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Volume III Thursday, May 16, 2013 Issue 23

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THE HOMER NEWS 2 • May 16, 2013 • The Homer News

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Mary Beth Mathey Announces Run MarSHall CreNSHaw for Homer Central School Board Sat. May 18, 2013 at 8pm A first-rate songwriter, singer and guitarist who Homer, NY., MAy 2nd , 2013: Today, Mary Beth Mathey announced she is running for played John Lennon The Voice of the Town in Beatlemania and the position of school board member in the Homer Central School District election to be Buddy Holly in La Bamba. The Homer News held on Tuesday May 21st , 2013. MIGNarDa Free THUrSDaY NIGHT Published for Homer Residents Mathey, a 24 –year resident of Homer, has been actively involved in and places May 23, 2013 at 7pm high priority on education. Mathey is a graduate of LeMoyne College and earned her Produced eight critically- acclaimed CDs. Reviewers The Homer News is published law degree at Syracuse University. She raised 2 daughters who graduated from Homer have described their music in Homer by The Homer News. High School, went to national universities and are now themselves teachers. Her young- as “radiant,” “bewitching,” and “laden with elegance.” Distribution is est daughter is a student at the Homer Intermediate School. As a certified foster parent every other Thursday to all households and in Cortland County she has taken other numerous children into her home. ellIS PaUl businesses in Homer. with Special Guest FlYNN Her experience as a court attorney for the Cortland County Family and County Courts Sat. June, 8 2013 at 8pm The Homer News An American singer- is a community-based news- has provided insight into the challenges faced by schools in meeting the needs of our songwriter and folk musician. paper dedicated to informing townspeople of current most at-risk youth. His pop music songs have events and issues; serving as a forum for the free appeared in movies and on television.

exchange of views of town residents; and celebrating As a homeowner Mathey, who characterizes herself as a fiscal conservative,is keenly WITH THE SUPPORT OF the people, places and happenings that make the aware of the responsibility a board member owes to taxpayers. Town of Homer unique. To preview program “ I do not consider myself a one–issue candidate. However, I am greatly concerned visit center4art.org. Editor:Donald Ferris about the current system of student testing and teacher evaluation imposed by the state Beer, Wine, Desserts at 7pm. For tickets and I would like to explore ways in which school boards may become more proactive in *** visit www.center4art.org or call office. Subscription Rates: reversing the current trends.” Be up close and personal in our intimate The Homer News is delivered at no cost to all 400 seat theater & enjoy the ambience Homer residents. Mathey has previously served on the Homer School Board from 2006-2010 and excellent acoustics. We are offering subscriptions for The Homer 607-749-4900 72 S. Main St., Homer, NY News. Personal or out-of-town subscriptions are available for $36 per year (First Class). Payable Homer Legion News You are Important Too! in advance. Send check or money order to: For the good of our Community: Caring for Yourself When Elizabeth Brewster House The Homer News, Please remember that as you are replac- P.O. Box 125, Homer, NY 13077 ing old, worn out United States flags, You Are a Caregiver Hosts Open House Email your address to: bring them to the repository in the Legion [email protected] parking lot so that they can be disposed of properly as befits the symbol of our As part of the 2013 Caregiver Enrichment Two new programs recently introduced country. Series, the Cortland County Area Agency by the Elizabeth Brewster House will be pre- Signed Articles, Letters, Photographs and sented to the community at an Open House on Aging’s Caregiver Resource Center will th Drawings of interest are welcomed to be con- Baseball Hall of Fame: host a program entitled “You are Important to be held on Saturday, May 18 from 2:00 th to 4:00 p.m. at the House, 41 S. Main St., sidered for publication. All articles are subject to The 10 Mountain Division Too! Caring for Yourself When You Are a Homer. editing for clarity and length. Materials not used Band/Color Guard will Caregiver”. will be returned if a self-addressed stamped honor America’s Heroes in envelope is provided. Cooperstown on May 25. For The new programs are Overnight Respite Learn the importance of taking care of Care and Social Adult Day Care. Both pro- more info go to: wwwBaseball- yourself so you are there to care for your Hall.org. grams serve older adults and their families THANK YOU! loved one. by meeting the growing need in the commu- Circulation: 3,000 copies per issue. Memorial Day Preparations: nity for caregivers to have time for respite or Copyright © 2013 The Homer News - Flags and Headstone mark- Cindy Lewis will share tips and strategies a break from providing care for a loved one ers have been ordered. This is from her work in long term care settings that Overnight Respite provides, and the The Homer NEWS a reminder that if you know of and her activities in the field of caregiver need for older adults to have the opportunity for day time socializing and participating in P.O. Box 125 Homer, New York 13077 a headstone of a Veteran that support. needs to be recognized, please meaningful activities that Social Adult Day Care provides. The home-like setting of let us know. The program will be presented on Friday, the Elizabeth Brewster House serves as an [email protected] May 17 from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in room B1 ideal location for these new programs. - Glenwood Cemetery – Legion of the County Office Building, 60 Central Telephone: 607-749-2613 members who are helping to Avenue in Cortland. Reservations are At the Open House, Elizabeth Brewster decorate headstones should requested for this free event by calling 607- meet on Wed. 5/22 at 1800 House Executive Director, Michael Kilmer, Friend us on Facebook for 753-5060. Hrs. will talk about these new programs, and updates on news and events tours of the House and gardens will be as we receive them. - Those who are marching in available. The community is invited and is the parade should be in place welcomed to attend. by 0830. CORRECTION Contributors Recent Events: Legion Members Beaver Sighting at Priscilla Berggren-Thomas, Ed Finkbeiner, Anita hosted an Open House welcoming the Jebbett, Martin Sweeney, Sara Watrous, Elaine In the May 2 issue of The Homer News community to see what we are about. an error occurred in reporting the comments Durkee Park Norris, Lin Cohen, Matt Banazek Representatives from the VA Hospital made by Terry Howell at the Homer Busi- and Congressman Hanna’s office talked ness Association dinner. to a number of people. Each stated they would be happy to return for another She was quoted as saying, “Tax breaks for event. Visitors enjoyed refreshments first time home owners”. compliments of our Auxiliary. Many folks left with information regarding VA and The correct statement was, “An exemp- Legion benefits. Get The Homer News at: tion on property taxes is available for business owners that are putting up a Village Food Market, Homer Town Office, Homer Post News: Elections for Post Positions will held during the May meeting. new construction, or those that are add- Village Office, Phillips Free Library, Homer Men’s ing additions on to an existing property. and Boys, Olde Homer House, Oh My Goodness The property application must be filled Health Foods, Origins, Anderson’s Farm Market, Crawl History Book Competition We maintain Bob DiIorio spotted this beaver recently at Space, Lily Lanetree, Dandy Mart, Blue Frog Coffee a History Book for posterity which is out by March 1st. of every year. If busi- Durkee Park, near the Donald L. Barber House, Gail’s Antiques & Collectibles, Brown’s Garage, entered each year in a state-wide com- ness owners miss the deadline then they Funeral Home. This beaver was not very Poole’s Drive In, Kory’s Diner, Tops, Walgreen’s, petition in July. If you have materials have up to one year of CO being issued shy, as it didn't run off like most do. It stayed Hyde’s Diner, Valley View Gardens, Lucky Kitchen pertinent to this Legion Post and would for owners to apply to receive this dis- around long enough for bob to take this pic- like them included, please contact us by count.” ture. July 1. On Line, www.TheHomerNews.com To Benefit Veterans: There is a new VA Hotline for Women Veteran’s: 1-855-VA-Women.

Our next meeting: Saturday, May 25, All opinions expressed in Letters and Commentaries 1100 hrs. are those of the writers and not of The Homer News, which is published as an independent, non-biased NEXT ISSUE community service and forum. The next issue of The Homer News will be May 30, 2013 DEADLINE: for ads and news is May 23, 2013

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EVENTS CALENDAR MARY BETH May 21 - Tuesday - 7:00 am to 9:00 pm School Board election and Budget vote, Music Vote Building at the Homer High School As space permits, The Homer News will print a brief notice of your organization’s event MATHEY at no charge in the EVENTS CALENDAR. For more detailed notices we suggest you pur- Homer Central School chase a display ad. Please keep in mind our publishing schedule and deadlines. May 23 deadline for May 30 issue. BOARD OF EDUCATION Tuesday, May 21st . 7 am - 9 pm 102 YEARS 607/753-0812 High School Music Building “My child goes to school with your children and I want for her CLEANERS what you want for your children -- the highest quality of “We’re as close as your phone” education that we can responsibly afford” Thank you Continuing to offer FREE pick-up and delivery in Homer RT. 281 at SUMMIT STREET CORTLAND, NY 13045 JOHN FINN A Makeover For Homer Community Gardens

During the months of April and May, volunteers from Homer High School worked side by side with community gardeners to upgrade and enhance the Homer Community Gardens site. Twelve members of the senior class volunteered five hours each to fulfill a graduation requirement for community service. Together with the community gardeners and their families, the high school volunteers completed new garden beds and compost bins made from local larch; refreshed the soil in the garden beds with generous donations of aged horse manure and mulch from the village compost; laid a new paving stone border, raked new woodchips, shoveled lots of compost, planted flowers, weeded; and painted signs to distinguish the private garden beds from the new ‘Nibblers’ Garden.’ A Homer High School art student is designing and painting a new welcome sign for the Gardens.

An important goal for the garden is to encourage an appreciation for the plea- sure and the value that a garden provides. To support this effort, children from the Homer Nursery School and the Homer second grade will visit in May to plant spring vegetables. These kids are full of enthusiasm for growing things and always bring art materials like painted rocks and flowers to add to the garden.

Be alert for everything growing in the new ‘Nibblers’ Garden’ where we are planting peas, beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, beets and greens to share. We invite the community to nibble on ripe vege- tables from this designated garden, as opposed to the smaller beds which are privately gardened.

The garden is a true community effort and the gardeners extend their thanks to those who contributed to the make-over this spring: Lee Hopkins of Lee Hopkins Lumber Mill in Moravia who provided and cut the larch and helped with the carpentry design; Max Graphics for aluminum sign material cut to size; friends who donated manure and a friend who delivered it; and to the Village for mulch from the Village compost.

Watch us grow! Please call Elaine Norris at 749-3423 with inquiries about the garden.

“Submitted by Homer Community Gardens”.

Jazz Happens Band Returns to Arts at Grace May 26

Road Construction Season ... Drive Carefully,

The JazzHappensBand of Cortland is returning to The Arts at Grace. Get into the summer spirit by celebrating the Memorial Day holiday with pure Americana on Sunday, May 26 at 3 Obey Flaggers PM at Grace Holy Spirit Church, 13 Court Street in Cortland. This Greer Memorial program will include Dixieland, blues, and quick stepping jazz. There is no charge for admission. An informal reception for the audience and musicians will be held at the concert’s conclusion. 4 • May 16, 2013 • The Homer News

Topsoil - Mulch Physical Therapy Stone - Crushed Stone - Sand Return to what matters most

• Conveniently located in Homer Village next to Dashers Corner Pub • Evening and Weekend Hours Ted McBride Co. • Accepting Credit Cards/Health Flex Account Cards 1349 Fisher Ave. - Cortland, NY • Physical Therapy Services including: Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation• Acute and Chronic Conditions 607-753-1040 Delivered or Pre and Post Operative Care• Injury Reduction/Prevention Training• Manual Hands on Care• Pediatric to Well Experienced Individuals• cell 543-0382 7A13 Picked up Spinal Decompression • Functional Movement Screening for athletes and active individuals alike Call 749-2219 today to make an appointment! New Memorial Benches Planned for Village Green Ehren Heyer, PT, MPT, Functional Movement Screen Certified Expert 6 North Main St., Homer, NY 607-749-2219 www.heyerpt.com Homer Mayor Genevieve Suits and the Village of Homer Trustees wish to replace the benches currently located on the Village Green, which have fallen into disrepair and are of differing styles. The Village Beautification Commission will be overseeing the purchasing of the replacement benches which will be 6’ black steel with historic News from the Library detailing and a memorial plaque on the top front - exactly like the By Priscilla Berggren-Thomas new bench currently in front of Town Hall. Starry Eyed Fans Saturday, May 18th at 10 am, the library will host a writing workshop with romance writer Nicki Greenwood. Nicki is a member I went to a writing conference this of Romance Writers of America. She is weekend. It’s the fifty plus librarian/writer’s the author of three novels, including Earth, equivalent to a rock concert. That I didn’t Water and The Serpent in the Stone. This scream and pass out listening to Jane free workshop is for intermediate writers. Yolen, Franny Billingsley and Peter Brown It will focus on making your novel standout talk is a miracle. If you don’t recognize and will include tips on how to make your those names, you haven’t been reading writing shine. Refreshments will be served. much children’s or teen’s literature lately.

I always learn a lot at a conference and This event is funded in a grant from get inspired, but sometimes the awe fac- the Wilkins Foundation. Pre-registration is tor is a little intimidating. I actually rarely required. talk to authors. I’m too afraid I’ll drool on myself while trying to think of how to Pre-School Story Time with Miss Tammy is speak! And the thought that Jane Yolen on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 am. Story has been writing for of forty years and time is held every Wednesday that school is has 300 + books published makes my in session. efforts to get one book written seen pitiful. Upcoming themes are:

It’s even worse listening to an author/ May 22nd – Art illustrator of picture books speak. I try to May 29th – Babies avoid illustrators’ talks, because I may be able to string words together, but I’m still Rockin’ Readers, the library’s story and at the stick figure stage when it comes activity program for children in K-2nd grades to drawing. Illustrators leave me feeling meets every Thursday during the school totally inadequate, but listening to Peter year at 3:10 pm. Rockin’ Readers does not Brown was a blast. He’s the author/illus- meet during school breaks or on snow days. trator of Children make Terrible Pets and Upcoming themes are: the illustrator of Creepy Carrots. I’m not May 23rd – Turtles a visual artist so I’m amazed by how an May 30th – Party Time The opportunity exists for purchase and designation of a bench for th illustrator’s mind works. Creepy Carrots, June 6 – Dig into Reading with memorial purposes. There will be a limited number of benches for instance, has a mystery feel to it, so Worms Brown watched old black and white thrillers, June 13th – The Cornell Raptor available for purchase, and requests will be honored on a first come, studied old movie posters, and designed Program (last program of the school year) first serve basis. The cost for each bench will be $1500. The benches illustrations that have a film noir feel. will be purchased for installation during the spring of 2013. If Teen Writing Group Peter Brown also did a workshop on businesses, organizations, or families wish to purchase a bench to writing funny books and he had every- The group is open to any 5th through 9th honor an individual or group, you are urged to call and leave your one in stitches the whole time he talked grader who is interested in writing. Members contact information with the Village Clerk’s office at 749-3322 as about how he wasn’t funny. Funny books meet Tuesdays at 4:00 pm when school is come from funny situations, Brown said. in session. Meetings include discussions of soon as possible. For instance, he wrote his first book, Flight the elements of a good story including plot, of the Dodo, after he’d been pooped on character development, and setting. There’s by a bird for the seventh time in his life. always time to write and a chance to get He said, “everyone gets pooped on,” but feedback from other writers. seven times? That’s much higher than CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM NEEDED, BUT NOT AT the national average, I think! Anyway get- Summer Reading ting pooped on made him think “what if a THE EXPENSE OF HARD-WORKING FAMILIES flightless bird was pooped on by a flying Summer reading registration starts in bird,” and the Flight of the Dodo was born. June. The Summer Reading program is Assemblyman Brian Kolb open to everyone pre-school through adult. Both male authors, Peter Brown and Stay tune for more information about the Chris Rylander, talked about potty humor exciting programs this summer. Incredibly, the folks in Albany ‘celebrated’ ‘Tax Freedom Day’ by unveiling a plan to create and I guess it’s a sign that I’ve been a a taxpayer-funded political campaign system and spend hundreds of millions of taxpayer librarian too long, that even I laugh at the Volunteers Needed dollars to fund the election campaigns of individuals seeking public office across the state. potty jokes in picture books. But then, I’m a little starry-eyed when I hear an If you are interested in volunteering at the Quite frankly, forcing taxpayers to pay for a multimillion dollar funding scheme will not author talk, no matter what the talk about! library and have good computer skills, let us solve the real problem in Albany - the rampant abuses of office that have shattered the know. We are looking for people willing to public’s confidence in their elected leaders. The plain truth is that this plan will not ‘clean If you need to get your author fix, we’ll offer assistance to others in learning to use up’ Albany. Taxpayer-funded campaigns already exist in New York City, and so does more be having an author here at the library on the computer, creating resumes, or filling out public corruption than possibly any other place in the nation. Struggling local families should Saturday, May 18th at 10:00 am. Syracuse online job applications. Call or stop by and not have to foot the bill for political campaigns – especially corrupt campaigns. romance writer, Nicki Greenwood, will pro- let us know how you are willing to help. vide a workshop entitled The Standout I agree that Albany must dramatically change the way candidates and elected officials use Scribbler: Catching an Editor’s Eye. If you For more information about any of our pro- their campaign accounts. I strongly support more restrictions, limits and greater disclosure want to make your writing sing and stand grams call 749-4616 or check out our web- requirements to dictate how political donations may be used. Officials should not be able to out from the pack, sign up for this workshop. site at www.phillipsfreelibrary.org use political donations for their personal use or to pay legal fees to defend criminal actions. There’ll be exercises to apply to your work- Penalties for late financial disclosures need to increase dramatically and the campaign in-process and a chance to get tips on revis- Phillips Free Library Hours: funds of convicted officials should be forfeited and donated to charity. Stay tuned for my ing your fiction. Call the library to register. Monday 10 am to 6 pm ‘common-sense’ solutions to the rampant corruption in Albany. Tuesday 2 pm to 8 pm What do you think? I want to hear from you. Send me your feedback, suggestions and What’s New at the Library? Wednesday 10 am to 8 pm Thursday 2 pm to 8 pm ideas regarding this or any other issue facing New York State. You can always contact Friday 2 pm to 6 pm my district office at (315) 781-2030, e-mail me at [email protected], find me by The Standout Scribbler: Catching an searching for Assemblyman Brian Kolb on Facebook and follow me on Twitter. Editor’s Eye Saturday 10 am to 2 pm The Homer News •May 16, 2013 •5

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Italian East Side. The theme of this year’s St. Anthony’s Festival procession is “St. Anthony’s Church: Home of Our Faith,” celebrating the unique and of Faith, Family, integral part that St. Anthony’s Church plays Friends, and Fun! in the lives of its parishioners and all those By Stephanie Passeri-Densmore touched by the many parish activities. The procession will also include a statue of St. Anthony carried on the shoulders of An important annual event is right he four parishioners, religious floats, colorful corner. On Saturday June 8th and Sunday Italian regional banners by local artist Mario June 9th, area residents will be treated to Venturini, a float featuring accordionist two days of beloved religious events, Italian Armando Natale, groups from parish orga- heritage, live music, scrumptious food, nizations, and parish members and friends. fun games, and all around festivity at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Cortland, NY. At 12:30, the Sunday festival grounds

open. Besides sausage and peppers, pizza Dating back to 1905, when it was founded fritta, dolci, and beverages, there will also by Italian immigrants to Cortland, the fes- be delectable ethnic Italian foods, includ- tival has been bringing together people ing favorites such as pasta e fagioli, beans from Central New York and beyond for and greens, gnocchi and broccoli, meatball over a hundred years. In a nutshell, the subs, and eggplant roll-ups. For the chil- festival experience can be described as dren, there will be “Kids’ Games” and a “St. Anthony’s Festival of Faith, Family, Bounce House. For all, in addition to the Friends, and Fun!” “Faith” comes with Italian Novelties, Themed Basket Raffle, Parishoners and visitors enjoy the food and entertainment while under the tent at the the celebration of the feast day of St. Silent Auction, and St. Anthony’s Raffle, 2012 St. Anthony's Festival Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of the there will be a Cake Wheel, sale of a new red brick church at 50 Pomeroy Street. cookbook compiled by Cortland’s Stella D’Oro Lodge of Order of Sons of Italy in This is especially true this year, dubbed America. Outdoor entertainment will fea- “The Year of Faith” by the Roman Catholic ture the Homer Jazz Band (2:30-3:30 PM), Church. can be thought of in sev- “Family” Sassy Pitches (all female a cappella group eral ways: the gathering of families to enjoy from 4-5 PM), and UnReal City (5:30-6:30 the festival activities, the combined efforts PM). As always, the festivities will culmi- of the parish family volunteering together, nate in a band concert by the renowned Old and the fact that, for Italians and Italian Timers Band from 7-8:30 PM, followed by Americans, hospitality means treating all the drawing of the St. Anthony’s Raffle. guests like family. whom one “Friends,” Information can also be found at the festival may not have seen for the past year due website: saintanthonysfestival.org to our busy lives, are bound to be seen at this festival which attracts so many visitors For a weekend of “Faith, Family, Friends, each year. Of course, is everywhere “Fun” and Fun” don’t miss the 2013 St. Anthony’s to be found at the festival. There are foods, activities, and entertainment that appeal to Festival at 50 Pomeroy St. in Cortland! all ages and tastes.

Festivities begin on Saturday afternoon with a delicious Spaghetti Dinner in the Church Hall from 4-7 PM. The 5:30 Mass will be in Italian to honor the heritage of the founders of the parish, established in 1917, which today also includes members of many ethnic backgrounds. Festival grounds, open from 6:30-10 PM, will offer sausage and peppers, pizza fritta, dolci, and beverages.

In addition, attendees will be able to bid on a Silent Auction, buy tickets for a Themed Basket Raffle, purchase Italian novelties, Jerry Frare photo and buy tickets for the annual St. Anthony’s Raffle. The Cafferty Band will entertain Parishoners carry the statue of St. Anthony during the procession. festival goers from 7-9:30 PM followed by spectacular fireworks sponsored by the Green Arch Restaurant and McNeil and Company Insurance and Risk Services. Cortland Rotary Breakfast Club On Sunday morning, 9:30 Mass and O T A R Benediction will include the traditional St. R Y Anthony’s monks. This group of little boys, dressed like the 13th century Franciscan I N L T A preacher, will sing a special Italian hymn E N R O dedicated to St. Anthony, just as their for- Jerry Frare photo N A T I bearers have done in this parish since the 1930’s. After Benediction, the Old Timers Young monks march in the procession Band will play the rousing Italian march, honoring St. Anthony. “Caderna,” and lead the St. Anthony’s 23rd Annual Procession around Cortland’s traditionally Charity Golf Tournament RUNNING FOR ELECTED OFFICE Elm Tree Golf Course Thursday, June 20, 2013 9:00 A.M. Shotgun Start Cortland County Election Commissioners: Thomas Brown and Robert Howe Dinner and Prizes to follow Representatives of Democrat and Republican Parties: Sandy Price CAPTAIN & CREW and John Folmer Team Captain • $260 per team Address Petitions, endorsements, caucuses, dead- • 18 Holes of golf • two carts lines, financial reporting, running a campaign • refreshments City State Zip • cook your own steak dinner Q&A for potential candidates, campaign managers, Phone • skins • mulligans interested public. E-mail PUBLIC INVITED! Register Now! Wed. May 22 at 5 pm Refreshments at 4:45 Player Name SUNY Main St; 9 Main, Cortland Please make checks payable to: Cortland Rotary Breakfast Club 2. Sponsored by Send to: League of Women Voters Cortland Karen DeWitt 3. 5032 Rt.11 WWW.LWVCORTLAND.org Homer, NY 13077 4. The Homer News •May 16, 2013 •7

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Motorcycles, Classic Cars, & Bicycles In Recognition of Our First Responders and Bene tting the Cortland County Regional Training Center

When: Saturday June 1, 2013 Start: Homer Fire Department Ride Registration: 2:00 - 2:45 pm Homer newspapers from 1906 and 1960 End: Denny Jack’s BBQ 105 N. West Street, Homer, NY Ride: 3:00 -4:00 pm Bicycle Ride: 2:30 -4:00 pm Cost: $25.00 Ride, T -Shirt***, meal $15.00 meal and entertainment only Children 12 and under free.

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BOCES Garden The Cortland SPCA, Springs to Life Cortland County Health Good things are happening in and out Department Rabies Clinics of Mrs. Brenda Daniels’ Career Exploration Class at the BOCES McEvoy Center on Like everyone else, the Environmental Route 13. One of the class projects in their Health Division of the Health Department Landscape Career Unit is revitalizing an is experiencing the budget squeeze. The over run garden space outside of the north grant that we have relied on to offer free end of the building. Tomatoes, peppers, rabies clinics to the public has taken a green beans, zinnias, and marigolds are major cut with possibly more on the way. It is, therefore, with great appreciation and just a few of the plants awaiting transplant anticipation that we have partnered with the to the raised beds. Students have tended Cortland Community SPCA in maintaining plants from seeds, learning to care for them the clinics in the County. Post card view of Main Street looking south, Barber Block on the at each fragile stage. left There will still be some changes in the How You Can Help program; the County will only be able to While the students in her classes have offer 4 clinics to outlying Towns this sum- been working hard, they could use some mer, we will not be able to continue mailing help. They are looking for donations to the reminder cards when your pet’s vacci- continue the great work they have started. nation is due and the advertising of the clin- Crushed stone for the paths, natural col- ics will not be as extensive. By partnering ored mulch, plants for the gardens or with the SPCA the clinics in the City will be landscaping, pots, top soil, or gardening continued. tools would all be welcome additions. A rototiller is at the top of their wish list! The first rabies clinic this year will be A donation from the Homer Community held on March 27, 2013 at the Armory Garden of strawberry runners has already on Wheeler Ave. from 5:30-7PM. This been happily transplanted. Once complete, clinic will be in association with the Cortland the garden will be a welcome respite space SPCA. The clinics for the remainder of for all of the BOCES’ students, faculty, and 2013 are as follows: even the community to enjoy. Special care 6/3/13 - Armory - 7-9 pm - 25 Wheeler Ave is being taken to make the garden wheel- 6/5/13 - Cincinnatus - 7-9 pm - 5722 Tele chair friendly. phone Rd. Ext. 6/6/13 - Marathon - 7-9 pm - 2 Peck Ave For their annual plant sale they are also 6/10/13 - C.O.B. - 7-9 pm - 60 Central Ave looking for five-gallon buckets (empty cat 6/11/13 - McGraw - 7-9 pm - 7 W. Center View of the new theater in the CNY Living History Center litter pails and recycled food containers work St well too). The Career Class will be holding 6/12/13 - HOMER - 7-9 pm - 41 S. Main St their annual tomato plant sale the first week 7/15/13 - Armory - 7-9 pm - 25 Wheeler of June. For just $7 you get a hardy tomato Ave plant (10-14 inches tall) paired with a mari- 11/6/13 - Armory - 5:30-7 pm - 25 Wheeler gold in a five-gallon pail. Funds from the plant sale support class field trips such as to Be sure to keep your rabies certificate as Chevrolet delivery truck, Burgett's the MOST and Lime Hollow Nature Center. a reminder when your pet will be due for a Market, with wooden snow plow. booster. For more information on buying plants or donations please contact Mrs. Daniels at Please be as generous as you can in (607)758-5247 or [email protected]. supporting these clinics so that this service Rachel Vigue Hyde may continue. 8 • May 16, 2013 • The Homer News

BEER MAKING BASICS AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS ASSEMBLYMAN BRIAN M. KOLB On MAY 11, Jack Ferguson, Matt Ferguson, and Ed Finkbeiner led a free beer making ISSUES CALL TO REMOVE PENSIONS OF CORRUPT workshop at the Center for the Arts, as part of the Center’s Springboard Series. Participants learned the basics of making craft beers from scratch from these enthusiastic and knowl- OFFICIALS edgeable home brewers. If you have a craft or skill you would like to teach at the Center, please contact Teri Holbert at 749-4900. AND ENACT LEADERSHIP TERM LIMITS “The Time To Walk the Walk on Public Corruption is Long Overdue”

Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb (R,C,I-Canandaigua) today joined his fellow members of the Minority Conference to support two significant pieces of legislation aimed at addressing public corruption and improved accountability from legislative leaders. The bills would remove pensions from individuals convicted of public corruption crimes, and institute term limits for legislative leaders and committee chairs.

Both Minority-sponsored bills were considered by the Assembly Committees today. However, the Majority-led committees held up both pieces of anti-corruption legis- lation, eliminating the possibility of a debate or vote on the Assembly floor.

“The time to walk-the-walk on public corruption is long overdue. We have pro- posed two initiatives that directly target the public corruption issue every legislator claims they are trying to address. The Majority’s decision to delay the process isn’t only curious – it’s irresponsible,” Leader Kolb said. “Public officials who betray the trust of their constituents should be stripped of taxpayer-funded pensions – that’s just common sense. Putting term limits on legislative leaders facilitates new ideas, encourages fresh perspectives, and eliminates the perception of ‘absolute power’ in Albany. I am proud to represent a Conference that is actually being a part of the solution, rather than an ongoing part of the problem.”

Pension Forfeiture (A.4935, Stec)

The Assembly Governmental Employees Committee today refused to move for- ward with Minority-sponsored legislation (A.4935, Stec) that calls for the removal of pension and retirement benefits from individuals convicted of felony offenses directly related to their assigned duties while serving as elected officials or officers of the state.

The “Public Integrity Reform Act of 2011” allowed for the forfeiture of pensions for public officials convicted of felony offenses, but applied to only those who entered office after the law took effect in November 2011. The reason for this is that the New York State Constitution Article 5; Section 7, prohibits the pension benefits of current public employees from being diminished or impaired.

As part of his legislation, Assemblyman Daniel Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury) has pro- posed a Constitutional Amendment that would make all public officials subject to pension forfeiture upon conviction, regardless of when they entered office. This bill has been introduced in the Assembly since 2010, but has been has never made it out of the Governmental Employees Committee.

Term Limits for Leaders (A.1571, Kolb)

The Assembly Governmental Operations Committee today also held legislation (A.1571, Kolb) that limits the time any Assembly Member or Senator may serve as a legislative leader or committee chair to no more than four consecutive two- year terms.

This bill has been introduced in the Assembly since 2009, but has never made it out of the Governmental Operations Committee. The purpose would be to provide fresh perspectives from legislators, allow a more open exchange of ideas and Toys for Tots Motorcycle Run May 19 limit the accumulation of power from long tenures of holding the same leadership position. On Sunday, May 19th, 2013, Edward along Skaneateles Lake, LaFayette, Tully Jones, the office of Jason D. Cicioni, will and circling back to Denny Jack’s as the fifth In addition to calling for leadership term limits, Leader Kolb is the only legisla- host the third annual Cortland County Toys stop. tive leader who does not receive outside income from other employment, who for Tots Motorcycle Poker Run at Denny represents Upstate New York and who has successfully owned and operated a Jack’s BBQ in Homer. This unique event will This year’s Toys for Tots Poker Run will allow motorcycle enthusiasts an opportunity include a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, BBQ lunch business. to enjoy a scenic ride that supports the Toys and music. Prizes for top three hands will be for Tots’ mission of ensuring a brighter more awarded during lunch. Registration on the Assemblyman Stec said, “I am disheartened that the Assembly Majority chose to joyful Christmas for the children of Cortland day of the event will begin at noon and cost bury my legislation stripping elected officials of their state pension if they are con- County less fortunate than ourselves. $30. victed of a felony. It’s clear that the current system is broken and that our residents What is a “Poker Run”? The Toys for Tots Poker Run Committee deserve better than having their hard-earned tax dollars going towards funding a is proud to work with the Cortland County cushy retirement for politicians who have abused the public trust.” A “Poker Run” combines a scenic Marine Corps League and the U.S. Marine motorcycle tour with a poker game. The Corps Reserve to assist in their mission of Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis (R,C,I-Brooklyn, Staten Island), the Ranker event begins at a registration location where ensuring a brighter, more joyful Christmas on the Governmental Employees Committee said, “With elected officials through- each rider receives a sheet with a map of for children of Cortland County that are less the tour and space to track your playing fortunate through the Toys for Tots Cortland out the state behind bars and more facing criminal charges, it is deplorable that cards, as well as the first playing card. The County program. Last year the Toys for any legislator could oppose such a common-sense, anti-corruption measure. playing card is verified and marked down Tots program supplied toys to 1,500 children Taxpayers cannot be expected to fund the retirement of a corrupt official who has on the sheet before the rider embarks on in Cortland County. Locally the Toys for betrayed the public trust. The public is tired of business as usual at the Capitol, the Poker Run. Each rider then travels to Tots Foundation’s cause-to-support ratio is and unfortunately, this is a prime example of the ‘Bad Old Days’ in Albany.” four other locations marked on the map, 93% to 7%. This ratio is one of the highest and draws a playing card, to be verified and performance levels of any charities with 93% marked down, at each destination. At the of funds used to put new toys in the hands Assemblywoman Janet Duprey (R,I-Peru), the Ranker on the Governmental last stop a fifth and final card is drawn and of Cortland County children and only 7% of Operations Committee said, “I support a state constitutional amendment that sheets are submitted to determine who has funds spent on support of that effort. would ensure public officials who are convicted of a felony would lose their pen- the best “hand.” sions. Convicted felons should not be entitled to taxpayer-funded retirement To participate, sponsor, volunteer or assist The Toys for Tots Poker Run group in the staffing of the event please email benefits. Every effort must be taken to end political corruption, and this proposed Ride starts at Denny’s Jack BBQ, corner [email protected] or call 607- constitutional amendment would allow voters to send a strong message to their of 281 and 41 in Homer with 3 stops 423-9031. For more information and to RSVP elected officials.” throughout beautiful central NY, with the for the event, search and Toys for Tots Poker first motorcycles heading out at 1:00pm Run on Facebook (https://www.facebook. to tour the scenic central NY countryside com/events/367345986716249/) SCHOOL BOARD VOTE MAY 21, 2013 The Homer News •May 16, 2013 •9 Are Women Better Leaders than Men? Smart Home Selling Tips By Kevin McMahon, President (StatePoint) With more women rising to top positions in business and government, the Tompkins Cortland Builders & Remodelers Association topic of women and their capacity for leadership has been all the buzz in the media lately. (TCBRA)

From Facebook COO, Sheryl Sandberg’s message to women to “lean in,” to Yahoo’s With today’s changing housing market, home-buying opportunities are tremendous. new CEO, Marissa Mayer’s seemingly family-unfriendly human resources policies, so- Interest rates are low, prices are competitive, and many builders are offering fantastic cietal expectations of women in power are shifting. incentives and financing options. But what if you have to sell your current home first? These tips will help you get your home sold and on the road to moving into your own new In fact, some of today’s top female business and political leaders have found success home of your dreams. in shedding the “nice” factor from their work persona. First, be realistic when setting a price. You may not be able to sell your home for what it “I don’t subscribe to the notion that women manage or should manage in a gentler, could have sold for a few years back, but don’t be tempted to wait until prices have gone more nurturing fashion than men,” says Gianna Angelopoulos, Greece’s Ambassador back again. It’s always better to trade up in a buyer’s market. at Large, who recently authored a political memoir, “My Greek Drama: Life, Love, and One Woman’s Olympic Effort to Bring Glory to Her Country.” For example, say your home value has dropped 10 percent from $300,000 to $270,000. A move-up home selling for $500,000 in the past has also dropped 10 percent in value, Angelopoulos, who is well known for winning the bid for the 2004 Summer Olympics for Athens, Greece and has been named one of the 50 most powerful women by Forbes and now sells at $450,000. If you sold your home today for $270,000 and purchased the magazine, is a contemporary example of a woman breaking the mold, as certain as- larger house for $450,000, the difference in price would be $180,000. But if you waited to pects of her leadership style may raise eyebrows where gender politics are concerned. recoup the 10 percent value on your home and sold it at $300,000, chances are that same move-up home would also move up in price to at least $500,000. That’s a $200,000 price For example, with the 2004 Olympics less than a year away, as President of the Or- difference between the two homes. So by selling today, you would actually save $20,000. ganizing Committee for the Athens Games she publicly made the decision to devote less time to her three children and more to her job. And she ruffled feathers when she The price you set for your home is obviously the key factor in many buyers’ minds. But banned miniskirts in the workplace and openly admitted she could be strong and busi- don’t forget that presentation is crucial. The potential buyer needs to be able to see them- nesslike, yet shrewd enough to flatter powerful men to get what she wanted. selves living in your home.

The debate about whether women or men make better leaders has raged for years. Keep personal items like photographs to a minimum. Address any clutter and either donate Back in the early-to-mid 2000s, several studies and polls concluded men held the up- items to charity, throw them out or organize them neatly. Organize all of your closet spaces per hand. Today, attitudes have shifted and newer studies have declared women the and kitchen cabinets. Clean off kitchen countertops and pack up small knickknacks. Your victors. house will appear neater and you’ll also get a head start on packing up for your own move.

According to a 2013 survey of more than 600 board directors, published in the Inter- Remove furniture that blocks walkways or windows. Leave just enough furniture to show- national Journal of Business Governance and Ethics, women are better at decision- case the room’s purpose. Rent a storage unit if you have to. A home that is too empty making, translating into better performance for their companies. can appear lifeless, so if you’ve already packed your furniture, consider hiring a staging company that will rent you some for a short time period. Despite a clear shift in the way women conduct business, they still face uphill battles in corporate America. Women are paid 23 percent less than men on average, accord- Do a thorough cleaning of your home. Wash your windows inside and out, wipe down ing to the American Association of University Women, and in 2012, women only held 14.3 percent of the Fortune 500 Executive Officer positions, according to the Catalyst baseboards and clear out cobwebs from ceiling corners and closets. Make any minor Census. repairs.

While the jury is still out on why imbalances of power remain, decades after the wom- Even small touches count. Hang fresh towels in the bathrooms and kitchen. Set the dining en’s liberation movement, some are firm when they say it has nothing to do with funda- room table, and buy fresh flowers for vases throughout the home. Turn on all your lights mental differences between genders. during the open house to highlight the home’s amenities.

“Women are as talented as men and, quite often, stronger,” contends Angelopoulos. Finally, don’t forget the first impression: curb appeal. Make certain that your house number “I believe women can be most effective by using all their gifts: strength, intelligence, can be read from the street and remember to keep your sidewalks clear and your lawn beauty, charm and female intuition.” mowed. Trim shrubs and trees and if possible, plant some flowers.

More information about Angelopoulos and her new memoir can be found at www. Selling your home doesn’t have to be a headache. With a little preparation, your home will mygreekdrama.com. be sold before you know it and you’ll be settling in to your new home.

From Margaret Thatcher to Hilary Clinton, some of the most successful modern female For more information on buying and selling a home, contact our members at www.tcbra. leaders have defied gender role expectations. And today’s ambitious women continue com or visit www.nahb.org/forconsumers to take cues from those who paved the way. Pictures From the Past . . . .

Courtesy of the Homer Historic Society

Send your comments on these photos to us at P.O. Box 125, Homer, NY 13077 or [email protected]. If you have old photos you would be willing to loan to us to make copies, contact us. 10 • May 16, 2013 • The Homer News

How to Speak Remodeling By Kevin McMahon, President Tompkins Cortland Builders & Remodelers Association (TCBRA) The home building industry celebrates National Remodeling Month in May, but remodeling is popular year-round, and the industry is growing every year. Whether it’s a small cosmetic remodel such as replacing bathroom fixtures, or a major down-to-the-wall-studs overhaul of your kitchen or adding new space to your home, understanding the terminology your professional remodeler is using can be very helpful to ensure you get the finished project you want.

As you interview potential contractors, this glossary of common terms used by builders and remodelers will help you understand the language of your remodeling project — and help you avoid miscommunication with your contractor.

Allowance: A specific dollar amount allocated by a contractor for specified items in a contract for which the brand, model number, color, size or other details are not yet known. Bid: A proposal to work for a certain amount of money, based on plans and speci- fications for the project.

Building Permit: A document issued by a governing authority, such as a city or county building department, granting permission to undertake a construction proj- OPEN HOUSE ect.

Call-back: An informal term for a return visit by the contractor to repair or replace items the home owner has found to be unsatisfactory or that require service under the warranty. Saturday, May 18 • 2:00 to 4:00 pm Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR): A professional designation program Introducing 2 NEW programs at Brewster House ... offered through the National Association of Home Builders Remodelers Council™. To attain the CGR designation, a remodeler must take a specified number of con- • Overnight Respite Care • Social Adult Day Care tinuing education courses and comply with a strict code of ethics. Both programs serve older adults and their families by giving care- Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS): CAPS professionals have learned givers a break providing care for a loved one. strategies and techniques to meet the home modification needs of home owners who want to continue living in their homes safely, independently and comfortably Executive Director Michael Kilmer will discuss these programs regardless of age or ability level. CAPS graduates pledge to uphold a code of ethics and are required to maintain their designation by attending education programs and The community is invited and welcome to attend participating in community service. Tours of the House and Gardens will be available Change Order: This is written authorization to the contractor to make a change or addition to the work described in the original contract. The change order should reflect any changes in cost. • Offset Printing Cost-plus Contract: A contract between a contractor and home owner that is based on the accrued cost of labor and materials plus a percentage for profit and • Screen Printing overhead — also known as a time-and-materials contract. • Vehicle Lettering • Building Signs Draw: A designated payment that is “drawn” from the total project budget to pay for • Magnets services completed to date. A draw schedule is typically established in the contract. • Drinkware Lien Release: A document that voids the legal right of a contractor, subcontractor • Pencils & Pens or supplier to place a lien against your property. A lien release assures you that 607.749.2613 • Flash Drives the remodeler has paid subcontractors and suppliers in full for labor and materials. • Hats • Key tags Mechanic’s Lien: A lien obtained by an unpaid subcontractor or supplier through Don Ferris the courts. When enforced, real property — such as your home — can be sold 55 N. Main Street • Homer, NY 13077 Contact us for any to pay the subcontractor or supplier. If a subcontractor or supplier signed a lien advertising or release, then this lien cannot be enforced. [email protected] promotional item you may need! Plans and Specifications: These are drawings for the project, and a detailed list www.quali-graphics.com or description of the known products, materials, quantities and finishes to be used. Punch List: A list of work items to be completed or corrected by the contractor, typically near or at the end of a project.

Subcontractor: A person or company hired directly by the contractor to perform specialized work at the job site — sometimes referred to as a trade contractor. Visit nahb.org/remodeling for additional consumer information about remodeling including how to live while you’re remodeling, understanding your remodeling contract and questions to ask when looking for a remodeler. To find a professional remodeler in your area, contact our members at Tompkins Cortland Builders & Remodelers Association at www.tcbra.com.

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6b13 THE HOMER NEWS Volume III May 16, 2013 Issue 23 Preparing for Memorial CNY Living History Center Shows Off New Exhibits for 2013-2014

Day Parade & Services The CNY Living History Center, which includes the Homeville Museum, the Brock- way Museum and the Tractors of Yester- year Museum celebrated the opening of its new exhibits for the 2013-2014 year on May 4, 2013.

The festivities started with a special pre- viewing for "members only" on Friday eve- ning, May 3.

On Saturday, things started off with a bang, three bangs, actually. Paul Andre, an art teacher at the Homer High School, and his crew of reenactors fired off three shots from a Howitzer cannon that is part of the Homeville Museum exhibit.

On May 1st, the management of the Cen- ter changed the exhibits that had been on display for the past year, bringing out nu- merous items that were in storage because Roy Crandall's 1912 Model T Army truck Chad Thornton and his assistant put up there is not enough room to display all of the flags in preparation for Memorial Day. the items at the same time. (See accompa- nying photos for a glimpse of some of the new displays). Memorial Day Parade In the Homeville Museum, some of the new exhibits include a group of old radios Schedule Set Mon. May 27 from the early 20th century, several military items from the Civil War up through more The 2013 Memorial Day Parade and recent military operations in the Middle Services schedule was announced by East. Of particular note is Roy Crandall's Michael McDermott, Commander of the 1912 Model T Army truck that is in origi- local American Legion Post. nal, unrestored condition. There are also numerous items of local interest, including The parade will form at 8:30 am at N. photographs of downtown Homer and rail- Main and Water Street, next to the Town road memorabilia. Hall. The new theater was open and opera- At 9:00 the parade will leave the Town tional for the first time. It features several Hall and march south to Cayuga Street rows of comfortable seating with excellent and west to the Glenwood Cemetery. visibility from all seats. The sound system is superb, as was exemplified by the videos Some of the antique radios on display in the Homeville Museum being played of large trucks "going through At the cemetery, in lieu of a featured the gears". The viewer gets the feeling of speaker, there will be a POW/MIA cere- sitting in the cab or standing next to the mony and remembrance service. truck as the diesel engine roars.

Children are encouraged to decorate The Brockway exhibit features a series of and ride their bikes in the parade and to trucks all of the same era with the exception bring flowers to be placed at the monu- of Tom Kile's 1914 Brockway that has been ment in the cemetery. beautifully restored with the finest detailing.

Any businesses and organizations wish- The Tractors of Yesteryear exhibit fea- ing to participate in the parade may do tures what are often called "orphan" trac- so. tors. They were manufactured for only a few years and are not usually as well known as A new feature this year will be the Ghost the John Deeres and Internationals of more Ryders from Endicott, NY. They will bring recent years. 2 horses (Buck and Andrew) to perform during the parade. After the parade, the The Tractor club also had a "tractor pull" horses will be near the Community Build- contest, where the driver pulls a "sled" with ing so the children can get an "up close" large weights on it over a given distance. The Howitzer cannon firing across the river look at them. As the tractor moves along the course, the weight moves forward on the sled, making it As is customary, there will be hot dogs more difficult for the tractor to pull the sled. and soda for the children at the American Legion Post following the parade. The CNY Living History Center is open Tuesday thru Saturday for a very reason- able admission charge. There is a discount Also this year the Post will be show- available for larger groups. Executive Di- ing movies of two Memorial Day parades rector Doreen Bates will be glad to discuss from the 1920's and 1930's. The movies special rates available for various events. were found in the attic of the Post Home Of course, they are always happy to have and were converted to a DVD with music. volunteers who wish to work as guides or It is amazing how many people marched in the store. in the parades and stood along the street to watch in the 1920's and '30's.

The firing party will leave the cemetery following the ceremonies and travel to More Photos on page 7 Bench from the Barber Block/Keator Opera House. This is believed to be the only one Scott and to Truxton to perform firing du- in existence from the Opera House. Maybe one of our readers knows of another one ties in those two towns. packed away in someone's attic or basement.

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