GENESEO — Illegal Immigrant rights are being discussed by the Geneseo Village Board. The Green Light New York is lobbying for illegal immigrants to be able to receive a valid drivers license regardless of immigration status. "Not a lot of immigration reform comes out of this area...[but a lot of immigration issues are] happening right here in Geneseo," said Mary V. Rutigliano, Geneseo Village Trustee. "It would mean a lot for us to learn … [Read more...]
Mayor Duff Points Out Code Regulations for Community Health
GENESEO — Re-familiarize yourself with the Village Codes or you could be forced to pay a fine. The Village of Geneseo's codes warrant attention and the lack of knowledge isn't viable excuse. "This is not glamorous but it does include some things most of us don’t pay much attention to until it is a problem," said Mayor Margaret Duff, "[The Codes] really are about being a respectful neighbor." Mayor Duff reached out to the Genesee Sun … [Read more...]
Free Parking at Metered Spots Officially Starts for Geneseo
GENESEO — Geneseo has officially stopped enforcing parking at metered spots in the village for the summer. Laminated signs have been put on all parking meters in the village to alert residents and visitors of the change. As reported in a previous article, the free parking initiative is in response to the lower volume of traffic during the summer months. Parking enforcement will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 4, the day after Labor day. Parking … [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...]
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...]
Community Celebrates New Park Bathrooms with ‘Toilet Paper Cutting’ Ceremony
GENESEO — Last week the Village of Geneseo held a ribbon cutting ceremony with a twist for the new park bathrooms. The project, which started last year, came to a wrap as former Mayor Richard Hathaway and Senator Patrick Gallivan 'cut the paper' as opposed to your traditional ribbon. "I want to thank all the people who made it possible for the Village Park to finally have bathrooms. Like all good things in Geneseo, people from many parts of … [Read more...]
EMAIL TO THE EDITOR: Deming’s Vision to Protect Our Heritage by Embracing the Future
NOTE: This editorial was submitted by Robert B. Deming, a candidate for Geneseo Village Trustee. The GeneseeSun.com does not endorse any candidate, our policy is to support all candidates who run for office. Candidates and elected officials are always welcome to submit emails to the editor. Protecting our Heritage by Embracing the Future The heritage of Geneseo provides our community with a unique character and spirit that has attracted … [Read more...]
DEC Says Geneseo is Spared from $6M Water Improvements
GENESEO – The Village of Geneseo may be spared from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)'s locally notorious phosphorus decontamination requirements. If the DEC requires the Village to make phosphorus decontamination upgrades to its wastewater treatment facility, the Village would need to borrow $6 million to do so. Trustee Matt Cook passed along informal correspondence from the DEC at Monday night's Village Board … [Read more...]
POLL: Who Will You Vote for in the 2016 Village of Geneseo Trustee Race?
GENESEO — Who will get your vote in the March 15 election for Geneseo Village Trustee? The candidates are Geneseo resident Leslie Carson (R), Rochester resident and SUNY Geneseo student Matthew Cook (I), former Chair of the Livingston County Democratic Committee Phil Jones (D), Geneseo resident and SUNY Geneseo student Mary Rutigliano (I), and incumbent Trustee Bob Wilcox (D). The poll is completely anonymous. The results will be published … [Read more...]
Village Approves SUNY Geneseo’s Summer Alumni Reunion on Center Street
GENESEO – The Village Board of Trustees approved a proposal for a second annual SUNY Geneseo alumni reunion Monday night, for which Board members and representatives from SUNY Geneseo Alumni Relations expressed their enthusiasm. The representatives proposed repeating last summer's reunion, setting the event for June 4 from 2 to 5 p.m. on Center Street, occupying the same area sectioned off for the farmers' market in the summer and early … [Read more...]