LeRoy Pennysaver & News

LE ROY PENNYSAVER & NEWS - DECEMBER 20, 2020 LeRotary Notes The Rotary Club of LeRoy gathered virtually for its weekly meeting on December 9, 2020, with 23 members present. President Mary Margaret Ripley brought the meeting to order. President Mary Margaret shared our guest speaker wouldn’t be able to join us but would reschedule. Scott McCumiskey led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a prayer offered by Jim Ellison. President Mary Margaret asked for announcements. Scott McCumiskey gave an update about the 32nd Annual Appliance Raffle which took place on December 6, 2020, via Facebook Live. Scott shared some of the positives of the event and how we were still able to make this happen in spite of COVID-19. Scott noted that many Rotarians sold more than their required 15 tickets. Scott thanked everyone for their help making this a continued event for the club and our community. S h a n n o n a K a r c h e r announced we have 44 entries for the Holiday House Decoration Contest. The link to the map and for voting is posted at www.leroyrotary.org , on Facebook and Instagram. Here are also the links: Map: https://bit.ly/2Kg5oA4 and voting: https://bit.ly/3oCa7L6. Voting will begin December 6th and continue through December 21, 2020. President Mary Margaret spoke about the upcoming annual “Cookie Auction.” She reminded members to email (jkarcher@mac.com) or text him (585.450.9660) with what you plan to auction off with a photo, by December 11th. She also shared that the items do not need to be cookies as we have had other items in years past. President Mary Margaret encouraged members to still invite guests to the auction, as “Friends of Rotary.” The auction will take place virtually on December 16th. Jessica Strollo gave an update on the Rotary grant. Jim Ellison reminded everyone of Every Rotarian Every Year and how the monies can come back to the club when we are awarded grants. Jim Bonacquisti also shared that Rotary will be helping deliver Meals on Wheels to local residents beginning in January. Mike Tucci also updated the club on the Big Game TV raffle. Tickets will be given out soon to begin selling. Dasha Halladay also spoke about the Bags for Brighter Holidays (https://bit.ly/3oJYh1H ) can be purchased at Save A Lot. The bags donated from Save A Lot here in town will go to the LeRoy Food Pantry. Save A Lot has sold over 500 bags this season and is hoping to reach 600. Randy Vink shared birthdays with our members. Birthdays include Lynne Belluscio, Carol Wolfe, Mike Tucci, Tracy Ford, and Maria Valencia. Missed meetings were recognized by President Mary Margaret. Missed meetings were sanctioned to Maria Valencia, David Grayson, Martha Bailey, Jake Whiting, Tony Gugino, and Bob Boyce. President Mary Margaret transitioned to the fining session. David Grayson was fined for an old picture on Facebook when he and others attended the award ceremony for TANYS (Theater Association of New York State). David shared he had been honored with winning an award in the past. Mike Tucci was fined for his coaching at the LeRoy Youth Softball 8U Indoor Clinic. Both his girls are registered to participate. Mary Young was fined for her Christmas tree. President Mary Margaret shared that Mary’s daughter, Abby helped facilitate this fine! The tree is beautiful. President Mary Margaret shared that Project Stork ( www. p r o j e c t s t o r k i n c . org) was supposed to be our presentation today. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, they were not able to attend. President Mary Margaret shared Project Stork helps supply diapers for families in need. It was noted that 1 in 3 parents in the United States report suffering from a lack of resources for diapers. For more information, they can be located through their website or on Facebook. President Mary Margaret adjourned the meeting at 12:45 and thanked everyone for their participation. If you are interested in learning more about the Rotary Club of LeRoy, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or www. leroyrotary.org. by James Farnholz Supervisor, Town of LeRoy (585) 768-6910 ext. 231 As preparations for Christmas are keeping everyone busy, things at the Town have been quite active as well. On December 10th there was a public hearing on the proposed new commercial solar code. The Board heard from many residents as well as representatives several solar companies. The primary concern was the proposed exclusion of agricultural land from having solar put on it. As a result of this meeting the Board has made some suggestions on possible inclusion of some agricultural land having solar on it and sent it to the planning board. Our original intent was to pass the code at our next meeting (Dec. 28). However, taking into consideration the concerns of residents and the possible rewriting of certain parts of the code, that will not be the case. The hope is to have an amended code by early January and then schedule another public hearing in early February. With Christmas fast approaching, and the Covid pandemic still with us, please observe all of the CDC recommendations to keep you and your family safe. While it may not be exactly the holiday we want it is the one we have for this year. So let’s try to make the best of it and spread Christmas cheer whenever we can. While on the subject of Christmas cheer I want to thank everyone involved in the food pantry as well as all of the donations and gifts that are wrapped and waiting in the town hall. It is truly amazing to see the generosity and kindness of our community. Finally, on a personal note, I want to thank everyone who has helped us navigate 2020 with all of its challenges. To say that my first year as supervisor was interesting would be an understatement. I also want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year. I hope to see you around town in a more normal 2021. Around Town