GENESEO – New state sexual harassment protocol approved at Town Board meeting. On Oct 25., the Geneseo Town Board adopted a new sexual harassment policy originally proposed by the State of New York. "It's not all that different from the policy we were operating under previously," a member of the board stated. "It does include a complaint form, which we didn't have before." The state gave workplaces two weeks to sign in compliance with … [Read more...]
CDS Housing Proposal Unable to Persuade Town Board
GENESEO — Another pitch for affordable housing is being reviewed by the Town Board. A CDS Housing proposal for a 40 unit subsidized housing facility in Geneseo was met with great animosity by the Town Board at the Sept. 13 board meeting. "Geneseo is not the place for it," Council Member Matthew Griffo stated. "We already have plenty of subsidized housing in our community. Our services are strained to the maximum right now." While the … [Read more...]
CDS Monarch Responds to Comments By Geneseo Town Board Over Subsidized Housing
GENESEO — An affordable housing project or subsidized housing project that raised eyebrows from Town Board Members has drawn a response from the developer. The CDS Monarch project, a 40 unit development was called a 'bait and switch' by Town of Geneseo Supervisor Will Wadsworth by the developer. CDS Monarch officials feel that they have stuck to the plan from the start. "It has always been a 40 unit apartment building with 38 one bedroom … [Read more...]
Geneseo Village Partners With Town for Tree Grant Application
GENESEO— The Geneseo Village Board made a motion to partner with the Town of Geneseo in their application for the 2018 Urban and Community Forestry Grant. The partnership not only strengthens the town's application, but also could lead to the creation of a joint Parks Committee between the town and village. "The purpose of [a joint Parks Committee] would be to share information, but also look for efficiencies that we could use," said town … [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...]
Construction Begins to Implement New Four-Way Stop in Geneseo
GENESEO— Geneseo is receiving a new four-way stop sign at the intersection of North and Main Street. This change comes from the New York State Department of Transportation; however the village and town of Geneseo have voiced concerns. The village board of trustees said that the four-way stop could likely cause more congestion and would be an issue for drivers attempting to leave the County parking lot. … [Read more...]
Town of Geneseo Will Not Use Super’s Brother for Code Enforcement
GENESEO – The Town of Geneseo opted to begin the interview process for their own code enforcement officer instead of furthering discussion of sharing the services of the Village's new code officer, who is the Town Supervisor's brother. The Town Board voted unanimously to advertise and interview for the new position. At their previous meeting, Town Board members expressed interest in finding a way to share code enforcement services with the … [Read more...]
Kennison Willing to Work for Historical Upset in Town Supervisor Race
GENESEO —Wes Kennison has thrown a wrench into Will Wadsworth's re-election campaign having announced a last-minute independent party write-in campaign of his own. Kennison, who previously served as the Geneseo Town Supervisor from 2000-2007, lost to Wadsworth and two other candidates in a messy 4-way race in 2007. Wadsworth vs Kennison has become one of the more prominent political rivalries in regional politics we know. "In the last two … [Read more...]
Geneseo Leaning Towards Replacing Paper with New Technology
GENESEO – The Town of Geneseo is weighing the potential benefits of purchasing and using tablets instead of binders of paper for handling documents related to their work within the Town building. At Thursday's Town Board Meeting, Town Supervisor William Wadsworth said that the towns of Henrietta and York already use tablets for government work. "I think it's wise in this day and age to be updated technology-wise," said Deputy Supervisor … [Read more...]
AT&T Opens Shop on 20A in Town of Geneseo
GENESEO — AT&T will be cutting the ribbon at their location as neighbors to Subway and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Geneseo at noon on Friday. According to a press release from AT&T, the new location at 4243 Lakeville Roadis operated by Premier Technologies, is intended to better serve their customers in Livingston County. "Our goal is to become America's premier retailer by providing an exceptional experience in every interaction and … [Read more...]