April 2014 - Town of Newfane

Town of Newfane
Newfane
Burt
Wrights Corners
Olcott
Ridgewood
Appleton
Happy Spring
VOL. 9
Support Eastern Niagara Hospital at Newfane
APRIL 2014
NO.1
Timothy Horanburg, Newfane Town Supervisor
Happy spring everyone, it has been a long, hard, and
expensive winter for us. We have gotten spoiled over the past
few years. This was like the winter’s of the past, some may not
emember. We are doing a budget review to see just how bad it
was. A couple times through the winter, we were within a day or
two of running out of road salt. I give Jon Miller and the guys in
highway, water and waste water a big thank you for a job well
done under extreme conditions at times.
As you receive this news letter, you have probably received your recycling carts. This
is a new and exciting venture for us, we know there will be some glitches, so please
be understanding. There are three entities working on this, Modern Disposal, Cascade
Cart Mfg., also the cart deliverers, and the Town. If you experience any issues, please
call us and every effort will be made to satisfy any problems. I think most will like the
new cart and recycling program. You can keep your small 16 gal bins. You can use
them to empty into the larger carts if you would like, but for your recyclables to be
picked up, you MUST put the wheeled carts to the curb. The new carts are owned by
the Town of Newfane and are equipped with an electronic chip molded into them, that
way we can track each cart. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this new
adventure. See page 3 for frequently asked questions and answers.
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As we look forward to Spring and Summer, again, the Town has much to offer
- Scottish Highland games in Olcott, Apple Blossom Festival on West Creek Rd.,
Carousel Park opening, Saturday Night Car Cruises, Town Yard Sale, Duck Race,
Father’s Day car show at Miller Hose, Kids Fishing Derby, 4th of July Fire Works, Pirate
festival, Old Olcott days and the National Band Organs will be back in Olcott this year
on July 26th & 27th. These amazing organs come from all over the Country, and they
are gorgeous machines to see and listen to. So you see, there is so much to do just in
Newfane, please see pages 12 - 13, or refer to our 2014 brochure for a listing of all of
our events. The Brochures are available in most businesses and here at the Town Hall.
We have put together a committee to research everything about the Old Log Cabin
that was built in the Pine Grove (North Krull Park) by the Pioneer Association of
Niagara in 1888. The Committee has researched such things as the construction,
items that were in it, and where they are today, how many logs were used in the
construction, windows and door locations, dimensions etc. The final goal is to
reconstruct this fabulous Log Cabin and use it as a museum to exhibit as many of
the original items that were in it, and duplicating many others. If anyone has any
information concerning the “Old Log Cabin” please give me a call. We are especially
looking for any old photo’s of the interior. See article on page 11.
I must also let you know that we are struggling, as a Community, with two very important
issues: the first being the sex offender situation. NY State is closing some prisons that
house some mentally challenged, convicted SEX Offenders, and putting them into State
operated group homes. We have two of these homes in our Town, we have welcomed
them, and they have been good neighbors. We cannot and will not allow the State to
disrupt these nice homes by putting dangerous convicted SEX Offenders in them. We
have petitions circulating around Town and here at Town Hall. If you see one, please sign
it. If you would like one to circulate, or put in your business, please contact myself, or
Sue Neidlinger at Shoppe on Main. Sue can be reached at 778-5373. We are not aware
of any in our Community at this time, but the State will put them in these homes with no
notification to the Town. Your support will be appreciated.
Now, I must address the issue of Eastern Niagara Hospital at Newfane. I must
tell you all that this facility is very precious to us all, many lives have been saved
because that facility is there, men, women, and children, including mine. I promise
you that myself, this Town Board, the leaders of Cambria, Wilson, Somerset, and the
Community, will do everything in our power to prevent this. It is truly my opinion, that
we are in this situation today because of the very poor and irresponsible decisions
by the CEO, Clare Haar. The following letter to the editor was sent and published in
the US&J. What is in the letter is what I factually know, there are many other items
that I am aware of, but can’t prove as yet. If the Board of Directors, do not stop this
irresponsible decisions by the this CEO, there will be no Emergency Medical Facilities
left in this area, and yes, this includes, Lockport.
TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF LOCKPORT & NIAGARA COUNTY
Town of Newfane
2737 Main Street
Newfane, NY 14108
First I apologize for the length of this article, but these are things you MUST know and
realize.
I must start from the beginning. In the early 1950’s there was a serious need for
an emergency care facility in northern Niagara County, to serve the public and
emergency response personnel. A small group of doctors and the residents of
Northern Niagara County ran fund raisers, and many residents donated their hard
earned dollars to construct a Community Hospital. In 1958 a community Hospital was
proudly opened, called Inter-Community Hospital at Newfane. It grew and prospered
over the years, even surviving two attempts by the State Health Dept. to shut it down.
This was averted by the tremendous outcry of the citizens of Northern Niagara County
and the surrounding communities.
In the late 1990’s, Inter-Community Hospital was still growing and prospering, and
had $2,000,000 in the bank. It was at this time that Lockport Memorial Hospital had
fallen on difficult financial times and in danger of closing. The Board of Directors at
Newfane made the decision to step up to the plate, and take Newfane’s financial
strength and $2,000,000 into Lockport Hospital to try and save Lockport from a
complete financial collapse and possible closure. Many residents, including
myself, were not sure if this was a good decision. We thought that taking on a
Continued on page 5
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Town Hall
2737 Main Street
Newfane, NY 14108
Hours 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Monday through Friday
Senator Maziarz promotes “Young Farmer NY” Plan
Senator George Maziarz and members of the Senate Republican Conference have
unveiled their “Young Farmers NY” plan to address issues related to the advancing
average age of New York farmers and to preserve the future of family farming.
The initiative will support and encourage a new generation of farmers and help
strengthen the state’s leading industry for decades to come.
Elected Officials:
TOWN BOARD
Supervisor
Timothy R. Horanburg 778-8531 #3
“Young Farmers NY,” which was announced in March at a Capitol news conference,
is a series of proposals to smooth the transfer of farmland to the next generation,
preserve existing farmland, and help young farmers overcome obstacles to give them
a greater opportunity for a successful career in agriculture.
Senator Maziarz (R-C, Newfane) said, “Getting young people involved in farming
is critical to the future of our state. We need to strengthen the environment in which
tomorrow’s young farmers will work, not only for the sake of carrying on a family
tradition, but because young farmers are central to our state’s economy and our
future ability to grow crops, raise animals, and put food on our tables.”
Dean Norton, President of New York Farm Bureau said, “As the average age
of farmers grows each year, it is imperative that we encourage and promote the
development of our young farmer community. This plan is designed to not only
help young farmers that are already involved in agriculture, but to get more young
people involved in farming. New York Farm Bureau thanks the Senate Republican
Conference for their work to ensure that New York State agriculture remains the
state’s top industry.”
Young Farmers NY is in response to research that shows the average age of
New York farmers is increasing, as fewer young people pursue farming careers.
According to new data from the USDA Census of Agriculture, the average age of
New York farmers is now 57.1 years. There are two farmers aged 65 and older for
each one under age 35. This and other factors lead to farmland being lost forever to
development. About 50,000 acres of farmland were lost in New York in each of the
last five years, the federal agency reported.
Young Farmers NY addresses these problems in two ways, by helping to encourage
more young people to consider a farming career, and by reducing financial
roadblocks to starting a new agriculture business. The plan calls for a state
investment of more than $30 million.
Highlights of the Young Farmers NY program include: First, Loans, grants, and tax
credits for the sale or lease of land and equipment, as well as for new technological
innovations. Second, estate tax reforms to encourage farm preservation from
generation to generation. Third, agricultural education efforts including an
apprenticeship program, student loan forgiveness and increased funding for the inschool Future Farmers of America (FFA) program.
For more details, visit maziarz.nysenate.gov
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Marcus R. Hall
Laura L. Rutland
Susan Neidlinger
Richard Coleman
Regular Town Board meetings are held at Town Hall on the 4th
Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm
Town Clerk
Mildred M. Kramp
778-8822 #2
Fax 778-7178
Superintendent of Highways
Jon Miller
778-8844
Town Justice
2896 Transit Road
Newfane, NY 14108
Bruce M. Barnes
Scott R. Boudeman
778-9292
Fax 778-5793
Justice Court Office Hours
9:00 to Noon
Monday through Friday
Receiver of Taxes and Assessments
Judith A Meahl
778-6052
Assessor
Robert Glidden 778-8827 #4
Building Inspector Doug Nankey 778-5947 #5
Water Superintendent Mike Mills 778-8587
Waste water Treatment
Martin Enseleit/ Plant Operator 778-7131
Composting Plant
778-7807
Refuse
1-800-330-7107
Town Marina
778-5462
Water/Sewer Billing
778-8132 #6
Water/Sewer Maintenance
778-8587
Wastewater Treatment Plant
778-7131
Wastewater Treatment Plant Fax 778-6160
Dog Control Officer
Ordinance Enforcement Officer
Marshall Herrington
Jeffrey Newman, Asst.
778-8583
778-9189
www.townofnewfane.com
Farmer’s Market
Be on the lookout! A Farmer’s Market will be coming this
summer to Kenyon’s Variety Plaza, 2897 South Main Street,
a place where we will be able to purchase fresh fruits and
vegetables from our local neighborhood farmers.
Call Kevin Kenyon at 439-0961 for information on reserving
your space.
NEW RECYCLING CART PROGRAM - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
The new recycling cart program is now underway. Please refer to your guides you received by mail
from Modern as to your pick-up schedule. Additional guides are available at Town Hall if you did not
receive one or misplaced yours. If you have any questions that can not be answered below, please
call Modern at 1-800-330-7107.
Town Board Opposed to Group
Homes for Sex Offenders
The following letter was read at the February, 26, 2014 meeting and
was met with unanimous support by the Newfane Town Board.
Question: My cart arrived, but the lid won’t close tightly?
Answer: Place the cart in the sun with the lid closed and it will “mold” shut. During shipping, the lids are left open
February 26, 2014
Question: When do we begin using the carts?
Answer: Please refer to the mailer that was sent in early march to find the Week (either A or B) that you are
scheduled for and use the calendar to find the week you place your collection out.
I have been on the Town Board since 2008. My top priority
has been and will always be the protection and safety of the residents
of our town. One of my proudest moments as a board member was
when we passed a strong local law dealing with sex offenders. In my
opinion, sex offenders commit the most heinous crimes in society.
Most of these crimes are against children. These offenders not only
commit great physical harm but they also steal something that can
never be returned – a child’s innocence.
Question: Why do some people have their carts out when I do not?
Answer: Much of the savings the Town is seeing is based on reconfiguring the routes. On collection day, half
of the town will have recycling and the other half will not. The following week, recycling will get collected from
those that previously did not, and so on.
Question: These things are bulky and won’t fit in my garage.
Answer: The truth is, the footprint of these carts is the same as your current recycling bin. The only
difference is you may not be able to store these on a shelf.
Question: What do I do with my old recycling bin?
Answer: If you wish to recycle it, you may place it in your cart. Or, you are welcome to keep it and use it
around the house.
Question: What is RFID?
Answer: An RFID chip is installed in each cart for delivery assurance and maintenance. When the carts are
dropped at your house, they are “scanned” to confirm delivery at each address, which will help the town track
its assets. In time, the technology may be used to monitor habits, but that technology is currently not being
used by either the Town or its contractor (Modern).
Question: What if I don’t want to recycle?
Answer: Each parcel will be provided a cart to encourage recycling participation. Recycling is voluntary in
the town, but it is a service provided to each resident. There is no penalty if you do not wish to participate.
Question: The carts will just blow over.
Answer: These carts are rated to be stable in wind gusts up to 35mph when the lid is closed. It is common
for wind gusts to exceed this speed, so we encourage residents to be conscious of their carts on high wind
days, just as they are their garbage cans.
Question: What if I have extra recycling?
Answer: If additional recycling capacity is needed, residents may set out clear plastic bags of recyclables
next to their recycling carts. All cardboard that does not break-down to fit inside the cart, shall be placed to
the side in 3ft long by 3ft wide sections. Other large recyclable items that do not fit in the cart may also be
placed to the side of the recycling cart.
Dear Residents of Newfane,
Over the past month, a secure facility, housing developmentally
disabled, convicted sex offenders closed in Monroe County. These
offenders were classified as level 2 or 3 sex offenders. These are the
worst kind of sexual predators whose recidivism rate is extremely high.
This means they are likely to commit another act if they are set free in
society. Seven of these offenders were released to Group Homes in the
town of West Seneca. The neighbors were not given any warning and
were placed in homes that were never designed to house these type of
offenders.
Newfane has two Group Homes – one on Dale Road and
another on Lockport-Olcott Road. These homes were designed to
return developmentally disabled individuals to the community and
assimilate them to a residential situation. These homes are good – if
they are used the way they are intended.
I now call on my fellow board members to join me and
officially oppose any use of these group homes to house convicted sex
offenders. Nobody will ever convince me that sex offenders should
be allowed back into society. I would like the Town of Newfane
to officially go on record as being opposed to this latest trend of
disturbing decisions made by the Cuomo administration.
Sincerely,
Marcus R. Hall
Deputy Town Supervisor
ACT NOW:
Petitions are located at Town Hall, as well as local businesses, such
Question: Why do I have to have the “hinges facing the house” on my cart?
as Shoppe On Main, Three Sisters Bakery and Red House Music.
Answer: This is requested for the ease of collection. When the truck pulls up to your driveway, a pneumatic
arm grabs the cart and tips it over into the side of the truck, emptying all contents. When the arm places the
a short period of time) the Town may charge a fee for replacing each cart.
cart back down, the lid will shut. When the cart is placed incorrectly at the curb, the lid may not close shut
when emptied. This could cause a problem on windy days if the wind catches the lid and may tip over the cart.
Question: How do I place my cart out in the snow?
Answer: We encourage you to clear a spot to place your cart when snow is
Question: Who can I contact about missed collection?
on the ground. If you would like to place your cart in your driveway, you are
Answer: Please contact Modern Customer Service to notify them of a missed collection. They can be
welcome to, however expect you cart in the same location after it is emptied.
reached at 1-800-662-0012.
Also, you may skip a week of recycling collection if you prefer.
Question: Does the Town make any money from recycling?
Question: When can I change my cart size if it is too small or too big?
Answer: Yes. For each ton of recycling collected, the Town receives “revenue sharing”.
Answer: The Town requests you “try out” your cart for 90 days and then contact
Question: How does the Town save money from this program?
the Town Clerks office to request a change.
Answer: The Town’s reformulated Recycling collection program is designed to effectively manage rising
Question: Who is responsible for the maintenance of the carts?
costs associated with recycling collection. By collecting recyclables at an every-other-week frequency,
Answer: Residents will be responsible for routine maintenance, such as
the town cuts down its labor and maintenance costs paid for collection. Also, the town is expecting more
keeping the carts clean, removing from the streetline and storing the carts in
recycling due to the larger carts and will receive revenue from Modern for each ton collected.
a safe place. If your cart is defective or breaks, please call the Town Clerk to
Question: Can I mark my cart with my address?
report the problem and efforts will be made to fix the cart.
Answer: Each cart has a serial number intended to keep track of the containers. You are encouraged to write
Question: If I move, do I take the cart with me?
down your serial number and store it in a safe place. If you wish to mark the carts, mark the inside of the lid.
Answer: No. Do not take the cart with you when moving. They are property of
The cart is property of the Town, other than a marking inside the lid, residents may face defacing penalties if
the Town. Each cart is stamped with a serial number and equipped with an RFID
caught doing otherwise.
chip that identifies each cart to each property.
Question: Are accommodations being made for the elderly and disabled?
Question: Why aren’t we using recycling bins like other communities?
Answer: Yes. The wheeled carts are in many ways easier to roll than lifting a garbage can. If you have a
Answer: By providing a larger container for recycling, Modern can collect your
physical or mental hardship, please contact the Town Clerk’s office for assistance.
recycling cart less frequently. Also, every year more and more materials we
Question: What happens if my carts are lost or stolen? Do I pay for the replacement?
use in our homes can get recycled; therefore providing adequate capacity in
Answer: If your carts are lost/stolen or damaged, please contact the Town Clerk’s office to report your
recycling carts will soon become the norm in many communities. Lastly, Single
incident. The Town will work to drop off a replacement. Each Cart is equipped with an RFID Chip (much like a Stream recycling makes recycling easier than ever…you can put everything into
grocery store bonus card) allowing the Town to identify the address of a recovered cart. If your cart is found,
one container and take it out when it is full.
you will be notified. As far as replacement, if a pattern of abuse is identified (such as multiple replacements in
“ News from the Town Clerks’ Office”
THE FEES FOR LICENSING YOUR DOG ARE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Spayed/neutered
$ 8.50
2 .Unspayed/Unneutered
$18.50
Mickie Kramp, Town Clerk/Registrar RMC/CMC
Donna Lakes, Deputy Town Clerk
Joan Giazzon, Deputy Town Clerk
An owner or harborer of a dog found in violation of any of the provisions of this
Local Law shall be liable for all damages arising from said violation, and shall be
subject to a fine of not less than Twenty-five ($25.00) dollars.
PETS
Please contact the Town Clerk’s Office 716-778-8822 #2
By order of Dog Enforcement/Town Clerk
Questions regarding Dog Licenses please contact Town Clerk’s Office.
Please direct all other questions, concerns or issues regarding dogs to our Dog
Control Officers
MARSHALL HERRINGTON
JEFFREY NEWMAN
778-8583
778-9189
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DOG LICENSE APPLICATION FOR UNLICENSED DOGS or OVERDUE
LICENSE
List additional dogs on a separate sheet of paper
FREE RABIES IMMUNIZATION CLINICS 2014
Owner’s Name: ________________________ Signature:____________________
.
The Niagara County Department of Health in cooperation with the Niagara
County Veterinary Society will hold FIVE Free Rabies Immunization Clinics in
2014
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Address: _______________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________ Email: __________________________
Number of Dogs to be licensed: ________________________________________
FOR DIRECTIONS call the specific clinic site
Dog’s Name: _________________________ Dog’s Breed: _________________
FOR ANY OTHER CLINIC RELATED QUESTIONS call 439-7511
Dog’s Age: _____ Dog’s Gender: __________ Spayed/Neutered: Yes___ No ___
Saturday, April 12
Town of Somerset Highway Garage
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
8700 Haight Road, Town of Somerset
795-3575
Dog’s Color(s): ________________ Tattoos or Markings ____________________
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ATTENTION ALL PET OWNERS: Dogs licenses are renewed annually in the
Town of Newfane. You can renew in person, by mail, or by using the drop box
located on the north side of the building to the right of the double glass doors. The
Dog License Renewals are mailed from the Town Clerk’s Office to the last mailing
address provided. If any of your information has changed it is important that you
provide those changes to the Town Clerk’s Office. It is also important to secure the
ID tag on your pet’s collar. In the event that your pet should wander away without
this means of ID you may not be reunited again, simply because you were not able to
be located. If you love your pets, please take this step in ensuring their safe return.
Sadly, lost pets are a very common occurrence. Additionally, please be certain that
the Town Clerk’s office has your “CORRECT TELEPHONE NUMBER/CELL”
allowing us to contact you. Thank you!
Saturday, June 14
Hyde Park – Oasis/Centennial Pavillion
(behind Ice Arena)
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
911 Robbins Drive, City of Niagara Falls
286-4940
Saturday, July 12
Town of Wilson Highway Garage
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
3356 Wilson-Cambria Road, Town of Wilson
751-6704
Saturday, September 20 Town of Lockport Highway Department
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
6560 Dysinger Road, Town of Lockport
439-9524
“FREE FISHING DAYS” June 28-29, 2014.
During the last weekend
in June anyone can fish the waters of New York State and no license is required!! It’s
the perfect time to enjoy fishing with family or friends.
Saturday, December 6
City of North Tonawanda – Public Works
Department
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
758 Erie Avenue, City of North Tonawanda
695-8585
“Opening day of Shotgun Season” in the Southern Zone will be
Saturday, November 15, 2014.
All Animals must be properly restrained. Cats & Ferrets must be in a box or
carrier. Dogs must be leashed.
NEW YORK STATE DEC UPDATE: The Department of Environmental
Conservation has made changes to license fees and packages that hunters purchase
for the sport season. Combination License packages such as the Sportsman, Super
Sportsman, etc., are no longer available. Please see the new price list for current
fees. They have also changed their internet softwear and provider. We have found
that this new program is taking significantly longer to process license sales. Your
patience during the busy hunting sale season will greatly be appreciated.
Volunteers are welcomed. Please call 439-7511 if interested.
It is requested that anyone bringing more than six animals to one clinic contact
the Niagara County Department of Health at 439-7511 up to one week prior to
the clinic so paperwork can be processed more efficiently.
ATTENTION ALL NIAGARA
COUNTY VETERANS:
ATTENTION DOG OWNERS!!
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NEWFANE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE
2737 MAIN STREET
NEWFANE, NEW YORK 14108
The Town of Newfane will be continuing the mail-in dog enumeration (census) as
required by Article 7 of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law, any dog 4
months of age or older must be licensed in the Local Town where they are sheltered.
Please fill out the form below and return it with the appropriate information:
1. Current rabies certificate from Veterinarian
2. Spayed or neutered certificate from Veterinarian
3. Check payable to Newfane Town Clerk
If you would like information about the “Thank
A Vet” Discount Program you can contact
the Niagara County Clerk’s Office 439-7022.
The Niagara County Veterans Service Agency
has been meeting one on one with veterans
interested in finding out if they are receiving all the benefits that they
are entitled to receive. If you would like more information please
contact them at 438-4090.
Supervisor (continued from page 1)
again that these two surgeons are hurting Lockport Hospital, and instead of trying
to work with them and their ideas, the Board of Directors have allowed Ms. Haar to
mission of this magnitude, could possibly take us both
down. Over the next few years, Lockport Hospital came spend $3,000,000 to transform the facility out on S. Transit Rd. to directly compete
with them. In my opinion, this is strictly out of revenge. This facility will not bring any
back to life, and both Hospitals appeared to be doing
well. Then, at some point, the Board of Directors of both new patients into Lockport Hospital, nor does it provide for ambulance service. Ms.
Haar told us at a meeting with the Supervisors and your Mayor, that this was built to
hospitals merged. A couple of years ago, the board
capture patients that would go to Buffalo !!! Think about it !!! It is a pretty hard pill for
made the decision to physically merge both hospitals
us to swallow, to watch her be allowed to spend this $3,000,000 while trying to close
into one, now known as “Eastern Niagara Hospitals”.
our Hospital. These are only a couple items that I know.
Over the past few years, the CEO, Clare Haar, has been
Newfane Hospital has saved many lives, including mine, children and adults alike
allowed to make some horrible, irresponsible financial
and has served the Emergency medical personnel and our residents very proudly.
decisions. First, she convinced the board of Directors
Now it’s time to help them.
to acquire the Newfane Health Facility. This facility was
purchased at a cost of $ 750,000 and today it is in a
I know that the morale among the Doctors, Nurses, Aides, etc. is at an all time low,
deteriorating mode and is losing $700,000 a year. The
like I have never seen. I am sure it is difficult to recruit new Doctors, Surgeons,
hospital does not have a clue as to how to properly run a Specialist, etc. into the very, deteriorated atmosphere that exists at “EASTERN
Nursing Home, and should NEVER been allowed to take NIAGARA HOSPITAL”
on this facility. The next item, about three years ago, Ms.
Haar, had her staff write and prepare a grant application Think about this, if you let Newfane close, Lockport will be left with a Nursing
Home losing $700,000 a year, a vacant Hospital, 200 unemployed people and a
for $7,000,000 to NY State,” HEAL grant”, to be used
$3,000,000 clinic that does nothing for your hospital. How much longer do you think
to renovate the Maternity Ward and patient rooms at
Lockport will last ?? Not long, I guarantee it. We became ONE when we merged,
Newfane, with the support of local political leaders and
and we Helped Lockport in time of need, now we are asking for your help. We never
Senator George Maziarz, the grant was awarded to
thought we would be fighting our own people to stay open. When both Hospitals are
Eastern Niagara Newfane. The Maternity Ward was
renovated and a wing of rooms updated to make mothers closed, Ms. Harr will go back to Buffalo, and probably get a new job, and where will
we be. Left with no emergency facilities in central Niagara County. There needs to
and patients more comfortable, six (6) months later Ms.
be a change in management and we need it NOW !!! Make the Board of Directors
Haar closed the Maternity Ward, and the rooms have
never been used. This leaves a pretty sour taste with the wake up and do the right thing !!! Thank you for listening !!!!
State, and local officials who worked for and supported
Timothy Horanburg
this grant effort, and then she say that the State and
Supervisor
others won’t help, would you ??? This grant could have, Town of Newfane
and should have been written to improve the facilities
at Newfane, that would attract more surgeons, Doctors,
etc. to our area, by doing such things as modernizing the
Surgical facility, physical therapy, x-ray areas, etc. but no,
Marty Enseleit
she basically put $7,000,000 in the garbage.
Wastewater Treatment Plant
A few years back, they acquired land and constructed a new For 2014, the Town of Newfane has made several improvements at the Wastewater Treatment
medical facility building that opened in Wrights Corners,
Plant. The gas chlorination system used for disinfection since 1977 was replaced by the safer,
the Founders Clinic and then added a migrant clinic. This
liquid sodium hypochlorite system. The use of liquid and the new lower limits imposed by DEC
clinic seemed to be doing well, then it was abruptly closed.
have resulted in a reduction of chemical costs.
Maybe for reasonable reasons, I don’t know, but, what kind
Also, the ferric chloride tank that has been in
of financial loss did this bring to the hospital.
place since 1977, was replaced with a newer,
Now, due to a conflict with two Doctors, who are trying
smaller tank and two new, more efficient chemical
to open and operate a specialized medical facility just
down the street from Lockport hospital; I have to tell you pumps. The ferric chloride is used in the aeration
tanks to settle solids and clarify the water, as
that I certainly don’t pretend to know much about the
medical field and profession, I can tell you that whatever well as to remove phosphorus and so prevent
they are doing has irritated Ms. Haar, and in my opinion, excessive algae bloom in the Lake. Finally, the
old sludge belt press, in service since 1994, and
whatever they are doing, should have been thought
of by Ms. Haar long before they did, but now that she
was replaced Sodium Hypochlorite tank installed in early 2013
plagued with corroding frame work,
didn’t, there is a dispute going on that we are going to
in the summer of 2013. A smaller belt unit was
pay dearly for. Now, she has convinced the board once
installed in little more than a month. The new press is more efficient and is faster to operate, but
COOKING WITH THE CLERK’S
Sweet Baby Ray’s Crock Pot Chicken
4-6 Chicken Breast
1 btl Sweet Baby Ray’s Sauce
¼ cup vinegar
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
Mix everything but chicken
Place chicken in crock pot
Pour sauce mixture over chicken
Cook on low 4-6 hours
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
Sometimes we are so busy adding up our troubles that we forget
to count our blessings.
still produces a very good quality product that is still sent to the Composting Facility.
New Ferric Chloride tank installed.
36 year old Ferric Chloride tank removed.
Miller Hose Fire Company
Fire Chief Gary Snyder
EMS, fire police, ladies auxiliary, junior firefighter or administration.
President James Enderton
Hopefully by the time this newsletter is distributed we will be enjoying
some warm weather. It has certainly been a long, cold and snowy
winter. However it was not a slow time for the fire company as to date,
the company has responded to approximately 150 EMS and fire calls
since the end of December.
A high point of the past months was the Miller Hose Company’s
103rd Installation of Officers on January 25, 2014. The program was
dedication along with a moment of silence for two of our brother
firemen that passed away in 2013. Those fireman being Richard
Hudson and Gary Wemple having 57 and 46 years respectively of
service to Miller Hose and the Town of Newfane. The families of
both honored past members were presented with flower centerpieces
and words of thanks for their deceased member’s service. Our Master
of Ceremonies Sheriff James Voutour called upon Installing Officer
Jeffery Dewart, Area 3 Fire Coordinator to administer the Oath of
Office to the elected members. Elected to lead the company in 2014
were President, James Enderton, Fire Chief, Gary Snyder, Ladies
Auxiliary President, Nicole Snyder, Jr. Firefighters President Cierra
Snyder, EMS Captain Kevin Baker and Exempts President Carlton
Greenwald.
Pictured L - R
Gary Snyder, Fire Chief; James Enderton, President; Nicole Snyder, Auxiliary
President; Cierra Snyder, Jr. Firefighter President; Kevin Baker, EMS Captain
The month of May we will be conducting our annual fund drive with
letters being sent to the residents of our fire district. Funds collected
will be utilized to upgrade our EMS and firefighting equipment.
Coming in June will be the 11th Annual Father’s Day Car Show.
Hopefully no rain will be in the forecast for that day.
The company is also planning on creating a Memorial Garden that
will be dedicated to all past members. A feature of the Garden will
be bricks with a member’s engraved name. Bricks may be purchased
for $50 which includes the purchase, engraving, and installation. It
should be noted that this is not a fund raiser. If you are interested in
purchasing a brick to be engraved with a loved ones name, forms are
available at the firehall or on line at Millerhose.com.
Chief Snyder reported on the 163 fire alarms received for the year.
Awards were presented to the top 10 responders. Firefighter Nick
Kazuba led the list with 98 responses. The fire officers also presented
4 members with their yellow smokedivers helmets that signifies the
successful completion of the State’s 27 hour Firefighter 2 course.
Receiving their helmets were Nick Kazuba, Shawn Foti, Megan
Snyder, and Melissa Kroe. Chief Snyder also recognized all the
members that completed NYS training courses during 2013. This
represented approximately 600 hours of classroom and hands on
training completed by the members.
All the members of Miller Hose wish to thank the residents of the
Town of Newfane for their generous support of our efforts.
535-7100
Amanda Vincek
EMS Captain Kevin Baker reported on the 654 EMS calls for 2013.
Awards were presented to the top 10 EMS responders with Edward
Eifert having the highest number of responses with 359.
is back in Newfane doing
hair and much more at
SHEAR PERFECTION
2695 Maple Ave., Newfane
Years of service awards were presented to Rick Coleman and Rich
Rutland with 35 years, Clark Dunkleberger(25), John King(10) and
Jake Harris(5) years.
Five new members were added to the roster of Miller Hose. Joining
the ranks were Christie Cockayne, Gregory Dunning, Jessica Koeppen,
Marrisa Morford and Jessica Rafferty.
Amanda Vincek has been in the industry 10 years now.
Her prices are family friendly and has flexible hours to
meet your needs!
Invited guests included members of the Hudson and Wemple families
along with dignitaries from the State, County and Town of Newfane.
Representatives of our Area 3 brother fire companies Barker, Hartland,
Olcott, South Wilson, Wilson and Wrights Corners were also in
attendance.
Haircuts: Men—$15, Women—$25, Children 0-12 $12
Eyebrow waxing-$10
Root Coloring $35, All over coloring $45 & up
Hi-lites range from $35-$85
Perm $70, Spiral perms $85
Conditioning treatments $15
A busy schedule of events is coming up for the fire company starting
with the $10000 Money Raffle on April 5th. Tickets are available
from any Miller Hose fireman or by calling 983-1347. Ticket cost
is $100 with only 350 tickets being sold. Chance of winning cash
prizes of $10000, $3000, $2000, $1000(2), $500(2), $125(28) is 1 in
10 odds. The ticket includes admission for 2 people, food and liquid
refreshments. A large basket raffle and side raffles will also be offered.
New to Amanda’s services are pedicures!! Come enjoy a relaxing
pedicure in your own private room. With a jet tub and massaging chair
$20 express or $35 for the full experience!
Prom is right around the corner! Amanda’s up-dos are beautiful,
prices range between $25—$50 depending on how intricate they are!!
Bridal Party Packages
On April 26th in conjunction with the State wide RECUIT 2014
Program, Miller Hose will hold a recruitment drive and open house
from 10am to 1pm at the fire hall. This would be a good time to stop
in and ask question about becoming a volunteer. A wide range of
positions are incorporated in the organization ranging from firefighter,
New this year for brides is a lovely bridal package with Amanda Vincek
and Katelyn Branca as your make up artist! This dynamic duo is willing
to travel to your home or wedding destination to make your special day
easy. Bridal parties can get discounts on more than 5 up-dos! Prices
vary also depending on how intricate!!!
Please call 535-7100 to schedule any and all future hair appointments.
“From Legislator Syracuse”
Full of More Holes Than the SAFE Act
It’s always a pleasure to update my neighbors about what’s going on in county and state
government. I try to keep my remarks focused on one significant topic, but today I’m going to
bounce around a bit:
SAFE Act Update
In what was certainly the most anticipated court decision of the New Year, federal Judge William
Skretny offered up a mixed bag where the SAFE Act was concerned. Like many of you, I
continue to maintain this bad law, rammed through under cover of darkness, is unconstitutional
because, well, the Constitution is pretty clear where it says “the right of the people to keep and
bear arms shall not be infringed.”
Judge Skretny did, rightly, strike down the seven-round restriction on magazines as
unconstitutional, and also struck down a misspelled ban on muzzle brakes, as well as a strange
regulation of pistols that are “versions of automatic weapons.”
The conclusion of Judge Skretny’s ruling, page 56 of 57, reads as follows:
“Our Constitution is designed to maximize individual freedoms within a framework of ordered
liberty. Kolender v.Lawson, 461 U.S.352, 357, 103 S Ct. 1855, 1858, 75 L. Ed. 2d 903 (1983). In
Heller and McDonald, the Supreme Court found that the right to ‘keep and bear arms,’ enshrined
in the Second Amendment, was among those individual freedoms. But the Court also noted
that the right was not unlimited. Drawing from post-Heller rulings that have begun to settle the
vast ‘terra incognita’ left by the Supreme Court, this Court finds that the challenged provisions
of the SAFE Act—including the Act’s definition and regulation of assault weapons and its ban
on large-capacity magazines—further the state’s important interest in public safety, and do
not impermissibly infringe on…Second Amendment rights. But, the seven-round limit fails the
relevant test because the purported link between the ban and the State’s interest is tenuous,
strained, and unsupported in the record.”
To most of us, Judge Skretny’s ruling begs the question that if he found seven rounds to be
“tenuous, strained and unsupported,” how can a 10-round capacity not be ruled in the same
way? I’m hopeful that question will be revisited by a higher court—and soon.
Other parts of Judge Skretny’s ruling were, frankly, bitter vindication for those of us opposing
the SAFE Act. Skretny struck down a ban on muzzle brakes—not because it was unnecessary
or unconstitutional, but because the law banned “muzzle breaks.” The anti-Second Amendment
bureaucrats who wrote the law apparently weren’t familiar enough with firearms terminology, and
banned something that doesn’t even exist.
I guess that is what happens when laws get passed—literally—in the dark of night. Perhaps the most bitterly disappointing aspect of Judge Skretny’s ruling was his decision to
uphold new restrictions on ammunition sales. Even more than the restrictions on firearms
ownership and the laughable gun registry requirements, this aspect of the law showed how far
Governor Cuomo and Mayor Bloomberg were willing to go to intrude in the lives of law-abiding
New Yorkers. Along the way, they have also managed to destroy the lives of thousands of New
York families.
Remington is on their way out of New York State and on their way to Alabama because of the
SAFE Act. New York will lose one of the nation’s premiere arms manufacturing plants—and
thousands of our neighbors in Central
New York will lose their jobs—because of
one bad law and one politician’s naked
ambition.
The SAFE Act is far from settled. The New
York Rifle and Pistol Association (NYRPA)
has filed an appeal. The NYSRPA has also
issued a 16-page critique of the ruling. If
you wish to review either Judge Skretny’s
ruling, NYSRPA appeal or critique, these
can be found on their website. A quick look
at their site will also give you the latest on
the progress. If you need help finding these,
email me at newfanechiro@verizon.net.
As of March 7, NYRPA reports that
Appellant briefs and their replies should
be done by mid-August. Settlement
conferences could occur before August,
but most likely oral arguments will be heard
in the 2nd Circuit near the end of 2014.
In the meantime, we all must hang in there. We must cast our votes this fall, and not
forget that the Constitution is worth fighting
for. I’ve talked to a lot of you this winter, and I know the frustration we all feel with the condition
of roads throughout Western New York. Our roads have taken a beating in this weather, and
potholes seemingly are everywhere.
I want you to know that, as soon as we have sustained warm weather, the county’s Public
Works Department will be out repaving, resurfacing, and repairing a number of roads. At
my direction as the new chairman of the Public Works Committee, the DPW has prioritized
sections of Charlotteville, Ide, Wilson Burt and Hess Roads for repair, as well as several
other key county roads that have deteriorated badly this winter. However, if you have noticed
pot holes that require an immediate response, please do not hesitate to call our county
highway department at 439-7360.
Summer’s Coming…Get In Line Online
We all enjoy summer immensely around here, and take pride in fantastic outdoor venues.
Krull Park is surely the jewel of the Niagara County Parks system.
I’m pleased to announce that Niagara County’s park shelter reservation system is now
online at www.niagaracounty.com/parks. For a $3 convenience fee, plus rental costs, you
can rent great park shelters for your family party or office barbecue.
We wanted to provide flexibility for the public in making reservations, while increasing overall
efficiency. Our new reservation system will be user friendly, and available to anyone with
Internet access on their computer, tablet, or mobile phone. We will also continue taking
reservations at our Parks office and by phone.
The parks currently available for online reservations are:
• Oppenheim Park, Wheatfield
• West Canal Marina, North Tonawanda
• The Royalton Ravine, Gasport
• Krull Park, Olcott
The county’s parks system includes both large and small shelters, as well as the extra-large
Lions shelter at Krull Park. Daily shelter rates are:
• Small shelter (seats up to 35 people) $35
• Large shelter (seats up to 75 people) $50
• Lions shelter (#20 Krull Park only) $75
Reservations can also be made in the Parks office, located at 59 Park Ave., 2nd floor,
Lockport, with cash, money order, or credit card payment required at time of reservation.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reservations can also be made by telephone at (716) 439-7951 during office hours.
Telephone reservations are by credit card only.
…Lastly, I want to congratulate 2 star student-athletes from our Newfane area. The first is
Nate Martin, son of Tom and Anne Martin, on Nate’s outstanding accomplishment on the
wrestling mat. Nate finished 3rd in the New York State High School Wrestling Championship
held in Albany a few weeks ago. Then there was Tyler William Hill, son of Donna and Rob
Hill. Tyler, a senior at St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute, closed out his stellar high school
football career by signing a letter of intent to play at the University of Cincinnati. Way to go
guys! God’s light shines through these young men. 2990 Lockport Olcott Rd
Newfane, NY 14108
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716-778-8500
The Brookside’s team is excited to bring a quality facility to Newfane
and be a part of everyone’s parties and special events. Please keep
us in mind for your shower, wedding, birthday bash and any other
reason you can think of to celebrate. Give us a call and one of our
experienced staff can help plan your special event.
Call us to schedule your event!
NEWFANE AMERICAN LEGION
new issues and they can be taken home, thanks to the Times.
THE VETERANS PAGE by Paul Leader, Legion Post 873 Commander
MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE: MAY 26, 2014
CORWIN CEMETERY - 11:00AM
Newfane’s Outstanding Adult and Youth for 2014.
Donna Lakes is the 2014 Adult of the Year by Newfane’s American Legion.
The basic requirement is for an adult
to have positively contributed to the
community youth, and that is what Donna
does. Whether it is supporting high
school sports after her own boys have
graduated, spending so much time to
where the kids call her “Mama Lakes” to
tackling the school district problems as a
member of the school board. Donna is for
the youth of Newfane. She drives them
around, always trying to raise funds so
2013 photos of The Four Chaplains Saga presented by the pastors of local
the teams can purchase items needed
that are not on the budget. Cheering them churches and narrated by Jason Mollica.
on, win or lose. Mama Lakes is there.
In the past, Donna has volunteered years
of service with the Equistar Therapeutic
Riding Stables, volunteer coach for summer soccer, serving with the Niagara
County Sheriff’s Dept. Mounted Patrol, plus helping with the high school
football and wrestling teams.
As her friend Janet Enderton who nominated her says, “Donna Lakes is genuine,
has a big heart, and would do anything for anyone who needed her help.
Caroline Connolly was nominated as 2014’s Youth of the Year by Cynthia
Ames as being a youth who has set a
positive example within her community
through her involvement, activities and
accomplishment in school, church and
community organizations.
Working with the Girl Scouts doing
community projects, not only for her own
badges but to help other girls working on
theirs, working together for the good of the
community. Going to Buffalo’s Woman’s
and Children’s Hospital spending time with
the hospitalized kids, cheering them up
and entertaining them is a high point of her
volunteerism.
Caroline worked with her church as they
boxed food and gifts for needy families, teaching vacation Bible school, and
helping younger kids sing during Mass.
At school, Caroline is in the Mentoring Program for incoming freshmen, a
member of the Newfane PTSA, sports, musicals, and a class officer. At the
top of her class, Caroline’s goal is to serve others as a surgeon specializing in
children’s medicine.
Student dressed as soldiers dancing with their sweethearts to “I’ll be seeing
you’” sung by Pete Robinson accompanied by Carole Jonathan and James
Sansone on stage at the USO, WW2 style.
This year, were asking for all veterans to wear their medals and ribbons to the
Observance.
Remember to donate and receive a poppy for Memorial Day from the Newfane
American Legion Auxiliary. Your donation helps both vets in VA hospitals who
assemble them for pocket money and the Auxiliary which uses the donations
for their veteran’s causes.
Main Street gardens:
The flags you will see in the small gardens along Main Street are in memory
of PFC. Christopher Heinz. The Legion membership voted to honor Chris in
this way as a daily reminder, that whether at war or in training, our service
members lives are at risk.
The American Legion and Auxiliary will be providing a reception at the
Newfane Community center on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 7:00 pm to honor
these outstanding ladies from our community.
Newfane Veteran’s Memorial Park will soon become a reality. Do we want
benches, a large or small memorial stone, memorial bricks, a history lesson?
These are all questions the commission is contemplating. One of the things we
must think about is creating a memorial park that people will want to come to
and visit.
Remember, Honor and Teach. Putting together a Veteran’s Memorial should
involve all three. We are to remember those who sacrificed, honor those who
served, and teach our children that none of our freedoms were free.
Military Retirees: Want to know the latest on your benefits and what our
government is trying to take away from you. Check out the latest Army,
Marine, Navy and Air Force Times at our local library. Each week they get
Last years American and POW flag at the Corwin Cemetery were donated
by Diversified Manufacturing, Inc. located in Lockport. The family of Master
Sergeant Charles “ Pete “ Metzler is sponsoring the flags in his memory for
2014.
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Question: If the Newfane American Legion were to turn in its charter and
cease to exist, will the town of Newfane miss it?
Will someone say, “how come something isn’t happening on Memorial Day,
or there’s no color guard at the parade, or where are the flags decorating
the graves of the veterans at the cemetery. Who is teaching the kids
Americanism? No one is there to honor my dad at his graveside. What
happened to the Legion? Boys and Girls State. Distributing flags to the kids at
the July Fourth Parade. Will you miss these activities?
Who knows what your answer will be, but the answer is that all war time vets
should join an active veteran’s service organization to keep all these programs
going and it is your chance to keep on serving your community, your country,
and your fellow veterans. Girls and Boys State 2014 Citizens are Haleigh Seeloff and Trevor Noon.
Girls and Boys State is a program designed and run by the American Legion as
an objective citizenship training program, which instills individual responsibility
to the community, state and nation. It is operated on a two party system on the
basis of the political government organization as it exists in New York State at
all levels from local municipalities to the State. Each Legion Post and Auxiliary
Unit is allocated one boy and girl per Post.
Aerators. Leaf blowers. Rototillers.
Breeze through lawn care and gardening
projects with professional-quality tools
and expert advice.
Military Honors were provided for twelve Niagara County veterans since
our Winter Newsletter printing. Remember, if you served under honorable
conditions, you deserve Military Honors by a two man active military detail
to fold your flag, Taps played and a rifle salute. The rifle salute and Taps are
usually conducted by your local veterans post. You must request this in your
interview with your funeral director.
WANTED: men and woman for color guard and Military Honors detail. If interested,
call 471-0382 or email at newfanelegion.yahoo.com. The Color Guard marches
in our parades and the Military Honors is certified to do all veterans funerals. You
need to be over 21 and a veteran with an honorable discharge.
Did You Know? The youngest US serviceman was 12 year old Calvin Graham,
USN during WW2. He was wounded and given a Dishonorable Discharge for lying
about his age. His benefits were later restored by act of Congress.
New paintings on exhibit at Shoppe on Main
FYI...
The Defense Department officials say scammers are trying to get information
and passwords from Army civilians, soldiers, retirees and family members. The
scam involves a website called “My Army Benefits,” which is nearly identical to
the Army’s official website called “MyArmyBenefits.”
On Friday, May 16 from
6pm-8pm. Shoppe On Main
will be presenting the two
most recent oil paintings by
local artist, Geoffrey Harding. A Newfane native,
Geoff has long been
fascinated by the lore of the
Woodland Indian. Harding
has been drawing and painting since since he was very
young. As a self motivated artist, he has developed a very unique style
which manifests itself in the use of pencil, acrylic, water color and oil.
Geoff paintings have long been sought after for the covers of books
and magazines.
Geoff Harding has been showing
and selling at Shoppe On Main
since 2004, when the shop first
opened. It is our pleasure to be
able to present these new pieces
of art, painted by one of our own
townspeople. Shoppe On Main is
located at 2714 Main St, Newfane.
The public is welcome and the
event is free of charge.
The two pieces here are, as of
now, unnamed. Stop in and see
these paintings in full color.
The primary purpose of the fraudulent site is to collect soldiers’ Army Knowledge
Online, or AKO, email accounts and passwords, officials said. It also makes
the false claim that the U.S. military has granted access to unclaimed and
accumulated benefits for active duty soldiers, and that benefits not claimed
within the specific period will be available for claims after 60 months, according
to information released by the Department of Defense. Soldiers, Army civilians,
retirees and family members are strongly cautioned to ignore the website, do
not log into the website and to immediately delete suspicious emails without
answering them. If you have accessed the website from a government computer
or system, you should contact your local information assurance office.
Home School students learn about veterans and folding the American flag on
Veteran’s Day at the
Grace Bible Church. The
students who folded the
flag successfully received
certificates and “Our
Country’s Flag” comic
books. The Post is willing
to speak to any school
classes on Veteran’s and
our flag. Just call or email
the post at 471-0382
or newfanelegion@
yahoo.com.
Local Artist, Geoffrey Harding
Shouts from the Supervisor’s Office
Check It Out………. Visit us at townofnewfane.com. There is a great
amount of information available for everyone.
The Town of Newfane is now hiring lifeguards for Olcott Beach
for the 2014 summer season.
Applicants must have lifeguard certification. These certifications are
available through American Red Cross and the YMCA.
Apply in person at Town Hall or call Kristie at 778-8531 #3.
Any questions, call Laura Rutland at 807-1104.
Applications are also available on the Town website TownofNewfane.com
Newfane Business Association – So many of our events are
sponsored by this group. Please be sure to keep your purchases
local by supporting the members involved. It only makes sense and
this helps everyone out. Visitor Guides – Please stop by Town Hall anytime to pick up one of
our 2014 Visitor Guides for a complete listing of community events.
The Community Room – Need a meeting place? The Newfane
Community Room is available for one time use to non-profit
organizations. Please contact the Supervisor’s Office to make your
reservation. Dates are filling fast!
Town Yard Sale - The Town of Newfane Yard Sale will be held on
Friday, June 6th and Saturday, June 7th. If you would like to be listed
on the Town Yard Sale map, please come to the Supervisor’s Office to
sign up by May 22nd! Yard Sale maps will be available during the week
of May 29th at Town Hall and various business locations around town. Newfane Kid’s Fishing Derby – Saturday, June 28, 2014 8 A.M. to
Noon at the Olcott Harbor , Eighteen Mile Creek, Fisherman’s Park
and Burt Dam. No Fishing License Needed! For more information see
Upcoming Events on pages 12 -13
Town Hall Closed
• April 18, 2014 for Good Friday
• May 26, 2014 for Memorial Day
• July 4, 2014 for Independence Day
Newfane Lions Club Peace Poster Contest Winners
L to R Alexia Littman, Erica Flagler, and Emily Foltz
Newfane Lions Club
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 12
10:00 am
ages 1 - 10
Newfane Middle School Grounds
Raindate - Saturday April 19 at 10:00 am
Newfane Lions
Easter Breakfast
Brookside Banquet Hall
2990 Lockport Olcott Rd
April 6
8 am to Noon
All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet
including scrambled eggs, ham, sausage,
egg bagel sandwiches, home fries, pancakes, french toast, breakfast pastries,
coffee and juice
Newfane Community Neighborhood Watch Schedule of Events
April 16th 7-8:30 pm Monthly Meeting at Town Hall Community Center
April 26th 11:00 am until 4:00 pm “Spring Fling:” Vendor and Craft Fair with a light lunch available for a minimal cost. Chinese
Auction. Held at Faith Lutheran Church, 2730 Transit Road, Newfane presented by “NCNW”
May 21st 7-8:30 pm Monthly Meeting at Town Hall Community Center
June 6th and 7th Annual Town Yard Sale: Rain or Shine will be held at Faith Lutheran
Church, 2730 Transit Road, Newfane. Hosts: “NCNW”
June 18th 7-8:30 Monthly Meeting: Town Hall Community Center
June 21st “Summerfest” 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. - Outdoor Vendor/Craft
Show- Faith Lutheran Church, 2730 Transit Road, Newfane. Spaces rented to Vendors and Crafters and is an outdoor event
Hosts: “NCNW”
CASH RAFFLE TICKET SALE BEGINS: Hosted by: “NCNW”
For additional information on any of the above events or questions concerning
“NCNW” please contact: NCNW.Newfane14108@yahoo.com or visit one of the above
scheduled monthly meetings.
10
‘Ye
Olde Log Cabin’ to be Restored in Olcott’s Krull Park
A group of historic minded residents are moving ahead with plans to rebuild the Niagara
County Pioneer Association’s Log Cabin that stood in Olcott’s Pine Grove – now Krull
Park – from 1888 to 1957. Known as ‘Ye Olde Log Cabin’, the historic structure stored
pioneer artifacts and was a gathering place for Niagara’s settlement families when they
held their annual Pioneer Association outings that drew thousands to Olcott each summer
for 65 years.
Newfane Lions Club
Newfane Lions Club Dedication of New Memorial Bench at Main St.
and West Ave.
The Rev. Kim Smith dedicated the new Newfane Lions Club
Memorial Bench at corner of Main Street and West Ave. Newfane,
NY. The bench was provided by the efforts of Newfane Lions
Club and Newfane Business Association. Timothy Horanburg,
Newfane Town Supervisor and the Newfane Council approved the
placement of the bench at the Memorial Park. The project was by
the Past President Lion Richard W. Rutland.
Celebrating Niagara’s Pioneer Heritage
Olcott’s earliest days -- before its amusement park era and prior to the grand hotel and
trolley days – were most noted by the settlement and achievements of the early pioneering
families that moved to Niagara County from the east. Beginning after the War of 1812,
and with completion of the Erie Canal and later the extension of railroads, hardworking
pioneer families came to farm, seek new opportunities and form communities throughout
the region.
In the 1800s, what we now
know as Krull Park was called
the Pine Grove and was
privately owned by two
families that maintained
residences and summer cottages
on the site; one of the owners,
the Tenbrook family, allowed
the public to use the grounds as
a picnic area. Andrew
Tenbrook became a leader
among Niagara County’s early
settlement families that together
formed the ‘Pioneer Association of Niagara County in 1877. The association’s first picnic
was held in Tenbrook’s grove in September of that year attracting 1,500 people from all
over Niagara and Orleans counties; the organization grew quickly and 5000 attended the
next year in 1878. In 1888, organizers determined that a log cabin was needed to store all
of the association’s relics and the 1888 picnic featured the dedication of the new log cabin
and drew 10,000 visitors. By 1899, when then New York Governor (later President)
L to R Lions Paul Grimble, Joe Little, Clancy Burkwit, Pam Henderson,
George Bridgeman, Dan Cushman, Denise Chadwick, Past President
Theodore Roosevelt came to Olcott to speak at the Pioneer picnic, attendance had
Richard Rutland, Laura Rutland, Paul Conrad
reached 20,000. It was said that Olcott had three great days of celebration in the
summer; Decoration Day, the Fourth of July and the Pioneer Picnic.
The Tenbrook family and adjoining property owners in and around the pine grove
sold their property to the International Railway Company (IRC) around 1898, when
The harsh winter only emboldened the 450 swimmers who participated in
the IRC began construction of the Olcott Beach Hotel and the trolley line that would
carry summer visitors to Olcott from Lockport, Niagara Falls and Buffalo. The Pioneer the 45th Olcott Polar Bear ‘Swim for Sight’ on March 2. The crowd and
Association continued to hold its picnics at the hotel pine grove and use the log cabin
number of swimmers were down from previous years, but participants did
into the 1940s. By 1937, however, trolley use succumbed to competition from the
a great job fundraising and several thousand dollars will be available for
automobile and the decaying hotel was demolished when travelers sought leisure and
Lions sight and community projects. Swimmers were exuberant wearing Tvacation opportunities beyond Olcott.
shirts designed by Newfane Middle School art students and the crowd really
It was actually influenced by leaders of the Pioneer Association that led to development
liked the Firefighter’s Chili Cook-Off, which featured Wright’s Corners Fire
of the site as a county park. The Association wanted to preserve the pine grove that
Department’s winning recipe -- and it was a combined team of Olcott and
served as the historic setting for association events for six decades, which prompted
action by the County Board of Supervisors in 1938 to approve purchasing the pine grove Miller Hose firefighters who strong-armed the Tug-of-War competition. This
year’s swim was dedicated to its well-known local founder, Mike Rann,
property from the IRC, but they learned that Frederick Krull had already purchased
whose lifetime of friendships and community spirit will endure to make the
the property and would donate it to the county for use as a park. Frederick Krull was
a well-known county political leader and banker from Niagara Falls who served as
swim one of the area’s most popular attractions. Swim sponsors, the Olcott
a President and Director of the Pioneer Association; and his father, Charles Krull,
Lions Club, share proceeds from the annual fundraiser with several Town of
was one of the founding members of the association. Frederick Krull died in 1943, a
Newfane organizations; including the Olcott Beach Carousel Park, Olcott
period when many of the second generation organizers of the Pioneer Association also
Fire Company, Eastern Niagara Hospital and improvements to Olcott’s
passed away; and this, along with the nation’s commitment to World War II, ended the
treasured Krull Park.
Pioneer Association era. Contents and artifacts in the Log Cabin were transferred to the
Niagara County and Newfane Historical Societies in 1957 and the decaying cabin was
demolished.
Olcott Lions Swim for Sight
You Can Help
Leaders of the rebuilding project are seeking input from those who have family or
other historic documents, photographs, artifacts and memories of the log cabin and
activities associated with the Pioneer era. Volunteers can help you scan documents and
photographs, so you can retain them and it is not necessary to loan or release them to
anyone. Even if articles are not available for release or donation, organizers would like
to prepare a description and reference of any artifacts or records that you or others in
your family have. Information about how the original Log Cabin was constructed is also
being sought, and the group is seeking help from those who are knowledgeable about
1880 era log structures, log cabin building and stone fireplaces. For more information or
to contact organizers, please email yeoldelogcabin@gmail.com look on Facebook at ‘Ye
Olde Log Cabin’ or leave a message at the Town of Newfane Supervisor’s Office.
Sources: Souvenir History of Niagara County, Commemorative of the 25th Anniversary
of the Pioneer Association of Niagara County, 1902
In Memorium of Frederick H. Krull by Edward T. Williams, Niagara Historian, 1943
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2014 Polar Bear Swim for Sight - Photo courtesy of adamhudsonphotos.com
L to R Daniel Brittain, Charlene Johnson, Susan Mongielo
Summer Events . . .
May 4
Scottish Highland Games
Strongman Contest
Sunday 10am to 4pm
Main St. Gazebo, Olcott
June 8 Duck Race
Sunday, 2pm, Olcott Harbor
One thousand brightly colored carnival ducks float in 18 Mile Creek, racing to the finish line.
Will your duck win? Cash grand prize along with dozens of other prizes too. Prizes drawn
Call Paul for additional information 433-6727 or visit website at Harbor Overlook on the east side of the creek. Annual event. Free admission. $2.00 duck
rentals. Sponsored by the Olcott Beach Community Assoc. and Park Place Restaurant 778www.NiagaraHAC.com
7767.
MAY 18 Apple Blossom Festival
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
West Creek Rd. at Ide Rd.
June 15 11th Annual Father’s Day Car Show
Sunday at Miller Hose Fire Hall
6161 McKee Rd., Newfane
Country Fair, featuring music, dancers, old time village displays,
crafters, vendors, civil war encampment, farm machines, museum and food. 778-7197.
Town of Newfane Historical Society.
Car registration from 9 am to Noon. Show from Noon to 5pm. Show cars pay entrance fee,
free admission and parking to show. Treat dad to a fun day along with chicken BBQ. 7994974.
May 24, 25, 26 Carousel Park Opens
June 21 Summerfest
Saturday, Sunday, Monday
Kick off the start of the season at Olcott Beach Carousel Park during Memorial Day Weekend from 12 to 6 pm.
The park will be open on Saturdays and Sundays through June
from 12 to 6 pm.
July through Labor day hours are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,
Sunday 12 - 6 pm and Saturdays 12 - 8 pm.
All Rides 25 cents each! www.olcottbeachcarouselpark.org
778-7066.
May 25 Super Sunday Car Cruise
Sunday 1 to 4 pm
Main St., Olcott
Saturday noon - 6pm
Faith Lutheran Church
Outdoor Vendor/Craft Fair. Spaces available for rent by calling 778-8488.
Outdoor event.
June 28 Town of Newfane Kids Fishing Derby
Saturday, 8 am to Noon, Olcott Harbor,
18 Mile Creek, Fishermans Park, Burt Dam
This is NYS free fishing weekend, so take your child or grandchild aged 4 to 15 fishing. No need
for a license during this event. Everyone is a winner with prizes being handed out during registration. Registration is held the day of the event at the Newfane Marina Pavilion. Life jackets
available courtesy of the Newfane Lions Club. No fishing from boats! 778-8531 & 778-5462
This lively afternoon summer cruise event will have you reminiscing of days gone by. Your favorite classic cars line Main Street with June 28, 29 New York State Free Fishing Weekend
hoods raised, and the chrome all polished. Proud owners display
Saturday and Sunday
their babies while the DJ plays tunes for all to enjoy. No entry fee for Free fishing anywhere in New York State these 2 days. No fishing license needed for resishow cars, Dash plaque givento first 100 cruise cars. 778-7767.
dents or non-residents.
May 26 Memorial Day Observance
July 3 Fireworks Over Lake Ontario
June 1
Children march in this patriotic parade with theme colors of red, white and blue. Some with their
bikes and wagons decorated, others marching to the music. American flags for all children. The parade starts at Krull Park Lakefront and ends at Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Free event. 778-7767
Monday- Corwin Cemetery, Lockport Olcott and Hatter Rds,
Thursday, 10 pm, Olcott
Newfane, 11AM
The prettiest fireworks on the lake can be best viewed from the shoreline and Krull Park.
Dress for the weather and bring your own chair. This observance
features music, re-enactments, speeches and military honors. Your Enjoy the beautiful view of boats on the lake as fireworks burst into colors overhead
presence during this event honors the veterans who in times of war
and peace stood strong in defense of the United States of America. July 4 Patriots Parade
471-0382
Friday, 12:30 pm, Olcott
Scottish Highland Games
Strongman Contest
Sunday 10am to 4pm
Main St. Gazebo, Olcott
Call Paul for additional information 433-6727 or visit website
www.NiagaraHAC.com
or 778-7066.
July 11, 12, 13 Pirate Festival
Friday 7/12, 6pm to 12 am
Saturday 7/13, 12 pm to 12 am
Sunday 7/14, 12 pm to 6 pm
Krull Park, Olcott, NY
June 7 - Sept. 6 Sat. Night Car Cruises
Saturdays 6 pm to 9 pm
Main Street, Olcott
Lots of pirate fun for the whole family! Catch your bounty of beads at the parade on saturListen to tunes from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s as you walk down
day. Come dresed in your pirate costume. Rides, food, music, car show, and live entertainMain Street lined with classic cars, hoods raised and chrome pol- ment. Free event. 778-9252.
ished. Proud owners will answer your classic car questions. Free
July 12 Pirate Festival Car Show
event! No entry fee for cruise cars. 778-7767.
Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm
Krull Park - Olcott
une 6, 7 Town Wide Yard Sale
Friday and Saturday
Yard Sale treasures can be found throughout the
community. Maps will be available at area businesses and the Tourist
Information Caboose in Olcott, showing all locations of sales. 778-8531.
2nd Annual wnycruiser.com Pirate Festival car Show. A portion of the proceeds will benefit
Olcott Fire Company. Music by DJ the Dee Jay, 50/50 raffles. Free admission for spectators. Pre-register your car for $10 or register day of show for $12. You may register online
at www.pirateautoshow.com. Awards for the top show cars. 955-0109 or 799-4974.
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July 12 & 13 Family Puppet Show
Saturday and Sunday 2:00pm
Olcott Beach Carousel Park
Bring the family and be entertained by Janice Spagnola’ Family Magic Puppet show, live on stage at the Tom Kelley Rustic
Theater. All rides are 25 cents. 778-7066
July 26, 27 Old Olcott Days
Saturday and Sunday, Noon to 5 pm
Olcott Beach Carousel Park
Step back into Olcott’s Golden Era on a free historical narrated
trolley tour or reminisce at the many exhibits. This event will also
feature the Carousel Organ Assoc. of America national band organ
rally. Other areas of historical value and interest include Images
of the Past Gallery. Be sure to enter the always popular Skee Ball
Challenge. 778-8284.
July 26, 27 National Band Organ Rally
Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 5pm
Olcott
Band Organ Rally presented by the Carousel Organ Association
of America featuring a sight and sound spectacular and over 50
instruments built in the USA, England, France, Holland and Germany.
Merry-Go-Round organs, European Fairground organs and hand
cranked Street Organs brought by collectors from as far away as
maine and Florida will delight and entertain you, playing all kinds
of music ranging from Classical to Rock and Roll and everything in
between. Come experience the “Happiest Music on Earth”. This is
a free event and part of Old Olcott Days Weekend. Organs will be
Lake Ontario Motel
Jan & Phil Toenniessen
Welcome you to view their Motel!
3330 Lockport-Olcott Road, Newfane NY 14108
716-778-5004
“Quaint 19th Century Country Barn Converted to a Modern Motel”
• Free WIFI • Free Continental Breakfast • Cable TV
• NYS Fishing License Agent
• Popular Accommodations for Families and Fishing Enthusiasts!
Our 24rd year serving the Western NY Area
www.lakeontariomotel.com
info@lakeontariomotel.com
displayed in Krull Park and throughout the Town. 825-7266
OLCOTT BEACH CONCERT SERIES 2014
Wednesday Night At The Gazebo
Olcott Beach Gazebo
(Next to Carousel Park)
Main Street, Olcott
ALL CONCERTS 2-4 PM
7pm - 9pm free concerts on Main Street. All are welcome, bring your chairs
and your friends!
July 2 Creekside Classic Country traditional country blue grass
July 9 Savannah King & Davey-O folk, jazz & soul ; pure Americana
July 16 Off The Cuff a little bit of everything done well!
July 23 Red House Band classic rock
July 30 Red House Recital starts at 6pm!
August 6 Lakeside Band rock classic & southern rock
August 13 Heenan Brothers & Bauer folk bluesy kind of Americana
August 20 Land Shark traditional rock
May 26, 2014
Mark Mazur and his Little Big Band
June 1, 2014
Me and the Boys
June 7, 2014
Heritage Brass Band
June 8, 2014
Stoll Brothers Band
June 15, 2014
Pocket Change
June 22, 2014
June 29, 2014
Minglewood
Emerald Isles
July 4, 2014
The Sophisticats
July 6 , 2014
Buffalo Banjo Band
July 13, 2014
Lancaster Steel Drum Band
July 20, 2014
Easy Street Big Band
July 27 & 28, 2014 National Band Organ Concert 12 - 5 Sat & Sunday
August 3, 2014
Riverdogs
August 10, 2014
Ken Kaufman Band
August 17, 2014
Carol McLaughlin Band
August 24, 2014
Alex Rene Swing Band
August 31, 2014
Barker Community Band
September 1, 2014 Bar Room Buzzards (Labor Day)
Mark your Calendars
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August 15 BIKE NIGHT
August 16 AUGUST FESTIVAL
Vendors interested in renting a space for the August Festival can get an
application and additional information at Wilson’s Pizzeria
National Band Organ Rally to be Held in Olcott Beach! Town of Newfane Recreation Commission
by Dan Wilke
2014 Spring Baseball and Softball Program
A Band Organ Rally presented by the Carousel Organ
Association of America will be held in Olcott on Saturday
and Sunday, July 26 & 27. This sight and sound
spectacular will feature over 50 instruments built in the
USA, England, France, Holland and Germany. Merry-GoRound organs, European Fairground organs and handcranked Street Organs brought by collectors from
as far
away as
Maine
and
Florida
will
delight
and
entertain
you,
playing
all
types of
music
ranging from Classical to Rock and Roll and everything
in between. Come and experience “The Happiest Music
On Earth!” This free event is part of the annual Old
Olcott Days weekend and will take place in Krull Park and
throughout the hamlet of Olcott from 11:00 am to 5:00 p.m.
both days. For further information contact rally organizer
Dan Wilke evenings at 716-825-7266.
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T-BALL DIVISION is for Kindergarten and First Graders. This is CO-ED
with games being played on SATURDAYS starting May 3rd and ending
June 14th . The 2nd and 3rd Grade Division is also CO-ED. These games are played
on Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting April 29th and ending June
12th.
The Boys Division will have two divisions, 4th and 5th then 6th, 7th and
8th. These games will be played on Monday and Wednesday evenings
starting April 28th and ending June 11th. The Girls Division will have two divisions 4th and 5th then 6th, 7th and
8th. These games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday evenings
starting April 29th and ending June 12th. These games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday evenings
starting April 29th and ending June 12th . All games start at 6:30 pm
with exception of T-Ball which starts at 10:00 am on Saturdays.
DEADLINE for Applications is April 7, 2014. Applications can be either
mailed to the Town Hall at 2737 Main St. Newfane , NY 14108 or
dropped off in person during normal business hours 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
The Draft for all teams will be held at the Newfane Community Center
, 2737 Main St. @ 7 pm on April 9th, 2013. Only Coaches or assistants
need to attend.
Our league provides an opportunity for recreational baseball and
softball. The success of our program depends on your willingness
to become involved. Any questions feel free to contact the BaseballSoftball Commissioner Mr. Daniel Cushman @ 778-9842.
2014 Summer Recreation Program
Recreation will start on June 30th. The last full day will be August 7th,
the last day will be August 8th with a half day. Recreation will be held at
the Elementary school, 8:30 am - 4pm. Swimming will be on tue., wed.,
and thurs. starting July 1 ending July 24 .
The fees for recreation for the entire season (excluding field trips)
1 Child $25, 2 Children $45, 3 children $70, 4 or more Children $85. All
children registered will recieve a recreation T-Shirt.
The parent meeting will be the week of the June 9th at the Newfane
Community Center. Look for information to be sent home with your child.
Lakeview Village Shops Summer Schedule
What’s Happening at Olcott Beach Carousel Park?
On The Boardwalk where 78 meets The Lake
by Rosemary Sansone, Ph.D.
Memorial Day through Labor Day
Open noon – 6pm. Sun-Thurs, noon – 8pm Fri.- Sat.
Weekends only May 1-23, and September 2-October 26
Free concerts every Sunday from 2-4pm at The Gazebo by The
Boardwalk
Olcott Beach Carousel Park (OBCP) is gearing up for its 2014
opening. This marks the twelfth season of the park’s opening.
OBCP will open Saturday, Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day
Weekend from 12 - 6 p.m. June hours will be Saturday 12 - 8 p.m.
and Sunday from 12 - 6 p.m. July through Labor Day the park will be
open 12 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday; 12
- 8 p.m. on Saturday. Since Olcott has Fireworks at 10 p.m. on July
3, the park will stay open until 9 p.m. Thanks to the many volunteers,
fundraising and donations from organizations and individuals, the
cost of each ride is still 25¢. A bargain in these times and affordable
for all families!
Nestled between Olcott’s famous fishing marina and one of Niagara
County’s most beautiful parks, you will find 14 Summer time shops
located “On The Boardwalk”, overlooking Lake Ontario.
Here is a schedule of events for the summer of 2014, sunshine or rain,
join us “On The Boardwalk”!
May 3 kicks off our Summer 2014 Season with a Grand Opening of all 14
Shops. Stop by each shop to see what they have just for you “On The
Boardwalk”!
New this year will be a Free Family
Movie night at our Tom Kelley Rustic
Theater, each Saturday evening
beginning July 14th, at 8:45 p.m. in
July and 8:30 in August -WEATHER
PERMITTING! In keeping with the
1950’s era of the park, cartoons and
movies will be vintage. Enter by the
Main St. gate.
May 4 4:30pm just bring in your appetites for our “Eating Contest”,
free Tums given out! Come find out what you get to eat “On The
Boardwalk”!
May 11 Mother’s Day Free flowers for all moms “On The Boardwalk”!
May 18th After you stop at the Apple Blossom festival, come down to The
Boardwalk for free apple dessert!
June 1 Another eating contest!!! Hopefully, all you Scottish Highlanders
will come & participate in this event!
Thanks to the efforts of volunteers Don
Dixon and Ed Sandusky, the six vintage
Skee Ball machines are getting
Volunteers: Chris Root, Brenda
refurbished and will be ready for our
and Jim Pichey
2014 opening. Another improvement
this year is a facelift for the West Ride
Shelter. Colorful maintenance free siding will be a big improvement
for the shelter.
The five vintage
kiddie rides
and the 1928
Herschell
Spillman
carousel
have been
meticulously
cared for and
maintained by
volunteer Tom
Hahn.
June 6 & 7 The town wide Yard sale continues “On The Boardwalk”!!
June 15 Father’s Day Free plant for dad “On The Boardwalk”!
June 28-29 Bring in your fishing pole and receive 10% off at each shop
“On The Boardwalk”!
July 3 Olcott Fireworks!! Fun starts at noon and goes right through until
the last rocket is launched
July 5 Kids: bring in your report card and receive a free face paint! Then
stay for a movie shown right “On The Boardwalk”!
July 12 & 13 Pirates Weekend & Balloon Fest, come in costume and
get a discount “On The Boardwalk”!
July 19 & 20 Big Band Theme “On The Boardwalk”, live music, open
microphone, bring your guitar and singing voice. This is your time to shine!
July 26 & 27 Old Olcott Days & National Band Organ Rally plan on
spending the weekend “On The Boardwalk”!
August 3 Celebrate The Riverdogs concert at the gazebo with a hotdog
special “On The Boardwalk”!
August 9 – 10 Dog of Days of Olcott bring your favorite leashed friend
for a weekend of free dog biscuits, dog performances and much more
“On The Boardwalk”!
The park is
Sean enjoys a cruise on the 1940’s boat ride.
always looking for
volunteers. Volunteers can work as many shifts as they like and
training is provided. Shifts run from 3 - 4 hours. It’s a great way to
meet new people and see old friends, and of course be rewarded
with children’s smiles! Sign up is May 7 between 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
at the Newfane Town Hall’s Community Room (2737 Main St.,
Newfane). For more information, call Rosemary at 778-7066 or Barb
at 778-8482. OBCP could also use volunteer help to get the park
ready for opening. If you can help with cleaning, painting and chores
come at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 3rd. Lunch will be provided.
August 16 After you watch the parade in Newfane and shop Main Street,
come down for free popcorn and a puppet show “On The Boardwalk”!
August 23-24 Free cotton candy “On The Boardwalk”!
October 26 Year End Sale “On The Boardwalk”!
Business Ad
1/2 page B & W $150.00
1 Color $200.00
1/4 page B & W $ 80.00
1 Color $110.00
1/8 page B & W $60.00
1 Color $85.00
Business Card B & W $35.00
1 Color $50.00
The park is also seeking students 16 years or older, who will be
enrolled in high school or college for the fall of 2014. These students
must be responsible, polite, cheerful, work well with others, and enjoy
children. Applications can be acquired at the Newfane High School
Guidance Department, the Newfane Town Supervisor’s Office at the
Newfane Town Hall, or by calling 778-7066.
Advertise your Business in our AUGUST Newsletter.
Deadline for ads is July 1, 2014. Complete the section below and
return with your ad and full payment to:
Town of Newfane, Newsletter Department
2737 Main St., Newfane, NY 14108
Make checks payable to Town of Newfane
A great deal is going on this season, including stage shows, band
concerts and festivals. Check for these dates in the calendar section
of this newsletter. See you in Olcott this year!
Name__________________________________ Phone ________
Address_______________________________________________
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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2013
Town of Newfane Water Districts
2737 Main St. Newfane, NY
Id# NY3100573, NY3100595
INTRODUCTION
To comply with State regulations, Newfane Water District will be annually issuing a report
describing the quality of your drinking water. The purpose of this report is to raise your
understanding of drinking water and awareness of the need to protect our drinking water
sources. Last year, your tap water met all State drinking water health standards. We are proud
to report that our system did not violate a maximum contaminant level or any other water
quality standard. In 2013, we conducted tests for over 100 contaminants. Less than a quarter
of the tested contaminants were detected. The NCWD is required to test for lead every three (3)
years. In 2011, 52 sites throughout the NCWD were tested for lead. The 90th percentile level of
lead detected, 6.4 µg/L, was below the regulatory limit of 15.0µg/L; however, lead was found at
a level higher than the action level (AL) recommended by the State at two (2) of 52 sites tested.
This report provides an overview of last year’s water quality. Included are details about where
your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to State standards.
If you have any questions about this report or concerning your drinking water, please contact
Timothy R Horanburg, Town Supervisor, at (716) 778-8531. We want you to be informed about
your drinking water. If you want to learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled
town board meetings at 2737 Main St., Newfane, New York. The board meetings are held on
the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7pm.
WHERE DOES OUR WATER COME FROM?
In general, the sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes,
streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or
through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive
material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human
activities. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: microbial contaminants;
inorganic contaminants; pesticides and herbicides; organic chemical contaminants; and
radioactive contaminants. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the State and the
EPA prescribe regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by
public water systems. The State Health Department’s and the FDA’s regulations establish limits
for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
Our water source is located in the west branch of the Niagara River. The water quality is
considered excellent. During 2012, our system did not experience any restriction of our
water source. The treatment plant uses pre-chlorination, coagulation, rapid mix, flocculation,
sedimentation, and filtration processes to ensure the quality of the water. The NCWD also
uses chlorination for disinfection. Active carbon is used to improve the “taste” of water at the
raw water pump station on Grand Island. The water treatment plant has been approved as a
direct filtration plant; however, water is treated using conventional filtration including all of
the processes described above. In addition, fluoride and a corrosion inhibitor are added to the
potable water prior to distribution.
The New York State Department of Health recently completed a draft Source Water Assessment
of the supplies raw water source under the States Source Water Assessment Program (SWAP).
The purpose of this program is to compile, organize, and evaluate information regarding possible
and actual threats to the quality of public water supply (PWS) sources. It is important to note
that source water assessment reports estimate the potential for untreated drinking water sources
to be impacted by contamination. These reports do not address the safety or quality of treated
finished potable tap water. The Great Lakes’ watershed is exceptionally large and too big for
a detailed evaluation in the SWAP. General drinking water concerns for public water supplies
which use these sources include: storm generated turbidity, wastewater, toxic sediments,
shipping related spills, and problems associated with exotic species (e.g. zebra mussels – intake
clogging and taste and odor problems). The SWAP is based on the analysis of the contaminant
inventory compiled for the drainage area deemed most likely to impact drinking water quality
at this public water supply raw water intake. This assessment found an elevated susceptibility
to contamination for this source of drinking water. The amount of agricultural lands in the
assessment area results in elevated potential for protozoa and pesticides contamination. There
is also a high density of sanitary wastewater discharges, which results in elevated susceptibility
for numerous contaminant categories. Non-sanitary wastewater could also impact source water
quality. There is also noteworthy contamination susceptibility associated with other discrete
contaminant sources, and these facility types include: Mines and Resources Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA) facilities. If you have any questions about the States Source Water
Assessment Program, please contact Ronald Gwozdek, Principal Public Health Engineer,
Niagara County Department of Health at (716) 439-7452.
FACTS AND FIGURES
The Town of Newfane water system serves 9,666 people through 4,065 service connections.
The amount of water delivered to customers in 2013 was 270,375,747 gallons. The total
water purchased in 2013 was 378,790,000 gallons. This leaves an unaccounted for total of
108,414,253 gallons (28% of the total amount produced for 2013). This water is used to flush
mains, fight fires and leakage. In 2013, water customers were charged $1.818 per 1,000 gallons
for the first 11,000 gallons of water.
ARE THERE CONTAMINANTS IN OUR DRINKING WATER?
As the State regulations require, we routinely test your drinking water for numerous contaminants.
These contaminants include: microbiological contaminants, radioactive contaminants,
inorganic compounds, nitrate, nitrite, lead and copper, volatile organic compounds, synthetic
organic compounds, trihalomethanes, haloacetic acids, and disinfection by-products. The
table presented below depicts only those compounds which were detected in your drinking
water. The State allows us to test for some contaminants less than once per year because the
concentrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though
representative, are more than one year old.
It should be noted that all drinking water, including bottled drinking water, may be reasonably
expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants
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does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants
and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline
(800-426-4791) or the Niagara County Health Department at (716) 439-7430.
WHAT DOES THIS INFORMATION MEAN?
As you can see by the table, our system had no violations. We are proud that your drinking
water meets or exceeds all federal or state requirements. We have learned through our testing
that some contaminants have been detected; however, most of these contaminants were detected
below the level allowed by New York State. It should be noted that the action level for lead was
exceeded in two (2) of the 52 samples collected in 2011. Therefore, we are required to present
the following information on lead in drinking water:
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant
women, infants, and young children. It is possible that lead levels at your home may be higher
than at other homes in the community as a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing.
The Niagara County Water District is responsible for providing high quality drinking water,
but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water
has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing
your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are
concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information
on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is
available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791) or at http://www.epa.gov/
safewater/lead.
IS OUR WATER SYSTEM MEETING OTHER RULES THAT GOVERN OPERATIONS?
During 2012, our system was in compliance with applicable State drinking water operating,
monitoring and reporting requirements.
DO I NEED TO TAKE SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS?
Although our drinking water met or exceeded state and federal regulations, some people may
be more vulnerable to disease causing microorganisms or pathogens in drinking water than the
general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing
chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other
immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections.
These people should seek advice from their health care provider about their drinking water.
EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium,
Giardia and other microbial pathogens are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline
(800-426-4791).
INFORMATION ON FLUORIDE ADDITION
Our system is one of the many drinking water systems in New York State that provides drinking
water with a controlled, low level of fluoride for consumer dental health protection. According
to the United States Centers for Disease Control, fluoride is very effective in preventing cavities
when present in drinking water at an optimal range from 0.8 to 1.2 mg/l (parts per million). To
ensure that the fluoride supplement in your water provides optimal dental protection, the State
Department of Health requires that we monitor fluoride levels on a daily basis. During 2012
monitoring showed fluoride levels in your water were in the optimal range 100 % of the time.
None of the monitoring results showed fluoride at levels that approach the 2.2 mg/l MCL for
fluoride.
WHY SAVE WATER AND HOW TO AVOID WASTING IT?
Although our system has an adequate amount of water to meet present and future demands, there
are a number of reasons why it is important to conserve water:
Saving water saves energy and some of the costs associated with both of these necessities of life;
Saving water reduces the cost of energy required to pump water and the need to construct
costly new wells, pumping systems and water towers; and Saving water lessens the strain on
the water system during a dry spell or drought, helping to avoid severe water use restrictions
so that essential fire fighting needs are met.
You can play a role in conserving water by becoming conscious of the amount of water your
household is using, and by looking for ways to use less whenever you can. It is not hard to
conserve water. Conservation tips include:
♦ Automatic dishwashers use 15 gallons for every cycle, regardless of how many dishes are
loaded. So get a run for your money and load it to capacity.
♦ Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth.
♦ Check every faucet in your home for leaks. Just a slow drip can waste 15 to 20 gallons a
day. Fix it and you can save almost 6,000 gallons per year.
♦ Check your toilets for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, watch for
a few minutes to see if the color shows up in the bowl. It is not uncommon to lose up to
100 gallons a day from one of these otherwise invisible toilet leaks. Fix it and you save
more than 30,000 gallons a year.
♦ Use your water meter to detect hidden leaks. Simply turn off all taps and water using
appliances, and then check the meter after 15 minutes. If it moved, you have a leak.
SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
In 2012, the NCWD completed capital improvements including replacement of three variable
speed drives on the finished water pumps, rehabilitation of two coagulation basins at the
water treatment plant, installation of a new wastewater pump at the water treatment plant,
rehabilitation of two raw water pumps at the raw water pumping station. The NCWD also
commenced construction on the installation of a 36-inch transmission line from Ward Road to
Campbell Boulevard along Lockport Road, as well as piping and valve improvements at the
high service pump station. These improvements facilitate continuing efforts to maintain a sage
and dependable water supply.
CLOSING
In 2013, the Town of Newfane Water Districts system improvements included installing 1,000
feet of new 8” water main on Wilson Burt Rd and 1,200 feet of 6” water main on Wilson Burt
Rd to finish the tie in with Coomer and West Creek roads. The department installed 5 new
water taps.
Table 1: Table of Detected Contaminants
Contaminant
Violation
Yes/No
Date of
Sample
Level
Detected
(Avg. / Max.)
(Range)
Unit of
Measurement
MCLG
Inorganic Contaminants
Regulatory
Limit
Likely Source of Contamination
Arsenic
No
3/12
0.8
µg/L
N/A
MCL=10
Erosion of natural deposits, waste runoff from glass and electronics production or
runoff from orchards
Barium
No
3/12
0.0193
mg/L
2.00
MCL=2.00
Discharge of drilling wastes and from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits.
0.11
(0.0052-0.23)
mg/L
1.3
AL=1.3
Corrosion of galvanized pipes; Erosion of natural deposits.
0.86
mg/L
N/A
MCL=2.2
Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive that promotes strong teeth
No
6/119/11
1/1212/12
6/11 9/11
6.4
(ND – 16.4)
µg/L
0
AL=15
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.
No
10/12
0.0010
mg/L
10.0
MCL=10.0
Erosion of natural deposits; Atmospheric deposition.
No
2/11
9.93
mg/L
N/A
AL=20
Corrosion of galvanized pipes; Erosion of natural deposits.
No
1/12 12/12
1.10
(0.9 – 1.5)
mg/L
MRDL
4.0
MRDLG
4.0
Added for disinfection.
No
1/12 12/12
NTU
N/A
No
1/12 12/12
0.02
(0.02 – 0.05)
100% of
samples less
than 0.3 NTU
NTU
N/A
TT=95% of
samples <
0.3 NTU
Soil runoff
Copper
(indistribution
system)
Fluoride
Lead1
(in distribution
system)
Nickel
1
Sodium
Entry Point
Chlorine
Residual
Entry Point2
Turbidity
Entry Point2
Turbidity
No
No
Radioactive Contaminants
Gross Alpha
Particles
Radium 226 and
228 combined
Uranium
No
2/08
0.07
pCi/L
N/A
MCL=15
Erosion of natural deposits of certain radioactive minerals
No
2/08
1.31
pCi/L
N/A
MCL=5
Decay of natural and man-made deposits of certain radioactive minerals.
2/08
<0.51
µg/L
N/A
MCL=30
Erosion of natural deposits
1/12
– 12/12
1/12
– 12/12
32.6
(23.8-39.3)
15.9
(12.0-18.7)
μg/l
N/A
MCL=80
By-product of drinking water chlorination
μg/l
N/A
MCL=60
By-product of drinking water chlorination
No
Disinfection Byproducts
T o t a l
Trihalomethanes
Total Haloacetic
Acids
Soil runoff
No
No
3
1
During 2012 the Niagara County Water District collected and analyzed 52 samples for lead and copper. The level presented represents the 90th percentile of the 52 sites tested. The 90th percentile
is equal to or greater than 90% of the lead or copper values detected at your water system. The analysis showed concentrations below action levels for all 52 copper samples. Two (2) of the 52
lead samples exceeded the action level of 15 µg/L. The range of lead levels detected is presented below the 90th percentile value.
2
Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We test it because it is a good indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration system. NCWD’s highest single turbidity measurement for the
year was 0.05 NTU. State regulations require that turbidity must always be below 1 NTU leaving the Water Plant and 5 NTU in the distribution system. The regulations require that 95% of the
turbidity samples collected have measurements below 0.3 NTU. All samples collected in 2011 were below the treatment technique level.
3
Results for Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM’s) and Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5’s) are reported as the running quarterly annual average. The range of detection is shown below the average.
town Of Newfane
Town of Newfane has not exceeded MCL for total coliform during 2012 reporting period.
Contaminant
Violation
Yes/No
Date of
Sample
Microbiological Contaminants1
Level Detected
(Avg.)
(Range)
Unit of
Measurement
MCLG
Turbidity
No
1/12 12/12
0.09
(0.02 – 0.49)
NTU
N/A
Total Coliform
No
1/12 12/12
0 positive
samples
N/A
0
Chlorine
Residual
No
1/12 12/12
0.69
(0.1 – 1.14)
mg/l
MRDL
4.0
Regulatory
Limit (MCL,
TT or AL)
TT= <5NTU
MCL= 2 or
more positive
samples
MRDLG
4.0
Likely Source of Contamination
Soil Runoff
Naturally present in the environment
Added for disinfection.
Definitions:
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial
contaminants.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of
disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.
Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Non-Detects (ND): Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present.
Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): A measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person.
Milligrams per liter (mg/l): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million - ppm).
Micrograms per liter (ug/l): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion - ppb).
Picocuries per liter (pCi/L): A measure of the radioactivity in water.
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NEWFANE COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY
The Newfane Community Food Pantry would like to thank everyone who
helped with the “Christmas Food and Gift Sharing.” It was wonderful to
see individuals and organizations from the community coming together to
sort, pack, and just make sure that everything was done. In all we serviced
109 families who needed a helping hand with food in December. The gift
sharing assisted 94 children helping them to have a merrier holiday.
The NCFP continues to serve residents of the Newfane School District
year round. No one looking for food is ever turned away. They can be
directed to another pantry if out of our district or served by us until they
make arrangements. We are open every Tuesday from 9:30 to 4:00pm.
Clients are encouraged to call and make an appointment from 10:00 to
12:00 noon at 778-9822 for an appointment that day. We are located at
St. Brendan’s RC Church at 3455 Ewings Rd.
This fall the pantry will continue with our “Fill a Backpack Program” to help
families with school age children. Basic school supplies and backpacks
will be offered. Early July to the end of summer is a good time to watch
for sales on school supplies and any help in this direction would be greatly
appreciated. Of course the need is always there for nonperishable food
donations or extra garden produce.
Anyone who has questions or is willing to volunteer a few hours per month,
please contact Kathy Phillips NCFP coordinator at 433-2499. Thank you
again for being a community of “good neighbors”. Stay warm and think
Spring.
Hess Road Wesleyan Church
Dedicates Wendler Christian Life Center
Generous benefactors, Jim and Susan Wendler were honored February
16, at a dedication ceremony for the Wendler Christian Life Center at
Hess Road Wesleyan Church. The Wendler Christian Life Center is a new
3100 square foot education center that was started in the fall of 2013 and
completed this February. According to existing records, Hess Rd Wesleyan Church was organized
May 12, 1844 in Olcott, NY. Baptists, Methodist Episcopal and Wesleyan
Methodist had been worshipping in the old Olcott schoolhouse. The
Baptists decided to build at West Somerset, the Methodist Episcopal at
Somerset Corners and the Wesleyan Methodist built on Hess Rd, but not
until 1878 by members and hauled from Lockport on the “honeymoon”
trail (Ridge Road) and then down Hess Road which was a dirt road with
deep ruts (reportedly made by this driver and his team of horses).
In 1992, the Hess Road building committee, which Jim and Susan Wendler
were part of, and members of the church, were responsible for the addition
of 7200 square feet. This newly acquired space included a worship
center that seats 350 people, 2 nurseries, a prayer room, a choir room, air
conditioning and is handicap accessible. Groundbreaking ceremonies
were held April 26, 1992. However, they ran into several delays from
weather to entire roof trusses collapsing with men barely escaping!
As we dedicated this new building to the Lord, we
were thankful to the many men and women who had
a part in the project, the dozens who spent hours
of their time to complete the building. To all our
dedicated people who have sacrificially given their
money, time, and prayer to support God’s work
through his body of believers. We were especially
thankful to Mr. and Mrs. Wendler for their vision,
leadership, and expertise despite their busy schedule.
There is a Heritage Worship Service Sunday, 8:45
am and a Celebrations Service at 11:00 am. Tuesdays
are awesome with REDEEMED – a young adult
movement at 7:30. Join us Wednesday’s at 5:155:50 pm for a family meal, 6-7:30 for AWANA Kids
Clubs, 6:15-7:15 for Adult Bible studies. Please call
716-778-5343 or write hessroadoffice@gmail.com.
6023 Dutton Place
Newfane, NY 14108
(716) 778-9081
www.gbcnewfane.com
Push the Rock Summer Basketball Camp
For boys ages 10-14
Date:
June 30-July 3, 2014
Time:
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost:
$95.00 (financial assistance available)
Proven athletic instruction
Commitment to Character
Held at Grace Bible Church Gym
Register online at www.pushtherock.org or call the church office at 778-9081.
Vacation Bible School
June 23-27, 2014
For kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade
For more info, please call 778-9081.
Grace Bible Church Worship in the Park
At the Lion’s Shelter, Krull Park, Olcott, N.Y.
July 20, 2014 - 10:30 a.m.
For more info, please call 778-9081.
Grace Adventure Camp
At LeTourneau Christian Camp, Rushville, NY
For kids ages 7 - 8th grade
August 11-15, 2014
For more info, please call 778-9081.
St. Brendan on the Lake
Vacation Bible School
3455 Ewings Rd
Newfane, NY 14108
Make new friends and
journey the wilderness
like never before!
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Assessor’s Office
Robert Glidden, Town of Newfane Assessor
The office hours for the Assessor’s Office are 8:30AM to 4:30PM Monday
through Friday. Feel free to call the office with any questions at 778-8827
option 4 during this time.
Filing of any exemptions must have been completed by March 1, 2014 for the
2014 Assessment Roll. Any applications for an exemption filed after March
1, 2014 will be placed on the 2015 Assessment Roll.
The Tentative Assessment Roll will be filed May 1, 2014.
Board of Assessment Review is Tuesday May 27, 2014. The Board of
Assessment Review will meet between the hours of 10:00am till 12:00pm and
7:00pm till 9:00pm at 2737 Main St., Newfane, NY 14108. If you are unable
to attend, make sure you file your paperwork in the assessor’s office by May
27th. before the close of the day. Forms for Board of Review are available in
the Assessor’s Office or online.
The Final Assessment Roll will be filed July 1, 2014.
If you have any questions about any of the above information feel free to call
our office at 778-8827 #4.
The Wings Mission
The mission of Wings Flights of Hope Inc.
is to help people in need of free air
transportation for medical and humanitarian purposes. Basically helping anyone,
anytime, anyplace. At Wings we do not
want transportation to stand in the way
of a patient receiving the best possible
“Giving Hope to others, one flight at a time”
treatment available. With this purpose in
mind our volunteer pilots enjoy giving the gift of hope to so many passengers, and we are
honored to be able to give someone a lift when they are down. Wings Flights of Hope Inc.
is a non for profit 501 (c) 3 organization. Wings Flights of Hope Inc. flights are financially
supported by our pilots who fly the missions and by contributions from individuals, service
clubs, social and religious groups and corporations. Wings Flights of Hope Inc. receives no
financial aid from any governmental agency.
Wings Flights of Hope covers flights in the entire northeast United States.
You may call 1-866-61-WINGS
All donations can be mailed to: Wings Flights of Hope Inc.
PO Box 872
Orchard Park, New York 14127
CHIAVETTA’S CHICKEN BBQ
Thursday, April 10th 4:00pm – ?
Newfane United Methodist Church
2699 Main Street, Newfane, NY 14108
Donation: $9.00 per dinner
Take-outs Only - Drive thru style
Dinner includes ½ Chicken, Potato Salad
Cole Slaw, Roll, Dessert
CALL FOR TICKETS
778-7011
Pre-sale Dinners must be picked up by 6 pm
for additional information visit our website at http://www.wingsflight.org/
Wrights Corners Fire Company
Ladies Auxiliary
Meat Raffle
Doors open at 6:30 pm
Friday, May 2, 2014
Wrights Corners Fire Hall
4043 Lake Ave.
Route 78 North of Lockport
1st Prize
$100 shopping spree at
Budwey’s Market - Newfane
2nd Prize
Grill
3rd Prize
Wine Basket
Donation $1
Ask for Albee
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Tickets courtesy of Budwey’s
Market - Newfane
Newfane Free Library
A gateway to knowledge for 100 years!
Important Information About the Newfane Free Library
The Board of Trustees of the Newfane Free Library has formally requested that the
Newfane Central School District hold a vote on whether the Newfane Free Library’s
governance and funding structure should change to a School District Public Library. The
voters will be asked to vote on the proposition on May 20, 2014 at the same time and
place of the Newfane School budget vote.
The Newfane Free Library’s Board of Trustees mailed a meeting notice to all residents
of the school district inviting them to attend an informational public meeting on Tuesday,
March 25 at 7 PM at the Newfane Community Center, 2737 Main St. in Newfane, to
learn about the proposed transition of the library to a school district public library.
Have questions regarding the upcoming library vote? Library Board
president Janet Steggles will be at Newfane Free Library on the following
dates for anyone who would like to learn more:
Saturday, April 5th from 11am-1pm
Tuesday, April 8th from 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, April 9th from 10am-12pm
Spring Preschool Story Hour has begun! Story Hour is Friday mornings at
9:30am, March 28th – May 9th (there is no story hour on April 18th). Sign up
by calling 778-9344 or email NewfaneLibrary@nioga.org
Entries for our Annual Poetry Contest for Preschoolers – 8 Graders must
be submitted to the Library by Friday, April 4th. Winners will be notified by
phone, and all winning poems read at our Poetry Contest Celebration on
Thursday, May 1st at 6:30pm.
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Computer Classes are available, sponsored by the Library! All classes are
free and open to the public. You don’t need a computer to attend. Sign up is
required – call 778-9344 or email NewfaneLibrary@nioga.org
Monday, June 2nd 10am-1pm Internet Basics @ Newfane Community Center
1pm-4pm Windows 8 @ Newfane Community Center
Monday, June 9th 10am-1pm Gaga for Google! @ Newfane Community Center
1pm-4pm Excel Intermediate @ Newfane Community Center
Monday, June 16th 10am-1pm Email @ Newfane Community Center
2pm-5pm Gadgets Class @ the Library!
Sign up begins for the 2014 Summer Reading Program Monday, June 16th.
It’s a science theme this summer, with Fizz Boom Read! for Preschoolers
– kids going into 5th Grade, and Spark A Reaction for teens going into 6th
– 8th grades. Read library books, get a prize and chances at bigger prizes!
Senior High students have the choice of participating in our teen program,
or the adult program. For our adult patrons, every library book read is a
chance at winning a prize! Check out our website at NewfaneLibrary.org for
complete details.
Winners of the Young Writer’s Short Story
Contest at Newfane Free Library:
Front row: Elliana Meyers, Kayli Pless,
Paige Miller
Middle: Mason Renz, Jonathan Clarcq
Back: Carissa Clarcq, Lindsey Wilson,
Ethan Bronschidle
Cartoon submitted by Carissa Clarcq, from
the story time group, Read On! Stories &
Activities for Advanced Readers
(Thursdays @ 6pm at the Library)
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The Library Board of Trustees has decided to pursue becoming a school district
public library in order to stabilize its funding and provide elected representation to the
taxpayers. As a school district public library, Newfane Library’s service area would be the
same as the school district’s thus the name School District Public Library. The library’s
community-based funding would be voted upon by the voters who live in the school
district.
The library itself would remain housed in the same building and be staffed by the same
professionals. The school district would collect taxes on behalf of the library and turn
those funds over to the library. The school district would have no direct control over the
operations of the library.
The change to become a school district public library is being proposed as a means to
provide enhanced library services to all residents of the school district and to provide
a secure and sustainable source of operating income for the library, which has seen
increased use of services by local residents in recent years.
If passed, the voters would vote to establish the district with $125,000 in communitybased funding. This funding would replace the funding previously provided by the Town
of Newfane. This proposed level of community-based funding amounts to an estimated
27 cents per $1,000 of assessed values on properties within the school district. It is
important to note that any future changes to the annual amount of community based
support would be required to be put to vote again.
The Newfane Free Library has experienced funding shortfalls in recent years while patron
visits, library use and the number of borrowers have increased. The library has operated
on a deficit budget for the past several years, and without a secure and sustainable
source of operating income, the future of the Newfane Free Library is uncertain.
Without stable funding, it is likely that the number of hours the library is open would have
to be reduced, that there would be reductions in staffing and programs, and that there
would be fewer purchases of books, periodicals, other materials and services.
Residents are also invited to attend any of the one-on-one sessions to ask questions
about the vote on Saturday, April 5 from 11 AM-1 PM, on Tuesday, April 8 from 6-8 PM
and on Wednesday, April 9 from 10 AM-12 PM. Residents can contact Board President
Janet Steggles at 289-7539. Information is also available on the Newfane Free Library’s
website at www.NewfaneLibrary.org.
Niagara Shores Garden Club of
Newfane
A & W VACUUM SERVICE AND REPAIR
1618 Lockport/Olcott Rd
Burt, NY 14028
(716)622-1305
The Niagara Shores Garden Club of Newfane
whose objective is to stimulate knowledge
and love of gardening, to aid in the protection
of nature, plants,and birds, and to encourage
beautification, is off to another great year!
Take care of your home and your family by keeping
your vacuum clean and running efficiently. The cleaner
your vacuum, the less dirt and allergens in your home
that can effect your families health. If your vacuum is
even “partially” clogged or the beater bar is not spinning
“freely” enough; you are just stirring up dirt and dust into
the air for you and your family to breathe.
Make your investment work cleaner and longer by letting
us service it for you. No need to throw that vacuum away;
just let us fix it up and make your day!
**Do you have an old, not working, extra vacuum you are
planning to just put out to the road? Just call me and I
will come and pick it up!
The new officers for this year are: president
- Barbara Reabold, vice president - Maureen
Koziolek, secretary, Nancy Beakman, and
treasurer, Beth Cooke.
On March 22nd we took a day trip to Plantasia
at the Hamburg Fairgrounds. The club will be
touring the Botanical Gardens in South Buffalo
on saturday April 5th, where we will be learning
a lot about our plants before opening up our
own gardens this spring. In May our meeting will
be held at Green Zone Hydroponics on Niagara
Falls Blvd. where we will learn how to grow
plants without soil.
The last weekend in June will find us at Menne
Nursery in Amherst making fairy gardens. Park
Lane Daylilies in Olcott will be the setting for our
July meeting. We will culminate the summer with
a picnic in the beautiful backyard of Beth Cooke
in August!
Anyone wanting more information about the club
can call Barb Reabold at 778-7198.
Oceanliner in Olcott Harbor 1911
Newfane Water/Sewer Department
submitted by Judy Dingeldey, Newfane Town Historian
Mike Mills, Water/Sewer Maintenance Superintendent
Believe it or not!
This oceanliner docked in Olcott in 1911. To the left is the olcott Yacht Club and the
pier runs along the side of the ship.
It is important to keep all vegetation, at least 5 feet, from
growing around the fire hydrants. The water maintenance department needs to have immediate access to
all hydrants, at all times, to maintain, paint and mow
when necessary. If plants, trees and flowers prevent us
from doing our job, the water department will remove
the growth. In the spring of 2014, our department will
be going around trimming trees, removing bushes and
flowers around the fire hydrants in the town. Please remove any flowers or bushes you don’t want thrown out
and plant them in another area on your property. Thank
you for your cooperation with this issue.
Please remember to keep all sewer vent pipes 12” above
ground level to prevent ground water from infiltrating into the sewer system. If you cut the pipe down to
grade level, we will be back to replace the vent pipe and
the town will bill you for the work performed and any
materials used.
The Newfane Sewer Department is continually doing
sewer inspections throughout the town. We are inspecting all sump pump connections to ensure that ground
water that is collected in the sump pump is discharged
outside and not emptying into the sewer system. If you
have a sump pump that is connected to the sewer system, it is in violation. All water that enters the sewer is
sent to the wasterwater treatment plant and treated
as wastewater. This creates an enormous and unnecessary expense to you our sewer customer.
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TOWN OF NEWFANE FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU
FIRE SAFETY TIPS FOR HOME MEDICAL OXYGEN USERS
The use of home oxygen systems has increased over the past decade.
It’s important for people to practice fire safe behaviors when oxygen
is in use. Oxygen itself does not burn but a fire needs oxygen to start
and to keep burning. When more oxygen is in the air, the fire will
burn hotter and faster. Smoking should not be allowed in a home
where oxygen is used. Even if oxygen is not being used, it may have
saturated the home including clothing, curtains, furniture, bedding,
hair, and anything in the area.
Safety Tips:
• Never smoke in a home where oxygen is used.
• If oxygen is used in the home, the amount of oxygen in the air,
furniture, clothing, hair, and bedding goes up, making it easier
for a fire to start and spread. This means that there is a higher
risk of both fires and burns.
• Never use an open flame, such as candles, matches, wood
stoves, and sparking toys, when oxygen is in use.
• People who may have difficulty escaping a fire should have a
phone near their bed or chair.
“OXYGEN IN USE” SIGNS
THE PURPOSE OF THESE SIGNS ARE FIREFIGHTER
SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF YOUR FAMILY AND
FRIENDS
The present of oxygen in a building that is burning increases the risk
to everyone. The following hazards are present in an oxygen-enriched
environment:
o
Protective clothing that firefighters wear becomes more easily
ignitable.
o
Oxygen cylinders exposed to heat can explode sending
shrapnel flying.
o
Fires will burn at a hotter temperature and move faster.
An “Oxygen in Use” sign visibly placed on all external doors warn
firefighters, family and friends to use extreme caution due to oxygen
being used inside. Also, do not allow anyone to smoke in the home.
If your oxygen company did not provide you with signs, please make
them yourselves and post them. Samples can be found on the internet.
HOUSE NUMBERS
In life-threatening situations, every minute is critical; we can’t help
you, if we can’t find you.
• The Town of Newfane Fire Prevention Bureau is still
supporting the Miller Hose Jr. Firefighters, Olcott Jr.
Firefighters and Wrights Corners Venture Crew in selling the
reflective house number signs. These signs meet the Town
Code for house numbers.
• If you have not ordered your house number sign yet and are
still interested, you may pick up the order form from the Town
Hall or contact your respective fire company.
• The Bureau cannot stress enough how important these house
number signs are. You never know when you may be the
next one to call 911 for an emergency. Be sure your house
number is posted and visible from the road so you can be found
as quickly as possible as every minute counts. When first
responders receive an emergency call the first thing they will
be looking for is a house number. With the purchase of these
house number signs, they will easily be able to find the correct
location day or night. One of these signs could mean the
difference between life or death for your loved ones or even
yourself.
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SMOKE DETECTORS
The Town of Newfane fire companies (Miller Hose, Olcott and
Wrights Corners) have smoke detectors available to any Town of
Newfane resident that needs one. The fire companies are committed to
keeping everyone in the community safe!
• If you are a Town of Newfane resident and are in need of a
smoke detector, contact your respective fire company:
o Miller Hose Fire Company – 778-7544
o Olcott Fire Company – 778-9259
o Wrights Corners Fire Company – 433-2759
OUTDOOR COOKING TIPS:
Use Barbecue Grills Safely
• Position the grill well away from siding, deck railings, and out
from under eaves and overhanging branches.
• Place the grill a safe distance from lawn games, play areas, and
foot traffic.
• Keep children and pets away from the grill area by declaring a
3-foot "kid-free zone" around the grill.
• Put out several long-handled grilling tools to give the chef
plenty of clearance from heat and flames when cooking food.
• Periodically remove grease or fat buildup in trays below grill
so it cannot be ignited by a hot grill.
• Use only outdoors! If used indoors, or in any enclosed spaces,
such as tents, barbecue grills pose both a fire hazard and the
risk of exposing occupants to carbon monoxide.
Charcoal Grills
• Purchase the proper starter fluid and store out of reach of
children and away from heat sources.
• Never add charcoal starter fluid when coals or kindling
have already been ignited, and never use any flammable or
combustible liquid other than charcoal starter fluid to get the
fire going.
Propane Grills
• Check the propane cylinder hose for leaks before using it for
the first time each year. A light soap and water solution applied
to the hose will reveal escaping propane quickly by releasing
bubbles.
• If you determined your grill has a gas leak by smell or the
soapy bubble test and there is no flame:
• Turn off the propane tank and grill.
• If the leak stops, get the grill serviced by a professional before
using it again.
• If the leak does not stop, call the fire department.
• If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the
grill and call the fire department. Do not attempt to move the
grill.
• All propane cylinders manufactured after April 2002 must have
overfill protection devices (OPD). OPDs shut off the flow of
propane before capacity is reached, limiting the potential for
release of propane gas if the cylinder heats up. OPDs are easily
identified by their triangular-shaped hand wheel.
• Use only equipment bearing the mark of an independent
testing laboratory. Follow the manufacturers' instructions
on how to set up the grill and maintain it.
• Never store propane cylinders in buildings or garages. If
you store a gas grill inside during the winter, disconnect
the cylinder and leave it outside.
DROWNING PREVENTION:
In the pool, at the beach or even in your bathroom, water
can be dangerous to your kids if you don’t take the right
precautions.
• Actively supervise your children around water at all
times, and have a phone nearby to call for help in an
emergency.
• Always stay within an arm’s reach of your child
when he or she is in or near the bathtub, toilet,
pools, spas or buckets. Never leave your child
alone or in the care of older children during bath
time.
• Once bath time is over, immediately drain the tub.
• Empty all buckets, containers and wading pools
immediately after use. Store them upside-down and
out of children’s reach.
• Keep toilet lids closed and use toilet seat locks.
• Never leave your child unattended in a tub or
around any other body of water, even if he or she
knows how to swim.
• Keep doors to bathrooms and laundry rooms closed.
• Children in baby bath seats and rings must be
watched every second.
• Make sure your pool has four-sided fencing and a
self-closing, self-latching gate to prevent a child
from wandering into the pool area unsupervised.
In addition, hot tubs should be covered and locked
when not in use.
• Install a door alarm, a window alarm or both to
alert you if a child wanders into the pool area
unsupervised.
• From the start, teach children to never go near or in
water without an adult present.
• Enroll your child in swimming lessons after age 4
– typically the earliest age when they are likely to
practice and retain information. Teach children how
to tread water, float and stay by the shore.
• Learn CPR and know how to respond in water
emergencies.
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Marina Preparing for 2014 Season
Spring has sprung! and the Newfane Town Marina is under new management
as well! I, Scott Scheffler, have been hired as the new Marina Director, and
have been taking all of the necessary steps to prepare both the Marina and
Fisherman’s Park for this upcoming season. I would like to thank the town
for this opportunity to represent the Marina and improve upon our customers’
experiences. My staff and I welcome you to stop by during our hours of
operation, which are between 5:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., to assist you with
any needs you may have. We look forward to working with all of our resident
and non-resident boaters and to a fantastic 2014 season!
Sincerely,
Scott Scheffler
Feel free to contact us at:
Town of Newfane Marina
5834 West Main St.
Olcott, NY 14126
(716) 778-5462
Visit www.olcott-newfane.com for events and local amenities.
The Marina rates have not been altered from last year, but are relisted below
for your convenience:
Town of Newfane Marina
Dates and Rates for 2014
Rates
Daily Launch
$8.00
Daily Launch Seniors (62+)
$4.00
Daily Canoes and Jet Skis
$4.00
All other boats
$4.00
3-Day Launch Pass
$18.00
Senior Citizen Season Pass
$35.00
Resident Season Launch Pass
$60.00
Additional Boat
$20.00
Non-Resident Season Boat Pass
$80.00
Additional Boat
$30.00
Transient Boats:
Per foot overnight
Per month up to 30 ft. – excluding August
Per month of August up to 30 ft.
Per month on boats over 30 ft.
Per month of August over 30 ft.
Other Products and Services:
Fish Cleaning (per fish)
Ice Cubes
Ice Blocks
Lost key charge
Pumpouts
Zip Lock Bags
Boat Wash (per token)
Hats
$1.25
$300.00
$600.00
$325.00
$625.00
$1.00
$2.00
$2.25
$5.00
$5.00
$0.25
$1.00
$15.00
For more information on pricing, visit our website at www.townofnewfane.com
The following events are scheduled for this year. Hope to see
you out and about!
Roger Tobey Memorial Niagara River Anglers Steelhead Contest
30th Annual Skip Hartman Memorial Lake Ontario Pro-Am Salmon Team Tournament May 24-25,
2014 – PART I … Yes, two events in 2014!!! For three decades, this prestigious fishing competition pits
teams of anglers against one another using a unique scoring system over two days of fishing. Held out of the
Niagara County ports of Wilson and Olcott, the local community also coordinates special events to make it a fun
filled weekend. Last year, more than $60,000 was paid out in cash and prizes. This year the money will be upped
considerably. For more info call (877) FALLS US or log onto the tournament website at www.lakeontarioproam.net
for rules and sign up information. Part II is May 31-June 1. Both of these Niagara Pro-Am events are tied together
for a special prize structure involving the West Challenge Cup, with over $30,000 in guaranteed prize money!!!
30th Annual Skip Hartman Memorial Lake Ontario Pro-Am Salmon Team Tournament May 31June 1, 2014 – PART II: For three decades, this prestigious fishing competition pits teams of anglers against
one another using a unique scoring system over two days of fishing. Held out of the Niagara County ports of
Wilson and Olcott, the local community also coordinates special events to make it a fun filled weekend. Last
year, more than $60,000 was paid out in cash and prizes. This year the money will be upped considerably.
For more info call (877) FALLS US or log onto the tournament website at www.lakeontarioproam.net for rules
and sign up information. Both of these Niagara Pro-Am events are tied together for a special prize structure
involving the West Challenge Cup, with over $30,000 in guaranteed prize money!!!
13th Annual Don Johannes Memorial Big Fish Contest and 8th Annual Pete DeAngelo Memorial
Three-Fish Contest, May 30, 2014 – This is a precursor to the Pro-Am tournament to get the teams warmed up
for the fishing action. You don’t have to be in the pro-am to fish, though. Sign up at The Slippery Sinker, The Boat
Doctors or The Gas Shack in Wilson. Call 716-778-0713 for more info. $100 per boat. 100 percent cash pay out.
5th Annual Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Summer Derby– June 14-July 27, 2014 – Grand prize is
$12,500 for biggest salmon. Check out their website for all the details for this new summer event at www.loc.
org or call (888) REEL-2-IN.
Burt Hotel Opening Day Bass Tournament
June 21, 2014 – Stop into the Burt Hotel to sign up and find out details about this year’s event. Last year, this
contest was for both largemouth and smallmouth bass.
New York’s Free Fishing Days 2014 –
June 28-29 – No license is required by anyone for these two days, resident or non-resident (although all the
rules and regulations must be followed), in an effort to promoted this popular pastime. This is a great time to
get the whole family on the water and see how much fun it can be. This is also the weekend that the Town of
Newfane sponsors a kids fishing derby at the Town of Newfane Marina in Olcott. Set for June 28th, this popular
kids derby will be held from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, call (716) 778-8531.
Hooked On The Tonawandas Fishing Tournament
June 28-29, 2014 – This third annual event is held out of Gateway Harbor in the Erie Canal during the Free
Fishing Weekend. Catch the largest fish by weight for any of the five species – bass, walleye, northern pike,
carp and perch. Over $3,500 in prizes. Check out www.fishgatewayharbor.net or call 716-628-1247.
24th Annual Erie Canal Fishing Derby
July 2-13, 2014 – The Erie Canal is spotlighted for this family-oriented fishing competition offering up more than
$8,000 in prizes. Eligible waters include from the Niagara River to the Main Street Bridge in Albion (Route 98)
– 50 miles of waters. For more information visit their website at www.eriecanalderby.com (Bass is included.)
11th Annual Lake Ontario Trout and Salmon Assn. King Salmon Tournament – July 19, Olcott
from 6 a.m. to noon. This event offers 100 cash pay back. All participants must be LOTSA members. Deadline
to register is July 12 at 6 p.m. For more information, contact www.lotsa.org. July 18 is the Third Annual Curt
Meddaugh Memorial Fishing Derby to remember an important LOTSA member. Free for anyone registered in
the Saturday event. For more information, contact www.lotsa.org.
February 15, 2014 – The Niagara River Anglers Association will be holding
their winter steelhead classic at Lewiston Landing. Loads of fun. Awards and
lunch will follow at the 3-F Club, 904 Swann Rd., Lewiston. For information
check out the NRAA website at www.niagarariveranglers.com
Orleans County Rotary Derby
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Spring Trout and Salmon Derby
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Fall Trout and Salmon Derby
May 2-11, 2014 – This premier spring kick-off classic, offering a $15,000
Grand Prize for the largest salmon caught overall, also sports over $30,000
in cash and prizes overall. More than 60 percent of all the winning fish come
from the waters off Niagara. For more information, call (888) REEL-2-IN or
visit their website atwww.loc.org
Greater Lewiston Smelt Festival
May 2-3, 2014 – The highlight is the Smelt Dip and Fry conducted by the
Niagara River Anglers Association on the waterfront starting at 6 p.m.
Live music. This event is free to the public. For more info check out www.
niagarariverregion.com
Third Annual Wilson Harbor Invitational Salmon Tournament
May 10 (11), 2014 – The tournament is back for another battle of salmon seekers.
Check out www.wilsonharborinvitational.com for details. $1000 entry fee includes
Big Fish and a one day-six fish big bucks tournament during prime time for spring
fishing. Grand prize for a full field will be $25,000. For more information on how
you can receive an invitation, call 716-863-1001. Also tied in with this event is the
Salmon Slam – a seven day-seven fish challenge and a 1K A Day event with a daily
progressive jackpot of $1000. The latter two events will be held May 3-9, 2014.
August 2-17, 2014 – Fish Lake Ontario and tributaries from the Niagara River to the Genesee River for salmon
and trout. For more information call (585) 589-9881. Olcott does have a weigh station in this local derby,
located at The Slippery Sinker.
August 15 – September 1, 2014 – Over $50,000 in cash prizes including a $25,000 Grand Prize for the largest
trout or salmon caught during this 18-day event. Help anglers celebrate the return of the mighty king salmon on
Lake Ontario! Sign up in local tackle shops or call (888) REEL-2-IN. You can also visit their website at www.
loc.org for more info or to register.
38th Annual Greater Niagara “Fall Classic” Derby – 2014: A Fish Odyssey
August 16-24, 2014 – The journey continues with another great event set for 2014. Last year, over $10,000 in
cash and prizes were handed out to winning anglers at the Town of Newfane Community Center at awards night.
Specie categories included salmon, rainbow/brown trout, lake trout, smallmouth bass, carp and walleye. All have
a chance to win the Grand Prize. For more information, call (877) FALLS US or visit www.fishodyssey.net .
Cystic Fibrosis Cast for a Cure Steelhead Challenge
Sept. 10-11, 2014 – The event in 2013 set a Redbone Tournament Series record by raising over $150,000 for
Cystic Fibrosis out of Lewiston. For more info contact CF at (800)-FIGHT CF.
NYPA Wildlife Festival – Sept. 27-28, 2014 – Held in conjuction with National Hunting and Fishing Day
weekend, this event is co-sponsored by the Niagara County Federation of Conservation Clubs and held on the
grounds of the Power Authority’s Visitor Center in Lewiston. Doors are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Over 11,000
in attendance in 2013.
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