Deputies recover nearly half a million dollars stolen in Sweden bank robbery
Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the M&T Bank at 6560 Fourth Section Road in Sweden at 4:09 p.m. on April 7 for the report of a robbery. Deputies and Brockport Police officers quickly secured the scene and began gathering information. They determined a man entered the bank wearing a reflective vest with his face covered with a cloth mask carrying a duffle bag. He displayed a handgun and ordered everyone inside the women’s bathroom. The suspect forced the manager to open the safe, stole $452,600, and left in a blue Honda Civic. Deputies broadcast the description of the suspect and vehicle.
At about 4:42 p.m., a concerned citizen called 911 saying there was a suspicious blue Honda Civic in the area of Lake Road and Roosevelt Highway in Hamlin. A man was reportedly wiping down the car and removing the license plates. The witnesses also saw a black SUV with Florida license plates in the area. Deputies scoured the area and located the vehicle in the rear parking lot of 1800 Lake Road. Further investigation led deputies to a suite in the vicinity, where they located evidence of the robbery, including the money. Two individuals were detained for investigation.
One man, John Savage, 49, of Rochester was arrested and charged with Robbery in the First Degree (Class B-Felony) and Grand Larceny in the Second Degree (Class D-Felony). Savage was transported to the Monroe County Jail and arraigned in CAP Court, held on $50,000 cash, or $50,000 bond.
“This incident terrorized the bank employees. The investigation exemplifies exceptional teamwork and the synchronized investigation of multiple crime scenes, resulting in the apprehension of a dangerous criminal and the recovery of a significant sum of money,” said Sheriff Todd K. Baxter. “The vigilant community member, who saw something suspicious and called 911, leading deputies to the suspect, is to be commended. We’re grateful for the support and
continued partnership of the Brockport and Greece Police Departments.”
The investigation is ongoing. Investigators believe the suspect vehicle traveled west on Fourth Section Road out of the bank parking lot, went north on Redman Road, east on Roosevelt Highway before stopping near 1703 Lake Road. Anyone with video of the vehicles along that route, or anyone with information is asked to email mcsotips@monroecounty. gov, or call 911. Provided information and photos
Get out & grow!
by Kristina Gabalski
Pesticide misuse
by Kristina Gabalski
Happy Garden Month! While it is too early to start planting tender annuals and seeds, I hope you are enjoying the anticipation of the growing season ahead while you prep the garden and finish planning for this year. As the growing season progresses, it is typical for problems and challenges to arise, sometimes in the form of insect pests and disease. Your first course of action should always be to identify the pest or disease you are dealing with, learn about ways to control the issue, and only utilize pesticides as a last resort. Remember, pesticides are poisons, they are meant to kill and it is very easy to kill good insects, birds, animals and valuable trees, shrubs, and other plants in your landscape if you do not read pesticide labels and follow them religiously.
Last August, Christopher Enroth, a horticulture educator with University of Illinois Extension, wrote in the Good Growing blog about pesticide pitfalls. There are many. Knowingly misusing a pesticide is serious. The EPA approves labels on pesticide bottles and they are the law – they are a legal document. People are often shocked when I tell them home gardeners are the main users of poison in the landscape – not commercial growers who must follow very strict guidelines and apply pesticides only after specialized training. Anyone can walk out of the nearest big box store with a carload of poisonous pesticides for use at home with no oversight. Pesticide use at home comes with a huge responsibility. Many people come looking for gardening advice only wanting a quick fix with chemicals. As stated earlier, you can unintentionally harm or kill healthy wildlife and plants in your yard and/or in the yard of your neighbor by using the wrong pesticide or not following label directions.
In his blog article, Enroth sites numerous examples of pesticide misuse – mainly surrounding lawn care and trying to get rid of household pests. He discusses Tordon RTU use on lawns. Tordon RTU contains picloram and kills broadleaved plants. The label clearly states that Tordon RTU should not be used on residential or commercial lawns or near ornamental trees and shrubs. Homeowners who have used it on their lawns to kill clover and dandelions have found that as the active ingredients move into the soil, (Tordon is highly soluble in water) it also kills their beautiful trees and shrubs.
panic. Identify the pest or disease and then turn to pesticides as a last resort. When using any pesticide, follow label directions carefully.
It may take more than one season for the damage done to show. Enroth says in the case of herbicides actually labeled for lawn use, watch out for active ingredients dicamba, 2, 4-D, or MCPP (mecoprop). Again, these herbicides -– meant for use on lawns – target broad-leafed plants. If they spread, they can damage plants like trees, shrubs, perennials, and vegetable crops, which amazingly enough, also have broad leaves.
If you have used poisonous chemicals around the exterior perimeter of your house to kill insects invading your home, don’t use the chemical elsewhere – in your vegetable garden, for example. Enroth says chemical barrier pesticides are meant to last a long time in the environment. Pesticides appropriate for vegetable gardens purposefully will degrade over a much shorter period of time. You will notice labels give waiting times between spraying and harvest. Spraying a chemical barrier in your vegetable garden means you are done – not only no harvesting this season, but the garden plot must remain fallow (unplanted) for an entire year. Bugs and disease are disappointing and frustrating. Work to educate yourself about organic ways to prevent or mitigate pest and disease damage. If pesticides are truly needed, use only according to the directions on the label.
Photo by Kristina Gabalski.
Black SUV with Florida license plates spotted by witness.
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Hilton and Greece hockey teams raise funds for Hilton Fire Explorer Program
The Hilton and Greece Varsity Hockey Teams hosted their 2nd Annual First Responders Appreciation Night, where they raised significant donations to support the Hilton Fire Explorer Program. The event brought together the local community to celebrate the dedicated first responders who serve the Hilton and Greece areas.
To start the game, a special ceremonial puck drop took place with a patient who
suffered a cardiac arrest, and whose life was saved by firefighters from the Ridge Road Fire District. This patient got to meet her first responder heroes who were also recognized for their life-saving efforts.
Throughout the game, fans showed overwhelming support by contributing to the fundraiser, with all proceeds directly benefiting the Hilton Fire Explorer Program. The program, which introduces young people to
Funds raised during the First Responders Appreciation Night hockey game between the Hilton Cadets and the Greece Storm benefitted the Hilton Fire Explorer Program.
Custom jerseys are specially designed for the event and donated by Paul Davis Restoration. the skills, responsibilities, and challenges of being a first responder, will now receive the financial backing to continue providing invaluable experiences and training for the next generation of fire service leaders.
“This is a truly special event for both the team and the community,” said Chris Monfiletto, Head Coach of the Hilton Varsity Hockey Team. “Not only did we have the opportunity to play the game we love, but we were able to give back to those who risk their lives to keep our community safe. The Hilton Fire Explorer Program is an essential part of building a future of strong and committed first responders, and we are honored to help support their mission.”
The night included a variety of fundraising activities and donation stations at the rink, raising nearly $1,400. A check for $1,400 was presented to the Hilton Fire Department Explorers at their firehouse. One of the players’ most anticipated events is when they receive their official game jerseys. These jerseys are specifically designed and customized every year and generously donated by Paul Davis Restoration in Rochester. This year the teams showed the appreciation back to Paul Davis Restoration by presenting them their very own customized game jersey.
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Brockport Board of Education honors Brockport’s Best recipients
At their April 1 meeting, the Brockport Board of Education honored exceptional individuals for their outstanding contributions in the school community with the Brockport’s Best award.
Daisy Troop #61756 was honored for organizing a community bottle drive at the fire station. The troop collected 23,821 bottles/cans and raised $3,714.26 for the
restoration of the Morgan Manning House.
Congratulations to Daisy Troop Co-leaders Maggie Culmone, Nicole Jenks, and Jami Treese; and members, Jenna Baker, Mila-Rose Bostian, Vivian Campbell, Noelle Fitzgerald, Natalie Harris, Violet MahaneyWalter, Layla Nazzaro, Dylan Treese and Quinn Troup for their fundraising efforts.
rally support for a worthy cause exemplify the core beliefs of our district: integrity, respect, and community engagement,” said Board
President Robert Lewis.
“Their commitment to service and ability to
Brockport High School 2014 graduate and Unified athlete, Jacob Babcock, was honored for representing the United States at the Special Olympics World Games in Italy. “His participation is a testament to his hard work,
determination and athleticism,” said Lewis. “It is inspiring to see one of our former athletes perform on the international stage. His participation in the Special Olympics not only showcases his personal excellence but also highlights the inclusive and supportive environment in our District.” Provided information and photos
Daisy Troop #61756 with the Board of Education, Superintendent Sean Bruno, and Paul Kimball, Board of Trustees President of Morgan-Manning House.
Jacob Babcock (center) and family with the Board of Education and Superintendent Sean Bruno.
Monroe County offering rabies vaccination clinics
The Monroe County Department of Public Health is offering free Rabies Vaccination Clinics for dogs, cats and domestic ferrets.
“Having a pet is one of life’s great joys, but it also means taking steps to keep them safe,” said County Executive Adam Bello. “Getting your pet vaccinated against rabies is an important part of that. These free clinics make it easy and convenient, so I encourage every pet owner to take advantage and protect their dog, cat or ferret.”
2025 Rabies Clinics being held within the readership area include:
•Clarkson/Hamlin – Thursday, May 1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Hamlin Dog Shelter, 80 Railroad Avenue, Hamlin. Preregistration required, call 964-2421.
•Ogden – Friday May 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport. Pre-registration required, call 617-6190.
•Wheatland – Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m. to noon, 385 Scottsville Mumford Road, Scottsville
•Chili – Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m. to noon, 200 Beaver Road, Churchville
•Sweden – Saturday, August 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4927 Lake Road South,
•Gates – Thursday, August 21, 5 to 7 p.m., Memorial Park, 160 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606
•Greece – Wednesday, September 17, 5 to 7:30 p.m., 647 Long Pond Road, Rochester 14626
To ensure the safety of staff and others on site, all dogs must be on leashes. Cats and domestic ferrets must be in carriers. Vaccinations will be good for three years for pets with proof of prior immunization. For those pets without proof of previous vaccination, they will be good for one year.
Eligible pets must be at least three months of age.
State law requires cats, dogs, and domestic ferrets to be vaccinated for rabies by the age of four months. Owners can be fined up to $200 if they fail to get their pets vaccinated and keep them up-to-date.
For more information about pet vaccination clinics, call (585) 7535171, email rabies@monroecounty.gov or visit https://www.monroecounty. gov/eh-rabies. Provided information
New Munn principal selected
Spencerport Central School District has appointed Chelsea Kehoe as the new principal of Munn Elementary School. Kehoe will officially start on Monday, June 2, which allows for student and staff introductions and ensures a smooth transition in leadership with Principal Michael Canny.
proach aligns with Spencerport’s mission and moreover, her dedication to creating an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive aligns with our values.”
“We’re excited to welcome Chelsea to Spencerport and believe that she will have a profound impact on the Munn learning community,” Superintendent Ty Zinkiewich said. “Her knowledge, experience, and studentcentered ap-
Kehoe comes to Spencerport from Monroe-1 BOCES, where she has served for the last seven years as an assistant principal. Her career experience also includes positions at the ROC Achieve Charter School, where in four years she taught fifth grade, coordinated RTI intervention, and served as a dean of students.
Kehoe earned her Bachelor of Science degree in childhood education and master’s degree in literacy, both from Roberts Wesleyan. In addition, she earned a Master of Science in education leadership from St. John Fisher University. Provided information and photo Chelsea Kehoe
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Brockport Main Street bridge report
This is not the report anyone wants to hear. As I learned on April 4, the project is delayed yet again — to mid to late June. Some of the reasons: worker fatigue from continuing six-day work weeks and not enough workers to rotate out, some weather delays, a problematic bearing, and a new manager at Crane Hogan following the tragic death on March 18 of the company’s project manager. The DOT noted that O’Connell Electric was adding another crew, and that the pressure on Crane Hogan is the dollars lost in the project (282 day delay to June 15 at a cost to Crane Hogan of $7,000 per day).
The ongoing delay of the Main Street bridge project continues to
be extremely disappointing to everyone in the Brockport community. The project extension has exacted a heavy toll on village businesses, will impact SUNY Brockport’s May commencement, and a June 13-14 village celebration. While, as Village mayor, I sincerely appreciate the open dialogue I have been able to have with DOT about the bridge reconstruction over the last two years, the unending extension of its completion is a stain on the contractors and project management team of Crane Hogan and the NYS DOT.
Margay Blackman, Mayor Village of Brockport
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Blood Drives
•Upcoming blood drives: April 14, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport; April 16, 1 to 6 p.m., Hilton Fire Exempt Club, 137 South Avenue, Hilton. To book an appointment, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). See RedCrossBlood. org/Hope for details on this month’s incentives.
•SSG Nicholas Reid Memorial Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 30, 1 to 6 p.m., at the Brockport Exempts Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport. For an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor keyword: brockportcommunity.
Donations Needed
•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.
•Genesee Valley Regional Comfort Cares is working to bring a comfort care home to eastern Genesee County. They are seeking volunteers and monetary donations as well as a half-acre property to build upon or a home in the Stone Church community to renovate. To get involved, email comfortcares585@gmail.com. Tax deductible donations can be made to GVRCC Inc. and mailed to 6613 North Bergen Road, Byron, NY 14422. The organization’s employer identification number is 93-2490132.
Events & Entertainment
•Hamlin VFW Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Sunday, April 13, at 1739 Lake Road, Hamlin. Breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m.; cost is $4 for kids and $7 for adults. Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m. is free and open to the community.
•Take Back the Night, a movement to combat sexual violence and support survivors, will hold an event on Monday, April 14, 7 p.m., at the Seymour Union, SUNY Brockport. Includes self-care activities, support resources, speakers, and a Reclaim the Night campus walk. Open to the community. For information, email prevention@brockport.edu.
•Euchre at Harvey C. Noone Post #954 American Legion, 6444 Buffalo Road, Churchville, every third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Arrive by 6 p.m. to secure a seat for individual play. Contact Tish Juergens at levans14428@yahoo.com with any questions.
•Brockport Volunteer Firefighter’s Association, Inc. will hold a Community Easter Egg Hunt, kids ages infants to 10 years old. Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10 a.m. at the Brockport Exempts, 248 West Avenue, Brockport. Bring cameras for pictures with the Easter Bunny.
•Chili Art Group’s 2025 Spring Show & Sale will be held at the Chili Community Center, 3237 Chili Avenue, on April 25, 26, and 27. The show is open Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Opening Reception from 6 to 8 p.m.), Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. Visit online at facebook.com/chiliartgroup.
Fundraisers
•Mainly Books, 24 Main Street, Hilton, and Friends of the Parma Public Library are holding an April Sale. All cookbooks and children’s books are on sale, buy one, get two free (of equal or lesser value). Store hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop early for best choices. Donations and members/volunteers always welcome.
•Spring Book Sale at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, runs April 23 through 26. Sale hours are Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hardcover books, DVDs, puzzles, and books on CD are $1, paperbacks, children’s books, and CDs are $0.50. Bring your own reusable bag on Saturday for a $5 per bag sale.
•2025 ARC GLOW Self-Advocate All Stars Annual Talent Show Fundraiser will be held Saturday, April 26, 1 to 5 p.m., at ARC GLOW Community Center, 38 Woodrow Road, Batavia. To register or purchase tickets call 261-8734 or 343-1123 ext. 1164 or email tkingdollar@arcglow.org. Admission is $10 per person, ages 12 and under free.
•Friends of the Greece Public Library are sponsoring a Used Book Sale on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Buckman’s Plaza Lower Level, 2590 West Ridge Road. Various genres available. Bring your own bag. Masking is optional.
•Chicken and Biscuit fundraiser, sponsored by the Ferris-Goodridge Auxiliary Unit #330, Sunday, April 27, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Legion Post, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Dinners are $12 per person, drive-thru only.
•Aurora House is holding its 15th Anniversary Masquerade Ball on Saturday, May 3, 6 p.m., at ARTISANworks, 565 Blossom Road, Rochester. Event features cocktail hour, dinner, live music by The Dawgs, dancing, silent and live auctions, best dressed award, and more. Admission is $100 per person or $640 for a table of eight. Visit aurorahousewmc.com for information and tickets.
•Spring Chicken Barbecue at Bergen United Methodist Church, 27 South Lake Avenue (Rt. 19), Bergen, on Saturday, May 3. Menu includes half
BBQ chicken, macaroni salad, beans, applesauce, roll, and a cookie. Tickets are $15 each. This is a drive-thru only event. Pickup begins at 4:30 p.m. Pay when you pick up your dinner(s). Reservations are strongly recommended as dinners sell out quickly. For information or to make a reservation, call the church office at 585-494-1312.
•The Kiwanis Club of Spencerport is holding a Road Rally Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, May 17, from noon to 3:30 p.m. All ages can take part in a variety of enjoyable activities. One smartphone required per team. Registration is $30 through April 26, $40 from April 27 through May 10. Win prizes. Find more information and register at https://givebutter.com/SPRR25.
Government Meetings
•Brockport: Planning/Zoning Board of Appeals – April 14, 6 p.m., at 49 State Street.
•Chili: Historic Preservation Board – April 14, 7 p.m.; Town Board – April 16, 7 p.m. (live stream available); April 18 – Town Offices closed. All meetings at Town Hall Main Meeting Room.
•Churchville: Board of Trustees – April 14, 7 p.m., at 23 E. Buffalo Street.
•Clarendon: Town Board – April 15, 7 p.m., at 16385 Church Street.
•Clarkson: Planning Board – April 15, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – April 16, 7 p.m., at 3710 Lake Road.
•Hamlin: Town Board – April 14, 7 p.m.
•Parma: Town Board – April 15, 6:30 p.m.; Zoning Board of Appeals – April 16, 7 p.m., at 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.
•Spencerport: Board of Trustees – April 16, 4:30 p.m.; Zoning Board – April 17, 7 p.m., at 27 West Avenue, Spencerport.
•Sweden: Planning Board – April 14, 7 p.m., at 18 State Street.
Health/Help
•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue, is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 19, and the third Saturday of each month. Grocery bags of food donated to those in need – currently serving over 90 families. Anyone interested in being a Food Cupboard Helper (packing bags, handing out food, etc), making monetary donations, and/or donating peanut butter, cereal, or crackers to this worthy cause, is asked to contact the church at 585-889-9896.
•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.
•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.
Historical
•Parma Hilton Historical Society (PHHS) offers monthly presentations and guest speakers covering a range of topics related to local history or of general interest. They are held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Ingham Room at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, and are free and open to the public. On April 14, Erica Wanecski will speak about “State Run Poor Houses in the Rochester Area.”
•The Gates Historical Society’s April program will be held on Monday, April 21, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Town Hall Annex. Jim Dell’s program is entitled “Shoemaking In The 18th and 19th Centuries: Techniques and Tools of the Trade.” He will be bringing many of his tools and some shoes and will demonstrate how the shoes were made. This program is free and the facilities are handicapped accessible.
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. Special guest Alicia Bradford from Roberts Wesleyan University will be presenting a preschool music storytime with Mrs. Carlson on Monday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m. Join to sing and play with friends. Fiber Friends program is Monday, April 14, from 3 to 5 p.m. It is open to anyone with an interest in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving or felting. Silent Book Club is Tuesday, April 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
A representative from Assemblyman Steve Hawley’s office will be at the library on Wednesday, April 16, from noon to 2 p.m. Kids can get creative during school break in the library’s Maker Space. 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.
•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. Upcoming
events include: Coloring Group for Adults – third Wednesday of each month from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Next date is April 16. Supplies for beginners are provided but you may also bring your own supplies/projects. For more information, call 293-2009, go to newmanrigalibrary.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.
•The Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.). Events: Teen Victorian Tea Party – April 15 at 2:30 p.m., Teen Paint & Plant – April 19 at 1:30 p.m.; Intro to Udemy plus Donuts – April 23 at 11 a.m. Call 585-617-6181 to register. Find kids events at ogdenfarmerslibrary.org. •Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Family Game Day – Friday, April 18, 1 to 3 p.m. Gather family and friends to play giant versions of Jenga and Connect Four. Earth Day Storytime – Wednesday, April 23, 10:30 to 11 a.m., for all ages. Earth Day Crafts & Sensory Bin – April 23, 11 to 11:30 a.m., recommended for ages 3-5. Use recycled soda cans to make circle art. Lost Redtail: The Mission to Honor a Local Tuskegee Airman – Thursday, April 24, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., registration appreciated. Learn about Rochester native Leland “Sticky” Pennington and our local connection to the Tuskegee Airmen. Raised Bed Gardening ZOOM –April 24, 6 to 7 p.m., presented by a Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardener. Hosted via ZOOM by the Irondequoit Library. Registration is required to receive the link via email. Firearm Safety Class – April 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m., registration required. NRA certified instructor Roger Jestel teaches this family oriented class. Children with parents are welcome. The library will be closed Friday, April 25, for staff training. 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
•The Hamlin Lions Club meets every first and third Tuesday, 6 p.m., at the Farmers Table, 1700 Lake Road, Hamlin. Call President Lion Randy Paap at 585-370-4420 to find out how you can get involved.
•Hilton Garden Club meets the third Thursday of the month (April 17) at 7 p.m. at Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Colleen at 225-7004 or Carrie at 733-6875.
•The Chili Lions Club meets Tuesday, April 22, 6:30 p.m., at the Moose Club, 5709 Chili Riga Center Road (at the corner of Betteridge Road). Text President Joe Korn at 469-1426 for information.
Professional
•The Genesee County Economic Development Center is holding its annual meeting on Friday, April 25, 11 a.m., at Batavia Downs Gaming, 8315 Park Road, Batavia. Join the GCEDC and community partners in celebrating the economic growth of Genesee County. Tickets are $30. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mr3ev7he.
Religion
•St. John the Evangelist Church, 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, will hold its traditional Blessing of Easter Baskets (Swieconka) at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, in the church. For information, call 585-352-5481.
Seniors
•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.
Sports & Recreation
•The Brockport CSD Tennis Courts are now open for the season (weather permitting). The tennis and pickleball courts are available to the community when not in use for physical education classes or interscholastic sports.
Volunteer Opportunities
•The 14th annual I Love My Park Day is being held on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at Hamlin Beach State Park. Volunteer to enhance and help prepare the park for the upcoming spring and summer season. Visit https://www.ptny.org/ events/i-love-my-park-day to sign up. Hosted by the Friends of Hamlin Beach State Park.
•Four experienced kayakers are needed to assist with events at the Low Bridge High Water Festival in Brockport on Saturday, June 14. Two, two-hour shifts (11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.) will be available. Each requires one or two kayakers whose primary responsibility will be retrieving model boats launched from shore. Interested parties should email On The Canals Coordinator, Marleen Cain, at otcbrockport@gmail.com.
Time on Monday, April 21, 2025. Each petition must be directed to the Clerk of the District, signed by at least 28 qualified voters of the District, and state the name and residence of the candidate and the signers. Candidates must be qualified voters of the district and must have been a resident in the district for at least one year prior to the election. Petitions for school board members may be obtained from the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. There are three (3) 3-year term vacancies to be filled on the Board of Education for the expiring terms of Therese Flannery, Mark Hilburger and Nancy Pickering. The vacancies shall be for a term of three years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028. None of the vacancies are considered a separate office, and the nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy for which a candidate is nominated. As many candidates may be elected as there are vacancies to be filled.
PROPOSITIONS
the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays five days prior to the day of the vote (excluding Saturday and Sunday).
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN, that a vote on the following propositions will be held by voting machine on the same date of election as the vote upon the appropriation of necessary funds to meet estimated expenditures for the ensuing year hereinabove set forth.
PROPOSITION #1 – AUTHORIZATION
TO EXPEND THE BUDGET AND LEVY TAXES BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, COUNTY OF MONROE, NEW YORK, IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXPEND THE 20252026 BUDGET AS SET FORTH AND TO LEVY THE NECESSARY TAXES THEREOF.
PROPOSITION #2 – BUS PURCHASE
Shall the following resolution be adopted to wit: Resolved that the Board of Education of the Hilton Central School District is hereby authorized to undertake the acquisition of eleven (11) diesel school buses, all at an estimated maximum aggregate cost of $1,767,870, less trade-in value, if any, and that such cost, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the levy of a tax to be collected in annual installments; and, in anticipation of such tax, debt obligations of the school district as
AND NOTICE IS GIVEN, if qualified for early mail voting, the ballot itself must be received by the District Clerk by 5:00 pm on the day of the election in order to be canvassed. The district clerk or other designee of the school board must make a list of all persons to whom early mail ballots were issued and make it available for public inspection during regular office hours until the day of the election (Educ. Law § 2018-f(7); but see § 2004(7)). An appropriate entry must be made on the poll list (Educ. Law § 2018-f(3)).
AND NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said meeting. A qualified voter is one who is: (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) a resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under Election Law Section 5-106. The School District may require all persons offering to vote at the special meeting to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law Section 2018-c. Such form may include a driver’s license, a nondriver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District will also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.
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Dated: March 11, 2025
NOTICE TO TOWN OF PARMA RESIDENTS
The Town of Parma Highway Department will conduct its Spring Brush Pick Up starting April 21st
• Have all brush out to the road prior to April 21st.
• Brush pick-up will begin on the Southwest Quadrant at Burritt Road and will go counterclockwise throughout the Town.
• Our Highway Crew will only make one pass through the Town.
• Root stumps should be removed and placed in a separate pile.
• All piles should be free of leaves, dirt, rocks, lumber, and metal. Town of Parma Highway Department 585-392-9464
LegaL NoticeS
Legal Notice
Village of Spencerport Notice of Adoption of 2025/2026 Budget
The Village of Spencerport Budget for the fiscal year June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026, was adopted by the Board of Trustees on March 28, 2007. Such budget is on file at the Office of the Village Clerk, 27 West Avenue, Spencerport, New York where it may be inspected by any interested parties Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by: Jacqueline Sullivan Village Clerk
Legal Notice
Spencerport Central School District Notice to Bidders
The Board of Education of the SPENCERPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, Monroe County, New York (in accordance with Section 103 of Article 5A of the General Municipal Law) hereby invites the submission of Sealed Bids or Request for Proposal to be received on the following time schedule for:
9:00 a.m. Athletic Supplies
9:10 a.m. Athletic Equipment
9:15 a.m. Physical Education Equipment
9:20 a.m. Lawn Care Management
9:25 a.m. Paint
9:30 a.m. Electrical Supplies
9:35 a.m. Roof PM and Repairs 9:40 a.m. Recycling/Refuse Service
9:45 a.m. Plumbing Supplies
9:50 a.m. Certified Document Destruction
9:55 a.m.
Introduced
Whereas, the Village Board has before it a Introductory Local Law entitled 1-2025 “A Local Law to Amend Chapter 280 of the Code of the Village of Spencerport to add violation penalties for operating an electric scooter or bicycle with electric assist in the Code of the Village of Spencerport” and
Whereas the Village Board held a public hearing on March 5, 2025, to consider said proposed Local Law; and Whereas, the Village Board has considered any public input; and
Whereas this action is a Type 2 action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act and requires no further action: and
Now, therefore, be it resolved:
Section 1. That the Village Board of the Village of Spencerport hereby enacts 22025 A Local Law to Amend Chapter 280 of the Code of the Village of Spencerport to add violation penalties for operating an electric scooter or bicycle with electric assist in the Village of Spencerport” and
Section 2. That the Village Clerk is ordered to publish a legal notice indicating the adoption of this Local Law and to file a copy of this Local Law with New York State.
Section 3. That this Local Law shall take effect upon filing with the Secretary of State.
Section 4. That this resolution shall take effect immediately.
Hilton United Methodist Church 21 West Ave, Hilton, New York, 14468 Phone: 585-392-8761 website: humcny.org Easter Week Services
Thursday, April 17
Maundy Thursday Service at 7:00pm
Friday, April 18
Good Friday Service at 7:00pm
Easter Sunday, April 20
Sunrise
Area Worship Services
CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH
20 King Street in the village of Brockport. Join us Sunday mornings at 10am followed by coffee and refreshments. We were not created to do life by ourselves. Our Life Groups are a place where we get together to learn from and encourage one another. Life Groups meet at various locations throughout the week. Visit our website, www.ChristianCenter.Church for times and locations. Church office: 585.532.6200, email info@ChristianCenter.Church. Rev. Rick Walton, Senior Pastor
ComETo LIfE BIBLE CHURCH
Our Services are on Saturday evenings at 6:30pm at Cornerstone Bible Chapel, 3231 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624. Website: https://cometolifebible.church/ Phone Number: (Call or Text) 315-690-8708
Come to Life Bible Church is to be...
A place where you are invited to...
Come as you are, and see the Bible come to life. Get to know Jesus, and experience the Holy Spirit
ELmGRoVE UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10:45AM - led by Rev. Ann Brown. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo. com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!
fIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH of CHILI
Our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue, continues to spread God’s love, as Pastor Brandi and our Church Family extend a warm welcome to all. We’d love to have you join us for worship, Sundays, 10 am, a family friendly service, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. We offer a wide variety of music genres: bells, choir, classical and praise team; Youth group (grades 5-12); Sunday Bible Study at 9 am; Food Cupboard distribution on the third Saturday each month; yearly mission trip opportunities for youth and adults; Labyrinth Trail located at 3551 Chili Avenue; and various small group studies through the year. In need of prayer or counsel, call or email the church office: 585-889-9896 or fpc3600@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org.
HILToN BAPTIST CHURCH
50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!
HILToN UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www.humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. All are welcome. Please visit us in person. Handicap Accessible.
HoPE BRoCKPoRT
Are you seeking hope and wondering about faith or spiritual things? Then look no further than Hope Brockport! We warmly welcome you to our friendly community. Here, you will find love, support, and guidance as we navigate life together. You are invited to join us as we gather together every Sunday at 9:30 am, Hope Kids on Sundays at 9:30 am for children up to 5th grade, and Hope Youth on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm for 6th - 12th grade students. To connect, send questions to connect@sharethehope.org, call (585) 723-4673, or visit sharethehope.org to learn more. We are conveniently located at 6601 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, NY (Rt 31 - right across from Wegmans). We can’t wait to meet you!
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Sunday services at 10 AM (English) and 1 PM (Spansih) at 3565 Lake Road North, Brockport, NY 14420. Nursery care available during service for ages 0-4. Children’s Church: 10 AM Sundays. Bible Study: 9 AM Sundays & 7 PM Wednesdays. Trailblazers Youth Group: 7 to 8:15 PM Wednesdays (Grades 6-12). Website: jubileechristianchurch.org. Phone: 585-637-8530. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Jubilee is a beacon of hope in our community; where we show compassion and make a difference (Jude 1:22). Jubilee is not just a place to BE, it’s a place to BEcome; a place where YOU matter.
moRToN BAPTIST CHURCH
1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am (can also be viewed on Facebook or YouTube). Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 4:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.
NATIVITY of THE BLESSED VIRGINmARYand ST. ELIzABETH ANN SEToN CATHoLIC PARISHES
Nativity – 152 Main Street, Brockport (585-637-4500)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (SEAS) –3747 Brick Schoolhouse Road, Hamlin (585-964-8627)
Rev. Joseph Marcoux, pastor of both Parishes. Weekend Masses: Saturday 5PM at Nativity; Sunday 9AM at SEAS and 11AM at Nativity, 1:30PM Spanish Mass at Nativity. Daily Masses: 8AM at Nativity on Monday and Friday; 9AM at SEAS on Tuesday and Wednesday.
oGDEN BAPTIST CHURCH (oBC)
“A Place to Call Home” Ogden Baptist Church, located at 721 Washington Street, Spencerport, NY, offers biblically-based worship and mission-focused programs in a warm and welcoming environment. You are invited to join us for weekly worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. in-person or by Zoom. Come for worship, stay for fellowship, mission opportunities and weekly coffee hour as we say to all, “Welcome Home!” For more information, contact the church office at 585-352-1077, www.obcny.org or facebook.com/ OBCHome. OBC facilities are handicap accessible.
oGDEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary led by Pastor Whitney Scoville, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.
SPENCERPoRT ASSEmBLY of GoD
We are located at 3940 Canal Road in Spencerport. We offer a warm welcome to all. Come join us as we seek the LORD through worship, prayer and Bible study. Sunday School is 9:30 AM, Sunday Worship is at 1030 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service! Wednesday prayer meeting is 6:30 PM. Contact us at 585-352-5900. We are on Facebook; Email is SpencerportAG@gmail.com.
SPENCERPoRT BIBLE CHURCH
1948 North Union Street, Spencerport. We desire to know God, to make the gospel known to all, and to give God the glory. Our lead pastor, Domenic Danesi, and all of us who make SBC our home church warmly invite you to come for Sunday Bible Study at 9:30 am, Sunday Worship Service at 10:45 am, and Wednesday Bible Study at 7:00 pm. Our worship service is family integrated for all ages and our building is accessible for all abilities. We partner with Rescue & Revive Ministries for local and global mission work. Follow our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or website for live streaming our services or to watch previous services. Visit our websites for more info at spencerportbiblechurch.org and rescueandrevive.org. Call or text us at 585-352-1241.
SPENCERPoRT fIRST CoNGREGATIoNAL UNITED CHURCH of CHRIST
Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. 585-352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee hour in Fellowship hall. Handicap accessible. Live music from our Praise Band playing contemporary Christian music. See website/Facebook for dates and details. Introducing our Pray-Ground, a welcoming area of play, in the Sanctuary, for our youngest worshipers designed so families can experience worship together while understanding that young children need to move. Don’t worry, our congregation welcomes the sounds of young people. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.
SPENCERPoRT UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
At SUMC our doors are open to all! We support and encourage everyone in their faith journeys, guided by the desire to spread justice, mercy, and love in the world. If you are in need of prayer or just a listening ear, please call the church at 585-352-3114 or Pastor Jack directly at 585-815-5433. Prayer requests may also be submitted via email: sumc@rochester.rr.com or through our website: spencerportumc.org. Located at 30 Amity Street, we gather for worship on Sunday mornings at 10 AM. Children are welcome and Sunday School is provided during the service. Many outreach and fellowship opportunities are offered throughout the year. Check out our website (spencerportumc.org) for more information. We hope to see you soon!
Consider registering as an organ donor
According to Donate Life New York, New York ranked 50th out of 52 states and territories in total organ donor enrollment in 2023. Nearly 8,000 New Yorkers are on the waiting list for a transplant, and over 1,000 of those people have been waiting for more than five years. New York residents are encouraged to consider registering to be organ donors to reverse this trend and save lives.
“The New York State Donate Life Registry has been a lifesaver for countless New Yorkers throughout the years, and we have the opportunity to save countless more in the future,” said Assemblyman Steve Hawley. “With our state being one of the lowest in the nation for enrollment, this generation of New Yorkers has the chance to change the lives of thousands of people across the country. I encourage everyone to consider registering to be an organ donor so we can save lives and help those in need.”
Learn more and register by visiting https://donatelifenys.org/register. Provided information
Churches, to have your services listed or updated, please call 352-3411.
ST. CHRISToPHER’S CHURCH
3350 Union Street, North Chili, Parish Office: 594-1400. We are a welcoming Catholic community with a focus on Faith in God and Service to His people. Join us for Mass any Saturday at 4:30PM, Sunday at 10:00AM or weekdays on Monday at 12:10 PM or Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:00AM. All are welcome in this place! We have a gifted Music Ministry including a Choir, Folk Group and Contemporary Group as well as a committed Faith Formation program for our youth. We offer many events throughout the year for our congregation and the surrounding community designed to deepen our faith and serve our brothers and sisters in the Rochester area. Check out our website at https://www.stchristophersnchili.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest updates.
ST. GEoRGE’SEPISCoPAL CHURCH
Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, live music, Sunday School, and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm).
ST. JoHNLUTHERAN CHURCH
Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585964-2550. Sunday Services: 8:30 AM & 11 AM; 5th Sunday one service at 9:30 AM. Adult Bible Class & Sunday School at 9:45 AM (September – June). To view our services or devotions, go to stjohnhamlin.org. “To KNOW Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”
ST. JoHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH
St. John’s is a place to encounter Christ in the sacraments, in community and in the Scriptures through prayer, service, and fellowship. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Daily Mass, Tuesdays, & Thursdays at 8am and Wednesdays & Fridays at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays with Adoration until 10:30am. Confession: Monday & Wednesdays 5:30-6pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration: Wednesdays 7-9pm (Benediction 8:45pm) and Thursdays 8am-6pm (Benediction at 5:45pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Scriptures, Sacraments and Service for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha St., Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at https://stjohnschurchspencerport. org/. E-mail sstjohnc@dor.org. Facebook at facebook.com/StJohnThe EvangelistSpencerport/. Our Pastor is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.
ST. LEo’S CATHoLIC CHURCH
110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Rev Robert Ring, Parochial Vicar, email at Fr.Bob.Ring@dor.org. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 8 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 2:30-3:30 PM; Rosary 3:30 PM; Mass 4 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.
ST. mARY’S CHURCHST. mARK’S CHURCH
13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org.
Daily Mass: Tueday-Friday 8 AM at St. Mary’s (no Mass on Monday); St. Mary Vigil Mass 4 PM on Saturday; St. Mark Vigil Mass 5:30 PM on Saturday; Sunday Mass 10 AM at St. Mary’s.
UNIoN CoNGREGATIoNAL
UNITED CHURCH of CHRIST
14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church.Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665, email us at unionucc@frontier.com, or check out our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.
death notices
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•Drinkwater, Glenn Gorman, age 72, died unexpectedly March 30, 2025. Glenn is survived by his wife, Cilla Shaw Drinkwater, and granddaughter, Gloria Grattan, of Brockport; two brothers, Bruce and Jeffrey; and three children, Joshua, Zebediah, and Shane Drinkwater; Cilla’s daughters, Molly, Alice, and Claire Grattan; and six grandchildren. Glenn retired in 2024 from the Rush-Henrietta School District IT department. His talent as a sound engineer made him well known to local and national traveling musicians, many of whom performed at the 12 Corners Coffeehouse that Glenn and Cilla operated for ten years in Rochester. He was the recording engineer at Falcon Ridge Folk Festival for many years. His work with the Campbell Brothers helped to propel the group to national attention. Glenn had a passion for old-time baseball and was often seen in his suspenders and cap, either as a player or an umpire, on the field at Genesee Country Village & Museum, where he was affectionately known as “Geezer.”
A Memorial Celebration for Glenn will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home, Brockport.
•Pennington, Bruce Holbrook, died April 2, 2025 at age 72. He is survived by his wife Taysie; his daughters Anastasia, Zoë, and Mya; and his granddaughters June and Elsa. Over his lifetime he has enjoyed exploring the mysteries of mathematics, eccentric gardening, and writing his curious novels.
While no service will be held, those wishing to share their condolences with the family are encouraged to stop by the house. Donations in his memory can be made to The Community Clothesline. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.
•Rothenburgh, Jeffrey Thomas, age 51, died April 1, 2025. Predeceased by his infant daughter Gabriella, mother Sue Ellen, and grandparents Theodore and Margaret. Survived by his wife Julie; daughters Alexandra and Chloe; father Gary; in-laws Roger (Amy) and Christine; sister Tera (Chris); sister-in-law Jen; brothers-in-law Roger, Philip and Josh; several nieces, nephews, extended family, and beloved friends. He was a hard worker and owner of Pristine Lawncare and Pools. He lived by his own motto “Life is but a balance”. He was well known for his love of “big boy” toys including cars, boats, four wheelers, snowmobiles, and three wheelers. He was a pizza connoisseur and traveled near and far to seek the best pie.
Visitation was held April 11 at Fowler Funeral Home, Brockport. Private Service and Burial by invitation only. Donations can be made to Wilmot Cancer Center or the Open Door Mission in his memory.
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Claude Blackcloud
Claude Blackcloud of Churchville, NY, passed away on April 1, 2025.
He is survived by his wife, Kristine Blackcloud; children, Gordon (Jess) Blackcloud, Paul (Adam Koneman) Blackcloud; grandchildren, Alex, Alyssa, and Alyson Blackcloud; great-granddaughter Aurora Blackcloud; sister, Mary Monsees; brothers-inlaw, Michael (Connie) Knights, Russell (Nancy) Knights; sister-in-law, Kathy Knights; and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his brother, Michael (Fay) Blackcloud and brother-in-law, Walter Monsees.
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•Lenhard, Edward J. Jr., died April 6, 2025 at age 88. Predeceased by his granddaughter, Kristen. Survived by his wife of 66 years, Christine; children, Steven (Sharleen), Eileen (Richard) Dwyer and Barbara (Michael) Cocilova; grandchildren, Brian, Samantha, Richard Jr., Leah and Anna; two great-grandchildren; brother, Ted (Sue); and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Ed enjoyed fishing, bowling, the Thousand Islands and spending time with the grandkids. His Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, April 12 at 11 a.m. at Parish of the Holy Family, 4100 Lyell Road, Rochester. Contributions can be made to a charity of one’s choice in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
•Nothnagle, Carol A., died March 31, 2025 at age 91. Predeceased by her loving husband, Robert; her siblings, Martin, Robert, Eugene Rowan, and Grace Sarfaty. Survived by children, Robert Jr. (Catherine), Thomas (Polly), Donna Nothnagle (Ernie Baker), Timothy (Anne), Terrance (Elizabeth Cesarano), Sharon (Scott) Scharping, Douglas and Dennis (Tamara); 24 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Carol enjoyed traveling, tennis, snow skiing, red hat outings, and shopping. She was a long time member of St. Pius Tenth Church.
Family and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass Saturday, May 17, 9:30 a.m., at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue. Private Interment, Maplewood Cemetery, Clifton. Contributions can be made to St. John’s Home or St. Pius the Tenth Church in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
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•Falkenstein, Michael James, age 61, died April 3, 2025. Mike is predeceased by his mother and father, Clarene and Robert Williamson. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kellie Burke; his two daughters, Dr. Danielle Kathleen Falkenstein, MD (Mitch Staebell) and Molly Michael Falkenstein. He is also survived by brothers: Dr. Richard Falkenstein, PhD (Melissa), Robert Falkenstein, and David Williamson; sisters: Sharon Barchet (Ken), Robbin Bourque (Scott), Lisa Greider (Bill), Kathy Achter (Darran); Soul Brother, Dan Burke; sister and brother-in-law, Kathie and James Mitchell; many nieces and nephews and many grandnieces and nephews; three cousins; his Brookedge Drive family; his camping tribe, his co-workers at the Brockport Central School District and the Holley HS/MS musical family. Mike loved his job at the Ginther School. He went above and beyond to help the children in his care. Mike was a self-taught musician. He played the piano, drums, accordion, guitar, bass, and several other instruments. He was also a vocalist, a songwriter, and a founding member of many bands around Rochester, including The Masterbrass, where he worked alongside his wife and brother-in-law for 28 years. Mike enjoyed 33 years of working with the students at the Holley HS/MS as the maestro in the pit band. He always took the time to help students perfect their vocals and characters.
As per Mike’s wishes, there will not be calling hours or traditional services. We will send him off in typical “Mike fashion,” by having an Irish Wake (Big Party) in his honor at a later date. As is typical of the family that surrounded him, “All are welcome!” In lieu of flowers, feed the hungry, live with grace and kindness, dance, sing, and hold your dear ones a little closer. Also, please consider donating to a scholarship in Mike’s name that the family is working to establish for the Brockport School District. Donations may be sent to Brockport CSD, Attention Business Office, 40 Allen Street, Brockport NY 14420 (Falkenstein Scholarship mentioned in the memo line). Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Mike, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
by LeChase Construction Co. as a heavy machine operator. He enjoyed boating, fishing, and gambling. A private Memorial Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Albion. To share a memory of Robert, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
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•Gagie, Thomas (Jim) (1935-2025), formerly of Hilton, died April 8, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Joyce; his children, Kim Marie Gagie, James Patrick Gagie (Kimberly), Karen Joyce Gagie, and special daughter Aline Nguyen; his sister, Joanne O’Reilly; many nieces and nephews, special friends, and special companion, Bella the cat. He is also survived by grandsons, Grant Gagie and Adam Gagie. Jim is predeceased by his parents, Thomas A. and Geraldine Gagie, brother John D. Gagie, and his “Aunt Marge” Adams. Jim was a veteran of the US Army (1957-1959), stationed in Germany. Jim retired from a 34-year career at Eastman Kodak Company in the Emulsion Coating Department. Following his retirement, he served as a school bus driver for 11 years. After leaving his job as a bus driver, Jim and Joyce, moved to North Chili to enjoy more of their golden years. Jim was an avid baseball fan with a true loyalty to the Red Sox. He enjoyed watching games and could talk at length about baseball history and its players.
Jim’s Memorial Service with Military Honors will take place Saturday, April 26 at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hilton. Donations can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, 158 East Avenue, Hilton NY 14468 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.
Edditha Carter Rogers
Edditha Carter Rogers, 96 yrs. old, passed away peacefully on Feb. 23rd, 2025 at Henry Ford Hospice Home in Jackson, Michigan.
Her 4 children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were with her during her last days and nights, sharing stories and singing many of her favorite songs and hymns.
Survived by her children Lynn, Julie, Lee and Lance, 9 grandchildren (Breeze, Bambi; Emma, Sienna; Corey, RaeLee, Elizabeth; Matt and Cody), 21 great grandchildren, and one great great granddaughter, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and great nieces & nephews. Many of us grew up experiencing several Carter clan family vacations and reunions in Michigan which included playing guitars, piano and singing together, kids sleeping on the floor, and aunts and uncles laughing and telling stories ’till 4am. Edditha was beloved by and also deeply loved her sisters & brothers in-law and nieces & nephews in New York on the Rogers side of the family, spending much time at the Thousand Islands; and kept in touch by phone or letter in her later years. Letter writing was a passion of hers and gift to many and she always enjoyed those she received.
Edditha was the last living of her 2 sisters and 3 brothers- John (Arlene) Carter, Louise (Dwight) Horton, James (Beverly) Carter, Pearline (Ken) Bellant, & Wesley (Judy) Carter; born to mother Pearl May (Bennett) and father Grover Cleveland Carter. She was born in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas and grew up then taught in Flint, Michigan; married and raised children and taught school in Syracuse then N. Chili, New York; retiring in Spring Arbor, Michigan.
Claude was born on March 15, 1948 in Kenel, South Dakota, on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, to parents David and Josephine Blackcloud. He moved to Rochester at the age of 15 to join his sister Mary and his brother-in-law Walter. He attended Spencerport High School, where he played basketball and tennis, and ran track and cross country. After graduating in 1966, he enlisted in the army and served in the Vietnam War. He later went on to work for Kodak as an electrician, where he was employed for over 30 years.
He met his wife Kristine while in the military. They were married 54 years and raised their two children, Gordon and Paul. He was an avid golfer and long-time member of the Caledonia Country Club, and also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Claude was a kind and generous man with a strong faith in God. He will be truly missed by many.
Calling hours were held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 4pm-7pm at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Ave, Spencerport, NY 14559.
A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at St. Christopher’s Church, 3350 Union St, North Chili, NY 14514 at 10:30am, followed by a graveside service at Western New York Cemetery, 1270 Indian Falls Road, Corfu, NY 14036 at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Lakota Ministries, c/o: Church of Bernard, P.O. Box 539, McLaughlin, SD 57642.
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•Barrett, Henry A. “Rick,” died April 2, 2025, at age 83. Predeceased by his parents, Henry and Julia Barrett, and his brother Ron (Sandra) Barrett. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 25 years, Barb; children Cheryl Barrett (Tom), Rick (Molly) Barrett; stepchildren Mark (Colleen) Baker, Brian Baker (Sonia); grandchildren Haley Barrett, Emma Skye Barrett, Kyle Baker, Jeffery Baker; nephews and cousins. Rick was a veteran of the US Air Force. He was employed by Eastman Kodak Company. With a strong work ethic and drive, Rick was awarded three patents with the company. His hunger for education overflowed into his home life, as he would spend time researching various subjects to further his knowledge. He loved having one-on-one conversations with people, as he was known to be a very philosophical man. When he wasn’t reading, he enjoyed a relaxing game of golf.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Avenue, Brockport. Donations in Rick’s memory can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Hospice of Orleans.
•Tiberio, Robert Charles, age 85, died April 4, 2025. He was born October 5, 1939, a son of the late Elizabeth and Ernest Tiberio. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings Augie, Dominic Tiberio, Josephine Barron and Rosey Smith. He is survived by his children Tamara (Joe) Jones, Lori (Mike) Pierce, Elisabeth Tiberio, Robert (Monique) Tiberio; grandchildren Christina Alessi, Corey Cleveland, Jestin Cleveland, Amir (Danielle) Cleveland, Cody Pierce, Zackery Harding, Mia Tiberio, Hayden Tiberio; 17 greatgrandchildren; brothers Earnie Tiberio, Richard (Kathy) Tiberio; several nieces and nephews. Robert was employed
She enjoyed a close Christian family upbringing, including farm life, horseback riding (even bareback), singing, and reading, including her Bible.
As a loving mother, and wife of David Rogers, she attended Free Methodist churches including Pearce Memorial Church in N. Chili, taught at Fairbanks Rd. Elementary School, and was involved in various events at Roberts Wesleyan College. Her hobbies included home crafts, seashell crafts, Christmas ornaments, floral arranging for weddings, baking, picking & canning apples, peaches, and pears; singing in college and church trios and hosted home events for family, relatives and friends. Christmas Eve gatherings were a very special time.
Edditha’s teaching career included K-12, art, music, & Phys-Ed, and Rochester city school, before her decades long tenure at Fairbanks Road Elementary in the Churchville Chili district where she taught 1st grade and reading alongside other teachers who became lifelong friends. She had a strict yet loving and effective teaching style. Her own granddaughters were her students who also benefited from her phonics based reading style.
After retirement in the 1990s Edditha volunteered her teaching skills for 2 years in Japan then Rwanda, Africa consecutively then later in Kentucky for the Christian Appalachian Project, teaching adults how to read.
(Mom) never used profanity nor used the Lord’s name in vain. Though she did giggle in Church sometimes. Also she could not make it to the punchline, before laughing, when telling a joke, to the eventual delight of those listening, who also would start laughing just because she was.
Though we will miss her terribly, we believe mom is in heaven with her dear Lord Jesus and “Mama and Papa” now.
A memorial service will be held at Arbor Church 120 E. Main St. in Spring Arbor, Michigan on Saturday, July 19th, 2025 at 2pm. Also streaming online. Check www. arborchurch.org
CCE Monroe offering virtual workshop on growing potatoes
Growing potatoes at home is a fun activity. If you’ve never tasted home-grown potatoes, you’re in for a real treat. Freshly harvested potatoes taste much better than those purchased from long storage. They are nutrient-dense and full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County (CCE Monroe), in collaboration with Fraser Garlic Farm, offers the “Growing Potatoes at Home - Virtual Workshop” on Tuesday, April 22, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Zoom. All aspiring backyard gardeners, homesteaders, community garden members, school garden coordinators, and members of the public who wish to try something different are invited to join. Farmer-presenter and local grower Ed Fraser will discuss key steps to successful potato growing, from soil requirements, planting, care, and pest and disease control to harvesting and storage. Fraser Garlic Farm is located southwest of Rochester and uses sustainable farming practices.
Workshop registration is $15 per person. Registrants can purchase a Seed Potato Medley bag with registration. This four-gourmet variety mix is well suited for home gardens and includes:
•AmaRosa Fingerling – a high-yielding fingering with smooth red skin and creamy red flesh that resists fading during cooking; good when fried, roasted, boiled, steamed, or as pink chips
•Blackberry – tubers with unique purple skin and deep purple flesh have a uniform, round shape with common scab resistance
•Goldrush – known for its white flaky flesh, it is perfect for baking, boiling, or frying, and excellent for winter storage, making it an ideal homestead crop
•Soraya – tubers with yellow skin and flesh are disease-resistant and good for organic growing.
All orders come in three-pound bags and contain about 15 seed potatoes. Orders purchased with the workshop registration are $13 each.
Those who do not wish to participate in the workshop but who would like to still purchase the Seed Potato Medley can do so for $16 per package. The package will include written instructions on potato growing to get you started.
Purchased orders can be picked up in person Monday, April 21, through Friday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County, 2449 St. Paul Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14617. For information, to register, or to purchase the Seed Potato Medley, go to https://monroe. cce.cornell.edu/events/2024/04/11/growingpotatoes-at-home-virtual-workshop.
Contact Jarmila Haseler, CCE Monroe Agriculture Educator, at Jh954@cornell.edu with any questions.
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ANNUAL BUDGET PRESENTATION AND BUDGET VOTE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual budget presentation of the inhabitants of Brockport Central School District, Brockport, New York, qualified to vote at school meetings in said district, will be held at the Fred W. Hill School cafetorium, Allen Street, Brockport, New York, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the Education Law.
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that a copy of the statements of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the school purposes, specifying the several purposes and the amount for each, may be obtained by any taxpayer in the district during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the annual meeting except Saturday, Sunday or holidays at each of the following schools in which school is maintained during the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., viz: Brockport Central High School, A.D. Oliver Middle School, Elizabeth Barclay School, John J. Ginther School, and Fred W. Hill School.
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. not later than the thirtieth day preceding the school election on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, to wit: to be filed not later than April 21, 2025.
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The following vacancies to be filled on the Board of Education: One (1), five-year term, 2025-2030. Petitions must be directed to the Clerk of the District, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the district, must state the residence of each signer, and shall state the name and residence of the candidate. Said petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board of Education for which the candidate is nominated. Petitions are available at the Clerk’s Office/Business Office, District Office Building, 40 Allen Street, Building 100, Brockport, New York. Candidates for the Board of Education are required by law to file sworn statements of campaign expenses. An initial statement must be filed at least 30 days before the election, a second statement must be filed on or before the fifth day preceding the election and a final statement must be filed within 20 days after the election. Information on this procedure may be obtained from the District Clerk.
but such fund shall continue in existence until liquidated in accordance with the Education Law or until the funds are exhausted, and the sources from which the funds shall be obtained for such Reserve are (i) amounts from budgetary appropriations from time to time, and (ii) unappropriated fund balance made available by the Board of Education from time to time, and (iii) New York State Aid received and made available by the Board of Education from time to time, all as permitted by law.
PROPOSITION NO. 3
Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit: Resolved that the Board of Education of the Brockport Central School District is hereby authorized to establish a Capital Reserve Fund pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law (to be known as the “2025 Building Capital Reserve Fund”), with the purpose of such fund being to finance construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, improvement and equipping of school buildings and facilities and site improvements, and costs incidental thereto, the ultimate amount of such fund to be $19,700,000, plus earnings thereon, the probable term of such fund to be 10 years, but such fund shall continue in existence until liquidated in accordance with the Education Law or until the funds are exhausted, and the sources from which the funds shall be obtained for such Reserve are (i) amounts from budgetary appropriations from time to time, and (ii) unappropriated fund balance made available by the Board of Education from time to time, and (iii) New York State Aid received and made available by the Board of Education from time to time, all as permitted by law.
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that absentee ballots may be obtained between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk, commencing April 22, 2025, at the Clerk’s Office/Business Office, District Office Building, 40 Allen Street, Building 100, Brockport, New York. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. A list to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection by qualified voters of the district in the office of the District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays and Sundays, and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the election.
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NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, same being the Tuesday 14 days following the day on which the annual budget presentation of the district is held, voting will be held in the Technology and Training Center, 40 Allen Street, Building 800, Brockport, New York, in said District, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., to fill the above designated vacancies on the Board of Education.
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NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that at the same time and place as said election, to wit: on May 20, 2025, at the Technology and Training Center, 40 Allen Street, Building 800, Brockport, New York, in said District, the annual budget and appropriation and expenditure of $600,000 from the 2021 Bus Purchase Capital Reserve Fund (established by the voters on May 18, 2021) will be voted upon, and that said budget approval and capital reserve fund expenditure shall be designated as Proposition No.1 on the voting machine.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN, that Proposition No. 1 will appear on the ballot labels of the voting machines used at said meeting in the following abbreviated form:
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that applications for early mail ballots for qualified voters of the district may be applied for in the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. Applications are available at the Clerk’s Office/ Business Office, District Office Building, 40 Allen Street, Building 100, Brockport, New York. A list of all persons to whom early mail ballots shall have been issued, will be available in the said office of the clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays and Sundays, and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the election.
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that applications for military absentee ballots for qualified Military voters may be obtained between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk. Applications are available at the Clerk’s Office/Business Office, District Office Building, 40 Allen Street, Building 100, Brockport, New York. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military ballot application/ballot by mail, facsimile transmission, or electronic mail in their request for such military ballot application. If a military voter does not designate a preference, the school district shall transmit the military ballot application and/or military ballot by mail. All military ballots must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
PROPOSITION NO. 1
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Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit: Resolved, that the Board of Education of the Brockport Central School District, Brockport, New York, be and hereby is authorized to expend necessary funds to meet expenditures for the fiscal year 2025-2026 and to levy the necessary tax therefore and to appropriate and expend $600,000 from the 2021 Bus Purchase Capital Reserve Fund, be approved?
PROPOSITION NO. 2
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Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:
Resolved that the Board of Education of the Brockport Central School District is hereby authorized to establish a Capital Reserve Fund pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law (to be known as the “2025 Bus Purchase Capital Reserve Fund”), with the purpose of such fund being to finance the purchase of school buses, vehicles and equipment that would be eligible for financing under the Local Finance Law, and costs incidental thereto, the ultimate amount of such fund to be $7,900,000 plus earnings thereon, the probable term of such fund to be ten (10) years,
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that qualified voters of the district shall be entitled to vote at the annual vote and election. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States, (2) eighteen (18) years of age or older, and (3) a resident within the district for a period of thirty (30) days preceding the vote and election. The district requires all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one (1) form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law §2018-c. Such forms may include a valid driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, or a voter registration card. Upon proof of residency, the school district requires all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name, and address.
The School District Clerk is hereby authorized to amend the notice of the Annual District Meeting from time to time as, in his or her discretion, such amendment may be required.
By order of the Board of Education Of the Brockport Central School District
Debra Moyer District Clerk Brockport Central School District
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It’s chicken barbecue time at Chili Presbyterian Church
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Chili Presbyterian Church will be holding its 22nd annual Chicken Barbecue on Sunday, April 27, from 11 a.m. until sold out, at 3600 Chili Avenue. Meals include a half chicken, salt potatoes, slaw, roll, and homemade cookie for $15 each, first come, The proceeds will be used to support the church’s Food Cupboard, com-
munity outreach programs, and mission trip opportunities nationally and internationally. The work enables the church family to share an open heart and a listening ear with the people they serve.
A great deal of time, talent, and monetary contributions from the church and community have made this event so successful each year. For many years, Jim Ehrmentraut, Lions Club members, and church crew have cooked the chicken. Cookies are provided by Sips Coffee Shop in Irondequoit. All are welcome to come out for a delicious meal.
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All ages can take part in a variety of
• 1 smartphone required per team
• Registration accepted until May 10th
• $40 per team April 27th to May 10th
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