Apr 08, 2021 | Town
2020 Financial Statements Accepted by the Town Board
With a year dominated by the coronavirus pandemic, all levels of government faced unexpected costs and drastically reduced revenue. Thanks to a strong balance sheet and the commitment of department heads and the town board to reduce costs, the Town of Penfield’s 2020 financials received excellent marks. Apr 01, 2021 | Town
NYS DOT Project at Five Mile and Atlantic Begins Week of April 12
NYDOT is looking to improve traffic flow and reduce the frequency and severity of crashes at Atlantic Avenue and Five Mile Line Road. Beginning Monday, April 12, the Phase I traffic switch will be installed. Mar 30, 2021 | Recreation
Volunteer to be a Penfield Good Neighbor on May 8
Terry Rothfuss's legacy is living on through neighbors helping neighbors. Mar 29, 2021 | Town
Brush Fire Risks Increase During Spring Season
For most of us, the mild and dry weather of the past few weeks has seemed like a dream as we emerge from winter. However, fire officials understand that these conditions, combined with lingering debris from last fall, make our region vulnerable to field fires—a threat we often associate with the west coast, not Penfield. Mar 29, 2021 | Community
Penfield VEA Annual Awards Ceremony
Edmund P. and Margaret M. Finucane received the Outstanding Service Award, Brett B. Whitnable received the ALS Provider of the Year, Selena R. Cockhern received the BLS Provider of the Year. Mar 22, 2021 | Library Staff Picks
7 Not-Too-Tragic Teen Reads on Overdrive
Okay, there may be some broken hearts...but ultimately this list is about comedy, romance, and fantasy adventure! Here's a selection of MCLS Overdrive e-books and audiobooks to help you escape into another world without going anywhere. Mar 16, 2021 | Recreation
Free Guided Hike April 10
Penfield Trails Committee holds a monthly public guided hike. Mar 15, 2021 | Recreation
Penfield Players Announce 2020 Awards and Plans for 2021
Penfield Players will lay low until this fall, in the best interest of the actors and audiences. Mar 12, 2021 | Town
New Visitor Kiosk System at the Town Hall
Beginning Monday, March 15 visitors to the town hall will be greeted by a new kiosk system upon entry to the building at 3100 Atlantic Avenue. The kiosk will prompt visitors to sign in, answer health department screening questions, and offer menus to connect them to the service or department they wish to see. Mar 10, 2021 | Recreation
Free Guided Hike
Penfield Trails Committee will lead a guided hike at Shadow Pines property. Feb 18, 2021 | Town
Protecting Our Sanitary Sewer System
Over the last few months, Town employees have spent numerous hours cleaning and repairing various laterals, mains, and pumps in the pump stations due to disposal of items that should not be disposed of in the Town’s sanitary sewer system. Feb 05, 2021 | Town
Share Your COVID-19 Experience
The Association of Public Historians of New York State and New York's 1,600+ government-appointed historians want to record your firsthand experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. How are you feeling? What are you hearing and seeing around you? Jan 27, 2021 | Town
Winter Show and Sale: Penfield Art Association
Like every other organization, the PAA has had to pivot and adapt to a world with the coronavirus pandemic. Instead of their traditional gallery venue, this year members will share their work online in a juried virtual exhibit. Much of the work is for sale, making this a great opportunity to purchase original art for your home. Jan 13, 2021 | Town
Penfield Roadways: Managing Snow and Ice
The DPW performs snow and ice control operations on roughly 290 lane miles of town roads plus another 200 lane miles of state and county roads for which the Town is reimbursed annually. There a number of factors the Town of Penfield takes into account when managing snow and ice on roadways and sidewalks within the community. Jan 11, 2021 | Recreation
AARP Tax Aide Canceled in Penfield
Due to the pandemic, per AARP guidelines, the Tax-Aide program is not allowed to operate, according to Penfield's AARP representative. Jan 08, 2021 | Recreation
Free Guided Hike
Ellison Park winter hike, snowshoe, or cross-country ski. Dec 18, 2020 | Recreation
Winter Registration Begins Jan 4
Penfield Rec has a fresh assortment of programs and activities to keep you active all winter! Dec 07, 2020 | Town
Community Coronavirus Spread on the Rise
COVID-19 infections are again on the rise. Community choices made now will determine the impact on the healthcare system and its medical workers. Redoubling the commitment to masking, physical distancing, and proper hand hygiene is critical to reducing community spread.
Dec 06, 2020 | Town
2020 Jeffrey S. Crane Preservation Award Presented
The Penfield Historic Preservation Board awarded the 2020 Jeffrey S. Crane Preservation Award to Joyce and Ron Baroody, owners of the Mann-Owen House located at 2129 Five Mile Line Road, at the December 3rd meeting of the Historic Preservation Board. The Baroodys are credited with preserving Penfield’s past in ways that will sustain their property at 2129 Five Mile Road well into the future. Nov 30, 2020 | Recreation
Pickleball Open Play Time
Open Pickleball is back at Penfield Community Center, with some modifications. Nov 15, 2020 | Town
Winter Parking Rules for Roads and Highways
November 15 marked the beginning of the Winter Parking Rules ordinance in Penfield. This means no parking is allowed on all roads/ highways between 2 am and 7 am. This allows the Department of Public Works crews to safely and effectively clear the roadways of fallen snow during the overnight hours. This ordinance will run through April 1, 2021. Nov 12, 2020 | Town
Clark House, Shadow Pines Property Update
Although the pandemic has slowed the process, there remains interest in helping to bring back the Clark House to a functioning facility for all to enjoy. The Development Services Director continues to work with a party looking into opening a restaurant in the historic facility. Nov 06, 2020 | Town
Dog Census Underway in Penfield
The Town of Penfield is now conducting a Dog Census to ensure all dogs older than four (4) months are properly licensed in accordance with New York State Agriculture and Market Law Article 7. A mailer has been sent to all Penfield households. Oct 22, 2020 | Town
Town Officials Approve 2021 Fiscal Budget
The town tax rate for 2021 will remain at 2.78 per $1,000 as the Town Board approves next year's Fiscal Budget during their October 21 Legislative Meeting. The Final Budget, including special districts, totals $20,632,799, a decrease of $38,593. The Town Operating Budget without special districts is $17,768,407.
Oct 20, 2020 | Town
"Good Neighbor Day" Fall Edition
After its cancellation in April due to COVID-19 concerns, the fifth annual Terry Rothfuss Memorial, "Good Neighbor Day" looks to help seniors, veterans, or those who are disabled, with light yard work and now fall cleanup. Organizers are calling for volunteers of all ages to help on Saturday, October 24. Oct 06, 2020 | Town
Ribbon Cutting Opens Inclusive Playground at Rothfuss Park
An inclusive playground is a universally designed rich environment that enables all children to develop physically, socially, and emotionally. The Town of Penfield was awarded a State and Municipal Facilities Program grant in the amount of $50,000 through Assemblyman Johns towards the construction of the playground. Oct 01, 2020 | Town
Fall Drop-Off and Recycling Event
On both Friday and Saturday you can drop off metals and appliances, yard brush (no leaves or grass), clothing and linens at the St. Pauly shed, and donate returnable bottles and cans at the scout collection shed. On Saturday only, Eco-Green Park certified document destruction (www.eco-greenpark.com) will be on-site to safely dispose of confidential papers.
Sep 29, 2020 | Recreation
Community Center Reopening Update
We are taking a slow, cautious approach. Sep 23, 2020 | Community
Groundbreaking NEQALS / Webster EMS headquarters facility
Last week a groundbreaking ceremony for the Northeast Quadrant Advance Life Support (NEQALS) and Webster Emergency Medical Services (EMS) new headquarters facility took place on Jackson Road.
Sep 21, 2020 | Town
Penfield Art Association's Annual Show and Sale
The pandemic has impacted a number of programs and events over the last six months, and that holds true for the Penfield Art Association’s Annual Show and Sale. The virtual show and sale—featuring 51 paintings by 29 artists—will open for viewing on Thursday, October 1. To view the artwork, go to the “news” page at www.penfieldartassociation.com. If you are looking for a unique gift of art, keep in mind that many of the paintings will be for sale.