GENESEO — The Geneseo Central High School Football Team has been planning a fundraiser in partnership with Deer Run Winery, however much of the necessary paperwork has not yet been submitted, leaving the town board with more questions than answers. The fundraiser was planned to be held on Aug. 18 at Long Point Park, which does not allow the sale of alcoholic beverages without approval from the town board at least one month in advance. When the … [Read more...]
Town of Geneseo Applies for Long Point Park Forestry Grant
GENESEO — The Geneseo Town Board has approved an application for the Department of Environmental Conservation's Urban and Community Forestry Grant. If awarded, the money from the grant will allow the town to conduct a tree inventory and Community Forest Management Plan for Long Point Park and Gateway (Volunteer) Park. "[This grant] would enable us to diversify tree populations to protect against invasive species," said Council Member Patti … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Delivers Cops for Kids Day at Conesus Lake
GENESEO The Livingston County Sheriff's Office's Coalition of Patrol Services (LCCOPS) made Saturday very special for hundreds of kids at Long Point Park. Deputies, Sergeants and Investigators of the Police Services Bureau of the Sheriff's Office organized and staffed the event as LCCOPS, their union. LCCOPS used $8,000 to put everything together. Deputies served popcorn, hot dogs, pizza and ice cream to delighted kids and parents. There … [Read more...]
Geneseo Debates Lowering Long Point Park Rental Fee
GENESEO – The Town Board plans to resolve the debate over whether to lower the fee for the public to rent the large pavilion at Long Point Park. The Board discussed their positions on reducing the fee for 40 minutes at their monthly meeting on March 9 but took no formal action. Currently, the fee for town residents is $300. Non-residents pay $525, plus a $100 security deposit. "Most of the parks charge $50 to use pavilions," said … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities to Dunk Sheriff, DA and Geneseo Super at Summer Carnival
CONESUS – Catholic Charities of Livingston County will beat the heat, have some fun and build support for local community members in need at their first ever Summer Carnival at Long Point Park. Pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, games, face painting, make and take crafts, carnival games and food trucks will come to Long Point Park for Summer Family Fun Day on August 20 from noon to 4 p.m., all proceeds to go to Catholic … [Read more...]
All Enjoying the Sunshine at Cops for Kids Day at Long Point Park
GENESEO – The Livingston County Sheriff's Office Road Patrol Association (LCCOPS) is currently at Long Point Park for their seventh annual 'Cops for Kids' event at Long Point Park. From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. deputies serve popcorn, hot dogs, pizza and ice cream to delighted kids and parents. There will be bounce houses, a mechanical bull, a petting zoo, DJ, photo booth, and plenty of food for all. COPS for Kids day has its roots in 1959, … [Read more...]
Friends of Long Point Bring Old-School Skate Party to SUNY Geneseo
GENESEO – Friends of Long Point in Livingston County is locking arms with old-time collaborators and current college students, fitting local residents in classic roller skates–four wheels and all. According to Joe Ferrero, Chairman of the Friends of Long Point in Livingston County, a roller skating event sponsored by Friends of Long Point in Livingston County and the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity chapter at SUNY Geneseo, in partnership with … [Read more...]
Conesus Lake Folklore of ‘Phantom Indian’ Sets Sights on Historical Designation
GENESEO — A Long Point Park advocate is seeking to obtain a historical designation through the William G. Pomeroy Foundation for the Conesus Lake Phantom Indian by Colonel S. Tooey. On Thursday night, Lore DiSalvo presented the Geneseo Town Board a proof of the proposed sign that would mark the park as part of the 'Legends & Lore Marker Grant Program.' The tale of the 'Phantom Indian' is of one that has been told for over 150 years of an … [Read more...]
Long Point Park Revitalization Plan Takes First Steps with Town of Geneseo
GENESEO – The Town Board took the first step toward revitalizing Long Point Park on Thursday as they unanimously passed 18 new park rules and regulations which have been developed by the Long Point Park Committee. The Committee presented their progress thus far to the Town Board at a special meeting at the Long Point Park pavilion, giving special thanks to committee members including Bob Brennan, Margaret Duff, Georgene Ehmann, Patti … [Read more...]
Friends of Long Point Seek Volunteers for I Love My Park Day
Reading this on your phone or tablet? Download our new app on Google Play and the Apple store.CONESUS – The Friends of Long Point Park are looking for volunteers to help with I Love My Park Day on May 2, a statewide event to improve and enhance New York State's parks and historic sites and bring visibility to the entire park system. According to Lore DiSalvo, the third annual I Love My Park Day will take place on May 2, where thousands of … [Read more...]