction of the two Black children represents a time in this country, 110 years ago, when African Americans were treated worse than second-class citizens. Slavery of 300 years had ended only 60 years when this illustration was done. During this time African Americans were segregated against, men and women murdered with no consequences, denied decent housing, education, employment and most of the amenities needed to exist. Therefore the question raised with serious concern is how these characters can be used as a teachable moment, unless these moments reflect the aforementioned atrocities and the sting of racism that still exists to this day as exhibited by the resistance to remove these illustrations from public view. These images serve no other purpose at this time than to denigrate, abase and humiliate African Americans and insult their children. When the little Black Sambo book was banned and removed, African Americans no longer had to view or read about an unflattering caricature portrayed as African American or remember a time that is better forgotten by all Americans. This should be the case with the carousel caricatures.

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groups. In emergencies, the poor, the nonwhite -- particularly African Americans, and the elderly will require extra attention and resources because they are the least likely to be able to help themselves survive a disaster. American communities are highly segregated by race and ethnicity. There are also differences in groups’ media choices and communication networks. In our segregated society, a universalistic approach to outreach and education about natural disasters will not be as effective as an approach that acknowledges American spatial and social divisions. In the short-term, effective planning and targeted outreach can mitigate the effects of future disasters. In the longer-term, we need to significantly reduce race and class inequality, and to address climate change. Follow Algernon Austin on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EconomicPolicy

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poetry If We Must Die BY CLAUDE MCKAY If we must die, let it not be like hogs Hunted and penned in an inglorious spot, While round us bark the mad and hungry dogs, Making their mock at our accursèd lot. If we must die, O let us nobly die, So that our precious blood may not be shed In vain; then even the monsters we defy Shall be constrained to honor us though dead! O kinsmen! we must meet the common foe! Though far outnumbered let us show us brave, And for their thousand blows deal one death-blow! What though before us lies the open grave? Like men we’ll face the murderous, cowardly pack, Pressed to the wall, dying, but fighting back! (Claude McKay 1889–1948)

Tao Te Ching -43The gentlest thing in the world Overcomes the hardest thing in the world. That which has no substance Enters where there is no space. This shows the value of nonaction Teaching without words, Performing without actions: That is the Master’s way.

ACCOUNTABILITY continued it all comes back to accountability! Accountability and no excuses! To date, the Commissioner has not responded or even acknowledged our letter and I presume those of others who wrote on the same subject. We are calling for accountability to be applied equitably. We’re still waiting and we’re still demanding a response.

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DR. CASH APPOINTED continued

”Everything I do will be focused on the children…I have no other agenda…” he said… ”Change is coming.” Getting the schools back on track all starts with the correct mindset he continued. “It starts with a mindset… what you believe about the children…every child has promise,” he declared. And although we may not be able to control a child’s socio economic condition, he said “we can control how we believe in these children…You have to change your mind about the children and what can happen.” He acknowledged that “there is a lot of good here and “we will celebrate it.” He said he will continue to talk to as many people as he can to get an adequate assessment of the situation, but assured : “My goal has never been to be well liked …but to be well respected and to get the work done for the children…” He added that he was about “the whole child – not test scores only.” And that he is in search of “good schools period” and delivering top flight services.” “I’m in support of strategic initiatives that match the needs of the children.” Cash’s position on the role of parents was also encouraging. He is not a “blame placer.” Parents care, he said. “Rarely in my whole career have I met any parent who BLACK HISTORY continued (MPLA) in the soon-to-be independent country.In 1988, Cuban troops intervened again and also convinced the Soviet Union to back the People’s Armed Forces for the Liberation of Angola (FAPLA) offensive against UNITA, which was supported by South Africa. The impact of the victory of Black Cuban and Angolan soldiers resonated far beyond the battlefield and is credited to have lead to the overturning of white minority rule in southern Africa and the later collapse of the Apartheid Regime in South Africa, ultimately shattering of the illusion of White invincibility. (PART 2 CONCLUSION NEXT WEEK)

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strategies, resources, and accountability for improving the academic achievement of Rochester’s children.

id not want the best for their children,” he noted. But it really does take a village - a 360 degree effort. He recalled the “mindset” of one of his best principals while a superintendent in Nashville. Assigned to the districts worst school, she was still able to perform and change lives. Her philosophy? “She told me that ‘you have to love the children before you can teach the children…” The task of turning Buffalo schools around is great. But not anything he’s not faced and successfully - before. “For the next 4 to 5 years let’s run… run hard to change it and stop making excuses.” During a press conference after the vote on Tuesday, Board President Sampson called Dr. Cash “the right candidate at the right time for this community.” Dr. Cash, keeping it real, said he was aware that despite of today’s rosy picture, and his positive nature, “I’m not naive…this is Buffalo, next week this could look like something else.” LEGAL NOTICE Bids ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority will receive sealed bids for BMHA Job#15-07-CF, Roof Top Heating & Cooling System Replacement & Roof Replacement at 476 Louisiana Street. The Prebid Conference will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 11:00AM, local time, with all potential bidders assembled at the Capital Improvements & Development Office, 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204; the project walk-through may be held/scheduled after the meeting. Sealed bids will be received until 3:00 PM, local time, on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at the Capital Improvements Office, 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204. Bids received after the stated time will not be accepted. Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud immediately after specified closing time. All bid forms must be filled out and returned. Sets of contract documents may only be obtained at the Capital Improvements Office at 320 Perry Street, with a deposit of $100 per set. Only certified company checks, bank checks or money orders made payable to the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority will be accepted. This deposit is refundable upon return of complete sets of documents within 14 calendar days after the bid opening. Failure to comply with this time limit will constitute forfeiture of the deposit. The BMHA reserves the right to reject any bid, which fails to conform to the essential items, required by the contract documents and to reject any and/or all bids submitted. Dated: August 19, 2015

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE The resolution, a copy of which is published herewith, has been adopted by the County Legislature on the 30th day of July, 2015 and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the County of Erie, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this Notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the publication of this Notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution. Karen M. McCarthy Clerk of the County Legislature

RESOLUTION NO. 195-2015 BOND RESOLUTION DATED JULY 30, 2015 BOND RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $5,655,912.55 BONDS OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, TO FINANCE THE COST OF AN INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE FACILITIES OF ERIE COUNTY SOUTHTOWNS SEWER TREATMENT AGENCY IN THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK; STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $9,000,000, STATING THE PLAN OF FINANCING; PROVIDING FOR A TAX TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON SAID BONDS; AND PROVIDING FOR REIMBURSEMENT BY ERIE COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NO. 3 TO SAID COUNTY. (Introducedd July 16, 2015 (Adopted) July 30, 2015

WHEREAS, pursuant to proceedings had and taken in accordance with the provisions of Article 5A of the County Law and more particularly a resolution of this County Legislature dated March 14, 2005 (the “Original Bond Resolution”), an increase and improvement of Southtowns Treatment Facility has been approved at a estimated maximum cost of $9,000,000; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the Original Bond Resolution, the County has issued $3,344,087.45 of obligations; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 41 of the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, the Original Bond Resolution is deemed to have been repealed ten years after the date it became effective, except to the extent that any indebtedness shall already have been contracted or encumbrances made thereunder for the object or purpose for which such Original Bond Resolution authorizes the issuance of obligations; and WHEREAS, the County Legislature desires to adopt this resolution to reauthorize the issuance of $5,655,912.55 principal amount of obligations to finance the object or purpose described in the Original Bond Resolution; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK (by the affirmative vote of not less than two thirds of the voting strength of said Legislature) AS

FOLLOWS: Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York, as amended (the “Law"), and to the provisions of other laws applicable thereto, $5,655,912.55 bonds of the County, or so much thereof as may be necessary, are hereby authorized to be issued to finance the cost of a increase and improvement of facilities of the Erie County-Southtowns Sewer Treatment Agency, consisting of the reconstruction and/ or rehabilitation of approximately 20,000 feet of sanitary sewer and the upgrading of sewage pumping stations, all as more fully described in the report and estimate of costs approved by the board of County managers of the Southtowns Sewer Treatment Agency on April 29, 2004 and filed with the County Legislature pursuant to Section 268 of the County Law of the State of New York. The estimated maximum cost of said specific object or purpose, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and to the financing thereof, is $9,000,000. The plan of financing includes the issuance of $3,344,087.45 of bonds authorized and issued prior to the date hereof pursuant to the provisions of the Original Bond Resolution and the issuance of $5,655,912.55 of bonds herein authorized and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of such bonds, and the levy of a tax to pay the principal of and interest on said bonds and notes, the said principal and interest to be reimbursed to the County by the assessment and levy on the real property in (i) Erie County Sewer District No. 3, (ii) the Town of Hamburg on behalf of the Hamburg Master Sewer District, Amsdell Heights, Locksley Park, Cloverbank, Benz and Taylor Road Sewer Districts being Sewer District Nos. 21, 7, 10, 5, 4, 8, and 11 of the Town of Hamburg, (iii) Wanakah Sewer District No. 3, (iv) Mount Vernon Sewer District No. 2, and (v) the Village of Hamburg, each in accordance with their respective proportionate shares of equivalent dwelling units in their service areas, as determined pursuant to the Southtowns Agreement. Section 2. The period of probable usefulness for the specific objects or purposes for which said $5,655,912.55 bonds herein authorized to be issued, within the limitations of Section 11.00 a. 4. of the Law, is forty (40) years. Section 3. Current funds are not required to be provided as a down payment prior to the issuance of the $5,655,912.55 bonds authorized herein, or any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof, pursuant to Section 107.00 d. 3. of said Law. Section 4. The County intends to finance and the Comptroller of the County is hereby authorized to advance such amounts as are necessary to pay the costs of said improvements, prior to the issuance of the bonds or bond anticipation notes herein authorized, out of any available funds of the County on an interim basis, which respective amounts are reasonably expected to be

reimbursed with the proceeds of debt to be incurred by the County pursuant to this Resolution, in the respective maximum amounts of bonds herein authorized. This Resolution is a declaration of official intent adopted pursuant to the requirements of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2. Section 5. Subject to the provisions of this Resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of §21.00 relative to the issuance of bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service, §30.00 relative to the authorization of the issuance of bond anticipation notes or the renewals thereof, and of §§50.00, 56.00 to 60.00 and 168.00 of said Law, the powers and duties of the County Legislature relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the respective amounts of bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, relative to providing for substantially level or declining annual debt service, relative to prescribing the terms, form and contents and as to the sale and issuance of the respective amounts of bonds herein authorized, and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds or the renewals of said notes, and relative to executing agreements for credit enhancement, are hereby delegated to the Comptroller of the County, as the chief fiscal officer of the County. Section 6. Each of the bonds authorized by this Resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale thereof shall contain the recital of validity prescribed by §52.00 of said Local Finance Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds shall be general obligations of the County of Erie, payable as to both principal and interest by general tax upon all the taxable real property within the County. The faith and credit of the County are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds or the renewals of said notes, and provision shall be made annually in the budgets of the County by appropriation for (a) the amortization and redemption of the notes and bonds to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year. Section 7. The validity of the bonds authorized by this Resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if: (a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which the County is not authorized to expend money, or (b )the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of this Resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity, is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c) such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 8. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon ap-

proval by the County Executive. The adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Legislator Rath and duly put to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows: AYES: Patrick B. Burke, Betty Jean Grant, Thomas A. Loughran, Barbara Miller-Williams, Peter J. Savage III, Lynne M. Dixon, Kevin R. Hardwick, Joseph C. Lorigo, John J. Mills, Ted B. Morton and Edward A. Rath III NOES: None THE RESOLUTION WAS DECLARED ADOPTED. * * * Legislator Lorigo offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLVED BY THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The Clerk of the Erie County Legislature is hereby directed to publish the foregoing bond resolution, in full, in the Challenger Newspaper, the Amherst Bee Newspaper and the Hamburg Sun, the official newspapers of the County for such publication, together with a notice in substantially the form prescribed in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law of the State of New York. Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately. * * * CERTIFICATE I, Karen M. McCarthy, Clerk of the Erie County Legislature, State of New York, HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing annexed extract from the minutes of a meeting of the Erie County Legislature duly called and held on July 30, 2015, has been compared by me with the original minutes as officially recorded in my office in the Minute Book of said County Legislature and is a true, complete and correct copy thereof. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the corporate seal of said County this 30th day of August, 2015. Karen M. McCarthy Clerk of the Erie County Legislature

LEGAL NOTICE Bids COUNTY OF ERIE NOTICE TO BIDDERS GOODRICH ROAD CR216 REHAB PROJECT NO: CAP-216-15 The Department of Public Works (DPW), Division of Highways, is seeking sealed bids for road mill, overlay, reconstruction project. Sealed proposals will be received at the DPW, 95 Franklin St, Rm 1400, Buffalo, NY at 10 am, Thursday, August 27, 2015. Bid deposit of $160,000.00 required. Apprenticeship and MWBE utilization included. Plans will be available for purchase at $20/CD from Thursday, August 13, 2015 through bid date. Pre-let meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 10 am, DPW, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY. Additional Bid submittal information on the Erie County website at: http:// www2.erie.gov/dpw

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Essential Information All Parents Need to Know!

On Monday, August 31, at Bennett High School #200, from 4 to 8 pm, the Office of Parent and Family Engagement, along with Central Registration and the District Parent Coordinating Council (DPCC), will host a District-Wide Orientation called “BPS IS CHANGING: Essential Information ALL Parents Need to Know”.In order to make this an informative and exciting occasion for parents and guardians, the following departments will make a 10-minute presentation of pertinent information that BPS families need to know: •Adult Education •Athletics•Attendance •Career and Technical Education •Central Registration •Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction •Extended Learning Time •Food Service •Guidance/Counseling •Health Related Services •Information Tech: Parent Portal •Multilingual Education •Parent & Family Engagement •Physical Education & Health •Receivership •Say Yes •Special Education •Transportation LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE 8/20/2015 TOWN OF HAMBURG DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT “ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDDERS”

Sealed Bids Are Hereby Requested For Project 2015 - 02: “Infrastructure Reconstruction” all in accordance with specifications on file with the Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office, Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. Said specifications may be obtained from the Hamburg Town Clerk during regular business hours, Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Through to September 4, 2015) and then during regular business hours, Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (September 8, 2015 - September 9, 2015). (One (1) “Bid Package” may be collected at no charge. Additional “Bid Packages” can be purchased for $50.00 each. Funds paid for additional Bid Packages will NOT be returned. Checks for additional Bid Packages should be made payable to the: “Hamburg Town Clerk”. Said bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Hamburg Town Hall conference room at 11:30 a.m. local time (according to the clock within Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office) on Thursday, September 10, 2015 and thereafter considered by the Town of Hamburg. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond in the minimum amount equal to the contract award. Attention is called to the fact that Community Development Funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are being used to reconstruct approximately 1500 linear feet of road within the Village of Blasdell. Due to the use of federal CDBG funds, compliance with Title VI and other applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Executive Order 11246 (Buffalo Plan); Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 as amended; Section 109 of Order 11625 (Utilization of Minority Business Enterprises); Davis-Bacon and Related Acts is required. “The Town reserves the right to reject all bids and to waive any informalities.” Sealed Bids Must Be Marked: “2015 INFRASTRUCTURE RECONSTRUCTION” Dated: August 20, 2015 Catherine Rybczynski; Town Clerk, Town of Hamburg

“LEGAL NOTICE” 8/20/2015 TOWN OF HAMBURG DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT “ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDDERS” Sealed Bids Are Hereby Requested For Project 2015 - 01: “Waterline Reconstruction” all in accordance with specifications on file with the Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office, Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. Said specifications may be obtained from the Hamburg Town Clerk during regular business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Through to September 4, 2015) and then during regular business hours, Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (September 8, 2015 - September 9, 2015). One (1) “Bid Package” may be collected at no charge. Additional “Bid Packages” can be purchased for $50.00 each. Funds paid for additional Bid Packages will NOT be returned. Checks for additional Bid Packages should be made payable to the: “Hamburg Town Clerk”. Said bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Hamburg Town Hall conference room at 11:00 a.m. local time (according to the clock within Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office) on Thursday, September 10, 2015 and thereafter considered by the Town of Hamburg. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond in the minimum amount equal to the contract award. Attention is called to the fact that Community Development Funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are being used to reconstruct approximately 700 linear feet of waterlines within the Village of Hamburg. Due to the use of federal CDBG funds, compliance with Title VI and other applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Executive Order 11246 (Buffalo Plan); Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 as amended; Section 109 of Order 11625 (Utilization of Minority Business Enterprises); Davis-Bacon and Related Acts is required. “The Town reserves the right to reject all bids and to waive any informalities.” Sealed Bids Must Be Marked: “2015 WATERLINE RECONSTRUCTION” Dated: August 20, 2015 Catherine Rybczynski; Town ClerkTown of Hamburg

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE! To all Municipalities, Local and National Governments,STATES,U.S. Agents, Attorneys, Corporations, Persons, Vessels,Counties, Militaries, Courts, United States of America, UNITED STATES, UNITED NATIONS, and to Territories in Possession of UNITED STATES, United States d/b/a Department of Home Land Security, United States Treasury Department, United Nations and United Nations Security Council, Vatican, Indian tribes, Associated Bands and Clans. The following election to occupy The Office of Executor for Ronald Jamarl Dixon Estate was held in the city of Washington DC on September 10, 1990. For which “I” Ronald Jamarl tribe Dixon, a Native American, a man standing on the land Amexem/North America, I have now accepted the position of Institutional Executor, and General Protectorate of the divine Estate gifted and granted me by the Divine Creator. Therefore I affirm and declare that upon occupying this office, I will not be responsible for the payments of any debts or obligations of them United States of America and neither for any payments or Obligations of any debts for any United States Person/ citizen. By: Ronald Jamarl tribe Dixon; Executor Roedixon247@hushmail.com

EMPLOYMENT CDPAS Billing Specialist: Bill, record and track program activity. Excellent communication skills required. BUFFALO & ERIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Please check out our website at:

http://www.buffalolib.org/ content/employment-opportunities/job-postings

JOBS

Buffalo Employment and Training Center 77 Goodell St., Buffalo, 856-5627/ Fax 7856-5670 www.workforcebuffalo.org LEGAL NOTICE RFP

LEGAL NOTICE Bids COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS For Erie County Law Library 2nd Floor Renovations ECDPW Project No. JH-15-07 Separate sealed bids for: General Construction work for the above project will be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works in Suite 1400 of the Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202 until 10:30 AM local time on September 2, 2015 at which time they will be opened and read aloud. MBE/WBE requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www.erie. gov/dpw/

LEGAL NOTICE Bids NFTA Procurement Invitation to Bid 4505 - I-190 INTEGRATED CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PROJECT 4497 - PAPER PRODUCTS FOR BUFFALO NIAGARA INTERNATIONAL Download Bids from www. nfta.com

Housing/ Apartments / Rooms ROOMS FOR RENT ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, Bailey-Delavan. $325$480. Everything included. (716)818-3410.

HOME FOR SALE East Side Home For Sale. Double. 716-983-0540.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL / CONTRACT POSITION DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor is seeking an individual or agency to help with fundraising and development of properties along Michigan Ave Corridor. Interested candidates or agencies should view the RFP on the commission’s website: michiganstreetbuffalo.org Responses due no later than 9:00 am Monday August 31. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL / CONTRACT POSITION MARKETING COORDINATOR

The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor is seeking an individual or agency to help with event planning, branding, and advertising. Interested candidates or agencies should view the RFP on the commission’s website: michiganstreetbuffalo.org Responses due no later than 9:00 am Monday August 31. GARAGE SALE

Garage Sale

344 Norwalk Ave. Saturday August 22. 9am-7pm. Kitchen utensils, costume jewelry, DVD, TV, clothing, shoes, churchlady hats, “knick-knaks/what-knots,” furniture, cloth napkins and tablecloths, etc.

IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE!

Apply online to this posting at https://www.ecc.edu/work/

Director of Admissions

Opening Date: 8/11/2015 Closing Date: 9/1/2015 Internal and External AAECC Bulletin No.: 2015 - 0907 Distinguishing Features of The Class: The work involves coordinating and directing the admissions and recruitment functions of the College. Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management, the incumbent is responsible for the supervision of Admissions Counselors, the Welcome Center, and administrative and clerical staff. The incumbent is responsible for the development and coordination of the College’s recruitment efforts and training of college staff. Additionally, the Director of Admissions will have direct input regarding the College’s marketing and communication efforts. The incumbent is also involved in special projects and assignments involving College recruitment. Does related duties as required. Typical Work Activities: Provides direction over the Office of Admissions and the Welcome Center; Directs, plans and implements a comprehensive College Recruitment master plan. This includes, but is not limited to, the identification of prospective student populations, the development of outreach efforts to meet enrollment goals, maintaining the College’s communication plan, and developing assessment mechanisms to evaluate ECC’s outreach efforts ; *Develops operating and processing procedures for the Office of Admissions and the Welcome Center; *Coordinates the development of training components for the processing and review of student applications; *Provides training for the Welcome Center staff, Admissions Counselors and College Recruitment staff; *Responsible for accurate input of student data within Ellucian Colleague (or relevant ERP or CRM) system (s); *Provides admissions processing and enrollment data with analysis based on recruitment and enrollment objectives; *Participates in enrollment management meetings at the College, providing data analysis; *Develops procedures utilizing SUNY Central Office of Access Services; *Recommends to Vice President of Academic Affairs academic standard changes; *Participates in developing enrollment goals and student profiles for academic departments; *Recommends to Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management changes in Admissions procedures; *Coordinates with the Publications/Marketing Department the development of marketing initiatives and College recruitment materials; *Develops procedures for maintenance, storage and disposition of records; *Responsible for the maintenance of Ellucian Colleague(ERP, CRM, etc.) for Admissions; *Participates in the development of joint admissions and transfer articulations with other institutions; *Develops and monitors yearly budgets. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of recruitment and admissions procedures at the college level; good knowledge of educational procedures and practices at the college level; ability to develop and supervise student services activities, including admissions functions; ability to coordinate and direct the work of others; ability to prepare statistical materials effectively; good organizational ability; sound professional judgment; courtesy; tact; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Master’s degree, and five (5) years’ experience in educational administration with supervisory capacity. NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements Special Requirements: Director of Admissions - North Campus AAECC - Full Time - Job Group XIV Salary range $63,912.81 to $73,263.57 plus benefits Please include cover letter, current resume and unofficial transcripts with application. Official transcripts due 30 days from employment

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Thursday August 27

Meet & Greet for Fillmore District Council Candidates: 5:30 p.m. Merriweather Library, David A. Franzcyk, Samuel A. Herbert and Joseph A. Mascia; 602-5877. Khametic Ascendants: 9-10 a.m. & 12:30 a.m. Public Access Channel 20.

Enough is Enough Prayer: 6p.m. sharp. Kermit and Bailey. Everyone invited. For info George Johnson @8183410.

COMMUNITY RECEPTION FOR SANDRA WILLIAMS BUSH , MERRIWEATHER LIBRARY BRANCH MANAGER: 4-6 p.m., Merriweather Library, Jefferson & Utica.

Eva Doyle to Host Fundraiser Help With The Costs Of Bringing Mathematician Shahid Muhammad to Buffalo! Merriweather library from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more info 8476010 or 507-5280. (See pg 3)

First Time Home Buyer Informational Meeting: 6 p.m. sharp!, FLARE, Inc., 307 Leroy Reserve your seat 838-6740

Free Visions Screenings: 5 – 6:30 p.m., Westiminister Community Charter School, 24 Westminister Ave. 635-4959.

“We Beat Drums Not Each Other”: 5-7 p.m., African rhythms, history, culture & community fun; free for youth; 715-3727.

Saturday August 29

The Durham Central City Baby Café: every Wed. and Thurs. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 E. Eagle, Outreach Center. Dinner free! Doris Gayles 885-6348.

Dorie Miller Rifle and Pistol Club Inc. New Members Orientation: 5:30 p.m., 1423 Fillmore Ave. For info. (716) 771-0138 or www.maxi7.com CANDIDATES FORUM: 7 p.m., the Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Ave. open to the public.*(See pg. 3)

Master’s Touch Professional Happy Hour: Oaak Room, 1435 Main St.; Happy Hour 8-10 p.m.; Party 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. LAST Movie Rama End Time Series: “Tell Hell I Ain’t Coming,” 7 p.m., First Holy Temple, 703 Fillmore, 896-3896 f

Rick James Funk Fest: 2 – 10 p.m. at LaSalle Park 6th Annual Gina Davis Jes Breathe Walking 4 Hope: MLK Park; free registration starts @ 9 a.m. (See Page 5.) Mothers & Daughters Luncheon: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Martha Mitchell Community Center, 175 Oakmont Ave. Sunday August 23 Jefferson Arts Festival: Jefferson Avenue, between East Ferry Street and East Utica Street, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday August 24 Salsa in the Park with Salsa Sarah and Jerome Williams: 7- 9 p.m., The Rose Gardens at Delaware Park. Afrikan Consciousness Workshop: 6-7:45 p.m. Merriweather Library Jefferson @ E. Utica; every Monday; public invited.

Wednesday August 26 Fundraiser to Help Elect Samuel A. Herbert Fillmore District Council Member: 5:30-8 p.m., The Groove Lounge,1210 Broadway, $20 per person. (Cash Only)

SPERRY PARK UNITY DAY! 24th Annual Sperry Park Unity Day, 10 am – 1 pm, 166 Sherman St. free food, games basketball tournaments (716) 348-2766 for more info.

Khametic Ascendants: 9-10 a.m. & 12:30 a.m., Public Access Channel 20. The Durham Central City Baby Café: every Wednesday and Thursday 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 E. Eagle in the Durham Outreach Center. Dinner is free! Doris Gayles 885-6348. Dorie Miller Rifle and Pistol Club Inc. Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Merriweather library, 1324 Jefferson; For info. 771-0138 or www.maxi7com

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2015 *SAMUEL A. HERBERT: Fundraiser to Help Elect Samuel A. Herbert, Fillmore District Council Member, Wednesday, August 26, 5:308 p.m., $20 per person, The Groove Lounge, 1210 Broadway.No checks or charge cards - CASH only at the door

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An open letter from Buffalo Teachers Federation President Philip Rumore Setting the record straight after The Buffalo News misrepresents the facts in contract negotiations with the Buffalo School District

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Philip Rumore

President Buffalo Teachers Federation