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August 23 Tuscan Moon Michael Kerns Tribute
13 Challenge Courses, Mountain Coaster and Climbing Forest at Holiday Valley
August 31 Dirty Duathlon & Dirty Bit Trail Run Holiday Valley September 4 First day of School for ECS
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Many outdoor enthusiasts may already know about Holiday Valley’s Sky High Adventure Park. Trip Advisor lists it as the number one attraction in Ellicottville. Have you experienced it firsthand? If you haven’t visited the park recently, it’s time to make plans to come back. Whether you love the strategy behind maneuvering, seek out thrill rides, or just love to climb trees, Sky High will meet all your requirements for a great time. “People really love it, enjoy having a unique adventure with their kids and friends,” said Jane Eshbaugh, marketing director at Holiday Valley. Aerial Park Set in the woods near Tannenbaum Lodge, the Aerial Park’s 13 challenge courses are family friendly and geared to a wide range of ability levels. From easiest to most difficult, including three yellow courses, five greens, two blues, two single black diamond and one double black diamond, most people are able to complete the courses they try. All courses except the Commando have at least one zip line. The yellow courses are about 15 feet off the ground and gain height with each difficulty level. Each course consists of a series of platforms, “bridges,”
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October 3 Nightmare Hayrides Season Opening October 4 Headstands for Humanity October 5 EVGV Trail Open House October 11 Fall Festival 5K Run/Walk Holiday Valley October 11-12 Ellicottville’s Fall Festival October 11 Fall Festival 5K Run/Walk Holiday Valley November 1 EVL Half Marathon, 5K and Kids’ Race November 8 Beer and Wine Festival November 16 Routes to Art Holiday Sale at Holiday Valley
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EVL Highway Supt. Position: Elected or Appointed? of highway superintendent. The board’s action prompts a mandatory referendum, putting the issue on the November election ballot. If voters approve the law, it would not take effect until the end of the current elected highway superintendent’s term, which expires Dec. 31, 2015. Several members of the community attended the public hearing to comment and ask questions. Voters to Decide in November Ellicottville resident Nita Widger asked the By Jann Wiswall board to explain its reasoning for the proposed Following a public hearing on the issue, law. the Town of Ellicottville’s board voted on Town Supervisor John Burrell said one of the Wednesday, Aug. 20, to pass a local law biggest advantages is to ensure the next highway abolishing the elective office of the highway superintendent and create the appointed office See Highway Supt. Position page 8
Monster of all Runs Set for Ellicottville this Fall ELLICOTTVILLE, N.Y. — Oh, the horror! From competitive runners used to burying the competition to newbies looking to knock off their first race, the inaugural EVL Halloween Half Marathon and 5K on Nov. 1 in Ellicottville has something for everyone. Whether you’re a zombie, ghost or goblin …
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one of the good guys (Spiderman, Batwoman anyone?) a princess or prince charming … you won’t want to miss what organizers are predicting will be the “2014 race to die for” (metaphorically speaking of course). “There are several reasons why you and your friends won’t want to miss this event, starting with the fact we’re catering to runners of all ages and experience levels, with everything from a half marathon for distance runners, to a 5K for those who prefer the shorter races to a ¾ mile fun run for 4–12 year olds,” observed race coorganizer Doug Bush, an Ironman coach who has killed a few races of his own over the years. “The runs are designed to be as challenging as you want them to be, but at the same time, the main goal here is to have fun. Which is See Monster of all Runs page 5
Local Artist Pursuing his Passion by Drawing Attention to Himself Ellicottville Native Making his Mark as an Illustrator
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“No great artist ever sees things as they really are. If he did, he would cease to be an artist.”– Oscar Wilde
The quote above most accurately describes Logan Fitzpatrick’s aspirations as an artist, illustrator and painter. The Ellicottville native is certainly making his mark in what has become an See Local Artist page 6
Mansfield Hires FEMA Recovery Consultant 30-Day, $30K Contract Approved by Board By Jann Wiswall
The Town of Mansfield’s board contracted with Simmons Recovery Consulting (SRC) for a 30-day, not-to-exceed $30,000 agreement after hearing a presentation from its director of business development, Ryan Frykholm, at its meeting on Monday, Aug. 18.
According to Frykholm, SRC helps municipalities get the most from its Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) claims. Its expertise in disaster recovery allows it to ensure that municipalities are applying for and receiving as much aid — both for emergency repairs and for mitigations they are legally entitled to. In Mansfield, strong storms and heavy rains See Minsfield Hires FEMA Consultant page 4
Whitewater Park in the Works WNY Community Support Needed for Scoby Dam Project
By Alicia Dziak
The chills and thrills of whitewater adventure are potentially closer than you think. A whitewater park
is in the planning phase by Springville Whitewater Park (SWWP) for Springville’s Scoby Dam Park, which lies in Erie County, right near the border of Cattaraugus County, off Route 219. The Scoby Dam currently See Whitewater Park, page 11
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Weekend Brings More Rally in the Valley Events Even though Rally in the Valley is already underway, there’s still plenty of fun to enjoy this weekend. On Thursday night, come to the Street Dance on Laurens Street in Olean, 7–10 p.m. Activities include line dancing, games, the Rally Harley Davidson Raffle, and music by WEST. Food will be provided by Sparky’s Pizza with Certo Brothers beverages. The Rally kick starts on Friday at 5:30 p.m. with a motorcycle from the Olean Middle School parking lot on Wayne Street to Bradner Stadium. The Rally encourages all to wear pink to the rally in honor of breast cancer survivors and loved ones. Enter your rides in the annual bike show Friday. The public decide who has the best bikes with awards in nine categories. Four parachutists from Free Fall Oz who will also “drop” into the stadium around 7 p.m. Be part of the jump by taking a chance on their Drop in on the Plate contest. A fireworks show, presented by Mike’s Hard Lemonade, will happen once it is dark. A free concert will feature The Porcelain Bus Drivers. The Rally will also present the seventh annual BYOBW — Bring your Own Big Wheel Adult Race until 11 p.m. S t r o e h m a n n ’s / B I M B O Bakeries Saturday Fun & Games will be Aug. 23. The stadium will turn into a street festival with a variety of activities including bike
contests, bands, foods and vendors 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Test your motorcycling skills and balance at the Biker Rodeo. Compete for a chance to win cash prizes. Caricatures by Eric Jones will be drawing some cartoon of folks 1-3 p.m. Musical entertainment on Saturday includes The Girls noon–3 p.m., Fat Brat 4–7 p.m. and Trolls 8–11 p.m. Back again on Saturday only, the Rally will host the Street Masters Car Show in War Veterans Park. The events will be connected via the tunnel under East State Street. Hotrods, Ratrods, Kustoms, Classics, Muscle, Original, Burnfinds, Gassers, Drag Cars, Bikes … come down and be a part of the show. Car registration begins 9 a.m. with dash plaques to the first 100 cars. Also appearing — locally owned Sheila G’s 7-second rear engine rail dragster of Ed McCleaft from Shinglehouse, Pa. At this year’s Leisure Time Powersports Sunday Dice Run, bikes will run a 120-mile Poker Run on Aug. 24 ending at Bradner Stadium. The bikers will compete for $2,000 in cash prizes. Automobiles will complete a 50-mile poker run and compete for $500 in cash prizes. Registration for the Dice Run is $15 for driver and $15 for passenger. Registration for the Poker Run is $10 for driver and $10 for any passengers. The registration fees include a $7 food voucher and chances to win the prizes.
The Hootn’Anges will provide music from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Other activities include a Corn Hole Tournament. Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and the Olean Area Motorcycle Enthusiasts are raffling off a Harley Davidson 2014 Brilliant Silver Pearl Street Glide FLHX during the 12th Annual Rally in the Valley! The raffle ticket offers first prize of the Street Glide; second prize, the 2014 Polaris Sportsman 570 EFI ATV; third prize, the 2014 Carmate V-Nose 7x12 Enclosed Trailer, plus a host of other prizes. Tickets are available for $20 each or three tickets for $50 with a limit of 3,000 tickets to be sold. Winner will be announced on Aug. 24. Purchase tickets before the event at Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, Poor Cow Leather, Rally committee members and during the Rally event. Charities and community organizations benefiting this year include HomeCare/ Hospice; Child Advocacy Center; Olean Airport Marketing Group; Olean Food Pantry; Genesis House; Dream It Do It; Dempsey Club; Allegany/Olean Youth Wrestling; Boy Scouts; and the Salvation Army. More information and registration forms can be found at www.oleanny.com or call Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce at (716) 3724433, visit FACEBOOK.com/ RallyInTheValleyOleanNY, or email tourism@oleanny.com.
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5–8 p.m. at the Ellicottville Town Center (next to the Nannen Arboretum). The event includes cheeses, grilled meats (babotie) and vegetables (rusks). This educational seminar is an invitation-only fundraiser for the Ellicottville Food Pantry, and tickets are $40 per person or $75 per couple. Volunteers are needed to help with the event. Your time is greatly appreciated. To get your invitation or volunteer, please call (716) 699-4474 or e-mail shannon.evillespirits@ gmail.com by Sept. 6.
Ask anyone who has attended Michael Kerns fundraiser parties in the past and you will get a variety of opinions about the best part of this annual event. Isn’t it time you come and see what you’ve been missing? On Saturday, Aug. 23, the Rotary Club of Ellicottville is hosting their 2014 fundraiser Tuscan Moon: A Tribute to Michael Kerns. And it’s all made possible with the help of Holiday Valley, John Harvard’s Brew House and Tom Kneeland. There are so many special reasons to attend this year’s gourmet cocktail and dinner party, which begins at 6 p.m. at the John Harvard’s Pool Complex at Holiday Valley. The fantastic food is a delight to the senses, highlighted by this year’s sampling of Italian specialties from 15 participating restaurants. From mouthwatering starters like Crab Stuffed Artichoke Hearts from Katy’s Café to a main course of Wild Boar Lasagna from the Silver Fox, you will taste the best of the best Ellicottville has to offer. Adding a special touch to this portion of the meal — the
appetizers will be served by volunteers from ECS sports programs. With serving stations for each restaurant, you can try a little of everything or a lot of your favorites, either way you will be impressed with the great gourmet choices on the menu. You definitely won’t go home hungry, but be smart and save room for the best dessert table you have ever seen. Tom Kneeland and Watson’s Chocolates combine to create a 20-foot table of the most sinfully decadent creations. Check out the menu posted in many establishments around town or online at http://www. ellicottvilleny.com/tuscanmoon. If you’re looking for a great bargain, then come for the Silent Auction. With more than 30 baskets up for bidding and a number of great surprises, it’s time to get your competitive game on. The Live Auction provides some great opportunities to see the Sabres from great club seats. Many unique items like superior quality CUTCO knife sets, a custom-designed McCarthy birdhouse or a round
of golf at Springville Country Club are sold well below retail in this fun auction. The Strangers, Buffalo’s favorite party band, will provide the live musical entertainment for the evening. This year, the stage has been moved to the far end of the patio to open up the dance floor for this always-entertaining cover band. And of course, you should come to be with the people, who represent the real heart of the evening. A wellrounded group of over 200 people from all over come to this annual event for the camaraderie and good-natured fun in this gorgeous slopeside setting around the pools at John Harvard’s Cabana Bar Complex at Holiday Valley. So whatever your reason, come out and help support the many good things that the Rotary Foundation and Family Support for Ellicottville do for the community. You will feel great. We guarantee it! Tickets can be purchased at the Gin Mill, Katy’s Café, Natures Remedy and E-Ville Spirits & Wines, or call (716) 699-8758. See you there!
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Kangaroos and Ostriches and Wildebeest, Oh My! See Dozens of Animals Up Close at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure
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You don’t have to travel the world to go on a real safari. Just a short drive from Ellicottville, you’ll find one of the area’s most unique places — Hidden Valley Animal Adventure in Varysburg, where you can get up close and personal with dozens of exotic animals like camels, zebras, wildebeest, bison and ostriches, to name a few. Approaching Hidden Valley on a rural country road, you’ll notice the beautiful property sprawl out in front of you, highlighted by a two-story timber frame lodge and a swan-filled lake, beckoning you to see what this place is all about. Park your car and head into the lodge to purchase your tickets for the ride of the summer. Guests will enjoy a relaxing one-hour trolley tour. Everyone gets one cup of food to share with any animal friends you wish along the tour (and more can be purchased along the way). Tour guides give interesting facts about all the animals, most of which come right up to the trolley to get their grub. Even if you’ve been there before, there’s always something new to see along this part of your journey. “This season we’ve added two ostriches, a red kangaroo, a baby nilgai, and two baby Boer goats,” said Carol Doggett, marketing director for Hidden Valley Animal Adventure. “We’ve also created a separate exhibit area for our wildebeest. And there
are babies being born all the time to include a newborn zebra last month.” The trolley meanders over a hilly road, leading through gated sections that feature various animals. “Hidden Valley Animal Adventure offers a unique, up close and personal experience with the animals,” explained Doggett. “Your guided trolley tour through the park stops several times for the animals to come right up to the trolley where you can feed them and see them up close. You can also walk among the smaller, friendly animals in our Small Animal Adventure.” The Small Animal Adventure, accessible near the lodge once the trolley tour concludes, resembles a gated petting zoo, with several animals such as burros, zebu, pot-bellied pigs, mini horses, llama, sheep and goats coming right up to you as you walk through. Make it even more fun by purchasing a cup of grain for $1 and feed the animals as you pass by them. The Small Animal Adventure admission is included with general admission, or it can also be purchased separately for $6 if you only wish to do that. Before or after you visit with the animals, stop for a bite to eat in the beautiful timber lodge. “The lower level of the lodge houses The Trailside Grill & Bar, which offers a full dining experience for guests, including kid meals for families,” explained Doggett. “We also offer hard and soft ice cream and a patio concession stand for a quick snack or
meal.” Picnic tables are also available in the apple orchard, in front of the Small Animal Adventure area, for those who wish to pack a picnic lunch. This time of year, and through Labor Day, Hidden Valley is open daily, and in the upcoming months, various special events are also planned. On Aug. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., is Hidden Valley’s third and final car cruise of the season, which is free to the public. On Sunday, Sept. 28 is the annual Fall Fest, one of Hidden Valley’s biggest events of the year. “On that day, we have lots of activities to include live animal demonstrations, antique tractor cruise, antique farming equipment and harvesting demonstrations, games, a craft show, pumpkins, safari tours and a huge bonfire at dusk,” said Doggett. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is $18 for adults, $14 for children ages 3-10, and free for children 2 and under. Special group rates and season passes are also available. Admission includes the trolley tour, the Small Animal Park and one cup of grain. Hidden Valley Animal Adventure, located at 2887 Royce Rd. in Varysburg, N.Y., offers a unique, familyfriendly experience for animal lovers of all ages. Combine its breathtaking setting with the array of animals you definitely won’t see every day, and you’ve got yourself a day of adventure that won’t soon be forgotten.
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The emergency responders at 911 are getting a lot of bum calls these days. Literally. Of course, they have always received a lot of screwy calls. There was the California woman who made an angry 911 call because Burger King served her a normal burger and not the Western Bacon Cheeseburger that she ordered. There was the Nashville woman who, despite being warned to stop, kept calling 911 complaining that her boyfriend was refusing to marry her. And there was the drunk who kept calling 911 asking for “sexy female deputies” which although wrong, would make an excellent name for an all-girls rock band. However, 10 percent of all frivolous calls to 911 are now considered bum calls. In the realm of emergency requests, these are officially known as “butt dials” from people sitting on their cell phones and inadvertently dialing in 911. The Toronto police department claims it is now getting over 300 “butt dials” a day. Urban Dictionary definition: “butt dial” is when your cell phone accidentally calls someone you did not mean to while on your person.” I would define a “butt dial” as proof that your butt is a lot smarter than you have ever given it credit. Think about it - when your rear end dials out on your smart phone, there’s no denying that you’re hauling around a couple of fairly intelligent cheeks back there. Can you imagine your plumber accidentally “butt dialing” with his cell phone in the back pocket of his jeans while he’s bent over fixing the float on your sump pump?!? And no matter how busy his hands might be, do not answer an incoming “butt call,” okay? The result of most “butt dials” is annoying but harmless for the 911 responders who sit there listening to dance music or construction site
sounds or babies gurgling with no one on the line. Yet some “butt dials” are actually working out pretty well for the police. When dispatchers in Portland, Oregon received a “butt dial” at the switchboard, they almost hung up until they realized they were listening in on a drug deal. Using GPS, they tracked the meth dealer to an alley just a block from the police station. For possession and delivery of drugs, Raleigh Reynolds will be separated from his cell phone for several consecutive years. And his nickname in prison will definitely not be Beavis, but close? In Fresno, California, two young men were driving around when one accidentally “butt dialed” 911. The dispatcher heard one say: “Get the bolt and give me the hammer just in case.” What followed was the smashing of glass, the theft of prescription drugs, the arrest of two stoners who were completely confused about their arrest after the cop revealed: “Hey, you called us.” Please note that the police located them from their 911 conversation. Stu and Stupid did not — I repeat — did not sit on the car’s GPS unit thus sending their “butt dial” coordinates to the police dispatcher. “We’re good. I got enough jewelry,” caught the attention of a 911 dispatcher as two lowlifes burglarized the home of a widow during her husband’s funeral service. The police were waiting at the pawn shop the burglars had discussed during their “buttock conversation.” Similarly, two druggies talking on an accidental “butt dial” from a Waffle House in Georgia were arrested for possessing way, way more than the Pecan Waffle Plate with sausage and a side of grits. Poor Douglas Wolaver of Sidney, Ohio. Not only did his “butt dial” lead police to the house
he was burglarizing, but— and if it wasn’t for bad luck this guy would have none at all—the low battery in his cell phone started beeping and gave away his hiding place too! Similarly, in a forest in Arkansas, two female criminals alerted 911 police with an accidental “butt dial.” Their exact location was pinpointed when the screen on their cell phone lit up in the dark. A least one “butt dial” call has caused an ethical dilemma. A woman in Winnetka, Illinois received a “terrifying cell phone call” from her husband who is a middle school teacher. He was driving home, listening to his hiphop music on the radio when he accidentally “bum speed dialed” her. When she could get no response from him and hearing all the “gangster-like” rap, she believed he had been taken hostage and she called 911. They sent the SWAT team to the school which then went into lockdown. SWAT members invaded the school, brandishing machine guns and spent three hours searching for kidnap suspects. My problem with this is that any time rap music is heard in public I think the SWAT team should be sent in! Sorry, I hope that didn’t sound too personal, but wasn’t this music supposed to die a natural death like disco, grunge and that hootenanny crap?!? For comments, ideas and copies of The True Story of Wainfleet, go to www.williamthomas.ca
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this past May caused significant damage to roads, bridges, drainage ditches and culverts. Town Highway Superintendent Brad Hurley identified significant damage to portions of six of the town’s roads and initially estimated the damage to be in the neighborhood of $90,000. According to Frykholm, SRC’s strengths lie in its ability to answer two key questions: “What is the true magnitude of the problem?” and “What are we owed?” Frykholm said that SRC serves as the municipality’s advocate. “We know what works and we base our arguments on what the law allows. Our approach is proactive, not reactive,” he explained. And in most communities, SRC is able to identify considerably more damage that can be attributed to a storm than local authorities know to include in their damage assessments. He also emphasized that the firm knows how to document its findings far better than the average applicant who has never dealt with the agency before. “FEMA requires precise and methodical documentation,” he said, adding that “it can insist on getting its money back if projects are not done properly.” SRC’s president, Ron Simmons, who has worked for FEMA and for the NYS Office
of Emergency Management, “knows FEMA better than FEMA staff,” Frykholm said, and personally influenced development of many of the protocols and procedures FEMA uses today. Other municipalities throughout Cattaraugus County also experienced significant highway infrastructure damage due to the spring storms. Gowanda, New Albion and Otto all recently signed contracts with SRC to help them through the FEMA process. Frykholm explained that “FEMA is a reimbursement vehicle.” Municipalities pay upfront for the work that is done. FEMA then pays 75 percent of costs, the state typically pays 12.5 percent and the municipality covers the balance. Under FEMA rules, the direct costs associated with SRC’s work are reimbursable at 75 percent, but indirect costs, such as developing strategy with boards, are not reimbursable. Frykholm acknowledged that there is some risk for municipalities, particularly if SRC’s assessment of repair and mitigation costs do not exceed the town’s own estimates, but assured the board that the risk is offset by the systems SRC uses to carefully and logically develop a strategy that meets FEMA’s requirements and cuts through the red tape. Following Frykholm’s presentation and after he left
the room, Town Supervisor Bob Keis explained that there is urgency for the town right now because FEMA must have its full damage report in less than two months. “The key right now is to be sure we’re identifying all of the damage,” he said. He felt that engaging SRC to help with that assessment and to estimate the costs to repair and mitigate, or reduce the severity of, future damage, would be worth the investment. “These roads must be repaired, but the highway department is already strapped for funds,” said Keis. Without help, he felt, the town will never be able to get ahead of the problems caused by the storms. The board agreed to a shortterm, emergency contract for damage assessment beginning on Aug. 25 under the condition that a preliminary report be presented by SRC to the board at a special meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m., at which time the board may cancel the contract with three days’ notice. If the board feels there is benefit in continuing a relationship with a consulting firm, it will go out for bid for those services. The next regular meeting of the Town of Mansfield board will be held Monday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m.
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why we’re encouraging participants of all ages to wear Halloween costumes and why we’re holding the race in Ellicottville, a place you can’t help but have a good time. We also realize the costume thing isn’t for everyone, so if you just want to come out in your usual running gear that’s totally fine.” “We anticipate a lot of people, especially those coming from farther away, will want to spend the weekend here because there are so many things to do to before and after the race,” said Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Brian McFadden. “I’m not just talking about killing time, if
you’ll pardon the expression, as we could very likely have more shops, restaurants and bars per square block than anywhere else in New York State. And if shopping isn’t your thing, we have hundreds of miles of both trails and quiet country roads for everyone from hikers and runners, to mountain and road bikers.” Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female participants for the half marathon and 5K as well as the top finishers in each age category and also for best costumes. As for the Kids’ Run, all participants will receive a finisher’s medal. Entry fees for the half marathon are $65 until Aug.
31 and $20 for the 5K until Oct. 15. For additional details regarding everything from course to training plans and online registration, go to www. evlhalf.com. To learn more about Ellicottville, go to www. ellicottvilleny.com or call 1-800-349-9099. Just 45 minutes south of Buffalo, Ellicottville is a four-season playground for visitors, not only from western New York, but southern Ontario, Ohio and northern Pennsylvania, thanks to the historic town’s many shops, restaurants and boutiques — all set against a scenic backdrop of mountains and the nearby Alleghenies.
Town Board Takes Action on Multiple Projects EVGV Trail Open House October 5 By Jann Wiswall
Following discussion of the law changing the highway superintendent position from an elected to an appointed position (see cover), the Town of Ellicottville board continued its regular monthly meeting on Aug. 20. Town Supervisor John Burrell began with good news. The new flood plain maps authorized by FEMA are available at the town hall and on the town’s website for public review until Feb. 4, 2015. Residents are encouraged to view the maps to determine if their flood insurance requirements can be eliminated or reduced. Also, the town has received its second quarter sales tax check from the county. Compared to the same quarter last year, revenues increased by 5.27 percent. Privilege of the Floor Becky Szpaicher, head of the Ellicottville Summer Youth Program, reported that the program served 79 children ages 4-13. All of the schoolage children are students at Ellicottville Central School. Burrell noted that the Village of Ellicottville provides the facilities and the Town of Ellicottville funds the 14 employees, but that the entire school district benefits from the program. He proposed asking Great Valley and Salamanca, which both have children from their communities attend the camp, to contribute to the cost next year. The board asked Burrell to pursue it. In a surprise to all, Szpaicher announced that she is resigning from the position. As a parting request, she asked the board to increase the hourly pay rate for the camp’s seven lifeguards next year. “They are the lowest paid lifeguards around,” she said. Burrell noted that they also pay for their own lifeguard certification, which Szpaicher said costs $100. The board said it would consider her request and thanked her for her service. Two of seven owners of a vacation property on Townline Road attended the meeting to ask about the status of their request to re-institute town maintenance of the road leading to the home. The issue was brought to the board’s attention two months ago by
another owner. Town Engineer Mark Alianello, Town Attorney Kathleen Moriarty and Highway Superintendent Dave Golley have met to try to address this complicated issue involving easements and road ownership. Burrell said that the board has everything it needs from the owners, but that there are still questions to be answered before “we can tell you what our options are as the town board.” Superintendent’s Report Burrell said he and board member Greg Fitzpatrick had met with the town’s accountants, who recommend that the town set up several capital reserve budgets to save funds for future repair and maintenance expenses. Fitzpatrick explained that the town’s fund balance has been increasing over the past several years. In an audit situation, he said “the state might say we have too much money in any one fund.” Establishing capital reserve budgets allows the town to keep annual expenses consistent and avoids showing spikes. It also helps ensure that the town stays below the state’s 2 percent tax cap by spending out of reserves. Department Reports Police Officer in Charge Don Auge reported he had trouble finding a judge to arraign an individual arrested on a felony charge on Aug. 16. Neither of the town’s judges was available, so county dispatch called others. After leaving messages with 12 area judges, a judge in New Albion was located. Nine hours later, the individual was arraigned and remanded to jail. Two officers worked overtime until the issue was resolved. Auge said this is a rare problem, but asked the board to think about potential future situations. The board agreed there should always be a judge on call. Burrell said he would speak with the supervising judge about a solution. Auge also reported that planning for Fall Festival is going well. One complication is providing police coverage for a privately sponsored 5K race at Holiday Valley that Saturday morning, which will divert them from the village. Most members of the board felt that the race organizers should be required to arrange and pay for police service. Auge said
he would talk with the special events committee about a solution. Alianello reported that WestMont Ridge engineering is nearing completion. He is meeting next week with HoliMont General Manager Dave Riley, Mansfield Supervisor Bob Keis and Mansfield’s Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector Gil Wiswall to work through inspections and upcoming project expectations. Meanwhile, the East Tank Project is on schedule and the municipal bonds are going on sale on Aug. 27. At Alianello’s request, the board approved a motion to accept the low bid from bond issuers and authorize Burrell to sign. The rezoning of a parcel of land along Route 219 from “conservation district” to “medium density” zoning was passed by the Town Planning Board at its last meeting. Alianello said the request is scheduled to go before the County Planning Board next week. The board set a public hearing on the matter for its September meeting. Alianello asked for permission to solve drainage issues in Pine Tree Village using funds from the town’s “drainage district” budget. The board agreed. Finally, the board asked Alianello to go out to bid on a project at Holiday Valley linking water lines to Upper Road. Alianello agreed but felt it was unlikely that work could be completed before winter. New Business Burrell reported he has renegotiated the health insurance plan for municipal employees through Independent Health and that the town will save $24,000 per year. Board Member Ken Hinman reported that a raffle raising funds for the EllicottvilleGreat Valley Trail is exceeding expectations. The raffle drawing will be held during Fall Festival, where the Trail Committee will have a booth. He also said the committee is sponsoring an open house Oct. 5 for the trail at the Town Center. People will be able to hike a small part of the proposed trail. The next meeting of the town board will be on Sept. 17 at 6 p.m. in the Village/Town Hall.
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The Springville Players will hold auditions for the first show in the 2014-15 theater season. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will be directed by Sue Sorensen with musical direction by Doug Bailey. Julie Noeson is producing. Prospective actors should attend a session on Aug. 27, 28 or 29 at 7 p.m. at the Mongerson Theater, 37 N. Buffalo St., Springville. Those auditioning should prepare a song and bring in the music for the accompanist. Actors will also sing a song from the musical score and read from the script.
Here is a synopsis, in case you’ve never heard of this production. Six 12-year-old children are vying for the Putnam County Spelling Bee Championship. While candidly revealing hilarious and touching stories from their personal life the kids spell their way through a series of words hoping never to hear the ‘ding’ that signals their defeat. In the end, they learn just because you didn’t win doesn’t mean you’re a loser. The show requires four women and five men. All characters are played by adults, who include six “kids,” one female moderator, one male vice-principal, and one male ex-convict comfort counselor. One male role is a non-singing part. Performances take place Nov. 13, 14, 15 and 16, and Nov. 21, 22 and 23. No matter if you spell it theater or theatre, this show is sure to be a hit!
Annelise K. Painter, Ellicottville Annelise K. Painter, 69, of Ellicottville, N.Y., passed away Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at her home. She was born Dec. 9, 1944, in the Bronx, N.Y., the daughter of the late Walter and Elsa (Gilbert) Kroepke Sr. Mrs. Painter was married to Michael Painter who survives. Mrs. Painter was a member of the United Church of
Ellicottville and was a devoted mother, grandmother and community member. She was employed at the Seneca Allegany Casino. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Kim (Christopher) Woodarek of Ellicottville, N.Y., and Jill Painter of High Point, N.C.; and two grandchildren, Walter Michael and Elsa Christine
Woodarek. Also surviving is a sister-in-law Maureen Painter of Ellicottville, N.Y. She was predeceased by a brother, Walter G. Kroepke Jr. Funeral services were held Aug. 19 at the United Church of Ellicottville. Memorials may be made to the Ellicottville–Great Valley Ambulance Service or the United Church of Ellicottville.
Discount Dental Program for All Catt. Co. Residents The Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging/NY Connects has announced the launch of the Cattaraugus County Dental Network Card Program. This program is designed to make dental care more affordable for individuals and families in Cattaraugus County. County residents can purchase a card, which will allow them to access reduced rates on dental services for themselves and their family members. “Regular dental care is a key component of overall good health, and this new program puts a trip to the dentist in reach for more adults and children in our county,” said Norman Marsh, Chairman of the Cattaraugus County Legislature. “We are pleased to offer this program to residents without dental insurance, who can now receive more affordable access to dentists in our communities.” The Dental Network Card Program provides cardholders with
access to local dentists who have agreed to charge relatively low fees for dental services. It is not an insurance program; rather it is a discount program intended to help patients for whom cost is a barrier to receiving dental treatment. The program is not funded with taxpayer dollars and is available for just 10 cents a day for an individual or a dollar a week for an entire family. An established fee schedule shows users the savings they can expect on services like cleanings and routine procedures to root canals, implants and dentures. The Dental Network Card is offered through a partnership created by the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) and the Health Economics Group. The organizations teamed up to ensure that counties can offer the program to residents in their communities.
“Too often people avoid going to the dentist because they don’t have insurance,” said NYSAC President Mark Alger. “I applaud Cattaraugus County for providing their residents with access to this card so they can receive the same rates that insurance companies pay. The Dental Network Card program makes use of the extensive DenteMax network of dentists, with more than 100,000 dental access points throughout the country.” Brochures and enrollment forms are available at county departments and municipal buildings throughout the county. For more information or to obtain an enrollment form, feel free to call the Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging/NY Connects at (716) 373-8032 or 1-800-462-2901.
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intriguing career, with recent international exposure and various upcoming projects among the highlights of Fitzpatrick’s constant efforts to express himself as a professional in a field that allows him to flex his creative muscles. A 2009 graduate of the Ellicottville Central School District, the 23-year-old Fitzpatrick currently works as a graphic designer for a music merchant company, utilizing his unique skill set as a way to earn a living while using his free time to draw, paint and design whatever is on his mind at that particular moment. “I have always been an artist and I think I will probably always be someone who strives to be creative and express myself through my work,” said Fitzpatrick. “I enjoy it. I really can’t imagine my life without my artwork being a major part of what I do and focus on pretty much every single day.” Fitzpatrick attended Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, where he earned a bachelor of arts degree in communication design in 2013. His time in college was dominated by a complete focus on illustration, with lots of hard work and effort resulting in Fitzpatrick receiving two American Graphic Design Awards from GD USA. When asked to describe his artwork, Fitzpatrick does not hesitate to share his philosophy on how he approaches each project.
“I try to make my work fun and vibrant to look at,” said Fitzpatrick. “Obviously each specific piece of work has its own message, but for the most part what I do is utilize as much color as possible to really make what I create stand out and make some type of statement. I want it to be as fun to observe and look at it as it was for me to create. I hope to leave some type of impression on whoever looks at it and get them to think and maybe even wonder or ask questions about what it is that they see.” Fitzpatrick carries a sketchbook practically everywhere he goes and can regularly be seen by family members, friends and coworkers scribbling down notes and drawing whatever images happen to be dancing around in his head at that particular moment. “I just write down whatever it is I happen to be thinking or jot down a few notes on different thoughts I have so that later I can maybe expand on those, and that is how some of my best work begins,” says Fitzpatrick. “It is almost a diary of sorts. While it is not very organized or particularly easy to read, it is my daily journal of thoughts and ideas, and it is how I stay creative and vibrant.” The son of Tom and Karen Fitzpatrick, much of his passion and drive to be a successful artist comes from his parents and how they raised him. Karen Fitzpatrick is known to many in the region for her work as a stained glass artist and it is her creative vision that her son credits for inspiring him to pursue his own career. “My mom is a big influence on me,” said Fitzpatrick. “When I was young she took me to the library every week and I was constantly signing out about 10 books at a time, finding all of my favorites like ‘Calvin & Hobbes’ and other illustrated works that I loved to read and look at. She also used to take me to the Albright Knox Art Gallery, and I just loved being there and viewing and experiencing the tremendous works of art.” Fitzpatrick said his father also helped mold his quirky
and unique mindset that is often reflected in his artwork. “My dad is great because we used to watch a lot of cartoons together, especially on Saturday mornings,” recalled Fitzpatrick. “He’s a funny guy and his sense of humor has had such an impact on not only my work but my life in general. I give both of my parents so much credit for always allowing me to express myself and pursue my dreams and be passionate about my work.” Fitzpatrick’s work was on display on an international stage of sorts during an art show held earlier this year in South Korea, an experience he will never forget. “There were so many amazing artists who are going unnoticed because they don’t have a platform, which is why being overseas and experiencing that show was unbelievable,” said Fitzpatrick. “I was honored to be a part of that and hope to participate in more of those types of shows in the future if given the opportunity.” Fitzpatrick’s future plans including more illustration work in the form of online content as well as comic books, with a particular focus on writing the comics for which he provides the detailed illustrations. “The future is bright for people like me, and all I want to do personally is to continue to expand my horizons and share with others my visions and thoughts and observations of the world,” said Fitzpatrick. “Being an artist is awesome and I honestly have no idea what else I would be doing professionally or in my spare time if I could not be creative. It is my life and my passion and I love it.”
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obstacles and zip lines. There are approximately 10-15 features on each course and some trees have more than one platform. This spring, Holiday Valley added the Black Widow course, rated a single black diamond, which comes complete with a gigantic rope spider web. Along with the other two black diamond courses, these are the three highest in the entire park — situated 50-plus feet off the ground. “You can challenge yourself at whatever level you want range from easiest (yellow) through the double black diamond Commando. You’ll feel a sense of accomplishment when you’re finished,” said Eshbaugh. “It’s a great confidence builder for kids, as they often are the ones to tell their parents how to get through an obstacle. It’s a wonderful team building experience for businesses or sports teams. And just like skiing or riding, the common experience brings people closer together.” Of course, Holiday Valley is all about safety — each person is harnessed into a locking lanyard and briefed before hitting the courses. There’s even a zip line practice area
where you can try using the equipment before you head for the park. “When you stand outside the Harness Shop, everyone is happy and smiling,” said Eshbaugh. This fall, guests can look forward to Night Crawlers night climbs at the Aerial Park on Sept. 26-27, Oct. 3-4 and Oct. 17-18. Reservations are required. Whatever level you choose to tackle, you’re sure to have a great time! Climbing Forest Kids and adults alike love the Climbing Forest, a 3-D version of a climbing wall equipped with climbing holds that are coded to indicate difficulty level. Staff members are always nearby to assist climbers. Of course, harnesses provide security as you make your way to the top, or as far as you’d comfortably like to go. Then just let go and the auto belay system will lower you back to the ground. There is even a kids’ area with two trees where younger climbers can climb about 6 feet up and back down. Mountain Coaster Are you more the spectator type? Then the Mountain
Coaster may be just the ticket for you. Take a leisurely ride up the tracks in a two-person car and enjoy the view. Then zoom down 4,805 feet with 15 curves, 12 waves, a jump, plus a huge circle/spiral. You control the speed. The coaster is open for riders ages 3 and up, who are at least 38” tall. The Aerial Park and Climbing Forest are open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Sept. 1. Beginning Sept. 5, the hours are 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 19, and Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 2, weather permitting. The Mountain Coaster runs daily 11 a.m.–6 p.m. through Sept. 1. From Sept. 5 to Oct. 19, it will run Friday through Sunday, and will close on Nov. 2 (until winter). Reservations are strongly suggested for the Aerial Park and Climbing Forest and can be made by calling (716) 699HIGH. For your safety, age and other restrictions apply to all attractions at the park. Visit www.holidayvalley.com/ skyhigh for more information.
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Dirty Duathlon and Dirty Bit Trail Run at HV Aug. 31 The 2014 Dirty Duathlon and Dirty Bit Trail Run take place on the slopes of Holiday Valley on Aug. 31. The Dirty Duathlon begins at 10 a.m. with a run/bike format. The Dirty Bit Trail Run is a separately scored, run-only event that starts with the Dirty Duathlon athletes at 10 a.m. and competes on the same 4.2-mile course beginning and ending at By Carol Sitarski, Master Gardener, Cornell Cooperative Extension
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“I am Pilgrim” by Terry Hayes This astonishing debut espionage thriller depicts the collision course between two geniuses, one a tortured hero and one a determined terrorist. PILGRIM is the code name for a world class and legendary secret agent. His adversary is a man known only to the reader as the Saracen. At the novel’s opening, we find ourselves in a seedy seed hotel near Ground Zero. A woman lies face down in a pool of acid, features melted mel off her face, teeth missing, fingerprints gone. In offering the NYPD some casual assistance with the case, Pilgrim gets pulled back bac into the intelligence underground. What follows is a thriller that jockeys between bet astonishingly detailed character study and breakneck globetrotting. The Th author shifts effortlessly from Pilgrim’s hidden life of leisure in Paris to the Saracen’s Sa squalid warrior life in Afghanistan, from the hallways of an exclusive Swiss Sw bank to the laboratories of a nefarious biotech facility in Syria. The inevitable encounter between Pilgrim and the Saracen will come in Turkey, Tu around the murder of a wealthy American, in a thrilling, twisting, beautifully orchestrated finale. This book is currently available in book format only at the Ellicottville Memorial Library. It is also available in large print format using our inter library loan program.
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superintendent is qualified to do the job. The current superintendent, Dave Golley, is well qualified, he said, but if he retires at the end of his term, “we have no idea if another qualified person will run for the elected position.” If the board can hire and appoint someone, we can ensure that we are getting someone who is capable and has proven qualifications. Another advantage is to give the board some control over the highway superintendent’s job performance. An appointed highway department head would report to the town supervisor and town board, giving them the opportunity to assign duties and help solve problems. “With an elected superintendent,” Burrell explained, “the board only has influence on the department’s budget, which represents a full third of the entire town budget.” An elected superintendent
has complete autonomy in how the highway department functions and the work that is done. He does not report to the board, doesn’t have to listen to the board and doesn’t have to explain his actions to the board. “The board gets the complaints, and we can ask the superintendent to respond, but then it’s out of our hands,” said board member Ken Hinman. Another advantage to an appointed position, said board member Steve Crowley, is that “as times change, jobs change. We might want to redefine the job description and add some additional responsibilities down the road. We can’t do that with an elected position.” If the appointed individual has some additional skills that aren’t used in the highway department job, the town would be able to put them to use in another way. Widger remarked that “the average person doesn’t know all of this about these jobs. Most of us don’t know that
the buck stops right outside the highway superintendent’s door.” She suggested that the board should make an effort to explain its position to the community. Several board members made sure to clarify that the law is “about the position, not the person.” Looking ahead, the board believes that having an appointed position gives it the flexibility it needs to ensure the town has the best possible person on the job who will represent the interests of every resident. The board encourages voters to contact any one of them for more information or clarification. Following the public hearing, the board continued its regular meeting, during which a number of other important issues were discussed. See story on page 5.
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Back-to-school time often brings with it the anxiety that accompanies a new beginning, and providing our children with the right start to the new school year can be a burden on parents. Something as simple as backpacks filled with pencils and paper will help get them off to a good start at school, as well as let them know someone cares. To give these families a little boost, the Great Valley Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary has made gifts of backpacks filled with school supplies for children who need them in the town of Great Valley. The auxiliary has also purchased backpacks and supplies to be left at the Ellicottville Central School for children whose families may have difficulty purchasing all the necessary items. “Profits made from selling regatta T-shirts last May made it possible to do more for our community and kids in our town,” said Toni Evans, president of the Great Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Auxiliary. “The backpack project is a simple act of kindness by ladies who want to make a difference and it’s just the beginning. There are other projects in the works.” The 15-member auxiliary is made up of significant others of the volunteer firefighters and interested women from
the community. The auxiliary’s official mission is, “to support the fire company by helping with their fundraisers and offer support at fire scenes with refreshments if necessary.” And now it looks like the auxiliary has another mission — reaching out to the community. “We want to encourage a positive view of the fire company and its volunteers and let children and parents know people care about their welfare all the time, not just in an emergency,” said Evans. “It is the hope of the auxiliary that all kids can start the school year with everything they need in order to have a successful school year.” School time is almost here, but the kids at the Great Valley and Kill Buck Summer Youth Program, as well as community programs all around the area, had a wonderful summer and a place to go to enjoy social time with friends they know and new ones they may likely see
in school. This year, the Summer Youth Program in Great Valley had a weekly swimming program. The kids were bused by the Ellicottville Central School to Holiday Valley where they were only charged $1 for a day at the pool. Older siblings and moms often came with them. The Kill Buck children went to Salamanca for swimming. A fieldtrip to the fish hatchery was also provided. Weeks of activities included inside and outside (when not raining) games, crafts and stories, all supervised by several teenage aides under the direction of Becky Pierce, coordinator of the Great Valley/ Kill Buck Youth Program with Amy Westfall heading up the Kill Buck program. “Along with the 20 kids we have had in the past, we had 15 new kids coming from the district,” said Pierce. “In spite of the weather, we had a very awesome summer.”
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On Sept. 4 at 2:30 p.m., Paquette will present a gallery talk about the exhibit, which was inspired by his journeys to federal wilderness areas all across the country. The talk will be followed by the official opening reception from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Both events are free and open to the public. Later in the month, on Sept. 19 at 7:30 p.m., the Quick Center kicks off its 2014-15 performing arts season with a Friends of Good Music-sponsored performance by the Western New York Chamber Orchestra and the Fredonia College Choir. For more information, visit www.sbu.edu and click on “About SBU.” Southern Tier Symphony The Southern Tier Symphony is scheduled to perform “Overture Across the Ages,” described as a selection of “musical epochs from Mozart to Copland and everywhere in between.” Tickets are free for all students. Performances are scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26 at Olean High School and Sunday, Sept. 27 at the University of Pittsburgh, Bradford. Visit www. southerntiersymphony.com. CUTCO/KA-BAR Visitors Center CUTCO Cutlery traces its roots back to skilled cutlers who settled in the area after immigrating from England’s famous Sheffield cutlery industry in the late 1800s. At the company’s visitor center, you can learn about the growth of CUTCO and the rich heritage of KA-BAR knives. Guests will learn how products are made and sold. Displays include antique kitchen cutlery, military and pocket knives, as well as historical photographs and documents. You can also bring your CUTCO products in for factory sharpening. Visit www.cutco.com. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Rock City Park This gorgeous park and museum established in 1890 is open from May 1 through Oct. 31 and offers breathtaking views of one of the nation’s most interesting and enormous pre-historic quartz formations. A family-friendly hiking trail takes hikers of all ages through the crevices and passes, under a rock bridge formation and past the incredible balancing rock. The park, at 505 Rt. 16 South, is a popular spot for weddings, private events, school field trips, photo opportunities and more. Visit www.rockcitypark.com. Allegheny River Valley Trail The Allegheny River Valley Trail is a 5.6 mile, 10’ wide, asphalt multi-use recreational loop trail linking St. Bonaventure
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University, the town of Allegany and the town and city of Olean along the winding Allegheny River. This popular trail is perfect for everything from walking, jogging and running, to bicycling, rollerblading, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and attracts visitors from all over the country. Visit www.allegany.org. FUN AND GAMES Good Times of Olean For a great time any time, visit Good Times of Olean, where you can enjoy bowling, miniature golf, batting cages, volleyball, arcade games and some great dining options. The facility also is a great venue for special events — from birthday parties to rehearsal dinners and more. Visit www.goodtimesolean.com. William O. Smith Recreation Center The William O. Smith Recreation Center is located in the Olean War Veteran’s Park at 551 East State St. across from Bradner Stadium. The center boasts a regulation ice arena (operated from September through March), an Olympic-size swimming pool (open June through Labor Day), and a cool sports court floor (open June through September) featuring two basketball courts, three volleyball courts, a soccer floor and a roller hockey area. Visit www.cityofolean.org/youth/facilities. UPCOMING EVENTS United Way Swine, Wine and Music Festival This signature event hosted at Olean War Veterans Park on Sept. 6, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., features a home-brewed beer and wine contest, a “Battle of the Bands” with cash prizes, and, of course, the Rib Cook-off, during which teams enter their secret recipes to earn bragging rights and a prize for the Best Ribs in the Southern Tier. Food tickets available onsite. Visit www.uwcattco.org. Canticle Farm’s Heavenly Harvest Canticle Farm in Allegany is a 20-acre community supported agriculture (CSA) farm that provides locally and naturally grown produce to the community and to those in need. Its premier annual fundraising event, Heavenly Harvest “Farm to Fork Luncheon” will be held on Sept. 7 from noon to 4 p.m. when the entire community is invited to the farm for a lunch prepared by local chefs featuring a three-course meal direct from the farm. The event also features live music, face painting, farm tours, a labyrinth walk, educational activities, raffle prizes and more. To purchase tickets, visit www.canticlefarm.org. CCAC Member Show This biannual art show will kick off with an opening reception on Sept. 20, 6–7 p.m., at the Olean Public Library and 7–9 p.m. at the JCC Center Gallery inside the Student Center (second floor) on North Union Street. Friends, family and the public are welcome attend. The show will hang until Oct. 25. Visit www. myartscouncil.net. Bonagany Festival Sept. 26-28 is Family Weekend at St. Bonaventure University, but the signature event is on Sept. 27 when the entire Allegany/ SBU community celebrates fall and back-to-college with music, food and fun rolled into one big street festival with music, food, games and information booths for student groups and other family fun from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Allegany. Visit www. sbu.edu. For information about even more upcoming events, visit the web site of the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce (www. oleanny.com).
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‘The High Tide of the Confederacy’ ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — For a century and a half, the battle of Gettysburg has been popularly known as the “High Tide of the Confederacy.” But a new book co-authored by St. Bonaventure journalism professor Dr. Chris Mackowski challenges that notion. “That Furious Struggle: Chancellorsville and the High Tide of the Confederacy, May 1-4, 1863” is the latest release in publisher Savas Beatie’s Emerging Civil War Series. Mackowski co-authored the book with his longtime collaborator, historian Kristopher D. White. “Chancellorsville is the largest battle of the war up to that point,” Mackowski says. “Confederate commander Robert E. Lee’s army is outnumbered almost twoand-a-half to one, yet they overcome those long odds to win a decisive victory.” The battle came at a high cost for the Army of Northern Virginia, though: Lee lost 22 percent of his men, totaling nearly 13,000 killed, wounded, and missing. In contrast, the Federal Army of the Potomac lost 13 percent of its men — more than 17,000 killed, wounded, or missing. The third day of the battle, May 3, was the second-bloodiest day of the Civil War. That morning, casualties came at a rate of one man every second for five hours. “The most significant loss for the Confederates was Lieutenant General Thomas Jonathan “Stonewall” Jackson — Lee’s ‘right arm,’” Mackowski explains. Nonetheless, Lee “felt my men were invincible,” he later explained. Building on the momentum of his victory at Chancellorsville, he launched his invasion of the North that ended with the battle of Gettysburg two months later.
“After Chancellorsville, Lee’s army never again scores another offensive battlefield victory, although the war would go on for another two years,” Mackowski says. “Chancellorsville is the peak. It’s all downhill for him from there.” Postwar politics and the aggressive marketing of historian John Bachelder later turned Gettysburg into the socalled “High Water Mark.” “Gettysburg was a tourism destination because it was so close to the major population centers of the North and because it was a Northern victory,” Mackowski says, “so positioning the battle as the ‘High Tide’ or ‘Turning Point’ — with capital letters —w as a great hook for attracting tourists.” In “That Furious Struggle,” Mackowski and White recount the story of Chancellorsville, explaining why it was the true high water mark of the war for the Confederacy. The book also contains more than 200 photos — many of them taken by Mackowski — 10 maps, an Order of Battle, and a list of suggested readings for further exploration. Mackowski and White have both worked at the Chancellorsville battlefield as park rangers and tour guides. Mackowski lives on a part of the battlefield not protected by the Park Service. “That Furious Struggle” is the eighth book in the Emerging Civil War book series and the fourth by Mackowski and White. Mackowski, professor of journalism and mass communication, joined the faculty at St. Bonaventure in the fall of 2000. He splits his time between New York and Virginia.
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holds back too much water and in the event of a flood, it could fail; the present structure is aging and in disrepair and has to be removed. Additionally, the dam prevents ecological development of fish. Because of these concerns, the project has become a joint effort of the DEC, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) and Erie County Parks. The new dam will be lowered to 10 feet high, with a gated channel, and will have a passage of 600 feet in length. “We are proposing a betterment to the project, which will include the whitewater park in this space,” said Jeff Morreale, American Whitewater Northeast representative and executive director of Springville Whitewater Park. And for those who aren’t avid whitewater enthusiasts, just what exactly is a whitewater park? Whitewater parks are parks where paddlers, standup paddle boarders, tubers and other whitewater aficionados can park and play at standing river wave features. In addition to this recreational use, the parks serve as multiple-use river restoration projects with structures created that make eddies and pools used for fishing, and fish habitat improvements. The parks also create riverbank vegetation restoration, prevent bank erosion and offer access for activities like hiking and picnicking, as well as provide use for river ecology and conservation education, and a swift water rescue training site for rescue teams. While various grants are available, at this point, it comes down to Erie County’s interest
in adding the whitewater park to the project. According to Morreale, “There are no roadblocks to the betterment plan they are proposing in that the dam is being removed by the USACE, with a fish passage channel required by the NYS DEC, which creates a golden opportunity with a project already in place that they are trying to add recreation to. Other communities with existing parks have had to fight legislation to get dangerous, low head dams removed to build parks.” The Springville Whitewater Park has discussed their plan with the project managers at the USACE, NYS DEC and Erie County, and the betterment plans supports their goals for fish passage, dam safety, a lamprey invasive species barrier and eco system restoration. “The only issue is that recreation can’t be federally funded,” added Morreale. “Therefore, the money for a betterment of recreation would have to come from New York State, or privately funded. Erie County has told the organization that there is money for the project, but the group doesn’t agree with available funding as the Cattaraugus (Creek) recently being added to the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, the EPA Great Lakes Restoration Projects, Urban Waters Federal Partnership, and the Cuomo Buffalo Billion. With Governor Cuomo having whitewater raft races each year trying to get tourism in upstate New York and is giving the Buffalo region $1 billion, this would be a great way to get tourism in WNY and support
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his goals.” If all goes according to “plan,” the whitewater park, complete with fully accessible put-ins and take-outs above and below the dam, would be open in summer 2017. While nearby Zoar Valley offers many whitewater opportunities, a whitewater park in Springville would create opportunities when Zoar Valley’s water levels are low, and would be a park and play option for those with limited time or those trying to learn, providing more offerings and a longer season for whitewater enthusiasts. Additionally, the park would have a positive impact on the ecosystem and those who enjoy spending their time fishing or relaxing along the banks of the Cattaraugus Creek. Western New Yorkers love the great outdoors, and part of that is because of the diverse ways they have to enjoy it. A whitewater park would only add to the array of opportunities available to locals and tourists. And just how can this versatile park become a reality? “We are running out of time before Erie County decides to go ahead with the current scheduled project, which could be within the next few months, and we really need the WNY community, local businesses and our higher elected officials to realize the potential of what a whitewater park could bring to our region, and help us with acquiring funding and getting our betterment added to the project,” Morreale said. For more information, visit www.springvillewhitewater. org or www.facebook.com/ pages/Springville-WhitewaterPark.
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