By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 6 June 2015 at 12:00 am
Photos By Tom Rivers
HOLLEY – The Murray Holley June Fest concluded with a loud and colorful fireworks show at the Holley soccer field tonight.
The fireworks capped a perfect day for the festival, with beautiful weather for people to enjoy a full schedule of events from the morning to the night, said David Dill, festival chairman.
He said today’s festival was the best in the event’s history.
These photos show a light pole at the soccer field and part of the bleachers.
This young observer gets a picture of the fireworks.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 6 June 2015 at 12:00 am
Photos by Tom Rivers
HOLLEY – A pack of runners, including Tristan Bridges in blue, takes off at the beginning of the 5-kilometer race in Holley this morning.
Bridges of Brockport was first in the 30-39 age group with a time of 18:52.
The 19th annual Jim Ferris Memorial Race drew about 100 runners to Holley this morning for the race in honor of a Holley native who was a top runner in the Rochester region. Mr. Ferris died in 1994.
Jane Ferris, Ferris’s daughter, handed out medals during an awards program. She thanked the Holley community for continuing the race.
“Running was my father’s passion,” she said. “It’s an honor to keep his memory alive after 21 years.”
Kenny Goodfellow, 25, of Rochester was the top overall winner with a time of 16:25. He is pictured on the Erie Canal near the 2-mile mark.
Kristina Martin of Holley was the second fastest woman with a time of 18:57.
Tom Dutton, 69, of Livonia finished the course in 23:17, the fastest time for men 40 and older.
A group of runners travel down the towath by the Erie Canal as part of the race this morning.
Chris Wilber of Brockport and Albion native Trisha Byler of Rochester race near the end of the course. Wilber, 24, was fourth fastest man in 18:27 and Byler was the fastest woman with a time of 18:31.
Timothy Skrypnik of Holley prepares to cross the finish line. He completed the course in 25:23.
Samuel Glushefski, 8, and his brother Jesse Glushefski, 19, finish the race together in a time of 24:57. The brothers are from Clarence and attend the Old Paths Bible Baptist Church in Clarendon, where several members ran the race today and volunteered at a water stop.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 5 June 2015 at 12:00 am
HENRIETTA – An Albion police officer and the department’s new K-9 dog, Rex, were in an accident on Thursday night in Henrietta.
Officer Robert Wagner and Rex are both OK but the K-9 vehicle sustained “substantial damage,” Police Chief Roland Nenni said.
An insurance company is evaluating the vehicle to determine the next steps, Nenni said.
Wagner and Rex are attending the 14-week training for free through the Rochester Police Department, which is training three new police dogs.
The Albion vehicle was in an accident at about 11:30 p.m. on Thursday when another motorist failed to yield at Still Pond Way. That vehicle pulled out in front of the Albion Police Department SUV on East River Road in Henrietta, Time Warner Cable News reported.
The impact of the crash caused the car to hit another vehicle waiting at a stop sign. The police SUV then went off the road, crashing into a telephone pole, Time Warner Cable News reported.
Nenni said Wagner and Rex are expected to complete their training next month, towards the middle or end of July.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 5 June 2015 at 12:00 am
MEDINA – Don Organisciak worked 30 years as a police officer for Medina, with 16 years as a patrolman, then a year as a sergeant and the final 13 years as the Medina Police Department’s first full-time criminal investigator.
Organisciak retired in June 2008 and would work two more years as the school resource officer for Lyndonville Central School.
He misses police work and welcomes the chance to return to law enforcement. On Wednesday he was backed by the Democratic Party as its candidate for sheriff.
“I wouldn’t reinvent the wheel,” he said about the job as sheriff. “I’m a cop’s cop. If you don’t have happy employees they won’t want to work for you.”
Organisciak currently is a part-time school bus driver in Medina. He has lived in Medina all of his life. He and his wife Jacalyn have two grown sons.
Organisciak said his top goals would be good response times for officers called for complaints and emergencies, and a department with strong morale.
“The first thing is to protect the residents of Orleans County,” he said. “With the staff I’d have an open-door policy.”
There is now a three-way battle to be the next sheriff to succeed Scott Hess, who is retiring on Dec. 31. The Republican Party endorsed Tom Drennan, chief deputy of the Sheriff’s Department, and the Conservative Party backed Randy Bower, a dispatcher for the Sheriff’s Department.
Republicans holds a 2-1 edge in enrollment over Democrats in Orleans County and that makes it difficult for a Democrat to win a county-wide election.
However, political observers note that Drennan and Bower could split the Republican vote, and Organisciak could pull out a narrow win in November with a big turnout from Democrats as well as votes for Organisciak from other residents.
Organisciak said he believes he has the experience to do the job and be a strong leader for the department. The job is largely administrative, but Organisciak said he wouldn’t limit himself to working at a desk.
“I’d be a working sheriff,” he said. “I wouldn’t ask my men to do anything I wouldn’t do myself. From my time as criminal investigator, I’m used to being called out at night.”
Organisciak said he knows many of the officers in the Sheriff’s Department, State Police and even FBI from his time as criminal investigator.
“I have a good rapport with the other law enforcement agencies,” he said.
By Kristina Gabalski, Correspondent Posted 5 June 2015 at 12:00 am
Water rates, public infrastructure, vacant homes among issues in June 16 village election
HOLLEY – Village residents head to the polls on June 16 to elect two members to the Village Board. Three candidates are running for the two trustee spots. Newcomer Sondra Knight and incumbents Stanley “Skip” Carpenter and Brian Sorochty will be on the ballot.
Carpenter is a lifelong resident and has many years of service to the Holley community. He served four years in the US Air Force and one year in the Army Reserves. He also was a Holley police officer and Holley’s Postmaster for 19 years.
He served three terms as Holley mayor and several terms as a trustee.
Skip Carpenter
“I am running for the position of trustee because our village faces numerous issues,” Carpenter said. “It is both challenging and rewarding to be part of a team that strives to make decisions based on the best interest of all residents.”
Carpenter notes a number of current important issues facing the village, which include the formation of an LDC.
“After many years, the village board finally formed a Land Development Corporation which means at long last we will acquire the ‘Diaz houses’ from the EPA,” he said. “These properties can now be sold and added to our tax rolls.”
He said the Village Board must come up with ideas to solve, “the financial problems we face without taxing the village out of existence.”
Water rates are another issue of concern. “We must reach out to a water authority entity and investigate the option of joining in order to reduce rates,” Carpenter said. “In my opinion our current rate of $6.10/1,000 gallons is unacceptable.”
Infrastructure is also a concern.
“We need to address the antiquated structures that are not visible to us as we go about our daily lives,” he said. “We must remember that some of these structures are decades old and are in need of repair and replacement.”
If re-elected, Carpenter says he would work for “… cheaper water rates, tax rate controls, improved sidewalks and roadways, continued beautification of the Canal Park and a plan to attract businesses to our Industrial Park.”
Carpenter said the best part of living in Holley is the small community atmosphere in a rural setting and having family and friends that live there also.
“I would appreciate the peoples’ vote for trustee and promise to keep the best interest of the Village of Holley first and foremost in my decision making if you decide to re-elect me,” Carpenter said.
Brian Sorochty
Brian Sorochty, who also serves as Holley’s deputy mayor, has eight years of experience on the Village Planning Board and has served the last two years on the Village Board, which he says provides him with a, “unique, valuable set of skills to bring to this position.”
He has lived in Holley most of his life and he and his wife are raising their family in the village. “We love being a part of this community,” he says. “I have been in my current profession, which is consulting engineering for civil, land development and natural gas engineering projects, for 25 years. This experience has taught me much about managing people, developing relationships, and operating a successful business.”
Sorochty said he is running for re-election because there is much more he would like to accomplish.
“I feel with my professional experience combined with the experience I have gained over the last two years in being a very active member of the board, that I can continue to be an integral part of affecting the changes that are needed in this community,” he said.
Issues of concern for the village include balancing the ever-increasing cost to operational efforts and a shrinking tax base with the continued need to maintain the expected level of services in the village and low taxes for village residents.
“More specifically, we have an aging infrastructure, particularly with respect to the water system and our sidewalks which will require planning and substantial funds to make the necessary improvements/repairs,” Sorochty said. “We also have an increasing need for our village Police Department which needs to be staffed and funded properly in order to be effective. We also have approximately 23 vacant homes, including eight that were affected by the Diaz incident from many years ago which are not on the tax rolls.”
If re-elected, Sorochty says he will continue to work with the recently created Village of Holley LDC to address vacant properties in the village and get them back on the market so they will eventually be occupied by families again. He would also like to “…work with our LDC and Village Board members to encourage developers to examine the re-use of the old Holley High School property,” he said.
Additionally, Sorochty said the water system and its rules and rates need to be analyzed and a long term plan devised to reduce water rates and have the ability to make the necessary improvements for the future needs and quality of public water.
He said he would “continue to work with the mayor, board and village staff to develop and manage a solid budget as well as develop a long term plan to address issues like our water and sidewalk infrastructure, the needs of our Police Department, and the general organizational structure of the village. Lastly, continue to pursue grants to assist with the above-mentioned goals and further the improvements to our community like what we have seen recently in the Village Square.”
Sorochty said the village is a beautiful and historic place to raise a family. “The services that are offered for your tax dollar and the people here make it a great place to live. We have great amenities here such as the canal, the Falls, and an abundance of trails which are great for hiking or biking,” he said.
Sorochty also notes that much as been accomplished during his two years on the board, accomplishments which he says were a true team effort amongst the board, village staff and supervisors, the Fire District, and the neighboring communities such as Albion, Murray and Clarendon.
“We have all worked together in a cooperative and collaborative way to make these
positive changes. Keeping this momentum going is what my main priority will be should I be re-elected this June,” he said.
Sondra Knight
Political newcomer Sondra Knight is running to “give people another choice. There is limited transparency in local government,” she said. “A lot of people don’t know they can be involved and do have a choice.”
Knight has two children, ages three and seven. She and her husband have lived in Holley for about one year. Knight grew up in Hamlin and graduated from Brockport Central High School.
She is very involved in volunteer activities locally, including the Cub Scouts in Holley, work at her church, especially with the pre-school class, and volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House. She is also starting to work in prison ministry.
“My biggest job is my kids, but I enjoy volunteer work and find it fulfilling,” Knight said. “I love helping people and working with little kids.”
Knight says she became interested in running for the Village Board after talking to people about what is going on in the village. She says a neighbor told her that two trustee seats are up for election this year.
She says issues of importance are the village Police Department and emergency services. “Having a police department is very beneficial,” she said.
Knight and her husband lost an infant to SIDS – a loss she says makes her appreciate police and emergency services.
“Knowing you have somebody right here is so important,” she explained.
She is also concerned about abandoned buildings and homes in the village as well as taxes.
“We have to make sure hard-earned tax money is spent appropriately,” Knight said.
The village has so much potential, she noted.
“I drive through and there is not too much to do. We have a beautiful waterfall and park. I have a strong, genuine care for the village and the people who live here.”
Knight said she likes living in Holley because of the “old-fashioned, small town feel,” which she would like to preserve. She also says she appreciates her friendly neighbors.
“A a trustee, I would be able to talk to people and see what ideas the people have and come to a suitable common solution,” Knight said. “I would be a voice for the people. The village belongs to everybody who lives here.”
Polls are open from noon to 9 p.m. on June 16 at the Village Clerk’s Office, 72 Public Square.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 5 June 2015 at 12:00 am
Photos by Tom Rivers
ALBION – Mandi Covis, a senior at Albion High School, stands by a display she made highlighting her internship experience with Hospice of Orleans.
Covis did administrative work for Hospice and also spent serving at the residence for terminally ill patients. She impressed Hospice staff so much she was offered a summer job.
“She was a tremendous asset,” said Nyla Gaylord, Hospice’s director of development. “She is tremendously creative. She is a quick study and very bright.”
Covis is one of 25 Albion seniors who did internships since January, working with local businesses and organizations. This morning there was a reception in the high school cafeteria, highlighting the students and their intern experiences.
Covis is considering a career in nursing or health services administration. She will attend Kent State in the fall. She said the health field is strong with a good chance for landing a job after she graduates.
Lorena Martinez did an internship with the Eagles Pride Daycare at the Albion Middle School. She will attend Genesee Community College in the fall to pursue a degree in early childhood development.
“Every time I walk in they smile,” she said about the preschoolers.
She worked with Eagles Pride staff to encourage the children to use words.
“You have to be really patient,” she said about working with the preschoolers. “They’re still young and learning.”
Elizabeth Bentley, right, interned at the Medina Veterinary Clinic. She is pictured with Patty Welker, a member of the Veterinary Clinic. Bentley observed surgeries and helped with tasks at the vet clinic on Route 63.
Bentley wants to be a large animal vet. She has worked the past five years feeding calves at the Van Lieshout Farm in Barre. She is attending Alfred University this fall with a pre-vet major in biology.
Xochitl Rosario interned with first grade teacher Kelly Wadhams. The experience confirmed Rosario’s goal to become an elementary school teacher.
“It was really helpful,” Rosario said. “It showed me what to expect in this career.”
She helped students with their reading, and did many arts and crafts projects with them, helping them to learn. She spent two to three hours in the classroom most school days, often reading to the students.
“I want to be there for them,” she said about her goal to become a teacher. “I love them a lot.”
She plans to attend GCC for her associate’s degree and then transfer to Brockport State College.
Susan Starkweather Miller serves as the internship coordinator. She said few rural schools have such a program, connecting students to work experiences in the community.
“We’re fortunate so many businesses and organizations are willing to work with our students and provide meaningful work experiences for them,” she said.
The following students did internships: Jayne Bannister, Nita Bela, Elizabeth Bentley, Adryan Cheeseboro, Madyson Coville, Amanda Covis, Isabella Cox, Dominic DiCureia, Nicholas Ettinger, Laura Flanagan, Lorena Martinez, Sara Maxon, Elena Mergler, Sarah Metzler, Gary Moore, Justice Nauden, Charlene Olick, Carol Pritchard, Xochitl Rosario, Megan Rosato, Jacia Schick, Morgan Seielstad, Emily Shabazz, David Stilwell and Jordan Tucker.
The following served as internship sites: Albion Central School, Albion Police Department, Country Lane Veterinary Services, CRFS’s information technology department, Dance Reflections with Miss Heather, Fuller & Company, GCASA, Hospice of Orleans County, Le Roy Physical Therapy, Medina High School FFA, Medina Veterinary Clinic, Orleans Community Health’s physical therapy department, Orleans County Sheriff’s Department, Pathstone, Phoenix Fitness, Rosenkranz Pharmacy, Saint-Gobain Adfors, Village of Albion Water Treatment Plant and YMCA Eagle’s Pride Daycare.
State Sen. Robert Ortt R-North Tonawanda) serves as co-chairman of the New York State Senate Joint Task Force on Heroin and Opioid Addiction. He announced the Senate will soon be acting on several bills to help decrease heroin deaths and put more drug dealers behind bars for selling dangerous opioids.
Ortt, along with Task Force Co-Chairmen Sen. George A. Amedore, Jr. (R-Rotterdam) and Sen. Terrence Murphy (R-Yorktown), said the Senate is expected to vote on the package of bills next week, before the end of the legislative session.
The legislation follows a series of Task Force forums held over the past several weeks in Lewiston, Rochester, Yorktown and Albany. The forums were meant to collect information and examine the issues created by increased heroin abuse that is causing hundreds of deaths in communities across the state. The bills address concerns raised by law enforcement, health and mental health experts, victims’ advocates, local residents and other participants.
“We’ve gathered input from experts and community members and have now taken the next step to fight this war against drugs,” Ortt said. “This sensible legislation will help prevent drug abuse, addiction and related crime, and provide families with better access to treatment programs. While these new laws are the Task Force’s next step, they are certainly not the last. Our fight will not end when session does this month. We are committed to remaining vigilant in order to put an end to this widespread epidemic.”
The preliminary package of bills to be acted on next week build on the Senate legislation successfully enacted last year as a result of the Task Force’s efforts. In addition, the 2015-16 state budget included significant funding for programs targeting the heroin crisis, including: $7.8 million in funding for statewide prevention, treatment and recovery services; $450,000 to purchase Narcan kits given out for free to individuals who participate in a Narcan training class; and $140,000 to finance the cost of Narcan kits for staff and nurses authorized to administer Narcan in the event of a heroin or opioid overdose at school.
Next week’s legislative package will include:
Establishing the crime of homicide by sale of an opioid controlled substance, also known as “Laree’s Law” (S4163), sponsored by Senator Amedore: Allows law enforcement to charge a drug dealer with homicide if a person died from an opiate controlled substance sold by that dealer. The law specifically targets those who seek to profit from heroin and other opioid sales – not a witness or other person who may have been doing drugs (i.e. a “co-user”) with the victim at the time of the accidental overdose. In 2011, New York adopted a “Good Samaritan” law that shields individuals from charges related to an accidental overdose if they try to help the victim by timely reporting the incident.
Expanding the crime of operating as a major trafficker (S4177), sponsored by Senator Murphy: Helps strengthen the laws relating to major drug traffickers to more accurately reflect the nature of their criminal enterprises and increase successful prosecutions. The bill changes the number of persons needing to be involved and charged as part of a drug organization from four to three. Also, to reflect the low street prices of heroin, the bill lowers the minimum required proceeds from the sale of controlled substances during a 12-month period from $75,000 to $25,000.
Facilitating the conviction of drug dealers (S100), sponsored by Senator Phil Boyle (R-Suffolk County): Allows someone to be charged with the crime of intent to sell if they possessed 50 or more packages of a Schedule I opium derivative, or possessed $300 or more worth of such drugs. Because of the physical nature of heroin, dealers can carry large quantities of the drug before triggering a felony charge of possession. Conversely, due to the nature of heroin use and addiction, most heroin users do not possess more heroin than they intend to use at that time, as someone high on heroin has no impulse control and will continue to consume all heroin available until it is gone.
Improving safety at judicial diversion programs (S1901), sponsored by Senator John Bonacic (R-Mount Hope): Requires a court, in determining a defendant’s eligibility for a judicial diversion program for alcohol or substance abuse treatment, to consider the underlying charges and the defendant’s propensity for violent conduct. The bill also requires the facility treating a defendant under this diversion program to notify the local law enforcement of the defendant’s placement and arrest record, and to submit a security plan to the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) to provide for the safety of staff residents and the community. Finally, this bill allows a defendant to appear via video conference, and makes unauthorized departure from a rehabilitation facility a class D felony.
Preventing the sale of synthetic opioids (S1640), sponsored by Senator Jeffery D. Klein (D-Bronx): Expands the list of controlled substances in schedules I, II, III, IV, and V to include any controlled substance which is intended for human consumption and is structurally or pharmacologically substantially similar to, or is represented as being similar to heroin, opium, or other opioid-based narcotic. This would help combat the quickly-moving world of designer drugs.
Expanding treatment options for individuals in judicial diversion programs for opioid abuse or dependence (S4239B), sponsored by Senator Murphy: Provides that under no circumstances shall a defendant who requires treatment for opioid abuse or dependence be deemed to have violated the release conditions on the basis of his or her participation in medically prescribed drug treatments while under the care of a qualified and licensed physician acting within the scope of his or her lawful practice.
Establishing assisted outpatient treatment for substance use disorders (S631), sponsored by Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland): Enables a court to order assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) for an individual with a substance use disorder who, due to his or her addiction, poses a threat to him or herself or others.
Increasing the effectiveness of abuse prevention (S2847), sponsored by Senator Andrew Lanza (R-Staten Island): Requires the Department of Health to assign at least one investigator from the Bureau of Narcotics Enforcement to each county within New York City.
Additional forums will be planned for more New York communities in the fall. The Task Force will then issue a comprehensive report with recommendations for further legislative action.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 June 2015 at 9:42 am
Provided photo – Shannon Vanderlaan of Albion holds one of the rabbits that was scooped up from Route 31 at about 9 p.m. today near Wal-Mart.
ALBION – A dozen rabbits were rescued from busy traffic on Route 31 tonight after the rabbits were dumped in the road.
There were likely more than a dozen rabbits that were dropped on Route 31, just west of Albion near the Allen Road intersection.
Passing motorists stopped and were able to grab many of the rabbits.
Shelley Pollock-Kavulich was the first to pull over. She put on her flashers and called 911.
“I am glad they are safe,” she said about the rabbits. “I just wish I got a license plate for them to get in trouble for what they did.”
Karen Conn, her husband Mitch Conn and Karen’s daughter Shannon Vanderlaan were riding together from Medina to Albion when they encountered the rabbits in the road. The family pulled over and helped corral the rabbits.
“They were all scared,” Mrs. Conn said tonight. “They were are right in the middle of the road.”
She held one and could feel it’s heart racing. The Conn family ended up keeping one of the rabbits at the suggestion of a deputy at the scene. The rest of the rabbits were put in the back of the deputy’s SUV.
There were 11 rabbits taken to the Orleans County Animal Shelter in Barre at the corner of routes 31A and 98.
A dispatcher said the rabbits were dumped by someone driving a white full-size van. The rabbits were good size and domesticated, the dispatcher said.
Conn said some of the rabbits made it to the bushes by the road. She thinks a few may have gotten away without someone picking them up after they were dropped in the road.
Conn was happy to see motorists and one man on a bicycle stop and help the rabbits. She remains mystified that the rabbits would be unloaded like that in such a busy road.
“It was such a bizarre situation,” she said. “I can’t believe someone would do that.”
For more information about the rabbits and the hours at the animal shelter, call dispatch at (585) 589-5527.
MEDINA – The workers for Orleans Community Health have reached a tentative labor deal and called off a one-day strike planned for June 12, officials at 1199SEIU Healthcare Workers East announced this morning.
The union represents 272 employees at Orleans Community Health. Union members must ratify the contract before it takes effect. The vote is next week.
The union said the three-year labor agreement would run from Jan. 1, 2015 to Dec. 31, 2017. The agreement includes annual wage increases that are retroactive and continues step increases.
The deal keeps shift differentials for registered nurses and increased shift differentials for workers in the service and maintenance and LPN and technical bargaining units.
The contract also maintains the workers’ “Training and Education Fund” and keep health benefits without any increases in premiums, deductibles or co-pays, according to the union.
The workers have been without a contract since Dec. 31, 2014. The night of settlement marked 39 times that the workers and the hospital were at the bargaining table, according to the union. A federal mediator was at negotiations for the last 10 sessions.
“We are please that the employer recognized that there is a direct connection between the livelihood of healthcare workers and quality care,” said 1199SEIU organizer Michele Jerge. “For instance, how can healthcare workers assist the injured and ill, if they are worried about making ends at home, or job security? Orleans Community Health is an important employer in this community. Good jobs translate into a local economy that can thrive. Our issues are everyone’s issues.”
The union represents 272 healthcare workers at Orleans Community Health in three different bargaining units: service & maintenance, LPNs & technical, and RNs.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 June 2015 at 12:00 am
School district also recognizes retiring staff
Emily Wemmer
ALBION – A high school English teacher who has served as advisor to the Student Council has been named “Educator of the Year” by the Board of Education.
Emily Wemmer was announced as the top educator during an awards reception on Monday, just before the Board of Education meeting.
Board President Margy Brown noted that Wemmer started her career at Albion in 2007 and attained tenure in 2010. She has served a Student Council advisor since 2009.
“Her work with this group has really made an impact with her students and the community,” Brown said. “The group has made a commitment to community service and runs several clothing and food drives throughout the year. They host an annual Costume Closet in October of each year to help families celebrate Halloween.”
The Student Council also has been active with the Golisano Children’s Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House with events such as the annual “Walk for a Cause” in September.
The group collects cleaning supplies for the Ronald McDonald House and pop tabs are donated to the Golisano Children’s Hospital. The hospital recycles the tabs and the proceeds help fund life-saving treatments, Brown said.
Wemmer and the Student Council also organize the annual Senior Citizens’ Day, which is popular with both students and seniors.
Provided photo – The following Albion Central School staff are retiring after this school year, from left: Judy Brace, Linda Logan, Dawn Bower, Pat West and Sharon Lang. Missing from photo include Anna Klosin and Richard Sanford.
The Board of Education also recognized retiring staff during Monday’s reception.
The following are retiring: Judy Brace after 27 years, Linda Logan after 34 years, Anna Klosin after 30 years, Dawn Bower with 23 years of service, Pat West with 22 years, Sharon Lang with 19 years and Richard Sanford with 15 years.
This group of retirees has more than 170 combined years of service to the Albion Central School.
The board also recognized teachers and staff for the following milestone anniversaries:
10 years of service: Jill Albertson, Melody Beecher, Dawn Brower, Patricia Levandowski, Holly McNair and Cassondra Schomske.
15 years: Lu Johnson, Christopher Keller, Adam Krenning, Shawn Ragonese, Jennifer Rowe, Richard Sanford, Kevin Smith and Angie Wolfe.
20 years: Kevin Feder, Cathy Galbreth, Carrie Kozody, Terri Monacelli, Toni Plummer, Tom Ritchey, Pam Sargent, Richard Shrout, Sue Webster and Kelly Wadhams.
25 years: Jodi Shaffer, Karen Spierdowis and Lisa Werner.
30 years: David Draper, Paul Drought, Ralph Englert, Anna Klosin, Douglas Mergler, Ellen Reichert Goff, Gary Simboli, Wayne Wadhams and Kathy Winans.
