Fire destroys BCSD’s Buildings and Grounds facility
Calls began coming in to 911 at 9:05
a.m. on Saturday, June 14, that the Brockport Central School District’s Buildings and Grounds facility was on fire. Spencerport kindergartner Scarlett Hynes, on her way to a dance recital at the High School, noticed flames coming from the roof of the grounds building, which prompted her dad to call 911.
Brockport Fire Chief Tim Smith arrived on scene four minutes later and declared a working fire while reporting the roof was fully involved on the five-bay garage. The building’s roof collapsed moments later. Command declared a Level 0 Haz-Mat due to a fuel spill from heavy equipment in the facility. Thick plumes of black smoke could be seen from quite a distance.
Firefighters declared the fire under control at 10:13 a.m., though crews were on scene for several hours thereafter. The fire department went through an extensive decontamination process because of the materials its equipment was exposed to. This enabled the hose and equipment to be prepared for continued use without having to be replaced.
Brockport Superintendent Sean Bruno said in a statement on Saturday, “While the facility and its contents were destroyed, we are incredibly grateful that other than an individual health concern, no staff members or emergency responders were injured. The cause of the fire remains undetermined and is currently under investigation by Monroe County Fire Investigators.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to our security team and the many fire departments that responded swiftly and collaboratively, including Brockport, Kendall, Spencerport, Hamlin, Clarendon, Bergen, Hilton, and Murray. We also thank the Brockport Police Department, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, SUNY Brockport Police, and Monroe Ambulance for their continued support on site.”
The area was secured by Saturday afternoon and school district operations resumed as normal on Monday. The district is asking everyone to avoid the affected area until further notice.
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Community celebrates opening of Brockport Pedestrian
A dedication ceremony was held on Friday, June 13, to celebrate the opening of the Brockport Pedestrian Bridge over the Erie Canal. Brockport High School’s marching band led the community in a first walk across the bridge following the ribbon cutting and residents and visitors alike gathered for an aerial photo to mark the occasion.
The pedestrian bridge connects SUNY Brockport to the Empire State Trail and the village’s downtown. The area surrounding the bridge’s entrances provides additional opportunities for people to connect with the Erie Canal in a parklike setting, while complementing the Village of Brockport’s installation of a kayak dock and recently completed boathouse. The bridge will also serve as a viewing platform for future rowing competitions on the canal.
“On behalf of Governor Kathy Hochul, I’m proud to recognize this $9.5 million investment from the New York Power Authority, NYS Canal Corporation and the Ralph C.
Wilson, Jr. Foundation, which enhances accessibility, sustainability, and opportunity right here in the heart of the village,” said JW Cook, Finger Lakes Regional Representative for the governor and a Brockport native. “This is more than infrastructure – it’s a community investment. And it’s just one part of a broader commitment to Brockport, including a $4.5 million NY Forward grant helping reimagine our waterfront, support small businesses, and revitalize downtown.”
In 2021, NYPA selected SHoP Architects, a New York City-based New York State Small Business Enterprise firm, and Arup to design and engineer the new pedestrian crossing. The design and materials used to build the bridge represent NYPA and the New York State Canal Corporation’s commitment to sustainability and current best practices for accessibility. With its gentle elevation change, the pedestrian bridge is fully accessible and integrates sustainable features such as native species planting, stormwater rain gardens, LED light fixtures, and compliance to Dark Sky principles. In addition, the bridge’s major structural elements utilize locally fabricated steel, sustainable wood decking, and a low VOC durable paint.
New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton said, “As we commemorate 200 years of the Erie Canal, the Brockport Pedestrian Bridge will serve as an enduring reminder of this monumental year. NYPA and the Canal Corporation are hard at work ensuring the Erie Canal remains a vibrant part of New York State’s fabric for the next 100 years, and this bridge ensures that progress will continues for many decades to come.”
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation contributed to the bridge’s construction through
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a $2 million grant, which was administered by the Rochester Area Community Foundation.
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Director of Parks & Trails Initiative J.J. Tighe said, “As the Erie Canal celebrates its Bicentennial, it remains an important connection from Buffalo to New York City. This new pedestrian bridge adds to that legacy by linking SUNY Brockport, the village, local businesses, and the Empire State Trail. We’re excited for what the next century holds for the Erie Canal as it continues to provide recreational and economic opportunities across New York State, while improving access and inviting residents and visitors to explore the Canal and the vibrant communities along its path. We’re proud to support projects like this that create lasting connections between people and places.”
SUNY Brockport President Heidi Macpherson said, “The Erie Canal is a national treasure, and we are so fortunate to be the only one of SUNY’s 64 campuses that gets to call it home. SUNY Brockport takes great pride in being a University that is engaged with its community and this pedestrian bridge is a tangible example of that commitment, as it physically connects our campus with the Village of Brockport and the Empire State Trail. I can’t think of a more fitting way for our community to celebrate the canal’s bicentennial anniversary.”
Village of Brockport Mayor Margay Blackman said, “Brockport’s fully accessible new pedestrian bridge across the Erie Canal is nothing short of a destination. Its sinuous deck of black locust sweeps around the 100-year-old historic guard gate that controls canal water levels. Native plantings at each end of the bridge and Canalside benches invite village residents, SUNY students, and visitors to linger and enjoy the view. Our thanks to NYPA, the Canal Corporation, the Ralph Wilson Foundation, and the Community Foundation
for this significant investment in Brockport’s canal recreation and tourism.”
Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Executive Director Bob Radliff said, “Since its inception, the Erie Canal has been all about forging connections. It connected the Atlantic Ocean with the Great Lakes, the interior of America with the coast, and cities and towns all along its path with distant markets. The Brockport Pedestrian Bridge offers a new and exciting canal connection. We hope this link between SUNY Brockport and the Erie Canal will be enjoyed by students and community members for years to come.”
Parks & Trails New York Executive Director Paul Steely White said, “We are incredibly proud to see the people of Brockport reimagine the future of the historic canalfront. As our first Empire State Trail Town, we’ve worked closely with Brockport to build up the region’s capacity to host cyclists and build community around active recreation and transportation. This pedestrian bridge will connect the Village of Brockport and SUNY Brockport with the 750-mile Empire State Trail, creating safer, more accessible pathways for locals and visitors alike.”
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Officials around the monument recognizing Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. for his foundation’s
to the project. Pictured from left are: JW Cook, Finger Lakes Regional Representative for Governor Kathy Hochul; Bryan Stratton, Director of NYS Canal Corporation; Kal Wysokowski, Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor; Simeon Banister, Rochester Area Community Foundation President and CEO; JJ Tighe, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Director of Parks & Trails Initiative; Heidi Macpherson, SUNY Brockport president; Brockport Mayor Margay Blackman.
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The BHS marching band led the community in their first walk across the bridge.
Losh and Janie Spalla enjoying a ride.
Residents and visitors taking a stroll across the bridge and checking out the view.
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oak orchard health ceo Karen Kinter named one of this year’s Women of excellence award winners
The Women of Excellence awards recognize high-achieving women for their career accomplishments, including professional experience, community involvement, leadership, and sustained commitment to mentoring. Karen Kinter, a native of Albion, is among this year’s class, which features 50 women from a variety of industries. The Women of Excellence were
lence honorees and the Rochester Business Journal’s editorial team.
“The 2025 Women of Excellence are outstanding leaders who inspire innovation, celebrate success and support the next generation of leaders. They open doors and create positive change, sharing their success with their professional network and the community around them,” said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, managing director of BridgeTower MeRochester Business Journal. “The Circle of Excellence honorees are trailblazers and change makers who aren’t afraid to face adversity and stand up for their beliefs. They know the value of helping other women see something special in themselves, something they might not have known was there. We at the Rochester Business Journal are pleased to honor these transformational leaders.”
Under Kinter’s leadership, Oak Orchard Health (OOH) has undertaken several major initiatives to improve care delivery for patients. “I’m honored to be selected among this group of leaders for the Women of Excellence award. Leading an organization that positively impacts numerous lives across a vast geographic area is incredibly fulfilling. We provide medical, dental, and behavioral health services to everyone,” Kinter said. She oversees Oak Orchard Health, a non-profit federally qualified health center, with 34,000 patients at nine locations, including Brockport.
With more than 20 years of health care experience, Kinter previously served as vice president of specialty revenue program and CEO of Regional Health Services for Rochester Regional Health. She holds an MBA from the University of Rochester’s Simon School of Business.
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George eastman museum to host Free Day June 29
The George Eastman Museum will host a Free Day on Sunday, June 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in celebration of its 75th anniversary. Visitors of all ages will be admitted free of charge and are invited to enjoy a day at the world’s oldest photography museum:
•Tour the museum’s National Historic Landmark mansion and stroll through the historic gardens; engaging with docents stationed throughout
•Experience a range of photography exhibitions, including Life with Photographs: 75 Years of the Eastman Museum – recently nominated for a 2025 Lucie Award for Photo Museum Exhibition of the Year
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chili
•Benim, Richard (Dick), died June 14, 2025 at age 76. Dick is predeceased by his parents, Genevieve and Robert Benim, and a brother, Gary. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Judy Spillane Benim; his daughter, Julie Pagano (Dan Pagano-spouse); three grandchildren, Genevieve, Emma and Jack; a sister, Kathryn Bascom of North Carolina; and brothers, Daniel, Joseph and Matthew Benim of Oregon; and special friend, Beth Pagano Harper. In his early 20’s, Dick and a friend drove cross country twice on their Harley Davidson motorcycles to visit family in Oregon. He said he could have written a book about his adventures. He loved life and he loved people
His Funeral Mass was celebrated June 21 at St. Pius Tenth Church, Chili. Contributions in his memory can be made to Clifton Volunteer Fire Department where he served many years on their board as a fundraiser and volunteer. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
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•Maddalena, Leisa A., died June 11, 2025 at age 56. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael Driffill and Peggy Macauley. She is survived by her husband, Don and her many fur-babies; her son, Shadow (Amber Lathrop) Alaimo; her step-parents, Louise and Fran Lockwood; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Nancy and Mike Maddalena; her sisters, Tracey Gaines and Dawn Driffill and Dawn’s children, Lucian Young and Kaitlyn Oreilly; her sister-in-law, Elaine (Jon Bergman) Maddalena; her brother-in-law, Michael (Jeremy Schaut) Maddalena; her nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and the Makofski family. Leisa was a popular and beloved waitress at the Hilton Family Restaurant, where she worked for many years. In her spare time she enjoyed camping and attending concerts.
Her Funeral Service was held June 16 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery, Moscow Road, Hamlin. Donations can be made to the Craig A. Goodrich Dog Shelter, 80 Railroad Avenue, Hamlin, New York 14464 in Leisa’s memory.
•Sundquist, John “Randy” Randall, died May 17, 2025. Randy is predeceased by his parents Robert and Dorothy Sundquist, wife Arlene McLane Sundquist, and brother-inlaw Dan Wilson. He is survived by his wife Roslyn Smith; children Erin (Randy) Strange, Shannon (Chris) Daudert, James D’Amico, and Joanne (Marc) Major; sister Sue Wilson; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was a former Health Educator for the Monroe County Health Department.
There will be no calling hours or services. Donations in Randy’s memory can be made to Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, 2652 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.
•Participate in hands-on activities for all ages in the interactive Fielding Discovery Room
•Enjoy a live performance on George Eastman’s original Aeolian pipe organ, played by Joe Blackburn in the mansion from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
•Create a sun print in the garden using photographic processes inspired by the museum’s collections
•Meet Jamie M. Allen, the Stephen B. and Janice G. Ashley Curator and Head of the Department of Photography, who will be available to answer questions about the exhibitions
The George Eastman Museum is located at 900 East Avenue, Rochester. For information, visit eastman.org/freeday. Provided information
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•Schult, Jean G., age 88, died June 11, 2025. She is predeceased by her husband of 54 years, William A. Schult; sister, Jacquelyn Guth; parents, Robert and Jean Spaulding. She is survived by her children, Bonnie St. Denis, Jacquelyn M. Draper, William (Bernadette) Schult; grandchildren, Andrew (Kathy Blake) St. Denis, Daniel St. Denis, Colin St. Denis, Randy Draper, Kyle Draper, Aiden McManus, Shawnalyn (Jake) Goodenbury, Morgan Schult; four great-grandchildren; siblings, Carl (Marsha) Guth, Carol (Richard) Mackoweiki, Robert (Donna) Spaulding, Wayne Spaulding; daughter-inlaw, Donalyn (Jeff) Chapman Schult Metz; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, step sisters and families. Jean was a member and prior church secretary at Ogden Presbyterian Church. Jean was an excellent baker, quilter and gardener. She was always there for her family and friends. She was an avid watcher of Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy up to the time of passing. She loved crosswords and the morning Jumble, and was a voracious reader.
A Memorial Service was held June 18 at Ogden Presbyterian, Spencerport. Donations in her memory can be made to OPC Memorial Fund, 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 or Spencerport Ecumenical Food Shelf, 26 Ogden Parma Town Line Road, Spencerport, NY 14559. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
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Pictured are: (l-r) Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, Rochester Business Journal; Karen Kinter, CEO, Oak Orchard Health; and Ben Jacobs, Editor, Rochester Business Journal
Spencerport artist featured in dual exhibit at Central Library of Rochester
Forty natural assemblages created by local artist, Teresa Schreiber Werth of Spencerport, are featured in the Anthony Mascioli Gallery at the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County, 115 South Avenue, through June 28.
Ms. Werth’s works in Rochester are exhibited alongside 58 whimsical fairy houses complete with their stories, created by library patrons of all ages. The joint show, Magic in the Moss, features creations made of (mostly) natural materials in imaginative, expressive and playful ways.
The Central Library is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and is closed on Sunday. The building is handicap accessible. The Foodlink Café is located on the ground floor of the Bausch & Lomb Public Library building across the street from the Central library and offers lunch weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ms. Werth also has a piece of her work, “Times up, folks!” in a juried show, Affirm, at d’Art Center in Norfolk, Virginia. for the month of June, celebrating Pride month. The call reached 14 states and received 115 submissions from across the country. Just 18 works from 17 artists and 10 states were selected for an exhibition in the gallery’s smaller more intimate exhibition space, The Vault.
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CWD hosts Educator Summit to offer workforce readiness assessments
Most high school counselors are familiar with college-bound students taking the ACT exam as part of the college application process. ACT also offers WorkKeys Assessments to help high school students and adults assess their preparedness for the workforce in three key areas: applied math, graphic literacy, and workplace documents.
To share this information with the community, the Center for Workforce Development hosted the ACT Work Ready Communities Educator Summit on April 24 in the Professional Development Center at BOCES 2. The event brought together school counselors and administrators from all over the region and representatives from area businesses to find out more.
The WorkKeys Assessments are used to answer the following questions: Can job applicants use mathematical reasoning for workplace problems? Can they understand and analyze workplace graphics? Can they read and apply written information on the job? Once applicants take each of the three assessments, they receive a score, on a scale of 1 (low) to 7 (high). Receiving a 3 or higher on each assessment qualifies an applicant for one of four levels – bronze (lowest), silver, gold or platinum (highest) – as they work towards earning a National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) indicating their workplace readiness to an employer.
In turn, employers assess their job descriptions and positions to figure out what critical skills are needed from potential employees. Are they looking for silver certified candidates in applied math, graphic literacy, and workplace documents or do they need higher or lower certifications in each area? By completing these critical job assessments, the employer can screen potential candidates more effectively and target growth areas for on-the-job training. Employers can declare in their job postings the specific WorkKeys they are looking for in each of the assessment areas, allowing candidates to present their certifications when applying for work. The goal is for employers to hire and retain the most qualified candidates for their open positions.
The information gathered from local employers about jobs helps educational institutions ensure that their students are prepared for the workforce by concentrating on the skills that employers are looking for. Monroe and Genesee Counties are pursuing
certification as Work Ready Communities (WRC). Monroe County has 55 employers and Genesee County has 105 employers who support ACT Work Ready Communities by recognizing the NCRC as a measure of foundational workplace skills.
In addition to a few vendors at the Summit, there was also an interactive panel discussion. The panel consisted of four people: Leah Leverich, a recent Hilton graduate, creator of the Decision Day podcast and brand manager for the Big Brand Managers; Cathy Caiazza, assistant vice president for career and personnel development at the Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship; Chris Suozzi, executive vice president of business and workforce development for the Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC); and Sheila Eigenbrad, a retired educator and educational consultant for the GCEDC. They each talked about the different paths to employment for high school graduates and adults. Leverich has found success with her podcast, which is for students who are graduating high school and aren’t sure whether to pursue more education or a job – she was one of those students. Caiazza promoted the Golisano Institute as higher education for non-traditional college students. She said that 50% of traditional college graduates are underemployed. Eigenbrad added that 33.8% of college graduates are employed in a career that doesn’t require their degree. Suozzi promoted Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP) in Genesee County as a high technology manufacturing center that generates a lot of employment for the region.
BOCES 2, along with RochesterWorks and the Golisano Institute, are test sites for the ACT WorkKeys Assessments.
CWD plans to offer a pilot program, funded by ESL Federal Credit Union and Monroe County Industrial Development Corporation (MCIDC), for districts to administer WorkKeys assessments to a group of high school students. CWD also plans on using WorkKeys assessments with their adult students, and opening testing sessions for anyone in the community to take the assessments and earn their NCRC credential. Future plans include aiding districts and organizations in the community who would like to become their own testing center to
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Blood Drives
•Blood Drive on Wednesday, June 25, from 1 to 6 p.m., at American Legion Post 330, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org for an appointment.
Classes/Workshops/Webinars
•The Radio Control Club of Rochester offers free training for anyone that would like to learn how to fly radio controlled model airplanes. The club will supply the plane and two transmitters that are connected. This is hands-on and you will fly a plane in a safe and controlled environment at the club’s model airplane flying field in Northampton Park. Training is offered every Tuesday from May through September beginning at 4 p.m. Check https://www. rccr1957.com/beginning/training.html or the club’s Facebook page for notices about weather-related cancellations.
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•Support Aurora House by returning your cans and bottles to any Upstate Bottle Return location and mentioning Aurora House. The deposit money will be credited to the Aurora House account.
Events & Entertainment
•The Kiwanis Club of Brockport will be celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2026. Save the date for their 100-Year Anniversary Gala on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Deerfield Country Club. Details will follow as the event gets closer.
•The Brockport Farmers Market is open Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through October 19, on Main Street. Shop for fresh farm market produce, baked goods, earth-friendly goods, and crafts.
•Wegmans Concerts by the Shore are Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Ontario Beach Park, Rochester. Free admission. June 25 performance by The Invictas (60s & 70s rock & roll).
•The Hilton-Parma Gazebo Band will present a free summer concert at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, at Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton.
•The North Chili Farmers Market is open Saturdays, June 14 to October 25, 8 a.m. to noon, at the United Methodist Church of North Chili, 2200 Westside Drive (at Buffalo Road). Go to northchiliumc.org/farmers-market for information.
•The Radio Control Club of Rochester is hosting its 39th Annual Ray Edmunds Memorial R/C Air Show and Fun Fly, June 28 and 29 at the Northampton Park Model Flying Field, 304 Salmon Creek Road, Brockport. Examples of many types of radiocontrolled model aircraft, along with some of the area’s best pilots, will be on hand for this event. Flying demonstrations are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. For information and directions, visit www. rccr1957.com
•Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Zone C Headquarters is holding an Open House on June 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 2330 South Union Street, Spencerport.
•Spencerport’s Music on the Canal concert series is held rain or shine on Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Gazebo. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair. June 29 performance by I’m Tellin’ Mom (60s to 90s classic rock music).
•The Greece Chamber of Commerce offers a free Travel Presentation with Collette on Tuesday, June 24, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Greece Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 2402 West Ridge Road, Rochester (behind Men’s Wearhouse). Learn about upcoming travel opportunities to Italy, Japan, and the Greek islands. Open to the public. No membership requirement. Register at https:// greecechamber.org/ (look under Upcoming Events).
•The Hilton High School Jazz Ensemble will perform at the Rochester International Jazz Festival on Thursday, June 26, at 6 p.m. under the Rochester Regional Health Big Tent. Admission is free.
Fundraisers
•Mainly Books, 24 Main Street, Hilton, is holding a Buy One, Get One Free sale of all James Patterson books. Support the Parma Public Library by purchasing several of the hundreds in the store. Note new hours: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
•Friends of the Greece Public Library are sponsoring a Used Book Sale on Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Buckman’s Plaza Lower Level, 2590 West Ridge Road. Selections include: children’s books, non-fiction, fiction, mystery, adventure, romance, and more. Cash only. Please bring your own bag.
•The American Legion Auxiliary #379 will serve a Lasagna Dinner on the second Wednesday of the month and a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on the fourth Wednesday of the month to help support the Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Both dinners are from 4 to 6 p.m. and are available for dine in or take out. Cost is $12 per person, $6 for veterans. For reservations, call 585-637-5012. (Dinners may vary.)
$15 for adults, $5 for children, and free for ages five and under. Tickets will be $17 at the door. Takeouts are available. The event will be emceed by Ethel Chadwick, author of Mama Ethel’s Guide to Love and Healthy Relationships and the host of the Bagels and Blessings radio show. There will also be raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, face painting, and more.
•The Churchville Riga Chamber of Commerce is looking for crafters/vendors for the 2025 Churchville Summer Fest which will take place on August 16, noon to 9 p.m. (vendors from noon to 6 p.m.), at the Churchville fairgrounds across from the caboose. The festival will also have bands, chicken BBQ, food booths, tractor show, kids games, and more. Contact Tish Juergens at levans14428@yahoo.com for more information.
•The Rotary Club of Greece is holding its Rino Pappano Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, July 28, at Ridgemont Country Club. Proceeds benefit the Greece Little League’s Challenger Division and the Greece Rotary Foundation. Visit www. greecerotary.org for information, registration, and sponsorship opportunities.
•Save the date for Genesee Community College’s Cougar Classic golf tournament on Monday, July 21, at Stafford Country Club. Those with questions may contact the Foundation Office at 585-345-6809 or foundation@genesee.edu.
•Save the date for the Jr. Saints Golf Tournament on August 23 at Salmon Creek Country Club. Shotgun starts at 7 a.m., steak lunch at 11:30 a.m. Includes prizes and raffles. Cost is $100 per golfer, $40 for lunch only. For information, visit ccjrsaints. squadfusion.com or email ccjrsaints@gmail.com
Government
Meetings
•Brockport: Work Session – June 23, 7 p.m. at 49 State Street.
•Chili: Library Board of Trustees – June 24, 6 p.m. at 3237 Chili Avenue, New Community Center; Zoning Board of Appeals – June 26, 7 p.m., at Town Hall Main Meeting Room.
•Churchville: Board of Trustees – June 23, 7 p.m., at 23 East Buffalo Street.
•Clarkson: Town Board – June 24, 6 p.m., at Clarkson Town Hall.
•Hamlin: Conservation Board – June 23, 7 p.m.; Town Board – June 25, 7 p.m.
•Ogden: Town Board – June 25, 7 p.m., at 269 Ogden Center Road.
•Riga: Conservation Board – June 23, 7 p.m.
•Sweden: Town Board – June 24, 6 p.m.
Health
•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester. Call 585-423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.
•The Hilton Community Clothes Closet, located in the basement of Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, is open Tuesdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m., the first Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m., and the third Saturday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. Everything is free and there are no residency or financial requirements. Email Hilton.Clothing. Closet@gmail.com with any questions.
•Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport, on Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room and at the First Presbyterian Church, 35 State Street, Brockport, on Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
•The Monroe Mental Health App provides essential mental and behavioral health information to Monroe County residents. It features acute and outpatient resources, suicide prevention services, and Narcan information and training. Users can also create their own safety plan with actionable steps for harm reduction. Download from your app store or visit https://www.monroecounty.gov/mh for information.
•The Spencerport addiction support group meeting for anyone touched by addiction is every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., at Spencerport Wesleyan Church, 2653 Nichols Street. Park in the back, enter thru downstairs door and go all the way to the back and through a door to the back room. Call 410-8021 or 261-5280 with any questions.
Library Programs
•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Book Club for Adults is Wednesday, June 25, at 2 p.m. Stop in at the library and pick up a copy of The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. Register for programs online through the library calendar at https://calendar.libraryweb.org/calendar/Hamlin. For more information, call 964-2320 or visit the library’s website or Facebook page.
•The Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 5p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.), closed Saturdays in July and August. Library closed July 4. Events: Coloring for Adults & Teens – June 27 at 3 p.m.; Summer Reading for Adults, Teens, & Kids – June 30 through August 8; Presentation: A History of the Diabolical Striped Garment – July 11 at 3 p.m.; Pizza and a Movie – July 14 at 5 p.m.; Coloring for Adults and Teens – July 21 at 6 p.m. Call 585-617-6181 to register. Find kids and teen events at ogdenfarmerslibrary.org.
•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Summer Reading Kickoff Party – Monday, June 30, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Kick off summer reading with balloon animals, a colorful craft, and ice cream for kids. Storytime at the Gazebo – Wednesday, July 2, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Meet at the Hilton-Parma Rec Center Gazebo for all ages storytime. Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and bubbles. In the event of rain, storytime will be inside the library. Movie Madness – Thursday, July 3, 2 to 4 p.m., showing The Green Mile as part of the Flying Colors Film Festival. The library will be closed July 4 and 5 for the holiday. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.
•The Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, runs programs for patrons of all ages. For the complete schedule and additional information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org or call 637-1050. Some programs require advance registration.
Meetings
•Hilton Apple Fest Committee meets every fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, Hilton. The meeting room is on the second floor, room 202. Everyone is welcome.
•Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners holds a workshop meeting the fourth Thursday of the month (June 26) at 7 p.m. All meetings are held at the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Building, 1521 Lake Road, Hamlin.
Professional
•The Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce 2025 Annual Meeting & Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Chef’s Event Center & Party House, 1875 North Union Street, Spencerport. Cost is $49 for chamber members and $59 for non-members. Advance registration is required. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl. com/3sjdxswd.
Reunion
•Brockport High School Class of 1990 is holding a Reunion Weekend, July 25 through 27, 2025. Special events are planned all weekend long. Alumni of the BHS Class of 1990 are asked to email the reunion planning committee at bkptclassof90@gmail. com and include their full name (noting name at graduation if different). The planning committee will email the 35th Reunion Itinerary and a link to RSVP. Updates will also be shared on the Brockport High School Class of 1990 Facebook Page.
School Boards
• Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, June 24, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Audit Committee Meeting at 5 p.m. in Administrative Board Room #3808. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room #3802. Code of Conduct Public Hearing at 7 p.m. in Administrative Board Room #3808. Regular business meeting to follow the public hearing in Administrative Board Room #3808.
•The Spencerport Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, June 24, at 6 p.m. for a Business Meeting. Check the district website for details.
Seniors
•Medicare 101 – Free education session* offered to those turning 65 or who are already Medicare eligible to learn about: eligibility requirements of Medicare; Medicare Parts A, B, C and D; original Medicare costs and benefits; and prescription drug programs, Medigap and Medicare Advantage. It will be held Tuesday, June 24, 6:30 p.m., at the Sweden Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Rd., Brockport. Register by emailing theresas@ maustandleone.com or calling/texting 585-5076316. For accommodations of persons with special needs at meetings, call 585-507-6316 or TTY 711.
*Attendees are under no obligation to enroll in a plan. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Theresa Seil is a Licensed Insurance Agent affiliated with Maust & Leone. •Bingo every Tuesday, 1 p.m., at the Hilton Community Center Ingham Room for anyone 55+. Loose change is preferred.
•GetSetUp offers peer-led classes in technology, health and wellness, financial literacy, and more, free for New Yorkers age 60 and up. Visit www.getsetup.io/nystate for information.
Also closed on Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and
•Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Story of Hope Comfort Care Home on Saturday, June 28, from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Italian American Sports Club, 1250 Buffalo Road, Rochester. Enjoy all-you-can-eat spaghetti, meatballs, salad, drinks, and desserts. Purchase tickets in advance at storyofhoperochester.com for
•Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main Street, Churchville, is open Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Summer Reading Game starts Monday, June 30. For more information and registration, call 293-2009, go to newmanrigalibrary.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.
Volunteer Opportunities
•Volunteers are needed for the Brockport Arts Festival. Consider being part of the action. Learn more and sign up at https://tinyurl.com/ycx3xehb.
HMW Fire District receives grant from Firehouse Subs
Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District has been named a grant recipient by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®, receiving $15,905 to ensure Hamlin is safer than ever. The grant will be used to purchase a trailer to house and transport an off-road rescue vehicle for the department and will ensure the community is better prepared for emergencies.
“We are committed to helping organizations such as the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District continue their lifesaving work. We are honored to be able to award this grant and do our part to ensure that the Town of Hamlin is safer for everyone, including first responders,” said Robin Peters, Executive Director, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
The rescue trailer will be used to provide immediate transport of the off-road vehicle to assist with rescues of injured snowmobilers and hunters and provide a heated shelter during ice water rescues.
For the past 18 years, charitable donations have been the driving force behind Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® supporting first responders and public safety organizations nationwide. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded more than $98 million to hometown heroes in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. To learn more about Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation or donate directly, visit FirehouseSubsFoundation.org. Provided information
Better Brockport slate wins election
The Brockport Village election was held on June 17. The Better Brockport slate of Ben Reed, Don Roberts, and Wenday Dunham were elected mayor and trustees, respectively, and will take office on July 1 to serve fouryear terms.
The unofficial vote totals are:
Mayor: Ben Reed 518 Annie Crane 276
Trustee (two seats): Don Roberts 503 Wendy Dunham 501 Robert LeSuer 278 Brittany Profit-Rheinwald 279
Monroe County Board of Elections will have certified results once absentee and affidavit ballots are counted at Monroecounty.gov/elections-results. Provided information
Monroe County Aging Alliance Livable Community Questionnaire
The Monroe County Aging Alliance is conducting a questionnaire for residents ages 50 and older to help understand resident preferences and needs to age in the community. Respondent input will help local leaders plan for a more age-friendly, livable Monroe County for people of all ages.
The MCAA Livable Community Questionnaire takes 15 to 20 minutes to complete. Responses are confidential and anonymous, and respondent data will never be shared
Visit https://www.surveymonkey. com/r/PQT7HMT and complete the questionnaire by July 7, 2025 to help shape the future of the Monroe County community. Printed copies are available by calling at 585-753-6820. Surveys can be made available in additional languages, as well.
For information about the Monroe County Aging Alliance, visit https:// monroeagingalliance.org. Provided information
Virtual workshop on growing peppers and tomatoes together
Peppers and tomatoes are staple crops in any vegetable garden. Both are popular, nutritious vegetables that can be included in a variety of diets and a wide range of dishes. Since they belong to the nightshade family and have similar watering, light, and nutrient needs, gardeners can take the opportunity to grow them together and enhance the yield while reducing their garden workload.
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Notice of Formation
Notice of Formation of Finch Holdings, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the New York Department of State on 5/21/2025. Its office is located in Genesee County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process against the Company may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 9 Leah Lane, N. Chili, NY 14514. The purpose of the Company is any lawful activity.
SOMETHING
Cornell Extension of Monroe County, in collaboration with Kirby Farm, offers the “Growing Peppers and Tomatoes Together – Virtual Workshop” on Thursday, June 26, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. All aspiring backyard gardeners, homesteaders, community garden members, school garden coordinators, and members of the public who wish to sharpen their gardening skills are invited to join.
Farmers and presenters, Chad and Mandy Kirby, will discuss key steps to successfully grow these two popular vegetables, including planting, soil nutrition, plant care, and fruit harvest. Additionally, the CCE’s nutritionist will share information on the health benefits, summer recipes, and preservation tips.
The workshop is free, but registration is required at: https://reg.cce. cornell.edu/pepperstomatoes_226. Provided information
Grant money will fund a trailer to house and transport Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District’s off-road rescue vehicle. Photo from Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District on Facebook.
EVENTS
Morgan-Manning House Museum invites you to Celebrate Independence Day July 4 on the lawn at the SUNY Brockport Alumni House 75 College St., Brockport 9:15am-4:00pm
9:30am - Children’s Parade. Gather at 9:15 at Hartwell Hall
9:30am-1:30pm - Old Fashioned Games on the Lawn
2:00pm - Cake Walk
MUSIC
10:00am - Brockport Summer Community Chorus
11:00am - Brockport Summer Community Band
12:00pm - Your American Jukebox Band
FOOD
All day: Fresh popcorn, sodas, and ice cream treats
10:30am-2:00pm - Hamburgers, Veggie Burgers, Sausage and Hotdogs on the grill
LegaL NoticeS
Legal Notice
Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Notice of Permissive Referendum
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners of the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District in the Town of Hamlin, Monroe County, New York at a meeting held on the 16th of June 2025 duly adopted the following Resolution, subject to a Permissive Referendum.
A resolution authorizing the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District, Town of Hamlin, Monroe County, New York to withdraw an additional $5,000.00 from the Apparatus Reserve Fund and withdraw the original request of $14,000.00 and change it to $19,000.00 for the purpose of additional equipment
This resolution is subject to a Permissive Referendum pursuant to Section 6G, General Municipal Law.
By order of the Commissioners of the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District.
Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Fire District Administrator/Secretary
Legal Notice
Brockport Fire District Notice of Resolution
Disposal of Pumper 235 by the Board of Commissioners of the Brockport Fire District, Towns of Sweden and Clarkson, County of Monroe, New York, (Board) as follows:
Section 1. Pursuant to Town Law §176(23), the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Brockport Fire District (Fire District) may sell or otherwise dispose of real and/or personal property of the fire district when the Board of Fire Commissioners determines that such property is no longer necessary for any of the Fire District’s uses and purposes; and furthermore when the value of the property exceeds $20,000 and is less than $100,000.00 a resolution subject to a permissive referendum which authorizes the disposal or sale of the property is required.
Section 2. The Board has determined that this action of the sale and disposal of personal property of the Brockport Fire District is classified as a Type II action under N.Y.C.R.R., Part 617.5, the implementing regulations of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) under Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, as such by definition such sale will not result in any significant environmental impact, and no further action is required under SEQRA.
Section 3. The Brockport Fire District owns a firefighting vehicle (Pumper 235), a 2004 Pierce Saber Pumper with a 1250 GPM pump and a 1000-gallon tank. The pumper was purchased and has been used for fire district pur-
Section 4. Due to the schedule of repairs and anticipated repairs that the Fire District has undertaken since its acquisition, because of this vehicle’s years in service and the projected future cost of repair anticipated for this vehicle, and based upon the Brockport Fire District projected Fleet replacement program, the Board believes divesting itself of this vehicle is in the best interest of the Fire District. At the same time, the property still has monetary value to the district and will be in the Fire District’s best interests. Accordingly, this vehicle is no longer necessary for the Brockport Fire District, and the property is deemed surplus. It may be disposed of as surplus in such a manner, and such sale procedures may be utilized to achieve the greatest value for such a vehicle.
Section 5. The Board of Fire Commissioners has determined that the value of the personal property is in excess of $20,000.00 and less than $100,000.00. Accordingly, before the property may be sold or disposed of, a proposition authorizing the asset’s disposal must be approved by a resolution subject to a permissive referendum and at a price that will achieve the most outstanding reasonable value for the vehicle and in compliance with the Brockport Fire District’s Capital Assets Policy.
Section 6. This Resolution is subject to a permissive referendum, and the District Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to publish this resolution as provided for in Town Law 176 (23)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE RESOLVED that based upon the foregoing, the District authorized the sale or disposition of the pumper 235 subject to a permissive referendum.
The question of adoption of this Resolution was duly put to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Moved and seconded, the above resolution was voted upon as follows:
Patricia Connors, Chairwoman, Commissioner Yes
Allyn Hammel, Vice Chairman, Commissioner Yes
David Georgiev, Commissioner Yes
Michael Koss, Commissioner Yes Willard Bird, Commissioner Yes
The motion was, therefore, unanimously approved.
Dated: June 16, 2025
Debra Bax, Secretary Board of Commissioners Brockport Fire District
Legal Notice
Town of Hamlin
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, by order of the Town Board, the Town of Hamlin will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 6:30 PM, at St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464.
The purpose of this hearing is to discuss proposed changes to the Lakeshore Sewer Tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. This hearing follows the informational letters recently mailed to residents.
All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given the opportunity to be heard.
By order of the Town Board, Town of Hamlin
Legal Notice
Town of Hamlin Hamlin Planning Board
Monday, July 7, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Pursuant to Section 274a and 276 of Town Law as amended and the Town of Hamlin Zoning Code, the Hamlin Planning Board will hold Public Hearings on Monday, July 7, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hamlin Town Hall located at 1658 Lake Road, Hamlin for the following:
PUBLIC HEARING SUBDIVISION OF PARCEL
DAN WENCEK
3283 ROOSEVELT HIGHWAY
Application of Dan Wencek, owner, Dan Wencek, seeking a property split to create 2 lots located at 3283 Roosevelt Highway. This is in the R-M Zoning District. Tax account# 020.04-003-014.
PUBLIC HEARING SUBDIVISION OF LAND MAEG SUBDIVISION 38 MORTON ROAD AND 947 & 971 REDMAN ROAD
Application of Solomon’s Choice, owner Solomon’s Choice, seeking a subdivision of land for tax account# 012.02-001005.1. This is in the R-L & R-VL Zoning Districts. The following documents have been submitted for review: All interested parties will be given the opportunity to be heard at this time.
Further information can be obtained by calling 964-8181 or by reviewing the application at the Hamlin Town Hall during regular business hours.
Dated: July 7, 2025
Chairperson Chris Schlieter
Hamlin Planning Board
Legal Notice
Brockport Fire District
Notice to Bidders
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Brockport Fire District (Fire District) is seeking and requesting sealed bids for the purchase of the Fire District’s Firefighting Vehicle 235, a 2004 Pierce Saber with 35,513 miles with a Waterous Series 40 1250 GPM Single Stage Pump and a 1,000-gallon poly tank. The Fire District is requesting a minimum bid of $70,000.
The vehicle is being sold in its “as is” condition without any warranties. The successful bidder must be prepared to tender a bank draft of the bid amount at the time of delivery. Delivery will take place at Station 1, located at 38 Market Street, Brockport NY 14420.
Sealed bids can be mailed or hand-delivered to the Brockport Fire District, Station 1, PO Box 131, 38 Market Street, Brockport NY 14420 and should be marked Pumper 235 Pierce Saber Attention: Debra Bax, Secretary (585-406-1073).
All bids must be received by 4:00 pm on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Station 1, 38 Market Street, Brockport NY 14420.
The bids will be opened at 6:00 pm on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Brockport Fire District Station 3, located at 191 West Avenue, Brockport NY 14420.
REJECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS: The Brockport Fire District hereby reserves the right to waive any informality and reject any or all sealed bids or to accept the one that, in its judgment, will be in the Fire District’s best interest.
If the successful bidder is not a fire responder agency, all emergency lighting will be removed before the sale.
To make an appointment to view the pumper, contact Commissioner Bill Bird, at 585-739-9446. This sale is subject to a successful Permissive Referendum and, if successful, it will be ready for delivery after July 15, 2025.
Dated: June 16, 2025
Debra L. Bax, Secretary Brockport Fire District
Opinion & Comments
Brockport, thank you for your support
We extend our sincere gratitude to the residents of the Village of Brockport for your support throughout our campaign and for placing your trust in us at the polls. Your votes affirm a shared commitment to building a community that reflects the needs, values and hopes of everyone who calls Brockport home.
We are honored by the opportunity to serve and are committed to fostering a Better Brockport - one where every voice is heard, transparency is upheld, and decisions are made in the best interests of all residents. We are ready to get to work and deliver thoughtful, responsible leadership that Brockport deserves.
We will do this together because we know, it truly takes a village.
Ben Reed
Don Roberts
Wendy Dunham
American Legion membership benefits
The American Legion’s annual renewal notices go out on July 1. This year membership in the American Legion is especially important. Nationally, the American Legion is the nation’s most influential advocate for veteran’s benefits including healthcare, financial assistance, and suicide prevention programs. The American Legion’s strength and effectiveness are directly related to their membership. The greater the membership, the more clout with congress.
Locally, your American Legion membership allows us to strengthen our ties with the community while defending patriotic values. In the past year, we have contributed to county youth baseball, Special Olympics, Toys for Tots, Wreaths Across America, and other programs. Membership can be renewed online through the American Legion website or the MyLegion account. As the American Legion so succinctly put it: “The American Legion stands as a beacon of inclusivity and camaraderie, offering a welcoming embrace to veterans and their families from all walks of life. Serving as more than just a gathering place, it fosters a sense of belonging and understanding within the veteran community, transcending differences, and uniting individuals under a shared bond of service.”
Please consider joining your local American Legion Post if you are not a member, and renewing your membership if you are a member. Please stop in for breakfast on most Wednesdays, at 222 West Avenue, Brockport, and meet the Post Commander.
Bill Fine, Adjutant
Harsch-Crisp-Seaman
American Legion Post #379
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Legal Notice
Town of Sweden Town Board Meeting Time Change
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the regular meeting of the Sweden Town Board scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, 2025 will begin at 5:00 pm at the Sweden Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport, NY. The Sweden Town Board will immediately go into Executive Session to discuss the employment of a particular person, subject to Public Officer’s Law Section 105 (f).
This by Order of the Sweden Town Board
Karen M. Sweeting, Town Clerk
Legal Notice
Village of Brockport
The Village of Brockport will hold a public hearing for revisions to Village Code Chapter 3: Animals at its regularly scheduled village board workshop on June 23, 2025 at 7 p.m. Location is 49 State St./Village Court and on Zoom. Login credentials on the agenda. The full text of the revisions can be read at www.brockportny.org under News or at Village Hall, 127 Main St. during business hours.
Respectfully submitted,
Linden
Erica L.
Village Manager/Clerk
6/28 Begging Angels will be
6/29 Sarah & Friends“Dirty Country” featuring Joe Carter, John Kurycki and Sarah Connolly 3-6pm
HAGE-HOGAN BOYS & GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP
June 30-July 3, 2025
Basketball Camp Grade Divisions
Grades K-2, Location: S/C Gymnasium
8:00-9:15am
$45/$50NR
Grades 3-6, Location: Middle School Gymnasium at Brockport Central 8:00-12:00pm
competitions under the supervision of our highly qualified coaching staff. The coaches will concentrate on solid ball control skills, court sense, execution of fundamentals, quickness, and finishing strong, which are the essentials of the best players. We will strive to build your confidence, work ethic, and develop your passion for the “World’s Greatest Team game.” Come join us and become the best you can be! It will be our pleasure to work with you.
Instructors: Charlie Hage (former Brockport High School Boys Varsity Coach) and Jack Hogan (former Brockport High School Girls Coach).
Camp Begins Monday, June 30
Campers in grades K-2 are to report at 7:45am to Sweden/Clarkson Community Center, Campers in grades 3-12 are to report at 7:30 am to the Brockport Central Middle School to sign in before start time! At this time you will receive your basketball and Hage-Hogan T-shirt! Campers will be broken up into age and fundamentals groups.
$95/$99NR/2nd Participant $85
Grades 7-12, Location: Middle School Gymnasium at Brockport Central 8:00-12:00pm
$95/$99NR/2nd Participant $85
*Registration Fee Includes T-shirt &
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AIR CONDITIONING
Air Conditioner Stand Alone, 3 in 1 portable air conditioner Frigidaire. New never open box. $250 or good offer. 230-9002.[6-22]
Bergen, 7887 Townline Rd., 6/28 & 29, 9am-4pm Christmas decorations, hunting clothes, household items, antique telephone booths and others. Call 716-474-0029 with any questions.[6-22]
Spencerport, 992 Washington, Thursday, 6/26 - Saturday, 28, 9am-6pm Tools, household items, John Deere mower w/54” cut, and so much more. Everything must go![6-22]
Weeding • Mulch Bush Trimming, etc. Scheduled Monthly Maintenance Available Budget Friendly Hands in the dirt, grown by His grace. 585-967-4448
Spencerport, 20 Sheldon Drive Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28. 9:00-3:00 both days. Baby furniture, housewares, tools, etc.[6-22]
CLASSIFIEDS
MOVING SALE
Moving Sale, 8609 W. Canal, Brockport. Sat. & Sun., June 28 & 29, 7am-4pm. Lots of great stuff. Priced to sell.[6-29]
SALE
TOOl SAlE: Table saw, planers, router, air compressor, sandblaster, many more. 361 Parma Center Rd. Call Ed. 585392-3055.[6-29]
Sears Craftsman 10” Radial Saw, 2.75 HP, includes Arbor wrenches & manual. Model # 113.197150, serial # 91267M0048. Condition - very good. Price- $250. 585-8319369.[TFN]
WANTED TO BUY
Wanted lawn Tractors, ATV and 4 Wheelers, Generators, that need some work or are in working condition. 585-4155141.[6-22]
The Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) once again presents Rochester’s longest-running juried showcase of art by regional artists this summer. The 69th Rochester-Finger Lakes Exhibition premiers with an exclusive Members Opening Party on Friday, June 27, and will be open to the public from Saturday, June 28, through Sunday, October 5. This year’s exhibition features works by ninety artists working across a range of
media, showcasing the talent of the region’s vibrant creative community. Timothy Peterson (MAG’s inaugural Ann and Irving Norry Curator of Contemporary Art) served as the juror. Past exhibitions included notable artists whose works are now in MAG’s collection, including Hilda Altschule, Colleen Browning, Kathy Calderwood, Wendell Castle, Hans Christensen, Nancy Jurs, Albert Paley, Honoré Sharrer, Bill Stewart, and Fritz Trautman.
Westside artists in this year’s exhibition are: Kristen Adkins (Brockport), Laura Bishop (Brockport), Christian Carson (Brockport), Sara DiDonato (Brockport), Ron Ferrara (Spencerport), Nicole Rowley (Hilton), and Jessica Young (Hamlin). There are also several artists from across Rochester.
Exhibition artists are eligible for cash awards, including the $1,500 Memorial Art Gallery Award. During the first two weeks of the exhibition, MAG guests are invited to cast ballots for their favorite work, and the artist who receives the most votes will receive the Harris Popular Vote Award.
Find the full list of exhibiting artists and more information about the exhibition at https://mag.rochester.edu/exhibitions/69rflx/. Provided information
Ribbon cutting and open house at Brockport Boathouse
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the Brockport Village Boathouse on June 13, following the dedication of the new Pedestrian Bridge. The Boathouse is located at the back of the SUNY Brockport Lot “D” on Holley Street and will be the home base of Brockport Community Rowing (BCR), a 501c3 corporation authorized to accept charitable donations.
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Following the ribbon cutting, BCR participated in the the Low Bridge, High Water Festival on June 14 and held an open house at the Boathouse on June 15. Members are excited about the outpouring of community support they have received and take it as an indication that Brockport is ready to row.
Say you saw it in the Westside News
The dream of bringing rowing to Brockport began in 2013 when the first “Village to Village” regatta was held on the Erie Canal between Brockport and Spencerport.
A Canalway Grant was received in 2018 to build a floating dock in Commissary Park which is located southeast of the canal gates. The dock was built by volunteers in 2018 and dedicated in 2019. Land in Commissary Park was transferred from SUNY Brockport to the Village of Brockport in 2023. Additionally, a second Canalway Grant was received and combined with a DASNY Grant and private donations to build a boathouse near the proposed pedestrian bridge.
Membership in Brockport Community Rowing is free for the first year and open to adults of all levels of experience. The organization aims to develop rowing programs that are fun, healthy and accessible to everyone, and foster an appreciation of the Erie Canal and Western New York environs.
BCR is actively seeking donations of money, time, and talent as it gets started. They are especially in need of safety equipment donations that are vital to the safety and success of the growing rowing community. Fill out our interest and membership forms at https://linktr.ee/brockportrowing. Also, visit www.brockportrowing.org and follow BCR on Facebook, or e-mail brockportrowing25@gmail.com to get involved. Provided information
Photos by Karen Fien
The Brockport Rowing Club Board of Directors: (l-r) Archie, Jim, Henry, Kelly, Marleen, and Ben.
The Brockport Kiwanis Club inducted two new members during their June 4 club meeting – Sean Bruno, Brockport Superintendent of Schools, and Dr. Nick Garcia of Hamlin Dental. Club members look forward to working with both of them. Pictured are (l-r) Gene Scherline, Lieutenant Governor for the Genesee Division of Kiwanis; Dr. Nick Garcia of Hamlin Dental; Sean Bruno, Superintendent of Schools; and Jeff Fisher, incoming President of the Brockport Kiwanis Club. Provided information and photo.
Stuck Cat, Robin Whiteman, Ceramic (2024)
Welding and plumbing training offered this fall at GCC
This fall, Genesee Community College’s Business and Employee Skills Training (BEST) Center will offer hands-on training in two in-demand skilled trades: Welding and Plumbing. Evening classes begin on September 2, 2025 and are designed to accommodate the schedules of working adults.
“Students will be awarded an industryrecognized credential upon completion of the training,” according to Jennifer Wakefield, executive director of Workforce Development at The BEST Center. “We are proud to offer these short-term programs that open doors to long-term career opportunities.”
The Welding Fundamentals Program equips students with essential skills for immediate entry into the workforce. The curriculum covers a broad range of techniques including basic gas and arc welding, gas metal arc welding (MIG), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW/stick), gas
tungsten arc welding (TIG) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW). Students will also learn the principles of industrial safety, equipment setup and operation, and shop safety protocols.
Welding instruction will be led by Sal Bonafide, a GCC instructor with over 15 years of industry experience. Bonafide is eager to begin working with a new cohort of welding students: “Being able to work with students across different generations and disciplines is something I’ve always worked hard at; I can’t wait to share my knowledge and experience with a new generation of welders.”
The Plumbing Certificate Program prepares students for entry-level employment in the residential plumbing trade. The training includes a strong foundation in plumbing theory and hands-on instruction in areas such as safety procedures, tool and material use, pipe fitting, fixture installation, and system maintenance. Students
will also complete the OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety training.
Instruction is provided by Walter Szczesny, a lifelong Batavia resident and Master Plumber who has owned and operated WTS Plumbing since 1993. Szczesny brings a lifetime of experience to share with his students: “I am excited to take my 45 years of knowledge and experience in the plumbing industry and pass it on to the next generation of plumbers with the skills needed to succeed in the field.”
The BEST Center at Genesee Community College is the recognized regional leader in workforce development, offering targeted seminars, workshops, and training programs to strengthen both individuals and businesses throughout the GLOW region. To learn more about BEST Center offerings, please visit https://www.genesee. edu/about/offices-departments/best-center/ techical-programs/. Provided information
sports & recreation
Spencerport’s Mancuso to be inducted into Section V Swimming & Diving Hall of Fame
by
Warren Kozireski
1988 Spencerport alum and 20-year Harley School Athletic Director Peter Mancuso is among a slate of inductees scheduled for induction into the Section V Swimming & Diving Hall of Fame this summer.
Mancuso balanced coaching varsity sports (swimming and baseball) and teaching physical education classes with the responsibilities of Athletic Director at The Harley School and served on the Section V executive council as the chair of Finger Lakes Golf and Baseball and as Section V’s Class D swimming and diving chair.
He was named Boys Class D Coach of the Year six times, Boys Genesee Region Coach of the Year five times and Girls Genesee Region Coach of the Year three times, leading the boys to a 213-86-7 record and the girls to a 173-54 count.
The Class D Swimming & Diving Chairman led his squads to seven Girls Intersectional Championships, 16 Girls Genesee Region Division titles, nine Girls Genesee Region League Meet Champions, five Class D Boys Section V championships, 11 Boys Genesee Region Division title winners and 12 Boys Genesee Region League Meet Champions.
He also coached seven New York State Meet qualifiers.
“My interest in coaching started when I was young and I would help (former elementary school Physical Education teacher at Munn School and early mentor) Scott Johnson construct lineups and gather
times on who we would swim against – both for the girls and boys teams (I was the girls swim team manager my sophomore and senior years),” Mancuso said. “I loved the tactical aspect of putting a lineup together to maximize points and your swimmers’ abilities. This has shaped my coaching plans, as I always try and have my swimmers be as versatile as they can and develop abilities in all four strokes.
“I’d scout meets to gather times and work with both Johnson and (fellow Hall of Famer and another mentor Steve) Dzina to give them some help with the lineup. I appreciated their willingness to allow me to be involved back then and do so even more now. Because of that, I’ve always been willing to allow my team to suggest and help with lineups if they were interested.”
“I was very proud of the success my teams had at Harley Allendale Columbia (HAC) and also the efforts that were made to upgrade the pool and its ability to host a meet. The pool underwent a major renovation while I was there and we also began the process of getting into the electronic timing age with scoreboards, touch pads, etc.
Mancuso was on varsity swimming for the Rangers for four seasons and a captain as a senior while competing in high school. He earned the Duane Tucker Award at the annual Athletics banquet for being the Outstanding Academic Athlete and the Monroe County Executive’s Community award – given by Thomas Frey to a student who has volunteered their time to help others – both in his senior year.
Local teams win Monroe County championships for spring sports
The Monroe County Public Schools Athletic Conference announced its team champions and 1st and 2nd team All-County selections for spring sports. The teams below won their division championship. Visit https:// sites.google.com/mcpsacny.org/mcpsacny for the complete listing of All-County selections by sport. Photos from @MCPSAC on X.
Churchville-Chili won the Monroe County Division III track & field championship. 1st Team All-County selections were Enouph Bennett for 100 and 200 meters, Max Tomaszewski for Discus, and the 4x100 Relay Team. 2nd Team selections were Elijah Burnley for 200 meters, Raoul Likaso for 400 meters, Rahlin Finch for 3,200 meters, and the 4x800 Relay team.
Hilton’s girls track and field team won the Monroe County Division III championship. 1st Team All-County selections were Annaleigh Green for long jump, Arlie Sears for high jump, Alexis Gerig for pole vault, and the 4x400 Relay team. Green and Sears were also named to the 2nd Team for 200 meters and Pentathalon, respectively, along with Gianna Bianchi for high jump and Hailey Edmond for pole vault.
Churchville-Chili’s baseball team won the Monroe County Division II championship. Aaron Reina was named Division II Player of the Year and Coach Bon Rule was named Co-Coach of the Year. Reina was selected 1st Team All-County along with teammates Marcus Roney, Luke Karelus, and Bobby Rule Jr. Jamie Derleth, Nick Vaccaro and Anthony Indiano were named to the second team.
Churchville-Chili’s boys golf team won the Division III Monroe County championship with Coach Brian Young being named Division III Coach of the Year. Five Saints were named to the All-County Team: Grady Galliford, Jason Starkweather, Tri Nguyen, Joe Andrecolich, and Nicholas Medlar.
Churchville-Chili’s boys tennis team won the Monroe County Division III championship. Sebastian Dix was named Division III Player of the Year and was named to the 1st Team All-County along with teammates Nico Lupiani and Nate Barkski.
Spencerport’s softball team won the Monroe County Division III championship and Coach Adam Della Sala was named Division III Coach of the Year. Four Rangers were named First Team All-County: Kelsey Sick, Ella Newell, Paige Stein, and Bella Marlatt. Izzy Neu and Ariana Burns were named to the 2nd Team.
Paolini were named to the 2nd Team.
Peter Mancuso will be inducted to the Hall of Fame in August. Provided photo.
Zazzaro crowned Mrs. New York American 2025
Spencerport resident Shaina Zazzaro, the reigning Mrs. Rochester 2025, has officially been crowned Mrs. New York American 2025 following her standout performance at the state pageant held on June 15, 2025. The event took place at the RIT Inn & Conference Center, where Zazzaro earned top honors and will now advance to the national stage to compete in the Mrs. American 2025 Pageant in Las Vegas at the Westgate Resort & Casino.
Zazzaro, a successful entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and mother of two, is the founder and CEO of Effortlessly Healthy, a top 100 company in Rochester and ranked as the #8 fastest-growing Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) in 2024. Now a multimillion-dollar company, Effortlessly Healthy is breaking the statistic that only 1.9% of women-owned businesses ever generate $1 million or more in annual revenue. Her story is one of resilience – she launched her business during a period of homelessness, lost her sister to a heroin overdose in 2018, and overcame a 60-pound weight loss journey.
Shaina Zazzaro being crowned Mrs. New York American at the state pageant on June 15.
Raised by a single mother who worked tirelessly to provide despite overwhelming obstacles, Shaina grew up witnessing firsthand the power of determination and sacrifice. Those early life experiences laid the foundation for the resilience and work ethic she’s known for today.
Shaina is also the creator of the widely shared “One More Minute Rule,” a mental resilience strategy that encourages individuals to push through tough moments by holding on just one minute longer.
Zazzaro’s impact goes beyond the stage. As a breakout facilitator at the 2nd Annual Junior
Achievement Young Women’s Leadership Summit, she empowered nearly 80 high-performing high school students with her entrepreneurial journey and practical strategies for resilience. She even went a step further by establishing scholarships for two attendees, opening doors for the next generation of leaders.
As she prepares for nationals, Zazzaro remains committed to community outreach, mentoring, and promoting her mission to make wellness accessible and purpose-driven leadership the standard. She has set a goal of delivering 100 speaking engagements throughout her reign as Mrs. New York American. Her passion for youth empowerment and her commitment to service make her a role model for young women across the country.
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Growing Peas
by Kristina Gabalski
Summer is officially here, but before the gardening season progresses, I want to focus on another early-season vegetable crop – peas. June is the time to find fresh, locally grown peas in farmers’ markets, and it is also the time to harvest in the home garden.
Common types of garden peas include shelling peas, snow peas, and snap peas. Shelling peas are peas that are removed from the shell before eating. Snow pea pods are thin and tender and eaten when there are only tiny traces of peas inside. Sugar snap peas are eaten when the peas inside are almost mature, but the pods are tender and juicy.
University of Minnesota Extension says pea vines are also edible; simply steam or sauté the tender shoot tips.
Peas do well in most soils, from sandy to heavy clay, the University of Minnesota Extension says, but the growing area must be well-drained. Peas prefer a pH between 6 and 7.5. You can use wellrotted manure or compost to enrich the soil when planting.
Pea growing season in our area can be short. UME says most varieties need about 60 days from planting to harvest. Once temperatures get above 85 degrees F, peas will stop growing and producing flowers or pods. Additionally, peas produced in hot weather can also be of poor quality. Plan on planting your pea crop early - even preparing the planting spot in the fall.
You can plant peas as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring. If you are growing a tall, vining variety, make sure to provide a trellis. Seeds should be placed in a shallow trench, six to seven inches apart, University of Minnesota says. Keep seeds at a uniform depth and cover with one inch of soil. You can plant seeds in succession, one week after another, for about three weeks.
Once peas have germinated, they can survive a light frost. They will grow when temperatures are above 40 degrees F. The best temperatures for pea growth are 55 to 65 degrees F. If frost occurs after plants have started to flower and set crop, the plants can be damaged, so make sure to cover them with sheets or row covers.
To conserve soil moisture, you can mulch peas
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with grass clippings, straw, or other organic materials.
Harvest time for peas is crucial. University of Minnesota says to watch the pods carefully once they fill with peas. Sample each day and harvest as soon as the full size is reached when the peas are sweet and tender. Once peas are mature, they will decline in quality rapidly - in as quick as three days, they will not be edible as fresh peas.
The University of Minnesota recommends chilling shelling peas immediately after harvest by dunking them in very cold water until chilled. Dry them and then refrigerate. Once the peas are cooled, they will stay fresh in your fridge for more than one week.
Snow peas should be harvested after the pods have reached their full length as described on the seed packet. Peas should be visible as only small traces. Some varieties have fibrous strings along the edge of the pods, which must be removed before cooking. Again, cool the snow peas quickly after harvest.
For sugar snap peas, watch pods carefully. Harvest when peas and pods are still sweet, juicy, and tender and pods appear almost full of peas. Again, cool the peas after harvest. Some varieties have strings that should be removed before cooking.
Pea plants can be turned into the soil after harvest, and you can plant a second pea crop for fall harvest.
The University of Minnesota says that to harvest pea shoots for use in
5:00pm
A crop of peas starting to bloom. Peas are legumes. After harvesting, turn the plants back into the soil to enrich it.
Photo by Kristina Gabalski.
Shaina Zazzaro
Kendall CSD breaks ground on first-of-its-kind playground
Construction has begun on a brand-new playground at Kendall Elementary School, made possible by the $12.68 million 2023 Capital Project.
Work began in early May and will continue through the summer, with a grand opening planned for early fall. The existing woodchip base will be replaced with turf to improve cleanliness, accessibility, and year-round use.
Designed with input from students and staff, the new playground reflects ideas gathered through focus groups and a dedicated playground committee. Elementary Principal Kevin Watson praised the collaboration, saying, “Our committee featured the voices of older students who advocated for our youngest Eagles. Together, we designed the next generation of play for our community.”
Students played an active role in the planning process, including a field trip to several Orchard Park playgrounds to gather inspiration. One popular decision was the inclusion of a curly slide - selected by student vote.
The new space features Kendall’s own Volo Aire, the first-of-its-kind on the east coast, which includes a covered climbing tower and slides. Additional highlights include We-Saws, a We-Go-Round, zipline, climbing mounds, shade structures, and a variety of swings and spinners.
Designed with inclusivity in mind, the playground will better accommodate all grade levels and physical abilities. The We-Go-Round, for example, includes ground-level entry for wheelchair users and custom panels featuring local photography by art teacher Andy King.
Rendering of the planned playground.
Increased access points, wider variety, and an expanded layout will allow more students to play safely at once. Relocating the playground also eliminates the need for students to cross an access road – improving both safety and convenience.
The current playground, installed in 1995 through the efforts of the Kendall PTSA and local donors, served generations of students. As it is retired, Kendall looks ahead to a space where new memories and friendships will take root.
“We are excited to bring a state-of-
the-art playground to the Kendall community,” said Superintendent Nicholas Picardo. “The new location and design will provide enhanced safety and a multitude of play options for our students. I would further like to thank Campus Construction Management, LaBella Associates, and Parkitects for their collaboration with the district on bringing our vision to life.”
For photos and more information, visit www.kendallschools.org/playground or follow Kendall CSD on Facebook at @kendallcsd.
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Tops Markets launches campaign for Children’s Miracle Network
Tops Friendly Markets has begun its annual campaign for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH). The campaign is now underway at all participating Tops Friendly Markets locations and will run through Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Customers can support the CMNH campaign by purchasing a $1 Children’s Miracle Network Miracle Balloon or rounding up their change at any participating Tops. Proceeds from the campaign will benefit women and children’s hospitals in the communities Tops serves. Thanks to the generous
support of its shoppers, associates, and vendors over the 20 years Tops has been involved in supporting the campaign, they have helped to successfully raise over $14 million dollars.
“We are immensely thankful to all the frontline workers who perform miracles every day in our hospitals,” stated Ron Ferri, President of Tops Friendly Markets. “In these challenging times, they need our support more than ever to ensure they have the necessary funds to provide the best care for our most precious assets – our children.
Donations go to local hospitals to fund Life-saving treatments and healthcare services, research, and pediatric medical equipment. The campaign also provides child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford health services. When we improve the health of all children and allow them the op-
portunity to reach their full potential, we also improve our communities for years to come.
To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.
