park news

Henrietta adds a new park - Features of the 71-acre park include trails, a picnic shelter — HENRIETTA — Residents will soon have 71 acres to enjoy along the Genesee River at a new town park. The park, tentatively called Riverfront Park, is just south of Scottsville-West Henrietta Road, near the Riverton Golf Course. It will feature trails, a picnic shelter and at least one playground, but no ball fields. "Maybe there will be some little ponds along the way, possibly a boat launch along the river," said town Supervisor Jim Breese. For close to three years, officials have been planning to acquire the land, but the deal was sealed just last month. (January 8, 2007) Democrat & Chronicle
Victor to air two park plans - Village-town meeting designed to elicit public comment - — VICTOR — The joint Town Board-Village Board meeting tonight will feature a presentation and public hearing on master plans for two Victor parks. The 7 p.m. meeting will be at Town Hall, with a presentation of the master plans by Doug McCord, owner of McCord Landscape Architecture of Penfield, followed by a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. and a possible vote by the boards on the plans. (September 11, 2006)Democrat and Chronicle
Olmsted parks celebrated - Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks and Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy issued a proclamation Wednesday designating April 26 through May 3 as Rochester Olmsted Parks Week. - Seneca, Genesee Valley, Highland and Maplewood parks were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, a renowned landscape architect.- (April 29, 2006) Democrat and Chronicle
City parks easily absorb cut; no big disruptions — In the 2005-06 fiscal year, the Rochester Parks and Recreation Department budget was cut by $122,800, or slightly less than 1 percent. The reduction has not compromised the city's ability to maintain its parks, said Loretta Scott, Rochester's parks commissioner. Cuts were limited to swim programs with the fewest participants. (May 29, 2005) Democrat and Chronicle
Monroe's parks face undergrowth of worry - Amid joys of a gemlike system lie concerns over development, vandalism, nature itself - But the rave reviews are sometimes shaded with worry. Public parks also face challenges, including declining staffs and shrinking budgets — although officials contend that the parks have not suffered greatly from the cuts. Other problems: vandalism, breakneck ATV riders, parking woes and pressure from developers. You can help - To get involved, contact: City of Rochester, (585) 248-6770. County of Monroe, (585) 256-4956. www.rochesterenvironment.com , for list of local environmental groups. (May 29) Democrat and Chronicle
New Public Park In Brighton - A 150 thousand dollar grant will soon spruce up the town of Brighton. (February 13, 2005) WROC TV NEWS 8 NOW ROCHESTER NEW YORK
Gift adds 24 acres to Gates parks - Gift adds 24 acres to Gates parks - Brad Cohen's $2 million donation enlarges parks by 20% - — GATES — The town of Gates has 24 new acres of parkland near Elmgrove and Buffalo roads. "This is good news for us because we are so land-locked and small," said Town Supervisor Ralph Esposito, referring to the donation this week by Brad Cohen, owner of Rochester Technology Park on Elmgrove Road. (February 10, 2005) Democrat and Chronicle
Zoo deal preserves park, aids elephants - Proposal makes room for baby pachyderm, puts parking off site. — And a little elephant shall lead them to compromise. Monroe County officials announced Wednesday a plan that apparently ends a long-running rancorous debate over expansion of the Seneca Park Zoo. The zoo will expand northward, building a $4 million elephant exhibit on 8 acres. Most importantly, though, the plan calls for an expansion of zoo parking off-site instead of in the middle of the scenic park designed 111 years ago by the legendary Frederick Law Olmsted. (December 23, 2004) Democrat and Chronicle
Brooks Opens Lehigh Valley Trail Linear Park - County Executive Maggie Brooks joined other officials to dedicate the Lehigh Valley Trail Linear Park, located in the Towns of Rush and Mendon.. (October 19, 2004) .Monroe County
Democrat & Chronicle: Local parks add features — In the months ahead, those visiting Monroe County parks will have more to see but also have to pay more to do some park activities. (April 3, 2004) Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: NY bill passes for Rochester park project (May 9, 2003) — ALBANY — The Legislature has passed a bill headed for the desk of Gov. George Pataki that would allow part of Genesee Valley Park to be used for a development project. The measure would allow about 3.5 acres of the 5.85-acre park to become part of the Brooks Landing Revitalization Project. (May 9, 2003) Democrat and Chronicle
Northside Park's future debated Village Administrator Fred Ricci met with residents on Nov. 18 to discuss reactions to the initial proposals made in September about the future of Northside Park. (December 1, 2002) East Rochester Post
Democrat & Chronicle: Webster spared sale of parkland (November 16, 2002) — WEBSTER — Tuesday’s passage of the Monroe County budget for 2003 may have benefited the town of Webster. The county was planning to sell about six acres of Webster Park, along Lake Ontario, to raise $600,000 and help close the county’s budget gap. Officials identified the parkland to be sold as a 4.3-acre plot on the west side of the park, where the Kanatota Lodge is located, and a 1.9-acre plot on the east side of the 550-acre park.
Webster Park could shrink under county plan Two parcels of land that do not fit into the master plan for Webster Park, according to county officials, may be sold as residential property to help balance next year's county budget. "I would call these 'sore thumb' parcels because they stick out like a sore thumb from the rest of Webster Park," said Jim Smith, spokesman for County Executive Jack Doyle. "If something doesn't fit in well with a particular park, it makes sense to return it to the tax rolls so it can provide revenue to the local school district, town and county." (November 01, 02) Webster Post
Democrat & Chronicle: UR, city dedicate river park (September 27, 2002) — With the Genesee River serving as a picturesque backdrop, University of Rochester and city officials showed off more than $1 million worth of improvements to Wilson Boulevard and Bausch & Lomb Riverside Park on Thursday afternoon. Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: City to fight county plan to close parks Mayor says Doyle cost-cutting violates Rochester-Monroe deal (August 20, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
WXXI: Opposition Growing To Close County Parks (2002-08-06) Under a proposed plan to erase a projected $23 million dollar deficit, County Executive Jack Doyle has proposed a myriad of cuts in programs and services. Monroe County Parks would be closed Wednesday, saving the county $ 2-point-2 million dollars. (August 6, 2002) Public NewsRoom
Democrat & Chronicle: Park users shake heads A plan to save money by closing Monroe County parks on weekdays next year drew strong criticism from park users Saturday. (August 4, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle:
Brighton Plans For More Parks Brighton, NY - On Wednesday night, Brighton leaders unveiled a plan to purchase more than 300 acres of land for parks, which would more than double the amount of park space in the town. (May 30, 2202) WOKR13.TV
Brighton to acquire new parkland Update: Brighton is expected to announce "the first step in a continuing effort to acquire parkland" at a noon news conference Thursday at Town Hall. (Thursday, December 13, 2001) EMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Monroe weighs golf idea Proposal calls for junior facility in which county would have stake -- Several local golf enthusiasts are meeting with Monroe County officials about establishing a junior golf facility that might entail county funding and ownership. (Tuesday, November 13, 2001) -DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Brighton receives $85K to spruce up park The state funding will be used to improve Twelve Corners Memorial Park. (Wednesday, August 8, 2001) Brighton-Pittsford Post
New city park dedicated The new Lower Falls Park overlooks the lower falls on the Genesee River and offers a spectacular view. (Sunday, June 17, 2001) WHEC
Churchville Park plan advances - A master plan that could be the basis for making up to $10 million in improvements to Churchville Park and golf course was approved by a committee of the Monroe County Legislature yesterday. (Wednesday, June 6, 2001) - --DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Penfield ponders parks expansion PENFIELD (Monday, June 4, 2001) -- A report sketching out the future of the town's parks and recreation system proposes building a new community center on the old James Rothfuss farm on Five Mile Line Road. (Monday, June 4, 2001) - -DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
County to vote on Churchville Park plan A time frame for when the park changes begin may become known after the June 12 meeting. Changes to Churchville Park are closer to being finalized. The Monroe County Legislature is expected to act on a formal master plan at its meeting June 12. However, a time frame for work on the proposed changes won't be set until after approval. (Wednesday, May 23, 2001) Gates/Chili Post
Residents: So where will park-users park? With construction under way on a new town park, neighbors raise concerns. (Friday, May 18, 2001) Irondequoit Post
Timeline of Greece park improvements In the last 3 years (Friday, May 18, 2001) Greece Post
Park's light show takes a commercial turn -- A new light display will greet folks at the entrance of the Holiday Light Show in Northampton Park this year. (November 16, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Doyle Adds 20th Park to Parks System PDF Link: Devils Cove Park.pdf -- News Releases, Jack Doyle, Monroe County Executor.
Parks nominee supports zoo plan -- Monroe County's future parks director favors increasing recreational activities throughout the 19-park system and supports a plan to triple the size of the Seneca Park Zoo. (October 29, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
DOYLE ANNOUNCES SELECTION FOR NEW PARKS DIRECTOR PDF Link: Allkofer Appointment.pdf (October 17, 2000) News Releases, Jack Doyle, Monroe County Executor.
Park may stop topless restaurant Gift of land in Webster could bring town's zoning into play (August 16, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Keep Corbett's Glen as is, residents say The advisory council charged with developing a master plan for the Corbett's Glen Nature Park had its first large-scale chance to hear what Brighton residents want for the park. (July 30, 2000) Penfield Post
Committees OK light show plan A proposal to have the holiday lights display again at Northampton Park was approved yesterday by two committees of the Monroe County Legislature. (July 27, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
County will buy canalside land in Greece The fate of 88 acres of Greece canalside property has flip-flopped between potential parkland and future housing tracts for more than a decade. (July 20, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Park Expansion A Good Compromise The old Harris Seed farm is at the center of both controversy and compromise. Monroe County will buy a portion of the land in Greece to expand Canal Park. (July 20, 2000) RochesterToday
Greece Canal Park to grow: Monroe County Executive Jack Doyle is expected to announce Wednesday afternoon that the county is planning to buy an 88-acre plot of land to add to Greece Canal Park. (July 19, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE