Development at STAMP would change character of rural community

Posted 10 April 2026 at 8:34 am

Editor:

There are many reasons for Genesee Countians to strongly oppose the monster data center – or any other development – at the STAMP speculative industrial mega-site in the Town of Alabama.

STAMP borders the Tonawanda Seneca Nation, which considers STAMP nothing less than an existential threat to its sovereignty, ecology, and ways of life; and would have huge impacts on the rural, agricultural economies, traditions, and character of the county.

The proposed data center would be the size of eleven Walmart Supercenters, and its developer is asking Genesee County for an absurd $1.44 billion in tax incentives.

It’s also important to know that STAMP violates all the principles and tenets of “smart growth” land use and development that professional planners practice today.

At its beginning, the STAMP badly failed a “smart growth test” required of state agencies by the State Public Infrastructure Policy Act1. This law ensures that state agencies do not fund development in locations and ways that spawn financial, environmental, and equity problems. In the case of STAMP, the Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC) flunked this required “smart growth test.” Yet, ESDC and Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC) ignored the results.

A look at some of the flunked smart growth test criteria reveals how bad STAMP is from land use, development, and community planning perspectives:

Criteria: Utilize existing infrastructure. STAMP will require extensive, expensive, complicated new water, wastewater, and energy infrastructure that will need maintenance forever.

Criteria: Locate wholly or partially in an existing municipal center. STAMP is entirely on undeveloped, remote, rural land.

Criteria: Preserve and enhance the state’s agricultural land. STAMP would develop (devour!) hundreds of acres of prime agricultural land.

Criteria: Provide mobility through transportation choices, including improved public transportation and reduced automobile dependency. STAMP’s far-flung location would lock employees and all other users into ridiculously expensive, polluting, dangerous automobile dependency.

Criteria: Comply with local land use and building zones and codes. STAMP’s plans did not comply with the long-time rural/agricultural zoning for the site – so GCEDC got the zoning changed. This change does not suddenly make STAMP suitable: a recent study by SUNY College of Environmental Science determined the site is wholly unsuitable for industrial development.

Criteria: Locate in a developed area or one designated for development. STAMP failed this criteria too, but the GCEDC convinced the County to add the entire STAMP site to the County’s Smart Growth Plan2 as a “Priority Development Area.” This Plan was passed in 2000 to protect rural, agricultural lands, economies, and character from incompatible development that could hook up to public water pipes coming in. In other words, STAMP is exactly what the Smart Growth Plan was legislated countywide to prevent.

Overall, STAMP is the “poster child” of all that smart growth isn’t. At every level of land use and development planning, STAMP is a deeply inappropriate and inefficient location and site for what is being proposed there.

To learn more about ways you can oppose these boondoggles and bad deals for our region, go to alliesoftsn.weebly.com.

Marcia Bohn

Batavia

Newly elected Albion village trustee steps down as fire commissioner

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 9 April 2026 at 9:23 pm

Kevin Sheehan advised by attorneys he can’t serve in both roles

Photo by Tom Rivers: Kevin Sheehan speaks during a candidate forum on March 5. He was elected to the Albion Village Board on March 18. He was sworn in as a village trustee on April 6, the start of a four-year term.

ALBION – Kevin Sheehan believed he could serve as both an Albion village trustee and a commissioner for the Albion Joint Fire District.

He said the roles seemed separate. The Albion Fire Department used to be part of the village budget with the Village Board functioning as oversight of the fire department, setting and managing its budget.

But the fire department shifted to the Albion Joint Fire District on Jan. 1, 2025. Sheehan was elected to a three-year term as a fire commissioner on Dec. 10, 2024. The commissioners set the district’s budget, and the taxes for the district are collected as part of the Albion and Gaines tax bills in January.

On March 18, he was elected to a four-year as village trustee. Soon after that election he was advised by both the village attorney and fire district attorney that the two offices are incompatible and he can’t do both.

The sticking point, Sheehan said, is the fire district leases the fire hall from the village. In that role, the village has influence over the fire district’s budget. The Village Board works with the fire commissioners to set the rent for the building.

Sheehan wrote a letter March 27, resigning as fire commissioner, effective March 29.

He attended this evening’s fire district monthly meeting, and sat in the audience rather than at the table with the fire commissioners in the back of the fire hall.

Sheehan said he very much enjoyed serving as a fire commissioner and regretted he needed to step down from the position.

“Mr. Sheehan, it has been an honor and a pleasure to have you as a commissioner,” Al Cheverie, the chairman, told him at the meeting.

The fire district currently only has three out of five fire commissioners in office. The district has yet to allow Charlie Monacelli to take office. He was elected in December but has a past felony conviction for attempted burglary in the third degree in 2000. He was in prison for 4 ½ years and then was on parole until 2009. Monacelli wants to be installed as commissioner and has told the district he will pursue litigation if his civil rights continue to be violated with him being kept from the position. He insists arson is the only disqualifying charge to serve as a fire commissioner.

Cheverie, during this evening’s meeting, said the fire commissioners are under a “gag order” and can’t comment on the issue publicly.

He said the fire commissioners will discuss filling Sheehan’s vacancy next month, which likely will be done by appointment.

Cheverie also said the fire commissioners, who also include David Buczek and Derek Howes, need to divvy up Sheehan’s work on the fire district. Sheehan was on three committees: finance, building and legal.

At its meeting this evening, the fire commissioners:

• Approved two new members as firefighters – Kyle Sidari and Lisa DeCarlo.

• Approved paying $575 each to the top 10 responders to calls in 2025.

• Authorized Treasurer Victoria Tabor to invest fire district funds in treasuries which are like CDs. Tabor was authorized to put $380,000 from the “Apparatus Repair & Replacement Reserve” into a fund that will generate 3.75 percent interest if untouched until April 2027, 3.78 percent through October 2027, and a 3.80 percent annual percentage yield until April 2028.

The commissioners also authorized investing $50,000 from the “Building Repair & Replacement Reserve” into a fund with a yield of 3.44 percent through March 2027.

Kendall opens G-R title defense with win

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 9 April 2026 at 6:41 pm

Kendall opened defense of its Genesee Region League baseball title with a 14-2 victory over visiting Elba this afternoon.

Jonny Conte, CJ D’Agostino and Vinnie D’Agostino each had a pair of hits to lead the Kendall offense.

On the mound for the Eagles, Nic Cole hurled a 3 hitter with 8 strikeouts.

Kendall took the lead for good by scoring three quick runs in the first inning on an RBI single by CJ D’Agostino, an error and a ground out.

The Eagles lead jumped to 7-1 in the second inning on RBI singles by Conte and Vinnie D’Agostino and a pair of errors.

Vinnie D’Agostino made it 9-2 with a two-run double in the third inning.

The Eagles capped off the run rule win by scoring five times in the fourth on RBI singles by Conte and CJ D’Agostino, two errors and a wild pitch.

Improving to 4-0 overall, Kendall next visits Albion at noon on Saturday for a non league game.

Master food preservers announce schedule of classes, including options for youth

Posted 9 April 2026 at 4:27 pm

Photos courtesy of CCE in Orleans County: Master Food Preserver volunteer Karen Desjardin showcases food preservation equipment during last year’s MFP Training.

Press Release, Cornell Cooperative Extension in Orleans County

KNOWLESVILLE – The Orleans CCE Master Food Preserver volunteers are pleased to announce their class lineup for the 2026 season.

The classes kick off on Wednesday, April 22nd at 6 p.m. with a free Intro to Canning and Food Preserving class. Master Food Preserver volunteers will teach attendees basic information needed to start preserving food at home.

The class will offer tips and tricks, reputable recipe resources, as well as steps for safe canning at home. The MFP volunteers will also showcase canning equipment, tools and jars so participants can get a first-hand look at the various food preservation options available.

Master Food Preserver Eileen Sorochty fills a piecrust at a previous Master Food Preserver class. Eileen and MFP volunteer Albie Suozzi will be leading two youth food preservation classes in 2026.

“This first class in the series is not only an introduction to food preservation for those who have never tried it before, but also a good review for those that may already have some canning experience,” said Karen Desjardin one of the MFP volunteers leading the Intro to Canning class. “Things do change as more research is done. Plus, if you’re only canning once a year, it’s always good to hear reminders about the very important safety guidelines in canning food at home.”

In addition to the Intro to Canning class, Master Food Preservers will be offering another free class on the Economics of Home Food Preservation and Four-Corner Pantry Skills. This is a new class topic for the Master Food Preservers focusing on how to organize and stock a versatile pantry as well as the economic benefits to preserving food at home. That class will be offered on Wednesday, June 24th at 6 p.m.

Both free classes will be taught classroom style in the “Buzz” Hill Education Center of the Orleans CCE office, while the remaining workshops will be hands-on classes in the Trolley Kitchen. The hands-on classes are all offered for a $15 per person fee and will focus on building participant’s skills in various methods of food preservation. Those class topics and dates are:

Jelly Workshop: Weds, May 6, 6 to 9 p.m.
Tomato Preservation: Weds, August 5, 6 to 9 p.m.
Pressure Canning: Weds, September 16, 6 to 9 p.m.
Mustard and Pesto Recipes: Weds, October 7th, 6 to 9 p.m.

Master Food Preservers are also so excited to announce two new youth canning classes in the schedule this year! The first class will be a Jam Making class offered on Saturday, June 13th, 1 to 4 p.m. and the second class will be on Tuesday, August 25th, 1 to 4 p.m. on “Canning 101” where students will learn to make a quick pickle recipe.

“I was inspired to offer a youth workshop in food preservation because I see a need today for kids to learn how to be self-sufficient in the home environment,” said Eileen Sorochty, MFP volunteer and one of the teachers for the youth classes. “I think it will give the children a feeling of accomplishment and build self-confidence. Besides, who doesn’t like strawberry jam or a great tasting pickle!”

Both youth classes are offered at a discounted rate of $5 per person. Attendees must be enrolled in 4-H (they can be enrolled the day of the class for an additional $5) and must be accompanied by an adult. Youth attending the June Jam Making class can enter their jams as exhibits in the Orleans County 4-H Fair!

Details on all classes can be found at the Orleans CCE website Events page (click here). Pre-registration is required for all classes – spots are limited. To register or for more details, please contact the Orleans CCE Master Food Preserver coordinator Katie Oakes at klo54@cornell.edu or 585-798-4265 ext. 125.

Albion ‘9’ shuts out Byron-Bergen

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 9 April 2026 at 2:30 pm

Photos by Cheryl Wertman – Nate Gibson hurled a one hit shutout for Albion this afternoon as the Purple Eagles downed visiting Byron-Bergen.

Scoring in four of the five innings, Albion posted a 10-0 run rule victory over visiting Byron-Bergen in a non league baseball game this afternoon.

Nate Gibson hurled a one hitter with 8 strikeouts for Albion which is now 1-2.

At the plate for the Purple Eagles Kaiden Froman had 3 hits and Elliott Trapiss and Viktor Snyder 2 each. Froman and Trapiss both drove in 3 runs and Gavin Boyce 2.

Albion moved on top to stay by scoring two quick runs in the first inning on an RBI single by Froman and a steal of home. A single by Snyder and a walk set up the threat.

The Purple Eagles quickly upped the lead to 6-0 by tallying four times in the second inning on an RBI double by Boyce, RBI singles by Trapiss and Froman and a fielders choice play.

Trapiss added a two-run single in the third frame for the Purple Eagles which closed out the win with two runs in the fifth on an RBI double by Froman and an error.

Albion next hosts Kendall in another non league contest at noon on Saturday.

Albion shortstop Elliott Trapiss takes the throw to tag out Byron-Bergen’s Liam Boyle at second base.

$1.65 million ask by county among funding requests for Tenney

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 9 April 2026 at 1:00 pm

Orleans wants to upgrade former GCC site in Albion, which is now used by Probation Department

Photo by Tom Rivers: The Probation Department now utilizes the former GCC building in Albion at 13925 Route 31, West Suite 200. The County Legislature approved paying $975,000 to Herring Enterprises of Holley for the building in October 2023. The county also bought 25.7 acres of vacant land from James Herring Sr., adjacent to the site for $500,000.

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney has released a list of funding requests for the 24^th Congressional District in New York, and noted a $1.65 million request from Orleans County to upgrade the former GCC site in Albion, which is now used by the Probation Department.

The Orleans County Legislature approved spending $975,000 for the GCC site on Route 31 in October 2023. It is now used by the Probation Department, which moved out of the Public Safety Building.

Lynne Johnson, the County Legislature chairwoman, said she and county officials met with Tenney and her staff in February to make the case for the funding and need to upgrade the county’s public safety facilities.

“Congresswoman Tenney promises us she would fight hard for our project and we are so grateful she has delivered,” Johnson said in a statement released by Tenney’s office.

Skip Draper, a county legislator on the Public Safety Committee, added, “These funds will help with the continued realignment of our public safety services, including the modernization of the former Genesee County Community College building in Albion for the Probation Department. This is an investment to help keep our community safe and we thank Congresswoman Tenney for her tremendous efforts.”

Tenney on Wednesday announced she has submitted 20 projects to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration through the Fiscal Year 2027 Community Project Funding process. Municipalities and nonprofit organizations can submit requests for federal funding for high-priority projects with strong local support. Each submission is reviewed to ensure transparency, accountability, and that taxpayer dollars are directed toward projects that deliver measurable benefits to communities across NY-24, Tenney said.

This year’s submissions focus on strengthening infrastructure, enhancing public safety, investing in clean water and drinking water systems, and supporting workforce development across Upstate New York, she said.

“Bureaucrats in Washington do not know our communities better than the people who actually live and work here,” Tenney said. “These projects reflect the priorities of local leaders across NY-24 and focus on delivering real results. From upgrading water systems and supporting first responders to investing in workforce development and economic growth, these submissions put our communities first. I will continue fighting to ensure these projects are funded and that every federal dollar sent back to our district is spent responsibly and effectively.”

The list of submitted projects in Tenney’s district include:

$1,000,000 for Town of Brutus – Joint Sanitary Sewer System Improvements
$5,000,000 for Genesee County / U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Section 219 Environmental Infrastructure Project
$1,803,820 for SUNY Genesee Community College – Welding Workforce Development Initiative
$2,000,000 for Town of Cape Vincent – Water District No. 7
$1,000,000 for Town of Pamelia – Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements and Expansion
$1,250,000 for Livingston County Sheriff’s Office – Mobile Command Vehicle Acquisition
$750,000 for Oak Orchard Community Health Center – Rural CARE (Community Access, Realignment and Expansion) Initiative
$1,000,000 for Niagara County Sheriff’s Office – In-Car Mobile Radio Replacement Project
$2,000,000 for Town of Porter – Waterline Improvement Project
$1,000,000 for Ontario County – Animal Care Facility Improvements
$7,000,000 for USDA Agricultural Research Service – National Grape Improvement Center
$1,000,000 for Ontario County – Wastewater Pump Station Modernization Project
$1,650,000 for Orleans County – Facility Rehabilitation for Seniors and Probation Services
$2,000,000 for Town of Volney – Sewer Project
$2,000,000 for Town of Reading – Water System Expansion
$1,000,000 for Town of Hastings – Wastewater System Expansion
$4,500,000 for New York State Veterans Cemetery – Finger Lakes – Infrastructure Improvements
$2,500,000 for Village of Newark – North Main Street Reconstruction
$1,429,600 for Village of Arcade – Waterline Replacement
$2,393,000 Village of Dresden – Water System Improvements

Albion students reset 3 newly painted historic markers

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 9 April 2026 at 9:35 am

Students also place a dozen new Revolutionary War bronze flag markers

Photos courtesy of Tim Archer

MEDINA – These Albion students, Blake Doty (left) and Jeffrey Echevarria, put a refurbished historic marker back on Wednesday. This marker is at the Millville Cemetery in the town of Shelby.

Albion students repainted four historic markers, a process that started in the fall.

This marker is on North Gravel Road (Route 63) just north of the lift bridge and Erie Canal. It notes the location of the first commercial quarry for Medina Sandstone. It was established by John Ryan.

Students on Wednesday also put a refurbished historic marker in Ridgeway on Route 104 where a tavern opened in 1811. The road was the first Indian Trail route then a stagecoach route.

A fourth historic marker for the Gaines Basin Schoolhouse was finished last fall. That schoolhouse was built in 1832 and is one of the oldest cobblestone buildings in the region.

The students also placed a dozen new Revolutionary War bronze flag markers on graves that didn’t have the markers. Jeffrey Echevarria is shown at the Gaines Cemetery placing a marker for John Percival. The markers were donated by the Orleans Chapter DAR.

Albion FD appreciates support with Subway fundraiser, sets April 18 for open house

Posted 9 April 2026 at 8:38 am

Press Release, Albion Fire Department

ALBION – The Albion Fire Department would like to extend its sincere appreciation to the members of our community who came out to support our Subway fundraiser on April 2.

Events like these play an important role in helping us continue to serve and protect the residents of Albion and Gaines.

We would also like to thank the staff at Subway for their partnership and hospitality.

The continued support from our community means more than words can express. It is an honor to serve such a dedicated and caring community.

Thank you again for standing with the Albion Fire Department.

We would also like to invite you on April 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the Recruit NY event at the Albion Fire Department, 108 N. Platt St. We will have information and demonstrations throughout the day.

If you’re not sure if you want to join, you are still welcome to stop down and chat with us.

Third bald eagle baby hatches at Iroquois refuge

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 8 April 2026 at 9:26 pm

Image taken from Pixcams: This picture shows a bald eagle feeding two chicks today. Three eaglets have recently hatched in this nest. One of the eaglets died on Monday after getting displaced in the nest.

BASOM – The third eaglet has hatched in a bald eagle nest at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge, 39 days after its mother laid the egg.

Many people have been following the progress through a nest cam. Click here to see a livestream made available by the Friends of the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge.

The third chick hatched late Tuesday night around midnight. For a while, the nest cam showed a broken shell with the chick nearly out. By early this morning there was an empty shell and with the fluffy eaglet next to its sibling.

The arrival of the eaglet was welcome news for the people following along through the nest cam. The first eaglet to hatch on April 1 sadly died on Monday when it was displaced in the nest by the mother’s foot.

Barker Community Band announces summer concert schedule

Posted 8 April 2026 at 7:27 pm

Press Release, Barker Community Band

BARKER – The Barker Community Band continues its 42nd season entertaining the Barker/Somerset community as well as those of several surrounding areas of western New York.

Founded in 1984 by Barker Central School instrumental music teacher Amrom Chodos, and currently under the conductorship of Kevin Hauser, the band has steadily grown and currently is comprised of members from Barker and others from Niagara, Orleans, Erie and Monroe counties.

Always seeking new musicians of varying abilities with a love for music and a willingness to practice toward improvement, current members range from high school age to senior citizens.

The band is part of Barker Central School’s Adult Education Program, and (except for January and February), rehearses year-round at the school on Mondays beginning at 7 p.m. For more information contact Marcia at (716) 946-1371.

The Barker Community Band’s 2026 summer schedule:

June 29 (Monday) at 6:30 p.m. – Yates Community Library, 15 N. Main St. Lyndonville
July 6 (Monday) at 7 p.m. – Hartland Church, 8019 Ridge Rd. Gasport
July 14 (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. – Wilson Historical Society, 641 Lake St. (Rt. 425) Wilson
July 25 (Saturday) at 4:30 p.m. – Barker Cornfest, Barker village park gazebo
July 27 (Monday) at 7 p.m. – Exley UMC; 7 pm; 338 Lake Str. (Rt. 425) Wilson
Aug. 9 (Sunday) at 2 p.m. – Olcott Gazebo, 5979 E. Main St. Olcott
Aug. 17 (Monday) at 6 p.m. – Faith UMC, 1449 Quaker Rd. Barker
Sept. 20 (Sunday) at 2 p.m. – Cobblestone Farm Festival, 7449 Lake Rd. Appleton

Kendall romps to non league softball win

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 8 April 2026 at 7:09 pm

Scoring runs in bunches, Kendall romped to a 16-1 non league softball win over Aquinas this afternoon.

Izzy D’Agostino, Sophia Picardo and Teagan Shaw each had two hits for Kendall which scored 4 runs in the second inning and 5 in both the fourth and sixth frames. Shaw and Brooke Rodas both had doubles.

Brooke Miller picked up the win in the circle scattering 5 hits and striking out 1.

JFK spoils Medina’s non league season opener; Tonawanda downs Albion

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 8 April 2026 at 6:58 pm

Photo by Cheryl Wertman – Medina’s Vinny Gray slides into second base with a double ahead of the throw to JFK’s Owen Schmitt during this afternoon’s game at Vets Park won by the visiting Bears.

Stymied on five hits, Medina dropped a 4-1 decision to JFK in the Mustangs non league season opening baseball game this afternoon at Vets Park.

Medina’s lone run came in the sixth inning as Vinny Gray doubled and came home on a single by Preston Woodworth.

Woodworth also had a single in the first inning, Cam Fike a double in the fourth inning and Jacob Duffina a single in the seventh to account for the Mustangs other hits.

JFK scored solo runs in the second and sixth innings and two in the third.

Medina next hosts Alexander at 2:30 p.m. Saturday in another non league contest.

Tonawanda 11, Albion 2
Albion had only four hits in an 11-2 non league loss at Tonawanda.

The Purple Eagles two runs came in the seventh inning on an RBI single by Kaiden Froman and an error.

Gavin Boyce, Elliott Trapiss and Alakai Colmenero had Albion’s other hits.

Tonawanda scored in four of the first five innings tallying twice in the first and second, three times in the third and four more in the fifth.

Albion next hosts Byron-Bergen tomorrow at noon.

Call me cranky, but don’t give up prime parking spaces at the grocery store for online shoppers

By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 8 April 2026 at 6:14 pm

I think I might be getting cranky in my old age. Eighty-seven does qualify as “old,” doesn’t it?

What is making me cranky right now are grocery stores. Stores you are familiar with and love shopping at – until one day you walk in and nothing is where it used to be.

I know what their theory is – if you can’t find what you want, you walk around and pick up a cart full of things you had no intention of buying and probably don’t need or even have a use for. But you’ve put more money in their pocket.

That happened to me recently and I was being particularly cranky that day, so I told the lady stocking a shelf that I couldn’t find what I wanted and I was not going to play their games looking for it. I told her one of the things I wanted was corned beef, so I was heading for the meat aisle, which they hadn’t moved, and getting my corned beef and leaving. Then I got in my car and drove to the discount grocery in Albion – where everything is in the same place and there is always a place to park near the door.

Oh yeah. Parking is another issue. Our local discount store some time ago decided to take three prime parking spaces closest to the door and devote them solely to online shoppers. Boy, does that irk me. So they have three spaces for online shoppers, who may or may not be elderly or handicapped, and two parking spaces reserved for “handicapped.” I call that discrimination.

When they first made that designation, I didn’t shop there for a year. Instead I drove 10 miles to the other store, which still has all their handicap parking close to the door. And people who elect to drive to the store and do their own shopping are not penalized.

The way I see it, if for whatever reason, you elect to have someone else do your shopping for you, you have priority. I realize some people find it impossible to physically go to the store, but in the instance of this local store, the online shopper could easily pull up next to the building while the clerk brings his or her groceries to the car. No parking spaces would be occupied.

I go by that store nearly every day, and sometimes several times a day. And rarely do I ever see a car parked in those three “reserved for online shoppers” parking spaces. Yet, the manager of the store told me they are often full. I haven’t seen more than one car there in the nearly two years. And most of the time, they are all empty.

For that matter, online parking spaces could be reserved farther from the door. The store employee who brings the groceries to the car is not handicapped and would have no trouble pushing a grocery cart to the second row or even the back of the parking lot. And leave those spaces closest to the door for those who make the extra effort to come to the store and do their own shopping.

When a shopper, like me, who is elderly and maybe finds walking a little difficult, can’t find a space close to the store, they have to walk all the way to the back of the parking lot, unload their groceries, walk all the way back to return the cart and then make the trip back to the car.

I have even defiantly parked in an online space on occasion, but then decided why should I park illegally to shop at a store that doesn’t consider me a priority.

I tried to shop at that store again, and not only were the two handicap spaces filled, but the entire parking lot was full, except for the very back row, farthest from the door. While the three online shopping spaces were all empty. So you know what I did.

I drove to Albion and spent my $100 there. And I had a parking space closest to the door.