Supervisor’s Welcome

Town of Penfield Supervisor’s Welcome

The Town of Penfield is the sixth largest town in Monroe County, covering a land area of 37.85 square miles with an estimated population of 38,000 residents. Local government is comprised of an elected town supervisor, town board, town clerk, and town justices. The town board appoints community members to decision making and advisory boards and committees.

The five-member town board has identified five “core beliefs” we follow in administering our duties as elected officials in support of all community members, businesses, service organizations, school districts, and places of worship. It is our intent to ensure that all individuals feel part of a community that sees, values, and cares for one another.

A summary of our core beliefs: • Maintaining a safe and healthy environment

for all – our top priority is maintaining a safe and healthy environment for Penfield residents, Town employees, and visitors to Penfield. • Standing for rightful and fair justice for all – we continue our steadfast commitment to stand for rightful and fair justice for all; the board remains firm in its commitment against all forms of racism, discrimination and abuse of power against our community members. Senseless acts of violence towards any individual, group, or organization— by any individual, group, or organization—should never be tolerated. Our community is enriched by all our residents. We value and support a culture of inclusion and diversity in Penfield.

• Continuing a tradition of fiscal responsibility –

the board is committed to upholding Penfield’s reputation of outstanding fiscal discipline and accountability to taxpayers. The financial world consistently recognizes Penfield as one of the most financially responsible towns in New York State.

Penfield’s property tax rate remains one of the lowest of the 19 towns in Monroe County. • Protecting the environment and taxpayers – in 2010, the Town Board established an Energy and

Environment Advisory Committee to build upon decades of work by the Town to adopt practices that benefit both the environment and taxpayers alike. Town leadership has long understood that responsible stewardship of the environment results

in fiscally sound decisions for taxpayers—the two go hand in hand.

• Providing timely and factual communications –

the quality of life in Penfield benefits from open communications and respectful dialogue throughout the community. The Board is committed to sharing timely and accurate information with the residents and media outlets. Informed citizens who follow, consider, and act upon fact-based information contribute to meaningful community discourse and effective involvement with their local government.

Penfield is known as a community that honors its heritage and plans for its future. For six decades, Penfield has updated its Comprehensive Plan every ten years to provide an overall framework for future public and private investment in our community. In addition to providing the current vision, the Plan establishes policies and strategies to achieve that vision. It serves as a guide for future planning and policy decisions, taking into account the best interests of the town and its residents as a whole.

Penfield is one of the fastest growing communities in the county, and this is attributed to our rich history and overall quality of life. Individuals and families are attracted to Penfield for the quality of schools in the Penfield and the Webster School Districts that serve our community, a vibrant music scene, and rich performing and visual arts communities. With more than 1,400 acres of open space and parkland, and hundreds of miles of trails, walkways, and sidewalks, residents have plenty of opportunities to be active, be well, and enjoy life.

The business community in Penfield has long been recognized as a cornerstone of our early beginnings when Daniel Penfield founded this great community in 1810 and inspired a robust milling industry. The town grew over the decades with inns, hotels, taverns, and stores to agriculture, mining, manufacturing, nurseries, and more. The growth of commerce was important then and is vital today as Penfield grows and expands its business districts—we firmly believe that healthy businesses make for a healthy community!

I want to recognize and thank the Penfield Business Chamber for all they do to promote the Penfield community and Penfield businesses. Tony LaFountain Penfield Supervisor supervisor@penfield.org

Town of Penfield Be informed, participate, engage!

www.penfield.org www.penfieldrec.org www.penfieldtv.org

• “Be Active and Be Well!” with

Penfield Rec programs for all ages • Miles of sidewalks and trail systems • 1,700+ acres of parkland and open space • Scenic water resources • Penfield Public Library... one of the best in Monroe County! • Consistently low Town taxes • Outstanding school districts • Energized small business community • Variety of neighborhoods with quick access to greater Rochester • Numerous youth sports leagues • Performing and visual arts • Agricultural heritage with an eye to the future

Table of Contents

p. 10 ........................Penfield Advances CCA p. 12 .................................... Why Join the PBC

p. 5 .......................................... Why Shop Local p. 16 .................. Town Contact Information

p. 6 ............................. Supervisor’s Welcome

p. 18 .......................................Business Listings p. 8 .......................................... Map of Penfield p. 38 ...................................... Advertiser Index Penfield Business Chamber | P.O. Box 268, Penfield, NY | 585.348.8360 | www.PenfieldBusiness.org 7