BOYNTON BEACH FLORIDA: November 1, 1941 – June 19, 2019. Dorothy M. Ewing (Robinson) age 77 Entered into rest surrounded by family on June 19th 2019 at Manor Care Nursing Home, Boynton Beach Florida. Predeceased by her husband Henry Ewing. Survived by beloved children Steven Fetterly, Lisa (Andrew) Minchak, Laurie (Richard) Savory Grandchildren Steven Fetterly, Bryan Fetterly, Jason (Crystal) Fetterly, Amanda Fetterly, Jay Fetterly, Gregory (Daniella) Minchak and Margaret (Jacobus) LeRoux, many great grandchildren, her devoted brother Howard (Becky) Robinson, many nieces and nephews and life-long friend Donna Glena. Dorothy was retired from the Fairport Baptist Home where she was a nursing assistant for many years. She had a love of cooking, sewing and gardening and always shared her garden with family and friends. Memorial service to be held 10 AM August 12th at White Haven Memorial Park, Pittsford NY. Donations to Lollypop Farm, The Humane Society of Greater Rochester, requested in lieu of flowers. 

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SODUS POINT: Age 87, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his parents, Harmon and Pauline Sergeant; sister, Jacqueline Sergeant; brother, Edward Sergeant. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy A. Sergeant; his children, Alicia (Jodi), Darrell (Susie), James (Christa), Michael (Julie), Christine (Allen), Brian (Jill); grandchildren, Shawn, Heather, Michael, James, Christopher, Jamie (Jared), Jeri, Samantha (Jon), Peter, Amanda (Charles), Savannah, Hunter (Ashley); 6 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Jim spent 21 years serving in the US Air Force and after retiring from the military he spent 20 years running the family farm. Once fully retired, Jim and Dort spent many years traveling which included a summer in Yellowstone, trips across the country and several years wintering in Ft. Myers Beach. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm, Saturday, June 29th, 2019 at the First United Presbyterian Church, 31 W. Main St., Sodus, NY 14551. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: Cure Childhood Cancer Assoc., 200 Westfall Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 or Wilmot Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Suite 704, Rochester, NY 14642. Condolences may be expressed at www.hsnorton.com

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The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance and the approval of the minutes from the Regular Meeting 5/21/2019 and Special Board Meeting 6/6/2019.

To begin, the Board formally honored the Girls Varsity Softball team on their recent sectional championship.  Coach Trevor Gage and Mayor Jonathon Taylor praised the team for their hard work and made reference to a high level of community support for the team.

Next, Mayor Taylor recognized individual student athlete Trinity Wells as a 4-time sectional champion.

The Board briefly discussed language modifications and additions to the Land For Jobs program document, ultimately approving paragraph D and tabling paragraphs K and L for further legal counsel.

A Workshop Board Meeting was scheduled for July 10th to address the  recently adopted Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment.

The Board next approved a variety of upcoming events including:  The ARC of Wayne Color Run on September 7; Newark Library event on July 1st; Newark/Arcadia Historical Society movie night event on August 13th; Boy Scouts Venture Group for a Chicken BBQ fundraising event on July 14;Premier Martial Arts Event August 10th; Council on Alcohol and Addictions National Night Out August 6th.

The Board approved declaring the following items as surplus: trash pump, flag poles.

A five-year phone lease contract with First Light was approved in order to upgrade the phone system as the current system is antiquated.

The Board briefly discussed a request by the owner of Ling Ling’s Restaurant to have a spot designated for a delivery driver; the Board declined to act.

A quote for Brush Tub Grinding services for the year was approved at a cost of $6200.

An easement was granted for Charter Communications under West Miller St. near Rite Aid in order to install fiber optic cables.

Public Comment was initiated by Bill Paddock regarding vehicle speeds, especially village vehicles, in front of his home on Grace Ave; the Board and Chief Thoms will consider the issue and traffic calming methods.

Next, Leisa Sweet and Michelle Albanese jointly shared their concerns about on-going issues on Colton Avenue. They cited a group of teenagers causing problems including bullying/injury to other children and vandalism. They also cited poor driving habits in the area (running stop signs) that are dangerous to the many children in the area. The Board thanked them for sharing and will work together with Chief Thoms and perhaps other community organizations to address the concerns.

The Board then moved into Executive Session to discuss ongoing Union contract negotiations and pending litigation.

Please note: The next regularly scheduled Village Board meeting will be on Monday, July 15, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.

By Casey Carpenter

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 The Walworth Town Board held a regular meeting on June 20, 2019 in the Walworth Town Hall at 7PM. The meeting began with approximately 20 community members in attendance.

First, the Board heard a presentation from Steve MacNeal, President of the Canal Connection Chamber of Commerce. MacNeal spoke about the history, benefits, and initiatives of the Chamber of Commerce.

His main message to the Board was a desire to work with the towns to advocate for businesses and work hard for the communities. Town officials will soon receive an invitation to a summit to solidify the connection between the towns and the Chamber of Commerce. MacNeal then reminded everyone that the annual National Night Out event will be held on July 30 in the Ruben A. Cirillo High School from 6 to 8 pm.

Following this presentation, the Board went into executive session at 7:10 pm and returned at 7:50 pm. Motions to accept the minutes from the May 16, 2019 work session and regular meeting, and the June 13, 2019 special meeting were carried.

The meeting was then opened to public comment.

Walworth town historian Gene Bavis informed the Board that he was appointed co-chair of the recently established Bicentennial Committee and announced a celebration coming up in 2023. Steve MacNeal then returned to the podium to discuss the potential for a community center at the Freewill Academy on Canandaigua Road.

Supervisor Susie Jacobs announced that she has reached out to the Wayne Central Board of Education to reopen a conversation about Freewill Academy.

Next, the Board heard committee and liaison reports accompanied by the following carried resolutions:

• Authorize that Dan Woodard, MEO, is moved from Provisional to Permanent Full Time Employment at the Highway Department, effective June 9, 2019

• Authorize the financial transfer from fund balance to fund overtime for Assistant Parks and Recreations Director Kevin Weiss, not to exceed 70 hours and $2475.90.

• Authorize the Town Supervisor to sign the customer service order from Spectrum to upgrade to Fiber Internet 50MBPS, period of 60 months at $448 per month.

• Financial transfers

• Abstract 6, Abstracts approval

• Authorize the Town Supervisor to sign the Metro Group, Inc. annual contract, budgeted item from A1620.42 for an amount not to exceed $3450.

• Acknowledge the Town of Walworth will comply with Public Health Law § 1399-o, effective June 19, 2019; and post signs for no smoking or vaping at the Town Hall (Councilman Ruth voted no)

• Authorize the Town Supervisor to sign the Professional Service Agreement with Integrated Systems for Contract “D” from budgeted item from A1620.44 for an amount not to exceed $8,000.00

• Motion to table the Appointment of Chuck Buss as Interim Building Inspector for Building and authorize him signing permits; at $25.00 per hour, a voucher will be submitted for payment until the return of Norman Dreschel, Building Inspector (Discussion was had about finding help from surrounding municipalities until Building Inspector Norman Dreschel is able to return from his injury)

The Board then accepted correspondence from FEMA, New York State Police Sergeant/SC Joseph A. Eallonardo, John L DeVey I, and the New York State Department of Taxation & Finance Office of Real Property Tax Services. They need accepted communications regarding the Certificates of Completion of the 2019 Sexual Harassment Policy Annual Training, Certificates of Participation for Spring Local Government Workshop, Gananda Central School District Budget Vote and Board of Election Vote Results, and Wayne Central School District Budget Vote and Board of Election Vote Results.

Supervisor Jacobs then informed everyone that the next meeting will be held on July 18 at 7pm with a Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority presentation. Before the meeting the Board will hold a special meeting for the intention of going into executive session at 6pm. Another special meeting will be held on June 26 at 4pm with the intention of holding an executive session.

The Board then entered executive session with Town Attorney Donald Young, and Marty Aman, Executive Director of the Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority returning at 9:38 pm.

Upon their return, the Board carried a resolution to authorize the Town Supervisor to sign the Memorandum of Understanding Regarding the Potential Participation of the Town of Walworth in the Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority’s Western Regional Wastewater Treatment System Improvements Project, which includes the Towns of Palmyra, Marion and Macedon. The resolutions included a reimbursement to be paid of p to $20,000 toward the project development.

Finally, the Board re-addressed the matter of Interim Building Inspector. A motion was carried to authorize the payment of Chuck Buss for any work he had done between Monday June 17 and Thursday June 20 and moving forward any help will be brought from surrounding municipalities as needed.

The Board then entered a third executive session, adjourning the meeting after the session’s conclusion.

By Amber Linson

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Present were Mayor McDowell, Deputy Mayor, Trustee, and Fire Commissioner William Kallusch Jr., Trustee and Street Lights, Planning and LWRP Commissioner Maxine Appleby, Trustee and Ambulance, Parks and Youth Commissioner Joan Eckberg, Trustee and Highway Superintendent Robert DeWolf, Code Enforcement Officer Kevin Druscel, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Melanie Switzer-Debadts, and Village Attorney Arthur Williams.  At 6:30 the Mayor called the Board meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

First in order, reports from the Waste water Dept., Fire Dept., Silver waters ambulance, Community center, Parks and Recreation, Energy and Lighting, Highway Dept., Water Dept., and Code enforcement were read and accepted into record.

 Mayor McDowell also stated that cameras are being run through the waste water system to locate and identify leaks and other problems.

He mentioned that the Governor has created a Ready Commission to help deal with the flooding along the lake, and $300,000,000.00 has been made available in grant money for the townships affected. A meeting will be held July 11th to see how it gets doled out. 

The Mayor intends to use that grant money to re vamp the storm water system to include the entire village and to install permanent electric pumps where portable diesel pumps are currently used for the flooding.

And the Mayor will be attending a meeting with the River Control Board on Monday concerning the flooding.

The clock in Willow park is being repaired with money raised by the neighborhood association. 

Mayor McDowell then opened public discussion.

A resident inquired about traffic control for the 4th of July. The Mayor stated that the business district of Sodus Point will be closed to traffic at 6:00pm the night of the 4th. 4 patrol cars and 8 deputies will be assigned from the Sherriff’s office to control the nightmare of traffic from previous years.

Another resident stated that the aqua dam on 3rd St. has worked perfectly, and asked when it will be removed. The dam will be removed when it’s deemed safe to do so, by the state fire department. It will be pumped empty, rather than slashed open like they were in 2017.

Another resident offered thanks to the offices and departments of the village for all they have done to control the flooding, which brought a round of applause from the audience. 

Another resident asked if the flooding was to be expected as the new norm., the mayor answered that the governor’s office has stated that this is to be expected for the next 5 years, and that multiple class action law suits were being brought against the IJC. This brought an open discussion that indicated the 2014 plan for lake levels clearly benefits shipping, business, and moneyed individuals, and sacrifices residents and the little guys.

Old business.

The village hall survey was accepted into record.

An exemption for a Lake Rd. lot that allowed a camper to be parked there and be lived in due to the house becoming unsafe was revoked. Too much time has passed without enough work being done.

New business.

The 2019 pay schedule was approved with amendments.

Williamson Law book tax collection agreement was approved, the village clerk noted it’s working wonderfully.

Approving members for the waterfront advisory board was delayed,

Reviewing changes to the animal control law 57-1 has been set for a public hearing July 18th at 6:15pm.

And a resolution to revoke IJC plan 2014 passed unanimously. 

 A motion was passed to pay Village bills for the month.

 The village has received a donation from Rose United Methodist Church in the amount of $250.00. It was decided to reserve that money for lunches for all the workers and volunteers that have helped with the flooding emergency.

Motion to adjourn at 7:42pm

by Tom Stoughtenger 

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WASHINGTON (AP)  Roughly one in every six times someone is taken to an emergency room or checks in to the hospital, the treatment is followed by a “surprise” medical bill, according to a study released Thursday. And depending on where you live, the odds can be much higher.

The report from the nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation finds that millions of people with what’s considered solid coverage from large employers are nonetheless exposed to “out-of-network” charges that can amount to thousands of dollars. It comes as congressional lawmakers of both parties and the Trump administration move to close the loophole, with a Senate panel scheduled to vote on legislation next week.

A patient’s odds of getting a surprise bill vary greatly depending on the state he or she lives in. Texas seems like a bit of a gamble, with 27% of emergency room visits and 38% of in-network hospital stays triggering at least one such bill. Minnesota looks safer, with odds of 2% and 3%, respectively.

Researcher Karen Pollitz of the Kaiser Foundation said the reasons for such wide differences are not entirely clear, but seem to be related to the breadth of hospital and doctor networks in each state, and the ways those networks are designed.

Patients in New York, Florida, New Jersey and Kansas were also more likely to get surprise bills. Other states where it was less likely included South Dakota, Nebraska, Maine and Mississippi.

Averaging the results nationwide, 18 percent of emergency room visits and 16 percent of stays at an in-network hospital triggered a surprise bill for patients with health insurance through a large employer, the study estimated.

That illustrates the need for Congress to get involved, said Pollitz, since large-employer plans are regulated by federal law and surprise billing protections already enacted by states like New York do not apply to them. “This is a prominent problem affecting patients, and it is beyond the reach of state laws to fix, and it is by definition beyond the ability of patients to fix on their own,” she said.

Next Wednesday, the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions committee plans to vote on bipartisan legislation that would limit what patients can be charged to their in-network deductibles and copays. The bill from Sens. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., and Patty Murray, D-Wash., would require insurers to pay out-of-network doctors and hospitals the median _ or midpoint _ rate paid to in-network providers. The House Energy and Commerce committee is working on similar legislation. President Donald Trump has said he wants to sign a bill.

Major industry lobbies are going to battle over the issue. Insurers and employers generally favor the approach the Alexander-Murray bill takes on how to pay out-of-network providers, using an in-network rate as the reference point. But hospitals and doctors instead want disputed bills to go to arbitration. New York has an arbitration system and a recent study found it has worked well. However, some lawmakers are concerned that on a national scale it may lead to a costly new bureaucracy.

Surprise bills can come about in different ways. In an emergency, a patient can wind up at a hospital that’s not in their insurer’s network. Even at an in-network hospital, emergency physicians or anesthesiologists may not have a contract with the patient’s insurer. For a scheduled surgery at an in-network hospital, not all the doctors may be in the patients’ plan.

Bills can amount to tens of thousands of dollars and hit patients and their families when they are most vulnerable. Often patients are able to negotiate lower charges by working with their insurers and the medical provider. But the process usually takes months, adding stress and anxiety. When it doesn’t work out bills can get sent to collection agencies.

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This past week, month, and looking ahead, Buffalo sports fans have reasons to mourn.

They’re not new. Sure, the Bills and Sabres continue to reinvent themselves over time with creative ways to shoot themselves in either the spikes, the skates, or the Bruno Maglis.

Though, how could you not pay any mind?

This past Wednesday was the 20th anniversary of the infamous “No Goal” Stanley Cup-clinching loss the Sabres endured to Brett Hull and the Dallas Stars.

Yes, that’s still an odd phrase–Brett Hull of the Dallas Stars. Especially when he’s remembered around 48 other states and most of Texas– if he’s remembered by America at all–for being a St. Louis Blues legend–one whom drunkenly celebrated last week’s championship at the city’s celebration.

God bless the people of St. Louis. After all they did lose the Rams, but not before a Super Bowl win, along with two Cardinals’ titles in 2006 and 2011 to boot.

Meanwhile…back in WNY…

Right. This week, Buffalovers were tapped on the shoulder by Father Time as to where and how they watched the Sabres lose Sunday morning, June 20, 1999.

Twenty. Effing. Years.

This, six days after the 25th anniversary of…

Right. We covered that last week. A

Now look ahead six months and realize the calendar has amounted to a perfect storm of sports sadness.

Come January 8, it’ll be two decades since The Music City–

“Home Run Throw FORWARD,” as former Bills head coach, Wade Phillips, bluntly put it.

Red helmets. Nineties unis. Rob Johnson. Doug Flutie. The beginning of the end.

The seeds of the infamous playoff drought may have very well been planted by the mismanagement of the late Ralph Wilson and GM John Butler (the drought started on Butler’s watch and a mailed-in draft), but they were watered by Jeff Fisher at a coliseum in Nashville that day.

And, to think if former Colts head coach, Chuck Pagano, didn’t follow-up a Sean McDermott overtime punt with one of his own in a tie Snow Bowl, or an offensive pass interference call on a touchdown, we’d be commemorating two decades without a meaningful January football game, too.

It also doesn’t help when guys like Ryan O’Reilly, Stephon Gilmore, Chris Hogan, Dominik Hasek, Michael Peca, Jason Peters, Marshawn Lynch, Antowain Smith (remember him?) leave and succeed better than they did here, or are from here, and get passed over by a winner for a bust: (see: Gronkowski, Rob and Troup, Torrell).

Cursed? Nah. This is beyond that.

Gross negligence is more like it.

OJ was a Shakespearian tragedy without the British accent.

The Bills were run by a checked-out former scout and a meddling owner, then a paranoid control freak, then AGAIN by that same owner who empowered a legendary octogenarian who still wanted to coach and later quit, therefore enabling (whom one prominent former NFL executive dubbed) a used car salesman disguised as a wunderkind, who allowed the “football people” to work from home, before bringing in another ex-scout to oversee football ops before handing the keys to another over-hyped scout before new ownership could take over, with bumps. And now, their future rests on the arm of a quarterback who has the potential to become the next Brett Favre, or just the “next.”

The Sabres? Just a franchise with hockey’s greatest goaltender who once punched a writer, and was dragged into a personal issue by his former head coach, who demanded to leave long after that coach was dismissed. Then there’s the story of a team captain who also waved goodbye before ownership went Enron. It’s had it’s moments, more frequently than their Orchard Park neighbors these past two decades, but still ones that capsized when the ice wore too thin. Tom Golisano treated the franchise as a lean investment, before the Pegulas over-promised Cup parades, yet to be delivered. They also brought back Ted Nolan, and Pat Lafontaine, only to watch Nolan actually help the team tank with his archaic coaching style, and one of the most beloved Sabres in history tell the region’s adopted parents he’d had enough, a month on the job.

Curses don’t work nearly that hard. Or that well.

But, how do you not look back and laugh?

No, really.

“Life is a comedy to those who think and a tragedy to those who feel,” Jean Racine once famously said.

Think it’s time we had something to celebrate, instead?

Maybe another anniversary like 1/20/90, or 1/3/93, but bigger.

Sports isn’t life, but it’s an extension of who we are. It’s a doorway into our vicarious nature.

Or, more importantly, it’s just entertainment.

So, laugh. Somebody has to be the punchline.  It’s even funnier to think that it’s always us.

But for once, it would feel good to be on top.

And that anniversary, nobody will ever forget.

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The police are frustrated beyond belief. Some big city agencies are already gearing up for the influx of warrants that will be hitting their desks over the upcoming months. Meanwhile everybody is waiting for the next hammer blows to come, in the form of extreme liberal laws that give criminals a pass.

Unfortunately, the law does not take into consideration our drinking and driving laws. Did you know a 16 yearold can now drive drunk and not be charged in New York State for Driving While Intoxicated? Yup, it has already happened right here in good old Wayne County, since Governor Cuomo and his lib cronies changed the rules. Yup, next year 17 year-olds can also drive drunk without the adult arrest. Eventually, this will also include those up to the age of 18.

Instead, their cases will be handed over to Family Court and they will receive a slap on the hand. Perhaps Cuomo may legislate that they write : “I will not drink and drive and possibly kill someone”… 100 times on a sheet of paper. No, wait Cuomo would undoubtedly consider that too cruel a punishment.

My hope is that even in Family Courts, judges will send a harsh message to those who drink and drive.

To be fair, NYS was one of only two states left that considered 16- and 17 year-olds to be considered “adults” under the law, the other being North Carolina.

According to published reports: Some sections of the new law are simple: 16- and 17-year-olds accused of misdemeanors — who make up the vast majority of juveniles arrested — would have their cases handled in Family Court. The picture gets more complicated, however, with nonviolent felony cases, which would still start in Criminal Court, albeit in a new section known as “youth part” and in front of judges trained in Family Court law.

Once there, the 16- and 17-year-olds would be automatically sent to Family Court after 30 days unless a district attorney proved “extraordinary circumstances,” a term that is undefined in the law. Those arrested in violent felony cases — which make up about 1 percent of the more than 20,000 juvenile charges in New York per year — could also be diverted from youth part if they pass a three-part test: whether the victim sustained significant physical injury, whether the accused used a weapon, and whether the perpetrator engaged in criminal sexual conduct.

Over the past several months, in an effort to show just how liberal and understanding we here in New York can be, laws have been shoved down the courts’ and police throats that stop them from incarcerating just about anybody for anything.

Yes, our jail populations have dropped like a lead balloon. Those poor people, the ones who lead the statistics in crime, are no longer suppressed for being poor and unable to make bail. Instead of paying a bondsman a 10% fee for a bail application, or being released on a pre-trail basis, we simply forgo any bail entirely – we go to a cashless bail system.

I have seen cases recently where defendants, in cases of Rape, Sex Abuse, Domestic Violence, major felonies that once would require instant bail, are now being released on their own recognizance.

Liberal states where this has been tried, proclaim from their soapboxes that this is the future, this is the only way to treat all fairly, the rich and the poor. They point to all sorts of statistics that show a cashless bail system actually cuts down on incarceration time, keeps families happier. Everybody is singing “kumbyah” as they dance off into the sunset.

Uhh, the victims?

Well, okay, the system isn’t perfected quite yet. But perhaps fewer victims will actually report crimes if they know the perpetrators will probably be right back on the streets and will probably serve little, or no time for myriad crimes in New York State.

See, crime rates will go down. Oh, sure the police may be a bit frustrated and have to chase down a bunch of bad, but maybe nice-on-the-inside people who fail to show up for court because they have little, or nothing to lose.

This is a small price to pay to ensure a liberal vote pattern for now and the future. Add those numbers to all the previous people incarcerated on serious felonies who once lost their privileges to vote and we got ourselves a serious number of prime Democrats for decades to come.

I don’t know about you, but I feel safer and more secure about the future than I ever did before Andrew Cuomo and his couple of New York City buddies came into power.

Hey, let’s make things a lot tougher on all those really mean landlords. You know, the ones trying to eke out a living by owning rental properties. NYS has passed severe laws giving renters almost carte blanche (seeLegal Briefs column on Page C2) Yes! More voters flocking to liberal socialism at its best. Down with the rich, the people who work hard and smart, those devils in disguise. Andrew Cuomo, our Robin Hood for this age. He will lead us down the road of fairness for all. Spread the wealth. Soon comrade, all will be well. No student loans, no worries about health care. We will bring you into the world and we will bury you, both literally and figuratively

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Admits theft, said she did it to pay her daughter’s lawyer bills

Palmyra Village Police reported the arrest on Saturday (6/15) of Karen A. Garrow, age 40, of 3736 Maple Avenue in the Town of Walworth for Grand Larceny in the Third Degree.

Garrow was a manager at the Dunkin’ Donuts in Palmyra and over a four day period admitted to stealing a total of $4447. The theft was discovered on June 14th.

In her statement, Garrow said she needed to money to pay her daughter’s lawyer’s fees.

Garrow was released to appear in Palmyra Village Court on July 9th for an arraignment

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The Ontario Rod & Gun Club is one of the area’s oldest sport shooting clubs, with a rich history of Civilian Marksman Programs, trap, rifle and fishing interests dating back to the 1950s. It continues to grow with competitive sports like 3-Gun Nation and USPSA Practical Shooting matches. But the more notable initiative that has become a keystone event at ORGC is the recognition and support of local veterans.

Four years ago, ORGC responded to a request from a retired Army Sergeant Major who was looking for a place to host a sporting firearms fundraiser to benefit veterans, and the ORGC Veterans Fundraiser was born. Dedicated club members volunteer hours of their time and energy to organize and run the events with 100% of the proceeds donated to local veteran organizations. The fundraiser continues to highlight sport shooting geared to those interested in firearms, but who haven’t had an opportunity to try a shotgun, rifle or run a modified course under the supervision of experienced firearm range officers. It helps grow the base of firearm enthusiasts. It also grew to include a USPSA Pistol Match, raffle and silent auction of firearm related products donated by sponsors, trap shoot, and a chicken barbecue “Pay if forward to veterans” opportunity to purchase a chicken dinner for a veteran delivered on event day.

In 2018, the ORGC Veterans Fundraiser raised $30,000. Proceeds were distributed as follows:

• Veterans Outreach Center of Rochester received $12,000

• American Legion Post #394 in Williamson, NY received $12,000

• Ontario Rod & Gun Club Veterans Beneficiary Fund received $6,000, earmarked to help local veterans in need. Club members volunteered their time and expertise as follows: – Replaced a roof for a veteran who couldn’t afford to do so.

– Built a handicap ramp on the home of a WWII veteran to allow mobility.

– Donated to “Wreaths Across America” to recognize those no longer with us.

– Built a porch and stairs to replace those that were used to heat the home last winter.

– Provided a winter season of firewood to help with heating a veteran’s home.

– Helped vets meet unexpected financial expenses approved by theORGC Veterans Board. The following committees have been formed for 2019 – Sponsorship & Prize, Sales & Membership, Family & Children’s Events, Food & Entertainment, Veterans Liaisons, Marketing & Publicity, USPSA Match & & Trap Shooting, Sporting Firearm Events, Facilities Set-up. Consider joining a committee. They rely completely on volunteers Their event schedule is as follows:

• Saturday, July 13, 2019 – Joseph DiVito Memorial Trap Shoot

• Saturday, July 20, 2019 – Main Events Fundraiser & BBQ & Children’s Events

• Saturday, July 27, 2019 – DalePrindle Memorial USPSA Match

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Officers and Members of Lyons Elks Lodge #869 recently observed Flag Day in honor of the nation’s symbol of freedom. Local Elks Leader Christine VanDeWalle led the Officers and Members in this Celebration. Members of Lyons Elementary School Band under the direction of Mrs. Howard performed several musical selections for the community members in attendance.

Also participating in the ceremony were three 7th grade students from the Lyons Middle School who received recognition for their award winning Americanism Essays. Lyons Elks Americanism Chairman Julie Wunder introduced students, Adryen Jones, Evie Groom and Benjamin Bettinger who each read his/her essay for those present. The students were each presented with a Certificate of Participation by Elks Leader Wunder for their participation in the state-wide contest.

Local members of Boy and Girl Scout Troops also participated during the ceremony by displaying the various flags in our nation’s history.

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It sounded like a good idea at the time, many years ago. The Wayne County Sheriff’s office was losing deputies to adjoining and nearby police agencies offering higher wages. A recent trainee could earn as much as $10,000, or more by transferring to Monroe County agencies.

To stop the flow of new and older deputies, Wayne County, through contract negotiations, offered some wage incentives, coupled with a new 4/3 schedule. This offered deputies the opportunity of working 4 days with three days off.

The new incentive was an encouragement, but it led to an unforeseen major problem. In order to fill all the shifts required under the new scheduling, along with a shortage of deputies, road deputies built up a considerable amount of overtime.

The cost ran into the millions of dollars and became a major point in any new contract negotiations.

Complicating the contract that ran out in January 1, 2016, the Deputies ended their association with the union representing them. Two years passed where contract negotiations were in limbo. Finally, the officers joined with the Teamsters Local 118 Union and the real battle began.

Of course money was a main issue, but this too was clouded by an earlier provision in County contracts that incentivise employees for reaching certain employment dates with the County. The longer they worked for the County, their base pay increased by a certain percentage. After 5 years it was 1%, 10 years 3.5%, all the way up to 10% after 23 years. Contract negotiations became brutal as some took the battle to social media, turning on and making personal remarks Back in May, Wayne County, the Wayne County Sheriff, and Teamsters Local 118 concluded negotiations for a six-year collective bargaining agreement for the County’s deputy sheriffs bargaining unit covering the period of January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2021.

The Union members ratified the agreement on May 31. The County’s Board of Supervisors ratified the agreement and authorized the expenditure of the necessary funds at a meeting held on June 18. This is the first agreement with the Teamsters who replaced the prior collective bargaining agent in 2018.

The parties had been at an impasse in the negotiations and were proceeding to an interest arbitration hearing which will no longer be necessary in light of the agreement.

The agreement calls for a restructuring of the existing base wage schedule by the addition of a new top step along with some further flat dollar adjustments for the more senior members of the bargaining unit for purposes of encouraging the retention of the unit members. In addition, the across-theboard base wage increases will be 2.5% for 2016 and 2017, 1.5% for 2018 and 2019, and 3% for 2020 and 2021. There are no other monetary items being increased as a result of this agreement.

Of note, the agreement also provides for a new work schedule for those road patrol deputy sheriffs and sergeants who are hired after January 1, 2018. These personnel will work a traditional five day workweek with eight hour shifts. Road patrol personnel hired prior to January 1, 2018 will continue to have a right to remain on the current work schedule which provides for four ten-hour days, followed by three days off, each workweek. Sheriff Barry Virts believes that the new work schedule will result in lower overtime costs and shorten the duration of overtime assignments for many road patrol deputies in the interest of health and safety.

The County’s chief negotiator was attorney John Corcoran of the Hancock Estabrook, LLP law firm in Syracuse. The union’s chief negotiator was business agent Christopher Toole.

Wayne County Board of Supervisors Chairman Steven M. LeRoy commented: “I’m pleased that the County and the Union have successfully concluded the negotiations. The agreement is fair and reasonable and will insure the continued and uninterrupted criminal law enforcement protection for the citizens of Wayne County. I also wish to acknowledge and commend Board of Supervisors’ members Laurie Crane, Ken Miller, and Dave Spickerman, County Administrator Rick House, and County Human Resources Director Chris Kalinski, for their diligent and dedicated service on the County’s bargaining team.”

Wayne County Administrator, Rick House said some Board of Supervisor members were taken aback by the fact that the contract will cost the County well over a million dollars to be enacted, but stated that money has been set aside in the general fund for contract settlements.

“I think this was a fair settlement to account for and keep the Sheriff’s office competitive and will help in recruitment and retention. It also keeps taxpayers in mind, especially senior citizens, something we were cognizant about during the negotiations,” commented the County Administrator.

Unfortunately, due to the length and problems during the just signed contract, negotiations will have to begin, probably next year, for the current contract that ends 2021.

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WALWORTH/MACEDON: Judith Arline Grover, 75 years of age, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 surrounded by her loving family at her home in Walworth, NY. Judy was born on Thursday, May 25, 1944 in Buffalo, NY to the late William P. and Dorothy “Greenley” Schrader. Judy is survived by her husband of 56 years, Otto A. Grover; her children Laura, Peter, and William (Pamela) Grover.  Judy is also survived by her Grandchildren, Amanda Slavin, Mariano Macias, Sammy Grover, Katie Grover, Samuel Grover, Tessa Grover, Mason Grover, Geneva Humbert, and Grace Humbert; great grandchildren, Adam Macias, Kaden Jetter and Breanna Jetter; sister, Susan (Kelly); brother, William (Marilyn) Schrader; extended family and friends. Judy’s aunt, Godmother, and close friend is Arline Schrader of Buffalo, NY. Judy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. She worked for Xerox Corporation as a customer service representative and a supervisor for 17 years. Judy loved quilting and spending time with her quilting family.  She and her quilting friends sewed many quilts for their extended families and created many heartfelt gifts for those in need. Bonny Kowalski was not only a member of this family but is Judy’s best friend and confidant.  Judy will be missed by all! A memorial service to celebrate the life of Judy will be held at the Perinton Community Church, 636 High Street Ext., Fairport, NY 14450, on Wednesday, June 26th at 2:00 pm.  A social reception with light refreshments to follow the ceremony.  To light a candle, leave a condolence, upload a photo or offer a floral tribute, please visit www.murphyfuneralservices.com.

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MACEDON: Passed away suddenly on Friday, June 21, 2019 at the age of 60. She was predeceased by her mother and father, Sam and Joan Zambito. She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Eric Hittle; her son Michael (Kristen) Sturgis; daughter Kristen Sturgis; her two granddaughters, Addison and Audrey; siblings Joe Zambito, Patty (Jim) Roth, Debbie (Michael) Scheeres, Paula (Michael) Palinic, Danielle (Bob) Brentson, Dee (Jim) Luttrell; In-laws, Jim and Lolly Hittle, and several nieces and nephews. Sandy was born on Tuesday, September 2, 1958. She graduated from Rush Henrietta High School class of  1977.  Sandy was employed by Oak Hill Country Club for the last 18 years. She loved to travel with her Husband Eric, and spend time with her grandchildren and family. Sandy was a devoted Friend, Wife, Mother and Nana. She will be dearly missed. We ask for friends and family to join us in celebrating her life on Thursday, June 27th, 2019 from 3:30pm – 8pm at the Pavilion Lodge in Ellison Park (Ellison Park Road, Rochester, NY 14625).  To light a candle, send a condolence, or upload a photo, please visit www.murphyfuneralservices.com.

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SODUS: Age 94, passed away peacefully, Sunday, June 23, 2019, in her home, surrounded by her family.  Friends and family are invited to call from 6:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday, June 26th at Norton Funeral Home, 45 Main St., Sodus. Mabel was born in Sodus, NY, on April 19,1925. She graduated from Marion High School. On November 2, 1950, she married the love of her life, Stephen Edward Patchett. Shortly thereafter, Mabel and Steve began a 30-year adventure that would take them to homes in Nicaragua, Columbia, Peru and the Panama Canal Zone.  After raising five children, primarily in Panama, they returned to Sodus in 1980. Mabel and Steve made an occasional trip to Europe and were known to visit the casinos on occasion. Most of all, she enjoyed spoiling her children and grandchildren. Mabel loved to work in her yard and spent many hours in her early years gardening. She loved watching golf and tennis on TV, but what she liked best was to root for her favorite team, the New York Yankees.  Mabel was a great cook and made the best fried chicken ever! She taught her children to always be kind and respectful.  She also educated them on some of her favorite “colorful” Dutch phrases. She had the best sense of humor, even in her last breath. Mabel is survived by her brother-in-law Dan Patchett (Shirley), Sodus; daughter Elaine Donaldson, Williamson; son Steve Jr (Kristy), Hockley, TX; daughter Gail Givens (John), Boulder, CO; son Russ (Christina), Rochester; and son Tom, Sodus; grandsons Michael, Rusty, Andy and Stephen; granddaughters Tracy, Lisa, Stefanie, Kelly, Anna and Katie; great grandchildren Tristin, Taylor, Sofie, Gabby, Andrew, Briggs and Nash; and numerous nephews and nieces. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years Stephen; father and mother, Adrian and Elizabeth DeFisher; father & mother in-law, Sid & Phyllis Patchett; sisters, Lavina Hamelinck (Bert); Katherine DeNering (Albert); Liz Datthyn (Abe) and brothers, Adrian DeFisher (Sara); Abe DeFisher (Josie); and Ike DeFisher (Betty).  Also, brother & sister-in-law, Don and Martha Mitchell, and brother-in-law, Russ Patchett. Mabel was a devoted wife and mother; a woman who lived an exemplary life and set a wonderful example for her children. A “Celebration of Life” service will be held on Thursday, June 27th, at 1:00 pm, at Sodus Presbyterian Church, 31 Main Street.  She will be greatly missed by all who dearly loved her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Sodus Town Ambulance Corp. 49 W Main St, Sodus, NY 14551. Condolences may be expressed at www.hsnorton.com

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WILLIAMSON: Entered into rest on June 23, 2019 at age 89. Predeceased by her loving husband of 63 years, Nino L. Chelini; brother in law: Leo Smith. Marilyn was an avid gardener and reader.  She worked at the Williamson Hardware for many years.  She was a very social person and loved everyone she met.  Her family was her most favorite accomplishment. Survived by her loving children:  Cindy Schmahl, Christine Wagner, Christopher (Lisa), Craig (Debra), Cory (Dawn) Chelini, and Cara (Terry) VanderBrook; 16 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sister: Nancy Smith; nieces, nephews and many friends. At Marilyn’s request, calling hours will not be observed, and the courtesy of no flowers.  Friends and family are invited to attend a Celebration of her Life at the Second Reformed Church, 3757 Mill Street, Marion on (Friday) June 28, 2019 at 11:30am.  Private interment in Furnaceville Rural Cemetery, Ontario, NY. Family would like to express their gratitude for the wonderful care and support given to Marilyn during her time at Cherry Ridge. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to: St. Ann’s Foundation Star Fund: 1500 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621. Online condolences can be expressed at www.youngfuneralhomeny.com

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SODUS/WEBSTER: Age 97, passed away peacefully at Pines of Peace, June 24th, 2019. She was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Martha Gilman; husband, Warren in 1993; and son, David in 2018. Alkone was a graduate of Webster High School in 1940. She went on to graduate from State Teachers College in Buffalo in 1944. After graduation she taught for 4 years at Pavilion, got married to Warren in 1945 and had their son, David in 1949. In the early 50’s she operated Cook’s Cabin Court, mid 60’s operated Sunoco gas station in Sodus and Cook’s Sporting Goods which was located between Wallington and Alton. In the later 60’s she started teaching as an Art Teacher at Sodus Central School and remained there for over 9 years before retiring. After retirement, she traveled back and forth from her home in Cranberry Lake and enjoyed her place in Florida for the winter months. There will be a graveside service July 1st, 2019, 10am at the Baptist Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be left in her memory to the Town of Sodus Historical Society, 17 Maple Ave, Sodus, NY 14551, Sodus Presbyterian Church, 31 Main St, Sodus, NY 14551 or the Webster Museum, 18 Layham Park, Webster, NY 14580. Condolences may be expressed at www.hsnorton.com.

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LYONS:  Formerly of Marion, NY Shirley passed away on May 31, 2019 at age 84.  She was born in Newark, NY to the late Matthew Naeye and Madeline DeBlaire-Naeye.  Shirley is survived by her husband of 65 years, Cornelius A. Boeye; children, Barbara Grube and David Boeye; grandchildren, Scott Frey and Matthew (Lynn) Boeye.  Contributions in Shirley’s memory may be directed to Marantha Baptist Church, 8721 Travell Knapps Corner Rd., Lyons, NY 14489.  To leave the family an online condolence, to light a digital candle or to upload a photo, please visit www.murphyfuneralservices.com.

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NEWARK: A Mass of Christian Burial for Phil, who died on January 12th,  will be celebrated at 10 AM on Wednesday (July 3rd) at St. Michael Church, South Main Street, Newark. Burial will follow in East Newark Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in his name, may be made to St. Michael Church, 401 South Main Street, Newark, New York 14513 or another charity of your choice. www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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NEWARK: Mark T. Celso, 63, died on Sunday (June 23, 2019) at the Laurel House Comfort Care Home in Newark Mark was born on July 21, 1955, at the family home in the Town of Arcadia, the son of the late Thomas R. and Florence Lamote Celso. He was a graduate of Newark High School, Class of 1973 and SUNY at Cobleskill in 1975.  Mark owned and operated Celso Hay and Straw Trucking Company. He loved working the farm and enjoyed being out of doors.  Mark specially enjoyed target shooting with his brother Jack and daughter Rhonda. He advocated for the N.R.A. and their causes.Mark was a strong and loving family man, he would do anything for a friend. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Gladys (Marshall); daughters Phyllis (Rodney) Dingee of Albany, Rhonda Hutchings of Newark, Jim Weibert of Lockport; grandson Michael Hutchings and great grandson Jacob Hutchings; his brother Jack Briggs of Hampshire, England. All services will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions, in Mark’s name, may be made to Laurel Home Comfort Care Home, 224 Fair Street, New York 14513. www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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