Town of Wheatland New York Newsletter "Seamlessly touching the past while actively embracing the future" |
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Summer 2017 Highlights Below is a summary list of the topics included in this revision of the Town of Wheatland Electronic Newsletter, scroll down to view details. - Supervisor's Message
- Town Government news, public notices and articles
- Recreation Programs Information
- Upcoming Town Meeting and Event schedule
- Town Departments Notes and Information
- Get to know your Town Government - Meet Barb Chapman
- See what people are saying: "What I Like About Wheatland"
Be sure to forward this email newsletter to your family, friends & neighbors! |
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Welcome to the start of the Summer Season and to our Summer 2017 electonic newsletter. Be sure to visit the Town of Wheatland's website, accessible any time and from any where, using your computers, tablets and smartphones. Our website also supports those with special needs. |
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Summer is a great time of the year to experience the Town of Wheatland. Our community has so many beautiful natural resources, like the Oatka Creek, along with other great amenities. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy. Wishing all a wonderful summer! - Linda Dobson, Town Supervisor The above photo is provided courtesy of RochesterCityPhoto.com. |
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Recent News, Notices & Articles |
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Traffic Pattern to Change The NYS Department of Transportation has determined that it is in the public's best interest to change the control at the River Road (Route 251) and Quaker Road intersection to an All-Way Stop. Click here for more details..... |
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Supporting Special Needs The Town of Wheatland website has been designed to help support those with special needs more effectively utilize electronic media, including the use of assistive technologies, such as screen readers. Click here to read more about this committment... |
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Follow the Town of Wheatland with Facebook! Keep up to date with Town Government related news and information through social media. |
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The types of information provided includes public notices, recreation department notices, lost dog information, event and activity schedule reminders and changes. Use Facebook private messaging to reach out to the Wheatland Town Government with questions or provide comments. We are committed to practicing appropriate social media etiquette, only sharing relevant information and handling all provided input in accordance with professionally developed policies. Just click the Facebook logo above to get started! |
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"SkivStrong" 5K Challenge Race Saturday August 19, 2017 at the Scottsville Family Fun Festival |
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Same fun and exciting annual 5K Race around the picturesque Village of Scottsville with a new name and purpose. The "SkivStrong" 5k Challenge Race is named in memory of long time Scottsville resident and youth soccer coach Mike Skivington. Mike made significant contributions over many years for the youth of our community, coaching youth soccer at all levels, most recently as the highly regarded WCCS Varsity Boys Soccer Coach. Mike was an active participant in this annual 5K race, challenging his players to finish before him. See race details, including registration information in the Recreation Department Summer Programs Brochure on the Town of Wheatland Website. Please share news about this race with your family, friends and neighbors in the Wheatland Community and beyond as we honor Coach Mike Skivington. All are welcome to participate! Discounted registration fees available for youth teams who run the race as a group. The Recreation Department also needs volunteers to help with the race, both in advance and on race day. Come join in the "SkivStrong 5K Challenge Race! |
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Recreation Programs Information Abby Jones, Recreation Coordinator The Town of Wheatland New York invites you, your family & friends to take part in these healthy and enjoyable programs! Summer Program and Event Registration is now OPEN! Get a copy of the latest Town of Wheatland Recreation Brochure with a complete listing of current program offerings by clicking the "Summer Programs Brochure" button below. Download program registration forms from the Recreation Department page on the Town of Wheatland Website or stop by the Wheatland Municipal Building to pick up registration forms, available at the Town Office any weekday from 9AM to 5PM. DON'T WAIT, AS THESE PROGRAMS CAN FILL UP QUICKLY. Program participation is not restricted to Town residents, so invite your friends and family, even if they live outside of Wheatland. Come join in the fun! Questions? Call the Recreation Coordinator at (585) 889-1553 ext 103 or send an email. Wheatland Recreation, come join in the fun! Questions? Call the Recreation Coordinator at (585) 889-1553 ext 103 or send an email to recreation@townofwheatland.org. |
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The Town of Wheatland offers a year-round portfolio of leisure time programs, activities and events intended for a variety of ages and interests, designed for a high quality experience at an affordable price. |
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Upcoming Town Meetings & Events Town Board Meeting Thursday June 1, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Planning Board Meeting Tuesday June 6, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Town Board Meeting Thursday June 15, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Planning Board Meeting Tuesday June 20, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Recreation Commission Meeting Monday June 26, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm All Town of Wheatland Boards and Commission meetings are open to the public. These meetings are held in the Wheatland Municipal Building located at 22 Main Street Scottsville, New York. See a complete calendar of upcoming meetings and events on the Town of Wheatland website, when available, the meeting agendas are included in the calendar item description. Questions? Call (585) 889-1553 or send an email to townclerk@townofwheatland.org. |
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Town Departments Notes and Information General - The Town Office will be closed on Memorial Day, May 29, 2017. Town Clerk's Office - Rear-view mirror tags authorizing the use of handicapped reserved parking spaces are issued by the Town Clerk’s Office. Both temporary and permanent permits are available. Applicants must provide a certification of disability from a medical doctor or podiatrist. Applicants MUST be residents of the Town of Wheatland. Budget Office - The Town Budget describes the cost of providing services and functions for town residents and businesses, balancing the needs of the community with the costs of providing such services and functions. View the details of this year's budget and comparisons to previous years. Highway & Parks Department - Summer is a busy time of year for the Town Highway Department, maintaining and improving more than 42 lane miles of Town roads for safe, convenient, and enjoyable travel by motor vehicles as well as for recreational use by horse, bicycle, or pedestrians. The town highway department also removes dead animals from town and county roads, cleans debris and silt from rear yard drainage systems, provides signage for town roads, mows road right-of-ways, and periodically sweeps the roads' surface clean. Building Department - Planning to put up a fence or adding a storage shed this summer? Come to the Building Department for your building permit. Check out a summary of the Town's building permit requirements. Assessor's Office - The 2017 Tentative Assessment Roll is now available on the Town Website. You can check your property's assessment, market value and related information, as well as review the assessments of other properties in the community. Senior Center - The place for Seniors to be Active, Fit and Connected! See the Senior Center events and activities schedule, and current month lunch menus. Recreation Department - Summer program and event registration is now open, check out the latest offerings in the 2017 Summer Programs Brochure. Be sure to register early for programs, as the most popular offerings can fill up quickly! Curious about summer program schedules, see the Recreation Department calendar. Historian - The Town of Wheatland website has a wonderful summary of our Town's history, with many period photos. Recently a series of interesting historical articles has been added for your reading pleasure, with more to come in the near future. |
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Get to Know Your Town Government Barb Chapman - Town Historian |
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I am Barbara Chapman, Town of Wheatland Historian. My job is interesting and enjoyable because of the rich heritage of the area and because those who came before me were aware of the value of making and keeping good records of people and events. I am an employee of the town and have an attractive office in the municipal building filled with books, maps, documents and photographs that tell the story of Wheatland. |
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My husband Cliff and I moved From Chili to Wheatland in 1988 when we found a house that we loved on Quaker Road. We have a daughter JoAnn who lives with her family in Richmond, VA, and a son Dave in Rochester. I retired in 1995 from teaching at Chestnut Ridge School in the Churchville-Chili School District. I had served for a few years as historian for the Town of Chili. I became involved in the education program of the Wheatland Historical Association, writing programs and leading field trip experiences for school groups. Then, with Cliff, I worked on the project restoring the No. 4 Schoolhouse now on the T. J. Conner School campus. After I retired from teaching I also took up quilting which I enjoy very much. I have written or co-authored five books about Wheatland’s history. My latest book "Wheatland and World War I" commemorates the 100th anniversary of that war, it will be available for sale starting on Memorial Day. Welcome to the Town Historian's Office! The historian’s office at the Wheatland Municipal Building is a repository of books, manuscripts, documents and public records that are preserved to document the past. Over the years, Wheatland historians have also collected extensive files of family histories, historic maps, photographs, and newspaper clippings that are available for perusal by anyone who is researching a family tree or a topic pertaining to town history. The historian is charged with interpreting the past through research and writing as well as doing public presentations. Published histories of the town, written by local historians, are available at the office. Displays and talks or tours for groups can be arranged. The historian also encourages the identification and preservation of historic structures. Inquiries about historically significance places in Wheatland are welcomed. You are welcome to visit the Town Historian during regular office hours from 1 to 3 o’clock on Tuesdays, or any time by appointment. The Town HIstorian can also be reached by phone at (585) 889-1553, ext #112 or send an email to: historian@townofwheatland.org. |
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What I "Like" About Wheatland |
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Wheatland is a diverse, small town community. We are fortunate to have many great amenities and beautiful scenic surroundings for residents and visitors to experience and enjoy. Share what you "like" about the Town of Wheatland with a quote, and/or a picture for the Town of Wheatland Website. Call the Town at (585) 889-1553 or send and email to townclerk@townofwheatland.org. | | |
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