Winter 2018 Highlights

Below is a summary list of the topics included in this issue 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 - Winter Programs Registration Now Open
• Upcoming Town Meeting and Event schedule
• Town Departments Notes and Information
• Get to know your Town Government - Meet Shanna Fraser
• See what people like about Wheatland

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your family, friends & neighbors!

Supervisor's Message

Recent News, Notices & Articles

Message from the Highway Superintendent

When following behind a plow truck, please stay at a reasonable distance to ensure you could stop safely. Note that when a plow truck stops at an intersection we will generally back up to complete cleaning of the intersection. It can be hard for truck plow drivers to see where you might be, whether you are in your car or shoveling your driveway. Help us by being both attentive and cautious. At night it can be especially difficult to see people cleaning the end of their driveways. Please take note of the plow truck when it comes by your driveway and stay back away from the road, as the snow coming off the plow could even knock you over.

If your mailbox is damaged by us we will repair it after the snow event. If it needs to be replaced, we will replace it with a standard wood post and metal mail box. Note that plastic mailboxes do not stand up well to wet heavy snow and in particular when hit by ice coming off the plow at 20+ MPH in freezing temperatures. With your help we will do our best this winter to clear the roads safely and efficiently for everyone. Check out the the NYS Thruway Authority for some additional safe winter driving tips.

Thank You and Safe Travels,

Howard “Chuck” Hazelton 

Recreation Programs Information

The Town of Wheatland New York invites you, your family & friends to take part in these healthy and enjoyable programs!

Winter 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 "Winter Programs Brochure" button below. Download program registration forms from the Town of Wheatland Website or stop by the Wheatland Municipal Building to pick up registration forms, available at the Town Office. 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. 

Wheatland Recreation, come join in the fun!

Questions? Call the Recreation Coordinator at (585) 889-1553 ext 103 or send an email.

We strive to deliver the BEST overall leisure time value

in the greater Rochester area.

Click the links below to check out Wheatland Recreation's leisure time portfolio details:

- Swimming programs

- Exercise & fitness programs

- Sports programs & events

- Youth programs & events

- Skills development programs

Upcoming Town Meetings & Events

Planning Board Meeting

Tuesday December 5, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Town Board Meeting

Thursday December  7, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Planning Board Meeting

Tuesday December 19, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Town Board Meeting

Thursday December 21, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 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.

Town Departments Notes and Information

General - The Town Office will be closed for the holidays on Monday December 25th, Tuesday December 26th and Monday January 1st.

Town Clerk's Office - Get a better understanding of your General Property Tax bill, including a detailed look into a sample tax bill that describes each of the various tax levies. Payments by credit card can be only made through the Monroe County website

(select the “view/pay taxes online" item and follow the prompts). Note that for online bank payments, banks cannot guarantee your payment will be delivered by the tax payment due date, utilizing this method is at your own risk.

A reminder for when you come in to pay your taxes, the Town Clerk's Office has new hours. The Town Clerk's Office is always glad to answer your questions.

Budget Office - Check out budget information on the Town Website, including a description of the budget process and a year-over-year budget comparison. 2018 budget information wil be posted shortly.

Highway & Parks Department - The Wheatland Highway Department is working hard to keep the highways clear during snow events, see the article above for details. 

Building Department - Considering an addition or upgrade to your home or other improvements to your property? Check out a summary of the Town's building permit requirements.

Assessor's Office -The Town of Wheatland publishes assessment rolls annually. 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 - Winter program and event registration is now open, check out the latest offerings in the 2017 Winter Programs Brochure. To ensure availability, register for programs soon!

Historian - Do you know the early history of the Town of Wheatland? Wheatland was actually split off from Caledonia and became part of then newly formed Monroe County in 1821. Learn about this and much, much more on the Town Website and from the Town Historian. The Town Historian is always glad to hear from residents and visitors to share information and answer questions. To contact the Town Historian call (585) 889-1553 or send and email.

Get to Know Your Town Government

Shanna Fraser - Recreation Leader

In the fall of 2010 we decided we wanted to raise our family in Scottsville. My family and I enjoy being a part of this community. Volunteering in the community is a big part of my life; I am the Vice President of the Wheatland Chili Board of Education, an active member of the Wheatland Chili PTA and a Girl Scout Leader. My hobbies include photography and scrapbooking. 

Welcome to the Recreation Department!

In August I was hired as the Town of Wheatland Recreation Leader. The first three months on the job have been both busy and successful. The Town of Wheatland Recreation Department is responsible for the detailed planning, execution and performance of Town sponsored leisure time programs, activities and events. The Town Recreation Department works in close collaboration with the Wheatland Recreation Commission, who serves as an advisory and steering group for the Recreation Department. Wheatland Recreation programs, activities and events are designed to be affordable, enhanced quality of life experiences for Town residents and visitors alike to enjoy during their leisure time. 

Our Fall Recreation programs, 12 in all, are wrapping up and we are now ready for Winter program registration. I encourage you to look for our Winter Program Brochure and flyer and consider one of the great programs we have to offer (available as take home items from the local schools, an insert in the local Pennysaver, located on the Town Facebook Page and on the Town Website as indicated in the Recreation Department article in this newsletter). I look forward to hearing from those interested in our programs and am always open to new suggestions. I can be can be reached by phone at (585) 889-1553, or send me an email.

What I "Like" About Wheatland

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 an email.