THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE VILLAGE OF ELLICOTTVILLE AND THE TOWNS OF ELLICOTTVILLE, GREAT VALLEY AND MANSFIELD,
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AUGUST 23-29, 2013
Smart Tips for Sports Parents: Be Loud, Be Proud, Be Positive
By Jann Wiswall
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Most of us have heard horror stories about parents behaving badly at their children’s sporting events. Dads punching coaches. Moms berating kids on the other team. Parental melees occurring over “bad” calls. Fortunately, said Ellicottville Central Schools Athletic Director Karl Schwartz, “The culture in Ellicottville is very positive. Parents generally understand that coaches have their child’s best interests in mind. I can only remember one time in my 21 years at the school when a parent had to be escorted from the stands due to bad behavior.” At the beginning of every new sports season, Schwartz and all coaches hold a meeting for parents and athletes to complete all necessary paperwork and to explain Ellicottville’s rules, regulations and expectations. The meeting — the fall season meeting was held on Aug. 15 — is especially important for families whose children are joining teams for the first time. “We explain ‘The Ellicottville Way,’” said Schwartz, which can be summed up by the school’s slogan — “Be Loud, Be Proud, Be Positive.” Essentially, this means that “if you’re going to say anything, make it positive.” “We also talk about how parents and coaches interact,” he said. “Parents need to take care not to undermine the coaches.” Yelling instructions at kids from the sidelines confuses — even embarrasses — the children, especially the littlest kids who don’t know whom to listen to. Roger Spell, a volunteer See Sports Parents page 6
Ellicottville Town Board
Ellicottville - Great Valley Trail Proposal Submitted By Jann Wiswall
The good news at the Town of Ellicottville’s Board meeting was the report that Town Supervisor John Burrell is at home and feeling much better after his recent surgery. Deputy Supervisor Ken Hinman, who chaired the meeting in Burrell’s absence, delivered that report on Aug. 21, 2013.
Ellicottville Town Center
Another piece of good news was that the Ellicottville-Great Valley Trail committee submitted its grant application to the Transportation Enhancement Program (TEP) of the New York State Department of Transportation. The $2 million grant requires the sponsoring agency — in this case the Town of Ellicottville — to commit to funding 20 percent of the project, or $400,000. Fundraising for the local portion is underway. Trail committee member Mark Alianello said it will probably take months before the committee hears anything from the state and that this grant would represent only a part of the funds needed to complete the entire trail. The committee is seeking additional grant opportunities to fund more of the project. Hinman, who chairs the trail committee, also said that a number of area contractors have committed to volunteering to help clear the See Ellicottville Town Board page 6
Free Money for Arts Projects
Mansfield Projects Progress Verizon and National Fuel Moving Lines into WestMont Ridge
By Jann Wiswall
Last month, the Town of Mansfield’s Board was asked by Town Assessor Robin Pearl to consider entering into a Coordinated Assessment Program (CAP) agreement with the Town of Allegany beginning in October 2013. CAP, a state program that partners two or more towns in
CVG-Genesee Valley Chorus
See Arts Projects page 8
See Mansfield Board page 7
Murphy, Zlockie, Love Attain Highest Rank William Murphy, Luke Zlockie and Rick Love have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Boy
DEC Grants Bring Art into Communities
The Cattaraugus County Arts Council (CCAC) administers the Decentralization program for the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), which provides funding for projects that enhance art and culture in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua and Allegany counties. CCAC will grant over $60,800 to fund local arts and culture projects to be completed in 2014. “The hopes for these grants are to bring arts and culture to our communities and to enhance the overall artistic nature of Western New York,” said CCAC Programs and Grants Manager Courtney Blackmon. Grant Money Available! Community Arts Grants: Your eligible nonprofit organization or sponsored organization can address the cultural needs of your community through $500 - $5,000 in arts programming to develop, foster, promote, enhance and increase
Town Supervisor Bob Keis updated the board on a number of other ongoing projects, starting with construction progress on the new highway garage. Keis reported that plumbing infrastructure is now complete and the concrete floor will be poured within the next two weeks. Additional
Eagle Scouts To Be Honored
By Eva Potter
Have you dreamed of a cool arts project but haven’t pulled it off due to lack of funding? Would $500 - $5,000 help? Regional artists and organizations are in luck! Three different grants can turn your vision into reality.
a county that share the same assessment equalization rate and assessment cycle, also requires the towns to have the same assessor. While Mansfield reappointed Pearl to a six-year term in June, Allegany has not yet appointed an assessor. As a result, the board tabled further discussion, if necessary, until its next meeting.
Scouts. This accomplishment represents almost five years of adventure, fun, work, and dedication to the Boy Scout program. All three young men are members of EllicottvilleGreat Valley Troop 652.
William Murphy, Luke Zlockie and Rick Love, members of Troop 652, recently achieved Eagle Scout rank.
During the process of satisfying the requirements for the Eagle Rank, they have performed community service, provided service and leadership to their troop, and have earned numerous merit badges. Mark Kurtis, Troop 652 Scoutmaster, says, “I’m happy for them. They are proud of their achievements. They should be. Each of these young See Eagle Scouts page 8
Three More Days of Motoring Ahead
Rally Ends Sunday By Eva Potter
When asked why people should come to Rally in the Valley, event founder Dennis Jones answered, “To experience the biggest event that Olean has!” The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, Gowanda Harley Davidson,
and the Greater Olean Motorcycle Enthusiasts are hosting the 11th annual Rally in the Valley, which will conclude on Sunday afternoon in Olean. The five-day motorcycle rally benefits a host of community charities and is expected to draw over 8,000 participants and spectators.
The event kicked off Aug. 21 with a Rally Warm-up event at the CUTCO/KA-BAR Visitors Center and featured a chicken BBQ, door prizes, motorcycles and the unveiling of the annual Rally commemorative KABAR knife. Jones said the knife is made each year just for See Rally page 8