BND United Hockey is excited to announce its Pickleball Tournament, scheduled for Sunday, August 18. The event will take place at Batavia High School, located at 260 State St., Batavia on the tennis courts.
The tournament will feature two sessions:
AM Flight: 9 a.m. - Noon
PM Flight: 1 - 4 p.m. (if needed)
This fun, non-sanctioned event is designed to bring pickleball enthusiasts together while supporting the BND United Hockey program. The cost to participate is $20 per person or $40 per team, with a doubles format.
Participants will enjoy a hot dog, water, outdoor games (cornhole, can jam, ping pong), and music. For those who need a doubles partner, arrangements will be made.
To register, please contact John Kirkwood at jkusa1989@gmail.com. Indicate your preferred session or your availability for either. Registration fees can be paid via check made out to BND United Hockey, Venmo @John-Kirkwood-13, or cash on the day of the event.
Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams in each flight, and the tournament will help raise funds for the upcoming hockey season.
For more information, please contact John Kirkwood at the email address above.
By Genesee County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
Check out these highlights of Al Fresco dining locations in Genesee County. Whether it’s a quick bite between stops or a fine waterfront evening, there's a restaurant with outdoor seating for every palate. From cozy country diners to romantic dinners for two, delicious is the name of the game in these parts. Whether it be steaks and pasta, pizza and wings, or local favorites like beef on weck and the infamous “garbage plate” - there is one thing we know how to do in Genesee County, and it’s eat!
Batavia, NY
Batavia's Original Pizzeria Enjoy classic pizzas, pastas, calzones, and more at Batavia’s Original Pizzeria. Families and large groups are welcome, and kids will love making their own pizzas. The screened-in patio is perfect for summer dining. With gluten-free and vegetarian options available, there's something for everyone!
Copperhead Creek Bar A country-themed bar featuring live music, pool, and darts. The menu includes pulled pork sliders, burgers, pizza, salads, and more. Enjoy the fun atmosphere and outdoor seating.
Eden Café & Bakeshop Genesee County's first and only vegan restaurant offers pub favorites with a vegan twist. Try the Carrot Dog, Cauliflower Wings, and house-made juices. Enjoy outdoor seating, and don’t forget guilt-free desserts like Cashew Cheesecake or a Brownie!
Main Street Pizza Company Enjoy fresh air, a view of Downtown Batavia's vibrant Main Street, and pizza! Try hot subs, cold subs, calzones, paninis, and specialty "Subzoni." Try one (or several) of the 32 wing flavors, or order from their extensive menu of Italian-American specialties.
Miss Batavia Diner Enjoy friendly service and iconic diner fare at this locally owned gem. Miss Batavia offers homemade dishes like Pittsburgh Steak and Olympian Chicken Salad. The outdoor patio provides a perfect spot for a relaxing meal in the fresh air. Fast, friendly service ensures a delightful dining experience every time.
O'Lacy's Irish Pub This quaint pub offers American cuisine with an Irish flair. Enjoy a full-service bar with 16 premium taps and homemade chips and dips in their outdoor seating area.
Rancho Viejo Mexican Restaurant Savor fresh and homemade authentic Mexican food on Rancho Viejo newly developed outdoor patio. Don’t miss their margarita flight – choose from six great flavors!
Roman's Experience traditional Italian dining with wood-fired pizza, cocktails, and one of the best wine lists in the area. The outdoor seating area is perfect for a relaxing meal.
T.F. Brown's Restaurant Open daily for lunch and dinner, T.F. Brown's offers WNY favorites like wings and beef on weck. The patio is ideal for enjoying their robust entertainment schedule.
Terry Hills Golf Course, Restaurant & Banquet Facility Voted the #1 public golf course in WNY, Terry Hills offers a picturesque setting for dining. Their patio is the best around for enjoying a meal after a round of golf or cocktails with friends!
The Coffee Press Stop by The Coffee Press for specialty drinks, teas, smoothies, and quick breakfast and lunch options. Their outdoor seating is perfect for enjoying a sunny day.
Corfu & Darien, NY
Indian Falls Log Cabin Restaurant This local favorite offers fantastic views and delicious dishes like beef on weck and BBQ. The outdoor seating provides a great spot to relax and enjoy the countryside.
My Saloon Western New York's best-kept secret offers homemade food, soups, beef on weck, salads, and chicken wings. The friendly staff, atmosphere, and outdoor patio make it a great stop before heading to Six Flags Darien Lake, the Finger Lakes, or Letchworth State Park.
LeRoy & Stafford, NY
Farmer's Creekside Tavern & Inn Nestled on the banks of Oatka Creek, Farmer's Creekside offers casual and fine dining with beautiful views. Enjoy a drink by the waterfront or dine on the elevated decks. Live music on select dates makes for an unforgettable evening.
LeRoy Country Club LeRoy Country Club features an 18-hole golf course and a wonderful restaurant. Enjoy trivia night every Wednesday and dine on their patio while soaking in the serene view.
Red Osier Landmark Restaurant This historic restaurant serves over a ton of top quality, aged, and well-marbled prime rib each week. Enjoy your meal on the newly built outdoor patio, which also hosts local bands on select evenings.
Smokin' Eagle BBQ & Brew Slow-smoked BBQ and craft beer at this laid-back spot – what could be better!? The patio offers a scenic view of Oatka Creek, making it a perfect place to unwind with live music.
The Tiny Piney This bungalow shanty-style pub offers cold drinks, awesome burgers, and a place where friends hang out. Enjoy their outdoor volleyball courts and casual dining.
Oakfield, NY
Caryville Inn Caryville's outdoor patio offers a delightful dining experience with various lunch and dinner options. Savor their slow-roasted prime rib, classic fish fry, or chicken cordon bleu while enjoying the charming outdoor ambiance. Perfect for a relaxing meal in the fresh air!
Pavilion, NY
BW's Restaurant at Davis Countryside Meadows After a day on the greens, BW's Restaurant offers hearty cuisine and an on-site bar to quench your thirst. Enjoy the perfect mix of golf and food in a relaxing outdoor setting.
Satisfy your cravings while enjoying the fresh air and beautiful scenery as you enjoy a meal at one of our restaurants with seasonal outdoor dining! For a complete list of our dining options, visit: https://visitgeneseeny.com/where-to-eat
Out with the old: one of several pieces from the former Pembroke Primary School playground that is now up for auction. Photo from Bontrager Auction site.
Although the Pembroke community had to say goodbye to a decades-old tradition of having the wooden primary school playground available for hundreds of youngsters to use, the district is beginning anew with a community build that will hopefully draw many hands to help build a new, more inclusive playground with 2023 capital project funds, Superintendent Matthew Calderon says.
“We are thankful for those who are stepping up to volunteer to help us build a safer playground for our children to enjoy for the next 30 years, with greater accessibility for students with special needs,” Calderon said to The Batavian. “Certainly, the wooden playground built in the early 1990s holds a special place in our hearts and served us well. Unfortunately, it became too hazardous to maintain, and we are excited about the opportunity the community has to collaborate once again to benefit our children and others from surrounding areas.”
School officials have scheduled Aug. 20 to 31 for the “community build,” a time when folks from various backgrounds and skill sets will come together to lend a hand and help put together the design of this modern play set to serve children of all needs. It’s to serve as a “cornerstone for the school and the neighborhood, with a similar large footprint and local form theme and touches of the iconic Pembroke dragon flare, officials said.
Benefits of a Community Build Playground
Cost Savings: By leveraging volunteer labor and donated materials, the overall cost of the playground can be reduced, allowing more funds to be allocated to high-quality equipment and innovative play elements for the kids.
Community Pride: Bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to work on a common goal enhances community bonds and fosters a sense of accomplishment.
Enhanced Design: Each playground is tailored to reflect the local community's cultural, historical, and aesthetic values, resulting in a unique and meaningful space for children.
Safety and Inclusivity: The new playground will comply with ASTM International and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards, as well as ADA accessibility guidelines, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all children.
“We are hoping to recruit 25 volunteers each day, with at least half who know how to use power tools, and we need people to lend tools as well. All tools will be kept secure when not in use, and we guarantee to return all tools in the same condition or to replace them. Those interested in helping should complete the survey,” Calderon said. “We certainly need more help. I ask everyone reading this to consider volunteering at least one day between August 20-31. Our director of facilities, primary school principal and I are collaborating with a number of community members who agreed to lead various committees, and one of us will contact volunteers with more information after completing the survey.
If some want to help but cannot use power tools, they can participate by helping to serve lunch each day, and they can make note of that in the comment section of the survey.”
Volunteers will help assemble the playground under the direction of experts from Play By Design. Morning and afternoon shifts will be scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with lunch served daily from 12 to 12:30 p.m.
One of two concepts for the new playground to be built at Pembroke Primary School. Submitted image
The playground is Phase 1 of the district’s larger capital project that’s already been approved by voters. Work is to include several enhancements and upgrades to the junior/senior high school, including new house lighting and theater lighting, renovating the pool and constructing additional spectator seating, regrading the baseball field and installing proper drainage, repaving the teacher parking lot and replacing the public address and phone system.
There’s also a gym expansion on tap, similar upgrades at the intermediate school, and the creation of a single point of entrance in the main lobby of the primary school, in addition to an Americans with Disabilities Act ramp, blue light system, new masonry, roof ladders and the upgraded playground.
This project was designed and will be led by Play By Design, a renowned playground design firm. For more information on Play By Design, visit the company's website.
Even though this is a brand new design, Calderon said it will honor the past with a “look and feel like the original wooden playground.”
“And we are keeping and restoring a number of elements from the original playground. For instance, the new playground will be constructed using the existing border and fencing, including all of the farm animals that were created and painted by students and community members. We are keeping the original swing set and restoring and incorporating the large community panel that depicts our local landmarks,” he said. “The new playground elements are made of more durable material than wood that is designed to look like wood. In addition to wood chips for the surface, there will be portions made of materials for ADA accessibility.”
Calderon plans to have the playground ready for action by mid-September. District officials are finalizing the details for a ribbon-cutting or some type of opening celebration, “and that certainly will be important,” he said.
On the other end of this project are those pieces from the original playground, now put up for auction through Bontrager Real Estate and Auction Services. Anyone interested can go online and place a bid on your favorite piece(s). An open house will be from 12 to 1 p.m. Monday at 2486 Main St., East Pembroke, NY 14056. The auction will close Tuesday at 6 p.m., and items can be picked up between noon and 3 p.m. Aug. 8 or 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 9. For more information on the auction, visit the online auction site.
“Community members who helped build the original playground or who have fond memories of playing on it have the opportunity to purchase parts of it, and we are not doing an auction to make money,” Calderon said. “I don't expect there will be significant revenue from the auction, but I do hope community members find good uses for the parts we could salvage.”
Designs for Phase 2 of the project are currently at the New York State Education Department for approval, and “we hope to start that phase after the winter sports season,” he said.
The 2023 capital project for $37,530,000 has already been approved by district voters, and includes two propositions: Proposition 1 (Main Project) for $35,995,000 and Proposition 2 (High school entry plaza) for $1,535,000
Project completion for all of the work is anticipated in 2027.
The Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC) board of directors will consider initial resolutions for two community solar farm projects in Le Roy at the board’s August 1 meeting.
FFP NY Le Roy Project1, LLC and FFP NY Le Roy Project2, LLC represent a total $20 million investment and will generate up to 7 megawatts of power through the installation of ground-mounted solar panels.
FFP NY Le Roy Project1, LLC’s proposed $13.5 million project would generate $4,000/megawatts (AC) + a 2% annual escalator of revenues with the Town of Le Roy, Genesee County and Le Roy School District. The project also includes a host agreement with the Town of Le Roy and is estimated to generate a $566,261 increase in property-tax type revenues to the host municipalities.
FFP NY Le Roy Project2, LLC’s proposed $6.5 million project also would generate $4,000 per megawatt (AC) + a 2% annual escalator of revenues with the Town of Le Roy, Genesee County and Le Roy School District. The project also includes a host agreement with the Town of Le Roy and is estimated to generate a $229,119 increase in property-tax type revenues to host municipalities.
If the proposed project applications are accepted, public hearings will be scheduled in the town of Le Roy.
The August 1 GCEDC board meeting will be held at 3 p.m. at the MedTech Center’s Innovation Zone, 99 MedTech Drive, Batavia. Meeting materials and links to a live stream/on-demand recording of the meeting is available at www.gcedc.com.
Trevor Dutra delivered a bomb over the right field wall in the bottom of the third inning of Tuesday's division championship game to give the Muckdogs a 1-0 lead over Elmira.
The game was suspended at the start of the fourth inning because of a heavy downpour drenching Batavia.
The Muckdogs have a 2-0 lead in the suspended game after Caleb Walker scored on a wild pitch later in the bottom of the third.
The game resumes on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Tickets from Tuesday's game are still valid.
The Le Roy American Legion, Botts-Fiorito Post 576 is seeking nominees for selection as the 2024 “LeRoyan of the Year Award”. This year will mark the 55th year in which the Award has been presented.
The award is sponsored as part of the four pillars of the American Legion ”Americanism” program and recognizes people who demonstrate the following qualities:
A man or woman who exemplifies the true spirit of Americanism, its ideals, love of flag and country, regardless of race, color or creed
Good citizenship by carrying out these principles, often beyond what is expected
Service to the community, signified by excellence in life of purpose and accomplishment
The deadline for submission of nominations is Friday, August 23. Award Banquet will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Submission forms may be picked up at the American Legion 53 West Main Street. You may also submit your own version but must include as a minimum the individual’s service to the community, church, or volunteer organization(s). In addition, service may include volunteer time in schools, hospitals, church; any position the individual may have or held and length of service.
Mail or drop off sealed submissions to American Legion, Botts-Fiorito Post 576 Attn: Jerry Diskin, LeRoyan of the Year Award Committee 53 West Main Street LeRoy OR e-mail to gdiskin@rochester.rr.com
2024 SCTP Nationals in Marengo, Ohio. Submitted photo.
Press Release:
Two students from Byron Bergen recently competed at the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) National Championships at Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, Ohio July 10 – 19.
Justin Deleo an 11th grader and Kyle Smith a 10th grader at Byron Bergen Jr/Sr High School, competed in American Trap, Doubles Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays.
Kyle Smith also competed in the International Olympic Trap event.
Both athletes are members of the A & B Clay Busters team out of Rochester Brooks Gun Club and compete on the Byron Bergen Trap team. For more information on SCTP visit www.mysctp.com.
2024 SCTP Nationals in Marengo, Ohio. Submitted photo.
The season long battle in the West comes to a conclusion tonight with the winner advancing to the PGCBL Championship. The number 2-seeded Elmira Pioneers (24-18) travel to Dwyer Stadium to face off against the number 1-seeded Batavia Muckdogs (34-8).
Elmira is the defending 2023 West Division Champions, and they face off against the 2022 West Division Champions in Batavia.
Village of Oakfield Department of Public Works is asking residents of both the Village and Town of Oakfield to provide information on their drinking water service lines. If you have already responded to this survey, please disregard this notice.
As part of the new regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lead and copper rule revision, the Village of Oakfield DPW is required to collect an inventory from their water customers with details on the material that their water service lines are made of.
This is where members of the public can support this important public health work by responding promptly to our survey.
The DPW has provided information on how their residents can do a “Scratch Test” on their service line to determine the material.
How to Determine Service Line Material:
All you need is a screwdriver and a magnet.
Conducting a SCRATCH TEST
Find the water service line in your home, this will be a pipe entering your home and attached before the water meter.
Use the flat side of a screwdriver to scratch the surface of the service line.
4 Type of Materials
COPPER- if surface area is shiny or copper color (like a penny). Magnet will NOT stick.
GALVANIZED STEEL - if scratched, area remains a dull gray (very hard and not easily scratched). Magnet WILL stick.
PLASTIC- typically black or blue, the scratched surface remains the same color as the pipe itself. Magnet will NOT stick.
LEAD - if the scratched area is shiny and silver. Lead pipes are softer and easier to scratch than Copper or Galvanized Steel. Magnet will NOT stick.
Residents of the Village and Town of Oakfield can respond with their results in multiple ways:
Go to the Village’s website https://oakfield.govoffice.com and complete the online survey under WATER LINE SURVEY
Complete the Survey form found in your July newsletters, and return to the Village Office, 37 Main St., Oakfield.
Call the Village office, (585) 948-5862 with the information or to set up an appointment for our DPW to come to your home and check the line for you.
It’s that easy.
The EPA is requiring responses in October. The Village DPW is hopeful that our residents can respond timely, and we can wrap this up by September.
The DPW may leave a reminder card with those residents that do not respond by July.
Inspections by the DPW can also be scheduled.
“This is a requirement under the EPA, we are only asking for water service line information. This is the line that runs from the main water line in the street to your home. We really want to make this as simple as possible for our residents to respond. We are here to help.” DPW Supervisor Mikolajczyk said.
“We really thank the residents for responding quickly and helping with this momentous task. We have been monitoring and attending several informational meetings on what actions will be taken pending the results of this inventory survey.”
To all motorists, residents, and property owners along Terry Hills Drive in the Town of Batavia:
Terry Hills Drive will be paved on August 5 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The roadway will be closed to all traffic on Terry Hills Drive between Clinton St-Rd/ Route 33 and dead-end while paving operations occur. Residents and Property owners of Terry Hills Drive will have limited access and should expect delays.
Emergency services will be permitted through. All other traffic will not be permitted through the road closure. This work is weather dependent. If work is delayed it will be rescheduled for the next available date.
If there are any questions concerning this work, please contact The Town of Batavia – Highway Department at (585) 343-1729 Extension 218. Thank you for your cooperation in advance.
Enjoy a free concert on a summer night at the DeWitt Recreation Area on Saturday, August 3 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Meet us at Pavilion 2 for a concert featuring the Batavia Swing Band.
Bring a lawn chair and your favorite people! First come, first served seating at picnic tables. The Pink Cow Ice Cream truck will be on hand for all of your sweet treat needs.
This concert is FREE. Made possible through generous funding by the Genesee County Association for the Conservation of Recreational and Natural Spaces (ACORNS).
The Batavia Muckdogs opened the postseason with a 4-2 win over Jamestown at Dwyer Stadium on Monday.
Batavia finished the regular season with a 34-8 record for a .802 win percentage, 10 games ahead of second-place Elmira and the second-best record in the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League. The Amsterdam Mohawks finished 35-7 for a .833 win percentage.
Jamestown, 19-25 in the regular season, opened the scoring with two runs in the second on an RBI single by Leo Doyle. Two batters later, Aidan Wallace scored on a wild pitch.
The Muckdogs answered in the bottom half of the inning on an RBI single by T.J. Morris and tied the game in the bottom of the third when Travis Hammond scored on a fielder's choice.
Hammond again scored in the sixth on a fielder's choice in the sixth to give the Muckdogs the lead.
Batavia picked up an insurance run in the eighth after Shaun Pope walked to open the inning (replaced on the basepaths by James Mason), a single by Travis Hammond, a walk to Jake Butler, and finally a walk, forcing a run in (Mason) to Cooper Romich.
The win was credited to Garrett Beaver, who took the mound in the sixth, relieving Gage Wheaton (Penfield/Niagara University), who went five innings, giving up four hits, two runs, and striking out five Tarp Skunks.
Hammond was 2-2 with a walk at the plate, scoring two runs.
To keep their season going, the Muckdogs need another win on Tuesday night against Elmira at Dwyer Stadium. Game time is 6:35 p.m.
The Holland Land Office Museum is extending its hours every first Wednesday of the month until 8 p.m.! You will get personal tours from staff and volunteers, meaning you will get a more in-depth history of Batavia and Genesee County! You also may be able to go upstairs, if you are able and want to! Admission is $5 for non-members and $3 for members! Call the museum or email us if you wish to attend! (585) 343-4727 or hollandlandofficemuseum@gmail.com.
Join the Holland Land Office Museum for the next edition of our Trivia Night at the Museum on Thursday, August 8 at 7 p.m. This month trivia will be held at GO Art! located at 201 E. Main St. in Batavia. You can even get a drink at their Tavern 2.o.1. In honor of the Woodstock Music Festival, our topic is the Swinging Sixties. Admission is $5 or $3 for museum members. Please contact the museum at 585-343-4727 or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com if you would like to attend.
Due to popular demand for varying times in our presentation/program times! HLOM staff with be giving presentations every second Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 10! Our curator, Tyler Angora, will be presenting on "19th-Century Weddings," which he did a few months ago to kick off the wedding exhibit! However, due to many requests, he will be doing it again! You will learn about 19th-century wedding customs, clothing, and so much more! Admission $5 for non-members and $3 for members! You may let us know if you are planning on attending by either calling the museum at (585)343-4727 or emailing us at hollandlandofficemuseum@gmail.com.
Bring the kids by the Holland Land Office Museum for our new History Story time for Summer 2024. On Saturday, August 17 at 11 a.m. Joyce Thompson-Hovey will be sharing the fun topic of Civil War Mascots & Pets. For this presentation the speaker comes in Civil War Union uniform and explains what the average soldier wore and carried with them. This program shows how many regiments had strange and unusual pets. These pets went to war and lived in camps with their soldier owners. These are their unusual stories. Admission is $5 or $3 or museum members. If you would like to sign up please contact the museum at 585-343-4727 or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.
Come and learn the first steps to create a Family Tree from 2 - 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 17. In partnership with the Genesee Area Genealogists, this is the first part of a two-part program to learn how to begin creating a family tree, which can be daunting if you do not know where to start! This workshop is worth bringing your kids to, it would be a fun activity for a family to do together! Admission is $5 for non-members and $3 for members!
Join us at the Holland Land Office Museum for the next edition of our Java with Joe E. morning presentation series on Thursday, August 22 at 9 a.m. Erica Wanecski will be sharing how the world and Western New York changed throughout the decade of the 1980s. Admission is free with coffee and cookies. Please contact the museum at 585-343-4727 or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com if you plan to attend. Thank you to Pub Hub Coffee for sponsoring Java with Joe E. for 2024.
On August 24 at 11 a.m. Brandon Brooks, Curator of the John L. Wehle Gallery at Genesee Country Village & Museum, will be presenting “Redeeming the Irredeemable: The Diabolical Striped Garment,” The presentation will explore how the stripe and striped garments have been used by society to draw a line between those who are welcome and those who are not. From nefarious criminals, rebels, insurgents, and prisoners, to the middle-class masses, and those wishing to embrace seaside luxury; the history of stripes is full of colorful and conflicting implications. Extent pieces from the Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection will complement this discussion. Brooks has been the Curator of the John L. Wehle Gallery at Genesee Country Village & Museum since March 2020. Brooks works with over 400 years of European and American sporting and wildlife art, and over 300 years of fashion and textile material culture. Admission is $5 for non-members and $3 for members. Please contact the museum at 585-343-4727 or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.
"This project is made possible with funds from the statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by GO ART!"
Sgt. Andrew Hale with a Jeep involved in a rollover accident on Route 77 in Alabama. Photo by Howard Owens.
Dispatchers are checking on the availability of Mercy Flight after receiving a report of a possible serious injury accident in the area of 6218 Alleghany Road, Alabama.
UPDATE 5:37 p.m. Joanne Beck: Mercy Flight en route to Erie County Medical Center. Howard Owens is at the scene.
UPDATE 6:32 p.m. Joanne Beck:
In a one-vehicle accident, considered to be one of those “freak” occurrences when not wearing a seat belt actually may have saved the driver’s life. The driver was ejected from his Jeep early Monday evening and is expected to survive, said Genesee County Sheriff’s Sergeant Andrew Hale.
The 39-year-old driver was flown by Mercy Flight to Erie County Medical Center with serious injuries.
Hale said the vehicle was heading northbound on Route 63 towards Medina at approximately 4:50 p.m., where there was some road construction, when, for “some unknown reason,” the driver drove through road-closed construction signs.
“It’s out of the Alabama area here right on the county line, at which point it blew through some construction signs here, and overcorrected and went off the shoulder of the roadway. The construction crews are doing work in the area,” he said. “So from our preliminary investigation, we determined this vehicle rolled at least two times, possibly a third. And the individual was not wearing his seatbelt. And that's ultimately what probably led to him surviving the motor vehicle crash. Had he been wearing a seatbelt, he would have been probably trapped and crushed by the rolling of the Jeep. So, in this instance, it appears that being ejected from the vehicle is what ultimately saved him.”
Hale confirmed that the driver was conscious and alert when responders found him and was able to “talk briefly.”
“But he did have severe injuries,” Hale said.
He did not suspect that alcohol was involved in the accident, he said, but added there's no way of telling if drugs were involved at this point.
There will be an investigation as to why the driver went through the construction signs because “at this time, we don’t have an answer as to why he did that,” Hale said.
“We’ll definitely follow up,” Hale said. He’s got some things he’s got to tend to for right now, but when the time comes, we’ll probably ask him those most important questions.”
There was an off-duty volunteer fireman who lives just up the road who heard the accident and and, along with his father, also responded to the scene.
It is still being determined at what point the driver was ejected from the vehicle, Hale said. He was just lucky in this case that he wasn’t wearing a seatbelt, though Hale encourages everyone to wear one.
“Absolutely wear a seatbelt. You know, 99 percent of the time, it will only benefit you and help save your life and help save others’ lives,” he said. This was just one of those rare freak accidents, and in this case, it played to his benefit.”
The driver’s fiancee had been notified of the accident, Hale said. The driver's name has not yet been released.
July 29, 2024 - PGCBL West Division Semi-Final: #4 Jamestown Tarp skunks @ #1 Batavia Muckdogs
Join Austin Mendes and Landon Washburn as they breakdown the 2024 PGCBL playoffs and today's West Semi-Final match between the Jamestown Tarp Skunks and the Batavia Muckdogs
AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC CITY OF BATAVIA SALARY $25.54-$30.08 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Assignments in this Class require the exercise of specialized skills in tasks pertaining to the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of machinery and equipment used in public works activities, as well as to other vehicles owned or operated by the municipal employer. In smaller agencies, an Automotive Mechanic may exercise a degree of supervision over assistant mechanics or Equipment Operators performing minor maintenance and repair on equipment, with general supervision being received from a supervisor, superintendent, or other such official or designee. Does related work, as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Repairs motorized and non-motorized equipment, such as trucks, tractors, mowers, graders, loaders, sweepers, rollers, compressors, and automobiles; Adjusts, repairs, and rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines; Repairs and replaces components of equipment, such as suspension systems, drive assemblies, brake systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, and cooling systems, and makes necessary adjustments to same; Carries out sanding, sandblasting, filling, painting, and related body-work tasks; Makes minor welding repairs; Operates drills, grinders, and other metal-working machines related to automotive repair functions; Performs preventative maintenance tasks which may include vehicle inspections; Attaches and removes snow plows, blades, and other attachments for motorized equipment; Maintains records of tasks performed, and other pertinent records; Requisitions parts and materials, to ensure adequate supply to maintain workflow; Acts as Equipment Operator, or wingman, as directed; May drive buses, cars, or trucks; May deliver fuel to job sites; Keeps shop area neat and clean. The above examples of duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITY AND/OR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of standard automotive repair and maintenance methods; thorough knowledge of automotive repair terminology and tools; working knowledge of welding techniques; ability to make difficult repairs to heavy automotive and other mechanical equipment; ability to work from plans and specifications, and to follow rough draft sketches and oral instructions; good motor and hand eye coordination; manual dexterity. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee constantly is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of full-time paid experience as a skilled automotive repairman. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Some jurisdictions may require appointees to receive and maintain certification as a NYS Motor Vehicle Inspector, within six months of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT AND CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT: 1. Possession and maintenance of appropriate valid license(s), as required. 2. In school districts where incumbent may operate a school bus, possession of a valid appropriate level New York State Driver's License is required. 3. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age. NOTE: In addition, candidates must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education. Non-Competitive Class Civil Service Applications are due to Human Resources no later than October 18, 2024.
